Ozarks at Large

Dire circumstances for rice farmers — Dylan Earl visits KUAF

By Wai-Kay Carenbauer,

Kyle Kellams, Little Rock Public Radio, Sophia Nourani, Jack Travis

Published September 30, 2025 at 2:53 PM CDT

On today's show, we hear from an agricultural economist about how global economics are affecting rice farmers in Arkansas. Also today, Dylan Earl stops by KUAF to talk about his new music. Plus, a rundown of the live music coming up in the region.

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Wai-Kay Carenbauer

Wai-Kay Carenbauer is the Technical Director at KUAF and records KUAF's Live Sessions.

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Kyle Kellams

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

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Little Rock Public Radio

Little Rock Public Radio (KUAR 89.1 FM) is a public radio station in Little Rock, Arkansas. It is a network affiliate of National Public Radio (NPR) and is licensed to the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.

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Sophia Nourani

Sophia Nourani is a producer and reporter. She is a graduate from the University of Arkansas with a BA in journalism and political science. Sophia was raised in San Antonio, Texas.

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Jack Travis

Jack Travis is KUAF's digital content manager and a reporter for Ozarks at Large.

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