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TomCast

Welcome to TomCast – the unapologetically real podcast straight outta Hot Springs, Arkansas. Hosted by Tom Wilkins, we dive into the stories, scandals, and side-splitting moments that make this city tick. From off-the-cuff interviews with locals and wild conversations about life in the Spa City to the kind of small-town tea you won’t hear anywhere else, TomCast is your backstage pass to Hot Springs. We’re raw, we’re fun, and we’re bringing you the real Spa City — one episode at a time.

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All Episodes

28:15

The “Death” of Spa-Con? How @VXVEvents Brought It...

TomCast ·

2026/01/12

🎙 How VXV Events Is Transforming Spa-Con — Vendor Pricing, Admissions, VIP Passes, & Big Changes Coming This Year In this powerful episode, we sit down with Joey Mills of VXV Events to break down the real story behind Spa-Con’s new direction — and how VXV stepped in at a crucial moment to stabilize, rebuild, and re-energize one of the South’s most beloved pop-culture conventions. Spa-Con had reached a crossroads. Momentum felt uncertain. The event needed new structure, modern systems, and fresh

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45:10

She Quit Her $100K Job and Bet Everything on a Spa -...

TomCast ·

2026/01/12

Cathy Caver's life story reads like a movie script! From a tiny California town with 13 kids in her class to building multiple successful businesses in Hot Springs, Arkansas - this conversation covers it ALL. 🎭 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: - How she went from magic show assistant to spa owner - Surviving not one, but TWO major recessions as a business owner - The truth about opening a wine bar in downtown Hot Springs - Why she married at 16 and what happened next - Behind-the-scenes magic show disasters

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48:12

Show them through me, More than just a "Free Car"

TomCast ·

2025/11/17

THIS, THAT & THE THIRD Featuring Chris Smith | “More Than Just a Free Car — A Way to Turn Your Life Around Entirely” In this powerful episode of This, That & The Third, we sit down with Chris Smith, founder of the Show Them Through Me movement — a mission changing lives across Hot Springs and beyond. Chris breaks down the truth: This isn’t just a program that gives away cars. It’s a faith-driven, deeply personal journey that helps people rebuild their confidence, stability, and purpose from

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52:42

A Broken Assessor System in Garland County Shari...

TomCast ·

2025/11/13

Tom Wilkins sits down with long-time friend, musician, real estate broker, and community leader Shari Bales — a Hot Springs native with a life story full of grit, redemption, and purpose. Born right here in Hot Springs and raised in a lively family of nine siblings, Shari’s journey starts with one of the most remarkable backstories ever shared on the show: her father learning to paint inside Folsom Prison during the era of Johnny Cash’s legendary performance. From sneaking out as a teenager to

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149:24

Your Life Matters:My Hands to War’s Ursal Kingdom:...

TomCast ·

2025/11/04

In this emotional and unforgettable episode, Tercero Muñoz of Suite P Productions joins Cory Fisher from The Crashcast Podcast to honor the life of Dustin Montgomery — a beloved friend, musician, and creative spirit whose story continues to inspire countless others. Dustin’s legacy lives on through the powerful My Hands to War album “Ursal Kingdom,” written in his memory — a hauntingly beautiful collection that channels grief, love, and the struggle for healing through art. Together, Tercero and

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51:12

Karen Boyd & The Bucket List Bunnies

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2025/10/25

Karen Boyd isn’t your average guest.A healthcare administrator who spent years listening to Alzheimer’s patients share their regrets, Karen decided to change the script—for herself and everyone like her.What started as a small group of girlfriends in Hot Springs turned into The Bucket List Bunnies — a movement of women reclaiming joy, chasing adventure, and living out the dreams they thought they’d missed.In this unfiltered TomCast episode, Karen and host Tom Wilkins talk about: • The moment that

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60:51

Bards, Beer and Battles, What really happens at a...

TomCast ·

2025/10/14

In this episode, Tercero Muñoz sits down with Friar James (aka Travis Gates) — the man behind the Hot Springs Renaissance Faire — to uncover what really happens when history, fantasy, and a whole lot of mead collide. You’ll hear about: How a small Arkansas event became a full-blown medieval spectacle ⚔️ The hidden chaos behind jousts, turkey legs, and chainmail armor 🏰 Why people risk it all to live “like it’s 1599” — even for one weekend a year The heart and humor that keep the Ren Faire community

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39:27

Answering to You: Sheriff Mike McCormick on Respect,...

TomCast ·

2025/10/14

Host Tom Wilkins sits down with Garland County Sheriff Mike McCormick, a lifelong law-enforcement leader running for re-election in 2026. Sheriff McCormick opens up about his servant’s heart, his belief in respect for everyone, (citizens and inmates alike), and the tough decisions required to keep Hot Springs and Garland County safe. From cutting overall crime by 34 percent to building one of Arkansas’s top-rated detention centers, Sheriff McCormick shares how accountability, training, and

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49:41

The Art of Medicine: How One Doctor Balances Wound...

TomCast ·

2025/10/14

In this TomCast episode, host Tom Wilkins sits down with Dr. Laura Hollenbach, a physician who perfectly represents the art of modern medicine. From running a wound care clinic that helps diabetics heal and regain mobility, to serving as a pediatric gynecologist teaching young women about their bodies through Girlology; Dr. Laura’s story is equal parts science, compassion, and heart. 🧠 What You’ll Learn: How one doctor balances two medical worlds: wound care & OB-GYN Why there’s still an art to

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44:30

A Harry Potter Wand Changes Everything

TomCast ·

2025/10/03

Danny Harris is the Photo Video Specialist for the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office, where he covers events for senators, representatives, and civic initiatives. But his creative journey reaches far beyond politics. What began as carving a Harry Potter wand for his daughter turned into a passion for wood carving that would transform his life. Today, Danny is an award-winning artist whose fish carvings have been displayed in museums, celebrated at the World Fish Carving Championships, and even

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56:57

The Hidden Face of Human Trafficking in Arkansas |...

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

Human trafficking isn’t just a far-off crime—it’s happening here in Arkansas, often in ways that will shock you. In this powerful TomCast episode, Tom Wilkins sits down with Candice Martin, Anti-Human Trafficking Specialist, to expose the realities that many don’t want to talk about. Candice reveals: Why trafficking often looks different than what Hollywood portrays. How familial trafficking—parents exploiting their own children—is far more common than people realize. The signs to look for in your

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43:24

Rejected to Respected: How Coach Beau Brickell's...

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

What if everything you worked for — all the wins, all the trophies — didn’t actually matter? Coach Beau Brickell, two-time Coach of the Year, had the season every coach dreams of: 29 wins and a Final Four run. But the moment that changed his life wasn’t a championship… it was a hug from one of his players after a crushing loss. In this raw TomCast episode, Beau pulls no punches: ⚡️ Why rejection (30 ignored resumes) was his greatest blessing ⚡️ How faith redefined his idea of “winning” ⚡️ The single

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46:38

A Big Baby, Laundry Surprise & On-Stage Prop Fails |...

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

Actress & author Nancy Carlton joins Tom Wilkins for one of the funniest and most light-hearted TomCast episodes yet. From growing up in Arkansas and running switchboards, to raising a very large newborn, three marriages, and unforgettable theatre mishaps, Nancy shares stories full of humor and heart. You’ll hear about her days working at Fort Roots, sorting laundry in a hospital, the chaos of live stage productions (including props that didn’t quite cooperate), and the creative surprises that

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60:46

From Newsrooms to Public Service: Jim Keary’s Journey...

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

In this episode of TomCast, host Tom Wilkins sits down with Jim Keary to explore his remarkable path through journalism, government, and now local politics. Jim shares stories from his early days as a newspaper editor, his time in Washington uncovering corruption, and his work in county communications. Now running for Garland County Tax Collector, Jim opens up about why he’s stepping back into public service, the challenges within the office, and his vision for better efficiency, transparency, and

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57:24

The Woman With No Stomach: Amber Henson Beating the...

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

In this episode of TomCast, host Tom Wilkins sits down with Amber Henson, one of Hot Springs’ top commercial realtors, cancer survivor, and founder of My Tata Testimony. Amber shares her incredible journey: How one real estate deal shifted her career from residential to revitalizing downtown Hot Springs.Her deeply personal fight with breast cancer, discovering a rare genetic condition, and undergoing life-saving surgeries — all while refusing to give up.The mission behind her nonprofit, raising

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32:00

A Conversation with Garland County Republicans...

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

Republican Party committee chair, Gaylon Boshears, talks party progress in Garland County. Watch for more details on upcoming party events and learn more about how you can get involved.

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56:58

Dayton Myers: From High School Dropout to Political...

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

Whether you’re into politics, entrepreneurship, or comeback stories, this episode dives deep into ambition, resilience, and what it takes to stand tall under pressure. What happens when a 16-year-old 4.0 student drops out of high school, becomes emancipated, and jumps straight into real estate? Meet Dayton Meyers, a rising political voice in Arkansas, who shares his unfiltered journey — from bold career moves to public controversies, and why he’s determined to make his mark. In this episode of

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49:59

USA Crime and Mental Health with Q. Byrum Hurst Jr.

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

What does justice really mean in America today? Is it simply punishment—or is there a smarter way forward? In this powerful episode of TomCast, attorney Q. Byrum Hurst Jr. shares stories from the courtroom and beyond, exploring the cracks in our system and what it will take to fix them. From wrongful charges in Florida, to shocking headlines like the New York subway stabbing, to his belief that education is the greatest deterrent to crime—this conversation pulls no punches. 🎙️ What You’ll Hear in

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43:01

Politics and Pokemon

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

In this episode: Politics and Pokémon, Tercero Muñoz interviews Dustin Schreiner in a unique blend of civic talk and pop culture. From comparing political showdowns to gym battles, to exploring what leaders can learn from legendary trainers, their conversation is both insightful and entertaining.

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50:25

Economic Development 101 with Bob Driggers

TomCast ·

2025/09/30

Bob Driggers gives us a brief course on economic development, then takes us deeper into strengths and challenges of economic development in Hot Springs, Arkansas... plus, Tom and Bob discuss touring the abandoned Army Navy Hospital downtown, possible plans to renovate, etc.

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