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Welcome to Tulsa Talks presented by Tulsa Regional Chamber, I’m your host Tim Landes.  That voice belongs to Corey Atchison. On July 16, Corey became a free man for the first time in nearly three decades. Judge Sharon Holmes said he was “actually innocent” of the 1990 killing of James Warren Lane. During our conversation, Corey revisits the night of the murder. He was found guilty on June 14 1991....

Johnna Hayes has devoted her career to working her way up through the Tulsa restaurant scene over the last two decades. Four years ago, she was a bartender. Today, she's one of three women who run 3 Sirens Restaurant Group, which operates two Bramble locations, Bird and Bottle, and the newly acquired Celebrity Club Restaurant. Plus there's more on the way. Hayes discusses growing up in T...

Welcome to Tulsa Talks presented by Tulsa Regional Chamber. On this episode, a conversation with Dr. Deborah Gist, superintendent of Tulsa Public Schools.  We all heard about the teacher salary increases, but where are they on teacher hiring (11:20)? State funding for education remains among the lowest in the nation, so what needs to change (12:50)?  Dr. Gist looks back at her 30-year career (18:0...

Welcome to the third season of Tulsa Talks presented by Tulsa Regional Chamber.  Our season premiere features a conversation with Dr. Leigh Goodson, president and CEO of Tulsa Community College. We begin the discussion by talking about TCC’s 50th anniversary, which is also featured in the August issue of TulsaPeople. She talks about the school as it is today, what it means to her to be the first f...

Today, a conversation with Danny Boy O’Connor, who went from 90s hip hop star to passionate preservationist, transforming The Outsiders House into a museum, and a point of pride for Tulsa. Then, City Editor Morgan Phillips steps up to the plate for an extra-sporty edition of What the What? So let’s talk, Tulsa. That’s the voice of Danny Boy O’Connor, savior of the now-revered “Outsiders” house onc...

Today, a conversation with Sherry Gamble Smith on Tulsa’s Juneteenth celebration , and how we as a city can continue to move toward reconciliation. Then, editor Anne Brockman offers her top picnic tips for that perfect summer meal. This episode of Tulsa Talks is brought to you by the Tulsa Regional Chamber . So let’s talk, Tulsa. Topics in this episode Juneteenth: its significance/history national...

That’s Taylor Hanson, and if you live in Tulsa or if you’re a fan of eponymous band Hanson , he needs no introduction. The band is comprised of brothers Isaac (guitar, bass, piano, vocals), Taylor (keyboards, piano, guitar, drums, vocals), and Zac (drums, piano, guitar, vocals). They started the band in 1992 when they were 11, 9 and 6, and skyrocketed to fame with MMMBop in 1997. Now, 27 years aft...

You’re listening to Tulsa Talks, a TulsaPeople podcast , episode 2.9. I’m Anna Bennett. This episode of Tulsa Talks is brought to you by the Tulsa Regional Chamber . Today, a conversation with Kuma Roberts , the Chamber’s self-described renaissance woman. Then, Morgan Phillips tries her hand at figure drawing in a fully-clothed installment of What the What?!  So let’s talk, Tulsa. That’s Kuma Robe...

Few people have created art across as many disciplines as Joy Harjo. Even fewer have achieved her level of success.  The Tulsa native and member of the Muscogee Creek Nation is best known for her poetry, which she writes as "a voice of the indigenous people." Since the 1970s, she has published 12 books of poetry, which have won her myriad awards: the prestigious Ruth Lilly Prize , a Gugg...

This episode of Tulsa Talks is brought to you by the Tulsa Regional Chamber . Today, Majeste Pearson is in the studio to talk about the many ups and downs of a career in music — even at the tender age of 22. Then, city editor Morgan Phillips discovers the next best thing to owning a time machine in a positively medieval edition of What the What?! So let’s talk, Tulsa. That’s musician Majeste Pears...

Mayor G.T. Bynum on how data analysis can reinvent civic decision-making, and how social media can reconnect elected officials to the people. Happy First Day of Spring, Tulsa! Editor Anne Brockman shares what’s on the menu this season across town. So let’s talk, Tulsa. This episode of Tulsa Talks is brought to you by the Tulsa Regional Chamber. "People in Tulsa aren't sitting back and sa...

This episode of Tulsa Talks is brought to you by the Tulsa Regional Chamber. Today, Amazing Emeka talks about finding his path — and his surprise appearance on the Ellen Show. Then, city editor Morgan Phillips takes the bus — with an adorable sidekick in tow, during What the What?! So let’s talk, Tulsa. Emeka Nnaka is synonymous with resilience, optimism and service. Today, he’s a motivational spe...

Anna America took the helm at Tulsa’s Parks and Recreation department in the fall of 2018. Despite being relatively new at this position, Anna is certainly no stranger to life in the public eye. This episode of Tulsa Talks is brought to you by Celebrate LIFE, March 7 at the Cox Business Center, a gala benefiting LIFE Senior Services. You’re listening to Tulsa Talks, a TulsaPeople podcast, episode...

Today, a conversation with dueling piano phenom Tom Basler about his many reinventions, both personal and professional. Then, City Editor Morgan Phillips plays with hammers and hot metal during What the What?! So let’s talk, Tulsa. That’s the voice of Tom Basler, talking about why he decided to stay in Tulsa — even after his son left for the Navy and his long-time gig at Full Moon Cafe came to an...

Today’s guest left Tulsa with dreams of stardom. Now, Ana Berry is a champion for the city, with a new perspective on life. Then, Langston Hughes Academy senior Adilene Peru delivers Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech. So let’s talk, Tulsa. That’s the voice of Ana Berry, a media personality and yoga teacher. Even if you don’t know her name, you probably know Ana. Ana is the daughter...

Season 2 is all about reinvention, and you could say that today’s guest, Meg Myers Morgan, wrote the book on how to do it — through negotiation and self-reflection.  Then, City Editor Morgan Phillips takes fitness resolutions to new heights on today’s edition of What the What?! So let’s talk, Tulsa. Today's episode is brought to you by CVCaudit.com, presenting the 2019 TulsaPeople Readership...

Coming to your podcast feed on January 2... It’s Tulsa Talks 2.0. The second season of Tulsa Talks is all about reinvention.   The good...   The bad...   And the unexpected...   Featuring guests like Meg Myers Morgan, Ana Berry, Emeka Nnaka, G.T. Bynum, Tom Basler, Anna America and more. But city editor Morgan Phillips hasn’t changed one bit. She’ll be trying something new every month on What the...

You’re listening to Tulsa Talks, a TulsaPeople Podcast, episode 10. I’m your host, Anna Bennett.  This episode is brought to you by Gilcrease Museum, presenting the exhibit Americans All!  On this season one finale, I talk with Mazen Abufadil, an artist, educator and immigrant, whose work is currently featured at the Gilcrease Museum. Plus, Jerry Wofford takes a look back at the best musical momen...

Today's episode is sponsored by Tulsa Botanic Garden, presenting Festival of Lights through January 6. On today’s episode, I’m feeling extra festive, because we’ve got Philbrook Museum director Scott Stulen in the studio to talk about the museum’s annual Festival. Then, Morgan Phillips takes the stage with a dramatic rendition of What the What?! That’s the voice of Scott Stulen, the now-iconi...

Tulsa has many wonderful programs and initiatives to help those struggling with mental health crises, homelessness and other problems. But a new nonprofit, Pause4Paws, seeks to eliminate an often-unseen barrier to seeking help — by offering short-term emergency pet fostering. I sat down executive Cindy Webb to find out more. Any pet owner can tell you the positive mental health effects that animal...

You're listening to Tulsa Talks, a TulsaPeople podcast. I'm your host Anna Bennett.   Today's episode features a conversation with Elizabeth Frame Ellison, the President and CEO of the Lobeck Taylor Family Foundation, which just celebrated the opening of the Mother Road Market. Then city editor Morgan Philips tries her hand at storytelling in this week's episode of what the wha...

On today's special Halloween bonus episode of the Tulsa Talks podcast, we sit down with two Tulsans who live in real haunted houses. Listen if you dare...

Today’s episode is sponsored by Care Card, benefiting Family and Children’s Services. City Councilor Vanessa Hall-Harper gives us a debrief of why civilian oversight might be the next step to mend relations between community and police. Later on, Ian Swart from the Historical Society shares a spooky true crime story about a serial killer, a correspondence club, and a string of ex-husbands. So let’...

You may know her as the Kevin Bacon of Tulsa, the former executive director of TYPros, or as the founder of Zakerion Strategies and Consulting, but title aside, Shagah Zakerion might just be Tulsa’s biggest fan, and the city’s fiercest advocate. Shagah’s unique resume and passion for the city have made her the perfect booster for Tulsa’s latest up-and-coming development. The Arena District Master...

During last week's episode, Jerry Wofford from the Woody Guthrie Center just has too many recommendations to contain in the brief music segment. So, we decided to release the whole interview as a bonus episode. Listen up — you just might discover your new favorite artist. Featured music in this episode: Levi Parham,"Heavyweight," from the album "It's All Good." Click...