A Conversation with Lee Allan Smith
Livestream – 11:55am 10-25-2022 Oklahoma native Lee Allan Smith graduated from the University of Oklahoma and began his career in radio and television production as a salesman when he joined Gaylord Broadcasting Company’s WKY Radio/TV. He eventually became president and general manager of KTVY (formerly WKY and currently KFOR) television. Smith produced the Stars and […]
Archbishop Paul S. Coakley – Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine Dedication
Livestream 10-18-2022 Most Reverend Paul S. Coakley, S.T.L., D.D. Archbishop Paul S. Coakley was born to John and Mary Coakley in Norfolk, VA in 1955 and lived there with his father, mother and older brother, John, until he was two years old. The family relocated to Metairie, LA where his sister, Mary Christina was […]
Bill Hancock, Executive Director – College Football Playoff
Livestream 11:55am 10-11-22 Bill Hancock has achieved a unique trifecta at the highest echelon of intercollegiate athletics. He was the first full-time director of the NCAA Final Four, the first executive director of the Bowl Championship Series (BCS) and the first executive director of the College Football Playoff (CFP). Using experiences gained during his remarkable […]
Heath Hayes, Okla. Dept. Mental Health & Substance Abuse Services – National 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Livestream 11:55am 10-4-2022 Chief Communications Officer Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services National 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline Heath Holt Hayes resides in Oklahoma City and serves as the Chief Communications Officer for the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. Heath’s responsibilities are focused on leading a cross-functional […]
Michael Cage & Chris Fisher – OKC Thunder Broadcasting Team
LiveStream 11:55am 9-27-2022 Michael Cage joined the Thunder broadcasting team in 2014 as its television analyst for all Bally Sports Oklahoma broadcasts. Cage played 15 seasons from 1984-2000 as a power forward in the NBA with the Los Angeles Clippers, Seattle Supersonics, Cleveland Cavaliers, Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets. He led the NBA in […]
Access Oklahoma – Tim Gatz Secretary of Transportation
LiveStream – 11:55am 9-20-2022 In early 2019, Tim Gatz was appointed Secretary of Transportation by Gov. Kevin Stitt and the Oklahoma Transportation Commission named him Oklahoma Department of Transportation Executive Director, effective April 1, 2019. Prior to that appointment, Gatz was named the Executive Director of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority in 2016 and previously served […]
Jim Priest, CEO – Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma
Livestream 11:55am 9-13-2022 Jim Priest is a recovering attorney, author, speaker, executive coach, and “people developer.” He currently serves as Chief Executive Officer of Goodwill Industries of Central Oklahoma and brings a long-standing commitment to helping vulnerable and disadvantaged people. A trial lawyer for over 34 years, Jim previously served as Executive Director for […]
Past, Present & Future of OKC: Mayors David Holt, Ron Norick, Andy Coats, Mick Cornett
Livestream 11:55am 9-6-2022 Past, Present & Future of OKC: Mayors David Holt, Ron Norick, Andy Coats, Mick Cornett Dates in office: April 12, 1983 – April 14, 1987 Andrew Coats, an Oklahoma City native, served as an officer in the U.S. Navy upon completion of his undergraduate degree from the University of Oklahoma. His duties […]
Kirk Slaughter, President and CEO – Oklahoma State Fair, Inc. and OKC Fairgrounds
Livestream – available at 11:55am 8-30-2022 Kirk Slaughter, President and CEO – Oklahoma State Fair, Inc. and OKC Fairgrounds Kirk Slaughter’s background includes working with the Oklahoma State Fair, equestrian/ag venues, fairgrounds, arenas, convention centers, sports authorities, destination marketing organizations and hotels. He has extensive experience in leading, operating, marketing, master planning, developing, financing, and […]
Bedlam 2022
Livestream 11:55am 8-23-22 Moderator: Berry Tramel Berry Tramel, a lifelong Oklahoman, sports fan and newspaper reader, joined The Oklahoman in 1991 and has served as beat writer, assistant sports editor, sports editor and columnist. OU – Toby Rowland Toby Rowland is set to begin his 11th season as the “Voice of the Sooners.” […]
Jennifer Goodrich – Pivot
Livestream 11:55am 8-16-2022 With nearly 30 years of professional experience, Jennifer Goodrich has served in multiple capacities in the mental health and substance abuse field. She has a Bachelor of Arts in psychology from Central State University and a Master of Education in Community Counseling from the University of Central Oklahoma. She is a Licensed […]
Greg Slavonic – “Your U.S. Navy and China’s Threat”
Livestream 11:55am 8-9-2022 Gregory J. Slavonic was the former Under Secretary of the Navy, Acting. He previously served as the 18th Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and Reserve Affairs. Secretary Slavonic serves as the deputy and principal assistant to the Secretary of the Navy, as well as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Management […]