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Ozarks at Large
A daily news magazine highlighting the people, places and events of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas River Valley.
Episodes
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Traveling through an artistic portal, Old Friends Farm's rural music venue
On today's show, Jewel puts together a museum experience. Plus, a look into Drug Take Back Day 2024. We also learn more about the Old Friends Farm near Prairie…
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Planned Parenthood offers men birth control options, previewing a new Fort Smith greenway
On today's show, providing options to men when it comes to birth control. Also, a new greenway is being constructed in Fort Smith. Plus, warmer weather brings…
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Fayetteville's environmental education, mushroom hunting
On today's show, prioritizing education for environmental programs in Fayetteville. Also, foraging for springtime mushrooms. Plus, a deep dive into the work of…
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Lessons learned from Truman Scholar finalists, remembering Printgurl
On today's show, lessons learned from being a finalist for the prestigious Harry S. Truman Scholarship. Plus, a tribute to a young artist and the hospice…
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Learning more about sustainable fashion, partying like it's 2050
On today's show, we consider the elements of "Reduce, Reuse and Recycle," especially through sustainable fashion. Also, Representative Steve Womack is among a…
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The Silk Road Ensemble returns to NWA, looking forward to Earth Day
On today's show, observing Earth Day with environmental educator Heather Ellzey. Also, six performers with the Silk Road Ensemble bring a world of music to…
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Possible Sundays alcohol sales in Fayetteville, 'Fat Ham' at TheatreSquared
On today's show, the attempt to bring voter registration to the 21st century in Arkansas. Also, the Pulitzer Prize-winning play “Fat Ham” decides to be (and…
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Fayetteville celebrates Earth Day, Jon Batiste visits Bentonville for 'Uneasy Tour'
On today's show, preparation is underway for a city-wide clean-up day in Fayetteville. Also, a life with "To Kill a Mockingbird." Plus, the Fort Smith Symphony…
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Updates at Fayetteville's Wilson Park, Keri Blankiger talks her new memoir
On today's show, a team effort brings us the updates to Wilson Park in Fayetteville. Also, Keri Blakinger discusses her memoir about prison. Plus, life after…
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NWA's no-kill animal shelters, trombonist Papo Vazquez visits the University of Arkansas
On today's show, as northwest Arkansas continues to grow, regional services try to keep pace, including animal shelters. Also, a new documentary traces…
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Learning more about NWA's Muslim community with District 3, Pat Ryan Key performs
On today's show, we discuss the Muslim community in northwest Arkansas. Plus, Pat Ryan Key visited the Carver Center for Public Radio to perform, discuss his…
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NWA Fashion Week, Fayetteville welcomes new head Hog
On today's show, the impact of fashion here in Northwest Arkansas. Also, the Razorbacks welcome a new head men’s basketball coach. Plus, musicians from the…
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The impact of removing gender-neutral option from Arkansas licenses, NWA transplants
On today's show, we hear about the impact of the decision of the state of Arkansas to remove X from state IDs. Also, the Ozark Jazz Philharmonic is getting…
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Updates from Total Eclipse Monday: Thaden School, Arkansas' electric grid
On today's show, Thaden School in Bentonville is expanding. We also learn more about a huge investment in the electric grid in Arkansas. Plus, a trip to the…
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Veterans connecting through music, uncovering the math behind everyday life
On today's show, we learn more about Soldiers Songs and Voices Northwest Arkansas. Also, a NASA scientist explains what Monday’s eclipse can tell us. Plus…
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Raising awareness of a new drug, previewing Ozark Natural Science Center's urban campus
On today's show, drug advocacy groups warn Arkansans about a dangerous new trend in the illegal drug supply. Also, tracing a partisan shift in Arkansas. Plus…
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Skating toward greatness in NWA, two musicians deliver 'State of the Unity'
On today's show, a local nonprofit is trying to grow the skateboarding scene in northwest Arkansas. Also, we continue our series "TEA: the Transgender…
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An update regarding next week's solar eclipse, housing in NWA
On today's show, preparing for a once in a lifetime celestial event passing through Arkansas' skies next week. Also, continuing a public discussion about…
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Exploring societal values through land use, Arbor Day at... Pinpoint?!
On today's show, a group of art students at the University of Arkansas consider what we value as a society. Also, Arkansas native and federal judge Morris…
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How the Associated Press determines political winners, NWACC expands athletic program
On today's show, the work required to determine an election winner. Chad Day, the Associated Press’ chief elections analyst, will be this year’s Roy Reed…
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Diving into Arkansas ballot measures, Atlas Obscura's Ecliptic Festival
On today's show, a deep dive into a handful of measures that might be on your ballot this November. Also, a seismic transfer of wealth in the country’s near…
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Lithium extraction in south Arkansas, UAMS' rural residency program
On today's show, a new extraction method to gather an increasingly critical metal. Also, a plan to get more medical care to rural Arkansas. Plus, Aladdin’s…
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How education co-ops help public schools, "Balance"
On today's show, The Arkansas Department of Education has proposed to cut funding for education coops by more than $4 million for the 2025 fiscal year. But…
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A closer look at Arkansas' low literacy, the career of Judge Richard Arnold
On today's show, addressing the low literacy rates in Arkansas. Also, remembering the legal and political career of Federal Judge Richard Arnold. Plus, an…
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A plan for a veteran's memorial in Springdale, a trip to the archives
On today's show, an ambitious plan for a veteran’s memorial in Springdale. Also, optimism regarding a sustainable future. Plus, we open a thirty-year Ozarks at…
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An alleged failure to uphold academic freedom, 'You Have No Idea' celebrates national release
On today's show, a letter sent to leadership at the University of Arkansas says they have failed to defend their faculty. Also, an Arkansas-based film about…
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A historic swarm of cicadas, celebrating children's musician Ella Jenkins
On today's show, the unique nature of two cicada broods emerging this year. Also, a celebration of the "First Lady of Children’s Folk Songs” and the music…
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Raising the minimum wage at a co-operative grocery, reporter talks new book 'Exvangelicals'
On today's show, an effort to raise starting salaries for employees at the state’s only co-operative grocery. Also, moving away from a strict evangelical…
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Empowering Hispanic student journalists, the legacy of Father George Tribou
On today's show, we hear from the president and faculty advisor of the University of Arkansas chapter of the National Association of Hispanic Journalists…
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Looking at 'Exquisite Creatures' and listening to a 'Cambodian Rock Band'
On today's show, Christopher Marley’s “Exquisite Creatures” opens at Crystal Bridges. Plus, when work on stage can truly inspire relationships off stage: we…
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The status of Native American remains and artifacts, depicting climate disaster through charcoal
On today's show, a change to the Federal Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act is taking effect and putting pressure on museums and…
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Enhancing the children's garden, a free dental clinic
On today's show, the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks plans to use a new grant to feed even more of their neighbors. Plus, a two-day free clinic to help patients…
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A Black historic district in Fayetteville, the history of native people in North America
On today's show, the beginnings of a Black Historic district in Fayetteville. Plus, the history of the people of North America. And, working to reduce…
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Evaluating Arkansas' international trade missions, legendary legal scholar remembered
On Today's show we take a closer look at the impact and cost of targeted business between the state of Arkansas and global partners, hear about the legacy of…
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Update on Arkansas' eclipse preparations, Broadway heads to Dickson Street
On today's show, touching base with the state now that we're a month out from the big eclipse. Also, Walton Arts Center readies ten big shows for the next…
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Ambassadors for active transportation, honoring women in flight
On today's show, a new ambassador program from Trailblazers is looking to put accessibility, inclusion, and encouragement at the forefront. Also, the impact of…
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Empowering women in cycling with 'Rosie Up,' still more to learn from Mr. Rogers
On today's show, a new business aims to create a supportive and safe environment for female cyclists. Also, what Fred Rogers can still teach us about learning…
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Connecting Arkansans with overdose education resources, a book club for Swifties
On today's show, a new statewide app has been created to connect people with resources for opioid overdose, addiction, treatment and recovery. We also discuss…
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The future of in vitro fertilization in Arkansas, honoring women who led TV newsrooms
On today's show, how the Alabama Supreme Court ruling on frozen embryos affected in vitro fertilization in Arkansas and across the U.S. Also, conversation with…
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'Cambodian Rock Band,' funding the future for Latino students
On today's show, "Cambodian Rock Band" presents a story of music, trauma, comedy and family, with the Khmer Rouge as a backdrop. Also, decades of academic…
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Leap Day 2024: counting birds, birthdays
On today's show, a group of hobbyists turned scientists help count birds in northwest Arkansas. Also, the oddities of celebrating an annual event every four…
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Award-winning sustainable textiles, animal-assisted therapy
On today's show: Three weeks, two University of Arkansas students, and one box of mystery materials all made from soybeans. Also, Election Day for the March…
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Providing resources to those struggling with addiction, learning more about primary elections
On today's show, providing the community with addiction support. Also, Alice Gachuzo Colin has a passion for democracy. Plus, a big ask leads to a biography of…
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Hogs look toward space, remembering other forms of broadcast news
On today's show, we talk about outer space and the upcoming eclipse. Also, the upside of being a TV news anchor. Plus, Johnny Cash at San Quentin.
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Art as a pathway toward healing, behind the scenes of Fayetteville's Restaurant Week
On today's show, George Anthony Morton will discuss art as healing twice this weekend at St. Paul’s in Fayetteville. Plus, The Prom comes to the University of…
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Communities react to rise in deportations, Sondheim at the Walton Arts Center
On today's show, community members are concerned about the rise in deportations of Marshallese people in Washington County. Also, the challenges and joys of…
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Possible outsourcing at the University of Arkansas, Upskill NWA
On today's show, the University of Arkansas is considering outsourcing groundskeeping and custodial work- It’s left staff members worried about their future…
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A local library's million-dollar expansion, Ozarkan folk magic
On today's show, the growth of another public library in northwest Arkansas. Plus, collecting Ozark folk magic and medicine. Also, from the foreign service to…
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A dynamic path for Name, Image and Likeness deals for athletes, Ed Bethune
On today's show, the changing landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness deals for student-athletes at the University of Arkansas. Also, Ed Bethune was a…
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The Menstrual Equity Panel, enduring effects Gothic architecture
On today's show, real conversation about period products. Also, the breadth of Gothic. Plus, SONA defies expectations.
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Two NWA teachers' 'polarizing' trip, a witch's role in 2024
On today's show, a pair of teachers were chosen to do research in Antarctica- How’d it go? Also, the primary election on March 5 includes the decision for…
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A dam removal, touching base on Fayetteville's Black Historic District
On today's show, an old dam is being renovated to be a new aquatic nature preserve. Also, progress on a Black Historic District in Fayetteville. Plus, what can…
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Analyzing climate change in the wake of an icy January, the 'Big Gay Market'
On today's show, the cold snap in January doesn’t negate the reality of global warming. Also, a new book about banking is a family affair. Plus, the Big Gay…
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Point In Time Count for Homelessness, fashion for everyone
On today's show, the latest data on people experiencing homelessness in northwest Arkansas. Also, NWA Fashion Week is more than just admiring clothing. Plus…
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Seeking affordable childcare, jamming with Statehouse Electric
On today's show, re-thinking our relationship with technology and its relationship with art. Also, a coalition working toward making childcare in Arkansas more…
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Korean food and Indian music in Arkansas
On today's show, a new global center for Korean Food at the University of Arkansas. Plus, the status of federal interest rates and their impact on Arkansas…
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The history of the Arkansas Caucus, a new TEA installment
On today's show, we take a trip back to 1984 when Arkansas tried a new method of voting for a presidential candidate. Also, a new program that looks to help…
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Cleaning waterways with hair, a seminar focusing Star Trek
On today's show, a hair salon in Fayetteville is finding a way to take hair clippings and help improve the planet. Also, the geopolitics of Star Trek. Plus…
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Expanding access to doulas, creating a safe space through vintage clothing
On today's show, as Arkansas faces a maternal health crisis, officials want to expand access to doulas. Also, the winter of ‘76 in Arkansas: politics and…
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The Buckfoot Gang, chainsaw art, international films in Fort Smith
On today's show, how a sophisticated group of turn-of-the-century con men in the Ozarks fleeced a fortune from gullible victims. Also, international…