Episodes

Aug. 17, 2025

Saddle Up for Fun: Your Guide to Mustang's Western Days

Step right up and get ready for a true taste of the American West! In this episode, we have an interview with Western Days Committee Chair, Jeff Hopper. Jeff is taking us on a virtual trip to Mustang, Oklahoma, for a can't-miss event: Western Days. Held annually on the first full weekend after Labor Day, this festival is a vibrant showcase of good old-fashioned fun. Welcome to the fast-growing city of Mustang in Canadian County. This central Oklahoma community neighbors Oklahoma City but offers...
Aug. 11, 2025

OK Air Fest: Up, Up, and Away on Route 66

Get ready for a festival that will take your breath away! Welcome to , where the sky is the limit and adventure awaits. We’re talking with Carri Lawrence, co founder & organizer, about an unforgettable three-day celebration of flight, extreme...
Aug. 4, 2025

Wild Brew 2025 on tap: Tulsa's Premier Conservation & Brews Event

Get ready for ! In this special episode, we sit down with Dr. Chad Ellis from the to dive deep into the incredible conservation work your Wild Brew ticket supports. Discover how the Sutton Center brought Bald Eagles back from the brink in...
July 27, 2025

Pickin' and Grinnin' at the Blanchard Bluegrass Festival

Join us for a foot-stomping, banjo-picking good time as we dive into the heart of Oklahoma's bluegrass scene! In this episode, we're setting our sights on the annual Blanchard Bluegrass Festival at Lions Park, where families gather for two days of incredible music. We'll preview Friday's uplifting gospel music kickoff and all the traditional bluegrass jams that'll keep you grooving on Saturday. Plus, we'll talk about the delicious on-site food trucks and the chance for musicians to join in on im...
July 20, 2025

Five For Fighting Free at Scissortail Park & The OKC Coliseum

This week on the podcast, we're thrilled to feature an interview with Grammy®-nominated, platinum-selling artist John Ondrasik, better known as Five For Fighting. With over a billion streams and a string of hits like "Superman (It's Not Easy)" and "100 Years," Ondrasik was a top 10 Hot Adult Contemporary artist for the 2000s, with his music gracing over 350 films, TV shows, and commercials, including The Blind Side, Hawaii Five-O, and The Sopranos. Named one of the Best Places to Visit by Fromm...
July 13, 2025

Fossil Finds and Fort Gibson Lake Adventures: Exploring Sequoyah State Park

Ready to step back in time AND soak up some stunning natural beauty? On this episode, we're exploring in Oklahoma, a true gem for outdoor enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Join us as we walk the fascinating Fossil Trail, a short but mighty...
July 6, 2025

Discovering the Heart of Route 66 at Hi-Way Cafe

Join us as we pull over in , to explore the iconic , a family-owned gem nestled along the historic Route 66. Voted #6 "Best Hole-In-The-Wall" Restaurant and #9 "Most Unassuming Restaurant" in Oklahoma, this cozy diner is a must-visit for travelers and...
June 29, 2025

Rush Springs Watermelon Festival: A Celebration of Community

Today we have an interview with the 80th Rush Springs Watermelon Queen. Dive into the heart of Oklahoma’s vibrant community spirit with our podcast episode exploring the Rush Springs Watermelon Festival! Held every second Saturday in August, this beloved annual event celebrates the local watermelon crop with lively music, mouthwatering food, and endless family-friendly fun. Join us as we take you through the festival’s highlights, from Thursday and Friday’s thrilling rodeo to Saturday’s all-day...
June 22, 2025

Wellston Pig Fest: A Weekend Getaway

Today we are discussing in . August 2nd at Rainbow Valley Ranch, Wellston, Oklahoma PiG Fest is a two-day music festival set on a sprawling 160-acre farm in Wellston, Oklahoma. Founded in 2021 by passionate lifelong musicians, PiG Fest celebrates the...
June 15, 2025

Travertine Creek: The Best Swimming Holes in OK

Dive into the natural wonder of Travertine Creek, a hidden gem nestled within Oklahoma’s . In this episode, we explore the creek’s crystal-clear waters, famed for forming stunning travertine limestone deposits. From its origins at Antelope and...
June 8, 2025

Porter Peach Festival: Family Fun for Everyone

Today we are discussing in . The Porter Peach Festival celebrates the area’s legacy crop of peaches with a myriad of activities and events perfect for a summer day with the family. You can shop for fresh, juicy peaches, peach products and other...
June 1, 2025

WoodyFest: Celebrating the Dust Bowl Ballad Legend

WoodyFest: Celebrating the Dust Bowl Ballad Legend Today we are discussing in . The Woody Guthrie Folk Festival celebrates the life and musical legacy of one of America's greatest folk music songwriters and troubadours, Woody Guthrie. Held in Okemah,...
May 25, 2025

LibertyFest: Edmond's 50+ Year Tradition

Today we are discussing in . Attend one of America's top Independence Day celebrations when you head to Edmond for LibertyFest with the biggestfireworks display in the OKC Metro. The fifty-year-plus tradition includes patriotic events like a parade,...
May 18, 2025

The McLoud Blackberry Festival: A Taste of Oklahoma History

Today we are discussing in . The McLoud Blackberry Festival, which began in the early 1940s, is one of the oldest food festival in the state of Oklahoma. Originally a celebration of the local cash farm crop, blackberries, the festival combined with...
May 11, 2025

Oklahoma Hunters and Anglers 2025 Deer Expo Preview

Today we have an interview with Rick Nolan with the in . Oklahoma Hunters & Anglers is a non-profit and non-government organization dedicated to serving the vibrant community of sports men and women across our great state. Founded with a passion...
May 4, 2025

Would you sleep in a covered wagon?

Today we are discussing a unique way to stay at in . Turner Falls Park in Davis, OK is an adventurous and family friendly annual destination nestled in the heart of the Arbuckle Mountains. From Dr. Collings' Rock Castle to the 77ft waterfall and...
April 27, 2025

Are you ready for a rock music festival that rose up in Oklahoma?

Today we are discussing the in . Come to the Rose Rock Music Festival in downtown Noble for a fun-filled weekend featuring plenty of family activities. Visitors to this event will enjoy a carnival with popular carnival rides, a car show, poker run...
April 20, 2025

Are you ready for one of the largest arts festivals in Oklahoma?

Today we are discussing the in . The annual Paseo Arts Festival in Oklahoma City showcases the original works of over 90 visual artists in the historic Paseo Arts District. One of the largest arts festivals in the state, festival guests can view many...
April 13, 2025

Thousands gather every year for this Oklahoma Festival!

Today we are discussing the in . The Stilwell Strawberry Festival is the longest continuous running event in Oklahoma. It’s an event held the second Saturday in May, which celebrates the fruit that put us on the map - strawberries. Stilwell Foods...
April 6, 2025

Is this the best Bar-B-Que sauce in the world?

Is this the best Bar-B-Que sauce in the world? Today we are discussing in . Donovan Fred Head, known as "Uncle Bud, was a Navy cook in World War II. He tinkered with the recipe and soon Uncle Bud had perfected the recipe and eventually started...
March 30, 2025

Is this the MOST family friendly park in Oklahoma?

Today we are discussing in . Meadowlake Park is one of Enid's largest parks covering 110 acres of land. The park offers many family attractions including a miniature train ride around the lake, a miniature golf course and an authentic carousel. There...
290
March 23, 2025

How are you celebrating the land run?

How are you celebrating the land run? Today we are discussing in . The annual 89er Days Celebration commemorates the Land Run of 1889 and the birth of Guthrie. On April 22, 1889, tens of thousands of excited Victorian-era land seekers lined the...
March 16, 2025

You want to get into the great outdoors without leaving the city?

Today we are discussing in . Created to provide nature education opportunities for Oklahoma residents, Martin Park Nature Center is a 140-acre nature park that combines recreation, education and wildlife. The Oklahoma City park features a hands-on...
March 9, 2025

Have you met the Crawfish King?

Have you met the Crafish King? Today we are discussing in Get ready for a spring celebration centered on New Orleans eats at the annual Crawfish Festival in Tahlequah. Reserve your crawfish meal in advance, and partake in 6,000 pounds of crawfish...