On this episode I chatted with CEO of Stability Cannabis Denver Kitch. Denver grew up in Yukon and was a part of the very well known 2000's graduating class of Miller Baseball. Turning down a draft pick in Highschool he headed to OU with the hopes of turning Baseball into a career. Which he did until an injury and lack of love for the game brought him back to Oklahoma. Like most athletes who have committed themselves to one thing for so long he didn't know what to do when he returned. Fortunatel...
Feb 11, 2022•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 404
On this episode I chatted with fellow Oklahoma ambassador Clay Billman. Clay has the brand Oklamerica and in my opinion one of the best brand logos in the game! Clay talks about coming to Oklahoma, following in his mothers footsteps and studying at OSU. After college he jumped into the big world of advertising and Ackerman McQueen before returning to OSU where he now teaches a class on Sports Marketing and Branding as well as helping with the athletic departments branding. Clay tells us the stor...
Feb 08, 2022•59 min•Ep. 403
On this episode I chatted with Bailey Wilson founder of Bondi Bowls. Bondi just opened their first store a couple of weeks ago. A year ago we chatted on the podcast about Bailey's origin story and the beginning of Bondi Bowls. A year and 6 months on from founding the company Bailey has 1 location 1 location coming and 17 trucks in 7 states across the country. A truly incredible achievement in such a short space of time. On todays podcast we talk about the new store, the menu and what it takes to...
Feb 05, 2022•51 min•Ep. 402
On this episode I chatted with fellow car enthusiasts Brett & Jess Nelson. Brett & Jess own a car storage facility in Midtown OKC. They share some great stories from their travels. From Brett's first sports car to flying all the way to Germany to collect something very special. We talk about the car community here in OKC as well as across the country and how the passion for cars brings people together. For more information on the storage facility head over to www.midtownautohaus.com and ...
Feb 01, 2022•44 min•Ep. 401
On this episode with return guest Kelli Masters we talk about Kelli's new book. "High-Impact Life: A Sports Agent’s Secrets to Finding and Fulfilling a Purpose You Can’t Lose" How she wrote the book, recorded the audio book and has room for three more books. Kelli shared impactful stories about her clients Aja Evans (Olympic Bobsledder) and Amy Olson (LPGA Player) talking about the importance of brand building. We talk about the college NIL deals and how it's making agents, schools and players t...
Jan 28, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 400
On this episode I chatted with return guests Jake Keyes about the opening of his first Brewery location right across the street from the Parlor in OKC. "Skydance Brewing Company is OKC’s Native American owned craft brewery. Our indigenous culture has taught us the importance of community." Myself and Jake share a passion for entrepreneurship and podcasting. Jake was on episode 206 back in August of 2020, a lot of what he talked about then has come to fruition all be it a little later than we had...
Jan 25, 2022•56 min•Ep. 399
On this episode I chatted with longtime friend Tim Braaten about his journey into coaching. Tim is currently the Assistant Golf Coach at ORU. Tim grew up in the Tulsa area, moved to OKC to go to university at Southern Nazarene to play golf. Which is where we met. Tim has a love of history and baseball so golf really wasn't on the radar until he was offered a spot on the team by our Hall of Fame Coach Steve Hulsey. Sadly for Tim his eligibility ran out before he finished college so he had the opp...
Jan 21, 2022•45 min•Ep. 398
On this episode I chatted with stunt coordinator Krista Perry. Krista is a native Californian, grew up traveling the country at the age of eight for competitive swimming. Finishing out her career as an All American Swimmer in the state of California. Moving to Florida for school she became immersed in the movie business and took full advantage of her life. Working in the movie business Krista soaked up everything she could and when the opportunity to become a stuntwoman presented itself she jump...
Jan 18, 2022•43 min•Ep. 397
On this episode (Part 2) of my chat with T.W. Shannon the current CEO of Chickasaw Community Bank and State of Oklahoma Commissioner of Transportation. We talked about his personal brand and how he has leveraged that to raise the banks social media presence. We talk about the power of social media and using it as a tool to tell stories. We dive into his Native American heritage and how it has impacted his life and families lives as well as the great state of Oklahoma and the Oklahoma Hall of Fam...
Jan 14, 2022•42 min•Ep. 396
On this episode I chatted with T.W. Shannon the current CEO of Chickasaw Community Bank and State of Oklahoma Commissioner of Transportation. T.W. is a busy man and has a fascinating career leading to this point. If you follow him on social media there's no secret where he stands politically and we talk about all of it in todays podcast. This is part one of a two part podcast. Part one we dive into his upbringing, college life and early aspirations into politics. In part two we talk more about w...
Jan 11, 2022•1 hr•Ep. 395
On this episode I caught up with previous podcast guest Matt Payne co owner of Prairie Surf Media at their studios in Downtown OKC. We talked about the new partnerships they have developed with surrounding schools to offer more education opportunities for anyone wanting to learn more about the movie industry and to pursue a career in its many options. For more information go to www.prairiesurf.com and follow them on instagram www.instagram.com/prairiesurfmedia This episode is presented by the Ok...
Dec 31, 2021•46 min•Ep. 394
On this episode I chatted with Amir. Amir is from Iran and has aa fascinating story and journey to Oklahoma. He was a refugee who emigrated to the US at age 11 from Iran. Converted to Christianity. Met his wife. Was working as a photographer at a local paper when she fell ill with MS. They learned how diet could contribute to her wellness and started their first restaurant in order to feed her and anyone else who wanted to be a health nut with them. They later realized they wanted to grow they a...
Dec 27, 2021•42 min•Ep. 393
On this episode I chatted with co owner of Stillwaters Dupree Sports Chad Watkins. Dupree Sports was established in 1966 by Gordon and Jay DuPree. It was the first retail operation in Stillwater to silkscreen Oklahoma State University t-shirts and apparel. In 1983, the store was sold to Ed and Ann Watkins, who retired in 1999. The family business is now owned and operated by Chad and Paige Watkins and Jeff and Stacy Watkins. We talked about the history of the business. It's famous employees and ...
Dec 22, 2021•42 min•Ep. 392
On this episode I chatted with Ed Eason, current guitarist for Carrie Underwood. We talked about his history in music, his struggles as an early artist in Nashville. His big breaks and the taking a risk to leave a stable gig to tour with a brand new artist beginning her career in music. We all know how that turned out! "As a guitarist, I have the good fortune to play and tour with artists who have sold well over 25,000,000 units. I get to play on the biggest stages around the world performing in...
Dec 17, 2021•46 min•Ep. 391
On this episode I chatted with CEO of Sherpa Moving Jesse Gartman. Jesse grew up in Guthrie and like many of us lacked direction in his life. We talk about finding your purpose and traveling back through Jesse journey all over the world. A word from Jesse. As the CEO of Sherpa Moving and Storage, I am dedicated not only to providing our customers with impeccable service but also providing jobs to qualified individuals. From the Marine Corps to NYC over the last 17 years I couldn’t be more excite...
Dec 10, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 390
On this episode I chatted with Macy Amatucci about her family business and specifically her role in the premier hotel in Tulsa, The Mayo. "Since first opening its doors in 1925 , The Mayo Hotel in Downtown Tulsa has hosted thousands of prominent guests, including celebrities, political figures and titans of the oil industry. After closing its doors in 1981, the Tulsa landmark was vacant until December 2009. On the heels of an extensive $42 million dollar historic renovation, the property today h...
Dec 07, 2021•47 min•Ep. 389
On this episode I chatted with Shane Henry & Maggie McClure about their new Christmas song - Christmas Town. As well as Jim Cowan of the Chickasha Economic Development Council. This Saturday December 4th The Imaginaries will participate in the annual Chickasha Christmas Parade down Main Street. The Parade starts at 7:00pm and will be followed by a special acoustic band performance by The Imaginaries as well as a screening of the “Christmas Town” Music video along with a Q&A) at the Chick...
Dec 02, 2021•35 min•Ep. 388
On this episode I chatted with Terrance Craft. We talked about OKCYP, the Horizon Awards and how being around a great network has helped grow his business. Terrance uses his businesses Crafty Communication to help Oil & Gas Companies, Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners attract, engage, and sell to their ideal clients online ... WITHOUT being sales-y, sleazy, or spammy! www.craftyok.com This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Sharing Oklahoma's story through its people si...
Nov 29, 2021•42 min•Ep. 387
On todays episode I chatted with OKC's own Graham Colton. After a chart-topping major label career, numerous TV appearances, and hundreds of sync placements Colton continues to expand on the label “singer-songwriter.” He has logged thousands of miles on the road and shared stages with some of music’s biggest artists including Dave Matthews Band, John Mayer, Kelly Clarkson, The Wallflowers, Counting Crows, John Mellencamp, Maroon 5, and many many more. It wasn’t until he returned home to Oklahoma...
Nov 18, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 386
On this episode I chatted with Danielle Melton founder of Boss Mom Crew. Danielle was born and raised in Buffalo, NY, and moved to Tulsa, OK in 2000 with her family. She is a wife and mother of 4 and strives to continue to use her platform to encourage and elevate other working mothers. She is the founder of Boss Mom Crew as well as a School Principal in early childhood. In her eyes, nothing is impossible ad long as you are willing to put in the work! On her day off, she enjoys spending time wit...
Nov 15, 2021•37 min•Ep. 385
On this episode I chatted with Mike Crandall about corporate training, mindset and overall improvement of business and personal development. As boring as you think that might sound. It was extremely fascinating to hear Mike's insights on personal development and how effective it is for businesses and their profit margins. Mike is a speaker, consultant coach and trainer focused on sales, management and leadership development. He is brought in by business owners and executives to work on behaviors...
Nov 12, 2021•52 min•Ep. 384
On this episode I sat down with the current Executive Director fo the Oklahoma Historical Society (OHS) The Board of Directors selected Trait Thompson as the executive director and he reported for duty on January 4, 2021. Thompson began his career with the state as policy director for former Oklahoma Senate President Pro Tempore Brian Bingman. During that four-year service, Thompson read every bill submitted to the senate, met with citizens from across the state and learned how to work with othe...
Nov 08, 2021•50 min•Ep. 383
On this episode I chatted with designer Brett McPherson about her journey from small town farm to designing and collaborating on some of Oklahoma's biggest and best properties. Since 2004, Brett Brinkley McPherson has been professionally styling Oklahoma and Texas. Brett is an Oklahoma born and bred designer and stylist, who grew up on a ranch in western Oklahoma with a dream of owning her own Interior Design firm. She has spent her lifetime cultivating her God-given gift and her own personal st...
Nov 05, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 382
On this episode I chatted with Celestial Cycles owner Sheridan Marquardt. Soon to be celebrating 20 years of Celestial Cycles. Next year is the year of the Tiger and as you will find out, the Tiger has a role and will be making its way into certain items of clothing in the store. Celestial Cycles started as a way for owner Sheridan Marquardt to keep his love for cycling alive. Growing up in OKC, Sheridan, like most kids, rode his bike all over town, and he raced BMX throughout childhood. While a...
Nov 02, 2021•58 min•Ep. 381
On this episode I chatted with FMX rider Anthony Murray. Anthony is a professional freestyle motocross athlete and a motocross social media influencer brought on by his notoriety in the MX world. Anthony is currently residing in Stillwater, OK but learned how to ride at an early age behind the home he grew up in, in the hills of Canon City, CO. Early in his career Mr. Murray competed internationally in 5 different countries leading up to a big win at the XPilots comp by Monster Energy which thru...
Oct 29, 2021•42 min•Ep. 380
On this episode I chatted with Tulsa's own Dr Z! Dr Z is an optometrist but not just any optometrist. He has more businesses than we even had time to discuss in this one hour podcast. If you live in Tulsa you would definitely know the name or have seen one of his many ads. For any of his businesses. In this episode we spoke about his passion for animals. How he decided to be an optometrist. How he bought and now owns the largest car auction in the state. How he breeds thoroughbred race horses. O...
Oct 26, 2021•56 min•Ep. 379
On this episode I chatted with Edmond native Zach Martin about his entrepreneurship journey in Oklahoma City. Starting in Edmond Zach set his goals to be an owner and operator in commercial real estate. A strange thing for an 8 year old to say you might think. But from that moment everything he did in life put him closer to that end goal. Working summer job, working through college, renting his house out by the room to save up. Everything with the end goal of being an owner operator in commercia...
Oct 22, 2021•53 min•Ep. 378
On this episode I chatted with some of the cast for The Unintended Sequel Movie. Isaiah J Williams, Terrance Craft & Lucas Stanfield. We talk about their backgrounds. Why they chose to make a movie. What its like to make a movie in Oklahoma and much much more. For more information follow them on instagram www.instagram.com/unintendedsequelmovie or hit the link here m.imdb.com/title/tt15403536/ This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people...
Oct 19, 2021•40 min•Ep. 377
On this episode I chatted with Chad and Tori Arnold about their Summer Moon Coffee franchise in Oklahoma. Chad and Tori met at Southwestern Christian University and started a life here in Oklahoma. Tori a Designer and Chad working in Commercial Real Estate they set their roots deep in Oklahoma. Both had nothing to do with the coffee industry until one opportunity presented itself. Chads commercial development in Yukon had a coffee shop allocation open for Starbucks. With them backing out Chad ma...
Oct 14, 2021•36 min•Ep. 376
On this episode I chatted with former Oklahoma State Cowboy and NFL Lineman Kenyatta Wright. Kenyatta is from Vian Oklahoma. He was a four-year starter for Oklahoma State, where he recorded 260 career tackles, 11 sacks, and 1 fumble recovery. He was signed as a free agent in 2000 by the Buffalo Bills and then to the Jets from 2003 til his retirement in 2006. Kenyatta returned home to Vian. To coach at his old high school, to be with his family and to build his life back in Oklahoma where it bega...
Oct 11, 2021•25 min•Ep. 375
