Created in Broken Arrow for the citizens of Broken Arrow. The Vibe Broken Arrow is produced by City employees and continues the commitment to transparency and keeping the community informed about what is happening in the city. Join us for our monthly episodes that feature the following segments: The Big Topic, In the News, Rounding Third with City Manager Michael Spurgeon, and BA Good Neighbor.
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We provide garage door repair, garage door installation, and assorted garage door services in Oklahoma City, Edmond, Norman, Moore, Yukon, Bethany, Piedmont, Nichols Hills, The Village, Midwest City, Del City, Broken Arrow, Mustang, Central Oklahoma, and surrounding areas! Our highly trained and passionate team will happily guide you through the entire garage door process from start to finish. If you’re looking for a new garage door, we’ll take you through our 5-Step Door Replacement Process ...
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Weekly podcast since 2017 that covers interviews and race recaps from athletes and members of the OCR and running communities primarily in the Northeast! Our focus is to shine a spotlight on incredible athletes, motivate ourselves and other, and to share our love for the sport that has changed our lives!
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Western TV Shows will take you back to the early days of TV. Those days with the wild west came alive every Saturday morning.
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393. Luca Pescollderungg on Winning Spartan Ultra World Championship, Being Spartan European Champion, and More!
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We had the winner of Spartan Ultra World Championships on the show, Luca Pescollderungg! We talk about his background in the sport, his thoughts on being one of the best climbers in the sport of OCR, his other races that he focuses on, how the Spartan Ultra World Championships went, how he feels being both a World and a European champion, what is n…
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392. Winning War X, Ranch Life, Becoming a Runner, Mothman, and More with Chennell Berg!
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This week Katelyn talks to Chennell Berg, the first place female finisher at War X. Chennell talks about her life on her cattle ranch, the evolution of her training, becoming a runner and what her experience was like taking first place at War X last weekend (Spoiler: It was her first ever first place finish). She talks about the importance of havin…
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In this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, host Joe welcomes Jeff Gabelsberg from Jolly Goat Garage Doors to discuss the ins and outs of custom garage doors. Jeff, an expert in garage door repair and replacement, delves into the growing trend of personalized garage door solutions. He explains how custom-sized doors can be tailored to fit any un…
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391. Stijn Lagrand on Survival Running, Team Hang-On, Winning All Events at OCR European Championships, and More!
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A few weeks ago Italy hosted the OCR European Championships! While it can be difficult to have European athletes on the show due to frequent difficulties such as time zones and language barriers, the effort is worth it due to the abundance of talent that they have overseas! This time we had the privilege to speak to Dutch athlete Stijn Lagrand! He …
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390. Spartan Citi Field with Elites and Vendors!
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Mike was able to return to Citi Field for coverage of the Spartan Stadium (still refuse to say Stadion), only this time he was able to run it as well which he has been wanting to do over a decade now! Without Katelyn helping, coverage ability was more limited but there is still a pretty good episode put together for you with 16 athletes and 6 vendo…
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Nearly 100 items lined the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on June 17th. Broken Arrow Mayor Debra Wimpee talks about the fireworks ordinance update, the upcoming fiscal year budget, the Odor Control Unit, and the Shops at Aspen Creek.…
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389. Gaylord Gauntlet Live Coverage with Tara Knapp, Dr. Steve Holland, AWDs, and More!
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We all know Mike loves a good small local race so we drove down to the Gaylord Gauntlet to experience and cover it for the first time! This race is 3.3 miles long with mud and over 20 obstacles. We knew that the venue was a hospital but we had no idea the extent to which the event has benefitted members of the adaptive community for the past 10 yea…
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Introducing BA Happening, your new favorite podcast with our Tourism and Economic Development team! Have you ever wondered what attracts new businesses to Broken Arrow? Want to hear the stories behind the places you love to visit? Think of BA Happening as your all-inclusive backstage pass to all things tourism and economic development. Join us as w…
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This month's episode is all about the vibrant New Orleans Square Block Party! Get all the details, including who will perform at this exciting June 27-29 event. Communications Director Aaron McColloch discusses this spectacular event with Vice Mayor Christi Gillespie, Councilor Justin Green, and Water's Edge Winery owner Brian Dean.…
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388. "Not Too Late", New Book By Gwendolyn Bounds!
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In the past we interviewed Des Linden when her book "Choosing to Run" and doing so opened up options for future book related interviews! Gwendolyn Bound's publicist, Brianna Kusilek, reached out to us back in April but it took us a while to find a time to release a potential episode with her. Luckily we made room this week and Katelyn interviewed h…
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There were more than 40 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on June 3, 2024. Here is a recap highlighting some of the actions taken by the governing bodies on Monday night.By City of Broken Arrow
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387. Vivien Tran on Spartan US National Series, MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Team, ASCO Spartacus Dash, and More!
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We had yet another MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Team athlete on the show, Vivien Tran! We have been keeping an eye on her as an athlete ever since she joined their team and we have not been disappointed. Some accomplishments are winning a Savage Race Axe, a Spartan Race, doing well in the Spartan US National Series, and achieving podium placements at …
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Welcome to another episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, where we delve into home improvement tips and tricks. In this episode, host Joe welcomes Jeff Gabelsberg from Jolly Goat Garage Doors to discuss the crucial question: "When should you replace your garage door?" Jeff provides expert advice on various factors that signal it might be time for a…
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386. Hawk Call on Growing Up in OCR, Big Bear National Series Race, Preparing for Broken Arrow, and More!
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When Hawk Call started getting into some big Spartan Races a few years ago it got a lot of us who have been in the sport for a long time pretty excited! This is because many of us remember his father Hobie who is almost always in the conversation of who historically is one of the best men in the sport of OCR. Hawk is his own own athlete though, and…
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City Council Rewind: New fire station, fireworks, Events Park and Broken Arrow City Councilor Lisa Ford talks about the plans for a new fire station in north BA, potential changes to the city's fireworks ordinance, and an update on the public infrastructure improvements coming soon to Events Park as part of the amphitheater project. This is City Co…
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385. Evan Perperis on Toughest Mudder Philadelphia, 100 OCR Podiums, and What is Next!
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Evan Perperis is no stranger to the show due to his frequent appearances at our favorite OCR event to cover every year (World's Toughest Mudder), as well as our interest in his ultra OCR fundraising efforts over the years! We discuss his milestone of achieving 100 OCR podiums, which podiums stood out to him the most over the years, how the recent T…
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384. Sweat Check, MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Team, UltraHouse Tryouts, and More with Noel Medina!
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We have been aware of Noel Medina and his sweat checks for a while now but it was him joining the MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Team that really got our attention! There wasn't good timing to have him on the show before now but when we saw that he was traveling to the Ultra House in Durango, CO to train with Anthony Kunkle we figured it was a great opp…
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Purchase of the Grain Elevator, Roadway improvements in East BA, and widening of 37th between Kenosha and Albany streets were among the 70 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on May 7, 2024.By City of Broken Arrow
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383. 400+ Spartan Races, Pinoy OCR, Buc-ees, and More with Tom Maming!
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We were unsure as to what to do for this week's episode until we saw a post in the Southern Spartans Facebook Group about a guy who had just completed 400 Spartan Races! His name is Tom Maming and I was excited to reach out to have him on the show to hear more about him, his achievement, and what he has planned for the future. We discuss how he fir…
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We had the opportunity to talk with the Broken Arrow Police Department Public Relations Unit about One BA coming up on May 11. ONE BA is a one-day event dedicated to community service, where we unite to undertake meaningful projects throughout the city. The goal is to create lasting, positive change that resonates deeply within our community.🤝…
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Is Regular Maintenance Of My Garage Door Important?
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382. New England OCR Expo! (Part 2: Athletes, Speeches, and Staff)
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Once again, we just had the third New England OCR Expo and it is easily the most involved Mike has been! In 2020 we were just vendors with a table, last year Mike helped with getting athletes to show up and give short talks. This year Mike was on the board, attended biweekly meetings for months, and worked to help get more vendors and sponsors out …
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381. New England OCR Expo! (Part 1: Vendors)
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It's the third New England OCR Expo that has been put on and it is easily the most involved Mike has been! In 2020 we were just vendors with a table, last year Mike helped with getting athletes to show up and give short talks. This year Mike was on the board, attended biweekly meetings for months, and worked to help get more vendors and sponsors ou…
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Community survey results, a new elevated water tower in south BA, and resurfacing 23rd Street were among the 40 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on April 16, 2024.By City of Broken Arrow
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380. Obstacle Wonderland's Boogie Weekend 3 and 6 Hour Multi Lap Live Coverage!
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Mike finally traveled to New York to participate in and cover Obstacle Wonderland's Boogie Wonderland Event! Wanting to both support a small northeast race and get some good mileage in, Mike registered for the 6 hour race. He ran 3 laps, interviewed the 3 hour finisher athletes with some midrace brain fog, ran another lap, interviewed the 6 hour fi…
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379. Deka Mile Live Coverage at Underdog Fitness!
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Back in the day Spartan Stadium races were our favorite to both run and cover as media. We remember seeing a large man in a clown mask doing well at most of the events that we went to. Over more recent years Kevin Gregory/Bubbles the Clowne has grown to be even more of a threat in the hybrid racing scene! Kevin has also become a friend of the show,…
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From the lively Rose District Farmers Market to the vibrant New Orleans Square Block Party, we're diving into the pulse of our community. Plus, hear more about Broken Arrow's new public transportation option.By City of Broken Arrow
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Street Rehabilitation coming to the Rose District, an Update on ScotFest, and Right of Way Beautifications were among the 40 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on April 2, 2024.By City of Broken Arrow
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378. How to Get Fast, Like Crazy AF Fast with Timber and Appa!
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just a totAlly normal ePisode, Really nothIng to see here. compLetely normal! 0:00 – 6:56 – Intro 6:56 – 14:07 – Quick News 14:07 – 14:13 – Content Preface 14:13 - 15:23 - Interview with Timber and Appa 15:23 - End – Outro Next episode is planned to be coverage of the Deka Strong at Underdog Fitness, home of Kevin Gregory aka Bubbles the Clowne (we…
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What Are My Options When Replacing My Garage Doors?
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Join us in this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show where we have a special guest, Jeff Gabelsberg from Jolly Goat Garage Doors. Jeff shares enlightening insights on garage doors, explaining that homeowners have a million options when it comes to choosing a new garage door, far from the minimal choices that were available 20-25 years ago. Discuss…
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Start gathering those hard-to-recycle items because the Trash Bash and Recycling Rally is almost here! Recycling Outreach Coordinator Galea Albano dives into the event and talks more about what to expect on April 20.By City of Broken Arrow
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377. OCR Events Eulogy: Remembering Warrior Dash, Rugged Maniac, Terrain Race, and Bonefrog!
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We haven't done one of these episodes in a while, and we were totally okay with that! With recent changes in the industry (unfortunately most being negative), we wanted to have an episode where we share our thoughts and feelings on some events that are not with us anymore like Warrior Dash and Rugged Maniac or have extremely unclear futures like Te…
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An application for a Community Block Grant was approved, designs for rugby fields at the new Highland Park, and an update on Aspen Ridge in the south part of the city were among the 50 items on the agendas of the Broken Arrow City Council, Municipal Authority, and Economic Development Authority meetings on March 19, 2024.…
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376. Paul Lachance on 200+ Spartan Races at the Age of 82!
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Paul Lachance recently ran his 200th Spartan Race at the age of 82 this caught The OCR Report's attention for a post which then caught our eye for a potential episode. We were excited to reach out to him both for the impressive accomplishment, and because he represents a unique age demographic who take on OCR. Older OCR athletes have always been in…
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375. Alisa Petrova on Hero Race, Winning Tough Mudder Infinity AlUla, Government Games, and More!
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We have been wanting to have Alisa Petrova on the show for a while now with us first reaching out to her back in December 2022 to talk about the Spartan World Championships that year! Her being 9 hours ahead of us made it pretty difficult to plan a good time to record but it was worth recording at 5am our time to finally have her on the show! Alisa…
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Amendment to the City’s agreement with the Metropolitan Tulsa Transit Authority, Sunset at Broken Arrow Amphitheater site plan approved, and the City agreed to sell 15.01 acres of land to Sunset at Broken Arrow, LLC for $577,314.62. Those are just a few of the items from the March 5 meetings. Learn more by watching City Council Rewind.…
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374. Hannah Franciosa on Teaching, Training, Jacksonville Spartan Series Race, and More!
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This week Katelyn sat down with Hannah Franciosa! They talked about Hannah's exerience both as a special education teacher, as well as a substitute teacher. She shares about being coached by Kirk DeWindt and what a typical training week looks like for her. Hannah also discusses her experinces with completing ultras, marathons, rucks, hurricane heat…
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How Many Garage Door Opener Options Do I Have?
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In this episode of the Check A Pro Radio Show, host Joe digs deep into a topical discussion on garage door openers with Jeff Gablesberg from Jolly Goat Garage Doors. They touch on the numerous options of garage door 'operators' available to homeowners, discussing the functionalities, trends, and advanced features modern garage door openers offer. J…
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373. Grey Betties and Roller Derby with Heather Jo Cox!
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Another episode idea from my episode ideas list was to focus on another demographic in the sport that deserves more attention and support and to do this we had Heather Jo Cox from Grey Betties on the show! We discuss how she found the sport, her background with roller derby as well as body building, and all about the Grey Betties which is a team cr…
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Discover the future of public transportation in Broken Arrow! Listen in as we explore the micro-transit pilot program that is expected to launch on March 18.By City of Broken Arrow
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A consultant hired to help with bond project cost estimates, updates to the noise ordinance, and Councilors are headed to Washington, D.C. next month.By City of Broken Arrow
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372. OCR Adaptive Athletes with Andy Reid!
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Something that we have had on our potential future episode list for a long time is an episode on adaptive athletes in the sport of OCR. Once I started looking, it seemed like Andy Reid was the man to have on the show to talk about it. He is the founder of OCR Adaptive Athletes and has created a community on facebook to suport each other and to reac…
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371. Sarah Grippi-Snyder on RV Life, MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Team, and 3GX Mental Performance Training!
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She has been mentioned by a couple athletes during interviews and has recently been added to the MudGear-Hannibal Race Pro Team so we were excited to have Sarah Grippi-Snyder on the show! She is pretty new to the sport but has had a great start in both obstacle course racing as well as hybrid racing. We discuss her life traveling in an RV, how she …
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City Council Rewind: Signal pole painting, animal ordinance, housing study
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More intersections in Broken Arrow have been added to the traffic signal pole painting improvements project. The dog and cat license fee has been removed from city ordinance. Council received the preliminary report of the Housing and Demographic Study.By City of Broken Arrow
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Residents living near the future site of the Sunset in Broken Arrow Amphitheater had an opportunity to learn more about the project and ask questions at a Town Hall meeting on Jan. 9 at Northeastern State University-Broken Arrow.By City of Broken Arrow
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In this episode of the Check A Pro Radio show, host Joe sheds light on concerns tied to many homeowners. It digs into a contractor's need to be fully equipped and prepared for all possible scenarios. Joe invites Jeff Gablesberg from Jolly Goat Garage Doors to share his expert insights on the topic. They start by discussing the qualms Joe and many o…
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370. The Boston Run Show Part 2 with Kelly Roberts, Danny Dreyer, Bad Boy Running, John Kelly, and More!
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We returned to The Boston Run Show expo for the second time! Just like last year, we are splitting all of our interviews into two episodes due to how much audio there is, and how much of a break we deserve for working this hard covering such a large and exciting event! In this part 2 we have every vendor and speaker who we interviewed on Sunday. Th…
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369. The Boston Run Show Part 1 with Russel Hoyt, Pete Kostelnick, Coree Woltering, David Barclay, and More!
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We returned to The Boston Run Show expo for the second time! Just like last year, we are splitting all of our interviews into two episodes due to how much audio there is, and how much of a break we deserve for working this hard covering such a large and exciting event! In part one we have every vendor and speaker who we interviewed on Saturday. The…
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368. Cassandra Gill on Dealing with Failure, Ice Cream, Podium Success in 2023 and More!
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After reading her name at least a dozen times when reviewing podiums during quick news last year, we finally had Cassandra Gill on the show! She is fairly new to the sport but has found some pretty great success in the sport lately which led to her making the top 5 of Jack Bauer's post highlighting the leaderboard of elite Spartan Race podiums acro…
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