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A Very OK Podcast

Oklahoma Historical Society Executive Director Trait Thompson and former Executive Director Dr. Bob Blackburn explore the interesting stories and fascinating personalities that make up Oklahoma’s uniq... Read more

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Pawnee Bill and May Lillie’s Wild West

Pawnee Bill and May Lillie’s Wild West

In the late 19th century, traveling Wild West shows became a popular form of entertainment. One of the largest and most ... Read more

21 Jun 2022

1hr 15mins

Ranked #2

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Killing of Umpire Forbidden

Killing of Umpire Forbidden

The game of baseball has a rich history in Oklahoma. From the first organized game in 1882 in Indian Territory to town l... Read more

17 May 2022

46mins

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Lawlessness and Law Enforcement in the 1920s and ‘30s

Lawlessness and Law Enforcement in the 1920s and ‘30s

The advent of the automobile gave lawbreakers the ability to commit crimes and evade local law enforcement. During the 1... Read more

19 Apr 2022

1hr 8mins

Ranked #4

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At War With Corruption

At War With Corruption

From the mid-1960s through the early 1980s, several major corruption scandals rocked the halls of government in Oklahoma... Read more

15 Mar 2022

1hr 12mins

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Live Episode: Oklahoma’s All-Black Towns

Live Episode: Oklahoma’s All-Black Towns

Oklahoma had more than 50 All-Black towns at one time, more than any other state. A special panel of guests discusses th... Read more

15 Feb 2022

1hr 16mins

Ranked #6

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Battle of the Washita

Battle of the Washita

After the Civil War, increased westward migration resulted in escalating violent conflict between the Plains Indian trib... Read more

18 Jan 2022

1hr 6mins

Ranked #7

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Oklahoma During World War II

Oklahoma During World War II

December 7, 2021, marked the 80th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Trait Thompson and Dr. Bob Blackburn discus... Read more

15 Dec 2021

1hr 9mins

Ranked #8

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Oklahoma in the 1950s

Oklahoma in the 1950s

The post-World War II, 1950s in Oklahoma was a coming-of-age era for a state that would celebrate its 50th birthday in 1... Read more

17 Nov 2021

1hr 16mins

Ranked #9

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The Battle of Honey Springs

The Battle of Honey Springs

The Battle of Honey Springs was the largest and most important Civil War battle in Indian Territory. The battle returned... Read more

20 Oct 2021

56mins

Ranked #10

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A Very OK Podcast + BrainBox LIVE Crossover Event

A Very OK Podcast + BrainBox LIVE Crossover Event

OHS Executive Director Trait Thompson and Dr. Bob Blackburn of the OHS’s A Very OK Podcast and Dr. Sunu Kodumthara of OH... Read more

24 Sep 2021

1hr 2mins

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