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How Curious

KGOU Radio
Oklahoma City
Seasonal Allergies
Oklahoma
Pollen
Bearite Rose Rocks
Ragweed
Coleman Theatre Beautiful
Robbers Cave Experiment
Museum Of Osteology
Shopping Cart
Tulsa
Guthrie
Ponca City
Stone Lion Inn
Norman, Oklahoma
Wildcare Oklahoma
Stillwater, United States
Kate Barnard
Chicken In the Rough
Vietnamese Refugees

Exploring Oklahoma legends, tall tales, oddities, and conundrums. Heard something you're curious about? Submit questions and suggestions for future episodes to curious@kgou.org.

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In 1909, two Oklahoma brothers aged just five and nine set off on horseback from near Frederick to Santa Fe—and back—alone. How Curious explores the extraordinary adventures of Bud and Temple Abernathy, and asks what their story reveals about childho... more

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In 1975, as Saigon fell and tens of thousands of Vietnamese fled, a family in the small western Oklahoma town of Clinton opened their doors - and their community - to help resettle around 250 refugees.In this episode of How Curious, Rachel Hopkin vis... more

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What happens when an Oklahoma picnic basket flies across a car floor on Route 66? You get Chicken in the Rough — Oklahoma’s original franchised menu item.

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Discover the remarkable Kate Barnard — the fiery “Good Angel of Oklahoma.” Before women could vote, she became the state’s first woman elected to statewide office, fiercely battling child labor, prison cruelty, mistreatment of the mentally ill, and c... more

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Randy Kluver
Associate Provost and Dean of Global Studies at Oklahoma State University
Oklahoma State University
Episode: How did one Oklahoma family help 250 Vietnamese refugees to start over after the fall of Saigon?
Kathy Anderson
Route 66 historian
Episode: How did a Route 66 lunch fiasco turn into an Oklahoma franchised food sensation?
Beverly Osborne
Original creator of Chicken in the Rough
Osborne family
Episode: How did a Route 66 lunch fiasco turn into an Oklahoma franchised food sensation?
John Dunning
Collector of Chicken in the Rough memorabilia
Trolley Stop Records (OKC)
Episode: How did a Route 66 lunch fiasco turn into an Oklahoma franchised food sensation?
Connie Cronley
Author of a biography about Kate Barnard
Author
Episode: Who was once known as the Good Angel of Oklahoma?
Sunu Kurumdara
Historian
Southwestern Oklahoma State University
Episode: Who was once known as the Good Angel of Oklahoma?
Ted Hutter
Aviator and historian from the Museum of Flight (Seattle)
Museum of Flight
Episode: How come a Hollywood stunt pilot acquired 475 Oklahoma airplanes in a day?
Tom Weichel
Aviator and scholar who wrote about Paul Mance
Author and researcher
Episode: How come a Hollywood stunt pilot acquired 475 Oklahoma airplanes in a day?
Tim Fitzgerald
Flight line supervisor at Stillwater Regional Airport
Stillwater Regional Airport
Episode: How come a Hollywood stunt pilot acquired 475 Oklahoma airplanes in a day?

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Rachel Hopkin
Host exploring a variety of Oklahoma legends, oddities, and intriguing stories.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • How Fantastic!

    Each episode is both informative, engaging, and fun! It’s great to learn about all the Oklahoma connections and histories!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NorthernOkie
    United States3 years ago
  • Great re-boot!

    Intriguing story about African-American deputy marshal to the Indian territory. They know his name at the US marshal service in Washington DC, but not at an Oklahoma historical society. Great job. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GospelMike
    United States5 years ago
  • Fun podcast about Oklahoma

    They take questions from people, like the founding of Nichols Hills, and go research the answers. They find some interesting trivia about Oklahoma.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    John50ok
    United States8 years ago
  • Thank you!

    Great first episode. I love Oklahoma history. Thanks for sharing the stories!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chaney79
    United States9 years ago

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The podcast is praised for its unique approach to addressing listener-submitted questions, creating an engaging community experience.
Listeners appreciate the informative and engaging nature of the episodes, often commenting on the fascinating stories and facts about Oklahoma's history.
Feedback highlights the intriguing exploration of lesser-known aspects of Oklahoma, showcasing both the state's challenges and its rich cultural narratives.

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How did one Oklahoma family help 250 Vietnamese refugees to start over after the fall of Saigon?
Q: How did the initial sponsorship come about?
Mary Kluver was moved by the news and suggested adopting an orphan, which led to inviting families to stay with them and then broadening sponsorship through the community.

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The content centers around intriguing Oklahoma legends, captivating tall tales, and quirky oddities that intrigue local residents and visitors alike. A unique aspect of the episodes is that they often invite listener participation by encouraging submissions of questions and topics for exploration, which adds a personalized touch. From the challenges of seasonal allergies to the fascinating history of lesser-known institutions, the discussion highlights a blend of historical context and cultural significance, shedding light on the rich and diverse narratives that define the state of Oklahoma.

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How Curious launched 9 years ago and published 71 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Kathy Anderson
3. Beverly Osborne
4. John Dunning
5. Connie Cronley
6. Sunu Kurumdara
7. Ted Hutter
8. Tom Weichel

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