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Paragould PodcastOwners of Arrows Behavior Therapy and Consulting, Tim and Miranda Cavaness join the show to talk Autism Spectrum DisorderFounded in 2018, Arrows Behavior Therapy and Consulting aims to serve families in education and therapy for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. For over 20 years, Miranda Cavaness has been passionate about kids on the Autism Spectrum. Serving 125 learners at Arrows, they develop individualized learning plans and set socially valid goals so that these young people can thrive in our society! Their passion is to teach kids to be who they are and how they can navigate our world successfully.
This is an informative episode that will hopefully be helpful to many in our community, so download it now, a...2023-03-1041 minParagould PodcastTaco Rio Owner, Brad SmithOn this episode of The Paragould Podcast, we are visited by owner of Paragould restaurant staple Taco Rio, Brad Smith! You'll want to hear the path Brad took to become the owner of Taco Rio, how he learned through resilience and suffering to appreciate the most important things in life and trust God throughout the ups and downs.
2023-03-0357 minParagould PodcastCommunity Liaison Director at Arisa Health, Brad HydeBrad Hyde got his start in the mental health field 29 years ago with Greenleaf, which was later St Bernard's Behavioral Health. Through his career, Brad has learned not to try to be rational with irrational people, that "No" is a complete sentence, and that health is about the whole person.
2023-02-2442 minParagould PodcastExecutive Director of Together We Foster, Lindsay RobertsLindsay Roberts is the Executive Director for Together We Foster. After launching the organization in 2019, they have since opened three visit centers across NEA where children in foster care can visit with their biological parents in a warm environment. They also operate clothing closets for foster parents to access the resources they need free of charge.
Lindsay and her husband, Quincy, began fostering in 2017, which is a growing need in Greene County. There are currently 107 children from Greene County in foster care with only 35 open homes available. To learn more, visit togetherwefosternea.org.
2023-02-1728 minParagould PodcastOwners of Flower Shop Network and Atwill Media, Brock and Loranne AtwillBrock and Loranne launched Flower Shop Network in the spring of 2000. It was a humble little startup in the loft of Adams’ Florist. Today, FSN has over 100 employees and serves 4,000 florists nationwide. Brock attributes much of their success to "catching a wave," but you will quickly discover just how sharp these two are in this episode.
Started Atwill Media in 2014, which has developed and maintains over 1,100 websites.
When talking about the risk of starting a business, Brock says, “When you swim half way across the river, you can’t turn back.”
2023-02-1043 minParagould PodcastPediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Taylor House, and Her Husband, Derek House of Specialized BikesOn this episode of the Paragould Podcast: Derek & Taylor House.
Derek is with Specialized Bicycle Components and was Jared's high school tennis doubles partner.
Taylor is a pediatric nephrologist, which is a fancy way of saying she is a kids' kidney doctor. Dr. House has received specialized training in palliative care, and she now trains doctors around the world on how to break bad news to patients.
This is a fascinating and entertaining episode, so download it now, and share it with friends.
2023-02-0358 minParagould PodcastFormer Police Chief JD Stevenson Talks About Some of the Wildest Cases He Worked as a Criminal InvestigatorJD Stevenson got his start as a patrol officer for the Paragould Police Department in 1982. Two and a half years later, he joined the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) where he served for 18 years. He was appointed Chief of Police by Mayor Mike Gaskill in 2001, and he continued in that role until his retirement in 2009.
JD has some wild stories from his 3 decades of public service. In this episode of the Paragould Podcast, he gets into details about the murder of Dr. and Mrs. Jones, the false confession of Gary Goldsmith in an attempt to take the fall...2023-01-271h 07Paragould PodcastOwner of Herren Tire, Ivey Herren Jr. Joins Us to Talk About His Road to Addiction, Losing His Father, and the New Purpose He’s FoundIvey Herren, Jr. is the 3rd generation owner of Herren Tire in Paragould, which was founded in 1968. Ivey grew up in a Christian home and went to school at CRA, but when his best friend died in a car accident in 2006, Ivey's life took a turn that led him to addiction.
His story of redemption is truly miraculous and will leave you believing that, "If your heart is still beating, you have a purpose."
2023-01-2048 minParagould PodcastRadiologist, Dr. Zeke Shotts, Talks About Bones, Tennis, and His Time at the Mayo ClinicDr. Zeke Shotts is a Paragould graduate and a Radiologist with St Bernards and Associated Radiologists. After earning his bachelor's degree at Arkansas State, Zeke attended med school at UAMS in Little Rock. From there, he finished his internship and residency at Emory University. He was also accepted to a program at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN where he spent 5 years before moving back to Northeast Arkansas.
2023-01-1243 minParagould PodcastWhen Addiction Hits Home: Roland Irwin and His Daughter, Brooke Smith Open Up About the Enslaving Power of AddictionRoland Irwin has a PhD in clinical psychology and serves as the Associate Chief of Operations for Arisa Health. But despite his impressive resume, he was not immune to the horrors that addiction can unleash on a family. In this week's episode of the Paragould Podcast, Roland joins his daughter, Brooke, who has been in recovery for over 10 years now.
Brooke works with the Paragould Podcast and The Crossing Church and has an incredible story of redemption and restoration. You will be inspired and filled with hope as you listen to this father and daughter recount their s...2023-01-0649 minParagould PodcastParagould Mayor Josh Agee Returns to Talk 2022 Progress and What’s in Store for 2023Mayor Josh Agee returns for an annual update on the city of Paragould. In 2022, we saw the ribbon cutting for the new 8-Mile Creek Trail, the downtown Community Pavilion, the installation of Sky Cops, airport improvements and more.
As we look to 2023, there are even more ambitious projects to look forward to. Mayor Agee opens up about the partisan elections issue, which passed in November, and he gives some details on a land-use proposal known as "land banks." Stay informed and engaged by listening to this episode, and share it with others who care about our city.2022-12-301h 26Paragould PodcastLieutenant of the Paragould Police Department’s Criminal Division, Detective Rhonda ThomasRhonda Thomas joins us this week on the Paragould Podcast! Rhonda is the Lieutenant of the Paragould Police Department's Criminal Division, and (according to many sources) is a superhero!
Rhonda has served with the PPD for 28 years and in the Criminal Division for the past 18, which means that she and her team work every felony case in the city of Paragould. In this interview, Rhonda talks about how she got into law enforcement and how she discovered her calling by investigating child abuse cases. This is a gripping and educational episode you'll want to listen to more...2022-12-2343 minParagould PodcastAlexander Laffoon Talks About His Journey on the Pacific Crest TrailAlexander Laffoon, along with his friend Trevor, recently hiked the Pacific Crest Trail--a 2,653 mile trail from the border of Mexico to the border of Canada. You'll hear about his encounters with bears and mountain lions, almost drowning in freezing water, and being surrounded by forest fires.
"Someday never happens. We love the adventure and seeing new places."
2022-12-1638 minParagould PodcastExecutive Director of Main Street Paragould, Miranda ReynoldsMiranda Reynolds is the Executive Director of Main Street Paragould. Miranda is passionate about Downtown Paragould and excited about the direction we are headed. She was formerly a reporter with KAIT8 News in Jonesboro where she was regularly tracking positive news from Paragould and Greene County. Download and share this now!
2022-12-0934 minParagould PodcastNathan Knight Joins Us to Talk About Launching His Photo and Video Company, Knight ProductionsNathan Knight is the owner of Knight Productions, and he is the youngest guest to date on the Paragould Podcast. With his team, Nathan is completing over 60 wedding films this year alone. You will be inspired by Nathan's story of quick success through hard work and focused passion.
2022-12-0257 minParagould PodcastCEO of Arkansas Methodist Medical Center, Barry DavisBarry Davis is the CEO of Arkansas Methodist Medical Center. With over 600 employees, AMMC is a vital part of our community and overall quality of life in Paragould.
Barry has been with the hospital for over 42 years, and in that time, he has seen his fair share of obstacles. However, his biggest challenge came in 2016 when he was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer and told he had 6 months to live.
Mr. Davis's story is one you won't want to miss.
2022-11-2559 minParagould Podcast*Episode 100* Haley Deck Returns to Talk About Living a Life of GratitudeHaley Deck joins us for a second time to talk about the power of gratitude. In her book, Stay Awake With Me, Haley talks about an overwhelming sense of gratitude that has helped to keep her centered in the midst of immeasurable grief.
"Gratitude is such a transformational tool," she says. "It’s simply acknowledging the good in every moment."
This is the 100th episode of the Paragould Podcast! We have been blown away by the positive response from this incredible community. Here's to the next 100!
2022-11-1851 minParagould PodcastThe Founder and Executive Director of In His Wings Ministry, Jennifer TarwaterJennifer Tarwater is the founder and Executive Director of In His Wings Ministry--a faith-based women's rehabilitation ministry.
Jennifer battled Hodgkins Lymphoma at age 28. Throughout her teens and twenties, she drinking heavily and smoking marijuana, and her first experience with meth was at 29. This downward spiral ultimately landed her in prison.
On January 9, 2013, Jennifer landed in the Agape House, and she graduated the following year. She now leads a life-changing organization that helps women through the same kinds of struggles and addictions. Jennifer says, "You don't have to live at the bottom of the pit any...2022-11-1151 minParagould PodcastBrad Pollard Talks About His Battle With Stage 4 Cancer and Surviving a StrokeIn 2003, while a sophomore at the University of Arkansas, Brad Pollard was diagnosed with stage 4 testicular cancer. Soon after the initial diagnosis, he learned that the cancer had spread to his liver, lungs and brain. That was nearly 20 years ago, and today Brad is cancer-free!
But that wouldn't be the end of Brad's health battles. In addition to the after effects of an intense chemo and radiation treatment, he suffered a stroke in 2014. Brad's story of overcoming incredible obstacles at such a young age is one every person needs to hear.
2022-11-0424 minParagould PodcastPresident and COO of United Home, Matthew MillerMatthew Miller is the President and COO of United Home Insurance. A 2003 graduate of Greene County Tech, Matthew attended Arkansas Tech University on a baseball scholarship. That's where he earned a degree in Finance and Economics before heading off to Miami to complete an international MBA.
Matt moved back to Paragould in 2009 and has helped to spearhead United Home's incredible growth.
2022-10-2843 minParagould PodcastSonia Fonticiella Talks About Her Family’s Escape from Communist Cuba and Her Love for AmericaSonia Fonticiella left Communist Cuba in 1980 to join her father in the United States. She was 17 years old when she stepped on the bus in Havana that led to a 9 hour boat ride to Florida. She eventually made it to Paragould in 1992.
Her story is sure to bring you hope. The Paragould Podcast exists to bring you incredible stories just like this. Subscribe now and give a five-star rating to help others find us.
2022-10-2144 minParagould PodcastAndy Fulkerson and Scott Snellgrove of the Band, NightwingAfter playing with bands like Cottonmouth, opening for Lynyrd Skynyrd and Stix, and playing with BB King in Memphis, Andy and Scott share their passion for music and their band, Nightwing.
Nightwing's Reunion Show is a benefit concert to be held at the Collins Theater on October 22. Tickets are only $10, and all proceeds go to Collins Foundation.
2022-10-1429 minParagould PodcastJessie Huffine Blevens on Running for City Council and Growing Up on a Dairy FarmJessie Huffine Blevens says she wants to give back to her community. Listen to her take on where we are as a city and where she would like to help lead us.
2022-10-0729 minParagould PodcastAdministrator For the Green House Cottages of Belle Meade, Pam DiggsPam Diggs brings a unique perspective--having been on both sides of the hardship and loss of a nursing home. Today, Pam serves as the Administrator at the Green House Cottages of Belle Meade, which gives her regular opportunities to care for individuals and families.
The Green House Cottages of Belle Meade were only the 3rd nursing home in Arkansas to adopt the Green House model, which is revolutionizing long-term senior care.
2022-09-3040 minParagould PodcastFormer Arkansas State Senator and Outreach Director for the Arkansas Development Finance Authority, Tim WooldridgeTim Wooldridge is a former Arkansas State Senator and now serves as the Outreach Director for the Arkansas Development Finance Authority (ADFA).
2022-09-2351 minParagould PodcastJudge Randy Philhours Talks About Preserving the Old Greene County Courthouse, the Dr Jones Double Murder, and His Haunted HouseThe Old Greene County Courthouse stands as the symbol of our great city, and Judge Randy Philhours is one of the primary reasons it is still standing. Judge Philhours joins us on this episode to talk about the preservation of the courthouse, the Dr Jones double murder and what it's like living in a haunted house.
2022-09-161h 09Paragould PodcastStan Jones Talks About Duck Hunting, Seal Team 6, and His World Famous Mallard LodgeStan Jones is the creator and owner of the Stan Jones Mallard Lodge, which was recently dubbed on the top 7 hunting lodges in the United States. Stan reveals how the lodge got started and the secret sauce that draws in engineers from Mercedes Benz in Germany, multiple governors and other politicians, musicians, celebrities, and even Seal Team 6 to duck hunt at his lodge here in Arkansas.
Stan also opens up about the tragic death of his wife in an automobile accident, how it impacted his kids, and how he learned to grieve. Download this episode now!
2022-09-091h 02Paragould PodcastDan Stidham Talks About the West Memphis 3, His New Book, and Personal GriefJudge Dan Stidham serves as a Circuit Judge in Arkansas, but he is best known for representing Jessie Misskelley during the West Memphis 3 case. Judge Stidham opens up on this episode about his involvement in the case as well as the sudden loss of his own son just last year.
2022-09-021h 21Paragould PodcastGreene County Tech Superintendent, Scott GerrishAs we wrap up our month-long emphasis on education in our city, we are excited to have Scott Gerrish on the podcast. Mr. Gerrish is the Superintendent of Greene County Tech Schools and a lifelong resident of Paragould.
Scott attended elementary school at GCT and middle school at Oak Grove. The stories of the educators who poured into his life at a young age are truly inspirational. This is an episode worth sharing.
2022-08-2644 minParagould PodcastExploring the History of Education in Paragould and Greene County with Bob BranchBob Branch returns to discuss the history of education in Paragould and Greene County.
2022-08-1958 minParagould PodcastSuperintendent of Paragould Schools, Dr. Nick JankoviakDr. Nick Jankoviak joins us on the Paragould Podcast. Dr. J's story begins with a humble upbringing in Michigan before providence moved him and his wife to Paragould. He now is at the helm of the Paragould School District with a servant's heart and a passion for the welfare of the kids in our city.
2022-08-1244 minParagould PodcastAdministrator for Crowley’s Ridge Academy, Terry AustinTerry Austin is a life-long resident of Paragould and a graduate of Crowley's Ridge Academy. He now serves as CRA's Administrator and chief cheerleader.
This is part 1 of our 4-part series focusing on education in Paragould.
2022-08-0549 minParagould PodcastFounder of the Greene County Rescue Squad and Owner of Heath Funeral Home, Butch HeathFounder of the Greene County Rescue Squad and owner of Heath Funeral Home, Butch Heath, joins us on this week’s episode of the Paragould Podcast!
2022-07-2950 minParagould PodcastProfessional Basketball Player and GCT Graduate, Skyler BowlinJoining us on the Paragould Podcast is Paragould native and professional basketball player, Skyler Bowlin. Skyler has been playing pro basketball in Europe since 2011. He's back stateside for a visit, and we are excited to welcome him on the podcast. You won't want to miss it!
2022-07-2259 minParagould PodcastDirector of Planning and Development and Former Fire Chief, Kevin LangKevin Lang is our guest on today's episode of the Paragould Podcast. Kevin spent the earliest years of his life living in the old No1 Fire Station, which is now the Post Office parking lot. He would eventually serve as a firefighter and later be appointed as the chief where he would serve for 15 years. He is now the Director of Planning and Development for the city of Paragould.
2022-07-1548 minParagould PodcastDirector of Planning and Development and Former Fire Chief, Kevin LangKevin Lang is our guest on this episode of the Paragould Podcast. Kevin grew up in the old No1 Fire Station, which is now the Post Office parking lot. He would later serve as our city's fire chief for 15 years before being appointed as the Director of Planning and Development.
2022-07-1548 minParagould PodcastCommander of the Drug Taskforce and Former Federal Air Marshal, Chad Henson2022-07-0858 minParagould PodcastMMA Fighter and Owner of Ballew’s Barbershop, Jerry BallewJerry Ballew joins us to talk about his fascinating journey that ultimately landed him in Paragould. After hanging out in the barber shops of Brooklyn, NY, moving to Houston, TX, spending time on an oil rig in the Gulf, and working as a private security contractor in Afghanistan, it was MMA that eventually brought him to our city.
Jerry's incredible journey is guaranteed to inspire you to make the most of the life you've been given.
2022-07-0150 minParagould PodcastA 100-Year-Old Murder Mystery in Paragould Told by Award-Winning Historian Erik WrightOn Wednesday, December 29, 1909, James Henry Trammell walked into the Elk Cafe in downtown Paragould. After getting into an argument with Charles Gragg, Trammell pulled a gun, shot, and killed Gragg. He immediately headed west to evade police, and from there the story gets really interesting.
You will not want to miss one minute of award-winning historian Erik Wright as he uncovers a mystery that leads from Paragould, to Memphis, San Francisco, and even Sydney, Australia!
2022-06-2441 minParagould PodcastDonis Hamilton Talks About Flying, Leadership Paragould, and Buying Access to PoliticiansDonis Hamilton is a retired attorney who moved to Paragould over 55 years ago. Since that time, Donis has served on the airport commission and has played a major role in the development of Leadership Paragould, the 412 bridge project, and more.
He even gets into the sticky subject of buying access to politicians. This is an episode you won't want to miss!
2022-06-171h 04Paragould PodcastUniversity of Arkansas Track Starter, Retired Banker, and Producer of The Ultimate Oldies Show, Joe WessellJoe Wessell: Track starter for the SEC, advocate for the Collins Theater, retired banker, and a Paragould original.
2022-06-1047 minParagould PodcastWes & Sydney Watts on Why They Fell In Love With ParagouldWes & Sydney Watts moved to Paragould just over a year ago and have fallen in love with the city--especially the sense of community here. Wes & Sydney are both attorneys who met each other in law school.
Sydney grew up on a cotton farm near Rector and has a real heart to provide rural Arkansans and farmers access to the legal services they need. Wes is originally from Jonesboro and knew that he wanted to be a lawyer by the time he was in the 6th grade--either that or the first baseman for the St Louis Cardinals.
2022-06-0340 minParagould PodcastWorld’s Toughest Mudder, Drake Wallace, Talks About Discipline & Hard Work to Achieve Success
The World's Toughest Mudder, Drake Wallace, joins us on the Paragould Podcast this week! The son of an Army Ranger, Drake has learned the value of discipline and hard work to achieve success. He has competed in at least 16 Tough Mudder competitions and has made it all the way to Las Vegas for the World's Toughest Mudder event.
Find out why hard work beats talent and how to find the motivation to reach your goals in this week's inspiring episode. Make sure you never miss out by visiting ParagouldPodcast.com and joining our mailing list.
2022-05-2742 minParagould PodcastSonia Fonticiella on Life as a Criminal Defense Attorney and Running for OfficeSonia Fonticiella is the owner of Fonticeilla Law, PLLC in Paragould and has been practicing law for 13 years. She has served as a deputy public defender for Craighead County and an Assistant Federal Public Defender.
But Sonia is not defined solely by her career. She is a mother of six and a very active member of our community, and her passion for life and family really comes through. If you are a fan of criminal law, you will really enjoy this episode!
2022-05-2038 minParagould PodcastThe History of Our City with Paragould Legend, Bob BranchNo one knows the history of Paragould like Bob Branch. A retired attorney, Bob has lived in Paragould for over 9 decades, and his knowledge and story-telling ability are second to none. This is the episode we have been trying for so long to create. We hope you will enjoy it.
2022-05-131h 09Paragould PodcastPolice Captain and Candidate for Sheriff, Brad SnyderBrad Snyder's 25-year law enforcement career began with the Greene County Sheriff's Department in 1997 before moving to the Paragould Police Department. Now he is running for Sheriff.
2022-05-0644 minParagould PodcastA Conversation with Greene County Sheriff Steve Franks
Sheriff Steve Franks joins us on this episode of the Paragould Podcast. After serving as Marmaduke's Chief of Police for 21 years, Steve was elected Sheriff of Greene County in 2018.
With a tough race for re-election ahead, Sheriff Franks sits down to talk about why he got into law enforcement and tell us some of the accomplishments he's most proud of.
2022-04-2951 minParagould PodcastPresident of Black River Technical College, Dr. Martin Eggensperger
Dr. Martin Eggensperger joins us in this episode of the Paragould Podcast! Dr. Eggensperger is the President of Black River Technical College--"the MIT of 2-year colleges"--where they are interested in making heroes and craftsmen. Martin is a real cheerleader for the college and the investments they are making in Paragould.
This episode will get you excited about the future of our city. Don't miss it!
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2022-04-2246 minParagould PodcastLicensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) and founder of Hope and Healing, Luke LewallenLuke Lewallen joins us on the Paragould Podcast to talk about trauma. Luke is a therapist and Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW). He is also the founder of Hope and Healing, which specializes in trauma and is designed to help people in coping with emotional issues. hopeandhealingofnea.com
2022-04-1534 minParagould PodcastHugAgain With Stroke Victim and Lover of Life, Kevin Eubanks and His Wife LaurieKevin Eubanks suffered a massive stroke 8 years ago, which left him paralyzed on his left side. Events like this have a way of transforming a person's perspective on life, and Kevin was no exception.
Kevin and Laurie were recently featured on CBS's Sunday Morning and ABC's Good Morning America because of a simple invention that has given him the ability to "HugAgain."
After going on and on about his blessings in life, Kevin was asked, "Are you more blessed now?" To which he replied, "Well… I see the blessings better now." Listen to this episode to h...2022-04-0854 minParagould PodcastCurtis Hitt Talks About Murders in Paragould, the West Memphis 3, and Transgender Athletes
Raised on a row crop and produce farm, Curtis Hitt said he learned the value of hard work from an early age. He started his law practice as a state prosecutor and is now the owner of a general practice law firm in Paragould.
Hitt is running for the Arkansas Senate, District 21, which includes Greene, Clay and Randolph counties, as well as a significant portion of Lawrence County.
2022-04-0154 minParagould PodcastCountry Music Artist and Contestant on The Voice, Cory JacksonCountry music artist, Cory Jackson joins us on the Paragould Podcast. In this episode, you will get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make it to the big stage on shows like American Idol and The Voice. Cory is a gifted yet humble member of our community who is using his gifts to inspire others.
Learn more about Cory at coryjacksonmusic.com, and be sure to subscribe to our mailing list at ParagouldPodcast.com. The Paragould Podcast is committed to bringing you the incredible stories of people living right here in our community.
2022-03-251h 00Paragould PodcastHost of The Drive on 95.3 the Ticket, Brad BoboBrad grew up in Paragould and has been working in sports broadcasting for over 20 years. We can't promise, but you're likely to hear a lot about the Red Wolves--and maybe some references to classic Memphis wrestling.
2022-03-181h 03Paragould PodcastSteve Garmrath Talks About the Cost of Addiction and His Road to Redemption
Steve grew up in Paragould, was a star athlete in high school, played D-1 football for UCA (rooming down the hall from Scotty Pippin), and coached at the high school level. He seemed to have achieved the American Dream... just to lose it all to addiction. You can't miss Steve tell his riveting story of hardship, loss, and redemption.
2022-03-1156 minParagould PodcastOwner of Adam’s Nursery and Member of the Paragould City Council, Neal AdamsNeal Adams is our guest on this episode of the Paragould Podcast. A lifelong resident of Paragould, Neal is the co-owner of Adams Nursery and has an inspiring story of how hard work and passion can turn dreams into reality.
2022-03-0424 minParagould PodcastThe Owners of Shadrach’s Coffee, Gabe and Tiffany BlackGabe and Tiffany have an interesting and inspiring story that brought them together and ultimately brought them to Paragould. They are now the owners of Shadrach's Coffee in Paragould and are about to break ground on a second location.
The Paragould Podcast exists to bring you the incredible stories of people in the city you call home.
2022-02-2546 minParagould Podcast45 Year Paragould Parks and Recreation Veteran, Pat Austin
Pat Austin joins us on the Paragould Podcast this week to talk about her love for creating environments within our city for kids and families to enjoy for generations.
Pat's love for Paragould and its people is unmatched. After more than 45 years with the Paragould Parks and Recreation department, she has a unique perspective on just how far we've come--including the development and management of our Community Center and Water Park.
2022-02-1849 minParagould PodcastApril Biggs Talks About the Fight for Her Life Against Breast CancerIn October of 2020, April Biggs got the news no woman wants to hear: "You have breast cancer." Listen to her inspiring story of courage and hope for others battling this dreaded disease.
2022-02-1137 minParagould PodcastRadio Personality and Co-Owner of MOR Media, Big O--Brian OsbornBrian Osborn (Big O) lives and breathes Paragould. He is a co-owner of MOR Media, a radio personality, and a guy who knows just about everything about our city.
2022-02-041h 09Paragould PodcastParagould’s New Head Football Coach David Gunn
An Arkansas native, Mr. Gunn is no stranger to athletics, especially football. His resume includes playing for the Arkansas Razorbacks from 1984-87, which included the 1984 Liberty Bowl and the 1987 Orange Bowl; winning several conference and state championships in his 11 years coaching high school football in Arkansas and Texas; 11 years experience as an assistant coach at Arkansas State University where he served as Interim Head Coach in the GoDaddy Bowl in 2012; and 4 years experience as the Assistant Athletic Director for Football at Auburn University.
Coach Gunn says, "I want to win games as much as anyone else, but my utmost concern a...2022-01-281h 09Paragould PodcastParagould Band Director Richie WilliamsRichie Williams came home to the Paragould School District as Director of Bands in 2007. Since that time, he has become what many refer to as the Nick Saban of band directors--building one of the most successful programs in the state of Arkansas and recognized across the nation. The Paragould Pride Marching Band has now won the Arkansas state championship a record six consecutive seasons!
Richie has a passion for the people of Paragould. He claims that excellence is not a geographic phenomenon and that anything can be accomplished, anywhere, as long as you’re willing to put the...2022-01-2129 minParagould PodcastJosh Agee on His First Year as Paragould’s MayorParagould Mayor Josh Agee returns to talk about his first year in office. From the 8-Mile Trail, to a new city website, to the newly announced Farmer's Market, Josh says Paragould is in the driver's seat. All this, he argues, is to improve Paragould's quality of life, which stands on 4 pillars: safety, schools, healthcare, and good jobs.
2022-01-1442 minParagould PodcastChief Master Sergeant and Author Ted MabryTed served on the bomb squad, worked alongside the CIA and fought in Vietnam. During his military career, Ted received a variety of badges and medals, most notably the Bronze Star Medal & Airman's Medal. In this episode, Ted shares how he earned those medals, and how he (in his own words) has "lived a full life with no regrets".
2022-01-071h 04Paragould Podcast2021 in Review: 3 Biggest Takeaways
Jared reflects on his 3 biggest takeaways from this year’s guests and shares a few highlights from various episodes.
2021-12-2328 minParagould PodcastA Message to Kids from Santa!Santa stopped by the studio to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas, and to let you know that he will be at the 2021 Winter Wonderland Christmas Parade in downtown Paragould on December 7th at 7pm.
2021-12-0301 minParagould PodcastFormer Mayor of Tuckerman and Retired State Trooper David Dixon i.e. Santa ClausDavid began his career as a State Trooper in 1984. During his first year, David was ordered by his post sergeant to play Santa at their Christmas party. Although he enjoyed the experience he didn't put the outfit back on until 2009. It was at that time he realized how much joy he could bring children, and after retiring in 2015 he decided to become Santa full-time and bring joy and laughter to young and old alike during each Christmas season. Visit https://neasanta.com/ to find out how to bring Santa to your next event.
2021-11-2630 minParagould PodcastChoosing Paragould and Family Business with Kenny and Beth FordBeth and Kenny are approaching their 29th anniversary of living in Paragould, and on today's episode they discuss what drew them here. Additionally, the Fords offer great insight as to what builds a strong family and lasting marriage.
2021-11-1938 minParagould PodcastFriendship and Learning to Bloom Where You are Planted with Bryce and Heidi AndersonBryce and Heidi moved to Paragould with plans to get their careers and marriage kick-started before moving on to bigger and better things. Because of their friendships and community, they are still here 15 years later with deep roots and a commitment to see our city thrive. Today they join us on the podcast to discuss their journey and the beauty of friendships.
Bryce is an Agriculture Sales Representative for Syngenta. Heidi is a CPA and owner of Heidi Anderson CPA: Taxation, Accounting, Advisory
2021-11-1236 minParagould PodcastSomething Sweet and Something Pawsitive Owner Tracy MothershedIn addition to being the owner of Something Sweet, Tracy is the Cake Artist. In this episode, she shares why she started baking, how it turned into a business, and why she opened Paragould's only cat lounge, Something Pawsitive.
2021-11-0532 minParagould PodcastMain Street Paragould Director Gina Jarrett and Assistant Director Miranda MaxwellOn today's episode, Gina and Miranda provide a quick history lesson of downtown Paragould. Our city is served well by these two women who love the city and desire to see it flourish.
2021-10-2932 minParagould PodcastExecutive Vice President/COO at BUNN Mark WatsonMark was raised in Paragould and had plans to live here forever. After finishing college, there were no jobs in the area so he began working an entry-level position at Parker Hannifin in Trumann, AR, where he was eventually promoted to the position of Global Operations Manager. In 2011, he started at BUNN, and today he's their COO. Mark is a humble, honest leader who loves our city.
His new book, Joyous Leadership: Stories of Learnings Along the Way will be available to order later this year.
2021-10-2249 minParagould PodcastLicensed Counselor and Motivational Speaker Matthew KnightFor the last fifteen years, Matthew Knight has worked in education, public relations, and marketing for Mid-South Health Systems. He develops and provides a variety of training programs for business, industry, and educational groups.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, he has thirty years experience in mental health services, and he provides education, consulting, and motivational presentations across the U.S.
In addition he has been a school teacher and administrator, started two businesses, written music in Nashville, and produced an award winning motion picture.His book, “Leaving Fingerprints,” is available on Amazon.
2021-10-1553 minParagould PodcastOwner of Cultured Man and CEO of Project Paragould Nate ArchibaldNate is a lifelong Paragould resident, and he opened Cultured Man in downtown earlier this year. As CEO of Project Paragould, Nate organizes individuals to make Paragould a cleaner, neater, safer and more exciting place to live and visit.
2021-10-0826 minParagould PodcastMiracles and The Joy of Serving Others with Operator of Downtown Nutrition Leslie BallardLeslie loves serving Paragould both through tasty teas and spiritual encouragement. In this episode, Leslie shares with us what is in her heart that ultimately drives her hands to serve others. In addition to her work at Downtown Nutrition, Leslie is the owner of Branding Soul, a realtor for Arkansas Elite Realty, and the co-president of the Paragould Women's Networking group.
2021-10-0131 minParagould PodcastAttorney Harry Truman Moore Talks His Friendship with Bill Clinton and MoreBefore meeting President Bill Clinton and them becoming lifelong friends, H.T. made a name for himself in 1964 as a journalist for the Times Dispatch in Walnut Ridge, AR when he penned the story of The Beatles taking off at the local airport.
2021-09-2454 minParagould PodcastParagould Police Captain Brad SnyderBrad loves his profession and he loves serving Paragould. Listen today as he shares about his life, stories on the job, and what officers are thinking when they pull you over.
2021-09-1756 minParagould PodcastPolice Officer and Supernatural Fiction Author Priscilla JonesPriscilla joins us to talk about her books, work as a police officer and historical haunted home on Poplar Avenue.
You can find her website here: https://pljones.webs.com/
2021-09-1044 minParagould PodcastRichard (Dick) Pace, Coroner, Embalmer, Funeral Director, Vice President of Operations at Heath Funeral HomeWhat is it like to be surrounded by death for over 50 years? Dick Pace knows. Today he joins us to talk about why he chose his career path, lessons learned and so much more.
2021-09-0357 minParagould PodcastKiss the Cook Owner and Chef Libby GlascoListen as Libby and Jared talk about the 80s, cooking, starting your own business, getting over your fear of failure, the importance of loving others, and of course, Kiss The Cook.
2021-08-2739 minParagould PodcastAll-American Softball Player Braxton BurnsideAfter graduating from Paragould High School in 2016, Braxton went on to play SEC softball for Mizzou and later transferred to the University of Arkansas. Becoming a Razorback was a lifelong dream, and in 2021 she set the school's record for most home-runs hit in a single season. She just moved back to Paragould, and she's in the process of building a brand new facility in Bono, AR to offer softball and baseball lessons. You can find her stats here: https://arkansasrazorbacks.com/roster/braxton-burnside/
2021-08-2031 minParagould PodcastParagould FUMC Senior Pastor Rev. Dane WomackReverend Dane has served as Senior Pastor of Paragould FUMC since July 2019. He was raised in Cave City, Arkansas and earned degrees from the University of Central Arkansas (BS, MS) and Duke Divinity School (M.Div). Today he comes on the podcast to talk about his life, his perspective of Paragould, pastoring a church through COVID, and the great T.V show Ted Lasso.
2021-08-1339 minParagould PodcastPremiere Magazine Editor Richard Brummett
Before his current role as NEA's Premiere Magazine editor, Richard was the sports writer for the local Paragould Daily Press. Plus, you can find many old photos of Paragould posted almost daily by checking out his series "Today's Blast from the Past" on his personal Facebook page.
2021-08-0639 minParagould PodcastExecutive Director of the Children's Homes Micah Brinkley
Children's Homes, Inc. has provided help, hope and home to children and families since 1955. They are a faith-based, Christ-centered organization specializing in residential education care, foster care and adoptive care.
You can visit their website here: https://www.childrenshomes.org/
2021-07-301h 01Paragould PodcastFormer UofA Track Star and Senior Olympian Alvin ArnoldAlvin has received over 400 medals, ribbons and trophies as an athlete. Now 82 years old, Alvin joins us to recount some of his greatest memories.
2021-07-2341 minParagould PodcastThe Westside School Shooting and Choosing to Forgive with Gary CremeensPastor Gary was at the hospital for his normal Tuesday routine when someone informed him that 15 ambulances were on their way because Westside Middle School had just been fired upon by 2 teenagers ultimately leaving 5 dead and 10 wounded. Choosing forgiveness over bitterness was his message back in 1998, and today he joins us on the podcast to share why.
Gary is the Pulpit Minister at Hillcrest Church of Christ in Paragould, Arkansas.
2021-07-1651 minParagould PodcastFMH Conveyors' Senior Director of Operations Rickey EllisRickey's life is evidence that hard work pays off. He was raised by a hard-working family that instilled in him the values of establishing goals, taking risks and humbly leading. From chopping cotton to becoming a director of operations, Rickey shares what it means "to give an honest day's work."
2021-07-0957 minParagould PodcastPlatoon Leader in Afghanistan and Owner of CrossFit Cathal Randy VestRandy is an owner/operator of CrossFit Cathal. He's also the Executive Officer of the 875th Engineering Battalion. He served as a Platoon Leader in Afghanistan and today he joins us on the podcast to talk about his time in war, CrossFit, the importance of failure, decision making and more.
2021-07-021h 31Paragould PodcastAllen Engineering President Jay AllenJay Allen is the President of Allen Engineering. Though its headquarters is in Paragould, the company serves 30 different countries and is world famous in the concrete industry.
2021-06-2535 minParagould PodcastParagould School District ESL Director Danielle Honeycutt
Danielle currently serves as Paragould's ESL Director (English as a Second Language). She is fluent in Spanish, has lived abroad, taught at Little Rock Central, and today she joins us on the podcast.
2021-06-1850 minParagould PodcastLosing Your Best Friend / Dad to Cancer with Trey Dortch
Chip Dortch touched the lives of many people in our city. He was not only my (Jared Pickney's) little league baseball coach, but he also helped me get life insurance when I was first married, and then my first home loan years later. We played fantasy baseball together and continued to stay in touch until his passing. Today his son joins us to talk about the life, death and legacy of his dad.
2021-06-111h 03Paragould PodcastBeating Cancer and Making Wishes with Kendra StreetKendra was diagnosed with cancer when she was in High School. She was granted a wish by the Make A Wish Foundation when she was a senior, and now she gives back by making wishes for other children. Her story is inspiring.
2021-06-0440 minParagould PodcastStudent Pastor and Owner of Ohana Robert PiercyRobert Piercy works on staff at The Crossing Church. He is also the owner of Ohana Hawaiian Snow. He joins us today to talk about how and why he started Ohana.
2021-05-2826 minParagould PodcastThe Enneagram, Dead Animals, & A Story of Redemption w/ Adam BreckenridgeAdam was born and raised in Paragould. He has served as a Pastor at The Crossing Church for the last five years, but he recently took a job at Your Enneagram Coach. He joins us today to talk about his new job, anxiety, using humor to survive, taking pranks too far, and the importance of relational health.
2021-05-211h 06Paragould PodcastParagould Chief of Police Todd StovallTodd currently serves as our city's chief of police. He joins us today to talk about our police force, city crime and more.
2021-05-1435 minParagould PodcastAmazon's Sr. Manager of Global Learning & Ultra Marathon Runner Cody BrownCody grew up in Paragould. After touring the country with his band, he eventually settled into the business world. He now serves as a Senior Manager for Amazon, running global learning and development initiatives for World Wide Operations executives. He has competed in ultramarathons, is committed to investing in the city he grew up in, and today he joins us on the podcast.
2021-05-0738 minParagould PodcastNurse Anesthetist and Owner of Scatter Creek Berries Frank WilliamsFrank has two jobs that couldn't be much different. He owns Scatter Creek Berries and Produce. He also works as a Nurse Anesthetist at the Elvis Presley Trauma Center in Memphis. He comes on the podcast to talk about both.
https://www.scattercreekberries.com/
2021-04-3035 minParagould PodcastExperiencing The OKC Bombing and 9/11 with Chow's Michael TolsonMichael is the owner/manager/head chef at Chow.We talk about his experience in the food industry, along with his great work at Chow. But our conversation took a surprising turn when we learned that Michael was not only living in Oklahoma City when the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building was hit by Timothy McVay, but he was also in New York City on September 11, 2001.
2021-04-2348 minParagould PodcastCyclist and Firefighter Lieutenant Greg WebbGreg Webb discusses the life of a firefighter and his journey to earning a buckle at the Leadville Trail 100 Mountain Bike Race.
2021-04-161h 16Paragould PodcastBecoming a Real Life Ninja/Cowboy with Max Bishop
Max Bishop is most likely the toughest man to ever walk the streets of Paragould. He’s worked on a bomb squad for the President, is undefeated in no holds bars MMA, trains mules, and more. In this episode he joins us to talk about everything from fighting to friendship.
https://www.paragouldpodcast.com/
2021-01-151h 49Paragould PodcastLife After the Death of Your Children w/ Blake and Haley DeckBlake and Haley share their story of losing two children, being hit with waves of grief, and emerging stronger. Listen and learn how your worst nightmare can lead you into deeper joy. To learn more, check out Haley's book. ParagouldPodcast.com/Deck
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