Podcasts about Bentonville

1DullGeek casually announces he's signed a contract for a Czech-built TL Sparker and will spend a month in Prague building it – because apparently "24 cubic feet of cargo space" (more than his compact SUV!) justifies international aircraft construction. The only minor detail? He has absolutely nowhere to hangar this composite beauty that "costs more than his house." Cue the deep dive into "Hangar Hell" – where waiting lists stretch to 2038, car detailing businesses occupy hangars, and Mark realizes he's been "a wholesale menace in every capacity to an airport." Meanwhile, Brian's gone full on into written tests, knocking out instrument ground instructor and fundamentals of instruction in two weeks because "the sponginess of my brain is kind of working at the moment." Plus: heated seats, cup holders, and the eternal question of whether N633K (a.k.a. "N-GEEK") will ever see the inside of an actual hangar.Upcoming Event:The Thaden Invasion Fly-In - March 13-15, 2026, Bentonville, Arkansas (VBT)RSVP at midlifepilotpodcast.com - "If half the RSVPs show up, we're gonna have a real good time. If more than half show up, it'll be a disaster."Support the Show:Patreon Community Merch Store Website: midlifepilotpodcast.comMentioned on the show:* Mark's new plane, TL Sparker: https://tlsportaircraft.com/sparker/* Risen Aircraft: https://www.flyrisen.com/* Roy "Deacon" Qualls, Pilot's Edge: Think, Train, and Fly Like a Pro: https://amazon.com/dp/B0FY26ZJJM* CGI, Cape Girardeau Regional Airport: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cape_Girardeau_Regional_Airport* Garmin GNC355: https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/689774/

In this 12 Days of Breeders interview, we welcome Bill Wyatt of DubDub Danes in Bentonville, Arkansas. After a career in high-level sales, Bill applies his deep customer service acumen to breeding, expertly guiding buyers so they feel supported, not sold to. Bill shares his lifelong love for Great Danes and gives an honest look at the immense logistics of managing a breeding business for giant dogs, covering everything from the astronomical feed (and poop) to a size-appropriate socialization protocol. You'll learn how he uses professional business standards to structure the entire customer journey and why his experience with Great Danes has made him passionate about temperament in breeding selection. This episode is a great listen for any breeder navigating a niche market or looking to transform their customer relationships.

We sit down with Nathan "Woody" Woodruff, the founder of Progressive Trail Design (PTD), to unpack how a Fayetteville landscape hustle evolved into Bentonville's Slaughter Pen trail network and set the course for designing LA28's Olympic mountain bike venue. Woody shares the early days of being an avid rider, getting tapped to build on Walton family land, and watching those miles become a public park that helped define Bentonville. That spark spread, inspiring crews who learned in Bentonville, launched companies, and refined the playbook. Along the way, PTD built a deep bench of designers and CAD pros, landscape architects, and specialty builders. If you care about trail culture,, this conversation maps the arc—from backyard singletrack to a global showcase.ProgressiveTrailDesign.com IG @ProgressiveTrailDesignA New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

Bourbon on the table, big ideas in the air. We sit down with an award-winning filmmaker who left Southern California for Northwest Arkansas and break down, step by step, how a small, collaborative community can grow into a real film hub. Between a honey-finished Buffalo Trace taste test and a few jabs at our missing co-hosts, we dig into the practical levers that matter to creators and investors alike: Arkansas's cash rebate incentive, easy access to locations, and a surprisingly deep bench of crew.Scott shares the creative and business blueprint for his contained thriller, In Memoriam, a character-driven story about a daughter who uses memory tech to visit her comatose father and uncovers a painful truth. We talk budgets in the $500k–$600k range, how to stretch locations, and why pre-sales and smart casting can make or break indie projects. Then we lay out a realistic distribution ladder: streaming-first to control P&A, limited theatrical to build earned media, and a pathway to wider release once the data supports it. If you're curious how films really get financed and sold in today's market, this is a candid, usable playbook.We also explore Scott's second engine: construction site storytelling. Think solar time-lapse cameras snapping every ten minutes, drone passes with graphic overlays, and monthly and quarterly edits that double as investor updates and sales content. It's a smarter alternative to one-and-done drone tours, giving builders live jobsite views and a narrative asset that wins the next RFP. Toss in a priceless Apple-era anecdote—yes, a “Hate it” email from Steve Jobs—and you've got a conversation that blends craft, commerce, and community.Join us for a grounded look at filmmaking from Bentonville: incentives, crews, distribution strategy, and the creative grit it takes to ship. If you enjoy this kind of inside-the-industry breakdown, follow the show, share it with a friend who loves movies or bourbon, and leave a quick review to help others find us.

What does it really take for a young player to chase a professional dream beyond their hometown club scene?Wes sits down with Ozark United FC Academy goalkeeper Zach Taylor and his parents, Beth and Joel, to unpack the family, sacrifice, and belief behind a 14 year old's journey from Olive Branch, Mississippi, to MLS NEXT soccer in Northwest Arkansas.Zach shares how his life has been “soccer, soccer, soccer” for as long as he can remember, from pounding the ball off the wall in the backyard to treating the garage as his best teammate. He talks about the standard at Ozark United, what it felt like stepping into his first MLS NEXT match in Louisiana, and why the playing style, speed of play, and role of the goalkeeper made him feel like he had finally found “home” with his new teammates.Beth and Joel pull back the curtain on the commitment behind that dream. They talk about balancing work, school, and travel, what it is like to have dad as both airline pilot and full-time “Taylor transportation coordinator,” and how owning a small plane turns a 5-hour drive into a 1-hour flight to train in Bentonville. They share honestly about finances, time, and why the level of buy-in from parents and players matters just as much as the letters on the league.Zach then looks ahead and gets real about his goals. From earning a spot in Division 1 college soccer, to breaking into the US Youth National Team pool, to one day playing professionally in Germany for clubs like Wolfsburg or Dortmund, he shares how he pairs big dreams with daily work, no off days, and a mindset that “if your dreams do not scare you, they are not big enough.”If you are a parent, player, or coach trying to figure out the “right path” in youth soccer, this conversation gives you a relatable, behind-the-scenes look at one family's route, the decisions along the way, and what they are learning about joy, pressure, and keeping the game fun.

In this week's episode of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas, we're in Fayetteville at Mockingbird Kitchen talking to co-owners Chrissy Sanderson & Leigh Helm, but before we get to them?!?! FOOD NEWS!! The Compton Hotel opened their three food and bev concepts, with Sestina, The Eddy, and Field Notes. We'll hear about the concepts from Founder, Managing Partner and Chief Vision Officer of Indigo Road, Steve Palmer. Hear how to win free tickets to Downtown Fayetteville's Holiday Haul Brunch Crawl! Speaking of Downtown Fayetteville, Maxine's is hosting their 12th Annual Nog-Off. We'll give you the deets! The Fry will be opening soon in downtown Bentonville. We'll tell you when! Looks like we're going to have three restaurant openings in January. We'll tell you who's close to opening their doors! Happy anniversary to Kosmos Greek Café. It's a BIG one! We go back to last April for this week's Flavors Flashback to hear from Nellie B's about moving from California and learning about dirt road deliveries!! This month is a very momentous one for Mockingbird Kitchen. Chef Chrissy Sanderson and Leigh Helm opened the restaurant a decade ago this month! They'll talk about what it was like getting the doors open back then, and how they've been able to thrive this long. They'll also talk about having to turn on a dime because of Covid. In fact, they'll tell us about the day it happened, what it was like having to deal with something that you can't prepare for, and how the community stepped up for them. Some fun stories there. Finally, the food. Upscale, approachable, fresh and scratch-made. I had my introduction to stir-fried farro with shrimp, and I'm an evangelist now- and that Mockingbird Pie? We talk about that and more next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas.

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly talks to All Bodies on Bikes Co-Founder Marley Blonsky.  In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Molly sat down with All Bodies on Bikes co-founder Marley Blonsky in Bentonville around Big Sugar to explore how cycling can become truly inclusive for riders of all sizes. They discuss building body-size-inclusive communities, making movement joyful and sustainable, bike camping as an accessible adventure, and the importance of clear, respectful language around body size. Marley's new book: https://stronggirlpublishing.com/ragtag

The spotted cow tradition lives on as the crew discusses building instrument flows (Wendy's "source-morse-course" wisdom), why updating flows is harder than you think (law of primacy), and the great EFB pricing debate (Sky Demon €120 vs ForeFlight $370+ in Europe). Plus: celebrating no-go decisions as bigger accomplishments than completing flights, Ted's minimalist wedding where the Uber driver waited outside, and why being in aviation has made Ted realize there's a countable number of summers left in his life—a perspective his 18-year-old brain never understood.In this episode:"Source-Morse-Course" - Wendy's instrument flow (identify source, check morse code, set course)"I need more flow, not more to-do lists" - Brian's IFR strugglesLaw of primacy: How hard is it to update flows once you've learned them?Ben's multi flow stuck in his head: "Mixtures forward, props forward, throttles forward, identify, feather, verify"Building the helmet fire muscle through repeated exposureSky Demon €120 vs ForeFlight $370+ in Germany (3 more hours of flying time difference)Richard Yankee88: Flew to New Orleans, drove to Texas instead of flying - "That's a bigger accomplishment"Doug F: "I loved my private checkride. Someone wanted to ask me aviation questions!""Maybe I'm overthinking this" - The most midlife phrase in DiscordGreat moments:Ted's minimalist wedding: "The Uber driver was waiting. That's how long my ceremony took" (5 people total)"We have a 50% success rate for anything we talk about" / "We're like a broken clock—right twice a day"Notice of Disapproval pads: New merch idea Garmin sponsorship dreams: "Everybody has a price" / "Refurb 430s for everybody!"Alternative sponsors: "Icy Hot? That's more realistic"Thaden Invasion: March 13-15, 2026 at VBT, Bentonville, Arkansas - RSVP at midlifepilotpodcast.com (parking limited!)Mentioned on the Show:EP114 with Checkmate BarryCheckMate IFR ChecklistGarmin PilotNew Glarus Spotted Cow Beerblancolirio on the N2345R PA-23 Montana icing crashASN entry on the crashSupport the Show:Patreon.com/MidlifePilotPodcast - Discord access & checkride debriefsMidlifePilotPodcast.com - Merch & Thaden Invasion RSVPyoutube.com/@midlifepilotpodcast - Live Mondays 8PM ET10% of Patreon proceeds support Freedom Aviation Network's anti-human trafficking effortsClosing wisdom: "A good laugh and a long sleep are the two best cures."

Stefanie Hoover and Jamie Kress, RFID expert with Sensormatic, discuss this year's gathering of retailers at the 4th Annual Smart Exit Workshop in Bentonville, Arkansas. Sensormatic pulled out all the stops at its new facility: more than a meeting space, with mock-ups of the sales floor, stockrooms, and transition space that help retailers truly experience use cases for RFID. In this episode, hear what was top of mind for retailers at the workshop—from labor optimization, to real-time inventory, to fitting room theft analytics—the technology is evolving to meet retailer needs.

SummaryIn this week's episode of Startup Junkies, hosts Daniel Koonce and Caleb Talley sat down with Andrew Gibbs-Dabney, founder of LIVSN Designs, a Bentonville-based outdoor apparel company with a mission to create high-quality, versatile clothing for outdoor enthusiasts who value experiences over possessions. Andrew's vision for LIVSN is clear: make products that last, fit into multiple situations, and help customers "own less, live more."Andrew traced the company's roots back to a personal journey focused on simplifying life, which ultimately inspired LIVSN's commitment to durability and versatility. The business was initially jump-started via Kickstarter, leveraging community support to raise production funds and validate market fit. Andrew emphasized how in-person events and local connections, like pop-ups and startup crawls, have been vital for the tactile nature of their apparel.Sustainability and community drive every aspect of LIVSN, from rigorous dedication to responsible sourcing and transparency in the supply chain, to innovative repair and resale programs. Andrew explained that true sustainability goes beyond labels; it's about continual improvement and extending product life cycles. The company's recent B Corp certification stands as a testament to its holistic approach, valuing people, planet, and profit equally.LIVSN's story is also one of community ownership, with hundreds of customers investing through campaigns like WeFunder. With intentional product expansion and ongoing partnerships, Andrew's team is proving that responsible business practices and building trust can compete head-to-head with industry giants. Tune in today!Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(02:59) LIVSN's Kickstarter Experience (07:18) Designing by a Set of Principles(12:25) Holistically Building a Business(15:05) Sustainability Through Product Longevity(16:54) Community-Owned Business Vision(21:30) Intentional Growth and Expansion(26:11) 2025 Achievements: B Corp Certification & New Store Opening(28:35) Closing ThoughtsLinksDaniel KoonceCaleb TalleyStartup JunkieStartup Junkie YouTubeAndrew Gibbs-DabneyLIVSN Designs

Bentonville High School made Top 12 at Bands of America Grand Nationals in November, and are performing at the Midwest Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago in December! Their director, Tim Hendrix, joins the show to discuss the journey they went on, as well as preview their program for Midwest and discuss the process for their students.To gain access to all show notes and audio files please Subscribe to the podcast and consider supporting the show on Patreon - using the button at the top of thegrowingbanddirector.comOur mission is to share practical  advice and explore topics that will help every band director, no matter your experience level, as well as music education students who are working to join us in the coming years.Connect with us with comments or ideasFollow the show:Podcast website : Thegrowingbanddirector.comOn Youtube The Growing Band Director Facebook-The Growing Band Director Podcast GroupInstagram @thegrowingbanddirectorTik Tok @thegrowingbanddirectorIf you like what you hear please:Leave a Five Star Review and Share us with another band director!

Tired of conferences that keep everyone indoors and restless? We sat down with Wes Oliver, director of sales at Visit Bentonville, to unpack a NEW WAY:  The Unconventional Convention concept is a walkable, multi-venue model that trades hallways and windowless ballrooms for light, movement, and a sense of place. Bentonville stitches together high-quality spaces around downtown—think the Ledger, the Record, Compton Gardens, and new capacity at The Heartland Whole Health Institute and The Compton Hotel.Beyond meeting rooms, Bentonville's strengths show up in curated experiences: guided rides on nearby trails, docent-led tours at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, and family-friendly stops at the Amazeum. The result is a destination conference model that boosts attendee satisfaction, supports sustainability with car-light movement, and turns a free afternoon into a meaningful part of the program. Find us at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

Today's guest isn't just an ordinary guest it's producer Matty and myself inn this short but sweet episode we had a little free time during our first day at the big diamond comedy fest in Bentonville so we made a Short overview of our initial thoughts. Not to mention Matty and his hilarious story about meeting the one and only Sam Talent for the first time.     Links down below for all the goods. If you want behind the scenes and episodes 2 days early sign up for our Patreon it helps support the show in many ways.   As always thank you for listening.     Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/crashcast   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/crashcast      Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crashcastpod/   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/crashcastpod   Twitter https://twitter.com/crashcastpod1   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@crash.cast   YouTube Episode https://youtu.be/y0MJLHB9YDU

SummaryIn this week's episode of Startup Junkies, host Daniel Koonce sits down with Tyler Flagg, founder and CEO of Flying Company, to discuss his mission to transform private aviation and put Bentonville, Arkansas, on the map as an emerging aviation tech hub.Tyler shares his unique journey from failed child actor to fourteen-year Air Force pilot and squadron commander, and ultimately, tech entrepreneur. After leaving the military, Tyler found himself managing a private business jet and was shocked at the pain points in finding and hiring contract pilots. The process, relying on Facebook posts, word-of-mouth, and reams of paperwork, was inefficient and outdated. Sensing a gap in the market, he created the Flying Company, a streamlined platform that connects pilots and operators, handles credentials, agreements and payments, and even helps operators and pilots save valuable time and money.The conversation dives into the realities of startup life, the surprising lack of digital innovation in aviation, and Tyler's long-term vision: a one-stop career and staffing system for pilots from student certification through retirement. He also touches on his hopes for Bentonville to grow into an aviation tech hub and the value of surrounding yourself with like-minded entrepreneurs.Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(05:10) Building a Marketplace for Aviation(09:54) Addressing Pilot Frustrations: Communication & Payment(14:57) Employing Quiet Professionalism over Ego(17:31) Making Bentonville an Aviation Hub(22:35) Next Steps: Aviation Career Progression Platform(27:31) Closing ThoughtsLinksDaniel KoonceStartup JunkieStartup Junkie YouTubeTyler FlaggFlying Company

In this episode, I sit down with Jenny Marrs, author, adoptive mom, and co-host of HGTV's Fixer to Fabulous, for a tender and deeply human conversation about grief, waiting, restoration, and the steady presence of God in the middle of it all. Jenny shares openly about a season of profound loss, the long and miraculous journey to bring her daughter home from the Congo, and the everyday choice to trust God when life feels overwhelming or out of control. We talk about compassion in a divided world, what it means to “go with the strength you have,” and how the smallest moments, from heart-shaped stones to a stranger's kindness to a child's simple confession of faith, can become markers of God's faithfulness. This is an honest and hopeful look at what it means to live out Trust God, Love People in real time, and I believe her story will be both grounding and deeply encouraging for you.Jenny Marrs is a designer, author, and passionate advocate for community transformation, family preservation, and orphan care around the globe. She is the author of House + Home = Love, and co-hosts Fixer to Fabulous with her husband, Dave. She and Dave live on a small farm in Bentonville, Arkansas, with their five kids and too many animals to count.Jenny's Book:Trust God, Love PeopleJenny's Recommendation:HeartlandConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.comGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Threads, Bluesky or YouTubeConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link below Contact me to advertise: jjohnson@shiftingculturepodcast.com Support the show

You Belong Here—as the artwork over the Momentary Green says, to hear Jill Wagar unpack how a former cheese plant evolved into a living room where music, contemporary art, and food collide. Jill shares the backstory of the Momentary's rise alongside Crystal Bridges, why the campus now leads with concerts, and how each venue—from the large outdoor Green to a more intimate experience indoors at the RØDE House—creates a distinct listening experience that artists love and fans remember.We dive into the most dynamic season yet: sellout shows from Megan Moroney, GloRilla, and Alabama Shakes; big draws like Ziggy Marley and a programming model that blends national names with emerging talent and local openers. Beyond the headliners, the campus pulses with family-friendly rituals: House Party exhibition openings, Saturday Morning Cartoons with a cereal bar and classics on the big screen, and more.Love live music, culinary adventures, and inventive art? Follow the Momentary on TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, subscribe to the newsletter at themomentary.org, and consider becoming a member. A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

Claire Brown & Gayatri Agnew bring their Friday-energy realness in an episode on authenticity — from showing up without makeup to celebrating major achievements like Gayatri's Woman of the Year honor and Claire's new live TV segment. They get honest about internal dialogue, being seen and heard, and why women must stop shrinking themselves and start thanking themselves for who they are.     POWERWOMEN LINKS:     WEBSITE: https://thepowerwomen.org/     LR FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1807102609586780     NWA FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/www.thepowerwomen.org     INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/powerw.o.m.e.n     YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/@PowerWomenPodcast     Podcast Produced by clantoncreative.com    

SummaryIn this episode of the Fuel Podcast, Grace Gill sits down with Amit Hasak, CEO of Transship Corp, to dive into the challenges and innovations reshaping the logistics and supply chain industry. As a seasoned supply chain logistics professional, Amit recounts his two-decade journey running a cold storage warehouse in Chicago. His deep involvement with exporters of perishable goods gave him firsthand insight into the chaos and inefficiency plaguing traditional shipping. After fielding endless complaints from clients about the unpredictable and costly shipping process, Amit saw the need for change, prompting the birth of Transship in 2020.Transship's mission is simple: empower shippers. By leveraging API connectivity, AI, and robust data analytics, Transship streamlines bookings, provides competitive rates, and delivers real-time shipment visibility down to temperature and tampering alerts, something the industry desperately lacks. But as Amit emphasizes, technology alone isn't enough; the human element in customer service remains crucial.The conversation also touches on the entrepreneurial realities of bootstrapping a startup. Amit candidly shares the stresses, risks, and ultimate rewards of maintaining control of his company, offering practical advice for founders navigating similar paths. Listeners get a glimpse of why he is excited about Bentonville, Arkansas, and how participation in the Fuel Accelerator is fueling Transship's global growth. The episode is a testament to resilience, innovation, and the ongoing importance of human connection in a tech-forward world!Show Notes(00:00) Introduction(05:30) Shipment Tracking Beyond Devices(08:41) Bootstrapping: Vision, Struggles, and Rewards(11:27) Transship's Global Expansion(14:12) Freight Tech Solutions and SupportLinksGrace GillFuel AcceleratorAmit HasakTransship Corp

We celebrate Christopher Blevins' historic World Cup season and explore how he resets with mindfulness, play, and creative work. From Cal Poly roots to Stilspoke, he shares why slowing down builds a stronger racer and a fuller person.A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

A teen concert turned into a full-on adventure when Jo Brown, co-host of Wonderland on Points, who used her points-and-miles playbook to design a Bentonville escape. Jo walks through the meals that set a new bar—Table on Sixth's craveable BLT, Witching Hour's shockingly great burger, and the pure joy of Buttered Biscuit sauces—plus why this small city's culinary scene rivals bigger markets. Then it's bikes and art: e-bikes open the trails to casual riders, Crystal Bridges blends world-class curation with outdoor magic, and the Time Loop light-and-sound experience turns a forest into a meditative experience that even teens called peaceful. We also dig into how to turn everyday spending into award flights and hotel nights. Jo shares the ins and outs and practical takeaways with traveling on a budget using credit card points.A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

We sit down with Christopher Blevins in Bentonville to unpack The 2025 racing season, which finished with Christopher at the top of the sport claiming both overall titles (XCC & XCO) in the World Cup MTB. If you're curious about sustainable high performance, athlete creativity, and the community that keeps joy in the grind, this conversation delivers.A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

The smell of fresh bread can change a life. Our guests from Great Harvest NWA share how a spur-of-the-moment lunch on a road trip, followed by a snowy trek to Montana, led them to trade corporate titles for early mornings, warm ovens, and a bakery that already feels like a Bentonville staple. Their why comes through fast: fresh-milled Montana wheat, no preservatives, house-made dressings, and the freedom to create within a “freedom franchise” model that invites personal flair and genuine hospitality.We dig into the details food lovers care about: the Baja Chipotle turkey that regulars swear by, cinnamon rolls and cinnamon chip bread that sell out, salted vanilla honey butter you'll want on everything, and a scone that single-handedly rewrote what a scone can be. They talk through dietary realities with honesty—how they handle egg-free or dairy-free requests, why gluten-free bread isn't feasible in a flour-filled bakery—and share smart conveniences like a drive-thru, strong rewards, online ordering, and delivery via DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Grubhub. Seasonal fans get a preview too: cranberry swirl bread, stuffing bread, and rolls ready for Thanksgiving tables, plus a sourdough starter winging in from Montana with a community naming twist.What really stands out is the community heartbeat. Regulars already have names and stories. Ambassadors show up unprompted, passing menus to fly fishing clubs and bringing new friends every week. The team is building something that feels local because it is—owners on-site, young staff learning real service, and a space designed for conversation as much as convenience. We also look forward: how to scale to Fayetteville and beyond without losing the vibe that makes this place special, and what it takes to keep quality high while getting faster.Hungry yet? Check the hours, scan the menu, and plan your first visit or delivery. If you enjoy this conversation, subscribe, share it with a friend who loves great bread, and leave a quick review—what should they name their sourdough starter?

In June 2025, the Contact Lens Institute (CLI) published Digital Discovery: Consumer Searches Reveal Contact Lens Realities, a comprehensive look at how and why people are seeking more information about these products online.The report examines multiple aspects of search behaviors, culled from public data sources, primarily focused on the United States and Canada. These include diving into the most common contact lenses searches via Google and on other platforms.CLI data also sheds light on the most common questions that reveal patient challenges, suggesting that the contact lens community may benefit from increased focus on health and safety, cost, wear and care, and how brands differAs traditional digital search evolves with the adoption of AI platforms, CLI also investigated how common large language models such as ChatGPT, Copilot, and Gemini are handling contact lens queries. While steadily advancing, those technologies' abilities to provide the best sources of information are inconsistent, meaning that practitioners may want to have preemptive conversations about AI-generated results with patients who are likely usersAt Vision Expo West, this September, a panel of CLI Visionaries including Andrew Bruce, Dr. Jade Coats, and Jennifer Seymour discussed some of the important findings of the Digital Discovery report.A little bit about the speakers:Andrew Bruce, LDO, ABOM, NCLEM, FCLSA, is a licensed master optician and contact lens fitting specialist in Vancouver, Washington, and founder of ASB Opticianry Education Services. Jade Coats, OD, FAAO, is a nationally recognized optometrist from Bentonville, Arkansas, with clinical expertise in ocular surface disease, dry eye management, contact lenses, and perioperative care for premium cataract and refractive surgery. Jennifer Seymour, LDO, FCLSA, NCLEM, ABO-AC, AAS, is a Nevada Licensed Dispensing Optician, ABO-AC and NCLE-AC nationally certified. Her passion for fitting contact lenses came during her schooling for licensure, learning how contact lenses change patients' lives.Learn more about the Contact Lens Institute and the Digital Discovery Report:https://www.contactlensinstitute.org/resources/digital-search/Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review & share! http://www.aboutmyeyes.com/podcast/

In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we're up in Bentonville at Nosh Nola inside the Bentonville Brewing Company, talking with owner Hayne Begley. This location won't be his only spot for long as he's opening another one soon, he'll tell you about it, but first?!?! FOOD NEWS!! We have the results from the first ever Mac & Cheese Cook Off in Fayetteville at Brewski's! We'll hear from the winner. Viet Buffet is ALMOST open in Rogers! Potbelly and Sweetgreen are close to opening on the new Walmart campus. Fuego Tortilla Grill has announced their opening date for their much-anticipated Fayetteville restaurant! Pathway Café is coming to the area. We'll tell you what it is, and what it means for the area! The Bentonville Bulletin reports a new dog-friendly café is now open in Bentonville. Chug Soda Shop is now back to soda truck-only. Anime Café in Rogers has closed. Hayne Begley started Nosh Nola after moving up from Little Rock. His first food truck was the Delta Biscuit Company, and it was a favorite in Little Rock. However, food truck culture there isn't what it is here, so Hayne took the opportunity to move north, and away he went. How did he survive covid? With the help of celebrity chef Jose Andres... sort of. He'll explain. He'll also talk about his food. Did you know that they have the top-of-the-line tater tots? They spent a good amount of time tater tot testing – it's a real thing, and he'll tell you why they have tots. Makes perfect sense. And finally, he'll be opening another spot next year. He'll tell us where and much more. That's next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast!

Arkade, a 6,000 square foot technology greenhouse, opened in Bentonville, Arkansas, following a seven-figure investment from Spring Capital. The space provides collaborative work areas, event programming, and networking opportunities for startups, established brands, and investors in the food, retail, and supply chain industries. Arkade focuses on supporting growth-stage innovators and facilitating connections with regional expertise in retail and logistics. The initiative is managed by a global team and plans to host around 50 full-time members, with ongoing recruitment of technology startups to expand the community and partnerships.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matthew McConaughey has told stories that make us laugh, think and feel. But in this conversation with Walmart U.S. CEO John Furner, the actor and author of Poems & Prayers shares the one story that matters most — the one behind finding your own voice.  McConaughey visited Bentonville in early October to record a special episode of The Huddle to unpack how great stories connect us all. From growing up as the youngest at a table of big personalities to finding his own rhythm on screen, McConaughey shares what he's learned about timing, patience and learning to speak from the heart.  

We sat down with local food writer and curator Katie Robertson to chart Bentonville's rise as a destination for inclusive dining—with celiac-safe kitchens, vegan menus, and allergy-aware staff. Katie takes us behind the scenes of a movement powered by a growing population, deeper nutrition awareness, and Arkansas's agricultural backbone. We spotlight fully gluten-free breweries like Stoic Brews Alternative and bakeries like Sandi Sue's; and shout out to vegetarians with a variety of Southeast Asian cuisine, and the vegan scene gets a boost from Third Space Coffee's 100% vegan menu, plus unexpected menus like Pedaler's Pub and Sunny's with lots of tasty options.This episode can be paired nicely with our delicious food guide, prepared by Katie: https://www.visitbentonville.com/blog/stories/post/holiday-dining-in-bentonville-glutenfree-vegan-allergyfriendly/ A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

Happy November and welcome to EPISODE 100 of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast!!! I can't believe we're finally here!! I want to thank you all, and ask a small favor... Please tell a friend about us and our little podcast here. It's growing and we're thankful for everyone that listens and watches. Please subscribe and rate- can't wait to see where this thing is at episode 200! Today, we celebrate with tropical drinks behind an art gallery wall, as we're at Callisto in Bentonville and talking with the VERY engaging Gabe Barrett, who is part-owner and the beverage director, but before we talk with Gabe?!?! FOOD NEWS!!! Brewski's is holding a Mac & Cheese cookoff on Sunday. We'll tell you how to enter! Happy 1-year anniversaries to Magnolia House in Prairie Grove, Isabella's in Bentonville, and Gelatissimo in downtown Rogers. One of them is having a HUGER giveaway! Yankabilly Smokehouse and Casa Alejo are looking for new spots! Viet Buffet in Rogers has announced their opening date! We found where Chicken Headz is opening in Bentonville! We'll tell you where Desi Fusion is opening in Springdale The Windwood Missionary Baptist Church on Township has a new future, according to the Fayetteville City Lifestyle Magazine Last chance to get your tickets to the Kelham Wine dinner at Gaskins on Emma Bentonville's Callisto is a family affair. Gabe and Izaak Barrett came from the Phoenix area to start Callisto with their Uncle Braxton, who grew up in NWA. Gabe had an early introduction into what a speakeasy was, and it happened on accident on his 21st birthday. He'll tell you the story. Also, if you've been there, you know that you enter through an art gallery called the Midnight Gallery. It was almost something else, and Gabe will tell us how the speakeasy entry would have been different. Finally, Gabe will get into some elaborate drinks, including how they make their own non-alcoholic rum. That's episode 100, here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas.  

Information Whiskey strikes again! BIG NEWS: The Thaden Invasion is official—March 13-15, 2026 in Bentonville, Arkansas! Brian confesses his Sheppard Air conversion after weeks of IFR written torture ("The FAA told you to look at figure 71, but you have to memorize it's actually figure 24"), his wife solves compass errors in 8 seconds ("Here, idiot"), and Ted's fuel gauge crisis leads to the ultimate "It's Always Fuel" moment. Plus: Ben kills another twin, navigating without flight following during the shutdown, and why flying different planes makes you better.In this episode:

A Katrina-era detour turned a pre-med student into a chef, and her path led her to The Compton. We sit down with Chef Corrin Ellis, the executive chef behind The Compton's food and beverage program, to unpack how design, community, and local farms shaped a three-part culinary vision: a Tuscan-style steakhouse (Sestina), an all-day cafe with an Onyx collaboration (Field Notes), and an upscale cocktail lounge with sweeping square views (The Eddie). The Compton and all its spaces open in November 2025.Check out the website for more info, or to book your stay: The Compton | Official Site. Follow along on IG @TheComptonHotel, and on FB @TheComptonHotel.A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

If you've ever stared at a $6,000 unicorn behind glass and wondered how anyone actually tastes it, you'll feel right at home here. We pull back the curtain on a thriving Bentonville bourbon scene where access comes from community, not luck, complete with a speakeasy barn, disciplined barrel selections, and a 100-member club designed to share costs, spread knowledge, and raise glasses together.Mike Hodges walks us through building a space where bottle shares and curated tastings bring people together. He breaks down the math that turns a single $150 bar pour into an evening where twenty people sample multiple legendary bottles and enjoy dinner, all while learning their palates. Then JS Bull takes the baton, detailing how he structured a legally clean, no-profit bourbon club capped at 100 members so every barrel yields at least one bottle per person. Thanks to local relationships with major distilleries, the club's first-year lineup includes Weller Full Proof, Nashville Barrel Company Honey Cask, Rock Hill Farms private selection, and an Elijah Craig Barrel Proof that snaps from cinnamon candy to elegant oak.Along the way, we get practical: how real barrel picks differ from mailed vials, why you should smell everything before tasting barrel proof, how age and warehouse floors shape flavor, and what to do when a dusty cork disintegrates mid-pour. We also talk brand profile consistency versus single barrel uniqueness, how to avoid overpaying on the secondary market, and why the best bottles are often the ones you share.Pour something you're curious about and dive in with us. If this conversation sparks ideas or makes you rethink how you chase bottles, follow the show, share it with a bourbon-loving friend, and leave a quick review so more people can find it.

Welcome to this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, I'm John Engleman, thanks for being here! This week, we're at one of the most popular breweries in our area, Rendezvous Junction Brewing Company in Rogers where we're talking with Founder and Owner Mike Peerson and Head Brewer and COO Kenny Warden, but before we get to them?!? (*FOOD NEWS*) Mallory Files of the Ozark Charcuterie and Wine Bar BREAKS NEWS WITH US!! The Cellar on B Street opened last weekend Top Chef NWA took place on Saturday. We'll hear from the winner! Sugar Llama's opened over the weekend in downtown Rogers. We'll hear about their journey! Happy Anniversary to El Rey Bar and Grill and Pleasant Counter! We'll tell you all about Bistro 16's wine dinner and how you can score free tickets! The iconic Herman's Ribhouse is for sale. We'll hear why. The soon-to-open Sestina at the soon-to-open Compton Hotel in the Bentonville Square has named their chef! Sassafras Springs Winery has a gorgeous new spot on their premises The Dumont Creamery opened their doors in Bentonville this weekend Wright's Barbecue's Johnson location is close... VERY close to being done. Mike Peerson didn't start Rendezvous Junction at their current location. In fact, it started at the old Foster's Pint and Plate in Rogers... Of course, Foster's closed and that left them without a home and without folks to drink their beer. Who bought it during that time? We've interviewed them on here, so it won't be a surprise to many of you. In fact, Mike ended up taking one of his employees and now he's the head brewer and COO of the company, Ken Warden, who we'll be talking to as well. Mike and Ken will tell us how they got into beer, the successes and failures, and Mike talks about dying. Yes, he's officially died and been brought back. Some great stories- thanks for being with us here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas!

The 2025 Life Time Grand Prix finished with a bang thanks to a razor-thin margin in the men's field and a last-minute course change due to weather. Payson is joined by Paige Onweller to break down how it all played out. Paige was sidelined from the season after she was hit by a car a couple of months ago, but as a Bentonville resident, she knows the route better than anyone, including the pros who had planned to race the 100-mile route before it was scrapped for the completely different 50-mile route at the last minute. They talk about the many-sided tactical battle in the women's race and how wild card rider Cam Jones managed to outfox three-time Grand Prix champion Keegan Swenson and former WorldTour rider Simon Pellaud to take the series overall title. Spoiler alert: the fireworks started long before that bunch sprint for the finish. Plus, Paige talks about her injury and how she's hoping to turn the trauma of the accident into advocacy for rider safety on the roads. Instagram: @withpacepodcastYouTube: Payson McElveen Email: howdy@withpace.cc

We sit down with Luke Wetzel and Mollie Mullis to share how bonding over pizza led to the newest Bentonville hotspot, Townie Burgers & Bevvies. Hear about their roots and Luke's training under Alice Waters; and the influence on local, farm-to-table and seasonal sourcing. Get the scoop on your new favorite burger joint, and so much more--there's a huge patio, TVs, beer, cocktails, private room, inclusive menu for all diets and a welcoming spirt. "Come a stranger, leave a townie"! Follow at townieburgers.com and on Instagram at TownieBurgersandBevvies.You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.Find us at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our newsletter. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, X, and LinkedIn. You can listen to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Overcast, Spotify, CastBox, Podcast Casts, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, and Podcast Addict.

On today's show, we learn that a Lincoln High School teacher is being recognized for her efforts. We also hear about some new public art popping up in Bentonville. Plus, a roundup of the news from the Arkansas River Valley. 

In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we talk with Meredith Butler and Chef Mike Robertshaw of Pizzeria Ruby, where we go over SO much, including some breaking news, but before we get into them?? FOOD NEWS!!! It's Top Chef Week, and I'm giving away a pair of tickets. Learn how to enter! Three Arkansans will be competing at the International Championship Chili Cook-Off in Terlingua after qualifying in Prairie Grove this past weekend. The owners of Mermaids have a new event venue in Fayetteville and will be opening a new burger joint in the Mill District soon! Speaking of the Mill District, Arsaga's has closed. We'll tell you who's moving in. The Stonebreaker Hotel has a new executive chef. Faymosa has opened in the Fayetteville Square. Dave and Jenny Marrs will be opening a coffee and ice cream shop. We'll tell you where! Chef Mike Robertshaw and his partner Meredith Butler aren't from the area... in fact, they met in Seattle and they weren't from there either. Chef Mike will tell you about hanging out with some regulars at his restaurant there who happened to be in Pearl Jam and Soundgarden. Meredith will tell you her pizza crush, who I will tag when I post this. How did they end up in NWA, and what did they do once they got here? That's a good story. Also, they'll talk about how they prepared for Pizzeria Ruby having never worked in a pizza spot before. And finally, they're opening a spot called Pizza Lottie in Bentonville. MANY folks are curious about when it'll open. Chef Mike and Meredith will tell you when!! One note for you, there's some explicit language in this one, so earmuffs for the kids, OK?  Thanks for tuning in.

In this episode of The Consummate Athlete Podcast, Peter and Molly answer listener questions on: Our recent trip to Bentonville and Bentonville Lift serviced year-round Bike Park The trouble with fueling with whole foods or 'healthy' foods Trouble with getting started running Trouble hitting the same numbers on the indoor trainer, setting indoor thresholds

Listener Chris T. writes in with a powerful story about his WWII pilot grandfather, a 25-year-old discovery flight that ended in motion sickness, and the question: Is it too late to try again at 46? The crew tackles motion sickness remedies, finding the right CFI as a midlifer, and realistic training schedules for busy adults. Plus: Ben celebrates 28 years of marriage ("She's said 'You Are Right' twice—that's now a thing"), Ted does his first Special VFR, and the fly-in location may be shifting to Bentonville, Arkansas.In this episode:Chris T's story: His B-29 grandfather, motion sickness fears, and juggling four kids while chasing the aviation dreamMotion sickness reality check: "Habituation remains the most effective non-pharmacological method" - it gets better with timeThe secret: "I get motion sickness when the CFI has the controls, but when I have the controls, I don't" - your stomach needs warningFinding the right CFI as a midlifer: Why assertiveness levels matter and how to take control of your own trainingTraining schedules for busy adults: "Plan on one getting canceled every week" - fly 2-3 times weeklyBen's perfect weekend: Multi-engine training, fly fishing, charity golf tournament (came in 2nd!), and 28th anniversaryTed's first Special VFR: "Turn out whichever way you want" - getting the entire Delta to yourselfBrian flies to Alabama, shows his friend how beautiful the state really is (including seaplane runways)International Day of the Air Traffic Controller: Community members dropping off donuts and $500 in pizzasGreat wisdom:"Don't trust the CFI to guide you along—apply your midlife project management skills to your training""We definitely prefer straight information. My communication style is bullet points and curse words"Nathan Ballard on veteran students: "They all want right to the point direct feedback""That's not what we meant by power-off 180" - the compliment sandwichBen's marriage secret: "If you can make each other laugh, that's a big part of it"Fly-in update: Tango 82 is looking tough - considering Bentonville, Arkansas (VBT) with Fly Oz backcountry, grass strip, Frank Lloyd Wright house, and James Beard Award-winning chefs!Mentioned on the Show:8A1 - Guntersville Municipal Airport, Alabama - Seaplane baseVBT - Bentonville Municipal Airport - Proposed fly-in locationAR05 - Harris Field, Combs, Arkansas - 2,500' grass stripPDK - DeKalb-Peachtree Airport, AtlantaWDR - Barrow County Airport, Winder, GAXNA - Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport - Commercial airport near BentonvilleFly Oz - Backcountry flying experiences in BentonvilleGilbert Aviation - Erica Gilbert's IFR ground schoolSupport the Show:Patreon.com/MidlifePilotPodcast - Discord access & exclusive content including checkride debriefsMidlifePilotPodcast.com - Merch, feedback, and all things MLPLeave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts or email: midlifepilotpodcast@gmail.comyoutube.com/@midlifepilotpodcast - Live Mondays 8PM ET10% of Patreon proceeds support Freedom Aviation Network's anti-human trafficking effortsClosing wisdom: "Simulated engine failures: The only time your instructor smiles and you don't."Have motion sickness tips or CFI insights? Send us feedback at MidlifePilotPodcast.com

Today's guest Stand up comedian and owner of the Blue Ridge comedy club Shawn Carter. Hailing all he way from Bristol Tennessee we met Shawn a the Big Diamond Comedy Fest in Bentonville. He was kind enough to sit down and give us the scoop on owning a club, touring in comedy, the years it takes find your place and so much more. Go check out his comedy on all socials and if you are ever in the area go check out his club.    p.s. we had so much fun we forgot to do our job and get a photo together so here one of his photos    Links down below for all the goods. If you want behind the scenes and episodes 2 days early sign up for our Patreon it helps support the show in many ways.   As always thank you for listening.     Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/crashcast   YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/crashcast      Instagram https://www.instagram.com/crashcastpod/   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/crashcastpod   Twitter https://twitter.com/crashcastpod1   Tik Tok https://www.tiktok.com/@crash.cast   YouTube Episode https://youtu.be/3v3NjQjZuz8   Shawn Carter https://www.instagram.com/shawn_carter_comedy/   https://www.instagram.com/blueridgecomedy/  

At the UP.Summit in Bentonville, AR, Morgan Brennan speaks with CesiumAstro CEO Shey Sabripour and Trousdale Ventures founder Philip Sarofim about driving next-generation industrialization, advanced connectivity, dual-use innovation, and how hard tech is reshaping both defense and commercial markets—on Earth and in space. Plus, CesiumAstro just secured eight SpaceX rideshare missions starting in 2026, a major leap that will fast-track validation of its next-gen space communications technology and what it all means for the new space race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

At the UP.Summit in Bentonville, AR, Morgan Brennan speaks with CesiumAstro CEO Shey Sabripour and Trousdale Ventures founder Philip Sarofim about driving next-generation industrialization, advanced connectivity, dual-use innovation, and how hard tech is reshaping both defense and commercial markets—on Earth and in space. Plus, CesiumAstro just secured eight SpaceX rideshare missions starting in 2026, a major leap that will fast-track validation of its next-gen space communications technology and what it all means for the new space race. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

We're back from a couple weeks in Bentonville, so it's time to dig into the virtual mail bag and catch up on some reader questions.

Group Chat News is back with the hottest stories of the week including a recap from Walmart's Open call with Sneaker Steve and he has a HOT Ales Grey discount for the Kathys, Trump hits China with another 100% increase on tarriffs, Barron Trump may join the board of TikTok, The Cease fire in the middle east has started, consumers to slash holiday budget by 10%, and Nike shares earnings report plus much more! Ales Grey presale the White recycled version of the Frontline Pro. Use code " Group Chat " for a discount of 40% OFF.  https://www.alesgrey.com

Over the past handful of years, Dylan Johnson has emerged as one of the key voices in gravel through his YouTube channel, where he does deep dives on everything from drivetrain efficiency and crank length to tire size and science-backed training tips. At the same time, he's been rising through the ranks of gravel racing, competing in the Grand Prix every year and taking a top 10 at Unbound in 2025. This year, however, he was sidelined with a broken tibia after being hit by a truck just before the second round of the Grand Prix. Payson sat down with Dylan in Bentonville shortly before Little Sugar to talk about how his YouTube channel developed, how it fits in with his coaching business and training, and how much he's improved as a cyclist since his early days in collegiate racing. They also talk about his ongoing road to recovery after his injury and how the mental toll might be the toughest part of all. Instagram: @withpacepodcastYouTube: Payson McElveen Email: howdy@withpace.cc

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We're a day late because spam filters can really slow things down. This week, Patrick and Lori welcome Drew Medlock, the CEO of Allied Cycle Works in Bentonville, Arkansas. The international nature of the bike business has been thrown into turmoil by government tariffs and we wanted to talk to Drew as Allied has experience […]

Korey Herrera stops by and tells us about growing up on and still living on a reservation, the internal politics and traditions and how his background lead him to stand up.   ADAM'S TOUR DATES Port Charlotte, FL - 9/24-27 
 
 San Bernardino, CA - 9/28 
 
 Bentonville, AR - 10/4 
 Cambridge, MA October 9-10th 
 Rutherford, NJ - 11/14-15 
 
 Uncasville, CT - 11/20-22
 
 Ticket Links
 https://www.adamferrara.com/tourdates

Ben Michel is the founder and principal of Ridgeview Property Group, a real estate investment firm focused on value-add multifamily properties in the Twin Cities. After a decade as a multifamily broker, Ben transitioned into investing during the pandemic and has since grown Ridgeview's portfolio to $25 million in assets. He specializes in heavy-lift renovations using construction debt, transforming underperforming properties into long-term holds that generate stable returns.     Make sure to download our free guide, 7 Questions Every Passive Investor Should Ask, here.     Key Takeaways A decade as a broker provided Ben with credibility and deal-analysis skills that investors trusted. Raising capital requires confidence, credibility, and broad connections—not just a handful of close contacts. Expanding his outreach from 50 contacts to thousands transformed his ability to raise funds. Coaching and mentorship were critical for learning construction loans, renovations, and repositioning strategies. Long-term success depends on planning for market cycles with reserves, staggered debt maturities, and strong operations.     Topics From Broker to Investor Ten years as a multifamily broker built experience analyzing deals and observing operators. First investment came from converting a failed listing into a purchase with an investor partner during Covid. Early Capital Raising Lessons First deal funded by a single $1 million investor—a stroke of luck. Learned the hard way that a tiny investor list made future raises difficult. Expanded his outreach by adding thousands of past contacts to his newsletter, enabling a $2.2M raise. Mentorship and Scaling Immediately hired a mentor to learn construction debt, repositioning, and property branding. Shifted from “softball” deals to larger renovations requiring professional systems. Twin Cities Market Strategy Avoids restrictive areas like St. Paul (rent control) and focuses on stable suburbs. Considered Nashville and Bentonville but doubled down locally due to his network and knowledge. Value-Add Execution Renovates 1960s–70s properties with $18–25K per-unit budgets. Upgrades include flooring, cabinets, granite, stainless appliances, dishwashers, and modern lighting. Strategy creates long-term, easier-to-manage assets with better tenant profiles.    

In our latest Grand Prix recap, Payson takes a recovery spin with Melisa Rollins, who won the women's race solo and made the competition for the top spot in this year's standings even tighter. Then, he chats with Charlie and Steve, two friends who work for the Forest Service who were the last people to cross the finish line before the cutoff. But first, Payson crunches some numbers to see where things stand with the Grand Prix points and how he thinks the final two rounds in Bentonville might go down.Instagram: @withpacepodYouTube: Payson McElveen Email: howdy@withpace.cc

Adam is sick and so is the dog. Alex is taking care of the dog first.   Colin Chamberlin stops by and tells us about how shaving is a control issue for him. He also explains how his mother is being mysterious pallets of unknown stuff on line and he snaps in the middle of the interview when a deliver comes to the door and the dog goes nuts. We left it in for your enjoyment.  ADAM'S TOUR DATES Mesquite, NV - 9/19 
 
 Port Charlotte, FL - 9/24-27 
 
 San Bernardino, CA - 9/28 
 
 Bentonville, AR - 10/4 
 
 Rutherford, NJ - 11/14-15 
 
 Uncasville, CT - 11/20-22
 
 Ticket Links
 https://www.adamferrara.com/tourdates