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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BDWD 80 - Austin Samuelson of Tacos For Life
November 04, 2020 00:57 - 1 hour - 156 MBAustin and Ashton Samuelson are the founders of Tacos for life. Austin joins us to talk about T4L's humble but adventurous origin, current success, and future plans. We get to know the heart of the business as well as the namesake of the great Counselor Taco, er......Korean Beef Taco. It's a good time.
BDWD 79 - Halloween 2020
October 22, 2020 03:19 - 1 hour - 163 MBOH HECK YES it's Halloween and BDWD is here to give you a spooky spin on 2020. Light your jack-o-lanterns, put on your costumes and get ready for a treat of a show. We dive into a Halloween version of the five. Five things to think about for this Halloween. Thanks to our sponsors: Rock City Outfitters: Use code BDWD20 at checkout for 20% off your online purchase as well as FREE shipping. www.rockcityoutfitters.com East Sixth Brewing Company: www.eastsixthbrewingcompany.com
BDWD 78 - Dude Talk - The Five
September 13, 2020 19:45 - 2 hours - 226 MBThis week we dig deep. We call it “The Five”. Five topics that we hit and follow the rabbit wherever it goes. Here are the five. A sad goodbye to Chadwick Boseman. Protests and Riots. A scuffle in Downtown Conway. Voting with your dollar. White Supremacy. Join us in our conversation.
BDWD - 77 - The King of Little Rock Radio - Justin Acri
August 25, 2020 03:36 - 2 hours - 225 MBThe guys had a great convo with Justin Acri. We got into his award winning journalism outside of sports, 103.7 The Buzz, some great sports memories, what brought him to the Natural State in the first place, and much more. Thanks to our sponsors: Rock City Outfitters: Use code BDWD20 at checkout for 20% off your online purchase as well as FREE shipping. https://www.rockcityoutfitters.com East Sixth Brewing Company: https://www.eastsixthbrewingcompany.com
BDWD 76 - Dude Talk - Top 5 summer blockbuster
August 18, 2020 20:39 - 1 hour - 205 MBBDWD 76 - Dude Talk - Top 5 summer blockbuster by Leo Cummings III
BDWD 75 - Black Belt Voices
July 31, 2020 00:32 - 1 hour - 146 MBWE. ARE. BACK. And we’re excited to have the women from Blackbelt Voices with us today. We talked to them about their huge features on Apple Podcasts and Vanity Fair, the vulnerability that comes with hosting a podcast, the tragic story of Marvin Williams, and what it was like to attend the historic Central High. Thanks to our sponsors this week: Rock City Outfitters: Use code BDWD20 for 20% off your next online order AND free shipping. https://www.rockcityoutfitters.com East Sixth Brewing Co...
BDWD 74 - AMERICA - Dr. Phil Fletcher and Ryan Stephens
July 04, 2020 22:47 - 2 hours - 318 MBThanks for stopping by. We would love for you to leave us a 5-star review wherever you listen to this podcast. It helps more people find the pod AND it enters you into a drawing for a BDWD prize pack at the end of the year. We're also going to give you a shoutout at the beginning of the next show that we record, so do us both a favor and write some nice things about us. Dr. Phil Fletcher and Ryan Stephens keep up the streak of returning guests. We got into a good conversation with them on the...
BDWD 73 - Major Chris Harris of CPD
June 23, 2020 13:22 - 2 hours - 298 MBFirst, leave us a review. You like us. We like you. Let’s tell the world all about it. When you leave reviews you’re automatically entered to win a BDWD prize pack at the end of the year, PLUS we’ll shout you out on the next show. So head on over to your favorite podcast app and say some kind words. We are so happy to have a returning guest this week, Major Chris Harris from the Conway Police Department. We talked about the protests in Conway following the murder of George Floyd and Breonna T...
BDWD 72 - Dude Talk - In light of George Floyd
June 07, 2020 04:37 - 2 hours - 254 MBWe’re talking about George Floyd, Black Lives Matter, and what’s next. The murder of George Floyd: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Killing_of_George_Floyd The murder of Breonna Taylor: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shooting_of_Breonna_Taylor The murder of Ahmaud Arbery: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shooting_of_Ahmaud_Arbery Chris rock bad apple: https://twitter.com/mharrisonair/status/1267171823575154689?s=20 Qualified Immunity: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Qualified_immunity Thank you to our...
BDWD - 71 - Dude Talk - Gimme Five
May 19, 2020 13:01 - 2 hours - 236 MBWhat is up what is up! It is day 435 of quarantine and we’ve got another steaming hot episode of Black Dude White Dude for your bored little ears. First, leave us a review. You like us. We like you. Let’s tell the world all about it. When you leave reviews you’re automatically entered to win a BDWD prize pack at the end of the year, PLUS we’ll shout you out on the next show. So head on over to your favorite podcast app and say some kind words. We talked about why some of you saw Leo walking a...
BDWD 70 - Dude Talk - Last Dance
May 12, 2020 02:04 - 1 hour - 189 MBIt’s another all host special on the Black Dude White Dude pod. We’re not even hiding our obsession with The Last Dance. The first hour is all about 90s basketball and we even get into our best of the best rankings. This is a fun one, especially if you’ve been watching Michael Jordan highlights for the last month like we have. Big thanks to our sponsor this week, Rock City Outfitters. They’re donating 50% of sales on their fundraising t-shirts to The Food Banks of Arkansas. Check out those sh...
BDWD - 69 - Jessica Zimmerman - Sleeping With A Stranger
April 14, 2020 03:05 - 1 hour - 194 MBIn this episode we deep dive (while socially distancing) into Jessica Zimmerman's new book "Sleeping with a Stranger". HOLY SCHMOKES this book was fantastic. Jessica holds nothing back. Listen to this podcast, and then go to her site and order the book. Sponsors: Rock City Outfitters: use the promo code BDWD20 for 20% off and free shipping - www.rockcityoutfitters.com/ Zimmerman Events - www.zimmermanevents.com/
BDWD - 68 - Dude Talk - The Corona Episode
March 16, 2020 22:48 - 1 hour - 104 MBIt’s time for the quarantine special as Black Dude White Dude talks about Covid-19 and the fallout from the virus that’s affecting the entire world. We tested our knowledge of what to do when you run out of toilet paper and how a few seashells could help.We also discussed the basics of where to find legitimate information on the virus. Music and movies made an exciting return with boy bands and pop stars from the early 2000s being the subject of our focus. Bundle up, 8 feet from your friends ...
BDWD - 67 - Dude Talk - Lent and Love is Blind
March 03, 2020 03:56 - 1 hour - 119 MBIt’s a host-only special this week on the Black Dude White Dude Podcast, and things got weird in the best way. The guys talk about what they’re giving up for lent, and have a lively discussion on a “who’s got to go” meme. Love is Blind takes over about half of the pod, and the guys are obsessed. Todd also went in on the NBA for a bit. Y’all are going to love this one. Sponsors: Rock City Outfitters: https://www.rockcityoutfitters.com/ Rebel Kettle: https://www.rebelkettle.com/ BDWD Facebook: ...
BDWD - 66 - Avery Bingham and Amanda Young of the How to Not Get Murdered Podcast
February 18, 2020 02:57 - 1 hour - 155 MBBlack dude and White dude are joined this week by Avery Bingham and Amanda Young of the How to Not Get Murdered Podcast. We talked with them about their show’s origins and talked about a number of episodes ranging from what to do if you’re being followed to hotel safety when traveling. The HTNGM team gave us tips on ways to be proactive about personal safety, and taught us how to escape a locked trunk. This is a fun one. So grab a glass of Working Glass Hero, put on your favorite Rock City t-...
BDWD - 65 - Curtis Pinkerton of Awakening Events
February 04, 2020 01:51 - 2 hours - 167 MBThis week we’re joined by one of the most successful concert promoters in the world, Curtis Pinkerton of Awakening Events and River Concerts. We got deep into Curtis’s past, including his battle with cancer, and his early beginnings in the business with the Mid-South Metal Society. We learned about Awakening Event’s humble start in Cabot and what’s coming next for them and River Concerts. Curtis also gave us a look into the evolution of Christian music, what it’s like to work with Toby Mac, a...
BDWD - 64 - Eric Larosa of Lean Feast
January 28, 2020 06:34 - 1 hour - 148 MBEric Larosa is the CEO and head chef at Lean Feast. But there is so much more to Eric Larosa than Lean Feast. He is building a health food empire. Join us as we learn where the origins of Lean Feast, it's current operations, and where it is going. You do not want to miss this.
BDWD - 64 - Eric Larosa
January 28, 2020 06:34 - 1 hour - 148 MBEric Larosa is the CEO and head chef at Lean Feast. But there is so much more to Eric Larosa than Lean Feast. He is building a health food empire. Join us as we learn where the origins of Lean Feast, it's current operations, and where it is going. You do not want to miss this.
BDWD - 63 - Dude Talk - Lamar Jackson, Jack Wilson, and "OK"
January 08, 2020 03:11 - 1 hour - 153 MBThis one starts with one question. Is that racist? Dive deep with the guys to discover if Lamar Jackson's critic was racist, should everyone carry a gun to church, and what does the OK sign really mean.
BDWD - 62 - Happy Thanksgiving
December 09, 2019 04:37 - 1 hour - 137 MBIn this Facebook live version of BDWD the guys talk about the Thanksgiving and traditions. What's a black family thanksgiving like versus a white family thanksgiving? Also, there is a ton of engagement from those who caught the show live. Give it a listen and be thankful.
BDWD - BONUS - KEEP IT REAL
November 27, 2019 18:26 - 1 hour - 125 MBBDWD makes a guest appearance on Keep It Real with Lerinezo Robinson. We get a chance to break down the state of the Razorback football program and coaching search. Join us as we Keep It Real.
BDWD - 61 - Jessica Zimmerman
November 26, 2019 06:02 - 2 hours - 171 MBJessica is an entrepreneur, educator, podcaster, and author who leverages her story to empower women to boldly pursue whole-hearted lives. After experiencing death, loss, financial failure, and care-taking a chronically ill husband, Jessica has experienced the freedom that comes with knowing the future is not guaranteed. And in the process, she's built a million dollar empire. Jessica helps her audience build businesses and lives they love through her online education, podcast, and upcoming b...
BDWD - 61 - Daniel Tyler
November 19, 2019 04:12 - 1 hour - 141 MBDaniel Tyler is the found and director of Deliver Hope, an organization that seeks to bridge the gap for at-risk youth. Daniel is the perfect person to run this organization because he was also an at-risk youth. We dig into those details, the origin of the organization, his heart for people, and the murder of his mom. This one will get you in the feels. Give a listen and let us know what you think on social media.
BDWD - 60 - Halloween 2019 - Vincent and Jules
November 13, 2019 02:59 - 59 minutes - 82.9 MBDo you like scary movies? Which is your favorite? What's your favorite Halloween candy? Join the guys..... Vincent and Jules... in this live halloween special for a spooky scary good time. Sponsors: Rock City Outfitters: www.rockcityoutfitters.com Use promo code BDWD20 for 20% your order PLUS free shipping! Rebel Kettle: www.rebelkettle.com
BDWD - 59 - Drew Spurgers of Kanga Studio, SHADE Sunless Spa, and Exotic Tans
October 29, 2019 03:32 - 2 hours - 118 MBDrew Spurgers is the owner of Kanga Studio, Exotic Tans and SHADE Sunless Spa. He also happens to be the first openly gay guest on Black Dude White Dude. We talk about business and what it's like to be openly gay in a small southern community. It's a great conversation.
BDWD - 58 - Dude talk - Botham Jean
October 08, 2019 14:16 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBSo long summer and hello fall. In this podcast we dig in to the Botham Jean case and share our opinions on whether race was a factor and if the courts got it right. We also touch on the good and bad of the fall season.
BDWD - 57 - Christina Lecuyer of @bechristina
September 26, 2019 17:23 - 1 hour - 85 MBFriends, we have an EPIC podcast for you today. Christina Lecuyer(pro golfer, tv personality, mentor, coach, and human connection specialist) comes on to talk about her story and her upcoming trip to climb Kilimanjaro, but you get OH SO MUCH MORE. This will be a life changing podcast for many. buckle up. Let's go! Be you!
BDWD - 56 - 3 things you didn't know
September 24, 2019 02:43 - 1 hour - 76.9 MBIn episode 56 we're taking it back old school. The guys have made a list of three things they didn't know about each other. Who had piercings? Who did a crazy hair thing? Who has traveled to the craziest places? You'll love this episode.
BDWD - 55 - Jason Polk and John Lee of Rebel Kettle Brewery
August 22, 2019 02:05 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBWe welcome our sponsor and friends from Rebel Kettle to the podcast table and to Conway!!! We dig in to everything Rebel Kettle. Jason Polk and John Lee talk origins, future plans, and of course beer. These guys are awesome and they are bringing a lot to our community. Sponsors: Rock City Outfitters: www.rockcityoutfitters.com Use promo code BDWD20 for 20% your order PLUS free shipping! Rebel Kettle: www.rebelkettle.com
BDWD - 54 -Ryan Mayfield
August 05, 2019 21:12 - 2 hours - 114 MBWe sat down with Ryan Mayfield of Evrgrn Teams and dove DEEP into the inner-beings of the Black Dude White Dude team as we looked at our enneagram test results. We also covered how the enneagram test can give your team or group insight into how you can best work together, why you need to “do the work” to own your flaws, how your scores will mature through the different seasons of your life, how you’re going to emotionally damage your kids and why that’s okay, how Ryan accidentally became a pr...
BDWD - 53 - Susanne Brunner
July 26, 2019 02:53 - 1 hour - 64.3 MBSusanne Bruner is an Emmy award winning news anchor for KARK 4 news. Her main focus is health and education however she has recently authored her first children's book "Busker the Tusker". We get into all the details of the story and the process of authoring a book from start to finish. Susanne is a blast and this is a fun cast. Give it a listen!!
BDWD - 52 - Dr. Tony Manning
June 11, 2019 02:59 - 1 hour - 102 MBDr. Tony Manning is a surgeon in the Conway Regional Health System. His specialty is bariatric surgery. We talk everything about bariatric surgery, how it benefits our community, to Dr. Manning's taste in music. Dr. Manning is a down to earth dude that we jive with well. Check this one out and enjoy!!
BDWD - 51 - Major Chris Harris of the Conway Police Department
May 15, 2019 03:20 - 2 hours - 130 MBWhat do you get when you a police major, a black dude, and a white dude sit down for a two hours? A DANG good show. Chris Harris has been a police officer for 20 plus years and employed with the Conway PD for 15 years. He's seen and done everything from swat team to commandeering an 18 wheeler. This two hour episode is packed full of good stuff. We touch on Major Harris' story, life as a cop, and race relations and the police force. Plus the guys got to play around with the state of the art "...
BDWD - 50 - The Fiftieth
April 26, 2019 15:22 - 55 minutes - 51.8 MBThe 50th episode of Black Dude White Dude is here. We welcome new sponsor Rebel Kettle Brewing Company. Then we talk Tiger's return, David Goggins, and Game of Thrones. Oh yeah, it's also our first video cast.
BDWD - 49 - Dr. Houston Davis of the University of Central Arkansas
April 09, 2019 02:50 - 1 hour - 92.6 MBDr. Houston Davis is the president of the University of Central Arkansas. We talk about the road that brought him to UCA, all of current success UCA is experiencing, and his love for family and music. Dr. Davis is dang cool. The students of UCA love him and you will too once you give this episode a listen.
BDWD - 48 - Ask a Dr: The Colon Show
March 17, 2019 16:51 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBThat's right!! You read it right. This is a show about colon health. We sit down with Dr. Thad Hardin and Dr. Martin Moix to talk colon health and we introduce our quarterly segment called "Ask a Dr" where they answer your questions. Then we are joined by University of Central Arkansas Athletic Director Brad Teague and Conway Regional CEO Matt Troupe to talk about their experience in participating in colon health month.
BDWD - 47 - Graham Gordy
March 15, 2019 04:20 - 1 hour - 97.5 MBGraham Gordy is a screenwriter with credits on True detective season 3, Quarry, Rectify, and Antiquities. He sits down with us and talks about his Arkansas origins, what it's like to be in the writing room on projects such as True Detective, some of his notable projects, and his future plans. Give this a listen.
BDWD - 46 - Little Rock Central High Tour(The Little Rock 9)
March 01, 2019 01:57 - 57 minutes - 53.6 MBThe guys tour Little Rock Central High School and learn about the historic event that took place in 1957 with the Little Rock 9 in honor of Black History Month. They have some really good takeaways from this important time in history. Give it a listen.
BDWD - 45 - Dr. Phillip Fletcher
February 26, 2019 16:02 - 2 hours - 118 MBDr. Phillip Fletcher is a man of many disciplines. He has served in the US Army as both enlisted and officer, been deployed twice, earned his PhD, founded a non-profit, is a pastor, a non-profit consultant, served on a few boards, and is constantly advocating for the impoverished. We talk about it all.
BDWD - 44 - Lets Talk About Blackface
February 19, 2019 04:21 - 1 hour - 95.8 MBJust the guys tonight. Todd and Leo talk Liam Neeson, blackface, and Redemption. Oh, and they may be entering the Amazing Race. Check. It. Out.
BDWD - 43 - Jeff Standridge of... well, many things
January 28, 2019 20:56 - 1 hour - 91.6 MBJeff Standridge is a best selling author and the Chief Catalyst at Conductor where he works with individuals to turn ideas into products and businesses. He spent 20 years as a leader at Acxiom and held other leadership positions in many different landscapes. He is truly an inspiring guy and you will grow as an individual just by listening to this episode. Check it out!!
BDWD - 42 - Germany, ski trip gone wrong, Concentration camps, and Preston Palmer
January 15, 2019 04:58 - 2 hours - 118 MBThe guys talk about Todd's trip to Germany. There's a ski trip gone wrong, a concentration camp, and Preston Palmer adding an extra perspective. Hold on because this one gets a little deep.
BDWD - 41 - The 2018 BDWD FU
December 21, 2018 05:20 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBBlack Dude and White Dude recap the year, talk favorite episodes, and tease things to come in 2019. Don't miss the last episode of the year. Thank you all for listening.
BDWD - 40 - Brad Lacy of the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce
December 17, 2018 23:35 - 2 hours - 123 MBBrad Lacy is the President and CEO of the Conway Area Chamber of Commerce and the Conway Development Corporation. We dive into Conway's economic past and future, Brad's impeccable fashion, and his song knowledge. It's one for the books.
BDWD - 39 - Brett Berry of Crain Hyundai
December 10, 2018 18:21 - 1 hour - 36.5 MBBDWD welcomes Brett Berry, the general sales manager, of our newest sponsor Crain Hyundai. If you need a new or used car of any make and model, these are the guys to get it for you. We also talk pet peeves, sports, and once of us hits the GONG!!!
BDWD - 38 - Aaron and Lindsay Burks
December 04, 2018 12:43 - 2 hours - 66.7 MBAaron and Lindsay Burks are the owners of Refine Active Health, a health, wellness, and fitness facility. They sit down with us in our last health related episode for the month of November and talk nutrition and of course, Crossfit. This one gets into the details so hold on as we dive deep.
BDWD - 37 - The Ladies Of Legend Dr. Keitha Holland and Dr. Brandie Martin
November 27, 2018 05:55 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBBDWD takes another dive into health with Dr. Keitha Holland and Dr. Brandie Martin. They are both OBGYN's and specialize in women's health care. From women's health to laverne and Shirley, it's all in this show. Find out why they are so legendary. Give it a listen.
BDWD - 36 - Dr. Thad Hardin
November 13, 2018 04:45 - 2 hours - 104 MBDr. Thad Hardin helps Black Dude White Dude kick off Men's health month. We talk about Dr. Hardin's backstory, expertise, and his passion for the flu vaccine. He highlights the importance of health in general, but we hit on some men specific health issues. Men, give it a listen. It'll help you out. Women, give it a listen. It'll help your man.
BDWD - 35 - Kelly Sublett of the Log Cabin Democrat
October 29, 2018 15:44 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBKelly Sublett is the Publisher of the Log Cabin Democrat in Conway Arkansas. Our conversation with her ranges from her time covering executions in a small Texas town to the moment Matthew McConaughey stepped into her life and confirmed her inner truth. What a wild ride with a great story teller. Give it a listen.
BDWD - 34 - Reunions, Gender, Racism, and other fun stuff
October 22, 2018 22:36 - 1 hour - 35.8 MBBDWD talk high school reunions, gender equality issues, and hit on a little "is that racist" topic. This one gets a little heavy. As always there's a bro hug and it ends on a lighter note.