Episode 18 of the Amigos Brotherhood Charities Podcast Phil, Terry, and Jack sit down with KC McGovern to talk about the businesses he’s built in Heber-Overgaard, including our local car wash and our favorites to grab a bit along the 260… the Wild Women Saloon and the 260 Brewery & Distillery.KC also talks about some exciting changes at Wild Women, including bringing in new partners, Rick and Patty Bennett, to help grow the place and keep things moving, while Shawn Barbetta focuses more on the brewery. Wild Women will also be taking the lead on First Fridays this summer. KC shares how he ended up in Heber-Overgaard, the story behind brewing beer and experimenting with moonshine, and what’s been happening around Bison Town, including the new owners, Josh & Tonia Crronin, over at AZTEX Coffee and Taproom.The guys also give a shoutout to Hair by Geline, who’s helping sell tickets for the Amigos Kawasaki side-by-side raffle that supports the charity.They even manage to track down Shawn, who picks up the phone while training the Special Forces down in San Diego and jumps into the podcast for a quick check-in. Like always, the guys also talk about the work the Amigos Brotherhood Charities are doing for veterans, kids, and the community, including updates on getting their 501(c)(3) together and the upcoming Freedom Gathering on September 12 at AZTEX. There are plenty of laughs along the way, a few questionable jokes, and the kind of conversations that only happen when the Amigos get together.If you enjoy small-town stories from the Heber-Overgaard and White Mountains community, pull up a chair and join the conversation.

In Episode 17 of the Amigos Brotherhood Charities Podcast, the guys sit down with Sherri Watson, manager of Empty Pockets Saloon, to talk about one of the most unique bars along Route 66 and the events coming to town.Sherri shares the story of how her family ended up owning Empty Pockets, how they renovated the bar, and why Holbrook continues to draw people back from all over the country. The conversation also covers the upcoming Route 66 Gun Slinger Car Show, demolition derby, burnouts, vendors, and family activities happening in Holbrook on May 29 & 30. Along the way, the Amigos talk about their recent ride to Bertie’s in Show Low, new sponsors joining the Freedom Gathering poker run, and the upcoming 1,000-mile Iron Butt charity ride raising money for veterans, children’s programs, and local community causes. If you enjoy stories from small towns across the Arizona White Mountains and Route 66, this episode is for you.

In Episode 16 of the Amigos Brotherhood Charities Podcast, Susan “The Shed Gal” Frair and her husband Mike stop by Jack’s house to catch up with the Amigos. Susan shares the story of how a simple search for a shed eventually turned into a business that now operates across several states. The conversation quickly turns into a reunion of sorts, with stories from her time in Heber-Overgaard and the relationships she formed as part of the community. Spoiler alert… she’s coming back to town!During the episode, Susan steps up in a big way to support the Amigos’ work, donating $500 toward the upcoming Iron Butt charity ride and offering additional donations for the Freedom Gathering on September 12, the Amigos’ annual fundraiser supporting veterans, children, and local community causes. What You'll Hear in This Episode• The story behind The Shed Gal business• A surprise donation to the Amigos for their Iron Butt 1000 ride in April• What you can win during the upcoming Freedom Gathering poker run on September 12, 2026• Motorcycle talk, small-town stories, and plenty of laughsSubscribeFollow the podcast to hear more stories from the people who help make the Heber-Overgaard community what it is.

In Episode 15, the Amigos sit down with Bull Freese from Bull’s Customs and Repairs in Taylor, Arizona

Bull is a former professional bull rider, retired state trooper, longtime biker, and now the only certified Harley mechanic on the mountain who can handle warranty work.

We talk about:

• Building custom bikes from the ground up

• Why he charges less than most shops

• What integrity in business actually looks like

• The wild story of a rag getting sucked into an engine

• Losing brothers, losing family, beating stage three throat cancer

• And why he still shows up every day to wrench on bikes

There’s humor. There’s heartbreak. There’s real talk about loyalty, loss, and doing right by people.

If you ride, own a bike, or just appreciate someone who stands behind their work, check out this episode.

In Episode 14 of the Amigos Brotherhood Charities Podcast, the guys are back at the Heber-Overgaard Senior Center, and this one starts off exactly how you’d expect: hair jokes, motorcycle stories, bacon moonshine, and a live call to Erica at 260 Brewery.But then it gets real.The Amigos sit down with Alan Gillis, Commander of Heber-Overgaard Search & Rescue, to talk about the launch of a brand-new local Search and Rescue organization right here in the 85933 You’ll hear about:• The official launch of Heber-Overgaard Search & Rescue (HOSAR)• Their aerial, mounted, and ground response divisions• How education and prevention can save lives on the mountain• CPR, First Aid, AED & Stop-the-Bleed training opportunities• A powerful new initiative: Heroes & Horses for first responders• A new GPS safety app designed to help prevent lost hiker tragedies• Real talk about UTV safety, preparation, and how accidents are preventableThis episode blends the usual Amigos humor with serious, life-saving information for anyone who lives in or visits the White Mountains. Learn more or support HOSAR at www.hosar.orgBe sure to like, follow, and subscribe to support the Amigos Brotherhood Charities in making a difference in the Heber-Overgaard community.

In Episode 13, the Amigos head over to the Heber-Overgaard Community Food Bank to sit down with Dick Bradford, Debbie Bradford, and Dee Ramon to talk about food insecurity in our mountain community and how this local nonprofit is stepping up in a big way.What started in 2020, serving about 80 people a month, has grown to nearly 400 individuals monthly across Heber-Overgaard, Pinedale, and Forest Lakes.In this episode, you’ll learn:• How the food bank was resurrected after going dormant• Where the food comes from (United Food Bank, Arizona Food Bank Network, local markets, and community donations)• How the Arizona Qualified Charitable Organization (QCO) tax credit works• What it takes financially to operate the new location• How families qualify and how simple the process really is• Why pride keeps some people from asking for help• The Eagle Scout birthday box project that brought 100 celebration kits to local families• How local partnerships, volunteers, and small-town generosity keep shelves stockedThe Heber-Overgaard Community Food Bank is open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10am–1pm at 2841 State Route 260. If you live locally and need help, they are here for you.If you want to support the mission, donations stay right here in the community.This is another real conversation about how Heber-Overgaard takes care of its own.

Episode 12.5 continues the conversation with Phyllis Ault at the Rim Country Senior Center — and this time, the focus shifts to the programs most people in Heber-Overgaard have seen… but may not realize are quietly funding meals and care for local seniors.You’ll hear how Addie’s Thrift Shop provides nearly two-thirds of the funding needed to keep the Senior Center operating, why long-time volunteers are the backbone of the operation, and how every donation and purchase stays right here in the community.Then the conversation moves to one of the most surprising revenue programs in town: aluminum can recycling. A $6,000 grant turned into a commercial compactor, community recycling bins, and thousands of dollars a year that goes directly back into meals, vehicles, propane, and daily operations — while keeping cans out of the forest and landfill.You’ll also learn about:• The continental breakfast bag program that helps seniors take medications during the hardest winter months• The MASA air ambulance membership is available through the center for mountain residents• Dental and vision membership options for seniors on Medicare• How meal drivers document wellness checks and coordinate with hospice when needed• Why dignity, independence, and community connection matter just as much as foodThis episode offers a real look at how a small town builds practical systems to care for its aging population — with volunteers, creativity, and a lot of heart.If you missed Episode 12, listen to that first. This is the deeper dive.Listen, share, and subscribe to hear more stories about the people and organizations holding Heber-Overgaard together.

In Episode 12, the Amigos sit down inside the Rim Country Senior Center in Overgaard, Arizona, with Board President Phyllis Ault for one of the most eye-opening conversations yet about what it really takes to care for seniors in a small mountain town.This episode goes far beyond “Meals on Wheels.” You’ll hear how this local nonprofit quietly keeps more than 400 meals a month going out to homebound seniors, provides daily wellness checks, runs a medical equipment loan closet, offers affordable dine-in meals for social connection, and even operates a frozen meal program and take-and-bake pizza kitchen that helps fund the entire operation.You’ll also learn:• The real difference between a food bank and a senior meal program• How volunteers deliver meals in under two hours to protect food quality and safety• Why socialization is just as important as nutrition for seniors• How the center helps seniors stay in their homes instead of costly care facilities• The surprising MASA air ambulance membership program available through the center• How recycling aluminum cans funds meals and keeps waste out of the forest• How grants helped them become an emergency backup facility for the community• The true cost of operating a nonprofit like this (fuel, vehicles, propane, repairs, and more)• Why pride is often the biggest barrier to seniors asking for helpIf you live in Heber-Overgaard, have aging parents, care about small-town community support, or want to know how local nonprofits actually function behind the scenes, this episode is worth your time.This is the kind of work happening quietly every day that most people never see.

Rim Country Senior Center — 2171 B Street, Overgaard, AZ928-535-5525Listen, learn, and share this episode with someone who needs to know these services exist.And if you care about veterans, kids, and this community, make sure to subscribe to the Amigos Brotherhood Charities Podcast for more real stories from the people holding Heber-Overgaard together.