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: 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...
FCS Matters: Safe and Sustainable - Tackling Foodborne Illness and Food Waste (Ep. 116)
Each year, foodborne illnesses affect an estimated 10 million Americans, leading to tens of thousands of hospitalizations and hundreds of deaths. At the same time, over one-third of all food in the U.S. is wasted, raising serious concerns for p...
FCS Matters: Myth-Busting Nutrition & Fitness - What's Fact vs. Fiction? (Ep. 115)
From fad diets and miracle supplements to viral workout trends, the world of nutrition and exercise is full of hype, misinformation, and misunderstood science. In this episode, we cut through the noise to debunk common myths that can lead consu...