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We sit down with Tom Hoehn, a longtime digital marketing executive, community leader, patron of the arts, world-traveler and model, to talk about how curiosity can turn into a life of travel, art, and real community impact. We trace his path from early internet history to Northwest Arkansas civic work and why “say yes” can be a serious strategy for building a meaningful life. 

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We catch up on our favorite spots, then sit down with John Engleman from Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast to hear how he turns local dining into real storytelling. We talk about how NWA’s food scene changes fast, why service and passion matter, and what makes this region feel like it’s entering a new era. 

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We sit down with Patrick Pulliam, a local realtor and community builder who started the NWA Patio Community & Socials. 

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We sit down with NASA’s Curious Universe Senior Producer and cohost, Jacob Pinter, to unpack a nonlinear path from Fayetteville to space storytelling. From “radio is a visual medium” to Artemis and Roman, we share a playbook for turning complex science into scenes listeners can see.

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We sit down with Olympic medalist and entrepreneur Dominique Blake to unpack grit, accountability, and the habits that turn dreams into results. From London 2012 stories to a TEDx wake-up call, we chart the path from early talent to focused execution and community-driven growth.

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We unpack how to stay well through cold season with Dr. Nick Gentry, why most respiratory bugs are viral, and how to support the body’s own resolution pathways. We also dig into hormone health, the updated HRT evidence, and practical hot-cold therapies that build resilience. 

To check out Dr. Nick Gentry’s podcast, follow the link below: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/not-so-taboo-longevity-aesthetics-and-sexual-health/id1765360939

**This episode includes discussion of past medical trauma and is for informational purposes only, not medical advice. Always consult your doctor before taking any supplements or medications.**

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We explore how Rebecca “Queenie Be” Luther turned a need for belonging into two thriving communities: a singles social network and Hive Networking for small businesses. 

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Bentonville is buzzing with energy, but the real story is in the people who make the city feel like home. We sit down with Wyatt Layman, publisher of Bentonville City Lifestyle magazine, to unpack how a conservation writer-turned-operator returned to the Ozarks, took a leap into entrepreneurship, and built a print magazine that the community looks forward to opening. 

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We trace Justin Shoener’s journey from early restaurant jobs to COO of Indigo Road and explore how thoughtful hospitality is reshaping Northwest Arkansas. The conversation blends leadership lessons, cultural fit, and why small service details change entire dining experiences.

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We sit down with producer Allyson de la Houssaye - AWAL Productions founder, former Jerry Springer producer, documentary storyteller, and co-founder of Women of Oz—to trace the route between media mayhem and the quiet, durable power of community. Her new film, Ridge to River, follows a 472-mile ride from the Ozark mountains to the Delta rivers, stitching together personal grit with the layered history of Arkansas. 

Content Note: Contains discussion of sensitive subject matter pertaining to talk show television. 

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