District 3 Podcast

Elena sat down with Hayley Evans, who now runs her own marketing agency in Northwest Arkansas to talk about why she left teaching in Arkansas. She shares with us her experiences in great depth. Definitely an episode worth listening if you'd like to know more about what some Arkansas teachers experience in their day to day work life.

On this first D3 Mini, we sit down with one of the top comedians in Arkansas and friend of the pod, The Frisco Kid! We talk about where his name, his recent bout with kidney stones and much more goofy stuff! If you play this episode and turn your phone sideways, you can enjoy this episode in full video format. We hope that you enjoy and don't forget to drop us a follow and a 5 star rating if y...

On this episode we sat down with licensed therapist Joi McGowan and talk mental health. Joi is also the creator of the Resilient Black Women podcast . The RBW Podcast seeks to reimagine mental health access for communities of color are committed to redefining what it means to have courage, resilience and a healthy sense of self. We loved this beautiful conversation of a topic that sometimes gets t...

This week we got to speak to the powerful folks from Circles NWA. Circles NWA is a community-driven program that works to increase upward mobility for individuals and families in poverty in Northwest Arkansas. Based on the national Circles®USA model, the Circles program builds intentional relationships ( social capital ) across socioeconomic lines that help open up long-term pathways for economic...

On this episode we sat down with Tula owners Juan Bahena and Susana Ramirez Bahena as we discuss their new Non Profit Casa Dos Alas. A non profit fighting food insecurity in Northwest Arkansas' Hispanic communities through innovative partnerships that make access to food a celebration of community & culture.

On this episode we sat down along our guest cohost, local journalist Rachell Sanchez-Smith and chatted about the storm that hit Northwest Arkansas this past Sunday and the effects it's had on our community the past few days. Our thoughts are with everyone going through it right now and we hope this conversation reminds you all that we're all together on this rebuilding journey of support f...

On this week's episode we sit down with Content Creator Joe Cline and talk about what it takes to create a successful podcast in today's day and age. Joe is one of the creators of the LOL Podcast, a nationally known podcast centered around kids. He's currently a Vlogger, produces podcasts and is launching his own podcast studio in Arkansas. Check out this episode and learn more about Joe and his c...

En este episodio completamente en español hablamos con Milton Antonio que es el anfitrión de el Cicatrices Podcast. Hablamos sobre nuestra identidad, nuestra historia en la iglesia Católica, su podcast Cicatrices y mucho mas! No te quedras perder este episodio donde hablamos como libro abiertos. No conocemos de otra manera!

On this episode we sat down with Noelia Romero & Armando Marquez, two Arkansas Mexican Regional music musicians who are creating a buzz for their work in Northwest Arkansas and across the country. Learn about their beginnings, goals and future performances all on this episode #244.

On this no guest episode, the D3 crew catches up with things happening in their personal lives and community. We do episodes like this to take a breath here and there and re connect with ourselves on air :)

We've been wanting to have this conversation for awhile. We finally sat down community leader, non profit founder, connector, Stacy Harper! We discussed faith, her journey with breast cancer, her community work and so much more. Definitely an episode not worth missing!

On this episode we sat down with Martin Garay who is one of the artists/actors performing in the new Latinx Theatre Project: “Holy Waters” opening this week at the Medium in Springdale. Learn more about the production and much more about Martin on this episode!

On this episode we sit down with the Co Hosts of Fort Smith's newest podcast, Miranda Marie and Rnzo! Listen to this episode and learn more about how this project began and what their goals are. Their podcast, Fort Grit: Diamonds in the Rough is available on Youtube, Spotify and everywhere you listen to podcasts!

On this week's episode we sat down with Edgar Castorena. Edgar is a business owner, community leader in Searcy, Arkansas and brother of Carmen Castorena. Carmen was an artist, activist and The Carmen Castorena DACA Scholarship Fund created by Irvin is now raised in her honor. Learn more about her story told by one of the persons that knew her best, her brother.

On this episode we sat down with local entrepreneur and President of the Bentonville Islamic Center, Shahid Sheikh. We have a candid conversation about Islam, Ramadan, Palestine and much more. We really enjoyed this beautiful conversation that we hope not only educates people but brings us more together when we learn to understand each other a little bit better as neighbors.

Our guest Ricardo Munoz and 3 other owners have launched a new Latino Culture inspired Cafe in Downtown Springdale, Arkansas by the name of Cafe Con Chisme! A place with fun drinks, music that you and your parents will recognize and an atmosphere any one of your Latino family members can feel comfortable in. Learn more about the idea to start this cafe and what their vision is for the future in th...

This week we sat down with the powerful Marcina Langrine. Marcina is the Program Manager of the Marshallese Educational Initiative, the manager of the popular band MARK Harmoney and was recognized as one of the Little Rock's Soiree 100 Women of Impact in Arkansas. We discuss her birth state, her passion for her community, the effects of covid in the Marshallese Population and much more. We hop...

This week KUAF's Rachell Sanchez-Smith joined us as a guest co host as we sit down and just chit chat about what's on our minds. We discuss some of the cool things Rachell is doing for the Latina journalism movement at the University of Arkansas, we talk working out and Miggs on going travels. And much more! We appreciate all our listeners and people that continue to support our work to tr...

This week we sat down with our good friend Alice Gachuzo. She is the founder of the MLK Celebrations in Springdale that are celebrating its 7th year this year. On this episode you'll learn about how the celebrations started and what they will look like this year. The community comes together to create something beautiful every year. Check out this episode and follow us for more episodes!

On this episode we sit down with one of the most talented Chefs in our state and country, Chef Steven D. Brooks! We chop it up and discuss his humble beginnings, the video content he's putting out in the Internet of his delicious cooking and so much more. We hope you enjoy this very fun episode!

On this episode we sat down with Gabriela Caceres. She is one of the Co Founders of the SIA Sorority at the University of Arkansas. The first ever Latina sorority in the state. We discuss how the sorority was brought to the University, her origins and the impact she is trying to make in the corporate world today. This fun episode does not disappoint! Give it a listen and please follow us anywhere...

This week we sat down with Billy Cook who is running for State Representative for District 19 in Arkansas. We discuss his agenda, his plans during the campaign and much more. We hope ya'll enjoy the episode and don't forget to follow us for future episodes.

We sat down with the owner of maybe the warmest loving bar in all Northwest Arkansas, the Odd Soul! Jeffro talks to us about his many past jobs, his travels across the world, the origins of the Odd Soul and much more! Catch this fun episode we recorded with so much love.

Welcome to the District 3 Podcast, where the beats are as diverse as the stories behind them! In this episode, join our neighborhood disk jockey extraordinaire, Afrosia J, as she takes us on a rhythmic journey through her incredible music career. Starting out as a college radio host and music festival promoter, Afrosia J's extensive music palate was cultivated through years of traveling the re...

All co hosts episode where we talk 2023. Did we accomplish our goals? What do we want out of 2024? This fun episode we talk everything currently on our minds as we close out what has been a good year of accomplishments for our podcast!