A New American Town - Bentonville, Arkansas
Tune into Visit Bentonville’s podcast series for a weekly update on all things Bentonville, Arkansas. Hosted by Beth Bobbitt, you’ll hear captivating stories and updates from our city—connecting you with the locals that make this town worth visiting.
Episodes
184 episodes
Ride Through Bentonville's Food Scene with Hangry Pedaler NWA
Meet Joseph Nguyen, a manicurist by day and influencer by night. Discover how he channels his passion for food and cycling into the Instagram sensation, the Hangry Pedaler NWA. Listen as he shares the story behind the catchy name, and how it pe...
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10:29
Celebrating 15 Years of the Bentonville Half Marathon
Curious about what it takes to run a half marathon? Join us as we chat with Christian Moore from Bentonville Parks and Recreation about Run Bentonville. Celebrating its 15th year, this event has it all— a half marathon, a 5k, and a two-person r...
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16:36
Brothers Meethouse: Redefining Arkansas BBQ in Bentonville
AJ Baird and Chef Rob Nelson share stories of the opening of Brother's Meethouse—a place for community, good food and live music. AJ takes us through his culinary evolution from fast-food to the dynamic world of Good Gravy Group an...
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Season 7
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Episode 46
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24:36
Unveiling Bentonville's Newest Speakeasy: Callisto and Midnight (Art) Gallery
Step behind the curtain into Bentonville's newest secret, Callisto-- a speakeasy that combines modern flair with a tropical twist, tucked away through the Midnight Gallery. Dive into our engaging chat with the curator at Midnight Gallery and di...
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Season 7
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Episode 45
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12:25
Climb Bentonville: A Fitness Community for All
Join Betzy Boche, the general manager of Climb Bentonville, as she shares her passion for health and wellness and the vision for the gym. Get an insider's look at Climb Bentonville, a hub for fostering a love for climbing and fitnes...
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Season 7
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Episode 44
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12:59
Champions Ride in Bentonville: USA Cycling brings Collegiate Mountain Bike National Championships
Discover how Bentonville turned an unexpected opportunity into a major milestone for its cycling community! After a hurricane forced the cancellation of the 2024 Mountain Bike Collegiate National Championship in North Carolina, quick thinking a...
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Season 7
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Episode 43
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18:53
The Pulse of Public Art in Bentonville
Join us in a colorful conversation about Bentonville's vibrant public art scene with Tom Hoehn, chair of the Bentonville Public Arts Advisory Committee. Discover Tom's artistic journey, from his spontaneous mural escapades to his leadership rol...
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Season 7
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Episode 42
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26:12
Dirt Circus: Trail Running in the Ozarks
Hear from Rob Goyen about transforming his passion for trail running into the imaginative Dirt Circus series, coming to Bentonville and six other cities. Rob, the Special Project Manager for Dirt Circus, takes us on a journey from his early day...
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Season 7
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Episode 41
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25:08
Gift Buying Guide to Northwest Arkansas with Author Connie Cottingham
Hear Connie Cottingham, the author of A Hundred Things to Do in Bentonville and Rogers Before You Die, share her tips and holiday shopping secrets! With years of experience promoting destinations, Connie brings a wealth of knowledg...
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Season 7
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Episode 40
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16:31
OZASA Brings Adaptive Sports to Bentonville
Join us as we explore the remarkable journeys of Sean Kent, founder and president of the Ozark Adaptive Sports Association (OZASA), and event planner Brian Carlson. Both have turned personal challenges into a mission to expand adaptive sports i...
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Season 7
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Episode 39
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27:14
Haley Batten: Getting to the Olympic Stage
In this captivating episode of the New American Town podcast, host Nat Ross sits down with Olympic medalist Haley Batten, one of America's top mountain biking talents. Haley takes us on her extraordinary ride from childhood bike adventures to O...
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Season 7
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Episode 38
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30:19
Pedaling to Gold: Team USA Mountain Bikers on Training, Triumph, and Trails
Join host Nat Ross as he welcomes USA Cycling mountain bikers Brayden Johnson, Sofia Waite, and Madigan Munro to Bentonville, Arkansas. These elite mountain bikers share their journeys from NICA leagues to winning World Championship gold, discu...
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Season 7
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Episode 37
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24:32
Christopher Blevins and Riley Amos: Start to Finish as USA Cycling Mountain Bike Stars
In this inspiring episode of A New American Town, USA Cycling teammates Christopher Blevins and Riley Amos take listeners on a thrilling ride through their journey to the Olympics. These mountain biking phenoms share their roots in Dur...
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Season 7
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Episode 36
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26:07
Mountain Biking 101 with Nat Ross
Dive into the world of mountain biking with Colorado native and Mountain Bike Hall of Famer Nat Ross, who now calls Bentonville home. Journey from the sport's humble beginnings to its technological evolution as Ross shares insights from his pro...
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Season 7
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Episode 35
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22:28
The Life of a Travel Influencer with Emily Manasco of Somewhere in Arkansas
Hear from Emily Manasco, the creative force behind Somewhere in Arkansas. Discover how this flight attendant-turned-content creator is showcasing the hidden gems of the Natural State. From family-friendly adventures to seasonal hotspots, Emily ...
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Season 7
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Episode 34
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18:15
Time Loop: Nighttime Art Experience in Crystal Bridges' North Forest
Join us as we sit down with Ricardo Rivero, the visionary for Time Loop, an outdoor art experience at Crystal Bridges. The podcast will uncover the journey behind this latest project as well as Ricardo's transformation from a filmmaker to the c...
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Season 7
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Episode 33
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28:29
The Vision Behind Onyx Coffee Lab
Join our conversation with Jon Allen, the visionary behind Onyx Coffee Lab to discuss coffee culture and how their brand continues to reach millions. We uncover how a small coffee lab in Arkansas grew into a nationally recognized na...
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Season 7
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Episode 32
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16:24
Autumn Leaf Peepin’ in Bentonville
Dive into the natural beauty of Bentonville this fall with guests Samantha Best from Crystal Bridges Museum + Arboredum and Megan Love from Compton Gardens. Discover the wonders of fall in Northwest Arkansas, from changin...
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Season 17
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Episode 31
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21:53
Transforming Bentonville: Gnargo Bike Co.'s Affordable, Upcycled Cargo Bikes
What happens when art, cycling, and sustainability intersect? Meet Elysia and Zach Springer, the dynamic duo behind Gnargo Bike Co., a Bentonville-based bike manufacturing company that's redefining the cargo bike industry. Listen to how...
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Season 17
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Episode 30
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16:23
Thaden Field: Aviation Dreams and Offerings
Join us as Kelly Deeds, General Manager for Summit Aviation and Thaden Field, shares his journey from building model aircrafts as a child to piloting across the globe. Kelly outlines the steps involved in obtaining a pilot's license, adventures...
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Season 7
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Episode 29
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12:16
Explore the Ozarks with 37 North Expeditions
Join us as we sit down with Danny Collins, the visionary founder of 37 North Expeditions, whose journey is nothing short of inspiring. Danny's passion for the outdoors and his personal experiences have shaped 37 North into a catalyst for outdoo...
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27:53
Cycling Legend George Hincapie Brings the Gran Fondo to Bentonville
Listen in on the chat with the legendary George Hincapie, one of the most recognizable cyclists in the world. Hincapie has taken part in four Olympic Games, 1996, 2000, 2004, and 2008, in Atlanta, Sydney, Athens, and Beijing, and was a particip...
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Season 7
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Episode 30
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14:16
Dr. Mindy Besaw talks "Knowing the West" art exhibit at Crystal Bridges
Join us as Dr. Mindy Besaw from Crystal Bridges addresses traditional American Western narratives with passion and insight, discussing the groundbreaking Knowing the West art exhibition coming to Crystal Bridges from September 14 throu...
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Season 7
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Episode 28
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17:07
Inside Life Time's Big Sugar Classic with Michelle Duffy
On this episode of the New American Town podcast, we're joined by Michelle Duffy, Senior Marketing Director at Life Time, who shares about Life Time's impressive ecosystem. Listen to the conversation on how The Big Sugar Classic ca...
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Season 7
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Episode 27
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23:13
Bentonville's Unconventional Conventions: Redefining Conference Experiences
Join this chat with Visit Bentonville's VP of Communications Alison Nation and Katie Holden from Versapay about their insights and the planning process from Versapay’s recent Homecoming gathering.Alison shares how Bentonville is redefini...
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Season 7
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Episode 26
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19:13