# KRLD Difference Makers KRLD’s Susy Solis is recognizing North Texans who make outstanding contributions in their community. Page: Feed: --- ## [Back to School 2025: Tech that can detect shootings, concerns over AI, heart problems and screen time, plus where cell phones are banned in class](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F7686426_2025-08-29-174826) _2025-08-29_ Labor Day is over, which means it's officially back to school for all of America. Here, we dive into the latest in topics, including tech that can save lives ... and shorten lifespans. Plus, how much help with homework is okay and how to teach your kids about AI. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7686426/7686426_2025-08-29-174826.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Trump pushes for Texas redistricting and California threatens one of its own in 'Game of Thrones' style tit-for-tat](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F7550134_2025-07-30-154434) _2025-07-30_ Redistricting, not a word that sounds all that sexy until you find out what it means for everything from Medicaid payments to tax rates. President Donald Trump pushes for Texas to gain five seats for the GOP, and here's what that would mean for the rest of us. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7550134/7550134_2025-07-30-154434.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Where were the sirens? Questions rise in devastating Texas floods as hope wanes for more survivors](https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%3A%2F%2Frss.amperwave.net%2Fv2%2Fepisode%2F7507987_2025-07-07-161527) _2025-07-07_ At least 89 people are dead in Texas after flash floods tore through over July 4th, wreaking havoc in the region and killing girls at a popular summer camp. Get the latest updates and insight from Texas leaders and reporters on the ground for KRLD Radio in Dallas, Texas. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/7507987/7507987_2025-07-07-161527.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Difference Makers use dance to create a path of success](https://omny.fm/shows/krld-difference-makers/difference-makers-use-dance-to-create-a-path-of-su) _2023-05-05_ For almost 50 years the Dallas Black Theater Academy has been creating a path for success for students across North Texas. They're this week's KRLD DIfference Makers. Katricia Eaglan was only 14 when she saw dancers from the Dallas Black Theater. It opened her eyes. "It was my first time seeing the company. That was my first time seeing dancers that looked like me, skintones, body type, dancing to… [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6388716/6388716_2024-09-11-060316.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Difference Maker makes path to college graduation accessible for North Texas students](https://omny.fm/shows/krld-difference-makers/difference-maker-makes-path-to-college-graduation) _2023-04-07_ A first-generation college graduate is now helping to make the path to college graduation more accessible for North Texas students. He's this week's KRLD Difference Maker. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6388718/6388718_2024-09-11-060818.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Difference Maker family is passionate about helping others](https://omny.fm/shows/krld-difference-makers/difference-maker-family-is-passionate-about-helpin) _2023-03-03_ A Fort Worth family is building a legacy working at the same place for close to 30 years. They're this week's KRLD Difference Makers. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6388720/6388720_2024-09-11-061320.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Difference Maker keeps son's legacy alive with 'Adam's Corner'](https://omny.fm/shows/krld-difference-makers/difference-maker-keeps-sons-legacy-alive-with-adam) _2023-02-24_ A North Texas mother's son was killed in combat, now she's making sure his legacy never dies. She's this week's KRLD Difference Maker. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6388722/6388722_2024-09-11-061622.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Restauranteur stays open during ice storm and helps stranded drivers](https://omny.fm/shows/krld-difference-makers/restauranteur-stays-open-during-ice-storm-and-help) _2023-02-03_ A neighborhood restaurant provided more than food during the winter storm, helping stranded drivers and making new friends. Here's this week's KRLD Difference Maker. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6388724/6388724_2024-09-11-062024.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Difference Maker makes life-saving kidney donation](https://omny.fm/shows/krld-difference-makers/difference-maker-makes-life-saving-kidney-donation) _2023-01-27_ She hadn't seen her high school friend in 20 years but she made a donation that saved her life. She's this week's KRLD Difference Maker. Megan Neitzal and Nono Osujee weren't much more than social media friends after graduating from Ursuline Academy of Dallas about 20 years ago, but in September Megan saw a post from Nono that she just couldn't move past. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6388726/6388726_2024-09-11-062526.128.mp3?rssID=3929) ## [Earn crypto from idle GPUs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/GhB2DFH8a8NM) _2023-01-27 · **Sponsored**_ Run one CLI command, connect your GPU, and start receiving crypto payouts. ## [North Texas elite dancer boosts confidence of other kids with her nonprofit program](https://omny.fm/shows/krld-difference-makers/north-texas-elite-dancer-boosts-confidence-of-othe) _2023-01-13_ A North Texas teen is using fine arts to boost the confidence and creativity of other kids. She's this week's KRLD DIfference Maker. [Listen](https://serve.castfire.com/audio/6388728/6388728_2024-09-11-062828.128.mp3?rssID=3929)