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Ozarks 101: The Origin of the Word 'Ozarks' and the Region's Boundaries

Where did the word "Ozarks" come from, and what geographical boundaries define The Ozarks?  How are the "Hill Folks" of northern Arkansas different from those living in the Ozarks plains? In this podcast episode, host Jim Baker talks with Ozarks historian and scholar Brooks Blevins on the land and the individuals defining The Ozarks.

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