The story of Pope Leo XIV — Kwema seeks to reduce workplace violence

By Kyle Kellams,

Matthew Moore, April Wallace

Published October 6, 2026 at 3:07 PM CDT

On today's show, we hear about a new book from two NPR reporters that details the story of Robert Prevost’s journey to becoming Pope Leo XIV. Plus, we learn a new Bentonville-based product can help people feel safe at work. We also get pop culture recommendations from April Wallace.

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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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April Wallace

April Wallace is the features editor for the Northwest Arkansas Democrat Gazette and a weekly contributor to Ozarks at Large.

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