Podcasts about oklahoma hall

Fall Y'all, Homeschool Days and free field trips, oh my! Today on Raising OKC Kids we are speaking with Emma Leach, Manager of Museum Education and Outreach at the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, Gaylord-Pickens Museum. We also discuss the importance of this institution in our community and for our state, and how learning about great Oklahomans can inspire the next generation of leaders.

On this episode I chatted with Tori Beechum owner of Culture Coffee. I met Tori a couple of months ago while recording with Vernon from GrpFly. Tori does some creative work as a part time gig but after talking I realized there's a lot more behind her camera. So we found time to dive into her story. Tori and her family ran a restaurant for 5 years in Oklahoma City while coming to the later years they were approached to open a coffee shop in a new apartment development near OU Medical. With no background in coffee but a vision for the area they decided to give it a shot. That coffee shop is Culture Coffee. One of the reasons for taking this leap was the history in the area and the potential to help raise this area. Tori tells us all about their specialty coffee's, hiring the right people and building a culture around serving a product. For more information go to www.culturecoffeeokc.com or follow them on instagram here www.instagram.com/culturecoffeeokc This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through it's people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com or follow them on instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof #thisisoklahoma  Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast.

On this episode I chatted Ban Nguyen. Ban is from Vietnam and came to the states after the Vietnam war as a refuge with his family. Ban and his family came to the states and were adopted by a gentleman in Tulsa. This Oklahoman owned a gas station, took Ban's family in gave them a job and a way to make a living. After much hard work Ban's father was able to save up and buy a house. Ban and his families new life in Oklahoma had started. Ban went to school in Tulsa before being accepted in to OSU. With education being the road to success for his family he studied hard but also equally enjoyed his new life at OSU. New experiences, independence and the American college life. GO POKES! After college Ban struggled to find a job due to the economy at that time in the mid 80's so he went to work for his father in law Mr Lee at Jimmy's Egg. With no intention of ever working at a restaurant Ban started to pick things up and quickly got to work for his father in law. Soon he decided to open up his own Jimmy's Egg on NW highway and McArther near Bethany Oklahoma. That was it, Ban was now in the restaurant business. Since that day he hasn't looked back with 24 stores of his own and over 70 stores in 11 states Jimmy's Egg is a well known breakfast spot for many in Oklahoma. There is a lot more to this story and I'm hesitant to share anymore to spoil the story. You'll just have to listen.  Thank you to Ban for coming on the podcast to share your story and to Mr Le for the legacy he has left in this state, may he rest in peace. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through it's people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com or follow them on instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof #thisisoklahoma  Thank you for listening and supporting the podcast.

On this episode I chatted with commercial headshot portrait photographer Charlie Neuenschwander. Charlie is from Piedmont and grew up with of science. Not photography. Some years later his mum bought him a basic Canon Rebel and that was all he needed. Charlie started photographing his kids, family members, birthdays etc. He got the bug and his hobby became an obsession to improve. With his new found obsession his goals grew and one day maybe he'd be a full time photographer. Well that day is here, Charlie shoots for 405 Magazine and I bet you've seen his work over. For more information on Charlie and his business head over to his website www.charlieneuenschwander.comCharlies instagram is www.instagram.com/charlie_neuenschwander_photoThis episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through it's people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com or follow them on instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof#thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chatted with fellow Brit Chris O'Hare. Chris is originally from Scotland. He grew up in a small town near Edinburgh and came to the states to run for and study at the University of Tulsa. While at Tulsa Chris won the Mile NCAA's title in 2012 with a time of 4:01. After graduating Chris signed with Adidas and with much success he was selected to compete in the 1500m at the 2016 Rio Olympics.  Chris tells some great stories about his time in Tulsa, coming over from Scotland to study and run for the school. Meeting his wife, getting married, moving to Boston to train and compete. His experience at the Olympics and then returning to Tulsa where he his wife and two sons now live today. Chris is recovering after surgery and hopes to make the Tokyo Olympics later this season. Follow Chris on Instagram www.instagram.com/chrisohare1500.This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and follow them on social media www.instagram.com/oklahomahof #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chatted with Justin Lawrence, if you've ever driven down 10th street in OKC you most likely have seen his building. Theres a whopping great big mural on the front that says Oklahoma Shirt Company. Well, Justin is the man behind that and now a team of 55 employees too. But with all great businesses it didn't start like that. It started in his garage. Justin grew up new Eufaula Oklahoma. His Mom had him in all the activities as a kid and even helped him when he joined the OKC Magic Club. Growing up Justin loved music, he was in bands growing up, he's still in one now. Played at church, literally all of the above. Justin studied at UCO alongside music graphic design was a huge influence but something kept nagging at him and that was Med School. Listen in to todays podcast and hear Justins incredible story. His journey from his garage to making t-shirts for the OKC Thunder games is quite the listen. For more information on Justins company go to www.oklahomashirtcompany.com This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. Follow them on social media www.instagram.com/oklahomahof or online www.oklahomahof.com  

On this episode I chatted OKC native Chris Cox. Chris has a marketing agency called The House OKC. Targeting the restaurant industry in Oklahoma City. Chris tell us his great story about how the House started. How during the pandemic he founded The House Helps, a non profit aimed at helping the bars and restaurants stay afloat during the lockdown. As we all know businesses have been hit hard and some have unfortunately closed due to the demands of covid. Chris is a huge part of the industry in OKC. He loves tigers and no its not to do with Tiger King. He explains in the podcast why he loves tigers so much. As well as the impact the community has had on the local businesses owners during 2020. Podcast will be released tomorrow.Follow Jonathan on instagram here www.instagram.com/thechriscoxonline at www.thehouseokc.comThank you for listening and supporting the podcast.This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. Follow them on instagram here www.instagram.com/oklahomahof and their website www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma

On this episode I chatted with Shannon Rich founder of LeadHERBoard. Shannon has spent her career leading organizations through transformational projects by challenging traditional methods. As president and CEO of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, she directed the single largest endeavor in the organization’s 90-year history-the opening of the Gaylord–Pickens Museum, unveiling a complete renovation of one of Oklahoma’s oldest treasures, the former Mid-Continent Life Insurance Building. She has been recognized as one of Oklahoma’s “Most Admired CEOs,” is a three-time honoree and inductee of the Circle of Excellence for the Journal Record’s “50 Making a Difference” and a member of “Achievers Under 40.” She served as a delegate for the White House Conference on Women and also as a host committee member for Governor Frank Keating’s Conference for Women.The vision of LeadHERboard is to elevate, engage, and empower professional women by ensuring they have a seat at the table.With no tools in place to find qualified women service providers or when filling vacant corporate positions, the concept of LeadHERboard was born.For more information go to www.theleadherboard.com www.facebook.com/leadHERboard and www.instagram.com/leadherboard#thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chatted with Vernon Deas founder of GRPFLY. Vernon has been there, done that and literally bought and sold the t-shirt. Sorry I couldn't help myself. About: The dream that started in a small bedroom in 2008 has evolved into a global brand that LEADS, INSPIRES and brings HOPE to people across the world. GRP FLY was birthed from a vision to transform youth culture and pioneer progression towards a higher purpose. The brand has undergone metamorphosis into one of the industry’s premier giveback organizations dedicated to driving change, igniting vision, and empowering families in disenfranchised communities.The term Group Fly simply means, “a group of people reaching a higher destination”. Our brand wants to do 3 things: CREATE amazing product, LEAD, and INSPIRE others. We attached the infamous tagline FLY OR DIE to our brand because we believe in life you’re either progressing towards achieving your goals and dreams or…you are just taking up space and dying….FLY OR DIE.www.grpfly.com www.instagram.com/grpfly This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and follow them on instagram @oklahomahof. #thisisoklahoma

On this episode I chatted with Steven Vekony. Steven graduated from Oklahoma State and for two years had the incredible opportunity to be Pistol Pete from 2017-2019. Steven tells us all about the role as Pete, the history, the events on and off the field and ultimately what it feels like to be Pete. What it meant to him and to the people of Oklahoma State. Steven talks about the process of becoming Pete, trying out for years before being selected. The first game, the first appearance the weddings, events and more. Steven talks about the legacy of Frank Eaton who Pistol Pete is based on. This episode was so much fun and filled with little gems about Pete. Not just for OSU fans but all sports fans. #GoPokesThank you for listening and supporting the podcast. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and on instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I sat with Blake Shipman. Blake is a professional videographer. His company "BShipman Films" produces some of Action Sport's most entertaining and distinguished work for the world wide web. From skits to full blown documentary features, BShipman Films constantly uploads new content! After 10 years on the road with Monster energy following motocross, monster trucks and more around the country. Blake is now back in Oklahoma making promo films for his motorsports clients and constantly uploading new videos to his YouTube channel of 30+ thousand subscribers. Blakes channel has over 11 million views. Follow him on instagram here www.instagram.com/blakeshipmanand on Youtube here https://www.youtube.com/c/BShipmanFilmsThis episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and follow them on instagram here www.instagram.com/oklahomahof#thisisoklahoma

On this episode I chat with Lance McDaniel. Lance has just finished directing a movie called Finding Carlos which is being aired for free on deadcenterfilm.org until the end of December. Lance grew up here and has lived some life in his years. Traveled a lot, worked for some of the best in a variety of businesses and now he finds himself back home in OKC working on his movie directing dreams. Lance spent 10 years working for Deadcenter Film festival, before that worked in LA on movies with Grey Frederickson and before that after graduating from Stanford university worked for Levis and many other big names on the tech side. A wonderful human and many many stories. Lance was previously on the podcast on episode # which we dive deeper into his journey back home. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and on instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chatted to return guest Jabee. Jabee has a huge voice in the community and does more good things for OKC than there are words to express. But, on this episode we caught up since our previous podcast last May Episode #59 to talk about his new album, performing during covid, protesting through artistic expression. Performing during covid at Tower Theater.  Jabee likes food, his Saturday morning brunch gatherings. His new pizza concept coming in Jan to the East side of OKC. Working on a movie called Finding Carlos ( out now at deadcenterfilm.org ) and what's planned for the future.Follow Jabee here www.instagram.com/mynameisjabee This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and on social media www.instagram.com/oklahomahof #thisisoklahoma

On this episode I chatted with Jason Duncan. Jason grew up in Edmond, moved to Nashville for college to study music business. While studying in Nashville he was introduced to entrepreneurship. A class came available and so he turned his attention to business building with the plans to launch an event space. That morphed into a coffee shop but Jason was challenged to learn more about coffee than he originally wanted to. Learning about coffee he became amerced in the scene. Taking classes in Portland with new friends and his wife Jenny who he met while at university in Nashville. Jenny a Colorado native and Jason from Oklahoma, they needed a location to launch Jasons 85 page business plan. With Edmond being home but nothing really happening and Jason's love for travel, Jennys family in Colorado they chose Bozeman. Signed a lease sight unseen and moved across the country from Nashville to Colorado. Doing all they could to make this vision into a realty Jason opened up Evoke in Bozeman. As events unfold and business opportunities come and go. Jason and Jenny start a catering company and with some persuading come to OKC to cater a few events. Enough to pay for their trip. They then realized that OKC / Edmond could be a possibility and moved to launch EVOKE in OKC / Edmond. This episode is filled with wisdom, life lessons, business lessons and community. Episode released Friday. Tine into hear Jasons story and how he is now a huge part of Edmonds councils, planning and community building. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. Follow them on instagram here www.instagram.com/oklahomahof and their website www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chatted with Sabah Khan. Friend, fellow podcaster and all around trailblazer. Born in Pakistan, the youngest of three siblings. At aged 4 Sabah's Dad moved the family to America so that the women in the family could have a better life. ( What a gentleman! ) They moved to West Virginia before making down to Oklahoma.  Sabah grew up in Edmond went to OU before finishing up at UCO. While in college Sabah worked at Apple. After 5 years there, she left and launched her own tech company called FRIENDLiTECH. This is the start of a journey for Sabah, discovering who she is, what she likes and where she's ultimately supposed to be. Starting a tech company, working for an interior designer, being on a TV show... all of these leads to taking some well earned time off and traveling to faraway destinations. Visiting New Zealand, Australia and then a family vacation to Italy and Turkey. Discovery is happening. Sabah gets a call from her now boss with an opportunity to manage their store. This is the opportunity, calling, the sign she's been looking for. Sabah has found her calling and its great to listen to her talk with passion about her career. Sabah has a podcast with cohost Branna Bell called The Cannabis Hangout found here www.cannabishangout.com where they talk with industry leaders and break the stigma around cannabis use. Follow Sabah on instagram www.instagram.com/sabahs.worldThis episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. Follow them on instagram here www.instagram.com/oklahomahof and their website www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma

Nov. 18th -  22 years ago today, Reba was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in Tulsa.  What else happened today in Country Music? Find out here and at 6:35pm on 99.5 The Wolf!  Support the show: http://www.995thewolf.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode I chatted with Rashawn Copeland about his new book, Start Where You Are. Rashawn is a Storyteller, Podcast host, and a friend of many. He served as an Army Medical Officer for 10 years. In 2018 he saw a need in the Philippines and he help found what is now known as I'm So Blessed Daily. Rashawn has worked alongside Manny Pacquiao in the Philippines. Theres so much to unpack in this episode and you will be blown away while listening.Follow Rashawn on instagram www.instagram.com/jesusfeedGo to his website here www.rashawncopeland.me You can buy the book on amazon here https://www.amazon.com/Start-Where-You-Are-through/dp/1540900118/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=start+where+you+are&qid=1605649623&sr=8-1This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. Follow them on instagram here www.instagram.com/oklahomahof and their website www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma  

On this episode I chatted with former Oklahoma State Spirit Rider Elise Wade. Elise has such a great Oklahoma story. Growing up in Enid Oklahoma, put on the back of a horse before she could walk. She tells us how growing up riding horses, jumping horse and competing in Rodeo Queen competitions prepared her for life. The cowboy way of life. In part 1 ( last week ) we talked about the experience of riding Bullet and what it means. What Bullet the Spirit of Oklahoma State means to everyone. In this episode we talk about what Elise has going off the field since Bullet. The marketing opportunities, modeling and sideline reporting with Bull Fighters Only and hopefully with Monster Jam soon.Follow Elise here www.instagram.com/theelisewade This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and on Instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof  #thisisoklahoma

On this episode I chatted with former Oklahoma State Spirit Rider Elise Wade. Elise has such a great Oklahoma story. Growing up in Enid Oklahoma, put on the back of a horse before she could walk. She tells us how growing up riding horses, jumping horse and competing in Rodeo Queen competitions prepared her for life. The cowboy way of life. So as you can imagine, riding Bullet on the field at Boone Pickens Stadium was a dream come true. We dive in to how Elise started riding horses, how she grew to love and dream about OSU. How riding Bullet on to the field for the first time felt and more. This episode was so good we had to split it in two so stay tuned for part 2 in next weeks Oklahoma Hall of Fame episode. Follow Elise here www.instagram.com/theelisewade This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and on Instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof  #thisisoklahoma

On this episode I had the opportunity to chat with retired Army Vet Dillon Cooper. Dillon is from Wewoka Oklahoma, grew up in a doublewide trailer in the middle of nowhere as he says. But from nowhere he making a huge impact on his community. Especially the younger kids he teaches. Dillon has just opened up his Mindset Academy in the heart of Wewoka. He wrote a book documenting his transition and journey to build this academy. The book is called Organized Chaos link here.https://www.amazon.com/Organized-Chaos-Dillon-Cooper/dp/0578633426"Organized Chaos is a powerful story detailing a veteran's journey into teaching and working with at-risk youth. After his first year of teaching, he realized the lack of resources for kids outside of school. This led him to create his own outreach center using nothing more than a group of his students and sheer determination. This true story is sure to empower, motivate, and inspire anyone who reads it."This podcast is the present day story and future plans of what Dillon has manifested and built since coming home to Wewoka after the military. It was an honor to sit with him to share his story and be present for the grand opening of the Mindset Academy. Follow Dillon on Instagram www.instagram.com/thetattooed_teacher87www.themindsetacademy.orgThis podcast is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com or on Instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof#thisisoklahoma

On this episode I chatted with Bobby and Sally from The Mid South Gravel race. A 100 mile gravel cycle race and 50k ultra marathon held in Stillwater Oklahoma in March. I ran the 50k this year and I can tell you it was one of the best things I have ever done. Pushing yourself brings the biggest highs and I am extremely excited to be in the 100 mile cycle race for 2021. We dive into the history of The Mid South, where the idea came from, how Bobby and Sally came together, how the cycle scene in Stillwater especially for gravel racing is just insane!!! This race started with a few friends and recently hosted thousands of endurance athletes from all over the world. Including professional cyclists, riders for Team USA, Redbull sponsored athletes. ITS A BIG DEAL! All coming to Stillwater Oklahoma for some of the worlds best red dirt gravel roads in the country. Follow on social media @midsouthgravelBobby - @unlearnpavementSally - @stillwater_cyclesDistrict Bicycles - @districtbicyclesThis episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online at www.oklahomahof.com 

On this episode I welcome back two previous guests Matt Payne and Rachel Cannon to talk about their new venture. Bringing big movie production, tv shows and more to Oklahoma. As you may have seen over the last few weeks this pair of creators have been blasted over various front covers and rightly so. They deserve it all and I am extremely excited to share their story with you today. Making bog moves recently with the announcement of the Cox Convention Center being used as a location to build sets for shows etc. But enough from me. Enjoy this episode and the future that is Prairie Surf Media. Previous episode with Matt #24Previous episode with Rachel #179Follow on social @prairiesurfmedia This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through It's People Since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and on social media @oklahomahof #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chat with Mr Guthrie Heady Coleman. The best greeter in Oklahoma. Wear red socks everyday. Pastor at North, community builder and GO Win coach. Loved my time with Heady. Anytime I'm in Guthrie America I have to swing by for a high five and a chat. The ever uplifting Heady Coleman is full of life. Today we talked about how Heady has pivoted during COVID. How he's spreading the GO WIN approach to life and the things you need to do the next time you go to Guthrie. Presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through It's People Since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and follow them on social media @oklahomahof#thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chatted with KIZE Concepts founder Jeff Ragan. Jeff is born and raised OKC. He attended Putnam City North and then graduated from OU. As he likes to say he was an intramural junkie at OU and always has had a passion for health and fitness. Helping friends with diet plans, fitness workout plans all the way through college. After Jeff graduated he started working at Chesapeake and continued his passion for sports and fitness. One day he over heard people complaining about their diets and that they couldn't find anything they'd like to eat that was healthy. So he set off on a mission to make a healthy snack bar that actually taste good. KIZE was born. In this episode Jeff tells us about the KIZE story from inception to landing on of the biggest retailers in the country and how he continues to give back through KIZE to the community here in OKC and outside too. For a list of stores where KIZE is sold go to www.kizeconcepts.com and follow them on social media @kizeconcepts.This episode is presented by The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online www.oklahomahof.com and on social media @oklahomahof #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chatted with Tracy Zserdin. Tracy lives in Guthrie Oklahoma. Born in Boulder CO. She and her husband Mike moved to OKC for work. Then she found Guthrie and fell in love. Shortly after they moved a little north and started diving into the community. Tracy is a former President of the Guthrie Chamber of Commerce and still plays a huge role in the community today. We dive into her background, her love for Colorado, her love for Guthrie and their new start up called Made Possible By which you can visit here www.madepossibleby.us Follow Tracy here @tracy_z_thats_me @madepossiblebyHuge thanks again to our sponsor. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on all social media platforms @oklahomahof and online at www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I chatted with return guest Noah Elias to talk about his company Stars and Stripes Company which makes hand made American flags. Based in Broken Arrow Oklahoma Noah has a great story. This business came from a need, Noah's uncle bought a barn and had visions of an American flag sitting above the barn doors. Noah searched the Internet and could only find flags made in China. So he taught himself carpentry and made a flag for his uncle. From that flag came more orders and the business was born. Now Noah has many products for all price ranges, from custom hand made flags to canvas prints and apparel. If you love America and what it stands for this is the item for you. Check out the store here www.starsandstripesco.com Follow them on Instagram and all other social media platforms @starsandstripescompanyFollow Noah @noahelias This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online for all other information www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma

On this weeks Oklahoma Hall of Fame episode I sat with Kevin Deshazo. Kevin has spend the last decade helping athletes, coaches and administrators to be better on social media. He founded Fieldhouse Media to help leaders and teams create championship culture with Culture Wins, a division of GiANT Worldwide. He's presented and spoken on more than 250 college campuses and national conventions over the past 9 years. He's been quoted by the likes of ESPN, The New York Times and USA Today. He's fueled by coffee, mostly Eote coffee as his office sits directly above it. He likes to read a lot of books and run a lot of miles. His new book "Keep Chopping Wood" is available on his website here Kevin lives in OKC with his wife Megan, and three boys Gabe, Noah and Asher.This episode was a really interesting look into the world of social media and what is can and can't do for student athletes, coaches and administrators. In the beginning coaches and admins asked Kevin to come to campus and convince their athletes to stay off social media. 9 years later they are pushing their athletes, helming them build their social media footprints, their brand to increase views, eyes, and advertising of their institutions. Social media is where we get all of our information. Its where we want to see what the college athletes, coaches and athletic directors engaging. Showing the fans who they are, what they like to do and why we love them as fans. Follow Kevin on all platforms @kevindeshazo This podcast is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on all social media platforms @oklahomahof and online for more information about the museums events www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I was fortunate enough to chat with Legendary voice of the OU Sooners Mr Toby Rowland. Toby and I both graduated from SNU. As a Nazarene pastors kid it was written on the wall that he would attend SNU in Bethany Oklahoma. We talked a lot about his time at SNU learning about sports broadcasting under the watchful eye and guidance of another SNU legend Dr Larry Mills. Toby was a basketball player but the coach at the time gave him his opportunity to develop SNU's sports broadcasting program in a nice way of saying "I need your scholarship for someone who' going to do more than sit on the bench" The best thing that could have happen to young T. Rowland at the time. This opportunity lit his fire and he began his long childhood dream of calling games. Through the help of some SNU faculty Toby moved to intern at Channel 9 where he worked after college for a decade  until the OU job came available. Toby talks about the interview process, the dream, getting through each round and then meeting with President Boren for over an hour talking life. He got the call and his dream became a reality. Toby would be the new voice of Sooner football, basketball and baseball. He hasn't looked back and has had the incredible opportunity to call some of the best sooner games in the last 9 almost 10 years. Follow Toby on all platforms @soonervoice and buy his new children's book. Unhitch the Wagon, The Story of Boomer and Sooner is the rhyming tale of Bennie and Bud, two ponies who have a big dream to one day become Boomer and Sooner, the greatest ponies in all of Oklahoma.https://www.amazon.com/dp/1734463775/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_UaAeFbWXEM154This podcast is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on all social media platforms @oklahomahof and online for more information about the museums events www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma  

 On this episode I chatted with Founder of Skydance Brewing Co Jake Keyes. Jake also has a podcast called Brewed with Hustle which I was fortunate enough to be interviewed for a few weeks ago. Link here: BREWED WITH HUSTLE PODCASTJake is a former tribal gaming executive, Native Business Magazine Top 50 Entrepreneur, brewer and owner of Oklahoma City’s first Native American owned craft brewery, Skydance Brewing Co. his podcast "Brewed with Hustle" is a collection of conversations with leaders and entrepreneurs as they share their stories, tips, tricks and habits that will inspire you to take action on your dreams. Jake has built a tribe of influencers who have helped him along his journey of building a business that include tribal leaders, bar and restaurant owners, brewers, marketing professionals, coffee roasters and so much more. Now he is using this podcast as a platform to document his conversations with these inspirational people as he makes his journey towards creating a craft beer business that is truly Brewed with Hustle!Jake has a fascinating story, he shares where his passion for brewing came from and where he passion for sales started out too. A true Oklahoma story for you today. This podcast is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through It's People Since 1927. For more information about the Hall of Fame. Go to www.oklahomahof.com and follow them on social media @oklahomahof 

On this weeks Oklahoma Hall of Fame episode I chatted with Tiffany Webb founder of Britten & Baileys. It was founded by Tiffany and her husband Heath. After years of working in the retail industry producing candles for stores all over the country. Tiffany spotted a gap in the market and decided to launch her niche luxury candle company. Going all in they sold their home, moved into an apartment with their two kiddos and started to build Britten & Bailey's. Enjoy this fantastic entrepreneurial story and check out there candles at www.brittenandbaileys.com@brittenandbaileys on social media. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma

On this weeks Oklahoma Hall of Fame episode I sat with Water4 CEO Matt Hangen. Matt has almost given his life for Water4. Thankfully with the help of some amazing US Doctors he is still here today. A phenomenal story and one that will make you question yourself. "Are you doing enough, are you living life to your full potential" I can say with confidence that Matt has made that switch and is working towards living life to the fullest every single day. Matt lives in Guthrie right now. But he grew up in Alabama in a poor community. Not a successful world beater from day one. He was kicked out of school after being sent home for the 7th time and was not asked to return. At this time Matt's grandfather had passed and had left his parents some money, that money sent Matt and his sister to a private Christian school. This is where Matt's life takes a turn. For the first time he has teachers who actually care about him, care about his future and he starts to excel. He graduates and accepts a scholarship to university for engineering. Growing up in the country Matt was naturally good with his hands and could practically fix anything. But something happened and Matt decided not to go to college for engineering but to attend a college to become a minister. Fast forward Matt raises $8000 for a charity to provide clean water in Africa and is sent with that money on a mission trip to Africa. This is where the story gets really interesting and honestly I'm going to skim the details because Matt does a far better job of telling the story on tomorrow podcast. But in short, after a young boy dies in the village that Matt and his wife are living in because of dirty water. He builds a well, and another and then insists the help of Water4. He stays in Africa building wells across the country for years!! Only to be crippled by the same dirty water that killed the young boy. He is rushed to the hospital, eventually sent back to the states for medical attention and spends months recovering. The drug that saves him is over $3000 a month! Matt's journey kicks on again from this point, after thinking he was done, thinking his life was over he has a new perspective on the opportunity we call life. He is over weight at 300+ lbs and decides that he is going to run a half marathon. He starts by running to the end of his driveway and back. Then that year he runs a half marathon, then a marathon and then runs an ultra marathon. This year Matt was supposed to complete his first half iron man. Due to Covid19 the event was cancelled. That didnt stop him, he did it solo with the help of his wife and kids, rode, ran and swam it all in Guthrie. Matt has also ran the rim to rim to rim in the Grand Canyon. Thats one end, down into the valley, up the other end and then back.  Matt is a true inspiration and now is the CEO of Water4 impacting lives all across Africa building wells and providing clean water for thousands. For more information about the WALK FOR WATER click herehttps://water4.org/walk4water2020/Follow Water4 on all social media platforms @water4 and follow Matt @matt.hangenThis podcast is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online www.oklahomahof.com#thisisoklahoma

On this episode I sat with Sec Blayne Arthur to talk all things Oklahoma Ag! Growing up in an agricultural family, studying in Stillwater and being the first women to hold the position. Awesome time with Sec Arthur and one you'll enjoy hearing. BIOOn January 14, 2019, Blayne Arthur was sworn in by Governor Kevin Stitt as the Oklahoma Secretary of Agriculture—the state’s first female to hold the position. She acts as Governor Stitt’s chief advisor on policy development and implementation related to agriculture, food and forestry, and holds the titles of Oklahoma Commissioner of Agriculture and the President of the Oklahoma State Board of Agriculture.Secretary Arthur grew up in Chickasha, Oklahoma, where her family raised horses, shorthorn cattle, wheat, alfalfa and soybeans. Upon graduating from Oklahoma State University in 2004, with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural economics, Sec. Arthur took a role in small-business financing for Rural Enterprises, Inc. In 2009, the then-Secretary of Agriculture, Terry Peach hired her as the department’s social media coordinator. When Secretary Jim Reese was elected in 2011, he offered her the position as the Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture, where she stayed from 2011 to 2016. In 2016, she served as the Executive Director for the Oklahoma 4-H Foundation until her appointment by Governor Stitt.She is the 2016 Oklahoma Cattlemen’s Association Distinguished Service Award Recipient; remains active in Oklahoma Farm Bureau, Diamond Hats, American Quarter Horse Association, Oklahoma Beef Council, and Ponies of the Americas; and selected for multiple honors including Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Program Class XV, a Journal Record 2011 Achievers Under 40 honoree, and the 2014 Oklahoma Agricultural Woman of the Year.Secretary Arthur married Jerrod Arthur in 2006 and they have two children, Kelton and Kennedy, who both enjoy showing cattle and horses. The Arthur family lives east of Stillwater and raise show cattle for 4-H and FFA members. This podcast is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online www.oklahomahof.com and on social media @oklahomahof  #thisisoklahoma

On this episode myself and Shannon interviewed Dr Geroge Henderson. There's so much to talk about in this episode and so much to share so we've devided it into two parts. This first part Dr Henderson talks about his early childhood up to coming to Norman Oklahoma. In Part 2 we'll dive into his work at OU and his thoughts on the future. BioIn 1967, Dr. George Henderson became the University of Oklahoma’s third full-time African American faculty member at the Norman campus. In 1969, he became the first African American in Oklahoma universities to be a distinguished professor when he was appointed the Sylvan N. Goldman Professor of Human Relations, Education and Sociology. Later, he was appointed to three other distinguished professorships: David Ross Boyd Professor, Regents’ Professor, and Kerr-McGee Presidential Professor. After he became the Goldman Professor, he founded the Human Relations Department, which he chaired for 20 years. From 1996 to 2000, he was dean of the College of Liberal Studies. Thus, he was the first African American at the University of Oklahoma to create a degree-granting department; and the first African American dean of a degree-granting college on the Norman campus. Although he retired from the University in 2006, he still teaches on a part-time basis. A civil rights pioneer in higher education in Oklahoma, George Henderson has achieved many other notable accomplishments. His awards and honors include being the recipient of the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence Medal for the Outstanding College and University Professor in 2000; State of Oklahoma Black Heritage Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003; induction into the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame in 2003 and also induction into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2003. The Henderson Scholars Program and the Henderson-Tolson Cultural Center on the Norman campus bear his name. The University of Oklahoma awarded him an honorary doctorate (Doctor of Humane Letters) at the May 2011 Commencement. In 2015, Oklahoma Today Magazine named Dr. Henderson one of the forty-five most influential African American Oklahomans. A race relations and civil rights scholar, George Henderson has taught university courses and spoken at conferences and workshops throughout the United States and internationally. In addition, he has written 34 books and 50 articles. In 2011, the Oklahoma Historical Society selected Race and the University as the Outstanding Book on Oklahoma History published in 2010. Also in 2011, Dr. Henderson and his wife Barbara were recipients of the Xenia Institute’s Sam Mathews Social Justice Award. They were the first African American property owners in Norman. Dr. Henderson’s master’s degree in sociology and Ph.D. in educational sociology are from Wayne State University in Detroit. This episode is presented by the oklahoma hall of fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on instagram @oklahomahof and online www.oklahomahof.com Voices of Oklahoma Interview https://www.voicesofoklahoma.com/interview/henderson-george/ Shannon Rich Interviewhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-shannon-rich/id1387331955?i=1000467234333 #thisisoklahoma Dr Henderson new book https://www.amazon.com/Cultural-Diversity-Inclusion-Justice-Henderson/dp/039809330X/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=George+henderson&qid=1595989656&s=books&sr=1-1

On this episode myself and Shannon interviewed Dr Geroge Henderson. There's so much to talk about in this episode and so much to share so we've devided it into two parts. This first part Dr Henderson talks about his early childhood up to coming to Norman Oklahoma. In Part 2 we'll dive into his work at OU and his thoughts on the future. BioIn 1967, Dr. George Henderson became the University of Oklahoma’s third full-time African American faculty member at the Norman campus. In 1969, he became the first African American in Oklahoma universities to be a distinguished professor when he was appointed the Sylvan N. Goldman Professor of Human Relations, Education and Sociology. Later, he was appointed to three other distinguished professorships: David Ross Boyd Professor, Regents’ Professor, and Kerr-McGee Presidential Professor. After he became the Goldman Professor, he founded the Human Relations Department, which he chaired for 20 years. From 1996 to 2000, he was dean of the College of Liberal Studies. Thus, he was the first African American at the University of Oklahoma to create a degree-granting department; and the first African American dean of a degree-granting college on the Norman campus. Although he retired from the University in 2006, he still teaches on a part-time basis. A civil rights pioneer in higher education in Oklahoma, George Henderson has achieved many other notable accomplishments. His awards and honors include being the recipient of the Oklahoma Foundation for Excellence Medal for the Outstanding College and University Professor in 2000; State of Oklahoma Black Heritage Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003; induction into the Oklahoma Higher Education Hall of Fame in 2003 and also induction into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2003. The Henderson Scholars Program and the Henderson-Tolson Cultural Center on the Norman campus bear his name. The University of Oklahoma awarded him an honorary doctorate (Doctor of Humane Letters) at the May 2011 Commencement. In 2015, Oklahoma Today Magazine named Dr. Henderson one of the forty-five most influential African American Oklahomans. A race relations and civil rights scholar, George Henderson has taught university courses and spoken at conferences and workshops throughout the United States and internationally. In addition, he has written 34 books and 50 articles. In 2011, the Oklahoma Historical Society selected Race and the University as the Outstanding Book on Oklahoma History published in 2010. Also in 2011, Dr. Henderson and his wife Barbara were recipients of the Xenia Institute’s Sam Mathews Social Justice Award. They were the first African American property owners in Norman. Dr. Henderson’s master’s degree in sociology and Ph.D. in educational sociology are from Wayne State University in Detroit. This episode is presented by the oklahoma hall of fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on instagram @oklahomahof and online www.oklahomahof.com Voices of Oklahoma Interview https://www.voicesofoklahoma.com/interview/henderson-george/ Shannon Rich Interviewhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-shannon-rich/id1387331955?i=1000467234333 #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode myself and Lance McDaniel interviewed Oklahoma film legend and producer of movies like Apocalypse Now, The Godfather I and II, Mr Gray Frederickson. Gray talked a lot about his history in Hollywood. How he studied in Italy and built long lasting relationships which would help him in the future. His work with Clint Eastwood during his years in Italy where they filed The Good The Bad & The Ugly.It was an honor to sit with two gentlemen who have done so much for The Oklahoma Film Industry and Deadcenter Film Festival. The full video interview is now live on our YouTube & Facebooks pages.Special thanks for Deadcenter for hosting us as part of their 20th anniversary film festival.  The episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in partnership with Deadcenter Film Festival. Follow them both online www.oklahomahof.com and www.deadcenterfilm.org @oklahomahof on Instagram and @deadcenterfilmGray Fredericksons Oklahoma Hall of Fame Biography. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=thU956LKySc Thanks for listening and if you'd like to watch the full episode it is now live on our Facebook and youtube channels.www.youtube.com/thisisoklahomawww.facebook.com/thisisoklahoma @thisisoklahoma on all platforms. #thisisoklahomaCheers. 

On this episode I sat with Actress Rachel Cannon. Rachel was born in Tulsa, graduated from Yukon Highschool ( Go Millers ) and studied at OU. Rachel interned for Gray Frederickson ( 2019 Oklahoma Hall of Famer ) before heading to LA to pursue her career in acting. This podcast shares her struggles and triumphs while in LA for 20 years Rachel worked and lived in Hollywood. You'll see Rachel in shows like, Two and A Half Men, Mad Men and Fresh Off The Boat. Now Rachel is back in Oklahoma with her Husband and Musician Noah Engh and their son. Producing, writing and diving into the Oklahoma film industry as well as continuing her passion to champion women. Follow Rachel on Instagram @rachelwcannon and online www.rachelcannon.comFollow Noah on Instagram @noahengh and check out his spotify here https://open.spotify.com/artist/13uuABUdUTffeCIYBCr5et?si=N7ACVsxKSGy32XQm_4nBfQThis episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online www.oklahomahof.comand on Instagram @oklahomahof Cheers, Mike

On this episode myself and Eric Granado interviewed Raymond and Bo from Dorwarts Custom Cowboy Boots in Guthrie Oklahoma. Raymond is world famous in the custom cowboy boot scene. His apprentice Bo is quickly making a name for himself learning from one of the best. Now as you all know, I am as far from a cowboy as it gets. Born in the UK, cowboying is not a thing! So walking into their shop in Guthrie, seeing the history on the walls, the machines that are older than I am, the smells, the dust. The character of the whole place just oozes stories. Some of those stories made it onto todays podcast. Picture a cowboy in your head. What does he look like? Yeah thats Raymond and Bo. Raymond isn't on social media, he just got a flip phone... Bo's wife runs his Facebook page where you can see his designs. "Lockhart Cowboy Customs" Bo's wait list right now is about 3 months and his custom boots start at $1500. Raymonds boots start at $3000 and his wait list is right around a year. I've recorded over 175 episodes now and as far as Oklahoma goes, this is as Oklahoma as it gets. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online at www.oklahomahof.com and on Instagram @oklahomahof.Follow my cohost @eric.granado #thisisoklahoma

On this episode I chatted with Camille Herron. Camille is a professional ultra marathon runner who currently holds 5 world records. 4 in ultra running ( 50 mile, 12 hours, 100 mile and 24 hours ) as well as her 5th one which is my favorite ( running the fastest marathon in a superhero costume ) Camille is a rockstar and her journey to the top of her sport has had more ups, downs twists and turns than you could imagine. Not to ruin too much of the podcast for you but, Camille has won the OKC Memorial Marathon 3 times, set the course record and almost retired from running at age 33 before a friend introduced her to ultra running. If you are reading this and you are under 33, don't worry theres plenty more life left to live. Since 33 Camille has broken 5 world records and become a running advocate for runners all over the world. She has a Nike contract for goodness sake! Don't give up and take every moment life throws at you as a speed bump but keep moving forward. Follow Camille on Instagram and see her daily routines @runcamille This podcast is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through It's People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online at www.oklahomahof.com #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode myself and cohost Eric Granado @eric.granado interviewed Josh and Jacy Lippoldt. Josh and Jacy along with their friends from college started a direct to consumer meat company in Jan 2020. While studying at OSU they came up with the idea and then once graduating decided to make it a reality. Josh and Jacy help run their side of the business in Okarche Oklahoma where their families have farmed for four generations. Josh literally drove a tractor from birth and has been in the agricultural industry his entire life. So this is not just a new job for them, this is a vision to bring quality meat to the consumer. Generations of farming technics, skills and knowledge put into everything they do. This was a great episode and I definitely want to live on a farm now.Go follow them online www.nativeacresmeatco.com and on social media @nativeacresmeatcoThis podcast was presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through It's People Since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and on social media @oklahomahof#thisisoklahoma

On this episode I chatted photography with Mike Mezeul II. Mike is an outstanding photographer, he's been feature in National Geographic, Today.com, Yahoo.com and NBC News. He went to school at OU for atmospheric Science after realizing he didn't love that route he returned to Texas and finally graduated from UNT. Now he spends storm season chasing clouds around the Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas borders and is currently in the thick is his storm season chasing almost daily. Mike picked up a camera for his 15th birthday and fell in love. As anyone who gets a new camera does, he started taking photos in his backyard and with a love of nature took to the road shooting anything he could outdoors. Mike is a Nikon ambassador and you'll see why if you head to his Instagram or websitewww.mikemezphotography.com @mikemezphoto This episode was presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame.m Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online www.oklahomahof.com 

On this episode I sat down with Danny Thomason the Athletic Director for Southern Nazarene University. Danny is in his first year of being AD, as you can imagine its been a bit of a world wind with this pandemic bringing schools to a halt. Danny was previously a medical sales representative for Merc Pharmaceuticals. Covering much of the Southwestern part of the state. He's worked and served with hundreds of small town doctors and tells some fantastic stories of his time with them.This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online www.oklahomahof.com and on social media @oklahomahofFollow us @thisisoklahoma www.thisisoklahoma.mediawww.facebook.com/thisisoklahomawww.instagram.com/thisisoklahomawww.youtube.com/thisisoklahoma 

On this episode my friend Gannon shares his story. How he left the corporate world to pursue his dream of working for himself. That dream would be a pizza food truck with his mom Nonna. Driving from Perkins to Stillwater Oklahoma in the early days and then making his way to the city to feed people everyday. Driving down from Perkins day after day to be successful. Before they knew it their feeding the OKC Thunder, loved by us all, lines around the block and Nonna's sweet face ready to greet you at the window. Their pizza is known around the world. Nonna's famous Sauce and balls and Gannons grandmothers recipe started them on their way. Not only are they one of the best pizza spots in the world but they are great people and they have a great team. Congrats on all the success and we are behind you all the way when your new restaurant opens up.Follow Gannon on social media @thesauceesicilian This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through It's People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online at www.oklahomahof.com#thisisoklahoma

On this episode I sat with Matt Brown. Matt's family business Red Rock Distribution Company has been distributing fuel around Oklahoma for the past 75 years. This is one of those Oklahoma generational businesses that reminds you who we are as Oklahoman's.Company History"In 1937, Barney Brown, Sr. and his two sons opened a single gasoline station in Oklahoma City at SW 10th & Walker. With gasoline selling for $0.12 - $0.14 a gallon, the small family business began selling and distributing motor fuel in the Oklahoma City metro area. From the original Pepper’s Refinery on S. High Street, Brown & Sons Oil Company started by delivering fuel to commercial customers like Lee Way Motor Freight. At the end of WWII, Barney Brown Sr. and his two sons, moved their office to the Oklahoma City Stockyards, where they worked hard to service vehicles and grow their commercial bobtail delivery service.By 1957, the Brown’s had acquired another distributorship, Red Rock, from the first Conoco jobber in the state, Ed Klein. After the acquisition, the Brown’s formally changed the name of the new company to Red Rock Distributing Company, Inc. As the family business grew, other companies were purchased, and assimilated into a company that not only sold gasoline and diesel, but lubricants, lawn mowers, coolers, and auto parts.In 1969, Barney’s son, Steve, joined the business and by 1975 Steve had developed a convenience store concept called, Save-A-Stop. After three generations, the company had grown from operating a single service station, to operating 25 convenience stores in the metro Oklahoma City area. Their transportation business had also grown from a single 308-gallon bobtail truck, to several 9,500-gallon transport vehicles. And if you ask Barney Brown, Jr. the secret to their success, he won’t hesitate to tell you, “We have a family that values integrity.”Integrity is just one of the words that has been used to describe this unique family and the their business. According to Steve, “This company was founded on several principles we still follow today. First, we live up to the deals we make. Second, we service our customers with honesty and integrity. Third, we are always ready and willing to adapt our business plan when the business environment changes. And finally, we treat our customers like family.”In 2001, Steve’s son Matt returned to Oklahoma City, and became a fourth generation marketer at Red Rock. Together, Steve and Matt have continued to expand and grow the core parts of the business. “I am so excited to see Matt come back and work with his Dad. You know there aren’t many companies that can say they have had four generations of experience in a single business. It makes me very proud to see them carrying on our family's legacy with such great success and integrity, “ Barney said. Before returning to Oklahoma City, Matt spent 5 years working for Phillips Petroleum in Bartlesville and San Antonio, TX.Over the years, the Browns have been involved with many professional and civic organizations. Organizations like The Oklahoma Trucking Association, The Oklahoma Grocers Association, The Petroleum Marketers Association of America, and from its inception, the Oklahoma Petroleum Marketers Association, (OPMA-OACS). In addition, both Steve and Matt volunteer within the community and serve on several non-profit boards. Steve said, “In an ever changing business and cultural climate, it is important to support other businesses within our industry and give our time and expertise to help improve the community in which we live. Participating in trade organizations gives us the opportunity to address concerns and solve problems by talking with business people who share the same goals. Serving our community by volunteering our time and resources helps to improve the lives of our customers and employees. Both Matt and myself have always felt a strong desire to give back to the communities we work and live within. We hope to make a difference by setting a good example for our employees, customers, and suppliers. We hope that they see our commitment to improving the lives of others and will follow our lead.”For more than 75 years, Red Rock Distributing Company has continued to grow its transportation and wholesale fuel distributing business. With the sale of the Save-A-Stop convenience store chain in 1997, Red Rock decided to invest more in their core wholesale fuel business by becoming a leading supplier of high-octane racing fuels for many tracks and racers in Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas. With a fleet of 17 transports and 2 bobtail trucks that service locations all over Oklahoma, they now sell wholesale branded fuel from Shell, Conoco, Phillips 66, Valero, Shamrock and Sinclair as well as unbranded fuel from some 12 additional suppliers. In this new era of business, that seems to love high-tech companies with high-dollar office space and limited life expectancy, Red Rock Distributing Company has proven that a few basic principals, shared by an entire family, is all it takes to build, grow, and sustain a business and community for future generations." For more information go to www.redrockdist.comFollow Matt @mbrownokc This episode is presented by The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online at www.oklahomahof.com#thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I sat with David Skidmore, he is the Creative Director for SALLT. David is at the helm of leading their forthcoming podcast network, video design, magazine, music, and digital space. He is an inspirational speaker who hoists sails and starts fires. David is known for his humorous delivery and passionate communication style. For over a decade, David is a sought-after communicator for events ranging from small gatherings in the mountains to crowds of thousands.David is a storyteller, vision shaper, and connector. He is the founder of LeaderGrowth, Lion Leader, and The Clarity Workshop where he helps people clarify their vision to create the life they want. David also coaches speakers professionally. He holds a degree from Oklahoma Christian University. David is one of the organizers of TEDxOklahomaCity. We sat for over an hour talking life, leadership and Tim Grover. Such a great interview, one of the most unique ones I've done because for the middle third of the podcast David started asking me questions which I loved. Very rarely do I get to share my thoughts on topics and this conversation was for sure more of a chat about life than an interview and story tell about my guest. Follow David on social and see the change he's making. @thedavidskidmore www.davidskidmore.org and check out SALLT www.sallt.com Presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma’s Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online for more information at www.oklahomahof.com#THISISOKLAHOMA

On this episode I interviewed Amy Downs. Amy survived the OKC Bombing on April 19, 1995."Amy shouldn’t even be here. Seven years into her job at what we now know as Allegiance Credit Union, a bomb exploded in her building, killing 168 people, including 18 of her 33 co-workers. Amy fell three stories and was buried alive for over six hours.Today, Amy is now President and an award-winning CEO. Rather than being taken down by that catastrophe, Allegiance Credit Union grew by 400% and is consistently voted a Best Place to Work in Oklahoma. This year, Amy was recognized by the Oklahoma Journal Record as a “Most Admired CEO.”Drawing on her new book about these experiences, called “Hope Is A Verb,” Amy is excited to share with you what she has learned about how you can respond to this crisis we find ourselves in — and how to actually have your organization come out of it even stronger."Presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online for more information at www.oklahomahof.com  BUY AMY'S BOOK HEREhttps://www.amazon.com/Hope-Verb-Journey-Impossible-Transformation-ebook/dp/B085N234DW/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3M4Q2J34S2RWS&dchild=1&keywords=hope+is+a+verb&qid=1587386609&sprefix=HOPE+IS+A+VER%2Caps%2C160&sr=8-1  #THISISOKLAHOMA

This episode was recorded in February of this year before any of the covid19 complications. Thank you for understanding that some of the events we talk about in this episode have been rescheduled or postponed.On this episode I sat with college friend Nick Chafey to share his testimony in memory of his mother Rona Linn Kuehner-Chafey who passed in the OKC Bombing. Nick grew up in the Bethany area. His whole family lives in Bethany so naturally he wanted to attend SNU, which is where we met.Ever since I’ve known Nick he’s always wanted to play soccer. He played for SNU and then after changing his major he was ineligible to play. However, he still got his soccer fix when we played some intramural indoor soccer.Nick reached out to me a few months back and asked if he could share his testimony and his mom’s memory to our listeners. He was four in 1995 when his mom passed. His recollection of that day is as any four year old would be. He doesn’t have many memories of his mom; all his memories are learned memories, stories from others about his mom, what she was like and who she was. His older sister was 14 at the time. Her memory of the experience is completely different as well as his Dad or friends who knew his mom. So Nick remembers his mom and the whole experience differently to those of his family. With the 25-year anniversary this was a very special moment and I am extremely grateful to have a platform like This is Oklahoma to share Nicks story to you today.In loving memory of his mother Rona Linn Kuehner-Chafey and those who lost their lives on April 19,1995.Presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and online www.oklahomahof.com

The first woman elected as Chief of the Cherokee Nation was Wilma Pearl Mankiller. She was born November 18, 1945 in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Her father was a full-blood Cherokee and her mother was of Dutch and Irish ancestry. Wilma served as Principal Chief from December 1985 – 1995.Wilma Mankiller was motivated to become active in Cherokee tribal affairs due to several life events that she discusses in detail in this interview recorded in 2009.Wilma was inducted into the Oklahoma Women’s Hall of Fame in 1986, The Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 1994 and received the Presidential Medal of Honor in 1998.Up until her diagnosis with pancreatic cancer in late winter/spring 2010, she continued to write, speak and teach American Indian Culture proudly living on Mankiller Flats, in rural Adair County, Oklahoma, on her grandfather’s land.

On this episode I sat with Heisman Trophy winner Jason White. Jason grew up in Tuttle Oklahoma. Dreamt of playing football for OU one day. With hardwork and determination he made his dream a reality. Coach Stoops recruited him and he went on to become one of OU's Heisman Trophy winners.Unfortunately for Jason he was riddled with injury forcing him to retire way too early. After making the decision he tried a number of different things, investments, owned stores selling OU and OSU merchandise. Until one day Mr Gregory from ACS asked him to do some radio advertisements for football season. That relationship grew over time and in 2010 Jason was brought on full time working as customer service for ACS. Can you imagine being a sooner fan and answering the phone to Jason White asking how he can help you? Jason has progressed over the years, recorded a lot of advertising campaigns and is now in charge of the commercial division of ACS.I really enjoyed my time interviewing Jason, we talked a lot about his love for golf, how he now watches games, his top 3 moments in college football and what the future looks like for ACS. Follow Air Comfort Solutions on all social media platforms for all your HVAC needs. This episode is presented by The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof and check out their website www.oklahomahof.com for all the up and coming events this year. #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I sat down with my friend, golf partner, pastor and Ducks fan Jason Smith. I met Jason as a sophomore in college when he became our golf team Chaplin. Jason came to Oklahoma to play college golf from Ontario Oregon in 1999. At SNU he felt called to become a pastor and met his awesome wife Katie. During college Jason interned at OKC First Church of the Nazarene where he still works today. Over the years Jason has become a great friend to me and my wife. He officiated both our weddings ( a story for another day ) This was a special podcast for me. Its one I've been wanting to record since I started the podcast over 2 years ago and I'm glad we made it happen. Jason and his wife Katie have two incredible daughters McCall and Berkley and lets just say that we still play a lot of golf together. OKC First Church of the Nazarene - www.okcfirst.com This episode was presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online www.oklahomahof.com and on social media @oklahomahofCheers. 

On this episode I sat with founder of Oklahoma Gourmet Popcorn DJ Boles. DJ is from Tuttle Oklahoma. He played every sports you can think of growing up and even in college he played multiple sports. Never shying away from a challenge. He wrestled, golfed and even trIed to walk on at OSU.One day while sat in a business class at OSU. His professor gave the class their final assignment of the semester. Develop a business idea, a plan and present it to the class. This business plan was Oklahoma Gourmet Popcorn.DJ now has two stores and is concentrating on wholesaling his 64 flavors of popcorn around the state.This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on social media @oklahomahof or online at www.oklahomahof.comFollow Oklahoma Gourmet Popcorn @oklahomagourmetpopcorn and online at www.ogpopcorn.com 

My guest is Senator Carri Hicks, who is a mother, an educator, and a lifelong Oklahoman. The daughter of a public school teacher, she graduated with degrees in Mass Communications and Political Science, as well as Master's Degrees in both Leadership Management and Early Childhood Education. Hicks currently serves as an adjunct professor at Oklahoma City University, and in 2019 was named a Gaylord-McCasland Education Fellow by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Among her many leadership roles, she works to equip teachers with STEM integration to prepare the next generation of Oklahomans for the changing workforce. She was also recently selected as one of The Journal Record’s 40 Under 40. Connect with my guest: You can contact Senator Carri Hicks at https://oksenate.gov/senators/carri-hicks, and follow along on her Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/hicksforsenate/ Resources mentioned in this episode: Oklahoma State Department of Education https://sde.ok.gov/ Oklahoma State Department of Health https://www.ok.gov/health/ Oklahoma Department of Justice links (via the U.S. Department of Justice) https://www.justice.gov/jmd/ls/oklahoma Mabel Bassett Correctional Center http://doc.ok.gov/mabel-bassett-correctional-center Joseph Harp Correctional Center http://doc.ok.gov/joseph-harp-correctional-center Pivot, Inc. https://www.pivotok.org/ Sisu Youth Services https://www.sisuyouth.org/ ReMerge https://www.remergeok.org/ Poetic Justice http://poeticjustice.org/ The Guardian Angels Program http://doc.ok.gov/odoc-unveils-mabel-bassett-correctional-center-dog-training-facility Share and subscribe: Share this podcast https://www.fullintegrationcoaching.com/liveyourpurpose For more ways to share and subscribe https://anchor.fm/liveyourpurpose Thank you! Connect with Charles: Learn more about my life coaching, public speaking, and retreat services https://www.fullintegrationcoaching.com Follow along with me on Facebook and Instagram @ fullintegrationcoaching

On this episode I sit with Jeremiah Lane. Assistant Director of the Children's Hospital Foundation. Jeremiah first started working for CHF Kids in college at OSU. He founded the Cowboython dance marathon, which aims to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for the foundation. Last year OU raised over a million dollars for their 24hour dance marathon. It is unheard of to be the Assistant Director at the age of 28 but Jeremiah has worked extremely hard for this foundation. This isn't just a job for Jeremiah and we are lucky to have him working for one of Oklahoma's best Children's Hospitals. Not only has he worked hard but his son, niece and nephew have all been treated by the professionals at Children's. If you feel moved to help The Children's Hospital Foundation please reach out to them, host an event to raise money. Its really easy to host an event for them all information here www.chfkids.com Video with Brandon Weeden & Gavin https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8y4abxHx2UThe podcast is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online www.oklahomahof.com and on social media @oklahomahof for all the information you need. #thisisoklahoma

On this episode I sit down with friend Hannah Griffis. I met Hannah through her husband Matthew; we played golf together at SNU. Hannah has transformed herself in the past two years. Catching herself in the mirror one day she wasn't happy with what she saw and felt. Right there she decided to make a change. While working full time for DHS she started the journey to a healthier lifestyle by working out a lot. However, because she didn't change her eating habits, there was very little improvement. With this awareness she dove into all the information she could research about nutrition and dieting. Hannah lost 40lbs by counting her calories, weighing her food and being conscious of what she puts in her body. After this transformation, friends started to ask how? Hannah started a Facebook group to tell everyone asking. After her friends started to transform (my wife being one of them) Hannah put her findings into an Ebook to help others change their image. First time gym goers, people with zero nutritional knowledge. People like most of us who want to workout but don't want to get sore, or women who don't want to get stole at the gym. My wife lost 20lbs by weighing her food, eating the correct portion sizes and oh eating ice-cream every night!! A small cup but she still ate ice cream every night. If you are struggling in this department, you don't like how you look and you want to make a change. Reach out to Hannah, its not hard its just doing the work. You deserve it. Contact Hannah here www.freedomwithhan.squarespace.comInstagram @hannah.griffisThis episode is presented by The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online at www.oklahomahof.com and on Instagram @oklahomahof#thisisoklahoma www.thisisoklahoma.media @thisisoklahoma  

On this episode I sit down with President & CEO of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame Shannon Rich.  As president and CEO, Rich directed the single-largest endeavor in the organization’s 90-year history—the opening of the Gaylord–Pickens Museum. Before joining the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, Rich served as executive vice president at John Q. Hammons Hotels, opening both the Renaissance Oklahoma City Hotel and the Downtown Courtyard by Marriott.Rich’s leadership has resulted in a tremendous impact on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame’s statewide exposure, educational programming and guest experience with more than 45,000 Oklahoma students experiencing the Museum through the free field trip program; the creation of one of the most active teen boards in the state; a significant increase in overall donor support; the launching of an emerging leaders board of young professionals; free family programming; the completion of a $19-million capital campaign; and enhancing the experience and revenue associated with the Oklahoma Hall of Fame.Rich continues to make a lasting impact on her community. Her awards and honors include being recognized as one of Oklahoma’s “Most Admired CEOs,” and she is a three-time honoree and inductee of the Circle of Excellence for the Journal Record’s “50 Making a Difference”.Rich is a fifth-generation Oklahoman and a proud graduate of Oklahoma City University. She and her husband, Kelly Kerr, have one daughter—Mia. Together, they enjoy playing tennis, golf and being outdoors.For more information about the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com or on social media @oklahomahofThanks for listening and as always please SUBSCRIBE AND LEAVE A REVIEW#thisisoklahomaCheers,Mike

On this episode I sit with Steven Cook of Cook Feed and Outdoors. A third generation feed businesses here in Oklahoma. Steven and his family are from Tuttle Oklahoma. His grandfather started the businesses and over the years himself and his father have grown it significantly. With two stores and a third on the way, Cook Feed & Outdoors is one of the leading suppliers of animal feed to the state of Oklahoma and surrounding areas. They supply the OKC Zoo with all their feed, Remmington Park racecourse and a bunch of Oklahoma farmers and ranchers.Follow them on Instagram for all your animal feed needs @cookfeedoutdoor / @therealstevencook and check out Steve's podcast "Chatter With Steve" Thanks for listening! Leave a REVIEW & SUBSCRIBE for more Oklahoma Stories.This episode was presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Sharing Oklahoma's Stories Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online at www.oklahomahof.com and on Instagram @oklahomahof #THISISOKLAHOMA 

On this episode I sat down with Andrew Holder. I met Andrew about 4 years ago, we worked at Keller Williams Elite together for sometime. Andrew is still there working on the leadership side of the business now and not so much the realtor side. His story is pretty awesome so I won't spoil it too much for you. But he grew up in Alva, worked for the family business which is still there today. Learned how to fly like his father and grandfather, graduated from OCU and loves to serve the community. This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them online www.oklahomahof.com and on social media @oklahomahof Thanks for listening, please SUBSCRIBE and leave a review. #thisisoklahoma 

On this episode I sit down with restaurant entrepreneur Hal Smith. Trying hard to find the words to describe how amazing this episode was. For me this was one of my favorite interviews. Hal has so many great stories. I think we just scratched the surface. He's a huge supporter of Oklahoma. Born in Ardmore now living in Norman. He was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2017 a moment that he said was one of the biggest achievements. Hal is still growing his concepts today, on average 8 stores a year. Both his children have a love of food and continue to work in the industry. His wife Sandy loves her golf and they try to play every Sunday afternoon. This episode is presented by The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927. Follow them on Instagram @oklahomahof and online www.oklahomahof.org. Hal Smith Restaurantswww.halsmith.com Charleston’s RestaurantHefner GrillHollie’s Flatiron GrillLouie’s Grill & BarThe WinstonNeighborhood JA.M.Pub WRedrock Canyon GrillMama RojaThe Garage Burgers & BeerSmitty’s Garage Burgers & BeerMahogany Prime SteakhouseToby Keith’s I Love This Bar & GrillUpper Crust Wood Fired PizzaEl Huevo Mexi-DinerNotorious P.I.E.Thanks for listening and please subscribe and leave a review. It means the world to hear your feedback. Cheers, Mike

On this episode I sit down with THE OSU GAME DAY HOST ( GO POKES ) the one and only Les Thomas Sr! Les has a fantastic story, one of ups and downs. Someone who has battled through life and come out a shining beacon of hope for the community. I won't spoil the story for you but Les drops a couple of exclusives on the podcasts. Stories he's never told before, like his rap name in middle school. Les is a humble guy, he's doing great things for his community and helping others in need. He'll tell you this himself, there's two things he's very good at, grilling out and drumming. A drummer from a young age, Les has some series skills on the drums and performed in many groups, he's played drums for artists coming to town and even at the Super Bowl! An incredible story you won't want to miss. Les thank you for your time and your service in the Airforce. Follow Les @lesthomas.srThis episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame - Telling Oklahoma's Story Through Its People Since 1927 - Follow them @oklahomahof and online www.oklahomahof.orgFollow us @thisisoklahoma and please leave a review and subscribe#thisisoklahoma 

This week we welcome Chief Nate Tarver. Chief Tarver was the first black police officer in the city of Moore. He talks about his journey and his induction in the Oklahoma Hall of F.A.M.E. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/julius-singer/support

H.E. (Gene) Rainbolt acquired his first bank, the First American Bank in Purcell in 1962. In 1965 he acquired Federal National Bank in Shawnee, and two years later he and a group of investors began acquiring banks in Oklahoma, which led in 1985 to the formation of United Community Corporation, the State’s first multi-bank holding company. In 1989 BancFirst was founded, which is now the largest state-chartered bank in Oklahoma.Gene Rainbolt was born and raised in a single-parent home during the Great Depression in Norman, Oklahoma, near the University of Oklahoma campus. He could have enjoyed a promising career in academia but instead left for Army service in Korea and Japan. He is best known for revolutionizing Oklahoma’s outdated and backward banking system, a feat that took nearly 30 years to achieve.As Gene was building the largest state-chartered bank in Oklahoma he also helped dozens of overlooked-yet-promising children attend university while adopting a mission to create a state in which every child could have the opportunity to succeed.Gene is a graduate of the University of Oklahoma with both undergraduate and graduate degrees. His alma mater has honored him on multiple occasions, including the Distinguished Service Award and an Honorary Doctorate. In 1999 he was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame and has received Honorary Doctorates from Oklahoma Baptist University, Oklahoma City University, and Oklahoma Christian University.And he hired Willie Nelson to play his birthday party, twice.

On this episode we have something a little different. I am happy to announce my partnership with the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame. This partnership will be co hosted by head curator or the museum Justin Lenhart. Justin has a huge passion for sport, showing off Oklahoma's amazing moments and the artifacts that come along with it. This is my first episode of the partnership with non other than Oklahoma Hall of Famer and BMX legend, Mat Hoffman. Mat grew up in Edmond and is known as the Condor for his record setting heights off the big ramp. Mat invented the big ramp used in X Games all over the world and in his career has done some unbelievable things. Listen in as Mat shares his best moments, what Oklahoma means to him and what his plans are for the future of BMX in Oklahoma. Follow Mat on Instagram @condorbmxFollow the Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame @okshofand us here @thisisoklahomaThanks for listening and as always please leave a review 5* preferred. #thisisoklahoma

Jim Hewgley Jr. was an independent oilman who served two terms as Tulsa’s mayor from 1966 to 1970. In his first mayoral-election victory, he defeated incumbent Mayor Jim Maxwell, who was seeking a fifth consecutive term. And Jim defeated Maxwell again in 1968. Hewgley had been a registered Democrat until 1956, when he became a Republican and was the first Tulsa Republican mayor to be reelected.Hewgley was mayor when the city was governed by the Tulsa City Commission. Shortly after Hewgley’s election in 1966, the city doubled in area by annexing 100 square miles of county land. During his time as mayor, the city passed its first 1-cent sales tax and established the Port of Catoosa following the passage of a $20, million bond issue to fund it. He was also instrumental in the start of the Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority and Tulsa Housing Authority.After leaving city office, he ran in 1972 for Oklahoma’s U.S. House District 1 seat but lost to James R. Jones.His son, Jim Hewgley III served three terms as street commissioner.Jim Hewgley Jr. was named to the Tulsa Hall of Fame in 1993 and the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 1984.He served on many local boards, including those of the Tulsa Opera, the Tulsa Chapter of the American Red Cross, Children’s Medical Center, Hillcrest Medical Center, Holland Hall, and Southern Hills Country Club.This oral history interview was recorded May 19, 2009. He was 94 when he died May 17, 2011.

On this episode, we’re joined by Archie W. Dunham.  Archie is chairman emeritus of Chesapeake Energy, the second largest natural gas producer in the United States and the retired chairman of the board of ConocoPhillips. He was instrumental in orchestrating Conoco’s IPO separation from DuPont in 1998, the largest in U.S. history at the time, and in negotiating the merger of equals between Conoco Inc. and Phillips in 2001 which created the third largest energy company in America and the fifth largest in the world. In 1998, Dunham was recognized by the World Affairs Council as Houston’s International Citizen of the Year and inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. The most meaningful award he has ever received was being named Houston’s Father of the Year in 1998. In addition to giving extravagantly to other worthy causes and organizations, the Dunhams have also been tremendously generous to Houston Baptist University which has resulted in various landmarks within the campus named in their honor that attest to their strong Christian faith and values, including the Dunham College of Business, Dunham Field, the Linda and Archie Dunham Theater and the Dunham Bible Museum. It’s safe to say that the Christianity in Business Podcast may not exist if it wasn’t for Archie and Linda Dunham. Christianity in Business is the show that helps Christian business leaders to integrate biblical values into business. | Entrepreneurship | Marketing | Nonprofit | Church | Author | Startups | Marketplace | Ministry | Business as Mission | Faith and Work | Faith | Success | Leadership | www.ChristianityInBusiness.com

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Emmy and Tony Award winning actress and singer Kristin Chenoweth’s career spans film, television, voiceover and stage. In 2015, Chenoweth received a coveted star on The Hollywood Walk of Fame. In 2009, she received an Emmy Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for her role in “Pushing Daises.” In 1999, she won a Tony Award for “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown” and she was also nominated for her original role of Glinda the Good Witch in “Wicked” in 2004. Chenoweth has been nominated for two Emmy Awards and for a People’s Choice Award for her role on “Glee.” In 2009, she wrote an uplifting candid, comedic chronicle of her life so far, “A Little Bit Wicked,” which debuted on the New York Times Hardcover Non Fiction Best Seller List.  In 2015, Chenoweth earned a Drama Desk Award, Outer Critics Circle Award and Broadway.com Audience Choice Award for her lead role in the Roundabout Theatre Company’s “On the Twentieth Century.” She also earned nominations for a Tony Award and a Drama League Award. Chenoweth has performed to sold-out audiences across the world, including performances at Carnegie Hall and Royal Albert Hall. In 2014, she released a CD and DVD of her own live concert performance, “Kristin Chenoweth: Coming Home.” Notable television appearances include “The West Wing,” Disney’s “Descendants” and most recently “The Muppets.” In film, Chenoweth voiced the role of Gabi in the hit animated film “Rio 2” and Fifi, Snoopy’s beloved French poodle in "The Peanuts Movie." This spring, she starred in the indie teen drama entitled "Hard Sell" and began pre-production on Lionsgate/Hasbro’s My Little Pony movie, set for a fall 2017 release. She is currently working on a new album due out this fall. This December, she will star in NBC’s “Hairspray Live!” as Velma Von Tussle. Chenoweth’s dream of designing her own collection came to fruition, and much success when her exclusive modern fashion jewelry collection for HSN became available for purchase on www.hsn.com. Each piece of the collection tells a unique story that is representative of her life story and passions.  Chenoweth is a graduate of Oklahoma City University with a Master’s degree in Opera Performance. She formed a charity partnership with the Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center (BA PAC) Foundation in her home state of Oklahoma. Kristin is also a passionate supporter of charities which dedicate their time and efforts to helping those in need.  She is an inductee into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, as well as the Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame. 

Bob Burke – Class of 1970 Bob Burke is a practicing workers’ compensation attorney in Oklahoma City and prolific author of more than 74 historical, non-fiction books. His book topics range from baseball, aviation and Oklahoma history to art and religion. Burke was inducted into the Oklahoma Hall of Fame in 2006 and has been nominated three times for the Pulitzer Prize by the Oklahoma Heritage Association. In 2004, Burke received the Governor’s Art Award for Excellence in the Arts in Oklahoma and was named to the Oklahoma Journalism Hall of Fame.