Paragould Podcast

Curtis Hitt Talks About Murders in Paragould, the West Memphis 3, and Transgender Athletes

Raised on a row crop and produce farm, Curtis Hitt said he learned the value of hard work from an early age. He started his law practice as a state prosecutor and is now the owner of a general practice law firm in Paragould.

Hitt is running for the Arkansas Senate, District 21, which includes Greene, Clay and Randolph counties, as well as a significant portion of Lawrence County.

Country Music Artist and Contestant on The Voice, Cory Jackson

Country music artist, Cory Jackson joins us on the Paragould Podcast. In this episode, you will get a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to make it to the big stage on shows like American Idol and The Voice. Cory is a gifted yet humble member of our community who is using his gifts to inspire others.

Learn more about Cory at coryjacksonmusic.com, and be sure to subscribe to our mailing list at ParagouldPodcast.com. The Paragould Podcast is committed to bringing you the incredible stories of people living right here in our community.

Host of The Drive on 95.3 the Ticket, Brad Bobo

Brad grew up in Paragould and has been working in sports broadcasting for over 20 years. We can't promise, but you're likely to hear a lot about the Red Wolves--and maybe some references to classic Memphis wrestling.

Steve Garmrath Talks About the Cost of Addiction and His Road to Redemption

Steve grew up in Paragould, was a star athlete in high school, played D-1 football for UCA (rooming down the hall from Scotty Pippin), and coached at the high school level. He seemed to have achieved the American Dream... just to lose it all to addiction. You can't miss Steve tell his riveting story of hardship, loss, and redemption.

Owner of Adam’s Nursery and Member of the Paragould City Council, Neal Adams

Neal Adams is our guest on this episode of the Paragould Podcast. A lifelong resident of Paragould, Neal is the co-owner of Adams Nursery and has an inspiring story of how hard work and passion can turn dreams into reality.

The Owners of Shadrach’s Coffee, Gabe and Tiffany Black

Gabe and Tiffany have an interesting and inspiring story that brought them together and ultimately brought them to Paragould. They are now the owners of Shadrach's Coffee in Paragould and are about to break ground on a second location.

The Paragould Podcast exists to bring you the incredible stories of people in the city you call home.

45 Year Paragould Parks and Recreation Veteran, Pat Austin

Pat Austin joins us on the Paragould Podcast this week to talk about her love for creating environments within our city for kids and families to enjoy for generations.

 

Pat's love for Paragould and its people is unmatched. After more than 45 years with the Paragould Parks and Recreation department, she has a unique perspective on just how far we've come--including the development and management of our Community Center and Water Park.

April Biggs Talks About the Fight for Her Life Against Breast Cancer

In October of 2020, April Biggs got the news no woman wants to hear: "You have breast cancer." Listen to her inspiring story of courage and hope for others battling this dreaded disease.

Radio Personality and Co-Owner of MOR Media, Big O--Brian Osborn

Brian Osborn (Big O) lives and breathes Paragould. He is a co-owner of MOR Media, a radio personality, and a guy who knows just about everything about our city. 

Paragould’s New Head Football Coach David Gunn

An Arkansas native, Mr. Gunn is no stranger to athletics, especially football. His resume includes playing for the Arkansas Razorbacks from 1984-87, which included the 1984 Liberty Bowl and the 1987 Orange Bowl; winning several conference and state championships in his 11 years coaching high school football in Arkansas and Texas; 11 years experience as an assistant coach at Arkansas State University where he served as Interim Head Coach in the GoDaddy Bowl in 2012; and 4 years experience as the Assistant Athletic Director for Football at Auburn University.

 

Coach Gunn says, "I want to win games as much as anyone else, but my utmost concern as a coach has always been developing the person inside the player."

 

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