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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February 07, 2025 00:32:00
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Little Rock's tourism industry and tourist offerings with Gina Gimberling

On this episode of the podcast, Rex welcomes back to the show, Gina Gimberling, President and CEO of the Little Rock Convention and Visitors...

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January 24, 2025 00:35:00
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Industry, healthcare and education booms with Jay Chessir

In this episode, Rex welcomes Jay Chessir, President and CEO of the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce, back to the show to discuss...

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January 10, 2025 00:30:54
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Economic investment and development with Jack Thomas

On this week’s episode, Jack Thomas, vice president of economic development with the Little Rock Regional Chamber of Commerce, joins Rex to discuss Central...

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December 27, 2024 00:30:53
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Workforce and manufacturing expansion with Brian Day

In this week's episode, Rex welcomes Bryan Day, executive director of the Little Rock Port Authority, back to the show to catch up on...

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December 13, 2024 00:33:14
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End of Year Wrap-Up: Economic growth and challenges across the state with Skip Rutherford

In this week’s episode, Skip Rutherford, dean emeritus of the Clinton School for Public Service, joins Rex once again for an end of year...

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November 29, 2024 00:32:00
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Post-election chat with Skip Rutherford

On this week’s episode, Rex invites return guest Skip Rutherford, dean emeritus of the Clinton School of Public Service, to discuss Arkansas politics, focusing...

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