At Vicky's Table: Recent Episodes
At Vicky's Table
Vicky Langston has had many people visit her table. It is a table where she has eaten, played games, and has had wonderful conversations. Join her at this table as she welcomes wonderful and interesting guests. And remember...it is better to build a longer table than a taller fence.
Dr. Gary Peluso-Verdend, president emeritus of Phillips Seminary and past CEO of the Center for Religion in Public Life, talks about the divides in our society and the need to understand one another.
Jamie Barki and her doctor husband, along with their 3 children, served 4 years on the Mercy Ship. She shares about that wonderful experience for her family.
A year ago, Bettye Rector, was a guest on this podcast as a retired teacher and administrator. She returns to tell about her experience as a delegate from Oklahoma to the Democratic National Convention.
Craig Day, Channel 6 news anchor, gives a glimpse of behind the scene prep for a newscast. He and Vicky are from the same hometown.
Ken Weston reminisces about his teaching at West Point and working for NASA on the Mercury/Apollo projects.
Garrett Lee, new CEO of retirement community, Trinity Woods, talks about retirement centers and his life growing up.
In light of all the tornadoes we have had recently, Vicky wanted to remind folks how to be prepared and some safety precautions.
June marks the 2 year anniversary of "At Vicky's Table." Therefore, Vicky felt that it was a good time to go back to the beginning. Join Vicky in her very first episode as Rodger Randle, former Tulsa Mayor, tells her about being a child in downtown Tulsa only to grow up and affect the governance of that city and state.
There were big changes at the General Conference of the United Methodist Church recently. Rev. Dr. Mark Holland, executive directive of Mainstream UMC, talks about the work that went on at General Conference and how this might effect the future mission of the United Methodist Church.
Rev. David Wiggs thinks back on his years serving the United Methodist Church in different capacities and his plans for retirement.
Rabbi Michael Weinstein of Tulsa's Temple Israel talks with Vicky about becoming a rabbi and his appreciation of serving in Tulsa.
Sandy Gardner, widow of Jazz pianist, Charles Gardner, recounts their years of performing together and his career accompanying celebrities such as Rosemary Clooney and Bob Hope.
Jerry Zezima, syndicated writer and humorist, tells about getting started as a storyteller of everyday life with his twist on it.
Steve Dickie, retiring CEO at Trinity Woods retirement community, looks back on his career in health care and United Methodist missionary.
Jose Luis Hernandez, founding director of Sistema Tulsa, shares about the workings of the program and the importance of the arts in community.
Moises Echeverria shares his story and passion with Ok Center for Community and Justice and now as head of TPS Foundation.
Laura Bellis talks about being a non-profit leader, community advocate, and City Councilor.
From archaeology digs to storytelling, River Parks program planner Ryan Howell never has a dull moment.
Meet Myers Campbell, known in some circles as Rev. EvaMarie's husband. However, Myers has many reasons to know him and about his interesting life.
Vicky shares sports stories with her brother, Obbie Harvey, who was sports editor at the Denver Post for 24 years.
Keith McArtor, lawyer, minister, and social activist, describes how he deals with his busy, full life.
Rev. Dr. Bill Crowell and Vicky remininsce about their past involvement together in interfaith.
Scott Aycock, former family counselor, is now an active part of the music scene in Tulsa.
State Representative Amanda Swope tells what it's like to be in the OK state legislature.
Karin Davis talks about her job as an Apparel Design Instructor and how she became interested in apparel design.
Phil Armstrong talks about his journey to become the new president and CEO of OCCJ (Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice).
What is longime news anchor, Glenda Silvey, doing now? Hear about her other jobs along the way and now her business, Silvey Estate Sales.
Bonnie Polak, with Trinity Woods Retirement Community, talks about her passion with work and family.
On their 58th wedding anniversary, Vicky and her husband, Guy, reminisce on their courtship days.
Ed Light, retired United Methodist minister, reminisces with Vicky about the beginnings of Gridiron in the Oklahoma Conference.
Nurse Cecilia Moti tells about growing up in Kenya and becoming a nurse in the United States.
With Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion programs being challenged, hear Janis Farr talk about her work and the importance of DEI today.
Renaissance Man, Dr. Don Hertzler, shares about his love of chemistry and teaching, also, the varied interests in his life such as gardening and hiking.
Vicky visits with long time acquaintance, Meredith Davison, about their hometown and her work in the medical field.
Guest and artist, Joyce Peace, shares about the fun she has had from painting portraits with oils to painting old washing machines.
Talented, local musician, Cathy Venable, tells about her years playing the piano in NYC.
Vicky tells about her encounter with an F5 tornado and how she and her husband lived to tell about it.
Twila Gibbens, retired UMC minister, reflects on the joys and struggles of her ministry.
Nancy Day, former executive director of OCCJ, talks about the highs and lows of her time at OCCJ.
Toby Jenkins, former executive director of the Dennis R. Neil Equality Center, shares about his coming out.
Tracey Hall took on the challenging commitment to lead the her church group to not only welcome several Afghan families, but continue with them as they become assimilated.
Nancy Pittman, president of Phillips Seminary, talks about her history and plans for the seminary.
Local, beloved music educators, Dan & Kathy Call, share their love of music and teaching.
Hear how some high school students challenged the thinking and life style of Vicky and her husband, Guy.
Donde Plowman shares the joys and challenges of being the Chancellor at the University of Tennessee, especially during the COVID Pandemic.
Small town girl, Donna Shirley makes it all the way as an engineer to the NASA Jet Propulsion Lab. It's out of this world!
Listen in as city girl, Vicky, and her country cousin, Robert, reminisce about their experiences growing up.
My husband's physical therapist is crazy funny and teases him continuously. Thinking he was this way with all of his patients, I wanted to interview him. Listen to find out what he is really like.
LIsten as Rodger Randle, former Tulsa Mayor, tells us about being a child in downtown Tulsa only to grow up and affect the governance of that city and state.
Hello, I'm Vicky Langston. There have been many people who have come to my table. Please join us I invite even more people to my table. And remember, it is better to build a longer table than a taller fence.