Randy Dixon
Ozarks at Large contributor-
Randy Dixon of the Pryor Center revisits Lou Holtz's Razorback era, from the 1978 Orange Bowl upset to his 1983 departure, drawing on KATV archival footage.
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On today's show, we tour a new exhibit at Crystal Bridges that recognizes the nuanced history of 250 years of America. Plus, we hear about a new play inspired by Dickson Street Bookshop hitting the stage and coming together in a different kind of way. Plus, a rundown of this week’s headlines from the River Valley with Michael Tilley of Talk Business and Politics.
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Randy Dixon of the Pryor Center and Kyle Kellams look back at how KATV Channel 7 covered Operation Desert Storm, from the air war to the ground offensive, through the eyes of Arkansans.
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On today's show, we hear about a new report that shows that more than seven in 10 teachers nationwide are working an additional job. Plus, the Pryor Center archives take us back to the beginning of another armed conflict in the Middle East. We also learn about a new monthly happy hour at The Momentary, designed to build queer community.
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Randy Dixon of the Pryor Center joins Kyle Kellams to trace Jesse Jackson's decades of ties to Arkansas, from civil rights rallies to the Clinton years and beyond.
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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.
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In 1987, Mary Steenburgen produced End of the Line, a film set in a small Arkansas railroad town. Randy Dixon of the Pryor Center revisits the movie and the star's surprising second act as a songwriter.
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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.
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Gen. Wesley Clark discusses his decorated military service, forced retirement from NATO, transition to investment banking and becoming a trusted voice as a CNN analyst after 9/11.
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On today's show, we get a closer examination of Branson’s ethos. We also learn about an annual event that offers free formal wear for upcoming proms and continues to grow. Plus, a new edition of Sound Perimeter and a trip to the Pryor Center archives.