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<channel><title><![CDATA[Doug Wedge - Blog]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog]]></link><description><![CDATA[Blog]]></description><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 11:02:20 -0700</pubDate><generator>Weebly</generator><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome, Wesley Stace!]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/welcome-wesley-stace]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/welcome-wesley-stace#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:28:57 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/welcome-wesley-stace</guid><description><![CDATA[       We're excited to host Wesley Stace for an OKC house concert on May 15!&nbsp; We interviewed Wes to learn what he's up to.&nbsp; Check out the conversation on Spotify or Apple, and join us for the show!&nbsp; Message for reservations / questions.&nbsp;&nbsp;https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ODxUy3cwByLjia2jhva5w?si=kMPyH1v4SAmX3EpAOHTGXw [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/wesley-stace-flyer_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">We're excited to host Wesley Stace for an OKC house concert on May 15!&nbsp; We interviewed Wes to learn what he's up to.&nbsp; Check out the conversation on Spotify or Apple, and join us for the show!&nbsp; Message for reservations / questions.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><br />https://open.spotify.com/episode/6ODxUy3cwByLjia2jhva5w?si=kMPyH1v4SAmX3EpAOHTGXw</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[OKC House Concert!  With Jude Brothers and Dandelioness!]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-with-jude-brothers-and-dandelioness]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-with-jude-brothers-and-dandelioness#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 31 Mar 2026 02:40:43 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-with-jude-brothers-and-dandelioness</guid><description><![CDATA[       We are beyond excited to host the exquisite and STERLING Jude Brothers and Dandelioness for a cozy house concert on Saturday, April 4.&nbsp; Join us!&nbsp; Happy hour at 7 pm (BYOB, and Modern Liquor will provide complimentary beer and wine), music at 8 pm, and suggested donation of $15 to the artists.&nbsp; Email curiouspairpresents@gmail.com for reservations / more information.&nbsp;&nbsp; [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/jude-brothers-flyer_orig.jpeg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">We are beyond excited to host the exquisite and STERLING Jude Brothers and Dandelioness for a cozy house concert on Saturday, April 4.&nbsp; Join us!&nbsp; Happy hour at 7 pm (BYOB, and Modern Liquor will provide complimentary beer and wine), music at 8 pm, and suggested donation of $15 to the artists.&nbsp; Email curiouspairpresents@gmail.com for reservations / more information.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[OKC House Concert:  Jack McKeon]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-jack-mckeon]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-jack-mckeon#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:13:22 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-jack-mckeon</guid><description><![CDATA[       Armed with a fresh batch of tunes, Jack McKeon visits Oklahoma City and shares his music in a cozy living room / listening room setting on March 7.&nbsp; For reservations or more information, contact curiouspairpresents@gmail.com.&nbsp;&nbsp; [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/jack-mckeon-march-7_orig.png" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">Armed with a fresh batch of tunes, Jack McKeon visits Oklahoma City and shares his music in a cozy living room / listening room setting on March 7.&nbsp; For reservations or more information, contact curiouspairpresents@gmail.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Curious Pair Chats with Jack Studer]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/the-curious-pair-chats-with-jack-studer]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/the-curious-pair-chats-with-jack-studer#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Mon, 23 Feb 2026 02:52:13 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/the-curious-pair-chats-with-jack-studer</guid><description><![CDATA[       Jack Studer plays a house concert in Oklahoma City on March 25.&nbsp; We chatted with him to learn more about his new record,&nbsp;Falling Forward.&nbsp;&nbsp;Check out our conversation at&nbsp;https://open.spotify.com/episode/2G5kXZzjPJWFH64TgV63nF?si=wTdg6N7WScm0lMoUI49lCA and contact curiouspairpresents@gmail.com for more information about or reservations for the OKC house show.&nbsp;&nbsp; [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/jack-studer-2_orig.jpeg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">Jack Studer plays a house concert in Oklahoma City on March 25.&nbsp; We chatted with him to learn more about his new record,&nbsp;<em>Falling Forward.&nbsp;&nbsp;</em>Check out our conversation at&nbsp;https://open.spotify.com/episode/2G5kXZzjPJWFH64TgV63nF?si=wTdg6N7WScm0lMoUI49lCA and contact curiouspairpresents@gmail.com for more information about or reservations for the OKC house show.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[OKC House Concert -- Carter Sampson and Kyle Reid!!!]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-carter-sampson-and-kyle-reid]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-carter-sampson-and-kyle-reid#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:00:58 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-carter-sampson-and-kyle-reid</guid><description><![CDATA[       OKC!&nbsp; It's house concert time on Saturday, February 21 with CARTER SAMPSON and KYLE REID!!!&nbsp; Let's go!&nbsp; Happy hour at 7 p.m., music at 8 p.m., suggested donation of $15 per person, and refreshing beverages provided by MODERN LIQUOR.&nbsp; For reservations or more information, please contact curiouspairpresents@gmail.com.&nbsp;&nbsp; [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/carter-sampson-and-kyle-reid-flyer_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">OKC!&nbsp; It's house concert time on Saturday, February 21 with CARTER SAMPSON and KYLE REID!!!&nbsp; Let's go!&nbsp; Happy hour at 7 p.m., music at 8 p.m., suggested donation of $15 per person, and refreshing beverages provided by MODERN LIQUOR.&nbsp; For reservations or more information, please contact curiouspairpresents@gmail.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pitchers and Catchers Report -- a Chat with Koyie Hill]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/pitchers-and-catchers-report-a-chat-with-koyie-hill]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/pitchers-and-catchers-report-a-chat-with-koyie-hill#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Thu, 05 Feb 2026 23:50:20 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/pitchers-and-catchers-report-a-chat-with-koyie-hill</guid><description><![CDATA[       What happens when pitchers and catchers report early to spring training?&nbsp; Check out the latest episode of my podcast "See You at the Ballpark" and my conversation with former MLB catcher Koyie Hill who shares his insights.&nbsp; "See You at the Ballpark" is available on Spotify and Apple.&nbsp;&nbsp;https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HDPHXXSU51cFsUWiK7EWI?si=UpS68v2qSQ-Y2i5QNuq_5whttps://podcastsconnect.apple.com/my-podcasts/show/see-you-at-the-ballpark/181d403d-9201-4771-a6c2-73e0de0 [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/koyie-hill-catching_orig.jpeg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">What happens when pitchers and catchers report early to spring training?&nbsp; Check out the latest episode of my podcast "See You at the Ballpark" and my conversation with former MLB catcher Koyie Hill who shares his insights.&nbsp; "See You at the Ballpark" is available on Spotify and Apple.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HDPHXXSU51cFsUWiK7EWI?si=UpS68v2qSQ-Y2i5QNuq_5w<br />https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/my-podcasts/show/see-you-at-the-ballpark/181d403d-9201-4771-a6c2-73e0de0b7ee1/episode/baseball-begins-pitchers-and-catchers-report-insights-from-koyie-hill/b1e2997a-ba8e-4024-b00f-25cc84b9b853<br></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[OKC House Concert with Zoe Basha]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-with-zoe-basha]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-with-zoe-basha#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 03:24:00 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/okc-house-concert-with-zoe-basha</guid><description><![CDATA[       Join us as we host ZOE BASHA on Saturday, January 31 for a cozy house concert!&nbsp; Enjoy a great singer-songwriter in an intimate setting!&nbsp; Message for reservations / more details!&nbsp;&nbsp; [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/zoe-basha-flyer_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">Join us as we host ZOE BASHA on Saturday, January 31 for a cozy house concert!&nbsp; Enjoy a great singer-songwriter in an intimate setting!&nbsp; Message for reservations / more details!&nbsp;&nbsp;</div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Chat with Randy Jones]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/a-chat-with-randy-jones]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/a-chat-with-randy-jones#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Sun, 07 Dec 2025 01:14:18 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/a-chat-with-randy-jones</guid><description><![CDATA[       In 2017, I interviewed Randy Jones in connection with the book I was researching and writing about Cy Young Award winners.&nbsp; We met before a Padres game at Petco Park (best craft beer offerings at a Major League stadium in my experience so far).&nbsp; He sipped cherry Cokes and patiently and graciously answered my questions.&nbsp; In my podcast, See You at the Ballpark!, I share excerpts of our conversation.&nbsp; I hope you'll check it out, and I hope you enjoy it.&nbsp; The podcast  [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/randy-jones-111925_orig.webp" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">In 2017, I interviewed Randy Jones in connection with the book I was researching and writing about Cy Young Award winners.&nbsp; We met before a Padres game at Petco Park (best craft beer offerings at a Major League stadium in my experience so far).&nbsp; He sipped cherry Cokes and patiently and graciously answered my questions.&nbsp; In my podcast, See You at the Ballpark!, I share excerpts of our conversation.&nbsp; I hope you'll check it out, and I hope you enjoy it.&nbsp; The podcast is on Spotify and Apple.&nbsp; Here's a link:&nbsp; https://open.spotify.com/episode/1TB8LnDIkdL0L4uHGRif38?si=QXi1_Se-RsqUHYCAUjw53g&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[See You at the Ballpark! 1964 Cy Young Award Winner, Dean Chance]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/see-you-at-the-ballpark-1964-cy-young-award-winner-dean-chance]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/see-you-at-the-ballpark-1964-cy-young-award-winner-dean-chance#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 00:32:16 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/see-you-at-the-ballpark-1964-cy-young-award-winner-dean-chance</guid><description><![CDATA[       Fifty years after Dean Chance earned Cy Young Award honors as MLB's best pitcher in 1964, I interviewed him at his home in Wooster, Ohio.&nbsp; We chatted about his background, keys to success, and standout moments when he was recognized as the best at his craft.&nbsp; Excerpts of our conversation are available on the latest episode of "See You at the Ballpark!" on Apple and Spotify.&nbsp; Hope you'll give it a listen and enjoy!&nbsp;&nbsp;https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RWYt2ce8qYzayyq [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/dean-chance_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">Fifty years after Dean Chance earned Cy Young Award honors as MLB's best pitcher in 1964, I interviewed him at his home in Wooster, Ohio.&nbsp; We chatted about his background, keys to success, and standout moments when he was recognized as the best at his craft.&nbsp; Excerpts of our conversation are available on the latest episode of "See You at the Ballpark!" on Apple and Spotify.&nbsp; Hope you'll give it a listen and enjoy!&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><br />https://open.spotify.com/episode/1RWYt2ce8qYzayyqIMMtWG?si=0JL2K8aEQL616StwQC_9jQ<br></div>]]></content:encoded></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Curious Pair Presents -- a Podcast Episode with Sweet Megg]]></title><link><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/the-curious-pair-presents-a-podcast-episode-with-sweet-megg]]></link><comments><![CDATA[https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/the-curious-pair-presents-a-podcast-episode-with-sweet-megg#comments]]></comments><pubDate>Tue, 04 Nov 2025 00:47:38 GMT</pubDate><category><![CDATA[Uncategorized]]></category><guid isPermaLink="false">https://www.dougwedge.com/blog/the-curious-pair-presents-a-podcast-episode-with-sweet-megg</guid><description><![CDATA[       In September, we were so lucky to host Sweet Megg for an Oklahoma City house concert.&nbsp; And, bonus!&nbsp; We chatted with her post-show to learn more about her musical background, interest in France and Tulsa, and dressing Oscar the Cat.&nbsp; Give the chat a listen -- The Curious Pair Presents is available on Apple and Spotify.&nbsp;&nbsp;https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/my-podcasts/show/the-curious-pair-presents/7f1f969c-099f-4a9a-9612-289d62347215/episode/episode-2-sweet-megg/75e3 [...] ]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<div><div class="wsite-image wsite-image-border-none " style="padding-top:10px;padding-bottom:10px;margin-left:0;margin-right:0;text-align:center"> <a> <img src="https://www.dougwedge.com/uploads/2/4/5/2/24527972/cp-with-sweet-megg-9-25_orig.jpg" alt="Picture" style="width:auto;max-width:100%" /> </a> <div style="display:block;font-size:90%"></div> </div></div>  <div class="paragraph">In September, we were so lucky to host Sweet Megg for an Oklahoma City house concert.&nbsp; And, bonus!&nbsp; We chatted with her post-show to learn more about her musical background, interest in France and Tulsa, and dressing Oscar the Cat.&nbsp; Give the chat a listen -- The Curious Pair Presents is available on Apple and Spotify.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br /><br />https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/my-podcasts/show/the-curious-pair-presents/7f1f969c-099f-4a9a-9612-289d62347215/episode/episode-2-sweet-megg/75e37373-ed49-4c9d-9923-aa089ed7e140<br /><br />https://open.spotify.com/episode/1gGOpX3ucDegOAYJVY5C8l?si=kr-GDK66QYmkiG09FOg4UQ<br></div>]]></content:encoded></item></channel></rss>