Tulsa Is Home

Tulsa Is Home
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The Tulsa Is Home podcast takes you behind the scenes of local businesses, organizations and neighborhoods in this wonderful town we call Tulsa. Meet the restauranteurs, professionals, artists, shop owners and more who call Tulsa home. Don't miss any episodes and watch the video interviews and so much more by subscribing to our newsletter... tulsadaily.com/subscribe
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The podcast covers a variety of themes focusing on local entrepreneurs, artists, and community leaders, with episodes exploring personal journeys and professional insights. Notable topics include the growth of food entrepreneurship in Tulsa with features like Mother Road Market, stories of resilience through episodes like Dr. Casey Flickinger's journey, and unique narratives from local personalities like Noah and Abigail Erb discussing their experiences and community impact.

The Tulsa Is Home podcast takes you behind the scenes of local businesses, organizations and neighborhoods in this wonderful town we call Tulsa. Meet the restauranteurs, professionals, artists, shop owners and more who call Tulsa home.
Don’t miss any episodes and watch the video interviews and so much more by subscribing to our newsletter…
tulsadaily.com/subscribe
In this episode of the Tulsa's Home Podcast, Roderick Hands interviews Lauren Sivak, who shares her journey from Chicago to Tulsa along with her involvement in Tulsa's nonprofit sector, particularly the op project. Lauren discusses the immersive experience of moving to a new city, the significance of expanded learning programs for Tulsa's youth, and how after-school activities enrich lives and enhance community vitality. The conversation delves into Tulsa Remote Program insights and the economic impact of educational programs. Lauren expresses her enthusiasm for Tulsa, emphasizing community engagement, reduced living complexities, and the welcoming nature of the city. The episode highlights the critical role of education in fostering future generations and making Tulsa feel like home.
00:00 Introduction and Moving to Tulsa
00:56 Welcome to Tulsa's Home Podcast
01:05 Guest Introduction: Lauren Sivak
01:28 Lauren's Background and Move to Tulsa
02:37 First Impressions of Tulsa
03:31 Life in Tulsa vs. Chicago
08:30 Tulsa Remote Program
11:43 The Op Project: Mission and Vision
12:13 Challenges and Adaptations During the Pandemic
13:15 Expanded Learning Programs
25:12 Funding and Community Impact
28:28 The Importance of Supporting Education
29:52 Why Tulsa Feels Like Home
30:43 Conclusion and Lightning Round

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