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This podcast is full of the stories of the people who embody the spirit of Oklahoma. www.oklahomapodcast.com
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Thursday Apr 07, 2022
Thursday Apr 07, 2022
On this episode I chatted with Farmtruck & Azn from the TV show Street Outlaws. It's been aa decade since the first season aired on the discovery channel. We talk about street racing scene in OKC before the show and after the show. How they both met cruising Route 66 in Bethany and how they've built their brand and audience into their own show on discovery called the Farmtruck & Azn show.
FARMTRUCK
Farmtruck and AZN are the dynamic duo from Street Outlaws who race a ’70 Chevy Long Bed Truck. Featuring rusty paint, a camper shell, dents and a “ZZZZZ” license plate, this race-equipped truck is the ultimate sleeper. Farmtruck first got interested in trucks from riding in his father’s 1956 Ford pickup when he was 12. He would stand between the fastest cars on Route 66 with a flashlight above his head to start the races. Sean had a series of trucks that he messed with but never had a winner till he answered an ad that read, “Very fast truck for sale” in an Auto Trader Magazine. The Farmtruck is a 1970 C-10 Chevy Pickup Truck and it is deceptively fast! Farmtruck and AZN enjoy list races, but are more interested in “fishing.” Fishing means luring unsuspecting marks into racing for money by complementing their cars and downplaying the Farmtruck’s power. AZN does the smack talking and Farmtruck does the driving. These two are goof balls, who street race for the adrenaline rush and satisfaction they get from catching others by surprise. Suzy Lu is their newest and cutest addition to the team and loyal follows them around in all their adventures.
AZN
AZN is Farmtruck’s best friend for over a decade, AZN has been the one to handle the smack talk while Farmtruck wins the races. AZN always has Farmtruck's back but recently he’s been looking to get behind the wheel of his own ride. After a failed attempt at racing lawn mowers it looks like AZN may have found a new sleeper to call his own. “The Dung Beetle,” a Volkswagen Beetle that looks like ‘Dung’ on the outside, but underneath the hood is a 400HP Turbo-charged CB Performance engine. Together with the Farmtruck, The Dung Beetle is gonna feast on unsuspecting racers as well as the other drivers on “The List.”
Website www.okcfarmtruck.com
Instgrams www.instagram.com/fna405
www.instagram.com/aznstreetoutlaws
www.instagram.com/fnafirehouse
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and follow them on instagram www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
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Monday Apr 04, 2022
Monday Apr 04, 2022
On this episode I chatted with the gents at JD Adams & Co about their new store and collective love for all things outdoors.
"The J.D. Adams & Company team represents 74 combined years of experience and passion in the Fly Fishing Industry. Our approach is simple Great Gear, Great Service, and a "Clubhouse" environment. We are working hard to build a merchant list that will serve the OKC Metro area to the best of our ability. Please follow along on Facebook as we approach our April 2022 Grand Opening."
More information here: https://jdadamsco.com
www.instagram.com/jdadams.co
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. 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 follow them on www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
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Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
On this episode I chatted with Oklahoma Hall of Fame 2021 inductee Jim Stovall. Native Oklahoman Jim Stovall is proud to be able to make his home and operate his global business enterprises in his hometown of Tulsa. Losing his sight in his twenties and realizing that his dream of playing professional football was not an option, Stovall discovered competitive weightlifting and completed his athletic career as a national champion Olympic weightlifter.
As founder and president of the Emmy Award-winning Narrative Television Network, Stovall adds soundtracks between the dialogue of movies, television, and educational programming to enhance and describe the experience for those with visual impairments. His first book, You Don’t Have to be Blind to See, recounted the story of losing his sight and launching his business. Today, as a highly sought-after author and platform speaker, Stovall’s scope of work includes more than 50 books, including his bestselling novel The Ultimate Gift which resulted in a major motion picture distributed by 20th Century Fox and starring the late James Garner. Eight of Stovall’s additional books also have been made into movies with others in production, including his novel Will to Win featuring the life, wit, and wisdom of Will Rogers.
Stovall writes a weekly syndicated column, appearing in newspapers, magazines, and online publications, that is read worldwide. He is featured weekly on a national radio show and another broadcast locally in Tulsa and northeast Oklahoma.
For his work in making television accessible to our nation’s 13 million blind and visually impaired, The President’s Committee on Equal Opportunity selected Stovall as the Entrepreneur of the Year. He has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes Magazine, USA Today, and has been seen on Good Morning America, CNN, and CBS Evening News. He also was chosen as the International Humanitarian of the Year, joining Jimmy Carter, Nancy Reagan, and Mother Teresa as recipients of this honor.
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, telling Oklahoma's stories 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
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Thursday Mar 24, 2022
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
On this episode I chatted with Dr Kayse Shrum, President of Oklahoma State University. Dr. Kayse Shrum as the 19th president and the first woman to lead the University. Dr. Shrum has served as president of OSU's Center for Health Sciences (OSU-CHS) since 2013, and her selection at the time made her the youngest and first female president and dean of a medical school in the state of Oklahoma. Dr. Shrum trained and served rural Oklahoma as a pediatrician before beginning her academic work at OSU-CHS after current OSU President Burns Hargis appointed her to lead the medical school.
A native of Coweta, Oklahoma, Dr. Shrum is a fervent champion of rural health and primary care medicine and has made the creation of a sustainable, rural primary care physician pipeline a top priority. She launched innovative high school recruiting programs like Operation Orange and Blue Coat to White Coat, created the Rural Medical Track curriculum and expanded the number of residency training programs in rural Oklahoma by securing support from the Oklahoma Legislature, Oklahoma Health Care Authority and Oklahoma Tobacco Settlement Endowment Trust. Her long list of awards and accolades includes being named The Journal Record's Woman of the Year in 2019. Dr. Shrum and her husband Darren still actively farm near Coweta. They have six adult children.
Follow Dr Shrum on instagram www.instagram.com/drshrum
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. 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
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Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
On this episode I chatted with JMoore former NCAA Champion and Walker Cup player/ Jonathan is currently the Strength & Conditioning Coach for the Oklahoma State golf teams. We talk about his upbringing, life in golf as a player and now life in golf as a coach around the same program he grew up in. Oklahoma State Golf and the town of Stillwater is Jonathan's world.
Follow him on instagram here www.instagram.com/jmoorejonathan
His Fitness App https://apps.apple.com/us/app/moore-power-golf/id1523904640
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, 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
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Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
Tuesday Mar 15, 2022
On this episode I chatted with artist, musician and all out creative Zonly Looman. Zonly started his artist career selling custom shoes in highschool. He played baseball his entire childhood, choosing to go to play college ball at Southwestern Christian University. With his creative juices still flowing he was drawn to tattooing which led him into painting. Long story short Zonly left university to pursue his art career and hasn't looked back since. In 7 years he now has his own studio where he makes music, paints and tattoos.
Check out Studio Z here www.buffalobros.io
Follow Zonly on instagram
www.instagram.com/artists.living.iconic.visions
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information on the Oklahoma Hall of Fame go to www.oklahomahof.com and follow them on instagram for daily updates www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
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Friday Mar 11, 2022
Friday Mar 11, 2022
On this episode I sat down with one of the funniest men in all of advertising. His humor awards speak for themselves in the OKC Ad community. Brian has the skill of sarcasm. His creative agency Robot House ( a nod to Futurama if you know the reference ) "A nimble creative agency specializing in strategic brand development based in Oklahoma City. We concept, write, design, and produce just about every form of content to help our clients achieve their goals. We pride ourselves on working with a variety of clients and projects from regional craft breweries to pharmaceutical research, and collaborating through our Blueprint Process"
Robot House is mostly known in the OKC area for its work with COOP Aleworks.
Check them out here. www.robot.house
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. 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 follow them www.instagram.com/oklahomahof
#thisisoklahoma
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
On this episode I sit down with return guest and winner on the PGA Tour Talor Gooch. Talor's previous podcast with me was 3 years ago #Ep 31! A lot has changed since episode 31. Talor and Alley got married, had a beautiful baby girl and he won his first event on tour. But, we talk about a lot more than just winning a golf tournament and he is determined to live a life that isn't defined by his golf career. Talor and Ally have started a foundation which will host its first event the Monday following the PGA Championship at Tulsa Country Club.
www.talorgoochfoundation.org
Follow Talor on instagram www.instagram.com/talorgooch
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. 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
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Friday Mar 04, 2022
Friday Mar 04, 2022
On this episode I chatted with CEO of Simple Modern Mike Beckham about his journey from growing up in the state to leading one of Oklahoma's fastest growing companies. You may have seen or even used his products. The Simple Modern product range features in many big box stores around the country. Mike haas co-founded several e-commerce businesses that have cumulative sales of more than a billion dollars. But it wasn't always that way, he talks about his upbringing, his faith and ultimate goal to build lasting businesses that improve the lives of their employees and customers.
"Simple Modern seeks to develop exceptional stainless steel, vacuum insulated water bottles, tumblers, and travel mugs along with a vast assortment of backpacks, lunch bags, and food storage solutions. We are committed to doing business with excellence, placing the needs of others above our own, and delivering quality products that will simplify our lives."
Mikes book recommendations:
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, telling Oklahomas 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
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Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
On this episode I chatted with friend and performer Wade Tower. Going door to door in his neighborhood and performing from atop his dad's suitcase at the age of four seemed perfectly normal to Wade Tower. It all came so easy to him; making people laugh and impressing them with his voice. From these first childhood performances to headlining at national corporate events, Wade's focus has always been clear: entertain people with songs and stories about life, laughter and love.
I saw Wade live singing in OKC at a restaurant and boy can he sing.
Check Wade out for yourself www.wadetower.com
This episode is presented by the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, 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
#thisisoklahoma