Brenda Barwick and Mimi Turner
Recorded
April 6, 2022
Archived
April 6, 2022
47:25 minutes
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Id:
ddv001568
Description
Brenda Barwick [no age given] and One Small Step partner Mimi Turner (36) discuss Oklahoma City changes and progress, influential people in their lives, and their political leanings.Subject Log / Time Code
MT's parents came after the Vietnam war and describe what growing up was like. She acknowledges them as big influences in her life.
BB worked with Ronald Reagan for 9 years and was inspired by his community building.
BB and MT describe OKC as micro districts with an urban core. A city supportive of local businesses, and supporting one's community.
Having seen OKC change throughout the years, BB and MT note how exciting it is to see locals stay to build their careers and families.
MT works for an optometrist in the community prior to considering moving away to NYC.
BB started her own company, generating 20 jobs in the area, that pursues federal contracts and supports national campaigns.
MT and BB discuss their current political leanings and topics of interest.
MT and BB talk about the "phase" they went through where they held strong socialist ideas.
MT and BB reflect on the OKC bombing and its impact on the community.
Participants
- Brenda Barwick
- Mimi Turner