The TravelOK Podcast

The TravelOK Podcast

Welcome to the TravelOK podcast. This podcast will educate you on in state travel, inspire you to take a day trip to a state park and entertain you with thrilling stories from experts in their industry across Oklahoma.

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October 16, 2024 47 mins

On this episode Mike sits down with Oklahoma Hall of Fame Inductee and artist Harvey Pratt. Considered one of the leading forensic artists in the United States, Harvey has spent over 50 years in law enforcement, completing thousands of witness description drawings and hundreds of soft tissue reconstructions. Harvey is a Cheyenne and Arapaho tribal member and is recognized as an accomplished master Native American Indian artist. He ...

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On this episode Chantry Banks - Director of Museums and Historic Sites for the Oklahoma Historical Society shares his personal ghost stories as well as some paranormal activity experienced at the 24 sites across Oklahoma. As well as all the exciting Halloween events coming up this fall season.

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On this episode Zac Craig joins Mike to talk about the exciting events coming to OKC this fall. Zac was named the new president of the Oklahoma City Convention and Visitors Bureau, operated by the Greater Oklahoma City Chamber in January, 2021. Craig came to the position after more than 11 years with Omni Hotels & Resorts, where he most recently served as area director of sales and marketing based in Atlanta. He is a graduate o...

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Behind the scenes interview with Matt Lowry and Chef Andrew Black of Grey Sweater, Black Walnut, Gilded Acorn and Pearl Mesa for Discover Oklahoma’s ROUTES episode one - Oklahoma A Chef’s Playground.

Behind every iconic destination is an inspiring journey. Routes, an original docuseries, shines the spotlight on many of the unsung heroes and lesser‑known places across Oklahoma where roots were laid and communities were made. It sets...

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Behind the scenes with Matt Lowry and Chef Tabb Singleton of Phat Tabbs BBQ in Idabel Oklahoma. 

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Behind every iconic destination is an inspiring journey. Routes, an original docuseries, shines the spotlight on many of the unsung heroes and lesser‑known places across Oklahoma where roots were laid and communities were made. It sets the stage for these untold narratives to unfold like never before, reve...

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Behind the scenes interview with Chef Jeff Chanchaleune and Routes Producer Matt Lowry. Chef Jeff talks about his journey, Lao food and why he chose to bring it to OKC.

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Behind every iconic destination is an inspiring journey. Routes, an original docuseries, shines the spotlight on many of the unsung heroes and lesser‑known places across Oklahoma where roots we...

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On this episode we take you behind the scenes of ROUTES A Discover Oklahoma original series, episode one. Oklahoma: A Chef’s Playground. Dave Cathey is the feature, interviewed by Producer Matt Lowry.

Behind every iconic destination is an inspiring journey. Routes, an original docuseries, shines the spotlight on many of the unsung heroes and lesser‑known places across Oklahoma where roots were laid and communities were made. It set...

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On this episode we take you behind the scenes of ROUTES A Discover Oklahoma original series, episode one. Oklahoma: A Chef’s Playground. 

Behind every iconic destination is an inspiring journey. Routes, an original docuseries, shines the spotlight on many of the unsung heroes and lesser‑known places across Oklahoma where roots were laid and communities were made. It sets the stage for these untold narratives to unfold like never be...

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On today's episode Mike chats with COO of Downtown OKC Partnership Phi Nguyen about all the exciting things coming to Downtown OKC this fall. 

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On this episode Mike talks with James Beard Award winning, Chef Andrew Black. Chef Black is featured in Discover Oklahoma’s new series “Routes” coming later this month. Chef reacts to seeing the episode for the first time and gives us a look behind the curtain at his featured concept, Grey Sweater. 

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On this episode Mike chats with Nathan Gunter, Editor of Oklahoma Today Magazine about the exciting fall football season coming our way. Oklahoma joins the SEC, OSU have new opponents joining their conference. Tailgating and family football rituals are back in full force. Football is back and Oklahoma is excited!

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On this episode Shelley and Mike talk about TravelOK's involvement in the PBR and Oklahoma Wildcatters team. Oklahoma's only PBR team. Recently the first event of the PBR season was held at Paycom Center in OKC. Listen in as Shelley and Mike talk about their first time experience attending the PBR. As well as a chat with two Oklahoma bull riders on the Oklahoma Wildcatters team Kase Hitt from Dickson Oklahoma and Hayden Harris from...

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On this episode Emma & Taylor share some of their favorite day trips. Each taking you on a trip out of OKC pin pointing a variety of stops along the way before reaching their final destination. 

Emma’s Day Trip - Chickasaw National Recreation Park

Toy and Action Museum https://www.toyandactionfiguremuseum.com/ 

Bedre Fine Chocolates https://www.toyandactionfiguremuseum.com/

El Agave Mexican - https://www.elagavedavis.com/

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On this episode Mike sits down with Whitney from Oklahoma Agritourism to talk about the incredible events and opportunities available to Oklahomans and travelers this summer. Starting this weekend with the Porter and Stratford Peach festivals. 

More information here: www.oklahomaagritourism.com/

Porter Peach Festival www.porterpeachfestivals.com/

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On this episode Mike talks with Executive Director of the Oklahoma Historical Society, Trait Thompson. Mike and Trait talk about the event that is happening at Honey Springs this weekend. 

 

Honey Springs Battlefield will hold its annual memorial service honoring the 161st anniversary of the Battle of Honey Springs near Checotah on Saturday, July 13, at 10:30 a.m.

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Today Mike sat down with Karen Mansell one of our employees at McGee Creek State Park. Karen shares her favorite park experiences and memories from her service to the State. Perched on the southwest edge of the Ouachita Mountain Range. McGee Creek State Park offers an abundance of recreational opportunities from water activities, camping and hiking to fishing and hunting in the adjacent McGee Creek Wildlife Management Area. This pe...

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On this episode of The TravelOK Podcast Mike, Taylor and Emma discus their top 5 "Hidden Gems" in and around the OKC Metro area. 

 

Mikes 5:

Michael Murphys Piano Bar 

Trompudo's Tacos

Capitol Co-Op Coffee

OKC Bike Trails

Little Knights Mexican Restaurant

 

Emma's 5:

Don't Stress Meowt Cat Cafe 

Day Trip to Medicine Park

OKC Zoo

Awaji Izakaya Sushi Restaurant 

First American Museum

 

Taylors 5:

Kao Mun Gai - Thai Etery 

Tunnels und...

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Rhys Martin is the President of the Oklahoma Route 66 Association based in Tulsa Oklahoma. Today we talk about Rhys personal connection to Oklahoma's section of the Mother Road. It's Oklahoma history, plans for the centennial in 2026 and the Route 66 Road Fest coming up in June. The Oklahoma Route 66 Association is a not-for-profit organization made up of volunteers who are dedicated to the promotion and preservation of Route 66.

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Welcome to the TravelOK podcast. On this episode Shelley and Mike talk about the 10 things Shelley can't roadtrip without as well as what Shelley's looking forward to coming up this summer in Oklahoma. 

Shelleys Motown Playlist -

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