The mission of Bridges is to, "Empower high school students in family crisis to pursue education without obstacles." Today we talk to Bridges' Associate Executive Director, Bianca Gordon, about her role in helping Bridge achieve that mission and how the students of Bridges are adjusting to life during a pandemic. An enlightening episode about the great things being done in Norman for the city's at-need youth.

You've probably all seen your friends posting photos of their families taken on their front lawns as you scroll your favorite social media platform with the title, "Pandemic Family Photo." Today we chat with Cody Giles, the man behind that idea (and the camera) as he talks about that project, his role with OEC Fiber, Norman Magazine and much more.

Food & Shelter is an organization in Norman fighting against hunger and homelessness in our community. Though their day-to-day operations have changed over the past few weeks, they have made adjustments to continue to provide services when they are needed the most. April and her team are a true inspiration for what they do for Norman.

Today we talk with Daren Wilson, President/CEO of the United Way of Norman, about his path to Norman, what he loves so much about our community, all the amazing things the United Way is doing AND the initiatives specific to COVID-19 relief that he and his team are working on. Really great and inspiring conversation.

Looking for a way to get out of the house?! This is the episode for you. Travis Monroe, outdoor educator and owner of Mountain Fork Outdoor Adventure, talks to us about his path from state government to the great outdoors and a career change that took 23 years to make. He also shares a LOT of great places to go both in and around Norman to go hiking, get outdoors and bond with your friends and family in a way you can only do outdoors.

Bob Algard grew up in Charleston, SC and after college, his best friend from high school, Derek Geiges, invited him to join him in starting a gym in Norman, OK where Derek had wrestled at OU. The two developed a unique concept in a unique location and have enjoyed great success with a loyal customer base. Hear their story and how they're working (out) through the challenges of the pandemic. Bob also shares some great advice for getting (and staying) healthy.

Midway Deli is a Norman institution and owner Bob Thompson has been a pillar in the community for many years. Hear the story of how he got his start, how he's keeping things going during this challenging time and his secret to building a business Normanites love so much.

Dr. Gabriel Bird is as native to Norman, Oklahoma as one can be, having lived here since birth, receiving two degrees from the University of Oklahoma and now operating his dental practice and food truck park right downtown on Main Street. In this episode we hear from him on how the pandemic has affected his businesses, what he has planned for the future, the Norman city flag project (which he pioneered) and much more.

Matt McMillen is the former Director of Football Operations under Bob Stoops at the University of Oklahoma and the Dallas Renegades of the XFL. In this episode, Matt shares a bit about the cancellation of the XFL's first season and, ultimately, the folding of the league entirely. Matt also talks about his time at OU, what he loves about Norman and what he's doing with the extra time he has on his hands lately.

Norman native, Autumn McMahon, is as immersed in the community as anyone, working in marketing and member relations for the OEC and serving as president of the Mary Abbott Children's House board of directors. Today we discuss how the pandemic has affected her work with the OEC, the impact on the Abbott House and the many ways she has seen the community reach out and try to help one another.