Ozarks at Large

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Ozarks at Large episodes

March 05 The impact of student housing — Rising from the bottom on maternal health
On today's show, we continue the conversation about student housing in Fayetteville as the University of Arkansas’ enrollment passes 34,000 students. Plus, we learn that recent CDC data shows Arkansas is one of six states where prenatal care is improving, although the state still ranks in the bottom ten. We also hear about new festivals in the Upper Ramble.
55 min
March 04 2026 primary election results — AI meets healthcare
On today's show, we examine election results and what that means for future politics. Plus, we learn how to prepare for the best outcomes for the integration of AI into healthcare. We also go The Other Way with Becca Martin Brown.

55 min
March 03 Dropping enrollment in Arkansas schools — Third grade literacy
On today's show, we hear that public school enrollment in Arkansas is at a 20-year low, and some educational leaders say economic pressures and the state voucher program are playing a role. We also investigate another critical aspect of the LEARNS Act: third-grade reading proficiency in Arkansas. Plus, we visit with Fayetteville High School's Bulldog Buddies.
55 min
March 02 Two decades of public service — Primary elections 2026
On today's show, we hear about The Clinton School of Public Service's 20 years of impact. We also examine the close ties between the Reverend Jesse Jackson and Arkansas. Plus, we learn more about primary elections on the final day of early voting.
55 min
February 27 Maternal healthcare at UAFS — 'Cope Field' explores baseball, pressure
On today's show, we learn that $15 million in federal funding is headed to the University of Arkansas Fort Smith to build a new Center for Mother and Infant Healthcare. We also speak with an author and sports reporter about his new young adult novel about the son of a former major league baseball player. Plus, our weekly roundup of the news in the River Valley with Michael Tilley of Talk Business & Politics.
55 min
February 26 Community news takes new form — Ask a Master Gardener
On today's show, we learn about a local newsletter that aims to engage and empower its residents. We also explore how much a nation’s past can influence its commerce. Plus, a new segment with a local Master Gardener.
55 min
February 25 Sports betting in Arkansas — Protecting refugees
On today's show, we hear about a new directive on refugees in the United States that is raising concerns among local resettlement agencies. We also learn that two major sports betting apps are applying to operate in Arkansas. Plus, we get to preview the third Arkansas Math Discovery Day.
55 min
February 24 Little Rock doula program expands after first year — Scientists study fossils in NWA, connection to sharks
On today's show, we hear about how scientists are studying a deposit of shale in northwest Arkansas to learn about sharks and their ancestors, and a Little Rock-based program training doulas enters its second year.
55 min
February 23 A historic LGBTQ+ group returns — 'End of the Line' revisited
On today's show, we learn about a group that aims to build more queer community on the University of Arkansas campus, 50 years ago and today. Plus, we also remember a nearly 40-year-old movie made in Arkansas with a now-familiar cast. Plus, we dive into classical music on a new edition of Sound Perimeter.
55 min
February 20 Fayetteville author Cindy Quayle on new novel — Grant helps support rural Arkansas teachers
On today's show, Fayetteville author Cindy Quayle discusses her new novel, and a five million dollar grant to help place Arkansas teachers in rural and high poverty districts.
55 min