Hot Springs Village is home to some of Arkansas’ finest golf courses, but few people know the remarkable story behind the creation of Isabella and Granada Golf Courses. In this exclusive conversation, former General Manager John Paul (JP) shares how local golfers and community members played a direct role in funding and developing these iconic…
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Hidden Hot Springs Gems: The Local Secrets Tourists Miss
If you’re planning a trip to Hot Springs, Arkansas, chances are you’ve already heard about Bathhouse Row and the area’s famous thermal waters. But what if you could explore the places locals talk about, yet most visitors never discover? In this guide, we reveal hidden gems in Hot Springs and Hot Springs Village that offer…
26 Years With Ike Eisenhauer Joy Pickering Reveals the Secret Behind State Farm’s Top Success
Why Has Joy Pickering Stayed With Ike Eisenhauer for 26 Years? What does it take to build a successful career that lasts more than two decades with the same organization? In this engaging episode, host Dennis R Simpson sits down with Joy Pickering to explore the remarkable story behind her 26-year partnership with Ike Eisenhauer…
Who Is Sir Striker and Why Is He Taking Over Midknight Tavern?
If you’re searching for free live entertainment, interactive music nights, and a true piano bar experience, Sir Striker is bringing all of that and more to Midknight Tavern. Known for his energetic performances and audience participation, Sir Striker has spent more than a decade entertaining guests on cruise ships around the world. Now, he’s creating…
SpaceX IPO FOMO Explained: Elon Musk’s Biggest IPO Ever? What Smart Investors Must Know Before Buying
What Is Driving the Massive SpaceX IPO Frenzy? The anticipated SpaceX IPO has become one of the most talked-about investment opportunities in modern market history. As Elon Musk’s private aerospace company continues to dominate commercial space launches, satellite communications, and government contracts, investors are eager to gain access to what could become one of the…
Best Army Corps Campground in Arkansas? Lake Nimrod RV Adventure, ALF, Kayaks & Nature Fun!
Overview Join Dennis R. Simpson and his lovely mate Diana Simpson on beautiful Lake Nimrod, Arkansas, for an unforgettable Memorial Day weekend! In this episode, we explore the pristine Carter Cove campground—a hidden gem run by the Army Corps of Engineers—and immerse ourselves in the surrounding national forest. Along the way, we cross paths with…
Exploring Hot Springs Village Venues: Hilltop Church to Lake Nimrod
🗺️ The Journey & Rural Dynamics What is hidden south of Lake Nimrod? Dennis and Diana travel to an isolated ridge on Brushy Creek Road, just south of Lake Nimrod, to explore the historic Hilltop Country Church (Established 1951) and examine the local landscape. How does “Big City Anxiety” contrast with “Small-Town Trust”? The hosts…
The Jessieville Forest Trail RIGHT UNDER our Noses!
Hosts: Dennis R. Simpson & Teresa Diana Simpson Join Dennis R. Simpson and Teresa Diana Simpson as we kick off a Memorial Day weekend adventure at the Jessieville Forest Station! 🌲🥾 Located just north of Hot Springs Village, this station is the heart of management for a massive region of the 1.8-million-acre Ouachita National Forest….
Mrs. Klipsch: “These Speakers AREN’T Klipsch!”
The Ultimate Guide to the Iconic Klipsch Heritage Series About This Episode In this episode, Dennis R. Simpson sits down with Chris Cooper of Solutions Home Entertainment to discuss the legendary Klipsch Heritage Series. Chris explains why these speakers—still proudly handmade in Hope, Arkansas—remain some of the most sought-after audio equipment in the world. Whether…
Abandoned Resort to Billion-Dollar Giant: The Arbordale Transformation
Usually from the shores of beautiful Lake DeSoto… we’ve gone slightly off-campus today. In this episode of Hot Springs Village Venues, Dennis R. Simpson and Diana Simpson cross the southern borders of the Village, stepping into the dense, overgrown vegetation of Fountain Lake to uncover a century-old secret hidden in plain sight. The Legend of…










