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Pull Up A Chair with Leo Cummings III Bourbon connoisseur, sneaker head, and girl dad Leo Ill dives into the stories of unique people.
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If you’re flipping through the latest you might notice a few familiar faces. The girls were so excited to do a little p...
04/08/2024

If you’re flipping through the latest you might notice a few familiar faces. The girls were so excited to do a little photoshoot and then see their beautiful faces a magazine. Shoutout to my people at for making my girls smile!

Happy Birthday to the baby, Naomi Grace! She is a 2nd kid to the core, translation she is equal parts exuberant and pass...
31/07/2024

Happy Birthday to the baby, Naomi Grace! She is a 2nd kid to the core, translation she is equal parts exuberant and passionate 🤪
She keeps you on your toes as you never know what deep or random question she might ask or what will come out of her mouth.
At present she wants to be baker AND an engineer and I have full confidence she can be both. Can’t wait to see how that turns out, but I’m loving getting to watch her learn, love, and play right now.

It was on May 31 when we first met Becks. It was pouring down rain yet we still went to a event. The girls fell in love...
13/07/2024

It was on May 31 when we first met Becks. It was pouring down rain yet we still went to a event. The girls fell in love with her and kinda liked her too 😉
It took some time,conversations, and preparations but we finally made it official and adopted her a couple weeks ago.
Real talk her name was Becky Sue and that just wasn’t gonna work for me, thus it’s Becks.

-adds “dog dag” to bio

Gone fishing! 🎣Ok not literally in this moment. I’m taking a few weeks off from the pod to recharge the batteries and g...
11/07/2024

Gone fishing! 🎣
Ok not literally in this moment.
I’m taking a few weeks off from the pod to recharge the batteries and get some inspiration.
Fresh content coming back in August! ✌🏾

I’m so very exited to read this book! If you’re not familiar with the incredible story of Nearest Green and then you sh...
27/06/2024

I’m so very exited to read this book! If you’re not familiar with the incredible story of Nearest Green and then you should do yourself a favor and get familiar pronto. I suggest pairing the book with a bottle and reading as thats what I’m doing 😁
Hats off to the incomparable .weaver for making it all happen!
Cheers! 🥃

Shout out to my guy for hosting this NWA Creators Networking Event. Got to check out the awesome and connect with some...
21/06/2024

Shout out to my guy for hosting this NWA Creators Networking Event. Got to check out the awesome and connect with some really talented and accomplished creators. I’m excited to collaborate with some of them soon!

Tune in to my chat with J. White , founder of Blackbelt Media. In Episode 27, Adena’s passion for community and connect...
06/06/2024

Tune in to my chat with J. White , founder of Blackbelt Media. In Episode 27, Adena’s passion for community and connection is clear as she shares her journey and her vision of fostering a stronger and more united community through authenticity, belonging and connection. Don’t miss this fun and inspirational conversation!
After the interview, the Pull Up a Tiny Chair segment makes a return to the show.

Watching Charlottes face when this fish hit the line was pretty special. Naomi’s reaction to being so close to the fish ...
28/05/2024

Watching Charlottes face when this fish hit the line was pretty special. Naomi’s reaction to being so close to the fish was pretty great too 😂

If you’ve listened to the podcast, you know one of the hot-seat questions is, “What are you consuming right now?” I love...
23/05/2024

If you’ve listened to the podcast, you know one of the hot-seat questions is, “What are you consuming right now?” I love this question because there’s lots of info/material/media that you HAVE to take in. This question is about what you WANT to take in.
I enjoy learning what books, shows and podcasts the guests are into because it gives me a bit of an insight into their interests and even what inspires them.
As I invite my guests to share, I’ll be sharing, and I invite you to share what you’re consuming!
Just finished this book and I really enjoyed it! So real and raw. Anyone else read it?

On Episode 26, I sat down with Branson Vanlandingham, a successful entrepreneur, visionary, and community builder. As th...
21/05/2024

On Episode 26, I sat down with Branson Vanlandingham, a successful entrepreneur, visionary, and community builder. As the CEO and co-founder of Natty State Sports, a cutting-edge digital media platform, Branson is reshaping the landscape of sports media and digital media in general.
Branson's mantra, "We lived it," speaks volumes about his dedication and passion. Tune in to hear his insights on building a thriving community and his vision for the future of digital media.
Pull up a chair and join the conversation! 🎧✨

Keep your chin up, even in tough times💪 Don't miss Episode 25 featuring the incredible Aaron Davis Presentations —a key...
02/05/2024

Keep your chin up, even in tough times
💪 Don't miss Episode 25 featuring the incredible Aaron Davis Presentations —a keynote speaker, author, cancer survivor, and former national champion football player! 🌟 We dive deep into the power of motivation, maintaining a positive attitude, consistency, and overcoming obstacles. Tune in now for his invaluable insights and inspiring journey! 🎧

So happy we discovered .local.spark in downtown Conway. Fun place for the girls to explore their creative side and have ...
28/04/2024

So happy we discovered .local.spark in downtown Conway. Fun place for the girls to explore their creative side and have fun.
Seeing the pride on their faces after completing a project is worth any priceless.

“The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.” I’ve got a clear vision for this podcast and its ...
25/04/2024

“The only thing worse than being blind is having sight but no vision.”
I’ve got a clear vision for this podcast and its future. If you can’t see it yet, that’s cool with me…just stay tuned.

It's hard not to be motivated by Rebecca Lady Angler Lentz incredible journey. As an army veteran, two-time cancer surv...
18/04/2024

It's hard not to be motivated by Rebecca Lady Angler Lentz incredible journey. As an army veteran, two-time cancer survivor, and relentless go-getter, she shares invaluable wisdom on overcoming trauma, fueling personal growth, and not being afraid to try new things. Check out episode 24 today!

He’s known by family as Big Leo, his friends call him Slim, but I just call him Dad. Happy 75th to my namesake and frien...
14/04/2024

He’s known by family as Big Leo, his friends call him Slim, but I just call him Dad.
Happy 75th to my namesake and friend Leo Cummings Jr.

09/04/2024

This is one of several great quotes from the convo with Jake Denton. Check out episode 23 for the full interview.

Pull Up a Chair with Conway Fitness Kickboxing Jake Denton. In this episode, we got into his fighting career, his love ...
04/04/2024

Pull Up a Chair with Conway Fitness Kickboxing Jake Denton. In this episode, we got into his fighting career, his love for training others, and how his habits of practicing gratitude shape all of those things. Jake's positivity combined with his knowledge of the fight game made this a really fun one to record. Check it out!

I spent many a Spring Break with this guy growing up. What a fun and unique experience for us to do that again as adults...
27/03/2024

I spent many a Spring Break with this guy growing up. What a fun and unique experience for us to do that again as adults AND with our girls. It was such a great and beneficial trip for the kids and the adults. It was some serious daddy daughter time 😃

Kuma Roberts , Executive Coach, and Black Wall Street Chamber of Commerce President pulls up a chair in this episode. Th...
19/03/2024

Kuma Roberts , Executive Coach, and Black Wall Street Chamber of Commerce President pulls up a chair in this episode. The Tulsa native talks about growing up in Tulsa, the changing world of DEI, and the idea that a lot more connects us than separates us. Kuma was a joy to talk to and I think you’ll enjoy our conversation. Check it out!

Tattoos have intrigued me since I was little, even though growing up they were definitely more taboo than they are now. ...
18/03/2024

Tattoos have intrigued me since I was little, even though growing up they were definitely more taboo than they are now.
I’ve got a couple, but I’ve never had anything like this. This unique piece represents my daughters. For the longest time, we’ve called Charlotte “Char-bear” and Naomi “Na-bird.” I wanted the scenery around them to illustrate the natural state and its beauty.
Shoutout to the incredibly talented and kind AJ for delivering a badass piece of art. Initially, I didn’t choose him and he didn’t choose me, but it all worked out. Nine grueling hours later his work was done.
Just so we’re clear: I LOVE this piece, it hurt like hell, it was worth it, and when I’m ready for the next one, I’m coming back to my Colombian brother.

Before Black History Month ends, I wanted to share a piece of what this month means to me. It obviously means celebratin...
29/02/2024

Before Black History Month ends, I wanted to share a piece of what this month means to me. It obviously means celebrating heroes like MLK, Frederick Douglass, George Washington Carver, and Jesse Owens for their contributions. It also means learning more about people like Carter G. Woodson, Guion Bluford, Gwendolyn Brooks, and Jack Johnson who maybe didn’t get as much attention in our history books. (If you don’t know those names, give them a Google.)

Finally, it means celebrating those role models, barrier breakers, and legends from our community. For me, my dad is on that list. He grew up here and went to Pine Street (the Conway school for blacks) from K-11 but completed his senior year in Conway Public Schools after integration. I could not imagine the nerves, confidence, fear, and range of other emotions that came with that transition.

I’m thankful for him and many others who paved the way for me right here in Conway.

I love the Natural State! What better backdrop to get a little workout in and have some great conversation with friends ...
26/02/2024

I love the Natural State! What better backdrop to get a little workout in and have some great conversation with friends than a hike on a perfect day.
And if I’m gonna be outside in Arkansas it’s very likely I’ll be rocking a shirt from my people

This smile says a lot more than you might think. This smile only surfaced after a few tears and some self-doubt. Naomi ...
23/02/2024

This smile says a lot more than you might think. This smile only surfaced after a few tears and some self-doubt. Naomi is afraid of heights and just couldn't talk herself into climbing up this thing.

Despite the cheering from me, her big sister, and a random dad and his little boy, it just wasn't happening. After a little time with no prodding by any of the peanut gallery previously mentioned, she went to the bottom and climbed up the web all by herself. I could not have been prouder and seriously couldn't get my phone out fast enough to take the picture. I was fortunate to snap this one and I got to enjoy her climb up the web several more times after that. Here's the deal, there are times when our kids face these challenges, both great and small. For me, one of the most satisfying moments of parenthood is seeing them conquer them.

Todd Cate , co-creator and co-host of the now-retired Black Dude White Dude, a long-time friend and weight-loss expert p...
21/02/2024

Todd Cate , co-creator and co-host of the now-retired Black Dude White Dude, a long-time friend and weight-loss expert pulls a chair, and just like that, the band was together again. Todd and I recounted the good ole days of BDWD and quickly launched into a variety of topics. The old-school BDWD banter was in full effect as we talked about the benefits of Dry January, painful small talk, depression, the powerhouse couple that is Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, and much more.

As a dad, I want my kids to know their possibilities are endless and they can truly do anything they want. Specifically,...
07/02/2024

As a dad, I want my kids to know their possibilities are endless and they can truly do anything they want. Specifically, as a dad to biracial girls, I do my best to show them examples of women and people of color in various roles and careers that have historically been only white men (no disrespect just real talk).
So when I boarded the plane and saw this pilot, I had to take a pic to show the girls. If I’m being honest, I don’t even recall her name but I guarantee my girls will remember her.
It’s real simple: representation matters.

Mural artist Jessica Jones pulls up a chair for the first episode of 2024. We dive into the journey that led her to Conw...
03/02/2024

Mural artist Jessica Jones pulls up a chair for the first episode of 2024. We dive into the journey that led her to Conway, the logistics of painting a 30-foot mural, and the devastating, life-changing event that pushed her to be a full-time artist. Her story of creativity and perseverance is one you don’t want to miss!

As dry January draws to a close, I’m thankful for friends and drinks, like the ones pictured. Things tend to be a bit ea...
01/02/2024

As dry January draws to a close, I’m thankful for friends and drinks, like the ones pictured. Things tend to be a bit easier when you’ve got a person, or in this case, people, running along side of you. I appreciate all of you who “ran” with me and I’m proud of us. We endured the longest January in human history, snow days, and frigid temps.

In regard to the drink, I really do LOVE water but a tasty mocktail on occasion really hits the spot 😂

At the stroke of midnight, January will finally be over soooo I’m thinking mimosas in the morning? Who’s with me?!? 😉

Pretty cool to be featured on Here & There to talk about the podcast. I appreciate any opportunity to talk about the po...
31/01/2024

Pretty cool to be featured on Here & There to talk about the podcast.

I appreciate any opportunity to talk about the podcast, but especially with the awesome .l.matthews. Here’s hoping you see him on the podcast soon 😉

Here and There airs locally on Feb. 2, but the YouTube link will be in the bio. Can’t wait to see it!

“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” C.S. Lewis Whew! Reading that gives me confidence t...
24/01/2024

“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” C.S. Lewis

Whew! Reading that gives me confidence that it’s not “too late” to keep pushing for bigger things for this podcast or life, in general.
There’s a chance there’s someone reading this who is wondering if it’s too late for you and your big dream…and I’m here to say it ain’t!
Full disclosure: This is NOT my plane but it provided a cool back drop and my fit kinda matched it, so there you have it.

Oscar Wilde was quoted as saying, “everything in moderation”. And unless you’re talking about listening to this podcast,...
09/01/2024

Oscar Wilde was quoted as saying, “everything in moderation”. And unless you’re talking about listening to this podcast, I tend to agree. 😉
Myself and a few others in my world have committed to Dry January. In essence, that just means we’ll abstain from alcohol and yes, that includes bourbon, for the entire month. Don’t worry - I’m still about drinking the bourbon and wearing the sneakers but this month I’m taking a break from the first part.

Are you participating in Dry January? How has it been so far? Tell me about it in the comments 👇🏿 so we can hold each other accountable.

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Here’s a snippet from the amazing @adenaj recording. Check out episode 27 for the full interview!

Branson’s mantra, “We lived it,” speaks volumes about his dedication and passion. Tune in to hear his insights on building a thriving community and his vision for the future of digital media. Episode 26 is available on all platforms! Check it out!

@aarondavisattitudeexpert giving me his thoughts on motivation. Check out the full pod for more of his insights.

@ladyanglerlentz talking about trying new things! Full episode is available now on iTunes, Spotify, all the other podcast places!

Episode 23 preview
Episode 23 preview

This is one of several great quotes from the convo with Jake Denton. Check out episode 23 for the full interview.

Check out this clip from Episode 20 with Art by Jessica Jones The full episode is out now.

Wow! This has been a blur and a blast! I had on some incredible guests, made some new friends, had some great conversation and learned a few things along the way. I’m so excited for what 2024 has in store for this podcast. You can expect more awesome guests from Central Arkansas and beyond, a few speaking engagements, and collaborations with content creators across the country.

Check out this clip from Episode 19 with Jake Briley! The full episode is available now.

Merry Christmas! What's the worst gift you've ever received? Check out this video to hear about mine.

Check out this clip from Episode 18 with Clint Schaff! The full episode is available at the link in my bio or wherever you get your podcasts.

Check out this clip from Episode 17 with Lorenzo Lewis where he discusses how people, and especially young people, can improve their circumstances. The full episode is available at the link in the bio or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Check out this clip from the most recent episode, Episode 16, with Jamie Ward! You can listen to the full episode at the link in my bio or wherever you get your podcasts.

***PSA from PUAC*** Stop waiting on the perfect moment to enjoy the things you love. "Someday" may never come and life is too short not to drink the bourbon and wear the sneakers!

Check out this clip from Episode 14 with Ray Walker, CEO and Artistic Director of Saint Cloud Bourbon! Listen to the full episode anywhere you get your podcasts.

Justin Patton talks about the importance of trust in both business and relationships. You can hear even more, including strategies for rebuilding trust, in Episode 13! It's available at the link in my bio or wherever you get your podcasts. Justin Patton - Executive Leadership Coach #podcast #storytelling #inspiration #motivation #trust

In this clip from Episode 12, Marybeth Hill recounts some of the more intense moments of her struggle with drug addiction. You can listen to the full episodes - a 2 part story - by clicking on the link in my bio or on any platform where you listen to podcasts. #inspiration #motivation #podcast #storytelling #domesticviolenceawareness #recovery Marybeth Hill

Check out this clip from the most recent episode where R.A Howard talks about his passion for storytelling. The full episode is available for free wherever you listen to podcasts!

Check out this clip from the most recent episode where Katie Wilson () shares a vivid story of how she realized that she wanted to try hula hooping - a moment that would ultimately change her life for the better. You can listen to the full episode on Spotify and iTunes!

I’m a big fan of art galleries, museums, and exhibits but I NEVER thought my face or likeness would be hanging in one. I’m incredibly honored to be featured in the 100 Faces of Conway project by the talented @fayehedera.art. This project is more than just some incredible paintings - though it’s definitely that. It’s a connector for Conwegians to find common ground and connect. I’ll be forever connected to the other 99 community members and I love that about this project. If you’re in the Conway area, you need to go check this out! The official opening event is tomorrow night (Friday, July 28th) from 5-7pm at the @windgatemuseum on the @hendrixcollege campus, and the exhibit will be up until August 30th.

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Black Dude White Dude explores a wide range of topics from the differing perspectives of two best friends. Leo Cummings III (Black Dude) and Todd Cate (White Dude) dive into the poignant and mundane—from race relations and raising their children to debates about who can do the most one-arm pushups (it’s Todd). Whether it’s back-and-forth banter between the two of them or in-depth conversations featuring invited guests from the central Arkansas area and beyond, Black Dude White Dude leaves listeners with food for thought and reasons to laugh out loud.