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Only in OKlahoma Show

Harley Covington and Brett Manzer

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Howdy Y’all…just kidding! Welcome to our page. We are the Only in Oklahoma Show, where you can hear about travel and entertainment in the Great State of Oklahoma. Our sole purpose is to shine a light on some of the people, places and stories that make Oklahoma, more than just “OK”. In fact, Oklahoma is one of the most underrated travel destinations in the country even by some of the locals. Powered by award winning podcasters (2018 Podcast Award – Society and Culture), Harley C. and Brett Ma ...
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Mind your own biscuits and life will be gravy! Today we are discussing the Community Cafe in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. https://www.facebook.com/communitycafe2018 On the outskirts of Pauls Valley, open from 6:30am to 4pm Monday through Saturday, you can find one of the homiest restaurants around. From the eclectic décor to the friendly staff, you will…
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Be careful of robots! They byte! Today we are discussing the FIRST Robotics Competition at the OKC Fairgrounds in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Founded in 1989 by inventor Dean Kamen, FIRST® (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) is a global nonprofit (501(c)(3)) organization that prepares young people for the future through a suite…
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Ribs are the reason I could never be a vegetarian! Today we are discussing The Highway 62 BBQ Competition in Nicoma Park, Oklahoma. Help raise money for a great cause while enjoying some of the state's best barbecue at Nicoma Park's annual Highway 62 BBQ Cookoff & Music Festival. Throughout this two-day event, teams of experienced grill masters wil…
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Chasing the summer vibes, one scoop at a time. Today we are discussing The Taste of Summer Ice Cream Festival in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. The Taste of Summer event in Central Park is considered a summer staple in Broken Arrow. This ice cream festival invites guests to enjoy a family fun zone with inflatables and face painting, a car show, art vendor…
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Quit hounding us about spring festivals! Today we are discussing The Red Fern Festival in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. Bring the family to Tahlequah and enjoy the Red Fern Festival, a fun, old-fashioned fun event featuring hound dog field trials, 1930s era children's games, a car show and more. Held annually the last weekend of April, the Red Fern Festival…
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Wood you like to go for a hike with us? Today we are discussing The Skull Hollow Nature Trail in Oolagah, Oklahoma. The Skull Hollow Nature Trail in Oolagah is considered an easy route, it takes an average of 27 min to complete. This is a popular trail for birding, hiking, and running, but you can still enjoy some solitude during quieter times of d…
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I'm souper hungry right now. Today we are discussing The Doo-whop in Velma, Oklahoma. The Doo-Whop is a small restaurant that knows a thing or two about feeding big appetites. The restaurant lives by its slogan, “It ain’t food if it ain’t fried!” Serving everything from fried pickles and mozzarella sticks, to chicken fried steaks and curly fries, t…
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Life is what you bake it. Today we are discussing Country Bird Bakery in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Using regionally sourced grain and flour, Country Bird Bakery supports local farmers, while also supporting physical health, economy and ecology. This bakery aims to tell the story of the farmers and the land in a creative, fun, and unexpected way. They source…
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Why did the waffle breakup with its girlfriend? She kept buttering him up. Today we are discussing Waffle That in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Topped with crispy fried chicken or served sweet with fresh berries, Waffle That! in Tulsa specializes in a comforting array of waffle creations. This family-owned eatery originally started out of a food truck, and has …
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Some people think burger puns are cheesy, but I relish them. Today we are discussing Little Mike’s Hamburgers in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Little Mike's Hamburgers in Oklahoma City has been in business since the 1970s serving up huge hamburgers that are packed with flavor. This locally owned and operated burger joint specializes in onion fried burge…
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This is the history of Van's Pig Stands as written in “Historic Shawnee, The History of Shawnee & Pottawatomie County” by Bob Burke and Eric Dabney, published 2014: Oklahoma’s oldest barbeque restaurant continuously owned and operated by the same family is Van’s Pig Stands. First finding fame in the heart of historic Shawnee, nearly a century later…
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Brett and Harley answer the world's most burning questions about the great state of Oklahoma. We dug into the bowels of Google searches to see what questions people were asking about Oklahoma, like why do Oklahomans deep fry everything and do we all wear cowboy boots. Give it a listen and learn the secrets of the universe.…
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The kids are on pines and needles waiting for Santa’s gifts to arrive under the tree. Today we are discussing The One in Enid, Oklahoma. The One is a memorable Christmas experience that features a faux Christmas tree standing at 122 feet tall in downtown Enid. This amazing tree will be the centerpiece of this days-long celebration featuring concert…
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Yule never guess who's coming? It's Santa! Today we are discussing the Route 66 Christmas Chute in Sapulpa, Oklahoma. The Route 66 Christmas Chute is a unique experience in downtown Sapulpa. You will arrive and be amazed as you are walking under blocks and blocks of Christmas lights and decorations. Each "Christmas Chute" will have different themed…
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The Christmas alphabet has no L. Today we are discussing Kringle's Christmas Land in Jenks, Oklahoma. Experience Victorian-era Christmas in the modern age as you walk through Kringle's Christmas Land in Jenks. During this magical winter event, experience a voice-narrated holiday story with life-size animated displays from the 1940s-1990s. Besides h…
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My poptart jokes are really crumby. Today we are discussing the Stitch Cafe in OKC, Oklahoma. Gather for food, coffee, cocktails and conversation at Stitch Cafe in Oklahoma City. Located within the West Village apartments in Film Row, Stitch offers an amazing menu. Enjoy a cortado, latte or cappuccino or slow down with a specialty tea blend. Don’t …
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We hope you are ready for a great eggsample of an eggscellent breakfast spot. Today we are discussing the Eggceptional Cafe in OKC, Oklahoma. Eggceptional Café in Oklahoma City is a family owned and operated breakfast brunch restaurant. Their high quality menu is cooked fresh daily and there is something for every taste. If you have been looking fo…
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What do you call a BBQ pun? A meataphor. Today we are discussing Bob’s Pig Shop in Pauls Valley, Oklahoma. Housed in a quirky cobblestone cottage, Bob's Pig Shop in Pauls Valley offers up lunch and dinner in a rustic atmosphere complete with wood paneling and a mix match of booths and chairs. What they lack in ambiance, they make up tenfold with fo…
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Omelette you finish, but bacon is the best breakfast food of all time. Today we are discussing Nelson's Buffeteria in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A Tulsa tradition since 1929, Nelson's Buffeteria is famous for its hand-breaded chicken fried steak. This south side restaurant also specializes in American comfort food and serves breakfast all day. Stop by this h…
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Why don’t monsters eat ghosts? They taste like sheet. Today we are discussing the Seminole legend of the Stikini in Tecumseh, Oklahoma. The Seminole Indians of Oklahoma have a legend of a vampire-like creature called a stikini. This creature take the form of a human during the day, but at night becomes an owl-like creature that craves human flesh. …
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Why don’t more aliens visit earth? It's only rated one star. Today we are discussing one of the most credible UFO sightings ever and it happened right here in Ardmore, Oklahoma. On May 26th, 2017, Joey Franko, a resident of Ardmore spotted a strange disc hovering above his home. See the full video from the History Channel here. Good times abound in…
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Why do ghosts hate the rain? It dampens their spirits. Today we are discussing the Halloween Bonanza in Muskogee, Oklahoma, with the owners of The RoccaDawn Bed & Breakfast and Charles Crawford owner of the Fite Estate. Double your fright with two haunted mansions in Historic Muskogee, Oklahoma. There will be haunted house tours, food, drinks, cand…
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Where my ghouls at? Today we are discussing Tulsa Spirit Tours in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Join one of the state’s most active and entertaining paranormal investigation teams for a macabre and fun night out. Tulsa Spirit Tours features several unique ghost tours that take you through numerous haunted sites in and around Tulsa. On the flagship Party Bus Tou…
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It’s time for a game of hide-and-shriek! Today we are discussing Haunted Garfield County, Oklahoma with Jeff Provine. Garfield County is seemingly a quiet span of rural Oklahoma, but its history is steeped with strange legends. Enid (originally known as "Skeleton" for chilling reasons) has served as the major center since winning out in the violent…
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A Ghost walks into a bar....He did not notice. Today we are discussing The Guthrie Ghost Walk in Guthrie, Oklahoma. Guthrie Ghost Walk is a 90-minute walking tour through part of the nation's largest historic district, focusing on the historic downtown. The largest Victorian city in the U.S. claims more ghost stories than any other community in the…
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I scream, you scream, we all scream for scary movie themed ice cream. Today we are discussing The Ice Creamatory in Norman, Oklahoma. The Ice Creamatory is a horror-themed ice cream shop on 12th Avenue in southeast Norman. They offer custom soft serve ice cream & milkshakes using their incredible Swirl Freeze machines. You can choose either vanilla…
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Stick around and you will be saying, “frank you very much”. Today we are discussing Chet's Dairy Freeze in Muskogee, Oklahoma. Once the Capital of Indian Territory, Muskogee has played a significant role in Oklahoma and American history. In 1872 Muskogee, OK sprung to life as a railway station for the KATY Railroad. It took no time at all for railr…
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It’s a-boat time we got to the lake. Today we are discussing Greenleaf State Park in Braggs, Oklahoma. Tucked away in the hills of eastern Oklahoma, Greenleaf State Park offers spectacular scenery and is a family-friendly state park. The park includes Greenleaf Lake as well as cabins, campgrounds, family recreation facilities and nature hiking trai…
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Thanks for always pudding up with our food puns. Today we are discussing The Nātv restaurant in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma. Nātv was founded from the dream of Executive Chef Jacque Siegfried, whom since she was little girl always wanted to start a Native American restaurant. Jacque, being of Shawnee decent, decided it was finally time to bring a Native…
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Fudge your diet! Today we are discussing Forever 31 Fudge in Moore, Oklahoma. One of the fastest growing communities in the Oklahoma City area, Moore offers a variety of premier entertainment options. Get set for royal treatment in the "reel world" of the Moore Warren Theatre, a luxurious 14-screen theater complex with balcony seating, a cocktail b…
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You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy coffee, and that’s pretty close. Today we are discussing The Kumback Café in Perry, Oklahoma. Welcoming visitors and local patrons since 1926, the Kumback Cafe is regarded as an authentic Perry institution. Step inside this historic cafe and see pictures of celebrities like Pretty Boy Floyd and various Perry…
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Dinosaurs didn’t ride dirt bikes. Now they’re extinct. Today we are discussing The Ravine Adventure Park in Macomb, Oklahoma. If you are looking for a picturesque place to explore not far from Oklahoma City, make plans to journey out to The Ravine Outdoor Adventure Park in Macomb. With 80 acres of rugged terrain and trails perfect for hiking, bikin…
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All we are saying is give pizza chance. Today we are discussing the Flower Shop Winery and Pizzeria in Yukon and Chickasha, Oklahoma. The Flower Shop Winery and Pizzeria in downtown Chickasha and Yukon offers a casual and fun setting to enjoy delicious Italian cuisine and locally made wines. You can enjoy one of the unique flavors of their wine inc…
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The hipster didn’t swim in the river because it was too mainstream. Today we are discussing Lower Mountain Fork River in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. The Lower Mountain Fork River offers year-round trout fishing throughout a 12-mile portion of lower river, as well as its tributaries from the Broken Bow dam downstream to US-70 bridge. The river is also a p…
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You’re bacon me crazy. Today we are discussing The Seasoned Cafe in Midwest City, Oklahoma. Seasoned Cafe is a great choice for breakfast or lunch. The portions are HUGE and their food is made from scratch. Beware, your expectations for all future omelets will be much higher after trying one of theirs. Located just minutes from Oklahoma City, Midwe…
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Today we are discussing The Life Center ADS Adaptive Artisan Fair in Stillwater, Oklahoma. The LIFE Center is hosting a fundraiser on August 5th from 10:00am-2:00pm. The event is an “Adapted Artisan Free Fair”. They will have free food, entertainment, various exhibits, carnival games, health/ aging related resources, and a few side fundraisers. The…
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Did you know that Chuck Norris was born in a log cabin? That he built. Today we are discussing The Holder Hill Cabin in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. Get away from it all with a stay at the gorgeous Holder Hill Honeymoon Cabin in Hochatown. Inspired by a rustic farmhouse and nestled in the Pines of Deer Ridge, this beautiful one bedroom cabin is luxuriousl…
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What did the teenage tornado say to his parents? Nothing. He just stormed off. Today we are discussing the Twister Museum in Wakita, Oklahoma. Housed in the location office of the movie, this unique museum contains information and video on the making of "Twister" in Wakita. Visitors will find the original "Dorothy 1" from the movie, plus behind-the…
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What is the only time you start at the red and stop at the green? When you eat a watermelon.. Today we are discussing The 78th Annual Watermelon Festival in Rush Springs, Oklahoma. Hosted each year since August 1948, the Rush Springs Watermelon Festival and Rodeo celebrates the local watermelon crop with activities, carnival rides and plenty of old…
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The Only in Oklahoma show is lager than life. Today we are discussing The Enid Brewing Company in Enid, Oklahoma. Born from locally-grown barley and wheat malt partnered with a brewing passion, Enid Brewing Company owner Brady Sidwell of Enterprise Grain Company and Sidwell Farms launched this multifaceted brewery in 2018. Located in historic downt…
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How do you know what the weather is like at the top of a mountain? You climate. Today we are discussing The Lazy Buffalo Cabins in Cache, Oklahoma. Nestled among the foothills of the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, The Lazy Buffalo in Cache offers 11 vacation rental cabins and a separate venue space with attached bunkhouse. Each cabin is uniquel…
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Log live the cabin life. Today we are discussing The River of Love Cabins in Thackerville, Oklahoma. These handcrafted log cabins are nestled in the bend of Love County's Red River in Thackerville. The cabins are located approximately 90 minutes north of the Dallas/Ft. Worth metroplex and just under two hours south of the Oklahoma City area, not fa…
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Call in Queso Emergency! Today we are discussing The Casa Romo Cocina Mexicana in Ardmore, Oklahoma. Casa Romo Cocina Mexicana offers authentic Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine in a beautifully restored building with a colorful and spacious interior in downtown Ardmore, owned by José and Socorro Romo. Good times abound in Ardmore, Oklahoma where you can…
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We’re always down for s'more cabin time. Today we are discussing The Creekside Cabin in Sand Springs, Oklahoma. At the Creekside cabin in Sand Springs, you can reconnect with nature. This off-grid cabin is a unique experience that you can’t get anywhere else and at a price that is unbelievable. Seriously, it’s off-grid which means you have to park …
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