Dennis Spielman

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Photo of the kids campground at ABE’s in Oklahoma City

Swedish Pancakes & Community Impact: Inside ABE’s Unique Downtown OKC Café

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On December 20, 2024

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Join Dennis Spielman as he visits ABE’s, a unique 1970s campsite-inspired café nestled in downtown Oklahoma City at Sailor & The Dock. Operated by the team behind Not Your Average Joe, ABE’s is more than just a coffee shop—it’s a hub for inclusion, creativity, and culinary delights.

Discover their signature Swedish aebelskivers, made fresh and stuffed with flavors like Nutella, buffalo chicken, or salmon. Enjoy homemade ice cream, fresh egg bites, acai stacks, and their award-winning coffee roasted by a talented team, including groundbreaking roasters from diverse backgrounds.

Beyond the food, ABE’s mission stands out: providing full-time employment opportunities and fostering community for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Take a virtual tour of this vibrant retreat where coffee is brewed in a retro camper, s’mores are roasted, and smiles abound. Whether you’re downtown for Scissortail Park, Thunder games, or shopping, ABE’s is a perfect stop for relaxation and flavor.

Visit ABE’s at Sailor & The Dock at 617 W Sheridan Ave, Oklahoma City, OK.

The Two Best Pizza Places in Tulsa, Oklahoma

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On December 5, 2024

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In this bonus episode of The Food Dood and Friends, Dave Cathey asks Rob Crissinger and Jared Gleaton, “What are the two best pizza places in Tulsa, Oklahoma?” The group shares their options on what makes these places a must-visit for pizza lovers.

Thank you, Visit OKC, for support of this episode. Learn more about what Oklahoma City has to offer at VisitOKC.com

This episode was produced in partnership with KOSU.

Coffee Talk and Oklahoma’s Culinary Highlights with Jared Gleaton and Dennis Spielman

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On November 21, 2024

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In this special season finale of The Food Dood and Friends, Dave Cathey and Julie Porter Scott are joined by Jared Gleaton and Dennis Spielman for a rich conversation about Oklahoma’s food and coffee scene. Jared highlights the culinary excellence of Oklahoma City and Tulsa, diving into standout dining experiences at AKAI Sushi in the Wheeler District, Fait Maison in Edmond, and Tulsa’s The Traven. Meanwhile, Dennis shares his favorite coffee shops across the state, from Hoboken Coffee Roasters in Guthrie to Trek Coffee in Washington, spotlighting cozy spots perfect for the holiday season. Whether you’re craving sushi, French cuisine, or the perfect mocha, this episode serves up plenty of tasty recommendations and travel tips!

Thank you, Visit OKC, for support of this episode. Learn more about what Oklahoma City has to offer at VisitOKC.com

This episode was produced in partnership with KOSU.

Creepy Concoctions Showdown

Haunted Shuffle: Creepy Concoctions Showdown

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On October 31, 2024

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Happy Halloween! The season finale of our horror comedy game show is now available! Watch The Social Okie, The Ice Creamatory, and Bigger Than Food compete in this Creepy Concoction Showdown!

In this Haunted Shuffle episode, contestants Stephanie, Apollo, and James compete in a chilling kitchen showdown! Guided by Mr. Menace the Sixth, the culinary horrors start with frightful food trivia, where every correct answer wins coins to bid on ingredients for the final showdown. Racing against the clock, the contestants then scavenge for coins in the haunted hotel to “shop” with our eerie judges. For the grand finale, they’re challenged to craft their creepiest Halloween-themed dessert and drink!

Who will cook up the ultimate scary treat, and who will end up on the chopping block? Find out in Creepy Concoctions Showdown! Like, subscribe, and watch your nightmares take a delicious twist!

Thanks again to Guthrie Haunts for hosting us this season. They have a few more nights left open this season, so be sure to visit.

The Carnival Challenges

Haunted Shuffle: The Carnival Challenges

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On October 24, 2024

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Step right up to the most chaotic carnival you’ve ever seen! In this episode of Haunted Shuffle, four brave contestants—Amanda, Jack, Lisa, and Brittany—face a series of twisted carnival games hosted by the devilishly tricky Mr. Menace the Sixth. From pie-smashing races to transporting worms with no hands, and a frantic balloon-popping finale, the contestants must survive these gruesome games to win… or face a fate worse than death: joining the mysterious Lost Carney tribe.

Who will rise to the top and who will be left to wander the carnival forever? Find out in Haunted Shuffle: The Carnival Challenges!

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