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Do you know Oklahoma's greatest folksinger and song writer? Today we are discussing the Woody Guthrie Center in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Woody Guthrie Center celebrates the life, music and artistry of the influential folk musician while seeking to ignite a passion for social change and foster a world in which the values of justice, equality and compassion prevail. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. Also discussed OKC, Chickasha, Brandi's Bar and Grill, and AFAR magazine. Special thanks to our partner, Enid SOS. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #WoodyGuthrie #Tulsa #OKC #Chickasha #Top25city #chickasha #brandis #music #travelok #EnidSOS #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #podcast #traveloklahoma #historic #travel #tourism

Today we are discussing Winterfest in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Downtown Tulsa is transformed into a festive wonderland during Winterfest, an annual holiday tradition. Bring friends and family together for holiday festivities and share the joyful spirit of the season. Experience the thrill of outdoor ice skating, see one of Oklahoma's tallest outdoor Christmas trees, take a ride in a horse-drawn carriage, listen to live entertainment and browse beautiful holiday light displays. Surrounded by festive nutcrackers, twinkling lights and a 44-foot tree decked out with 35,700 lights, the outdoor ice rink is located adjacent to the BOK Center in downtown Tulsa. Head to Third & Denver to enjoy carriage rides that will take you throughout the Winterfest area. Children and adults alike will also be treated to surprise visits from Segway Santa as he wheels his way around the main plaza at the BOK Center passing out candy canes and posing for pictures. Winterfest visitors will also be treated to concessions with all your holiday favorites and a holiday market with unique Made-in-Oklahoma gifts. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. Special thanks to our sponsor, Think Ability Inc. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #ArvestBank #Winterfest #Tulsa #festival #christmas #BOK #TSO #christmasparade #AscensionStJohn #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #podcast #traveloklahoma #historic #travel #tourism  

Today we are discussing The Hex House in Tulsa, OK. Travel to Tulsa for The Hex House, northeast Oklahoma's extreme haunted attraction. The Hex House is an intense, multi-element, walk-through haunted house attraction themed around a dark chapter in Tulsa's haunted past. The original Hex House was involved in a 1944 police investigation surrounding a small casket buried in the backyard of a Tulsa house and two young women who had been under hypnotic or occult control for seven years. The investigation was nicknamed the "Hex House" case since it had all the spooky elements of a Halloween story. The original Hex House become a favorite site for young Tulsans to visit on Halloween for years after the case was settled. Now, The Hex House is back, ready to bring your most terrifying fears to life this Halloween season. Do not come to The Hex House if you expect movie scenes or goofy props. Instead, The Hex House will submerge you and your friends into an altered reality that is much darker and less predictable than anything you've seen in the movies. Come to The Hex House and make your way through flickering hallways and eerie rooms that will transport you into an intense nightmare you won't soon forget. This haunted house is meant to entertain as well as to produce sheer terror in its victims. The Hex House is not meant for children age 12 or under. The Hex House features a second twisted tale for your Halloween enjoyment. If you survive The Hex House, take on Rise of the Living Dead, an extreme haunted attraction that presents a zombie nightmare. Gruesome, horrifying zombies are on the prowl, faster than ever. Experience twice the terror, twice the screams and twice the panic at this year's Hex House. Combo tickets will be available.  Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. Also discussed The Savoy, Chickasha, Oral Roberts University, Rodney Carrington & Travelok. Special thanks to our sponsor JCM & Sons Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #podcast #traveloklahoma #historic #travel #tourism #truecrime #haunt #halloween #savoy #scary #spooky #chickasha #hexhouse #JCMandsons #Rodneycarrington #hauntworld

Today we are discussing the Turkey Mountain Haunted Trail in Tulsa, OK. Take a spooky stroll you won't soon forget on the Turkey Mountain Haunted Trails. Enter the ¾-mile-long trail full of twisted cedar, cobwebs, creepy-crawly bugs and gnarled oaks. Guests will experience the trails of this dark walk-through attraction filled with terrifying live actors, fun special effects and ghastly scenes that fully immerse customers into the spooky side of Turkey Mountain. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Also discussed Vinita, Tulsa Expo Center & Travelok. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #podcast #traveloklahoma #tulsa #halloween #historic #travel #tourism #spooky #scarystory #trail #haunted

We dive into the history of Architect Norma Merrick Sklarek, who broke new ground as the first Black woman licensed in New York and California, with guest Tobi Ashiru reflecting on her own experiences as a Black architectural designer teaching at USC and how Norma's pioneering achievements have inspired her.————About Norma Merrick SklarekNorma Merrick Sklarek (1926-2012) was a pioneering architect who shattered racial and gender barriers in the profession. As the first Black woman licensed as an architect in New York and California, Norma made significant contributions to iconic projects such as the Fox Plaza in San Francisco, the Pacific Design Center in Los Angeles, the US Embassy in Tokyo, and Terminal One at  LAX. But as a black woman, she faced a lot of discrimination throughout her career. In fact, after graduation, she was rejected by 19 firms purely because of her race and gender. But she made an impact at 5 notable firms, including Victor Gruen Associates where she worked with Frank Gehry and Cesar Pelli. She also co-founding a firm with 2 other women, named Siegel-Sklarek-Diamond, which was the first architectural practice led by women in the US. She was also the first Black woman to be part of the AIA in 1959 AND became an AIA fellow later in 1980. Sklarek's legacy extends beyond her architectural achievements; she was a passionate advocate for diversity in the field, mentoring countless young architects and leaving an indelible mark on the architecture community.About Tobi AshiruTobi is a passionate designer and alumna of the USC School of Architecture. With a mission to change the world through design,  she strives to push the boundaries of creativity. Born in Nigeria and raised in South Africa, Tobi seeks to create contextually relevant work that celebrates blackness. She's a interdisciplinary designer with diverse experiences as an architectural designer, installation artist, forever student, educator, and business owner.She stays committed to the advancement of underrepresented voices in many ways and through Poché Design Studio, a black woman owned design agency she co-founded, where the mission is to occupy and amplify the black space in design. Tobi is currently an adjunct professor at USC School of Architecture where she is the lead instructor for the A-Lab program.Instagram: @bypocheWebsite: tobiashiru.com, bypoche.com ____View all the visually rich 1-min reels of each woman on IG below:Instagram: Amber AsayInstagram: Women Designers Pod

  Today we are discussing Juniper in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Juniper Restaurant and Martini Lounge in downtown Tulsa's Blue Dome Entertainment District offers simple and beautiful dishes prepared with fresh, local products from Oklahoma's Green Country. Reserve your table at this award-winning restaurant to sample an ever-changing array of seasonal cuisine. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. Also discussed Tulsa Club, The Mayo Hotel, The Boston Avenue Methodist Church, and the Jazz Depot. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #podcast #traveloklahoma #tulsa #finedining #farmtotable #food #art #architecture

Today we discussing Mack's Wings in Tulsa, Oklahoma and the untold history of the yield sign. Mack's Wings has you covered the next time you have a craving for chicken wings. This Tulsa-based restaurant offers plenty of flavor choices to sauce and toss your cooked-to-order wings including traditional favorites like buffalo and lemon pepper as well as signature originals like the Oklahoma Dry Rub and Mack Sauce. Mack's also offers cauliflower wings for those that don't eat meat. Pair your wings with a side of crisp, golden French fries or savory sweet potato fries to complete the full Mack's Wings experience. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. Also discussed Hutch's, Anadarko, Redbone Indian Tacos and Guymon. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #podcast #traveloklahoma #Tulsa #wings #truckstop #anadarko #guymon

Today we are discussing The Big Dipper Creamery located in Tulsa, Oklahoma. The Big Dipper Creamery creates indulgent ice cream flavors, best enjoyed in a cone, cup or sugar cookie sandwich. Head to this ice cream shop in Tulsa and Sand Springs and choose between delectable sandwich options like the Wild One, complete with lavender, sweet orange and fresh wild blueberries, or the Roasted and Toasted, made with caramelized bananas and local pecans. Seasonal rotations change often, so stop by regularly for new batches like sweet potato, salted peanut butter, olive oil and vegan chocolate. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. The Beavers Bend Depot and Stables in beautiful Broken Bow offers you the ride of a lifetime on a 1/3 size replica of the C.P. Huntington S.P. train built in 1863. With rides offered twice an hour, you can wind your way through the natural forest area to Wahoo Hill at Beavers Bend State Park and take in all that nature has to offer. After the train ride, be sure to stop by the stables for a one-hour trail ride through 2 1/2 miles of scenic terrain, with native wildlife views included. Children ages three years old and four years old must ride double with a parent, while older children will be at ease on their own experienced horse. Make your Broken Bow vacation memorable with a stop at the gift shop. Children will be thrilled with the varieties of candy and ice cream, while parents can browse for souvenirs at the Beavers Bend Depot & Stables. With free admission into the park, this vacation hangout is too good to miss. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

I recently taught my daughter the definition of bargain She said, “thanks dad that means a great deal!” Today we are discussing the Tulsa Flea Market in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Explore 50,000 square feet filled with antiques and collectibles at the Tulsa Flea Market. A favorite event for antique and vintage collectors since 1972, this massive flea market is sure to hold something that catches your eye. Head to Tulsa Expo Square and browse the diverse range of memorabilia, vintage goods and crafts for sale from indoor vendors. Whether looking for rare records, handmade jewelry, special books or primitive furniture, be sure to peruse the offerings at the Tulsa Flea Market and see what discoveries await. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. Flea Market Depot Tulsa Punk Rock Flea Market News Story from KJRH News. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

Life is what you bake it. Today we are discussing Country Bird Bakery in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Using regionally sourced grain and flour, Country Bird Bakery supports local farmers, while also supporting physical health, economy and ecology. This bakery aims to tell the story of the farmers and the land in a creative, fun, and unexpected way. They source the majority of their ingredients from from Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Texas. By utilizing a variety of grains, this bakery yields baked goods that are more nutritious and with a more complex and diverse flavor profile. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. News Story from the Oklahoma department of Tourism. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

Why did the waffle breakup with its girlfriend? She kept buttering him up. Today we are discussing Waffle That in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Topped with crispy fried chicken or served sweet with fresh berries, Waffle That! in Tulsa specializes in a comforting array of waffle creations. This family-owned eatery originally started out of a food truck, and has since expanded to multiple brick-and-mortar locations in Tulsa. Whether it's for breakfast, lunch or a weekend treat, dig into everything from savory waffles stuffed with bacon, egg and cheese to seasonal specials like pumpkin spice waffles. Load up on waffle fries smothered in Waffle That's favorite sauce, or stop by for sweet treats like cookie butter waffles. Whatever you're in the mood for, this popular waffle purveyor has the soul food to satisfy. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. News Story from the Oklahoma department of Commerce. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

Omelette you finish, but bacon is the best breakfast food of all time. Today we are discussing Nelson's Buffeteria in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A Tulsa tradition since 1929, Nelson's Buffeteria is famous for its hand-breaded chicken fried steak. This south side restaurant also specializes in American comfort food and serves breakfast all day. Stop by this historic eatery for daily specials such as barbecue ribs, baked chicken, hamburger steak and much more. Customers enjoy two side dishes like mashed potatoes or fried okra, plus a roll or corn bread. Order an iced tea or fresh cup of coffee and don't forget a slice of Nelson's homemade pies and cakes. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. News Story from Credit Donkey dot com. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

Where my ghouls at? Today we are discussing Tulsa Spirit Tours in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Join one of the state's most active and entertaining paranormal investigation teams for a macabre and fun night out. Tulsa Spirit Tours features several unique ghost tours that take you through numerous haunted sites in and around Tulsa. On the flagship Party Bus Tour, you can experience two hours of chilling history and first-hand ghost hunting. The tour, which has been in operation for over a decade, covers the Tulsa Race Riots, the Gilcrease Home & Tomb, the famous Tulsa Cave House and more. Visit Tulsa, Oklahoma's second-largest city, where Southern comfort and cosmopolitan style converge. A town enriched by its oil heritage, Tulsa boasts world-class cultural attractions, including the Philbrook Museum of Art and Gilcrease Museum. The city stands tall with its magnificent art deco treasures, Route 66 gems and the Cesar Pelli-designed BOK Center — a state-of-the-art venue for national concerts and sporting events. Tulsa's lively entertainment districts feature eateries, shopping and gaming, while the Tulsa music scene is the star of the state. Family fun also prevails in T-Town, home of the highly-rated Tulsa Zoo, while the city's Arkansas River trails and outdoor recreation areas offer outdoor respites from all the urban excitement. Tulsa offers a fabulous array of cultural amenities including the acclaimed Tulsa Ballet, Tulsa Opera, Tulsa Symphony Orchestra and other programs of the Tulsa Performing Arts Center. Theater-going opportunities abound around town, and the music scene pulses with sound from diverse genres, ranging from country and western to indie rock and punk. Be sure to catch a concert at the famous Cain's Ballroom or Tulsa Theater, too. A multitude of annual festivals and events like the Tulsa International Mayfest, Linde Oktoberfest Tulsa and ScotFest celebrate Tulsa's culture and heritage, adding to the long list of things to do in Tulsa. Discover unique facets of Tulsa's personality by visiting the many vibrant districts within the city. Anchored by the historic Blue Dome building, the Blue Dome Entertainment District is home to nightlife hot spots, hip restaurants and live entertainment. Visit the Brookside District for unique shopping experiences, upscale dining and plenty of nightlife options. The Tulsa Arts District features historic buildings that have been brought back to prominence via art galleries, theaters, restaurants, bars and dance clubs. For antique shopping, local and regional art galleries and more than 20 top local restaurants, visit the Cherry Street District in the northern midtown area of Tulsa. News Story from Republic World. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma

Kenneth von Roenn Jr. has designed and executed more than 1,500 commissions in the U. S., Middle East, Far East, Europe, Canada and Mexico. His work has been published in more than 75 books, magazines, and digital publications, and he has received more than 25 awards for work, including two hall of fames and lifetime achievement for the state of Kentucky. Von Roenn has also written and lectured on the topics of art in architecture, the evolution of architectural glass art, and the development and concerns of public art.  This Sunday, October 1, 2023, von Roenn will present examples of the architectural application of expressive glass and an introduction of what is on the horizon at the Stained Glass Association of America's conference, Forging New Paths, held September 27 – October 1, 2023 in Buffalo, New York. Also, a new documentary film of von Roenn's work by the noted film maker Sam Halstead has just been released. Says von Roenn: “As an architect, I am primarily concerned with the sympathetic relationship between my works of art and the buildings of which they are but a part and parcel. Harmonious integration is achieved when the work expresses a visual dialogue with the architecture by responding to the particular character and specific needs of a building.”  Von Roenn was born in 1948 in Louisville, Kentucky. As a young man, his interests were athletic, primarily in springboard and platform diving. He attended Florida State University on a full athletic scholarship, while also pursuing his interests in fine art, philosophy and English, earning a bachelor's degree in 1970.  Beginning his career in glass later that year at Louisville Art Glass, von Roenn was promoted to General Manager and in 1975 to President of the studio. In the early ‘70s he was an active member of the Stained Glass Association of America, serving on the executive committee and also as chairman of the publications committee. During this period, he compiled a body of innovative architectural glass artwork and established the studio as one of the most aesthetically and technically progressive in the country. He wrote regularly for several magazines on the topic of glass in architecture and taught courses in architectural art at the University of Kentucky School of Architecture from 1974 to ‘76.  Recognizing a need to pursue his evolving interest in architecture, von Roenn took a leave of absence from the studio in 1977 to pursue a master's degree in architecture at Yale University, graduating in 1981. While at Yale, von Roenn further developed his interest in architectural art through work with the architect/sculptor Kent Bloomer, which was culminated with his independent thesis entitled, “The Primary Modalities of Art's Relationship to Architecture: Integration, Juxtaposition and Synthesis.” While still in graduate school he founded in 1979 the von Roenn Studio Group in Branford, Connecticut, which designed and produced glass, architecture, graphics and furniture, executing commissions nationally and internationally.  In 1983, von Roenn returned to Louisville and worked for two architectural firms before establishing an architectural practice with two partners to form Bailey, Preston, von Roenn Architecture. Also at this time he returned to competitive diving, which culminated with winning 10 National Championship titles and two World Championship titles, setting two world records at the age of 41. Having achieved his earliest goal of becoming a world champion, von Roenn turned his exclusive attention to his true passion, expressive glass in architecture.  Recognizing a need for the development of expressive architectural glass, in 1991 von Roenn bought the Louisville Art Glass Studio and renamed it Architectural Glass Art, Inc. He expanded and reorganized the company, redirecting its focus on new roles and opportunities for glass in architecture. The studio quickly became recognized for its innovative application of new technologies in the execution of architectural glass art. Within the studio he served as the director of design and CEO/President, managing a staff of 30 and directing the exploration and development of techniques and technologies in glass fabrication. Von Roenn designed, and his studio produced, the world's largest glass sculpture, which crowns the top of the 3 Wells Fargo Center in Charlotte, North Carolina. This work weighs more than 500,000 pounds, can be seen from miles away and is designed to withstand hurricane force winds.  In the late ‘90s, von Roenn's desire to expand the studio led to his search for a new space. During this period, he joined with a group of developers and investors interested in the revitalization of downtown Louisville as well as the region's firm commitment to the arts. The group, guided by von Roenn's vision of a multipurpose glass facility, formulated a concept for Glassworks. From the original idea of a new home for Architectural Glass Art, von Roenn created a space for more than 50 glass artists to work and sell their art. He owned and oversaw the two galleries, a public workshop, a tour program, a special events program, the glass blowing studio, and a mobile glass blowing van powered by vegetable oil, all of which comprised Glassworks. More than 125,000 people visited Glassworks annually, which made it one of Louisville's most popular tourist attractions. In 2012 von Roenn sold his interest in Glassworks to focus his attention exclusively on architectural glass art.  In addition to designing his own projects, von Roenn has also collaborated with several significant artists on major projects including Al Held, Jose Bedia, Laura Battle, Thomas Sayre, and Jennifer Bartlett. He has also worked with many of the leading American architects including Cesar Pelli, Charles Moore, William Turnbull, Thomas Ventulett, Graham Gund, Turan Duda, Gyo Obata, David Rockwell, Peter Marino, Mark Simon, to name a few.  Von Roenn's work has been published in numerous books and in many major architecture magazines, including a feature article on his work in Architecture magazine. He has lectured extensively throughout North America and Canada and has written dozens of articles on art and architecture. Von Roenn has received numerous awards, including the Faith and Form Visual Arts Grand Award, American Crafts Award for Architectural Art, the AIA Allied Professional Award, the DuPont Benedictus Award, the Corning Museum Award, the Al Smith Fellowship, Tau Sigma Delta Architecture Fraternity Award, five Ministry & Liturgy's Bene Awards and 10 CODAworx Awards. In addition, von Roenn received the Crystal Award for his design of a glass bridge for the Louisville arena. This project has been recognized as a technological tour de force for the way in which artistic glass was used as a primary structural element for the bridge. He has been inducted into the American Glass Hall of Fame as well as the Atherton High School Hall of Fame and was named one the 25 most influential art professionals in the Midwest by Dialogue magazine. He was presented with the Governor's Award in the Arts for Lifetime Achievement in 2011 by the governor of Kentucky, which is the highest honor bestowed on a Kentucky artist.  In 2013 von Roenn decided it was time to begin to slow down (primarily at the urging of his domestic partner, Ursula Vourvoulis). He closed Architectural Glass Art and moved to Tallahassee, Florida, to work with Florida State University on the development of a new public art program. At FSU von Roenn also served as the Director of the Master Craftsman Studio as well as the founder of the Public and Architectural Art program. As a professor, von Roenn taught courses in public and architectural art as well as sculpture and creative entrepreneurship. He did not renew his contract with FSU in 2016 so he could once again turn his attention exclusively back to glass. That year, von Roenn was invited to present the keynote address to the American Glass Guild annual conference in Chicago.  With his move to Florida, von Roenn established Kaiser / von Roenn Studio with his partner Vourvoulis and serves as its Design Director. K/vR Studio's focus is on large-scale architectural glass projects nationally and internationally. Since its inception in 2013, K/vR Studio has completed major projects in Manilla, Philippines, Dublin, Ireland, Austin, Dallas and El Paso, Texas, Nashville, Tennessee, Denver, Colorado, Los Angeles and San Diego, California, Washington DC and Miami, Florida. He lectures frequently on the topic of public art and its role in communities as well as the role of artistic glass in architecture.  Says von Roenn: “As an artist and craftsman, I emphasize the poetic expression of glass or acrylic as it is animated with light by enhancing and employing its inherent and intrinsic characteristics and qualities. In developing Fluidity and the Ordered Turbulence pieces, I was primarily concerned with ensuring that the composition involved the viewer mentally and visually in a manner appropriate to its context. I believe that if viewers are to fully understand a thematic concept, they should mentally construct their own meaning, and that my role as both artist and architect is to assist, encourage, inspire and direct that effort.”   

Interior designer Benjamin Johnston began his career in architecture working in Japan for the renowned firm of Cesar Pelli. But he soon found himself drawn to interior design, and opened up his own shop in his home state of Texas. In a relatively young career, Ben has won wide recognition for his work—his projects have graced magazine covers, and he's landed product deals with Chaddock and S. Harris.  On this episode of the show, Johnston discusses the problem of luxury brands not offering luxury service, learning to talk money with clients, and why he strives for excellence, not perfection. This episode is sponsored by Loloi and ThibautLINKSBenjamin JohnstonDennis ScullyBusiness of Home

Published: March 30, 2020 How do you stay connected with college students when everyone is learning at home for the semester? What are the creative ways in which colleges can remain connected to students? On Today's show, Changing Our World‘s Jim Friend meets with members of the senior team at the St. Thomas More Chapel at Yale University who are doing just that. Jim is joined by Fr. Ryan Lerner, Chaplain; Joseph Connolly, Executive Director; Sr. Jenn Schaaf, OP, Assistant Chaplain; and Robin J. McShane, Director of Communications. The St. Thomas More Chapel and Center Today, Saint Thomas More Chapel (renovated in 2008) and Thomas E. Golden, Jr. Center (built in 2006) are award-winning, magnificent spaces that exemplify our ministry's commitment to excellence. More than just a beautiful building, The Thomas E. Golden, Jr. Center is a statement that Catholic life has come of age on Yale's campus. The center, designed by world-renowned architect and former Dean of Yale School of Architecture, Cesar Pelli of Pelli Clarke Pelli, is located across from the Pierson gateway.Today, of the 65% of the new students who returned their religious information cards back to the Yale Chaplain's Office, an average of 29% self-identified as being Catholic, making Catholicism the single largest religious denomination on Yale's campus.FORGING FORWARDDon't miss Changing Our World's Forging Forward this spring for continuing coverage of the webinar series FORGING FORWARD, a virtual philanthropic conference designed to bring you, nonprofit experts from around the country who are leading through the COVID-19 crisis.Please sign up for the live FORGING FORWARD virtual conference. Daily Spiritual Reflection and Prayers on “Kristin's Crosses” Join Jim and Kristin Friend and their family on Kristin's Crosses YouTube Channel for “Today's Catholic Prayers.” Jim and Kristin offer the daily Gospel and Reflection along with the Rosary and Catholic Prayers of the day. Click here to visit the YouTube Page and subscribe. If you would like to join the Kristin's Crosses prayer group on Facebook, click here to request to join.

Mention the name César Pelli and you can almost predict the sort of building you might see — shiny, sleek, and tall. Usually very tall. For decades, Pelli has been a byword for skyscrapers, and was even awarded a Lifetime Achievement by the Council of Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. When he died in 2019, his practice had completed over a hundred major projects, many of them dominating the skyline of the major cities of the world. And while they are hard to fault, they can sometimes be hard to love. But does that matter?

Uta Brandes ist Autorin, hält viele Vorträge und leitet Workshops. Dies alles überwiegend mit dem Fokus auf Gender im Design. Gemeinsam mit Michael Erlhoff gründete sie 2003 die Deutsche Gesellschaft für Designtheorie und-forschung (DGTF), deren Gründungsvorsitzende sie war, und 2013 das international Gender Design Network (iGDN), dessen Vorsitzende sie bis heute ist. Das gemeinnützigen iGDN vergibt seit 2017 den weltweit ersten und bisher einzigen Preis für gendersensibles Design, den iphiGenia Gender Design Award ( https://iphi-award.org ). Von 1995-2015 war Uta Brandes Professorin an der Köln International School of Design (KISD) der Technischen Hochschule Köln. Ausführliches Nachforschen führte zu dem Ergebnis, dass sie (wahrscheinlich weltweit) die erste ordentliche Professur im Design innehatte, die ausdrücklich Gender im Design gewidmet war. Im Kontext ihrer Lehre und Forschung an der KISD führte sie zahlreiche Projekte mit Unternehmen durch (u.a. in Kooperation mit Wilkhahn, Volkswagen AG, Dornbracht, Fortuna Köln). Beispiele für Designforschungsprojekte, die sie initiierte und leitete, waren zum Beispiel: „my desk is my castle”, eine vergleichende Studie in Wort und Foto auf allen fünf Kontinenten und in unterschiedlichen Branchen über Objekte, die sich auf Büroschreibtischen befinden, die nicht zur Erledigung der Arbeit gehören. Vergleichende qualitative Beobachtungsstudie „The Joy of Waiting“ über das Warteverhalten von Menschen im öffentlichen Raum in Hangzhou (VR China) und Deutschland (Köln). Non Intentional Design. Zur alltäglichen Umnutzung der Dinge. Uta Brandes nahm Dozenturen und Gastprofessuren an Hochschulen in Deutschland (UdK), Hong Kong (Hong Kong Polytechnic University), VR China (Art and Design Academy Hangzhou), Taiwan (Shieh Chien University), Australien (Western Sydney University), USA (Parsons School of Design) und Ägypten (German University Cairo) wahr. Uta Brandes ist keine Designerin, sondern sie studierte Sport (!), was sie aber nach 2 Semestern klugerweise zugunsten von Anglistik und Politischen Wissenschaften aufgab; später wechselte sie zu Soziologie und Psychologie. Neben einem kurzen ersten Ausflug an die Pädagogische Hochschule Bremen wechselte sie – ebenso klugerweise – an die Leibniz Universität Hannover, wo sie besonders von der Frankfurter Schule und der Psychoanalyse durch Professor:innen wie Oskar Negt, Peter Brückner und Regina Becker-Schmidt geprägt wurde. Nach ihrem MA arbeitete sie als wissenschaftliche Mitarbeiterin am Psychologischen Seminar der Uni Hannover; nach ihrer Promotion bei Oskar Negt und Regina Becker-Schmidt wurde sie Bereichsleiterin am Institut Frau & Gesellschaft in Hannover. Für einige Monate hielt sie sich in den 1980er Jahren aufgrund eines Stipendiums des German Marschall Fund in den USA auf, um Frauenförder-Projekte in New York, Chicago, Washington und St. Paul/Minneapolis zu untersuchen. Mitte der 1970er Jahre gründete sie nebenbei gemeinsam mit Michael Erlhoff einen kleinen (niemals profitablen) Verlag namens zweitschrift, in dem die gleichnamige Zeitschrift für Kunst, Design, Architektur, Literatur und Musik erschien. Publiziert wurden u.a. Beiträge von John Cage, Valie Export, Lawrence Weiner, George Brecht, Ernst Jandl, Friederike Mayröcker, Haus Rucker Co, Cesar Pelli, Alessandro Mendini... Zusätzlich wurden kleine Bücher veröffentlicht. Es war das Ziel der Beiden, 10 Ausgaben der zweitschift herauszugeben, was ihnen auch gelang. Danach wurde die Verlagstätigkeit beendet.

We are delighted to be speaking with Johann Zietsmann today! Johann is the President and CEO of the Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami. He joins us to share his unique and fantastic journey and talk about servant leadership, the philosophy of Ubuntu, and the arts. We even sing a little bit!   We hope you enjoy listening to today's captivating conversation with Johann Zietsmann! Bio: Johann Zietsman:  Born in the 1950s in South Africa, Johann Zietsman grew up under the Apartheid regime and first got involved in the arts as a brass player in his high school band. That led to his lifelong passion for the transformative value and role of the arts in a community. After serving in the military, he graduated as an architect, and Johann and his wife, Tharrie, moved to Ithaca, New York, where he completed a Master's degree in music. After returning to South Africa in 1982, Johann started a 20-year career in various executive arts management positions, including a music school, two orchestras, an opera, and music theatre company, a community arts center, a large multi-theatre performing arts company, and a commercial communications company. During this time, he was actively involved in the political transformation of his homeland through pioneering work in the arts, resulting in recognition from Mr. Nelson Mandela's government. As a volunteer, he launched and directed two community youth initiatives, which currently serve about 4000 at-risk children (annually) in townships. Johann and his family moved to the United States when he was recruited in 2002 by the International Society for the Performing Arts (ISPA), based in New York City. Since June 2007 he served as Executive Director of the Mesa Arts Center, and Director of Arts and Culture for the city of Mesa, Arizona. In December 2009, Johann accepted the position of President and CEO of Arts Commons in Calgary, Canada. He took up the role of President & CEO of the Adrienne Arsht Center in Miami in December 2018. Johann's journey Johann was born in South Africa during the apartheid. As with many other white South Africans, he grew up with the idea things were normal. In time, however, he realized how terrible and wrong apartheid was and tried to do something about it.  The military At eighteen, he got conscripted into the military to keep the “terrorists” (black people organizing resistance against apartheid) out of South Africa. He spent many years with other white South African soldiers in guerrilla warfare on the northern border between Namibia and Angola. He was also studying architecture and playing the French horn in a local symphony orchestra for pocket money at the same time. A difficult journey It was a difficult journey for people like Johann, who questioned apartheid and worked against it.  A music degree After graduating as an architect, Johann married and went to Ithaca, New York, where he did a Master's degree in music.  Returning to South Africa Johan and his wife returned to South Africa to be part of the struggle for democracy, and Johann spent the next twenty years working in arts management. Emigrating In 2002, Johann got recruited to a job in New York, so he and his family emigrated. He has lived and worked in various places in the US since then and has been in Miami for the last three-and-a-half years. Arts are universal Arts are universal because all humans have similar dreams, desires, and aspirations. We all laugh when we're happy, cry when we're unhappy, and dance when we hear music. The universality of the arts ultimately brought Johann to the profession he decided to pursue. A lesson learned from the arts One night, while at a shabeen (a bar/nightclub in a South African “township”) with some friends, Johann was fortunate enough to see the famous South African actor, John Kani, and another actor performing a play called The Island. It was written by South African playwright Athol Fugard and is about two Robben Island prisoners discussing what they want to do after their release. Johann did not know who John Kani was back then, but he loved the experience! A decision for life Watching The Island was the first time Johann fully understood that black and white people were the same emotionally. The understanding conveyed to him via the arts prompted him to become involved with the arts for the rest of his life. Nelson Mandela Johann met Nelson Mandela three times. He was a true leader, and Johann found him even more wonderful than everyone said he was! Teaching black kids Johann taught black kids over weekends while running the music school in Cape Town, even though he was not supposed to do so. He also visited Robben Island several times to do music demonstrations for the prison guards' children when Nelson Mandela was imprisoned there.  The Adrienne Arsht Center The Adrienne Arsht Center was started 20 to 25 years ago by members of the Mami community. The famous Argentinian architect, Cesar Pelli, designed the building and shaped it to look like two big mountains. The concert hall and the ballet house are both world-class venues. There are also smaller performance venues and other venues for education. The center is now in its 16th operating season. It typically does about 430 shows each year and attracts about 400,000 people. Miami Miami keeps on changing. To Johann, it appears to be a city that always wants tomorrow to be better than today. He finds the energy intoxicating! Covid Covid hit the Adrienne Arsht Center very hard. It was one of the first types of business to close down and one of the last to re-open. When it happened, Johann said the center lost its voice.  The Community Throughout Covid, Johann and his team wanted to improve the lives of everyone in their community in any way they could. They launched many different online programs. They also launched Arsht On the Road, a pop-up show that appeared in hotels, hospitals, and shopping centers.  Local artists Johann and his team did whatever they could to engage local artists and help them make some money because the gig scene had dried up. Online monetization Johann believes that there are more opportunities for online monetization in brand new work that has never been seen before and work that people are unlikely to see live. Ubuntu Ubuntu is an ancient African philosophy very close to Johann's heart. The philosophy embodies our inter-dependency as humans and is lived authentically in the African community. It means that if you are unhappy, I cannot be happy. Or if I have food, you will not go hungry. (Directly translated, it means that a person is a person through other people.) Great South African leaders like Nelson Mandela and the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu were advocates for Ubuntu.   Connect with Eric On LinkedIn On Facebook On Instagram On Website   Connect with Johann Zietsman The Adrienne Arsht Center Johann Zietsmann on LinkedIn  

Mention the name César Pelli and you can almost predict the sort of building you might see — shiny, sleek, and tall. Usually very tall. For decades, Pelli has been a byword for skyscrapers, and was even awarded a Lifetime Achievement by the Council of Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat. When he died in 2019, his practice had completed over a hundred major projects, many of them dominating the skyline of the major cities of the world. And while they are hard to fault, they can sometimes be hard to love. But does that matter?

It's time to turn a new leaf, because Tim Entwisle, director of the Royal Botanic Gardens of Victoria, is taking you on a tour of the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show after it returned from a two-year pandemic pause. This includes a stroll through a garden co-designed by tennis champion and current Australian of the Year, Dylan Alcott. Then Blueprint's resident chef Annie Smithers takes Jonathan through the battle of the hot cross buns: Hot or cold? Crunchy or mushy? Chocolate or fruity? Time to rid yourself of this cross to bear. Afterward, Shannon Mattern — a social anthropologist from New York's New School for Social Research — tells us why the metaphor of the city-as-computer doesn't quite fit, and instead, we should embrace a messy city. Plus, Colin Bisset delves into the austere design language of Cesar Pelli, an architect whose skyscrapers have been likened to "the sober aesthetic of a German luxury car or a well cut suit".

Principal Kelly Mangold speaks with Torti Gallas + Partners' Principal, Brian O'Looney, about starting a career as an intern for the legendary architect Cesar Pelli and choosing architectural design as an alternative to an automotive design career. O'Looney discusses the process of writing his book, Increments of Neighborhood: A Compendium of Built Types for Walkable and Vibrant Communities, and RCLCO's contribution of original research and analysis.

Yes, the Human Spider -French man Alain Robert came to Town to complete his mission to reach the summit of the Petronas Twin Towers, after 2 unsuccessful 2 attempts - 1997 & 2007. The Petronas Twin Towers upon completion in 1996 was awarded the Tallest Tower in the World then, overtaking the Sears Tower in Chicago with the height of the spires also taken into consideration. Nevertheless that was a big surprise win for Malaysia as the initial plan was not to aspire to take the position as the tallest tower in the World ! The Twin Towers, belong to our National :Petroleum Company comprises of 2 identical Twin Towers were built by 2 different companies- Tower 1- Japanese Hazama Corporation- Tower 2 - Samsung C& T. Each tower is 88 stories high, connected in the middle at level 41&42 by the skybridge which was installed by Samsung. Designed by the late Cesar Pelli - and Argentine-American architect, it reflects the Islamic Geometric Design of the 8 pointed star. The TwinTowers is part of the mix development area of the KLCC (Kuala Lumpur City Centre) and comprises other buildings like the Mandarain Oriental Hote, the Convention Centre , the Traders Hotel , the KLCC part, A mosque and also the Suria KLCC Shopping Mall. So when you are in Kuala Lumpur- don't miss the opportunity to see Malaysian's icon with your own eyes !! Malaysia Welcomes You !!

Cesar Pelli describes the process of designing the Petronas Twin Towers in Malaysia. The Petronas Towers, the central element of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre development, are a modern expression of Malaysia’s culture, history, and climate, and symbols of its economic growth and hopes for the future. The twin towers rise from a mixed-​use base of cultural, commercial, and public spaces set in a large park in the center of the city. Until 2004, they were the world’s tallest buildings.

César Pelli describes his work on the Fox Hills Mall Shopping Center, which he was involved with during his time at Gruen Associates. Situated on a 50-acre site, the Mall was originally anchored by three department stores, more than 132 specialty shops and a four-level, car-parking with direct access. Notable elements of its original design were a glass-and-steel "theme" staircase in the center of the mall, as well as angled bridges which connected multiple levels. The project received a Los Angeles Chapter AIA Citation for Design Excellence.

César Pelli talks about the design of the United States Embassy in Tokyo, Japan. He describes how reinforced concrete was made to look paper-thin in its application. This project, completed in 1976, is composed of a long, 12-story office tower and a parallel three-story office wing separated by a central court containing an auditorium, terraces and gardens.

César Pelli talks about the design for San Bernardino's City Hall, completed in 1969. The City Hall has been named as one of the nation’s outstanding city halls by the American Institute of Architects and Library of Congress, and was the recipient of an honor award for design excellence by the American Institute of Architects.

César Pelli talks about the Laboratories Building he designed in 1967 for COMSAT, a satellite manufacturing company, in Clarksburg, Maryland.

César Pelli talks about one of his earliest works, a public housing project in Hawaii. Kukui Gardens has long provided affordable housing in Honolulu, one of the most expensive housing markets in the nation.

César Pelli talks about one of his first projects, the Worldway Postal Center, a mail transfer center near Los Angeles International Airport, which he worked on in 1966. The Worldway Postal Center won an Honor Award from the Southern California Chapter of the American Institute of Architects in 1969.

César Pelli addresses how library design must take into account the changing ways that libraries are used. He describes here how his design for the Minneapolis Public Library is flexible and accommodates library evolution. The Minneapolis Central Library is a vital civic and cultural center for downtown Minneapolis. The highly sustainable design — the result of a collaborative, public process — reinvigorates the idea of the grand urban library, making it accessible and appealing to new generations.

César Pelli talks about the BOK Center in Tulsa, which hosts a range of events and performances, including sports, music, and circus performances. The Center is an 18,000-seat sports and entertainment venue that gives Tulsa its desired architectural icon. The design is contemporary while alluding to local culture, creating a world-​class design that is truly Oklahoman. As a central element of Tulsa’s regional development plan, the arena draws people to the city’s revitalized downtown.

Ruth Mitchell has been writing non-fiction articles for many years. White Oak is her first work of fiction. Her articles have appeared in Art & Antiques, The San Francisco Bay Guardian, American History, Fodor’s USA Travel Guide and Fodor’s Great American Vacations, Watercolor, American Style, Niche, Wedding Dresses, and Sailing magazines. Ruth interviewed world-renowned architect Cesar Pelli for Echoes magazine; wrote an article on early aviatrixes, Louise Thaden and Amelia Earhart, for American History magazine as well as many travel articles on Europe, the Bahamas, San Francisco, Antigua, and Napa Valley for Romantic Destinations. She has been editor of At Home in Arkansas and Special Publications Editor for Arkansas Business. Ruth also wrote Arkansas Heritage, a state-adopted Arkansas History textbook for elementary-aged children. You may find out more about Ruth by visiting: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthpeter... https://www.facebook.com/Ruth-Mitchel...

With just 44,000 residents, how did the town of Columbus, Indiana, become one of the nation’s leading architectural destinations—ranked sixth of all U.S. cities for architectural innovation and design by the American Institute of Architects? The answer: a community bank president named J. Irwin Miller. On the latest episode of the ABA Banking Journal Podcast, sponsored by Franklin Madison, historian and biographer Nancy Kriplen shares the story of how Miller—the head of both the family-owned Irwin Union Bank and the Fortune 500 diesel engine manufacturer Cummins—revitalized Columbus in the 20th century by recruiting some of the world’s most accomplished modern architects to design buildings there. Architects with credits in Columbus include Eliel Saarinen and his son Eero, Harry Weese, Cesar Pelli, Robert Venturi, I.M. Pei, Kevin Roche and Robert A.M. Stern. Kriplen discusses Miller’s role in hiring Eero Saarinen—best known for buildings like the Gateway Arch and the Dulles International Airport terminal—to design the Irwin Union Bank headquarters in 1954, which is considered one of the earliest open-concept bank buildings. She also speaks to his commitment as a community banker to local ownership and investment.

Page Principal, Talmadge Smith, sits down to discuss their new addition to the Fountain Place in Dallas Texas, his time working with Cesar Pelli, the importance of building lasting relationships with clients.

In the second part of Looped In's discussion with Houston real estate veterans Joe Colaco, Marvy Finger, Ed Wulfe and Welcome Wilson Sr., we talk about what it was like to work with the legendary architects Philip Johnson and Cesar Pelli; what transit solutions would work best for Houston; and why the Kirby Mansion is worth saving. Support the show.

"I am a strong believer that as one moves toward the future, the strongest and clearest way to do it is if you have a good sense of your past. You cannot have a very tall tree without deep roots." -- Cesar Pelli

In this episode, Tom speaks with Cesar Pelli, who is the Senior Principal at Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects. In 1977, Mr. Pelli became Dean of the Yale University School of Architecture and also founded Cesar Pelli & Associates. He resigned his post as Dean in 1984 but continues to lecture on architecture. Since the firm's establishment, Mr. Pelli has worked with his Principals to originate and direct the design of each of its projects. In 2005, in recognition of the increased role of the firm's principals, the firm was renamed Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects.

In this episode, Tom speaks with Cesar Pelli, who is the Senior Principal at Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects.In 1977, Mr. Pelli became Dean of the Yale University School of Architecture and also founded Cesar Pelli & Associates. He resigned his post as Dean in 1984 but continues to lecture on architecture. Since the firm’s establishment, Mr. Pelli has worked with his Principals to originate and direct the design of each of its projects. In 2005, in recognition of the increased role of the firm’s principals, the firm was renamed Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects.

Like something out of a bad standup act, Keith and Greg relive airport experiences and talk shit about a few. They then discuss one of Greg's little known passions, psuedonyms, and future plans to mess with people. Stone Phillips and Dateline are also discussed.

L'incontro fa parte del ciclo MI/ARCH | 8 Lezioni Pubbliche di Architettura Urbana, organizzato in occasione del 150° del Politecnico di Milano. Cèsar Pelli si è laureato in Architettura all'Università di Tucumán in Argentina, ha iniziato la sua carriera nello studio di Eero Saarinen lavorando come Project Designer per numerosi edifici tra cui il TWA Terminal al JFK Airport di New York e i Morse and Stiles Colleges presso laYale University. È stato Director of Design presso DMJM e, più tardi, Partner for Design da Gruen Associates, due studi di Los Angeles. In questi anni ha concepito diversi progetti vincitori di premi, come la San Bernardino City Hall di San Bernardino, il Pacific Design Center di Los Angeles e l'Ambasciata degli Stati Uniti a Tokyo. Nel 1977 è diventato rettore della Yale University School of Architecture (fino al 1984) e ha fondato lo studio Cesar Pelli & Associates, diventato nel 2005 Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects. Nella sua lunga carriera ha ricevuto 12 lauree ad honorem e oltre 200, tra premi e riconoscimenti. È membro dell'American Academy of Arts and Letters, della National Academy of Design, dell'International Academy of Architecture e dell'Academie d'Architecture de France. Nel 1995 ha vinto la "Gold Medal" dell'American Institute of Architects awarded e, nel 2004, l'Aga Khan Award for Architecture per il progetto delle Petronas Towers di Kuala Lumpur. A Milano ha progettato i tre edifici della Torre Unicredit, costruzione simbolo del complesso di Porta Nuova Garibaldi realizzato da Hines, di cui lo studio Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects è anche autore del masterplan. Gli edifici dell'area - che ospitano uffici, residenze, alberghi e spazi commerciali -- sono concepiti secondo i più avanzati criteri di risparmio energetico e per valorizzare la dimensione pedonale degli spazi che si sviluppano alla loro base.