TomCast

In this episode of TomCast with Tom Wilkins, Tom sits down with Gaylon Boshears, Chairman of the Republican Party of Garland County, for a candid conversation about local politics, upcoming elections, Republican Party activity in Garland County, and the direction of Hot Springs, Arkansas. This wide-ranging discussion covers the current political landscape in Garland County, state and federal races...

On this episode of Tomcast, Tom Wilkins sits down with Shaun Keefe and Morgan Wiles — the Co-CEOs of @WinChoiceCorp — for one of the most wide-open, honest, and flat-out entertaining conversations we've had on this cozy little set. These two didn't just build a company. They built a movement — from an 8,000 sq ft garage to 430+ employees, a manufacturing facility in Mountain Pine, and a vision to...

Deeper than recovery, this conversation explores personal responsibility, self-forgiveness, and what it really takes to rebuild your life from nothing. In this episode of TomCast, Bryan Donoho shares an unfiltered story of struggle, identity, and transformation. From a childhood marked by instability and insecurity to years of addiction and two prison sentences, Bryan opens up about the mindset th...

In this episode of TomCast, Tom sits down with Lindsey Woods: speech-language pathologist, small business owner, and Mrs. Arkansas competitor, for a wide-open conversation about growing up in Redfield, AR, moving to Alaska at 22, surviving SA, hitting a mental breaking point in 2018, and rebuilding her life through therapy, community, and journaling. Lindsey's platform, "The Right to Write," makes...

TomCast is back with a fun one. In this episode, Tom Wilkins sits down with Stephanie Morgan for a conversation that quickly turns into one of the most entertaining TomCast episodes yet. From playful banter and unexpected moments to real estate stories, community development and Mountain Pine discussions, this episode covers it all.... Including a very special announcement from Tom Wilkins, soon t...

Pastor Doug Jones joins Tom Wilkins on TomCast for a powerful, honest conversation about faith, failure, redemption, and why he’s running for the Hot Springs School Board. From being sent across the country on a Greyhound bus with $100 in his pocket… to a life transformed by faith… to advocating for vocational training and real opportunity for students who won’t go to college… This episode dives d...

Jama Lopez is running for Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association Board of Directors. With 25+ years as a CPA and unique experience as both POA Controller and Board Treasurer, she brings unmatched financial expertise and a commitment to transparency.

Melinda West isn't just running for Garland County Coroner. From her days as a paramedic to investigating deaths alongside law enforcement, Melinda's spent years saving lives and serving families. She recently sat down with Tom Wilkins to share the untold stories of what coroners actually do, and why this office matters more than you think. 🗳️ ELECTION INFO: Early Voting: February 17, 2026 Primary...

🎙 How VXV Events Is Transforming Spa-Con — Vendor Pricing, Admissions, VIP Passes, & Big Changes Coming This Year In this powerful episode, we sit down with Joey Mills of VXV Events to break down the real story behind Spa-Con’s new direction — and how VXV stepped in at a crucial moment to stabilize, rebuild, and re-energize one of the South’s most beloved pop-culture conventions. Spa-Con had r...

Cathy Caver's life story reads like a movie script! From a tiny California town with 13 kids in her class to building multiple successful businesses in Hot Springs, Arkansas - this conversation covers it ALL. 🎭 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - How she went from magic show assistant to spa owner - Surviving not one, but TWO major recessions as a business owner - The truth about opening a wine bar in downtown...

THIS, THAT & THE THIRD Featuring Chris Smith | “More Than Just a Free Car — A Way to Turn Your Life Around Entirely” In this powerful episode of This, That & The Third, we sit down with Chris Smith, founder of the Show Them Through Me movement — a mission changing lives across Hot Springs and beyond. Chris breaks down the truth: This isn’t just a program that gives away cars. It’s a faith-...

Tom Wilkins sits down with long-time friend, musician, real estate broker, and community leader Shari Bales — a Hot Springs native with a life story full of grit, redemption, and purpose. Born right here in Hot Springs and raised in a lively family of nine siblings, Shari’s journey starts with one of the most remarkable backstories ever shared on the show: her father learning to paint inside Folso...

In this emotional and unforgettable episode, Tercero Muñoz of Suite P Productions joins Cory Fisher from The Crashcast Podcast to honor the life of Dustin Montgomery — a beloved friend, musician, and creative spirit whose story continues to inspire countless others. Dustin’s legacy lives on through the powerful My Hands to War album “Ursal Kingdom,” written in his memory — a hauntingly beautiful c...

Karen Boyd isn’t your average guest. A healthcare administrator who spent years listening to Alzheimer’s patients share their regrets, Karen decided to change the script—for herself and everyone like her. What started as a small group of girlfriends in Hot Springs turned into The Bucket List Bunnies — a movement of women reclaiming joy, chasing adventure, and living out the dreams they thought the...

In this episode, Tercero Muñoz sits down with Friar James (aka Travis Gates) — the man behind the Hot Springs Renaissance Faire — to uncover what really happens when history, fantasy, and a whole lot of mead collide. You’ll hear about: How a small Arkansas event became a full-blown medieval spectacle ⚔️ The hidden chaos behind jousts, turkey legs, and chainmail armor 🏰 Why people risk it all to l...

Host Tom Wilkins sits down with Garland County Sheriff Mike McCormick, a lifelong law-enforcement leader running for re-election in 2026. Sheriff McCormick opens up about his servant’s heart, his belief in respect for everyone, (citizens and inmates alike), and the tough decisions required to keep Hot Springs and Garland County safe. From cutting overall crime by 34 percent to building one of Arka...

In this TomCast episode, host Tom Wilkins sits down with Dr. Laura Hollenbach, a physician who perfectly represents the art of modern medicine. From running a wound care clinic that helps diabetics heal and regain mobility, to serving as a pediatric gynecologist teaching young women about their bodies through Girlology; Dr. Laura’s story is equal parts science, compassion, and heart. 🧠 What You’l...

Danny Harris is the Photo Video Specialist for the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office, where he covers events for senators, representatives, and civic initiatives. But his creative journey reaches far beyond politics. What began as carving a Harry Potter wand for his daughter turned into a passion for wood carving that would transform his life. Today, Danny is an award-winning artist whose fish...

Human trafficking isn’t just a far-off crime—it’s happening here in Arkansas, often in ways that will shock you. In this powerful TomCast episode, Tom Wilkins sits down with Candice Martin, Anti-Human Trafficking Specialist, to expose the realities that many don’t want to talk about. Candice reveals: Why trafficking often looks different than what Hollywood portrays. How familial trafficking—paren...

What if everything you worked for — all the wins, all the trophies — didn’t actually matter? Coach Beau Brickell, two-time Coach of the Year, had the season every coach dreams of: 29 wins and a Final Four run. But the moment that changed his life wasn’t a championship… it was a hug from one of his players after a crushing loss. In this raw TomCast episode, Beau pulls no punches: ⚡️ Why rejection...

Actress & author Nancy Carlton joins Tom Wilkins for one of the funniest and most light-hearted TomCast episodes yet. From growing up in Arkansas and running switchboards, to raising a very large newborn, three marriages, and unforgettable theatre mishaps, Nancy shares stories full of humor and heart. You’ll hear about her days working at Fort Roots, sorting laundry in a hospital, the chaos of...

In this episode of TomCast, host Tom Wilkins sits down with Jim Keary to explore his remarkable path through journalism, government, and now local politics. Jim shares stories from his early days as a newspaper editor, his time in Washington uncovering corruption, and his work in county communications. Now running for Garland County Tax Collector, Jim opens up about why he’s stepping back into pub...

In this episode of TomCast, host Tom Wilkins sits down with Amber Henson, one of Hot Springs’ top commercial realtors, cancer survivor, and founder of My Tata Testimony. Amber shares her incredible journey: How one real estate deal shifted her career from residential to revitalizing downtown Hot Springs. Her deeply personal fight with breast cancer, discovering a rare genetic condition, and underg...

Republican Party committee chair, Gaylon Boshears, talks party progress in Garland County. Watch for more details on upcoming party events and learn more about how you can get involved.

Whether you’re into politics, entrepreneurship, or comeback stories, this episode dives deep into ambition, resilience, and what it takes to stand tall under pressure. What happens when a 16-year-old 4.0 student drops out of high school, becomes emancipated, and jumps straight into real estate? Meet Dayton Meyers, a rising political voice in Arkansas, who shares his unfiltered journey — from bold...