Cross Roads Podcast
A platform where you can find out what is happening in the town of Cross Roads with it's citizens and businesses and news from around the world.
Episodes
132 episodes
Cross Roads Podcast Money Moves - How to Save for the Big Stuff Even on a Tight Budget
Want the trip, the car, and a peaceful December without feeding your credit card? We walk through a simple, numbers-first plan to turn big goals into daily actions you can actually keep. It starts with clarity—naming a target and a date—then br...
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Season 3
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Episode 39
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14:20
Health News with Steven and Mady - Health Insurance Fraud with Dentists and Double-Dipping
Ever looked at a dental bill and wondered how a routine cleaning turned into a tangle of codes and surprise charges? We dig into the hidden world of dental insurance fraud—upcoding, unbundling, phantom billing, and double charging—and explain h...
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Season 3
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Episode 38
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26:16
Steven and Mady Bring You the Truth - Why the Government Has Shut Down
Government pauses; life doesn’t. We open the mic on the shutdown standoff and follow the impact from Capitol Hill straight to kitchen tables: furloughed paychecks, closed parks, longer TSA lines, and the hidden costs that ripple through small t...
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Season 3
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Episode 37
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17:20
Health News with Steven and Mady - The Power of a Good Nights Sleep
Sleep - that elusive reset button for our bodies and brains that many of us struggle to press properly. With 50-70 million Americans suffering from sleep deprivation or disorders, understanding how to improve sleep quality isn't just about feel...
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Season 3
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Episode 36
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16:23
Money Moves - Strategies to Tackle Debt and Stay Debt-Free
Drowning in debt? You're not alone. This eye-opening conversation with financial expert John Ezell cuts through the confusion to reveal why so many of us struggle with debt—and exactly how to break free.The shocking truth? Most people h...
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Season 3
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Episode 35
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33:31
From Courtroom to Community: Vince Handler's Vision for Precinct 5
What happens when you get a traffic ticket in a rural area, need to evict a non-paying tenant, or find yourself in a dispute over a home renovation gone wrong? The Justice of the Peace court might be your destination, yet many residents don't u...
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31:13
Money Moves: Life Insurance: Past, Present, and Your Future
Nobody brags at a dinner party about buying life insurance, but when life takes an unexpected turn, it's the safety net your family will be grateful you had in place. In this illuminating conversation, host Steven Killfoil and financial expert ...
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Season 3
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Episode 33
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24:58
Navigating Layoffs: How to Turn Career Crisis into Opportunity
The dreaded pink slip – that moment when your professional world suddenly turns upside down. In this compelling episode of Money Moves, host Steven Killfoil shares his personal layoff story from 2015, revealing how what initially felt like a ca...
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Season 3
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Episode 32
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38:22
Health News with Steven and Mady - Hidden Sugar and Why Sleep Gets Harder with Age
Those seemingly healthy granola bars and yogurts you're reaching for? They might be delivering more sugar than a candy bar. The refreshing fruit sorbet you chose over ice cream? It could be packing twice the sugar. We're pulling back the curtai...
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Season 3
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Episode 31
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19:01
Money Moves: Part 2 of Smart Steps Toward Retirement -Savings the Smart Way
Money moves beyond theory into action in this deep dive on strategic saving for retirement. Financial strategist John Ezell returns to break down how everyday decisions transform into lasting wealth—no matter your current income or debt situati...
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Season 3
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Episode 30
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32:03
When Classic Cars Become Lifelines: The ChromeFest Story
Chrome isn't just shining in Pilot Point this August—it's serving a higher purpose. Beneath the gleaming hoods and polished fenders of the vehicles at ChromeFest lies a powerful story of community connection. My conversation with C...
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Season 3
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Episode 29
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26:28
Health News with Steven and Mady - "The Hemp Revolution: History, Health, and the Fight for Legality"
Hemp's story reads like a political thriller, complete with corporate conspiracies, government cover-ups, and a modern-day governor fighting to restore an ancient plant's rightful place in American agriculture and medicine. Steven and Mady Kill...
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Season 3
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Episode 28
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20:29
Money Moves: Smart Steps Toward Retirement
Ready for a retirement reality check? Whether you're a twenty-something who thinks retirement is light-years away or approaching your golden years with anxiety, this conversation with retirement expert John Ezell delivers straight talk about se...
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Season 3
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Episode 27
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26:44
"The Skinny on Fats: Good vs. Bad & Cooing Oil Smarts"
Fat has been unfairly villainized for decades, but the truth is far more nuanced than the "fat is bad" messaging we've all heard. The reality? Your body needs healthy fats to thrive - they support brain function, hormone production, and help ab...
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Season 3
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Episode 26
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15:40
Health News with Steven and Mady - Summer Health: Beat the Heat, Feel Your Best
As summer temperatures soar, so do the risks to your health and wellbeing. In this comprehensive guide to summer wellness, hosts Stephen and Maddie break down critical strategies for staying safe and feeling your best during the hottest months ...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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26:58
Why Do We Celebrate the 4th of July and the Big Beautiful Bill
Freedom rings differently when you understand its origins. This episode peels back the star-spangled layers of America's birthday celebration to reveal what truly makes the Fourth of July significant beyond the barbecues and fireworks displays....
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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21:32
Steven and Mady Bring You the Truth - The Department of Education and DEI
Are American educational institutions upholding their promises or failing our children? This penetrating examination of the U.S. Department of Education and DEI policies reveals uncomfortable truths about power, control, and the future of learn...
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25:16
Food as Medicine: The Mediterranean Way
Forget everything you thought you knew about "dieting." The Mediterranean approach isn't about deprivation or complicated rules—it's a delicious, science-backed way of eating that's been keeping people healthy for centuries.We dive deep...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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25:37
Crossing the Pond: European Travel Secrets Revealed
Ever been blindsided by hidden travel fees or unexpected challenges while exploring Europe? You're not alone. Fresh from our adventure in Malaga, Spain, we're pulling back the curtain on international travel with hard-earned wisdom that could s...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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28:34
Lowe's Is Coming to Town: Crossroads Celebrates Growth While Protecting Its Small-Town Feel
Small towns across America are navigating the delicate balance between growth and preserving their unique character. Here in Cross Roads, Texas, we've just witnessed a perfect example of how thoughtful development can enhance community life whi...
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20:37
Why Your Collagen Supplement Might Be Toxic and How to Find the Right One
The quest for youthful vitality drives many of us to try supplement after supplement, often with disappointing results. But what if the problem isn't collagen itself, but rather the quality of what you're taking?Today we dive deep into ...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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32:37
Voting Matters: One Voice Can Change Everything
Voting isn't just a right—it's a profound responsibility that can literally change the course of history. This week, we dive deep into the importance of local elections, particularly those involving our education system, where even a single vot...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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17:58
Navigating Growth: A Council Member's Perspective
Pulling back the curtain on local government decision-making, Councilman Andrew Evans joins the Cross Roads Podcast to explain the often invisible forces that shape our communities. What makes a councilman vote for a development pr...
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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46:39
The Diabetic Epidemic: How Big Sugar Manipulated Science for 50 Years
Shocking revelations about our food system take center stage as we uncover the troubling connection between a single corrupted scientific study and America's diabetes epidemic. Buried in Harvard University archives for 51 years, documents revea...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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27:45
Councilman Ron King reveals how Cross Roads is growing without raising property taxes
Crossroads might be small in size, but its vision for the future is anything but limited. In this fascinating conversation with Councilman Ron King, we discover how this unique North Texas town is managing explosive growth while maintaining its...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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31:09