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Empowering women in cycling with 'Rosie Up,' still more to learn from Mr. Rogers

By Emerson Alexander,

Jacqueline Froelich, Kyle Kellams, Matthew Moore, Sophia Nourani, Jack Travis

Published March 6, 2024 at 2:18 PM CST

On today's show, a new business aims to create a supportive and safe environment for female cyclists. Also, what Fred Rogers can still teach us about learning. Plus, more than 50 years of dance from Pilobolus.

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Emerson Alexander

Emerson Alexander is the coordinator of KUAF's Listening Lab.

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Jacqueline Froelich

Jacqueline Froelich is an investigative reporter and news producer for Ozarks at Large.

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Kyle Kellams

Kyle Kellams is KUAF's news director and host of Ozarks at Large.

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Matthew Moore

Matthew Moore is senior producer for Ozarks at Large.

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Sophia Nourani

Sophia Nourani is a KUAF producer and reporter.

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Jack Travis

Jack Travis is a reporter for Ozarks at Large.

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