Best Randy Wilburn Podcasts (2024)

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Bonus - Mea Culpa from Randy Wilburn on May 17th, 2024 2:26

14h ago2:26

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We had a little glitch in the matrix yesterday evening and we dropped an episode that is actually not part of the Zweig Letter Podcast. We apologize for any confusion that this caused. First time in 8 years this has happened to us. The good thing is that the topic of the other podcast is totally germane to the Design Industry space so there is that…

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NWA Transplant: CEO of Smart Eye Technology Discusses Relocating to Northwest Arkansas and the Importance of the Local Business Ecosystem 37:32

1h ago37:32

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About the Show: "We want to build the kinds of communities where our kids will want to raise their kids." Dexter Caffey About the Guest: Dexter Caffey is the innovative CEO of Smart Eye Technology, where he leads the way in revolutionizing data protection through continuous facial recognition technology. Based in Northwest Arkansas, Dexter focuses …

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Crafting the Future: Bruce Katz on Urban Innovation and Northwest Arkansas's Potential 46:46

1d ago46:46

46:46

About the Show: "Cities are the vanguard of problem-solving in the modern world." Bruce Katz About the Guest: Bruce Katz, a renowned urban policy expert and the founding director of the Nowak Metro Finance Lab at Drexel University, joins us to share his deep insights on the transformative power of cities. With a rich background that includes advisi…

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How AI Can Benefit Your Small Business 28:52

2d ago28:52

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Artificial Intelligence or AI has been hyper prominent in the news for the last few years because it is changing the way we work. On today’s episode of The Tidbit, we are diving into all things AI, including how small business owners can use it to their advantage. Host Kim Bryden speaks with Matt Scharpnick, Associate Director at BCG X, the tech bu…

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Keeping It Real: How NWA Transplants Authentically Share Their Journey 48:52

5h ago48:52

48:52

About the Show: "Northwest Arkansas is part of Arkansas. You're going to find a lot of different areas, and, no matter what you're into, you're going to find your people." Brittany Swiderski About the Guests: This podcast episode offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of Brittany and Amin, a young couple who uprooted from New York to Northwest A…

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Small Design Firms Face Challenges in Talent Acquisition and Consolidation 46:54

9h ago46:54

46:54

Small Design Firms Face Challenges in Talent Acquisition and Consolidation "The dynamic shift since post-COVID has started an all-out war on talent. Smaller firms like ours... we're getting marginalized trying to acquire that talent and to hold on to it." Scott Erricson About the Show Scott Erricson is a principal and the founding owner of e2 Engin…

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St. James Food Pantry Director Discusses Serving the Community in Northwest Arkansas 51:28

6h ago51:28

51:28

About the Show: "Allowing people to work within their strength strengthens our whole operations of the food pantry." Monique Jones About the Guest: Monique Jones is a pastor and the Director of Outreach and Community Engagement at the St. James Food Pantry, part of the Squire Jahagan Outreach Center, a non-profit arm of St. James, the oldest Africa…

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The Tidbit Hotline: How to scale a small business when making an artisan product? 37:43

4d ago37:43

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The Tidbit Hotline is back! Hosts Kim Bryden and Tessa Velazquez are answering entrepreneurs' questions about everyday challenges they are facing. On today’s episode, a Northwest Arkansas chocolatier is looking for advice about how to grow her small business — especially when scaling a labor-intensive product! To help answer her question, two scrat…

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NWA Transplant Series: James Hawkins Discusses Mental Health and the Importance of Seeking Support 54:09

7d ago54:09

54:09

About the Show: "There's a lot of culture here in Northwest Arkansas even then. So what I ran into in my job at that time, I worked with a lot of business leaders, the church community, but also I worked with what they identified themselves as the hillbilly community." James Hawkins About the Guest: James Hawkins is a seasoned therapist and the cli…

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Fayetteville High School Football Coach Casey Dick Reflects on Championship Season 35:44

14d ago35:44

35:44

About the Show: "When they walk through that door, there are no differences. That's what we want to drive home." Casey Dick About the Guest: Casey Dick is a prominent figure in high school sports, known for his illustrious career both on and off the field. With roots in Allen, Texas, Dick has a storied background as a former quarterback for the Uni…

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How Improv Helps Entrepreneurs Navigate Uncertainty 33:55

18d ago33:55

33:55

To be successful in business, entrepreneurs need to be able to adapt to change, communicate clearly, build trust, and handle any unexpected challenges that come their way. On this episode of The Tidbit, Kim speaks with Mary Lemmer about how improv can help entrepreneurs navigate difficult situations, reduce stress and teach us important life lesson…

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NWA Transplant Series: Chef Michael Robertshaw Shares His Journey to Opening Pizzeria Ruby 42:47

21d ago42:47

42:47

About the Show: "I just wanted something a little more out of it, something a little more spiritual. But I think food is just one of those things that you can touch people's lives with everything you do every day." Michael Robertshaw About the Guest: Chef Michael Robertshaw is a seasoned culinary expert with deep roots in the New England culinary t…

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Luke Carothers on the Exciting Stories and Projects in the AEC Industry 33:57

25d ago33:57

33:57

Luke Carothers on the Exciting Stories and Projects in the AEC Industry “I’m very excited for the future of where the AEC industry is heading." Luke Carothers About the Show Luke Carothers is the Senior Content Manager for Zweig Group and also serves as the Editor-in-Chief of Civil + Structural Engineer Magazine. Specializing in content rooted in t…

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NWA Transplant Series: Nick and Meredith Castin Share Their Journey from Southern California to Northwest Arkansas 48:53

1M ago48:53

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About the Show: "If you're not growing, you're dying. Nothing's going to stay the same forever." Nick Castin About the Guests: Nick and Meredith Castin, a dynamic couple originally from San Diego, have made the picturesque Northwest Arkansas their new home. Meredith, with strong roots in Northeast Texas, aspired to be closer to family and sought ou…

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NWA Transplant Series: Introduction with Kyle Kellams 30:21

1M ago30:21

30:21

About the Show: "What percentage do you think are people who have moved here within the last ten years?" Kyle Kellams About the Guest: In this episode, host Randy Wilburn is joined by Kyle Kellams, the well-known voice behind KUAF 91.3 FM's "Ozarks at Large." Kyle's seasoned experience as a radio host and interviewer brings a unique perspective to …

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The Tidbit Hotline: What can new farmers consider regarding access to land? 36:01

1M ago36:01

36:01

The Tidbit Hotline is officially open! In this new format of The Tidbit, entrepreneurs send in challenges they are facing and hosts Kim Bryden and Tessa Velazquez brainstorm solutions and suggest actionable ideas along with special guest experts. On today’s episode, a mushroom farmer new to Northwest Arkansas is struggling to find a permanent place…

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Ozark Beer Company: Brewing Tradition and Building Community in Northwest Arkansas 45:20

2M ago45:20

45:20

About the Show: "We always feel like we're working very hard... I think we feel immensely grateful to have ended up in Northwest Arkansas." Lacie Bray About the Guest: Lacie Bray is a co-owner and visionary behind Ozark Beer Company, a craft brewery based in the Ozarks, celebrating the intersection of traditional brewing styles and community buildi…

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Capturing Essence: BLK ELK Media's Visual Storytelling in NWA 47:12

2M ago47:12

47:12

About the Show: "The stories we tell are the legacies we leave behind." - Daniel Mitchell In this episode of I Am Northwest Arkansas, host Randy Wilburn sits down with Daniel Mitchell and Trent Sugg, the visionary co-founders of Blk Elk Media. From humble beginnings to award-winning content creators, Daniel and Trent share their journey through the…

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UES CEO Dave Witsken discusses Growth Strategies and Talent Acquisition in AEC 35:26

2M ago35:26

35:26

About the Show "Having a good strategy enables good organic growth, both revenue and people.” Dave Witsken About the Guest: Dave Witsken is the CEO of UES, a company widely recognized in the architectural, engineering, planning, and environmental consulting spaces for its exceptional growth and industry impact. UES, under Dave's leadership, has not…

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What 10 years of entrepreneurship has taught Kim Bryden 38:20

2M ago38:20

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Cureate is celebrating 10 years this Fall! To honor the occasion, for the first time on The Tidbit podcast, our founder Kim Bryden is sharing her story. Tessa Velazquez, Cureate Facilitator + Coach, takes over the host mic to interview Kim about how Cureate got its start and the ups and downs of entrepreneurship! Tessa and Kim reflect on a decade o…

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From Farm to Fork: How Spring Creek Food Hub Supports Local Agriculture in Northwest Arkansas 47:18

2M ago47:18

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About the Show: "Feeding the community is not just about sustenance, but about nurturing a sense of togetherness and resilience through local efforts." - Anthony Mirisciotta About the Guest: Anthony Mirisciotta is the Executive Director of the Spring Creek Food Hub, which operates in Northwest Arkansas with a focus on addressing food insecurity and…

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Second Chances in the Ozarks: Nick Robbins' Mission of Hope with Returning Home 44:26

2M ago44:26

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About the Show: In this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas, host Randy Wilburn is joined by the compassionate and dedicated Nick Robbins, Executive Director of Returning Home. Nick, a beacon of second chances, shares the expansion of the organization and its profound impact on individuals transitioning from incarceration back into the community. Wi…

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Teeing Up Literacy: The Reading the Greens Event at Fayetteville Public Library 24:01

2M ago24:01

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About the Show: "The Fayetteville Public Library is so much more than a place to check out a book." - Christina Karnatz In this special episode of the I Am Northwest Arkansas podcast, host Randy Wilburn shines a spotlight on the Fayetteville Public Library, a cornerstone of the community that has touched countless lives with its transformative prog…

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Through the Lens of Love: Meredith Mashburn's Photographic Mission in the Heartland 47:30

3M ago47:30

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About the Show: "The art of photography really just comes from connection." - Meredith Mashburn In this episode Randy Wilburn delves into the evocative world of photography with Meredith Mashburn, a local artist whose lens captures more than mere images—it captures stories. Meredith, a seasoned photographer, shares her journey from a 12-year-old as…

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Building the Future: Kyle Cheerangie's Blueprint for Young Engineers 50:23

3M ago50:23

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Building the Future: Kyle Cheerangie's Blueprint for Young Engineers "You have to practice designing... You have to know what it feels like to load that information into your brain." - Kyle Cheerangie Summary: In this insightful episode of the Zweig Letter podcast, host Randy Wilburn sits down with the brilliant Kyle Cheerangie, a department manage…

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A Dream Realized: Alice Gachuzo-Colin's Civic Engagement and Community Roots in NWA 41:17

3M ago41:17

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About the Show: "Engagement in our communities shapes the foundation of our society, nurturing the seeds of change and growth for a better tomorrow." - Alice Gachuzo-Colin Join Randy as he connects with the inspiring Alice Gachuzo-Colin, a Springdale resident who has made a profound impact on her community through civic engagement and advocacy. Fro…

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Discover Anela Malik's Transformation: From Diplomacy to Digital Influence – Listen and Learn Her Secrets! 50:03

3M ago50:03

50:03

About the Show: "Exploring the world enriches us with experiences that resonate beyond borders, connecting us through the universal language of human curiosity and adventure." - Anela Malik In today’s episode, Randy Wilburn embarks on a journey of discovery with the well-traveled and insightful Anela Malik. A former U.S. diplomat turned influencer,…

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Fashion with Purpose: Support Inclusivity and Education at NWA Fashion Week 16:40

3M ago16:40

16:40

About the Show: "We provide creative support, highlights, and career development for people in the creative industry." Rochelle Bailey In this episode of I am Northwest Arkansas podcast, our host Randy Wilburn spotlights the upcoming Northwest Arkansas Fashion Week. Joining him is the dynamic Rochelle Bailey, Marketing Communications Manager at INT…

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