District 3 Podcast

On this beautiful episode we sit down with the Arkansas Education icon, Dr. John L Colbert and the Founder of DAYVISION Films, Filmmaker and Visionary Mike Day. Mike is showcasing a documentary this week highlighting Dr. Colbert's powerful legacy in the education system in Arkansas. From teacher to becoming Fayetteville's first Black Superintendent. Elena and Irvin have a powerful conversation with them about the film but also about life You don't want to miss this episode.

En este episodio platicamos con Alma Altamirano. Ella es la promotora de los Chinelos Morelenses Unidos de Arkansas. Un grup de baile cultural que an bendecido al noroeste de Arkansas con su cultura y tradiciones que originalmente vienen de Morelos, Mexico. En este episodio conozcan mas de su trabajo y el legado que están creando en nuestro estado.

In this electrifying episode of District 3, we dive deep into the vibrant world of Arkansas’ own Sol Sets, the Latino underground DJ crew that's turning heads and shaking up the local scene. Join us as we sit down with the dynamic team behind this groundbreaking music project to explore their innovative sounds, musical inspirations, and the creative process driving their beats.

We’ll uncover what makes Sol Sets tick, from their unique approach to DJing to the influences that shape their tracks. The crew also shares their thoughts on whether anyone can break into the DJ scene and what it truly takes to make a mark in the underground music world.

But that’s not all—Sol Sets is heating things up with a series of upcoming local events that you won’t want to miss. Tune in to get the inside scoop on their future gigs and find out how you can catch their next live performance.

Whether you’re a music aficionado or just curious about the rising stars of the underground scene, this episode is packed with insights, inspiration, and a whole lot of groove. Don’t miss it!

On this episode we sat down with Springdale Mayor Doug Sprouse. Springdale is the poultry capital of the world and also a very diverse community. We talked to Mayor Sprouse about that and so much more on this episode where you learn more about Springdale and more about its ambitious goals for the future!

This episode is also a video episode so if you're on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, you'll be able to see the video. Let us know what you think!

On this episode we sat down with Yoselin Gomez. Yoselin is a community leader in Northwest Arkansas and Public Relations Director for Salvadoreños Unidos Para Arkansas. A organization that works to make Arkansas an all around more inclusive place for Salvadorans. Yoselin talks about her work with the organization, her recent travels to El Salvador, the Salvadoran Festival hosted in NWA this week and much more.

On this episode we sat down with one of the most successful Real Estate Leaders in Arkansas, Jose Esparza! We discuss his Arkansas roots, his love for traveling, the importance of a healthy lifestyle and so much more. This episode is full of wisdom and motivation to push forward. We hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it!

On this episode we sat down with the powerful Sirena Linton! Sirena is a former Arkansas Razorback Gymnast who has recently signed as a new Next In Line recruit to the biggest Pro Wrestling Company in the world, the WWE. Learn more about Sirena's beginnnings, her college gymnastics career, her family's hardships and her goals and aspirations to become a WWE Superstar. This has been one of our favorite episodes to record. We hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed getting to know Sirena!

On this episode we sat down with Rashel Hariri! She's the founder and host of the She's Interesting Podcast.

Each episode of her podcast features unfiltered conversations with women CEOs, Founders, VCs and change-makers who are carving their path in the world. There aren’t enough media accounts promoting the accomplishments of women over 30, so this is her initiative to change that!

Link to her podcast website: https://rashelhariri.com/podcast

Elena sat down with Hayley Evans, who now runs her own marketing agency in Northwest Arkansas to talk about why she left teaching in Arkansas. She shares with us her experiences in great depth. Definitely an episode worth listening if you'd like to know more about what some Arkansas teachers experience in their day to day work life.

On this first D3 Mini, we sit down with one of the top comedians in Arkansas and friend of the pod, The Frisco Kid! We talk about where his name, his recent bout with kidney stones and much more goofy stuff!

If you play this episode and turn your phone sideways, you can enjoy this episode in full video format. We hope that you enjoy and don't forget to drop us a follow and a 5 star rating if you're feeling extra gracious! :)