Raven Cook
Contributing ReporterReflections 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.
You can learn more about Raven and the segments you hear on the Foundations: Black History Education Programming facebook page.
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In this edition of Reflections In Black, host Raven Cook explores the life and impact of ground-breaking fashion model Beverly Johnson. -
On today's show, the Botanical Garden of the Ozarks plans to use a new grant to feed even more of their neighbors. Plus, a two-day free clinic to help patients with dental needs. And a northwest Arkansas mayor discovers his colleagues from around the country have similar concerns. -
In this edition of "Reflections In Black", host Raven Cook discusses Judith Jamison who is an American dancer and choreographer.
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On today's show: Three weeks, two University of Arkansas students, and one box of mystery materials all made from soybeans. Also, Election Day for the March primary is coming up. Do we put enough emphasis on the importance of this election? Plus, connecting service dogs with children living with autism.
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In this edition of "Reflections In Black", host Raven Cook discusses Dr. Carter G. Woodson, who is known as the father of Black history.
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On today's show, an old dam is being renovated to be a new aquatic nature preserve. Also, progress on a Black Historic District in Fayetteville. Plus, what can happen at the University of Wonder and Imagination?
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In this edition of Reflections In Black, Raven Cook discusses Zora Neale Hurston, an American author, anthropologist and filmmaker.
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On today's show, a web of confusion around getting federal aid for college. Plus, Kiley Reid’s new novel, “Come and Get It” is set in Fayetteville. Also, a series of live "Undisciplined" podcast events focus on education.
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Raven Cook is back with new episodes of "Reflections in Black." She starts off the new year reflecting on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "Strength to Love" and addresses the fear that the future may bring.
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On today's show, the Northwest Arkansas Land Trust and their work to protect 10,000 acres of land. Also, Griffin Loop wants you to come to his art without preconceived ideas. Plus, Ryan Rogers’ degrees in physics and theoretical chemistry don’t tell his whole story.
