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Amplified Oklahoma shares voices from the OSU Library's oral history collections and examines a variety of topics related to Oklahoma history and culture. It is a production of the Oklahoma Oral History Research Program at the Oklahoma State University Library.
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- 4 weeks ago12 min
Episode 104: Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at OSU
The Osher Life Long Learning Institute, or OLLI, was created by Bernard Osher in 2001. Its goal is to provide non-graded classes to adults over the age of fifty. It promotes curiosity, adventurousness, and lifelong learning in adults who may have already passed the point for university or other forms of education. OLLI allows people to learn throughout their entire life. Here at Oklahoma State University, our OLLI chapter officially began in 2007, and has been helping to fulfill people's lives ever since. This month, we're exploring the history of OLLI at OSU, listening to former directors, employees, and others who played pivotal roles in growing the institute at Oklahoma State University, as well as learning how and why OLLI has become such an important program on and off campus. Interviews featured in this episode include: Oral history interview with George Arquitt Oral history interview with Barbara Mintmire Oral history interview with RuthAnn Sirbaugh Music credits This Is Walk (Every Moment) by AlexGrohl https://pixabay.com/music/pop-this-is-walk-every-moment-400882/ Folk Upbeat Happy by AlexGuz https://pixabay.com/music/happy-childrens-tunes-folk-upbeat-happy-203450/ Acoustic Upbeat by OctoSound https://pixabay.com/music/happy-childrens-tunes-acoustic-upbeat-301015/
- Sep 3, 202618 min
Episode 103: Oklahoma Undercover
Oklahoma is known for many things, such as agriculture, dust storms, and especially Oklahoma State University. There are a number of high-profile Oklahomans, ranging from actors to politicians, many of whom graduated from OSU. But beyond the surface, there is another side to our history, one shaped by spies, undercover work, and espionage. On today's episode, we will be exploring this hidden world of undercover work by hearing the stories of two Oklahomans who have participated in it as spies and intelligence agents. In addition to the captivating stories these former federal agents tell, we will be listening to one of them share her experience as she pioneered the way for the undercover women of today, balancing her work as a spy with her life as a mother. Interviews featured in this episode include: Oral history interview with Henry G. Bennett, III Oral history interview with Meredith Woodruff Music credits Retro Surf Rock by Tunetank https://pixabay.com/music/hard-rock-retro-surf-rock-348237/ 60s Special Agent - Crime Movie Soundtrack by JuliusH https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-60s-special-agent-crime-movie-soundtrack-3352/ Secret Service (Inspired by 007) by Luis_Humanoide https://pixabay.com/music/crime-scene-secret-service-inspired-by-007-293527/
- Sep 2, 202616 min
Episode 102: Advice from the inductees of the Oklahoma Women's Hall of Fame
"To honor Oklahoma women who are pioneers in their field or in a project that benefits Oklahoma; who have made a significant contribution to the State of Oklahoma; who serve or have served as role models to other Oklahoma women; who may be "unsung heroes," but have made a difference in the lives of Oklahomans or Americans because of their actions; who have championed other women, women's issues, or served as public policy advocates for the issues important to women; and who exemplify the Oklahoma spirit." This is the purpose of the Oklahoma Women's Hall of Fame, established in 1982 by Governor George Nigh. Since then, 141 Oklahoma women have been inducted for their contributions, including one of our former OSU Presidents, Dr. Kayse Shrum. This month, we'll be listening to advice from a wide variety of inductees of the Oklahoma Hall of Fame. Whether giving advice to fellow women or fellow Oklahomans, these ladies have countless words of wisdom that are applicable to people in all different walks of life. Interviews featured in this episode include: Oral history interview with Della Warrior Oral history interview with Bernice Mitchell Oral history interview with Ginny Creveling Oral history interview with Donna Shirley Oral history interview with Kay Goebel Oral history interview with Terry Neese Oral history interview with Donna Nigh Music credits International Woman's Day by HitsLab https://pixabay.com/music/modern-classical-international-womanx27s-day-306450/ Acoustic Spring Mothers Day Music by ikoliks https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-acoustic-spring-mothers-day-music-528659/ International Women's Day by Tatamusic https://pixabay.com/music/modern-classical-international-womenx27s-day-486649/
- Jul 14, 202617 min
Episode 101: Pranks
College pranks, traditions, and wild experiences in general are often formative for undergrads attending university. Here at Oklahoma State, that is no different. However, while some see these experiences as fun and light hearted, others may see them as dangerous, wrong, and outright illegal. From stories about giving roommates way too much mail to being a firsthand witness of streaking nights on the strip, and even retellings of an infamous panty raid, this month we will be exploring pranks and traditions from an OSU perspective. Beyond enjoying the fun of the seemingly universal prank experience for college students, we will be examining how some college experiences blur the line between harmless fun and real harm, with different perspectives representing that tension. Interviews featured in this episode include: Oral history interview with Ken Mitchell Oral history interview with Bill Dragoo Oral history interview with Bill Kosanke Oral history interview with Mary Jane Stanford Oral history interview with Joni Bomar Music credits Comedy Cartoon Funny Background Music by STAROSTIN https://pixabay.com/music/comedy-comedy-cartoon-funny-background-music-492540/ Sneaky Curious Jazzy by Sonican https://pixabay.com/music/traditional-jazz-sneaky-curious-jazzy-506460/ Comedy Circus by TOP_SUE https://pixabay.com/music/happy-childrens-tunes-comedy-circus-482529/
- Mar 26, 202618 min
Episode 100: Outlaws
This month, we're exploring interviewees' memories of these Oklahoma Outlaws and the intersection of truth and fable in conflicting narratives. View the show notes here. Dark Western by Roybushband https://pixabay.com/music/modern-country-dark-western-149423/ Western Theme by brolefilmer https://pixabay.com/music/main-title-western-theme-by-brolefilmer-123625/ Outlaw Country 2 by Caffeine_Creek_Band https://pixabay.com/music/modern-country-outlaw-country-2-132052/
- Dec 9, 202513 min
Episode 99: 'Tis the Season
In this episode, we'll hear from Santas across Oklahoma as they discuss the motivation and responsibility of portraying the man in red. View the show notes here.
- Apr 18, 202520 min
Episode 98: Art as Activism in North Tulsa
Today, we're highlighting artists from the Art as Activism in North Tulsa collection and the way their work challenges us to think deeper about history and the very land we stand on. View the show notes here. Abstract Fashion by QubeSounds https://pixabay.com/music/beats-abstract-fashion-pop-rails-131283/ Lazy Day – Stylish Futuristic Chill by penguin music https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lazy-day-stylish-futuristic-chill-239287/ Inspiring Deep Abstract by Cold_Fire https://pixabay.com/music/build-up-scenes-inspiring-deep-abstract-248632/ Lofi Background Music by DELOSound https://pixabay.com/music/beats-lofi-background-music-309034/
- Feb 26, 202523 min
Episode 97: The Original Hideaway
In this episode, we'll look at the student-run roots of the infamous Hideaway and how it quickly became a Stillwater staple. View the show notes here. Fashion Disco Jazz Lounge by az_studio https://pixabay.com/de/music/weiches-haus-fashion-disco-jazz-lounge-full-2-min-20-sec-237600/ Smooth House by WaveMaster https://pixabay.com/music/soft-house-smooth-house-161993/ Inspirational Acoustic - Organic Harmony by Sonican https://pixabay.com/music/build-up-scenes-inspirational-acoustic-organic-harmony-200986/ Flowing Riches Soft by Universe_Bella https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-flowing-riches-soft-219185/
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