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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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.
In this episode of TomCast with Tom Wilkins, Tom sits down with Gaylon Boshears, Chairman of the Republican Party of Garland County, for a candid conversation about local politics, upcoming elections, Republican Party activity in Garland County, and the direction of Hot Springs, Arkansas.
This wide-ranging discussion covers the current political landscape in Garland County, state and federal races, Republican candidates, school board elections, local leadership, voter turnout, campaign strategy, and the future of conservative politics in the Spa City. Tom and Gaylon also discuss major community issues including the future of the Majestic Hotel property, downtown Hot Springs development, tourism, parking, public planning, and what kind of projects could truly help bring more visitors and economic activity to Hot Springs National Park and the surrounding area.
Topics include: Garland County Republican Party updates – Arkansas Republican politics -Upcoming local and state elections – Tom Cotton, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, and state leadership – School board races and voter engagement – Campaign strategy and grassroots organizing – The future of the Majestic Hotel site – Downtown Hot Springs tourism and development – Local government, planning, and public input – Conservative perspectives on Arkansas issues
This episode is part of TomCast, a Suite P Productions podcast featuring conversations with local leaders, candidates, business owners, community voices, and people helping shape the future of Hot Springs and Garland County.
Hosted by Tom Wilkins
Guest: Gaylon Boshears
Produced by Suite P Productions Multimedia, LLC
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