Todd Price

A U of A political scientist traces how 19th century students, not empires, spread the game across Europe and the Americas, turning it into modern soccer.

On today's show, we learn that Arkansas continues to face gaps in rural medical access, and the new statewide Graduate Medical Education Technical Assistance Center at the Heartland Whole Health Institute is expected to help narrow them. We’re also following the men’s World Cup, so we track how the global game has evolved. Plus, we explore a new space at XNA.

Thomas Adam, professor of political science, explains how soccer became a global game in the late 19th century.

Padma Viswanathan, who teaches in the UofA MFA in Creative Writing and Translation, discusses her shortlisted translation of Ana Paula Maia's Brazilian novella "On Earth As It Is Beneath."

Writer and translator Padma Viswanathan explores how language, limitation and creativity shape the art of translating fiction.

Rosie Perez, a PhD student in the University of Arkansas Heat and Hydration Optimization Lab, discusses heat stroke treatment and staying safe in summer heat.

On today's show, we recognize that warmer weather is here and warmer temperatures are yet to come. But how can the heat affect us? We also consider which plants are best for your garden with Master Gardeners. Plus, we hear from Talk Business & Politics' Michael Tilley on a dormant prison project and flying pigs… sort of.

Rosie Perez, a Ph.D. student in the Heat and Hydration Optimization Lab, discusses her research on tactical athletes and staying hydrated.

On today's show, we hear about a new report that shows that Arkansas’ investment in K-12 public education is significantly below the national average. Plus, we explore the unpredictable future of sports. We've also got a weekly rundown of the latest news from the River Valley with Michael Tilley of Talk Business & Politics.

Chemical enginerr Will Richardson talks about the promise and pitfalls of artificial intelligence in health care.