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Let"s Pod This

Let"s Pod This talks with policymakers, advocates, elected officials, and regular folks from across Oklahoma to explain how our government works and provide context for the pressing issues facing our state. A project of Let"s Fix This (letsfixthis.org).

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46:02

Muslim courage (with Adam Soltani)

Let"s Pod This ·

2023/03/18

We're joined by CAIR Oklahoma executive director, Adam Soltani, to discuss the "othering" of Muslims and other marginalized groups by some members of the Oklahoma legislature, as well as their recent Muslim Day the Capitol and their upcoming Ramadan Iftar with elected officials.

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59:45

Public Health "Awokening" (with Sunshine Cowan)

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2023/03/10

Andy interviews public health professor Sunshine Cowan, PhD about the role & purpose of public health and the history & current use of the word "woke."

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52:01

Weed by the Wink

Let"s Pod This ·

2023/03/04

SQ820 is on the ballot, the Republicans in the state legislature vote to restrict individual freedom for certain Oklahomans, and there's a big election on April 4th.

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01:05:40

Ballot Initiatives and Buckle Up (with Rep. Mickey...

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2023/02/25

Representative Mickey "Kickstand" Dollens joins us to discuss bills attacking the ballot initiative process, the House GOP education proposal, and the somewhat bizarre behavior of our State Superintendent.

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59:27

Labor Omnia Vincit (with Leslie Osborn)

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2023/02/18

Labor Commissioner Leslie Osborn joins Andy to discuss the role of the Labor Commissioner, her plans for her second term, and timely topics such as open primaries, the legislative process, and why investing in public education is workforce development.Coverage of the House education plan: NonDoc | The OklahomanOpening clip from The Newsroom

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55:10

Live feedback during State of the State

Let"s Pod This ·

2023/02/07

Governor Stitt delivered his State of the State addresses and we invited two of our listeners - intern Micah Caruso and Andy's father, Eddie Moore, into the studio to provide live feedback during and after the speech.

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01:00:39

What to watch with education policy (with OEA's Ellen...

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2023/02/04

It's the week before session and all of Oklahoma is abuzz with discussion about newly elected State Superintendent Ryan Walter's budget request (and his comments about wanting to divide Tulsa Public Schools into multiple districts), so we invited education policy expert Ellen Pogemiller from OEA to join us to discuss what they're watching this year. Links discussed: You can register to attend the 2023 State of the State Address with Let’s Fix This on our Community Calendar on our websiteThe State of

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51:14

We're back! (What's all this about "fake math?")

Let"s Pod This ·

2023/01/28

Andy and Scott return from break and jump right into the issue that's taking up all the oxygen in Oklahoma politics right now - education. Specifically, why is State Superintendent (and Education Secretary) Ryan Walters all over the news this week? Ryan Walters presented his budget to the State Board of Education (NonDoc)Why OK is paying the State Superintendent More Than the Governor (Oklahoma Watch)Thousands of bills filed this year, roughly half of which are shell bills. We’re watching several

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49:03

2022 Election Reflection

Let"s Pod This ·

2022/12/17

We return from an unexpectedly long hiatus to reflect on the 2022 election, briefly look ahead to upcoming elections in February, March, and April, and Bailey shares a big announcement!Links mentioned: Here are the candidates campaigning for OKC City Council seats (OKC Free Press)

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35:53

Well, what's going to happen on Election Day?

Let"s Pod This ·

2022/11/04

Andy, Scott, & Bailey prognosticate about polling, about polling errors, about turnout, about the many ways this election could go (and why). Join us for The Election Night Show at Tower Theatre.Republicans Are Just A Normal Polling Error Away From A Landslide — Or Wiping Out (FiveThirtyEight)

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25:02

Accessibility for Disabled Voters

Let"s Pod This ·

2022/11/02

In this "minisode," poll worker Michelle Bui explains some of the options available to voters who need special assistance or accomodations to vote, ranging from voting from your car to using an audio tactile interface (ATI). Accessibility informationEarly Voting locations

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37:00

New Outside Counsel

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2022/10/28

Governor Stitt has hired new outside counsel for the tribal gaming compacts cases, OKCPS school bond is on the ballot, recreational marijuana is a future ballot, and we're all a little weary in the lead up to the election.Links mentioned:CourtFacts.org (info on judicial retention ballot)Judges on the Ballot in Oklahoma: What You Need to Know (OK Policy)OKCPS Bond informationOklahoma Gov. Stitt resurrects gaming compact fight with tribes, hires new outside legal counsel (KOSU)

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51:22

Was the Debate a Disaster?

Let"s Pod This ·

2022/10/22

The race for Oklahoma governor continues to heat up, with both candidates polling within the margin of error, outside money pouring in, and a debate performance that is the talk of the town (or at least of twitter). We dig into what it all could mean on election day. Click here to volunteer with Let's Fix This*As a reminder, all opinions expressed in this podcast are not reflective of Let's Fix This, its supporters, or any other organization with whom any of the hosts or guests may be

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49:37

Grab Your Future by the Ballot (with LWV Oklahoma)

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2022/10/15

GOTV season is now upon us, and the League of Women Voters are here to help Oklahomans be more informed voters. Several of their members join us for this episode; also be sure to check out their 2022 OK Voter Guide.

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54:17

Unexpectedly close and political power plays

Let"s Pod This ·

2022/10/03

More recent polling indicates that a couple of races are unexpectedly close - but does that mean the outcome will be, too? Also: a challenger to Treat's hold on power in the Senate, the legislature continues its attacks on transgender Oklahomans, and SQ820 is bumped from the ballot for totally bogus reasons.Stitt still wants to eliminate the grocery tax; the Senate still does notLegislature bullying OU Health into scaling back healthcare for trans kidsSQ820 not on ballot this yearWalmart wants to

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46:03

How will national politics affect Oklahoma in November?

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2022/09/10

Scott and Andy discuss how the broader national political environment may affect Oklahoma's electoral outcomes in November and the importance of nonpartisan voter mobilization. (Sign up for our Day of Action on Oct 1st here!)

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01:00:30

Your Tax Dollars at Work (with Julia Kirt and...

Let"s Pod This ·

2022/08/27

Andy is joined by two guests: State Senator Julia Kirt to discuss her independent interim study on tax policy and Michelle Tilley with Yes on 820, the ballot initiative which would legalize recreational marijuana and make some important changes to both criminal penalties related to marijuana and add considerable funding for core services like public education.

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52:36

Veterans, teachers, and blame-shifting

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2022/08/13

Oklahoma veterans groups sue the Governor, the teacher shortage crisis deepens, and the state is attempting to blame a vendor for their own failure to protect taxpayer money. Links are below! Lawsuit alleges Gov. Kevin Stitt violated state law in appointing veterans commissionerTeacher shortage across Oklahoma causing stress in classroomsState sues Florida company over management of federal COVID relief program for students

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44:29

What the Kansas abortion vote could signal for Oklahoma

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2022/08/08

Andy & Scott discuss Kansans' rejection of a state question that would have ended abortion protections that are codified in their state constitution, the new & improved Forward Party, and proportional representation.

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54:05

Everyone gets an audit

Let"s Pod This ·

2022/07/24

With roughly 100 days left until the general election, multiple state-funded entities are being audited and/or under investigation. We talk about those as well as a high-level overview of the interim studies that have been approved for this year.

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