Localites OKC

12.03.20 Curbside Flowers

Localites OKC — Thu, 03 Dec 2020 09:30:00 -0600

This week we're joined by Ranya Forgotson of the Homeless Alliance and Curbside Chronicle to chat about their newest program, Curbside Flowers. Curbside Flowers is a full service flower shop located at 522 N. Classen Blvd. Suite 100. They will be opening the doors to the shop on Dec. 15, visit www.curbsideflowers.org to learn more!

11.19.20 Kindred Spirits

Localites OKC — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 09:39:00 -0600

We're back with a special interview featuring Kindred Spirits owners Sandino Thompson & Chaya Fletcher! Kindred Spirits is located at 1726 NE 23rd St., Ste C, Oklahoma City and is currently hosting cocktail popups, and will be fully open by the end of November! Learn more at www.kindredspiritsokc.com

09.24.20 Theatre Crude Fringe Festival

Localites OKC — Thu, 24 Sep 2020 09:33:00 -0600

This week we're joined by Jenny & Adam Brand, Co-founders of the Theatre Crude Fringe Festival. Pivoting to a virtual format for it's second year, this festival is coming up October 1 - 10 online via Factory Obscura. All shows are Pay What You Can for their premiere performances, with all P.W.Y.C. proceeds going directly to the artists. After the premieres you can catch the entire festival for just $5 with an all-access pass to watch throughout the month of October. Visit Theatrecrude.org to learn more!

09.17.20 Dragon Yoga

Localites OKC — Thu, 17 Sep 2020 08:25:00 -0600

Hey OKC, we're joined today by Desirae Penton, Owner of Dragon Yoga, a new pay what you can yoga studio coming to Western Avenue on September 25th. Follow along at @dragonyoga on social media!

09.03.20 Cookies & Cocktails

Localites OKC — Thu, 03 Sep 2020 08:45:00 -0600

Happy September y'all, we're back and joined by Ally Glavas & Leah Roper, co-chairs of Cookies & Cocktails to talk about the 9th annual event. This year's Cookies & Cocktails will take place September 18, 5:30-8:30 p.m. and will be in a drive-thru format! Get your tickets at gswestok.org/cc20 and use code FriendsFamily for $5 off!

08.06.20 Third Anniversary & Cavern Company

Localites OKC — Thu, 06 Aug 2020 08:55:00 -0600

It's been three years y'all! Thank you to every single person who has been listening here and following along on social media as we shared our passion for all things local with you over the last three years. In honor of our anniversary and in leu of a celebration, we invited on the musical geniuses behind our theme music, Cavern Company! Zach Shomaker and Joshua Warren joined us for and incredibly fun interview and to let us know what they have been up to in quarantine! www.caverncompany.com

07.30.20 Ride OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 30 Jul 2020 07:34:00 -0600

We're joined this week by Ryan Fogle to chat about Ride OKC and their awesome local bike tours! You can learn more and book your tour by visiting RideOKC.com!

07.16.20 Lúa Mediterranean & Bottle Shop

Localites OKC — Thu, 16 Jul 2020 07:07:00 -0600

Today we're joined by Chef Shelby Sieg, Riley Marshall, and Aimee Ahpeatone to talk about the newest restaurant to join the Plaza District, Lúa Mediterranean & Bottle Shop! Learn more: www.luaokc.com

07.09.20 YummusOKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 09 Jul 2020 06:56:00 -0600

Today we're joined by YummusOKC owner Shukri Samman, to chat all about hummus and his new pop up restaurant, Yummus Plant Based Mediterranean located inside Vintage Coffee. They are currently open Wed-Fri. - 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. to-go only, order food ahead of time online at www.vintagecoffeeok.com.

07.02.20 OK Cider Co

Localites OKC — Thu, 02 Jul 2020 07:26:00 -0600

Today's guests have been a long time coming, Tim King and Luke Hadsall finally joined us to chat about OK Cider Co! They are planning to open their cidery taproom this weekend, on Saturday July 4th. We're so thrilled to have Oklahoma's first cidery open the first cider taproom in OKC on the historic Film Row.

06.25.20 OKC Sweets

Localites OKC — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 07:12:00 -0600

This week we're joined by OKC Sweets owner Stefanie Embree, to chat about her brand new sweets shop in Nichols Hills Crossing at 7306 N. Western Avenue.

Learn more at okcsweets.com.

06.18.20 Livegrass Butcher+Bistro

Localites OKC — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 08:30:00 -0600

We're back OKC and we sure missed ya! Today we're joined by Chef Josh Valentine and Owner Mark Goss of Livegrass Butcher+Bistro. Livegrass is a brand new concept located in Edmond at 3601 East 2nd Street and are set to begin a phased opening on June 30. Visit to learn more www.livegrassok.com.

05.21.20 Frenzy Brewing

Localites OKC — Thu, 21 May 2020 06:25:00 -0600

Hey y'all, long time no see! We're back, at least for this week, joined by Matt & Beth Conner for an update from Frenzy Brewing. They will be opening their taproom, located at 15 S Broadway in Edmond, in the next few weeks. Learn more at www.frenzybrewing.com.

COVID-19 Update

Localites OKC — Thu, 19 Mar 2020 08:51:00 -0600

Hey OKC, rough week huh? Due to COVID-19 we will be going on hiatus until things get back to normal.

03.12.20 Broke Brewing

Localites OKC — Thu, 12 Mar 2020 08:35:00 -0600

So much craft beer, this week we're joined by Charn Langford of Broke Brewing, another of Oklahoma City's newest breweries, located at 3810 N Tulsa Ave. Visit https://broke.beer to learn more!

OK Contemporary Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 09 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0600

On this week's minisode we're joined by the artistic director of Oklahoma Contemporary, Jeremiah Davis to talk all about their new building, opening weekend and the new programming they will be offering at the new center. To learn more visit: https://oklahomacontemporary.org

03.05.20 OKC's Pop Culture Con

Localites OKC — Thu, 05 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0600

Happy Thursday OKC, we're joined in our new studio at the Tower Theatre by Rad Janloo, founder of a brand new event, OKC's Pop Culture Con! You can find all of the details and purchase tickets at https://okcpopcon.com/.

02.27.20 The Study

Localites OKC — Thu, 27 Feb 2020 14:08:44 -0600

This week we're joined by Ian Bennett and Megan Allen, owners of The Study, a new wine bar coming mid-March to The Paramount Building on Film Row. Learn more at thestudyokc.com.

02.20.20 Roughtail Brewing

Localites OKC — Thu, 20 Feb 2020 13:54:46 -0600

This week we're back to chatting about craft beer with Blaine Stansel, one of the owners of Roughtail Brewing! They will be opening their new space up at 320 W Memorial Rd, in mid-March. Their doors will be open Monday, the 16th and will be celebrating on the 19th. https://www.roughtailbeer.com

02.13.20 Spelling Bee(r)

Localites OKC — Thu, 13 Feb 2020 14:08:06 -0600

This week we're joined by Midtown Rotary President Laura Nauman to talk about their 10th annual Spelling Bee(r) fundraiser coming up February 21 from 6 - 10 p.m. at Tower Theatre. Learn more and purchase tickets at https://www.towertheatreokc.com/e/spelling-beer-86731800149/?fbclid=IwAR2V3jzAavEc_E-0Pm3aaOdk929G4EsLi97uiiJqw-9-XA2b_U2DU9epxyU

People Not Politicians Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 10 Feb 2020 13:11:26 -0600

Happy Monday OKC! Today we're joined by Andy Moore, previously on for Lets Fix This, but today is talking about People Not Politicians, a nonpartisan initiative to end gerrymandering. To learn even more about this issue come hang out with us tonight at Lively Beerworks from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for a happy hour and info session! You can also visit www.peoplenotpoliticians.org.

02.06.20 Friends of the Metropolitan Library System Annual Booksale

Localites OKC — Thu, 06 Feb 2020 15:10:10 -0600

This week we're chatting about the Friends of the Metropolitan Library System Annual Booksale with volunteer Beth Toland! The 40th annual book sale is coming February 22 and 23 at the State Fairgrounds Oklahoma Expo Hall from 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m Learn more at http://www.supportmls.org/friends.

01.30.20 The Great American Trailer Park Musical at The Boom

Localites OKC — Thu, 30 Jan 2020 13:23:06 -0600

This week we're joined by Kara Chapman, director of The Great American Trailer Park Musical coming to The Boom 02/07 - 03/14 on Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. Visit Theboomokc.com to learn more and purchase your tickets!

01.23.20 Palo Santo

Localites OKC — Thu, 23 Jan 2020 14:08:39 -0600

This week we're joined by Brian Butler, owner of Palo Santo, a new cocktail bar and kitchen opening in the next few weeks in the Farmers Market District! Learn more at https://www.palosantobar.com

01.16.20 Core4 Brewing

Localites OKC — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:12:46 -0600

This week we finally have Core4 Brewing owners Buck Buchanan and Amy Simon, with a cameo from Marty Simon, in the studio to talk about OKC's soon to be newest taproom brewery. They will be open in The Paramount Building on Film Row in the next few weeks, we will keep y'all posted on an exact date.

01.09.20 Edmond Railyard

Localites OKC — Thu, 09 Jan 2020 14:01:40 -0600

This week we're learning all about the Edmond Railyard from Owners Chris Anderson and Casey Massegee. They are planning to have a celebration coming up in March when all of the tenants are moved in. Follow along at www.facebook.com/EdmondRailyard.

01.02.20 Okie Show Show

Localites OKC — Thu, 02 Jan 2020 12:16:20 -0600

Happy New Year OKC! This week we're joined by Brian Gilliland and Kelly Lawson, hosts of the Okie Show Show, to talk all about their podcast and the 4th season premiering January 6 and their launch party at The Paramount Room at 5 p.m. on January 5th! Learn more and subscribe to their show https://www.okieshowshow.com.

12.26.19 Barrels & Mash

Localites OKC — Thu, 26 Dec 2019 15:11:55 -0600

Our final foodie friends guests are Kate & Kris Kettner to teach us about whiskey and how Barrels & Mash came to be. Check out their content online at barrelsandmash.com.

12.19.19 Take a Bite OK

Localites OKC — Thu, 19 Dec 2019 13:56:51 -0600

For our third foodie friend interview, we invited Phi Nguyen to come chat about Take a Bite OK! Follow TABOK on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/takeabiteok!

12.12.19 OKC Foodcast

Localites OKC — Thu, 12 Dec 2019 13:05:41 -0600

We're continuing our December Foodie Friends interviews with Nabeel Jamal, co-host of OKC Foodcast! http://okcfoodcast.com

12.05.19 Bevographer

Localites OKC — Thu, 05 Dec 2019 19:29:53 -0600

We're mixing things in the month of December by interviewing a few of our Foodie Friends each week, starting with Miranda Hodge aka the Bevographer! https://bevographer.com/

11.28.19 Aurora

Localites OKC — Thu, 28 Nov 2019 12:00:33 -0600

Happy Thanksgiving OKC! This week we're joined by Jamie Winteroth, Owner of Aurora and Social Deck & Dining to talk about the relaunch of Aurora coming up the first week of December.

11.21.19 Hacienda Tacos

Localites OKC — Thu, 21 Nov 2019 13:52:08 -0600

This week we're joined by Hacienda Tacos Owner Robby Vernon to chat all about the concept and their second location, opening up in Midtown this December! www.haciendatacos.com

11.14.19 Art Around OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 14 Nov 2019 13:22:39 -0600

This week we're joined by Janelle Archer, Marketing and Public Relations Manager of Allied Arts to talk all about Art Around OKC, a new initiative of Allied Arts and your new one stop shop for all of the arts events in OKC! Visit them at www.artaroundokc.com.

11.07.19 Britton District Day

Localites OKC — Thu, 07 Nov 2019 13:19:03 -0600

This week we're learning all about a new event from OKC's newest district, Britton District Day with Grace Powell, Secretary, Marketing Committee Chair of Britton District. Britton District Day is coming up November 16 from 11 a.m. - 6 p.m., you can learn more at http://brittondistrictokc.org/

10.31.19 Halloween with Eerie Okie

Localites OKC — Thu, 31 Oct 2019 13:08:22 -0600

Happy Halloween OKC! We're joined by sister podcast Eerie Okie's host Marnie Vinge to talk about her podcast and some of our favorite Halloween memories. Follow Eerie Okie at @EerieOkie on Facebook and Instagram.

10.24.19 OKBio BrewFest

Localites OKC — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 12:46:34 -0600

Happy Thursday OKC! This week we're joined by Stacey Brandhorst, Venture Advisor and Director of Business Development at i2E to chat all about OKBio BrewFest coming up November 7 from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Chickasaw Bricktown Ballpark. Learn more and get your tickets at https://i2e.org/okbio/brewfest/.

10.17.19 Twisted Spike 3rd Anniversary

Localites OKC — Thu, 17 Oct 2019 13:18:25 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Bruce and Donna Sanchez to talk all about Twisted Spike Brewing Company and their upcoming 3rd Anniversary celebration. We cannot wait to celebrate with them on Nov. 3rd, see you at the Spike! www.twistedspike.com

10.10.19 Bourbon & Bluegrass

Localites OKC — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 13:03:15 -0600

This week we're joined by Tabitha Narvaiz, Executive Director at Sharing Tree to talk about their brand new event, Bourbon & Bluegrass coming up Oct. 25 at the Harn Homestead. Visit https://sharingtreeok.org/events/ to learn more and purchase your tickets!

10.03.19 Bone Bash

Localites OKC — Thu, 03 Oct 2019 11:54:55 -0600

This week we're joined by Jennifer Hasel, Community Engagement Director of the Arthritis Foundation Oklahoma and Danielle McNeese, Chair of Bone Bash to talk about the event, coming up Oct. 26. You can learn more and purchase tickets online at www.arthritis.org/bonebashokc.

09.26.19 Fassler Hall Presents: Midtown Oktoberfest 2019

Localites OKC — Thu, 26 Sep 2019 11:57:03 -0600

This week we're joined by Chad Peoples, Entertainment Hospitality Manager at Fassler Hall and Bailey Stringer, Cadillac of Bowling Alley Managers at Dust Bowl to chat all about Fassler Hall Presents: Midtown Oktoberfest 2019. The festivities will take place October 4th, 5th and 6th, visit their Facebook event for more details https://www.facebook.com/events/440134629906311/.

09.19.19 Factory Obscura Mix-Tape

Localites OKC — Thu, 19 Sep 2019 11:48:08 -0600

We're joined today by Laura Massenat, co-founder of Factory Obscura to talk about the Mix-Tape opening Saturday, 09/21 for a passholder preview party and Sunday, 09/22 for the public grand opening! Learn more and purchase tickets or passes at https://www.factoryobscura.com/mixtape.

09.12.19 Taste of Western

Localites OKC — Thu, 12 Sep 2019 11:34:34 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Carly Richardson, Event Chair and Board Member of Western Avenue and Vilona Michael, Marketing for Western Avenue to talk about Taste of Western, coming up Sept. 25 at Will Rogers Theatre. Purchase your tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/taste-of-western-2019-tickets-66942818773.

09.05.19 Flight for Futures

Localites OKC — Thu, 05 Sep 2019 11:51:17 -0600

This week's all about Flight for Futures with guests Colby Wedel, Chair of Junior Committee of Boys and Girls Clubs and Carly Johnson, Director of Development for the organization. This event is one of the organizations biggest fundraisers, the 5th annual Flight for Futures is coming up September 27. You can learn more and purchase your tickets at http://www.bgcokc.org/events/flight-for-futures/.

The Scout Guide Oklahoma City Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 02 Sep 2019 13:34:07 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Emmi Kobs, owner and editor-in-chief of The Scout Guide Oklahoma City. We're so excited to have her back in the studio for a minisode, this time to chat Volume 4, launching in September! Learn more at thescoutguide.com/oklahoma-city/ and follow along on social media to be the first to know where to get your hands on Volume 4!

08.29.19 Local Tap

Localites OKC — Thu, 29 Aug 2019 12:10:04 -0600

This week we're celebrating out first ever 3-time guest with Shea Gillock, Executive Director of Craft Brewers Association of Oklahoma, back in the sudio to talk about a brand new event beer and music event, Local Tap, coming up 09/14 at The Jones Assembly. Learn more and get tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-first-annual-local-tap-tickets-67247582329.

08.22.19 Social Capital

Localites OKC — Thu, 22 Aug 2019 11:22:02 -0600

Happy Thursday OKC! We're joined by Brad Mullenix, Operations Partner of Social Capital, the restaurant and bar space opening near the new Scissortail Park by the team behind The Patriarch in Edmond. They have set an opening date of September 19 and you can still apply to work with them at Socialcapitalokc.com.

08.15.19 Parlor OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 15 Aug 2019 12:30:04 -0600

This week we're talking about Parlor OKC, a new food hall concept, with Robert Black and Eric Smith, chef and owner Pachinko Parlor, one of the 7 restaurants coming to the space. They are expecting to open in early September, keep up with them at http://www.parlorokc.com.

08.08.19 Not Plant

Localites OKC — Thu, 08 Aug 2019 12:21:21 -0600

Hey y'all, we're flying solo again this week as our scheduled guest didn't make it in to record. Listen in for our round up of the weeks events, happenings update and the exciting things we have planned for the next week! This week's episode is sponsored by Big Green Moving Boxes, you can learn more and rent from them at www.biggreenmovingboxes.com.

8.01.19 Second Anniversary Episode

Localites OKC — Thu, 01 Aug 2019 13:11:00 -0600

Happy Second Anniversary to us! Listen in to hear us take a look back at our favorite memories over the last two years and answer some listener questions! Come celebrate with us tomorrow (Friday, August 2) from 7-10 p.m. at The Yard OKC and then at 11 p.m. at Ludivine for our second midnight toast!

07.25.19 The Hamilton

Localites OKC — Thu, 25 Jul 2019 12:18:37 -0600

We're chatting about The Hamilton this week with Founder, J. Mays. They will be opening up in the next few weeks, so stay tuned for an official opening date.

07.18.19 Cookies & Cocktails

Localites OKC — Thu, 18 Jul 2019 10:47:22 -0600

This week we're covering the Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma's 8th Annual Cookies & Cocktails event with Ally Glavas, co-chair, and Katelyn Kelly, Marketing & Communications Specialist. This event is coming up August 8 from 5:30 - 8 p.m. at Farmers Public Market, purchase your tickets online and see the full list of restaurants participating at http://www.gswestok.org/en/Donate/Cookies-Cocktails.html.

07.11.19 405 Brewing Summer Sour & Funk Festival

Localites OKC — Thu, 11 Jul 2019 13:01:38 -0600

This week we have a very entertaining interview with Trae Carson and Jonathan Stapleton of 405 Brewing talking all about their brewery and their up coming Summer Sour & Funk Festival happening this weekend, Saturday, July 13 from 5 - 9 p.m. at their facility in Norman, You can purchase tickets at http://www.405brewing.com/shop/summersourfest.

07.04.19 Localites OKC's 100ish Favorite Things

Localites OKC — Thu, 04 Jul 2019 12:56:30 -0600

Happy 100th episode y'all! To celebrate we put together our 100 favorite things, split 50/50 into 5 categories (so there's a bit of overlap) which are our favorite Restaurants, Beers, Events, Nonprofits and Bars.

06.27.19 The Smoking Boar

Localites OKC — Thu, 27 Jun 2019 12:32:39 -0600

This week Localties are joined by Alex Hammill, partner with The Smoking Boar, an upscale modern BBQ concept opening next week in The Village. They are located at 2925 W Britton Rd. and will be open for business on July 5th.

06.20.19 The Wine Bar

Localites OKC — Thu, 20 Jun 2019 11:33:45 -0600

We're back and with guest Doug McFarland, manager of The Wine Bar, opening in July in The Village at 9622 N May.

06.13.19 Not OKC Pride

Localites OKC — Thu, 13 Jun 2019 11:38:03 -0600

This week Localites are flying solo on the first ever episode without a guest interview. Listen in for our round up of the weeks events, happenings update and the exciting things we have planned for this summer!

06.06.19 American Tourist Presents: New York, New York

Localites OKC — Thu, 06 Jun 2019 14:16:37 -0600

This week's episode we're joined by Upward Transitions CEO Periann Pulliam to learn more about their nonprofit and their fundraiser, American Tourist Presents: New York, New York, coming up June 21 at the Farmers Public Market. To learn more visit www.Upwardtransitions.org.

Art of Brunch Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 03 Jun 2019 14:18:00 -0600

Happy Minisode Monday Y'all! We're joined by Elizabeth Farabee and Melissa Scaramucci, Co-Chairs for Art of Brunch, an event hosted by Oklahoma Contemporary coming up June 22 at the Campbell Art Park. To learn more and purchase your tickets, visit https://oklahomacontemporary.org/special-events/art-of-brunch.

05.30.19 Summer Soiree

Localites OKC — Thu, 30 May 2019 12:09:27 -0600

This week we're chatting about Preservation Oklahoma's Summer Soiree with Executive Director Cayla Lewis. This fundraiser is coming up June 15 from 7 - 10 p.m. on the Overholser Mansion lawn. Learn more and purchase your tickets at https://www.preservationok.org/summer-soiree.

05.23.19 Summer Vibes & Saving Lives

Localites OKC — Thu, 23 May 2019 12:42:10 -0600

This week's show is all about Summer Vibes & Saving Lives with Heather Browne, Marketing & Media Manager at the Oklahoma Blood Institute! Visit https://obi.org/about-us/events-promotions/summer-vibes-saving-lives/2030 to learn more.

05.16.19 Prelude Coffee Roasters

Localites OKC — Thu, 16 May 2019 11:58:56 -0600

We're joined this week by Pryce Fischer and Sam Wilson, co-founders of Prelude Coffee Roasters. Prelude is the latest business to open up in 8th Street Market. Learn more at https://preludecoffeeroasters.com

05.09.19 Beer Is Good Brewing Company

Localites OKC — Thu, 09 May 2019 10:00:19 -0600

We're back with the newest craft brewery on the scene! We're joined by Beer Is Good Brewing Company co-founders Justin Wilson and Eric Martin to talk about the Norman brewery that opened last month. Visit bigbrew.co to learn more!

05.02.19 OKC Garden Fest

Localites OKC — Thu, 02 May 2019 12:24:47 -0600

We're chatting about OKC Garden Fest at Myriad Gardens this week with with Leslie Spears, Director of Marketing and Public Relations, and Marilyn Stewart, Founder of the event. OKC Garden Fest is coming up May 11 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. To learn more visit: https://oklahomacitybotanicalgardens.com/garden-gardening/okc-garden-festival/

Ludivine Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 29 Apr 2019 12:13:35 -0600

Happy Minisode Monday y'all! We are joined in the studio by Shannon Goforth, Chef de Cuisine for Ludivine to talk about the restaurant and bar's move to their new home. www.Ludivineokc.com

04.25.19 Cinco de Mayo in Calle Dos Cinco

Localites OKC — Thu, 25 Apr 2019 12:46:46 -0600

This week we learn all about Cinco de Mayo in Calle Dos Cinco in Historic Capitol Hill from Miriam Ortega, Promotions Coordinator of the Cinco de Mayo Block Party coming up May 3 from 6 - 9 p.m. To learn more about the celebration and the district visit: www.HistoricCapitolHill.com

04.18.19 Red Brick Nights

Localites OKC — Thu, 18 Apr 2019 11:29:22 -0600

This week Localites are talking about an event up in Guthrie, Red Brick Nights, with James Long, event the coordinator. Red Brick Nights is a monthly, family-friendly street festival occurring every first Saturday from May through September. The event is from 5-10 p.m. at the corner of Wentz and Oklahoma in Downtown Guthrie. Learn more: https://www.redbricknights.com/about-1

04.11.19 Midtown Walkabout

Localites OKC — Thu, 11 Apr 2019 14:49:01 -0600

This week we learn all about Midtown Walkabout from Downtown OKC Communications Coordinator Danielle Dodson! This seasonal event is coming up April 20 2 - 6 p.m. See all the details and learn more at downtownokc.com/midtown-walkabout/.

04.04.19 Uptown Uncorked

Localites OKC — Thu, 04 Apr 2019 10:00:22 -0600

This week we are revisiting Uptown Uncorked, but this time with Riley Bailey, the new Executive Director of the Uptown 23rd District Association. Uptown Uncorked is coming up April 11 from 7 - 10 p.m. at the Tower Theatre. You can learn more and purchase tickets at https://uptown23rd.com/uptownuncorked

03.28.19 Care Packs & Cocktails

Localites OKC — Thu, 28 Mar 2019 13:05:25 -0600

This week we are talking about Care Packs & Cocktails with Tenaciously Teal Executive Director and Founder Tarah Warren. This event is a fundraiser for Tenaciously Teal and is coming up April 12 at The Criterion. Learn more and get your special release tickets at www.tteal.org.

Brainy Beasts Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 25 Mar 2019 12:46:12 -0600

This week Localites OKC are joined by Ally Rodriguez, President of ZOOtroop and Alyssa Loveless, President-elect, to discuss their fundraiser, Brainy Beasts, coming up April 11 7 - 10 p.m. at OKC Zoo. Learn more and purchase your tickets at www.Zoofriends.org.

03.21.19 Sunday Funday Carnival

Localites OKC — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 12:58:51 -0600

This week is all about the new Sunday Funday Carnival fundraiser for Exchange Rotary and we're joined by member and our friend, Alyx Picard Davis to hear all the details! The event is coming up April 7 from 2 - 5 p.m. at Dunlap Codding, learn more and purchase tickets at www.exchangerotary.org.

03.14.19 Cork & Canvas

Localites OKC — Thu, 14 Mar 2019 13:15:41 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Rachel Durham, Development Officer at Positive Tomorrows to talk about their Cork & Canvas fundraiser coming up April 4 from 6 - 9 p.m. at Coles Garden. Learn more at https://www.positivetomorrows.org/get-involved/cork-canvas/.

Momentum Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 11 Mar 2019 15:56:01 -0600

Happy Minisode Monday OKC! We're joined by Aaron Morvan, Co-Chair and Sam Rhodes, Emerging Curator for OVAC to talk about this year's Momentum event! The event is March 22-24 Friday & Saturday from 8 - 11 p.m. and Sunday has free gallery hours 2 - 6 p.m. and spotlight artist talks 6 - 7 p.m. Learn more: http://ovac-ok.org/programs/momentum/

03.07.19 Cross Timbers Brewing Co.

Localites OKC — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 13:30:16 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Matt Starbuck and Brenton Johnson, Co-Founders of Cross Timbers Brewing Co. Cross Timbers is the latest brewery to take the leap from home brewing into the Brewers Union, they are celebrating their launch at the Union on March 16, from 12 - 10 p.m.

02.28.19 Heard on Hurd

Localites OKC — Thu, 28 Feb 2019 14:13:17 -0600

In the studio this week is Jill Castilla, CEO and President of Citizens Bank of Edmond to talk about their street festival, Heard on Hurd. Heard on Hurd takes place on the third Saturdays March - October, so mark your calendars for the first one of 2019 on March 16 from 6 - 10 p.m. Learn more: https://www.citizensedmond.com/heardonhurd.htm

02.21.19 Frenzy Brewing Company

Localites OKC — Thu, 21 Feb 2019 14:42:38 -0600

There's new beer in OKC! This week we're joined by Matt Conner & Jeremy Estle of Frenzy Brewing Company to discuss their official launch into distribution and their launch party at The Patriarch in Edmond on March 9.

02.14.19 Midtown Rotary Spelling Bee(r)

Localites OKC — Thu, 14 Feb 2019 14:02:41 -0600

This week in the studio Localites are joined by David Postic, Beermeister, and Alyssa Weathers-Murphy, PR chair, of Midtown Rotary to talk all about their fundraiser, Spelling Bee(r), coming up Feb. 22 at the Tower Theatre. To learn more and purchase tickets visit: www.okcmidtownrotary.com.

Banquet Cinema Pub Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 11 Feb 2019 13:43:10 -0600

For our first minisode of 2019 we're joined by Jeff Patton, executive chef of Banquet Cinema Pub! Banquet is a unique movie & dining experience opening Feb. 13th in Downtown OKC. Learn more and get your tickets for a show (starting Feb. 12) online at www.banquetcinema.com.

02.07.19 SixTwelve Mardi Gras Ball

Localites OKC — Thu, 07 Feb 2019 13:26:26 -0600

Localites OKC are joined by Amy Young, Executive Director of SixTwelve to chat about their Mardi Gras Ball, coming up Feb. 23 at the Tower Theatre. Learn more about SixTwelve and purchase your event tickets by visiting www.sixtwelve.org.

01.31.19 Mashed In

Localites OKC — Thu, 31 Jan 2019 13:18:25 -0600

Localites are joined this week by Kevin Lapham of Red Earth Brewers and Gail White of The Brew Shop to talk about Mashed In, coming up Feb. 17 at Tapwerks. Listen in to learn all about it and how to score your tickets! Learn more about REB at www.redearthbrewers.com and The Brew Shop at www.thebrewshopokc.com.

01.24.19 MadHopper Brewing

Localites OKC — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 13:26:44 -0600

Back to Beer! This week Localites are joined by Todd O’Daniel and Isaac Hines, owners of MadHopper Brewing. MadHopper is the latest concept to join the Brewers Union, come celebrate their launch party on February 2 at the Union! https://madhopperbrewing.beer

01.17.19 La Baguette Deep Deuce

Localites OKC — Thu, 17 Jan 2019 14:13:52 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Alex Khouri, manager of La Baguette Deep Deuce to chat about their opening of this new location this week! Join them in Deep Deuce starting Friday and follow along on social media at @LaBagDeepDeuce.

01.10.19 ArtNow

Localites OKC — Thu, 10 Jan 2019 13:41:28 -0600

This week we're covering Oklahoma Contemporary's ArtNow event coming up January 18 with Jayme Phillips, Development Officer, and Jennifer Scanlan, Curatorial and Exhibitions Director. Learn more and purchase tickets for the event at https://oklahomacontemporary.org/exhibitions/current/artnow.

01.03.19 Beer Hop OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 03 Jan 2019 14:32:42 -0600

Happy 2019 from Localites OKC! This week we are talking about a brand new concept to OKC, Beer Hop OKC, with Hop-erator John Knight. Beer Hop OKC will be a local guide to the OKC craft beer scene, keep an eye out for the first issue in mid-January!

12.27.18 Skydance Brewing Co.

Localites OKC — Thu, 27 Dec 2018 13:13:09 -0600

This week Localites OKC are joined by Skydance Brewing Co. owners Jake Keyes and Nick Hodge. Skydance is latest brewery to head into Brewers Union. They are celebrating their launch on Saturday 12/29. Follow them at @skydancebrewing on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

12.20.18 Make Oklahoma Weirder

Localites OKC — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 13:51:57 -0600

Localites OKC are joined by Make Oklahoma Weirder founder and Chief Executive Weirdo, Evan Jarvicks! We talk about the new website www.makeoklahomaweirder.com and Jarvix’s Big 50, coming out beginning 12/24! This episode was sponsored by OK SEW Co., learn more at www.oksewco.com.

12.13.18 Sanctuary Barsilica

Localites OKC — Thu, 13 Dec 2018 13:28:40 -0600

Happy Thursday OKC! This week Localites are joined by Jose Rodriguez, owner of OKC's newest bar, Sanctuary Barsilica! They opened just last Friday and have already made a mark on the OKC bar scene. Follow along on social media at @sanctuarybarokc.

12.06.18 OKC Streetcar

Localites OKC — Thu, 06 Dec 2018 13:45:55 -0600

Localites are joined this week by Michael Scroggins, Public Information Officer of Embark, to talk all things OKC Streetcar! Do you have questions about how it came about? How it works? When the grand opening is? That's on Dec. 14 and tune in to hear answers to the rest! Learn more at www.okcstreetcar.com.

11.29.18 Retro Wonderland

Localites OKC — Thu, 29 Nov 2018 13:14:53 -0600

This week is all about The City Cabaret OKC as Localites are joined by the cabaret's artistic director, Chris Black. Their Retro Wonderland show is coming up Dec. 14 at 8 p.m., Dec. 15 at 3 p.m. and 8 p.m. at VZD’s. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit www.thecitycabaretokc.com.

11.22.18 OKC OVER EASY & Whatcha Makin? Friendsgiving

Localites OKC — Thu, 22 Nov 2018 13:26:32 -0600

It's a very Spy FM Friendsgiving this week because Localites OKC are joined by our two Spy FM sister podcasts OKC OVER EASY's Malory Craft & Whatcha Makin?'s Sydney McFerron! Listen in for a very fun episode, and keep the listens going to their podcasts at https://soundcloud.com/okcovereasy/the-cookie-episode & https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/whatcha-makin/id1407042412?mt=2.

11.15.18 Holiday Pop-Up Shops

Localites OKC — Thu, 15 Nov 2018 12:41:05 -0600

This week Localties are joined by Cléo Rajon, Event Manager for Holiday Pop-Up Shops. We chat all things Pop-up, but a lot about the Holiday Shops beginning on 11/23 and ending on 12/23, learn more and see each week's scheduled shops at www.okcpopups.com!

11.08.18 Christmas Tree Festival

Localites OKC — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 12:23:45 -0600

This week we are joined by Kelly Williams, Board Vice President, and Kate Bacon, Development Director of Family Builders to talk about their fundraiser Christmas Tree Festival. The festival is coming up Nov. 29 at Civic Center Hall of Mirrors 5:30 - 9 p.m. Learn more and get your tickets at www.Familybuildersok.org.

11.01.18 Maples Barbecue

Localites OKC — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 12:12:47 -0600

Happy November OKC! This week we are joined by Maples Barbecue's Pitmaster Zach Edge to talk all about their cue' and new location in the Plaza District opening in the next few weeks!

Let's Fix This Again Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 29 Oct 2018 14:22:40 -0600

We've brought Let's Fix This back for another minisode so that Andy Moore & Scott Melson could break down the races and state questions coming up on the ballots Nov. 6 here in Oklahoma. Check out their podcast Let's Pod This by visiting https://letsfixthisok.org/podcast/ and see what's on your ballot at https://services.okelections.us/voterSearch.aspx.

10.25.18 OKC Improv

Localites OKC — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 11:56:40 -0600

This week we catch up on all things OKC Improv with Cristela Carrizales, Artistic Director for OKC Improv. Lots of exciting things coming up with their new space, new classes and almost new shows! Listen in to hear all about it and visit www.okcimprov.com to learn more.

Elk Valley Brewing Co. Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 22 Oct 2018 12:36:39 -0600

Happy Minisode Monday! In our last episode of our Beertober miniseries we are joined by John Elkins, owner and brewmaster and Bryan Grigsby Sales Rep of Elk Valley Brewing Co. Learn more and look back at the whole series here: https://www.localitesokc.com/happenings-blog/oklahomacitybeerguide?utm_source=Soundcloud&utm_campaign=beertober%20minisodes

10.18.18 Why Not?? Comedy Show

Localites OKC — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 12:32:48 -0600

Demetrius "Juice" Deason joined the Localites in the studio this week to talk about his Why Not?? Comedy Show. In it's third year, the show is presented by Layups2Standup and NBA MVP Russell Westbrook and is happening Friday, Oct. 26 at the Tower Theatre. Learn more at: www.layups2standup.com/who-we-are

Lively Beerworks Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 15 Oct 2018 12:50:09 -0600

Continuing beertober minisodes, today we are joined by Patrick Lively and Nick Williams who just started a new brewery, Lively Beerworks! Hear all about their plans for the future and check them out at www.livelybeerworks.com.

10.11.18 Trivia Bowl

Localites OKC — Thu, 11 Oct 2018 12:30:48 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Brooke Johnson, Chair of iBoard and Justin Brannon, Events Chair for the Children’s Hospital Foundation's innovative board to talk about CHF's Trivia Bowl! Trivia Bowl is coming up Nov. 8 at The Criterion. Learn more about CHF: https://chfkids.com

The Real End of Oklahoma's Prohibition Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 08 Oct 2018 12:40:17 -0600

For this week's minisode we chat with former guest Shea Gillock, Executive Director of the Craft Brewers Association of Oklahoma, to chat about the new alcohol laws that went into office in our state on October 1st and how these laws affect the craft brewing scene. Check our Shea's guest blog post on the law changes www.localitesokc.com/happenings-blog/cbaoblog

10.04.18 Fall Harvest Fest

Localites OKC — Thu, 04 Oct 2018 12:27:40 -0600

Localites are joined by Kristen Milburn with OKC Beautiful to talk about their first ever Fall Harvest Fest, coming up Oct. 21! Learn more and get your tickets at: https://www.okcbeautiful.com/news-events/fall-harvest-fest/

Angry Scotsman Brewing Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 01 Oct 2018 12:34:35 -0600

Continuing our beertober minisode series, this week we talked to Ross & Stephanie Harper, of Angry Scotsman Brewing! We chat all about their home-brew roots, to time at the Brewers Union and finally the opening of their new taproom in just a few weeks. Learn more at http://angryscotbrew.com and Happy October 1st Oklahoma!

09.27.18 ARTonTAP

Localites OKC — Thu, 27 Sep 2018 12:28:01 -0600

This week we are joined by Becky Weintz, Director of Marketing and Communications, and Kimberly Worrell, Director of Development, with the Oklahoma City Museum of Art to talk about an upcoming museum fundraiser! This year is the 15th anniversary of ARTonTAP and it's happening at the OKCMOA on 10/19. To learn more and purchase tickets, visit www.okcmoa.com.

Vanessa House Beer Company Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 24 Sep 2018 15:06:32 -0600

Localites are kicking off a series of beer-themed minisodes with our friends from Vanessa House Beer Company! Andrew Carrales and Justin Wright joined us in studio, along with legal counsel Zac Smith, to talk about one of our favorite local craft brews and their new brewery and taproom at 8th & Broadway, opening soon! Visit www.vanessahousebeerco.com to learn more and stay tuned on social media for their official opening.

09.20.18 Crown of Beauty Gala

Localites OKC — Thu, 20 Sep 2018 11:14:52 -0600

This week the Localites are joined by Whitney Anderson, Executive Director of The Dragonfly Home and Melissa Eick, Director of Communications and Development, both co-founders of The Dragonfly Home to talk about their upcoming fundraiser. The Crown of Beauty Gala is coming up Oct. 11 at the Farmers Public Market. Learn more ad purchase your tickets at http://www.thedragonflyhome.org/gala/.

Plaza Fest Minisode

Localites OKC — Mon, 17 Sep 2018 13:00:53 -0600

Happy Minisode Monday! We're joined by Selena Skorman Executive Director of the Plaza District and Kristen Torkelson, co-chair for the 2018 Plaza Festival to talk about this year's Plaza Fest! Listen in to hear all about what to expect this year and visit www.plazadistrict.org/festival for more information!

09.13.18 Viva Las Sisu

Localites OKC — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 10:49:10 -0600

This week we are so excited to be joined by Sisu Youth Executive Director, Jamie Caves to talk about this incredible nonprofit and their upcoming fundraiser, Viva Las Sisu! Viva Las Sisu is Friday, Oct. 5 at IAO Gallery. Visit www.sisuyouth.org to learn more and purchase tickets!

09.06.18 Wiggle Out Loud

Localites OKC — Thu, 06 Sep 2018 11:17:20 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Chris "Boom!" Wiser of the Sugar Free Allstars and Sara Jacobson of The Children's Hospital Volunteers to talk about Wiggle Out Loud, coming up Sept. 16 at the Myriad Gardens Great Lawn. Wiggle Out Loud is OKC's free family music festival, promoting health and wellness for kids in Oklahoma. Learn more about Wiggle & all of the work the Volunteers do for The Children's Hospital at volunteeratchildrens.org.

Minisode: Jonathon Stranger

Localites OKC — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 10:41:26 -0600

Happy Labor Day OKC! Localites are joined by Jonathon Stranger to talk about all of the exciting local projects he's been a part of, both past and present. We're also celebrating the launch of Prairie Wolf Distillery's rum, Obahoshe, which will be in stores October 1st.

08.30.18 Confidence Con

Localites OKC — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 11:56:14 -0600

Localites are joined this week by Hannah Royce, founder and creative director of Confidence Con, coming up Sept. 21 & 22 at 21c Museum Hotel. Learn more about Con Con, plus get 35% off your tickets with code LOCALITESOKC by visiting ConfidenceCon.com.

08.23.18 YogaFest OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 23 Aug 2018 12:13:47 -0600

Happy Thursday y'all! This week we're talking YogaFest OKC with directors Shannon Stephens and Alexis Persico. Mark your calendars for this two day festival coming up Sept. 15 & 16 at Bicentennial Park & The Civic Center. Visit yogafestokc.com to learn more and purchase your pass!

08.16.18 The Scout Guide Oklahoma City

Localites OKC — Thu, 16 Aug 2018 12:18:55 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Emmi Kobs, owner and editor-in-chief of The Scout Guide Oklahoma City. We learned all about how she came up with the idea to bring the Guide to Oklahoma City and we're so excited for Volume 3 to launch at the end of September! Learn more at http://thescoutguide.com/oklahoma-city/ and follow along on social media to be the first to know where to get your hands on Volume 3!

08.09.18 Anatomy Wine Club

Localites OKC — Thu, 09 Aug 2018 11:11:03 -0600

Localites OKC is back to our regularly scheduled programing with an interview with Hunter Wheat, owner of the latest business to join the Plaza District, Anatomy Wine Club! Check them out for affordable wine flights, beer and cocktails! Plus light bites from Pitchfork Food Truck and Browns Bakery. We can't wait to see them continue to grow this space over the next few months! https://www.anatomywineokc.com

08.02.18 The One Year Anniversary Show

Localites OKC — Thu, 02 Aug 2018 11:33:04 -0600

Happy one year anniversary to us! This week Localites OKC celebrated our first year of podcasting by breaking the mold of our show and inviting Patrick Waters, Anna's husband, and Brian Pelts, dear friend of the show, to join us in a look back on life, friendships and this show! Celebrate with us tonight (08/02) at The Yard OKC and visit our website LocalitesOKC.com!

07.26.18 Cookies and Cocktails

Localites OKC — Thu, 26 Jul 2018 12:26:31 -0600

This week we are joined by our good friend and former Girl Scout Leah Roper as well as Sarah Cooley, Donor Relations with the Girl Scouts Western Oklahoma, to talk about their Cookies and Cocktails fundraiser coming up August 9! To learn more visit http://www.gswestok.org/en/Donate/Cookies-Cocktails.html

07.19.18 POP! Champagne & Spirit Tasting

Localites OKC — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 12:15:29 -0600

Happy Thursday Listeners! This week Localites are joined by Caitlin Tidholm, the Annual Giving Director for SSM Health St Anthony Foundation to talk about their fundraiser POP! Champagne & Spirit Tasting. POP! is coming up August 10 6:30 - 9 p.m. and they are back to hosting it on the St Anthony campus. Learn more and get your tickets at givetosaints.com/pop.

07.12.18 Leadership OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 12 Jul 2018 12:29:33 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Leadership OKC executive director Beth Shortt to talk about all of their programs, including LOYAL. To learn more visit http://www.lokc.org.

07.05.18 I Ate Oklahoma

Localites OKC — Thu, 05 Jul 2018 12:26:46 -0600

This week Localites OKC are joined by Greg Elwell to talk about I Ate Oklahoma! Visit Iateoklahoma.com to learn more.

06.28.18 Reds, Whites & Brews

Localites OKC — Thu, 28 Jun 2018 12:15:41 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Chelsea Rose the Director of Community Engagement with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City to talk about their Reds, Whites & Brews event coming up July 19. Learn more about the event by visiting RedsWhitesBrews.com.

06.21.18 Barkeep OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 21 Jun 2018 11:38:36 -0600

We're so excited to have Julia McLish with Barkeep OKC in the studio this week mixing up drinks and telling us all about her new store front! You'll be able to check out Barkeep OKC in Midtown for yourself very soon! Follow along to be the first to hear about their grand opening @BarkeepOKC on Facebook and Instagram.

Minisode: Let's Fix This - Primary Elections

Localites OKC — Mon, 18 Jun 2018 11:03:07 -0600

For our fourth minisode we invited Andy Moore, founder of Let's Fix This, into the studio to talk a little bit about the mission of his organization. We also talk in depth about the upcoming primary elections happening in our state and surrounding counties. Listen in before you cast your primary votes June 26! To learn more visit letsfixthisok.org.

06.14.18 OKC Pride

Localites OKC — Thu, 14 Jun 2018 11:53:35 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Lori Honeycutt, OKC Pride President and Alison Scott, OKC Pride Secretary and Entertainment Chairman to talk about OKC Pride coming up June 22-24. Learn more by visiting okcpride.org.

06.07.18 Purple Sash/After Sash

Localites OKC — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 12:22:23 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Karla Docter, Senior Legacy Officer, and Catherine Salazar, Marketing Coordinator, with the YWCA of Oklahoma City to talk about their Purple Sash and After Sash fundraiser coming up June 23. Visit to learn more: YWCAOKC.org/purple-sash.

05.31.18 Asian Night Market Festival

Localites OKC — Thu, 31 May 2018 11:24:55 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Mike Hoang & John Vu, board members of Asian District Cultural Association, to talk about the ADCA's inaugural Asian Night Market Festival coming up June 9!

05.24.18 The Spy FM

Localites OKC — Thu, 24 May 2018 12:27:31 -0600

This week Localites mixed it up a little bit and brought things back to our roots with an interview with Ferris O’Brien owner of The Spy FM. Listen in to hear a bit of The Spy's history as well as our origin story as the first podcast to join the network. Visit TheSpyFM.com to listen in 24/7 and learn more about all of the shows.

05.17.18 Wheeler Summer Music Series

Localites OKC — Thu, 17 May 2018 12:09:44 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Ashley Terry with the Wheeler District and Jerrod Beck of Oklahoma Contemporary and freelancing with the Wheeler District. This week were learning all about the district itself and their inaugural Wheeler Summer Music Series which will take place on the 4th Friday of each month May through August. Learn more about this up and coming district by visiting www.WheelerDistrict.com!

Minisode: deadCenter

Localites OKC — Mon, 14 May 2018 11:21:13 -0600

We are thrilled to once again be joined by Lance McDaniel, Executive Director of the deadCenter Film Festival, and Kindt Steven Myers, Creative Director of Kindt Events, our first repeat guests! It's almost time for deadCenter's Studio 54 kick-off party coming up May 19! We also go into all things deadCenter Film Festival, coming up June 7-10! To learn more or purchase tickets to attend these events, visit www.deadCenterFilm.org.

05.10.18 Paseo Arts Festival

Localites OKC — Thu, 10 May 2018 12:39:46 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Paige Powell, Program Manager and Amanda Bleakley, Executive Director both with the Paseo Arts District to talk about the 42nd annual Paseo Arts Festival coming up May 26-28! To learn more and plan your time at the festival visit ThePaseo.org/festival!

05.03.18 oNE OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 03 May 2018 12:45:32 -0600

This week Localites OKC are joined by Katawana Stephens, co-chair of oNE OKC! This is oNE OKC's third year of the annual event and is coming up May 19 at the intersection of NE 23rd & Rhode Island. The event is put on by A Northeast Renaissance, a group dedicated to business and community development of NE OKC! Learn more about the event at OneOKCEvent.org!

Minisode: Broadway & Brew

Localites OKC — Mon, 30 Apr 2018 13:45:04 -0600

On our second minisode Localites are joined by Brent Moss, the chair of Lyric Theatre fundraiser Broadway & Brew coming up May 4th. To learn more and purchase tickets visit broadwayandbrew.com!

04.26.18 El Reno Burger Day Festival

Localites OKC — Thu, 26 Apr 2018 14:15:38 -0600

This week Localites ventured a little north west of OKC to talk about the El Reno Burger Day Festival with Shana Ford, Executive Director of El Reno Main Street. This is the 30th Annual Burger Day Festival celebrating the original fried onion burger on May 4th and 5th. To learn more visit ElRenoBurgerDay.com!

04.19.18 Oklahoma City Memorial Marathon

Localites OKC — Thu, 19 Apr 2018 12:15:54 -0600

Localites are joined this week by our friend Zac Fowler, who is the Community Coordinator with the Oklahoma City National Memorial Museum. As many of you know today is the anniversary of the 1995 bombing of the federal Murrah Building. Zac goes into the history of the museum and how the Memorial Marathon came about. Visit oklahomacitynationalmemorial.org to learn more about the museum. You can still sign up to #RunToRemember on April 29th here: okcmarathon.com.

Minisode: Festival of the Arts

Localites OKC — Mon, 16 Apr 2018 12:06:16 -0600

This week Localites have put together a special minisode, where we chat with Molly McBride and Paul Tyler co-chairs for this year's Festival of the Arts coming up April 24-29! To learn more or sign up to volunteer, visit www.artscouncilokc.com/festival-of-the-arts.

04.12.18 Norman Music Fest

Localites OKC — Thu, 12 Apr 2018 11:53:41 -0600

Tune in this week to hear us talk to Michelle Bui, Board Member & PR Chair for Norman Music Fest coming up April 26-28. This is the 11th year for NMF and they have even more in store than usual! Visit NormanMusicFestival.com to learn more.

04.05.2018 Safari Soirée

Localites OKC — Thu, 05 Apr 2018 11:55:08 -0600

This week we're joined in the studio by Matt Burkholder, Event Coordinator for the Oklahoma City Zoo. He stopped by to talk about all of the exciting things happening this spring and summer at the OKC Zoo including the second annual Safari Soirée hosted by Zoo friends coming up April 27. To learn more about all of the events happening at the zoo visit zoofriends.org/events.

03.29.18 ARTini: A Blue Party

Localites OKC — Thu, 29 Mar 2018 11:05:51 -0600

Localites are talking about ARTini: A Blue Party this week with John Krenger, Event Co-Chair and Meredith Downing, Events Manager for Allied Arts. The 15th annual ARTini event, coming up April 13, is put on each year by Catalyst, Allied Arts' young professional organization. Learn more and purchase your tickets by visiting alliedartsokc.com/event/artini/

03.22.18 Redbud Classic

Localites OKC — Thu, 22 Mar 2018 12:31:00 -0600

This week Localites are so excited to be joined by our good friend Sohrab Bassiri to talk about the upcoming Redbud Classic on April 7-8. To learn more and get registered visit Redbud.org!

03.15.18 Uptown Uncorked

Localites OKC — Thu, 15 Mar 2018 11:20:13 -0600

This week Localites are joined in studio by Amanda de la Torre, Executive Director, and Chris Cox, Marketing Director, of Uptown 23rd Street to talk about their upcoming fundraiser, Uptown Uncorked! The 5th annual Uncorked is just two weeks away happening on March 29 at and they have moved the event to the Tower Theatre this year! To learn more and purchase your tickets to Uncorked visit Uptown23rd.com/uncorked.

03.08.2018 OSU-OKC Farmers Market

Localites OKC — Thu, 08 Mar 2018 13:02:08 -0600

This week Localites OKC are joined by Cody Yount the Farmers Market Manager of the OSU-OKC Farmers Market! The market is open year-round, but we're so excited for their extended spring/summer hours and expansion of the vendors spilling out the doors for the first time this spring! To learn more visit OSUOKC.edu/FarmersMarket

03.01.2018 Momentum

Localites OKC — Thu, 01 Mar 2018 13:05:42 -0600

We're so excited to be joined this week by Krystle Brewer, OVAC executive director, and Marissa Raglin, artist and co-chair of Momentum 2018 coming up March 9 & 10. Visit www.momentumoklahoma.org to learn more and purchase tickets!

02.22.18 Strong Ale Fest

Localites OKC — Thu, 22 Feb 2018 13:32:25 -0600

This week we are joined by Shea Gillock to talk about the Craft Brewers Association of Oklahoma's Strong Ale Fest coming up March 10th! Learn more about the festival and CBAO by visiting www.craftbrewersok.org.

02.15.18 COOP Ale Works 9th Anniversary Party

Localites OKC — Thu, 15 Feb 2018 12:53:42 -0600

This week we are joined by our friend Maggie Sylke, Brand Marketing Specialist for COOP Ale Works, to talk about their 9th Anniversary Party coming up on March 3rd! To learn more about the event and purchase your tickets to the party visit coop9thanniversary.eventbrite.com.

02.08.18 Bar Arbolada

Localites OKC — Thu, 08 Feb 2018 12:59:20 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Riley Marshall with Bar Arbolada coming soon to the Main Street Arcade in Downtown OKC. Hopefully opening in early to mid March, they will bring a neighborhood bar to the recently renovated space. They are planning to serve elevated bar food inspired by Spanish tapas, with local ingredients. Follow them on all social media at @BarArbolada to keep up and be the first to hear when they set an opening date!

02.01.18 Brewers Union

Localites OKC — Thu, 01 Feb 2018 12:35:12 -0600

This week Localites are so excited to be joined by Brad Stumph of the Brewers Union! The Brewer's Union is a brewing cooperative that provides small micro & home brewers with a large facility, equipment and a support system to brew on a large scale without the high costs associated with a brewing facility and equipment! They are the only concept of this kind in Oklahoma and also feature a taproom for the brewers to serve the public on site! Currently made up of Elk Valley Brewing, Vanessa House Brew Co. and Angry Scotsman Brewing! Learn more by visiting buok.beer

01.25.18 Chocolate Decadence

Localites OKC — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 12:13:21 -0600

This week we are joined by Steve Schlegel of Schlegel Bicycles & Traci Walton of Plenty Mercantile to talk about the 21st Annual Chocolate Decadence benefiting Automobile Alley coming up February 1! To purchase tickets and learn more, visit ChocolateDecadenceOKC.com.

01.18.18. Boots and Ball Gowns

Localites OKC — Thu, 18 Jan 2018 12:50:35 -0600

This week we are joined by Boots and Ball Gowns co-chairs, Kellie Hefner and Ivy Pierce! We talk about the fundraiser for Infant Crisis Services as well as the organizations mission. Boots and Ball Gowns is coming up on February 3rd, you can learn more and purchase tickets by visiting. http://www.infantcrisis.org.

01.11.18 Glitter Ball

Localites OKC — Thu, 11 Jan 2018 13:16:03 -0600

We are thrilled to be joined by Lance McDaniel, Executive Director of the deadCenter Film Festival, and Kindt Steven Myers, Creative Director of Kindt Events this week! We are covering deadCenter's upcoming fundraiser, Glitter Ball! Tickets are available now for the event coming up on Friday, January 26th. To learn more, visit www.deadCenterFilm.org.

01.04.18 OkSessions

Localites OKC — Thu, 04 Jan 2018 12:58:10 -0600

This week the Localites are joined by OkSessions founder Christian Pearson and local artist Tony Foster Jr. OkSessions is a company on a mission to help develop Oklahoma City as a unique music scene, currently made up of Saints Sessions & Deep Deuce Sessions. Tune in to hear what they have in store for 2018! Learn more by visiting OkSessions.com!

12.28.17 Opening Night 2018

Localites OKC — Thu, 28 Dec 2017 12:55:37 -0600

This week we are joined by friends Justin Newton & Carissa Stevens who are serving as Event Co-Chairs for the Arts Council Oklahoma City's Opening Night 2018! Ring in the new year in Downtown OKC surrounded by performing arts! Starting at 7 p.m. on December 31st, you'll have plenty to do until the grand finale ball raise and fireworks! To learn more visit: artscouncilokc.com/opening-night

12.21.17 Jabee & Uptown Get Down at Tower Theatre

Localites OKC — Thu, 21 Dec 2017 13:17:14 -0600

This week we were very excited to be joined by our fellow Spy FM show host, Jabee! Jabee is a local artist in OKC and partner in the Tower Theatre OKC so we chatted about the Uptown Get Down at Tower Theatre coming up on 12/31 for New Year's Eve, but also his current concert series Gift Raps 4 on 12/21-12/23 that will feature local artists and collect donations to help fight homelessness in Oklahoma. You can catch Jabee & his co-host Chelsey on The Spy FM on their show Grand Union Radio every Saturday night at 11 p.m. To learn more about the Tower visit towertheatreokc.com and to hear more from Jabee listen in at iamjabee.bandcamp.com!

12.14.17 Ponyboy

Localites OKC — Thu, 14 Dec 2017 13:37:00 -0600

This week the Localites are joined by Rachel Cope, founder of the 84 Hospitality Group, to talk about their newest addition to their social dining collective, Ponyboy! Ponyboy joins Uptown 23rd Street in the same building as the Tower Theatre and opened this week! Visit 84hospitality.com to learn more!

12.07.17 Prairie Wolf Spirits

Localites OKC — Thu, 07 Dec 2017 15:36:05 -0600

For this week's episode of Localites OKC we invited Tyler Gruntmeir, Brand Ambassador for Prairie Wolf Spirits into the studio to talk about the distillery and to craft some Very Prairie Holiday Cocktails for us! Learn more about about Prairie Wolf by visiting their website: PrairieWolfSpirits.com.

11.30.17 Lyric Theatre's A Christmas Carol

Localites OKC — Thu, 30 Nov 2017 15:00:06 -0600

This week the Localites are joined by Michael Baron, Artistic Director for Lyric Theatre and we get the scoop on their annual holiday production of A Christmas Carol! The show is running now through Christmas Eve and you can purchase tickets and learn more about Lyric's upcoming 2018 season by visiting LyricTheatreOKC.com!

11.16.17 Downtown in December

Localites OKC — Thu, 16 Nov 2017 13:19:21 -0600

This week Localites OKC are joined by Danielle Dodson ,Communications Coordinator and Riley Cole, Events Coordinator both of Downtown OKC, Inc. to talk about Downtown in December. For a full list of the months long celebration visit DowntownInDecember.com.

11.09.17 Wizards on Western

Localites OKC — Thu, 09 Nov 2017 12:25:08 -0600

On this week's episode of Localites OKC we are joined by Stephanie Humes and Rachel Taylor to talk about Wizards on Western! Formerly known as the Harry Potter Festival OKC, they have rebranded for the event's second year as Wizards on Western and you can get in on the magic this Sunday, 11/12 1 - 6 p.m. To learn more about the event visit Wizardsonwestern.com.

11.02.17 Mistletoe Market

Localites OKC — Thu, 02 Nov 2017 11:45:59 -0600

This week the Localites are joined by two members of the Junior League of Oklahoma City! Here to talk about the Leagues largest fundraiser of the year, Mistletoe Market, we have the 2017 Market Chair Alex Brady and Print & Marketing Chair Hillary Ashton with us. Shop the 2017 Mistletoe Market November 8-11. Learn more by visiting MistletoeMarket.org!

10.26.17 St. Elijah Food Festival and Bake Sale

Localites OKC — Thu, 26 Oct 2017 14:16:09 -0600

This week Localites are joined by Malek Massad with the St. Elijah Food Festival and Bake Sale to talk about the festival happening this weekend! The festival will be both Friday and Saturday at the St. Elijah Antiochian Orthodox Christian Church on NW 150th & May from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. both days! Learn more by visiting the festival's Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/StElijahAnnualFoodFestival/

10.19.17 Wizard World OKC

Localites OKC — Thu, 19 Oct 2017 11:48:50 -0600

This week the Localites are joined by Jerry Milani, Public Relations Manager of Wizard World! He chats with us about the ins and out of bringing a comic con and pop culture celebration to OKC and beyond. Wizard World OKC is coming October 27-29th. Use our code OKC20 for 20% off tickets! Learn more at: wizardworld.com.

10.12.17 A Night in the Life: The Roaring Twenties Gala

Localites OKC — Thu, 12 Oct 2017 12:27:43 -0600

This week the Localites are joined by Nicole Harvey of the Oklahoma Historical Society! She talks about the many events OHS & the Oklahoma History Center host, including their gala, A Night in the Life: The Roaring Twenties coming up 10/20. Learn more: www.okhistory.org/gala

10.05.17 Stockyards Stampede

Localites OKC — Thu, 05 Oct 2017 12:19:38 -0600

This week's episode features Kelli Payne, from the historic Stockyards City to talk about the Stockyards Stampede coming up 10/07! Learn more by visiting: www.stockyardscity.org.

09.28.17 Oklahoma Regatta Festival

Localites OKC — Thu, 28 Sep 2017 12:16:35 -0600

This week's episode features Holland Taylor, who coordinates Marketing, PR & Social Media for the OKC Boathouse Foundation, to talk about the Oklahoma Regatta Festival coming up 10/5-8! Learn more by visiting www.riversportokc.org/events/oklahoma-regatta-festival/.

09.21.17 Plaza Fest

Localites OKC — Thu, 21 Sep 2017 13:29:18 -0600

This week's episode features our friend Cayla Lewis, Executive Director of the Plaza District Association, to talk all things Festival! Plaza Fest is happening 09/30, learn more by visiting http://www.plazadistrictfestival.com/.

09.14.17 Mesta Festa

Localites OKC — Fri, 15 Sep 2017 00:51:52 -0600

This week's episode features Harry Meister with Mesta Festa happening 9/24. Learn all about this week's happenings and all the goings on for Mesta Festa! Learn more by visiting http://www.mestapark.org/mesta_festa.

09.07.17 Oklahoma State Fair

Localites OKC — Thu, 07 Sep 2017 12:32:39 -0600

Thanks for tuning in to Localites OKC brought to you by The Spy. This week we are joined by Katelyn Kelly social media manager with the Oklahoma State Fair. Katelyn talks us through how to make the most out of a trip to the fair and about all of the new things coming this year! Learn more at http://www.okstatefair.com.

08.31.17 Confluence Conference

Localites OKC — Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:21:01 -0600

Thanks for tuning in to episode 5 of Localites OKC brought to you by The Spy. Our good friend Janelle Archer joins us this week. Janelle Archer works at BigWing and talks about their upcoming Confluence Conference on September 14th & 15th and other events hosted by BigWing! Learn more at www.confluenceconference.org & www.bigwing.com.

08.24.17 AMP Fest

Localites OKC — Thu, 24 Aug 2017 12:41:16 -0600

Thanks for tuning in to episode 4 of Localites OKC brought to you by The Spy. This week we talk with Justin & Tobi Coleman of Revolve Productions about their upcoming events and this week's focus, AMP Fest! Learn more at www.ampfestokc.com & www.revolve-productions.com

08.17.17 Oklahoma Born & Brewed

Localites OKC — Thu, 17 Aug 2017 12:22:25 -0600

Thanks for listening to our third episode of Localites OKC brought to you by The Spy. This week we talk with Bailey Gordon and Kyle Impson all about Oklahoma Born & Brewed! Learn more at oklahomahof.com/oklahoma-born-brewed

08.10.17 Thirst for a Cause

Localites OKC — Thu, 10 Aug 2017 13:18:57 -0600

Thanks for listening to the second episode of Localites OKC brought to you by The Spy. This week's guest is Maddie Gregory with Thirst Wine Merchants here to tell us more about our focus this week, Thirst for a Cause coming up on August 16! Learn more at thirstforacause.com.

08.03.17 The Jones Assembly

Localites OKC — Thu, 03 Aug 2017 11:22:48 -0600

Welcome to the first episode of Localites OKC brought to you by The Spy. Our guest Annie Tucker is here to talk to us about our focus this week, The Jones Assembly! Learn more at: http://www.thejonesassembly.com/.