On this episode I had the opportunity to nerd out about car design with J. For more than four decades, Mays has incorporated the latest trends in automobile culture with his unique intuitiveness for the emotional connection we have with our cars to create the most iconic models in automobile history. He is responsible for Concept One, the precursor to Volkswagen’s New Beetle. The Beetle remains one of the most popular and recognized cars on the road today. From the Aston Martin DB9 and the Audi ...
Nov 28, 2023•56 min•Ep. 585
On this episode I chatted with Jane about her retail business in Nichols Hills Plaza. CK & Company has been in business for 41 years. Spending all of that in the Nichols Hills Plaza area. Jane is from Kentucky and moved to Norman to play collegiate Tennis at OU. After graduating she dove into the retail business and has been there ever since. http://ckandcompany.com Shop small business Saturday at Classen Curve and Nichols Hills Plaza. Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fam...
Nov 24, 2023•30 min•Ep. 584
On this episode I chatted with Emily about her blog Food For A Year. In 2010 Emily participated in the 44th Pillsbury Bake-Off and that confirmed my passion and spring-boarded me into a deep love of creating and testing my very own food ideas. https://foodforayear.com/why-food-for-a-year/ Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updat...
Nov 21, 2023•53 min•Ep. 583
On this episode I chatted with serial entrepreneurs Kelly and Kristin Allen about their multiple businesses in the OKC area. Specifically Rumble Boxing in Nichols Hills Plaza. https://www.rumbleboxinggym.com/ Shop small business Saturday at Classen Curve and Nichols Hills Plaza. Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to h...
Nov 17, 2023•43 min•Ep. 582
On this episode I chatted with Lisa Sorrell who is one of the best bookmakers in the world. Lisa’s custom boots start at $10,000!! Worth it!! Lisa shares her journey to bookmaking, falling in love with the business, losing her daughter and her return to the business after that tragedy. Lisa calls Guthrie Oklahoma home and has a fantastic shop atmosphere with apprentices interning from all over the country. More info: https://customboots.net/ Huge thanks to our sponsors. Oklahoma Beef Council, on...
Nov 14, 2023•59 min•Ep. 580
On this episode I chatted with Jim Clark about his families small business, we talk about how his grandfather started the business in 1892. You all know the jingle. Jim shares his best memories of his granddad and some more along the way. www.bcclark.com Shop small business Saturday at Classen Curve and Nichols Hills Plaza. Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www...
Nov 10, 2023•46 min•Ep. 579
On this episode I talked to Angela Muir about her amazing ice cream business which has taken OKC by storm over the last couple of years, Boomtown Creamery. Angela has a great career as a small business owner and shares some incredible moments of success and failure with us today. www.instagram.com/boomtowncreamery Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomah...
Nov 07, 2023•51 min•Ep. 581
On this episode I chatted with new owner of Balliets, Jessica Mirales. Jessica shares her entrepreneurial journey and surprise offer from previous owner Bob to buy Balliets. Jessica tells a great story and we are super excited to see Balliets in new hands. Shop small business Saturday in Nichols Hills Plaza and Classen Curve. Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to w...
Nov 03, 2023•31 min•Ep. 577
On this episode I chatted with JD from Finale Speed about his love for all things American muscle. JD grew up around the automotive world in Midwest City and has spent his entire life in and around it. Now with Finale Speed he and his team are building some of the best modern muscle cars in the world. You probably saw their viral video on social media.. https://www.instagram.com/reel/CxEiWWCPKWA/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== www.finalespeed.com Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fam...
Oct 31, 2023•46 min•Ep. 576
On this episode I chatted with Tiffany about her art business, the Tipsy Artist in Guthrie Oklahoma. Tiffany has a studio in Guthrie where she hosts painting classes every week as well as a traveling class she takes on the road all over the country. FUN FACT: Tiffany has the world record for the largest paint class ever! Follow her here www.instagram.com/tipsyartist Book classes www.tipsyartist.com Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Ok...
Oct 27, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 575
On this episode I chatted with friend Andre Caldwell. Andre is an Oklahoma transplant like myself. After graduating OU Law he decided to stick around. Through hardwork and determination, taking the unbeaten path multiple time. Andre has created a life for himself and his family today, a life he calls the Caldwell Dynasty. Andre is a lawyer at Boeing her in OKC, you can follow him here: www.instagram.com/caldwelldynasty Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pick...
Oct 24, 2023•53 min•Ep. 574
On this episode I chatted with Adam from MidBin about his mid century modern furniture business. We talk about Adams entreprneurial spirit, his eye for a great deal and now his eye for design and customization. www.instagram.com/mid_binokc Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gsxQM The Chickasaw Nat...
Oct 20, 2023•48 min•Ep. 573
On this episode I chatted with Cary Cozby about his journey through golf in Oklahoma. Cary comes from a very prominent golf family in Oklahoma. His father was a golf pro, his brothers are all in the business and his son has followed too. Cary tells us about his playing days at Oklahoma, winning a National Championship at OU as well as hosting the PGA Championship and caddying for Tiger Woods. Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma...
Oct 17, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 572
On this episode I chatted with four time guest Matt Payne about Prairie Surf Media’s new venture. Diving into the creative space, Matt’s background is in documentary film making and with the abundance of local stories here in Oklahoma. Prairie Surf Creative has been in the works for some time. Kicking off with the Jewel Theater doc. www.instagram.com/prairiesurfcreative Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its pe...
Oct 13, 2023•47 min•Ep. 571
On this episode I chatted with Rachel Cope founder of Empire Pizza. Empire is celebrating 10 years of being open with a day long party in the Plaza District on Oct 28th. Today we talk about the past 10 years of ups and down. Some great memories of Empire, Ellie the elephant and more. Previous interview with Rachel: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-oklahoma/id1387331955?i=1000438743891 Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Okl...
Oct 10, 2023•55 min•Ep. 570
On this episode I chatted with Blayne Arthur about the Oklahoma Ag industry. We talk about the educational impacts the state is having on our young leaders as well as the worldwide impact it’s having on farming and ranching in less developed countries. https://ag.ok.gov/state-board-of-agriculture/ Huge thanks to our sponsors. Oklahoma Beef Council, on behalf of Oklahoma’s beef farmers and ranchers. We want to remind you that beef can be part of a heart- healthy diet. To find heart-healthy beef r...
Oct 06, 2023•42 min•Ep. 569
On this episode I chatted with Dr Tabitha Carr owner of Good Girl Chocolate. we talk about her journey through weight loss and the reason for creating GGC. Her successes and failures in the last 5 years and the plan for future wholesale production for GGC. https://goodgirlchocolate.com/pages/about-me Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for...
Oct 03, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 568
On this episode I caught up with fellow TedX Oklahoma City mate of mine Mr TDoe. Taylor gave the best speech during our TedX OKC Class in my opinion and it is my pleasure to bring that story to you today in more depth. More - https://andthenmoments.com/ Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gsxQM The...
Sep 29, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 567
On this episode I chatted with rodeo and Amazing Race legend Cord McCoy. Cord tells ua all about his travels are a Professional Bull Rider. Getting kicked in the head and almost dying, almost winning 1 MILLION Dollars on the Amazing Race and now leading the Oklahoma Freedom Team in the PBR. As well as raising the best bulls in the world for PBR. https://www.mccoyrodeo.com/ Huge thanks to our sponsors. Oklahoma Beef Council, on behalf of Oklahoma’s beef farmers and ranchers. We want to remind you...
Sep 26, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 566
On this episode I chatted with return guest Jabee Williams about his latest venture Live Free OKC. As well as a catch up on all the events over the past two years. https://www.livefreeokc.org/ The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gsxQM The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people ded...
Sep 22, 2023•47 min•Ep. 565
On this episode I chatted with three former Pistol Petes about the legacy of Frank Eaton and the experience of a lifetime. Being Pistol Pete at Oklahoma State University. Huge thanks to our sponsors. Oklahoma Beef Council, on behalf of Oklahoma’s beef farmers and ranchers. We want to remind you that beef can be part of a heart- healthy diet. To find heart-healthy beef recipes go to www.oklabeef.org/recipes The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through i...
Sep 19, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 564
On this episode I chatted with award winning Chef, Andrew Black about his journey from Jamaica to OKC. His stories from around the world, working in the Ritz in Paris, traveling across the country, coming to OKC for the first time and why he stayed in OKC. https://chefandrewblack.com/ The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gsxQM The...
Sep 15, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 563
On this episode I chatted with movie maker Kyle Roberts about his latest project, What Rhymes With Reason filmed here in Oklahoma. "Tragedy ignites a group of teens on a quest to find a legendary landmark hidden in the wilderness. Together, they navigate the adventure while confronting the darkness within themselves.” Watch the trailer here: https://www.wrwrfilm.com/ The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more informati...
Sep 12, 2023•47 min•Ep. 562
On this episode I chatted with Englishman Paul Smith, Paul is a photographer from Sunderland in the UK and found himself moving to Oklahoma after meeting his wife. Paul has a unique skill in photographing Red Sprites. More info at HERE The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gsxQM The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, cultural...
Sep 08, 2023•56 min•Ep. 561
On this episode I chatted with friend DG Smalling about his career as an artist. What life was like before his art took over. A coin project with APMEX & OKC Mayor Holt that has sold out in a matter of hours. For more information go to www.dgsmalling.com Huge thanks to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gsxQM T...
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 560
On this episode I chatted with fellow international college golfer and former Professional golfer Corey Hale. We about his journey to OKC. What it’s like growing up in golden Australia under the sun all the time compared to the harsh wind and winters of Oklahoma. Huge thanks to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gs...
Sep 01, 2023•59 min•Ep. 559
On this episode I chatted with USA Paralympian Derek about his journey, his accident and how he is attacking life with everything he has. In mainly track and field for Team USA. The OKC Thunder produced a film with Derek about his accident and journey last year called “STEPS” Linked here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJMglh9fNcA Huge thanks to our sponsors. Oklahoma Beef Council, on behalf of Oklahoma’s beef farmers and ranchers. We want to remind you that beef can be part of a heart- healthy...
Aug 29, 2023•41 min•Ep. 558
On this episode I chatted with Dr Kari Lopez of Lorec Ranch. Dr Kari shares her journey, passion for teaching, Spanish, Mexico and furniture. For more information visit http://www.lorecranch.com/ Huge thanks to our sponsors. Oklahoma Beef Council, on behalf of Oklahoma’s beef farmers and ranchers. We want to remind you that beef can be part of a heart- healthy diet. To find heart-healthy beef recipes go to www.oklabeef.org/recipes The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling O...
Aug 24, 2023•58 min•Ep. 557
On this episode I chatted with Jeff Smith about his book “Get Your Affairs In Order”. Jeff at the age of 40 had some extremely unsettling news about his heart health. He takes us through his journey, multiple heart procedures, uncertain times and blessed moments. Book: https://www.amazon.com/Get-Your-Affairs-Order-Heart/dp/1667838792 Thanks of our sponsors: The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to w...
Aug 22, 2023•50 min•Ep. 556
On this episode I chatted with return guest Eddie Radosivich about the pending OU Football season. Eddie has been in the college football world for a while now and is the go to person for all things OU. Thanks of our sponsors: The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to https://lnkd.in/g_gsxQM The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibran...
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 555
