Episodes

Thursday Dec 29, 2022
This is Kevin Stark - The Toy & Action Figure Museum | 13,000+ Toys!
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
On this episode I chatted with all round artist Kevin Stark. Kevin lives in Pauls Valley and from the moment he could draw wanted to be tan artist. He studied art at OU, selling paintings to put himself through college before taking a job designing toys. This is where the passion for collecting starts. Moving back to Pauls Valley he opened up a studio for his artwork and later a Toy & Action Figure Museum as part of a larger plan to attract people to Pauls Valley. Swing by next time you are driving down i35! Its worth it!
https://www.toyandactionfiguremuseum.com
Kevin Stark Art - https://kevinstarkart.com
This episode is presented by the following sponsors.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net
988 - Oklahoma’s Mental Health Lifeline 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com
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Friday Dec 23, 2022
This is Chef Shannon Smith - Cooking Around The World
Friday Dec 23, 2022
Friday Dec 23, 2022
On this episode I chatted with Chef Shannon Smith. Chef Shannon Smith is a cook, teacher, and traveler based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Raised in nearby Oklahoma City, Chef Smith has traveled to more that 50 countries around the globe, meeting and cooking with folks ranging from home cooks to restaurant chefs, while documenting it all on her blog www.chefshannon.com
Follow her on instagram here. www.instagram.com/chefshannonsmith
This episode is presented by the following sponsors.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net
988 - Oklahoma’s Mental Health Lifeline 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com
Bedford Camera & Video use promo code "THISISOK" for 5% off your purchase and shop www.bedfordsokc.com #thisisoklahoma

Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
This is Brent & Leslie Harpole - Champion Plumbing
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
On this episode I chatted with husband and wife team Brent and Leslie about their business Champion Plumbing. We dive into why they chose the plumbing business, how to navigate working together, how to provide a service above and beyond the average standard provided and how to grow a business using social media.
For more information to go www.callthechampsokc.com
This episode is presented by the following sponsors.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net
988 - Oklahoma’s Mental Health Lifeline 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com
Bedford Camera & Video use promo code "THISISOK" for 5% off your purchase and shop www.bedfordsokc.com #thisisoklahoma

Friday Dec 16, 2022
Friday Dec 16, 2022
On this episode I chatted with base player Mat Maxwell. Mat is currently on tour with Luke Combs and just played their last gigs of this year in OKC. Mat grew up in Tishomingo Oklahoma and spent 15 years in Tulsa learning, playing and working in a music store before moving to Nashville.
Bio:
"Mat Maxwell is an American musician with over a decade of studio and international touring experience. Having performed alongside some of music’s biggest names, he has developed a reputation for being a go-to player in the industry. Mat is a multi-instrumentalist with a breadth of knowledge in many genres. Bass is his primary but he is also a deft guitarist and pianist. When not touring or in a session he enjoys educating and consulting — sharing his experience and knowledge gained over many years in the industry."
matmaxwell.com
Follow Mat on instagram www.instagram.com/mathewmaxwell
This episode is presented by the following sponsors.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
The Chickasaw Nation The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net
988 - Oklahoma’s Mental Health Lifeline The Oklahoma 988 Mental Health Lifelife. 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com
Bedford Camera & Video use promo code "THISISOK" for 5% off your purchase and shop www.bedfordsokc.com #thisisoklahoma

Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
Tuesday Dec 13, 2022
On this episode I chatted with Paige Shepherd and Angel Green from Chickasaw Country. Both have worked for the Nations travel agency for sometime and have seen so many amazing businesses start up in the country. We talk about all things to do in Chickasaw Country from food, travel, photography and more.
Go to www.chickasawcountry.com and plan your next adventure!
Follow on instagram www.instagram.com/chickasawcountry

Friday Dec 09, 2022
Friday Dec 09, 2022
On this episode I chatted with Sheamekah Williams about mental health in Oklahoma and the mobile crisis teams around the state. As administrator of behavioral health services for ODMHSAS, she oversees and coordinates all aspects of behavioral health services for children, youth, young adults, and families across the state. Ms. Williams has overseen Oklahoma’s System of Care (OKSOC) expansion from a 17-county program serving children ages 5-18, to a statewide program serving individuals ages 0-25 across all of Oklahoma’s 77 counties. Through her leadership, the OKSOC has grown exponentially, with enrollment increasing over 1000% during her tenure. She has been the driving force behind strengthening and expanding the OKSOC – most notably, establishing mobile crisis response statewide – and building partnerships across child-serving systems including education, child welfare and juvenile justice.
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This episode is presented by the following sponsors.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame 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 dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net
988 - Oklahoma’s Mental Health Lifeline The Oklahoma 988 Mental Health Lifelife. 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com
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Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
Tuesday Dec 06, 2022
On this episode I had the pleasure of speaking to a genius. I'll be honest, I am way out of my depth on this podcast interview. Dr. Karl Hansen graduated from Northwest Classen High School and currently serves as a professor andJames A. Merrill Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Oklahoma College of Medicine. Having developed a robust Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility program, Dr. Hansen's research efforts have focused on women's reproductive aging process and on improving outcomes for couples with unexplained infertility. Nurtured by a loving mother who taught math in the
Putnam City school system, Dr. Hansen’s love for education developed early and now, as a nationally recognized researcher, teacher and lecturer, he continues to invest in the next generation of physicians.
Karl is a 2022 OKCPS Wall of Fame Honoree.
https://www.ouhealth.com/find-a-doctor/karl-hansen-md-phd/
This episode is presented by the following sponsors.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
The Chickasaw Nation The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net
988 - Oklahoma’s Mental Health Lifeline The Oklahoma 988 Mental Health Lifelife. 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com
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Friday Dec 02, 2022
This is Dr Kathryn Jeffery - President of Santa Monic College
Friday Dec 02, 2022
Friday Dec 02, 2022
On this episode I chatted with OKCPS Wall of Fame Honoree Dr Kathryn Jeffery. Dr. Kathryn Jeffery is a graduate of Douglass High School and she currently serves as the
Superintendent/President of Santa Monica Community College District (SMCCD). Dr. Jeffery’s four decades of diverse higher education experience has spanned leadership roles in Oklahoma, California, Minnesota, Nevada, and Texas where she is highly regarded for her equity-driven approach to educational leadership, student services, and Career Technical Education (CTE). Informed by her professional and personal experiences, Dr. Jeffery is known as a compassionate, student-centered leader who has championed issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion throughout her extensive higher education career, encompassing efforts to broaden support for basic needs of college students including food, housing, and physical/mental wellness and wellbeing services.
This episode is presented by the following sponsors.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
The Chickasaw Nation The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net
988 - Oklahoma’s Mental Health Lifeline The Oklahoma 988 Mental Health Lifelife. 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com
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Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
This is 10 Things You Need Know About Chickasaw Country
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
On this episode I chatted with Paige Shepherd and Angel Green from Chickasaw Country. Both have worked for the Nations travel agency for sometime and have seen so many amazing businesses start up in the country. So, they have compiled a list of their favorite 10 to tell you today.
Go to www.chickasawcountry.com and plan your next adventure!
Follow on instagram www.instagram.com/chickasawcountry

Thursday Nov 24, 2022
This is Valerie Naifeh - Naifeh Fine Jewelry
Thursday Nov 24, 2022
Thursday Nov 24, 2022
On this episode I had a wonderful chat with Valerie about her jewelry business, Naifeh Fine Jewelry located in Nichols Hills Plaza OKC. We talked about how she grew up with two brothers and the last thing she thought about was diamonds and rubies. We dive into her lightbulb moment with jewelry in Tulsa. Valerie shares her growing passion for the designing of jewelry and love for its history in society. As well as some holiday shopping tips for everyone.
www.instagram.com/naifehfinejewelry
This episode is presented by the following sponsors.
The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and for daily updates go to www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
The Chickasaw Nation is economically strong, culturally vibrant and full of energetic people dedicated to the preservation of family, community and heritage. www.chickasaw.net
The Oklahoma 988 Mental Health Lifelife. 988 is the direct, three-digit lifeline that connects you with trained behavioral health professionals that can get all Oklahomans the help they need. Learn more by visiting www.988oklahoma.com
Bedford Camera & Video use promo code "THISISOK" for 5% off your purchase and shop www.bedfordsokc.com
#thisisoklahoma