AudaCity: the VeloCityOKC show
26 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 10 ratingsThe AudaCity: VeloCity OKC podcast aims to get you the inside scoop on what's going on in Oklahoma City. Whether it's food, beer, bikes, city policy, MAPS, events, new developments, neighborhoods, legislative issues and more, we'll cover it here. Join us in our quest to help make OKC great!
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Episodes
Episode 26 – Interview with Roy Williams, wrapping up season 1, season 2 preview
August 08, 2022 23:19 - 38 minutes - 27.1 MBWe have an extended discussion with Chamber President and CEO Roy Williams about his life and career, the most important events, campaigns and recruitment wins that have happened for OKC over his tenure and what we need to do to keep things moving forward. We also wrap up season 1 of the AudaCity OKC podcast and give a little info on what’s coming soon as season 2 begins. Want video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Want audio and...
Episode 25 – Paseo history, Paseo Arts Festival, RIVERSPORT, chocolate, more
March 11, 2022 22:46 - 23 minutes - 19.1 MBWe’re at the Paseo Arts and Creativity Center speaking with Executive Director Amanda Bleakley and Paseo Pottery’s Collin Rosebrook about the Paseo District, the Paseo Arts Festival coming up Memorial Day weekend, RIVERSPORT’s Spring Break opening, Allied Arts’ temporary interactive art installations in Scissortail Park, Chocolate Decadence in Automobile Alley, OKC’s professional development conference Elevate and more. Want video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/...
Episode 24 – Live at Lively Beer Works, local art, events, restaurant recovery, MAPS 4, more
October 26, 2021 22:30 - 37 minutes - 30.3 MBWe’re live at Chamber member Lively Beer Works to hear about the brewery, the art show they are hosting with Rally (“The Lively Show”), what’s great about operating in OKC and more with Lively’s Alena Chesney and Rally’s Marissa Raglin. We also talk local events, the MAPS 4 implementation plan, trail updates, new nonstop flights, restaurant recovery rankings and more. Want video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Want show archives...
Episode 23 – Interview w/ Conv. Center GM Al Rojas, OKBio Brewfest and more
October 19, 2021 20:07 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg We’re at the beautiful OKC Convention Center to hear from General Manager Al Rojas about why he chose to come to OKC, what’s special about our convention offerings, and how we’ve created a unique experience for locals and visitors alike. We also talk OKC Marathon, OKBio’s Brewfest Oct. 21, preview our next episode from Lively Beer Works and more. Want show archives? http://www.velocityo...
Episode 22 – #ShopSmallForOKC, Heartland Flyer, River Cruises, hard seltzer mania, more
July 19, 2021 17:07 - 23 minutes - 16.9 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg We encourage everyone to Stand Tall, Shop Small for OKC and talk about the Chamber’s summer “support local” campaign (#ShopSmallForOKC). We also talk more local hard seltzer, new Oklahoma River Cruise landings at the Stockyards and the First Americans Museum, traveling on the Heartland Flyer and more. Want audio and/or show archives? http://www.velocityokc.com/audacity Links, Chamber ...
Episode 21 – Tasting the SONIC/COOP hard seltzers, The Nova development, Sherlock in OKC, scooters, more
May 26, 2021 22:25 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBWe taste test the SONIC/COOP collaborative hard seltzer product and suggest some of our favorite SONIC menu items with which to pair each flavor. We also talk about The Nova development announcement, the Sherlock Holmes exhibit at Science Museum Oklahoma, experiences we’ve had as OKC opens up, an announcement on in-person Chamber events and more. Want video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Want audio and/or show archives? http://...
Episode 20 – Bowling, markets in Scissortail Park, things to do in OKC as the summer approaches, Dodgers/Energy live, pickleball, InternOKC, more
April 23, 2021 17:20 - 20 minutes - 19.5 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg We talk bowling (for some reason), Scissortail Park’s market options, as well as how things are re-opening and what we’re looking forward to doing in OKC this summer including Dodgers and Energy games. We also discuss how to get involved with the sport that’s sweeping the metro – pickleball – in addition to downtown treats, InternOKC, the Chamber’s young professional development program, ...
Episode 19 – The Modern Frontier + Beer, First Americans Museum, Dodgers/Energy live, elections April 6, RIVERSPORT, more
March 30, 2021 21:40 - 13 minutes - 12.7 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg VisitOKC VP of Destination Marketing Lindsay Vidrine joins us to tell us about The Modern Frontier campaign and the new branded beer and future plans. We also talk about the First Americans Museum’s upcoming fall opening, the OKC Dodgers’ and Energy FC’s in-person plans and schedules, election info for April 6, and RIVERSPORT’s opening plans. Want audio and/or show archives? http://www....
Episode 18 – COOP/Sonic hard seltzer collab, deliverable cookies, Lyric Theatre in the great outdoors, elections, coworking, more
March 11, 2021 17:57 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg We’re back in our outdoor home base at Kerr Park, talking cool collabs between Chamber members like the upcoming release of COOP Ale Works’ Sonic-slush branded-and-inspired hard seltzers. We also discuss Tiff’s Treats cookie delivery in Bricktown, Lyric Theatre’s outdoorsy plans for its 2021 schedule, networking in a pandemic, coworking options, upcoming local elections and more. Want a...
Episode 17 – Shopping and eating locally for the holidays, interview w/ Steve Keenan @ Omni OKC Hotel, VeloCityOKC stories to check out
December 17, 2020 20:29 - 14 minutes - 14 MBWe are immersed in the sounds of Omni Hotel construction as we visit Scissortail Park before heading across Robinson to the hotel, which opens January 26, for an interview with Omni Oklahoma City General Manager Steve Keenan. Steve tells us about specials and options for residents to take advantage of, as well as some of the special designs and plans for the hotel that will be sure to please. We also talk shopping and eating locally for the holidays and some VeloCityOKC stories you should ch...
Episode 16 – Arts in OKC, Factory Obscura, Oktoberfests in OKC, OKC outdoor/retail update, interview w/ Eddie Walker @ Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center
October 20, 2020 16:39 - 27 minutes - 19.5 MBWe hit the road to give a shout out to Factory Obscura before heading to Oklahoma Contemporary Arts Center and an interview with Executive Director Eddie Walker, delving into all things OK Contemp and their fantastic new facility. We also talk Oktoberfest options in OKC, a quick retail update, outdoor shopping options and more. Want video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Want audio and/or show archives? http://www.velocityokc.com...
Episode 15 – Convention Center construction update/tour, Cox Center conversion/film production, OKC marathon update, Surfin’ OKC, Okla. road trip options, Elevate, more
September 30, 2020 21:34 - 27 minutes - 19.6 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Once again coming to you safely outdoors from Kerr Park, we discuss MAPS 3 Convention Center construction, Omni Hotel construction, Scissortail Park’s first birthday, what may happen to the Cox Center / growing film & TV production in OKC, how the OKC Memorial Marathon will work in the upcoming days, the new Surf OKC facility, day/road trip options around OK, Elevate professional developm...
Episode 14 – Mask Up OKC, supporting local businesses, back to school plans, good news updates, Welcome Guide, the '90s & more
August 05, 2020 22:39 - 39 minutes - 27.7 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg We’re back in person (albeit outside and safely distanced from one another)! We talk being back in the office, how much is too much when it comes to mask coordination, our Mask Up OKC campaign, supporting local businesses and some good experiences we’ve had at local shops lately, our educational environment and what districts are doing (and how to hear more from district leaders via Chamb...
Episode 13 - Emerging from lockdown; Stand Tall, Shop Small for OKC campaign; #OKCBizBoost web series; virtual event plans; more
June 02, 2020 16:32 - 40 minutes - 28.2 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Congrats all, unprecedented times have now become somewhat precedented! Now that the great indoor quarantine of 2020 *seems* to be coming to an end in favor of more of an outdoor experience of freedom, we wax nostalgic on our #WFH experience, OKC attractions that have reopened like the whitewater center, National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum and more, discuss putting a moratorium on...
Episode 12 – Social distancing edition 2: WFH tips, downtown construction/development updates, supporting local biz, businesses helping to fight the pandemic, more
April 17, 2020 18:55 - 31 minutes - 22.2 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Our second socially distant episode has more WFH tips for comfort, virtual events and teleconferencing skill development, downtown construction updates, ideas to proactively support local businesses, some of the creative ways businesses and non-profits are supporting efforts to fight the COVID-19 pandemic and more. Want audio and/or show archives? http://www.velocityokc.com/audacity L...
Episode 11 – Social distancing edition: COVID-19 resources, ways to support local businesses, video meeting tips, employment opps, more
March 31, 2020 00:27 - 38 minutes - 27.1 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Like many of you, we’re meeting via videoconferencing and talking COVID-19 resources, how to support local businesses, employment opportunities and how to find them, ways to deal with the monotony of your four walls, keeping up your fitness routine whilst the gyms are closed, conference call tips, tricks ‘n hijinks, and more. Want audio and/or show archives? http://www.velocityokc.com/a...
Episode 10 - From COOP Ale Works, Q&A w/ Daniel Mercer, springtime favorites, museum exhibitions, Wheeler, Embassy Suites NW, more
February 28, 2020 15:16 - 44 minutes - 30.6 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg For this episode, we’re live at Chamber member COOP Ale Works with a great interview with Co-Founder Daniel Mercer on the origins of the business and brand, how things have changed in the craft beer world in OK, and what’s coming in terms of new offerings and their ambitious new facility and buildout in the 23rd Street Armory project. We talk about some of the exhibitions at the National ...
Episode 9 – Resolution updates, Little Market Paseo, leg. session, econ development, interview w/ Mike Knopp of OKC RIVERSPORT, more
February 06, 2020 19:45 - 31 minutes - 23.4 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg We discuss our successes and failures regarding our “trying new restaurants and bars in OKC” New Year’s resolutions and what we’ve found so far. We talk about Chamber member 84 Hospitality’s new Little Market and Burger Punk concepts and other Paseo-area spots, preview the 2020 legislative session, and talk regional economic development. We also have a great interview with Mike Knopp, whe...
Episode 8 – MAPS 4 passes, join the OKC Social Squad, Downtown in December, holiday shopping and what’s coming to OKC retail, more
December 18, 2019 18:41 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg After breathing a sigh of relief and relaying our excitement about MAPS 4 passing, we thank a new podcast sponsor, tell you about the OKC Social Squad (a great way to win prizes while promoting OKC via your social networks), some of our local holiday favorites, Downtown in December, OSU-OKC Farmer’s Market moving to Scissortail Park in the Spring and other things we’re looking forward to ...
Episode 7 – Interview w/ Mayor Holt on MAPS 4 / “Love Your OKC,” Brewfest, Bar Ciccetti opens, Thunder tip off, more
October 28, 2019 16:51 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg We speak with OKC Mayor David Holt about the MAPS 4 projects and their potential impact on our city. We also discuss the OK Bio Association’s upcoming Brewfest event, Bar Ciccetti and their happy hour/late night menu, OkiMoto motorcycle DIY club, the upcoming Thunder season and more. Want audio and/or show archives? http://www.velocityokc.com/audacity Links, Chamber members and resour...
Episode 6 – Scissortail Park opens, MAPS 3 Convention Center/Omni construction, Oklahoma state meal, Leadership Summit, Elevate professional development
October 15, 2019 18:36 - 18 minutes - 13 MBEpisode 6 covers the opening of Scissortail Park and some of the festivities including concerts and a farmer’s market, the renovation of Social Capital, gives some construction updates on the MAPS 3 Convention Center and the Omni Hotel. We also discuss how awesome the official Oklahoma State Meal is and hear about the recent Leadership Summit as well as the upcoming Elevate professional development conference (including a promo code for a $50 discount!). Want video? Subscribe to our YouTub...
Episode 5 – MAPS 4 “Love Your OKC” campaign kickoff, Parlor OKC opens, Hurricane Harbor, State Fair food and more, MAPS 4 projects rundown
September 17, 2019 20:49 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Episode 5 kicks off from the “Love Your OKC” MAPS 4 campaign launch! We also tell you about our experience at Parlor OKC’s opening, Eote’s new coffee shop also in Central Exchange, White Water Bay’s transition to Six Flags Hurricane Harbor and the new Wahoo Racer attraction, discuss State Fair food and other items of interest, and give a quick rundown of the MAPS 4 projects and election i...
Episode 4 – The Collective / Plant / Midtown Dining, Parlor OKC, Elevate, Innovation District, Sasquatch Shaved Ice, Tinker AFB/int. w/ Col. Filcek
August 20, 2019 20:40 - 30 minutes - 21.8 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Episode 4 brings discussion of The Collective, the new food hall in Midtown, as well as Plant the upcoming Parlor OKC. We also tell you a bit about the new Elevate professional development conference, give you an Innovation District update, discuss Paddlesports Retailer convention and the visitor economy, the new OKC Welcome Guide, and Sasquatch Shaved Ice. We end with some discussion of ...
Episode 3 - Sonic Mocktails, Goodbye Russ 😞, Intercity Visits, Gun Izakaya, Floating Films, Yale Theater reno, A Better Life OKC relaunch, Tower Theatre Projector Club, events and interview w/ Chad Whitehead
July 31, 2019 18:05 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Episode 3 delves into a lot of things going on around OKC: Cookies and other sweets, a taste test of the new Sonic Mocktail Slushes (including the Reaper Spicy Margarita), and a moment of commiseration over the departure of OKC’s favorite adopted son, Russell Westbrook. We also discuss Riversport's Saturday Floating Films series, 84 Hospitality’s new Japanese yakitori concept Gun in the P...
Episode 2 - Spokies Dash, get involved in river sports, MAPS 4, legislative session recap, Scissortail Park and more
July 09, 2019 23:15 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg Today we discuss the new dockless Spokies Dash bikes, the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum's Saloon Series, how to get involved in rowing, what's on the horizon for MAPS 4 and more. We also welcome Government Relations Manager Derek Sparks for a recap of the 2019 Oklahoma legislative session and talk about the Kings of Leon free concert announcement to open Scissortail Park in ...
Episode 1 - Intro to AudaCity, streetcars, beer, brunch and Steve Mason
July 05, 2019 19:41 - 20 minutes - 19.7 MBWant video? Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeXBg5_c4VxGGR_kxMHb2wg In our first episode, we talk about some of our work: some new favorites in OKC we've recently found (apple fritters, deviled eggs and more); our VeloCity interview with developer Steve Mason; using the OKC Streetcar for brewery, caffeine and brunch crawls; an interview with Derek Duty of Anthem Brewing and more. Links and resources mentioned in this episode: Kitchen 324 (apple fritte...