Voices Worth Hearing with Mr. Z

Greenwood Schools Superintendent, John Ciesla

In this episode, I sit down with the Superintendent of Greenwood Public Schools, John Ciesla.  We discuss the journey he has taken from military child to becoming the leader of one of the top schools in the state of Arkansas. We also discuss economic development in the River Valley of western Arkansas and what the impact it will have on the district, how Greenwood plans to stay ahead of the curve, and what the future holds for Greenwood.    please LIKE/SHARE/SUBSCRIBE/COMMENT on whatever podcast platform on which you are listening! Thank you!

Episode 3 - Drew Morgan

In this episode, Drew Morgan shares his journey from being a Greenwood Bulldog to an Arkansas Razorback, a Miami Dolphin, and now a dedicated family man. We reflect on his early memories of football, the challenges of transitioning to the SEC, and the importance of embracing pressure on the field. Drew emphasizes the values of setting goals and creating opportunities and encourages young athletes to take initiative in their pursuits. We also discuss his shift into the private sector and how he aims to impact families through his work, hoping his experiences inspire others to cherish their time and make every moment count.

Episode 2 - Pastor Ronnie Deal, Senior Pastor of FBC Greenwood & the PA Voice of the GHS Bulldogs

In this episode of Voices Worth Hearing, I sit down with Pastor Ronnie Deal, Senior Pastor at First Baptist Greenwood and the beloved “Voice of the Bulldogs.” We talk about his background and call to ministry, his journey to becoming Greenwood’s longtime public address announcer, and some of his favorite memories behind the microphone. Pastor Deal also shares how faith, service, and community are woven together in Greenwood, offers encouragement for the next generation, and reflects on what excites him about the future.