Podcasts about Springdale

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Season 7 - Episode 8 — Join along as host Tim Kreger travels to Springdale Resort to sit with long time superintendent Mark Rogers. Listen in as Mark and Tim discuss Mark's interest in the game at an early age approximately seven miles from where he works today. The Carolinas GCSA is committed to provide its members with the opportunity to excel professionally and enhance the game of golf through responsible turfgrass management.

A little white lie ultimately led to Joe Wilson becoming a national hunting celebrity. As humble as he is, Joe would never agree to being referred to as a celebrity. Even so, hunters, anglers, chefs and backyard barbecue fanatics around the country know Joe Wilson as the man who founded the World Champion Squirrel Cookoff [WCSCO]. Held every year in Springdale, Arkansas this event attracts thousands of curious minds from all around the world. In this episode of the Ahi Va Podcast, Jesse Deubel sits down with Joe to discuss the creation story of this unique and inspiring annual gathering. Just as there is so much more to this event than cooking squirrels, there is a lot more to Joe Wilson's contributions to society than organizing the WCSCO.Jesse and Joe talk about the importance of embracing diversity while finding commonality with our neighbors. Joe provides the history of why he created the non-profit organization "Steaks 4 Sheepdogs." This, often comical conversation provides listeners with a glimpse into the interesting travels and unique culinary experiences Joe has amassed over the years. Those adventurous culinary exposures have resulted in some unique, award-winning cooking product offerings including Wilsonshire Sauce. When asked why he would make a new version of the classic, Worcestershire sauce Joe's answer came pretty easy. Worcestershire is too hard for people to pronounce. While his custom sauce and spices win barbecue contests all over the country, Joe wins the hearts and minds of everyone he meets. He meets many of those folks when they agree to be a guest on his wildly popular podcast, "Cooking up a Story." On his show, Joe and his comedic co-hosts provide people from all walks of life an opportunity to share their stories. Those stories elicit a broad and sometimes unexpected range of reactions including laughter, tears, anger, surprise and inspiration. One thing is always evident. Joe cares about people. He cares about helping people. He cares about helping people help other people. His compassion for fellow Americans coupled with his contagious positivity and unmatched sense of humor continue to attract attention. Next year anyone who tunes in to the Outdoor Channel/Sportsman Channel will have an opportunity to get to know more about this great man by watching his newest show, "Meet Joe Wilson." Until then, I hope this episode of the Ahi Va podcast provides you with an entertaining introduction to this truly special person. Enjoy the listen!     

On today's show, we learn that a cadre of city employees, grassroots organizations, and motivated individuals are working together to expand public transit services in Fayetteville. We also hear that next month, an ambitious original work of heaven, angels and morality is on stage in Springdale. Plus, we share live music happenings for your weekend.

In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas Podcast, we're in Bentonville at Turnbuckle Farm with the dynamic duo of Melissa & Adam Milsap, who have a great story to tell, but before thy do?!?! FOOD NEWS! Gaskins Trattoria officially opens TODAY! We'll hear from owners Lisa Provencio-Jones and Bert Jones. 4 Benton County restaurants will be on Guy Fieri's Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives next month! La Cabanita will soon open in downtown Springdale. We'll hear from one of the owners. KAI will take Wasabi's former spot on Dickson Street in Fayetteville. The new La Familia Taco drive-thru in Farmington is CRUSHING. Siloam Springs is getting Indian Food! Made Market in Rogers made an announcement over the weekend. We'll tell you what it is! A local restaurant group has diversified their portfolio in a big way. We'll tell you about Red Light Retreat and who owns it! A Woodstone Craft Pizza Chef can win a BIG contest with your vote. Happy 5 years to Rendezvous Junction Brewing Company, as they turned 5 this weekend! Speaking of Rendezvous, in this week's Flavors Flashback, we go back to last year's podcast with them and hear about Owner Mike Peerson health problems before they opened. They were worse than you could imagine. Adam and Melissa Milsap grew up in Springfield, Missouri, got married there and started urban farming there in what wasn't a good place. In fact, it was the 2nd worst area in Springfield, and at times could be dangerous. You'll hear the story about how the community and the city gathered and rallied for them to be able to change the area into a farm! And how did they end up in Northwest Arkansas? It's hard to leave a place you love, especially one that's been home for your whole life. They'll tell the story. They'll talk about how they found their land in Bentonville-or Bentonvista as they call it. And on the food side? We'll hear what they're growing, and also? They have a Chef-driven food truck on-site, and it's popular. I think I know why, as I had an all-local egg and chorizo biscuit from there and it was an absolute flavor-bomb. Chef Simon talks about that in the food segment, as well as chef dinners there. In the creek. True story, and you'll hear all about it from them next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast.  

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Father Stephen discusses our alienation from our humanity, and how the Orthodox Church is positioned. Live Q&A with Fr. Stephen and Fr. Andrew follows. Recorded at the 2026 Parish Life Conference of the Antiochian Diocese of Miami and the Southeast, June 10-13, 2026 in Springdale, AR.

In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we're at the Vagabond Coffee Bar in Bella Vista talking with co-owner/operator J.W. Gerike and his awesome story, but before we talk to him?!? FOOD NEWS!! We're heading into the final weekend of Fayetteville Restaurant Week Art of Wine is this Friday and bigger than ever! The Muse is a new cocktail bar in downtown Fayetteville. If you're a good salsa-maker, do I have a competition for you at Brewski's! Longtime Herman's Ribhouse stalwart has opened Possum Creek Bistro food truck There's a new restaurant at Prairie Creek Marina. We'll tell you about Yaya's Waterside! Bella Vista has a new bottle shop! We'll hear from the owner of the Little Bear Café. Dum & Grill is up and rolling in Bentonville. There will be 2 new restaurants in the new Visionaries building in Rogers. Bites & Bowls is downsizing in Springdale. Los Compas Margaritatown is going back to their roots... soon. Kung Fu Tea's location in Rogers is for sale. A pizza place on Dickson Street has shut down. Happy anniversary to La Favorita in Siloam, The Blind Bear in downtown Springdale, and Pizzeria Ruby in Johnson! Speaking of Pizzeria Ruby, in this week's Flavors Flashback, we go back to our podcast with them last October where they talked about getting the doors open 5 years ago. Sidenote for you, there's some salty language in this Flashback, so earmuffs for the kids!!!. Speaking of Covid, that changed the career trajectory for JW Gerike. By trade, he was a physical therapist in Ft. Worth, but Covid hit, and his hours weren't conducive to family life. Hear him talk about why he picked coffee. What were his first steps? Have you seen his 1979 Peugeot Coffee Van? Funny story about how he acquired that. At least he can laugh about it now. Speaking of, once getting established, he got some pretty cool gigs in Texas, including supplying coffee on a movie set. You won't believe which one. And then, the move to Bella Vista. How did they find it, and why did they make the move? And finally, after a very popular trailer at Tanyard Creek, they open a storefront. Some great stories coming your way in this edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast!

On today's show, we learn how Parents Left Behind provides help after the loss of a child. Plus, author Stephen Koch discusses his book, which spotlights Arkansas women musicians, singers and songwriters. We also hear about a local play coming to Springdale.

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It's Friday so we get ready for the weekend with our Friday Five Gratitude, Family Fun Calendar, Plugged in Movie Review, and a Positive Difference story about some spunky seniors in Springdale who have created quite the community!

Father Andrew presents on the current Orthodox convert surge. How do we understand and address it? Live Q&A with Fr. Andrew and Fr. Stephen follows. Recorded at the 2026 Parish Life Conference of the Antiochian Diocese of Miami and the Southeast, June 10-13 in Springdale, AR.

Well hello there, and 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 in downtown Rogers at Nola's Pantry where we talk with owner Alicen Rumsey and her daughter Melanie Keller, but before we sit with them?!?! FOOD NEWS!! Theo's has announced that they're closing their Rogers location. The artist formerly known as Bistro 16 in Springdale has announced that they'll be moving in. We hear about it from both owners. Speaking of Theo's, their owner is now the operator on The Leroy in Fayetteville. We'll hear what that means. The AQ Chicken House soft opens today. We'll hear about perfecting recipes with a few of their co-owners. Dixieland Crossing in Rogers had 2 new restaurants open this week! BITE at the Ramble in Fayetteville happens this Friday! Vagabond Coffee has announced the grand opening date for their brick and mortar! Happy 79th birthday to a true mainstay, Venesian Inn! Happy third anniversary to the Mad Rooster Beer Company! We've gotten word of when Fossil Cove's new spot in South Fayetteville hopes to open! Happy two-year anniversary to Gaskins on Emma! Hear why they originally didn't open their doors on time in today's Flavors Flashback! Absolute madness! Speaking of Gaskins, they're only a few weeks away from opening Gaskins Trattoria in downtown Springdale! Emilia's Kitchen in Fayetteville has closed. We'll tell you why. Alicen Rumsey started Nola's Pantry because of a hot sauce. Well, not really, but it prompted something in her, and she grew the idea further to open a specialty food store. That's not what it is now, but Alicen will explain that pivot. Speaking of that, if you look on their menu, you'll see influence of Alicen's daughter Melanie, who you'll also hear from. Finally, Alicen is a tweaker – no, not that kind, but she'll talk about the advantages and disadvantages of... tweaking. That and MUCH MORE is next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas.

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Big K Hour 03: Could a potential data center in Springdale economically and environmentally harm its residents? full 1599 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:03:12 +0000 XfLheXaLTfdVkBqZR9OL92DX1Beeeany news The Big K Morning Show news Big K Hour 03: Could a potential data center in Springdale economically and environmentally harm its residents? The Big K Morning Show 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

In today's episode 140 of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we talk with Henry Francis of Evergreen Pasture & Provisions- what a story they have... but before we sit with Henry?!?! FOOD NEWS!!! Emma's Market & Bottle Shop is open in downtown Springdale! We'll hear from the owners. Dave's Hot Chicken opened in Rogers to a HUGE line, and a guys taking he Reaper Challenge. Bless him! The gluten-free bakery Dempsey Bakery opened Monday in Fayetteville. We'll tell you about it! According to the Fayetteville Flyer, Gusano's is coming to the East side of Fayetteville. We'll tell you where! Today's your last chance to win some fine whiskeys, benefitting Lifeline NWA. A new dumpling and ramen restaurant is coming to Rogers! Happy 14th, Fossil Cove!! Foghorns in Springdale has closed their doors. In Today's Flavors Flashback, we hear from Owner & Executive Chef of Mezzaluna, Soerke Peters. In 1990, he was the executive chef for the World's Fair in Russia and Siberia. The stories in that podcast are some of the best that we've ever had... one of the best ones was about his plane ride from Munich, Germany to Russia. Henry & Kylee Francis own Evergreen Pasture & Provisions. They started by selling their beef at the Fayetteville Farmer's Market and were overwhelmed by the response they were getting. Since then? They've opened a storefront in the gorgeous Berryville Square, where they sell regional goods including some from local producers. And now? Delivery to most of Northwest Arkansas, with all coming shortly. We'll hear how Henry and Kylee met, how they ended up in Berryville, and how you can get your product on their shelves. That's next, here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas. Please like and subscribe!!

In this episode of the District 3 Podcast, host Irvin sits down with Joselyn Martinez, a Behavioral Health Technician at Pediatrics Plus, for an insightful conversation about supporting neurodivergent children and helping them build the skills they need to become more independent and confident in everyday life.Joselyn shares how the team at Pediatrics Plus uses a personalized, compassionate approach through services such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and other therapies to help children reach their full potential. She also discusses the unique challenges many immigrant families face when seeking support for neurodivergent children, including cultural stigmas surrounding diagnosis and treatment, and why education, understanding, and community support are so important.The conversation also highlights the exciting new Pediatrics Plus Farm opening soon in Springdale—a one-of-a-kind environment where pediatric therapy meets nature. Designed as a functional, sensory-rich space, the farm combines ABA, Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), and Speech Therapy (ST) with hands-on experiences like gardening, cooking, outdoor play, animal interaction, and social engagement. From the farmhouse and greenhouse to the barn, gardens, and chicken coop, every part of the farm has been intentionally created to help children learn, grow, and develop life skills through exploration, movement, and fun.Tune in to hear how innovative therapy programs, community partnerships, and family support are creating new opportunities for neurodivergent children to thrive.Listen now and learn how Pediatrics Plus is helping children build brighter futures—one skill, one experience, and one success at a time.

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Send us Fan MailMost people who write a book are terrified when it comes out. Angela was, too the first time. And the second time, she was more settled but still working through it. This time? Something is genuinely different. And that difference is kind of the whole point of the book itself.The Invisible Edge is Angela's third book, and it is a leadership fable five fictional business owners, one executive coach, and a mastermind that slowly unpacks the hidden beliefs each of them has been carrying since long before they ran a company. The premise sounds familiar if you have been around this podcast for a while: the seven core limiting beliefs, the nervous system, the idea that what fuels your success might also be what quietly makes that success unsustainable. But the format is completely different -- it is a story, not a framework, and it was designed to make the Traveling Light concepts feel more like something you can inhabit rather than something you have to study. In this episode, we dig into:What it actually feels like to release a book from a nervous system that is no longer activatedWhy Angela thought she would never be type-A driven again after doing the belief work -- and what happened insteadThe two and a half years these characters spent wandering around in her head before hitting the pageHow the five fictional businesses each serve as a metaphor for one of the seven core limiting beliefsWhat changed between Be Freaking Awesome, Traveling Light, and this one -- and why it matters for readers of all threeSami and Angela also get into the rabbit-trail energy that makes this podcast what it is (yes, they fact-checked whether car ozone sensors are real mid-episode -- they are), the story of a family that passed Traveling Light between three generations, and what Angela is building toward as she looks ahead to book four and the ten-year anniversary of Be Freaking Awesome.If you have ever wondered what it looks like to actually integrate the internal work -- not just learn it, not just teach it, but live inside it -- this episode is a really good window into that. Angela is not performing calm. She is calm. And the difference is worth hearing.Press play right now. Not because it is a book launch, but because this is one of those conversations that will make you think about your own check engine light -- and whether you have just been driving around with it on.Mentioned in this episode:The Invisible Edge by Angela Belford -- bfreakingawesome.com/the-invisible-edge-preorder and on Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart.com, and Target.com (paperback and hardcover available)Traveling Light by Angela Belford -- amazon.com/dp/0999186221Be Freaking Awesome by Angela Belford -- available on AmazonAngela Belford -- angelabelford.comRelated episodes:EP95 -- Limiting Beliefs and the Nervous System Toolbox: The foundational episode for understanding the seven core beliefs that every character in The Invisible Edge is working through.EP144 -- How Thoughts Create Feelings: Angela breaks down the belief replacement framework that becomes the teaching methodology in the book.EP207 -- The Inner Critic: The book's characters are all navigating some version of the inner critic -- this episode is the deep-dive companion.EP178 -- Workaholism and Core Beliefs: Angela and guest Moyra Gorski explore how "I have what it takes" gets weaponized as workaholism -- directly relevant to the subtitle of The Invisible Edge.The 3rd Annual Family Business Forum is May 19 in Springdale, AR. A day built for family-owned businesses who want to communicate better, lead stronger, and actually enjoy working together. Sessions on communication, AI, and high performance, plus a panel, awards, and networking. Early bird tickets are $75 through April 30, then the price goes up. Grab your spot before May 1 at familybusinessnow.com. Support the showSign up at bfreakingawesome.com to get the latest news, insights, and episodes straight to your inbox.Follow Be Freaking Awesome on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and Instagram.Let us know what questions you want to be answered and discussed by emailing us at podcast@bfreakingawesome.com.

So today we're shining a light on an organization that's doing something truly powerful with bikes. Pedal It Forward is a non-profit organization that takes donated bicycles, refurbishes them with the help of volunteer mechanics, and places them in the hands of people who need them. Kids, adults, families, veterans, folks in recovery, people getting back on their feet, anyone who could use the freedom and opportunity a bike provides. They've got locations in Bentonville, Rogers, and Springdale. Read the full post at http://RunningAFEVER.com/470  

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Live from Zion Canyon Mesa in Springdale, Corey Flintoff joins us to discuss coverage of the war in Iran, international reporting, and the effects of the war in Ukraine.

In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas Podcast, we're in Rogers at Toot Beirut talking with Owner & Chef Khalid Alkatib and Manager Tony Van Waning, but before we hear from them?!?! FOOD NEWS!!! Memo's Taco Shop is coming to Springdale! We'll tell you where! Las Palmas on Sunset has closed, but it's only temporary. We'll tell you why! Say goodbye to Applebee's in Springdale. It's a wrap for Feltner's Watta Burger. Taste of Rogers happens this week. We'll tell you when! Strawberry Fest happens this weekend in downtown Fayetteville! Bites on B Street happens Saturday in Bentonville. We'll tell you about it! In this week's Flavors Flashback, we hear from Paula Jo Chitty Henry about starting the first food truck in Bentonville. You know it as Crepes Paulette! Khalid Alkatib is from a family of restauranteurs. He moved to Northwest Arkansas and immediately opened a restaurant, where he prides himself on the authenticity of their Middle Eastern food. How did he end up in NWA? Oh, and do you want to see something impressive? Look at their google reviews. Few in our area can boast what they've got. He'll talk about the early days of putting together the menu as well as what's most popular on it. We hear from Khalid Alkatib and Toot Beirut Manager Tony Van Waning next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast.

Send us Fan MailThere's a season in life where everything you've been leaning on just... isn't there anymore. The neighbor moves. The sister takes a second job. The husband travels. The parents are across the ocean. And you're standing in the middle of what feels like a very loud, very clear message that you are on your own. What do you do with that?Angela and I have been circling this topic from a few different directions over the past several months, through disappointment, expectations, friendships, and this week it all converged in one conversation. Stoicism, Mel Robbins' Let Them Theory, Tara Brach's Radical Acceptance. Three different sources, same essential truth: there is a kind of freedom that only becomes available when you stop spending energy trying to control what you were never going to be able to control anyway. And the equally important flip side, that accepting what someone else does is not the same as condoning it. In this episode, we dig into:Why acceptance takes more courage than fighting, and why it's not the same as giving upThe "let them / let me" two-step, and why skipping the second part is where things go sidewaysHow stoicism has been quietly showing up in Angela's life for years, especially after a trip to AthensThe connection between forgiving someone and not drinking poison yourselfHow to set limits on someone without needing to be furious to do itSami shares the Christmas story (yes, that Christmas story, two separate years, no gift, being sent to find it herself) and what finally shifted when she stopped trying to orchestrate a different outcome. Angela gets into the roots of stoicism, Marcus Aurelius, Ryan Holiday, and why the ancient philosophers weren't telling us to feel nothing, they were telling us to stop white-knuckling every wave. The image we kept coming back to: you don't get less battered in the storm by having a smaller boat. You get a bigger one.You can influence people. You can guide them, persuade them, set limits with them, and reach agreements with them. What you cannot do is control what they do. And the most exhausting part of trying is that it doesn't work — and it costs you, every single time. This episode is permission to put that particular weight down. Not because it doesn't matter. Because you matter more.Press play. Especially if you've been white-knuckling something lately and you're starting to suspect it's wearing you out.Mentioned in this episode:The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins: https://www.melrobbins.com/book/the-let-them-theory/Radical Acceptance by Tara Brach: https://www.tarabrach.com/books/radical-acceptance/The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan HolidayThe Daily Stoic by The 3rd Annual Family Business Forum is May 19 in Springdale, AR. A day built for family-owned businesses who want to communicate better, lead stronger, and actually enjoy working together. Sessions on communication, AI, and high performance, plus a panel, awards, and networking. Early bird tickets are $75 through April 30, then the price goes up. Grab your spot before May 1 at familybusinessnow.com. Support the showSign up at bfreakingawesome.com to get the latest news, insights, and episodes straight to your inbox.Follow Be Freaking Awesome on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and Instagram.Let us know what questions you want to be answered and discussed by emailing us at podcast@bfreakingawesome.com.

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In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we're at Patrick's in Springdale talking with owner Kesha Henderson-Wilson, but before we hear from her?!?! FOOD NEWS!! It's @NWABurgerWeek! Cable Car Pizza will be opening in a familiar spot in Fayetteville. Sweet Paris Creperie and Café is soft opening in Rogers. The Piehouse Bakery in Bentonville had a BIG win recently! We'll hear from owner Lisa Sohl! We'll tell you about the Taste of Rogers! The Fayetteville Strawberry Festival is back, and it's packed with entertainment! Happy anniversary to Onyx in Downtown Springdale and Dodo Coffee! In today's Flavors Flashback, we hear from Café Rue Orlean's Co-owner Maudie Schmitt about opening 25 years ago! Kesha Henderson-Wilson grew up in the restaurant business... in fact, it's the business that she runs today at Patrick's Burgers in Springdale. Long known as a great, no cutting corners burger place, it's what's gotten them to 55 years in business, almost an impossible feat. Kesha will tell us about that... and did you know that it was originally something else? Well, they still made burgers, though... And how did she get the baton passed to her to take it over?  And what is their entry into this week's NWA Burger week? We're talking burgers and history next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast.

In this episode of District 3 Podcast, we sit down with Miguel—a Northwest Arkansas-based photographer whose eye for detail and creative vision set him apart. From capturing striking visuals to dreaming up future projects, Miguel shares what inspires his work and where he hopes to take his craft next.We dive into his artistic process, the stories behind some of his favorite shots, and the kinds of collaborations he's eager to explore. Miguel also brings his talent to the runway, working as a photographer for the Bentonville Fashion Show, adding another layer to his growing creative portfolio.Beyond the camera, Miguel is also a familiar face behind the bar at Taco Loco in Springdale, where his personality and presence have made him a local favorite.Whether you're into photography, creativity, or just hearing the journey of someone carving out their path, this episode is packed with insight, ambition, and a few good stories along the way.

Send us Fan MailYou've thought about it. Maybe more than once. Maybe every time things get heavy and you tell yourself "I should really talk to someone." But then life picks back up and you don't. This episode is for you.Sami and Angela dig into the part nobody really talks about when it comes to therapy: how do you actually find a good one? Not just "any therapist," but one who works the way your brain works, who fits your situation, and who you can afford. They've both been in therapy. They've had mediocre experiences and transformative ones. And they have some very specific thoughts about what makes the difference, starting with what's on a therapist's website.In this episode, they get into:Why Cognitive Behavioral Therapy alone may leave you feeling like nothing really changedWhat Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method actually are, and why Angela thinks they're rock-solid scienceHow to use a therapist's practice as a resource even if you don't share them with a friend or partnerReal options for making therapy affordable, including income-qualified practices and university student therapistsThe tiny baby step they're inviting you to take this week (it does not involve calling anyone)Angela shares her own history with the U of A counseling center—one great experience, one mediocre one—and explains exactly what she looks for on a therapist's website before she'd ever recommend them. Sami makes the case that therapists, like coaches, operate from a place of collaboration, not competition. There are so many people who need support and so few ways to get it that a good therapist will help you find a fit even if that fit isn't them.If you've been sitting on the idea of therapy, this episode gives you permission to start small. You don't have to call. You don't have to book. You just have to look. That's the whole invitation. And sometimes that one tiny step is the one that actually changes everything.Press play. Seriously.Mentioned in this episode:Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT): https://iceeft.comThe Gottman Method: https://gottman.comFind a Gottman-trained therapist: https://gottmanreferralnetwork.comFind an EFT therapist: https://directory.iceeft.comUniversity of Arkansas Counseling & Psychological Services: https://uacaps.uark.eduThe 3rd Annual Family Business Forum is May 19 in Springdale, AR. A day built for family-owned businesses who want to communicate better, lead stronger, and actually enjoy working together. Sessions on communication, AI, and high performance, plus a panel, awards, and networking. Early bird tickets are $75 through April 30, then the price goes up. Grab your spot before May 1 at familybusinessnow.com. Support the showSign up at bfreakingawesome.com to get the latest news, insights, and episodes straight to your inbox.Follow Be Freaking Awesome on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and Instagram.Let us know what questions you want to be answered and discussed by emailing us at podcast@bfreakingawesome.com.

Kesha Wilson, owner of Patrick's Burgers in Springdale, grew up in the restaurant she now runs. First opened by her grandparents, then by her parents, Kesha is a third-generation slinger of the finest burgers in Northwest Arkansas. In this episode, hear her discuss her upbringing, the restaurant, and why she loves doing what does. Give it a listen, it's a good one. #burgers #patricksburgersspringdale #patricksburgers #beef #beeftallow #fries #milkshakes #malts #peanutbutter #bigfoot 

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Send us Fan MailYou have a problem. Maybe a big one. And you keep staring at it like if you think hard enough, the answer will finally show up. But here's what nobody tells you: most problems aren't actually complicated. They're just missing one of three things.This week, Sami and Angela break down a surprisingly simple framework that cuts through the overwhelm and gets you to the actual question you should be asking. Whether you're drowning in logistics, exhausted from carrying everything alone, or watching your bank account and your to-do list fight for your attention, the answer is almost always one of three things: money, time, or community. In this episode, we dig into:A practical framework for diagnosing what your problem actually needsWhy building community isn't a nice-to-have, it's a literal survival strategyPermission to spend money on a problem when money is actually the answerHow to be more intentional with each resource so you're not running on emptyWhat to do when two values you hold (hello, community and saving money) pull in opposite directionsAngela tells the story of the day Sami called her in a panic, pregnant with her second baby, toddler underfoot, husband out of town, and closing on a house in 21 days. The framework wasn't just helpful in that moment. It was the thing that made the chaos manageable. And Sami shares how she and her husband have started running real-time decisions through it, like choosing to go out to dinner with their kids' friends' family even when they'd committed to tightening up the budget, because they know how their own flowchart goes.They also get real about the things this framework doesn't fix, such as the privilege required to access money or community, the seasons of life when none of the three resources feel available, and the role of energy as a quiet fourth variable nobody talks about. This isn't a tidy episode. It's an honest one.If you've been spinning on a problem lately, this episode is going to reframe the whole thing. Press play.The 3rd Annual Family Business Forum is May 19 in Springdale, AR. A day built for family-owned businesses who want to communicate better, lead stronger, and actually enjoy working together. Sessions on communication, AI, and high performance, plus a panel, awards, and networking. Early bird tickets are $75 through April 30, then the price goes up. Grab your spot before May 1 at familybusinessnow.com. Support the showSign up at bfreakingawesome.com to get the latest news, insights, and episodes straight to your inbox.Follow Be Freaking Awesome on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and Instagram.Let us know what questions you want to be answered and discussed by emailing us at podcast@bfreakingawesome.com.

About the Show:"I've never pivoted so much. Not even when I play post on pickup basketball do I pivot this much and this hard." – Blanca MaldonadoBlanca Maldonado and Danielle Reynolds are back. If you caught their first appearance on I Am Northwest Arkansas® back in 2022, you already know these two are something special. A lot has changed since then — and in the best possible way.In this episode, host Randy Wilburn sits down with the duo behind Sugar Apple Co. for a real, unfiltered conversation about what it actually takes to grow a small food business in Northwest Arkansas. We're talking Rice Krispie Treats — handmade, delicious, and now the centerpiece of a brand that's been tested, pivoted, and built with intention. Blanca and Danielle open up about customer feedback that changed their direction, creative marketing on a budget, the honest truth about shipping experiments, and what resilience really looks like when you're building something from scratch.From pop-up events to a direct-to-consumer website, Sugar Apple Co. is proof that staying nimble and knowing your customer can take you further than any business plan.If you love entrepreneurship, food, and stories of people betting on themselves — this one's for you. Pull up your favorite podcast app and give this episode a listen today.Key Takeaways:Pivot Often and Stay Open: Blanca Maldonado and Danielle Reynolds show how adapting to customer needs and market feedback led to Rice Krispie treats becoming their signature and most successful product.Community Matters: Support from local mentors, colleagues, and places like Hill City Popcorn, Pearl's Books, local commercial kitchens, and the Fayetteville Public Library made a big difference in their journey.Know Your Strengths: The Sugar Apple Co partnership works because each person stays in their own lane—Danielle focuses on food science and numbers, and Blanca takes on marketing and outreach.Test and Learn: Market research doesn't have to cost thousands. The team used social media and QR codes to get quick, valuable data straight from real customers.Dream Big, Start Small: Sugar Apple Co is aiming for national distribution, but they're building a solid foundation with direct-to-consumer sales, niche markets like runners and bikers, and steady local support first.Insider Tips: Hear shipping hacks, why quality and shelf-stable products are important for scaling, and how even a failed business attempt can spark a future win.All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Sugar Apple Treats – Shop online (Use code IAMNWA for a special discount!)Sugar Apple Treats on InstagramSugar Apple Treats on LinkedInPearl's Books – Fayetteville, AR bookstoreFossil Cove Brewing Co – Fayetteville, ARTwo Friends Bookstore – Bentonville, ARHill City Popcorn – Fayetteville, ARThe Momentary – Bentonville, ARSpring Kitchen – Commercial kitchen in Springdale, ARFayetteville Public Library – Studio and kitchen resourcesFindItNWA.com NWA's Hyperlocal Business DirectoryThis episode is sponsored by*Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"*Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks.Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest ArkansasMentioned in this episode:Signature Bank of Arkansas "Community Banking at its Best!"FindItNWA.comLooking to discover the best local businesses in Northwest Arkansas?

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WE'RE TALKING CHAMPAGNE TODAY!!! Sidenote: I've got on my NWA Burger Week t-shirt – You'll find out more about NWA Burger Week this Friday as we sit with the founder and organizer, Joseph Nguyen who you know as @hangrypedalernwa on Instagram. But today, we're in Bentonville at Muselet, talking with Owner, Executive Chef and Champaign King Aaron Walters, but before we hear form Aaron?? FOOD NEWS!! The World Food Championships happened this weekend at Brightwater. The winner took home $100,000 and almost didn't finish his final plate! We have the VIDEO!! A new Cajun grocery & gift spot opened in Springdale this weekend. We'll tell you about Down the Bayou. There's a new breakfast & lunch spot in Rogers. We'll talk about Velvet Sunrise. Siplab in Bentonville opened their doors to a crowd on Sunday morning! Amorino Gelato is officially open! Home Brewers battled it out at Bentonville Brewing on Saturday to benefits the NWA Women's Shelter. It's almost Chefs' Night for No Kid Hungry – you can still get tickets! Aaron Walters owns and operates Muselet Champagne Bar on 5th Street in Bentonville. An Arkansas native, he talks about how he got into food, because he became a chef before getting into the finer points of Champagne. In fact,  he was a private chef for some pretty important people. What's it like being a private chef in Hawaii? Aaron's got some stories. Also, what got him into Champagne, and how many do they stock at Muselet? We talk wine, other beverages, and a delicious food menu in this episode of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas.

Send us Fan MailYou didn't do anything wrong. Your brain just got there first.That's the thing about automatic negative thoughts: they don't wait for evidence. They don't ask permission. Something happens, and before you've had a single conscious thought about it, your brain has already decided: of course this went sideways. Nobody ever comes through. Something is wrong with me. And then you feel bad about feeling bad, which is its own whole thing.In this episode, Sami and Angela wrap up an accidental three-part series on how your brain actually works, following conversations on metacognition and cognitive distortions, by landing on the concept that ties it all together. We dig into:What an automatic negative thought actually is (and why it's not the same as pessimism)Where these thoughts come from and what seeds themWhy "just choose a better thought" is not as easy as it sounds (and what to do instead)How to recognize when your brain is jumping to a conclusion that isn't yoursWhat it actually looks like to interrupt the pattern without judging yourself for having itAngela breaks down how these thoughts grow from deeper core beliefs, the weed whacker vs. the root analogy is going to stick with you. Sami brings her factory metaphor to explain why the machine itself shapes the output, and why understanding that changes everything. They also talk about the spotlight effect, a story about a speaker who got a standing ovation and still thought she bombed, and the one thing that actually interrupts an automatic negative thought in someone else.You're going to walk away with language for something you've probably experienced a hundred times and never had a name for. That's half the work. Once you can call it out, you're already ahead of it.Press play. Your brain is not broken. It's just been running the same loop for a while, and this episode is a good place to start changing that.Mentioned in this episode:The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk - besselvanderkolk.comAtlas of the Heart by Brene Brown - brenebrown.com/book/atlas-of-the-heartBe Freaking Awesome by Angela Belford - bfreakingawesome.comLoving What Is by Byron Katie (The Work / four questions) -- thework.comThe 3rd Annual Family Business Forum is May 19 in Springdale, AR. A day built for family-owned businesses who want to communicate better, lead stronger, and actually enjoy working together. Sessions on communication, AI, and high performance, plus a panel, awards, and networking. Early bird tickets are $75 through April 30, then the price goes up. Grab your spot before May 1 at familybusinessnow.com. Support the showSign up at bfreakingawesome.com to get the latest news, insights, and episodes straight to your inbox.Follow Be Freaking Awesome on Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and Instagram.Let us know what questions you want to be answered and discussed by emailing us at podcast@bfreakingawesome.com.

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In this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, we're at the Honeycomb Kitchen Shop in downtown Rogers talking with their wine shop director & Ryn bartender Ryan Kalkwarf. We'll be talking about his path to wine, and then, we'll be trying some of his current favorites, so get your notepad ready – but before we talk to Ryan?!?! FOOD NEWS!!! Cura Osteria has passed all of their tests, and gotten permits! They open.... VERY soon! Kilroy Public House officially opens... VERY soon!! Big Daddy's Burgers announced their grand opening for May 1st- we'll tell you when they soft open! It's going to be a big weekend for Down the Bayou in Springdale. We'll hear from owner Shane Acosta. Siplab opens Saturday- we'll tell you about their deals. The 2nd annual Chef's Dinner benefitting No Kid Hungry is going to be HUGE. Get tickets before you can't. We'll tell you how to get them. On this week's Flavors Fashback, we hear how Executiver Chef Sam Walker ended up at Gaskins! Honeycomb Kitchen Shop and Ryn's Ryan Kalkwarf has been in the restaurant food and beverage game for a long time around the US. He'll talk about becoming a chef and what inspired him to get involved with wine. He'll also talk about wine trends, and we'll talk about the future of wine, and how the next generations are approaching it. Also, we'll taste a few trendy wines, and Ryan will give us the low-down on those on this edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas Winecast!

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About the Show:"It's not a lack of food problem. You know, our country has an abundance of food. It's getting that food to the people that need it." – Chef Sam WalkerHunger doesn't take a day off.For millions of children across the United States—and right here in Arkansas—food insecurity is a daily reality that shapes everything from how well a child sleeps to how clearly they think in school to how much hope they carry into their future.On this episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas®, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Chef Sam Walker, the chef and owner of Gaskins on Emma in downtown Springdale, to talk about one of the most urgent and quietly persistent challenges facing our communities: making sure every child has enough to eat.Sam's journey from growing up in Little Rock to building a restaurant rooted in hospitality and belonging has given him a front-row seat to both the power of food and the pain of its absence—and he's decided to do something about it.Chef Sam Walker is the kind of cook who understands that food is never just food.It is connection, dignity, memory, and care—all served on a single plate.In this conversation, Sam opens up about how his love for the culinary craft has always been inseparable from his love for people and why that philosophy has drawn him into the fight against childhood hunger in a deep and personal way.From the growing culinary renaissance reshaping Springdale and Northwest Arkansas into a legitimate food destination to the national movement rallying chefs, communities, and everyday people around the No Kid Hungry campaign, this episode is a reminder that the most powerful thing a community can do is feed its children—and that the people leading that charge are often the ones standing behind the stove.Key Takeaways:Community Through Food: Bringing people together around the table builds lasting connections and support for those in need.Tackling Food Insecurity: Northwest Arkansas faces real challenges, but people in the region are stepping up to help.Chef's Night for No Kid Hungry: The event features 20 chefs, aiming to raise $50,000 to ensure kids don't go hungry.Springdale's Culinary Boom: Springdale is now recognized as a hub for outstanding food, thanks to chefs and entrepreneurs committed to growth.Multiple Ways to Help: Whether you buy a ticket, sponsor, or donate, you can be a part of this movement to end child hunger.All this and more on this episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas® podcast.Important Links and Mentions on the Show*Chef's Night for No Kid Hungry – April 26 at the Jones Center, SpringdaleChef Cycle No Kid Hungry: Learn more, donate, or sponsor rides and events Chef Cycle 2026Chef Sam Walker on InstagramChef Sam Walker on LinkedInGaskins on Emma (Springdale's food corridor anchor)Hive at Bentonville – Raised $80,000+ for No Kid HungryMentioned chefs from out of town: Ted Cizma (California), Vinnie Cimino (Ohio), Joe Flamm (Chicago), Rebecca Masson (Texas), Lambert Givens (Boston)Sponsor, donate, or attend via links in the show notes or by emailing hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.com for direct info and connectionsThis episode is sponsored by*FindItNWA.com Try ONBoardNWA.com Today!*Note: some of the resources mentioned may be affiliate links. This means we get paid a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you use that link to make a purchase.Connect more with I am Northwest Arkansas:Grab our Newsletter Email Us at hello@iamnorthwestarkansas.comConnect With Our Facebook Page Connect With Us on Threads Connect With Our Instagram Connect With Our LinkedIn PageJoin The Facebook Group Connect with our Fearless Host, Randy Wilburn on LinkedInThank you for listening to this I am Northwest Arkansas podcast episode. We showcase businesses, culture, entrepreneurship, and life in the Ozarks. Consider donating to our production team to keep this podcast running smoothly. Donate to I Am Northwest ArkansasMentioned in this episode:FindItNWA.com

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Welcome this this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast! I adore everything about today's podcast. The company, the product, the owner and her story as we're talking today with Angela Bolt from Siloam Syrups... but before we get to her?!?! FOOD NEWS!! Two local spots made the James Beard Awards Final 5 in two categories, and they're both in the same building in Rogers! A No Kid Hungry dinner was announced for Springdale. We have the details. More news about the Kilroy Public House in Rogers! Chuo Izakaya is officially open! Taqueria El Cuervo has officially moved. There will be multiple food options in the new development going up by Gully Park in Fayetteville. 7Brew is coming to the UofA We have the results of the Black Howler Beer Chili Cookoff from the weekend! Happy anniversary to Crisis Brewing and Terracotta. Both are partying on Saturday. We have the deets. Another Dining in the Dark at Mockingbird Kitchen. We'll tell you where it originated from and how it started in NWA! What a story Angela Bolt has. Born and raised on the west coast, you'll love the story about how she learned how to cook. You'll also hear about the familial influences in her life and are with her today. How did she get into the food and beverage business? That's a good story and has to do with family. Speaking of which, how does one go from Oakland to Siloam Springs? It'll make sense, I promise. Also, a scary health situation and the story of Angela having to put her life on pause and the village that got her through it. Finally, those yummy syrups... Delish. We talk to Angela Bolt from Siloam Syrups next here on the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas!

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Hi there- hope you had an outstanding St. Paddy's Day and didn't indulge TOO much... Welcome to this week's Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast. I'm John Engleman- thanks for being here. This week, we're in Rogers at Michoacana Ice Cream, where there's much more than Ice Cream, and owner Arturo Rodriguez? A very colorful past-life in LA.. but before we get to that?!?! FOOD NEWS!! Cura Osteria in downtown Rogers has given us a grand opening date... kind of Scoops Ice Cream is open in downtown Springdale, but not without injury! Parlor is open in The Ledger. Dice Goblins' Café is officially open! Not a bad day to open the Fermentary Brewery! Goodcents is open in Fayetteville. Jaclyn's Kitchen re-opens this week in a new location! Trash Ice Cream has their eyes in Fayetteville. Downtown Fayetteville is getting a new brewery. Casa Alejo will be opening a 3rd spot! Fayetteville's Golden Corral is officially closed. Panda Express is coming to Springdale. We'll tell you where. A chili cook-off? You had me at “A”. This time at Black Howler Maxine's Tap Room turns 76, Michoacana and The Odd Soul turn 9, and Stoic Brews turned 1! Michoacana Ice Cream Owner Arturo Rodriguez is originally from Columbia, but came to the US to work with his brother in LA. He eventually got into broadcasting and built his own broadcasting school which happened to be at the same location for CNN in LA. He was on the same floor as Larry King, and some VERY famous guests would get lost and end up at their school accidentally, including one singer that might've been the most popular in the world at the time. Arturo will tell that story. So how does one go from having a popular broadcasting school in LA to Northwest Arkansas? That's another story, and of note- cows don't listen to radio... You'll hear what that means. Finally, Michoacana- known for their homemade ice cream, but becoming known for their food as well... You'll hear about that from owner Arturo Rodriguez of Michoacana Ice Cream in Rogers on this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas!

Hello and welcome to this week's edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas podcast, I'm John Engleman- thanks for being here, and happy early St. Patty's Day. In this week's edition, we're in Bentonville, talking with Paulo Piraino and Yulia Batalina, the owners of The Cellar on B Street, but before we get to them?!?! FOOD NEWS!! We now know when Ria Pizza opens in downtown Rogers. 1834 Tavern Lafayette opens in Fayetteville soon... VERY soon. The Purple Cow opens in Rogers! Benny's Bagels opened last week in Fayetteville. Honed In Sharpening now has a brick-and-mortar. Capriotti's opens in Springdale. Goodcents announces when they'll be opening in Fayetteville. A third Chipotle is coming to Fayetteville. Bethel Brew has news about their Farmington location. News on Bucks of Asia in Fayetteville. Happy 30th Anniversary to Susan's Restaurant in Springdale! They're giving away something sweet today!! Third Space Coffee turns three! Rein celebrated their 2nd anniversary! Chefs in the Garden is slated for May 19! In this week's Flavors Flashback, we hear from Blu Fresh Fish Marketplace's Barry Furuseth. He cut his teeth in selling fish in DC, San Francisco, and LA, and then talks about moving to NWA. Have you ever wanted to open a bottle shop in your own house? Paulo Piraino and Yulia Batalina are certified sommeliers, and that's what they did. It's called The Cellar on B Street, which has a wine club and carries specialty foods. Before The Cellar on B Street, they started a wine and dinner pairing company that they'll talk about. It gets VERY specific. They come from different countries and have different paths for getting into wine, which is what connected them. They'll tell us that story. Now married and expecting, they'll tell us how they ended up in Northwest Arkansas for the second time and stayed. That's on this edition of the Flavors of Northwest Arkansas.

Will this be the year Pennsylvania legalizes recreational cannabis? City Cast's Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are with contributor and TribLive reporter Colin Williams to talk about why the commonwealth is so far behind its neighbors and what local lawmakers can realistically do about it. There's good and bad news at the airport, more “snatch and grabs” by ICE, and new events for the NFL Draft. And we're sharing what we know so far about Sidney Crosby's injury at the Winter Olympics. Plus, Megan's SO GRATEFUL for everyone who's been in our DMs with more insights about recent shows. Thank you especially to everyone for your fish fry recommendations!  Notes and references from today's show: Are Republicans in Pa. ready for legal weed this year? Advocates are skeptical. [Spotlight PA] Pittsburgh City Council calls on Harrisburg to legalize marijuana [TribLive] After calling the police for help, a Brentwood man was arrested by ICE at court [Post-Gazette] Shapiro admin tells ICE to drop plans for Pa. detention centers, warns facilities may not get permits [Spotlight PA] Oakmont votes against immigration enforcement role, while Springdale officials say little [Public Source] Pittsburgh International opens five new dining options [Post-Gazette] ‘Alarming' levels of PFAS from Pittsburgh airport are being discharged into Montour Run watershed [The Allegheny Front] Cursive handwriting is set for a comeback in Pennsylvania schools [Pennsylvania Capital-Star] Jason Lando sworn in as Pittsburgh police chief [TribLive] Canada's Sidney Crosby suffers injury at Olympics, to get imaging [ESPN] Pitt Athletics to host block party complementing NFL Draft [TribLive] If you enjoyed today's interview with The Westmoreland's Director of Learning, Engagement & Partnerships, Erica Nuckles, learn more here. Learn more about the sponsors of this February 19th episode: Heinz History Center Living Memory Become a member of City Cast Pittsburgh at membership.citycast.fm. Want more Pittsburgh news?  Sign up for our daily morning newsletter. We're on Instagram @CityCastPgh. Text or leave us a voicemail at 412-212-8893. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info here.

Monique Marvez is a stand-up comedian and writer. See her live October 24 at the Garland Cultural Arts Center in Garland, TX, and October 25 at the Jones Center in Springdale, AR. Watch her Dry Bar special Waiting Wasn't Bad now on Angel.com, and find more tour dates at MoniqueMarvez.com. Follow her on Instagram and YouTube @MoniqueMarvez.Brittany Force is a professional drag racer and NHRA champion, announcing her retirement from full-time racing at the end of the 2025 season to start a family. Follow her on Instagram @brittanyforce.IN THE NEWS: Edwin Castro, fresh off a $2 billion Powerball win, is snapping up fire-damaged properties in Altadena, aiming to lead the city's rebuilding efforts and revitalize his hometown. Meanwhile, ABC's The View co-hosts say they want more Republican guests on the program, claiming many are “too scared” to appear and expressing a desire for more political diversity on the show.Subscribe to The Adam Carolla Show on Substack: https://adamcarolla.substack.com/FOR MORE WITH MONIQUE MARVEZ:Tour DatesOCT 24 - Garland Cultural Arts - Garland, TXOCT 25 - Jones Center - Springdale, AKWEBSITE: MoniqueMarvez.comINSTAGRAM: @MoniqueMarvezYOUTUBE: @MoniqueMarvezDRY BAR SPECIAL: WAITING WASN'T BAD - available on Angel.comFOR MORE WITH BRITTANY FORCE: INSTAGRAM: @brittanyforceFOR MORE WITH JASON “MAYHEM” MILLER: INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: @mayhemmillerWEBSITE: www.mayhemnow.comLIVE SHOWS: October 29 - Burbank, CANovember 6 - Boston, MANovember 7 - Buffalo, NYThank you for supporting our sponsors:BetOnlineHomes.comHydrow.com use code ADAM oreillyauto.com/adamSIMPLISAFE.COM/ADAMPluto.tvSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.