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What happens when a legislative seat is vacant — Poetry about home conflict while abroad

By Roby Brock,

Daniel Caruth, Andreah Gratol, Matthew Moore, Jack Travis

Published October 16, 2025 at 4:33 PM CDT

On today's show, we analyze two vacancy elections in the Arkansas Legislature. Additionally, we learn about creating art while being a parent and witnessing your home country at war. Plus, the latest Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Report.

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Roby Brock

Roby Brock is the Editor-in-Chief and Host of Talk Business & Politics.

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Daniel Caruth

Daniel Caruth is KUAF's Morning Edition host and reporter for Ozarks at Large.

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Andreah Gratol

Andreah Gratol is a student reporter studying journalism at the University of Arkansas.

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Matthew Moore

Matthew Moore is senior producer for Ozarks at Large.

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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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