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Ozarks at Large

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A daily news magazine highlighting the people, places and events of Northwest Arkansas and the Arkansas River Valley.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

Empowering Hispanic student journalists, the legacy of Father George Tribou 18.03.2024

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. Also, our Pryor Center archives recall a legendary Arkansas educator. Plus, a rundown of what’s on the community calendar this week with Jasper Logan.

Looking at 'Exquisite Creatures' and listening to a 'Cambodian Rock Band' 15.03.2024

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 meet the entire cast of TheatreSquared’s “Cambodian Rock Band."

The status of Native American remains and artifacts, depicting climate disaster through charcoal 14.03.2024

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 institutions. Plus, backers of a new development in Springdale say it is a way to address an affordable housing challenge. And, Kasey Ramirez’ “Storm Series” of images places structures in climate peril.

Enhancing the children's garden, a free dental clinic 13.03.2024

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 with dental needs. And a northwest Arkansas mayor discovers his colleagues from around the country have similar concerns.

A Black historic district in Fayetteville, the history of native people in North America 12.03.2024

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 recidivism in northwest Arkansas.

Evaluating Arkansas' international trade missions, legendary legal scholar remembered 12.03.2024

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 University of Arkansas law professor Robert Leflar and get a round up of the week's community events.

Update on Arkansas' eclipse preparations, Broadway heads to Dickson Street 08.03.2024

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 Broadway season. Plus, music radio with personality.

Ambassadors for active transportation, honoring women in flight 07.03.2024

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 lithium extraction on the southwest Arkansas economy. Plus, celebrating women of aviation.

Empowering women in cycling with 'Rosie Up,' still more to learn from Mr. Rogers 06.03.2024

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. Plus, more than 50 years of dance from Pilobolus.

Connecting Arkansans with overdose education resources, a book club for Swifties 05.03.2024

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 the power and politics that can be involved in fashion and the intersection of song lyrics and classic literature.

The future of in vitro fertilization in Arkansas, honoring women who led TV newsrooms 04.03.2024

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 a law professor and a former legislator. Plus, the challenges that faced women in the TV newsroom.

'Cambodian Rock Band,' funding the future for Latino students 01.03.2024

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 scholarships for Latino students in Arkansas. Plus, talking business and politics with Michael Tilley, looking forward to the weekend with Becca Martin Brown, and discussing "Dune: Part Two" with Courtney Lanning.

Leap Day 2024: counting birds, birthdays 29.02.2024

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 years. Plus, a farewell from the chief.

Award-winning sustainable textiles, animal-assisted therapy 29.02.2024

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 primary is coming up. Do we put enough emphasis on the importance of this election? Plus, connecting service dogs with children living with autism.

Providing resources to those struggling with addiction, learning more about primary elections 27.02.2024

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 a sitting U.S. Senator.

Hogs look toward space, remembering other forms of broadcast news 26.02.2024

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.

Art as a pathway toward healing, behind the scenes of Fayetteville's Restaurant Week 23.02.2024

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 Arkansas stage. Also, what happens in the kitchen for a special restaurant week?

Communities react to rise in deportations, Sondheim at the Walton Arts Center 22.02.2024

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 singing Sondheim on stage. Plus, a night of EDM at the Momentary.

Possible outsourcing at the University of Arkansas, Upskill NWA 21.02.2024

On today's show, the University of Arkansas is considering outsourcing groundskeeping and custodial work- It’s left staff members worried about their future. Also, Upskill NWA provides tuition, books and more for qualifying residents seeking a career in healthcare. Plus, an excerpt of the latest episode of The Transgender Experience in Arkansas.

A local library's million-dollar expansion, Ozarkan folk magic 20.02.2024

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 influencer.

A dynamic path for Name, Image and Likeness deals for athletes, Ed Bethune 19.02.2024

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 Republican Arkansas Congressman long before the GOP controlled the state. Plus, Tiny Desk Arkansas interviews.

The Menstrual Equity Panel, enduring effects Gothic architecture 16.02.2024

On today's show, real conversation about period products. Also, the breadth of Gothic. Plus, SONA defies expectations.

Two NWA teachers' 'polarizing' trip, a witch's role in 2024 15.02.2024

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 Arkansas’ Supreme Court Chief Justice. Plus, the play "Witch" uses the 17th century to comment on the 21st.

A dam removal, touching base on Fayetteville's Black Historic District 14.02.2024

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 happen at the University of Wonder and Imagination?

Analyzing climate change in the wake of an icy January, the 'Big Gay Market' 13.02.2024

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 Market is planning their Spring Awakening.

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