District 3 Podcast

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Arkansas stories in two languages.

The gist

District 3 Podcast follows the people making noise in and around Arkansas, from downtown performers and musicians to wrestling voices, creators, caregivers, and political candidates. Its conversations move casually between English and Spanish, local pride, personal grind, and community pressure points.

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About District 3 Podcast

District 3 Podcast is a community conversation show with a strong Arkansas pulse. Its center of gravity is Springdale, but the guest list stretches across Arkansas scenes: pro wrestling, music, content creation, downtown performance, caregiving, immigration concerns, and local campaigns. The show has a relaxed, personal pace. Episodes often begin with the host talking through everyday details such as energy drinks, health anxieties, Apple Watch alerts, allergies, gym steps, or the realities of trying to schedule busy guests. Then the conversation opens outward. Anna Rae’s episode turns pro wrestling into a story about putting oneself in the room, building connections, and living a dream in real time. Dancing Vicky’s episode frames downtown Springdale dancing as public joy, performance, and relationship-building. B4E Zach’s episode focuses on content creation, TikTok, YouTube, food reviews, gaming, and the strange mechanics of online attention. Charlotte Bayala’s episode brings caregiving and health into the same intimate conversational space. Mar Loroña’s episode shifts fluidly between Spanish and English while tracing music, identity, Mexico, Arkansas, and the feeling of making a new home. With the Frisco Kid, the show becomes looser and goofier, but still circles back to ambition, encouragement, jealousy, work ethic, and supporting other people’s goals. Papa Rap’s return brings sharper civic stakes, especially around Springdale policing, state troopers, immigration enforcement, and fear in the immigrant community. Shane McKinney’s episode adds local politics with an eccentric edge, pairing a Fort Smith mayoral campaign with the public mythology around being called a vampire. The result is neither a standard interview show nor a pure comedy podcast. It is closer to a living community notebook, built from people who are seen around town and finally given room to talk. District 3 Podcast is casual, bilingual, sometimes goofy, and often earnest. It gives Arkansas culture a microphone without sanding off its local texture.

Made for: For listeners interested in Arkansas community life, bilingual conversations, local creators, civic issues, music, wrestling, and grassroots culture. It especially suits people who prefer informal interviews with personal context and local specificity.

What sets it apart: District 3 Podcast stands out by treating local guests as full community figures, not quick profiles. Its bilingual rhythm, Springdale grounding, and mix of humor, civic concern, and personal ambition give it a distinctly Arkansas texture.

In their own words

Welcome to Arkansas' 1st Bilingual (English/Spanish) Podcast in the state! Our purpose is to discuss community with you and highlight individuals making a difference where you live. Thank you for listening and please share with your friends.

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A vampire mayoral candidate meets city-hall questions, and your local-politics appetite gets the good weird stuff.

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  • Arkansas community stories told by the people living them
  • local politics where policy talk can still land a vampire joke
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    Episode #297: Goofin’ Around with Jokes On Us Entertainment

    ·46m
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    Episode #279: Ethnic Studies in the South with Jonathan Peraza Campos

    ·1h 3m
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    Episode #278: What We're Thankful For

    ·51m
  4. 4

    Episode #277: The Power of Black Women in Media

    ·1h 1m
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    Episode #276: Latinas/os Talk Election Results & Election Hangover

    ·1h 11m
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    Episode #330: Dancing Through It All with Downtown Dancing Vicki

    ·39m
  7. 7

    Episode #329: Building a Brand While Battling Sickle Cell with B4EZack

    ·27m
  8. 8

    Episode #328: The Cancer Caregiver with Charlotte Bayala

    ·1h 2m
  9. 9

    Episode #327: How Mar Loroña Is Making Music Waves in Northwest Arkansas

    ·56m
  10. 10

    Episode #326: Kicking It with the Frisco Kid

    ·49m
  11. 11

    Episode #325: The Return of Papa Rap!

    ·57m
  12. 12

    Episode #324: The Vampire Running for Mayor of Fort Smith (Shayne Mckinney)

    ·1h 4m
  13. 13

    D3 Mini: The Art of Culinary in the Nuevo South with Executive Chef Rafael Rios

    ·36m
  14. 14

    Episode #323: From Strategy to Social: Growing Brands with The Vault Social

    ·55m
  15. 15

    Episode #322: Why Hallie Shoffner Is Running for the US Senate

    ·53m
  16. 16

    Episode #321: Roots in Color with Visual Artist Zeke Peña

    ·56m
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    Episode #320: Purpose & Passion: Ramon Balderas’ Journey to Empower Others

    ·1h 10m
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    Episode #319: Cocktail Magic with Vine Pair's Best New Bartender of 2025 Daniela Pedraza

    ·50m
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    Episode #318: Suffering, Sinatra & Starting Over: JP’s New Era of Music

    ·48m
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    Episode #317: ICE, Rights, and Reality: A Conversation with Immigration Attorney Nathan Bogart

    ·51m
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    Episode #316: Our Annual Halloween Episode with Bo Counts

    ·52m
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    Episode #315: Child Care in Arkansas at Risk: How Providers Are Pushing Back

    ·1h 2m
  23. 23

    Episode #314: Cancer, Community, and Courage: A Conversation with Katherin Aristondo

    ·56m
  24. 24

    Episode #313: The Black Cookout Survival Guide with Dustin McGowan

    ·56m
  25. 25

    Episode #312: Latinas en Bici

    ·36m
  26. 26

    Episode #311: Comedy is Therapy with Comedian Francisco Ramos

    ·53m
  27. 27

    Episode #310: A Much Needed Cohost Only Episode

    ·45m
  28. 28

    Episode #307: The Devil's Den Double Homicide

    ·38m
  29. 29

    Episode #306: Faith, Community, and Congress: Robb Ryerse’s Run in Arkansas’ 3rd District

    ·54m
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    Episode #305: Coach Saavedra's Journey to the State Championship

    ·1h 14m
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    Episode #304: Housing is a Human Right

    ·47m
  32. 32

    Episode #303: Lines of Resistance: Chad Maupin’s Art and Activism

    ·48m
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    Episode #302: Visual Poetry: The Photography of Zeta

    ·42m
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    Episode #301: Called to Serve: Fr. Alejandro Puello’s Journey of Faith

    ·1h 9m
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    Episode #300: Stories, Growth and Gratitude

    ·1h
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    Episode #298: Saturday Night Sleepover with Charli Bradshaw

    ·43m
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    Episode #280: Cruzando Fronteras: Alexis Charbonnier y Su Camino de Aprendizaje y Superación

    ·57m
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    Episode #296: Building Bridges: Inclusivity, Community, and the Road to Understanding with Mike Rusch

    ·1h
  39. 39

    Episode #295: A Life Rebuilt: Vanessa Green's Story of Perseverance and Triumph

    ·1h 10m
  40. 40

    D3 Mini: Join the Mutiny Wrestling Federation!

    ·30m
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    Episode #293: Bikes Are for Everyone with Marley Blonsky

    ·55m
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    Episode 292: Navigating Career Success: How Upskill NWA is Changing Lives with Carol Silva Moralez

    ·53m
  43. 43

    D3 Mini: Jasper Logan on Dopamine Fasting, Creativity & Men's Mental Health

    ·31m
  44. 44

    D3 Mini: Meet the Mastermind Behind the Nightmare on Block St: Bo Counts!

    ·21m
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    Episode #289: Investing in Real Estate with Realtor Geraldine Martinez

    ·47m
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    Episode #288: The Mass Incarceration Problem in Arkansas with AJRC

    ·40m
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    Episode #287: La Migra (ICE) Activity Locally and Across The Country

    ·53m
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    Episode #286: Know Your Rights with Immigration Attorney Nathan Bogart

    ·54m
  49. 49

    D3 Mini: Arkansas' First EVER Latina State Representative Dr. Diana Gonzales Worthen

    ·31m
  50. 50

    Episode #284: The Americana Sound of Arkansas: Ashtyn Barbaree Talks Music, Touring, and Inspiration

    ·49m
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    Episode #283: Immigration, Advocacy, and the Future: A Dialogue with Immigrant Advocates Fernanda Alcantara & Kevin Azanza

    ·1h 6m
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    Episode #282: Comedy Saved My Life with Comedian Marco Antonio

    ·54m
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    Episode #281: Creating Content and Cravings with the Hangry Pedaler

    ·41m
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    Episode #275: Young Latino Entrepreneurs Launch Barber Expo

    ·43m
  55. 55

    Today is Election Day: Go Vote!

    ·17m
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    Halloween Special: Big Boys Paranormal

    ·46m
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    Episode #270: Revealing Ozark United: Arkansas' First Professional Soccer Team

    ·50m
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    D3 Mini: Exploring TikTok Trends & New Music with Pura Coco

    ·21m
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    Episode #268: Catching up with the Co Hosts!

    ·44m
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    Episode #266: The SIAS Hermandad in Arkansas

    ·44m
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    Episode #265: Embracing the Journey: Yanira Albarran on Life with PCOS

    ·45m
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    Episode #264: Empowering Fathers and Families: A Conversation with René Manjarrez and Whitney Fantinel from The Family Network

    ·49m
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    Episode #263: Breaking Silence: The Impact of Advocacy in Sexual Assault Cases with Taylor Mckinney and Odalys Serrano

    ·50m
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    Episode #262: Mastering Communication with Clint Schaff

    ·57m
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    D3 Mini: LIVE from the Odd Soul

    ·1h 4m
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    Episode #260: All Students Can Learn with Dr. John L Colbert & Mike Day

    ·35m
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    Episodio #259: La Cultura Chinelera con Alma Altamirano

    ·17m
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    Episode #258: The Underground DJ Movement with Sol Sets

    ·50m
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    D3 Mini: Springdale Mayor Doug Sprouse

    ·46m
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    Episode #256: Salvadoreños Unidos with Yoselin Gomez

    ·26m
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    Episode #255: Living Life to the Fullest with Jose Esparza

    ·51m
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    Episode #254: From Razorback Gymnast to the WWE with Sirena Linton

    ·41m
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    Episode #253: She's Interesting with Rashel Hariri

    ·44m
  74. 74

    D3 Mini: Why I Left Teaching with Hayley Evans

    ·56m
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    D3 Mini: The Frisco Kid Returns!

    ·39m
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    Episode #250: Resilient Black Women with Joi McGowan LPC

    ·55m
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    Episode #249: Circles NWA

    ·55m
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    Episode #247: Casa Dos Alas

    ·49m
  79. 79

    The Recent Storm in Northwest Arkansas

    ·35m
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    Episode #246: Creating a Successful Podcast with Content Creator Joe Cline

    ·1h 3m
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    Episode #245: Definiendo Quien Somos con Milton Antonio

    ·57m
  82. 82

    Episode #244: Musica Norteña on the Rise with Noelia Romero & Armando Marquez

    ·46m
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    Episode #243: Co Host Only Catch Up!

    ·46m
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    Episode #242: Mind, Soul & Heart. The Power of Stacy Harper

    ·1h 24m
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    Episode #241: Holy Waters with Martin Garay

    ·30m
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    Episode #240: Fort Grit Podcast: Diamonds in a Rough

    ·1h 29m
  87. 87

    Episode #239: Remembering Carmen Castorena with Edgar Castorena

    ·55m
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    Episode #238: Islamic Heart for Our Community with BIC President Shahid Sheikh

    ·1h 23m
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    Episode #237: Cafe Con Chisme

    ·49m
  90. 90

    Episode #236: In Honor of the Marshall Islands with Marcina Langrine

    ·1h 4m
  91. 91

    Episode #235: Community Chit Chat

    ·1h 4m
  92. 92

    Episode #234: MLK's Legacy in Springdale with Alice Gachuzo

    ·55m
  93. 93

    Episode #233: Chopping It Up with Chef Steven D. Brooks

    ·1h 10m
  94. 94

    Episode #232: From SIA to the Professional World with Gabriela Caceres

    ·1h 16m
  95. 95

    Episode #231: Campaigning For the People with State Rep Candidate (D-19) Billy Cook

    ·52m
  96. 96

    Episode #230: The Odd Soul's Jeffro Brown

    ·1h 9m
  97. 97

    Episode #271: In the Studio: Choreography with Cece Marie

    The hosts discuss the upcoming election and voting deadlines before introducing a choreography episode with Cece Marie.

    ·40m
  98. 98

    Episode #308: Living Boldly: J WOW's Journey with Cerebral Palsy

    Johnny, known as J WOW, shares his journey living with cerebral palsy and how he navigates life boldly.

    ·48m
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    Episode #309: Authenticity in the Age of Influence with Jess

    Edwin interviews Jess, a Lululemon influencer, about authenticity in the age of influence, touching on her advocacy work and their meeting at a creator event.

    ·40m
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    Episode #272: The State of Podcasting with I Am Northwest Arkansas' Randy Wilburn

    An interview with Randy Wilburn discussing the current state and trends in podcasting.

    ·1h 18m
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    Episode #331: Outspoken and Ready to Rumble with Anna Ray

    Hidden gem

    Edvin interviews pro wrestler Anna Ray about her career, community work, and personal anecdotes.

    Apr 15, 2026·49m·2 clips
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    Episode #330: Dancing Through It All with Downtown Dancing Vicki

    Hidden gem

    Vicki, known as Downtown Dancing Vicki, shares her journey from performer to community dancer in Springdale.

    Apr 8, 2026·39m·2 clips
  103. 103

    Episode #329: Building a Brand While Battling Sickle Cell with B4EZack

    Hidden gem

    B4E Zach explains how five years of content creation grew from high-school public interviews into family content, gaming, and Arkansas food reviews.

    Apr 1, 2026·27m·2 clips
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    Episode #328: The Cancer Caregiver with Charlotte Bayala

    Host Edivine introduces the episode with a personal anecdote about his Apple Watch before welcoming Charlotte Bayala, a cancer caregiver and podcast host.

    Mar 19, 2026·1h 2m
  105. 105

    Episode #327: How Mar Loroña Is Making Music Waves in Northwest Arkansas

    Mar Loroña discusses his background, dual identity as Edgar and Mar, and his journey from Mexico to making music in Northwest Arkansas.

    Mar 13, 2026·56m
  106. 106

    Episode #326: Kicking It with the Frisco Kid

    Hidden gem

    Francisco Valencia says his podcast is to get rid of the “curtains” before people meet him at shows.

    Mar 6, 2026·49m·2 clips
  107. 107

    Episode #325: The Return of Papa Rap!

    Hidden gem

    Papa Rap traces Arkansas immigrant policy from 1994 school work to Huckabee’s in-state tuition proposal.

    Feb 22, 2026·57m·2 clips
  108. 108

    Episode #324: The Vampire Running for Mayor of Fort Smith (Shayne Mckinney)

    Hidden gem

    Shane McKinney uses District 3 Podcast episode 324 to connect his Fort Smith mayoral run with the vampire label that followed a bat bite about 15 years ago.

    Feb 12, 2026·1h 4m·5 clips
  109. 109

    Episode #323: From Strategy to Social: Growing Brands with The Vault Social

    Hidden gem

    District 3 Podcast episode 323 features Lauren Clary, CEO and founder of The Vault Social, discussing social-media strategy for local businesses and influencers.

    Jan 28, 2026·55m·3 clips
  110. 110

    Episode #322: Why Hallie Shoffner Is Running for the US Senate

    Jan 14, 2026·53m
  111. 111

    Episode #321: Roots in Color with Visual Artist Zeke Peña

    Dec 16, 2025·56m
  112. 112

    Episode #320: Purpose & Passion: Ramon Balderas’ Journey to Empower Others

    Dec 5, 2025·1h 10m
  113. 113

    Episode #319: Cocktail Magic with Vine Pair's Best New Bartender of 2025 Daniela Pedraza

    Nov 26, 2025·50m
  114. 114

    Episode #318: Suffering, Sinatra & Starting Over: JP’s New Era of Music

    Nov 20, 2025·48m
  115. 115

    Episode #317: ICE, Rights, and Reality: A Conversation with Immigration Attorney Nathan Bogart

    Nov 12, 2025·51m
  116. 116

    Episode #316: Our Annual Halloween Episode with Bo Counts

    Oct 31, 2025·52m
  117. 117

    Episode #315: Child Care in Arkansas at Risk: How Providers Are Pushing Back

    Oct 16, 2025·1h 2m
  118. 118

    Episode #314: Cancer, Community, and Courage: A Conversation with Katherin Aristondo

    Oct 9, 2025·56m
  119. 119

    Episode #313: The Black Cookout Survival Guide with Dustin McGowan

    Oct 3, 2025·56m
  120. 120

    Episode #312: Latinas en Bici

    Sep 19, 2025·36m
  121. 121

    Episode #311: Comedy is Therapy with Comedian Francisco Ramos

    Sep 18, 2025·53m
  122. 122

    Episode #310: A Much Needed Cohost Only Episode

    Sep 16, 2025·45m
  123. 123

    Episode #309: Authenticity in the Age of Influence with Jess

    Sep 3, 2025·40m
  124. 124

    Episode #308: Living Boldly: J WOW's Journey with Cerebral Palsy

    Aug 14, 2025·48m
  125. 125

    Episode #307: The Devil's Den Double Homicide

    Aug 6, 2025·38m
  126. 126

    Episode #306: Faith, Community, and Congress: Robb Ryerse’s Run in Arkansas’ 3rd District

    Jul 18, 2025·54m
  127. 127

    Episode #305: Coach Saavedra's Journey to the State Championship

    Jun 20, 2025·1h 14m
  128. 128

    Episode #304: Housing is a Human Right

    Jun 13, 2025·47m
  129. 129

    Episode #303: Lines of Resistance: Chad Maupin’s Art and Activism

    May 29, 2025·48m
  130. 130

    Episode #302: Visual Poetry: The Photography of Zeta

    May 21, 2025·42m
  131. 131

    Episode #301: Called to Serve: Fr. Alejandro Puello’s Journey of Faith

    May 14, 2025·1h 9m
  132. 132

    Episode #300: Stories, Growth and Gratitude

    May 10, 2025·1h
  133. 133

    D3 Mini: The Art of Culinary in the Nuevo South with Executive Chef Rafael Rios

    Apr 23, 2025·36m
  134. 134

    Episode #298: Saturday Night Sleepover with Charli Bradshaw

    Apr 10, 2025·43m
  135. 135

    Episode #297: Goofin’ Around with Jokes On Us Entertainment

    Apr 2, 2025·46m
  136. 136

    Episode #296: Building Bridges: Inclusivity, Community, and the Road to Understanding with Mike Rusch

    Mar 26, 2025·1h
  137. 137

    Episode #295: A Life Rebuilt: Vanessa Green's Story of Perseverance and Triumph

    Mar 19, 2025·1h 10m
  138. 138

    D3 Mini: Join the Mutiny Wrestling Federation!

    Mar 13, 2025·30m
  139. 139

    Episode #293: Bikes Are for Everyone with Marley Blonsky

    Mar 5, 2025·55m
  140. 140

    Episode 292: Navigating Career Success: How Upskill NWA is Changing Lives with Carol Silva Moralez

    Feb 26, 2025·53m
  141. 141

    D3 Mini: Jasper Logan on Dopamine Fasting, Creativity & Men's Mental Health

    Feb 20, 2025·31m
  142. 142

    D3 Mini: Meet the Mastermind Behind the Nightmare on Block St: Bo Counts!

    Feb 17, 2025·21m
  143. 143

    Episode #289: Investing in Real Estate with Realtor Geraldine Martinez

    Feb 12, 2025·47m
  144. 144

    Episode #288: The Mass Incarceration Problem in Arkansas with AJRC

    Feb 5, 2025·40m
  145. 145

    Episode #287: La Migra (ICE) Activity Locally and Across The Country

    Jan 30, 2025·53m
  146. 146

    Episode #286: Know Your Rights with Immigration Attorney Nathan Bogart

    Jan 22, 2025·54m
  147. 147

    D3 Mini: Arkansas' First EVER Latina State Representative Dr. Diana Gonzales Worthen

    Jan 15, 2025·31m
  148. 148

    Episode #284: The Americana Sound of Arkansas: Ashtyn Barbaree Talks Music, Touring, and Inspiration

    Jan 8, 2025·49m
  149. 149

    Episode #283: Immigration, Advocacy, and the Future: A Dialogue with Immigrant Advocates Fernanda Alcantara & Kevin Azanza

    Jan 2, 2025·1h 6m
  150. 150

    Episode #282: Comedy Saved My Life with Comedian Marco Antonio

    Comedian Marco Antonio discusses how comedy and life experiences, including fatherhood, have transformed his perspective and saved his life.

    Dec 26, 2024·54m