Ozarks at Large

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Ozarks at Large episodes

April 30, 2025 Exploring possible additions to the Arkansas Constitution — The history of conception
At least three constitutional amendments will appear on the 2026 ballot for Arkansas voters. On today's show, we dig into some of the research on those revisions. Isabel Davis will also discuss her book, ”Conceiving History,” which explores the long history of trying to become pregnant. Plus, reporter Sophia Nourani and KUAF's Wai-Kay Carenbauer suggest live music shows around the region.
55 min
April 29, 2025 One teacher's remarkable summer plans — Fayetteville celebrates an Amazing Tree
Matt Holden’s “what I did this summer” essay for 2025 should be interesting. On today's show, we hear that the Fayetteville teacher’s summer will include trips into the Pacific Ocean and to Africa. This summer also means the inaugural Ozark Music Festival all around northwest Arkansas, so we'll provide a glimpse of what's to come. Also, the city of Fayetteville named this year's Amazing Tree, but what makes it so special?
55 min
April 28, 2025 Honoring 50 years of Vietnamese culture, experiences in Fort Smith
This week marks 50 years since the fall of Saigon. On today's show, we'll hear about refugees from the Vietnam War who made their way to the U.S. through Fort Chaffee. And while the war in Vietnam was half a world away, the impact was felt locally, as we hear in archival recordings of war protests from the Pryor Center.
55 min
April 25, 2025 Food banks struggle amid funding shortfall — Free speech on Arkansas universities
Food banks play a crucial role in efforts to alleviate food insecurity nationwide. On today's show, we discuss the importance of food banks in 2025. Also, today, TheatreSquared is staging a world premiere. Plus, an appreciation of volunteers for National Volunteer Month.
55 min
April 24, 2025 Researching trends in autism diagnoses — A gathering for higher education
A 2022 University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences study identified one in 34 Arkansas eight-year-olds as being on the autism spectrum. On today's show, Ozarks at Large's Matthew Moore speaks with a researcher behind the project. Also today, a project to help Arkansas’ state butterfly survive and thrive. Plus, Northwest Arkansas Community College is staging its spring musical and joining with other colleges to consider higher education in the state.
55 min
April 23, 2025 Considering journalism — Jim Self talks creating music for the screen
On today's show, Chuck Todd, former host of "Meet the Press," says many news consumers are missing a vital source of information. Additionally, you may think you haven’t heard Jim Self play music, but you have. Plus, Becca Martin Brown returns to go "The Other Way."
55 min
April 22, 2025 Managing wastewater in an expanding region — UCA's fast-paced strategy
On today's show, we hear about a group of leaders and experts gathering this week to discuss wastewater solutions for a growing region. Also, University of Central Arkansas President Houston Davis joins us to discuss the university's northwest Arkansas blitz. Plus, software engineer Karen Kilroy joins Ozarks at Large's Jack Travis to discuss the results of the No-Code Hackathon.
55 min
April 21, 2025 Post-2025 General Assembly reflection — 'The Evil of Banality'
On today's show, we discuss the Arkansas Legislature's adjournment and how Gov. Sanders’ wish list is nearly complete. Also, Elizabeth Minnich talks about her book “The Evil of Banality." Plus, we celebrate the 150th edition of Sound Perimeter with Lia Uribe.
55 min
April 18, 2025 Math Day 2025 — Onyx preps for a shifting global economy
On today's show, a day devoted to math discovery is open to everyone for the second year in a row. Also, the economic squeeze is on local coffee entrepreneurs. Plus, Michael Tilley returns with headlines from the River Valley.
55 min
April 17, 2025 Planning for regional growth — 3D-printed food
On today's show, we hear about the Northwest Arkansas Council's strategy for regional growth. We also learn more about 3D-printed food in a new segment of "Balance." Additionally, our reporter, Jack Travis, shares some Earth Day activities for your family.
55 min