This is Oklahoma

This is Oklahoma episodes:

• 04.23.2024

  This is Hannah Whitten - The Curse of Stigma

  On this episode I chatted with Hannah Whitten about her latest documentary “The Curse of Stigma” which highlights the realities facing African women with epilepsy. Hannah has lived the impacts of epilepsy with the passing of her brother Dylan in...

  
• 04.19.2024

  This is Executive Director Mike Sanders - Oklahoma Broadband

  On this episode I chatted with Director Sanders about his journey in public service, working at the White House during some of the countries toughest times. Returning to Oklahoma and now heading the Oklahoma Broadband division to connect Oklahomans to...

  
• 04.16.2024

  This is Seth Spillman - National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum

  On this episode I chatted with Seth the Chief Marketing Officer for the National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum. We talk all things cowboy, the life the culture the artwork and the history. Seth shares his personal story from great...

  
• 04.12.2024

  This is Luidgi & Veronica - Cafe Kacao

  On this episode I chatted with Luidgi and Veronica about their working relationship and the success of Cafe Kacao. Veronica has just won Oklahoma’s Most Remarkable woman and today you will learn why. What a story! Previous interview with Luidgi https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-oklahoma/id1387331955?i=1000438743888 Huge...

  
• 04.09.2024

  This is Jamie McGuire - #1 New York Times & Internationally Best-Selling Author

  On this episode I chatted with NY Times Best Selling Author Jamie McGuire. Jamie shares her journey, growing up in Blackwell Oklahoma, her passion for writing, raising kids and diving into her creative process. Listen in to learn the difficulties...

  
• 04.02.2024

  This is Vince Gill

  On this episode myself and Shannon Rich CEO of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame interviewed Oklahoma Hall of Fame and country music legend, Vince Gill. This episode is a masterclass in how to be a good human being. Vince’s Bio...

  
• 03.30.2024

  This is Oklahoma Wildcatters with Talor Gooch, J.B. Mauney & Brandon Bates

  On this episode I chatted with Talor Gooch, J.B. Mauney and Brandon Bates about their new PBR Team the Oklahoma Wildcatters.  https://www.paycomcenter.com/events/detail/pbr-2024 Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people...

  
• 03.29.2024

  This is The Oklahoma Wildcatters - Talor Gooch, J.B. Mauney & Brandon Bates

  On this episode I chatted with Talor Gooch about his new venture into the world of PBR. Hiring world famous and really the GOAT of PBR JB Mauney to coach the Oklahoma Wildcatters team as well as seasoned PBR announcer...

  
• 03.26.2024

  This is Jared Black - Gavin's Legacy

  On this episode I sat with Jared Black a decorated combat pilot for the US Military. Jared flew the coolest plane in the military, the A10 Warthog. Jared comes from a long line of combat pilots. He’s 4th generation to...

  
• 03.23.2024

  This is Danny Boy O’Connor - The Outsiders House Museum

  On this episode I chatted with Danny Boy O’Connor about his life, journey, addictions, sobriety and making Tulsa Oklahoma his home. Danny in his early life was mostly know as one of the founding members of House Of Pain. To...

  
• 03.20.2024

  This is Thomson Designs with Cody & Ashford Thomson

  On this episode I chatted with Cody and Ashford Thomson about their third generation design business in OKC. Both share memories of their childhoods growing up around the family business, watching their Mom and Dad curate a life for them...

  
• 03.15.2024

  This is Darci Lynne - A Conversation with Mom & Dad

  On this episode Darci returns with her parents to share their stories from her winning AGT some 7 years ago. As well as current updates on her career. Going back on AGT and looking into the future. Thank you Prairie...

  
• 03.12.2024

  This is Invicto Futsal with Kit Stephenson and Garrett Dressel

  On this episode I chatted with Kit and Garret about their soccer academy Invicto Futsal. We talked about their 14 year build to this moment, opening up their own facility built for Futsal but the community as well. Hosting game...

  
• 03.08.2024

  This is John Gignac - The Runners Runner

  On this episode I chatted with local running legend John Gignac about his love of running, dogs and movies. John has some serious pace and shares some of his best memories running with his Dad at an early age. As...

  
• 03.05.2024

  This is Heady Coleman - Guthrie America #GoWin

  On this episode return guest Heady Coleman shares his stories on community, teacher appreciation, podcasting, writing e-books, riding his e-bike and preaching the GO WIN message across Oklahoma all from his hometown of Guthrie America. www.headycoleman.com for more. Huge thank you to...

  
• 03.01.2024

  This is Jazz Fall - Sans The Zero Proof Social Club

  On todays episode Jazz Fall talks moving OKC to LA during the pandemic for a year. Then LA to Paris for a year and then back home to Oklahoma. Jackson went viral last year when he asked Chat GPT to...

  
• 02.27.2024

  This is Chris Conway - @iamnicekidd - Oklahoma’s Social Media Comedian

  On this episode I chatted with Chris Conway about his growth on social media posting about Oklahoma. Hilarious memes and reels related to everyday Oklahoma life. Chris lives in Ada and works at ECU. He started his social media journey...

  
• 02.23.2024

  This is John Knight - MENT Apparel

  On this episode I chatted with John Knight owner or MENT Apparel in OKC. John is originally from Tulsa, grew up with a love of soccer but decided to go to OU instead of pursuing college soccer. From there he...

  
• 02.20.2024

  This is Blake Jarwin - Oklahoma State Walk-on & Former Dallas Cowboys Tight End

  On this episode I chatted with Blake Jarwin about his career in football and what the future looks like for him as he rehabs an injury trying to get back into the roster at America’s team.  Blake walked on at...

  
• 02.13.2024

  This is Mayor David Holt - A Recap On OKC’s Growth Over The Last 5 years

  On this episode I caught up with Mayor Holt and had a chance to pick his brain for 30mins. Its been 5 years since I last recorded with him, so we chatted about all things OKC since then. Follow him www.instagram.com/maydavidholt  Huge...

  
• 02.09.2024

  This is Jakian Parks & Seanell Harris - Oklahoma Cowboys

  On this episode I chatted with Jakian and Seanell about the Oklahoma Cowboy project and community they are covering. We talk about the recent Timberland collaboration and also the Louis Vuitton collaboration at Paris Fashion week with Pharrell.  www.instagram.com/oklahomacowboys  www.oklahomacowboys.org   Huge thank you...

  
• 02.06.2024

  This is Nick & Lori Bollinger - Junction Coffee

  On this episode I chatted with Nick and Lori owners  of Junction Coffee. Mostly known for their big red bus named May-belle that drives around OKC. They tell the whole story, how they bought the bus sight unseen and shipped...

  
• 02.02.2024

  This is Jenna Hessert - Professional Pickleball Athlete | Oklahoma Premier Pickleball League

  On this episode I chatted with one of Oklahoma’s professional Pickleball players Jenna Hessert. We talk about how she started in the sport, the state of the pro game and the new Oklahoma Premier Pickleball League coming to OKC. Jenna...

  
• 01.30.2024

  This is Julie Stewart - Kiss And Punch

  On this episode I chatted with Julie from Kiss and Punch. Julie is a former corporate counsel at a Fortune 100 corporation. She has a juris doctorate degree from UCLA but learned the craft of letterpress and graphic design at...

  
• 01.26.2024

  This is Sunny Day - Miss Oklahoma 2023

  On this episode I chatted with Sunny Day current 2023 Miss Oklahoma. Sunny talks about growing up in Section 8 housing, working her way through college, the day she decided to become a teacher, pageants and why she loves learning....

  
• 01.23.2024

  This is Jason Gallagher - Emmy Award Winning Director | NBA Fanatic | Head of Production at ThreeFourTwo

  On this episode I chatted with Jason, an Emmy award winning director and two time nominee for The Ringer’s NBA Desktop. He was head of video strategy at “The Ringer” from its conception through the sale at Spotify.  He was also...

  
• 01.19.2024

  This is Steven Giles - Steven Giles Clothing

  On this episode I chatted with one of OKC’s most fashionable men Mr Steven Giles. Steven shares all his about this journey into the industry here in OKC as well as his love for Ivy League style. Steven opened up...

  
• 01.16.2024

  This is Bradley Carter - Grounds 4 Compassion

  On this episode I chatted with Bradley Carter about his business and passion for giving back through a business called Grounds 4 Compassion. A coffee business which was birthed in Haiti and launched in Bethany Oklahoma. Grounds 4 Compassion services...

  
• 01.12.2024

  This is Chris Semrau - General Manager of the Paycom Center

  On this episode I chatted with Chris Semrau who has been the GM of the Paycom Center for the past 5 years. We talk about his interesting journey into the industry. How he fell in love with OKC. An arena...

  
• 01.09.2024

  This is Connor Quinn - 30+ Years of Voice Acting For The Biggest Brands In The World

  On this episode I chatted with Connor Quinn, Connor is a multi-award winning voice over artist who has been telling other people's stories most of his career. For over 30 years, Connor's voice has been the iconic voice some of the...

  
• 01.05.2024

  This is Dusty Baker - Cross Timbers Bison

  On this episode I chatted with Dusty Baker about his Bison ranch in Sulphur Oklahoma. Dusty shares his story and his love for Bison and why he and his family decided to launch this incredible venture here in Oklahoma. For...

  
• 01.02.2024

  This is Phi Nguyen - Take A Bite OK

  On this episode I chatted with Downtown OKC and food lover Phi about her food blog called “Take A Bite OK” go follow it now on instagram. Link below. Phi shares her story as well as all the best places...

  
• 12.15.2023

  This is Austin Tunnell - Building Culture | Built To Last

  On this episode I chatted with return guest Austin Tunnell about his business Building Culture. We talk about how his business has grown over the past 3 years, projects in Edmond and OKC as well as the insights into community...

  
• 12.12.2023

  This is Emily Woodside - Purity Day Spa

  On this episode I chatted with local entrepreneur Emily about her Day Spa business located in the Plaza District. Emily graduated from OU and after having her first child, she realized how much time corporate life was taking her away...

  
• 12.08.2023

  This is Mike Darter - Law Enforcement | ATF | Nature Wildlife Photographer | Founder of CCW Safe

  On this episode I chatted with Mike Darter about his career in law enforcement as an under cover ATF agent in OKC. After a horrific accident hunting causing Mike to lose one eye thanks to an angry owl. Mike left...

  
• 12.05.2023

  This is Kelly & Will Kubicek - The Farmstead Venue

  On this episode I chatted with Kelly and Will Kubicek about their family business in Shawnee Oklahoma called The Farmstead Venue. Such a great family story around this venue. It has been in the family for generations and so Will...

  
• 12.01.2023

  This is Talor Gooch - LIV Golf Individual Title | TG Foundation | Food & Wine | New Homes and more..

  On this episode I caught with 2023 LIV Golf League Individual Champion and former Oklahoma State Cowboy Talor Gooch about his recent golfing success, new home, new business ventures and his foundation. Huge thanks to our sponsors. Oklahoma Beef Council, on behalf...

  
• 11.28.2023

  This is J Mays - Automotive Design ( Audi | Ford | Jaguar | VW | BMW | Land Rover | Aston Martin and Pixar )

  On this episode I had the opportunity to nerd out about car design with J. For more than four decades, Mays has incorporated the latest trends in automobile culture with his unique intuitiveness for the emotional connection we have with...

  
• 11.24.2023

  This is Jane Childress - CK & Company

  On this episode I chatted with Jane about her retail business in Nichols Hills Plaza. CK & Company has been in business for 41 years. Spending all of that in the Nichols Hills Plaza area. Jane is from Kentucky and...

  
• 11.21.2023

  This is Emily Schuermann - Food For A Year

  On this episode I chatted with Emily about her blog Food For A Year. In 2010 Emily participated in the 44th Pillsbury Bake-Off and that confirmed my passion and spring-boarded me into a deep love of creating and testing my...

  
• 11.17.2023

  This is Kelly & Kristin Allen - Rumble Boxing & Entrepreneur Life

  On this episode I chatted with serial entrepreneurs Kelly and Kristin Allen about their multiple businesses in the OKC area. Specifically Rumble Boxing in Nichols Hills Plaza.  https://www.rumbleboxinggym.com/ Shop small business Saturday at Classen Curve and Nichols Hills Plaza. Huge thank you to...

  
• 11.14.2023

  This is Lisa Sorrell - Sorrell Custom Boots

  On this episode I chatted with Lisa Sorrell who is one of the best bookmakers in the world. Lisa’s custom boots start at $10,000!! Worth it!! Lisa shares her journey to bookmaking, falling in love with the business, losing her...

  
• 11.10.2023

  This is Jim Clark - BC Clark

  On this episode I chatted with Jim Clark about his families small business, we talk about how his grandfather started the business in 1892. You all know the jingle. Jim shares his best memories of his granddad and some more...

  
• 11.07.2023

  This is Angela Muir - Boomtown Creamery

  On this episode I talked to Angela Muir about her amazing ice cream business which has taken OKC by storm over the last couple of years, Boomtown Creamery. Angela has a great career as a small business owner and shares...

  
• 11.03.2023

  This is Jessica Mireles - Balliets

  On this episode I chatted with new owner of Balliets, Jessica Mirales. Jessica shares her entrepreneurial journey and surprise offer from previous owner Bob to buy Balliets. Jessica tells a great story and we are super excited to see Balliets...

  
• 10.31.2023

  This is JD with Finale Speed

  On this episode I chatted with JD from Finale Speed about his love for all things American muscle. JD grew up around the automotive world in Midwest City and has spent his entire life in and around it. Now with...

  
• 10.27.2023

  This is Tiffany Bohrer - Tipsy Artist

  On this episode I chatted with Tiffany about her art business, the Tipsy Artist in Guthrie Oklahoma. Tiffany has a studio in Guthrie where she hosts painting classes every week as well as a traveling class she takes on the...

  
• 10.24.2023

  This is Andre Caldwell - Senior Counsel and Director for Mobility, Surveillance and Bombers at Boeing Defense, Space, and Security.

  On this episode I chatted with friend Andre Caldwell. Andre is an Oklahoma transplant like myself. After graduating OU Law he decided to stick around. Through hardwork and determination, taking the unbeaten path multiple time. Andre has created a life...

  
• 10.20.2023

  This is Adam Bradshaw - MidBin OKC

  On this episode I chatted with Adam from MidBin about his mid century modern furniture business. We talk about Adams entreprneurial spirit, his eye for a great deal and now his eye for design and customization.  www.instagram.com/mid_binokc Huge thank you to our...

  
• 10.17.2023

  This is Cary Cozby - Southern Hills Director of Golf

  On this episode I chatted with Cary Cozby about his journey through golf in Oklahoma. Cary comes from a very prominent golf family in Oklahoma. His father was a golf pro, his brothers are all in the business and his...