Rex Nelson's Southern Fried Podcast

In this bi-weekly podcast, Arkansas Democrat-Gazette senior editor Rex Nelson sits down with fellow civic-minded Arkansans to discuss ways to foster growth in the Natural State. Along the way, Rex and his guests chat about ...more

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November 13, 2026 • 00:35:31
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Talking construction, mental health and education with Patrick Schueck

In this week’s episode, Rex Nelson talks with Lexicon CEO Patrick Schueck about the value of loyalty, mental health in the construction industry and...

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October 30, 2026 • 00:29:50
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Airport improvements with Suzanne Peyton

In this week’s episode, Rex Nelson talks with Suzanne Peyton, executive director of Bill and Hillary Clinton National Airport, about upcoming changes and improvements...

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October 16, 2026 • 00:38:58
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Talking City of Songs, music and connection with Troy Campbell

In this week’s episode, Rex Nelson talks with Troy Campbell, founder of the House of Songs and a musician with more than 25 years...

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October 02, 2026 • 00:25:25
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Restoration and revitalization with Friends of Fouche Creek

In this week’s episode, Rex Nelson talks with the Senior Center Manager for the Little Rock Audubon Center, Uta Meyer and Little Rock Sustainability...

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September 18, 2026 • 00:31:28
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Keeping Little Rock Beautiful with Maria Craig and Lennie Massanelli

In this week’s episode, Rex Nelson talks with Maria Craig, chair of the Keep Little Rock Beautiful nonprofit, and Little Rock Sustainability Officer Lennie...

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September 04, 2026 • 00:32:39
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10 years in, talking medical school with Dr. Shane Speights

In this week’s episode, Rex Nelson talks with the dean of the New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State...

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