The OKPOP Radio Hour

OKPOPcast: Neil Wade - Nickelodeon Animation

⚡️BIG SHOW ALERT⚡️ This week’s OKPOP radio features a remarkable Tulsan, Mr. Neil Wade, who’s an animator and executive at Nickelodeon Animation and is responsible for some of the world’s most beloved ‘toons. Neil gave incredible insight into what he does behind the scenes as the “content czar” managing series for Nickelodeon, but importantly he talks about how he got there. From Booker T., to architecture, to dropping it all and moving to Japan, he gives incredible insight for those who want a career in the arts. We had a great time and know you’re gonna love it, so “toon” in and subscribe today!

OKPOPCast: Meet the Neighbors, Tulsa Tough Edition! with special guest JOSH GIFFORD of SOUNDPONY!

In the words of the one they call LIZZO, it's about👏 damn 👏 time 👏. Tulsa's annual iconic bike race (that's putting it mildly) TULSA TOUGH is upon us! In this special "Meet the Neighbors" episode of the OKPOP Radio Hour, we sit down with our 2-wheel obsessed neighbor & friend Josh Gifford, proprietor of local watering hole, SOUNDPONY! We chat about the history of this beloved Tulsa establishment and what it means to us all, especially this magical time of year when racing enthusiasts decent upon us from all over the globe. Soundpony is housed across the street from OKPOP and down the way from historic Cain's Ballroom on North Main Street. It's a bike themed bar, but it's not just for cyclists! On any given night you can grab an ice cold beverage and strike up an accidental conversation with a local artist, politician, comedian, the cast of Rez Dogs, or even Miley Cyrus. You never know who's in the house! It's infamous, for all of us, and a real good time. Take a listen and get excited to make your way downtown for Tulsa Tough, Josh, and all of the lovely members of the Pony family.
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OKPOPCast: TREY CALLAWAY, film and tv producer and writer

Trey Callaway--film and TV writer and producer--calls in to talk about how he got his start in the film industry, what it’s like being a TV showrunner, what it was like working with fellow Okie Ron Howard, and to give his insight on the current writer’s strike. Trey's worked with some people you might know--Harrison Ford, Arnold Schwarzenegger, and Tim Burton. Yeah we haven't heard of them either 😉 Go ahead and give that link a click or find the OKPOP Radio Hour wherever you get your pods

Brent Douglas - “Roy D. Mercer”

How big a boy are ya? On the latest episode of the OKPOP Radio Hour, we're gonna find out! Brent Douglas, along with Phil Stone, hosted the Phil & Brent Show on KMOD where they’d have fun and spin tunes on the airwaves, but Brent caused a ruckus on the phone lines with his alter ego, Roy D. Mercer. What started as a fun way to fill the time between songs on the radio soon turned into a gold record. Brent talks about the inspiration behind Mr. Mercer, how the phenomenon of the 'country boy ass whoopin' got its start. We know you’re gonna love it!

OKPOPcast: Chris Combs - COMBSY

We get down and downright jazzy on the latest OKPOP Radio Hour episode featuring incendiary guitarist and composer, Chris Combs. We talk about COMBSY, a Tulsa band stacked with musical virtuosos who churn out lush, velvety, psychedelic soundscapes steeped in jazz, with wafts of pop, funk, blues, and rock. Chris gives us some insight into their newest album, his first guitar, and he is very kind as we attempt to wax philosophical about jazz. You won’t get this content anywhere else but right here, The OKPOP Radio Hour, comin’ at y’all hot every Wednesday wherever you get your pods.
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OKPOPcast: Evan Hughes and Derek Combs

Derek Combs and Evan Hughes, a couple of true Tulsa Kings, join the OKPOP Radio Hour to talk about The Blue Whale Comedy Festival. It’s gonna be bigger and better and funnier than ever in 2023! We also dig into Evan’s origin story to figure out why he’s such a sweetie pie 🥹 and we talk about why we all love Tulsa so dang much. Catch him slangin’ jokes on stages around town, and be sure to grab those tickets for the comedy fest in July.

OKPOPcast: 80s Prom with Lynn & Robbo

It's a totally tubular edition of the OKPOP Radio Hour! Two of Tulsa's most beloved party people, Lynn and Robbo, join the 'cast to talk about 80s Prom! Celebrating 20(ish) years, it's a celebration of all the movies, music and fashion from the raddest era for pop culture. In addition to putting together this fab sellout event Lynn and Robbo also own The Starlite cocktail bar on Route 66 where they are always having themed parties, karaoke nights, and, of course, so much dancing! Find info about the event in the comments, and check out this week's pod with the link below or wherever you get your 'casts.

OKPOPcast: Tea Rush

What’s the tea on this pipin’ hot new episode of the OKPOP Radio Hour? 🫖 Local singer-songwriter and entrepreneur Tea Rush joined us on the ‘cast to talk about her involvement with the Fire in Little Africa project, her inspirations as a performer, and the upcoming annual summer music festival, Rush Fest! Check out this episode with the link below or find it wherever you get your podcasts 🎙️

OKPOPcast: Trait Thompson - Oklahoma Historical Society

On this week's can't-miss episode of the OKPOP Radio Hour, we talk to Trait Thompson, the executive director of the Oklahoma Historical Society. OKPOP is actually a project of the Oklahoma Historical Society, and Trait has been instrumental in turning this idea into reality. Today, Trait talks about why he’s excited about the OKPOP Museum and its mission; but he also takes us back in his own ‘history’ to talk about how he found his way to the historical society. We dive deep into his favorite Saturday Night Live casts, and he even shares the romantic story about the night he proposed to his wife at Cain’s Ballroom. (Awww!) It was such a blast talking to our bossman, and we think you’ll get a kick out of it, too! Give it a listen with the link below or find it wherever you get your pods 🎙️

OKPOPcast: Sterling Gates

Superman, Supergirl, The Flash, The Green Lantern—maybe you’ve heard of ‘em? Tulsa born and raised Sterling Gates has written for some of the most iconic superhero properties in the multiverse. His captivating storylines in comic books, graphic novels, animated series and televisions shows have captured the imaginations of fans everywhere. If you're a fan of superheroes and epic storytelling, you won't want to miss this episode OKPOP Radio Hour with Sterling Gates as our very special guest. He chats about growing up in his dad’s bookstore in Tulsa, jamming with his metal band, and his new short film. Give it a listen with the link below or find it (and subscribe!) wherever you get your pods.