Talk Business & Politics
Mondays & Fridays, 6:51am; Wednesdays 5:20pm
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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Rep. Vought and Sen. Murdoch discuss Arkansas allocating $60M for health and special education and addresses Department of Corrections issues with new appointments.
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Scott Hamilton, and Sherman Tate discuss key issues in Arkansas: a historic protest, the LEARNS Act's impact, and mental health initiatives.
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Roby Brock tackles Arkansas's worsened childcare crisis, discussing solutions with Randy Zook and Angela Duran to boost facilities and economic growth.
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Chris Jones from the Vortex Group, and Bill Vickery from Capital Advisors Group discuss recent developments within the House, focusing on failed impeachment of Homeland Secretary Mayorkas and struggles to find a new speaker.
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Former State Senator Eddie Joe Williams, who was recently tabbed for an interim post with the Board of Corrections, has resigned.
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In the State House District 32 GOP nomination race, Rep. Jack Ladyman and former Rep. Brandt Smith debated policies like the LEARNS Act and FOIA laws.
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Arkansas Treasurer of State Mark Lowery died Wednesday (July 26) at the age of 66 the day after announcing his pending resignation from office following two debilitating strokes.
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The Arkansas Supreme Court on Thursday (June 15) lifted a temporary restraining order (TRO) of the LEARNS Act, which was imposed by a lower court judge in late May.
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Several Arkansas libraries and library associations are suing Crawford County officials and state prosecuting attorneys in an effort to overturn Act 372. In recent efforts, the LEARNS act has been opposed by CAPES group and a plaintiff in the Arkansas Supreme Court
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The Arkansas Supreme Court on Friday (June 2) denied a motion to block a temporary restraining order against the LEARNS Act, but has granted an expedited hearing requiring the parties to provide supporting documents early next week.
Talk Business on KASU
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Political Scientist Jay Barth joins host Roby Brock to explore David Pryor's legacy and impact on Arkansas politics, including key roles and notable relationships.
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Roby Brock hosts a discussion with Brad Chambless and Susannah Marshall on Arkansas banking, focusing on elder fraud, support for veterans, and regulatory challenges.
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Host Roby Brock discusses crypto regulation, foreign ownership, and gun laws with Arkansas Attorney General Tim Griffin.
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Ark. State Reps. Jimmy Gazaway (R-Paragould) and Ashley Hudson (D-Little Rock) discusses Arkansas's fiscal session impact, covering budget debates and crypto mining.
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Roby Brock discusses the LEARNS Act's impact on teacher salaries and educational choices with Secretary Jacob Oliva. More at TalkBusiness.net.
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Lyon College's dental and vet school plans progress in Ark., with new Central Ark. location. Partnering with One Health, aiming for next fall's student intake.
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Roby Brock and Bart Hester discuss Arkansas's $6 billion fiscal session, focusing on education, health, tax cuts, and the LEARNS Act's impact.
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Roby Brock and Dr. John Davis discuss Arkansas' political shift to republicanism in "Blue to Red", examining key causes and strategies from 2010-2014.
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Clint O'Neill & Esperanza Massana-Crane discuss aiding small businesses & entrepreneurs in Arkansas, focusing on tech, job creation, and minority enterprises.
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Roby Brock and CARTI CEO Adam Head discuss The Bridge, a new support facility, CARTI's growth in Arkansas, and future plans to enhance cancer care services statewide.