Tomcast
Tomcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to Tomcast – the unapologetically real podcast straight outta Hot Springs, Arkansas. Hosted by Tom, we dive into the stories, scandals, and side-splitting moments that make this city tick. From off-the-cuff interviews with locals and wild conversations about life in the Spa City to the kind of small-town tea you won’t hear anywhere else, Tomcast is your backstage pass to Hot Springs. We’re raw, we’re fun, and we’re bringing you the real Spa City — one episode at a time.
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Content Themes
The podcast emphasizes the rich tapestry of life in Hot Springs, covering themes such as local politics, personal narratives, and social issues. Examples include intimate conversations with Congressman Bruce Westerman on the future of the 4th district and profound interviews with historical figures like Margaret Yoshida, who recounts life in a Japanese American internment camp.

Welcome to TomCast – the unapologetically real podcast straight outta Hot Springs, Arkansas. Hosted by Tom Wilkins, we dive into the stories, scandals, and side-splitting moments that make this city tick. From off-the-cuff interviews with locals and wild conversations about life in the Spa City to the kind of small-town tea you won’t hear anywhere else, TomCast is your backstage pass to Hot Springs. We’re raw, we’re fun, and we’re bringing you the real Spa City — one episode at a time.
Pastor Doug Jones joins Tom Wilkins on TomCast for a powerful, honest conversation about faith, failure, redemption, and why he’s running for the Hot Springs School Board. From being sent across the country on a Greyhound bus with $100 in his pocket… to a life transformed by faith… to advocating for vocational training and real opportunity for students who won’t go to college… This episode dives deep into: Doug’s raw personal testimony The role mentors play in shaping lives Why vocational education matters now more than ever The Ten Commandments debate in public schools Poverty, purpose, and practical solutions for Hot Springs students Whether you care about education, faith, community leadership, or the future of our kids, this is a conversation worth hearing.

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