Best The Oki Life Podcasts (2024)

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Your Next Great Read LIVE - Hallmark Romance, Rogue Agents, and the End of the World 43:14

9d ago43:14

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We celebrated the second anniversary of Your Next Great Read by recording this show in front of a live audience at Second Story Books in OKC! In addition to the second anniversary of this show, this is also the 100th episode of the Okie Bookcast! We talk about a ton of books with our guest, Magen Runyan, and also get quick reviews from a couple of …

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Bringing Up a New Generation of Sooners w/ Children's Author Toby Rowland 32:10

16d ago32:10

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Welcome to Chapter 62 of the Okie Bookcast! My guest is children's author, Toby Rowland. Toby has been the Voice of the Sooners for the last 13 years. He is also the host of the “T-Row in the Morning Show” on KREF in Norman and is an on-air Sports Contributor for KWTV (OKC) and KOTV (Tulsa). Toby released his first children's book, featuring Univer…

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Dragons, Serial Killers, and Martin Short - Book Recs with J, Hannah, and YA author Candace Kade 55:34

21d ago55:34

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Welcome to the July edition of Your Next Great Read! J and Hannah are joined by YA author, Candace Kade, to talk books. We cover a ton of ground - everything from murder mysteries to teen angst to Japanese dragons. Something for every reader! Get ready to fill your TBR list with more great books. Connect with Candace: website | Instagram Get Candac…

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Behind the Rain: An Audio Anthology of Oklahoma Poetry, Volume 9 25:32

29d ago25:32

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Welcome to Volume 9 of Behind the Rain - our second anniversary edition! We've been celebrating Oklahoma poetry for two years now and have, in total, presented 105 poems from 46 fantastic poets. For this volume we have 14 poems from 12 poets. Here's the lineup: Spring High Noons - Abigail Pappas Instagram: @actually_belle On the Banks of the Canadi…

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Finding Bookish Community Online - Bookstagrammer Round Table 51:04

1M ago51:04

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It's Chapter 61 of the Bookcast! This month, I sat down with three amazing Bookstagrammers - Grace Filer, Clay Mattox, and Jessica Berg - to talk about the Bookstagram community and each of their unique approaches to being a part of the ecosystem. We talk about a ton of books, but also about talking about books and building community around a share…

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#97 Mastering Flowers with Kati Mayfield 27:42

1M ago27:42

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Discover how Kati Mayfield’s vision of "no flower should go to waste" is transforming unwanted blooms into gifts of joy for those in need. From hospitals to homeless shelters, Flower Rescue brings beauty and community spirit to Finland. 🇫🇮✨Kati shares her journey from America to Finland, her love for the country's sincerity, and her tips for newcom…

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Motherhood Series: Camie Goldhammer PT. 2 25:19

2M ago25:19

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Check out Part 2 of my conversation with Camie Jae Goldhammer, (Sisíthuŋwaŋ-Waȟpéthuŋwaŋ Oyáte) Founding Executive Director of Hummingbird Indigenous Family Services, Clinical Social Worker, Lactation Consultant and Full Spectrum Indigenous Doula. 🪶 We talk babies, breastfeeding, hospital care, and much more! Support the Show.…

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Your Next Great Read - Book Recommendations with J and Hannah 49:17

2M ago49:17

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Welcome back to Your Next Great Read! Hannah and J are back with tons of recommendations and reviews for curious readers like you. Remember - you can purchase any of the titles we discuss via the links below or on our Bookshop.org online store. Every book you buy helps out the Bookcast AND a local bookstore of your choosing. Win. Win. Win. Connect …

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Oklahoma Small Towns and Ghost Towns - Author, Jeff Schmidt 41:33

3M ago41:33

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Welcome to Chapter 60! And welcome back! I'm so excited to be back from hiatus and bringing you bookish conversations with great authors like Jeff Schmidt. Jeff is the author of the brand new book Here Today: Oklahoma’s Ghost Towns, Vanishing Towns, and Towns Persisting against the Odds. Jeff is an Associate Professor of Marketing in the Price Coll…

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Why Struggle? 15:58

3M ago15:58

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In this Episode "Why Struggle?" aims to provide a fresh perspective on the inevitable challenges we face and to inspire listeners to view their struggles as catalysts for positive change. Whether you're dealing with personal issues, professional setbacks, or the complexities of everyday life, this podcast offers insights and encouragement to help y…

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#96 Mental Health without Borders with Kami Fodor 37:31

3M ago37:31

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Kami Fodor, a representative of Mieli Without Borders, discusses her journey and the organisation's mission to make mental health support accessible to foreigners in Finland. The episode underscores the importance of mental health support in the integration process for internationals and provides practical tips for maintaining mental well-being in …

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Making Things Happen with Monica Lim 1:24:43

4M ago1:24:43

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In this episode, we spoke with fellow Notion pro, educator, and project management expert Monica Lim about productivity and life including strategies on handling and recognizing burnout. Check out this episode if, like Monica, you love learning and making things happen! Links MonicaLim.co @MonicaLim on Twxtter Takeaways Volunteering in high-pressur…

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Leveraging Curiosity with Thomas Frank 1:12:09

4M ago1:12:09

1:12:09

Thomas Frank has been leveraging his learning through multiple businesses and media channels. Today he joins the Oki Doki team to talk about Notion, life, and his new knowledge capture tool, Flylighter. Links Flylighter Thomas Frank on YouTube Thomas Frank Explains on YouTube Learn Notion with Thomas Takeaways Transitioning from content creation to…

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Behind the Rain: An Audio Anthology of Oklahoma Poetry, Volume 8 21:45

5M ago21:45

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It's Volume 8 of Behind the Rain! I've got 11 poems from 10 Oklahoma poets cued up and ready for you to enjoy. Be sure to connect with the poets across their social media (linked below) to let them know how much you appreciate their work. Here's the lineup for this edition of the anthology: April and Winter - Aubrey Green Facebook: @BlueCloverEditi…

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Embracing the Creator-Founder Role with Mariah Coz 1:08:58

5M ago1:08:58

1:08:58

In this episode, Mariah shared her unique approaches to content creation, exploring the ease and effectiveness of podcasting as a marketing channel. She reflects on her business pivots and the transition to a new business structure that allows for more spaciousness and personal growth, discussing her transition from a CEO role to a Creator-Founder …

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#95 Mental Health in Finland for Foreigners 42:33

5M ago42:33

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Discover the stories of Annabel & Hatty from Compass Psychology on the Mastering Finland Podcast! Learn how love brought them to Finland, their insights on adapting to Finnish culture, and the vital role of mental health support for expats. Don't miss out on their valuable advice for thriving in a new country! #MasteringFinland #Expats #MentalHealt…

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Livin' the Llama Life with Marie Ng 1:11:53

6M ago1:11:53

1:11:53

Marie Ng, founder of Llama Life, shares her journey from advertising to software development and the challenges and successes she encountered along the way. She discusses the importance of building a customer base and the resonance of her product with the ADHD community. Links LlamaLife.co Marie on Twitter Chapters (00:00) - Living the Llama Life w…

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Last Exit On Mainstream Trailer 1:41

6M ago1:41

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Coming Soon Join me Rob Jones and my good friend Jamie Onolfo as we look into some of the cultural icons of the last 75 years The great pretenders.... The Troubadours and storytellers The rabble rousers and crowd pleasers And the biggest moments of our time Last Exit on Mainstream...a pop culture adjacent podcast Season 1 coming early 2024 on Apple…

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Examining Post-Achievement with Khe Hy 59:19

6M ago59:19

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In this episode, we talked to Khe Hy, discussing his identity journey and transition to a post-achievement career. We explored the evolution of his interests and the challenges of defying audience expectations. Khe offered insights on success, creative expression, and time management, delving into post-achievement, and noting that financial success…

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Your Next Great Read - Book Recommendations and Talk with J, Hannah, and special guest Andie Schulz 58:59

6M ago58:59

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Hannah and I are joined by Andie Schulz to talk about what we've been reading and why you might love it. We cover everything from mind-bending horror to sweeping space operas to warm fuzzy rom-coms. There may also be some conversation about elements that would go into a YNGR Drinking Game. Enjoy the conversation and let us know your thoughts on the…

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Motherhood Series: Camie Goldhammer PT. 1 32:03

6M ago32:03

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🪶 We are so excited to share this conversation with Camie Jae Goldhammer, MSW, LICSW, IBCLC (Sisíthuŋwaŋ-Waȟpéthuŋwaŋ Oyáte) a Clinical Social Worker, Lactation Consultant and Full Spectrum Indigenous Doula. 🪶 Camie is the founder and chair of the Native American Breastfeeding Coalition of Washington. She is also a founding mother and President Ele…

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Turning Experience into Story - Author and Poet Paul Juhasz 40:52

7M ago40:52

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Welcome to Chapter 59! My guest is author and poet, Paul Juhasz. A graduate of the Red Earth M.F.A., Paul’s work has appeared in several literary journals, most recently Concho River Review, Poetry Quarterly, Oklahoma Review and Main Street Rag. He has served as curator and coordinator of the Woody Guthrie Poets since 2020. He has four books, inclu…

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Nervous System Mastery with Jonny Miller 48:12

7M ago48:12

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In this episode, we spoke with Jonny Miller, the mind behind Nervous System Mastery, about the critical role of understanding our nervous system. Jonny shared insights from his personal journey through grief, leading him to delve into the connections between emotions, physicality, breathwork, and the nervous system. He introduced the concept of int…

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The Running Man - Pages to Pictures w/ Jamie Ray 48:40

7M ago48:40

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I'm joined by the host of Fave Five From Fans, Jamie Ray, to talk about the film adaptation of the Richard Bachman / Stephen King classic - The Running Man. We talk about the book and the film and all of the many (so many) ways in which the two are different. It's a celebration of spandex and catchphrases - all of the 80s Arnold magic you can stand…

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Motherhood Series: Isabel Healy 32:15

7M ago32:15

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✨ Welcoming in the new year with strong Blackfoot Matriarch, Isabel Healy! 🪶 In this special conversation with Isabel, listeners will enjoy hearing about her love for beading, working hard, raising her children, and learning about her culture! 🪶 Isabel grew up in the Kainai Blood Tribe, part of the Blackfoot Confederacy, where she learned her first…

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Romance Writing Round Table 46:34

7M ago46:34

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Welcome to Chapter 58! We've got a Round Table talking about all things romance writing. It's a fun and thoughtful conversation with something for everyone - even those of you (like me) who don't typically read romance. Magen Runyan - Podcaster (3 Book Girls) and Bookstagrammer Connect with Magen: Instagram | 3 Book Girls Clay Mattox - Bookstagramm…

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#94 The Worlds Most Difficult Language with Sanni Törmänen 43:21

7M ago43:21

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Sanni Törmänen spills the secrets to mastering Finnish language. From teaching abroad to adapting to online learning, Sanni's journey is as dynamic as the language itself. Forget one-size-fits-all approaches – Sanni's all about personalized learning at sananpuru.com. With Finnish being more like a puzzle than a problem, Sanni and Matt liken it to l…

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Becoming Unkillable with Sara Campbell 57:49

7M ago57:49

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In this conversation, Sara Campbell discusses her work as a coach and her mission to help people develop a strong relationship with themselves. She shares her journey of becoming who she is meant to be and the importance of removing layers of who we are not. Sara also talks about the lessons she has learned from Zen Buddhism, emphasizes the value o…

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Your Next Great Read - Book Recommendation and Talk with J, Hannah, and special guest Grace Filer 54:41

7M ago54:41

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Looking for great books? We've got you covered! Our guest is Bookstagrammer Grace Filer who runs the "If Books Could Thrill" book club in OKC. Connect with Grace: Instagram | If Books Could Thrill IG Connect with Hannah: website | Twitter | Instagram Recommendations in this episode: Grace I Am, I Am, I Am: Seventeen Brushes with Death - Maggie O’Fa…

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Staying True to Your Characters . . . and Bigfoot w/ Author Missy Hancock 34:44

8M ago34:44

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Welcome to Chapter 57! My guest today is Missy Hancock. Missy describes herself as a wife of one, mom of six, and grammy of one. She’s lived in Oklahoma since she was ten and is happily settled in Guthrie, America. She says her motto in life is to live by love, not by fear. In the fall of 2023 Missy released three books in her Ele Charmichael serie…

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Behind the Rain: An Audio Anthology of Oklahoma Poetry, Volume 7 25:15

8M ago25:15

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It's Volume 7 of Behind the Rain! I've got 11 poems from 9 Oklahoma poets cued up and ready for you to enjoy. Be sure to connect with the poets across their social media (linked below) to let them know how much you appreciate their work. Here's the lineup for this edition of the anthology: Pretty Wordy - Rachel Waters Instagram: @rachelwaters.co We…

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Creating a Beautiful Future with Barrett Brooks 1:12:15

8M ago1:12:15

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Barrett Brooks, former COO of ConvertKit and now an executive coach, shared his deep connection with nature and the significance of confronting past pain. He reflected on the complexities and rewards of executive coaching, the balance between coaching and personal creative work, and the necessity of personal growth and clear professional agreements…

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Where the Red Fern Grows - Pages to Pictures w/ Betsey Kulakowski 43:29

8M ago43:29

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I'm joined by author and podcaster, Betsey Kulakowski, to talk about the 1974 film adaptation of an Oklahoma classic - Where the Red Fern Grows by Wilson Rawls. We talk about the book and the film and ways in which the movie got it "right" and a place or two where it might have missed the mark. Spoiler alert, I've got some strong thoughts on that f…

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Making Great Decisions with Joe Hudson 56:33

8M ago56:33

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Joe Hudson discusses the impact of the Art of Accomplishment courses and the relationship between productivity and emotions, emphasizing the importance of embracing intensity and finding ease in decision-making. Joe also introduces the VIEW framework and its role in creating productive conflict and making informed decisions. He highlights the trans…

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Storytelling and Comics w/ Buck Berlin from New World Comics 39:11

8M ago39:11

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Welcome to Chapter 56! Today I get to introduce you to the owner of one of the great comic shops in Oklahoma - Buck Berlin from New World Comics in OKC. New World has been a fixture in Oklahoma City for decades and Buck has been its owner and chaos coordinator for the last couple of those. In our conversation we cover: The origins of the store and …

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Your Next Great Read - Book Recommendations and Talk with J and Hannah 45:30

8M ago45:30

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It's the December 2023 edition of Your Next Great Read! This is a special one as Hannah and I are actually recording in the same room for the first time. We don't have a guest for this episode, but we do talk about our favorite three books of 2023 in addition to our usual conversation. Connect with Hannah: website | Twitter | Instagram Recommendati…

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The Life of a Small Publisher w/ Casie Dodd from Belle Point Press 41:24

9M ago41:24

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My guest for Chapter 55 is Casie Dodd. Casie is originally from Tulsa, Oklahoma but now lives in Fort Smith, Arkansas with her husband and two children. Her work has appeared in This Land, Oxford American, Image, Arkansas Review, and other journals. Casie is the founder and publisher of Belle Point Press, a fantastic independent press that has publ…

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Adapting A Christmas Carol - Pages to Pictures w/ Luke Swanson 45:06

9M ago45:06

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I'm joined by author Luke Swanson to talk about our favorite adaptation of Charles Dickens' 1843 classic, A Christmas Carol. Not to give it away, but Kermit may be involved. We talk about the book and the film and look at faithfulness and changes - including all of the music. If you're a fan of the story or the film, you're going to love the conver…

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The Christmas episode with Samuel Jones Christmas Special 1:20:55

9M ago1:20:55

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It's our podcast Christmas episode and Samuel Jones returns this time discussing his Christmas Special - This years song Hey Santa. We have a December / Christmas Dad chat and then chat about our top 3 Christmas films & songs, share our memories of big Christmas gifts, favourite Christmas tipple and the best part of a Christmas dinner. Talking Dad …

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Storytelling Beyond Genre w/ Shark Heart author, Emily Habeck 47:34

9M ago47:34

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Welcome to Chapter 54! My guest is debut novelist, Emily Habeck, author of Shark Heart: A Love Story. Emily has a BFA in Theater from Southern Methodist University’s Meadows School of the Arts as well as master’s degrees from Vanderbilt Divinity School and Vanderbilt’s Peabody College. Since it's release in August, Shark Heart has been named a USA …

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Your Next Great Read - Book Recommendations and Talk with J, Hannah, and Lydia Filiou 56:47

9M ago56:47

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Welcome to Your Next Great Read! We're taking an international spin this month with our special guest, Lydia Filiou, who oversees the Translated Fiction Book Club in Oklahoma City. Translated Fiction meets once a month at a local bookshop in town to discuss a work translated into English. You can find out more about the club, including upcoming boo…

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Andy Ellis - Dad life, Utility Rooms & Acting 55:57

9M ago55:57

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Actor, film maker and Dad Andy Ellis joins me for a Dad chat episode. We chat through the 6 Dad chat questions as Andy talks about dad life, parenting and life as an actor and film maker. The modern day phenomenon that is the utility room also gets a mention well almost because neither of us could remember what they were actually called. Talking Da…

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Sharing OKC with the World - Author Rob Roensch 35:19

10M ago35:19

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Welcome to Chapter 53 of the Okie Bookcast! My guest is Rob Roensch, Rob is an award-winning author of short fiction and author of three books, including his latest, In the Morning, the City is the Prairie. In addition to his writing, Rob teaches at Oklahoma City University. In our conversation, we talk about Rob’s new book, setting books in Oklaho…

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Adapting Murder on the Orient Express (1974) - Pages to Pictures w/ guest, Jamie Ray 47:12

10M ago47:12

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We're talking about the 1974 adaptation of Agatha Christi's Murder on the Orient Express. I'm joined by Jamie Ray, host of Fave Five From Fans, to talk about the book and the film adaptation. What did they get right? What got changed? Which actors nailed the characters and which might have missed (our interpretation of) the mark? If you've never re…

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Tom Davies From The Proper Mental Podcast 50:29

10M ago50:29

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Tom Davies from the proper mental podcast joins me for a dad chat, discussing the 6 dad chat questions. We talk about some of the challenges parents face during school holidays, hobbies such as podcasting and learning to play the drums, Tom talks about his mental health struggles when his first child was born and why he started his own podcast disc…

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Raising Awareness through Fiction - Vanessa Lillie 39:04

10M ago39:04

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Welcome to Chapter 52! My guest is Vanessa LIllie. Vanessa is the best-selling author of the thrillers Little Voices and For the Best. She also co-authored the instant bestselling Audible Original Young Rich Widows. Her latest novel, titled Blood Sisters, released October 31st, and is the first in a new series with missing and murdered indigenous w…

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#93 Bemästra Finland på Svenska - Mastering Finland in Swedish 39:23

10M ago39:23

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In Episode 93 of "Bemästra Finland på svenska," Veronica Hetrzberg, a Swedish-speaking Finn, shares her journey of growing up in Finland, learning Finnish and English, and helping others integrate into Finnish society. The podcast discusses Finland's unique culture and emphasises the importance of networking for job opportunities. Veronica provides…

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Your Next Great Read - Book Recommendation and Talk with J, Hannah, and author S.A. Barnes (Stacey Kade) 1:07:45

10M ago1:07:45

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It's a deluxe edition of Your Next Great Read! Our guest is S.A.Barnes (Stacey Kade), author of Dead Silence - one of J and Hannah's favorite reads of the last couple of years. In addition to our dozen recommendations, we talk about including the COVID-19 pandemic in fiction and the progression of fan fiction authors in publishing. We also talk abo…

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The Blog Oklahoma Halloween Special (An Encore Presentation) 1:02:44

10M ago1:02:44

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Spooky season is here! That time of year when the Blog Oklahoma Halloween Special makes its ghostly appearance once more. This special musical episode presents highlights from episodes Blog Oklahoma Podcast 83: Special Halloween Music Spooktacular and Blog Oklahoma Podcast 45: The Halloween Special. I really enjoy listening to this encore presentat…

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Killers of the Flower Moon - Adapting Book to Film 57:35

10M ago57:35

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Something a little different for this episode. I'm joined by Garret Castleberry and Scott McMurry from the Special Topics in Media podcast to talk about the film version of Killers of the Flower Moon and how it works as an adaptation of David Grann's book. We talk a lot about different elements and how they compare between the two versions and ulti…

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