On this episode I chatted with Stefanie Embree owner of OKC Sweets. Stefanie is in the best business, the sugar business! Making people happy since she started! Cupcakes, Cakes, Macarons, cookies and she does it all with the biggest smile! Also Stefanie has a wonderful VW Bus she travels to events in. When it starts! For more information go to www.okcsweets.com and follow her on instagram for all the tips, tricks and insides in baking! www.instagram.com/okcsweets Huge thanks to Oklahoma Hall of ...
Oct 08, 2021•49 min•Ep. 374
On this episode I chatted with Oklahoma Architectural Photographer Mel Willis about her journey through the years and how she fell into photography. Mel's Bio: "I discovered photography while in my hometown, Kansas City, shortly after graduating high school; I received my first 35mm camera as a graduation gift from my dad. In Oklahoma City, my current home, I honed my photography skills while studying visual communication in college. Landscapes, travel, events, family, portraiture … over the yea...
Oct 05, 2021•52 min•Ep. 373
On this episode I chatted with Donovan Farrow. Born and raised in Oklahoma, Donovan is a visionary and a leader in the OKC cybersecurity space. A little over ten years ago, Donovan founded Alias Forensics - now Alias Infosec - here in OKC and has truly helped create and grow the information security scene here. Building a tech based community in an area that historically hasn't been the home to very many tech companies has been a fulfilling challenge. Not only will Donovan be able to talk about ...
Oct 01, 2021•47 min•Ep. 372
On this episode I chatted with Oklahoma model and future actress Madison Sells. Madison grew up in Oklahoma in Woodward and then later in Piedmont Oklahoma. Madison is a small-town Oklahoma girl, has spent over a decade working as a full-time model in the fashion industry since the age of 13. Madison signed with a local agent in Oklahoma City as a young teen, and quickly catapulted to the top of the industry. At age 14, Madison moved overseas and worked in Singapore and Tokyo, after signing an e...
Sep 28, 2021•56 min•Ep. 371
On this episode I chatted with Cowgirl golfer Isabella Fierro about her first couple of years in Stillwater. One of the most highly touted recruits in Cowgirl golf history, Fierro was ranked No. 35 in the World Amateur Golf Rankings on signing day and has been ranked as high as No. 28. Isabella ended her sophomore year with the best career stroke average in program history at 71.44. She also set the scoring record. Won the Betsy Rawls Longhorn Invitational – just her third career event – in reco...
Sep 24, 2021•41 min•Ep. 370
On this episode I chatted with friend Chris Morris. Chris was born and raised in Shawnee Oklahoma. Through his professional career he's found his favorite job at Chicago Title. Chris is a proud dad to Taylor and Jake Morris. They spend their time traveling (mainly to the kids’ sporting events…), enjoying concerts, sporting events, and building a small organic farm in Piedmont. If you have a few hours to kill, ask Chris about his farm. Huge shout out to my sponsors: The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Tel...
Sep 21, 2021•56 min•Ep. 369
On this episode I chatted with Vilona Michael from VMarketing here in OKC. Vilona is from East India. Her parents moved here in the 60's for a better life. On the way over here her father met a man from Kingfisher Oklahoma and so that is where her family settled. Vilona has a wonderful story, going against cultural norms being raised by Indian parents expecting marriage, kids and prioritizing education. Vilona put herself through university at TU. Graduating with a marketing degree and starting ...
Sep 17, 2021•52 min•Ep. 368
On this episode I chatted with Justin Hodges. Justin has in my opinion the entrepreneurs story. He dropped out of school to start a business. It failed, he was humbled and came back to his family trucking business founded in 1932. 13 or so years after his business failed he started up another company, which led to a few more and now he employs 10+ people. Justin continued to pursue his passion even when he worked full time. Never gave up and today has a business fabricating and making custom iro...
Sep 11, 2021•43 min•Ep. 366
On this episode I chatted with Jacoby about his foundation called The Penny Project. The Penny Project Foundation is a non-profit organization providing Owlet Infant Smart Socks to mothers & fathers for their newborns & infants. Our goal is to raise awareness of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) & in doing so provide a lil' peace of mind for families in need. For more information go to www.thepennyproj.com or follow them on Facebook www.facebook.com/thepennyprojectfoundation Huge s...
Sep 08, 2021•43 min•Ep. 365
On this episode I chatted with Austin about the lost art of building masonry. Like many of our guests, Austin has a wonderful journey to find his passion. Originally from Houston he went to university and then onto an accounting firm. After a year in the office he knew he needed something different. Austin embarked on a journey to South America working for the peace corps where he found a master of masonry and wallah a passion was born. Searching the web Austin found a guru stateside building ho...
Sep 02, 2021•41 min•Ep. 364
On this episode I chatted with Homeland CEO & President Marc Jones. We talk all about Marc's journey literally across the world. Born in Canada and a twin Marc like most of us wasn't sure what he wanted to do but eventually found his way in the meat packing grocery business. Marc came to the US after being accepted into Harvard Business School, after graduating his story really takes off around the world with a variety of companies. To places across the states and then China while raising tw...
Aug 30, 2021•48 min•Ep. 363
On todays episode I sat with Andrea to talk about her taking the jump into the entrepreneurial space! Andrea is the founder of Strategic Hype where she crafts compassionate communication for entrepreneurs, businesses, and nonprofits. She is the creator of the Hype Kit, which is an all-in-one messaging foundation for brands and businesses. Andrea understands the importance of written communication in business. She believes that bringing your voice to life adds value and builds trust between you a...
Aug 27, 2021•50 min•Ep. 362
On this episode I sat with John Snyder at The Mayo Hotel. John and has family have a fascinating story of how they purchased and rescued The Mayo Hotel. In this podcast John tells the story of how he bought the rundown hotel for 1 DOLLAR! 1! If you dont know the history behind the hotel. Every dead president has stayed there, there are 76 apartments where people live all year round. "Since first opening its doors in 1925 , The Mayo Hotel in Downtown Tulsa has hosted thousands of prominent guests...
Aug 25, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 361
On this episode I chatted with Tanner and Ryan about their enrollment in the latest Hal smith Restaurants concept called El Huevo Mexi-Diner. "El Huevo is a lively, casual, Mexican-American brunch concept that focuses on fresh ingredients and daily fiestas.Fiesta Hour, Wednesday-Saturday from 2:00-6:00pm for fiesta prices on beer, wine, margs, nachos and more!" Located in Norman Oklahoma deep in Sooner country 3522 24th Ave. NW, Norman, OK 73069 405-310-3157 For more information go to www.elhuev...
Aug 23, 2021•29 min•Ep. 360
On this episode I chatted with Don Kasperiet about his impact to the community in Oklahoma City. Don is now a commercial real estate developer in OKC. But before his time in development he worked for the city in Urban Planning and was a huge part of the cities river front developments. Don is a huge proponent of the city zoo and many other community engagements as you will hear about in the interview. Huge shout out to our sponsors for their contained support. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling ...
Aug 20, 2021•33 min•Ep. 359
On this episode I chatted with Mike Shepherd of Shepherd Oil in Blackwell Oklahoma. "Shepherd Oil Company was founded in 1949 by Robert F. Shepherd, starting with a service station in Blackwell, Oklahoma. Mr. Shepherd built the business into a bulk wholesale jobbership with Champlin Refining and continued operating a state of the art service station thru the mid 1960’s. He later purchased a Phillips 66 bulk jobbership, expanding into wholesale deliveries to the oilfields, agricultural, and indus...
Aug 17, 2021•29 min•Ep. 358
On this episode I chatted with Coleman Clark, President of BC Clark Jewelers in OKC. I know you are already singing the JINGLE in your head! The most famous Oklahoma Christmas JINGLE in the history of the state. BC Clark since 1892! Coleman shares some amazing family stories, 5 generations of jewelers in Oklahoma. The founding story, the heart of Oklahoman diamond story and more! www.bcclark.com Huge shout out to our sponsors for their contained support. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklaho...
Aug 13, 2021•49 min•Ep. 357
On this episode I chatted with Leah, Maile and Bria about this years Cookies & Cocktails event!! Happening this Friday!! Located at the incredible GS Western Oklahoma HQ - Camp Trivera. If you dont know what Cookies and Cocktails is listen in for all you need to know! BUY TICKETS HERE!! https://www.gswestok.org/en/Donate/Cookies-Cocktails.html Huge shout out to our sponsors for their contained support. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For mor...
Aug 09, 2021•30 min•Ep. 356
On this episode I chatted with return guest ( episode 30 ) Jeremie Kubicek. Jeremie is a business builder and has a fascinating path back to Oklahoma. Most of which we covered in out first interview in 2018! Jeremie began his career fresh out of college, by starting the Moscow Economic School and a marketing consulting business in Moscow, Russia with a group of colleagues. After moving back to the US, Jeremie began a successful role as VP, Marketing with a family company in distribution. After t...
Aug 05, 2021•44 min•Ep. 355
On this episode I chatted with Stephen and Whitney about their involvement in Greenwood Rising. Greenwood Rising is the legacy project of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Commission. We talk about all the details in the building and how it remembers the victors and survivors. “Greenwood Rising will educate Oklahomans and Americans about the Race Massacre and its impact on the state and Nation; remember its victims and survivors, and create an environment conducive to fostering sustainable...
Aug 02, 2021•42 min•Ep. 352
On this episode I chatted with fellow SNU Golf Alum and friend Gerod Black. Gerod came to Oklahoma to study at SNU like myself. He grew up in West Texas playing golf as a kid. Practiced hard and played for Midland Junior College. If you look at the history books Midland Junior College is one of the best! As Gerod explains, walking around country clubs in the area wearing the colleges logo definitely helped your appearance. Since graduating from SNU Gerod and his wife Callie stayed in OKC and sta...
Jul 30, 2021•40 min•Ep. 351
On this episode I chatted with Libby Ross about Sample Oklahoma. Sample Oklahoma is an Oklahoma specific e-commerce business that sells Oklahoma Vendor boxes containing Oklahoma made products. Products ship directly to customers and the proceeds will go to local Oklahoma nonprofit organizations. Entrepreneurs will gain a platform to share their story about their business all across Oklahoma and increase their sales. Their participation in Sample Oklahoma will help to highlight and support our Ok...
Jul 28, 2021•43 min•Ep. 350
On this episode I chatted with Mary about her lavender farm located in Paul's Valley Oklahoma. Located just west of I-35, our new and expanding family owned lavender farm provides several varieties of walk-through and U-pick lavenders, as well as rosemary! Come walk around our beautiful farm, take pictures, enjoy the lavender, wildflowers, daylilies, and experience nature! Picnic area, gift shop with lavender products and lavender plants for sale are coming. Available by appointment only. Join u...
Jul 26, 2021•25 min•Ep. 349
On this episode I chatted with Sports Anchor Carson Cunningham. Born and raised in Oklahoma, KOCO 5 sports reporter and anchor Carson Cunningham is proud to cover some of the best teams in the nation right here in his home state. Cunningham grew up in Edmond, OK, and earned his bachelor's degree in broadcast journalism with a minor in sports media at Oklahoma State University. He got his start in journalism at OSU working for the student newspaper, The Daily O'Collegian, as a beat writer and wor...
Jul 23, 2021•45 min•Ep. 348
On this episode I chatted with Brink Models agency owner and Omō Consulting owner, Heather Gardner. Heather has a fantastic story, growing up in Mustang and getting her height from her father who played basketball at OSU. Heather was scouting early to be a model and spent her teens modeling around the country. Before going to college Heather became a missionary for the Mormon Church and spent a 1.5 years. Returning to Oklahoma Heather studied at UCO here in Edmond studying Interior Design with a...
Jul 21, 2021•50 min•Ep. 347
On this episode I chatted with Frank DeAngelis about his family winery in Blanchard Oklahoma. Frank moved to Oklahoma from Rochester New York to wrestle at OU and never left. His parents emigrated from Italy to New York where he grew up working their land and making wine with his father. Today Frank has his own winery in Blanchard and enjoys making small batched wine. Selling it in person on the farm or at local farmers markets. For more information go to Franks Facebook page https://www.faceboo...
Jul 19, 2021•27 min•Ep. 346
On this episode I chatted with Letty Watt. Letty is a storyteller and boy does she have some great stories. Growing up in North Eastern Oklahoma playing golf in the 50's and 60's. Living at the course with her sister because her Dad was the pro. Country Club life was something else back then and you can read all about it in Letty's blogs. She has her own blog called Literally Letty as well as her other blog telling the history of Miami Golf and Country Club. https://mgcchistory.blogspot.com http...
Jul 16, 2021•52 min•Ep. 345
On this episode I chatted to musician Donovan Funk. Donovan creates alternative rock inspired by Kings of Leon, Jeff Buckley, Tom Petty, and Tor Miller; both in lyricism and musical expression. He started playing guitar at an early age, learning classic rock riffs that he heard while forming early memories with his dad. After his teen years he rediscovered his love for the instrument and began building songs based around what he could learn from the internet. Donovan Funk is currently working on...
Jul 14, 2021•37 min•Ep. 344
On this episode I chatted with Jonathan and Trae about their brewing business 405 Brewing. Based in Norman Oklahoma they have been brewing beer for almost ten years now. Priding themselves on pushing the boundaries and not following the conventional brewery rules this pair have created some amazing beers. Last year they released an absurd amount of new beers. Over 65 beers in 2020. Coming up is there Summer Sour Funk event on July 17th hosting 8 breweries including themselves in Norman. If you l...
Jul 12, 2021•54 min•Ep. 343
On this episode I sat down with Mark and Sam to talk about their tech businesses that helps the service industry tremendously. "TapTapEat provides local restaurants with a FREE tailored online menu application to streamline orders from the customer to the kitchen. We specifically design menus and an ordering system to fit the needs of each client. No out-of-the-box solution. And, we do it all for our clients at no cost. Because we believe in giving you more time to focus on your business, staff,...
Jul 10, 2021•46 min•Ep. 342
