Talk Business & Politics
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Talk Business & Politics is a multi-media news organization focusing on Arkansas news and information. Content is driven by Roby Brock, who has interviewed more than 2,000 business and political leaders. Brock is the host of Talk Business & Politics which airs Sunday mornings at 9 am on KATV Channel 7. He also moderates a radio program which airs on NPR affiliates statewide. Supporting staff, contributors, and content partners represent the most knowledgeable and experienced in their fields. Learn more at talkbusiness.net.
News
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Ben Noble of Riceland Foods joins Roby Brock to discuss Farm Bill delays, rising costs, and the urgent need for policy updates to support U.S. farmers. -
Arkansas AG Tim Griffin discusses nitrogen gas executions, legal issues with sports raffles, and his role in implementing state law. -
Rep. Bruce Westerman discusses federal parks in Arkansas, federal cuts, and the Presidential address to a joint session of Congress. -
Roby Brock and John Brummett cover recent Arkansas Supreme Court disputes, a food sales tax proposal, and Medicaid funding changes. -
Hybar Steel invests $500,000 in Mississippi County's 'Work Here, Live Here' housing program, aiding employees in purchasing homes and enhancing local community growth. -
Dr. Kent Kovacs of UALR receives a $745,594 NSF grant to study how farmers' risk preferences influence irrigation decisions during droughts in groundwater-dependent systems. -
Join Arkansas musicians Erin Enderlin, Cliff & Susan, Adam Hambrick, and Sofie Smithson at the Arkansas Roots Music Festival on April 12 at Johnny Cash's boyhood home. -
Rep. Bruce Westerman discusses the President's joint congressional address' positive implications for Arkansas industries, addresses federal park layoffs, and comments on tariff impacts. -
Arkansas Senate President Bart Hester asserts that $825 million is adequate for a new state prison and anticipates Medicaid policy developments this week. -
Senator Bart Hester discusses grocery tax repeal, power generation debates, and looming Medicaid funding issues facing Arkansas lawmakers.
Talk Business on KASU
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Congressman Steve Womack discusses federal spending cuts, government efficiency, and the Ukraine-Russia conflict. -
Annabeth Gorman discusses maternal health wins, childcare tax credits, and the impact of Senate Bill 3 on women's programs in Arkansas. -
John Brummett and Rep. Jeff Wardlaw discuss Arkansas legislative debates on higher education, Medicaid funding, and execution policy with Roby Brock. -
Rep. Keith Brooks discusses Hoops for Kids' Sake charity basketball and key Arkansas education reforms on Talk Business and Politics. -
Flywheel Energy's David Howald discusses Fayetteville Shale plans, focusing on asset consolidation, efficiency, well restoration, and a $25-30M investment. -
John Brummett discusses Trump's DOJ cuts, $5K checks, leadership style, and Putin alliance on Talk Business and Politics with Roby Brock. -
Dennis Milligan discusses Arkansas' unclaimed property efforts, Senate Bill 14, and how residents can claim funds through ClaimItAR.gov on Talk Business. -
Buddy Hasten discusses energy policy shifts, infrastructure upgrades, and the coal-to-gas transition on Talk Business and Politics. -
Roby Brock and Rex Nelson reflect on Jim Guy Tucker’s legacy, his political impact, and the controversies that shaped his career. -
John Brummett discusses Elon Musk's role in Trump's federal reorganization, raising concerns over foreign aid cuts, constitutional issues, and power balance.
Roby Brock is the Editor-in-Chief and Host of Talk Business & Politics.