Voices of OKC is a podcast born in the heart of Oklahoma City, recorded inside the brand-new studio at City Center, a space created to amplify the voices and stories shaping our community. Hosted by Jed Chappell, whose own journey of redemption and transformation fuels his passion for service, Voices of OKC shines a light on the people and stories that bring hope, healing, and change to our city. From community leaders to everyday heroes, each episode is an authentic conversation about resil ...
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Adversity Is the Advantage: The Psychology Behind Resilience | Dr. Wayne Chappelle
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35:37What you will hear in this episode: In this episode of Voices of OKC, Jed sits down with Dr. Wayne Chappelle, a licensed clinical and sports psychologist whose work spans elite military units, professional athletics, and high-performance leaders across the country. Dr. Chappelle currently serves as a Sports Psychologist for the OKC Thunder and prev…
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After the Badge: Healing and Hope Beyond Trauma
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30:24What You Will Hear in This Episode • The launch of Voices of OKC and why spotlighting local difference makers matters. • Jeff Morfield's upbringing as a military brat, moving constantly, and attending six different schools. • Living overseas during the Cold War, growing up in Germany, and witnessing life behind the Iron Curtain. • A terrifying enco…
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From the Band to the Bridge: Marcus Jackson’s Eastside Journey
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1:09:56Marcus Jackson recounts his path from a music-loving kid in Northeast Oklahoma City to co-founding the Bridge Impact Center (Urban Bridge), a holistic youth center. He explains how mentors, music education, and community support shaped his vision. The episode highlights the Bridge’s practical approach—incentives like Bridge Bucks, hands-on stations…
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Game Changer: Kelli Masters' Story of Influence and Impact
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Christmas at City Center - 12 Days with Spinozi
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28:02Ron "Spinozi" Benton: From a 250 Dollar Bet to a Christmas Movement In this inspiring and wildly entertaining episode of Voices of OKC, Jed sits down with Ron "Spinozi" Benton, beloved radio host from The Morning Animals on The Sports Animal, and the unexpected heart behind one of Oklahoma City's most powerful holiday traditions, 12 Days with Spino…
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From Poverty to Prosperity: The Evans Brothers Story
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36:36Jack and Jay Evans: Twin Brothers, Builders, Developers, and Breakers of Generational Cycles In this inspiring episode of Voices of OKC, Jed sits down with Jack and Jay Evans, identical twins, successful Oklahoma developers and homebuilders, and longtime supporters of City Center. Their story is one of resilience, family, hard work, and breaking ge…
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Success Has a Process - And It Starts with Failure - Toby Brown
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36:05Toby Brown: Entrepreneur, Investor, and Purpose-Driven Leader In this empowering episode of Voices of OKC, Jed sits down with Toby Brown, Founder and CEO of The Brown Group, whose portfolio spans real estate, fitness, spirits, automotive, banking, private lending, and more. Toby’s journey is a powerful example of discipline, faith, and transformati…
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Dignity First: Building a Culture of Hope - Julie Chappell
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26:47Julie Chappell: Co-Founder of City Center, Mother of the Center, and Builder of a Culture of Dignity In this powerful opening episode of Voices of OKC, Jed sits down with his wife and City Center co-founder, Julie Chappell. She is the heart, the glue, and the steady voice behind the culture of dignity that defines everything City Center does. Julie…
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