We continue our suggested reading series on "Reflections in Black" with selections from Toni Morrison's The Origin of Others. This segment originally aired on July 8, 2020.
Reflections in Black is a weekly segment on Ozarks at Large, hosted by Raven Cook. Reflections in Black is dedicated to exploring the legacy of Black Americans, both in the United States and around the globe, by providing resources for understanding and hope for all people.
Historian Jared Phillips draws on Vance Randolph’s collections for stories of Ozark water witchers, yarb doctors, Bible magic, a phantom black hog and the ghost of Dead Man’s Pond.
Hot Springs Poetry Festival co-founder Samm Binns talks about this year’s book fair, a living map of Arkansas poets, a zine of first-time writers and making poetry accessible to everyone.
The Quiver Archery Range in Bentonville hosts pumpkin shooting days this weekend, with a costume contest, candy and a beginner-friendly setup for anyone curious about archery.