Daniel Koonce is the fun-loving, excitable face of the amazing non-profit, Startup Junkie.

About Startup Junkie:

Startup Junkie is your resource in NWA and beyond. Get in touch with our friendly, supportive team. Tell us about your business or idea. Share your story. We may have a role in your next chapter. Get tickets to their huge weekend event, Startup Crawl, by click this link! Use code PATIOPODCAST for discounts!

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Guest:

Daniel Koonce

Startup Junkie

Social Media:

Savvy Social Creative

Our Producer:

Travis Smith Productions

Welcome to Patio Pod - the inside access show for Northwest Arkansas! Hosted by Patrick Pulliam, Patio Pod brings you face-to-face with the movers, makers, and flavor-shakers of the region. From local restaurant owners and entrepreneurs to creatives, musicians, and community leaders, we dive into real conversations about what makes NWA one of the most exciting places to live, work, and play. Drinks, food, sports, and faith are just the beginning of what our guests bring to the table - all served with a side of local flavor. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let's get into it!

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On today's episode, we sit down with Luke and Tad of the NWA Daily newsletter.

Luke is the co-founder of NWA Daily and a local entrepreneur. He shares insight about how they have grown NWA Daily to over 40,000 subscribers since opening shop in 2020!

Tad is the lead writer at NWA Daily and a now father of 4. He shares his passion for Northwest Arkansas, including a few of his top "spots" to hit if you're looking for a good time in NWA.

Welcome to Patio Pod - the inside access show for Northwest Arkansas! Hosted by Patrick Pulliam, Patio Pod brings you face-to-face with the movers, makers, and flavor-shakers of the region. From local restaurant owners and entrepreneurs to creatives, musicians, and community leaders, we dive into real conversations about what makes NWA one of the most exciting places to live, work, and play. Drinks, food, sports, and faith are just the beginning of what our guests bring to the table - all served with a side of local flavor. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let's get into it!

On today's episode, we sit down with Izaak Barrett of Callisto in Bentonville, AR.

Izaak has worked as the Director of Operations at Callisto since opening day, and shares his story of getting to Arkansas, gives his pick for the Kentucky Derby Race, and shares Callisto's secret plans to take over Northwest Arkansas!

Welcome to Patio Pod – the inside access show for Northwest Arkansas! Hosted by Patrick Pulliam, Patio Pod brings you face-to-face with the movers, makers, and flavor-shakers of the region. From local restaurant owners and entrepreneurs to creatives, musicians, and community leaders, we dive into real conversations about what makes NWA one of the most exciting places to live, work, and play. Drinks, food, sports, and faith are just the beginning of what our guests bring to the table – all served with a side of local flavor. Grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let's get into it!

Episode 1 of the Patio Pod features Ken Warden, the general manager and brewmaster of Rendezvous Junction in Rogers, AR. Join us as Patrick sits down at the brewery to discuss how they got started and what has happened since their opening. In addition to brewing phenomenal beer, they also host many events, themed nights, and more at their taproom.

Ken Warden - https://www.instagram.com/ken_igetahellya/
Rendezvous Junction - https://www.rendezvousjunction.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/ken_igetahellya/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/rendezvousjunction/

Patio Community - https://www.patiocommunity.com/
IG: https://www.instagram.com/patiocommunity/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nwapatiocommunity/

Produced by Travis Smith Productions
www.travissmithproductions.com