Best The Oklahoman Podcasts (2024)

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Oklahomans vote, election results, pumpkins for Thanksgiving and more 18:27

8h ago18:27

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Oklahomans have their voices heard in the General Election We have results from several state and local races. If you’re having pumpkin on Thanksgiving, it’s likely coming from one place. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news th…

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Oklahomans get ready to head to the polls for the General Election 7:53

12d ago7:53

7:53

Oklahoma Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax provides an update on when, where, and how to vote in the 2024 General Election.By Dick Pryor

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LeadingAge Oklahoma CEO breaks down lawsuit challenging federal nursing home staffing rules 4:21

1h ago4:21

4:21

Oklahoma nursing homes are working to meet federal staffing rules, which require them to have a registered nurse on site 24/7 and employees to spend a minimum amount of time with each resident every day. Facilities say the unfunded mandate asks them to find staff they can’t afford and that doesn’t exist. Oklahoma is one of about 20 states that rece…

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General Election Day, Geary police force, Oklahoma Civil Rights Marker and more 10:01

12h ago10:01

10:01

The General Election finally arrives! The town of Geary loses its entire police force. The Oklahoma Civil Rights Trail gets its first marker. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure to …

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Oklahoma tornado damage, early voting record, Oklahoma Gazette returns and more 15:52

7h ago15:52

15:52

Central Oklahoma is cleaning up after weekend tornadoes. A record number of early voters cast ballots last week. The Oklahoma Gazette is returning to newsstands. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.o…

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Change in leadership creates "monumental" legislative election 5:08

2h ago5:08

5:08

We discuss the November 5th general election and how it could impact the next Oklahoma legislature.By Dick Pryor

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Influencer Clique: Part 1 21:00

12m ago21:00

21:00

Join Alex, Jessica, Ryan, and Taylor, Oklahoma’s top influencers with egos as big as their followings. These self-obsessed socialites find themselves invited to an exclusive event at a remote, opulent estate in Atoka, hosted by the enigmatic beauty Lysandra Nightshade. But beneath the allure of luxury, strange things lurk in the shadows of Lysandra…

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Latino voting, OKC winter shelter, Osage history destroyed and more 7:53

3d ago7:53

7:53

The Latino community is urging its people to vote. A new shelter opens for the unhoused as winter gets closer. The Osage Nation loses a little known piece of its history. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day …

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‘You can't gripe if you don't vote’: Early voting kicks off in Oklahoma 4:28

7d ago4:28

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Oklahomans took to the polls Wednesday for the first day of early voting. Oklahoma has four early voting days this year — that's two more than in the 2020 Presidential general election. Mentioned in this episode: Social Media tagsBy OPMX

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Ryan Walters reimbursement demand, Cherokee filmmaking, early voting and more 11:09

4d ago11:09

11:09

Ryan Walters wants reimbursement for educating certain children. A new partnership could boost filmmaking by Cherokee citizens. Early voting begins in Oklahoma. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.or…

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What Oklahoma City institution began as a collection of roadkill? 14:52

2d ago14:52

14:52

How Curious host/producer Rachel Hopkin the world's largest institution that’s solely dedicated to revealing and exploring the form and function of the skeletal system and which is based right here in OKC.By Rachel Hopkin

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New pornography law, political spending, wildlife refuge birthday and more 13:50

5d ago13:50

13:50

A new law could keep minors off pornography websites. A new report looks at political spending in Oklahoma. A federally protected refuge on the upper Mississippi River turns 100 this year. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news t…

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Oklahoma inmate polling, exercise and aging research, Quarter Pounders returning and more 8:44

6d ago8:44

8:44

A new poll examines presidential preferences for Oklahomans behind bars. Oklahoma researchers get a grant to study exercise and aging. McDonald’s is bringing back the Quarter Pounder. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throug…

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High fire danger, election day security, higher education barriers and more 17:00

7d ago17:00

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Oklahoma faces high fire danger today. Election officials Say voters will stay safe at their polling places. A new program at OSU-OKC offers help for people facing barriers to education. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news thr…

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Route 66 10:36

4d ago10:36

10:36

Margaritas on the beach was an easy seller for this friend group, but the beach never came. Join Becky, Milo, Atlas and Luca as this foursome encounters the more than they bargained for. Trigger Warning: This episode touches on sensitive topics that may be triggering for some listeners. Please listen at your own pace and feel free to take a break o…

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Drummond directs State Board of Education to find new legal counsel 5:54

5d ago5:54

5:54

State Board of Education holds shortened meeting after learning its the contract of its legal counsel was not being renewed.By Dick Pryor

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SBE legal issues, OKC Thunder win, WIlderado's new album and more 15:22

10d ago15:22

15:22

Legal issues delay actions at the State Board of Education. The Oklahoma City Thunder season starts with a win. The singer for the band Wilderado talks about his latest album. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the…

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Cell phones in schools, Thunder basketball returns, Chickasaw language opera and more 14:15

11d ago14:15

14:15

An interim study at the State Capitol focuses on cell phones in schools. The new season of Thunder basketball starts tonight. A new opera in the Chickasaw language premieres this month. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news thro…

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Immigration policy challenge, OKC drinking water, cultivated meat bans and more 15:02

12d ago15:02

15:02

Oklahoma’s top prosecutor joins in the fight against a new federal immigration policy. Fresh drinking water is coming to Oklahoma City’s Lake Hefner. Midwestern lawmakers are looking to ban cultivated meat. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all…

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Oklahoma burn bans, school choice study, local spooky books and more 8:25

13d ago8:25

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Dry weather forces burn bans across the state. A new report shines a light on Oklahoma’s private school tax credit program. Just in time for Halloween, we have recommendations on spooky books from local authors. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date o…

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Greer Center issues, OSU pedestrian safety, Tribal birth control and more 15:52

14d ago15:52

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The state opts out of fines for a developmental disability center in Enid. OSU moves forward with safety initiatives to protect pedestrians. Tribal areas are having difficulty obtaining the birth control pill known as Plan B. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can kee…

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La Siguanaba: Part 2 23:09

14d ago23:09

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What is the saying your mother used to say when growing up... don't touch a naked womans things? Or something like that. For Ezra unfortunately he didn't head his mother's warning. What will happen to the newlyweds as they have unleashed an ancient Salvadoran equestrian demon. Find out on the conclusion of 'La Siguanaba: Part 2' Trigger Warning: Th…

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Walters sued over Bible mandate, low ACT scores, DOJ visits Tulsa and more 16:42

17d ago16:42

16:42

State Superintendent Ryan Walters is facing another lawsuit over his directive to Oklahoma schools to provide a Bible in every classroom. Data released Wednesday shows Oklahoma’s ACT Scores are well below the national average. Officials from the Department of Justice were in Tulsa yesterday, visiting with people affected by the 1921 Tulsa Race Mass…

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Oklahoma higher ed workers navigate gaps in paid parental leave: lawmakers say it’s time to fix that 4:36

21d ago4:36

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A growing list of Oklahoma colleges and universities are offering their workers paid parental leave. But it’s still a minority. The momentum comes after Oklahoma mandated maternity leave for state employees and teachers last year. Lawmakers say it's time for the state to intervene for higher education workers. Mentioned in this episode: Social Medi…

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Federal family planning money, lead water pipes, Muscogee Nation battle and more 14:21

18d ago14:21

14:21

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to review a lower court decision that says Oklahoma isn’t entitled to federal family planning money it lost last year. Water utilities across the country have been hunting for lead in pipes that connect homes and other buildings to water mains. The battle between the Muscog…

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Pandemic education misspending, illegal immigration, the future of Kernza and more 12:57

19d ago12:57

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A grand jury blames Governor Stitt and Ryan Walters for pandemic education misspending. State lawmakers are trying to nail down numbers on illegal immigration. The new grain known as Kernza looks to have a budding future as a sustainable crop. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a co…

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Haunted Oklahoma with Jeff Provine 36:18

15d ago36:18

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Local author and expert in all things haunted in the state of Oklahoma Jeff Provine talks with us about his top five favorite haunted places around the state. If you'd like to learn more about Jeff's books or take one of his ghost tours, you can find him at http://www.jeffprovine.com/By Metropolitan Library System

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Oklahoma drought, Ryan Walters' legal fees, Indigenous Peoples' Day and more 9:02

20d ago9:02

9:02

Drought is getting worse across Oklahoma. Ryan Walters’ legal fees reach six figures in just five months Oklahomans across the state celebrate Indigenous People’s Day. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at …

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Oklahoma's next execution, meat recall, volunteer firefighter training and more 8:23

21d ago8:23

8:23

Oklahoma sets another execution before the end of the year. Ten million pounds of meat is getting recalled, OSU wants to provide free training to volunteer firefighters. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day a…

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La Siguanaba: Part 1 25:32

19d ago25:32

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In this episode, newlyweds Ezra and Jax set off on their dream honeymoon to El Salvador, eager to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture, savor the local food, and enjoy a romantic escape. But as they explore Ezra’s family’s homeland, their excitement turns to unease when curiosity about ancient Salvadoran folklore takes a dark and unexpected tu…

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Another Oklahoma case may be heard by U.S. Supreme Court 5:55

19d ago5:55

5:55

A legal decision involving the St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual Charter School may be the next Oklahoma case heard at the U.S. Supreme Court.By Dick Pryor

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U.S. Supreme Court hears Glossip's case, Oklahoma Texas border, Shawnee Tribe on Civilizations 7 and more 9:13

24d ago9:13

9:13

The case of an Oklahoma death row inmate goes before the nation’s highest court. Oklahoma and Texas settle a decades old dispute over their state lines. A video game company wants an accurate portrayal of the Shawnee Tribe. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep …

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A growing number of Oklahoma schools are adopting digital hall passes for safety, student accountability 4:40

28d ago4:40

4:40

Oklahoma schools use technology apps to manage everything from attendance to grades to parent communications. And now, a growing number of districts are updating hall passes to the digital age. They say the new tech is helping them curb behavioral issues that have spiked since the pandemic. Mentioned in this episode: Social Media tags…

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Terrorist plot latest, upcoming state questions, digital hall passes and more 18:42

25d ago18:42

18:42

An election day terror investigation includes a high school student from Oklahoma. Next month’s general election includes a couple of state questions. Hall passes in Oklahoma schools are going digital. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the …

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Terror attack arrest in Oklahoma, Walters' Bible bid, agriculture income decline and more 15:38

26d ago15:38

15:38

An Oklahoma resident faces accusations of attempting a terrorist attack. State Superintendent Ryan Walters revises his bid for 55,000 Bibles. Agricultural workers are facing a drop in income. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest new…

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Okie hurricane help, Governor Stitt's travel, tribal violent crime grant and more 9:44

27d ago9:44

9:44

Oklahomans are helping hurricane ravaged parts of the U.S. Questions are rising about the Governor’s use of the state’s airplane. An Oklahoma tribe is getting help to deal with violent crime. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest new…

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Richard Glossip case, license plate readers, tribal remains and more 12:45

28d ago12:45

12:45

An Oklahoma death row inmate’s case is going before the U.S. Supreme Court. Lawmakers are looking into license plate readers. A mismarked grave leads to disappointment for tribal members trying to recover remains. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date…

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Morning After 10:20

26d ago10:20

10:20

Barry, a stranger passing through Oklahoma City, meets a charismatic entertainer who quickly steals his heart. What starts as a night of passion takes a sinister twist when they retreat to a hotel room. As the night unfolds, the heat fades, and the shadows grow darker. What happens behind closed doors stays behind closed doors... or does it? Prepar…

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Interim legislative studies get underway at Oklahoma Capitol 5:53

1M ago5:53

5:53

Lawmakers aren't in session, but are looking ahead to next year and coming up with ideas for potential billsBy Dick Pryor

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Walters wants Trump Bibles, new Tourism director, National Indian Taco Championship and more 10:55

1M ago10:55

10:55

Superintendent Ryan Walters appears to want Donald Trump Bibles in every classroom. The Department of Tourism is getting a new leader. A celebration of Indian Tacos comes to Pawhuska this weekend. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the lates…

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Convicted of murder as a teenager, Wayne Thompson hopes for a second chance at freedom 5:08

1M ago5:08

5:08

He was 15 when he killed his sister’s abuser. Even after years of good conduct, the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board has rejected recommending him for release. Mentioned in this episode: Social Media tagsBy OPMX

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School inhalers, Oklahoma County social services, inmate parole difficulties and more 15:20

1M ago15:20

15:20

Oklahoma’s top prosecutor admonishes Superintendent Ryan Walters over inhalers. A new law forces the closure of a social services department in Oklahoma County. Inmates in the state are facing an uphill battle in getting paroled. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can…

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Tim Tebow bill, Cherokee tag compact, college student hunger and more 11:58

1M ago11:58

11:58

New legislation could allow homeschool students to participate in public school activities. The Cherokee Nation is considering a new car tag compact deal. Universities are tackling the issue of food insecurity for students. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep …

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Oklahomans helping after Helene, 2024 legislative races, Ozempic research and more 10:12

1M ago10:12

10:12

Oklahomans are helping with recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. The General Election is getting closer. Researchers in our state are looking at more uses for drugs like Ozempic. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news througho…

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Voter registration deadline, Cherokee Housing Act, college football polling and more 9:30

1M ago9:30

9:30

A voter registration deadline is fast approaching. New housing opportunities are coming for Cherokee citizens. Changes are coming to OU and OSU football teams in the polls. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the da…

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Season 3 Trailer 1:41

1M ago1:41

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The crypt has been unlocked, and we're back to haunt you with the trailer for Season 3 of our limited queer horror anthology. Six chilling episodes await, dropping every Friday at 6 PM, starting on 10/04/24. Each story is crafted and voiced by the Oklahomos, bringing nightmares to life. Brace yourself, October is just the beginning. Intro Theme Son…

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Market signs are good for state but workforce hinders Oklahoma economy 11:48

1M ago11:48

11:48

A leading Oklahoma economist says the Oklahoma economy is holding up well, but concerns are growing about education and workforce.By Dick Pryor

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Ryan Walters Bibles, Emmanuel Littlejohn execution, Universe in 100 Colors and more 10:38

1M ago10:38

10:38

Superintendent Ryan Walters wants $6 million for Bibles. The state executes Emmanuel Littlejohn. A new book looks at the colors of the universe. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to date on all the latest news throughout the day at KOSU.org and make sure …

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Ryan Walters lawsuit, Muscogee Nation arguments, Norman homeless shelter and more 12:06

1M ago12:06

12:06

State Superintendent Ryan Walters loses a case against a television news station. The Muscogee Nation argues its case over burial remains in Alabama. Norman wrestles with a location for its permanent homeless shelter. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to …

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Cherokee tribal tags, Muscogee burial lawsuit, Midwest prairie strips and more 13:51

1M ago13:51

13:51

Oklahoma and the Cherokee Nation face an impasse over tribal tag compacts. The Muscogee Nation heads to court over burial remains in Alabama. Midwestern farmers are integrating native prairie back into their fields. You can find the KOSU Daily wherever you get your podcasts, you can also subscribe, rate us and leave a comment. You can keep up to da…

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