This is Oklahoma

On this episode I chatted with artist, muralist, van man and all around creator Dusty Gilpin. Dusty is a generational creative, he shares his and his families story of creative in OKC.  Check out his new shop in the Plaza 1717 NW 16th St, Oklahoma City, OK 73106 Follow him on instagram - www.instagram.com/okiedust www.okiedust.com   Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the...

On this episode I chatted with CEO of The CARE Center Stacy McNeiland. Stacy shares her story through the ups and the downs leading her into this incredible position leading The CARE Center. Organized in 1991, The CARE Center is Oklahoma County’s only child advocacy center, committed to helping children find their voice and begin to heal after abuse as well as preventing child abuse through educat...

On this episode I chatted with the current Oklahoma Wildlife Conservation Foundation Executive Director Mr Sean McCabe. Sean grew up in Duncan Oklahoma, ran track at Oklahoma State where he stayed to coach, then worked for the OSU Foundation before recently moving to the Oklahoma Wildlife Department.  https://www.okwcf.org/news/owcf-welcomes-new-executive-director Huge thank you to our sponsors. T...

On this episode I chatted with Rebecka Peterson, Rebecka is an educator. One of the best in the nation. Former Oklahoma Teacher of the Year and National Teacher of the Year. We dive into Rebecka’s incredible background, teaching methods and how teaching has impacted her life.  Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Oklahoma’s story through i...

On this episode I chatted with Ashleigh Robinson former Miss Oklahoma and now Development Manager at Bethany Children’s Health Center. A lifelong Oklahoman and passionate advocate for individuals with disabilities, Robinson brings a unique blend of experience in education, advocacy, and public engagement to the position. Robinson, who was crowned Miss Oklahoma in 2021, has dedicated her career to...

On this episode I chatted with the Chief Audiologist and Research at Hearts for Hearing Dr. Rene Gifford. Dr Rene is a rockstar in her field of audiology. Hearts for Hearing is building a new 30,000sqft facility to help more patients. Hearts for Hearing has mainly focused on children’s since its inception, but with the new facility their adult services will increase. Exciting times in OKC. https:/...

On this episode I chatted to Rodeo legend and Founder of Mo Betta shirts made famous by Garth Brooks, Mr Maury Tate from Apache Oklahoma. Maury shares his life story, chasing his dream to be a roper, have a successful career in rodeo. Founding Mo Betta as he started his professional rodeo career and now a stock contractor in charge of the Cody Wyoming Rodeo spanning 92 straight nights.  Huge thank...

On this episode I chatted with fellow Agency colleague Kasey Reyes. Kasey is born and raised in Edmond Oklahoma and has crafted her business to success over the recent years. Now she has her eyes set on a Hugh one of a kind development in OKC.  https://myersparkokc.com/ www.instagram.com/myersparkokc Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-Pickens Museum telling Ok...

Josh is the print planning editor at The New York Times. Mr. Crutchmer is responsible for the organization of the daily newspaper as well as the look of the final edition of the Times' Sunday front page — and he gets the occasional byline. Prior to joining The Times, he was the assistant managing editor of The Plain Dealer in Cleveland where, among other high-profile events, he oversaw coverage an...

On this episode I chatted with Senator James Lankford about this career in ministry, growing up in Texas, what led him to Oklahoma and much more. This is part 1 of our conversation, part 2 will be released shortly.  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...

On this episode i chatted with Cindy about her passion for helping growing businesses in tax. In 2017, Cindy set out to disrupt the tax and accounting industry. After 15 years working in global firms serving large corporations and multiplying the wealth of their owners, she realized the existing model ignored small and growing business owners. Discontent with business as usual, she created NextGen...

On this episode I chatted with local visual artist Ashley Forrest about her journey as an artist in OKC. Ashleys shares her Oklahoma story and how Art saved her life.   https://www.instagram.com/_ashley_forrest/ 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.c...

On this episode I chatted with the Redbud Classic team. The Founder Coe London, the Executive Director Kristen and current board member Gary. They shared the 42 years of history, the founding story and all things Redbud over the years. Redbud Classic is the longest standing event in OKC for runners and cyclists.  SIGN UP TO PARTICIPATE https://redbud.org/ MORE INFO https://redbud.org/redbud-classi...

On this episode I had the pleasure of talking with Pepper DeVaughn about his Oklahoma story. Pepper is a personal injury lawyer whose record-breaking verdicts and settlements are proof that he understands how the system works. As co-lead counsel, Pepper has obtained several multimillion-dollar recoveries for victims, including a $20 million verdict. He’s been named Super Lawyers’ Oklahoma Rising S...

On this episode I chatted with Chief Marketing Officer of Bethany Children’s Center Richard Mills. Richard is from Ghana and moved to the US when he was eleven years old. A love for public service and marketing his journey to BCHC is one for all to know. https://www.instagram.com/richhonesty/ https://www.bethanychildrens.org Huge thank you to our sponsors. The Oklahoma Hall of Fame at the Gaylord-...

On this episode I chatted with Keaton Ely about his career as a DJ, life up until this point, his ups and downs, his health journey, fatherhood journey and more. Follow Keaton here https://www.instagram.com/gold_lincoln_/ 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.okl...

On this episode I chatted with Mikey Dillard A second generation CEO of Century Martial Arts. Dedicated to professionalize the martial arts as an industry so that its benefits and traditions can continue to be passed down for generations to come. Century is proud to service a variety of customers in all martial arts markets including its subsidiaries the Martial Arts Industry Association (MAIA), G...

On this episode I chatted with former ER Trauma Dr. Kevin White about his career and transition into longevity and preventative care. "We practice Integrative Medicine – combining the best of alternative and conventional medicine, while focusing on longevity.” For more information go to: https://www.primehealthassociates.com/ The Daily Apple https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-daily-apple-po...

On this episode I chatted with local musician Johnny about his journey through music, military and Oklahoma to lead him to where he is today. Bio: Johnny Manchild and the Poor Bastards is an American multi-genre ensemble founded by Johnny Manchild. Since its founding in 2016, the band took the internet by storm, with a unique conundrum of jazz idioms, alt-rock, world music, and funk that prompted...

On this episode I chatted with  serial entrepreneur and relentless innovator Bryan Clifton. In his own words "I live at the intersection of business and psychology. I thrive in chaos and highly volatile situations. I believe people and companies are capable of much more than they believe.” Bryan has a fantastic story, enjoy. https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryanclifton/ Huge thank you to our sponsors....

On this episode I chatted with Dr Joren Whitley about his Chiropractic journey and not only on humans but how he dove into the world of animal chiropractic. Working on all shapes sizes from lizards all the way up to gorillas and giraffes. Check out his incredible social media content below. You have to see it to believe it! https://www.instagram.com/oklahomachiro/ https://www.instagram.com/dr.jore...

Jay Sage is an award-winning Oklahoma based artist showing and working both nationally and internationally. He is represented in prestigious collections and strives to produce work that conveys a broad spectrum of feelings. Feelings such as loneliness, vanity, greed, hope, and even contentment permeate his imagery. He visually paves a highway into the emotional world by creating empathy in the vie...

On this episode I chatted with Maggie Peterson owner of The Oil Tree. Oklahoma City's premier destination for Ultra-Premium, Extra Virgin Olive Oils, Beautifully Aged Balsamic Vinegars & Gourmet Groceries never before seen in the area. Whether you're looking to experience the health benefits and extraordinary taste found in one of our ultra-premium, extra virgin olive oils, or you'd like to tr...

MetroFamily Magazine, the area’s award-winning, premier resource on parenting, family fun and education, shares a renewed commitment to building strong families through education insights and community connection with the announcement of the ‘What’s Right with Our Schools’ series for 2025. I sit with editor Erin Page as Chief Executive Officer and Publisher and seasoned business owner Morgan Harri...

On this episode I chatted with Bob Ricks. Bob is an American law enforcement agent and politician from Texas and Oklahoma. He has worked for the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Governor of Oklahoma and in local law enforcement. He is best known as the FBI Assistant Special Agent in Charge during the 1993 Waco Siege and as FBI Special Agent in Charge during the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing inves...