MaryAnn Leon is making it from scratch with her YGFBF Kitchens in Little Rock and Conway. What started as a food truck has grown with incredible food and a loyal following, as she puts her own spin on Southern cooking. And did we mention she's getting ready to launch Sunday Brunch?!?

On this episode, we discuss what YGFBF stands for and the story behind the name, the pressures of being a small business owner and how to handle haters.

Follow YGFBF Kitchen on Facebook and Instagram!

https://www.ygfbfkitchen.com/

Or visit in person... West Little Rock: 27 Rahling Cir, Little Rock, AR

Conway: 800 4th Ave, Conway, AR

In this episode, we discuss...

UALR

Conway Chamber of Commerce

Order Online

Support Arkansas Small Businesses

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Crystal C. Mercer is an author, activist, and artist who is creating a legacy through her words, her textile work and her wisdom. She joins me this week to share how she's reshaping culture in Arkansas, one space at a time.

On this episode, we discuss her travels to Africa, textiles and fiber arts, her fertility journey, her father's legacy, her books and the creation of A Black Space.

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Mercer Textile Mercantile https://mercertextilemercantile.com @StrongShears

A Black Space https://www.ablackspace.org/ @ABlackSpaceYall

In this episode, we discuss...

UALR Theatre Department

The Clinton School

Christopher C. Mercer Jr.

A Love Story Waiting to Happen

From Cotton to Silk - The Magic of Black Hair

M2 Gallery

A Black Space

Ledger Bentonville

Central High School

#InMyNaturalState

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Heather Nelson is a writer and entrepreneur who is taking giant leaps to initiate change across the Natural State. Her transparency about life and facing failure is something every person in the world can learn from. Her thought-provoking question "What are your failures trying to teach you" will have you re-examining the way you look at your choices and the way you find the courage to pursue new paths moving forward.

On this episode, we discuss all things solar and electric vehicles, the writer's life, a hike a week and the power of entrepreneurship.

Follow Seal Solar on Facebook and Instagram! https://sealsolar.com/

Follow EVOLVE Auto on Facebook and Instagram! Or visit in person: 700 W Broadway St Suite D, North Little Rock, AR In this episode, we discuss...

University of Arkansas Entrepreneurship Program

Rivian Truck

All Trails App

Jeff Rose

The Power of Writing it Down by Allison Fallon

The Artists Way by Julia Cameron

The Innovation Hub

The 52 Arkansas State Park Challenge

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This week, I'm sitting down with a powerhouse of a woman...Erin Hohnbaum!!! Owner of E. Leigh's and co-owner of The Nest, Erin is going above and beyond to create an uplifting and empowering space for women to step into their power in business and in life.

On this episode, we discuss creating space to make room for new opportunities, the people in your life who tell you what you need to hear, culture in the workplace and everything WOMEN!!

Follow E. Leigh's on Facebook and Instagram! https://www.shopeleighs.com/ Or visit in person: #1 - 2911 Kavanaugh Blvd, Little Rock #2 - 830 Front St, Conway #3 - 122 Marion #130, Lexington, KY In this episode, we discuss...

The Nest - https://www.facebook.com/thenestlr

Ghidotti Communications - https://www.facebook.com/ghidotticommunications

We Work - https://www.hulu.com/movie/wework-or-the-making-and-breaking-of-a-47-billion-unicorn-c6deead3-f45f-43c6-b8bf-fc56e9f8a589

The Limited - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Limited

Dare to Lead by Brene Brown

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh

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This week, I have the absolute pleasure of sitting down with Logan Duvall of Me & McGee Market. If you've never been to Me & McGee, you're going to want to make the trip just north of the river and make sure there's room in your car for all the goodies and fresh produce you'll find there! In this episode, we discuss using food to heal our bodies, what Logan and his family are doing to help farmers and how he's bringing it all together in his new Sowing Prosperity magazine.

Follow Me & McGee Market on Facebook and Instagram! www.meandmcgeemarket.com Or visit them in person: 10409 US-70 North Little Rock, Arkansas  72117 In this episode, we discuss... Sowing Prosperity - https://www.facebook.com/sowingprosperity

http://sowingprosperity.com/

Logan's book - Father's Heart - https://www.amazon.com/Fathers-Heart-Determined-Cancer-Striken-Journey/dp/1087976650/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1635265826&sr=8-12

Video Series - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-cHEs0ENjy2-BqpS81hzNg

Blue Zone - https://www.bluezones.com/

Grounding - https://lewishowes.com/podcast/the-ancient-healing-method-of-grounding-how-it-reduces-chronic-inflammation-with-clint-ober/

Lake of the Willows - https://www.facebook.com/Lake-In-The-Willows-Apiary-135351806620112 Tasty Acres - https://arkansasgrown.org/listing/tasty-acres/ 5 Acres - https://www.5acrefarmsar.com/

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When you come across something as special as Delta Dirt, it's impossible not to come back for more! This week, I'm joined on the podcast by the Williams' family, the founders and operators of Delta Dirt Distillery. Known nationally for their award winning sweet potato vodka, they are the first black-owned farm distillery in the country and they call Helena, Arkansas home. Trust me when I say, you're not going to want to miss this episode! Follow Delta Dirt on Facebook and Instagram! In this episode, we discuss...

Delta Dirt Distillery Video - https://youtu.be/LKD2LDRsoEI

Moonshiners: Master Distiller on Discovery+ - https://go.discovery.com/show/moonshiners-master-distiller-discovery

Helena-West Helena- http://visithelenaar.com/about-helena/

Double Gold in San Francisco - https://arktimes.com/eat-arkansas/2022/04/12/delta-dirt-distillery-wins-double-gold-at-the-2022-san-francisco-world-spirits-competition

Channel 5 interview - https://www.actionnews5.com/2022/05/25/5-star-stories-legacy-delta-dirt-distillery/

The Delta Grind - https://www.thedeltagrind.org/

King Biscuit Blues Festival - https://www.facebook.com/KingBiscuitBluesFestival Where to buy map - https://deltadirtdistillery.com/where-to-buy/

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Today I'm sitting down with Rex Nelson to step back in the past and look towards the future of what's coming for Arkansas. We cover a few of his favorite places to eat in the Delta, discuss how trails are changing our state and he shares a crazy moment that happened on air during a Ouachita football game! Follow Rex... www.rexnelsonsouthernfried.com Southern Fried Podcast: https://www.arkansasonline.com/news/2022/may/20/the-southern-fried-podcast-bringing-little-rocks-hospitality-and-tourism-industry-out-of-the-pandemic/ Learn more about Rex: https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/rex-nelson-15358/ In this episode, we discuss...

Delta Heritage Trail - https://youtu.be/w9vtlFj8oKc

Northwoods Trails - https://www.northwoodstrails.org/

The Root - https://www.facebook.com/rootcafe

Jones BBQ - https://www.facebook.com/jonesbbqdiner

Cypress Corner - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Cypress-Corner-BBQ/149269385104461

Craig's BBQ - https://www.facebook.com/pages/Craigs-Bar-B-Que/102935699768544

Ms Lena's Pie Shop - https://www.facebook.com/MsLenas/

Delta Dirt Distillery - https://youtu.be/LKD2LDRsoEI

Wilson, Arkansas - https://wilsonarkansas.com/ Wilson Cafe - https://www.facebook.com/eatatwilson Hotel Louie - https://wilsonarkansas.com/the-hotel-louis/

Ouachita Football - https://obutigers.com/sports/football

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There's a new restaurant coming to town you have to try and Heather Baber-Roe is sitting down with me this week to tell me all about how she got started in restaurants, how she moved from Manager to owner and the newest eatery that's taken over her world!! Follow Heather and her restaurants on social media! Baja Little Rock: Facebook, Instagram Baja Benton: Facebook, Instagram Valhalla: Facebook, Instagram RŌBER: Facebook, Instagram Valkyrie Axe Throwing In this episode, we discuss...

Live Entertainment in central Arkansas - https://www.valhallabenton.com/

Are you a high-functioning alcoholic? https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/high-functioning-alcoholic#1

How to get sober - https://americanaddictioncenters.org/sobriety-guide Ready for more Arkansas adventures? Follow Arkie Travels on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and TikTok