The Helena World Channel: Recent Episodes
The Helena World
The Helena World is a 150-year-old newspaper headquartered in Helena AR. It has become the leading news source in the delta. With the leadership of Chuck Davis, Andrew Bagley, and John Dalencourt, the Helena World extended its footprint into the digital world by first going online, and now its podcasting service.
Can the SEC send five of its teams to the 12-team College Football Playoff? Otis Kirk and Rick Kennedy discuss the possibility.
In its SEC Preview, the AP cites Georgia and Texas as the best teams in the conference, and AP names 12 games to look for as hosts Rick Kennedy and Otis Kirk discuss.
Otis Kirk and Rick Kennedy discuss the first Preseason Top 25 College polls as familar names are seen at the top.
After seeing first nine practices, Otis Kirk believes Arkansas should be much improved in 2024. Plus, is Missouri really the 10th best team in the country?
Otis Kirk cites three reasons that he believes the Arkansas Razorbacks football team will improve upon their 4-8 record from 2023 in the upcoming 2024 season.
Arkansas star pitcher Hagen Smith receives a record $8 million signing bonus with the Chicago White Sox, and he could see Major League action as soon as September.
Six Arkansas Razorback baseball players hear their names during the first two days of the Major League Baseball draft led by Hagen Smith going #5 to the Chicago White Sox. Also, Hogs football is coming up Thursday at SEC Media Days in Dallas.
Rick and Otis discuss John Calipari's appearance on the nationally syndicated Dan Patrick Show as well as rehash the Arkansas baseball season, upcoming SEC football season, and ongoing College World Series between Hog SEC foes Tennessee and Texas a&M.
Otis Kirk believes there is some hope for Arkansas football in 2024. As most national pundits predict a 4-8 or 6-6 season, Otis explains why the Razorbacks may finish much better in the coming year. Plus, a general discussion of college football as the new season arrives soon.
Arkansas baseball fizzles out of the College World Series in opening home regional. Also, a discussion of coaching in a social media age.
The Arkansas Baseball Hogs prepare to open NCAA World Series play hosting a regional this weekend and opening against SEMO. How will the Hogs fare this year after getting spanked in 2023 against TCU? Also, revisiting questions about the NCAA's $20 million athlete fund.
The landmark NCAA settlement looks set to allow for schools to pay student athletes. What impact will this have on the SEC schools? Also, in TV deals, Fox announces a Friday night college football package.
Updates from Arkansas baseball and softball along with commentary on salaries in the NFL and NBA.
Rick and Otis review roster updates for Arkansas basketball and take a second look at the NFL Draft.
Episode 200 of the longest continuous podcast in southeastern Arkansas revisits current familiar topics like the NFL Draft, transfer portal, and NIL as well as an update on SEC baseball heading into the final weeks of the diamond season.
On Days 2 and 3 of the NFL Draft, three Arkansas players look to get their names called after an uneventful Day 1 for Hogs football. Also, weather wreaks havoc with the Hogs baseball schedule.
An update of Arkansas baseball, gymnastics, basketball as well as reflections on best Arkansas runningbacks and quarterbacks.
In a surprise hire, Arkansas names John Calipari as its new head coach for Men's Basketball. Calipari was the University of Kentucky head coach as well as Basketball Hall of Famer. Calipari replaces Eric Musselman, who departed Arkansas last week to become head coach at USC. Also, a discussion of the complicated legacy of OJ Simpson, who died of cancer this week.
As Eric Mussleman leaves Arkansas for USC, the search for a new Razorback Head Basketball Coach begins. Tennessee's Women's Basketball is also looking for a coach. Also, a discussion of the ongoing Men's and Women's NCAA Basketball Tournaments as the Final Four in both divisions commences.
Rick and Otis revisit the NIL and Transfer Portal as questions emerge at the statewide level what is to blame for the demise of the Arkansas football and basketball programs?
The Arkansas women's basketball team is defeated by Tulsa by 18 points in the WNIT. Kentucky and Mississippi State are shown the exit in the NCAA tournament. Plus, Clemson becomes the latest ACC school to file lawsuit to leave conference.
South Carolina shows Arkansas the exit in the SEC Tournament ending the Hogs basketball season. The Lady Hogs are expected to see action in either the Women's NCAA or WNIT. Plus football and baseball all happening over this week.
In ground-breaking development, Dartmouth saw its players vote to unionize. Will other college teams follow? And, what will the long term impacts be for college sports and the SEC?
Arkansas now sits at 14-14 as season gets away from them. Also, discussions of NCAA basketball and recent NCAA court rulings.
Hogs win and stand at 13-13 for the season. Questions remain on Eric Musselman's future as college basektball sees rant from another famous coach. Rick and Otis a discuss coach's challenges in today's climate as the Razorbacks hope they can sneak into the NIT.
An alternative analysis of Kansas City's Superbowl win over San Francisco by Rick and Otis.
Arkansas gets spanked by LSU as men's baskeball struggles. Plus, Rick and Otis follow up on a discussion of the upcoming Superbowl between Kansas City and San Francisco.
Fans are furious as the Arkansas men's basketball team continues to struggle. Rick and Otis discuss the Hogs woes. The Arkansas women are finding some success, plus Rick and Otis make early picks for the Superbowl.
Are the basketball Hogs "uncoachable"? Rick and Otis discuss the latest theory on the basketball team woes this season.
As snow engulfs much of Arkansas, the Razorback basketball team has gone stone cold. Rick and Otis discuss the developments along with big coaching changes in college and pro football. plus the NFL playoffs.
Michigan defeats Washington to win college football's national championship. Rick and Otis discuss the game as well as the upcoming NFL playoffs.
In the first episode of the New Year, Rick and Otis discuss the College Football Playoff semifinals as well as the Razorbacks upcoming game with Auburn on Saturday.
In this special Holiday Edition, Rick and Otis discuss various topics in the NFL, Arkansas football and basketball, and further explore the leadership crisis in Razorback sports.
Basketball Hogs see win, but several aspects of their game look suspect prompting some observers to ask if Sam Pittman is coaching hoops, too. Rick and Otis also talk about their college experiences and aspects of leadership, which seem to be missing in both football and basketball.
Men's and Women's basketball see unexpected losses over the week. Also, the state and national transfer portal is heating up with as many as 3,000 student-athletes in the football portal.
In this special extended edition, Rick and Otis discuss the return of Bobby Petrino, the College Football Playoff, the Transfer Portal as well as Razorback basketball.
Arkansas set to stay with Pittman, even after 48-14 disaster with Missouri. Otis and Rick discuss what Pittman needs to do as fans and donors are disinchanted. Also, a broader discussion of college football's upcoming Championship Week, and Alabama's comeback against Auburn.
Sam Pittman will return as Arkansas head football coach for 2024. Rick and Otis discuss the pros and cons of this development for the Hogs. Also, the Arkansas men's basketball team gets upset by UNCG in front of a Thanksgiving trip to the Bahamas.
Possible Pittman replacements are discussed as Hogs Head Coach's seat gets hotter. Rick and Otis look at the names as well as what has gone all wrong for Arkansas this season.
Arkansas breaks losing streak with big win over Florida, plus Men's Basketball starts its season off with a win. Also, Rick and Otis engage a discussion of team uniforms.
After taking a week off, Hogs football faces trip to Florida this Saturday. Can Arkansas bounce back. Arkansas men's basketball, meantime, scores a big win over Purdue. Also, a discussion of other happenings throughout college and pro football.
Offensive Coordinator Dan Enos is dismissed coming off Arkansas loss to Mississippi State. Are more chainges coming? Can Hogs recover as lost season?
As Arkansas falls to 2-5, discontent among donors brings questions to Sam Pittman's job security. Is Hog's coach in trouble? Otis and Rick discuss this hot topic issue as well as others in college football.
Arkansas sits at 2-4 with Alabama up next. Do the Hogs have a chance? Plus talk about current events in Pro and College football.
Has the Arkansas offense become too predictable? Did play-calling cost the Hogs a win at Texas A&M? Otis and Rick discuss Arkansas as well as other happenings in college and pro football.
Did penalties or coach's call at the end doom Arkansas against LSU? Plus, a discussion of other college and pro football topics from an exciting weekend.
After a loss to BYU, Arkansas sees LSU next and could face a 2-5 record by the time they play Alabama in a month. Can the Hogs rebound? Also, is the national media underestimating the SEC, which current has five undefeated teams?
Statewide columnists Rex Nelson and Steve Brawner have advocated for an "Arkansas Celebration Bowl" featuring the University of Arkansas and Arkansas State University every year in Little Rock. Rick and Otis discuss the idea of such a game, and why it may or may not happen after 2025. Plus, the 2-0 Razorbacks meet 2-0 BYU on Saturday.
Arkansas wins big in opener, but cream puff competition left much to be desired. Several cupcake bowls during opening week raise questions about scheduling. Plus, a discussion of newest ACC additions Stanford, Cal, and SMU as football season gets started.
Excessive heat was the order of the day as high school football kicked off in Arkansas last Friday. Arkansas saw its college opener moved as well. Should football be thinking about changing its calendar and shifting games further in to September?
Kickoff for the 2023 college and professional football seasons is days away, and Rick and Otis discuss a wide range of football topics in front of the new season.
Talk of conference realignment begins and ends these days with the ACC (Atlantic Coast Conference). Plus, breaking news on the death of Razorback great Alex Collins, and a look at the Preseason AP Top 20 as football season approaches.
FSU to the SEC? Stanford to the ACC? Rick and Otis discuss the latest news in major college football realignment and its impact on the future of the SEC.
Rick and Otis again revisit early predictions of Arkansas as a 6-6 team, Ole Miss has a darkhorse contender in the SEC West, and also touch on other college and NFL news.
Rick and Otis engage in lively discussions about the movies, Jason Aldean and a revisit of the Hogs prospects in the SEC football season.
Some early preseason predictions are saying Ole Miss is the team to beat in the SEC West this year, while Arkansas is predicted to place at 6-6. Rick and Otis talk about why the early picks could be all wrong.
A way too early discussion of various SEC and National College Football predictions with Rick and Otis.
Due to listener feedback, Rick and Otis again dive into NIL (Name Image Likeness) in college sports.
Arkansas and other SEC schools look to Congress for action on the NIL. Rick Kennedy returns along with Otis Kirk to discuss the NIL and other topics in college sports.
Arkansas will host and play in the NCAA Regionals starting in Fayetteville this Friday. The Hogs will meet Santa Clara on Friday afternoon with TCU and Arizona as the nightcap. Otis and Rick preview the action as the Hogs start their journey to the NCAA College World Series.
SEC Baseball Tournament preview with Hogs seeing action on Wednesday. Also, a wrap-up on the Lady Hogs softball season, and listener comments.
Martha Stewart makes history as she was named as a cover model for the famous Sports Illustrated Swimsuit edition. Also, a complete rundown of the NCAA Women's Softball World Series, which includes the Arkansas Lady Razorbacks in action.
In Baseball, Hogs see winning streak, while Lady Hogs host the SEC Softball Tournament this week in Fayetteville. Also, a medical update on Quincy McAdoo.
Post mortem on the NFL Draft, which saw two Arkansas players drafted, and five others go as free agents.
Three Razorbacks are projected to be picked in the NFL Draft, which starts Thursday. Also, the Razorback baseball team still has another month of action before the SEC Tournament.
Otis Kirk gives his take on the Arkansas Red & White Game last Saturday as well as an update on former host Nate Allen.
The Red & White Game, Arkansas Women's Softball, and Arkansas Men's Baseball all have home games this Saturday, April 15 in Fayetteville.
The NCAA Men's Basketball Championship with UCONN winning, and the Women's Championship fallout between LSU, Iowa, and First Lady Jill Biden. Also, an update of Arkansas baseball.
Men's team falls to UConn in NCAA, while women are defeated by Kansas in WNIT after both teams make deep runs in respective postseason tournaments. Also, the Lady Razorbacks gym team heads to Norman for the Oklahoma regional this week.
Arkansas is back in the Sweet 16 and will face UConn in Las Vegas later this week. Gonzaga and UCLA meet in the other West regional. Also, women's basketball wins its game over Louisiana Tech n the Women's NIT. Plus, coaching chainges at Ole Miss and Arkansas State are discussed.
Arkansas men get NCAA bid, while Lady Hogs see Louisiana Tech in the WNIT. Rick and Otis preview both games in this week's podcast.
Otis and Rick take an extended look at the SEC Men's Basketball Tournament, where Arkansas plays Auburn on Thursday night. Also, a discussion of the Lady Hogs, who await an NCAA Women's bid after loss to South Carolina.
Otis Kirk speaks on his recent speaking tour at DeQueen. Plus updates on Hogs basketball and baseball.
In a key SEC battle, the Arkansas Razorbacks travel to #2 Alabama to face the controversial Crimson Tide basketball team as the regular season draws to a finish.
Razorback expert Otis Kirk provides updates on both the Arkansas men's basketball program and the new 2023 Hog baseball season.
Arkansas goes into Rupp Arena and scores big upset win over Kentucky. Plus, Rick and Otis talk Superbowl and the big game between the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles.
Massive Ice Storm brings havoc to all parts of Arkansas. Also, Rick and Otis revisit Women's Gymnastics and Olivia Dunne.
Olivia Dunne and LSU Gymnasitics, Arkansas state geography, and in the second half of the show, Hogs basketball and football coaches are the topics discussed by Rick and Otis in this week's edition.
Otis and Rick discuss the hoop woes of the Arkansas Razorbacks, who have lost three in a row going into a Wednesday night game against Missouri. The Hogs also see Ole Miss in a Satruday game.
The SEC rules again as Georgia boat races TCU 65-7 to take a second consecutive National Football championship. Rick and Otis discuss the game as well as the latest Arkansas recruiting news.
Otis and Rick discuss latest coaching hires, plus a side discussion on the brutal weather ahead.
The Arkansas Razorbacks manage a Liberty Bowl win despite questionable and poor calls by the officials. Subjects like targeting have emerged throughout bowl season. Can officiating be fixed?
A preview of the Liberty Bowl happening Wednesday between Arkansas and Kansas highlights the last podcast for 2022
ACL injuries, artificial turf, and the transfer portal are all topics of discussion this week as the Hogs head for the Liberty Bowl in Memphis.
Arkansas to head east to play Kansas at the Liberty Bowl in Memphis. Also discussions of the College Football Playoff, transfer portal news, and players sitting out bowl games.
At 6-6, Arkansas awaits a bowl assignment. Also discussed is the current status of the College Football Playoffs as well as SEC coaches and state troopers.
The regular season closes with Arkansas at Missouri this Friday. Otis discusses the Hogs victory over Ole Miss as well as the College Football Playoffs.
Otis Kirk discusses the LSU game and looks ahead to the Hogs all-important clash with Ole Miss as both teams come off disappointing losses.
Coming off an upset of Alabama, LSU comes to Fayetteville to face Arkansas this Saturday. Listen to commentary by both Razorback expert Otis Kirk and Tiger Coach Brian Kelly on today's podcast.
Razorback expert Otis Kirk discusses Arkansas basketball as well as the upcoming football game with Liberty in Fayetteville.
An update of Phillips County football with Desoto in the MAIS playoffs, and area teams like Barton and Marveil-Elaine still seeking AAA playoff berths. Central will finish its regular season at powerhouse McGehee in a special Thursday night game.
Arkansas scores big victory over BYU as they head into the Bye week. Otis Kirk discusses the game as well as other happenings in the SEC with Rick Kennedy
Martin Rawls is the special guest this week and discusses his run for Justice of the Peace as well as the future of politics.
Otis Kirk discusses injuries and problems with the Hogs as Arkansas struggles at 3-3 with BYU coming up Saturday
More HWHSD endorsements are presented by Helena World publisher Andrew Bagley in this special edition of the Helena World podcast. Also, a discussion of City of Helena West Helena financial problems
Arkansas has difficulties in loss to Alabama, and face surging Mississippi State next. Razorback expert Otis Kirk questions the effort as Hogs face headwinds.
Otis Kirk and Rick Kennedy discuss Arkansas loss at Texas A&M and upcoming game with Alabama as SEC play heats up
Helena World Publisher Andrew Bagley presents the editorial board's views on several of the upcoming school races with endorsements and analysis
Rick Kennedy and Otis Kirk discuss Arkansas close game with Southwest Missouri State and other topics in college football.
Captain Otis Kirk returns to discuss the Hogs victory over South Carolina as well as other happenings in college football.
This week, all local high school teams are playing on the road. Plus, a brief review of the Hogs win against Cincinnati in the college opener.
Every team in Phillips County has now opened high school football. Rick Kennedy takes a look at the early results, and looks ahead to the rest of the schedules.
Arkansas comes in at 19 in the AP Preseason Football Poll as the 2022 season is two weeks away.
Rick Kennedy and Otis Kirk discuss Razorback ticket sales, and Kirk gives an early breakdown of the Hogs' Sept. 3 football opener with Cincinnati
College football has released its first poll with the Razorbacks at 23. Otis and Rick discuss the other SEC teams in the poll as well as college football realignment.
In a podcast rebrand, the Helena World presents Rick Kennedy and Otis Kirk in Speaking of Sports. Listen as Rick and Otis discuss the sports topics of the day.
As Razorback sports are in off-season, Aliens, Bigfoot and NIL are the topics of discussion between Rick and Otis on this week's podcast
A discussion of the recent USC UCLA move to the Big 10, and what other movements for next for major college football.
A discussion of the CWS with the Hogs losing out to eventual champion and SEC rival Ole Miss
Arkansas, coming off a Monday loss to Ole Miss and a Tuesday win against Auburn, continue to fight in the College World Series with back to back games with Ole Miss on Wednesday and Thursday.
Arkansas leads a list of four SEC teams of eight playing in the College World Series starting this weekend.
Veteran sports writer Otis Kirk discusses the Hogs win over Oklahoma State to advance to the Super Regional at North Carolina.
Fayetteville's Otis Kirk steps in for Nate Allen as co-host for the Helena World's Razorback podcast. Kirk's tells his story to host Rick Kennedy as he assumes the role.
In this special podcast celebrating Law Day, guest host Emma Allen speaks with James F. Valley and Phillip Allen regarding their careers in the law as attorneys.
Andrew Bagley reacts to recent statements by Earnest Simpson at the Helena West Helena School Board in this special edition.
Razorback expert Nate Allen discusses Hog baseball as well as the aftermath of the Garth Brooks concert and latest NIL deal
Santresa Mayfield is featured as part of Saturday's edition of the Helena World debates and forums. Mayfield is currently serving as Incumbent Deputy Treasurer, and she is seeking the top post as Phillips County Treasurer. She speaks with Andrew Bagley.
Tamelkia Franklin, a candidate for Phillips County Circuit Clerk, speaks with Andrew Bagley as part of the Helena World's Candidate Forum series.
An attorney, pastor, book author and former State Representative, Jay Martin is running for Governor as a "Christian Democrat," and speaks to Rick Kennedy about his campaign
Nate Allen and Rick Kennedy discuss the Hogs win over LSU in baseball and Garth Brooks in concert at the University of Arkansas
State Representative Reginald Murdock is part of the Helena World's month-long debates and forums. Murdock is now running for State Senator and speaks with Andrew Bagley.
State Senator Mat Pitsch of Fort Smith is running for State Treasurer and speaks with Rick Kennedy about his campaign coming off a swing in eastern Arkansas.
General UA sports update with Nate Allen discussing football, baseball, softball, track and golf teams.
The complete audio version of the April 8 debate between State Representative candidates Mark McElroy and David Tollett at the Helena World. Andrew Bagley serves as moderator for the event.
Audio version of the April 7 debate between Dexter Miller and Kellie Ferris, the two Democratic candidates for State Representative District 62. Andrew Begley is the moderator.
A discussion of the NCAA Title game as well as Arkansas basketball players in transition.
The Razorbacks' two wins in the NCAA tournament are discussed as well as the Lady Hogs loss to Utah and brief updates on baseball and softball.
Rick and Nate discuss the upcoming NCAA tournament for both the Hogs and Lady Hogs as well and updates on baseball and outdoor track
Washington County Judge Joseph Wood is a candidate for Arkansas Lt. Governor, and he is on for the entire hour to speak about his campaign and the job.
Both Arkansas basketball teams, men and women, await their places in the NCAA tournament after regular season finales. Also updates on baseball and softball.
City Attorney Andre Valley is featured in two excerpts from the March 1 HWH City Council meeting in which he discusses the continuing issues with the Mayor's spending authority and possible illegal spending.
HWH Mayor Kevin Smith speaks to the ADEQ controversy with a local sewer leak as well as escalating situations with the City Council and City Attorney.
A big week in Razorback sports with Arkansas men winning big against Kentucky; Lady Hogs scoring win over MSU, and wins in track and baseball.
Nate Allen comments on Tuesday night's action with Florida as both the men's and women's regular seasons move down the homestretch.
HWH Mayor Kevin Smith is on for the full hour to discuss the city's water situation, relationships with the city council, and the need for citizen involvement.
Razorback expert Nate Allen looks at the Hogs upset loss at Alabama after beating top-ranked Auburn and also previews Tuesday's action with Missouri.
Nate Allen previews Tuesday night's Arkansas basketball game with Top-ranked Auburn taking place in Fayetteville. Also, an update on the Lady Hogs.
Basketball Hogs score big upset over West Virginia in SEC/Big 12 challenge. Nate Allen also discusses developments with Lady Hogs.
Arkansas Hall of Fame sportswriter Nate Allen discusses the rebound in Arkansas basketball, plus Sam Carter leaving Arkansas for Ole Miss in football.
Arkansas men's basketball has big win at LSU. Both men and women look to rebound in their respective SEC races in crucial upcoming conference play.
Arkansas rivals Georgia and Alabama meet in the National Championship game. Plus, Arkansas basketball woes are discussed.
Talking up the Hogs and their Outback Bowl victory over Penn State. Also, a discussion of the All-SEC battle between two Arkansas opponents, Alabama and Georgia on Monday night
The upcoming Outback Bowl is discussed as well as the impact of COVID during college bowl season. Also comments on the upcoming SEC season in basketball.
Discussed this week are the recent woes of Arkansas men's basketball as well as the surging women's team. Also, highlights of the Razorbacks national signing day group.
Razorback expert Nate Allen covers a range of topics from early recruiting, returning seniors, and the Arkansas men and women basketball programs.
From the Dec. 8 Helena Rotary luncheon, Rick Kennedy speaks with newly-appointed Phillips County Chamber of Commerce Director Nancy Magee as she starts her new duties in the region.
Rod Dowda's announcement regarding free City WIFI in downtown Helena is presented from a previous Helena World Facebook presentation. Dowda says free public WIFI is now available.
Razorback expert Nate Allen shares his thoughts on Arkansas and Penn State in the Outback Bowl as well as comments on Razorback basketball
In a big week of SEC coaching changes, Rick and Nate discuss the changing landscape of college football. Also, a wrap up of Arkansas football and update on Arkansas basketball.
Calling in from the Kansas State tournament, Nate Allen discusses Razorback basketball as well as Razorback football with Alabama and this Friday's game with Missouri
Razorback expert Nate Allen and Rick Kennedy discuss the Razorbacks big win against LSU and look ahead to Alabama. Also, on the show this week, a discussion of men's and women's basketball.
Desoto's Sam Pearson returns to discuss MAIS Media Day and his team's appearance in the MAIS Championship Game this Thursday. Also, at 33:45, Marvell-Elaine's Galdric Thrower discusses his team's playoff game at Rector.
Razorback expert Nate Allen and Rick Kennedy review the game with MSU and look ahead to Saturday when Arkansas meets LSU in Baton Rouge.
Both Desoto and Marvell-Elaine face playoff tests this Friday night. Desoto Coach Sam Pearson starts the show, while Mustang Coach Galdric Thrower's interview begins at 21:12.
Razorback expert Nate Allen and Rick Kennedy preview Saturday's upcoming game with Arkansas and Mississippi State University, plus a discussion of preseason Razorback basketball.
Rick Kennedy speaks with Memphis singer Margo Lucas about her Nov. 13 concert at the Malco Theater in downtown Helena. Lucas was raised in Helena and got her start at True Vine MBC.
Rick Kennedy and Nate Allen review the Arkansas/UAPB game and discuss a variety of sports subjects as Razorback football has an open date this Saturday.
Arkansas expert Nate Allen joins Rick Kennedy to discuss the Razorbacks loss to Auburn and the upcoming game on Saturday against UAPB on the SEC Network.
Mayor Kevin Smith returns to the podcast to announce the return of his Coffee with the Mayor and new Walk the Neighborhood programs starting Thursday, October 14
Razorback expert Nate Allen joins Rick Kennedy to discuss the upcoming Arkansas Auburn game as well as other happenings in college football.
Rick Kennedy and Razorback expert Nate Allen review the Georgia game and preview this Saturday's contest at Ole Miss on ESPN.
Leading a revival of Barton Volleyball, Coach Chastain Carpino speaks about the team as well as her duties in both volleyball and softball. Barton is hosting the 2021 district volleyball tournament in October.
Rick Kennedy and Nate Allen look ahead to this Saturday's clash with Georgia and also review the Hogs victory over Texas AM
Kolby Ford, Rachel Wilson, Nolan Dean discuss an upcoming Screen Writing Lab in Helena on October 25.
Nate Allen joins Rick Kennedy to preview this Saturday's game between Arkansas and Texas AM
It is Phillips Superbowl week. On this special show, Desoto Coach Sam Pearson and Marvell Academy Coach Ben Durham speak with Rick Kennedy about the big game. Pearson kicks off the show; Durham starts at 10:32.
Rick Kennedy and Nate Allen preview the Arkansas Razorbacks (2-0) upcoming game with Georgia Southern (1-1) in a special weekly edition of the Helena World podcast. Covering Razorback athletics since 1973, Allen is a well-respected expert on Arkansas football.
State political writer and Helena World columnist Steve Brawner discusses a wide range of state subjects, including Sarah Huckabee Sanders, mask mandates, schools, and abortion on this week's show.
In this special presentation, Arkansas expert Nate Allen provides his insights to this Saturday's showdown between Arkansas and Texas in Fayetteville. Both teams come off of opening day victories.
Ahead of the 2021 opener against Rice, Arkansas Razorback expert Nate Allen is on for the entire hour, breaking down the Razorbacks position by position, and he predicts Arkansas will finish 6-6 over this season.
HWH Mayor Kevin Smith discusses his recent decision to invoke a State of Emergency to address issues with the city's water system.
Special guests Kyle Miller and Bruce Hudson speak together about their efforts to preserve the legacy and the physical building at the historic Centennial Church in downtown Helena
A local political analysis by Andrew Bagley on the 2021 HWH School Board race as well as perspectives on Covid and masking are featured on this week's podcast with Rick Kennedy
HWH Mayor Kevin Smith gives a city update in the first half of the show, and in the second half, Nate Allen discusses Texas, Oklahoma, and the SEC as well as Razorbacks football. Allen starts at 33:36 in the podcast.
Mindy McAlindon is the Republican Committee Woman for the Arkansas GOP, and she will be visiting Phillips County on Saturday. She talks abut the party and the various 2022 races in the state.
State columnist Steve Brawner returns to the podcast to discuss Governor Asa Hutchinson's "Covid Conversations" as well as give his take on several statewide races in 2022
In this holiday special, Misti Staley is the guest as she tells her inspirational story of founding Helena's Freeman Playground, and she updates upcoming events there in July and August.
First segment features HWH Chief of Police Patrick Smith and information regarding incidents in March and May. The second segment features Munnie Jordan, the director of the King Biscuit Blues Festival, speaking to recent events at the HWH city council and giving a festival update. Jordan's segment starts at 36:00.
State Attorney General candidate Leon Jones returns in a follow-up podcast, discussing his recent visit to Phillips County as well as more of the issues, family and faith
2022 State Attorney General candidate Leon Jones, Jr. is the featured guest this week, speaking on the Helena World podcast in front of his trip to Phillips County on June 15.
This week is a special double edition of the Helena World podcast. The first segment introduces Ledell Tyler, a University of Central Arkansas journalism student who is interning with the Helena World over June and July. The second segment starting at 35.14 features a local news analysis with Andrew Bagley, the Helena World's publisher, who discusses current events at the city and school board.
HWH Mayor Kevin Smith returns to the podcast to discuss city council quorums and increased traffic in town due to the closure of the Memphis bridge
State Representative David Tollett returns to the Helena World podcast to discuss the 2021 State Legislative session as well as the recent graduation at Barton High School
Martin Rawls, the Phillips County GOP Chair, talks politics, and he also talks about his new job at Marvell Academy, being named the boy's varsity basketball coach
Nate Allen of Nate Allen Sports joins the podcast this week with an update on University of Arkansas athletics and spring sports
Arkansas State Senator Keith Ingram is the guest as he discusses his May 5 speech to the Helena Rotary Club as well as the results of the 2021 Legislative session and upcoming redistricting.
Julian Watson, a 1982 graduate of Elaine High School, and current president of the Elaine Alumni Association, is this week's guest
Rick Kennedy talks with veteran sports writer Fred Conley of Forrest City on all things newspapers and high school sports
Helena World Publisher Andrew Bagley speaks about local politics and the state FOIA hearings in this week's special edition of the podcast.
Nate Allen talks about the Razorbacks Elite Eight run in NCAA Basketball as well as great seasons by the Arkansas baseball and softball teams
Bonus: Hear Mayor Kevin Smith's original 2021 State of the City address as it was recorded on March 31.
Helena West Helena Mayor Kevin Smith discusses the state of the city, base pay ordinance, and residence requirements in this week's episode
Nolan Dean, producer of the PBS documentary "Rap Squad," is the guest this week as he speaks to the making of the film.
Maci Edwards of Helena Regional Medical Center is this week's guest as she discusses corporate wellness programs for employees
Munnie Jordan, the ageless director of the King Biscuit Blues Festival, talks about the upcoming festival for 2021 as well as being featured in an article on Forbes.com
State Senator Keith Ingram discusses the future of Medicaid in the current Arkansas State legislative session with Rick Kennedy
State Representative David Tollett speaks about current legislation during the Arkansas legislative session happening now
Special double podcast with Mayor Kevin Smith providing a snow update, then at 23:30, Luke Matheson speaks about Arkansas State University sports.
Nate Allen of Nate Allen Sports is the special guest, talking all things University of Arkansas sports
State Senator Keith Ingram returns to the Helena World podcast to discuss bills in the current Arkansas state legislative session, including abortion, state surplus, and bills he is sponsoring
Independent Arkansas state columnist Steve Brawner talks about ongoing legislative session
Helena West Helena Mayor Kevin Smith speaks to a recent proposed budget cut to the city's police department