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COOKIN' UP A STORY: No One Goes to Nebraska - Simon Lisun May 21, 2026

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When Simon Lisun was four-years-old, his family moved from Ukraine to the United States. Simon and his siblings didn't speak English, they didn't know many people in the US, and they'd never been before moving. In this episode, Simon discusses growing up, falling in love with the country, and his fondness for a cabbage dish that takes six hours to make. Give it a listen, it's a good one.

#ukraine #russia #ussr #immigrants #cabbage #drywall #oligarchs

COOKIN' UP A STORY: Arkansawyers - Rusty Guenard May 18, 2026

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In part two of our discussion with Rusty Guenard, we get into the Civil War, different schools of reenactment, and why the reasons brothers fought against brothers wasn't as simple as it's often presented. Give it a listen, it's a good one.

#civilwar #reenactment #civilwarreenactment #slavery #arkansas #arkansawyer

COOKIN' UP A STORY: The Forgotten War - Rusty Guenard May 14, 2026

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Rusty Guenard knows his history. And on this episode, he shares it with us. From facts about the Civil War to a discussion of the other forgotten war to cannon balls, this conversation has it all, so much so, that there's no reason to hype it further, though there if hang around for the whole thing, you might hear some rare greenroom banter at the end. Give it a listen, it's a good one.

#arkansas #arkansashistory #arkansawtraveler #arkansawyer #civilwar #warof1812 #revolutionarywar #muskets #cannons #artillery

COOKIN' UP A STORY: Left Turns May 11, 2026

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On part two of the Joe, Justin, and Rich episode, we get into dinner, NASCAR, dogs, sleeping arrangements for dogs, and more. It's all rabbit holes and left turns and it's a good one, give it a listen.

#dogs #dinner #supper #nascar #dogsonfurniture #amigos #friends #hashtag

COOKIN' UP A STORY: El Tres Friends May 07, 2026

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On the latest episode, Joe, Justin, and Rich flew solo. No Joe, no Adam, no guest. Instead, it's all rabbit holes. In it, we discussed camping, history, and more. Give it a listen, its a good one.

#rabbithole #camping #rusharkansas #ghosttown

COOKIN' UP A STORY: We've Had Some Fires - Shane Linn May 04, 2026

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On the latest episode, Shane Linn joins us to discuss Melbourne, Arkansas, country living, orbs, and wild men. A longtime friend of the show, Shane is one of storyteller's storyteller, even if he didn't necessarily know he was going to be today's guest. Give it a listen, it's a good one.

#Melbournearkansas #bigfoot #wildmen #spices #seasonings #orbs #fires #countryliving

COOKIN' UP A STORY: Not Just Comfort, But Comfortable - Kesha Wilson Apr 30, 2026

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Kesha Wilson, owner of Patrick's Burgers in Springdale, grew up in the restaurant she now runs. First opened by her grandparents, then by her parents, Kesha is a third-generation slinger of the finest burgers in Northwest Arkansas. In this episode, hear her discuss her upbringing, the restaurant, and why she loves doing what does. Give it a listen, it's a good one.

#burgers #patricksburgersspringdale #patricksburgers #beef #beeftallow #fries #milkshakes #malts #peanutbutter #bigfoot

COOKIN' UP A STORY: Take a Helicopters - Noah Kirby, Shane Kirby, and Rob Daugherty Apr 27, 2026

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In part two of our discussion with Noah and Shane Kirby and Rob Daugherty, we get into preservation of the Cherokee language, a language spoken by only 1500-2000 of the roughly 466,000 Cherokee people alive today. We also discuss the skill'li -- who may or may not pilot helicopters -- food, casinos, healthcare, and more. Give it a listen, it's a good one.

#cherokee #Cherokeelanguage #skillli #casinos #reservations #helicopter

COOKIN' UP A STORY: Go Cut Wood - Shane and Noah Kirby and Rob Daugherty Apr 23, 2026

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Shane and Noah Kirby and Rob Daugherty are on a mission to preserve Cherokee heritage. In part one of our latest, hear them discuss language, culture, and the future of tribal peoples. From the Trail of Tears to the State of Neosho, the trio offer a glimpse into what it's like being a Native American in 2026. Give it a listen, it's a good one.

#Cherokee #language #Oklahoma #TrailOfTears #Kamama #Neosho #nativeamerican #indigenous #tribe

COOKIN' UP A STORY: Black Friday Garage Sale - Tommy Rollins Apr 20, 2026

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On part two of our conversation with Tommy Rollins, we get into estate sales, the art of the deal, and what his goals are when he's hosting one. Give it a listen, it's a good one.

#estatesale #auctioneer #marijuana #BellaVistaArkansas

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