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Sports Columnist Bill Haisten talks to Tulsa World Editor Jason Collington about what the vibe is in Stillwater after what Haisten calls a “garbage” season. The Tulsa World Podcast answers the questions Tulsans and Oklahomans are asking.
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There is no mistaking that "Twisters" is an Oklahoma movie, from the places filming took place to the red carpet premiere earlier this week. In this week's episode, Jimmie Tramel and World interns Luisa Clausen and Victor Lopez discuss meeting the cast and watching the movie.
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Director Lee Isaac Chung calls 'Twisters' a 'love letter to Oklahoma'
'Twisters' stars Glen Powell, Daisy Edgar-Jones talk on red carpet at OKC premiere
'Twisters' extras, background actors share their on-set stories
Funnels and fun: Helen Hunt shares memories from her 'Twister' experiences
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The future of the downtown Tulsa OKPOP Museum was dealt another blow this week with the announcements of staff layoffs. So where do we go from here? What about fund raising efforts? When, if ever, will it open? Jimmie and James discuss the museum's future.
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Staff layoffs strike OKPOP museum
OKPOP, levees among Tulsa earmarks from 2024 legislative session
OKPOP road trip nets six collections, including items from Tony Randall and comic creator with 'Star Wars' ties
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Barons on 1st impressed our critic James D. Watts Jr. so much, it earned five stars in all categories: food, service and atmosphere. Watts and Jimmie Tramel discuss why the honor is so rare.
Barons on 1st earns rare five-star review for its exceptional fine dining experience | Review
Five-star sweeps: Restaurants that scored top ratings in all categories
On Route 66, have some Toast for dinner | Restaurant Review
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A free immersive exhibition — “Stan Lee, Beyond the Book” — opened May 1 at the American Heritage Center on the University of Wyoming’s campus in Laramie.
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We ate the $32 hot dog at ONEOK Field... and it was tasty
Batman at 85: Revisiting past interview with acclaimed Batman writer and editor Denny O'Neil
Stan Centennial: Born 100 years ago, Stan Lee and his creations continue to impact popular culture
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The Boomtown Dog is a new addition to the concessions at ONEOK Field, home to the Tulsa Drillers baseball team. It's two-foot long. The frankfurter is one pound and has a pound of chili and a pound of cheese on it, and a ton of fries.
Want to give it a try? Members of our staff did, and lived to tell about it.
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We ate the $32 hot dog at ONEOK Field... and it was tasty
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Scene Writer Jimmie Tramel: Email | Twitter | Follow his stories
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Food for thought from James D. Watts Jr. and Jimmie Tramel on what foodies can expect in the coming months from Tulsa, Jenks and more.
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Chick O’Fish has southern flavor | Review
Eight Tulsa area restaurants scheduled to open in the coming year
New Tulsa restaurant, Barons on 1st, aims to deliver bold flavors and historic design
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Joining Shelton on the bill are Country Music Hall of Famers Vince Gill and Ronnie Dunn, plus Tony Award winner Kristin Chenoweth, ACM/CMA nominee Wade Hayes and the Swon Brothers. Jimmie Tramel explains why he's a big fan of musical events like this one.
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Blake Shelton talks coming home for 'once-in-a-lifetime show' at BOK Center
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The restaurateur helped usher in the revitalization of downtown Tulsa with the opening of McNellie's in 2004, but over the years, his influence has stretched beyond downtown.
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McNellie's in Tulsa marks 20 years of Irish pub culture and downtown revitalization
Photos: McNellie's Group CEO Elliot Nelson through the years
From Tulsa Magazine in 2015: Elliot Nelson: How I Got Here
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The Tulsa World's former music writer joins the podcast to discuss his ambitious and detailed five-part series on the early pioneers of rock 'n' roll in Tulsa and how that led to the creation and evolution of what's called the Tulsa Sound.
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Part I: Local kids change Tulsa from a swing town to a rock 'n' roll town
Part II: Gambling, drinking, guns and bombs: Tulsa's early rock 'n' roll gigs felt like Wild West
Part III: Tulsa musicians in 1950s were colorblind, even if society wasn't
Part IV: The rise of rock 'n' roll in Tulsa: How radio shaped a music revolution
Part V: Exploring the Tulsa sound: Origins, influences and impact | From the Archive
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Contact Tulsa World Editor Jason Collington: Email
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Bill Haisten has a long history with Troy Aikman. This week, the World's sports columnist joins Scene writer Jimmie Tramel to discuss Aikman's Oklahoma beer launch and also share a few stories about the Henryetta native.
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Troy Aikman brings EIGHT beer to Oklahoma: 'It's the cleanest beer on the market'
Bill Haisten: A jarring anniversary – 40 years ago, Troy Aikman signed with OU
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Scene Editor Nicole Marshall Middleton: Email | Twitter
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Contact Tulsa World Editor Jason Collington: Email
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Two life-long Eagles fans discuss what was likely The Eagles’ final performance in Tulsa.
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Eagles defy Father Time to ace goodbye show in Tulsa | Review
Eagles break their own record during tour stop at BOK Center
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World Scene writer Jimmie Tramel and World editor Jason Collington discuss Jimmie's deep-dive story into Footloose, the 1980s classic movie featuring Kevin Bacon. Did you know the movie's theme was inspired by the small Oklahoma town of Elmore City? Jimmie recently went to Elmore City and also spoke to the movie's writer, Dean Pitchford, to discuss the movie.
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'Footloose' at 40: Here's the story of Oklahoma town that inspired iconic movie
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Happy New Year! Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about upcoming Scene content, from the return of Hairspray, to the familiar characters moviegoers can expect at the cinema in 2024.
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From standby to star: Actress takes on lead role in 'Hairspray'
First Friday Arts Crawl and Class Act Comedy Tour highlight events happening this week
Biggest events, concerts, expo shows and more in January
Cain's Ballroom at 100 and more: Here are things to look forward to in 2024
The 10 best new restaurants of 2023
Margaret's German Restaurant closes; Elmer's offers MLK Day special
Stillwater teen makes history by 'beating' Tetris
Tulsa World's 2024 People to Watch
The most memorable stories of the year named by Tulsa World Scene staff
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James Watts provides some details on his list of the 10 best restaurants of 2023, plus Jimmie Tramel previews comedy shows coming to Tulsa in 2024 and other events to look forward to in the new year.
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The 10 best new restaurants of 2023
Restaurants that closed in 2023
Best restaurants for the past 20 years
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Need the perfect gift? One with local ties and perhaps from a pop culture universe? Jimmie Tramel and James Watts help you find last-minute Christmas gifts. Plus, James previews his best restaurant reviews of 2023 and names a few that just missed the cut.
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Hey, last-minute Christmas shoppers: Check out these gift ideas from the pop culture world
Mesmerica 360, Cain's Ballroom shows highlight events for the week
Here are the restaurants open Christmas Day
Palace Cafe, Prairie Fire Pie on Cherry Street to close Saturday
'Beyond van Gogh' at OKPOP closed six weeks early
Reba's chicken-fried steak one of New York Times best dishes
New Olive Garden in Utica Square offers some surprises at family favorite chain | Review
'Bold statement:' Here's why a downtown church is being transformed into a music venue
Top entertainment stories of the year include 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' new music venue coming to Broken Arrow
Tulsans of the Year: Osage people help bring history to the big screen
Tulsans of the Year: TU President Brad Carson welcomes community to campus
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Jimmie Tramel and James Watts preview "The Dome," which will be the area's latest venue for concerts and events. It is scheduled to open in 2024 and is a former downtown church building. They also talk about other upcoming Scene content.
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Top entertainment stories of the year include 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' new music venue coming to Broken Arrow
'Killers of the Flower Moon' secures 12 Critics Choice Award nominations
Holiday shows and Johnny Mathis highlight things to do in Tulsa this week
En Fuego fires up some tasty Baja-style foods | Review
Lowood and other top restaurants offering holiday meal orders
Tulsans of the Year: Osage people help bring history to the big screen
Tulsans of the Year: TU President Brad Carson welcomes community to campus
Oklahoma's Jordan Rainer reaches end of her journey on 'The Voice'
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While production of the Paramount+ series “Tulsa King” starring Sylvester Stallone began in 2022, the series finale aired earlier this year. 2023 also marked a return home for Reba McEntire with new Atoka restaurant "Reba’s Place."
Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about this and other upcoming Scene content.
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Reba McEntire comes home for grand opening for Reba's Place: 'I just wish Mama and Daddy were here to see it"
Throwback Tulsa: 'Tulsa King' production brings Sylvester Stallone to town
Holiday arts: 'Christmas Carol,' 'Nutcracker' top list of holiday performances
Christmas concerts and Shepherd's Cross Christmas highlight things to do in Tulsa this week
Oklahoma music artist Jordan Rainer secures spot in 'The Voice' semifinals
'Killers of the Flower Moon' released for video-on-demand and digital purchase
Retired NYPD detective relocates to Tulsa, launches true crime podcast
'Reservation Dogs,' 'Barry' secure Critics Choice Award nominations
Find holiday-themed music events, Christmas concerts
Noche brings Old World authenticity to variety of Mexican dishes | Review
Toast and McKinney's Modern Dining close in Broken Arrow
Owasso's Black Bear Diner to close
Red Light Chicken moving to Route 66
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'Tis the season in the Tulsa area for Christmas events, from Tulsa Ballet's "The Nutcracker" to Mannheim Steamroller at River Spirit Casino. Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about this and other upcoming Scene content.
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Pete Davidson, Lauren Daigle, Jon Pardi highlight things to do in Tulsa this week
Find holiday-themed music events, Christmas concerts
Remembering Molly's Landing history after fire at iconic Route 66 restaurant
Red Door Grille puts Cajun twist on Southern cuisine | Review
New Olive Garden location to open in Utica Square
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Cast members from “Killers of the Flower Moon” were unable to do promotion during the SAG-AFTRA strike, but, now that the strike has ended, they were at liberty to answer questions about a film that was based on the Osage reign of terror in 1920s Oklahoma. Jimmie Tramel and James Watts talk about this and other upcoming Scene content.
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Killers of the Flower Moon: See all our coverage going back to when scenes were shot here to reaction to the movie
'Flower Moon' stirs debate on whether Native stories should only be told by Native filmmakers
'It was an honor': Leonardo DiCaprio appreciates being part of 'Killers of the Flower Moon' story
Marvel's 'Echo' continues run of set-in-Oklahoma Indigenous stories
Tulsa World Opinion podcast: 'Killers of the Flower Moon' thoughts from former Osage chief
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