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Daniel Rosenbach

May 25, 2026

Daniel Rosenbach and his family are restoring Amarillo's historic helium plant and transforming it into a new community gathering place. In this conversation, we explore the fascinating history behind Amarillo becoming the "Helium Capital of the World," including the plant's role in wartime efforts and its decades of operation before being decommissioned. We also talk about the challenge of preserving the history and character of a place while bringing it back to life for a new generation.

Dr. Amber Asher

May 18, 2026

Amber Asher is a neuroscientist focused on brain health and aging, but the work she's doing extends far beyond research. Alongside her mother—a longtime nursing home nurse—Amber is helping communities have more honest, informed conversations about dementia, Alzheimer's, and the mental health challenges that often come with aging. Together, they're combining science, lived experience, and practical care to make difficult topics feel more approachable and less isolating for families. It's a tho...

Ricky Treon

May 12, 2026

Ricky Treon is the director of publishing at Blue Handle Publishing—one of Amarillo's own small, independent publishing houses. Ricky's path into publishing isn't a straight line. He came up in the newspaper world, witnessing firsthand the rapid shifts and challenges that reshaped the industry. From there, he moved into writing, explored acting, and ultimately found himself helping bring other people's stories to life. In this conversation, we talk about what it actually takes to move a story...