Cutting the Cards with Bob Fraser: Recent Episodes
Bob Fraser
A terrific walk through history as we share the stories of the men and women who cut their teeth on adventure, risk, and vision in early Oklahoma.
Hear the fascinating story of E.W. Marland's tribute to the women who settled the West and how that story continues today at Woolaroc Museum in Bartlesville and the Marland Mansion in Ponca City.
We tell the story about a great American artist and the amazing history of one of his paintings!
From 1905 until her death in 1948, Jane served as the matriarch of her community. Let’s find out more about this fascinating lady.
The matriarch of Bartlesville from 1905-1948, learn about her background, her family and the strength that she brought to the Phillips family.
Join Cecil and me as we visit about his basketball days at OSU with legendary Coach Iba, his many years of traveling to the west coast to work at Disneyland, his years in banking and his love of music.....Cecil is a classic!
Join me for a terrific visit with Joe Williams -- his life weaves a fascinating story from spending a year traveling across Europe with his wife and two young boys to his own personal journey across Spain and France on the Camino de Santiago. Joe's career included a decade at Reda Pump and he also is the author of the incredible WOOLAROC book which sits in most Bartlesville living rooms!
Talk about multi-faceted, Jim Curd owns and operates three restaurants, serves on the Bartlesville City Council and is one of the finest golfers in the area....he is living his bucket list!
A great visit with Dora about her early years in Bartlesville, her rich Cherokee culture, her entrance into Cherokee Nation politics and great news about terrific new services that the Cherokee Nation has brought to Washington County!
A fascinating visit with Dean as we learn about his incredible family history (from Greece to Pawhuska, Oklahoma!) and how Dean's love for art, primarily western art, led to him bringing national art shows to Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve. Join us for a great conversation!
Join us for a great visit with Representative John B. Kane as we talk about everything from growing up in Bartlesville, running the Pikes Peak Marathon, the Kane family legacy and politics in Oklahoma.
Join us as we visit with Val Callaghan, Executive Director of The Bartlesville Community Center. Val tells us how she grew up in south Africa, made a stop in California, then to OKWU before landing at The Center, helping to promote the arts in Bartlesville.
Join us for a behind the scenes conversation with Chuck McCauley, Supt. of Bartlesville Public Schools and Blair Ellis, Chairperson of The Bartlesville Public Schools Foundation. We learn about their backgrounds, the challenges they see for our schools and their outlook for the future.
An in-depth visit with Bob Pomeroy as he discusses what it was like growing up in Bartlesville in the 40’s and 50’s, his interesting career with Phillips Petroleum Co. and his incredible years of volunteerism in the community.
Join us for a great visit with my friend Maria as she discusses everything from growing up in Bartlesville to working side by side with stars from the silver screen....I hope you will join us!
Enjoy our visit with Scott, find out why he became an architect, some of his favorite projects and some of his interesting clients (to say the least!)…..and also find out about his long time love affair with the Price Tower, Frank Lloyd Wright’s one and only skyscraper!
Part One of a great conversation with the former Oklahoma House and Senate members who provide a unique look at some of the "behind the scenes" at the State Capitol.
Join us for Part Two of our visit with Earl Sears and John Ford as they share some great stories about their years at the State Capitol.
A great visit with Mike Bailey as we discuss economic growth, challenges, tourism and what it means to serve as City Manager of Bartlesville....hope you enjoy the conversation!
Join me for a good visit with Bartlesville's City Manager as we discuss some of the successes and challenges for the City of Bartlesville.
Listen to the magical twists and turns of 70 years that allowed a little boy to see his dreams come true!
What are my favorite memories? Perhaps it is better to ask "who are my favorite memories?" Enjoy!
In a talk at The Country Club of Woodland Hills on May 12, 2022, we explored the rich, famous, powerful and sometimes notorious friends of Frank Phillips. Sit back and enjoy!
Find out the history of this incredible party from its origins in 1927 to the terrific party it is each September at Woolaroc....."the best damn party in the State of Oklahoma!"
Hear about the final years of oilman Frank Phillips, his death and his funeral....the passing of a true icon.
We all appreciate and understand the great importance of preserving the historical buildings in our community.....but perhaps it is just as important to make sure we preserve the stories of the vision behind those buildings....let's talk about it!
Built in 1909, today The Frank Phillips Home remains the "crown jewel" of Bartlesville, Oklahoma......join Bob as he shares the rich history of this magnificent home.
A great story about the conservative oil man, Frank Phillips, and his friendship with Elliot Roosevelt, son of President Franklin Roosevelt.
Back in the 1920's, an extraordinary air race took place....join me as we share that story!
Join Bob for a terrific tour through the final resting place for Frank and Jane Phillips, a mausoleum like none other!
The history of Woolaroc Museum & Wildlife Preserve, why it was built and the vision behind the "magic".
Join us as we walk back to the late 1800's and see how Oklahoma evolved from Indian Territory to statehood in a short amount of time....thanks to oil and people with vision.
Do you think you have an ace up your sleeve? Join me for another walk through Oklahoma history as we "cut the cards" with Frank Phillips at the Woolaroc Lodge home.