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Why is ODMHSAS still struggling so much?
Episode 322
Andy & Emily discuss how late-night lawmaking and budget maneuvers reduce transparency, then unpack a pressing—and persistent—Department of Mental He…
7 hours ago
The Man Who Knows Everything (with Shawn Ashley)
Episode 321
Almost no one living person has spent more time at the Oklahoma State Capitol than longtime capitol reporter Shawn Ashley. From being a public televi…
2 weeks ago
Save us from the SAVE Act
Episode 320
We're joined by Dr. Christine Pappas, Professor and Chair of the Department of Politics, Law and Society at East Central University, to discuss the S…
3 weeks ago
We've got a new co-host!
Episode 319
Dr. Emily Stacey returns to the show, but this time as our new co-host. This episode is really about getting to know her so that listeners have some …
1 month ago
What are we doing, America?
Episode 318
We're back for a lightning-round episode to catch you up on the State of the State, voter registration numbers, election dates, and even a little bit…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
What do DAs do, exactly? (with Colleen McCarty)
Episode 317
Andy visits with Colleen McCarty, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Appleseed Center for Law & Justice, about the role and responsibilities of Distr…
2 months, 1 week ago
A look back at 2025
Episode 316
We take a look back at some of the highlights (and lowlights) of 2025, and lay the groundwork for the year ahead.
2 months, 3 weeks ago
God bless Independent Voters (with Keith Gaddie)
Episode 315
Keith and Andy discuss the electoral reform movement, Oklahoma Independents being blocked from participating in ALL primary elections, and, somewhat …
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Finding Thankfulness
Episode 314
As 2025 begins to wind down, Andy reflects on what he's thankful for and offers some encouragement for the year ahead.
4 months ago
The architecture of democracy (with Keith Gaddie)
Episode 313
Keith Gaddie returns to give us the history of White House architecture, how it connects to grievance politics, and how we can help ensure your fello…
4 months, 3 weeks ago