The Only in OK Show

On today's episode of the #podcast, we took a road trip to Anadarko, OK to explore the National Hall of Fame for Famous Native Americans. We had a great time learning about some of the Native Americans that helped mold our state. Special thanks to our advertiser: Master Threads #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #AnadarkoOK #SmallTownFun #Native

On today's episode of the #podcast, we are talking about the Night Hiking at Roman Nose State Park. Roman Nose State Park is located in Watonga, OK is one of the original seven Oklahoma State Parks. Set in a beautiful gypsum canyon, there are activities for everyone, but night hiking takes it to another level. Special thanks to our advertiser: Holliday Tax Group #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #Watonga #hiking #SmallTownFun #stateparks

What are you doing in March? We are discussing some of the fun events happening throughout Oklahoma during the month of March. If you want to find something new to do this month, check out the show. History Alive! on the Cherokee Strip allows you to step back in time and experience life in the Humphrey Heritage Village. On the first and third Saturday of each month, the historic buildings in the Village come alive with reenactors who are tending their shops, working their trades, or socializing at the Village Church. Visitors can learn about different skills and trades of the time, or file their own land claim in the Land Office. The Village will be Alive! from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on the first and third Saturday of the month. "Enid is a city pulsing with great expectations." Those words were penned by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and Enid native Marquis James in the early 1900s. Yet those century-old words ring truer today than ever before. Enid is home to the Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center. Nearly half of Enid's restaurants are truly locally-owned and operated, creating a unique dining experience you won't find anywhere else. BrickUniverse is LEGO fan event organized by fans, for fans of all ages. Professional LEGO artists from around the world will be at BrickUniverse showcasing hundreds of LEGO creations. Oklahoma City offers plenty of interesting things to do and boasts big-league attractions, including the Oklahoma City Thunder NBA Basketball team. You can explore the revitalized downtown area, the Bricktown Entertainment District, top-notch museums, kid-friendly activities or the abundant night-life. Carlton Landing’s 2nd annual Porchfest is almost here! An afternoon where porches become stages and the town is immersed in fresh tunes, art, food and fun. Everyone is invited to listen to a festival of music, each musician playing from a different front porch of a home here in town. Carlton Landing is a resort-style community located on the shores of Lake Eufaula in Eastern Oklahoma. Designed by the same world-class team responsible for Rosemary Beach and Seaside, this charming lakeside town makes for a perfect Oklahoma getaway or place to call home. Lake Eufaula Located roughly two hours east of Oklahoma City, Lake Eufaula is the largest lake in Oklahoma encompassing 102,000 acres and 600 miles of shoreline. Created in 1964 to provide flood control, hydroelectric power, water supply, navigation and recreation. ShamROCK the Rose is a celebration of all things green and Irish. Come have fun amidst the shamrocks and shenanigans of the event. Broken Arrow is full of hometown charm and suburban amenities. Visitors enjoy challenging golf courses and pampering day spas as well as unique shopping, interesting attractions and family-friendly festivals and events. Wanderlust Market by Junk Utopia returns to Shawnee their 6th year. The event is Indoors at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center and you can find vintage, repurposed, handmade , upcycled, rustic and unique "junk". Shawnee is located at the geographical center of Interstate 40, just 30 minutes east of OKC. A unique multicultural gem, in Shawnee the old-west rural and modern urban mingle happily. Home to four Native American tribes with a rich pre-statehood history, our city of just over 30,000 boasts of world-class museums, a bustling historic downtown district, recreational lakes, and more. Celebrate the beginning of spring a little differently this year. On Sunday, March 20, there will be a series of guided Vernal Equinox Walks at Spiro Mounds Archaeological Center where visitors can learn from an archaeologist about the spring equinox. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #events #March #History #music #festival #concert #lego #lake #stpaddys #junk #equinox #enid #okc #carltonlanding #Brokenarrow #shawnee #spiro

On today's episode of the #podcast, we have a great interview with Bo Luellen, author and investigator. Bo joins us to discuss the mystery of the Shaman's Portal in Beaver Dunes State Park in Beaver, OK. Is it Oklahoma's Bermuda Triangle? Did Coronado write about this mysterious place? UFOs, Men in Black, unexplained disappearances, this place has all of the makings of an episode of the X-files, but how much of it is real? Beaver Dunes Park Beaver OK Chamber of Commerce Bo Luellen's website Bo on Facebook Bo on Twitter Special thanks to our advertiser: Master Threads #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #BeaverOK #SmallTownFun #UFO #mysteriousOK

On today's episode of the #podcast, we are talking about Marlow Bother's Cave, in Marlow, OK. Outlaw legends, Hollywood movies and a hole in the ground...this story has it all. Marlow Chamber of Commerce Special thanks to our advertisers: Master Threads #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MarlowOK #SmallTownFun

On today's episode of the #podcast, we are joined by Larry Allen with Twister Strums. This Norman, OK resident makes the most innovative and beautiful 3 string guitars out of the strangest items. Check out the photos and listen now. Special thanks to our advertisers: Master Threads #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #NormanOK

On today's episode of the #podcast, we are talking about the Hambuger King. Located in Shawnee, OK, Hamburger King has been serving up great burgers since 1927, and it actually got it's start in Bristow, OK. Listen now to hear the sizzle. Special thanks to our advertiser: Holliday Tax Group #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #ShawneeOK #hamburgers #SmallTownFun

On today's episode of the #podcast, we are talking about Hideaway Pizza. Founded in Stillwater, OK, Hideaway has been serving up award winning pizza since 1957. Listen now to hear all about how this hidden gem got started and where it's going. Special thanks to our advertiser: Holliday Tax Group #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #StillwaterOK #route66 #PIZZA #SmallTownFun

On today's episode of the #podcast, we are talking with Shollie Hammons, the owner/operator of Shollie's Sweets in Chickasha, OK. If you like cake, cookies or beef jerky, then you are going to love Shollie! If you are stopping in at the Festival of Lights, be sure to stop for one of the fresh baked cinnamon rolls. We also discussed Rett syndrome, which is a rare non-inherited genetic postnatal neurological disorder that occurs primarily in girls and more rarely in boys. RettSyndrom.org is a great site to learn more. To join in on the fight against this disorder, ReverseRett.org will keep you up to date on recent breakthroughs in research and even links to donate. Special thanks to our advertiser: Master Threads #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #ChickashaOK #route66 #ChristmasIsComing #SmallTownFun

We're gonna need a bigger boat! Have you ever wondered how many mistakes two people could make on a single river trip? Today we are discussing floating the Illinois River in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. The scenic Illinois River is nestled in the heart of the Oklahoma Ozark Hills. The Upper Illinois River is an easy flowing, Class II river with a rock bottom and shores, delightful scenery and several stretches of mild rapids making for great float trip experiences. Great for kayakers, canoers, fishermen or just enjoying the wildlife. Voted as one of the Top 100 Best Small Towns in America, Tahlequah is a town located in northeastern Oklahoma that is full of charm, character, and Native American history, too. From shopping and dining to outdoor activities, this delightful town is impossible to drive through without stopping to check it out. You’ll be charmed by the small streets, interesting history, architecture, and so much more! We’re sure you’ll agree: this is one of the most charming small towns in Oklahoma. Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #itunes #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #river #yelp #attraction #tourism #fishing #kayak #canoe

On today's episode of the #podcast, we are talking grub in Hugo, OK, and you are going to fall in love with the Buffalo Grill. Hugo Daily News Mt Olivet Cemetery Special thanks to our advertisers: Master Threads #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #HugoOK #route66 #mtolivet #cemetery

Mark your Calendars! This April 16th and 17th, 2022 The World Cow Chip Throwing Contest in Beaver, Oklahoma has been a staple since 1969. This unusual sporting event is based around throwing a piece of cow dung for distance. Beaver is a town in the Oklahoma Panhandle and is known as the Cow Chip Capital of the World. Beaver began as a stop on the Jones and Plummer Trail.

Here we goat again! Did you know there is an Island in Oklahoma that is inhabited solely by goats? Today we are discussing Goat Island in Park Hill, Oklahoma. Lake Tenkiller has an array of islands, but Pettit Bay has one known as Goat Island. People can access the island by boat or kayak and this island is run entirely by goats, people can visit. Park Hill is an unincorporated community near Tahlequah, east of the junction of U.S. Route 62 and State Highway 82. Founded in 1838, Park Hill became the home of many important Cherokee leaders and has been called the center of Cherokee culture. Lake Tenkiller is a reservoir in eastern Oklahoma formed by the damming of the Illinois River between 1947 and 1952 by the United States Army Corps of Engineers. The water is clear and it is a popular scuba destination in the state. Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship. Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #itunes #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #island #rt66 #attraction #tourism #goats #streetart #lake

On today's episode of the #podcast, we found a restaurant in Bristow, Oklahoma, that you have to try. The Beach House is a farm-to-table restaurant that is part of the D-M Beach Limousin Ranch. Special thanks to our advertisers: Holliday Tax Group #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #route66

Do you remember what you wanted to be when you were a kid? It was an Ewok, just admit it. On today's episode, we are exploring Toy Base 10 in Oklahoma City. Owner Steve Siemens has a toy that will transport you back to your childhood.

“Back home, we get a taxidermy man, he’s gonna have a heart attack when he sees what I brung him!” OKC is getting a new interactive aquarium, and it's gonna have sharks! Listen to this episode to hear all about it. Blue Zoo OKC Quail Springs Mall George Washington Fish video Special thanks to our advertiser: Master Threads

How far would you run for homemade pumpkin pie? 5k? On today's episode we have a great interview of the Turkey Day 5k in Norman, OK. Our weekend top picks include a Native American Celebration at the Gathering Place in Tulsa, the Mistletoe Market in OKC, and some Veteran's Day events in MWC and Sulphur. Give it a listen! Turkey Day 5k Gathering Place in Tulsa Mistletoe Market Cox Convention Center MWC Parks Downtown Sulphur Special thanks to our advertisers: Holliday Tax Group Master Threads

On today's episode of the #podcast, we are joined by Adam Ely with Hard Luck Auto. Since December of 2017, Adam Ely, and his wife, Toni have operated Hard Luck Automotive Services. They are giving back to Oklahoma in a huge way. With a little boost from Mike Rowe and his show, Returning The Favor, Hard Luck opened their shop located at 616 SW 29th St. in Oklahoma City. Their slogan is “if you can afford the parts, we’ll fix your car for free.” Check out the interview with Adam and show some love to this great Oklahoman! Special thanks to our advertisers: Master Threads #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma

We did not chicken out on the Polar Plunge, we promise! The Polar Plunge got rescheduled for 2/12/22 due to intense ice, but we were there and we were hungry. Medicine Park, Oklahoma began in 1908, when it was founded as the state's first resort town. The founder, John William Elmer Thomas, fell in love with every aspect of it, from the unique cobblestone deposits, to the mountains and plains that surrounded the town, to the wilderness beyond the horizon. Today it is one of the most relaxing getaways around. Redbone Indian Tacos is a more than a taco-truck. If your Kiowa grandmother made you delicious Indian Tacos, then you will love this place, if you didn't have a Kiowa grandmother, then you have missed out and you will love this place. #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #events #February #plunge #taco #foodies #medicinepark

Are you going to sit around or are you going to make something of your life? If you want to make something happen, we suggest you check out Maker Days in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Maker Days happens the first Saturday of every month. Listen to this episode of the Only in OK Show to get the skinny. Guthrie Maker Days Oklahoma Mini Mill Home Sweet Home On The Range The Tipsy Artist Special thanks to our advertiser: Master Threads

What's scarier than a haunted house? A haunted castle of course. Today we are headed to the Castle of Muskogee for the final weekend of their Halloween Festival. Can't make it to Muskogee? Don't worry, we have a nutty list of activities across the state this weekend as well. Muskogee Castle RT 66 Pecan Fest Haunt the Zoo OKC Fall RV Show Punkin' Chunkin' Piedmont 6th Annual Hometown Halloween Special thanks to Master Threads

Plans for the weekend? Yet another weekend cram packed full of activity.Whether you wanna get Sauced in the Paseo or getting yourself a fistful of boomstick. There are plenty of Oktober festivities to fill your days or your nightmares. We've waved our magic wands and came up with our top picks to help you cruise into the weekend. Soooo many puns.. Sauced Paseo Pollard Theatre Vinita Oktoberfest Oklahoma River Cruises Tiger Safari Zoological Park In case you needed more "Nightmare" fuel. We spoke to Dan Shultz owner of Newcastle Nightmares about McClain counties premier haunt attraction,where they drew their inspiration from and where the bathrooms were Newcastle Nightmare Newcastle Nightmare Facebook Special thanks to our advertisers: Holliday Tax Group Master Threads

We went all in at the World Series of Poker! There are still a few days for you to win it all, but in the meantime, we are going to share the details of our run at the WSOP Circuit Events at the Choctaw Casino Resort in Durant, Oklahoma. onlyinok.com https://www.podpage.com/only-in-oklahoma-show/ The World Series of Poker Circuit is a series of poker tournaments held annually at a variety of casinos since 2005 as a build-up to the World Series of Poker (WSOP). All Championship events are competed in no limit Texas hold 'em; preliminary events may be different poker variants. https://www.wsop.com/ Choctaw Casino and Resort Durant offers over 7,400 slot machines, over 100 table games, and a state-of-the-art poker room. There are 16 restaurants, multiple performance venues, a bowling alley, an arcade, and six movie theatres. Their hotel and spa are top notch and they are a world class convention and entertainment center. https://www.choctawcasinos.com/Durant/ Durant Known as the "Magnolia Capital of Oklahoma," Durant offers everything from downtown shopping to outdoor adventures. Originally settled by a family of French-Choctaw origin, Durant boasts a unique combination of small-town charm and a highly celebrated Native American heritage in southern Oklahoma. https://durant.org/ Oklahoma City embodies the Modern Frontier and defines its own future. A young city steeped in Native American and Western culture, openness, and an enterprising nature, OKC embraces its roots and continues to pave the way as a center of innovation and entrepreneurship. Frommer's is a travel guide book series created by Arthur Frommer in 1957. Frommer's has since expanded to include more than 350 guidebooks as well as other media. https://www.frommers.com/slideshows/848505-frommer-s-best-places-to-go-in-the-united-states-in-2022 https://www.frommers.com/ The First Americans Museum is a museum in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma was previously known as the American Indian Cultural Center and Museum. Visitors will experience the collective histories of 39 distinctive First American Nations. First Americans Museum (FAM) will share the cultural diversity, history, and contributions of the First Americans. https://famok.org/ The Greenwood Rising: Black Wall Street History Center is an educational hub to tell Greenwood's story of Tragedy to Triumph and provides a platform for important discussions about Black Wall Street, history and race relations. https://www.greenwoodrising.org/ The Bob Dylan Center, opening in May 2022 will serve to educate, motivate and inspire visitors using the creativity of all of Bob Dylan's works. https://bobdylancenter.com/about/ Subscribe to the Only in OK Show. Check out our sponsor for this episode - TAILBOARD APPAREL https://www.tailboardapparel.com/ #TravelOK #onlyinokshow #Oklahoma #MadeinOklahoma #oklaproud #itunes #podcast #okherewego #traveloklahoma #wsop #rt66 #attraction #tourism #poker #casino

Today we are headed to the birthplace of a legend for a legendary event. Claremore, OK is home to the Will Rogers Museum and the Will Rogers Days - Motion Picture Festival, Oct 30th through Nov 4th. The whole town gets in on this one and Will Rogers movies will be playing all over town. Will Rogers Museum Dog Irons Awards

It's time to dust off your long-sword and helmet, because today we are talking with Rene at the King's Medieval Faire in the fair city of Glenpool, OK. If you have been looking to test your steel against an ogre, buy a new shield just eat a corn dog from the faerie realm, this place has you covered. King's Medieval Faire What's going on in Glenpool? Ron's Hamburgers Special thanks to our sponsor: Master Threads