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Between the Spaces with Jaiye Farrell and Cody Giles

Exploring the dynamics of connection and disconnection in the context of analog and digital spaces, Between the Spaces by Jaiye Farrell and Cody Giles reflected on the impact of the pandemic on art and human interaction at MAINSITE Contemporary Art in Downtown Norman.

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Kebabish Bites

Established to address the lack of halal food options for students in the area, Kebabish Bites provides cleaner and halal choices to both international students and local residents unfamiliar with Punjabi cuisine from Pakistan and India. The Norman restaurant offers a diverse menu, including popular dishes like Chicken Tikka Masala and butter chicken, with a commitment to freshness and a catering service for events and gatherings.

For this episode, I filmed the whole interview in the kitchen while Waseem made two of their popular dishes. I love how much more dynamic the interview flows with this style. Let me know what you think as I plan to do more of this format in the future with some improvements. I do need to make sure I take more photos.

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Guilt Trip [4K Remaster]

A getaway for two sisters soon comes crashing into reality as one is forced to deal with her mistakes in this dark comedy short film.

Guilt Trip was originally filmed in 2016 for the Oklahoma City 48-Hour Film Project with Tiffany Gibson, Kristy Boone, Katie Kochelek, Josh Shriner, Cassondra Darling, and Dennis Spielman as the Team Leader. The event describes itself as, “a wild and sleepless weekend in which you and a team make a movie – write, shoot, edit and score it – in just 48 hours!” For 2024, the film has been remastered and improved in 4K.

Welcome to My Dreams by Ander Cardinale

Ander Cardinale was born in Mexico City in 1984. He began working with toys at a young age and his family and teachers quickly recognized his talent. He studied architecture in Puebla, Mexico, and after graduating, he began exploring the world while he was working for the Walt Disney Company in Orlando and Paris. In 2015, he moved to Oklahoma to live with the love of his life. 

Cardinale’s work is characterized by its use of bright colors and bold shapes. His art is playful and cheerful. He paints, illustrates, and sculpts, but his favorite medium is toys. Cardinale is a self-taught artist, very passionate about his work, and is committed to using toys to explore important social issues. He believes that toys can be a powerful tool for change and hopes that his work will inspire others to be loving and empathetic to make the world a better place. He is influenced by various artists, including Walt Disney, Alexander Calder, Ruth Handler, Lauren Faust, and Miss Mindy.

His work has been featured in various venues in Norman, Oklahoma, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, in the Art of Toys Museum in Sacramento, California, and at Disney’s D23 Expo 2019 in Anaheim, California. He is currently working on a series of toys representing the importance of love, dreams, diversity, and inclusion.


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FunBox

Covering an impressive 25,000 square feet, FunBox is a playground of gigantic proportions. Here, you’ll find thrilling features like the Temple Tower, Marshmallow Mountain, and more, all designed for kids and kids-at-heart to bounce their hearts out.

FunBox operates for a limited time each year, typically during the fall and spring. In 2023, they will be open every weekend in Norman outside Sooner Mall, concluding on November 26th. Given Oklahoma’s unpredictable weather, FunBox takes safety seriously. They close their doors during extreme heat and inclement weather conditions, ensuring that your visit is enjoyable and secure. So, before planning your trip, it’s always a good idea to check the weather forecast. During the off-season, the park takes a well-deserved break and returns to delight visitors when the weather is nice again.

The journey of FunBox is a story of family, creativity, and a commitment to fostering fun and togetherness. It’s an enchanting place where you can let your inner child run free and where you’ll create cherished memories with friends and family. Bouncing your way through FunBox is an adventure you will want to experience! Learn more and get your tickets at FunBox.com.


You can watch the latest episode of Uncovering Oklahoma early by subscribing to The Show Starts Now, an Oklahoma-based streaming service. Your subscription there will help me continue this series and create more content. Special thanks to my superstar supporters on Patreon: Revovle Productions, The Keller-Kenton Family, and Christopher Lloyd.

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