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Episode 17: Pistol Pete

Amplified Oklahoma Show Notes

September 14, 2017

Frank "Pistol Pete" Eaton was a true cowboy, the epitome of the Old West with a colorful past. He also happens to be the man Oklahoma State University's mascot is modeled after. This episode of Amplified Oklahoma is all about Pistol Pete and the students who bring the legend to life. From the oral history archives, we'll hear from two former mascots, Bill F. Smith and Phil Glasgow. Later, OSU Pom Coach and Spirit Coordinator Beki Jackson and current mascot Kyle Foreman share more about what it takes to become Pistol Pete.

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Molly Sanders

Molly Sanders is a sophomore multimedia journalism and history major from Morrison, Oklahoma. She is involved in numerous campus organizations, including History Club and Kappa Delta Sorority, and she also writes for the Odyssey Online. Upon graduation in 2020, Molly hopes to continue sharing her passion for history and learning.