In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Jensen, Director of Development at the Get Real program under the Fort Smith Children’s Shelter Foundation. We talked about what it’s like supporting young adults aging out of foster care, how trauma shows up in resilience, and why simple things like a bed or a driver’s test can be life-changing. I really enjoyed this one, and I think you’ll appreciate hearing her perspective on what kids actually need when the system forgets them.

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In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Emily Vernon, Clinical Director at The Griffin Promise Autism Clinic and the only certified Spelling to Communicate (S2C) practitioner in Arkansas. We talked about what it really means to support neurodivergent individuals without trying to change who they are, how she helps families reframe the way they see autism, and why small wins in therapy often carry the biggest weight. I really enjoyed this one, and I think you’ll appreciate hearing her perspective on empathy, inclusion, and what it means to truly see someone.Emily Vernon, MS, OTR/L, S2C practitionerClinical Director Fort Smith200 N 15th St Fort Smith, AR 72901479-388-0826thegriffinpromise.orgVisit: arkansasminds.comFollow @arkansasminds on Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and YouTube

In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with Chandler Doss, VP and Branch Manager at First Community Mortgage. We talked about her personal money story—from childhood financial security to the shock of navigating single motherhood after the loss of both parents. Chandler opened up about the lessons she had to learn the hard way, how she found her way into mortgage lending, and why real estate remains close to her heart.

We also broke down practical homebuying advice, credit score tips, and the biggest myths around getting approved for a mortgage—especially for first-time buyers. I really enjoyed this one, and I think you’ll appreciate hearing Chandler’s real talk about financial stability, career pivots, and the power of relationships in business.

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