Hitting the Streets Podcast

Today on the show, I sit down with Rayce Guess, Vice President of the NAACP Grayson County chapter. We talk about the founding of the NAACP in 1909, the purpose behind its mission, and why its work continues to matter today.

We also bring the conversation local, exploring the history of the Grayson County NAACP and the role it plays in our community. A meaningful discussion about history, justice, and the power of staying informed.

Today on the show, I’m joined by Taylor Marquez, a licensed aesthetician with over a decade of experience in the skincare and beauty industry.

From working on film sets, red carpets, and special effects makeup in Los Angeles to providing personalized, results-driven treatments today, Taylor brings artistry, expertise, and genuine care to every client she serves. For her, skincare is more than a service, it’s about helping people recognize their natural beauty and feel confident, radiant, and cared for.

She’s also a passionate dog rescuer (and proudly known as the “crazy dog lady”), helping pups find their furever homes.

Tune in to hear her story, her journey, and her heart behind the work she does.

Learn more or book with Taylor: https://spaagape.glossgenius.com/

Today on the show, I sit down with Kaneesha Worthington and Leo Ransom, two successful Black artists, to talk about the stories, experiences, and inspiration that shaped their work. From creative process to cultural expression, this discussion goes beyond the artwork and into the heart of what it truly means to create with purpose. Real voices. Real perspectives. Real conversations. Tune in!

In this episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast, we focus on the George Hughes Memorial Scholarship, a scholarship created to honor the life of George Hughes and to acknowledge a painful chapter in Sherman and Grayson County history that many are only now learning about.

This conversation explores how the scholarship was established, why remembering local history matters, and how education can be a tool for healing, awareness, and change. We also discuss the role of Grace United Methodist Church in supporting this effort and the importance of investing in future generations through truth, reflection, and opportunity.

This episode is an invitation to listen, learn, and engage, because understanding our past helps shape a more informed and equitable future.

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Welcome to Season 9!

A birthday audio blog to kick off the year. In this first entry, I’m sharing the book that reshaped how I view my art career, giving updates on new services coming to Hitting the Streets, previewing February’s Culture on Canvas project, and celebrating a month full of wins, clients, art sales, and community support. A simple, honest look at what’s happening behind the scenes.

Welcome to another episode of Hitting the Streets Podcast!This episode is a year-end reflection on grief, growth, and staying the course.

I share the highs and lows of the past year, from navigating grief to celebrating major wins, meaningful guests, creative growth, and recognition that kept the momentum going.

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Today on Hitting the Streets Podcast, I sat down with Britney Barker, Executive Director of the Grayson County Children's Advocacy Center, and let me tell you, this conversation opened my eyes. Their work is tough, necessary, and absolutely vital for the safety of kids in our community.

Their mission is clear: to provide a multi-disciplinary collaboration of services focused on prevention, intervention, investigation, prosecution, and treatment of child abuse. This collaborative approach reduces the risk of additional trauma, supports the recovery of child victims and non-offending family members, and helps prosecute those who commit crimes against children in Grayson County, TX.

Please follow their page and visit their website for more information and how you can help this organization. https://cacgc.org/

Today is our final Talk Horror to Me. Kim and I are diving into the chilling story of Danny Rolling, better known as the Gainesville Ripper. Between 1989 and 1990, Rolling committed a series of brutal murders. First a family in Shreveport, Louisiana, then five college students in Gainesville, Florida. His crimes terrorized communities, sparked intense media coverage and panic on campus, and would go on to influence horror cinema in ways that often go unnoticed. In this episode, we’ll trace his early life and background, detail the murder sprees, follow the investigation and trial, and then explore how Rolling’s real-life horror helped shape the 1996 film Scream.

Thank you Kim for being on the show this season! I appreciate all your research! See ya next year!

Today on Talk Horror to Me, Kim and I are taking you on a bone-chilling journey through three cases that still haunt America.

The Axeman of New Orleans — when jazz became a weapon against evil.
The Sodder Children — the Christmas Eve disappearance that defies logic.
The Yogurt Shop Murders — Austin’s nightmare that’s still unsolved.

Three stories. Three decades. Endless questions.
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Listener discretion is advise.

Today, Kim and I are diving into the dark, twisted story of Ed Gein — the man whose gruesome crimes inspired some of the most iconic horror movies of all time. We’re also breaking down the new show that takes a deeper look into how his chilling life blurred the line between fact and fiction.

Tune in, if you dare… and don’t forget to drop your comments on what true crime or horror topic you want us to tackle next!