FCS Matters
The FCS Matters Podcast is an official look at the art and the science of living and working well in our complex world. The FCS Matters Podcast is hosted by Dr. Nina Roofe, Assistant Vice President for Family & Consumer Science at the Arkansas Cooperative Extension Service. Each episode will tackle an FCS content area that is important to the everyday life of Arkansans. Guests will include your friends, neighbors, and Extension experts on the topic to offer sound and practical advice for making informed decisions that work for you and your family.
FCS Matters
Latest Episodes
FCS Matters: The People's University: Why the Land-Grant Mission Matters More Than Ever (Ep. 121)
Why are land-grant universities known as "the people's universities"? In this episode of FCS Matters, host Dr. Nina Roofe sits down with University of Arkansas leaders Dr. Deacue Fields, Dr. John Anderson, Dr. Jeff Edwards, and Dr. Norman Hord ...
FCS Matters: FCS Leadership in Action: Building Connections That Last (Ep. 120)
Professional organizations play a vital role in leadership development, networking, and career growth for Family and Consumer Sciences professionals. In this episode, discover how Family and Consumer Sciences organizations are adapting to meet ...
FCS Matters: Threads of Arkansas (Ep. 119)
In this episode of Threads of Arkansas, we unravel the rich story of the cotton industry and its lasting impact on our state’s economy and culture. From the fields where cotton is grown to the skilled hands that transform it into garme...
FCS Matters: ArHOP: Healthy Communities, Lasting Change (Ep. 118)
This episode highlights the Arkansas High Obesity Prevention Project (ArHOP), a five-year initiative funded by the CDC’s High Obesity Program. Join us as we explore how local communities are transforming their environments through innovative po...
FCS Matters: Arkansas Roots - Cultivating Community through Agriculture and Nutrition (Ep. 117)
In this episode, we dig into Arkansas' #1 industry—agriculture. As farmers' markets and local food movements experience a vibrant resurgence, we explore how supporting local farmers not only strengthens our economy but also fosters community en...