Amplified Oklahoma
Oklahoma Oral History Research Program · Amplified Oklahoma
Show overview
Amplified Oklahoma has been publishing since 2016, and across the 10 years since has built a catalogue of 101 episodes. That works out to roughly 35 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a roughly quarterly cadence.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 18 min and 24 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Society & Culture show.
The show is still active — the most recent episode landed 2 months ago, though releases have slowed compared with earlier in the run.
From the publisher
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.
Latest Episodes
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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/
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.
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/
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/
Episode 96: Theta Pond
This month we're highlighting memories of Theta Pond at the height of its chaos, from stories of post-engagement dunking and once again investigating just how Sam the Alligator made it to Theta Pond. View the show notes here. Motivational Indie Rock by BFCMUSIC https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-motivational-indie-rock-252338/ Dynamic Indie Spark (15s) by Universfield https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-dynamic-indie-spark-15s-237461/ Modern Indie Rock Type Beat – Walk Away by BeatMekanik https://pixabay.com/tr/music/indie-pop-modern-indie-rock-type-beat-walk-away-249486/ Acoustic Indie Folk (Years) by MarkJuly https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-acoustic-indie-folk-years-113186/
Episode 95: Title IX
This month, we're talking about women's sports then and now, and the challenges that faced these young women who paved the way for women's athletics everywhere. View the show notes here. One story Ingrid. Background music for video 60 sec. Hip-Hop version by White_Records https://pixabay.com/music/beats-one-story-ingrid-background-music-for-video-60-sec-hip-hop-version-257220/ Champion - Upbeat Motivation Advertising Rock by FASSounds https://pixabay.com/music/rock-champion-upbeat-motivation-advertising-rock-251285/ Upbeat - Energetic Rock Fun Happy Travel Background by SoundGalleryByDmitryTaras https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-upbeat-energetic-rock-fun-happy-travel-background-254065/ Creative Technology Showreel by Pumpupthemind https://pixabay.com/music/beats-creative-technology-showreel-241274/
Episode 94: Coyotes
In this episode, we're highlighting stories, both good and bad, about the mischievous coyote and how they have been perceived in the Oklahoma landscape as symbols of sustenance, beauty, and place. View the show notes here. Spirit Of The Road by SergePavkinMusic https://pixabay.com/music/rock-spirit-of-the-road-147974/ Forest Fairy by music_for_video https://pixabay.com/music/beautiful-plays-forest-fairy-110537/ Outlaw's Reckoning by moodmode https://pixabay.com/music/modern-blues-outlawx27s-reckoning-180762/ Far From The City by Good_B_Music https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-far-from-the-city-114444/
Episode 93: Have a Coke (Date)
This month, we're exploring how 'going to get a Coke' became more than just getting a drink. View the show notes here. Blus Instrumental Adventure by Land_of_Books_YouTube https://pixabay.com/es/music/jazz-tradicional-blus-instrumental-adventure-229685/ BB King Style B Minor 95 Bpmb https://pixabay.com/es/music/blues-moderno-b-minor-95-bpm-bb-king-style-145882/ These Blues Im Feelin Ahedarexia https://pixabay.com/music/blues-these-blues-im-feelin-173279/ I like classical music DF_wahyumusicproduction https://pixabay.com/music/blues-i-like-classical-music-227875/
Episode 92: Reflections of a Podcasting Intern
This month, our podcasting intern reflects on their experience working with us before signing off one last time. View the show notes here. A Jazz Piano by Music_For_Videos https://pixabay.com/music/modern-jazz-a-jazz-piano-110481/ Piano Happy by Music_For_Videos https://pixabay.com/music/modern-classical-piano-happy-166436/ Pleasantly by PianoAmor https://pixabay.com/music/solo-piano-pleasantly-142607/
Episode 91: Behind the Mic
In this episode, we're giving an inside look at how our interviewers cultivate an oral history project and all that goes on behind the mic. View the show notes here. Music in this episode included: Hand in Hand by SergePavkinMusic https://pixabay.com/music/upbeat-hand-in-hand-175642/ Ordinary Happy Day by SergePavkinMusic https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-ordinary-happy-day-175000/ Upbeat Acoustic by Stockaudios https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-upbeat-acoustic-113986/ It's a Good Day by SergePavkinMusic https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-itx27s-a-good-day-155038/
Episode 90: Oklahoma Centennial Farms
This month on Amplified Oklahoma, we're highlighting farms from our "Centennial Farm Families" oral history project. This collection documents the agricultural history of our state through land runs and the Dust bowl, all the way to the lives of present-day farmers who preserve their family heritage through their connection to the land. We'll also hear from Oklahoma Centennial Farm & Ranch Coordinator Shea Otley about her experiences with the program. View the show notes here. Music in this episode included: Country Roads by SergePavkinMusic https://pixabay.com/music/indie-pop-country-roads-154400/ Plain Acoustic Inspiring Folk Music by SoulProdMusic https://pixabay.com/music/corporate-plain-acoustic-inspiring-folk-music-128699/ Spirit of the Road by SergePavkinMusic https://pixabay.com/music/rock-spirit-of-the-road-147974/ Western Rock Country by Onoychenkomusic https://pixabay.com/music/modern-country-western-rock-country-132231/
Episode 89: OSU Student Union
In this episode, we're taking a walk down memory lane with the student union as we listen to both administrators and students share memories about the beloved union and its role on the OSU campus. View the show notes here. Featherlight by Sky Toes Free download: https://uppbeat.io/track/sky-toes/featherlight License: https://uppbeat.io/user-agreement Happy Acoustic Guitar Background Music by Music Unlimited Free download: https://soundcloud.com/nocopyrightarchive/happy-acoustic-guitar-background-music-music-unlimited License (CC BY 4.0) Clarity by Zoo Free download: https://uppbeat.io/track/zoo/clarity License: https://uppbeat.io/user-agreement Inside You by lemonmusicstudio Free download: https://pixabay.com/music/acoustic-group-inside-you-162760/ License: https://pixabay.com/service/license-summary/
Episode 88: 1947 Woodward Tornado
This month, we're listening to residents recall their memories of the deadliest tornado in Oklahoma history, as well as the warning systems that have since been developed. View the show notes here. Breaking News 4 by Sascha Ende Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5953-breaking-news-4 License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Sad Dramatic March by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/6240-sad-dramatic-march License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Mourning in Arid Lands Full Version by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/ License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Last Snowflakes by MusicLFiles Free download: https://motionarray.com/royalty-free-music/last-snowflakes-1417021/ License (CC BY 4.0): https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Episode 87: Activism in Education during the Civil Rights Movement
In this episode, we're exploring stories from the Oklahoma Activism in Education during the Civil Rights Movement oral history project. View the show notes here. Music: The Joy of Victory by WinnietheMoog Website: https://filmmusic.io/song/7767-the-jo... Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Happy New Day by WinnietheMoog Website: https://filmmusic.io/song/6149-happy-new-day Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Spring Fervor Full Version by MusicLFiles Website: https://cemmusicproject.wixsite.com/musiclibraryfiles Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Velvet Sunset by Arti the AI and Sascha Website: https://filmmusic.io/index.php/song/12033-velvet-sunset Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Episode 86: Cowboys in Every County
This month, we share stories from our Cowboys in Every County project that exemplify the Cowboy Code, from dreaming big to standing strong in the face of adversity. View the show notes here. Music: Road Trip by Frank Schroeter Website: https://www.pond5.com/de/artist/boommusic202?ref=boommusic202 Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Rock Guitar Intro 02 by TaigaSoundProd Website: https://linktr.ee/tspmusiclibrary Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Long Way by Frank Schroeter Website: https://www.pond5.com/de/artist/boommusic202?ref=boommusic202 Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Whiskey on the Mississippi Website: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/music.html Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Episode 85: Oklahoma Women's Hall of Fame - Marcia Mitchell
In this episode, we're highlighting Marcia Mitchell, an inductee of the Oklahoma Women's Hall of Fame and founder of the nonprofit Little Light House which focuses on early intervention education for students with special needs. View the show notes here. Music: Happy Farewell by MusicLFiles Website: https://cemmusicproject.wixsite.com/musiclibraryfiles Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music by: https://www.steven-obrien.net/ -------------------------- Inspiration Strikes - Steven O'Brien Music: You and Me Forever by MusicLFiles Website: https://cemmusicproject.wixsite.com/musiclibraryfiles Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: A Nice Dream by Frank Schroeter Website: https://www.pond5.com/de/artist/boommusic202?ref=boommusic202 Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Episode 84: On a Dime
This month, we're highlighting stories from our collections about dimes, from what they were spent on, to what memories people associate with them. View the show notes here. Music: Winter Poem [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10292-winter-poem-full-version Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Happy Dreams by WinnieTheMoog Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/6046-happy-dreams Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Spring Awakening 2 by Frank Schroeter Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10371-spring-awakening-2 Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Sunny Serenity [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10849-sunny-serenity-full-version Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Episode 83: Women Agricultural Extension Educators
In this episode, we're exploring the evolution of women's experiences as County Extension Agents between the late 1950s and early 2000s, from strict gender roles to increased leadership opportunities. View the show notes here. Music: Winter Poem [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10292-winter-poem-full-version Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Melodic Interlude Two by Alexander Nakarada Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/6394-melodic-interlude-two Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Emotional Solitude Piano Background by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/8373-emotional-solitude-piano-background Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Delicate Fantasia [Full version] by MusicLFiles Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10423-delicate-fantasia-full-version Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Episode 82: 100 Years of Pistol Pete
This month, we're exploring memories of Pistol Pete, from personal experiences with Frank Eaton to what it means to wear the suit, and what Pete means to people today. View the show notes here. Music: Back On The Wagon by John Bartmann Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/9514-back-on-the-wagon Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Still Pickin by Kevin MacLeod Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/5707-still-pickin Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Jack The Lumberer by Alexander Nakarada Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4808-jack-the-lumberer Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Guitar Miniature by Steven OBrien Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/11432-guitar-miniature Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
Episode 81: Muskogee African American Heritage
In this episode, we're exploring the memories of African American residents of Muskogee from booming businesses to the Manual Training School to the changes that came with desegregation. View the show notes here. Music: Degenerate Blues by Alexander Nakarada Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/4781-degenerate-blues Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Jazzy Comping 1 by Agnese Valmaggia Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/7330-jazzy-comping-1 Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Chicago Or Bust by Justin Allan Arnold Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10726-chicago-or-bust Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license Music: Morning Stroll by Steven OBrien Free download: https://filmmusic.io/song/10523-morning-stroll Licensed under CC BY 4.0: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license