Topic: Sooners

2 chapters across the catalog

Sculley and Heil
Episode 737 1:06:38 - 1:11:46

737: Sculley and Heil

Pipe Organ Tuning, Harmonic Content and Concerts

Heil explains the technical process of tuning pipe organs, emphasizing the difference between pitch and harmonic balance. He describes the physical structure of clarinet and trumpet pipes and the time-consuming nature of voicing an instrument. Heil mentions that he still performs theatrical organ concerts across the Midwest, including recent shows in Oklahoma and Missouri.

Fifth Column
Episode 686 1:05:09 - 1:08:15

686: Fifth Column

Sir Davey, Oklahoma Sooners and Posthumous Knighthoods

Sir Davey of the Sooner State is knighted, prompting an explanation of the term "Sooner" originating from the 1889 Oklahoma land rush. The segment also covers a request for a "posthumous night" or "white night" designation, which the hosts reject in favor of standard peerage titles. Relationship karma is granted to several producers seeking success in their personal lives.