Speaking of Arkansas
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What's the future of the Clinton House Museum in Fayetteville?
Speaking of Arkansas
06/17/22 • 28 min
The house is owned by the University of Arkansas, which also owns a number of other older houses in the area adjacent to the UA campus. The university leases the home to the board of directors of the Clinton House Museum, which is working to ensure the property's future as a stop on the so-called "Billgramage" is preserved. In this episode of Speaking of Arkansas, that board's president, former UA professor Stephen Smith, discusses the museum's future, the house's place in political history and the efforts to build an endowment to fund operation of the small museum.
For additional information, visit clintonhousemuseum.org. The museum at 930 W. Clinton Drive is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thursday through Saturday.
William Harris Interview
Speaking of Arkansas
10/21/20 • 40 min
William Harris, who lists a variety of past jobs before moving to Fayetteville and working as an author, is running for the mayor of Fayetteville. In 2016, he ran for Washington County constable in District 2. The mayor’s race also includes candidates Ron Baucom, Lioneld Jordan and Tom Terminella. Baucom did not respond to requests for an interview.
Jon Comstock Interview
Speaking of Arkansas
10/14/20 • 40 min
Jon Comstock of Rogers is a Democratic candidate for District 96 of the Arkansas House of Representatives in the Nov. 3, 2020, general election. Comstock is an attorney and mediator who previously served as legal counsel to Walmart Stores Inc. He served an appointed term as a circuit court judge in the 19th Judicial District West. District 96 was formerly served by Rep. Grant Hodges, who stepped down earlier this year and did not seek re-election. Comstock faces Republican Josh Bryant for the District 96 post.
Lou Reed Sharp Interview
Speaking of Arkansas
10/13/20 • 30 min
Lou Reed Sharp of Washington County near Tontitown is a Democratic candidate for District 80 in the Arkansas House of Representatives. Sharp is a retired nurse who co-founded the Circle of Life Hospice in Springdale. Sharp faces Republican incumbent Charlene Fite of Van Buren.
Charting a path for arts in Fayetteville with Joanna Bell
Speaking of Arkansas
09/06/22 • 36 min
On this episode of Speaking of Arkansas, Joanna Bell discusses her new role as the city of Fayetteville's arts and culture director as well as The Ramble, the city's voter-approved cultural arts corridor project. Join host Greg Harton, editorial page editor of the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, as they discuss charting a path for promoting and producing the arts in Fayetteville.
Climate change and Fayetteville's response: Will all cities need to prepare for "climate resiliency?"
Speaking of Arkansas
12/22/21 • 29 min
An Argument Against Washington County Jail Expansion
Speaking of Arkansas
10/05/22 • 46 min
Voters in Benton and Washington counties will be asked on Nov. 8 to support new taxes to pay for jail expansions.
This episode of the Speaking of Arkansas podcast features Sarah Moore, executive director of the Arkansas Justice Reform Coalition, and Mac Mayfield, a board member of the coalition and a leader of a new group called Neighbors Against New Taxation. They oppose jail expansions in both counties, advocating instead for judicial system reforms they say can hold people accountable while also addressing the root causes of their involvement in the judicial system.
To listen to an argument for the Washington County jail expansion, visit: nwaonline.com/105forjail/
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An Argument For Washington County Jail Expansion
Speaking of Arkansas
10/05/22 • 49 min
Voters in Benton and Washington counties will be asked on Nov. 8 to support new taxes to pay for jail expansions.
In this episode of the Speaking of Arkansas podcast, Washington County Sheriff Tim Helder and Chief Deputy Jay Cantrell, who becomes the sheriff in January, discuss the expansion proposal in Washington County.
To listen to an argument against jail expansion in Washington and Benton Counties, visit: https://www.nwaonline.com/105againstjail/
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Gov. Asa Hutchinson on his final months in office
Speaking of Arkansas
03/16/22 • 46 min
Archeology in Arkansas and threats to historical preservation
Speaking of Arkansas
03/08/24 • 45 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does Speaking of Arkansas have?
Speaking of Arkansas currently has 29 episodes available.
What topics does Speaking of Arkansas cover?
The podcast is about News, News Commentary, Podcasts and Politics.
What is the most popular episode on Speaking of Arkansas?
The episode title 'Civic love in Eureka Springs' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Speaking of Arkansas?
The average episode length on Speaking of Arkansas is 37 minutes.
How often are episodes of Speaking of Arkansas released?
Episodes of Speaking of Arkansas are typically released every 13 days, 1 hour.
When was the first episode of Speaking of Arkansas?
The first episode of Speaking of Arkansas was released on Oct 13, 2020.
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