A New American Town - Bentonville, Arkansas

The Visit Bentonville Team sits down with Dana Schalgenhaft, a Bentonville native and Interim Executive Director of Downtown Bentonville Incorporated , also known as DBI. DBI is a 501-C3 Nonprofit with the goal of enhancing the experiences offered in downtown Bentonville. In this episode, Dana gives a glimpse into the incredible events, traditions, and opportunities their team is executing in down...

Crank up this episode! The OZ Trails team sits down with Anneke Beerten to share her inspirational story and insight into e-bikes.  Anneke is a Netherlands native, a 3-time mountain bike world champion, a PMBIA certified coach, and a resident of Bentonville, Arkansas.  Tune in to learn more about her introduction to biking at the early age of 3, the evolution of her career, her relocation, and e-b...

The OZ Trails team is in the studio with Scotti and Ernie Lechuga, Bentonville locals, and Founders of the OZ Development Team. OZ Development is a pathway and racing platform for up-and-coming junior cyclists, with a focus on top UCI-level junior competitions. While their efforts aren't about the results,  OZ Development hopes to prepare riders for collegiate or even professional racing if t...

This year the Visit Bentonville teamed up with Arkansas State Tourism , Arkansas Department of Parks, Heritage and Tourism , and The House of Songs to attend the 2022 AMERICANAFEST in Nashville, Tennessee. This year, the Americana Music Association selected the state of Arkansas as the regional music focus for its 22nd annual AMERICANAFEST. In partnership with Arkansas Tourism and Visit Bentonvill...

The Visit Bentonville team is in the studio with Myles Hartman, an NWA native and the Founder of Natural State Guides . When you base out of Bentonville, there are endless areas to explore in Northwest Arkansas! Natural State Guides has big plans and offers programming at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve , as well as other hiking, biking, yoga, and natural walk for everyone to enjoy! Click here for mo...

The Visit Bentonville team sits down with Zac Slusher, the co-owner and operator of The Witching Hour. The Witching Hour is a horror movie food truck that offers a unique ambiance and some of the best burgers you'll ever taste in downtown Bentonville.  Tune into this episode to hear about the evolution of the idea, how the Witching Hour was brought to life, and their plans for the future! Sta...

The Visit Bentonville team had Mary and Aaron from Ledger in the studio to get an inside perspective on what's happening behind the walls of the world's first bikeable building. Tune in as they delve into the community-centered concept of the 230,000-square-foot building of office space, retail experiences, and unparalleled design and architecture. This massive space has six stories of e...

The OZ Trails Team is in the studio with Bentonville locals, Wendi Scoggins and Angela Barcenilla, to talk about the incredible gravel cycling here in Northwest Arkansas. Bentonville is well known for its state-of-the-art trails and singletrack, but don’t forget about the gravel of the beautiful Ozarks. Tune in to hear our locals’ perspective of the terrain, inside advice, and more on the upcoming...

The Visit Bentonville Team sits down with Chef Rafael Rios, owner and operator of Yeyo’s . Yeyo’s recently was named one of the best fifty restaurants in the United States by the New York Times.   In this episode, Chef Rios talks us through his journey, from the hardest years of his life to an inspirational entrepreneur and exquisite chef.  Yeyo’s started off as a food truck in downtown Bentonvill...

The Visit Bentonville Team has Jordyn Haught from Thaden Field in the studio. Jordyn gives us a rundown on the wide variety of adventures, experiences, and education Thaden Field provides.  Thaden Field , also known as the Bentonville Municipal Airport (VBT), shelters a flight school, an exhibition hangar, an FAA knowledge testing center, scenic flights, discovery flights, lawn games, fuel, provis...

The OZ Trails team sits down with Rob Sandusky, Rapha 's Marketing Coordinator for Northwest Arkansas, to talk about the RCC Summit . The Rapha Cycling Club is an international organization of more than 20,000 cyclists from around the world. Tune into this episode to hear the inside insight on the RCC Summit taking place in Bentonville, AR from October 7th to the 10th. Keep up with OZ Trails...

The Visit Bentonville Team is in the studio with Charlotte Buchanan-Yale, Director of the Museum of Native American History . Charlotte discusses the museum's history, artifacts, and upcoming Annual Native American Cultural Celebration ! Tune in to hear more about MONAH's mission, inside information, and what you can expect from the 2022 NACC this September 19th-21st. Stay in the know wi...

The Visit Bentonville Team sits down with Mark Bray, owner of Airship Coffee , to hear more about the epic evolution and new expansion ! Mark shares his story with Airship - how it started, how it went, and how it's going. Tune in to this incredible episode to learn more about Airship Coffee, a staple in the Bentonville community. Stay in the know with Airship on Facebook and Instagram ! A Ne...

The Visit Bentonville Team sits down with Lucie Patton, Senior Marketing Manager at the Peel Compton Foundation , to talk about fall camping at Coler Mountain Bike Preserve . Coler is the ideal place for those looking for an escape. Learn more about the grounds, amenities, and unique experiences you can have camping at Coler. Plan a trip to Visit Bentonville this fall and camp at Coler ! Check out...

On the latest episode of a New American Town Podcast, we sit down with Jerry Helms , a Grand Life Master who is hosting a series of workshops during the 2022 Bentonville Bridge Tournament (Aug 3-5).  Jerry shares his love of the game, what it means to be a Grand Life Mater(the highest ranking in bridge) and why bridge tournaments have such a positive economic impact on communities.  Jerry has appe...

In this episode, the OZ Trails team sits down with Nat Ross to discuss Bike School Bentonville and their work helping others learn the thrill & safety of the trails in the MTB Capital of the World! A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to our n...

The Visit Bentonville team sits down with Austen Barron Bailey, Cheif Curator at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art to discuss We the People: The Radical Notion of Democracy . Listen now to learn more about the obtainment of the rare, original print of the US Constitution, the additional documents and artwork on display, and the upcoming events for this exhibition! A New American Town is here...

Off the road and in the studio, the Visit Bentonville team sits down with Kalyn Fay, a Northwest Arkansas musician to talk over her musical journey and upcoming performances taking place at Format Festival! Tune in to learn more and hear Kalyn's new song "Cherokee County" Hear more! Get your tickets! Plan your visit to Bentonville! A New American Town is here to help you plan your t...

In this episode, the OZ Trails team sits down with two members of the Women of OZ - a nonprofit organization in Northwest Arkansas that aims to break down the barriers of entry into mountain biking for women. The group focuses on education, equipment & intimidation to help women feel comfortable and confident in getting on the trails. Hear from Jenny Brady, Director of Development, and Jess Ha...

Have you heard?! Chef Matt Cooper is opening Conifer , his new restaurant here in Bentonville, AR! Conifer will be a 100% gluten-free restaurant, focused on relationships between local Northwest Arkansas farmers and the community. The concept of Conifer is centered around how we treat people, how we interact with people, and how we move forward together. Chef Matt Cooper has planted the seeds, we&...

In the episode, Visit Bentonville sits down with Kaitlin Garcia, Acting Curator of Visual Arts at  The Momentary The Momentary  is a satellite of  Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art , which focuses on visual, performing, and culinary arts. Tune into this episode to hear about the current exhibitions and upcoming events and workshops The Momentary has in store for this year! A New American Town...

After two years in the making, Bentonville, AR will soon become the home of the official Guinness World Record for the longest ramp to dirt mountain bike jump - ever!  Kody Clark , a native of Seattle, WA, a sponsored downhill mountain bike racer and former professional motocross competitor, plans to break the Guinness World Record for longest power-assisted ramp jump by bicycle in Bentonville thi...

Calling all Rule of Three riders, attendees, & ANYONE who loves competitive cycling events - you've got to listen to this!    Join the OZ Trails team to get insight into the intentions, challenges, and experiences of Rule of Three from Andy Chasteen & Lauren Pickman - the masterminds behind this brutally competitive race! A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bento...

Have you ever wondered what it's like to work at Visit Bentonville ?! Tune in to hear from our two new team members,    Lindsay Plomer and John Hysell ,  on what's happening with bus tours and sporting events in 2022 and beyond! A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitb...

Ready, aim, and let it rip! Today, we're in the studio with the Peel Compton Foundation team talking about one of their exciting properties - Osage Park , which is home to the Quiver Archery Range !   A New American Town is here to help you plan your trip to Bentonville, Arkansas. From guides, events, and restaurant highlights. Find all this and more at visitbentonville.com and subscribe to o...