Episodes

  • Governor Brief - Oklahoma - Stitt's Final State of the State: Tax Cuts, School Choice, and Spending Caps

    Governor Brief - Oklahoma - Stitt's Final State of the State: Tax Cuts, School Choice, and Spending Caps
    Apr 15 2026
    Marc Ellery covers Governor Kevin Stitt's final State of the State address, where Oklahoma's outgoing governor pushes sweeping reforms: a constitutional spending cap, income tax cuts, property tax freeze, expanded school choice, making superintendent appointed, and repealing medical marijuana. With legislative approval uncertain, Stitt accelerates his restructuring agenda.

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    17 mins
  • Governor Brief - Oklahoma - Stitt's $12.7B Budget Deal: Teacher Raises & School Choice Win

    Governor Brief - Oklahoma - Stitt's $12.7B Budget Deal: Teacher Raises & School Choice Win
    Apr 11 2026
    Marc Ellery unpacks Oklahoma's $12.7 billion budget deal under Governor Kevin Stitt, including $230 million for schools, teacher pay raises, school choice tax credits, and a controversial shift of Medicaid expansion from the state constitution to legislative control.

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    19 mins
  • Oklahoma Governor Stitt: Budget, Faith Month, and Election Updates

    Oklahoma Governor Stitt: Budget, Faith Month, and Election Updates
    Apr 8 2026
    # Oklahoma Governor Podcast Episode Description

    **Governor Kevin Stitt's $12.8B Budget Proposal, Faith Month Declaration & 2026 Election Updates**

    Tune in to the Oklahoma Governor Podcast as host Marc breaks down the latest political developments affecting Oklahoma under Governor Kevin Stitt's second term. This episode covers three major stories shaping the state:

    🏛️ **State Budget News**: Republican lawmakers announce a $12.8 billion budget proposal with Governor Stitt, Senate fiscal chair Chuck Hall, Senate Pro Tem Lonnie Paxton, and House Speaker Kyle Hilbert. Explore the ongoing discussions around education funding, public safety priorities, and fiscal policy debates.

    ⛪ **Faith Month Declaration**: Governor Stitt proclaims April 2026 as Faith Month, celebrating religious liberty and faith's role in Oklahoma's history during Easter and Passover seasons. Discover how faith communities are responding to this conservative initiative.

    🗳️ **2026 Election Filing Week**: State Auditor Cindy Byrd files for statewide office as no primary challengers to Governor Stitt have emerged yet. Get the latest on election updates and trending social media conversations around Oklahoma politics.

    Plus: Oklahoma's job growth outpacing national averages, debates over teacher pay raises, and tribal compact renewal discussions.

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    **Keywords**: Oklahoma Governor, Kevin Stitt, state budget, Oklahoma politics, 2026 election, Faith Month, Oklahoma economy

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    3 mins
  • Oklahoma Governor Stitt Secures Early 12.79 Billion Budget Deal

    Oklahoma Governor Stitt Secures Early 12.79 Billion Budget Deal
    Apr 4 2026
    # Oklahoma Governor Podcast: $12.79 Billion Budget Deal & Sovereign Wealth Fund Breakthrough

    **Episode Description:**

    Discover the latest developments in Oklahoma governance as host Marc breaks down Governor Kevin Stitt's historic budget achievement. In this episode, we cover the groundbreaking $12.79 billion budget deal announced April 1, 2026—the earliest comprehensive state budget agreement in recent Oklahoma history.

    Learn about the major highlights including:
    - **Oklahoma's first sovereign wealth fund**: The new Oklahoma Taxpayer Endowment Fund with $200 million initial commitment, projected to exceed $1 billion in 10 years
    - **Education investments**: $208.7 million boost for the State Department of Education, including $80 million for reading and math programs and an $85 million teacher pay raise package
    - **Social services expansion**: Funding for Medicaid Advantage Waiver programs, SNAP nutrition assistance, election software upgrades, and extended foster care benefits
    - **Political implications**: Analysis of House Bill 4440 regarding Medicaid expansion and the 2026 governor's race with 15 candidates

    Perfect for Oklahoma residents, policy enthusiasts, and anyone interested in state government, budget priorities, and education funding. Tune in for comprehensive coverage of Governor Stitt's legislative wins and what they mean for Oklahoma's future.

    **Keywords:** Oklahoma governor, Kevin Stitt, state budget 2027, sovereign wealth fund, education funding, Oklahoma politics

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    4 mins