Tulsa World Podcast

On April 21, 1970, Tulsans paid $4 (advance tickets were $3.50) to experience the Joe Cocker’s Mad Dogs & Englishmen Tour (what would eventually be regarded as one of the most legendary tours in concert history). The ringmaster/bandleader of the sprawling tour was Tulsa’s Leon Russell, who was springboarded to fame by his presence on the tour.

Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about Mark Bego’s newest celebrity biography, “Joe Cocker: With A Lot of Help from His Friends,” which shares this and other stories. Plus, previews of upcoming Scene content.

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Eagles returning to BOK Center with Steely Dan

Restaurant news: Veterans Day meals; 'Corn Dance' cookbook launch

Tuly's Tacos coming to downtown

Cabin Boys Brewpub an Arts District gathering place | Review

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The Big 10 Ballroom (1624 E. Apache St.), a steeped-in-history Tulsa music venue, has been brought back to life.

The first and robust life of the north Tulsa venue included performances by Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, Ike and Tina Turner, The Temptations, Jackie Wilson, James Brown, Ray Charles, Duke Ellington, Little Richard and Etta James.

Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about the upcoming tribute event, plus previews of other Scene content.

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New Canebrake restaurant serves old-school favorites with gourmet flair | Review

415 Grille opens in Atlas Building; Boston Deli has new Chef's Special

The challenges and joys of dancing 'Don Quixote'

Zac Hanson puts song on auction block to assist Raven Drum Foundation

'I love the live music experience': New BOK Center GM found niche in live entertainment

New concert events announced: Bad Bunny coming to BOK Center

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Jimmie Tramel called Reservation Dogs, "the most Oklahoma thing on television so far." With shot-in-Oklahoma movie "Killers of the Flower Moon" recent release, it has been a big year for Indigenous storytelling through film and TV.

Tramel and James Watts also talk about the next major media project with an Oklahoma focus, “Lawmen: Bass Reeves.” A former slave, Reeves was the first African American U.S. deputy marshal west of the Mississippi River. Reeves, who worked primarily in Oklahoma (then Indian Territory) and Arkansas, was responsible for 3,000-plus arrests and spent the twilight of his life as a police officer in Muskogee.

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Killers of the Flower Moon: See all our coverage going back to when scenes were shot here to reaction to the movie

'Prey' producer, 'Reservation Dogs' actors among guests at Native-themed SkasdiCon

Actor David Oyelowo 'incredibly proud' of upcoming Bass Reeves series

Best bets: Things to do this week

Tulsa's top Halloween season entertainment options

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Filmmaker Martin Scorsese took part in a global and virtual press conference in advance of "Killers of the Flower Moon" movie's Oct. 20 release. Jimmie Tramel, who also viewed an early screening of the film, talks with James Watts about the depth of the story and more.

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Killers of the Flower Moon: See all our coverage here

Martin Scorsese interview: Wide-open Oklahoma gave filmmaker a canvas for 'Killers of the Flower Moon'

First impression: Tragic 'Killers of the Flower Moon' story benefits from lengthy run time

PBS series 'Native America' has Oklahoma flavor

'I knew this was a story I had to tell,' David Grann said on writing 'Killers of the Flower Moon'

Books, movies and plays about the Osage 'Reign of Terror'

Free family events to enjoy this fall

Events announced this week: Bert Kreischer coming to BOK, Ron White returning to River Spirit

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Three hours and 26 minutes is the runtime of Martin Scorsese-directed “Killers of the Flower Moon,” set for an Oct. 20 release. In this week's episode, Jimmie and James talk about Tulsa World's coverage of the state's history behind the film; plus previews of upcoming Scene content.

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Killers of the Flower Moon: See all our coverage here

'Killers of the Flower Moon' actress grateful Native stories are being told

True number of victims in Osage Reign of Terror unknown

Osage language revitalization reaches new heights with 'Killers of the Flower Moon'

Things to do this week

Food is as good as the view at Soma Rooftop Bar & Kitchen | Review

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Construction is projected to begin in 2024 with an aim of opening in 2025 for a new 12,500-seat, $93 million amphitheater in Broken Arrow. In this week's episode, Jimmie and James compares this project to existing venues; what concerts and events people can expect and more.

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BOK Center anniversary: Here are A-to-Z highlights of arena's first 15 years

Before 'Killers of the Flower Moon' premiere, here are 55 other shot-in-Oklahoma films

'Tex' at 40: Director Tim Hunter, S.E. Hinton recall film that launched flurry of shot-in-Oklahoma movies

'The Outsiders' arriving on Broadway next year

More than 60 restaurants to take part in Vegan Chef Challenge month

Oktoberfest poster for 2023 showcases different side of beloved annual event

Things to do this week includes 1491s show

Let's Go: October arts, music and culture events

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In this week's episode, Jimmie and James discuss bands at the Tulsa State Fair and fair food from old favorites like corn dogs to other foods they might consider trying. Hot Cheeto Burger anyone? 

Plus, an update on the World's upcoming coverage of Killers of the Flower Moon and Jimmie discusses his Sunday story on a documentary on rebuilding Black Wall Street and James reviews Aladdin.

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'Rebuilding Black Wall Street' shares stories of resilient Tulsans working toward better future

What you need to know for the Tulsa State Fair which opens today

Representatives of Osage Nation attend New York 'Killers of the Flower Moon' premiere

Technical glitch doesn't dim magic of 'Aladdin'

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“Reservation Dogs,” the acclaimed TV series created by Oklahoma filmmaker Sterlin Harjo and Academy Award winner Taika Waititi, began its third and final season last month. Has there been any other television show that has made its audience laugh, cry and think as much this one?

Jimmie Tramel talks with Eric Bailey and Tommy Cummings about the significance of the series. 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.

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Coverage of the groundbreaking series 'Reservation Dogs'

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Dwight Twilley, JJ Cale songs part of newest 'Reservation Dogs' episode

Deer Lady gets origin story in emotional new episode of 'Reservation Dogs'

Here's what lies ahead in farewell season of 'Reservation Dogs'

From book fairs to steakhouses, 50 things we are loving in Tulsa right now

Tulsa-area favorite dishes from A to Z

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One of the first restaurants that offered not just a meal, but an experience. Nicole Marshall Middleton and James Watts look back at Casa Bonita, and discuss the future of the Pepto-Bismol pink building at the corner of 21st Street and Sheridan Road.

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Casa Bonita, Bell's Amusement Park, Camelot Inn serve as inspiration for themed cocktail class

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Jimmy Mattingly's National Fiddler Hall of Fame career includes touring with Oklahoma music artists

Bros. Houligan owners to open Red Door Grille in KingsPointe Village

Jane's Delicatessen to close

Turnpike Troubadours' triumphant return includes headlining gig at Born & Raised Festival

Wanda Jackson reflects on hall of fame career in autobiography

From book fairs to steakhouses, 50 things we are loving in Tulsa right now

Tulsa-area favorite dishes from A to Z

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With Alice Cooper, Def Leppard and Motley Crue performing at TU's football stadium this week, Jimmie Tramel and James Watts look back at past music events at the venue (including Aida in the 1930s) and preview upcoming Scene content.

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Alice Cooper Q&A: Comparing Led Zeppelin and Def Leppard, playing stadium show in Tulsa and the health of hard rock music

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Tastes of history get jazzed up at Jimmy's Chophouse | Review

Arts Scene: Rachel Hayes creates Gathering Place installation

Beat the August heat with MIO Coalition recipes

Don't Stress Meowt cat cafe coming to Tulsa after immediate success in OKC

Deer Lady gets origin story in emotional new episode of 'Reservation Dogs'

Honoring Alice Ghostley's life, career for what would have been her 100th birthday

Madonna BOK Center tour stop cancelled

Tulsa-area favorite dishes from A to Z

50 things we are loving in Tulsa right now

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