Episodes

Jesse and Chris "sit-down" with Katie Dilkes, ED of the Oklahoma Access to Justice Foundation. She talks about the whole universe of the justice system that is commonly ignored, the Civil Law side. We discuss the fact that lack of information, lack of representation, and America's adversarial legal system mix to create a whole side of our justice system that ends up hurting those that need justice the most. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporat...

Jesse and Chris are joined by Trey Thaxton, Owner of Goldmill Co. and Greenwood Ave. We gush over their new magazine, Greenwood Ave, discuss why it is more important to talk about the people of Greenwood instead of what happened to them, and how does one celebrate the resiliency of Greenwood. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast network with their support, and we appre...

Jesse and Chris are joined by Nehemiah Frank. We talk about all that has happened since the last time we spoke (June of 2020), whether America's battle against racism is getting better or worse, we have to talk about Ye (Kayne) Kyrie Irving and racism among oppressed groups, and we talk about what we think will happen in 2023. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast netwo...

Chris and Jesse are joined by one of their favorite guests, the former city councilor for District 4, Kara Joy McKee. They discuss the lessons learned from her time in office, her memories of the constituents who cared the loudest at her, and the difference between being nice and being kind. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast network with their support, and we apprec...

Chris and Jesse are joined by the executive director of Techlahoma Emily Harden. They try to answer the question of what even is a Tech job these days, will AI ever make good websites, and how a D&D Dr. Who campaign would be amazing. They also talk about what Techlahoma does. Go support Techlahoma on their website, https://www.techlahoma.org/ We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing ...

Chris and Jesse are very excited to be joined by Kian Kamas, executive director of Partner Tulsa. We discuss the vast benefits of the merging of all of the entities that are now Partner Tulsa, how to do development with community input and a whole parking lot worth of talk about parking, the economic issues about parking lots versus parking garages and all of your parking questions. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Pro...

Chris and Jesse are joined by Michelle Place, executive director of the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum. Michelle talks about the work of archiving and sharing the largest collection of photos from the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, why it is important to learn the nuanced take of history, and the fun story of how and why there exists a theme park ride in France called the Golden Driller. Check out the Tulsa Historical Society and Museum at: Tulsa Historical Society & Museum (tulsahistory.org) F...

Chris and Jesse are joined by transformational speaker and therapist Emeka Nnaka. We discuss how you have to take your inherent gifts and turn them into a career, the lessons learned from public speaking, and the embarrassing moments that can come when all the attention is on you. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast network with their support, and we appreciate their ...

Listen to our wonderful, first ever live show! As part of the Spark Summit, Chris and Jesse spoke with Chris Davis from the Tulsa Creative Engine, Libby Ediger from the Holberton School, and Michael Lombardi from Fansub! Listen to us crack jokes and have real people laugh at them, in REAL TIME! Also hear from some amazing people who are bringing arts, creativity and technology to Tulsa. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9...

Chris and Jesse are joined by Chase Mowery, Manager, Organizational Giving and Business Partnerships for the Tulsa Area United Way. Chase tells us about the work of the Tulsa Area United Way, how the United Way is both a partner and funding organization to non-profits in town, and what he loves about his job. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast network with their supp...

Rant9 Productions former intern Carter Combs returns! Carter, the CFO (listen for what CFO means) for the upcoming Fur Fest at the Fur Shop talks about what kind of music festival he has always wanted to put on, why you should come to Fur Fest, and most importantly how you can support the local music scene. Buy tickets for Fur Fest at https://fansub.live/e/furfest We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look ...

We are joined again by the amazing Arielle Davis. She talks about her new business as a public speaker helping companies improve their employees' well being, and helping individuals ask the right questions to make sure they are successful and happy. Arielle also helps Jesse and Chris make sure they are asking the right questions, not only as podcast hosts, but as people. Please check out her website: https://arielledavis.com/ and follow her on Instagram @ariellehasquestions We also want to re...

Chris and Jesse are joined by Dr. Tiffany Crutcher. Jesse, Chris, and Tiffany discuss the sad reasons behind the founding of the Terrance Crutcher Foundation, the fight for justice in Tulsa and the greater United States. Find out more about the Terrance Crutcher Foundation at https://www.terencecrutcherfoundation.org/ We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast network with ...

In what can only be described as one of the funniest conversations about a horrible topic, Crystal Patrick, executive director of Racism Stinks, joins Chris and Jesse to talk about the terms we use when discussing racism, how to be a better ally, and how there is hope in the (distant) future. Learn more about Racism Stinks and become an ally online at: https://www.racismstinks.org/become-an-ally/ We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners...

Chris and Jesse are joined by Evan Barton, the host of the Grow With Us podcast, https://grow-with-us.captivate.fm/listen, and the Alumni Experience Manager and Partnerships Coordinator for InTulsa. Evan talks about his experience hosting Grow With Us, how in InTulsa fits into the larger push for a more diverse and inclusive community, and how much potential Tulsa and Oklahoma still has to fulfill. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partner...

Chris and Jesse are joined by Kirk Wester-Rivera, the executive director of Growing Together. They discuss the history of the Kendall-Whittier neighborhood, the launching of the Kendall-Whittier Neighborhood Trust. We also talk a lot about the Lord of the Rings. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast network with their support, and we appreciate their efforts in creating...

Jesse and Chris are joined by Cameron Walker, CEO of Green Country Habitat for Humanity. Cameron speaks about how an organization built on volunteers handled the pandemic, their incredible ReStores, and how home ownership is the true driver of economic development. Check out their multiple ReStores on Facebook! We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast network with their s...

Chris and Jesse are joined by the founder and executive director of GAAAYS IN SPAAACE! Dan tells the story of why GAAAYS IN SPAAACE was founded, why representation matters to all, and what is next for GAAAYS IN SPAAACE! Check them out at: https://www.gaaaysinspaaace.org/ We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast network with their support, and we appreciate their efforts i...

The Root Coworking Space is a Tulsa-based coworking space that offers a flexible and community-based environment for businesses and entrepreneurs. The space is operated by Ben Von Drehle, that was opened in October 2019. We talk with Ben about the future of coworking, their new location across the street from Mother Road Market, and the most interesting worker they had to turn down. Don't forget to support Pod4Good by becoming a supporter on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/Pod4Good We also wa...

Jesse and Chris were delighted to speak with Tim Landes Jr., Digital Editor for Tulsa People and host of the Tulsa Talks podcast! We talk about the state of digital media today, some of the most interesting stories we has heard and reported on, and what it is like to be interviewed by the two best class clown for justice in the biz. Check out his podcast, Tulsa Talks here, https://www.tulsapeople.com/multimedia/podcast/, or anywhere you get your podcasts. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Es...

Chris and Jesse are joined by Paul Slate and Ryan Tubbs, the cofounders of Billionminds, check them out: Homepage - BillionMinds BillionMinds. Paul and Ryan talk about the reality of work and life that we are currently living in, but they are doing to help, and how Jesse is losing his mind. Check out their podcast: Podcast - BillionMinds BillionMinds We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to cont...

Chris and Jesse are joined by Chris Davis, co-founder of the Tulsa Creative Engine (shoutout to the other co-founder Bianca Caampued and friend of the pod Tyrance Billingsley II.) We discuss Chris's journey to the Tulsa Creative Engine, from sports reporting to Fire In Little Africa, to the Spark Summit. We discuss what it means to be an artist, and what that means for entrepreneurship. This also leads Jesse to having an epiphany about the work he does. We also want to recognize Tallgrass Esta...

Chris and Jesse are joined by the Labrisa Williams, the executive director of the Tulsa Birth Equity Initiative. They talk about the disparities in maternal healthcare, in healthcare as a whole, what we all need to know about and what is like playing Zelda: Breath of the Wild as your first video game. Find out more about TBEI on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/TulsaBirthEquity We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Pr...

Chris and Jesse are joined by Nancy Bolzle, founder of the Pencil Box. She shares with us the story of why she founded the Pencil Box, how analog supplies like pencils are still in demand today in education, and how the Pencil Box has been managing the Pandemic. Please make sure to support the Pencil Box: Donate — The Pencil Box We also want to recognize Tallgrass Estate Planning LLP, as they are the newest corporate partners with Rant9 Productions. We look forward to continuing our podcast net...