Hosting Hochatown

05/19/2026

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT 🎙️

This week, Shilo Martin and Jay Lindly sit down with Chris White, who is running for State Representative in District 1. We talk about the issues facing Southeast Oklahoma, his goals for the district, local growth, tourism, small businesses, and much more.

No matter where you stand politically, this was a great conversation about the future of our area and the people who call it home.

Catch Episode 116 now and hear directly from the candidate himself!

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01/21/2026

New episode drops tonight!!

08/14/2025

HochaTalk #24

In the 115th episode of Hosting Hochatown, Jay Lindly, Shilo Martin, and Todd McDaniel bring you the latest updates on Hochatown. We cover revenue numbers and what they could mean for future projects, road maintenance plans impacting residents and visitors, and a look at some of the new ideas for the town. We also discuss recent staffing changes and additions at Town Hall. Whether you’re a resident, business owner, or visitor, this episode keeps you in the know on all things Hochatown.😎

Stay up to date on the news that matters most to our community.👇

Link to the episode in the comments.📱

06/18/2025

Beautiful day for a picnic in southeast Oklahoma. 😎

01/23/2025

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01/23/2025

Cameron Photography

In episode 113, Jay and Shilo sit down with Matt Cameron, owner/operator of Cameron Photography, for an in-depth conversation about his journey in the world of photography and beyond.

Join us as we discuss:
-The Changing Landscape of Cabin Photography in Hochatown: Matt shares his perspective on how the photography scene for cabin rentals in Hochatown has evolved over time.
-Matt’s YouTube Ventures in 2024: We dive into Matt’s creative pursuits on YouTube, exploring his goals and what he hopes to achieve in the coming year.
-Outlook for 2025: A look ahead at what Matt has planned for his business and personal growth in 2025.
-Starting Jiu Jitsu: Matt talks about his decision to start training in Jiu Jitsu and the impact it’s having on his life.
-Faith: The role of faith in Matt’s life and how it shapes both his business and personal journey.

This episode is packed with insights into photography, personal development, and faith. Enjoy!

https://theouachitapodcasts.com/podcast/cameron-photography/

Find this episode and more anywhere you listen to podcasts.

11/05/2024

"From Combat to Critical Care: The Journey of Todd Branda"

In Episode 112, Jay Lindly sits down with Todd Branda and Shilo Martin to explore an incredible journey through the skies. Todd shares his experiences flying combat helicopters over decades of service from military to EMS. They discuss his current role in flying EMS and dive into his exciting new venture, Paratus Critical Knowledge. With Veterans Day approaching, we thought this would be timely. Enjoy.

Key Topics:

– Todd Branda’s extensive military and private flying career.

– Stories and insights from flying combat helicopters.

– Transitioning to EMS and the challenges and rewards of the role.

– The mission and goals of Paratus Critical Knowledge.

Takeaways:

– The importance of adaptability and resilience in high-stakes environments.

– How military experience translates to civilian roles, especially in EMS.

-- Reaching out to Black Rifle Coffee Company

– The vision behind Paratus Critical Knowledge and its impact on critical care.

https://theouachitapodcasts.com/podcast/from-combat-to-critical-care-the-journey-of-todd-branda/

07/31/2024

Here’s a great interview with Dian Jordan about Hochatown growth and prosperity. 😄

Three hours north of DFW and ten miles up the road from Broken Bow, Okla., Hochatown has seen a tourism boom — and now must deal with the challenges accompanying it.

07/21/2024

“Leave it better than you found it.” ❤️‍🩹

There's a large dumpster conveniently located just across the parking lot from this overflowing trash can. We get it, walking a few extra steps is really hard.

Stop it.

📌 Beavers Bend

05/20/2024

"Representative Jon Echols"

In the 6th and final episode from Water Day at the state capitol, we have the house Majority Floor Leader Jon Echols, and he gets straight into the House Transportation Bill that affects ODOT, and the future of Hochatown traffic. Enjoy.

Hosting Hochatown is brought to you in part by,First State Bank, (FDIC), Mountain Fork Brewery & Taproom, Hochatown Distilling Company, and Washburn's Home Furnishings.

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https://theouachitapodcasts.com/podcast/representative-jon-echols/