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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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University of Arkansas students design affordable housing prototypes, a trip back in time
On today's show, a new kind of affordable housing is being designed at the University of Arkansas. Also, bringing the big-league club to Arvest Ballpark. Plus…
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Clarifying FAFSA, a series of 'Undisciplined' live happenings
On today's show, a web of confusion around getting federal aid for college. Plus, Kiley Reid’s new novel, “Come and Get It” is set in Fayetteville. Also, a…
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Exploring a new outdoor recreation bill, discussing the effect of HBCUs
On today's show, federal legislation seeks to update outdoor recreation policy. Also, the impact made at an HBCU. Plus, Ozarks at Large's Militant Grammarian…
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Civic Arkansas, Victor Luckerson talks 'Built From the Fire'
On today's show, a new initiative from the Winthrop Rockefeller Institute called Civic Arkansas. Also, all the news from January 1975, like a new political…
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Preserving the Cherokee language, The Medium allows 60 performers 60 seconds in one night
On today's show, a conversation with Cherokee Nation Chief Chuck Hoskin, Jr. Also, 60 performers use just 60 seconds on stage. Plus, expanding outdoor business…
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Educators to gain affordable housing in Bentonville, revisiting the constitution at TheatreSquared
On today's show, the problem and unique solution for affordable housing in Bentonville. Also, a conversation with the new dean of the Walton College of…
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Climate justice organization Zero Hour Arkansas targets local youth, 'Dry January' mocktails
On today's show, a zine about climate justice in northwest Arkansas. Also, the transgender experience in Arkansas. Plus, imbibing without the booze.
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A poultry growing nightmare, improving Arkansas' maternal health with AIM
On today's show, a chicken farm crisis. Also, putting real faces and voices to the poor maternal health numbers in Arkansas. Plus, a wearable art party at…
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The Farm Bill in Arkansas, connections between the Natural State and Miss America
On today's show, how the federal Farm Bill impacts people in Arkansas. Also, Arkansas’ deep connection with Miss America. Plus, an Arkansas musical tragedy…
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Air traffic, river traffic, participating in local art
On today's show, the first 2024 conversation with Michael Tilley from "Talk Business and Politics" covers planes leaving Fort Smith, river traffic passing…
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An attempt to standardize academic expectations, SONA exhibits dissonance through harmony
On today's show, a constitutional amendment that aims to hold private schools to the same standards as public schools. Also, the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas…
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Preserving 10,000 acres in northwest Arkansas, the unexpected nature of public art
On today's show, the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust and their work to protect 10,000 acres of land. Also, Griffin Loop wants you to come to his art without…
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Charting Arkansas' economic growth, recommendations for outdoor winter fun
On today's show, learning what a billion dollars in proposed investments looks like. Also, "I am Northwest Arkansas" takes listeners beyond the stage at…
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Examining disparities in child wellbeing, the return of the Arkansas Black Film & Music Expo
On today's show, new data shows that the wellbeing of children of color in Arkansas ranks low. Also, learning more about Music Move's Black Music Expo. Plus…
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Discussing new film 'We Have Just Begun,' the need for January blood donations
On today's show, speaking with the creators of a new film about the 1919 Elaine Massacre and Dispossession. Plus, learning more about the critical need for…
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NWA celebrates MLK Day, exploring Walmart's new health center
On today's show, celebrating and remembering the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Also, Walmart opens an expansive new whole health center. Plus…
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'Safe Streets for All,' fostering micro-entrepreneurship at the Fayetteville Public Library
On today's show, $25 million and changing how we view traffic. Plus, chefs from around the country will team up for a No Kid Hungry dinner in Bentonville…
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A bike-centered program at NWACC, Wild Prairie Winds visits Folk School
On today's show, the coordinators for the Northwest Arkansas Community College trail technician program are looking to put new students to work. Plus, Wild…
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Fighting summer food insecurity, Dry January
On today's show, Arkansas has opted into a new federal program to fight food insecurity for kids. Also, Dr. Chris Hardin considers the benefits of a Dry…
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Holidays, housing and hosting a true crime podcast
On today’s show, the celebration of a Muslim holiday in an unexpected place. Plus, a vacant tourist motel in Eureka Springs has been converted into affordable…
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Food security, language barriers and near-impossible tasks
On today’s show, how a pandemic helped jump start a free meal program in Fayetteville. Plus, the nearly impossible task of slowing light. And a podcast about…
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Hobbies, sports and identity
On today’s show, a former FBI agent whose hobby is remembering the ones we’ve lost. Plus, a podcast that aims to take sports seriously. And author Britt…
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Lizards, talk radio and our biological response to pop culture
On today’s show, the largest lizard native to Arkansas, the impact of talk radio, and an examination of the way film and television make us feel.
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Fossils, loafers and the monoculture
On today’s show, we start a new year by remembering some of our favorite moments of 2023 on Ozarks at Large, including a major archaeological dig, a podcast…
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Ships, rivers and Telecasters
On today’s show, a nearly forgotten Naval tradition highlighted in a new book from a pair of John Brown University professors. Plus, we talk about new music…
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A doula, national monuments and a financial journalist
On today’s show, a discussion about assistance with end-of-life — a conversation with a northwest Arkansas end-of-life doula. Plus, the origins and uncertain…
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Books and authors for all ages
On today’s show, the experiences working in a zoo that led Roland Smith to a career as a writer. Plus creator of the Goosebumps series, R.L Stine discusses…
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Faith, history and running
On today’s show, a camp in Bentonville for children of any and all faiths. Plus, digging into forgotten Washington County history. And, running as a way to…
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A Christmas Past episode of Ozarks at Large
On today’s show, something that existed before Christmas: dinosaurs. Plus, engineering antiquity. And we spend time learning about a murder from the Gilded Age.
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An Ozarks at Large Holiday Hootenanny
On today’s show, we welcome in a heavenly host of local musicians playing holiday favorites and originals.
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Looking back on the past year of Ozarks at Large, an early edition of 'Talk Business and Politics'
On today's show, Kyle Kellams and Matthew Moore look back on a handful of stories we don’t want to forget. Also, economist Mervin Jeberaj thinks we might have…
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Sound Perimeter: Winter Promise
The Winter Solstice signals the shortest day and longest night of the year. As the Earth moves away from the sun in the northern hemisphere, this day carries…
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Teaching philanthropy, a 'paternity test'
On today's show, a business class at the University of Arkansas is looking at not how to make money but how to give it away. Plus, learning how the best way to…
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Picking up litter- hearts alike, KUAF wrapped
On today's show, a collaboration between the city of Fayetteville, Genesis Church, and 7hills provides a work lottery program for the unhoused community. Also…
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Safeguarding from COVID-19 this holiday season, celebrities visit the Natural State
On today's show, family gatherings and travel are a part of the holiday season, but unfortunately, COVID is still a part of it, too. Also, being mindful of…
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Redefining boredom, 'Wonka'
On today's show, Pastor Clint Schnekloth suggests a book that redefines boredom and how we deal with a modern information age. Also, what it means to be a…
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A possible relocation of USPS services, the new look Naturals
On today's Ozarks at Large, the U.S. Postal Service is looking to move its processing and distribution center out of Fayetteville, and there’s a lot of…
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'Buy or Burn' art auction, looking forward to Berryville's new library
On today's show, a local artist is auctioning his work. And he’s burning whatever doesn’t get bought. Also, nearing the fundraising finish line for a new…
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Investigating the Arkansas State Library Board, Ebenezer Scrooge returns to TheatreSquared
On today's show, how much authority does the Arkansas State Library Board have? Also, Scrooge, Marley and Cratchit are back on stage. Plus, radio theater in…
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Considering invasive species, Arkansas' political debates
On today's show, a federal grant has been awarded to a UofA-based ecologist to help combat the expansive growth of harmful plants in the local environment…
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Fundraising for Muai, 155 years of Dickson Street
On today's show, a fundraiser in Springdale for rebuilding in Maui. Plus, a commemoration for Dickson Street. Also, We’ll also spend time with Michael Tilley…
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Funding immigrant integration in Arkansas, a light-centered Sound Perimeter
On today's show, a federal grant for immigrant integration in Arkansas. Also, the Arkansas Secretary of State’s office prepares for counting signatures for…
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Native solar meadows, the Squirrel Nut Zippers holiday tour
On today's show, the benefits of solar panel arrays on native grasslands. Also, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences will use $17.5 million to…
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A new artist residency program in Springdale, readying for an increase of Arkansans with Alzheimer's
On today's show, a new project in Springdale aims to make art more accessible by bringing it to the neighborhood. Also, preparing for an increasing population…
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A new music collective for young creatives, establishing Arkansas' state song
On today's show, the origin of a new music collective in northwest Arkansas. Also, the confusing effort to establish a state song for Arkansas. Plus, two Mena…
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Exploring the LGBTQ+ experience at religious schools, a Shakespearean crossover
On today's show, a rooftop garden is in the works at Baptist Health Fort Smith. Also, a documentary filmmaker expands on two short films made while at John…
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Saving the state butterfly, the biological effects of media consumption
On today's show, the prevalence of the Arkansas state butterfly is dangerously low. Plus, how the media we consume affects us on a biological level. Also, the…
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Attempting to legalize some abortions in Arkansas, the effects of reporting violence in the news
On today's show, a group called Arkansans for Limited Government is working on a possible constitutional amendment that would legalize some abortions. Also…
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Schools across state install calming rooms, a Gar-Hole holiday show
On today's show, a new initiative is being introduced in K-12 schools across Arkansas. Also, working to make Arkansas-Asian business connections stronger…
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Middle schoolers' nicotine use, promoting women-run businesses with Holiday Haul
On today's show, a new CDC report shows tobacco use for middle school students is on the rise. Plus, a boyhood friendship that began in Hot Springs and…
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How Italians immigrating to Arkansas influenced national legislation, songs from Dan Maguire
On today's show, how Italian immigration to Arkansas in the 19th century influenced U.S. policy for a long time. Plus, Dan Maguire stops in to sing a couple of…
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Lincoln's new four-day school week, looking forward to Arkansas' 2024 election
On today's show, considering the future of schooling and education in Arkansas. Also, the Arkansas Republican and Democratic parties have their candidates, and…
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Sen. Boozman speaks on combating global food insecurity, celebrating the Amazon Rainforest's legacy
On today's show, the U.S. Senate is working across the aisle to combat the global food security crisis. Also, the cost of war on people and the environment…
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The near expiration of free migration for Marshall Islanders, Turkey Drop
On today's show, a special U.S. compact that allowed thousands of Marshall Islanders to migrate to Arkansas nearly expired earlier this year freely. Also, this…
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Scrutinizing the Boycott, Divest and Sanction movement, FRUITCAKE holiday market
On today's show, an Arkansas law passed in 2017 is being discussed in relation to the current war in Gaza. Also, after a loss in 2022, former gubernatorial…
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Examining different types of assistance animals, the NWA Movement Hub's Jingle Jam
On today's show, a lesson in assistance animals. Also, giving dance more stages in northwest Arkansas. Plus, how a podcast-turned-game hooked our book…
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The story of Jamestown Crag, Asa Hutchinson's continued presidential campaign
On today's show, a Wisconsin paper mill, a crag in Batesville, and how rock climbing practices helped preserve some Ozark recreation. Also, despite low polling…
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The Hope929 Foundation brings Harrison affordable housing, "Christmas Angel"
On today's show, a new nonprofit is building affordable housing in Harrison. Also, the unexpected business success of gathering nuts. Plus, an Arkansas-born…
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Double feature Friday, the dawn of holiday happenings
On today's show, Courtney Lannings offers reviews for two movies currently screening. Also, Becca Martin Brown informs listeners about some early holiday…
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The continued hunt for the ivory billed woodpecker, a veteran's trip to Washington
On today's show, the hunt continues for the ivory-billed woodpecker as it continues to elude humans and the label of extinction. Plus, veteran Dale Benedict's…