Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Hot Springs Village Inside Out your inside look at retiring, living, & thriving in Hot Springs Village ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [Changes In Town House Association Voting Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/changes-in-town-house-association-voting-inside-hot-springs-village/) - the most recent changes in the THA (Town House Association) voting in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas - [What Are The Cottages Of Isabella?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-are-the-cottages-of-isabella/) - The Cottages of Isabella by Renaissance Homes is a new development of 13 homes, 1500-2000sf, energy efficient, age-in-place and how maintenance. - [Touring The RV Park & The Coronado Center Area](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/touring-the-rv-park-the-coronado-center-area/) - Ride along on a scooter tour of the Hot Springs Village RV Park and Coronado Center, featuring the fitness center, tennis courts, library, and more. - [Which Hot Springs Village Location Fits You Best?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/which-hot-springs-village-location-fits-you-best/) - Discover the four home locations in Hot Springs Village: lake communities, golf course communities, wooded interior lots, and mountain view communities. - [You Ask. We Answer. (July 2026)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/you-ask-we-answer-july-2026/) - Got questions about Hot Springs Village? Rick Marshall and Randy Cantrell answer your July 2026 questions on real estate, retirement, and life in HSV. - [Designing Your Best Retirement Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/designing-your-best-retirement-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Design your best retirement in Hot Springs Village. Discover why location, relationships, health, purpose, and financial wellness matter more than ever. - [What Will My Life Be Like Inside Hot Springs Village?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-will-my-life-be-like-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Wondering what everyday life is really like in Hot Springs Village? Discover the lifestyle, community, pace, and simple joys that make living here unique. - [Thinking About Buying in Hot Springs Village? Watch This First.](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/thinking-about-buying-in-hot-springs-village-watch-this-first/) - Thinking about buying in Hot Springs Village? Rick Marshall shares the latest market update and answers viewer questions while cruising beautiful Lake Balboa. - [How Do You Build A House In Hot Springs Village If You Don't Live Here?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-do-you-build-a-house-in-hot-springs-village-if-you-dont-live-here/) - Thinking about building a home in Hot Springs Village while living elsewhere? Discover how Renaissance Homes makes the entire process simple and stress-free. - [Why I Got My Motorcycle License at 69](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-i-got-my-motorcycle-license-at-69/) - At 69, I earned my motorcycle license and discovered that the biggest rewards in life often come from doing hard things until they become easy. - [The Stuff We Own Eventually Owns Us](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-stuff-we-own-eventually-owns-us/) - Stuff has a way of quietly taking over. Here's my personal battle with "crap creep," why less is more, and how decluttering creates freedom. - [The Dog Days of Summer in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-dog-days-of-summer-in-hot-springs-village/) - Dog days of summer are real, but so is the beauty of Hot Springs Village. Here's how retirees enjoy life, stay active, and thrive even in the summer heat. - [The Hidden Place I Wish I'd Found Sooner](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-hidden-place-i-wish-id-found-sooner/) - Discover a hidden memorial garden in Hot Springs Village and why quiet places like this remind us that solitude can be just as important as community. - [Why Hot Springs Village Is the Perfect Place for a New Chapter](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-hot-springs-village-is-the-perfect-place-for-a-new-chapter/) - Every season of life offers a fresh start. Discover why gratitude, freedom, and Hot Springs Village can help you design your best next chapter. - [What I Miss Most Since Moving to Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-i-miss-most-since-moving-to-hot-springs-village/) - Is there anything I miss since moving to Hot Springs Village? In this candid episode, I share the tradeoffs, surprises, and why I'd still make the move. - [The Retirement Advantage Nobody Talks About](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-retirement-advantage-nobody-talks-about/) - Why optimism may be the most overlooked advantage in retirement. A walk along Cedar Creek Trail explores hope, mindset, and thriving in Hot Springs Village. - [Is Hot Springs Village Right For You?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/is-hot-springs-village-right-for-you/) - Thinking about Hot Springs Village? Discover the real concerns prospective buyers have—from politics and healthcare to friendships and lifestyle fit. - [She Wanted Community. Instead, She Found Isolation.](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/she-wanted-community-instead-she-found-isolation/) - She moved to a 55+ community seeking friendship and connection. Ten months later, she's lonely and looking for something better. - [Should You Wait to Buy in Hot Springs Village? (May 2026 Real Estate Update)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/should-you-wait-to-buy-in-hot-springs-village-may-2026-real-estate-update/) - Get the latest Hot Springs Village real estate numbers with Rick Marshall as we review home sales, prices, and market trends through May 2026. - [Why This Builder Went All-In On Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-this-builder-went-all-in-on-hot-springs-village/) - Brandon Tedder, owner Renaissance Homes, Hot Springs Village, joins us to discuss new project, home building in HSV, lot selection for your new home site & more - [3 Years Later: Would We Still Move to Hot Springs Village?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/3-years-later-would-we-still-move-to-hot-springs-village/) - Would we still choose Hot Springs Village after three years? Join me for an honest look at the lifestyle, challenges, and rewards of living here. - [Why Hot Springs Village Became Our Safe Place](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-hot-springs-village-became-our-safe-place/) - A stressful family crisis led us to Hot Springs Village in 2018. This is the story of how healing, hope and HSV changed our lives forever. - [Are There Snowbirds in Hot Springs Village?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/are-there-snowbirds-in-hot-springs-village/) - Discover the truth about “snowbirds” in Hot Springs Village and how part-time vs. full-time residents shape life, culture, and community in HSV. - [What Hot Springs Village Is NOT](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-hot-springs-village-is-not/) - What Hot Springs Village isn’t may surprise you. Randy shares the myths, misconceptions and realities behind life in HSV retirement living. - [Who’s Moving To Hot Springs Village? You Might Be Surprised](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/whos-moving-to-hot-springs-village-you-might-be-surprised/) - Thinking about retiring to Hot Springs Village? Discover the wide variety of people moving here—and why HSV fits more lifestyles than you think. - [The Problem Isn’t Retirement It’s WHERE You Retire](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-problem-isnt-retirement-its-where-you-retire/) - Retirement shouldn’t feel lonely or lifeless. Discover why so many retirees are thriving, connected, active, and energized in Hot Springs Village. - [What Storms Are Really Like In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-storms-are-really-like-in-hot-springs-village/) - Experience thunderstorms in Hot Springs Village—what to expect, how residents prepare, and why storms become part of the beauty of retirement here. - [Randy & Vicki Moulton's Lakefront Back Porch](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/randy-vicki-moultons-lakefront-back-porch/) - Tour Randy & Vicki Moulton’s stunning lakefront back porch in Hot Springs Village and discover the beauty, comfort, and lifestyle of HSV lake living. - [She Researched Retirement Everywhere Then Chose Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/she-researched-retirement-everywhere-then-chose-hot-springs-village/) - After surviving lung cancer, Liz Atherton researched retirement destinations nationwide before choosing Hot Springs Village for her encore chapter. - [Why Some Retirees Feel Rich On Less Money](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-some-retirees-feel-rich-on-less-money/) - Why do some retirees thrive financially while others struggle? We explore inherited wealth, cash flow, and retirement life in Hot Springs Village. - [Why We Left DFW Behind For Retirement In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-we-left-dfw-behind-for-retirement-in-hot-springs-village/) - Why we chose to leave the crowds, traffic, rising costs, and fast pace of DFW behind for a quieter retirement in Hot Springs Village. - [You Ask, We Answer (May 2026)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/you-ask-we-answer-may-2026/) - AI analyzed viewer emails to rank the top 10 questions about Hot Springs Village. Randy and Rick Marshall answer to help you decide if HSV fits your retirement. - [Real Estate Update From 8th Tee Box (Granada Golf Course)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/real-estate-update-from-8th-tee-box-granada-golf-course/) - Get the latest HSV real estate update from the 8th tee box at Granada Golf Course—home prices, trends, and what buyers and sellers need to know now. - [YIKES! Termites](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/yikes-termites/) - Worried about termites in Hot Springs Village? Here’s how to protect your home with a trusted, reputable service before damage ever starts. - [The #1 Retirement Mistake? Ignoring Your Environment (Hot Springs Village Insight)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-1-retirement-mistake-ignoring-your-environment-hot-springs-village-insight/) - Your environment shapes your retirement. Discover how where you live—like Hot Springs Village—can impact your lifestyle, health, and happiness. - [Before You Choose Where to Retire…Watch This](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/before-you-choose-where-to-retirewatch-this/) - Discover why retirees thrive in Hot Springs Village—natural beauty, low cost of living, active lifestyle, and a welcoming community. - [I Love Hot Springs Village…But You Need to Know This](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/i-love-hot-springs-villagebut-you-need-to-know-this/) - Thinking about retiring to Hot Springs Village? Here’s the truth about pollen, bugs, heat, nightlife, the POA, and more before you decide. - [One Short Drive, Three Golf Courses](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/one-short-drive-three-golf-courses/) - Today, we take a short drive to demonstrate the magic of the eastern side of Hot Springs Village, where there's a concentration of golf courses. - [What You’re Telling Me About Retirement (and it matters)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-youre-telling-me-about-retirement-and-it-matters/) - What are people really worried about before retirement? Discover the top fears—and how lifestyle choices like where you live can make or break it. - [We Should've Done This Sooner!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/we-shouldve-done-this-sooner/) - As we walk the John & Mildred Cooper Nature Preserve we'll discuss overthinking retirement. Don't drag your feet to retirement. - [Hot Springs Village Neighborhoods: Don’t Get This Wrong!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-neighborhoods-dont-get-this-wrong/) - Explore Hot Springs Village neighborhoods—golf, lake, wooded, and more—so you can choose the right home and lifestyle before you move or buy. - [Retirement Planning for Couples: 6 Critical Decisions Before You Retire](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/retirement-planning-for-couples-6-critical-decisions-before-you-retire/) - Retiring to Hot Springs Village? Discover 6 key decisions couples must make about lifestyle, finances, and health before retiring. - [Not All Neighborhoods in Hot Springs Village Are the Same](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/not-all-neighborhoods-in-hot-springs-village-are-the-same/) - Hot Springs Village neighborhoods vary more than you think. Learn how to choose the right area—lake, golf, or wooded—for your retirement lifestyle. - [Lake Lago Lookout (Must See)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-lago-lookout-must-see/) - Discover Lake Lago Lookout in Hot Springs Village—one of the most scenic and peaceful spots that reveals what everyday life here can truly feel like. - [What Will You Leave Behind? A Powerful Truth About Retirement](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-will-you-leave-behind-a-powerful-truth-about-retirement/) - What will you leave behind? A thoughtful look at legacy, purpose, and how retirement in Hot Springs Village can help you live a life that outlives you. - [You Ask, We Answer (March 2026)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/you-ask-we-answer-march-2026/) - Every month Rick Marshall helps me answer YOUR questions. Email us: Hello@HSVInsideOut.com. Rick Marshall is the number 1 waterfront specialist Realtor in HSV. - [February 2026 Real Estate Update with Rick Marshall (from 6 Opalo Place)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/february-2026-real-estate-update-with-rick-marshall-from-6-opalo-place/) - Today's real estate update with Rick Marshall of McGraw Realtors showcases how affordable waterfront homes inside Hot Springs Village can be. - [How Much Does It REALLY Cost to Live in Hot Springs Village?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-much-does-it-really-cost-to-live-in-hot-springs-village/) - Everybody - and I do mean EVERYBODY - I interact with who are considering Hot Springs Village as their retirement destination are concerned about money. - [Hot Springs Village Life: As Busy Or As Relaxed As You Want](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-life-as-busy-or-as-relaxed-as-you-want/) - Near the DeSoto Nature Trail, you'll find the Hot Springs Village Dog Park, where folks gather to play bocce ball and enjoy lawn bowling - [Archery Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/archery-inside-hot-springs-village/) - The Archery Range inside Hot Springs Village is located just off Fenix Way - [Visit Hot Springs Village In Your RV](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/visit-hot-springs-village-in-your-rv/) - The Hot Springs Village RV Park is a private park for members and sponsored guests with 21 sites: 12 pull-through (Sites 1-12) and 9 back-in (Sites 13-21). - [Lake Balboa Pavilion, Beach and Playground](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-balboa-pavilion-beach-and-playground/) - The Lake Balboa beach and associated amenities are located at 476 Ponce de Leon Drive. This is one of two beaches inside the Village, the other at Lake DeSoto - [Looping Around Lakes DeSoto and Cortez: Let's Take A Drive](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/looping-around-lakes-desoto-and-cortez-lets-take-a-drive/) - We'll leave the Cortez Pavilion and make a loop around the northside of Lakes DeSoto and Cortez to show you a lake community on the west side. - [The Pavilion At Lake Cortez](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-pavilion-at-lake-cortez-2/) - The Pavilion is located off Carmona Road, just off DeSoto Blvd. It features covered picnic tables, a fireplace, grills, and restrooms. - [HSV Inside Out Inbox: You Ask, We Answer (001)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-inside-out-inbox-you-ask-we-answer-001/) - This is the first in a new monthly series where Rick Marshall and I answer your email questions. Send us your questions to: Hello@HSVInsideOut.com - [January 2026 Real Estate Update with Rick Marshall (from 70 Estremedura Drive)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/january-2026-real-estate-update-with-rick-marshall-from-70-estremedura-drive/) - Rick Marshall, #1 waterfront specialist inside Hot Springs Village, with McGraw Realtors, joins me to give his monthly update from 70 Estremedura Drive. - [Grove Park Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/grove-park-inside-hot-springs-village/) - The Herando Trail is 8.6 miles one way, but we're going to walk a short distance to give you a sense of this trail and then show you Grove Park. - [Hot Springs Village Discovery Packages](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-discovery-packages/) - New Discovery Packages are brought to you by Reunion Resort Villas, McGraw Realtors of Hot Springs Village and The Diamante Country Club. - [What Our Audience Is Telling Us About This Show](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-our-audience-is-telling-us-about-this-show/) - I looked over the most recent responses, then decided I'd share the results with you - and see if you'd be interested in chiming in. - [Acreage Near Hot Springs Village: Cows, Chickens, and Golf?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/acreage-near-hot-springs-village-cows-chickens-and-golf/) - How a couple might retire to Arkansas, where they can enjoy the amenities of Hot Springs Village & still raise their own cattle, chickens, and a large garden - [Winter Inside Hot Springs Village (Winter Storm 2026)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/winter-inside-hot-springs-village-winter-storm-2026/) - The 2026 winter storm (hopefully, it's the first and last) arrived last Saturday in full force. Forecasters claimed we might get up to 24" of snow. - [Rick Marshall Answers Your Real Estate Questions](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/rick-marshall-answers-your-real-estate-questions/) - Help us come up with a good name for this part of our show. It began tongue-in-cheek: "Stump Your Realtor." We wanted a real estate expert to give us answers. - [Luxury Townhouse On Lake Balboa](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/luxury-townhouse-on-lake-balboa/) - Let's take a tour of a luxury townhouse overlooking Lake Balboa. It's a waterfront property with stunning views! - [Is Hot Springs Village A Good Place To Retire To In 2026?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/is-hot-springs-village-a-good-place-to-retire-to-in-2026/) - Let's explore what it’s like to live in Hot Springs Village as a retiree in 2026 - [Walking The John & Mildred Cooper Nature Preserve Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/walking-the-john-mildred-cooper-nature-preserve-inside-hot-springs-village/) - The John & Mildred Cooper Nature Preserve is more wilderness, as any nature preserve should be. In memory of Joni Elmore (October 20, 1955 - January 15, 2026) - [Trying Retirement Before You Buy It: A Micro-Retirement in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/trying-retirement-before-you-buy-it-a-micro-retirement-in-hot-springs-village/) - micro-retirement = a short, intentional stay where you live like a local and experience everyday retirement life before making a permanent move - [From Joshua, Texas To Joy On Lake Balboa](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/from-joshua-texas-to-joy-on-lake-balboa/) - They jokingly say they bought the ugly house on Lake Balboa and invested in 6-months to give it a new life. And what a life they've got (and the house). - [Why Health Span and Where You Live Matters More Than You Think](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-health-span-and-where-you-live-matters-more-than-you-think/) - I'd like to discuss something more important than life span...health span. Join me as we stroll the Cedar Creek Trail inside Hot Springs Village. - [Happy New Year 2026 Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/happy-new-year-2026-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Happy Anniversary to my wife, Rhonda, and me. Today is our 48th anniversary! To everybody else, Happy New Year 2026! Here are my THANK YOU's and plans. - [Why Winter Is the Smartest Time to Visit Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-winter-is-the-smartest-time-to-visit-hot-springs-village/) - Thinking about retiring to Hot Springs Village? You might be planning your visit for spring or fall, but the smartest time to see the Village is actually winter - [Christmas Inside Hot Springs Village (2025)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/christmas-inside-hot-springs-village-2025/) - From the Tarpleys (Jana and Jonathan), and the entire team here at Hot Springs Village Inside Out...Merry Christmas! - [Why Hot Springs Village Faced Little Competition for Retirement (A Porch Prowling Episode)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-hot-springs-village-faced-little-competition-for-retirement-a-porch-prowling-episode/) - Tom and Bethany planned to retire to Hot Springs Village by buying their retirement home and renting it out. How did they know about Hot Springs Village? - [Relaxed Retirement In Hot Springs Village (A Porch Prowling Episode)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/relaxed-retirement-in-hot-springs-village-a-porch-prowling-episode/) - After a long military career, followed by years working in our nation's capital, Tom McGregor knew it was time for him and Becky to relax. - [Is It Time For a Change? Why So Many People Choose Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/is-it-time-for-a-change-why-so-many-people-choose-hot-springs-village/) - What time is it...for you? For many of us, as we grow older and approach retirement, the season whispers (or yells), "It's time for a change." - [From Dallas To Diamante (A Porch Prowling Episode)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/from-dallas-to-diamante-a-porch-prowling-episode/) - Meet Graham and Jami Parham. Two years ago, they completed the construction of their Renaissance Homes-built house in Diamante. - [Why Retirees Thrive in Hot Springs Village: 4 Proven Strategies After 60](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-retirees-thrive-in-hot-springs-village-4-proven-strategies-after-60/) - In this episode of Hot Springs Village Inside Out, 4 proven retirement strategies that consistently lead to happiness, stability, and purpose after age 60 - [Living in Hot Springs Village vs Visiting for the First Time: My Honest Take](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/living-in-hot-springs-village-vs-visiting-for-the-first-time-my-honest-take/) - “How is it different living in Hot Springs Village versus visiting… especially that first time you visit?” Here's my answer and take. - [Winter Advice With Fire Chief Simmons](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/winter-advice-with-fire-chief-simmons/) - Jeremy Simmons, Fire Chief inside Hot Springs Village, joins me to discuss safely preparing for winter weather. - [Thanksgiving 2025 Inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/thanksgiving-2025-inside-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) - Happy Thanksgiving 2025! I'm thankful for many things, including YOU. - [From Frisco to the Fairway: The Hobsons’ Renaissance Home in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/from-frisco-to-the-fairway-the-hobsons-renaissance-home-in-hot-springs-village/) - Today marks the beginning of what I hope will be an ongoing series of my exploring Hot Springs Village for great porches. #PorchProwling - [From Houston to a Wrap-Around Haven: Mary Saul’s Perfect Porch Life in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/from-houston-to-a-wrap-around-haven-mary-sauls-perfect-porch-life-in-hot-springs-village/) - Mary Saul's porch started this whole thing. Welcome to the second installment of Porch Prowling showcasing the great porches inside Hot Springs Village. - [Support The Hot Springs Village Fire Department](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/support-the-hot-springs-village-fire-department/) - Months ago, we set an ambitious goal of $100K by December 31, 2025. We need your help to close the gap between $38,000 and our goal. Time is running out. - [Real Estate Update For October 2025 with Rick Marshall](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/real-estate-update-for-october-2025-with-rick-marshall/) - Here's the real estate update for October 2025 with #1 Waterfront Specialist for Hot Springs Village, Arkansas - Rick Marshall. - [Before You Retire: What Matters Most In Those Last 3 Years](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/before-you-retire-what-matters-most-in-those-last-3-years/) - Watching the rushing water reminded me of many conversations I've had with folks looking to retire within the next three years. - [Thriving Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/thriving-inside-hot-springs-village/) - We want to encourage thriving, not struggling. Our aim today is to nudge you toward the bright side of the road. Let's walk the Magellan Beaver Dam Trail. - [Why So Many Retirees Are Moving to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-so-many-retirees-are-moving-to-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) - In this episode of Hot Springs Village Inside Out, I'll discuss the top five reasons people are choosing to retire to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. - [Simple Retirement Joys: 22 Low Cost Items That Bring Everyday Happiness](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/simple-retirement-joys-22-low-cost-items-that-bring-everyday-happiness/) - It's about our expectations, happiness, & contentment. Mostly, it's about gratitude, being thankful for little, inexpensive things that improve our lives. - [The Scariest Thing in Hot Springs Village Isn’t What You Think](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-scariest-thing-in-hot-springs-village-isnt-what-you-think/) - It’s Halloween in Hot Springs Village when the leaves fall, the nights stretch longer, and the wind carries just enough mystery to make you pause on your porch. - [Retirement Wisdom for Next Chapter](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/retirement-wisdom-for-next-chapter/) - We're walking a portion of the Cedar Creek Trail inside Hot Springs Village and talking about lessons learned in retirement. - [The Retirement Strategy That Builds Freedom and Security](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-retirement-strategy-that-builds-freedom-and-security/) - How smart retirees can design a cash-flowing retirement — living on a steady income so our investment accounts can keep growing for the future. - [Falling In Love With Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/falling-in-love-with-hot-springs-village/) - FALL is such a special time of year for us inside Hot Springs Village. - [What Every Husband Should Do Before It’s Too Late](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-every-husband-should-do-before-its-too-late/) - It's deeply loving to prepare your wife for widowhood. - [Jessieville School Superintendent Melissa Speers](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jessieville-school-superintendent-melissa-speers/) - Melissa Speers has served the Jessieville school system for years, the last eight as the Superintendent. - [Gaining An Advantage With The RIGHT Realtor](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/gaining-an-advantage-with-the-right-realtor/) - Rick Marshall, #1 Waterfront Specialist with McGraw Realtors, joins me for our monthly Hot Springs Village real estate update - for September 2025. - [8 Things I Hate About Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/8-things-i-hate-about-hot-springs-village/) - There are a few things I dislike. Some of them very much. - [Getting It Right: A Smarter Retirement in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/getting-it-right-a-smarter-retirement-in-hot-springs-village/) - Getting retirement right isn’t just about money — it’s about designing the life you want. It's about taking advantage of today - the present. - [The Little Things That Make Life Better Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-little-things-that-make-life-better-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Here inside Hot Springs Village, those little things are easier to notice...and to enjoy! - [Diamante Country Club: A Golfer’s Paradise in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/diamante-country-club-a-golfers-paradise-in-hot-springs-village/) - Will Owens, Golf Course Superintendent for the Diamante Country Club, joins me to tour the course. - [Introducing Luxury Resort Overnight Stays Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/introducing-luxury-resort-overnight-stays-inside-hot-springs-village/) - The Reunion Resort Villas brings a new level of luxury overnight accommodations to Hot Springs Village. - [Fountain Lake School District Superintendent, Darin Landry](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/fountain-lake-school-district-superintendent-darin-landry/) - We sat down in a conference room at the district headquarters to learn more about the uniqueness that is the Fountain Lake School District, home of the Cobras. - [From Benton to the Village: A Scenic Arkansas Drive Home](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/from-benton-to-the-village-a-scenic-arkansas-drive-home/) - Let's take a drive back from Benton to Hot Springs Village so you can see for yourself the drive down Highway 5 once we exit I-30 in Benton. - [Finding Healing in Nature: How Hot Springs Village Helps Us Through Tough Times](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/finding-healing-in-nature-how-hot-springs-village-helps-us-through-tough-times/) - Today's show is about how nature - and the beauty of Hot Springs Village - can help us get through tough times - like Charlie Kirk's assassination & 9/11 - [Hot Springs Village Real Estate: End-of-Summer Market Update with Rick Marshall](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-real-estate-end-of-summer-market-update-with-rick-marshall/) - Rick Marshall, #1 waterfront specialist w/ McGraw Realtors, shares end-of-summer real estate update for Hot Springs Village (and answers your questions, too) - [5 Biggest Surprises I’ve Learned About Future Hot Springs Village Retirees](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/5-biggest-surprises-ive-learned-about-future-hot-springs-village-retirees/) - After countless conversations with my audience, I’ve learned a few surprising lessons about the people considering/planning to retire here. - [How Retiring in Hot Springs Village Maximizes Your Cash Flow](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-retiring-in-hot-springs-village-maximizes-your-cash-flow/) - You can retire wealthier here inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Cash-flowing retirement is possible for almost anybody here. - [Fall in Love with Autumn in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/fall-in-love-with-autumn-in-hot-springs-village/) - I'm biased in favor of the Fall/Autumn inside Hot Springs Village because we made our first visit here in September 2018 - [Retired & Regretful? 7 Big Mistakes People Make After Moving!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/retired-regretful-7-big-mistakes-people-make-after-moving/) - Retirement should be a time of peace and enjoyment — but choosing the wrong place to live can turn that dream into disappointment. - [Why Some People Say ‘No’ to Retiring in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-some-people-say-no-to-retiring-in-hot-springs-village/) - let’s talk about some of the reasons people choose not to retire to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas - [Hot Springs Village Real Estate: What Buyers Are Asking (July 2025)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-real-estate-what-buyers-are-asking-july-2025/) - Rick Marshall, #1 Waterfront Specialist with McGraw Realtors, gives us a market update for July 2025, plus he answers some viewer questions. - [I Never Thought I'd Record This Message](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/i-never-thought-id-record-this-message/) - Hot Springs Village is the largest gated community in North America, but it's not exclusive or hoity-toity. But you can be hoity-toity if you'd like! ;) - [Celebrating Golf Legacies: Tom Clark Reflects on 25 Years of Isabella & 30 Years of Diamante](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/celebrating-golf-legacies-tom-clark-reflects-on-25-years-of-isabella-30-years-of-diamante/) - Tom Clark & John Paul celebrate two anniversaries in Hot Springs Village golf history: 25 years of Isabella Golf Course & 30 years of Diamante Country Club - [Retire Where You Feel Alive: The Emotional Magic of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/retire-where-you-feel-alive-the-emotional-magic-of-hot-springs-village/) - Today’s topic? How a place makes you feel. Hot Springs Village, if it's the right place for you, will make you feel at home, relaxed, and in love. - [Help Us Raise $100,000 For The HSV Fire Department](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/help-us-raise-100000-for-the-hsv-fire-department/) - We're currently working to raise $100,000 for the HSV Fire Department to update their protective gear. - [Touring A Fine Home On #10 Diamante Golf Course](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/touring-a-fine-home-on-10-diamante-golf-course/) - 5 Granada Lane, Hot Springs Village, Arkansas - [2025 Cost of Living in Hot Springs Village: Affordable Retirement Reality?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/2025-cost-of-living-in-hot-springs-village-affordable-retirement-reality/) - Let's review our actual expenses inside the Village. Your mileage may vary, and this is simply one illustration of costs - specifically OUR expenses - [What’s Cooking at Diamante? Chef Terry Thompson Dishes It Out](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/whats-cooking-at-diamante-chef-terry-thompson-dishes-it-out/) - Executive Chef, Terry Thompson, is responsible for dishing out superb cuisine at Diamante. Diamante Country Club celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. - [Let's Meet The Hot Springs Village Fire Chief: Jeremy Simmons](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lets-meet-the-hot-springs-village-fire-chief-jeremy-simmons/) - At just 41 years old, Chief Jeremy Simmons brings more than two decades of dedicated service within the Hot Springs Village Fire Department. - [Retire Richer: The Advantages of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/retire-richer-the-advantages-of-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) - Discover why Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, may be your ideal place to retire richer - not just financially, but in every area of your life. - [Before You Pack Your Bags For Hot Springs Village...Watch This!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/before-you-pack-your-bags-for-hot-springs-village-watch-this/) - Some folks are curious about what to think about before they think about retiring to Hot Springs Village. Let's discuss it. - [Is Hot Springs Village, Arkansas Your Retirement Sweet Spot? (The Leaf Blower Episode)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/is-hot-springs-village-arkansas-your-retirement-sweet-spot-the-leaf-blower-episode/) - Is Hot Springs Village, Arkansas Your Retirement Sweet Spot? (The Leaf Blower Episode) It's not for everybody. Today, it wasn't ideal for me! (smile) - [Building A Retirement Home in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/building-a-retirement-home-in-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) - Brandon Tedder, owner of Renaissance Homes, joins us to provide insights on how you can build a retirement home in Hot Springs Village. - [Find Your Ideal House Inside Hot Springs Village (June 2025 Real Estate Update)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/find-your-ideal-house-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Rick Marshall & I sit down at 9 San Vincente Place in Hot Springs Village to discuss how you can find your ideal house. Plus the June 2025 real estate update. - [Weather Wonders of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/weather-wonders-of-hot-springs-village/) - But that's how summers go here. Thankfully, we've got three other seasons to couple with summer, giving us four distinct types of weather. - [Why Hot Springs Village Is Calling Your Name](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-hot-springs-village-is-calling-your-name/) - Answering some mailbag questions and offering some of the most significant factors that make Hot Springs Village a compelling choice - [Stars & Stripes 2025 July 4th Celebration (plus a tour of The Woodlands Auditorium)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/stars-stripes-2025-july-4th-celebration-plus-a-tour-of-the-woodlands-auditorium/) - Terry Wiley, Director of Parks & Recreation for the Hot Springs Village Property Owners' Association, updates us on this year's 4th of July festivities. - [5 Technology Items That Make Our Life Inside The Village Better](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/5-technology-items-that-make-our-life-inside-the-village-better/) - Today I had four (4) technology items that I wanted to share, but I added a bonus item, making it five. These make our lives inside Hot Springs Village better. - [Dental Health In Retirement With My Favorite Dentists](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dental-health-in-retirement-with-my-favorite-dentists/) - Dr. Kristi Golden and Dr. Camryn Ruggeri Bryant join me to talk about why dental health is essential (and shouldn't be scary) - [Resurrecting Old Hobbies (or embracing new ones) In Retirement](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/resurrecting-old-hobbies-or-embracing-new-ones-in-retirement/) - Resurrecting Old Hobbies (or embracing new ones) In Retirement inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas - [How Do You Define "Retirement?" (Plus The Real Estate Update For May 2025)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-do-you-define-retirement-plus-the-real-estate-update-for-may-2025/) - How Do You Define "Retirement?" (Plus The Real Estate Update For May 2025) - [How To Make Your First Visit To Hot Springs Village A Success](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-make-your-first-visit-to-hot-springs-village-a-success/) - Planning your first trip to Hot Springs Village as a potential retiree is an exciting opportunity. Chase whatever your retirement dream looks like. - [5 Regrets You May Have Retiring To Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/5-regrets-you-may-have-retiring-to-hot-springs-village/) - Let's walk the DeSoto Spillway Trail and talk about five regrets you may have retiring to Hot Springs Village. My goal is to help you avoid these regrets. - [How Can We Slow Down The Drain On Our Retirement Savings (Magellan Beaver Dam Trail)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-can-we-slow-down-the-drain-on-our-retirement-savings-magellan-beaver-dam-trail/) - As we hike the Magellan Beaver Dam Trail inside Hot Springs Village we'll discuss an email question on how to slow down the drain on retirement savings. - [Police Chief Kristi Bennett Celebrates 3rd Anniversary](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/police-chief-kristi-bennett-celebrates-3rd-anniversary/) - Three years ago, Chief Bennett reported for duty in Hot Springs Village after a long career in Texarkana. - [Hot Springs Village Turns 55 Today (Lake Balboa Spillway)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-turns-55-today-lake-balboa-spillway/) - Happy 55th Birthday to my favorite place - Hot Springs Village, Arkansas! - [Is Hot Springs Village Safe?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/is-hot-springs-village-safe/) - Hot Springs Village Police Chief Kristi Bennett joins us to discuss safety inside the Village. - [A Simpler Life Inside Hot Springs Village - DeSoto Multi-Purpose Trail](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-simpler-life-inside-hot-springs-village-desoto-multi-purpose-trail/) - Let's walk the DeSoto Multi-Purpose Trail and discuss the value of a simpler life inside Hot Springs Village. - [Touring A New Home On A Golf Course Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/touring-a-new-home-on-a-golf-course-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Brandon Tedder with Renaissance Homes joins us to tour a new house that is about 98% complete, located on the Isabella Golf Course. - [Touring Lake DeSoto: April 2025 Real Estate Update](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/touring-lake-desoto-april-2025-real-estate-update/) - Rick Marshall, waterfront specialist with McGraw Realtors, takes us out on his boat to tour Lake DeSoto & delivers his April 2025 real estate update. - [Life On A Lake Inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/life-on-a-lake-inside-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) - Rick Marshall and I cruise around Lake DeSoto to discuss lake living inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. - [Why Your Retirement To Hot Springs Village Might Fail](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-your-retirement-to-hot-springs-village-might-fail/) - Many people consider Hot Springs Village an ideal retirement destination. However, some things could derail their retirement. - [You Ask. I Answer. #Mailbag](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/you-ask-i-answer-mailbag/) - Do it any way you'd like. Ask your questions. Make your suggestions. Today, let's tackle just three that hit my inbox recently. - [7 Reasons To Retire To Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/7-reasons-to-retire-to-hot-springs-village/) - Hot Springs Village combines beautiful natural surroundings, affordable living costs, and more - contributing factors making it an ideal retirement destination. - [The Untold Story of How We Got To Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-untold-story-of-how-we-got-to-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) - One of the top 5 requests I get is, "Share your journey to Hot Springs Village." Today, let's do it. - [Day In The Life Of Retirement In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/day-in-the-life-of-retirement-in-hot-springs-village/) - In the past weeks, I've heard from some of you requesting that I share a "day in the life of". What does daily life look like inside Hot Springs Village? - [Don’t Get Blindsided In Your Retirement](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dont-get-blindsided-in-your-retirement/) - As much as I'd love for you to make Hot Springs Village your retirement destination, I mostly want you to get it right for YOU. - [13 Loyola Drive in Diamante, Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/13-loyola-drive-in-diamante-hot-springs-village/) - 13 Loyola Drive is located in the Diamante area of Hot Springs Village, AR. Listed for $849,000, this luxury home boasts an open & spacious custom floor plan. - [Why Hot Springs Village Is Better Than Bentonville (for retirement)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-hot-springs-village-is-better-than-bentonville-for-retirement/) - Let's hike around the DeSoto Trail and discuss why Hot Springs Village is better for retirement than Bentonville, Arkansas. - [Retirement Activities: Discovering New Skills in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/retirement-activities-discovering-new-skills-in-hot-springs-village/) - Let's discuss learning new things during retirement. Along the way, let me show you one of my favorite drives - Maderas Drive. - [Retire The Way You Want: You Do YOU](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/retire-the-way-you-want-you-do-you/) - Let's discuss some recent studies that examine how seniors spend their money. - [I’ve Been Walking These Streets (NOT) So Long](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ive-been-walking-these-streets-not-so-long/) - This is Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, and I've been walking some streets here since I first visited in September 2018. Join me. - [March 2025 Real Estate Update With Rick Marshall (Basement Bonus)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/march-2025-real-estate-update-with-rick-marshall-basement-bonus/) - Rick Marshall joins us today to deliver our monthly real estate update for Hot Springs Village for March 2025. We'll show you the basement, too. - [April 4, 2025 Pineda Spillway, Lake Coronado & Lake Balboa Spillway](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/april-4-2025-pineda-spillway-lake-coronado-lake-balboa-spillway/) - This video was shot by Rhonda Cantrell on Friday morning, April 4, 2025, before the afternoon heat arrives, increasing the risk of tornadoes. - [Moving To Hot Springs Village: Things That Shocked Us](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/moving-to-hot-springs-village-things-that-shocked-us/) - Join us as we stroll through parts of the Cedar Creek Trail inside Hot Springs Village and discuss what we've learned since buying a house here. There are many surprises, including community, cost of living, safety, climate, and taxes. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2025/031.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 43:53 — 20.1MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify - [Once In A Generation Weather Widens Tornado Alley](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/once-in-a-generation-weather-widens-tornado-alley/) - I'm preempting the episode I had scheduled for today because this weather event is now labeled "once-in-a-generation." - [Collectibles, Remodeling, Short Term Rentals & Making A Claim](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/collectibles-remodeling-short-term-rentals-making-a-claim/) - Ike Eisenhauer joins me today to answer a few questions you've asked. Call Ike for your insurance needs. He's got an award-winning team ready to help serve you. - [Spring Has Sprung In Hot Springs Village (2025) - Don't Fear Tornados](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/spring-has-sprung-in-hot-springs-village-2025-dont-fear-tornados/) - Thanks to Grok.com, an artificial intelligence search engine, we get the following answer: "What's a typical Spring like in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas?" - [Diamante Country Club: A Premier Golf Experience](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/diamante-country-club-a-premier-golf-experience/) - Hot Springs Village is a year-round golf community. The Diamante Country Club is the only private golf club inside the Village. - [Why You Should Retire To Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-you-should-retire-to-hot-springs-village/) - One reason to consider Hot Springs Village as your retirement destination is due to the demographics. - [Tennis And Pickleball Courts At Diamante](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tennis-and-pickleball-courts-at-diamante/) - Diamante features four (4) Rubico clay lighted tennis courts and four (4) championship-level pickleball courts. - [Prepare Your House To Sell Fast (February 2025 Update)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/prepare-your-house-to-sell-fast-february-2025-update/) - Rick Marshall, a waterfront specialist with McGraw Realtors inside Hot Springs Village, shares some sound advice on preparing your house for a faster sale. - [Diamante Country Club Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/diamante-country-club-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Terri Socha, Membership Director, and Paul Murrison, Diamonte Country Club General Manager, discuss Diamante Country Club. - [A Deep Dive into Living Costs In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-deep-dive-into-living-costs-in-hot-springs-village/) - Hot Springs Village is one of the most cost-effective retirement destinations in America. Let's take a deep dive into the monthly expenses. - [3 Dangers Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/3-dangers-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Rick Marshall, waterfront specialist with Trademark HSV Real Estate, now McGraw Realtors, joins us to discuss the top three dangers inside Hot Springs Village. - [Trademark HSV Real Estate Merges With McGraw Realtors](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/trademark-hsv-real-estate-merges-with-mcgraw-realtors/) - Effective March 1, 2025, Trademark HSV Real Estate merges with McGraw Realtors. Call them at (501) 276-3018. - [Preparing To Downsize In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/preparing-to-downsize-in-hot-springs-village/) - Today, let's talk about downsizing as we prepare for retirement inside Hot Springs Village, even if you won't fully retire (like us). - [Old Dogs Learning New Tricks](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/old-dogs-learning-new-tricks/) - Smaller communities like Hot Springs Village can provide wonderful opportunities to pursue activities we may not have pursued before...now that we have time. - [Slicker Than Cow Snot On A Linoleum Floor](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/slicker-than-cow-snot-on-a-linoleum-floor/) - The second winter storm of 2025 arrived inside Hot Springs Village late Tuesday, February 18. Freezing rain and sleet were followed by temps in the teens. - [Magellan Beaver Dam Trail Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/magellan-beaver-dam-trail-inside-hot-springs-village/) - The Magellan Beaver Dam Trail Inside Hot Springs Village was created in 1999. It's about a mile long - 1/2 a mile to the end, then back. - [Lake Balboa Spillway Area Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-balboa-spillway-area-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Around here, it's mostly known as the Balboa Beach area, but it's much more. Located on Ponce De Leon Drive, a lot is going on around the beach. - [Insurance & Investments In Retirement with Ike Eisenhauer](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/insurance-investments-in-retirement-with-ike-eisenhauer/) - Ike Eisenhauer State Farm is a proud sponsor of our show, HSV Inside Out. Ike and I briefly visited to discuss insurance and retirement investments. - [Lake Lago Lookout Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-lago-lookout-inside-hot-springs-village/) - The Lake Lago Lookout is located just off Jarandilla Dr in Hot Springs Village. When you visit, be sure to check it out. It's one of the many must-see places! - [January Rainfall 81% Above Average](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/january-rainfall-81-above-average/) - January 2025 rainfall inside Hot Springs Village was 6.58 inches, compared to our 30-year average of 3.64 inches. This year, the rainfall increased by 81% - [Hot Springs Village Looks Good Even In January](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-looks-good-even-in-january/) - Hot Springs Village Looks Good Even In January - come take a ride with me and I'll prove it - [January 2025 Real Estate Update with Rick Marshall](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/january-2025-real-estate-update-with-rick-marshall/) - Today, we begin our monthly real estate updates with Rick Marshall, a Waterfront Specialist with Trademark HSV Real Estate, a sponsor of our show. - [Living On Lake Balboa: Steven Scott FitzGerald](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/living-on-lake-balboa-steven-scott-fitzgerald/) - Today we begin an ongoing, monthly series of lakefront and lake community living inside the Village. Our first guest is Steven Scott Fitzgerald. - [Ike Eisenhauer State Farm: The Office Tour](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ike-eisenhauer-state-farm-the-office-tour/) - Ike Eisenhauer State Farm is an award-winning agency that would be at home in any major metro area or Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. - [Starting Your Encore Chapter Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/starting-your-encore-chapter-inside-hot-springs-village/) - My back porch is a great place to ponder these ideas while helping you figure out your ideal outcome to write your encore chapter. - [What Kind Of View Do You Most Want?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-kind-of-view-do-you-most-want/) - Ultimately, it's all about the view for many of us. It's about what we see when we look out our windows or sit on our front or back porches. - [Seasons of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas (winter storm 2025)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/seasons-of-hot-springs-village-arkansas-winter-storm-2025/) - Hot Springs Village, Arkansas, has four distinct seasons. During each one, the village will look and feel different. Visit each one, and you'll be pleased. - [The Downside Of Growing Old Is You Lose All Your Friends](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-downside-of-growing-old-is-you-lose-all-your-friends/) - Today I reflect on recent events and the perspectives that aging can give… and take. Wondering if we are able/capable and ready to fill the shoes of the greatest generation as they pass. Dennis https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2025/002.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 24:56 — 11.4MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Android - [1,309 Days Later](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/1309-days-later/) - We went live online with show number one 1,309 days ago. It was just over three and a half years ago. If HSV Inside Out were a child, we'd be a toddler. - [Before You're Inside, You're Outside](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/before-youre-inside-youre-outside/) - 2025 we will continue from where we're leaving off in 2024 - to showcase Hot Springs Village so that those outside can gain a greater sense of life inside. - [A Champion Bull Rider Who Loves To Cut Hair](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-champion-bull-rider-who-loves-to-cut-hair/) - Greg Casteel is a record-setting bull riding champion who owns Cowboy's Country Club Private Barber Club just outside the East Gate. Call him at (501) 226-7793 - [How To Navigate The Holidays](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-navigate-the-holidays/) - Today and tomorrow may be socially challenging for you and those around you. Be kind and gracious (even when they are not), and shower them with love, thanks, and appreciation. Encourage them, and "if you think receiving feels good, you ought to try giving." Merry Christmas to all! Dennis https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2024/Fall.2024/HSV.30.mp3Podcast: Play in new window - ["I'm Good" (2024)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/im-good-2024/) - I'm Good is the story of how a 12-year-old boy on a hayride and a serious illness can make you grateful and good. If you think receiving it feels good, you should try giving it on Christmas Eve. I'll discuss how to make the most of the holidays with love, grace, kindness, and giving. - [Decluttering In Retirement](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/decluttering-in-retirement/) - Today's "porch talk" is about realizing it was time to declutter. The question became, "How high is the utility of this item for me?" - [Create Your Own Trail Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/create-your-own-trail-inside-hot-springs-village/) - We encourage you to venture out and explore the Village to find your favorite walking trails. These are also great places for bicycling. - [A Village For Change And Growth](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-village-for-change-and-growth/) - Hot Springs Village, Arkansas is a village for change and growth. By the age of 60, you ought to be smart enough to understand these things. - [Medicare Funcast with Brian Kulis](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/medicare-funcast-with-brian-kulis/) - Brian Kulis joins us today to discuss his Medicare Funcast, a combination of Medicare information and some music industry history. - [Making The Most Of Your First Visit To Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/making-the-most-of-your-first-visit-to-hot-springs-village/) - Rhonda and I first entered Hot Springs Village in September 2018. Months earlier, we booked a place on Lake DeSoto. We only knew the place was gated and had big trees, hills, and plenty of trails. Having never been before, we had no idea about the place. For us, it was a surrogate for - [Top 5 Holiday To Do's](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/top-5-holiday-to-dos/) - Dennis and I sat inside Melinda's Café & Coffee to discover his top 5 holiday suggestions. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2024/Fall.2024/HSV.26.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 21:16 — 9.7MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Android | iHeartRadio | RSS | More • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe To The Podcast Anyway - [Vintage Pearl, Melinda's Café & Coffee And Bangin Food Truck](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/vintage-pearl-melindas-cafe-coffee-and-bangin-food-truck/) - With the single-lane bridge just outside the GlazyPeau gate closing (repair & reconstruction), we encourage everyone to support our local businesses. - [Teapots N' Treasures Estate Sales Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/teapots-n-treasures-estate-sales-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Dodie Kenny, founder and owner of Teapots n' Treasures, joins us today along with her Right-hand Gal, Lou Davidson. - [What's Ahead For Hot Springs Village Inside Out?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/whats-ahead-for-hot-springs-village-inside-out/) - What's Ahead For Hot Springs Village Inside Out? Dennis discusses some updates and upcoming changes for Hot Springs Village Inside Out. - [Medicare Changes In 2025 With Brian Kulis](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/medicare-changes-in-2025-with-brian-kulis/) - Brian Kulis with Affordable Health and Life comes by to discuss the 2025 changes in Medicare - [Hot Springs Village Townhome Owners' Association Vote](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-townhome-owners-association-vote/) - Kevin Meacham, General Manager of the Hot Springs Village Townhome Owners Association, and Dennis Simpson, board chair discuss the budget vote for 2025-2028. - [Importance Of The View From Home Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/importance-of-the-view-from-home-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Join me on the back porch as we consider how you'll determine the importance of the view from your home inside Hot Springs Village. - [Get A Good Pair Of Hiking Shoes](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/get-a-good-pair-of-hiking-shoes/) - Walking is part of life inside Hot Springs Village. Neighborhood walking. Hiking trails. You'll be tempted to invest in a good pair of walking or hiking shoes. - [Annual Veterans' Day Ceremony](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/annual-veterans-day-ceremony/) - Keith Keck, Air Force Veteran and former POA Board Chair joins us today to remind us of the Annual Veterans' Day Ceremony. - [Customer Experiences Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/customer-experiences-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Today, I'll share just three examples of people who have served me with exceptional service inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. - [Cowboy's Country Club Barber Shop Appreciation Day](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/cowboys-country-club-barber-shop-appreciation-day/) - Cowboy's Country Club Barber Shop Appreciation Day Sunday, November 3, 2024 from 2 - 5 PM - [What's The Monthly Cost Of Living Inside Hot Springs Village?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/whats-the-monthly-cost-of-living-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Today, I will review our monthly cost of living inside Hot Springs Village. - [Pre Civil War Cabin Built In 1860](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/pre-civil-war-cabin-built-in-1860/) - Joe Taravella of Fat Possum Farms shares the story behind a Civil War-era log cabin on his property. - [The Mayor of Lake Ouachita State Park](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-mayor-of-lake-ouachita-state-park/) - Lake Ouachita State Park is like a small town occupied on any given day by visitors from all over the world. - [Enjoy The Exhale: Come Visit Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/enjoy-the-exhale-come-visit-hot-springs-village/) - Hot Springs Village, Arkansas has 26,000 acres of beauty, nature, trees, wildlife, safety, security, and serenity. And much more! Hot Springs Village Inside Out - [Real Estate Inside Hot Springs Village (Fall 2024)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/real-estate-inside-hot-springs-village-fall-2024/) - Joining us today are Pat Bollier with Re/Max of Hot Springs Village and Brandon Tedder of Renaissance Homes, a home builder inside Hot Springs Village. - [Lake Ouachita State Park Bald Eagle Tour](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-ouachita-state-park-bald-eagle-tour/) - The Lake Ouachita State Park Superintendant James Wilburn joins us to explain the Lake Ouachita State Park Bald Eagle Tour. - [Welcome To Fall 2024 Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/welcome-to-fall-2024-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Fall 2024 inside Hot Springs Village and thanks to our sponsors, Re/Max of Hot Springs Village and Ike Eisenhauer State Farm - [Cowboy's Country Club (Private Barber Club)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/cowboys-country-club-private-barber-club/) - Greg Castel operates an exclusive barber shop outside the East Gate on Main Street. - [HSV Former Texans Fall Picnic 2024](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-former-texans-fall-picnic-2024/) - HSV Former Texans Fall Picnic on October 19, 2024 at Balboa Pavillion from 11 am - 4 pm rain or shine - [He Fell In Love With Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/he-fell-in-love-with-hot-springs-village/) - Brian Wettlaufer fell in love with Hot Springs Village enough to leave Racine, Wisconsin. - [How He Made His First Million With Purple Hull Peas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-he-made-his-first-million-with-purple-hull-peas/) - Fat Possum Farms is owned and operated by Joe Taravella. Joe is a multi talented guy with diverse interest to say the least. Car Mechanic, Farmer, Wood Worker and generally fun guy. Tune in for more details. - [Hot Springs Village Inside Out Radio with Dennis Simpson](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-inside-out-radio-with-dennis-simpson/) - Like and Share. Why these are important to use Social Media to spread articles and topics you like and think your friends might enjoy. Dennis Simpson is on the air at KVRE with the Hot Springs Village Inside Out Radio Show. - [Cowboy Attempts To Break His Own Guinness World Record](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/cowboy-attempts-to-break-his-own-guinness-world-record/) - Greg Castel, Guinness Wilding world record holder for the oldest bull rider, aims to break his record. - [From Wisconsin To Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/from-wisconsin-to-hot-springs-village/) - About 20 years ago Dan Trepanier and his wife, retired from Racine, Wisconsin to Hot Springs Village. - [The Donkey Trail (Part 2)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-donkey-trail-part-2/) - Episode 23 Summer 2024 Did you miss Part 1? Click here. The Donkey Trail is just outside the Danville gate - turn to the right. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2024/Summer.2024/HSV.23.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 14:04 — 6.4MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Android | iHeartRadio | RSS | More • Join Our - [2024 Coronado Neighborhood Golf Tournament & Picnic](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/2024-coronado-neighborhood-golf-tournament-picnic/) - Dan Trepanier, Coronado Marshall/Resident, and Brian Wettlaufer with the 2024 Coronado Neighborhood Golf Tournament & Picnic discuss the upcoming event - [El Jimador Labor Day 2024](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/el-jimador-labor-day-2024/) - Alonso Saaverdra, El Jimador manager joins us to discuss the Labor Day Specials and the great food and drink. - [The Donkey Trail (Part 1)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-donkey-trail-part-1/) - Let's take a drive out the Danville gate. Folks usually turn left toward Hot Springs, but we will turn right and show you an area you may have never seen. - [Help Us Take A Quantum Leap Forward](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/help-us-take-a-quantum-leap-forward/) - Episode 18 Summer 2024 Last August I created and shared with Dennis a Google Document entitled, "Hot Springs Village Inside Out - Quantum Leap Plan." There was one question that was the focal point of the entire document... How can we dramatically improve as content creators and hosts? I'm disinterested in incremental improvement. Not - [Village True Value Home Center](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/village-true-value-home-center/) - Episode 19 Summer 2024 Village True Value Home Center at 4650 N. Hwy 7 in Hot Springs Village is a premier supplier of home building and home improvement products. They provide an extensive selection of lumber, plumbing, electrical, and other supplies necessary for most projects. Village True Value even has a Hallmark card section. - [Are Smaller Houses Better?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/are-smaller-houses-better/) - Pat Bollier, Re/Max of Hot Springs Village & Brandon Tedder, Renaissance Homes join us to answer a viewer's request to do a show about smaller houses - [Central Avenue Market Place in Hot Springs](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/central-avenue-market-place-in-hot-springs/) - Central Avenue Market Place is a massive mall filled with antiques, collectibles, flea market items, and memorabilia. - [Volunteers Needed Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/volunteers-needed-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Melanie Clark joins us today as a veteran, mom, and caregiver to answer the question, "Why volunteer?" Charity and civic organizations need your help. - [John McEuen & The Circle Band](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/john-mceuen-the-circle-band/) - John McEuen, founding member of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, joins us to discuss his upcoming concert at The Woodlands on September 11, 2024 - [Free Home Energy Audit](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/free-home-energy-audit/) - Greg works with Custom Insulation, a Hot Springs provider for free home energy audit program courtesy of Entergy, electric provider in Garland County inside HSV - [E. Glazypeau Road Gate & Drive](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/e-glazypeau-road-gate-drive/) - E Glazypeau Road is a beautiful drive that couples Hot Springs Village to Arkansas Highway 7 giving Villagers who live nearby a faster route to Wal-Mart. - [Building A House Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/building-a-house-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Josh Casteberry Construction in Hot Springs Village discusses how to build a home remotely inside Hot Springs Village - [Cedar Creek Trail - Part 2](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/cedar-creek-trail-part-2/) - The Cedar Creek Trail is a beautiful wooded trail encompassing three loops on level terrain, except for a slight incline on the Mourning Dove Path. - [Cedar Creek Trail - Part 1](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/cedar-creek-trail-part-1/) - The Cedar Creek Trail is a beautiful wooded trail encompassing three loops on level terrain, except for a slight incline on the Mourning Dove Path. - [The Pavilion at Lake Cortez](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-pavilion-at-lake-cortez/) - The Pavilion is located off Carmona Road just off DeSoto Blvd. It features covered picnic tables, fireplace, grills, and restrooms - [Congressman Bruce Westerman: The Explore Act](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/congressman-bruce-westerman-the-explore-act/) - Episode 7 Summer 2024 Congressman Bruce Westerman joins us to discuss the Explore! Act that has passed the House. This bipartisan supported bill sets out to open up access to wild places and use common sense in the preservation our great nation. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2024/Summer.2024/HSV.07.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 41:18 — 18.9MB)Subscribe: Apple - [Want To Sell Your Hot Springs Village Lot?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/want-to-sell-your-hot-springs-village-lot/) - Clara Nicolosi and Pamela Graves of Re/Max of Hot Springs Village join us today to discuss how to sell or purchase a lot inside the Village - [Coronado Fitness Trail](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/coronado-fitness-trail/) - Coronado Fitness Trail - Hot Springs Village, Arkansas located at 160 Ponderosa Lane, Hot Springs Village - [July 4, 2024 Events Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/july-4-2024-events-inside-hot-springs-village/) - This year Hot Springs Village will launch the fireworks show at 9:15 pm on Thursday, July 4th - [Lake Balboa Spillway Trail](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-balboa-spillway-trail/) - Balboa Trail (2.1 Mile One Way) – an easy hike consists of two loops starting at Balboa Beach, continuing along the lake’s spillway, then meandering under trees - [Remmel Dam at the Ouachita River](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/remmel-dam-at-the-ouachita-river/) - Remmel Dam on the Ouachita River celebrated 100 years of service. Armed with a drone, Dennis gives us a grand tour of the spectacle that is Remmel Dam. - [Old Time Radio Show](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/old-time-radio-show/) - The Old Time Radio Show is coming to The Woodlands Auditorium for three performances, June 28-30th, 2024. - [DeSoto Nature Trail (part 2)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/desoto-nature-trail-part-2/) - Welcome to Episode 2 of Summer 2024 Today, we’ll finish the back side of the DeSoto Nature Trail. This trail descends down one side of the spillway back toward where we've parked our car. Then, in our final installment of this hike we’ll walk the DeSoto Spillway Trail which is about 3/4 of a mile. - [DeSoto Nature Trail](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/desoto-nature-trail/) - Today, we're going to walk the DeSoto Nature & Spillway Trail. It's really two trails in one. Let's first walk the DeSoto Nature Trail, which is about 1.2 miles - [Lake Coronado Boat Launch & Trail](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-coronado-boat-launch-trail/) - Today, we'll walk you around Lake Coronado so you can see the boat launch, picnic areas and the trail. - [The Long View Of Life](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-long-view-of-life/) - A Commentary by Dennis Simpson Process versus progress. The challenge of learning not to peak too early. Patience. The long view of life. Preparing for changes and progress. Sometimes progress takes much, much longer than we'd like. A few weeks on vacation gave Dennis moments to reflect. As he and Diana toured some ancient - [Dennis Goes On Vacation: Welcome Back!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dennis-goes-on-vacation-welcome-back/) - Dennis and Diana went on a European vacation. It went slightly better than Clark Griswold's family vacation to Europe, but it wasn't without incident. - [Looking Back Shows Us Why We Should Move Forward](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/looking-back-shows-us-why-we-should-move-forward/) - Today marks 1102 days of our show, Hot Springs Village Inside Out. Like most 3-year-olds we're just beginning to walk. Give us a minute we'll be up running. - [Larry Wilson, The Life Of A Hot Springs Village Volunteer](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/larry-wilson-the-life-of-a-hot-springs-village-volunteer/) - Audrey Finley joins us today to discuss the life and times of Larry Wilson, a world-class volunteer inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Larry has been associated with most every group and has a huge heart for the community. For years, Larry has served as Chairman Of The Board Of Directors at Lifelong Learning Institute - [The Hard Knock's School of Finances](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-hard-knocks-school-of-finances/) - Shane Lester is more than a mortgage broker and business owner. He's also a lifelong student of finances, a self-admitted proponent of Dave Ramsey's money philosophy. Today, Shanes shares his story of learning about money and finances the hard way. He shares his perspective on managing debt versus managing money and shares ideas on - [2024 Raising the Curtain Concert: Stacy Whitton Summers](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/2024-raising-the-curtain-concert-stacy-whitton-summers/) - the final concert in the 2024 Raising The Curtain series featuring Stacey Whitton Summers a tribute artist for Marilyn Monroe, Shania Twain, and Pat Benatar - [Should I Pay Cash For A House?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/should-i-pay-cash-for-a-house/) - Shane Lester with Wonder State Mortgage shares his insights on when and why you should, or shouldn't, pay cash for your new house inside Hot Springs Village. - [Senior Insurance Information Program Needs Volunteers](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/senior-insurance-information-program-needs-volunteers/) - SHIIP is Senior Insurance Information Program, government sponsored program helps citizens navigate Medicare. It's free to seniors facing these decisions. - [Lake Ouachita State Park Superintendent James Wilborn](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-ouachita-state-park-superintendent-james-wilborn/) - James Wilborn, Park Superintendent of Lake Ouachita State Park, joins us to explain the genesis of the park, the tri-lakes area and the national forest. - [HSV Voice Readers' Choice Awards 2024](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-voice-readers-choice-awards-2024/) - Jennifer Allen, publisher of the Hot Springs Village Voice newspaper, discusses the nomination and voting process for the Village Voice Readers' Choice Awards - [Transparency In Real Estate Transactions with Clara Nicolosi](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/transparency-in-real-estate-transactions-with-clara-nicolosi/) - Clara Nicolosi, owner/broker with Re/Max of Hot Springs Village joins to discuss how the National Association of Realtors ruling affects customers - [Lake DeSoto Walking Trail](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-desoto-walking-trail/) - Today, Dennis takes us on a virtual tour to encourage wondering around Hot Springs Village walking trails. - [Cinco de Mayo at El Jimador](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/cinco-de-mayo-at-el-jimador/) - Alonzo joins us to tell us why we should celebrate May 5th with him and the rest of the El Jimador staff. - [HSV Voice Travel Club](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-voice-travel-club/) - Jennifer Allen joins us to explain the benefits of the HSV Voice Travel Club, such as transportation to and from the airport and traveling with a friend for these once in a lifetime trips. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2024/HSVInsideOut-2024.036.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 16:10 — 7.4MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | Android - [She Yodeled Her Way Onto American Idol](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/she-yodeled-her-way-onto-american-idol/) - Ellen Petersen of those famous Branson-based Petersens, joins us today to recount her experience appearing on American Idol. Yes, she yodeled - [Jerry Wilson Goes To Africa](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jerry-wilson-goes-to-africa/) - Jerry Wilson is a motivational speaker (and friend of our show) who today shares stories of his recent trip to Tanzania in East Africa. Jerry tells us why he chose Tanzania, the logistics of his trip and the accommodations. He also discusses health care concerns, safety issues and more. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2024/HSVInsideOut-2024.034.mp3Podcast: Play in new window - [The Petersens Coming To The Woodlands](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-petersens-coming-to-the-woodlands/) - Ellen Petersen, the banjo player from The Petersens tells us about the upcoming concert at the Woodlands on April 26th at 7 pm. - [Managing A Tornado Strike with Chief Bennett](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/managing-a-tornado-strike-with-chief-bennett/) - Police Chief Kristi Bennett joins us to recount dealing with the tornado that struck Hot Springs Village on Thursday night, March 14, 2024. - [Matt Osborne Battles Human Trafficking](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/matt-osborne-battles-human-trafficking/) - Matt Osborne serves as the Global Operations Ambassador at Operation Underground Railroad. Tue - Apr 23, 2024 - 7:00pm CDT at The Woodlands Ponce de Leon Center - [Repaving Streets Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/repaving-streets-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Repaving Streets Inside Hot Springs Village with HSVPOA Street Superintendent Todd Noles - [Does This Video Make Us Look Fat?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/does-this-video-make-us-look-fat/) - Well, of course, it does. And old, too. We busted out the new video camera and wireless mics. For a couple of guys who have handled technology all our lives, we're complete morons with this video stuff. Stick with us. We'll get better. And we might even figure out to get into better shape! - [A Tornado Hit Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-tornado-hit-hot-springs-village/) - On Thursday night, March 14, 2024, an EF-2 tornado hit Hot Springs Village. Todd Noles with the HSVPOA joins us ti discuss the damage and recovery efforts - [How To Protect Yourself From Scammers](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-protect-yourself-from-scammers/) - Kristi Bennett, HSV Police Chief, joins us today to discuss how you can protect yourself against scammers - [Hot Springs Village Lakes Cleanup Party](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-lakes-cleanup-party/) - Hot Springs Village Lakes Cleanup Party 2024 - just in time for the April 8th eclipse - [You Ask. We Answer.](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/you-ask-we-answer/) - Rather than try to guess what your questions are...we'd rather know specifically so we can prepare shows to help answer your questions. - [Mini Golf Tournament Benefiting Cedar Mountain Boys & Girls Club](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/mini-golf-tournament-benefiting-cedar-mountain-boys-girls-club/) - Mini Golf Tournament Benefiting Cedar Mountain Boys & Girls Club - [Tornado Update (The Missing Radio Show)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tornado-update-the-missing-radio-show/) - Due to a programming error at KVRE we weren't able to broadcast this week's radio show (for Saturday/Sunday March 16/17) about the tornado damage - [HSV Police Chief Bennett on Crime Reporting (HSV Inside Out Radio Show)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-police-chief-bennett-on-crime-reporting-hsv-inside-out-radio-show/) - This week’s radio show (for Saturday/Sunday March 23/24) can always be found online, ready to listen to at your convenience. - [Hot Springs Village Animal Welfare League Update](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-animal-welfare-league-update/) - Shelly Shephard from the Hot Springs Village Animal Welfare League joins us again today to talk about what it means to be a no-kill animal shelter. We'll also meet some sweet pups and kittens that need a home. Visit the Hot Springs Village Animal Welfare League's website. Open Monday-Saturday from Noon - 3 pm - [HSV Police Now Able To More Accurately Track Crime](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-police-now-able-to-more-accurately-track-crime/) - HSV Police Chief Bennett joins us to discuss big news for the Hot Springs Village. The HSV Police Department has received an ORI (Originating Agency Identifier) from the FBI. This will enhance the department's ability to track crime. Chief Bennett contacted the NCIC (National Crime Information Center - FBI) and was issued a number - [Spring 2024 Update With Ken Unger, Public Services Director](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/spring-2024-update-with-ken-unger-public-services-director/) - Ken Unger is the Public Services Director with the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association. - [Subscribing FREE To I Heart Radio](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/subscribing-free-to-i-heart-radio/) - An I Heart Radio demonstration of how to subscribe FREE to the new KVRE stream & HSV Inside Out radio show airing Sat and Sun mornings from 10 - 11 am on KVRE - [Trivia With My Gnomies Benefitting Coronado Center Library](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/trivia-with-my-gnomies-benefitting-coronado-center-library/) - Lynne Eshenour and Sunny Lofton, President of the Friends of Coronado Center Library join us to talk about Trivia With My Gnomies, March 12th at 6 pm - [Todd Noles, New Street & Sanitation Superintendent](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/todd-noles-new-street-sanitation-superintendent/) - Todd Noles is the new Street & Sanitation Superintendent for Hot Springs Village. - [HSV Inside Out Radio Show On KVRE & Spotify](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-inside-out-radio-show-on-kvre-spotify/) - Every Saturday and Sunday on KVRE from 10 - 11 am. Steam it live on KVRE.com or listen live at 92.9 FM. If you miss it live, you can stream is on Spotify any time you want. • Join Our Free Email Newsletter • Subscribe To The Podcast Anyway You Want • Subscribe To - [HSV Fire Chief, Jason Miller](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-fire-chief-jason-miller/) - Jason Miller, Hot Springs Village Fire Chief, joins us to discuss the combination of volunteers and part-time paid staff under his leadership. Chief Miller also informs us about the fire blanket for putting out kitchen fires. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2024/HSVInsideOut-2024.018.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 33:20 — 15.3MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music - [1,000 Days Of HSV Inside Out](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/1000-days-of-hsv-inside-out/) - Today is a special day for Hot Springs Village Inside Out and for me and Dennis, too. It's day 1,000 of our show. - [Tylar Tapp: Attorney Seeking Circuit Judge Seat](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tylar-tapp-attorney-seeking-circuit-judge-seat/) - Tylar Tapp from Hot Springs joins us from his law offices to discuss his run for Circuit Judge. Tapp's law practice is focused on family law, along with personal injury and criminal law. He has practiced in 50 of 75 counties across Arkansas. He has also served as a substitute (or special) judge on - [Free Shred Event At The Woodlands](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/free-shred-event-at-the-woodlands/) - Saturday, April 13, 2024 at The Woodlands Auditorium parking lot - 9 - 11 AM 1101 DeSoto Blvd, Hot Springs Village. Donations help the Boys and Girls Club - [How To Test A Disaster Plan](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-test-a-disaster-plan/) - Ken Unger - Director of Public Services, Hot Springs Village POA - discusses the importance of a disaster plan and how it was tested during the winter. - [Futrell Marine's Hot Springs Boat Show 2024](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/futrell-marines-hot-springs-boat-show-2024/) - Tony Hodge with Futrell Marine joins us today to discuss Futrell's 5 locations and how you can get a great buy on your next boat. - [HSV Events With Terry Wiley](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-events-with-terry-wiley/) - Terry Wiley, Parks and Rec Director with the Hot Springs Village POA shares some updates on upcoming events inside Hot Springs Village. - [Kara Petro: From Prosecuting Attorney To Judge](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/kara-petro-from-prosecuting-attorney-to-judge/) - Kara Petro loves the courtroom. The Honorable Kara Ann Petro is a local girl who wants to be District Judge for Garland County. - [In Concert: The Diamonds March 26th](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/in-concert-the-diamonds-march-26th/) - Clara Nicolosi, broker/owner of Re/Max of Hot Springs Village discusses the upcoming concert series benefiting the Hot Springs Village Community Foundation. - [How To Make The Perfect Pothole](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-make-the-perfect-pothole/) - Ken Unger is the Director of Public Services for the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association joins us to discuss the anatomy of the perfect pothole - [327 Downed Trees, 6 Hours And 0 Injuries](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/327-downed-trees-6-hours-and-0-injuries/) - Sunday afternoon, January 14, 2024 the temperatures began to drop and the snow started to fall inside Hot Springs Village. - [Should You Drip Faucets During A Freeze?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/should-you-drip-faucets-during-a-freeze/) - Today, we talk about life inside Hot Springs Village during a freeze. - [Dining Tour of Hot Springs Village (Part 2)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dining-tour-of-hot-springs-village-part-2/) - Let's wrap up our tour. Most of these establishments are inside the gates of Hot Springs Village, but a few are just outside the gates. Omissions are accidental - [Dining Tour of Hot Springs Village (Part 1)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dining-tour-of-hot-springs-village-part-1/) - Let's begin a tour of the dining inside and just outside Hot Springs Village. There is an array of different cuisines and atmospheres from which to choose. - [Let's Make 2024 Our Best Year Yet](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lets-make-2024-our-best-year-yet/) - Let's talk about some plans we have for this year, 2024. Dennis and I are determined to make this year our best one ever! - [Managing Gray (or white) Weather](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/managing-gray-or-white-weather/) - A few weeks ago Dennis sat down with longtime friend, Jerry Wilson, to discuss managing or overcoming the winter blues. - [2023 Year End Roundtable: Happy New Year](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/2023-year-end-roundtable-happy-new-year/) - Joining us today are our exclusive premier sponsors Clara Nicolosi of Re/Max of Hot Springs Village and Ike Eisenhauer of Ike Eisenhauer State Farm. - [Mortgage Wisdom with Shane Lester (Wonder State Mortgage)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/mortgage-wisdom-with-shane-lester-wonder-state-mortgage/) - Shane Lester of Wonder State Mortgage joins us today to discuss the current state of mortgages and home buying as we approach a new year, 2024. - [Hot Springs Village Voice Travel Club](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-voice-travel-club/) - Jennifer Allen, Publisher of Hot Springs Village Voice joins us to discuss the benefits of Hot Springs Village Voice Travel Club. - [Arkansas Community Foundation HSV Casino Night](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/arkansas-community-foundation-hsv-casino-night/) - The HSV Community Foundation will host the 2024 annual Casino Night on January 14, 2024 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (295 Balearic Road, Hot Springs Village) - [​​​Fat Boyz Backyards](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/fat-boyz-backyards/) - Steve Simpkins, owner of Fat Boyz Backyards, discusses how his company helps homeowners inside Hot Springs Village get greater enjoyment out of their backyards. - [Why Is Water Getting More Expensive All Over Arkansas?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-is-water-getting-more-expensive-all-over-arkansas/) - Dennis Sternberg, CEO of the Arkansas Rural Water Association joins us to discuss the economics and guidelines for rural water providers in the state. - [Kelsey's Furniture In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/kelseys-furniture-in-hot-springs-village/) - Kelsey's Furniture, located beside Village Hibachi, is Hot Springs Village's only furniture store featuring new furniture. - [Christmas 2023 Shop With A Cop](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/christmas-2023-shop-with-a-cop/) - Kristi Bennett, Hot Springs Village Chief of Police, joins us to discuss a 22-year tradition she's been part of - Shop With A Cop. - [Helping Local Businesses DIY Social Media With Dannet Botkin](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/helping-local-businesses-diy-social-media-with-dannet-botkin/) - Dannet Botkin, owner of Design Group Consulting in Hot Springs Village, joins Dennis to discuss her latest initiative to help local businesses learn how to leverage social media. Check out all the services she offers. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2023/HSVInsideOut-2023.106.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 23:41 — 10.8MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | - [Where To See A FREE Great Holiday Light Show](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/where-to-see-a-free-great-holiday-light-show/) - About 10 years ago Cheryl Bourland of Century 21 created a light show near the Century 21 office at the West Gate entrance. Each year it grew when Cheryl and crew added new lights, features, and different music. Additionally, beginning in 2021 the POA asked Cheryl if she could decorate the median area in - [Improved Cooperation Between HSV POA & Town Home Association](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/improved-cooperation-between-hsv-poa-town-home-association/) - The Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association and the Hot Springs Village Town Home Association are joining forces to improve the level of service in HSV. - [He Answered, "I Am Good"](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/he-answered-i-am-good/) - I asked him what he wanted for Christmas. But there's much more to the story. - [Disaster Masters of Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/disaster-masters-of-arkansas/) - Bodie & Steele from Disaster Masters of Arkansas join us today to explain the wide variety of products and solutions that they offer for many household problems - [Public Services Update Fall 2023 with Ken Unger](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/public-services-update-fall-2023-with-ken-unger/) - Ken Unger, Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association Director of Public Services updates us on changes and improvements as of Fall 2023. - [The Hollis Country Store (since 1930)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-hollis-country-store-since-1930/) - The current owners of the Hollis Country Store are Donnie and Melissa Crain, the 4th generation of owners from the Crain family. - [Why Retiring To Hot Springs Village Might Be A Smart Move](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-retiring-to-hot-springs-village-might-be-a-smart-move/) - Many people who watch or listen to our podcast are seriously considering their options when it comes to making a decision to move to Hot Springs Village - [Happy Thanksgiving 2023!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/happy-thanksgiving-2023/) - Dennis and I celebrate our 3rd Thanksgiving together as partners in this podcast. From me and Dennis...have a safe, happy Thanksgiving! - [Why We Bought A House Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-we-bought-a-house-inside-hot-springs-village/) - We bought a house in Hot Springs Village because it fulfills so many things we've been pursuing at this stage of our lives together. - [White Christmas Presented By HSV Players](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/white-christmas-presented-by-hsv-players/) - Robbie Deaton, Sam Sacco (Director) and Jay Powell join us to discuss the remake of White Christmas for the stage inside Hot Springs Village. - [Re/Max of Hot Springs Village Fall 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/re-max-of-hot-springs-village-fall-2023/) - Clara Nicolosi, owner/broker of Re/Max of Hot Springs Village joins us with a quick state of affairs of real estate inside the Village - [Halloween Party At Beehive with Unraveled](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/halloween-party-at-beehive-with-unraveled/) - David Drennan and Unraveled will be at the Beehive on the October 28, 2023 playing a Halloween show. - [FREE 2023 Shred Event & E-Waste Disposal](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/free-2023-shred-event-e-waste-disposal/) - Free shred event and e-waste disposal this Saturday, October 29, 2023 at The Woodlands parking lot - rain or shine - [Recovering From The Jessieville Tornado](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/recovering-from-the-jessieville-tornado/) - Melissia Speers and Kendal Glomski join us today to talk about the recovery efforts following the tornado that hit Jessieville in January 2023. - [Todd Noles On Fishing, Tree Health & More](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/todd-noles-on-fishing-tree-health-more/) - Todd Noles, Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association Common Property Manager, joins us to discuss fishing conditions, IPS beetles, pine blight and more. - [Ouachita Speaker Series: Remembering The JFK Assassination](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ouachita-speaker-series-remembering-the-jfk-assassination/) - Jeff Meeks joins us to discuss the upcoming Ouachita Speaker Series: Remembering The JFK Assassination at Woodlands Auditorium, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 4pm. - [Hot Springs Village Voice Online Subscription](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-voice-online-subscription/) - Hot Springs Village Voice begins online paid subscriptions November 4, 2023. - [Meet Hot Springs Village Resident Monica Toby](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/meet-hot-springs-village-resident-monica-toby/) - Monica Toby, a new HSV resident is with Early Upgrade, an electronic recycling company based in Jacksonville, Florida. - [Brookhill Ranch Market 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/brookhill-ranch-market-2023/) - Brookhill Ranch will conduct the Brookhill Ranch Market 2023 on October 20th and 21st. - [Moving To And Living In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/moving-to-and-living-in-hot-springs-village/) - Today's show isn't at all exhaustive, but let's dip our toes in the fine water of moving to and living inside Hot Springs Village - [What's Going On In Hot Springs? (with John Cooksey)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/whats-going-on-in-hot-springs-with-john-cooksey/) - What's Going On In Hot Springs? features John Cooksey, host of Hot Springs Broadcast Network - [Trunk Or Treat 2023 With Chief Kristi Bennett](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/trunk-or-treat-2023-with-chief-kristi-bennett/) - HSV Trunk or Treat 2023 is officially in the works! - [End of Summer 2023 Update with Terry Wiley](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/end-of-summer-2023-update-with-terry-wiley/) - Terry Wiley, Parks and Rec Director with the Hot Springs Village POA (property owners association) shares some updates on the Coronado Fitness Center and upcoming concerts. Be sure to bookmark the concert website where you can buy tickets: HSVTicketSales.com. Summer is over. Here comes fall and a full schedule of events. Kudos to Terry - [Patriot Appliance Service](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/patriot-appliance-service/) - Kevin recently accepted the Village Voice Reader's Choice award for Best of the Best on behalf of his appliance repair business, Patriot Appliance Service. - [Author Jeffrey L. Meek](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/author-jeffrey-l-meek/) - Jeff Meeks, retired educator now author and newspaper guy for the Hot Springs Village Voice has just published his 3rd book on the JFK assassination. - [September 2023 Update With Police Chief Kristi Bennett](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/september-2023-update-with-police-chief-kristi-bennett/) - Hot Springs Village Police Chief Kristi Bennett joins Dennis with an end of summer 2023 update. - [Hot Springs Village Animal Welfare League](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-animal-welfare-league/) - Shelly Shephard, Adoption Co-Ordinator for the Hot Springs Village Animal Welfare League, a 501c3 non-kill center, tells us about new challenges for adoption. - [Rotary Club of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/rotary-club-of-hot-springs-village/) - Rotary Club of Hot Springs Village is always looking to expand membership. Mary Christians joins us today to tell us more. New members are welcomed! - [Brookhill Ranch Creates Happy Campers](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/brookhill-ranch-creates-happy-campers/) - Over 26 different activities on an a working ranch, it's easy to be a happy camper at Brookhill Ranch (501) 623-5983 or email them at info@brookhillranch.com - [Homegrown Singer/Songwriter Caden McKim](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/homegrown-singer-songwriter-caden-mckim/) - Caden McKim is an alternative, country, rock artist from Donaldson, Arkansas. He is literally a homegrown, Arkansas singer/songwriter. - [Alanna Owen: 4th Generation Restauranteur And Owner Of Melinda's Café & Coffee](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/alanna-owen-4th-generation-restauranteur-and-owner-of-melindas-cafe-coffee/) - Alanna Owen (pictured with husband, Daniel, co-owner of Melinda's) is our guest today. She grew up in and around restaurants - [7 Questions For Your Insurance Agent](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/7-questions-for-your-insurance-agent/) - Ike Eisenhauer of Ike Eisenhauer State Farm in Hot Springs Village answers 7 questions you must ask when shopping for insurance. Call Ike at (501) 984-4100. - [Major Fire Risks And How To Avoid Them](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/major-fire-risks-and-how-to-avoid-them/) - Jerry Garganeous, 31 year veteran firefighter and fire investigator, tells us about major fire risks and how to avoid them. - [Keep Hot Springs Village Beautiful](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/keep-hot-springs-village-beautiful/) - The Keep Hot Springs Village Beautiful Committee scours the roadways 8 times a year picking up trash. Mary Kennedy coordinates the work to keep HSV clean. - [Move Your Body, Keep Moving!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/move-your-body-keep-moving/) - Misty Parrish is the Wellness Director, Personal Trainer & Rock Steady Boxing Coach at Good Samaritan Society. Every Muscle Every Way Every Day! - [Is Jerry Kattawar The Last Man Standing?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/is-jerry-kattawar-the-last-man-standing/) - From his very humble beginnings in Mississippi Jerry Kattwar crossed the Big Muddy to learn what the Blues and the Delta really was about. - [Jim Lagrone Preached His Own Dad's Funeral](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jim-lagrone-preached-his-own-dads-funeral/) - Jim Lagrone is the pastor of Owensville Baptist Church and a long time friend. Jim just moved to Hot Springs Village. He also preached his own dad's funeral. - [7th Annual Car & Bike Show For Boys & Girls Clubs](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/7th-annual-car-bike-show-for-boys-girls-clubs/) - It's time for the 7th Annual Car & Bike Show benefitting the Boys & Girls Club. 140 cars, Jeeps and bikes are expected to be displayed with Living the Dream (LTD) providing music. Catered food, drinks, vendors and lots of fun from 9 am - noon. Admission is $15 per person. All proceeds go - [Coronado Fitness Center](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/coronado-fitness-center/) - Terry Wiley, Parks and Rec Director with the HSV POA shares some updates on the Coronado Fitness Center. - [Community Baby & Children Shower](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/community-baby-children-shower/) - Walnut Valley Baptist Church - 1730 N State Hwy 7, Hot Springs Village - (501) 623-7422 --- The Shower: August 26, 2023 - Saturday from 10am to noon - [FreeWorld: An Unstoppable Memphis Musical Freak Show](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/freeworld-an-unstoppable-memphis-musical-freak-show/) - FreeWorld is an independent, regionally touring, ever-evolving, Memphis-based musical ensemble who celebrated their 30th Anniversary in 2017. - [Village Walk For Cancer Research 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/village-walk-for-cancer-research-2023/) - On September 30, 2023 at 8 am the annual Village Walk For Cancer Research begins at the Balboa Pavilion. - [Summer 2023 Parks & Rec Update with Terry Wiley](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/summer-2023-parks-rec-update-with-terry-wiley/) - Terry Wiley, Director of Parks and Recreation for the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association, joins us with a summer 2023 update. - [What If Your House Caught On Fire?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-if-your-house-caught-on-fire/) - Ike Eisenhauer State Farm joins Dennis to talk about ways you can protect yourself and one of your most valuable assets, your house (and your belongings). - [Unraveled, Live At Beehive](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/unraveled-live-at-beehive/) - UnRaveled is a classic rock and pop band featuring Rocco Blake, David Drennan, William Moore and Foster Hull. - [Midnight Golf In Iceland With Chuck Miller, The Traveling Guy](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/midnight-golf-in-iceland-with-chuck-miller-the-traveling-guy/) - Chuck Miller, The Traveling Guy just returned from Iceland where he played midnight golf. - [Hail Storm Restoration Talk With Ben Benson](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hail-storm-restoration-talk-with-ben-benson/) - Ben Benson with Benson Restoration talks about the hail damage from the June 2023 storms. - [Travel Adventures 2023 with Dennis](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/travel-adventures-2023-with-dennis/) - Dennis and his wife returned a few weeks ago from a two-week fun filled summer vacation. Chevy Chase and the Griswalds have nothing on Dennis. - [Where Words Fail, Music Speaks](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/where-words-fail-music-speaks/) - Blame Dennis for today's casual chat about music. Blame KVRE, too! Enjoy the HSV Inside Out radio hour, every Saturday and Sunday morning at 10am on KVRE - [Fraud Warnings with Police Chief Bennett](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/fraud-warnings-with-police-chief-bennett/) - Police Chief Kristi Bennett joins us today to issue a warning - a fraud warning that has popped up inside the Village. - [New Ownership of The Beehive](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/new-ownership-of-the-beehive/) - New Beehive owner Tamera Cull tells us about how Chefs For Seniors and the Beehive are a match made in culinary heaven. Today Tamera Cull, owner of the Beehive - [Independence Day Celebration 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/independence-day-celebration-2023/) - Police Chief Kristi Bennett joins us today to discuss the Stars and Stripes Fireworks Spectacular on Saturday, July 1, 2023 at 9:15 pm at the Balboa Beach - [Touring Hot Springs Village With A Real Estate Couple](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/touring-hot-springs-village-with-a-real-estate-couple/) - Tour the Village with Brenda and George Langley, a husband/wife real estate team with Re/Max Of Hot Springs Village (a valued sponsor of our show). - [Summer 2023 Public Services Updates with Ken Unger](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/summer-2023-public-services-updates-with-ken-unger/) - Ken Unger, Director of Public Services for the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association, joins us today with a summer 2023 update. - [The Many Activities Inside Boomers Rock HSV](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-many-activities-inside-boomers-rock-hsv/) - The Many Activities Inside Boomers Rock HSV with JoAnn Kohlmeyer, Director of Events and Marty Evans, Director of Communication - [Celebrating Our 2nd Birthday!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/celebrating-our-2nd-birthday/) - The most important part of today's show is the celebration of our second birthday as a podcast and online show. - [Two Dangers To Our Pine Trees](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/two-dangers-to-our-pine-trees/) - Todd Noles, Superintendent of the Common Property/Forestry/Lakes/Dams for the Hot Springs Village POA, shares an update on the current threat to our pine trees. - [How Much Does It Cost To Build Inside Hot Springs Village?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-much-does-it-cost-to-build-inside-hot-springs-village/) - It's easily a top 3 question we get almost weekly. "How much will it cost me to build a house inside Hot Springs Village?" - [Bears Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/bears-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Todd Noles updates us on why bears are entering the Village this time of year - [Hot Springs Village Voice Readers' Choice Awards 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-voice-readers-choice-awards-2023/) - Jennifer Allen, publisher of the Hot Springs Village Voice paper updates us on how to participate in the 2023 Hot Springs Village Voice Readers' Choice Awards. - [Changes To The HSV Urban Deer Hunt with Todd Noles](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/changes-to-the-hsv-urban-deer-hunt-with-todd-noles/) - Todd Noles and members of the HSV Common Property Committee join us to discuss the upcoming changes in the Urban Deer Hunt. - [Forestry Health Inside Hot Springs Village With Todd Noles](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/forestry-health-inside-hot-springs-village-with-todd-noles/) - Todd Noles, the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association Superintendent of the Common Property/Forestry/Lakes/Dams Department, talks forestry health - [BBQ PITTS STOP - The ReGrand Opening](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/bbq-pitts-stop-the-regrand-opening/) - Kimberly Pitts of BBQ PITTS STOP joins us to tell us about the new re-grand opening - [Playing Midnight Golf In Iceland](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/playing-midnight-golf-in-iceland/) - Chuck Miller is possibly the luckiest golfer in the Village with two hole in ones on the same day. Chuck returns to our show to share how he'll be playing midnight golf in Iceland this June (2023). Chuck is moving closer to achieve his lifetime goal of traveling to 100 countries. After all, he - [Jerry Salley Paints Pictures In Songs](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jerry-salley-paints-pictures-in-songs/) - Jerry Salley, singer-songwriter producer and three-time Dove award winner - [Senior Health Insurance Information Program](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/senior-health-insurance-information-program/) - Senior Health Insurance Information Program for Arkansas is a federally funded program that helps connect Medicare / Medicaid users with providers. - [Buyer Beware Of A Delayed Occupancy Agreement](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/buyer-beware-of-a-delayed-occupancy-agreement/) - Today's show was prompted by a listener who inquired about "delayed occupancy agreements." - [Doc Talk (Village Walk For Cancer Research)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/doc-talk-village-walk-for-cancer-research/) - Doc Talk (Village Walk For Cancer Research) Friday, May 12, 2023 from 11:30 am to 1 pm with free lunch at Diamante Country Club - [Ernie Deaton 2.0](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ernie-deaton-2-0/) - Ernie Deaton, former Cooper Communities engineer for Hot Springs Village discusses his first new new job after 38 years. - [Cedar Mountain Boys And Girls Club](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/cedar-mountain-boys-and-girls-club/) - Susan Clark and Emmy Rogers from the Cedar Mountain Boys & Girls Club tell us about the origins of the Boys & Girls Club. - [Clampit's Country Kitchen And Meat Market](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/clampits-country-kitchen-and-meat-market/) - Joey Clampit tells us how he and his wife purchased the land and building for Clampit's Country Kitchen and Meat Market. - [Marble Township and Dark Corner Secrets](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/marble-township-and-dark-corner-secrets/) - Liz Robbins, Garland County Historical Society director, explains what was here in Hot Springs Village before this community was developed. - [How KVRE Is Like WKRP In Cincinnati](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-kvre-is-like-wkrp-in-cincinnati/) - Alice Nichols Bates - General Manager of KVRE (our exclusive media partner) explains the parallels between KVRE and WKRP in Cincinnati. - [Under New Ownership: The BeeHive](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/under-new-ownership-the-beehive/) - The new Beehive owners Judy and Steve Novak explain the reason why they purchased The Beehive and new plans for what they intend to be a renovated space. - [Feral Hogs In Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/feral-hogs-in-arkansas/) - Ryan Farney, Feral Hog Program Coordinator at Arkansas Game and Fish Commission tells us about the challenges of trying to eradicate feral hogs in Arkansas. - [HSV Spaces with Kimberly Skykoa and Dannett Botkin](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-spaces-with-kimberly-skykoa-and-dannett-botkin/) - Dannett Botkin and Kimberly Skykoa disucss the events center that they have formed in the space "under" Subway and The Sand Trap. - [Ike Eisenhauer State Farm On Retirement](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ike-eisenhauer-state-farm-on-retirement/) - Ike Eisenhauer State Farm Insurance, premier sponsor of our show, drops by to discuss advanced retirement planning - [Senior Health Insurance Information Program Enrollment](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/senior-health-insurance-information-program-enrollment/) - SHIIP is the senior health insurance information program that assist seniors in Medicare Medicaid program selection. The world of Medicare and Medicaid can be so confusing that this nonprofit for free governmental agency was set up in every state to assist seniors with knowing their choices SHIIP enrollment. This special window of opportunity is - [FREE Shredding Event At The Woodlands, April 22, 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/free-shredding-event-at-the-woodlands-april-22-2023/) - The Shred It event is popular because it's extremely practical way to rid yourself of those sensitive documents you shouldn't just throw away in the trash. - [The Shoemaker Scholarships](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-shoemaker-scholarships/) - Bob Shoemaker started The Shoemaker Scholarships in memory of his late wife. Clara Nicholosi of RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village joins us today, too. - [Medicare: Changing Providers](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/medicare-changing-providers/) - Long-time friend of the show, Brian Kulis drops in for a friendly reminder about the change period for changing Medicare providers. - [Puerto Rico Missionary to Realtor Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/puerto-rico-missionary-to-realtor-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Rick Marshall, a Seattle native, went from selling jewelry to selling real estate. - [Real Estate Insider Secrets In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/real-estate-insider-secrets-in-hot-springs-village/) - Today, Rick Marshall joins us to help us learn the vocabulary often used in buying and selling properties. - ["It Takes A Village" Benefit](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/it-takes-a-village-benefit/) - IT TAKES A VILLAGE - An event to benefit the businesses and employees who were victims of the fire - [Jerry Wilson Taught Dennis How To Sell 36 Years Ago](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jerry-wilson-taught-dennis-how-to-sell-36-years-ago/) - Jerry Wilson has been a coach to Fortune 100 business executives and salespeople. - [Benefit Concert: 1945 "From Here On" Victory Day](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/benefit-concert-1945-from-here-on-victory-day/) - The World Famous Glenn Miller Orchestra and Derek Evilsizor are performing a benefit show on Thursday, March 2, 2023, at The Coronado Community Center. - [How Old Cell Phones Fund Scholarships For Area Teens with Pat McCarthy](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-old-cell-phones-fund-scholarships-for-area-teens-with-pat-mccarthy/) - Pat McCarthy with Technology Club informs us how our old cell phones can help fund college scholarships for area teens. Pat and other volunteers for the Computer Club / Tech Club wipe all data from the phones, reformat and clean them, then sell the phones on eBay and Facebook to fund scholarships for students - [Dark Corner With Liz Robbins, Garland County Historical Society](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dark-corner-with-liz-robbins-garland-county-historical-society/) - Liz Robbins, Executive Director of the Garland County Historical Society, on The Dark Corner - [Disaster At Melinda's: Daniel & Alanna Owen](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/disaster-at-melindas-daniel-alanna-owen/) - Daniel and Alanna Owen join us today to give us an update on the events and their plans to rebuild/relaunch the café. - [The Home Improvement Expo For Central Arkansas 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-home-improvement-expo-for-central-arkansas-2023/) - Home Improvement Expo in Benton, March 10-11th and at the Hot Springs Village Coronado Center June 23-24th 2023. - [Shaun McFarland of Your Ad Team](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/shaun-mcfarland-of-your-ad-team/) - Shaun McFarland of Your Ad Team, an agency he founded 25 years ago, joins Dennis today. - [Chuck Miller, The Traveling Guy (Part 2)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/chuck-miller-the-traveling-guy-part-2/) - Chuck Miller, The Traveling Guy, tells us how he started and played 140 courses in 50 weeks across the country. Today, he calls Hot Springs Village "home." - [John Berry: A Night Of Love Concert](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/john-berry-a-night-of-love-concert/) - On February 16, 2023, at the Woodlands, The Entertainment Foundation and Lifelong Learning Institute proudly present “A Night of Love” featuring John Berry. - [17th Hot Springs Village Community Foundation Benefit Concert](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/17th-hot-springs-village-community-foundation-benefit-concert/) - Coming March 28, 2023 the 17th Hot Springs Village Community Foundations Benefit Dinner and Concert at The Woodlands Auditorium. Buy your tickets today. - [Chuck Miller, The Traveling Guy (Part 1)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/chuck-miller-the-traveling-guy-part-1/) - Chuck Miller is The Traveling Guy. He joins Dennis today to share how he started and played 140 courses in 50 weeks across the country. - [Ike Eisenhauer State Farm On Investments](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ike-eisenhauer-state-farm-on-investments/) - Ike Eisenhauer discusses standard Home, Auto, and Life insurance and much, much more. Ike Eisenhauer State Farm offers investment and annuities in addition to helping clients achieve proper insurance coverage. Today, Ike discusses ways to customize investment strategies to maximize returns. Says Ike... I look forward to getting to know you and your families - [HSVTicketSales.com January 2023 Update With Terry Wiley](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsvticketsales-com-january-2023-update-with-terry-wiley/) - It's time for Terry Wiley, Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association Director of Parks & Recreation, to update us on the events happening inside the Village. HSVTicketSales.com is the website to bookmark so you can keep track of all the events that may interest you. Terry and his team are exceptional at serving the - [Re/Max Of Hot Springs Village Real Estate Update (Jan 2023)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/re-max-of-hot-springs-village-real-estate-update-jan-2023/) - Clara Nicolosi joins us today to give us a brief real estate update for January 2023. - [Police Chief Bennett Gives Us A 9-Month Progress Report](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/police-chief-bennett-gives-us-a-9-month-progress-report/) - Police Chief Bennett joins us after 9 months on the job to update us on phone numbers, traffic stops, and dialing 9-1-1. - [David Grim, Trivia Master](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/david-grim-trivia-master/) - David Grim is a local guy who knows a lot of trivia. - [The Pros and Cons of Moving to Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-moving-to-hot-springs-village/) - Realtors may be especially susceptible to the question, "Tell me the pros and cons of moving to Hot Springs Village." - [HSV Inside Out 101 (A Special Screenshare Episode)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-inside-out-101-a-special-screenshare-episode/) - We've launched a new audience survey so we can improve our show. - [Randy Is Back (kinda, sorta)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/randy-is-back-kinda-sorta/) - I last appeared on an episode on July 8, 2022. After a major falling out with Dennis, I've remained behind the scenes chirping insults from the sidelines. - [South Central Arkansas Transit Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/south-central-arkansas-transit-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Do you need inexpensive transportation in and around Hot Springs Village? It's time you check out SCAT. SCAT is an acronym for South Central Arkansas Transit. - [Ken Unger On New Lake Dredging Methods](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ken-unger-on-new-lake-dredging-methods/) - Ken Unger, the Director of Public Services, joins us again to update us on dredging Lake Cortez (and other lakes inside the Village). - [Chuck Ragsdale On A Special Career Fair 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/chuck-ragsdale-on-a-special-career-fair-2023/) - Retired 20-year career Marine Gunnery Sargent turned Career Counselor, Chuck Ragsdale joins us to talk about the upcoming Career Day at Jessieville High School. - [HSV Community Foundation: Concert Shows 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-community-foundation-concert-shows-2023/) - Steve Kelly leads the number one tribute band for Neil Diamond and Bob Seger will perform two shows on Tuesday, March 28th at 3 pm (matinee) and 7:30 pm. - [HSV Community Foundation: Casino Night 2023](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hsv-community-foundation-casino-night-2023/) - Tickets for the 2023 Casino Night are $25 and included drinks (adult and regular). dinner and unlimited chips. - [Your Presence Is Our Present](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/your-presence-is-our-present/) - Thanks for watching and listening to Hot Springs Village Inside Out. - [Leaving Our Leaves](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/leaving-our-leaves/) - Ken Unger, Director of Public Services (Hot Springs Village P.O.A.), joins Dennis to discuss the new leaf disposal system and composting occurring at "The Pit." - [Thankful Living As We Approach A New Year](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/thankful-living-as-we-approach-a-new-year/) - Dennis Simpson speaks of thankful living as we wind down 2022. Giving thanks isn't merely some family event on a particular Thursday in November. - [KVRE: The Voice of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/kvre-the-voice-of-hot-springs-village/) - KVRE has been our Media Partner for nearly a year now. They've been by our side since we first connected with them - almost as soon as we started our show. - [Bill Whyte & Brent Barnes Recap Their Show At The Woodlands](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/bill-whyte-brent-barnes-recap-their-show-at-the-woodlands/) - Today's guests are Bill Whyte and Brent Barnes. The pair performed a terrific show at the Woodlands recently. - [Shane Lester: Date The Rate, Marry The House & Divorce The Rent](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/shane-lester-date-the-rate-marry-the-house-divorce-the-rent/) - Shane T. (is for Thomas) Lester, owner of Wonder State Mortgage joins Dennis today to talk about controlling the controllable. - [Erin Kelly: Helping Chiropractic Clinics Nationwide](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/erin-kelly-helping-chiropractic-clinics-nationwide/) - Erin Kelly joined us very early after we launched our podcast. Today, she's helping chiropractic clinics all across the country from Hot Springs Village. - [Gary Mouton: New House Built On Lake DeSoto](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/gary-mouton-new-house-built-on-lake-desoto/) - Friend of the show (and one of our very first supporters), Gary Mouton (and his wife Debbie) built the newest house on Lake DeSoto inside Hot Springs Village. - [Tim Ernst: Arkansas' Premier Wildlife & Nature Photographer](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tim-ernst-arkansas-premier-wildlife-nature-photographer/) - Tim Ernst is the premier wildlife and nature photographer in Arkansas. Tim has 20 coffee table picture books and a dozen or so more hiking and trail books. - [Ike Eisenhauer State Farm: Home & Auto Inflation](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ike-eisenhauer-state-farm-home-auto-inflation/) - Ike Eisenhauer State Farm - Ike joins us today to discuss home and auto inflation and other pertinent information related to our insurance needs. - [POA General Manager Kelly Hale On Roads, Reserve Property & Gates](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/poa-general-manager-kelly-hale-on-roads-reserve-property-gates/) - The Hot Springs Village POA General Manager Kelly Hale joins Dennis to set the record straight on road paving, purchases of reserve property, and gate access. - [Parks & Tourism Winter 2022 Update with Terry Wiley](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/parks-tourism-winter-2022-update-with-terry-wiley/) - Terry Wiley, Director of Parks & Recreation for the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association (POA), joins us to discuss the upcoming big events. - [The No-Show Show](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-no-show-show/) - Dennis Simpson answers the question, "Why do some of our podcast guests fail to show up when it's time to record?" We've now recorded about 170 episodes of Hot Springs Village Inside Out. We've had many guests appear with us, but on more than a few occasions we've had some "no-shows." Before you have - [Fall 2022 Update From Public Services Director Ken Unger](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/sept-2022-update-from-public-services-director-ken-unger/) - Ken Unger, Public Services Director for Hot Springs Village, discusses the recent reserve property purchase, and how it affects the utilities and easements. - [Tom Nichols Celebrates 64 Years Behind A Microphone](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tom-nichols-celebrates-64-years-behind-a-microphone/) - Tom Nichols with KVRE is celebrating 64 years behind a broadcasting microphone. - [Traffic Talk with HSV Police Chief Kristi Bennett](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/traffic-talk-with-hsv-police-chief-kristi-bennett/) - Hot Springs Village Police Chief Kristi Bennett joins Dennis for her second appearance to talk about traffic inside the Village. Chief Bennett gains insights by working patrol and occasionally putting on a safety vest to work shifts at the gates. We're pleased to have Chief Bennett as our guest and to have her leading - [How To Get Elected To The Board Of Directors](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-get-elected-to-the-board-of-directors/) - Three-time Board member Jeff Atkins joins us today to lend his wisdom and experience on what it is to serve on the HSV Board of Directors. - [A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To Buckville](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-funny-thing-happened-on-the-way-to-buckville/) - Clara Nicolosi, executive broker/owner of Re/Max of Hot Springs Village joins us today to share a real estate story you don't want to miss. - [Arkansas Bugs: Ticks, Chiggers & Mosquitoes](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/arkansas-bugs-ticks-chiggers-mosquitoes/) - Dennis Simpson answers a recent email from one of our listeners who asked about the bugs inside the Village. - [Village Walk For Cancer Research Shred It Event](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/village-walk-for-cancer-research-shred-it-event/) - Clara Nicolosi from Re/Max of Hot Springs Village joins us today to discuss Charity Events in Hot Springs Village. Please make a donation this Holiday Season. - [Short-Term Rentals Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/short-term-rentals-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Cindy Strait is the Nightly Rentals Manager for Re/Max of Hot Springs Village. We discuss the current state of short-term rentals inside Hot Springs Village. - [Petit Jean Mountain and State Park (Fall 2022)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/petit-jean-mountain-and-state-park-fall-2022/) - Today Dennis shares photos and updates from the Civil Conservation Corp base near Hollis, Arkansas on the way to Petit Jean State Park. - [Todd Noles On The Ozark-St. Francis National Forest](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/todd-noles-on-the-ozark-st-francis-national-forest/) - Todd Noles and Dennis riff about the Ozark-St. Francis National Forest - [The 2022 Goose Poop Show](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-2022-goose-poop-show/) - Dennis and Todd Noles discuss the biblical amount of poop geese generate and why the Village is such a magnet for them. - [Sept 2022 Update From Terry Wiley, Director of Parks & Recreation](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/sept-2022-update-from-terry-wiley-director-of-parks-recreation/) - Terry Wiley, Hot Springs Village Director of Parks & Recreation, joins us to update us on the coming events inside the Village. Visit HSVTicketSales.com for a list of upcoming events, and to buy your tickets. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2022/HSVInsideOut-2022.088.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download (Duration: 29:10 — 26.7MB)Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Amazon Music | - [4th Generation Crystal Miner Kevin Coleman](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/4th-generation-crystal-miner-kevin-coleman/) - Kevin Coleman of Coleman's Crystal Mine is the 4th generation of 6 to mine in this area for nearly 100 years. - [Did You Know The President of Arvest Bank Sings?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/did-you-know-the-president-of-arvest-bank-sings/) - Don Gooch is the Area President of Arvest Bank. And he sings, too - [Hot Springs Village Community Foundation with Jane Browning](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-community-foundation-with-jane-browning/) - Jane Browning is the Executive Director of the Hot Springs Village Community Foundation. She joins us to share details of the work performed by the Foundation. - [The Urban Deer Hunt Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-urban-deer-hunt-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Dennis and Todd discuss the need and implementation of the Urban Deer hunt, why it's so needed and what happens to the meat taken during the hunts. - [RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village: September 2022 Update](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/re-max-of-hot-springs-village-september-2022-update/) - Clara Nicolosi with Re/Max of Hot Springs Village gives us a real estate update for September 2022. - [Dredging Lake Cortez](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dredging-lake-cortez/) - Todd Noles, Lakes, Common Property and Wildlife Manager tells us why and how the lakes are dredged and why it is so importantto dredge the coves of the lakes. - [Scott DeBoer, Arvest Bank Vice-President of Commercial Lending](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/scott-deboer-arvest-bank-vice-president-of-commercial-lending/) - Scott DeBoer, Vice President - Commercial Lending of Arvest Bank, joins Dennis today to discuss the business environment in Hot Springs and Hot Springs Village. - [Village True Value Fall HomeFest 2022](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/village-true-value-fall-homefest-2022/) - Jeff Harrington, the owner of Village True Value, shares details about the upcoming Village True Value HomeFest 2022. - [Dennis Milligan, Arkansas State Treasurer](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dennis-milligan-arkansas-state-treasurer/) - Dennis Milligan is the Arkansas State Treasurer. He joins HSV Inside Out's own Dennis today. - [Real Estate Investment Opportunities in Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/real-estate-investment-opportunities-in-hot-springs-village/) - Today Dennis discusses the current real estate investment environment, short-term rentals, and tax strategies for maximizing investment opportunities in HSV. - [Lake Living In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lake-living-in-hot-springs-village/) - Rick Marshall joins Dennis to talk about lake living inside Hot Springs Village. Rick is a Realtor in Hot Springs who specializes in waterfront properties. - [Max T. Barnes Appearing At The Woodlands October 7, 2022](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/max-t-barnes-appearing-at-the-woodlands-october-7-2022/) - Max Troy Barnes is an American country music singer-songwriter, studio musician, and producer. Max has written songs with sales of over 20 million records. He is the son of songwriter Max D. Barnes. In March 2018 he received Hot Country TV's award for "2018 International Artist of the Year." He joins us here on HSV Inside - [Welcome Home, Police Chief Kristi Bennett](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/welcome-home-police-chief-kristi-bennett/) - Kristi Bennet is our new Police Chief in Hot Springs Village. - [August 2022 Update: Joanne Corry, POA President](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/august-2022-update-joanne-corry-poa-president/) - Joanne Corry joins us today. She is the current president of the HSV POA. We discuss how she's overpaid for her board position (it is NOT paid at ALL). - [The Trio Coming To The Woodlands](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-trio-coming-to-the-woodlands/) - The Trio gives audiences a glimpse into the world of Nashville songwriting. They'll be appearing at The Woodlands, on September 1, 2022. - [RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village: August 2022 Update](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/re-max-of-hot-springs-village-august-2022-update/) - Clara Nicolosi, owner/broker of RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village joins us today to give us our monthly real estate update (August 2022). Hot Springs Village continues to enjoy robust growth. Call them today so they can assist you with your HSV real estate needs - (800) 364-9007. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2022/HSVInsideOut-2022.073.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download - [2022 VILLAGE WALK FOR CANCER RESEARCH](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/2022-village-walk-for-cancer-research/) - Clara Nicolosi with RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village joins Dennis to give us details on the upcoming 2022 Village Walk For Cancer Research. When: September 24, 2022 Start: 8:00 AM Opening Ceremony Location: Balboa Pavilion The sponsorship deadline is this Friday, August 26th. Click here for details. https://media.blubrry.com/1458586/hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/podcast/2022/HSVInsideOut-2022.072.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download - [U.S. Representative Bruce Westerman](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/u-s-representative-bruce-westerman/) - U.S. Rep. Bruce Westerman is a Hot Springs native currently serving his fourth term as representative from the Fourth District of Arkansas, - [Back To The Future With General Manager Kelly Hale](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/back-to-the-future-with-general-manager-kelly-hale/) - Hot Springs Village P.O.A. General Manager Kelly Hale updates on bringing back the glory days to Hot Springs Village. - [Bob McCleskey: Computers For Kids](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/bob-mccleskey-computers-for-kids/) - Bob McCleskey joins Dennis to discuss a program that can use your help - with an old computer - Computers For Kids (C4K). - [Summer 22 Update From Ken Unger, Director of Public Services](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/summer-22-update-from-ken-unger-director-of-public-services/) - Ken Unger, Director of Public Services, gives us an update on trash collection, recycling, disposal of leaves, culvert repairs, and a new website. - [Audrey Findlen, Founder of The Entertainment Foundation](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/audrey-findlen-founder-of-the-entertainment-foundation/) - Aubrey Findlen is a former dancer who moved to Hot Springs Village and founded the Entertainment Foundation (a 501c3 ) after the passing of her husband. - [Larry Rhodes: Liberty Lanes Bowling & Training Center](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/larry-rhodes-liberty-lanes-bowling-training-center/) - Larry Rhodes is the new owner and operator of Liberty Lanes, formerly Fiesta Bowling Center. - [Jeff Harrington: Village HOMEFEST Coming In September](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jeff-harrington-village-homefest-coming-in-september/) - Jeff Harrington, owner of Village Home Center, joins us today to discuss lumber prices, supply chain challenges and the upcoming Village HOMEFEST. - [Pam Avilla: Get To Know The Fun Of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/pam-avilla-get-to-know-the-fun-of-hot-springs-village/) - POA Board Member Pam Avilla joins Dennis today to talk about the new guest/visitor amenities card available for $50 (adults) and $25 (kids). Passes are redeemable for up to a year from the date of purchase and can be redeemed for tennis, pickleball, kayak rental, the Coronado Fitness Center, or the outdoor pool. You - [Events Inside Hot Springs Village with Terry Wiley](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/events-inside-hot-springs-village-with-terry-wiley/) - Terry Wiley, Director of Parks & Recreation for Hot Springs Village, joins us today to update us on the events scheduled inside Hot Springs Village. - [Bill Whyte: Songwriter, Radio Guy & Entertainer](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/bill-whyte-songwriter-radio-guy-entertainer/) - Bill Whyte is originally from the St Louis area and currently resides in Nashville, TN. - [Change: It Affects Each of Us Differently!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/change-it-affects-each-of-us-differently/) - Dennis Simpson offers us today's commentary on change! Enjoy. - [Ken Unger, New Director of Public Services For HSV](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ken-unger-new-director-of-public-services-for-hsv/) - Ken Unger, the new Director of Public Services for Hot Springs Village, is more than a civil engineer. - [How To Have A Successful Airbnb Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-have-a-successful-airbnb-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Today Dennis pulls back the curtain on his Airbnb journey and short-term rental in general. Hot Springs Village was built on overnight visitors. Plan a visit - [RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village: June 2022 Update](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/re-max-of-hot-springs-village-june-2022-update/) - Clara Nicolosi, the owner/broker of RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village joins us today to share her insights on the real estate market inside Hot Springs Village. - [Terry Wiley On July 4th Celebrations Inside HSV](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/terry-wiley-on-july-4th-celebrations-inside-hsv/) - Terry Wiley, Director of Parks & Recreation for Hot Springs Village, joins us today to discuss the details of the July 4th Stars & Stripes 2022 celebration! - [Kathy Sanders On Forgiving The Oklahoma Bombers](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/kathy-sanders-on-forgiving-the-oklahoma-bombers/) - Kathy Sanders endured horrific heartbreak. It began on the morning of April 19, 1995, when a loud explosion occurred in downtown Oklahoma City. - [Ike Eisenhauer On Financial Services & Risk Reduction](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ike-eisenhauer-on-financial-services-risk-reduction/) - Ike Eisenhauer is the owner of Ike Eisenhauer Insurance Agency, an award-winning State Farm agency serving Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. - [David Kirsch: The Optimist Club](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/david-kirsch-the-optimist-club/) - David Kirsch joins us again, this time as the President of The Optimist Club inside Hot Springs Village. - [David Kirsch: The HSV Technology & Computer Club](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/david-kirsch-the-hsv-technology-computer-club/) - David Kirsch is a current board member of The Computer Club of Hot Springs Village - soon to become The Technology & Computer Club of Hot Springs Village. - [Larry Wilson: The Lifelong Learning Institute](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/larry-wilson-the-lifelong-learning-institute/) - Today, Dennis is joined by Larry Wilson to discuss the Lifelong Learning Institute. - [Happy 1st Birthday To HSV Inside Out](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/happy-1st-birthday-to-hsv-inside-out/) - One year ago today we started our podcast. It feels like we've been doing this for years - even though our performance doesn't look or sound like it. ;) - [Let's Go Shopping Inside & Outside HSV with Clara Nicolosi](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lets-go-shopping-inside-outside-hsv-with-clara-nicolosi/) - Here at HSV Inside Out we get lots of questions about real estate in the Village. It's the number 1 category of questions we get. Next, shopping! - [Brandon Tedder: The Artistry Behind Renaissance Homes](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/brandon-tedder-the-artistry-behind-renaissance-homes/) - Brandon Tedder is the owner of Renaissance Homes in Hot Springs Village. Renaissance Homes was founded in 2002 and has since become a premier home builder. - [Shane Lester: Let's Talk Mortgages With Wonder State Mortgage](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/shane-lester-lets-talk-mortgages-with-wonder-state-mortgage/) - Shane Lester owns and operates Wonder State Mortgage in Little Rock, but he services Hot Springs Village and lots of other surrounding areas, too. - [Chrysalis Day Spa: Lasers Can Make You Look Younger](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/chrysalis-day-spa-lasers-can-make-you-look-younger/) - Chrysalis Day Spa is located in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Cathy Caver is the owner of Chrysalis. She's also a Medical Esthetician / Certified Laser Technician / Phlebotomist / and Microbladologist. She joins us today to talk about how Chrysalis Day Spa and Med Spa can renew and rejuvenate clients with laser treatments. Chrysalis has - [Todd Noles: POA Common Property, Forest & Wildlife Manager On HSV Wildlife](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/todd-noles-poa-common-property-forest-wildlife-manager-on-hsv-wildlife/) - Todd Noles with the Hot Springs Village POA joins us again today to discuss the wildlife inside Hot Springs Village. - [Terry Wiley: HSV Director of Parks & Recreation](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/terry-wiley-hsv-director-of-parks-recreation/) - Our guest today is Terry Wiley, Director of Parks & Recreation for the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association (POA). - [Jessieville Teens Invited To National FCCLA Meeting In San Diego](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jessieville-teens-invited-to-national-fccla-meeting-in-san-diego/) - We're joined today by four Jessieville High School students who are members of Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America - [Chrysalis Day Spa: Need A Day At The Spa?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/chrysalis-day-spa-need-a-day-at-the-spa/) - Chrysalis Day Spa is located in Hot Springs, Arkansas. Cathy Caver is the owner of Chrysalis. - [The View From 20 Miles Up: Some Answers To Your Questions](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-view-from-20-miles-up-some-answers-to-your-questions/) - There continue to be many questions I have and ones you ask. Today, let's try to answer a few of the more common (and popular) questions we get in our mailbag. - [Wisdom From Two Old Guys](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/wisdom-from-two-old-guys/) - Dennis wanted to record a conversation where we talk about some things we've learned in life, now that we're old guys. I happily obliged. Enjoy! - [We Sold Out: We're Capitalists!](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/we-sold-out-were-capitalists/) - As we near our first birthday it's time for candid, open conversation. Truth is, it's always time for honesty, transparency, and openness. - [Kevin Meacham with Benson Restoration: Remodeling In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/kevin-meacham-with-benson-restoration-remodeling-in-hot-springs-village/) - Kevin Meacham is with Benson Restoration. - [Marla Caldwell: Title Insurance Talk with Advantage Title](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/marla-caldwell-title-insurance-talk-with-advantage-title/) - Marla Caldwell from Advantage Title in Hot Springs Village joins us today to talk all things titles, real estate titles. - [Jeff & Stacey Lloyd: Balboa Yacht Club of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jeff-stacey-lloyd-balboa-yacht-club-of-hot-springs-village/) - The Balboa Yacht Club was established on June 5, 2012, inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Jeff and Stacey Lloyd are 2 leaders of the Club. - [Kelly Hale: Beginning A New Challenge as HSV General Manager](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/kelly-hale-beginning-a-new-challenge-as-hsv-general-manager/) - Kelly Hale began as the new General Manager of Hot Springs Village on February 1, 2022. He's still well within the first 100 days of a new career. And many new challenges. Kelly joins us today to discuss growing up in northern Louisiana, moving to Phoenix, then Canada. Eventually, he wound up in Kansas - [RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village: Real Estate Update For April 2022](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/re-max-of-hot-springs-village-real-estate-update-for-april-2022/) - Clara Nicolosi, principal of RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village joins us today to give us a market update on real estate inside Hot Springs Village. - [National Park Medical Center: Healthcare Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/national-park-medical-center-healthcare-inside-hot-springs-village/) - We're joined today by two representatives of National Park Medical Center - Mandy Golleher and Kelly Keys - to discuss healthcare inside Hot Springs Village. - [An Evening To Support Village Employee Benefit Fund](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/an-evening-to-support-village-employee-benefit-fund/) - An evening benefit for the Village Employee Fund at Dolce Vita on April 21, 2022, from 6-9 pm showing appreciation for the Hot Springs Village P.O.A. employees - [FREE! Shred It Event Brought To You By RE/MAX Of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/free-shred-it-event-brought-to-you-by-re-max-of-hot-springs-village/) - It's a big FREE event inside Hot Springs Village thanks in large part to the fine folks at GoneForGoodShredding.com. This event benefits The Boys & Girls Club. - [Donald Langston: HSV Anglers Club](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/donald-langston-hsv-anglers-club/) - Don Langston, the secretary of the HSV Anglers Club, joins us today. Don and his wife moved to Hot Springs Village almost 18 years ago. - [Magic Springs Hosts A Job Fair Inside HSV](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/magic-springs-hosts-a-job-fair-inside-hsv/) - Magic Springs will host a job fair inside HSV on April 5, 2022 from 10 am to 2 pm at the Coronado Center, room 6. - [Pat Bollier: RE/MAX Realtor Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/pat-bollier-re-max-realtor-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Pat Bollier is a real-estate expert inside the Village with years of experience. An Arkansas native who has been with RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village since 2006. - [KVRE's John "Chappy" Chapman](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/kvres-john-chappy-chapman/) - John Chapman moved to Hot Springs Village in 2006 with his wife Celinda. John continues to work part-time at KVRE, 92.9FM. - [Close Attractions: Hot Springs Village Inside Out](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/close-attractions-hot-springs-village-inside-out/) - Today, Dennis and I talk about the close attractions to Hot Springs Village. - [Tina Bell & Matt Scroggins: LIFENET Inside The Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tina-bell-matt-scroggins-lifenet-inside-the-village/) - Tina Bell is the Director of Recruitment and PR for LIFENET. Matt Scroggins is the Operations Manager responsible for Hot Springs Village. - [Barton Langford: Tree Talk With A Semi-Retired Forester](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/barton-langford-tree-talk-with-a-semi-retired-forester/) - Barton (Bart) Langford is a resident expert on trees and a member of the Common Property, Forest & Wildlife Committee advising the Hot Springs Village POA. - [Three Amigos Of Golf Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/three-amigos-of-golf-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Tom Heffer, PGA member/Director of Golf for the Hot Springs Village POA, Mike Socha, PGA member/Assistant Director of Golf, & Matt Lewarn, Golf Sales Manager. - [Tom Clark: Golf Course Architect of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tom-clark-golf-course-architect-of-hot-springs-village/) - Thomas E. Clark, award-winning landscape architect who led the design of golf courses inside the Village is our guest today. - [Siegfried Johnson: Author of "Dancing With David"](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/siegfried-johnson-author-of-dancing-with-david/) - Our guest today is Siegfried Johnson. "Sieg" is the Senior Pastor of Christ of the Hills United Methodist Church in Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. - [Rick Marshall: Real Estate Update Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/rick-marshall-real-estate-update-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Rick Marshall, Realtor with Trademark Real Estate HSV, joins us today to give us an update on the real estate market inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. - [Randy & Dennis: Reflections on 280 Days of HSV Inside Out](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/randy-dennis-reflections-on-280-days-of-hsv-inside-out/) - On the evening of day 269 (Friday, February 25, 2022), Dennis and I jumped on a Zoom call to catch up, review the week and do what we do. Enjoy! - [Todd Noles: POA Common Property, Forest & Wildlife Manager](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/todd-noles-poa-common-property-forest-wildlife-manager/) - Todd Noles, Hot Springs Village (POA) Common Property, Forestry & Wildlife Manager joins us today to discuss the health of the trees inside the Village. - [Jason Temple: Culverts Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jason-temple-culverts-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Hot Springs Village POA Director of Public Services Jason Temple joins us again today to discuss the state of more of than 5,000 culverts inside the Village. - [Jim & Aundrea Sparks: The Sale of The Home Plate](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jim-aundrea-sparks-the-sale-of-the-home-plate/) - On Friday, February 18, 2022, we did a live stream with Jim and Aundrea Sparks to our exclusive Facebook Group. The subject? The sale of THE HOME PLATE. - [Chief Ricky Middleton: The Citizen's Police Academy](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/chief-ricky-middleton-the-citizens-police-academy/) - Hot Springs Village Chief of Police Ricky Middleton is our guest today to discuss the upcoming enrollment into the free Citizen's Police Academy. - [Daniel & Alanna Owen: Entrepreneurs Hooked On Cooking](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/daniel-alanna-owen-entrepreneurs-hooked-on-cooking/) - Daniel and Alanna Owen join us today from Melinda's Café & Coffee. They're also co-owners, with Joey Clampit, of Tanner's Neighborhood Bar & Grill. - [Connect 2 First Brings High-Speed Fiber Internet To HSV](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/connect-2-first-brings-high-speed-fiber-internet-to-hsv/) - High-speed fiber Internet is currently being installed by Connect 2 First on the Saline County side of Hot Springs Village. - [How To Get A Piece Of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-get-a-piece-of-hot-springs-village/) - 3 ways to get inside Hot Springs Village: 1) buy an existing home / build your own, 2) buy a lot or 3) Lease membership in the Village - [John Paul: Changed By The Beatles In 1964](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/john-paul-changed-by-the-beatles-in-1964/) - John Paul has twice served the POA as the Interim General Manager. His current "term" ends February 1 when the new permanent General Manager assumes the role. - [Opinion: Some Kind Of Heaven (a Hulu documentary on The Villages, a central Florida retirement community)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/opinion-some-kind-of-heaven-a-hulu-documentary-on-the-villages-a-central-florida-retirement-community/) -  Depressing. Just plain depressing. Right off the bat, we're introduced to two men. Reggie, a husband of 47 years who enjoyed staying stoned. And honestly, he may have some mental illness. Anne, his wife, respects his choices, but she disapproves. Then there's Dennis, the hustler who lives in his van while he's searching for - [Stephanie Heffer: Connector & Community Builder](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/stephanie-heffer-connector-community-builder/) -  Our guest today is Stephanie Heffer, a master connector and community builder having served in various roles at the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association for over 30 years before joining Arvest Bank as Business and Community Development Advisor. You can connect with her at the Hot Springs Village location of Arvest Bank on - [Charlie Brown: HSV Community Development Manager](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/charlie-brown-hsv-community-development-manager/) - Charles (Charlie) Brown is the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association Community Development Manager. - [Brad Meredith: HSV Lakes Ecology & Fisheries Manager](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/brad-meredith-hsv-lakes-ecology-fisheries-manager/) -  Our guest today on Hot Springs Village Inside Out is Brad Meredith, Lakes Ecology & Fisheries Manager for the Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association. Brad's first job inside the Village was at the DeSoto Golf Course. He was 16. After earning both an undergraduate and a graduate degree he joined the Hot Springs - [Tragedy On Lake DeSoto](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tragedy-on-lake-desoto/) - Around 1 pm there was a tragic accident involving two young adults who were out on the water of Lake DeSoto in separate kayaks. - [A Conversation With Two School Superintendents](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-conversation-with-two-school-superintendents/) -  Hot Springs Village is part of two different school districts, Jessieville and Fountain Lake. We're joined today by Jessieville Superintendent Melissa Speers and Fountain Lake Superintendent Michael Murphy. Some facts mentioned in today's show: About 45% of the students attending Jessieville school reside inside the Village. About 20% of the students attending Fountain Lake - [Gratitude: A Great Way To Start Any Year](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/gratitude-a-great-way-to-start-any-year/) - Hot Springs Village is unlike any other place in the world. Today, join us as we discuss gratitude, which is always a fitting topic. - [Property Taxes](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/property-taxes/) -  Today we're joined by Jeff Atkins, a frequent contributor to our show, to discuss property taxes inside Hot Springs Village. Arkansas state property taxes are revised periodically, like other states, in order to maintain pace with current market conditions. These regular reappraisals could result in surprising some property owners. Sometimes property owners may believe - [Ernie Deaton: Cooper Engineer Who Helped Develop Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ernie-deaton-cooper-engineer-who-helped-develop-hot-springs-village/) - Ernie Deaton graduated from the University of Arkansas with an engineering degree and immediately - the very next day - went to work for Cooper Development. - [Linda Mayhood: 40 Years With The HSV Property Owners' Association](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/linda-mayhood-40-years-with-the-hsv-property-owners-association/) -  She moved to Hot Springs Village in 1978 with her husband, John, and two young sons. John built houses. Linda was an experienced bank worker. The new beginning was an escape from Illinois winters, which is why John's parents had earlier moved to Hot Springs Village. They were lured to a townhouse on Lake - [We Have New Property Owners Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/we-have-new-property-owners-inside-hot-springs-village/) -  Thursday, December 9, 2021 - day 191 of our podcast - Hot Springs Village Inside Out. It was a special day. There were no parades. No bands. Not even a photograph of us, but there was one photo taken. Of a legal document. It's kinda fuzzy, but it's a warranty deed for a piece - [Life In The Right-Hand Lane Begins](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/life-in-the-right-hand-lane-begins/) -  Tuesday morning, December 28, 2021. We woke up in our Airbnb, got around, dressed and headed down DeSoto Blvd to the Hot Springs Village Property Owners' Association offices, arriving around 8:15 am. The end-of-year rush was underway. The waiting room was at full capacity by the time we arrive to put our name on - [Jason Temple: Director Of Public Works At The POA](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jason-temple-director-of-public-works-at-the-poa/) -  Today's guest is Jason Temple, Director of Public Works at the Hot Springs Village Property Owners' Association. Jason grew up in Magnolia, Arkansas, graduated with a Civil Engineering degree from Texas A&M University, and has been working for the HSV POA for the past 8 years. During our conversation we discuss: The new trash - [Happy New Year! 2022](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/happy-new-year-2022/) -  It's been 213 days since we started our little show, Hot Springs Village Inside Out. Just over 7 months ago we launched after a few months of preparation, which included building this website and putting everything in place so we could hit the ground running. On March 6, 2021 I sent Dennis the following - [How To Clean A Title On A Lot Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-to-clean-a-title-on-a-lot-inside-hot-springs-village/) -  Today, with the help of Jeff Atkins, we talk about how to clean or quiet a title on a lot inside Hot Springs Village. With lot sales increasing, there's the risk of buying a lot that may not have a clean title. Buyers beware. We're not offering any professional advice, but we are urging - [Welcome To Hot Springs Village Inside Out](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/welcome-to-hot-springs-village-inside-out/) - Welcome to Hot Springs Village Inside Out, a weekly podcast conversation between two guys who love the place, Randy Cantrell and Dennis Simpson. You can expect to discover the history, facts, figures, insights, people, experiences, events, and more about Hot Springs Village, Arkansas - inside out. As we prepare behind the scenes to get things - [Hot Springs Village Inside Out: We Have Lift Off (Episode 1)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-inside-out-we-have-lift-off-episode-1/) -  Who are WE? We are Randy Cantrell and Dennis Simpson. But that doesn't tell you very much so let's give this project - and ourselves - some context to help you better understand. Dennis and I are cohorts on this project, but I confess that I'm the pilot. Only because I had the idea - [Painted Rocks, Superheroes & An Anonymous Artist Known Only As "KH"](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/painted-rocks-superheroes-an-anonymous-artist-known-only-as-kh/) - WARNING: Do not engage me in a debate about whether or not folks should leave/hide painted rocks on hiking trails. I'm not urging or condoning anybody to violate rules or laws within a State or National Park. If you think leaving painted rocks is a crime worthy of being beheaded, then just keep it to - [Greg Jones: Owner of the Beehive Neighborhood Hangout & Xplore Restaurants](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/greg-jones-owner-of-the-beehive-neighborhood-hangout-xplore-restaurants/) -  Greg Jones had an idea. A computer science guy from Georgia Tech, with a storied career in hi-tech start-ups and a big management job at Texas Instruments, hardly seemed destined to become one of central Arkansas' hottest restauranteurs. It began with opening the BeeHive Neighborhood Hangout. Greg joins us today to share his story - [3 Reasons Why You Should Subscribe To Our Free Newsletter](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/3-reasons-why-you-should-subscribe-to-our-free-newsletter/) - Go here for the first email we sent out. Go here to subscribe to the newsletter. We could offer you many more reasons why it's smart to subscribe to our newsletter, but we'll give you the top 3 reasons. Advance Notice We all want to among the first to know something. Our email subscribers will - [Clara Nicolosi: From Beach Rat To Coast Guard Officer To RE/MAX Real Estate Broker](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/clara-nicolosi-from-beach-rat-to-coast-guard-officer-to-re-max-real-estate-broker/) -  Clara Nicolosi joins us today. Clara is the broker/owner of RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village. Growing up in Florida, Clara was a "beach rat," constantly in and around the water. That prompted entrance into the Coast Guard. Most of us think of search and rescue when we think of the U.S. Coast Guard. But - [Happy Birthday, American Independence: July 4, 2021 In Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/happy-birthday-american-independence-july-4-2021-in-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) -  NOTE: You'll hear lawncare work happening in the background. ;) It was yardwork day at Dennis' place when we recorded so we hope you enjoy the occasional weed-whacker sound, lawnmower and various other sounds. This is real-world podcasting! Every podcaster can relate to how quiet things are UNTIL you hit record. Big doings this - [A 360 Tour Of Noteworthy Destinations Just Outside Hot Springs Village (Part 1 of 2)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-360-tour-of-noteworthy-destinations-just-outside-hot-springs-village-part-1-of-2/) - Thanks for following my admonition to come here to download or view the PDF with all the links to the great places Dennis tells us about in the next two shows. This is part one of two. CLICK HERE FOR THE DOWNLOADABLE PDF Thanks for listening. Please tell a friend about our new show!  - [Buying Tax Sale Lots Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/buying-tax-sale-lots-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Click here to download the PDF of the flow chart used in today's show. Disclaimer: We are not legal, real estate, or tax professionals. This show is not a substitute for professional advice. Today's episode is a conversation to help you take greater precautions and avoid the pitfalls of buying a lot inside Hot Springs Village, - [A 360 Tour Of Noteworthy Destinations Just Outside Hot Springs Village (Part 2 of 2)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/a-360-tour-of-noteworthy-destinations-just-outside-hot-springs-village-part-2-of-2/) - Thanks for following my admonition to come here to download or view the PDF with all the links to the great places Dennis tells us about in this 2-part series. This is part two of two. CLICK HERE FOR THE DOWNLOADABLE PDF Thanks for listening. Please tell a friend about our new show!  Here - [Jeff Atkins: How A Love Of Golf Provoked A Move To Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jeff-atkins-how-a-love-of-golf-provoked-a-move-to-hot-springs-village/) -  Jeff Atkins joins us today. I'd been told that Jeff is a fountain of information about Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. And why wouldn't he be? He's lived inside the Village for years and been elected to the Board of the Property Owners' Association (POA) three separate times. Armed with a degree in computer science, - [The Golf Courses Inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-golf-courses-inside-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) - Enjoy the bloopers at the beginning of today's show. We decided to leave them in as proof that we're human! ;) Besides, Jeff and I wanted something we could rib Dennis about for a while. NOTE: (from Jeff) " I stated, perhaps multiple times, that the greens at DeSoto and Magellan were "Zoysia." They are - [Jennifer Allen: From Newspaper Publisher To Owner, Hot Springs Village Voice](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jennifer-allen-from-newspaper-publisher-to-owner-hot-springs-village-voice/) - Our guest today is Jennifer Allen. During the pandemic, corporate ownership of the paper for which she was the publisher - Hot Springs Village Voice - told her the gig was up. Literally. Within months her job would be over. The next day, that same corporate ownership called asking her if she would be interested - [4 Reasons Why You Should Join Our Facebook Group](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/4-reasons-why-you-should-join-our-facebook-group/) - Shortly after we launched this website and podcast we created a public Facebook group. The group quickly reached a few hundred people and as I write this I'm happy to report we now number 645. Permit me a moment to entice you to join us with a few powerful reasons. Reason #1 - Engage We - [John Paul: How A Sporting Goods Businessman & College Basketball Referee Came To Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/john-paul-how-a-sporting-goods-businessman-college-basketball-referee-came-to-hot-springs-village/) - John Paul is currently the interim General Manager for the Property Owners Association (POA) of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Hot Springs Village is not an incorporated city or town with taxation authority. Instead, there is an elected board of directors tasked with hiring a General Manager, a professional manager whose job is to follow the - [Hot Springs Village Is Unique (and so is this podcast)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-is-unique-and-so-is-this-podcast/) - Like no place else. Many people live or vacation to places all over the world - places they love as much as we all love Hot Springs Village. Personal preferences, economics, geographical proximity, ease of travel, and a host of other factors enter into why people gravitate to the places they love. Many people who - [Reserved Property In Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/reserved-property-in-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) -  Randy, Jeff, and I dive into the murky waters of reserved properties. As a unique gated community, run by a POA (that is a non-profit corporation) Hot Springs Village is different from cities or towns. Hot Springs Village isn't a municipality. HSV is 26,000 acres of awesome that requires a little more explanation. For - [The History Of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-history-of-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) -  The History of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas Early on, in preparing to launch this podcast, I asked Dennis (my co-host and co-conspirator in this project) to record a show where he could educate me (and our entire audience) on the history of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Today we have that history lesson to answer - [Why Hot Springs Village Is Better Than Bella Vista (and any other Cooper Community)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/why-hot-springs-village-is-better-than-bella-vista-and-any-other-cooper-community/) -  Hot Springs Village, Arkansas is a unique place. Not because we think so. Not because the thousands of people who call it home think so. Not because the thousands who visit annually think so. Hot Springs Village is unique because it's unlike any other community on the planet. Quite literally, the Village is a - [Greg Jones, Owner Of Xplore Restaurant Group, On The Present & Future Of Food Service Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/greg-jones-owner-of-xplore-restaurant-group-on-the-present-future-of-food-service-inside-hot-springs-village/) -  Greg Jones is our guest today. Greg is the owner of the Xplore Restaurant Group and operates multiple eateries and other food and beverage operations that serve Hot Springs Village. Like most folks, we're exhausted from the pandemic news, rumors, speculations, opinions, and all the rest, but the reality is - things have changed. - [What Is The Hot Springs Village Townhome Owners Association?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/what-is-the-hot-springs-village-townhome-owners-association/) -  Correction: The POA dues are NOT included in the THA dues. You'll hear/see us say they are included. We apologize for the confusion. The Hot Springs Village Townhome Association (THA) is different from the Property Owners Association (POA). Both were established by Cooper Development at the advent of Hot Springs Village. As we recorded - [Short-Term Rentals Inside Hot Springs Village (With RE/MAX Of Hot Springs Village)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/short-term-rentals-inside-hot-springs-village-with-re-max-of-hot-springs-village/) -  Today we're joined by Clara Nicolosi, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village, and Cindy Strait, Nightly Rental Manager for RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village. Says Clara: "My hubby and I visited family who had migrated to HSV for 18 years. Upon my retirement from the U.S. Coast Guard the Village was the logical - [Dennis Goes To The Dump](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dennis-goes-to-the-dump/) -  Cue the eery music. It's Friday, the 13th. There's a flatbed trailer filled with stuff. Some of it is pure junk. Some of it isn't. There's even some flooring - brand new and still in the box. An old hot tub. Mirrors. Furniture. Dennis has grown tired of hoarding this stuff. It's time for - [Real Estate Update With Clara Nicolosi, RE/MAX Of Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/real-estate-update-with-clara-nicolosi-re-max-of-hot-springs-village/) -  Clara Nicolosi, our new real estate expert guest host, joins us again today to give us an update on the state of real estate inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Clara is the owner/broker of RE/MAX of Hot Springs Village. The summer of 2021 is quickly coming to an end. It's been an exceptional year - [Jim & Aundrea Sparks, Owners of The Home Plate](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/jim-aundrea-sparks-owners-of-the-home-plate/) -  Jim and Aundrea Sparks bought The Home Plate almost 14 years ago. "Good Home Cookin'" is what you'll find at The Home Plate, established in 2003. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week. Jim and Aundrea came to the Village from Jackson, Mississippi with lots of restaurant experience. Over the years - [Feelin' Groovy, An Award Winning Live Music Husband-Wife Duo](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/feelin-groovy-an-award-winning-live-music-husband-wife-duo/) -  Feelin' Groovy is a Hot Springs Village-based live music act. Glen Gaboury and his wife Bethany met, fell in love, and in the process realized they shared a love of music. Today, with a repertoire of over 400 songs and more than a dozen different sets (or acts), Feelin' Groovy plays in and around - [Dennis Argues Against City Life On NPR's Planet Money Podcast](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dennis-argues-against-city-life-on-nprs-planet-money-podcast/) -  Paul Harvey was famous for saying, "And now you know...the rest of the story." Today, co-host Dennis Simpson shares with us the back story of how he got the attention of NPR's Planet Money podcast. Dennis was interviewed on NPR’s Planet Money show. In 2019 Dennis sent an email to the staff of Planet - [How Jeff Harrington Became The Owner Of Village True Value Home Center](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/how-jeff-harrington-became-the-owner-of-village-true-value-home-center/) -  Our guest today is Jeff Harrington, owner of Village True Value Home Center in Hot Springs Village. In 2008 Jeff moved his mother into the Village from Pensacola, Florida after Hurricane Katrina. A random visit with a stranger in 2012 led to him becoming the new owner of the local hardware store. "Buy Local, - [The Seasons of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-seasons-of-hot-springs-village-arkansas/) -  When my wife and I first visited Hot Springs Village and stayed in Dennis' guest suite on Lake DeSoto, one of the first questions we asked was, "How are the winters here?" The answer surprised us. Dennis told us that it doesn't often snow inside HSV. Yes, it happens. But less often than not. - [FAQs About Short-Term Rentals Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/faqs-about-short-term-rentals-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Today we're doing a follow-up show on short-term rentals inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Our objective is to answer some of the frequently asked questions (FAQ) and dive more deeply into short-term rentals. True confession: my first experience with Hot Springs Village was via Airbnb. It was Dennis' basement bedroom suite there on Lake DeSoto. - [Internet & Cord Cutting Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/internet-cord-cutting-inside-hot-springs-village/) -  Check out The Computer Club of Hot Springs Village. They provide some free services that you must check out. Today's show covers the Internet and cutting the cord (cable TV) inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. What are the Internet options available inside the Village? Suddenlink • ATT • Starlink • Verizon cell • ATT - [Gary Mouton & Rick Marshall: Life On Lake DeSoto Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/gary-mouton-rick-marshall-life-on-lake-desoto-inside-hot-springs-village/) - Gary Mouton is building the first new house on Lake DeSoto in almost 20 years. Rick Marshall is the residential real estate expert on Lake DeSoto inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Today, I'm surrounded by three men who are fully committed to lake living inside Hot Springs Village. I've never lived on a lake so - [We Love To Talk About Nothing...It's The Only Thing We Know Anything About](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/we-love-to-talk-about-nothing-its-the-only-thing-we-know-anything-about/) -  Bachman-Turner Overdrive sang about "Takin' Care of Business." We love to work at nothing all day... We love to work, but at something. Especially at making this podcast engaging and entertaining. Today, we decided to just have a show about nothing in particular. Sit back, relax and enjoy getting to know us both a - [Tracy Simpson: Broadcaster, Voice Actor, Serial Entrepreneur & Family Man](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/tracy-simpson-broadcaster-voice-actor-serial-entrepreneur-family-man/) -  You know him. You love him. Tracy Simpson is on KVRE in the mornings from 6-10 am. He joins us today as we talk about how serendipity provided an opportunity to jump on the campus radio station in Austin at the University Of Texas. From Austin to Little Rock to Dallas to Los Angeles, - [Hot Springs Village, Arkansas Civics 101](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/hot-springs-village-arkansas-civics-101/) -  With the upcoming property owner's vote about whether or not to increase monthly assessments (late 2021), we thought it'd be useful to discuss how the property owner's association (POA) works inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Since Hot Springs Village is not a municipality with taxing authority, it operates much differently than the towns and - [Chris Jones: How & Why A Millennial From Plano, Texas Decided To Make HSV Home](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/chris-jones-how-why-a-millennial-from-plano-texas-decided-to-make-hsv-home/) -  Chris Jones is a 33-year-old software data analytics manager who moved to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas in October 2020 because he loves it here. Chris grew up and was educated in Dallas/Ft. Worth, but he loves the beauty of Hot Springs Village and decided to leave Plano, Texas to make HSV his home. He's - [Randy & Dennis Live (Recorded) From Lake DeSoto](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/randy-dennis-live-recorded-from-lake-desoto/) - NOTE: The audio version contains a recorded preface, but the video version does not. So if you want to hear me talk about the stuff in the notes below, listen to the audio by clicking that PLAY button at the bottom of this post. Thanks! -Randy  Rhonda and I arrived inside Hot Springs Village - [Greg Jones: Giving High School Students A World-Class Opportunity](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/greg-jones-giving-high-school-students-a-world-class-opportunity/) -  Xplore Restaurant Group Executive Chef Drake Bielert approached his boss, owner Greg Jones, with an idea. What if we allowed our high-school-age employees to clock in (paid, of course) an hour before their scheduled shift...and fed them...and had them sit in a quiet room on their laptops...and complete their daily homework before beginning their - [Ike & Sonya Eisenhauer: How A Family Moves To HSV 23 Years Ago & Makes A Difference, Still](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ike-sonya-eisenhauer-how-a-family-moves-to-hsv-23-years-ago-makes-a-difference-still/) -  Ike and Sonya Eisenhauer moved to Hot Springs Village, Arkansas 23 years ago on a happy accident. Ike was offered a State Farm insurance agency here. Leaving Louisiana wasn't part of the master plan, but Ike promised Sonya he'd make her happy. So they came to the Village with their two little girls to - [Commentary: Born In A Small Town, Grew Up In Big Towns & Now I Crave Growing Older In Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/commentary-born-in-a-small-town-grew-up-in-big-towns-now-i-crave-growing-older-in-hot-springs-village/) -  NOTE: Hot Springs Village, Arkansas isn't a town at all. I'm using the term "town" in the most general sense possible and not in the technical, municipality, or incorporated sense. Dennis and I joke that Hot Springs Village Inside Out is him being inside and me being outside. That's not exactly why we titled - [Erin Kelly: How A Single Mom From Chicago Made Hot Springs Village Her Home](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/erin-kelly-how-a-single-mom-from-chicago-made-hot-springs-village-her-home/) -  Erin Kelly is a 37-year-old single mom (to daughter Clare). Seven years ago, in 2014, Chicago winters and big city living gave way to the peace and tranquility of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. Erin and Clare followed her parents and other family members to this Central Arkansas paradise. And you thought Hot Springs Village - [Alanna Owen & Joey Clampit: Joining Forces with Tanner's Neighborhood Bar & Grill](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/alanna-owen-joey-clampit-joining-forces-with-tanners-neighborhood-bar-grill/) -  Tanner's Neighborhood Bar & Grill is now owned and operated by a new partnership between Alanna Owen and Joey Clampit. They join us today on Hot Springs Village Inside Out. Alanna and her husband, Daniel, own and operate Melinda's Café & Coffee. Joey is the owner/operator of Clampit's Country Kitchen & Meat Market. They've - [Cooper Reserve Property Inside Hot Springs Village (an update)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/cooper-reserve-property-inside-hot-springs-village-an-update/) -  Today we update the Cooper Reserve Property inside Hot Springs Village, Arkansas with Jeff Atkins. Here are some useful links: Our first show about Cooper Reserve Properties inside Hot Springs Village Cristal Boutique Resort Hotel planned for the Village (from the Hot Springs Village Voice) A reserve lot on a golf course (the one - [Mike Varney: He Loves Hot Springs Village So Much He Bought 5 Houses](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/mike-varney-he-loves-hot-springs-village-so-much-he-bought-5-houses/) -  Mike and Jolene Varney have been together since they were kids in rural Iowa. Jolene's dad was Mike's Little League baseball coach. From the time they were 16, through both attending the University of Iowa, and both having careers in the corporate world - Mike in operations, Jolene in finance - they grew accustomed - [Greg Jones: Raised On Racial & Cultural Diversity](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/greg-jones-raised-on-racial-cultural-diversity/) -  We can see somebody or something and quickly think, "I've got them figured out." But we may be wrong. Completely. Some years ago, I'm ashamed to admit, there was a sportscaster in DFW who was over-the-top in his announcing. Lots of people poked fun at him. It didn't help that he frosted the tips - [Is The New Buy-In Fee Legal?](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/is-the-new-buy-in-fee-legal/) - NOTE: None of us are attorneys. We never offer legal or financial advice. You should learn all you can, distill the facts as best you can, and draw your own conclusions. Our objective with today's show (and every show) is understanding. My curiosity - which began our podcast - continues to thrive as I'm trying - [Robbie Deaton: HSV Players Presents "Mama Mia!"](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/robbie-deaton-hsv-players-presents-mama-mia/) -  Robbie Deaton is a member of the Hot Springs Village Players. Here's how they describe themselves on their website: Established in June of 1978 the "Village Players" had a goal to organize and promote amateur theater in Hot Springs Village. Over 42 years later that goal and many others have been realized. We have - [Michael Nicolosi: How A Semi-Deaf Drummer Wound Up Speaking Like An Alien](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/michael-nicolosi-how-a-semi-deaf-drummer-wound-up-speaking-like-an-alien/) -  Michael Nicolosi shares a name with a slightly more famous actor. You learn these things when you Google a person's name. I'd happily share some links to Mike's work, but he refused to give them to me. He's not ornery. Well, okay, maybe a little bit. Mostly, he's humble and gracious preferring to remain - [Triple D Realty's Toy Drive](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/triple-d-realtys-toy-drive/) -  Lloyd Sherman, realtor and associate with Triple D Realty joins us today to share details of the annual toy drive, Toys For Tikes. This annual charitable endeavor serves the children of Mountain Pine, Fountain Lake, and Jessieville. Donors are encouraged to drop off their new (or slightly used) toys at the Triple D Realty - [The Vote Is In: The Assessment Increases Passed](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-vote-is-in-the-assessment-increases-passed/) -  Monday, November 15, 2021. News arrived shortly after 4 pm that the property owners voted YES to the assessment increases. Today, Dennis and I share our first blush opinions about the vote, the future of Hot Springs Village, and our high hopes for the future. We both love the Village very much and remain - [Our First Thanksgiving Together At Hot Springs Village Inside Out](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/our-first-thanksgiving-together-at-hot-springs-village-inside-out/) -  It started with this email from me to Dennis. A blind email from a guy he didn't likely even remember! March 6, 2021. 5:09 pm. Hi, Dennis - A few years ago my wife and I made our very first trip to Hot Springs Village, staying at your place on the lake thanks to - [The Simpsons Cruise To Mexico (and return home to Hot Springs Village)](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/the-simpsons-cruise-to-mexico-and-return-home-to-hot-springs-village/) -  No, not Bart. Or Lisa. Not Maggie. Not even Homer and Marge. Dennis and Diana. Those Simpsons. Happy Black Friday - the day after Thanksgiving when people go crazy to spend money. We're not doing any of that though. Instead, we're bringing you a brand new episode of Hot Springs Village Inside Out. It - [Lloyd Sherman: "I've Been Everywhere, Man"](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/lloyd-sherman-ive-been-everywhere-man/) -  Lloyd Sherman joined us on his and Linda's 21st wedding anniversary - November 11th! We didn't plan that. It was pure serendipity. Join us today as we find out how Lloyd ended up in Hot Springs Village all the way from the country of Panama. And stay until the end to hear Lloyd's answers - [John Paul On Future Infrastructure Improvements Inside Hot Springs Village](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/john-paul-on-future-infrastructure-improvements-inside-hot-springs-village/) -  Interim General Manager John Paul joins us today to discuss the planned infrastructure improvements funded by the recently passed assessment increases. As a 24-year resident of the Village, John Paul talks about the past, present, and future of Hot Springs Village, Arkansas. We appreciate John Paul's sense of service and his willingness to share - [Dennis Interviews Randy](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/dennis-interviews-randy/) -  It began when I said, "You're not going to want to do this, but I'm going to ask anyway." I often encounter viewers and listeners of our podcast - it's a great feeling and we appreciate your time and attention - and folks want to know more about us and the Village. We started - [Ricky Middleton: Hot Springs Village Chief of Police](https://hotspringsvillageinsideout.com/ricky-middleton-hot-springs-village-chief-of-police/) -  Today's guest is Chief Ricky Middleton. On February 11, 2022, he'll celebrate 41 years as an employee of the POA in Hot Springs Village. It all began in 1980 when he started working for $3.75 an hour. For the past 6 years or so he's been the Police Chief for HSV. 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