Movies

This week’s collection of Pryor Center archives surveys the career of Arkansas-born Billy Bob Thornton.

Kyle Kellams and film critic Courtney Lanning discuss Marvel's newest film "Captain America: Brave New World" and see how it compares to MCU films of the past.

Kyle Kellams and film critic Courtney Lanning discuss the new sci-fi romance "Love Me" starring Steven Yeun and Kristen Stewart.

A renewed effort to ignite civic discussion and engagement is underway. On today's show, we hear about Last night’s listening session on the University of Arkansas campus. Also, a new northwest Arkansas voice of guidance is listening to your questions, and we have some inquiries for her. Plus, the news with Michael Tilley, the happenings with April Wallace and the movies with Courtney Lanning.

Becca Martin-Brown returns to discuss modern events with a deeper history with Ozarks at Large's Kyle Kellams. This week, they speak with Julia Borkowski of JB Talent Konnections about northwest Arkansas' burgeoning film industry and what she's been working on these past few months.

A new presidential administration means changes for Canopy NWA, a non-profit refugee settlement organization. On today's show, we hear how they're reassessing resettlement. Also, our host, Kyle Kellams, discusses a new report about dynamic metro areas with Heartland Forward. Plus, merging the natural world with music, a beloved bird-watching spot will rise from the ashes and more.

Some Arkansas filmmakers will see their movies on the big screen during the inaugural LeapFest. The event, hosted by Leaping Dog Productions, will take place at Malco Razorback Cinema Grille and IMAX this Saturday. Ozarks at Large’s Jack Travis contacted Leaping Dog founder and event organizer Brett Helms to discuss LeapFest and why it’s not your typical film festival.

A new report indicates Medicaid is an important part of life for some Arkansans. On today's show, we hear more about a Georgetown University study that finds Medicaid playing a role in the lives of about half of the children residing in rural Arkansas communities. Also, KASU in Jonesboro reports on bird flu in the Natural State. Plus, advice on how to start a podcast.

On today's show, we hear about the thousands of pieces that make up The Heart Project at the Fayetteville Public Library. Also, Michael Tilley from Talk Business and Politics tells us about Fort Smith getting nearly $25 million for trails. Plus, April Wallace shares a paranormal weekend in Eureka Springs and the music of the Temptations on stage.

Cameron Diaz is back on-screen for the first time in over a decade, and she hasn’t lost a single step.