https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-helena-world-channel--4479936enNewsCopyright The Helena Worldhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/67b18203edb644e956ab973016ffe10c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-helena-world-channel--4479936Sat, 01 Feb 2025 05:08:09 +0000The Helena WorldThe Helena Worldjohn@helenaworld.orgThe 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...cleanepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-martin-rawls--64112377https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64112377Sat, 01 Feb 2025 04:58:03 +0000The Helena WorldIn a special post-game segment, MA Coach Martin Rawls has led the Eagles to an upset win in the District Basketball tournament at Marvell Academy on Friday, and the Eagles look forward to competing for a District title and spot in the Regional...1082cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-rick-kennedy--64107680https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64107680Sat, 01 Feb 2025 02:50:37 +0000The Helena WorldPodcast Host Rick Kennedy discusses the local Phillips/Monroe sports scene heading into early February as several teams have their sights set on postseason basketball tournaments.2685cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-coach-chastian-carpino--64105874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64105874Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:38:28 +0000The Helena WorldBarton Volleyball Coach Chastian Carpino has built an emerging powerhouse in girl's high school volleyball.  She also doubles as Barton's softball coach, and she is preparing for new season starting in March.  Carpino discusses the progress of both...1756cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/local-coach-sam-pearson--64104650https://api.spreaker.com/episode/64104650Sat, 01 Feb 2025 00:33:52 +0000The Helena WorldDesoto Head Football Coach Sam Pearson, who also performs several coaching duties at Desoto Schools, talks about his football team's recent success, the idea of a three-peat, and the special challenges facing T-Bird Nation across all sports with...1576cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nfl-gearing-up-for-playoffs--63511498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63511498Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:23:21 +0000The Helena WorldCollege playoffs are not the only game out there as the NFL season finishes up with playoff positions and wildcard slots still up for grabs.  Kansas City looks like the team to beat in the AFC, while Philadelphia is surging in the NFC to challenge...2924cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basketball-hogs-sit-at-10-2--63511492https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63511492Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:20:25 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas basketball has a loaded SEC schedule ahead with nine SEC teams ranked ahead of it, plus an 11-2 Texas basketball team lurking outside the Top 25.1910cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/college-football-playoff-opens-to-mixed-reviews--63511328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63511328Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:18:01 +0000The Helena WorldFirst round routs have some questioning 12-team playoff.  Rick and Otis question seeding with Arizona State and Boise State getting first-round byes, and Oregon having to face Ohio State in the playoffs.2057cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liberty-bowl-sees-big-win-for-hogs--63511304https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63511304Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:16:01 +0000The Helena WorldAmid the transfer portal, Arkansas finishes the season with a big win in the Liberty Bowl over Texas Tech.2001cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thanks-for-cfp-chaos--63052439https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63052439Thu, 28 Nov 2024 23:11:23 +0000The Helena WorldCollege football chaos reigns as SEC, Big 12, and ACC scramble for playoff spots as Oregon, Ohio State, Penn State, and Notre Dame look secure in regular season's final week.1916cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-look-to-go-bowling--63051787https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63051787Thu, 28 Nov 2024 21:39:22 +0000The Helena WorldThe Razorbacks close the season at Missouri as Arkansas seeks a bowl appearance in football with likely destinations being Memphis, Birmingham, Houston or Shreveport.1738cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/college-football-playoff-race-tightens--62760891https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62760891Fri, 15 Nov 2024 22:01:13 +0000The Helena WorldThe race for the College Football Playoff is on with competitive races in the Big 10 and SEC.  Also, undefeated BYU looms as does Notre Dame.  Georgia and Tennessee as well as Texas and Texas A&M may prove to be decisive games ahead.  Even...3950cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-arkansas-upset-texas--62760838https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62760838Fri, 15 Nov 2024 21:50:34 +0000The Helena WorldThey won big in 2021. Can Arkansas pull an upset of Texas and throw the College Football Playoff race into chaos?  Also, John Calipari's new look basketball Razorbacks sit at 2-1 to start the season.2415cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oregon-reigns-as-new-1-team--62495134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62495134Thu, 24 Oct 2024 22:28:47 +0000The Helena WorldOregon takes over top spot in college football, but being #1 has proved to be a dangerous place this year as Alabama, Georgia, and Texas have all found out.  Several other undefeated teams loom as the college football season heads into November with...2128cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/turnovers-cost-arkansas-against-lsu--62495103https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62495103Thu, 24 Oct 2024 22:24:03 +0000The Helena WorldIn turbulent SEC, turnovers prove costly for Arkansas in LSU game.  Hogs face Mississippi State next, and don't want to be Bulldogs first victim in SEC play.2107cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/college-season-proving-unpredictable--62418091https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62418091Sat, 19 Oct 2024 03:09:50 +0000The Helena WorldUnusually competitive college football season sees undefeated Texas and Oregon along with undefeated teams from Miami, Iowa State, Pitt, Army, Navy, and Clemson at 5-1 looks suddenly mencing.2853cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-meets-8-lsu--62417655https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62417655Sat, 19 Oct 2024 01:43:56 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas faces another Top-10 team coming off its Bye Week as the Hogs meet #8 LSU in Fayetteville.  Also, John Calipari prepares to see his first Razorback basketball team in action in three weeks.3001cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-pac-12-be-viable-again--62108394https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62108394Wed, 25 Sep 2024 22:07:48 +0000The Helena WorldThis week's big College Football news was the revival of the Pac 12 Conference with new teams joining Washington State and Oregon State.  Will it be enough to matter?  Otis and Rick discuss these developments as well as NFL topics in this edition.2756cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-arkansas-sneak-into-cf-playoffs--62108270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62108270Wed, 25 Sep 2024 22:02:33 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas currently sits at 3-1.  If the Razorbacks can make to 10-2, is it possible for them to grab a College Football Playoff berth.  Rick and Otis discuss the possibilities.2224cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-tom-brady-worth-it-for-fox--61677109https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61677109Sun, 15 Sep 2024 02:59:11 +0000The Helena WorldTom Brady's NFL announcing debut got mixed reviews. Is he worth it for FOX? Rick and Otis discuss this plus other NFL and Major College football news.2337cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-face-uab-at-home-saturday--61403694https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61403694Thu, 12 Sep 2024 21:40:21 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas, now 1-1, face off with UAB at home Saturday.  Hogs, who lost to Oklahoma State last week, are favored to win against Trent Differ's Blazers.  Otis and Rick discuss the current state of the Razorbacks.1878cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wide-world-of-football--61300579https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61300579Sun, 08 Sep 2024 10:21:40 +0000The Helena WorldIn front of this week's opening NFL games, Rick Kennedy and Otis Kirk discuss the state of the pro game as well as discuss college action across the country.2078cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-difference-of-opinion--61286256https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61286256Fri, 06 Sep 2024 17:49:58 +0000The Helena WorldGiven the 70-0 beatdown by Arkansas on UAPB, did the Hogs have any business being on the same field with the Golden Lions?  Rick Kennedy debates Otis Kirk on the merits and demerits of competitive football and suggests that more worthy opponents like...1784cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-extremes-of-the-hogs--61119484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61119484Thu, 22 Aug 2024 22:36:37 +0000The Helena WorldAs most national services and predictions have Arkansas set to finish 14 of 16 SEC teams, have Sam Pittman named as a coach likely to be fired, and have the Hogs with four or five wins in the upcomng season, Otis Kirk has stood alone in his optimism...3209cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-sec-send-five-to-playoffs--61085194https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61085194Mon, 19 Aug 2024 20:49:58 +0000The Helena WorldCan the SEC send five of its teams to the 12-team College Football Playoff?  Otis Kirk and Rick Kennedy discuss the possibility.2089cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ap-cites-georgia-texas-as-best-of-sec--61030991https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61030991Wed, 14 Aug 2024 23:22:48 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.1901cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/first-look-at-preseason-polls--61000840https://api.spreaker.com/episode/61000840Mon, 12 Aug 2024 14:53:14 +0000The Helena WorldOtis Kirk and Rick Kennedy discuss the first Preseason Top 25 College polls as familar names are seen at the top.1850cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/high-on-the-hogs--60975025https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60975025Fri, 09 Aug 2024 22:55:32 +0000The Helena WorldAfter 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?1892cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-reasons-the-hogs-will-improve--60840289https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60840289Mon, 29 Jul 2024 00:02:34 +0000The Helena WorldOtis 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.1622cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hagen-smith-signs-record-deal--60819275https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60819275Sat, 27 Jul 2024 00:49:26 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.2306cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-hogs-taken-in-mlb-draft--60700736https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60700736Mon, 15 Jul 2024 23:02:18 +0000The Helena WorldSix 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.2276cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/off-season-chatter--60496068https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60496068Mon, 24 Jun 2024 22:35:56 +0000The Helena WorldRick 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.2978cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hopeful-for-the-hogs--60390674https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60390674Fri, 14 Jun 2024 23:37:38 +0000The Helena WorldOtis 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...2196cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-fizzles-in-cws--60318545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60318545Fri, 07 Jun 2024 23:28:36 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas baseball fizzles out of the College World Series in opening home regional.  Also, a discussion of coaching in a social media age.3962cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-prepare-for-regionals--60239814https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60239814Fri, 31 May 2024 18:31:41 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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...2083cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ncaa-settlement-and-friday-college-football--60179470https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60179470Sun, 26 May 2024 17:29:01 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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.2572cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hog-baseball-softball-updates--60083846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60083846Sat, 18 May 2024 16:41:20 +0000The Helena WorldUpdates from Arkansas baseball and softball along with commentary on salaries in the NFL and NBA.2086cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hog-basketball-and-nfl-draft--60004541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60004541Mon, 13 May 2024 14:14:12 +0000The Helena WorldRick and Otis review roster updates for Arkansas basketball and take a second look at the NFL Draft.2332cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-200--59813534https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59813534Sat, 04 May 2024 09:52:06 +0000The Helena WorldEpisode 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.3171cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-hogs-look-to-be-drafted--59672950https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59672950Sat, 27 Apr 2024 00:06:30 +0000The Helena WorldOn 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.1915cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-spring-sports-update--59556976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59556976Fri, 19 Apr 2024 19:04:38 +0000The Helena WorldAn update of Arkansas baseball, gymnastics, basketball as well as reflections on best Arkansas runningbacks and quarterbacks.3358cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/calipari-mania-hits-arkansas--59446685https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59446685Sat, 13 Apr 2024 00:32:28 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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...3529cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/muss-takes-the-bus-out-of-town--59313782https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59313782Fri, 05 Apr 2024 19:59:46 +0000The Helena WorldAs 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...3126cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/revising-nil-and-transfer-portal--59224755https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59224755Fri, 29 Mar 2024 23:56:12 +0000The Helena WorldRick 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?2546cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-women-crash-in-wnit--59140782https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59140782Fri, 22 Mar 2024 18:12:47 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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.1520cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/end-of-season-for-hogs--59061140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59061140Fri, 15 Mar 2024 19:41:24 +0000The Helena WorldSouth 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.3633cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unionization-of-players-coming--58952637https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58952637Wed, 06 Mar 2024 23:52:15 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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?2679cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-now-face-14-14-season--58871837https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58871837Thu, 29 Feb 2024 01:53:28 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas now sits at 14-14 as season gets away from them. Also, discussions of NCAA basketball and recent NCAA court rulings.3439cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-win-but-coaching-questions-remain--58771203https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58771203Wed, 21 Feb 2024 22:49:43 +0000The Helena WorldHogs 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...3434cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/superbowl-recap--58689574https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58689574Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:27:25 +0000The Helena WorldAn alternative analysis of Kansas City's Superbowl win over San Francisco by Rick and Otis.3687cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lsu-spanks-hogs--58593292https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58593292Wed, 07 Feb 2024 01:17:00 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.3627cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fans-frustrated-as-hogs-stagger--58506796https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58506796Tue, 30 Jan 2024 21:29:10 +0000The Helena WorldFans 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.4154cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-uncoachable--58422548https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58422548Tue, 23 Jan 2024 21:38:44 +0000The Helena WorldAre the basketball Hogs "uncoachable"? Rick and Otis discuss the latest theory on the basketball team woes this season.3444cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/snow-and-arkansas-woes--58325107https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58325107Wed, 17 Jan 2024 00:09:44 +0000The Helena WorldAs 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.3572cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/michigan-wins-national-championship--58246909https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58246909Tue, 09 Jan 2024 23:36:13 +0000The Helena WorldMichigan defeats Washington to win college football's national championship. Rick and Otis discuss the game as well as the upcoming NFL playoffs.3766cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-years-special--58180916https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58180916Wed, 03 Jan 2024 05:41:45 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.3636cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/holiday-edition--58124171https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58124171Tue, 26 Dec 2023 18:43:37 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.3512cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-win-but-look-suspect--58053648https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58053648Tue, 19 Dec 2023 02:17:10 +0000The Helena WorldBasketball 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...3639cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basketball-teams-see-woes--57989206https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57989206Tue, 12 Dec 2023 22:24:12 +0000The Helena WorldMen'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.3012cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/petrino-cfp-and-portal--57918994https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57918994Tue, 05 Dec 2023 15:58:45 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.5227cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pittman-after-missouri-disaster--57826677https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57826677Tue, 28 Nov 2023 04:24:31 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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...3397cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pittman-returns-as-hogs-hc--57740812https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57740812Tue, 21 Nov 2023 00:44:27 +0000The Helena WorldSam 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.3935cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/possible-pittman-replacements-discussed--57625367https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57625367Tue, 14 Nov 2023 02:34:37 +0000The Helena WorldPossible 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.3606cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-finally-win-one--57549896https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57549896Wed, 08 Nov 2023 01:46:52 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.3747cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-hogs-salvage-season--57447309https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57447309Mon, 30 Oct 2023 23:20:58 +0000The Helena WorldAfter 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.3088cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/enos-out-as-hogs-stumble--57360630https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57360630Mon, 23 Oct 2023 23:54:15 +0000The Helena WorldOffensive Coordinator Dan Enos is dismissed coming off Arkansas loss to Mississippi State. Are more chainges coming? Can Hogs recover as lost season?3342cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-pittman-s-job-safe--57262028https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57262028Mon, 16 Oct 2023 22:43:50 +0000The Helena WorldAs 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.3452cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hog-woes-continue-at-2-4--57172707https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57172707Mon, 09 Oct 2023 22:38:03 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas sits at 2-4 with Alabama up next. Do the Hogs have a chance? Plus talk about current events in Pro and College football.3991cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/predictable-offense-has-hogs-reeling--57036012https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57036012Mon, 02 Oct 2023 23:31:30 +0000The Helena WorldHas 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.3623cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-lsu-in-classic--56930113https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56930113Mon, 25 Sep 2023 22:37:23 +0000The Helena WorldDid 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.4326cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/could-hogs-face-2-5--56847576https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56847576Mon, 18 Sep 2023 23:11:22 +0000The Helena WorldAfter 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?3881cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/statewide-football--56769899https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56769899Mon, 11 Sep 2023 23:51:50 +0000The Helena WorldStatewide 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...3269cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/college-football-begins--56694118https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56694118Tue, 05 Sep 2023 02:16:21 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.3580cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/to-hot-for-football--56621239https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56621239Tue, 29 Aug 2023 00:30:29 +0000The Helena WorldExcessive 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?3363cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/12-days-until-kickoff--56548962https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56548962Mon, 21 Aug 2023 23:56:09 +0000The Helena WorldKickoff 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.3314cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/acc-realignment--56469384https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56469384Tue, 15 Aug 2023 01:32:36 +0000The Helena WorldTalk 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.3733cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conference-realignment--56397700https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56397700Mon, 07 Aug 2023 22:17:36 +0000The Helena WorldFSU 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.3941cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/revisiting-hogs-as-6-6--56328209https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56328209Tue, 01 Aug 2023 00:48:09 +0000The Helena WorldRick 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.3648cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pop-culture-week--56204081https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56204081Mon, 24 Jul 2023 23:55:05 +0000The Helena WorldRick and Otis engage in lively discussions about the movies, Jason Aldean and a revisit of the Hogs prospects in the SEC football season.2267cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ole-miss-trendy-pick-in-sec--56133378https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56133378Tue, 18 Jul 2023 00:54:11 +0000The Helena WorldSome 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.2069cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/way-too-early-sec-predictions--56056620https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56056620Tue, 11 Jul 2023 00:46:22 +0000The Helena WorldA way too early discussion of various SEC and National College Football predictions with Rick and Otis.3832cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nil-revisited--55971816https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55971816Mon, 03 Jul 2023 21:49:40 +0000The Helena WorldDue to listener feedback, Rick and Otis again dive into NIL (Name Image Likeness) in college sports.3385cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/congress-on-nil--55159477https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55159477Mon, 26 Jun 2023 23:20:18 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.3427cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-prepare-for-ncaa-regionals--54036868https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54036868Tue, 30 May 2023 01:55:49 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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...3372cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-see-sec-tourney-wednesday--53964981https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53964981Mon, 22 May 2023 22:47:41 +0000The Helena WorldSEC Baseball Tournament preview with Hogs seeing action on Wednesday. Also, a wrap-up on the Lady Hogs softball season, and listener comments.3553cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/martha-stewart-makes-history--53880623https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53880623Tue, 16 May 2023 00:39:12 +0000The Helena WorldMartha 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.3982cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/baseball-softball-updates--53785176https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53785176Tue, 09 May 2023 02:41:53 +0000The Helena WorldIn Baseball, Hogs see winning streak, while Lady Hogs host the SEC Softball Tournament this week in Fayetteville. Also, a medical update on Quincy McAdoo.3668cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seven-hogs-to-nfl--53711085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53711085Mon, 01 May 2023 23:46:26 +0000The Helena WorldPost mortem on the NFL Draft, which saw two Arkansas players drafted, and five others go as free agents.3743cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nfl-draft-coming-thursday--53636452https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53636452Mon, 24 Apr 2023 23:53:16 +0000The Helena WorldThree 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.3658cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/review-of-red-white-game--53565263https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53565263Mon, 17 Apr 2023 23:50:37 +0000The Helena WorldOtis Kirk gives his take on the Arkansas Red & White Game last Saturday as well as an update on former host Nate Allen.2803cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/triple-header-saturday-in-fayetteville--53497354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53497354Mon, 10 Apr 2023 23:48:18 +0000The Helena WorldThe Red & White Game, Arkansas Women's Softball, and Arkansas Men's Baseball all have home games this Saturday, April 15 in Fayetteville.3671cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ncaa-basketball-championships--53456785https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53456785Wed, 05 Apr 2023 23:11:39 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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.3374cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-basketball-wrapup--53378227https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53378227Wed, 29 Mar 2023 13:40:00 +0000The Helena WorldMen'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.3601cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sweet-16-for-the-hogs--53276132https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53276132Tue, 21 Mar 2023 03:02:22 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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...3853cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ncaa-tournament-preview--53188912https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53188912Mon, 13 Mar 2023 23:48:09 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas men get NCAA bid, while Lady Hogs see Louisiana Tech in the WNIT. Rick and Otis preview both games in this week's podcast.3693cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sec-tournament-preview--53116448https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53116448Tue, 07 Mar 2023 01:43:41 +0000The Helena WorldOtis 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.3672cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/otis-on-tour--53116308https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53116308Tue, 07 Mar 2023 01:38:49 +0000The Helena WorldOtis Kirk speaks on his recent speaking tour at DeQueen. Plus updates on Hogs basketball and baseball.3168cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-meet-controversy-at-2-alabama--52834156https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52834156Fri, 24 Feb 2023 04:41:10 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.3424cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-basketball-and-baseball-updates--52834140https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52834140Fri, 24 Feb 2023 04:37:55 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Otis Kirk provides updates on both the Arkansas men's basketball program and the new 2023 Hog baseball season.4940cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-upset-kentucky-superbowl-predictions--52677296https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52677296Thu, 09 Feb 2023 02:33:23 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.3128cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ice-storm-blues--52677285https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52677285Thu, 09 Feb 2023 02:31:08 +0000The Helena WorldMassive Ice Storm brings havoc to all parts of Arkansas. Also, Rick and Otis revisit Women's Gymnastics and Olivia Dunne.3021cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/olivia-dunne-geography-and-hogs-hoops--52571572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52571572Sat, 28 Jan 2023 19:02:14 +0000The Helena WorldOlivia 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.3870cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/razorback-hoop-woes--52479847https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52479847Thu, 19 Jan 2023 01:48:13 +0000The Helena WorldOtis 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.3839cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sec-s-georgia-wins-another-natty--52419765https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52419765Thu, 12 Jan 2023 07:56:44 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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.2280cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bowling-with-weather--52237115https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52237115Tue, 03 Jan 2023 19:45:44 +0000The Helena WorldOtis and Rick discuss latest coaching hires, plus a side discussion on the brutal weather ahead.2936cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-emerge-in-liberty-bowl--52344755https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52344755Tue, 03 Jan 2023 19:44:53 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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?3614cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liberty-bowl-preview--52285978https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52285978Tue, 27 Dec 2022 02:01:17 +0000The Helena WorldA preview of the Liberty Bowl happening Wednesday between Arkansas and Kansas highlights the last podcast for 20222923cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/acl-injuries-and-the-transfer-portal--52179176https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52179176Tue, 13 Dec 2022 21:52:15 +0000The Helena WorldACL injuries, artificial turf, and the transfer portal are all topics of discussion this week as the Hogs head for the Liberty Bowl in Memphis.3434cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-head-to-memphis--52113776https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52113776Tue, 06 Dec 2022 21:46:16 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.4495cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-await-bowl-assignment--52060811https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52060811Wed, 30 Nov 2022 22:33:00 +0000The Helena WorldAt 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.3391cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-meets-missouri-friday--51984446https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51984446Tue, 22 Nov 2022 22:42:00 +0000The Helena WorldThe regular season closes with Arkansas at Missouri this Friday. Otis discusses the Hogs victory over Ole Miss as well as the College Football Playoffs.3564cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-faces-ole-miss-saturday--51914376https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51914376Wed, 16 Nov 2022 17:15:41 +0000The Helena WorldOtis Kirk discusses the LSU game and looks ahead to the Hogs all-important clash with Ole Miss as both teams come off disappointing losses.3633cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-face-resurgent-lsu--51829780https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51829780Tue, 08 Nov 2022 20:52:38 +0000The Helena WorldComing 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.3212cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/an-early-look-at-arkansas-basketball--51776051https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51776051Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:56:33 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Otis Kirk discusses Arkansas basketball as well as the upcoming football game with Liberty in Fayetteville.3094cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phillips-football-update--51729049https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51729049Sun, 30 Oct 2022 08:07:25 +0000The Helena WorldAn 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.1641cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-head-into-bye-with-byu-win--51626690https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51626690Wed, 19 Oct 2022 21:11:46 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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 Kennedy3496cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/martin-rawls--51553037https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51553037Wed, 12 Oct 2022 14:00:45 +0000The Helena WorldMartin Rawls is the special guest this week and discusses his run for Justice of the Peace as well as the future of politics.3697cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-drop-to-3-3--51553003https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51553003Wed, 12 Oct 2022 13:57:27 +0000The Helena WorldOtis Kirk discusses injuries and problems with the Hogs as Arkansas struggles at 3-3 with BYU coming up Saturday3403cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-hwhsd-endorsements-plus-city-woes--51483665https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51483665Thu, 06 Oct 2022 03:17:22 +0000The Helena WorldMore 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 problems2640cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tide-rolls-hogs-msu-next--51468487https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51468487Tue, 04 Oct 2022 17:56:56 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas has difficulties in loss to Alabama, and face surging Mississippi State next. Razorback expert Otis Kirk questions the effort as Hogs face headwinds.3609cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tamu-wins-bama-next-for-hogs--51391846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51391846Tue, 27 Sep 2022 02:03:01 +0000The Helena WorldOtis Kirk and Rick Kennedy discuss Arkansas loss at Texas A&M and upcoming game with Alabama as SEC play heats up4413cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hwhsd-endorsements--51391778https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51391778Tue, 27 Sep 2022 01:48:40 +0000The Helena WorldHelena World Publisher Andrew Bagley presents the editorial board's views on several of the upcoming school races with endorsements and analysis1831cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-escape-bears--51319942https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51319942Tue, 20 Sep 2022 14:07:49 +0000The Helena WorldRick Kennedy and Otis Kirk discuss Arkansas close game with Southwest Missouri State and other topics in college football.3705cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/captain-kirk-returns--51249249https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51249249Wed, 14 Sep 2022 00:39:01 +0000The Helena WorldCaptain Otis Kirk returns to discuss the Hogs victory over South Carolina as well as other happenings in college football.3286cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-road-again--51179505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51179505Wed, 07 Sep 2022 23:33:33 +0000The Helena WorldThis 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.2925cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phillips-high-school-football--51099433https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51099433Thu, 01 Sep 2022 01:44:08 +0000The Helena WorldEvery 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.2934cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-19-in-ap-poll--50925365https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50925365Thu, 25 Aug 2022 03:28:58 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas comes in at 19 in the AP Preseason Football Poll as the 2022 season is two weeks away.4124cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hog-ticket-sales-in-front-of-cincinnati--51023604https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51023604Thu, 25 Aug 2022 03:28:32 +0000The Helena WorldRick Kennedy and Otis Kirk discuss Razorback ticket sales, and Kirk gives an early breakdown of the Hogs' Sept. 3 football opener with Cincinnati3272cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/college-football-s-first-poll-released--50863272https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50863272Tue, 09 Aug 2022 14:52:17 +0000The Helena WorldCollege 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.5182cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/speaking-of-sports--50792946https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50792946Tue, 02 Aug 2022 19:37:58 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.4621cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sec-media-days-sec-coaches--50719145https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50719145Tue, 26 Jul 2022 19:23:48 +0000The Helena WorldOtis Kirk reviews SEC Media Days, plus a discussion of coaches in the SEC4053cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/many-razorbacks-see-mlb-draft--50650189https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50650189Tue, 19 Jul 2022 20:17:08 +0000The Helena WorldThe Major League Baseball draft picks up many from the Hogs' 2022 CWS basekball team.3637cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hwhsd-sees-takeover--50650171https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50650171Tue, 19 Jul 2022 20:14:09 +0000The Helena WorldAndrew Bagley discusses the state takeover of the Helena West Helena School District.3845cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aliens-bigfoot-and-nil--50547449https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50547449Tue, 12 Jul 2022 14:55:05 +0000The Helena WorldAs Razorback sports are in off-season, Aliens, Bigfoot and NIL are the topics of discussion between Rick and Otis on this week's podcast3919cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-of-college-football--50468974https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50468974Tue, 05 Jul 2022 13:36:14 +0000The Helena WorldA discussion of the recent USC UCLA move to the Big 10, and what other movements for next for major college football.4088cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cws-hogs-wrapup--50403535https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50403535Wed, 29 Jun 2022 11:38:25 +0000The Helena WorldA discussion of the CWS with the Hogs losing out to eventual champion and SEC rival Ole Miss4121cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-continue-in-cws--50287447https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50287447Wed, 22 Jun 2022 05:33:49 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas, 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.4723cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sec-has-four-teams-in-college-series--50206859https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50206859Tue, 14 Jun 2022 21:51:09 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas leads a list of four SEC teams of eight playing in the College World Series starting this weekend.4524cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diamond-hogs-head-to-north-carolina--50130099https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50130099Wed, 08 Jun 2022 20:37:14 +0000The Helena WorldVeteran sports writer Otis Kirk discusses the Hogs win over Oklahoma State to advance to the Super Regional at North Carolina.4175cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introducing-otis-kirk--50027137https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50027137Wed, 01 Jun 2022 15:55:01 +0000The Helena WorldFayetteville'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.4463cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/law-day-is-may-1--49592015https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49592015Fri, 29 Apr 2022 05:30:19 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.1173cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/school-board-s-simpson-troubles--49565207https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49565207Wed, 27 Apr 2022 02:53:38 +0000The Helena WorldAndrew Bagley reacts to recent statements by Earnest Simpson at the Helena West Helena School Board in this special edition.4233cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/baseball-update-concert-aftermath--49563238https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49563238Tue, 26 Apr 2022 21:48:33 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Nate Allen discusses Hog baseball as well as the aftermath of the Garth Brooks concert and latest NIL deal1535cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/santresa-mayfield--49530718https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49530718Sun, 24 Apr 2022 00:41:09 +0000The Helena WorldSantresa 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.1323cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tamelkia-franklin--49520874https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49520874Fri, 22 Apr 2022 22:09:35 +0000The Helena WorldTamelkia Franklin, a candidate for Phillips County Circuit Clerk, speaks with Andrew Bagley as part of the Helena World's Candidate Forum series.1153cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jay-martin-for-governor--49474572https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49474572Tue, 19 Apr 2022 06:39:44 +0000The Helena WorldAn 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 campaign4308cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-meet-garth-brooks--49474550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49474550Tue, 19 Apr 2022 06:34:00 +0000The Helena WorldNate Allen and Rick Kennedy discuss the Hogs win over LSU in baseball and Garth Brooks in concert at the University of Arkansas2752cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reginald-murdock--49440354https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49440354Fri, 15 Apr 2022 01:22:15 +0000The Helena WorldState 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.3186cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/senator-mat-pitsch--49419158https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49419158Wed, 13 Apr 2022 03:11:26 +0000The Helena WorldState 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.2985cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/razorback-sports-update--49419143https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49419143Wed, 13 Apr 2022 03:06:49 +0000The Helena WorldGeneral UA sports update with Nate Allen discussing football, baseball, softball, track and golf teams.2384cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcelroy-tollett-debate--49373561https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49373561Sat, 09 Apr 2022 02:44:33 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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.3607cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/miller-ferris-debate--49361824https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49361824Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:11:47 +0000The Helena WorldAudio 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.3930cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hog-players-on-the-move--49332261https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49332261Tue, 05 Apr 2022 20:13:57 +0000The Helena WorldA discussion of the NCAA Title game as well as Arkansas basketball players in transition.2644cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-ncaa-run-ends--49241724https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49241724Tue, 29 Mar 2022 15:58:46 +0000The Helena WorldDuke dominates Arkansas in Elite Eight to end Hogs basketball season.2777cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ncaa-week-1--49146066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49146066Tue, 22 Mar 2022 06:50:18 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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.3557cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-ncaa-preview--49071317https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49071317Tue, 15 Mar 2022 18:08:14 +0000The Helena WorldRick and Nate discuss the upcoming NCAA tournament for both the Hogs and Lady Hogs as well and updates on baseball and outdoor track3813cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lt-gov-candidate-joseph-wood--49001389https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49001389Wed, 09 Mar 2022 06:36:41 +0000The Helena WorldWashington 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.3550cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hog-teams-await-ncaa-fates--49001349https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49001349Wed, 09 Mar 2022 06:30:01 +0000The Helena WorldBoth Arkansas basketball teams, men and women, await their places in the NCAA tournament after regular season finales. Also updates on baseball and softball.3491cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/city-in-crisis-city-attorney-andre-valley--48945553https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48945553Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:46:09 +0000The Helena WorldCity 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.865cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/city-in-crisis-mayor-kevin-smith--48945545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48945545Fri, 04 Mar 2022 05:43:30 +0000The Helena WorldHWH 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.3613cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-beats-kentucky--48913255https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48913255Tue, 01 Mar 2022 18:47:32 +0000The Helena WorldA big week in Razorback sports with Arkansas men winning big against Kentucky; Lady Hogs scoring win over MSU, and wins in track and baseball.3504cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basketball-moves-into-homestretch--48836372https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48836372Tue, 22 Feb 2022 22:55:43 +0000The Helena WorldNate Allen comments on Tuesday night's action with Florida as both the men's and women's regular seasons move down the homestretch.1537cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hwh-city-in-crisis--48776911https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48776911Thu, 17 Feb 2022 21:48:42 +0000The Helena WorldHWH 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.4261cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-split-basketball-games--48745211https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48745211Tue, 15 Feb 2022 19:05:36 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Nate Allen looks at the Hogs upset loss at Alabama after beating top-ranked Auburn and also previews Tuesday's action with Missouri.1839cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-meets-auburn--48648066https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48648066Tue, 08 Feb 2022 21:15:12 +0000The Helena WorldNate Allen previews Tuesday night's Arkansas basketball game with Top-ranked Auburn taking place in Fayetteville. Also, an update on the Lady Hogs.2406cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hogs-upset-west-virginia--48648035https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48648035Tue, 08 Feb 2022 21:11:21 +0000The Helena WorldBasketball Hogs score big upset over West Virginia in SEC/Big 12 challenge. Nate Allen also discusses developments with Lady Hogs.2084cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basketball-on-the-rebound--48445945https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48445945Wed, 26 Jan 2022 05:07:31 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas Hall of Fame sportswriter Nate Allen discusses the rebound in Arkansas basketball, plus Sam Carter leaving Arkansas for Ole Miss in football.2003cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-basketball-makes-comeback--48354328https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48354328Tue, 18 Jan 2022 22:20:09 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.1957cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hog-foes-meet-for-national-title--48354294https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48354294Tue, 18 Jan 2022 22:15:25 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas rivals Georgia and Alabama meet in the National Championship game. Plus, Arkansas basketball woes are discussed.1944cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/college-bowls--48193229https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48193229Thu, 06 Jan 2022 18:56:57 +0000The Helena WorldTalking 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 night2776cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/outback-bowl-covid-arkansas-sports--48086075https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48086075Tue, 28 Dec 2021 15:43:16 +0000The Helena WorldThe 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.2164cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-basketball-woes--48015473https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48015473Tue, 21 Dec 2021 20:08:16 +0000The Helena WorldDiscussed 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.3073cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-recruits-holdovers-and-basketball--47918977https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47918977Tue, 14 Dec 2021 15:49:40 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Nate Allen covers a range of topics from early recruiting, returning seniors, and the Arkansas men and women basketball programs.2470cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-chamber-director-nancy-magee--47845601https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47845601Thu, 09 Dec 2021 03:03:22 +0000The Helena WorldFrom 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.1666cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dowda-announces-city-wifi--47815612https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47815612Tue, 07 Dec 2021 06:39:33 +0000The Helena WorldRod 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.883cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-goes-bowling--47815564https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47815564Tue, 07 Dec 2021 06:34:58 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Nate Allen shares his thoughts on Arkansas and Penn State in the Outback Bowl as well as comments on Razorback basketball2092cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/arkansas-and-sec-coaches--47717100https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47717100Tue, 30 Nov 2021 09:05:56 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.2625cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-missouri--47612415https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47612415Tue, 23 Nov 2021 02:55:11 +0000The Helena WorldCalling in from the Kansas State tournament, Nate Allen discusses Razorback basketball as well as Razorback football with Alabama and this Friday's game with Missouri2070cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-alabama--47495428https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47495428Tue, 16 Nov 2021 04:18:10 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback 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.2329cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/desoto-marvell-elaine-coaches--47490410https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47490410Mon, 15 Nov 2021 22:23:23 +0000The Helena WorldDesoto'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.3181cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-lsu--47384132https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47384132Tue, 09 Nov 2021 04:44:34 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Nate Allen and Rick Kennedy review the game with MSU and look ahead to Saturday when Arkansas meets LSU in Baton Rouge.3368cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/desoto-marvell-elaine-playoffs--47381403https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47381403Mon, 08 Nov 2021 23:48:41 +0000The Helena WorldBoth 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 21:12.2507cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-miss-state-university--47279338https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47279338Tue, 02 Nov 2021 20:07:22 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Nate Allen and Rick Kennedy preview Saturday's upcoming game with Arkansas and Mississippi State University, plus a discussion of preseason Razorback basketball.1991cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/concert-preview-with-margo-lucas--47191823https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47191823Thu, 28 Oct 2021 01:38:15 +0000The Helena WorldRick 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.1931cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-sports--47155833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47155833Tue, 26 Oct 2021 03:45:34 +0000The Helena WorldRick 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.2274cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-uapb--47039359https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47039359Tue, 19 Oct 2021 03:07:14 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.2446cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kevin-smith-8--46930192https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46930192Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:53:05 +0000The Helena WorldMayor 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 142538cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-auburn--46930169https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46930169Tue, 12 Oct 2021 00:45:41 +0000The Helena WorldRazorback expert Nate Allen joins Rick Kennedy to discuss the upcoming Arkansas Auburn game as well as other happenings in college football.2358cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-ole-miss--46822734https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46822734Tue, 05 Oct 2021 01:12:05 +0000The Helena WorldRick Kennedy and Razorback expert Nate Allen review the Georgia game and preview this Saturday's contest at Ole Miss on ESPN.2179cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coach-chastain-caprino--46751624https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46751624Thu, 30 Sep 2021 03:22:08 +0000The Helena WorldLeading 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.2680cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preview-arkansas-georgia--46717698https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46717698Tue, 28 Sep 2021 02:19:25 +0000The Helena WorldRick Kennedy and Nate Allen look ahead to this Saturday's clash with Georgia and also review the Hogs victory over Texas A&M2261cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/screen-writing-101--46644505https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46644505Thu, 23 Sep 2021 02:23:42 +0000The Helena WorldKolby Ford, Rachel Wilson, Nolan Dean discuss an upcoming Screen Writing Lab in Helena on October 25.2471cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-arkansas-texas-a-m-preview--46609990https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46609990Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:38:55 +0000The Helena WorldNate Allen joins Rick Kennedy to preview this Saturday's game between Arkansas and Texas A&M2626cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/phillips-superbowl--46522086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46522086Tue, 14 Sep 2021 21:13:40 +0000The Helena WorldIt 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 10:32.1331cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-ark-georgia-southern-preview--46507014https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46507014Tue, 14 Sep 2021 01:22:22 +0000The Helena WorldRick 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...2201cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/steve-brawner-3--46422269https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46422269Wed, 08 Sep 2021 04:00:21 +0000The Helena WorldState 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.2857cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-ark-texas-preview--46422225https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46422225Wed, 08 Sep 2021 03:55:31 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.2122cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/razorback-football-preview--46314353https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46314353Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:28:17 +0000The Helena WorldAhead 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.3796cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kevin-smith-7--46314307https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46314307Tue, 31 Aug 2021 15:21:44 +0000The Helena WorldHWH Mayor Kevin Smith discusses his recent decision to invoke a State of Emergency to address issues with the city's water system.2595cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kyle-miller-bruce-hudson--46122312https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46122312Tue, 17 Aug 2021 03:25:01 +0000The Helena WorldSpecial 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 Helena3656cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/andrew-bagley-3--45974596https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45974596Thu, 05 Aug 2021 03:41:28 +0000The Helena WorldA 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 Kennedy3481cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kevin-smith-nate-allen--45809357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45809357Fri, 23 Jul 2021 04:14:49 +0000The Helena WorldHWH 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.3842cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mindy-mcalindon--45724444https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45724444Fri, 16 Jul 2021 13:48:48 +0000The Helena WorldMindy 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.3481cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/steve-brawner-2--45631142https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45631142Thu, 08 Jul 2021 22:51:44 +0000The Helena WorldState 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 20222586cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/misti-staley--45538370https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45538370Fri, 02 Jul 2021 03:44:40 +0000The Helena WorldIn 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.2043cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/patrick-smith-munnie-jordan--45426072https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45426072Thu, 24 Jun 2021 14:05:53 +0000The Helena WorldFirst 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...3935cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leon-jones-2--45386380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45386380Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:25:52 +0000The Helena WorldState 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 faith3098cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leon-jones-jr--45243756https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45243756Thu, 10 Jun 2021 08:55:16 +0000The Helena World2022 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 15.3019cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tyler-bagley-double-edition--45178901https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45178901Sat, 05 Jun 2021 17:12:06 +0000The Helena WorldThis 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...4201cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kevin-smith-5--45086417https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45086417Sat, 29 May 2021 04:16:34 +0000The Helena WorldHWH Mayor Kevin Smith returns to the podcast to discuss city council quorums and increased traffic in town due to the closure of the Memphis bridge3468cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/david-tollett-3--44925516https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44925516Thu, 20 May 2021 09:11:26 +0000The Helena WorldState 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 School3505cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/martin-rawls--44924599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44924599Thu, 20 May 2021 07:54:21 +0000The Helena WorldMartin 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 coach3615cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nate-allen-3--44804789https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44804789Fri, 14 May 2021 03:17:06 +0000The Helena WorldNate Allen of Nate Allen Sports joins the podcast this week with an update on University of Arkansas athletics and spring sports3464cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keith-ingram-4--44671332https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44671332Thu, 06 May 2021 23:42:06 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas 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.3556cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/julian-watson--44566875https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44566875Fri, 30 Apr 2021 02:23:09 +0000The Helena WorldJulian Watson, a 1982 graduate of Elaine High School, and current president of the Elaine Alumni Association, is this week's guest3362cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fred-conley--44449125https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44449125Fri, 23 Apr 2021 04:43:54 +0000The Helena WorldRick Kennedy talks with veteran sports writer Fred Conley of Forrest City on all things newspapers and high school sports3576cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/andrew-bagley-2--44353771https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44353771Fri, 16 Apr 2021 02:44:40 +0000The Helena WorldHelena World Publisher Andrew Bagley speaks about local politics and the state FOIA hearings in this week's special edition of the podcast.3498cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nate-allen-2--44266760https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44266760Fri, 09 Apr 2021 04:36:03 +0000The Helena WorldNate Allen talks about the Razorbacks Elite Eight run in NCAA Basketball as well as great seasons by the Arkansas baseball and softball teams3637cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bonus-state-of-the-city--44161431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44161431Fri, 02 Apr 2021 05:35:09 +0000The Helena WorldBonus: Hear Mayor Kevin Smith's original 2021 State of the City address as it was recorded on March 31.3276cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kevin-smith-4--44161406https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44161406Fri, 02 Apr 2021 05:31:45 +0000The Helena WorldHelena West Helena Mayor Kevin Smith discusses the state of the city, base pay ordinance, and residence requirements in this week's episode3631cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nolan-dean--44056524https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44056524Fri, 26 Mar 2021 02:01:42 +0000The Helena WorldNolan Dean, producer of the PBS documentary "Rap Squad," is the guest this week as he speaks to the making of the film.3420cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maci-edwards--43955491https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43955491Fri, 19 Mar 2021 00:05:09 +0000The Helena WorldMaci Edwards of Helena Regional Medical Center is this week's guest as she discusses corporate wellness programs for employees3440cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/munnie-jordan--43850299https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43850299Fri, 12 Mar 2021 01:25:18 +0000The Helena WorldMunnie 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.com3480cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keith-ingram-3--43744500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43744500Fri, 05 Mar 2021 01:50:04 +0000The Helena WorldState Senator Keith Ingram discusses the future of Medicaid in the current Arkansas State legislative session with Rick Kennedy3630cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/david-tollett-2--43644382https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43644382Fri, 26 Feb 2021 03:40:13 +0000The Helena WorldState Representative David Tollett speaks about current legislation during the Arkansas legislative session happening now3563cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/k-smith-luke-matheson--43538323https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43538323Fri, 19 Feb 2021 06:05:44 +0000The Helena WorldSpecial double podcast with Mayor Kevin Smith providing a snow update, then at 23:30, Luke Matheson speaks about Arkansas State University sports.3720cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nate-allen--43421404https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43421404Fri, 12 Feb 2021 16:56:09 +0000The Helena WorldNate Allen of Nate Allen Sports is the special guest, talking all things University of Arkansas sports3703cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keith-ingram-2--43294570https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43294570Fri, 05 Feb 2021 01:21:25 +0000The Helena WorldState 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 sponsoring3787cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kevin-smith-3--43174545https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43174545Fri, 29 Jan 2021 00:10:38 +0000The Helena WorldHelena-West Helena Mayor Kevin Smith returns to talk about budgets and police3724cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/steve-brawner--43051162https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43051162Thu, 21 Jan 2021 21:26:20 +0000The Helena WorldIndependent Arkansas state columnist Steve Brawner talks about ongoing legislative session3601cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kevin-smith-2--42943787https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42943787Thu, 14 Jan 2021 23:45:32 +0000The Helena WorldHelena West Helena Mayor Kevin Smith speaks to a recent proposed budget cut to the city's police department3601cleanfullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keith-ingram--42823071https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42823071Thu, 07 Jan 2021 05:51:51 +0000The Helena WorldArkansas State Senator and Minority Leader Keith Ingram is on the podcast3601cleanfull