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Podcast in the Park

Podcast in the Park

By: MidAmerica Center of Workforce Excellence
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MidAmerica Industrial Park is located in Pryor, Oklahoma. This Podcast is designed to provide the past, present, and future aspects of the industrial park and workforce. It will highlight our partners and continued mission of bringing jobs to the Park. To learn more about the workforce needs and opportunities, join us as we explore the MidAmerica Industrial Park.

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Episodes
  • Season 2 Episode 5Powering Progress – How the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance is Building the Future of Industry

    Season 2 Episode 5Powering Progress – How the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance is Building the Future of Industry
    Jul 23 2025

    In this episode, we talk with Brad Chambers and Max Harris Manufacturing Extension Agent and Max Harris, VP at HE&M Saw and board member of the Oklahoma Manufacturing Alliance about how the OMA helps local manufacturers innovate, grow, and stay competitive. We cover key challenges like workforce development, automation, and reshoring, and share success stories of companies using the Alliance’s support to boost productivity and create quality jobs across the state.
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    20 mins
  • Season 2 Episode 4

    Season 2 Episode 4
    Jun 23 2025

    In this episode, we talk with Kristina Wadley, Associate Director of Programs at the Oklahoma Center for the Advancement of Science and Technology, about how Oklahoma is driving innovation through research, tech development, and support for entrepreneurs. From biotech to aerospace, OCAST connects scientists, startups, and industries to fuel economic growth. We explore their programs, hear success stories, and discuss the agency’s vision for the future of science and tech in the state.
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    17 mins
  • Programs, Planes, and other STEM things

    Programs, Planes, and other STEM things
    May 14 2025

    Pryor Innovation Center’s David Day join us on the podcast to talk about how they are preparing students for successful careers.
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    19 mins
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