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October 13, 2022 Chatting about comic cons
Grace Wood, James Watts and Jimmie Tramel talk recent Scene features, including Pryor Creek Comic Convention. Jimmie notes that comic cons should always be about the comics, while Grace talks about meeting celebrities at the events, and James notes autographs he's acquired.
Related content:
Comic Convention set for Saturday at Mayes County Event Center
Elvira shares memories from bestselling memoir on evolving from 'monster' to queen of Halloween
Pop culture on wheels: Oklahoma Star Cars part of Pryor Creek Comic Convention
Local science-based artist and horticulturist to release plant journal
Victorian mansion: Custom Broken Arrow home is perfect for families
Elvin Bishop at 80: Rock and Roll Hall of Famer reflects on career, Tulsa roots
Actress back in her cool, happy place in 'Frozen'
Theatre Tulsa takes a new approach to 'Little Shop of Horrors'
Gilcrease art coming to the neighborhood
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21 min
October 06, 2022 Talking all things Tulsa State Fair
Grace Wood, James Watts and Jimmie Tramel talk Tulsa State Fair, from trying the fried fair food to people watching, to enjoying performers like Russell Dickerson.
Related content:
Outrageous fair fare: New dishes hit the midway at Tulsa State Fair
Michael Overall: How the Tulsa State Fair lost a gigantic Bruce Goff landmark
Tulsa State Fair begins with ride marathon for Sand Springs siblings
Photos: Scenes from Tulsa State Fair setup ahead of opening day
New foods to try at the Tulsa State Fair
Upcoming features
Season two wrap-up: What's next for 'Reservation Dogs' after reaching the beach?
Teen country artist Alex Miller looks forward to Tulsa Time at Tulsa State Fair
New gallery focuses on women artists
Arts Scene: Tulsa Ballet wants you to know 'Jack'; Chamber Music Tulsa debuts 'Elegy'
Dust Bowl exhibit to open with symposium
After inspiring wonder for three decades, Oxley Nature Center director Eddie Reese retires
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20 min
September 29, 2022 Johnny Carson hosting 'The Tonight Show'; 'Cheers'; '‘M*A*S*H;’' and ABC Afterschool Specials anniversaries
James Watts and Jimmie Tramel talk about a lot of upcoming anniversaries: The 60th anniversary of Johnny Carson as host of "The Tonight Show;" the 50th anniversary of "M*A*S*H" and the ABC after school special; and the 40th anniversary of "Cheers."
Related content:
Tulsa State Fair: Mark Calderon revisits Color Me Badd's career before performance
New foods to try at the Tulsa State Fair
Steaks are the 'stars of the show' at The Hemingway and for good reason
FarmBar offers a la carte menu; Velvet Taco announces winning taco recipe
Devery Jacobs of 'Reservation Dogs' honored by Time
Upcoming features:
Award-winning Tulsa screenwriter Paul W. Cooper dies
'Hadestown' a bit of musical theater heaven
'Fire Guy' turns up the heat for Tulsa State Fair audiences
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25 min
September 22, 2022 45th anniversary of Lynyrd Skynyrd tragedy
The 45th anniversary of a plane crash that two band members of Lynyrd Skynyrd from Oklahoma — guitarist Steve Gaines and his sister, backup singer Cassie Gaines — is coming up next month. Former Lynyrd Skynyrd drummer Artimus Pyle is honoring the memory of those whose lives were lost by continuing to make music. Grace Wood and James Watts talk about this and other upcoming Scene features.
Related content:
Arts Scene: 'Driving Miss Daisy,' Viano Quartet
Tulsa Botanic Garden celebrates fall with themed events
Upcoming features:
Survivor of Lynyrd Skynyrd plane crash honors those lost in tragedy
Preservation, beautification are essential for Tulsa Garden Center at Woodward Park
"Miss Daisy' gets an easy ride in World Stage production
Previewing an upcoming restaurant review of The Hemingway Tulsa
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14 min
September 15, 2022 Route 66's Blue Whale in Catoosa turns 50
Grace Wood and James Watts preview upcoming Scene features, including the 50th anniversary of Catoosa's Route 66 Blue Whale; monarch butterflies migration; the latest full Tulsa Ballet; and more.
Related content:
Tulsa Ballet's Creations in Studio K to open 66th season
Arts Scene: 'Driving Miss Daisy,' Viano Quartet
Do the Twist: New shop brings flavors of India to pizza
Upcoming features:
Blue Whale at 50: Here's the origin story and peek at what's in store for quirky Route 66 attraction
Celebrate the migration of monarch butterflies at Turkey Mountain
Step by Step: Choreographers discuss their 'Creations' for Tulsa Ballet
Good as new: The HBA's Home Remodeling Showcase returns for its 22nd year
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15 min
September 08, 2022 'Switzer: The Players' Coach'
Jimmie Tramel recounts his days as a sports writer when he wrote "Switzer: The Players' Coach," a book about former OU head football coach Barry Switzer. Grace Wood and James Watts also preview upcoming Scene features, from plants that are unsafe for pets, to an actress known for 'Nightmare on Elm Street.'
Editor’s note: During this football season, the Tulsa World will serialize each week the chapters from Tulsa World Staff Writer Jimmie Tramel’s 2014 book “Switzer: The Players’ Coach.” Purchase the book for $9.95 at tulsaworldstore.com.
Related content:
Barry Switzer: Chapter 1 'Tater Hill'
Barry Switzer: Chapter 2 'Crossett'
Upcoming features:
Keep these toxic houseplants and flowers out of pets' reach
Previewing a review of restaurant Pizza Twist
Heather Langenkamp returns to horror genre to star in Netflix series 'The Midnight Club'
It's no joke: 'Funny Women of a Certain Age' coming to Tulsa
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21 min
August 31, 2022 Amber Midthunder talks 'Prey' and 'Reservation Dogs'
Jimmie Tramel interviews "Reservation Dogs" and "Prey" actress Amber Midthunder about "the golden age of Native cinema." Will these TV series and movies lead to more opportunities for Indigenous artists, actors, filmmakers and storytellers?
Related content:
Seminole actor Dalton Cramer helps comedy series 'Reservation Dogs' explore serious subject matter
10 observations from season two's first batch of 'Reservation Dogs' episodes
Wes Studi returning to 'Reservation Dogs': 'The blossoming of Native American content on national media'
'Reservation Dogs' actor joins writers' room, talks about collaboration led by Tulsan
Meet Deer Lady: 'Reservation Dogs' introduced TV viewers to generations-old Indigenous lore
'Prey' producer used her Oklahoma background, tribal heritage to help create 'Predator' prequel
‘Predator’ joins ‘Star Wars,’ ‘Lord of the Rings’ with new prequel ‘Prey’
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13 min
August 25, 2022 Count Tutu to 'Century of Photography' exhibit
In their latest episode, Grace Wood and James Watts talk recent Scene features on Count Tutu, Hulett Collection's 'Century of Photography' exhibit; the Church Studio and more.
Related content:
Church Studio a sacred Tulsa music space, now special for wedded couples, too
Count Tutu's Nathan Wright embarks on new solo project
Public reaction validates decision to reopen historic Church Studio
Hulett Collection opens with 'Century of Photography' exhibit
Room to grow: Local parents look to beautify the Mayo Demonstration School
The Toon Residence: A modern getaway in the heart of midtown Tulsa
Upcoming features:
An upcoming review of restaurant Freya: Nordic Kitchen
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12 min
August 18, 2022 What 'Reservation Dogs' means to Native Americans and Oklahoma
Jimmie Tramel talks Reservation Dogs with Eric Bailey and Tommy Cummings. Bailey, a Tulsa World sports writer, is Creek, Cherokee and Seminole and is a Haskell Indian Nations University alum. Cummings, a Dallas Morning News writer, is Menominee, Creek and Potawatomi.
Related content:
New 'Reservation Dogs' episode turns heartbreak into feel-good journey
10 observations from season two's first batch of 'Reservation Dogs' episodes
Wes Studi returning to 'Reservation Dogs': 'The blossoming of Native American content on national media'
'Reservation Dogs' actor joins writers' room, talks about collaboration led by Tulsan
Meet Deer Lady: 'Reservation Dogs' introduced TV viewers to generations-old Indigenous lore
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25 min
August 17, 2022 Covering everything from top soil to high culture
In their latest episode, Grace Wood, James Watts and Jimmie Tramel preview upcoming Scene features including Tulsa ties to the late Star Trek actress Nichelle Nichols; "Pretty Woman' book with Oklahoma ties; and Tulsans create organic soil for healthier plants.
Related content:
Actress Nichelle Nichols, who played Uhura in Star Trek, dies at 89
Review: Latest Ah-Sigh-E location carries on smooth tradition
Upcoming features:
Still boldly going: After Nichelle Nichols' death, longtime friend from Tulsa carries legacy forward
Previewing a feature on 'Pretty Woman' book 'One Way Ticket to L.A.: How A Nurse From Ohio Found Love in Hollywood'
Home-grown: Tulsans create organic soil for healthier plants
Previewing a feature of Tulsa Sound pioneer Ann Bell
Previewing a feature on The Hulett Collection
Review of "Something Rotten!" by Theatre Tulsa
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13 min

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