District 3 Podcast

This week on the District 3 Podcast, host Irvin Camacho sits down with artist, musician, and storyteller Big Piph for an inspiring conversation about music, service, and impact.Big Piph shares the story behind his unique musical style, how he uses hip hop as a tool for community engagement, and the projects he's leading to create positive change. The discussion also explores mental health, personal growth, storytelling, and the role artists can play in building stronger communities.Whether you're a fan of hip hop, community leadership, or meaningful conversations, this episode offers insight into the passion and purpose that drive Big Piph's work.Plus, Big Piph talks about his upcoming performance at The Momentary in Bentonville this week.🎙️ Listen now and join the conversation on music, community, and making a difference.

In this episode of the District 3 Podcast, host Irvin sits down with Joselyn Martinez, a Behavioral Health Technician at Pediatrics Plus, for an insightful conversation about supporting neurodivergent children and helping them build the skills they need to become more independent and confident in everyday life.Joselyn shares how the team at Pediatrics Plus uses a personalized, compassionate approach through services such as Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and other therapies to help children reach their full potential. She also discusses the unique challenges many immigrant families face when seeking support for neurodivergent children, including cultural stigmas surrounding diagnosis and treatment, and why education, understanding, and community support are so important.The conversation also highlights the exciting new Pediatrics Plus Farm opening soon in Springdale—a one-of-a-kind environment where pediatric therapy meets nature. Designed as a functional, sensory-rich space, the farm combines ABA, Occupational Therapy (OT), Physical Therapy (PT), and Speech Therapy (ST) with hands-on experiences like gardening, cooking, outdoor play, animal interaction, and social engagement. From the farmhouse and greenhouse to the barn, gardens, and chicken coop, every part of the farm has been intentionally created to help children learn, grow, and develop life skills through exploration, movement, and fun.Tune in to hear how innovative therapy programs, community partnerships, and family support are creating new opportunities for neurodivergent children to thrive.Listen now and learn how Pediatrics Plus is helping children build brighter futures—one skill, one experience, and one success at a time.

On this episode of The District 3 Podcast, Irvin Camacho sits down with Meredith Butler, co-owner and operator of Pizzeria Ruby and Pizza Lottie's. Meredith shares her journey through the food service industry, the importance of building community through food, and why her businesses have taken a bold and very public stance in support of immigrants and against ICE policies.This conversation highlights what it means to be a true ally and advocate for immigrant communities, while also exploring the responsibility local businesses can have in standing up for the people they serve. Honest, timely, and deeply personal, this episode is a powerful discussion about community, courage, and using your platform to make a difference.

On this episode of the District 3 Podcast, Irvin sits down with Latino trailblazer and Arkansas State Representative candidate for District 11, Rey Hernandez. Rey shares his inspiring journey from becoming a Marine to breaking barriers for Latinos across Arkansas through years of community leadership and advocacy.The conversation dives into the early work Rey helped lead to create more opportunities and representation for Latino families in the state, the community roles he’s held over the years, and the experiences that shaped his decision to run for office. Rey also lays out his vision for the future of Arkansas, from economic opportunity and education to stronger communities and greater civic engagement.This is a powerful and personal conversation about service, leadership, perseverance, and the impact one person can make on an entire region. A must-listen episode for anyone wanting to learn more about a leader who has helped pave the way for so many in Arkansas.

On this episode of District 3 Podcast, host Irvin sits down with former multimedia journalist Makyla Oviedo-Rodriguez for an honest conversation about growth, purpose, and chasing the life you were meant to live.Makyla opens up about her journey through local news, what it was like working for Disney in Florida, and how her career has evolved into marketing and working with influencers in the area. The two also discuss the pressures of navigating demanding industries while protecting your mental health, leaning on faith, and learning to trust the process.From running and personal growth to God and self-discovery, the ongoing theme of this episode is pursuing your dreams and becoming who you’re truly meant to become. If you’ve ever questioned your path, struggled with fear, or needed motivation to keep going, this conversation is for you.