People of Northwest Arkansas Podcast (2024)

14/08/2024

Episode 23 "Building a Beacon of Hope: Jarrod Reeves on Sunshine School's Mission and Evolution" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Happy First Week of School NWA!

Join us as we sit down with Jarrod Reeves, CEO of Sunshine School & Development Center, to hear about the school's inspiring evolution and its mission to support individuals with developmental disabilities since 1958. Jarrod shares his personal story, revealing how a legacy of education and volunteerism shaped his career in nonprofit work.

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03/07/2024

Episode 22 "Design, Philanthropy, and Memorable Connections with Larra Donaldson" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Larra Donaldson of Sam's Furniture and local philanthropist, joined us in the studio to talk about her love of people, design and giving back. Her love of this community and beyond is big as we talk about the positive impact she has made!

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19/06/2024

Episode 21 "Culinary Innovations and Community Connections with Hannah Cicioni" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we chat with Hannah Cicioni about her love for NWA, specifically Downtown Rogers and her work to inspire innovation within this community through Proof Downtown among many other things. We also talk about her bow hunting and adventures in the amazing outdoors! Don't miss out!

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05/06/2024

Episode 20 "Transforming Lives Through Boxing and Film with Bernard Oliver" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Bernard "Big Smoove" Oliver joins us in the studio to talk about his journey through professional boxing and becoming an award winning filmmaker, right here in NWA! We love his story, his character, and what he brings to this community! Get your gloves on because this is a knockout episode!

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05/06/2024

Thank you again for joining us in the studio to talk about your epic journey into mountain biking!

Our hearts continue to pour out for those effected by the tornados and the abrupt ending of due to the widespread damage. We are stronger together and know that next year they will come back even stronger!

If you'd like to listen to Episode 19, make sure to click the link in our bio or search for People of Northwest Arkansas wherever you listen to your podcasts! Spotify to Apple and everywhere in-between!

22/05/2024

Episode 19 "Pedaling Towards Purpose: A Tale of Transformation and Cycling with Jessy Heard" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we talk about adventures, biking and festivals with Jessy Heard. As we roll into the weekend filled with Bentonville Bike Fest, we loved talking with Jessy about growing up in NWA, overcoming fears and growing into the people we are meant to be.

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08/05/2024

Episode 18 "Pampered Pooches and Family Ties: Inside the World of Luxury Pet Resorts with the Bachmans" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

We enjoyed a great conversation with guests and podcast sponsors, Max and Dawn Bachman of K9 Resorts. We loved talking with Max and Dawn about how they met, their sweet pups and opening a Luxury Pet Resort. It's a sweet "tail" you don't want to miss!

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24/04/2024

Episode 17 "Empowering Young Voices: The Parenting Journey and Quest for Accessible Child Communication" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Welcome expert speech pathologists, Brie Norton and Lynsey Phillips, in an engaging, fun and educational conversation about how their work with accessible technology is transforming the lives of kids in and out of the classroom!

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24/04/2024

Make sure to check out Episode 16 with streaming on all podcast platforms! We loved this conversation and hope it will inspire you to feel empowered in your finances. Let's support women bankers everywhere! 👩‍💼💪

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10/04/2024

Episode 16 "Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women in Finance with The Girl Banker" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us and The Girl Banker, Natalie Bartholomew, as we talk about breaking glass ceilings, growing up in Northwest Arkansas on a farm, and being authentic in a digital focused world.

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09/04/2024

Make sure to check out Episode 15 with Bobby and Johnna Duncan of The Cigar District. It was a joy to have them on the show and hear their stories and especially the story behind The Cigar District, an ever growing hotspot here in Northwest Arkansas!

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27/03/2024

Episode 15 "Crafting Community and Culture in the Cigar District" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we talk with Bobby and Johnna Duncan about opening The Cigar District in Bentonville and their journey of building community while deepening the roots of love and partnership! We laugh, we cry and we raise a glass to this fun and educational episode!

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27/03/2024

Make sure to check out Episode 14 with Ryan Boggs and hear all about Rugby here in Northwest Arkansas! Plus fatherhood and real estate all mixed into one fun and entertaining show! And tell us in the comments- Have you ever been to a Rugby match?

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06/03/2024

Episode 14 "A Playbook for Life: Parenting, Rugby and Real Estate Insights with Ryan Boggs" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we talk with Ryan Boggs about the Arkansas Gryphons Rugby Team that's right here in NWA! Plus Real Estate insights and balancing life as a single dad!

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21/02/2024

Episode 13 "J.D. Iceman: A Strongman's World Record Journey and Global Spotlight" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we talk with JD (aka Iceman) and hear about his journey from becoming a strongman, competing on America's Got Talent, breaking through ice, bats and more to opening his own custom bat business.

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07/02/2024

Episode 12 "Beyond the Mic: How Rapper BAANG Stays True for a Living" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we talk with BAANG (aka Jeremiah) and hear about his journey from writing music as a child to overcoming being in the spotlight. His humble and kind spirit will draw you in and his showmanship will blow you away! Make sure to listen for an improvised rap just for us in our studio! You will love it!

Plus, pop quiz: What does BAANG stand for- answer in the comments and tell us how Jeremiah chose his stage name!

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07/02/2024

Brock shares so much in Episode 11 from meeting Carrie Underwood while auditioning with American Idol to his early bank days to running the top DJ business in Northwest Arkansas. Check out this clip to hear more about growing his business, returning to radio and more. To hear the full episode, check it out on Spotify, Apple or your favorite podcast platfrom!

29/01/2024

We had an incredible time at Podfest 2024 in Orlando!

We were impressed, encouraged, inspired, and have so many takeaways coming back to Northwest Arkansas with us to make this podcast even better!

We also loved meeting so many other podcasters, entrepreneurs, motivational speakers, business owners, media experts, and more!

We want to thank Buzzsprout for the opportunity to attend , for the people who put on, spoke at, and gave so much for us to take home. We loved the vibe and energy of this podcast community, impressed by the shared and encouraged support!

Thank you so much to our listeners who keep "tuning in" and downloading our episodes, engaging with our content, and encouraging us! If you're new here, we're so glad you found us, and we know you're going to lobe hearing all the stories on the podcast!

24/01/2024

Episode 11 "Life's Surprises and Radio Vibes with DJ & Entertainer Brock Short" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we talk about Brock's journey from radio host to American Idol to top requested DJ in NWA and our very favorite podcast producer! This is a really fun episode going behind the desk and learning more about The Brock Short!

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12/01/2024

We love the feedback you're sending us about Episode 10 with

We are even more excited to tell you about our partnership with Meg and her ReNew You 2024 program! Our podcast listeners can get 20% off using promo code peopleofnwa20

ReNew You 2024 is a personalized program designed for you to help with hormones, sleep, stress management, personal coaching, meal plans and much more!

Visit https://www.meggreenrd.com/contact for more information and make sure to check out episode 10 streaming now!

12/01/2024

Happy 2024! We are so ready to bring you more People of NWA!

I'm Danielle S, aka D2!

I moved to Northwest Arkansas in 2017 with my husband and two beautiful daughters from Dallas.

I was discovered as a voice-over talent co-hosting and emceeing a charity event in Dallas, TX benefiting Ocular Melanoma, a diagnosis my mother received in 2014.

I have co-hosted and emceed other charity events, including an annual golf tournament in Napa, CA. Other works include co-hosting radio shows, commercial advertising, political campaigns, and movie trailers.

Storytelling has always been a part of my journey through non-profit work and as a voice actor. I graduated with a B.A. from Westminster College in Business Administration and Entrepreneurship in 2007.

Listen to Episode #9 to hear more about this podcast journey! Thanks for following along!

11/01/2024

Happy 2024!

I'm Danielle K, aka D1!

I moved to Northwest Arkansas in 2005 from California and met my husband in 2009. We have 2 kids, a son and a daughter.

I have a digital cinema degree and have worked on multiple short films, feature length films and documentaries including an upcoming documentary about metastatic breast cancer.

I am passionate about media and local business, starting Arli Media, a business that offers video, photography, and social media marketing services.

I am the current Tuesday morning co-host on Brock Radio and love being a part of this thriving community in NWA!

Storytelling has always been a part of my journey through writing, film, media and now, voice!

Listen to Episode #9 to hear more about this podcast journey! Thanks for following along!

10/01/2024

Episode 10 "Navigating Hormones, Health, and the Power of Nutrition with Meg Green" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we talk about hormones, self confidence, health, and more, while sharing our personal journeys, some laughter and taboo topics!

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27/12/2023

Episode 9 "Reflections and Anticipations: Nostalgia, Milestones, and Our Love for Northwest Arkansas" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we reflect on 2023, starting this podcast, guests we've had and guests to come! We've had a great year and we're so excited for 2024!

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13/12/2023

Episode 8 "Food, Family and Entrepreneurship with Mallory Files" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we talk to Mallory about the art of charcuterie, entertainingand double dipping. She's lived a lot of life even at a young age. Join us for this fun conversation!

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01/12/2023

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29/11/2023

Episode 7 "The Art of Adapting: Lynn Hill's Yoga Story" just dropped and is streaming now on Spotify, Apple, and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

Join us as we hear about Lynn's leap of faith from the corporate world into running her own business, Yoga Story and pivoting during a pandemic. She's come out on top and opened a second location in Downtown Rogers! We know you'll enjoy this episode!

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29/11/2023

Lynn Hill, Owner of Yoga Story joins us for our next episode to talk about what brought her to NWA, Yoga Story's new location, and more!

Our next episode drops this Wednesday, and you don't want to miss this Rockstar Yoga Lady on the show!

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28/11/2023

Have you checked out our episode with yet, talking about her film, What Happens Later, growing up in Arkansas and moving back?

We loved having Kristin in the studio and you will love getting to know her in Episode 6 of People of Northwest Arkansas Podcast!

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