This is Oklahoma

This is Joshua Cleary - Ballgame

On this episode I chatted with college drop out Joshua Cleary. Joshua has a passion for media. After getting cut from his high school basketball team he picked up a camera and asked his coach if he could stay around and create content. Joshua quickly found his passion, as soon as he got his car he traveled to every game and others in the city. Capturing the states best high school basketball players. Joshua landed himself a spot at OSU working for the Ocolly student newspaper as a freshman. After a year of capturing Oklahoma States biggest moments and seeing the potential he decided to take a step back and this summer will pursue his dream building his media company JRC Media. Joshua tells stories about meeting and capturing content of the biggest Oklahoma basketball stars and what he plans to do next. 

For more information follow Joshua

www.instagram.com/jrc.media

www.instagram.com/ballgame

www.instagram.com/joshuacleary

www.jrcmedia.photo

 

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The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof

RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply.

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This is Oui & Si - The Best Way To Learn French and Spanish

On this episode I chatted with mother daughter duo Mindy and Susanne about their love for travel and teaching languages. Mindy teaches adult languages at OCU, UCO and Susanna teaches kiddos at Schools in the area. Growing up with a huge passion for travel and teaching it felt natural to put the two together. They saw an opportunity in the market for a better service and created OuiandSi.com.

"Our adult language courses and children's activity  boxes are all designed by parents who are French and Spanish professors. Our digital lessons are fun, approachable and backed by years of teaching experience. Our activity boxes are thoughtfully handmade with the goal of play-based learning in mind. Inside you will find high quality manipulatives including shapes, letters, numbers and blocks. These treasures support fine motor skills, sensory experiences and open-ended play and learning. Our lesson plans supplement this learning experience with new vocabulary words, fun stories, songs and games."

For more information go to www.ouiandsi.com www.instagram.com/ouiandsi

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This is Sara Cunningham - Free Mom Hugs

On this episode I chatted with Sara Cunningham founder of Free Mom Hugs.  Sara talks about her experiences as a Christian Mom who struggled to accept her gay son Parker. "I’m a Christian mom with a gay kid living in Oklahoma saying enough is enough. If I don’t fight for my son (and his rights) like my hair is on fire, then who will? It’s time we celebrate our LGBTQ+ children. And I won’t stop until I no longer hear horror stories from the LGBTQ+ community and their mothers."

We talk about the journey of Free Mom Hugs. What started as a simple gesture is now a gift nationwide operation with chapters all over the country and even a movie coming! WHAAAAAT!?!?!

For more information go to www.freemomhugs.org

https://www.instagram.com/freemomhugs/

https://www.facebook.com/freemomhugsinc

Huge shout out to our sponsors. 

The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof

RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply.

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This is Dulce De Donke - Oklahoma Donkey Milk

On this episode I chatted with Saundra Traywick about How Donkey milk saved her daughters health. "Milking donkeys was never one of the goals for our life, but sometimes God throws a wrench in our best laid plans. And in the end, it all works out for the good." In 2014 Saundra's 6 year old daughter was diagnosed with PANDAS disease.(Pediatric Autoimmune Neuropsychiatric Disease Associated with Strep Throat) Doctors prescribes antibiotics for the next 13 years! Saundra stubbornly refused to accept this as the answer and went on the hunt for a cure. This is were donkey milk comes in. In other countries, donkey milk is well known for it's health benefits, but in America it was practically unheard of, made even more difficult to find since the donkey only gives a few ounces of milk a day, and only with a healthy baby to share the milk with. So Saundra did what any parents would and bought some donkeys. Now they have 30 on their property in Luther. And have started sharing their knowledge with others. 

 

For Skincare

https://dulcededonke.com

 

For Donkey Milk

https://donkeymilkforhealth.com

 

This podcast is made possible by the Made In Oklahoma Program. Created for Oklahomas entrepreneurs, their free to join program focuses on economic growth and development for small businesses who grow, process or manufacture a good within Oklahoma. Retail stores who sell made in Oklahoma products can also benefit from this program. Above all, they encourage you to support and shop local whenever possible. Find them on Facebook and visit their website www.madeinoklahoma.net to learn more.

 

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This is Native Summit with John James

On this episode I chatted with Native Summit owner John James. John has loved the outdoors ever since he was a kid. He went to school for it and ticks literally every outdoor lovers box. However, opening a store was not top of mind. A friend asked him to help with some market research and then decided not to open one. So after John had done all the research and saw the opportunity, he took it one step further and found himself a location. The same location they are still in today 13 years later. 

Listen in as John talks about his journey through life and how it has led him to where he is today. The store strives to be better daily, bringing the best products, lessons and insights to you the customer. The pandemic increased peoples desire to explore and get outside. Oklahoma is blessed with many ecosystems and skateparks for you to start you adventure. John as his team are ready to help with all your needs, from your first camping or hiking trip to your latest solo climb in the mountains. Native Summit in Edmond Oklahoma is here for you.

For more information go to www.thenativesummit.com

Huge shout out to our sponsors. 

The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof

RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply.

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This is Prairie Wolf Distillery

On this episode I chatted with Derek Duty and Jeff Cole about distilling bourbon, vodka and gin in Guthrie Oklahoma. Prairie Wolf Spirits was purchased by a band - a pack, if you will - of friends and native Oklahomans who acquired the portfolio, which features Prairie Wolf Vodka, Loyal Gin, and Prairie Wolf DARK. In early summer of 2018, the team launched Obahoshe inland-style rum made with sorghum sourced from farms in Wewoka, OK.

We talked a lot about where the company is heading, the big changes coming to Prairie Wolf including a name change soon to Wonderfolk. Starting June 1st Wonderfolk will be distilling many tasty beverages in the heart of Guthrie Oklahoma. They will be opening a bar soon as well as a food truck park and many other spots to bring the community together and enjoy drinks all year round. 

For more information on their June launch date head over to wonderfolkspirits.com or www.prairiewolfspirits.com

This episode is presented by the Made In Oklahoma coalition. The MIO Coalition is your source for information on local food and beverage products. To learn more about Oklahoma made products and how to support MIO Coalition companies visit www.miocoalition.com

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This is Dylan Brodie - From Romona Oklahoma to Hollywood.

On this episode I chatted with Oklahoma's Dylan Brodie, Unit Production Manager for Minari and many other movies. Dylan has worked on The Mule, Reservation Dogs, American Gods and many more. A lot of awesome projects in and around Oklahoma. If you are looking for a deep dive into what it means to work in film as an Oklahoman. This is it. 

Follow Dylan on instagram www.instagram.com/dylan_brodie

Huge shout out to our sponsors. 

The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof

RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply.

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This is Steve Irby - KICKER Audio

On this episode I chatted with KICKER CEO Mr Steve Irby. In 1973, KICKER's Livin' Loud legacy began as a two-man operation, hand-building professional-speaker systems in a narrow one-car garage. With very few resources and an intense love for music, company founder and current president Steve Irby invented the mobile-stereo enclosure market from his Stillwater, Oklahoma community, when he developed the Original KICKER. It was the first full frequency-range speaker box designed specifically for cars and trucks. From that historic moment, delivering concert-like audio quality across a wide volume range with renowned bass and accurate sound has always been the KICKER way. 

As a continually evolving brand, KICKER reached new heights 35 years later with the development of “Lifestyle” home and personal products for digital media devices, which include Bluetooth® speaker systems, high-performance headphones and noise-isolating in-ear headsets.

KICKER graces the Stillwater skyline and has stayed true to the values from which the company was built. KICKER products are designed and shipped from a 280,000-square-foot facility that houses nearly 200 energetic individuals who constantly push the limits of audio-design technology and performance.

KICKER products are currently sold by approximately 1,200 authorized dealers in the United States, and export sales are managed through a network of distributors serving over 2,000 dealers in approximately 50 countries.

As audio continues to evolve, KICKER will continue to be on the industry's cutting edge, pushing the limits of audio design technology, performance and integration in the quest for ultimate sound.

For more information go to www.kicker.com

Huge shout out to our sponsors. 

The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof

RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply.

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This is Colton Craig - The Oklahoma Golf Course Architect with CoHost Tyler Davis

On this episode myself and Tyler Davis interviewed golf course architect, OSU Grad and Tulsa native Colton Craig. Colton tells us all about his upbringing. His love for the land, how it naturally forms a golf course and his current and future projects.

A word from Colton. "Golf course architecture has been a passion of mine my entire life.  My old files are filled with golf courses I drew starting at the age of three. I read every book on the topic I can find, and study/walk golf courses religiously. In 2011, I started in the industry as an apprentice to a golf architect in my home town. After learning the basic principles of routing and how to read topography maps, I wanted to get my hands dirty.  Over the next couple of years I worked on various maintenance and construction crews to learn the mechanics and operations of a golf course. Determined to continue my dream, I went to Oklahoma State University to get a degree in Landscape Architecture. From there I was able to acquire internships with golf architects around the country. During these experiences I was exposed to all facets of the design process and different project types including renovations, restorations, and new courses. In February of 2019 I started my own design firm and we are currently building our first 18-hole golf course (Park Mammoth Golf Club).  I would like to take this time to thank the love of my life Annie who has supported me and my dream since the first day we met."

For more information go to: https://www.colton-craig.com

Thank you Tyler for putting this together. To support Tyler please go to. https://www.facebook.com/EpiscopalDioceseofOklahoma

Huge thanks to our sponsors for their continuous support. 

The Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Telling Oklahoma's story through its people since 1927. For more information go to www.oklahomahof.com and www.instagram.com/oklahomahof

RCB Bank. Get rates as low as 1.79% APR on new, used and refinanced cars, boats, campers and ATVs. Visit www.RCBbank.com or come into any of our 40 locations across Oklahoma to learn more. Until August 31st. Rate and financing with approved credit. Restrictions Apply.

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This is 360 Farms - Brent & Valerie Madding. The Power of Elderberry

On this episode I chatted with Brent & Valerie Madding from 360 Farms in Webbers Oklahoma. 360 FARMS is a leader in elderberry nursery plants and products. With over 7000 elderberry plants in our orchards, we’re one of the largest producers in the region.  We harvest both the elderflower and elderberry for use in our retail products.  Our products are available online and at our Market@360Farms.  Open Tuesday – Saturday from 10:00-6:00.

https://www.facebook.com/theelderberryapothecary/

https://www.instagram.com/360_farms/

This podcast is made possible by the Made In Oklahoma Program. Created for Oklahomas entrepreneurs, their free to join program focuses on economic growth and development for small businesses who grow, process or manufacture a good within Oklahoma. Retail stores who sell made in Oklahoma products can also benefit from this program. Above all, they encourage you to support and shop local whenever possible. Find them on Facebook and visit their website www.madeinoklahoma.net to learn more. #thisisoklahoma