Ozarks At Large

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Monday, August 12, 2013
Ahead on this edition of Ozarks: the musical instruments that could only be made Ed Stilley. He created his guitars, mandolins and fiddles by hand…and used springs, saw blades and Dixie cups to construct them. We'll hear about a new exhibit of his instruments opening soon at Walton Arts Center and we'll hear a new song written about him, played on two of the instruments he made. Plus crystal Bridges Museum of American Art prepares for the one millionth visit and an update on an ambitious effort by the Old Fort Homeless Coalition.
Roby Brock from our content partner www.talkbusiness.net visits possibly the most energy-efficient home in the state.
Dr. Rosilee Walker Russel of UA-Fort Smith Academy of the Arts has details on what’s coming up in the final few weeks of the fall.
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Bird authority Joe Neal says a strange call heard in both neighborhoods and woods emanates from a tiny feathered thing. Photo: Screech Owl by Joe Neal
“Owls” by Leo Kottke
Our history expert Dr. Bill Smith talks about New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s repeated refusal to run for president in 2012, and flip-flop politics.
“Tequila” by The Champs