People of Northwest Arkansas

Hosted by Danielle Schaum and Danielle Keller

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Nov 2026

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The People of Northwest Arkansas is an award winning podcast celebrating the power of storytelling by providing a platform for individuals living in Northwest Arkansas to share their unique and inspiring life experiences. We believe that every person has a story worth telling, and through our podcast, we aim to amplify these voices through thoughtful interviews and engaging storytelling. Subscribe to our newsletter for giveaways and updates on our next episodes using the link below: https://form.jotform.com/243515630886159

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November 4, 2026Episode 546 min

Sam Dean - How The Amazeum Builds Confident Learners In Northwest Arkansas

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Amazeum CEO, Sam Dean, to talk about how hands-on play, real tools, and authentic design choices spark learning for kids and families across Bentonville and Northwest Arkansas. We also dig into the Amazeum’s expansion plans and why building a culture of curiosity can shape a fast-changing community for decades. Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

October 14, 2026Episode 441 min

How NWA Hard Knocks Turns Hard Stories Into Community Help

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Dana and Amanda from the NWA Hard Knocks Podcast to talk about how hard seasons can spark service and why local nonprofits deserve a bigger spotlight. We laugh through friendship origin stories, get honest about heavy topics, and leave with a clearer picture of how giving someone a microphone can move a community. https://madebybestudios.com/ Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

September 30, 2026Episode 353 min

Jessica Uranga - Thrifting Becomes A Mission When You Build Community First

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Jessica Uranga to talk about how thrifted fashion can build real confidence, create dignified community, and fund local nonprofit partners. We also unpack how Purpose Brands 414 scales mission-driven retail from women’s styling to family affordability and a new men’s thrift concept launching soon. https://madebybestudios.com/ Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

September 16, 2026Episode 250 min

The Bookish Side of Northwest Arkansas

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Rachel Stuckey Slaton of Two Friends Bookstore, Courtney Ulrich Smith of Underbrush Books and Dandy Roll, and Amelia Schembra, the new board president of Northwest Arkansas BookFest, to talk about how the book community continues to grow in Northwest Arkansas. Subscribe, share with a bookish friend, and leave a review so more readers can find us. Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

September 2, 2026Episode 151 min

Robert Burns: How The Walton Family Foundation Plans For Growth In Northwest Arkansas

Send us Fan Mail Northwest Arkansas is growing fast. In this episode, we talk with Robert Burns of the Walton Family Foundation about what it takes to keep the region vibrant, welcoming, and prepared for the future. We explore the foundation’s Home Region strategy through 2030 and what rapid growth means for our communities—from infrastructure, housing, and entrepreneurship to career pathways and the opportunities ahead for Northwest Arkansas. Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

June 24, 2026Episode 1538 min

Alex Fittin - How An Enneagram Coach Helps People Understand Themselves

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Enneagram coach, Alex Fittin, to talk about what the Enneagram actually measures and why a test result should never be the final word. We also get the real story of her path into coaching, her marriage and motherhood journey, and how Northwest Arkansas keeps changing for the better. @enneagramalex @alexfittin Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

June 10, 202642 min

Imposter Syndrome, People Pleasing & Burnout with Cody Bryan

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with therapist Cody Bryan to name what imposter syndrome actually feels like and why it so often targets high achievers, creatives, and people pleasers. We also connect the dots between imposter thoughts, social comparison, and burnout. @codybryancreates Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

May 27, 202648 min

Erykah Groff on Glow-Ups, Business & Motherhood

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Erykah Groff from Stay Rad Tanning to talk about getting a natural glow without the damage. Along the way, we get real about body talk, building a business in Northwest Arkansas, and what it’s like being married to a stuntman while raising three boys. @stayradbeauty Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

May 13, 2026Episode 1243 min

Inside Oz Trails Bike Park with Gary Vernon

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Gary Vernon to explore how Oz Trails Bike Park in Bella Vista was intentionally designed for riders of every skill level, along with families and even hiking enthusiasts. We also dive into how Northwest Arkansas evolved into a global mountain biking destination and what it takes to keep trails safe, welcoming, and connected. @garyk.vernon @oztrailsbikepark Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

April 29, 2026Episode 1152 min

Tom Hoehn on Curiosity, Community & a Life Well Lived

Send us Fan Mail We sit down with Tom Hoehn, a longtime digital marketing executive, community leader, patron of the arts, world-traveler and model, to talk about how curiosity can turn into a life of travel, art, and real community impact. We trace his path from early internet history to Northwest Arkansas civic work and why “say yes” can be a serious strategy for building a meaningful life. If you liked what you heard, please consider subscribing to the podcast so you never miss an episode. You can also follow us on Instagram at People of NWA. Please rate, review, and like us on any podcast platform where you listen. For more information about today's guests and the show, please check the show notes. Support the show https://www.buzzsprout.com/2241892/support

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