Pull Up A Chair with Leo Cummings III
133 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago - ★★★★★ - 110 ratingsBourbon connoisseur, sneaker head, girl dad, community promoter and gym rat Leo Cummings III takes you on a journey through the human experience, diving into today’s hot topics through open-minded conversations with intriguing people. So pour you a drink, turn up your volume, and Pull Up A Chair.
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Episodes
Episode 27: Adena J. White
June 06, 2024 00:00 - 1 hour - 111 MBTune in to my chat with Adena White, founder of Blackbelt Media. In Episode 27, Adena’s passion for community and connection is clear as she shares her journey and her vision of fostering a stronger and more united community through authenticity, belonging and connection. Don’t miss this fun and inspirational conversation!
Episode 26: Branson Vanlandingham
May 21, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 153 MBOn Episode 26, I sat down with Branson Van Landingham, a successful entrepreneur, visionary, and community builder. As the CEO and co-founder of Natty State Sports, a cutting-edge digital media platform, Branson is reshaping the landscape of sports media and digital media in general. Branson's mantra, "We lived it," speaks volumes about his dedication and passion. Tune in to hear his insights on building a thriving community and his vision for the future of digital media.
Episode 25: Aaron Davis
May 02, 2024 11:00 - 49 minutes - 68.7 MBDon't miss Episode 25 featuring the incredible Aaron Davis—a keynote speaker, author, cancer survivor, and former national champion football player! We dive deep into the power of motivation, maintaining a positive attitude, consistency, and overcoming obstacles. Tune into this one for his invaluable insights and inspiring journey!
Episode 24: Lady Angler Lentz
April 18, 2024 10:30 - 1 hour - 129 MBIt's hard not to be motivated by Rebecca @ladyanglerlentz's incredible journey. As an army veteran, two-time cancer survivor, and relentless go-getter, she shares invaluable wisdom on overcoming trauma, fueling personal growth, and not being afraid to try new things. Check out episode 24 today!
Episode 23: Jake Denton
April 04, 2024 13:08 - 1 hour - 119 MBPull Up a Chair with Conway Fitness Kickboxing Jake Denton. In this episode, we got into his fighting career, his love for training others, and how his habits of practicing gratitude shape all of those things.
Episode 22: Kuma Roberts
March 19, 2024 11:00 - 58 minutes - 67 MBKuma Roberts, Executive Coach, and Black Wall Street Chamber of Commerce President pulls up a chair in this episode. The Tulsa native talks about growing up in Tulsa, the world of DEI, and the idea that a lot more connects us than separates us. Kuma was a joy to talk to and I think you’ll enjoy our conversation. Check it out!
Episode 21: Todd Cate
February 21, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour - 108 MBTodd Cate, co-creator and co-host of the now-retired Black Dude White Dude, a long-time friend and weight-loss expert pulls a chair, and just like that, the band was together again. Todd and I recounted the good ole days of BDWD and quickly launched into a variety of topics. The old-school BDWD banter was in full effect as we talked about the benefits of Dry January, painful small talk, depression, the powerhouse couple that is Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift, and much more.
Episode 20: Jessica Jones
February 02, 2024 18:42 - 1 hour - 102 MBMural artist Jessica Jones pulls up a chair for the first episode of 2024. We dive into the journey that led her to Conway, the logistics of painting a 30-foot mural, and the devastating, life-changing event that pushed her to be a full-time artist. Her story of creativity and perseverance is one you don’t want to miss!
Episode 19: Jake Briley
December 21, 2023 23:30 - 1 hour - 124 MBJake Briley, Army veteran and airport director, pulls up a chair for the last episode of the year! From growing up in a military family to being appointed director of the Conway Municipal Airport, Jake offers a unique perspective on life after military service and the importance of aviation to community building.
Episode 18: Clint Schaff
December 14, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBClint Schaff, a seasoned marketing executive, educator, and accomplished entrepreneur pulls up a chair. In this episode, Clint reflects on the path that has shaped his journey, offering a glimpse into the serendipitous moments that have contributed to his success. Since beginning his career in education, Clint has marketed international brands including Call of Duty, Dole, Nintendo, Toyota, Wonderful Pistachios, FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Microsoft, Ford, Dr Pepper, SEIU, The White Ho...
Episode 17: Lorenzo Lewis
December 08, 2023 13:30 - 51 minutes - 96.3 MBIn this episode, speaker and social entrepreneur Lorenzo Lewis pulls up a chair and shares his inspiring journey of transforming pain into purpose. After literally being born in prison, Lorenzo overcame major obstacles and emerged as a beacon of hope and empowerment. Lorenzo founded The Confess Project, empowering barbers to become mental health advocates for men of color, sparking vital conversations in communities nationwide. His work has been featured in Oprah Magazine, the Today Show, ...
Episode 16: Jamie Ward
November 30, 2023 23:30 - 1 hour - 223 MBJamie Ward pulls up a chair and shares her inspiring journey of resilience, grief, and triumph. Through suffering personal tragedy, starting her own company, and completing the 29029 Everesting Challenge, Jamie shares her unique perspective on how to make big changes to your own life and the world around you.
Episode 15: Bourbon Brainstorming with Zach and Corey
November 21, 2023 11:00 - 1 hour - 175 MBIntroducing a new segment of Pull up a Chair - Bourbon Brainstorming! Zach Carter and Corey Parks, two of my very best friends, pull up a chair as we talk through the black experience from our three perspectives.
Episode 14: Ray Walker
November 06, 2023 21:34 - 1 hour - 90.1 MBRay Walker, CEO and Artistic Director of Saint Cloud Bourbon, pulls up a chair and tells his story of leaving corporate America behind to pursue his passion for wine. He then went on to use that same passion to create Saint Cloud Bourbon, where he combines his love of art with an interest in creating great bourbon.
Episode 13: Justin Patton
November 01, 2023 19:05 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBIn this episode, Justin Patton pulls up a chair and shares his journey of pushing through personal tragedy and how he has used his own experience to help and encourage others to lead lives of purpose and authenticity. Justin is an executive coach, leadership presence expert, and award-winning author.
Episode 12 - Part 2: Marybeth Hill
October 12, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 82.8 MBPart 2 of Marybeth Hill's inspirational story of recovery. From using and selling drugs to surviving domestic violence, she recounts her life story and how she has used that experience to help and impact others that are suffering from addiction.
Episode 12 - Part 1: Marybeth Hill
October 11, 2023 10:00 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBMarybeth Hill pulls up a chair and tells her inspirational story of recovery. From using and selling drugs to surviving domestic violence, she recounts her life story and how she has used that experience to help and impact others that are suffering from addiction. This episode is one you won’t want to miss!
Episode 11: Chuck Reece
October 03, 2023 13:50 - 1 hour - 119 MBChuck Reece, editor of Salvation South, pulled up a “virtual” chair and talked with me about the magazine, why he left the Bitter Southerner, and why he’s hopeful for the future of the South. Salvation South is an online magazine inspired by hope, healing and — most importantly — the desire to create a place on the web and a community of people where civil conversation can happen.
Episode 10: R.A. Howard
September 13, 2023 09:30 - 1 hour - 101 MBThe extremely talented @rahoward pulls up a chair. Howard and I conversed about his filmmaking, his old hip hop career and he shares why he’s a Griot (and shares his definition of the word). R.A. shares about his book, Beautiful People, and the inspiration behind it. Lastly the pair traversed into why community work and leaving a legacy can hit harder for black men. Give it a listen!
Episode 9: Katie Wilson
August 18, 2023 14:00 - 55 minutes - 75.8 MBIf you ever wondered if you could be a professional hula hooper, your wondering can now cease. Professional hula hoop performer and artist, Katie Wilson aka Katie Sunshine, pulls up a chair for some conversation with Leo. The two chat about how she was introduced to hooping, how she stepped up her hula hoop game, and the moment when her skills gained her notoriety. Katie also dives into art and the real world impact it can have. As every guest does, she takes her turn with the hot seat que...
Episode 8: Artist Faye Hedera
July 27, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 92.5 MBArtist (and Composer) Faye Hedera pulls up a chair and talks about the inspiration and desire to do the 100 Faces of Conway Project. Faye and Leo get into why she got into art in the first place, how a life changing event impacted her story, and what else is on the horizon for her career. Per usual, every conversation ends with the hot seat questions. Give it a listen! See Faye's work here: https://www.youtube.com/@fayehedera6486 https://www.fayehedera.com/ Affiliate Links: h...
Episode 7: Jill Ragan
July 19, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 121 MBWhispering Willow Farm CEO, owner and garden grower Jill Ragan pulls up a chair with Leo. They get into how she got her start in growing, and more importantly why it's so important to her. She dives into the inspiration for her book "Tiny But Mighty Farm", and explains how what she is doing is far more than teaching others to grow. Jill is such a positive force that you can't help but feel motivated and energized after conversation with here. Check it out!
Episode 6: Officer Tommy Norman
May 15, 2023 10:00 - 57 minutes - 78.3 MBNationally known and respected, Police Officer Tommy Norman, pulls up a chair in this episode and it made for a great convo. The always humble Norman gets into what first led him to the police force and why his method of community policing is so effective and why it's led to him being on national television several times. Leo and Officer Norman also dove into a very candid conversation about the tragedy that struck when he lost his daughter Alyssa. Officer Norman is the picture of motivation...
Episode 5: Jessica Zimmerman
March 20, 2023 10:00 - 1 hour - 149 MBBest-selling author, Tedx Speaker, and content creator Jessica Zimmerman pulls up a chair. She gets into her new series: Uncovering Divine Femininity. That led to conversations about taking control of your life, expectations thrust upon you, and relationships, including a transparent conversation about some of her own relationships. You'll want to pull up a chair and dig into this lengthy episode AND check out the series yourself at Jessicazimmerman.com
Episode 4: Hilary Downey
February 23, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBIn this episode Hilary Downey pulls up a chair to discuss her journey of health, confidence, and consistency. Her story is not only one of motivation but also success. Give it a listen and you’ll soon see why she’s now coaching others across the world and why her story has been told on Good Morning America, Access Hollywood, The Today Show, The Drs on CBS, and in People Magazine.
Episode 3: Miss Arkansas Ebony Mitchell
November 04, 2022 10:00 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBMiss Arkansas Ebony Mitchell pulls up a chair. Her and Leo talked about how she got into pageants, Miss America preparation, a day in the life of a Queen, and her upbringing in polarizing Harrison, Arkansas.
Episode 2: Dr. Chris Jones
September 30, 2022 10:30 - 57 minutes - 79.2 MBThe first guest episode is a big one! Dr. Chris Jones, the Democratic gubernatorial candiate for the state of Arkansas pulls up a chair. Leo inquires about his background, education, and the decision to run for Governor of the great state of Arkansas. You'll definitely want to hear what he has to say.
Episode 1: And so it begins
September 29, 2022 10:30 - 33 minutes - 47.2 MBLeo lays out the who, what, when, where, and why of the podcast, including the hot seat questions and pull up a little chair.
BDWD 100
April 11, 2022 12:37 - 1 hour - 95 MBEpisode 100 is up and it’s a very special one. In this episode, we recap all the fun we’ve had making this podcast over the last six years. Listen in as the dudes talk through the history of the pod, fun episodes, the never before talked about dark episodes, and other things that spun off from the podcast. We also talk about how the 100th episode is also the LAST episode of Black Dude White Dude.
BDWD 99- Dude Talk: The Shake Up w/ Tony Manning
March 23, 2022 19:48 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBBlack Dude is joined by Doc (Tony) Manning again and the pair got into Ketanji Brown Jackson, the CROWN Act, and Lia Thomas. The back half of the show they got into a serious March Madness Bracket with cereal. Check it out!
BDWD 98- Dude Talk: The Shake Up w/ Lerinezo Robinson
March 07, 2022 22:22 - 1 hour - 203 MBBlack Dude is joined by fellow black dude, podcast alumnus (Episode 33) and Razorback, Lerinezo Robinson. The duo get into Juwan Howard, Brian Flores, and of course, Lerinezo's show, Keep It Real. The last half they get into a serious debate about their favorite superhero and what super powers they’d want to have! Check it out!
BDWD 97 - Dude Talk - The Shake Up w/ Dr. Tony Manning, Part 4
February 17, 2022 03:08 - 1 hour - 72 MBBlack Dude was joined by Dr. Tony Manning once again. They dove into the Winter Olympics, more Joe Rogan, cancel culture, Peloton, and the death of Amir Locke. Lots of good convo, you’ll want to give it a listen.
BDWD 96 - The Shake Up with Adena White of Blackbelt Voices
February 04, 2022 04:45 - 1 hour - 184 MBBlack Dude was joined by Adena White of Blackbelt Voices (episode 75) officially making this episode Black Dude Black Chick 😂. The pair got into Joe Rogan, journaling, code switching, misinformation, and history of Blackbelt Media.
BDWD 95 - Dude Talk - Dr. Tony Manning, Round 3
January 27, 2022 18:38 - 1 hour - 70.9 MBBlack Dude got back in the studio and was joined again by, former guest, Dr. Tony Manning (Episode 52). They talked New Years Resolutions, Winter Olympics, which event they would compete in, diplomatic boycotts, and shared a few stories that’ll bring a smile to your face. Check it out!
BDWD 94 - Dude Talk: Shake Up w/ Jimmy Warren
November 24, 2021 02:23 - 59 minutes - 47.5 MBBlack Dude got back in the studio and was joined by a black dude, and former guest, Jimmy Warren (Episode 25) as White Dude is out fighting crime. They talked about the Rittenhouse verdict, dad life, that sneaker-head life, and Thanksgiving food for black folks. Check it out!
BDWD 93 - Dude Talk - The Shake Up w/ Dr. Tony Manning
November 12, 2021 03:38 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBBlack Dude got back in the studio and was joined by another white dude, former guest, Dr. Tony Manning (Episode 52) as THE White Dude is out fighting crime. Their discussion ran the gambit on topics. They talked about Leo’s Palm Springs trip, traveling with kids, how being a parent is hard work, Covid, the racket that is Christmas lighting companies and more. Check it out!
BDWD 92 - The Queen of Promotions: Heather Baker
October 29, 2021 02:58 - 1 hour - 69.9 MBThe dudes were joined by AY Media Group President/Publisher, Heather Baker. We got into her background, how she came to the El President, her love for cars and more.
BDWD 91
September 30, 2021 02:00 - 1 hour - 51.3 MBHit that line, hit that line, it’s pod time! The boys chopped it up over Hogs football, Halloween flicks, and Leo’s adventure into deep bourbon country. There’s also a little parenting bit in there. All in all, great success. Ready, GO!
BDWD 90 - UCA Head Football Coach Nathan Brown
September 21, 2021 01:12 - 1 hour - 60.6 MBBDWD is joined by UCA Head Football Coach Nathan Brown! We talk through his career as a player at UCA, NIL deals, Conwegans rooting for the Hogs, and more. Give it a listen!
BDWD 89 - Dude Talk - Where We're At
September 03, 2021 13:58 - 1 hour - 50.2 MBThe dudes are back and they get into why to not enter into hard conversations with errbody, their own relationship and where it’s at, Todd’s first Nashville experience and what the immediate future of the podcast might look like.
BDWD 88 - Dude Talk - Covid and The Olympics
July 19, 2021 01:42 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBThe guys are back in the studio and they are they are fired up! The dudes bump heads on Covid, vaccinations, the Olympics, Sha’Carri Richardson, Gwen Berry, Laurel Hubbard and more. You don’t want to miss this entertaining episode!
BDWD 87 - Amy Hester and Emily Reeves of Conversations, Cocktails, and Connections
June 08, 2021 14:41 - 1 hour - 204 MBWe welcome our friends from the Conversations, Cocktails, and Connections podcast. Amy Hester and Emily Reeves host this cool podcast all about.... well... the name says it all. We talk their origin story, favorite cocktails, dive into the Friends reunion, and sip some Absinthe.
BDWD 86 - GT Hill of Titan Ranch
May 04, 2021 02:53 - 59 minutes - 109 MBWe go DEEP on this one..... Like 50 ft deep with GT at Titan Ranch, the nicest missile complex in Arkansas. Titan Ranch was a fully functioning nuclear missile silo from the 60's to the 80's. We dig into the details on how GT unearthed this awesome relic and turned it into a state of the art Airbnb and event venue. Give it a listen.
BDWD 86 - GT at Titan Ranch
May 04, 2021 02:53 - 59 minutes - 109 MBWe go DEEP on this one..... Like 50 ft deep with GT at Titan Ranch, the nicest missile complex in Arkansas. Titan Ranch was a fully functioning nuclear missile silo from the 60's to the 80's. We dig into the details on how GT unearthed this awesome relic and turned it into a state of the art Airbnb and event venue. Give it a listen.
BDWD 85 - Just the Boys
April 12, 2021 14:22 - 2 hours - 239 MB.Finally the Dudes are back in the studio and they've got lots to talk about. They recap why they've been absent the last little bit, talk vaccines, vacation plans, and debate the conundrum of taking pictures to document the moment or to be present in the moment. And of course...we talked about some more random topics. Check it out! Sponsors Rock City Outfitters Lake Liquor
BDWD 84 - The 2020 F.U.
January 14, 2021 01:35 - 2 hours - 232 MBHey, 2020 was a THANG. Come join us as we relive this year in our BDWD FU (Follow Up) episode. We hit all the highlights and the lowlights, and hope for a better 2021. Check us out.
BDWD 83 - Jon Priest
December 08, 2020 02:55 - 2 hours - 243 MBMental Health is a huge issue for our country right now and Jon Priest is on the front lines. Jon owns Christian Perspective Counseling. We get to dig into Jon's story, the work of being a counselor, and about who benefits from seeing a counselor. Now, sit back on your couch in a comfortable position, relax, take some deep breaths, close your eyes and push play.
BDWD 82 - Kayle Browning and David Radulovich
November 30, 2020 17:35 - 2 hours - 240 MBDavid Radulovich is a professional shotgun shooter. Kayle Browning is an Olympian. Both hold world and national titles and many championships making them two of the BEST shooters in the world. Together they host a podcast called Beyond the Podium where they talk about their experiences as professional shooters and ultimately how to be a champion. We had an awesome time with them and learned SO much. You will too.
BDWD 81 - Dude Talk - Leo wins AFV and other things
November 25, 2020 16:41 - 1 hour - 152 MBOn this episode of the podcast we get into Leo's big win on America's Funniest Home Videos. We also talk dog bites, Parler, Can this country heal, and Thanksgiving plans!! Give us a listen AND a digital high five.