• Practically Fearless with Chris Girata: Episode 8, Stacey Malcolmson
    Apr 3 2024

    In this episode, Chris Girata welcomes Stacey Malcolmson, CEO of The Senior Source, to discuss her vibrant career journey and lifelong dedication to improving senior care. They explore the unique challenges faced by the elderly during the pandemic and the innovative solutions that helped enhance their quality of life. Stacey shares her insights on leveraging technology for better senior engagement and the importance of community collaboration in addressing senior isolation.

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    18 mins
  • Practically Fearless with Chris Girata: Episode 7, Kit Sawers
    Mar 6 2024

    In this episode, a candid conversation about leadership and optimism with Klyde Warren Park President Kit Sawers. Hear about her transformative work in community development and diversity initiatives in Dallas, the innovative use of Klyde Warren Park during the pandemic and a discussion on the future of Dallas.

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    22 mins
  • Practically Fearless with Chris Girata: Episode 6, Joe Carreon
    Feb 7 2024

    In this inspiring episode, a deep dive into serving the future of North Texas with Dallas ISD Board Member Joe Carreon. Joe shares his journey from growing up in a blue-collar, predominantly Latino community in Northwest Dallas to shaping education policy at the White House to creating equitable opportunities to all Dallas youth.

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    30 mins
  • Practically Fearless with Chris Girata: Episode 5, Cullum Clark
    Jan 3 2024

    In this episode, Chris discusses life perspective with the Director of the George W. Bush Institute SMU Economic Growth Initiative, Cullum Clark. Cullum discusses how one life-altering moment led to a series of important changes in his life and shaped who he is today including Cullum’s brave decision to pursue a Ph.D. in economics decades after receiving his undergraduate degree. 

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    25 mins
  • Practically Fearless with Chris Girata: Episode 4, Margaret Spellings
    Dec 6 2023

    In this episode, Chris sits down with former US Secretary of Education and CEO of Texas 2023, Margaret Spellings. Margaret is now leading the charge for a better tomorrow as President and CEO of the Bipartisan Policy Center. Prepare to be inspired as they delve into the crucial role of education in Texas' future, discussing data-driven solutions, bridging opportunity gaps, and empowering communities.

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    19 mins
  • Practically Fearless with Chris Girata: Episode 3, Almas Muscatwalla (Part II)
    Nov 15 2023

    In part two of our conversation with Dallas Housing Authority Commissioner, Almas Muscatwalla, we delve deep into interfaith dialogue and the transformative changes that the DFW community has experienced over the last 20 years and what’s important in improving our approach to knowing our neighbors. Almas shares how each one of us can contribute to improving our growing, diverse community by working to become more inclusive.

    Part I recap: Chris shares in an optimistic conversation with Dallas Housing Authority Commissioner, Almas Muscatwalla. Almas reflects on how her faith as an Ismaili Muslim has influenced her work to create unity among all DFW communities. She also shares experiences as a Muslim American, especially post-9/11 and the responsibility of being an ambassador for Islam.

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    17 mins
  • Practically Fearless with Chris Girata: Episode 3, Almas Muscatwalla (Part I)
    Nov 1 2023

    In this episode, Chris shares in an optimistic conversation with Dallas Housing Authority Commissioner, Almas Muscatwalla. Almas reflects on how her faith as an Ismaili Muslim has influenced her work to create unity among all DFW communities. She also shares experiences as a Muslim American, especially post-9/11 and the responsibility of being an ambassador for Islam.

    Look for Part II of this conversation. It will post in two weeks on November 15.

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    17 mins
  • Practically Fearless with Chris Girata: Episode 2, Peter Brodsky
    Oct 4 2023

    In this episode, Chris engages in a candid conversation with the President of RedBird Development group, Peter Brodsky. Peter shares his personal struggle with lifelong anxiety and his personal interest in driving positive impacts on the South Dallas community through an opportunistic investment.

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    26 mins