A New American Town - Bentonville, Arkansas
Tune into Visit Bentonville’s podcast series for a weekly update on all things Bentonville, Arkansas. You’ll hear captivating stories and updates from our city—connecting you with the locals that make this town worth visiting.
Episodes
230 episodes
You Belong Here at the Momentary for Music, Art, and Food
You Belong Here—as the artwork over the Momentary Green says, to hear Jill Wagar unpack how a former cheese plant evolved into a living room where music, contemporary art, and food collide. Jill shares the backstory of the Momentary’s rise alon...
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Bonus Episode: Off Season Christopher Blevins
We celebrate Christopher Blevins’ historic World Cup season and explore how he resets with mindfulness, play, and creative work. From Cal Poly roots to Stilspoke, he shares why slowing down builds a stronger racer and a fuller person.
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9:11
Road Trip to Bentonville with Wonderland on Points
A teen concert turned into a full-on adventure when Jo Brown, co-host of Wonderland on Points, who used her points-and-miles playbook to design a Bentonville escape. Jo walks through the meals that set a new bar—Table on Sixth’s craveable BLT, ...
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Blevins’ Big Year
We sit down with Christopher Blevins in Bentonville to unpack The 2025 racing season, which finished with Christopher at the top of the sport claiming both overall titles (XCC & XCO) in the World Cup MTB. If you’re curious about sustainable...
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Season 9
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Episode 34
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25:47
Bentonville's Guide to Inclusive Dining
We sat down with local food writer and curator Katie Robertson to chart Bentonville's rise as a destination for inclusive dining—with celiac-safe kitchens, vegan menus, and allergy-aware staff. Katie takes us behind the scenes of a movement pow...
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Season 9
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Episode 40
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16:56
Creating The Compton Food Culture with Chef Corrin
A Katrina-era detour turned a pre-med student into a chef, and her path led her to The Compton. We sit down with Chef Corrin Ellis, the executive chef behind The Compton’s food and beverage program, to unpack how design, community, and local fa...
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Season 9
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Episode 39
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13:24
Townie Burgers, Bevvies, & Bentonville Roots
We sit down with Luke Wetzel and Mollie Mullis to share how bonding over pizza led to the newest Bentonville hotspot, Townie Burgers & Bevvies. Hear about their roots and Luke's training under Alice Waters; and the influence on local, farm-...
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Season 9
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Episode 38
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18:39
Ramo: Celebrating 11 Years of Wine, Charcuterie, & Community
Ramo founder Laura Gheen sits down to share the journey of creating Bentonville's beloved wine bar, now celebrating its 11th year. From its origins as a cozy neighborhood gathering spot to becoming a Bentonville icon, Laura reveals what makes t...
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Season 9
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Episode 37
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15:09
Fall at the Museum: Get in the Game, Time Loop, & Crystal Bridges 2.0
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art is buzzing this fall with updates including the "Get in the Game" exhibition, the return of "Time Loop," and plans for a massive expansion doubling the museum's size by 2026."Get in the Game: Sport...
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Season 9
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Episode 36
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26:03
Big Sugar Classic: Transforming Bentonville into a Cycling Destination
Big Sugar Classic has evolved from a single gravel race to a major season-ending bike festival with world-class mountain and gravel bike racing, October 12-18 in Bentonville. Listen in as Michelle Duffy, VP of Event Marketing at Lifetime ...
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Season 9
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Episode 35
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16:51
Bentonville's Newest Boutique Hotel: The Compton
Welcome to A New American Town. In this episode, we are joined by Emily Reynolds at the New Compton Hotel to give us a first look at this brand-new hospitality experience.The Compton isn’t just a hotel — it’s a tribute ...
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Season 9
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Episode 34
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15:25
Bentonville's Vintage Warbird Restoration Legacy
Welcome to A New American Town. In this episode, we are joined by Jason Muszala, CEO of The Roost, a group based at Thaden Field in Bentonville dedicated to the operation, maintenance, and restoration of vintage WWII warbirds....
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Season 9
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Episode 33
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21:03
Shifting Gears: The Revolution of Viral Bikes
What happens when you completely reimagine how a bicycle drivetrain should work? Steve Domahidy, founder of Viral Bikes, is betting that the future of cycling lies not with the 100-year-old derailleur technology we've all grown accustomed to, b...
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Season 9
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Episode 32
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18:30
Revolutionary Biking Program for All Coming to Bentonville, AR
Welcome to A New American Town. In this episode, we’re talking with Adventure for All founder, Chase Pettey, about the new Bentonville adventure biking program launching in September 2025! Explore why Bentonville is the perfec...
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Season 9
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Episode 31
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25:54
Where Cyclists Stay: Bentonville’s Bike Inn
Welcome to A New American Town. In this episode, we’re talking all things two wheels and trail-friendly travel with Jeremy Rose, owner of The Bike Inn: a cyclist-focused boutique lodging and experience right here in Bentonvill...
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Season 9
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Episode 30
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18:20
Indian Culture Deepening Its Roots in Bentonville, AR
Join Visit Bentonville and the Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Executive Director, Srividya Venkatasubramanya, as we share the founding story, the importance of tradition, and building a bridge between cultures.Whether you're a visitor or loca...
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Season 9
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Episode 29
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19:07
Home of Pro USA Mountain Bikers: Bentonville, Arkansas
Team USA Cycling announced its 2025 Worlds Mountain Bike team today, and we are bringing you a behind-the-scenes conversation on this partnership, riders to watch, and why Bentonville remains the MTB Capital. Hear from Team USA on w...
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Season 9
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Episode 28
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17:23
A Walk Through Walmart’s History
Join Visit Bentonville and the Walmart Museum Director as we share the untold stories that bring Walmart's history to life at the Walmart Museum in Bentonville, Arkansas! Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent traveler, this episode ...
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Season 9
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Episode 27
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22:22
Rooftop Views: The AC Hotel Redefines Bentonville
Experience the newest jewel of Northwest Arkansas hospitality at the AC Hotel Bentonville. This European-inspired hotel is conveniently located at the entrance to Walmart's new Home Office campus, making it a must-visit for travelers and locals...
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Season 9
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Episode 26
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18:27
Dirt, Jumps, and Secret Spots: Your Insider's Guide to Hand Cut Hollow
Get the inside scoop on Hand Cut Hollow—Bentonville’s signature hand-built trail system—from the man who helped bring it to life. Uriah Nazario, VP of Soft Surface Trails at Trailblazers and lifelong local, shares the story behind this...
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Season 9
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Episode 25
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16:05
Heaven, Earth, and Underworld: The Three Dimensions of Dining at The Preacher's Son
Bentonville, Arkansas's oldest church, is home to one of the most iconic restaurants in town because of its historic Gothic-era architecture and unique experiences from rooftop to basement. In this episode, Natalie welcomes Head Che...
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Season 9
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Episode 24
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24:52
Affordable Housing for Bentonville’s Essential Workforce: First of it's Kind
In this episode, we explore a game-changing affordable housing initiative designed to support Bentonville’s essential workers, including teachers, hospitality staff, and service industry professionals through the new partnership between Bentonv...
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Season 9
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Episode 23
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21:26
Swim, Bike, Run for a Cure: Annual Trifest for MS
Join the movement and sign up today! TriFest for MS began when Jo Rampey, diagnosed with multiple sclerosis, set out to complete a personal triathlon, sparking a movement that has since raised nearly $900,000 for MS research. <...
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Season 9
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Episode 22
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19:03
Summer Secrets of Bentonville: Maximize your Experience
Join Visit Bentonville and creator Nichole as we share expert local insights on how to make the most of your time in Bentonville, Arkansas! Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent traveler to the MTB Capital of the World, this episode...
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Season 9
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Episode 21
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22:26
Solve for Yes: How Bentonville Inspires Change Worldwide
Get the inside scoop on the "Bentonville Best Practices Lab" Hear from Kalene Griffith, CEO of Visit Bentonville on the vision behind the program, as well as recent attendee, Amy Stearns, executive Director of Project 412 in Minnesota.Fr...
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Season 9
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Episode 20
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26:26