Talk Of The Rock

Talking with Travis and Vicky from Arkansas Service Paws, a non-profit group in Beebe that specialize in training service dogs and teaching Veterans and First Responders suffering from PTSD how to train their own dogs for service. If you are a Veteran or First Responder who has been diagnosed and have been recommended for a service dog, or if you would like to volunteer or donate, you can find inf...

Talking with Craig Cloud, CEO of Friendship Community Care, about their program to help people with disabilities across the state, as well as discuss their upcoming A Night Under The Mistletoe fundraiser and auction that's coming up on December 7th! If you would like to find out more or make reservations for the event, visit https://fccare.org/news-and-events/ or email heplerr@fccare.org Have a to...

Talking with Holly Heer, Development Coordinator for Cooper-Anthony Mercy Child Advocacy Center (CAMCAC), about the Miracle on McAuley Court and the program they have set up for families in need this holiday season. Donations are being accepted now to provide a holiday meal as well as presents for the children, and you can help these families at https://www.facebook.com/CAMCAC/ Have a topic, organ...

Talking with Arkansas artist Bonnie Montgomery about the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra's upcoming Arkansas Talent singing competition on November 18th with the chance for some talented Arkansans to win their way on stage to sing with the ASO! Details available at https://facebook.com/arkansassymphony Have a topic, organization, or community event to discuss on the show? Email DJTaylor@iheartmedia.co...

Talking with Peggy McCall from Miracle League about their upcoming Double Header fund raiser on November 30th at the Venue at Oakdale featuring Ben Broussard! He will be sharing stories from his MLB days, plus there will be live music from Ben and his daughter! There will also be a live and silent auction, and lots of great food and beverages! Find out all the details at MiracleLeagueAR.com Have a...

Talking with Chris Beckwith, Engineering and Robotics teacher at East End Middle School, along with students Kaden and Skyla, about their recent trip to the World Finals, the newly formed Robotics class at the school, as well as the upcoming season and the new YouTube channel they've started: https://www.youtube.com/@eastendvexperts

Talking with DeAnn Thomas, Communications Director, and Dr. Ghandi from Saline Memorial about the importance of breast screening, self-examination, and what to watch out for. We also talk about the upcoming Bosom Buddies Bash on October 24th at Saline Memorial that will feature snacks, pampering, and a chance to schedule or receive your annual mammogram. www.salinememorial.org Have a topic, organi...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and in observance of that, we talk with Dr. Rachel Taylor from The Breast Center at UAMS about self examination, annual screenings, warning signs, and treatment. We also discuss the new screening methods available as well as the UAMS MammoVan mobile mammography unit that travels to more rural areas of Arkansas to offer easier access for scans and exams. Vis...

Talking with Joy Matlock at the Little Rock Zoo about their Howl-O-Ween events coming up every Saturday in October, their Glo Wild event for the fall and winter, plus a special Breakfast With Santa coming up in December! For details on these events or to find out about getting tickets for any of these events, visit https://www.littlerockzoo.com/ Have a topic, organization, or community event to di...

Talking with Allie Mounger, Executive Director of C.A.R.E. For Animals about their organization as well as their upcoming "Paws On The Runway" event on October 5th! Details at https://www.careforanimals.org/ Have a topic, organization, or community event to discuss on the show? Email DJTaylor@iheartmedia.com with your contact information and details!

Talking with Tameka Lee from the Central Arkansas Library System about their annual Six Bridges Book Festival that starts on September 25th and the opportunity to meet lots of your favorite authors as well as get help on writing a book, cooking demonstrations, Q&A sessions, and a kids festival set to take place on September 30th! Get tickets and reservations at https://cals.org/six-bridges-boo...

Jamie Fuell calls in to talk with DJ Taylor about the upcoming Sherwood Fest happening on September 30th at the Sherwood Sports Complex. There will be fun for the family with Arkansas Circus Arts, plus crafts, carnival rides and more! https://www.cityofsherwood.net/382/Sherwood-Fest Have a topic, organization, or community event to discuss on the show? Email DJTaylor@iheartmedia.com with your cont...

Coming up on October 1, 2023, there will be a fashion show at the Center for Humanities and Arts in North Little Rock to benefit The Alex Foundation and their mission to share architecture in area schools. Talking with Angela from the Alex Foundation and Jeremiah from Rogue Architecture about the event, the modeling, and about the future of architecture in Arkansas! Find out more and purchase tick...

Talking with John Thomas, director of the Arkansas 4H Foundation, about the upcoming 4H programs for fall as well as the upcoming Dinner at the Vines event that will include dinner, beverages, live music, silent and online auctions, and lots of fun! Reserve your seats or tables now at https://www.arkansas4hfoundation.org/dinner-at-the-vines.aspx Have a topic, organization, or community event to di...

Talking with Brady Lacy from the American Heart Association about the importance of "Knowing Your Numbers" and keeping an eye on your blood pressure, BMI, blood sugar, and cholesterol so you can maintain heart health. Find out more about your numbers, and some great recipes, at www.aha.org Have a topic, organization, or community event to discuss on the show? Email DJTaylor@iheartmedia.com with yo...

Talking with Kevin Newsom from the North Little Rock Public Libraries and Tameka Lee with the Central Arkansas Library Systems about Library Card Sign Up Month, all the great local businesses offering discounts to library card holders, and the upcoming Rock Paper Run 5k! More details on how to register for the run or for the Cool Down Party at https://cals.org/blog/rock-paper-run-5k Have a topic,...

Talking with Bradley Bohannon from Greenway Equipment about their Gator Giveaway and their fight against food insecurity with the Arkansas Food Bank, as well as the School Backpack Program that helps over 3,000 students in need across Arkansas and how you can help make a difference. www.gogreenway.com/donate Have an event or topic to discuss on the show? Email djtaylor@iheartmedia.com with your in...

On this episode, we talk with Hannah from P.A.T.H. about the new movie Sounds Of Freedom and how realistic it is when talking about human trafficking. We also discuss how you can help prevent human trafficking and abuse in your community as well as how to get the help you need if you or someone you know has suffered abuse. www.pathsaves.org Have an event or topic to discuss on the program? Email d...

Talking with Deyonka Hickey from Feed The Vets Food Pantry about their mission to help Veterans fight food insecurity and about the urgent need from the Food Pantry for a new location in Central Arkansas after finding out the building they use is being foreclosed. For more information on how to volunteer time, make a donation, or if you know about a building that may be available, please visit the...

Talking with Josh Harris of Well Fed Arkansas and the new Produce Prescription program starting with UAMS as well as talking about how you can join in the fight against food insecurity and nutritional insecurity in Arkansas! Have a topic, organization, or community event to discuss on the show? Email DJTaylor@iheartmedia.com with your contact information and details!

Talking with Major Bill Mockabee and Barbara Scott, Director of Development for the Salvation Army, about the continuing tornado relief in Little Rock and across Arkansas, plus details on how to join the next Emergency Disaster Services that's coming up on June 17th. We also discuss how others can donate and volunteer to help in the community. Have a topic, organization, or community event to disc...

Talking with Camie Powell, Director of Marketing for Special Olympics of Arkansas, and with Tony Phillips, owner of Stronger Together Fitness, about Special Olympics and the upcoming SO-ROW fundraising event on July 15th at the New Life Church Student Builiding in North Little Rock. There will be 4 categories, plus awards for team spirit, and lots of fun for everyone while raising money to support...

Sitting down for a chat with Peggy McCall from Miracle League of Arkansas about their mission and about their upcoming Miracle League Burger Competition in the Heights coming up on June 11th. Chefs, food trucks, and home cooks will be competing for bragging rights plus a Golden Ticket chance to compete in the World Finals! And everyone is welcome to come out and try food from all of these talented...

Talking with Josh Dunham from AR Connect Now about Mental Health Month and the many different ways that they can help anyone in need; whether it's someone to talk to about depression, addiction, or about family issues and financial struggles. AR Connect Now works to help those in need and put them in touch with agencies in their area that can assist them. If you need someone to talk to now, you ca...

Talking with Maret Cahill Wicks with Arvest Bank about the 13th Annual Million Meals campaign to raise money for the Arkansas Food Bank to help victims of the March 31st tornadoes as well as helping those facing food insecurity here in the Natural State, as well as details on how you can help in the fight against hunger. More details and online donations possible at www.arvest.com/millionmeals Hav...