Welcome to Cossatot Chronicles, the podcast where we detail the people, places and heritage of Southwest Arkansas and what makes this corner of the state such a great place to visit and call home. Join your host, Patrick Massey, as Cossatot Chronicles explores the varying facets of this unique and culturally rich corner of Arkansas. Each week we’ll take a look at the Cossatot River Region and the people who call it home. Cossatot Chronicles is proudly sponsored by De Queen Auto Group and Smartphone EMT.
In celebration of Halloween, Patrick takes this episode as a frightening opportunity to explore some of the spookiest tales ever told in Southwest Arkansas. From the Caddaja of Caddo Indian folklore to Avon Cemetery and the Fouke Monster, this is an episode that’s sure to send a few chills down your spine. Happy Halloween! Learn more…
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In this week’s episode, Patrick speaks with U.S. Congressman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) to discuss the horrendous terrorist attack in Israel on Oct. 7. Israel is a long way from Cossatot Country, but as a U.S. Congressman and a native of Southwest Arkansas, Bruce Westerman is well positioned to help our listeners make sense of what…
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Did you hear? The biggest thing to ever happen in Southwest Arkansas is scheduled for 1:46 p.m. on April 8, 2024. Also, Patrick’s alligator hunt is a big failure. Learn more about Cossatot Chronicles at www.theouachitapodcasts.com and visit Cossatot Chronicles on Facebook. Questions, comments or suggestions can be emailed to cossatotchronicles@gmail.com. Thanks to our proud sponsors, De Queen…
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In this episode of Cossatot Chronicles, Patrick sat down with Esteban Ochoa of De Queen. Many words can describe Esteban: immigrant, husband, father, friend, entrepreneur, community leader, visionary, business owner, an all-around good guy with an innate desire to help others. He talks about all of that and more throughout this inspiring and stirring discussion…
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In this episode of Cossatot Chornicles, Patrick sat down with Shelly Alston, owner of the Blue Ziplines & Farm nestled in the rugged Ouachita Mountains near Mena, Arkansas. Besides operating a 100-year-old family-owned cattle ranch, Shelly also hosts the annual Ouachita Bigfoot Festival & Conference. Patrick spoke with Shelly about her farm and its history…
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This is the inaugural, brand-new and very first episode of Cossatot Chronicles! In this introductory pilot episode, host Patrick Massey digs into the idea behind Cossatot Chronicles, shares a little personal history, why he loves Arkansas and what listeners can expect in the weeks ahead. Learn more about Cossatot Chronicles at www.theouachitapodcasts.com and visit Cossatot Chronicles on…
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