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Exploring the Ozarks
by Exploring The Ozarks
We all know where the Ozarks are, right? Follow us as we go and find the boundaries of this area and discover what makes it so special. Is it the people, the history, the nature, the dining, the local and unique businesses? Or is it simply a line drawn on a map? Join us each week as we learn the answer to the question: What are the Ozarks?www.exploringtheozarks.net
Episodes
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Brittney Greer
Episode 8 of Season 2 of Exploring the Ozarks Podcast is here, and it’s the perfect Halloween treat! Join us for an exclusive interview with Brittney Greer—award-winning filmmaker, director, and SPX makeup artist extraordinaire. With over 15 years in production, Brittney has worked on web series,...
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Jackie Stiles: S2 EP8 of Exploring the Ozarks Podcast
We're back with Episode 7 of Season 2 of Exploring the Ozarks Podcast, and this one is BIG! We're thrilled to have the legendary Jackie Stiles on the show! Jackie is not only a former WNBA player and NCAA scoring champion, but she’s also a true inspiration, both on and off the court. As a Hall of...
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S2 EP6: Ryan Collingwood
This time, we're joined by Ryan Collingwood, the Public Safety Reporter and Features Writer for the Springfield News-Leader! With over 17 years of print journalism experience, Ryan brings a wealth of fascinating stories to the table! Tune in to hear Ryan's insights and tales from his extensive...
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S2 EP5: Jarad Giddens
Jarad Giddens: Exploring the Ozarks Podcast S2 EP5 Episode 5 of Exploring the Ozarks Podcast has arrived! Join us as we sit down with Jarad Giddens, the Mayor of Nixa, MO! Matt and David dive deep into discussions about Nixa, and government responsibilities, and get to know Mayor Giddens a little...
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Leadership Class: Music From The Warehouse EP 1
🎸Music From The Warehouse 🧑🎤 Meet Leadership Class: the alt-rock sensation from Springfield, MO! 🎶✨ Formed at Nixa High and reunited in 2021, Jonathan Lee and Jason Conley lead the charge, crafting a unique sound akin to Butthole Surfers and Queens of the Stone Age. Joined by Jacob Shively…
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Eddie Gumucio: ETO Podcast S2 EP4
🎙️🌟 Eddie Gumucio: Exploring the Ozarks Podcast S2 EP4 🌟🎙️ ✨ Exciting News! Our latest podcast episode is now live, and we're thrilled to welcome back a familiar face: Eddie Gumucio! 🎉Eddie, the mastermind behind Queen City Shout, Springfield's premier Music, Film, and Art Festival, is here…
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Zac Rantz: S2 EP3 (AETOS Center for the Performing Arts)
Get ready to dive into the heart of the Ozarks with our latest episode of Exploring the Ozarks Podcast, Season 2, Episode 3! This time, we're thrilled to have special guest Zac Rantz, Chief Communication Officer for the Nixa School District, joining us on the show! Zac takes us on a journey from...
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Jeff Bates: S2 EP2
🌟 Jeff Bates: Exploring the Ozarks Podcast S2 EP2 🎙️ Get ready for another exciting episode of the Exploring the Ozarks Podcast! We had the pleasure of hosting the one and only Jeff Bates, a beloved public figure here in the Ozarks! 🌳 Jeff is known for his fantastic videography and photography...
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ETO Podcast S2 EP1: Season 2 Introduction
🎙️🌟 Get ready for Season 2 of the Exploring the Ozarks Podcast - it's finally here! 🎉 Join David and Matt in this exciting short episode as they set the stage for what's to come this season. 🌲✨ From fascinating guests to captivating stories about The Ozarks, we're eager to bring you more of...
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Falconry With George Cron Episode 2: Housing
Join us on our 5 part mini-series as we learn from George Cron on what it takes to be a falconer. In this episode, we learn about the equipment and housing needed to properly take care of and transport a falcon. Will George pass his inspection with the Game Warden? Find out now!
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Falconry with George Cron, Episode 1
Check out the newest mini series: Falconry in the Ozarks. In it we explore what it takes to get involved with Falconry with George Cron, why he got involved, and what he plans on accomplishing in the future. This will be a 5 part series covering how to get into falconry, capturing, taking care of...
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RAC Follow Up
Just a few weeks back, we welcomed David Romano back to the studio for an enlightening update on the ongoing efforts of the River Access Coalition (RAC). Discover the latest developments in their tireless fight to ensure public access to the rivers that grace our beautiful Missouri landscape.…
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Sponsor Spotlight: Shawn Cranford (Mattress By Appointment)
Get ready for a truly special episode of our show, featuring the beautifully bearded Shawn Cranford, our newest sponsor and the owner of Mattress by Appointment, and a diverse portfolio of other businesses. In this episode, we had a blast delving into his ventures, sharing insights into his...
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Israel & Palestine: Discussing the Conflict with Dr. David Romano
While we're typically all about thrilling adventures and steer clear of political topics, this time we couldn't resist. The ongoing conflict between Israel and Palestine has been making headlines, with news outlets often choosing which parts to cover. So, we decided to bring in our resident…
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What's Next? Planning for 2024!
Wow! What a year we have had! We have put out 30 episodes since January and we are having a blast! Now comes our next area of focus! We will be focusing on building and planning for the year 2024! That takes a lot of planning and scheduling, and that's what we are going to do. We are also going…
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Kathryn Vicat & Myra Miller Part 3: Exploring the Ozarks Podcast EP30
We have Kathryn Vicat back in the studio with us along with Myra Miller! Myra is the Co-Founder and Kathryn is the Executive Director of Footsteps Researchers & Legacy: Lost & Found! Today they are discussing the new movie that is releasing today called REVEILLE! This is a WWII film that was…
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Danny Collins & 37 North Expeditions on Exploring the Ozarks
Get him in a canoe with his wife and his two huskys and he is right where he wants to be. Danny grew up in the Ozarks, graduating from Glendale and Drury. After graduation he moved to NYC for 4 years and later moved to Ecuador where he worked as the Expedition Manager for a National Geographic...
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Kathryn Vicat Part 2: Exploring the Ozarks Podcast EP28
📣Kathryn Vicat Part 2: Exploring the Ozarks Podcast EP28🎙 Sorry for being late on this one folks! We have Kathryn Vicat back in the studio with us! She is the Executive Director of Footsteps Researchers & Legacy: Lost & Found!. Footsteps Researchers is a global team of archival researchers who...
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George Fuller Ruck'n'Run on Exploring the Ozarks
We had so much fun with our guest George Fuller on the podcast! Ruck'n'Run was created by an Army Drill Sergeant, Ruck 'N' Run® honors Veterans and connects the community through fun, motivating, yet challenging events. While stationed in DC, Ruck ‘N’ Run® creator George W. Fuller served as a...
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Recapping Exploring the Ozarks
Join us as we talk about what it has been like to run exploring the ozarks! Who has been a favorite guest? The funniest? We go over that and other random thoughts during this episode. If you enjoy these videos you can help support our channel through our Patreon:👇...
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Music promoter Johan Collins on Exploring the Ozarks
We had so much fun with our guest Johan Collins on the podcast! Johan is a local music promoter who works primarily out of the Outland Ballroom here in Springfield! Johan shares a lot of stories from his work in music and we explore the music scene here in Springfield. We hope you enjoy this...
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Kathryn Vicat and Footsteps Researchers on Exploring the Ozarks
Today is the 79th anniversary of D-Day. In honor of this historical day, we have Kathryn Vicat, the Executive Director of Footsteps Researchers & Legacy: Lost & Found, with us on the show. Footsteps Researchers is a global team of archival researchers who help you retrace the footsteps of those…
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FX Mike with Exploring the Ozarks
We have the FX man, Mr. Mike Strain on the show! Mike is a licensed pyrotechnician who has done lots of pyrotechnics for big-name artists like Rascal Flatts, and Rob Zombie! Mike is also a special effects artist for films! Mike shared a lot of cool stories with us! We hope you enjoy this episode!...
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Caleb Sylvester & Boston Dynamics on Exploring the Ozarks
Enjoy our episode with Caleb Sylvester, a sales manager for Industrial applications at Boston Dynamics, who livest here in the Ozarks! Boston Dynamics’ mission is to imagine and create exceptional robots that enrich people’s lives. Building machines that can approximate the mobility, dexterity…
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Exploring the Ozarks with Geoff & Joy of the Gillioz Theater
Exploring the Ozarks EP20 Drops Wednesday!We have special guests Geoff & Joy Steele, directors of the Gillioz Theatre! This was a fun episode! You will enjoy all of the stories they shared with us! So, stay tuned! For Patreons, you can see a Sneek Peek of Wednesday's episode right now!...
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Exploring the Ozarks with John Farmer de la Torre
We have a special guest, John Farmer de la Torre on the show! raised in rural Missouri, educated in public schools, and graduated from Georgetown's School of Foreign Service with a bachelor's degree in international relations. This guy has seen lots of things in his life! John is also a…
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Exploring the Ozarks Podcast with: Ken Coleman
📣Exploring The Ozarks Podcast EP18🎙 We are so excited to have Ken Colman on the show with us! Ken has enjoyed a 40+ year career as a real estate agent and broker, closing over a billion and a half dollars in sales in Southwest Missouri. He learned at an early age how to build the strongest...
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Recap with: SATO48
We checked in with Jeff and Kyaw of SATO48 to see how the filming weekend went! Check out the event website at sato48.com for upcoming events, such as the screenings at The Moxie and the Award Ceremony held at the Gillioz on June 3rd. Keep exploring the Ozarks!
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Exploring the Ozarks with Shayne Taylor
Shayne Taylor is an experienced barber located at The Coven Collective on C-Street in Springfield MO. He is also an Ozarks native, was in MSU marching band, cast-iron restoration, restores classic cars, and is a fun guy to talk with! Definitely have to stick around for the secret of marshmellow...
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Exploring the Ozarks with Brandon Beck
Brandon started at KY3 reporting weather on weekends just before he graduated from Evangel University (then college) in 1996. He holds a BS degree in Broadcasting and a Certificate of Broadcast Meteorology from Mississippi State University. Brandon reported weather on the weekends, and worked in...
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Exploring the Ozarks with Cory Kays
Cory Kays is a full-time, award-winning actor who has worked consistently in film for the last three years. During that time, he has held credit-worthy roles in 10 feature films, 20 short films, several commercials, and has appeared on a variety of television shows. He has received four ‘Best…
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Exploring the Ozarks with Jess Bowman
Jess Bowman is a local small business owner with Bowman Insurance group. Check out her story on how she ended up in the Ozarks, why she stayed, and what plans she has to help make this area better for everyone! www.bigmissouri.com/ www.exploringtheozarks.net #exploringtheozarks #ozarkslife...
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Exploring the Ozarks with Tim Ernst, photographer extraordinare
Tim Ernst is Arkansas's Wilderness Photographer. He has been hiking, driving and crawling around the wonderful Ozark Mountains for most of his life, preserving the images he sees on film for everyone to enjoy. His photographs have appeared in hundreds of national, regional and local publications....
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Exploring the Ozarks with: Jeff Houghton, The Mystery Hour
Jeff Houghton is the Creative Director of The Writers’ Room, and heads up the original writers’ room for The Mystery Hour. Jeff also worked at the Late Show with David Letterman and has performed improv and standup around the nation. Jeff has worked closely with brands to deliver countless...
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Exploring the Ozarks with Eddie Gumucio
Now in its 12th year, Queen City Shout is Springfield's largest showcase of music, film and art with its two-fold vision to Celebrate The Arts & Support Poverty Relief. Join us as we speak with founder Eddie Gumucio and learn more about how the festival came about, and what it is doing now....
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Exploring the Ozarks with Jeff&Kyaw of SATO48
Join us this week as we talk Springfield and The Ozarks 48 hour film challenge (SATO48) with founders Jeff&Kyaw. Learn what it is like to participate in a 48 hour film challenge to make a 5 min film, what it is like writing for a big hollywood tv show, and much more! www.exploringtheozarks.net...
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Exploring the Ozarks with Chad Bay
This week we have Chad Bay with Chasing the Ozarks! Matt and Chad swap hiking stories, and Chad tells us how he got into starting Chasing the Ozarks. www.exploringtheozarks.net #exploringtheozarks #ozarkslife #explorewithus #beauty #roadtrip #JourneywithUs #history #people #places #theozarks If…
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Exploring the Ozarks with Amanda Hoenes
Have you every spoken with someone who paddled the entire Missouri and Mississippi River? Our guest Amanda Hoenes is one of only 50 people to have completed that journey, and she discusses how that went, what lead her to do the trip, and what she is doing now. www.exploringtheozarks.net...
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Exploring The Ozarks Podcast EP7. We had the pleasure of having David Romano and Rick Coffman of the River Access Coalition on the show!
We had the pleasure of having David Romano and Rick Coffman of the River Access Coalition on the show! This group has been helping to protect Missouri's public access to streams and rivers! A few years ago you may have heard of the famous river spot, Lindenlure, being closed by government...
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Exploring the Ozarks with Rich and Leah Callahan from 14 Mill Market in Nixa, Missouri
It was an honor to speak with Rich and Leah Callahan with 14 Mill Market, the newest and most exciting development coming to the Ozarks and Nixa, Mo in the Spring of 2023. This will be Southwest Missouri's first Food Hall, which will offer a sprawling marketplace of foods, showcasing 10 unique...
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Exploring the Ozarks talks with Greene County Commissioner Bob Dixon
We had Greene County Commissioner, Bob Dixon with us at Springfield Studio 1! We had an excellent discussion about the history of the area and learned more about the things the commissioner's office is doing. We hope you enjoy this episode! www.exploringtheozarks.net #exploringtheozarks…
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Meet the Crew behind Exploring the Ozarks
In this week's podcast, you get to learn more about us here at Exploring the Ozarks and the people behind the scenes. We hope you enjoy this episode! We had fun making this episode! Be sure to share, like the page, and follow us for more content! If you enjoy our videos you can help support our...
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Exploring the Ozarks Interviews Lowlan Breaux, the Executive Director of Ozarks Teen Challenge!
Exploring The Ozarks Podcast EP3 is here! We had the pleasure of having Lowlan Breaux, the Executive Director of Ozarks Teen Challenge on the show! Lowlan has worked with Adult & Teen Challenge since 2016. He has worked in the recovery field for the past 10 years. He obtained a Business...
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Exploring the Ozarks with Pappy's Place
We were excited to have Wayne Rader in the studio with us. Pappy's Place in Springfield, Mo is one of oldest operating restaurants in the Ozarks, and they have many new changes coming soon! https://pappysplacebbq.com/about-us
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Welcome to Exploring the Ozarks Podcast
We all know where the Ozarks are right? Follow us as we go and find the boundaries of this area and discover what makes it so special. Is it the people, the history, the nature, the dining, the local and unique businesses? Or is it simply a line drawn on a map? Join us each week as we learn the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
We all know where the Ozarks are, right? Follow us as we go and find the boundaries of this area and discover what makes it so special. Is it the people, the history, the nature, the dining, the local and unique businesses? Or is it simply a line drawn on a map? Join us each week as we learn the answer to the question: What are the Ozarks?www.exploringtheozarks.net
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