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Why are people hungry when we're a land with so much food?
Chris Bernard, the president and chief executive officer of Hunger Free Oklahoma, joins Ginnie Graham this week to discuss a local and national issue that she calls "so solvable." Bernard says that food insecurity is a problem that shouldn't exist in America. So why is it such a big problem? Bernard and Graham dig into the issue and Bernard lays out some of the ways we can address the root issue.
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Ginnie Graham: Everyone can learn how to reduce food waste in their homes
Rep. John Waldron: Lawmakers, school districts have chance to eliminate school lunch debt for thousands of Oklahomans
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Nov 16, 2023
'Killers of the Flower Moon' thoughts from former Osage chief
Jim Gray served as the Osage Nation chief from 2002 to 2010 and is the principal consultant at D.B.A. Gray Consultants. "I can’t escape from this history," Gray wrote in a guest column. "As an Osage, my great-grandfather, Henry Roan, is murdered in this film. As a former Chief of the Osage Nation, I had to deal with many unresolved issues that are associated with this period."
He speaks with Editorials Editor Ginnie Graham about his thoughts on having the Osage 'Reign of Terror' history told through the "Killers of the Flower Moon" book and movie.
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Former Osage Nation Chief Jim Gray column: 'Killers of the Flower Moon' teachable moment remains uncertain
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Tulsa World Scene podcast: From Killers of the Flower Moon to Reservation Dogs: The future of Indigenous mainstream storytelling
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Oct 26, 2023
Do standardized tests really reflect students' academic skills?
Anna Johnson is a professor and researcher at Georgetown University who has been studying education in Tulsa since 2016. She talks with Ginnie Graham about comparing third grade Oklahoma State Testing Program (OSTP) scores — the state’s standardized test — to researcher-administered developmental tests of children’s academic skills. Why might these tests not tell the full story of student skills? Would scaling back testing frequency help?
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Opinion column by Anna Johnson: What Oklahoma standardized third grade tests can tell us — and what they can't
2022 state test scores indicate partial academic rebound
From 2016: Tulsa's third-grade reading test results climb significantly for second year in a row
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Oct 18, 2023
How can we help the homeless, including mental health treatment
One of the most common predictors of resisting mental health treatment is anosognosia, which is a lack of awareness of being mentally ill. Mike Brose is the former executive director of the Mental Health Association Oklahoma, adjunct university instructor and practicing licensed clinical social worker. He is a member of the Tulsa World Community Advisory Board. He speaks with Ginnie Graham about how Tulsa can help the homeless population, including those who who suffer from mental illness.
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Opinion column by Mike Brose: Doing the same thing over and again to reach Tulsa's most vulnerable homeless people a failing approach
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Survey finds Tulsans open to other approaches to address homelessness, nonprofit says
Ginnie Graham: Grand Mental Health entering Tulsa's mental health services landscape
Opinion: Access to mental health services 24/7 key to having successful outcomes
Lawmakers asked to reform Oklahoma's eviction process
In 10 years serving Tulsa's homeless, City Lights finds 'everybody has something to give'
City seeks operator for proposed homeless shelter, case management program
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Oct 6, 2023
The problem with A-F report cards for schools and school districts
"What separates an F school from an A school? What separates the schools at the top from those at the bottom? Affluence," writes Rep. John Waldron in his latest column. He represents Tulsa’s District 77 in the Oklahoma House. Previously, he worked as a social studies and history teacher at Booker T. Washington High School. He joins Ginnie Graham to talk about why A-F grades are problematic for the state's schools and districts. They also talk about the state's "lunch debt" problem and some startling statistics on corporal punishment in schools.
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From the Tulsa World archives: Coverage of State Superintendent Ryan Walters
TPS utilizing Walk to Read help students build skills
Tulsa Union's National Teacher of Year says it's a 'hard time to be in public education'
50 years after controversy of integration, magnet programs a source of pride for Tulsa Public Schools
State Department of Education seeking smaller budget in FY25
Tulsa Public Schools provides first update to State Board of Education
From 2014: Inside an 'F' school series by Andrea Eger
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Oct 4, 2023
With growing film and TV ties to Oklahoma, the Hollywood strikes matter locally
From "Killers of the Flower Moon" to "Reservation Dogs," the TV and movie industry ties to Oklahoma are growing stronger lately. Justin Rawlins, Ph.D., is a professor of media studies and film studies at the University of Tulsa and the author of the forthcoming book “Imagining the Method” (University of Texas Press, 2024). He speaks with Ginnie Graham about why the WGA and SAG-AFTRA labor stoppages matter to Oklahoma, even if the Los Angeles picket lines seem far away.
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Opinion: A win for union workers in the media and film industry is a win for Tulsa
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A new breed of leaders are atop the largest US unions today. Here are some faces to know
The auto workers strike will drive up car prices, but not right away — unless consumers panic
UAW justifies wage demands by pointing to CEO pay raises. So how high were they?
Hollywood actor and writer strikes have broad support among Americans, AP-NORC poll shows
As writers and studios resume negotiations, here are the key players in the Hollywood strikes
An end in sight? Striking writers and Hollywood studios spend second full day in negotiations
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Sep 22, 2023
Will strikes impact airline industry next?
With oddball schedules and unruly passengers, air travel is not the glamorous industry some may think it is. Strikes are already impacting Hollywood and the U.S. auto industry. Is the flight industry next? Tulsa Hale and OU graduate Ron Todd is 35-year American Airlines flight attendant, flying out of Chicago, New York and currently Miami. He speaks with Ginnie Graham about a conflict getting less attention involves 27,000 flight attendants at American Airlines and more.
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Opinion: I'm an American Airlines flight attendant and here's why I'm backing the union
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FAA says it has sent 250 cases of unruly passengers to FBI
Flight attack raises questions about security, mental health
Labor strife may become airline industry’s next big obstacle
Targeted auto strikes may spread to other states and cities as noon deadline set by union nears
A new breed of leaders are atop the largest US unions today. Here are some faces to know
The auto workers strike will drive up car prices, but not right away — unless consumers panic
UAW justifies wage demands by pointing to CEO pay raises. So how high were they?
Hollywood actor and writer strikes have broad support among Americans, AP-NORC poll shows
As writers and studios resume negotiations, here are the key players in the Hollywood strikes
An end in sight? Striking writers and Hollywood studios spend second full day in negotiations
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Sep 19, 2023
Why younger Oklahomans don't see the point in voting
Kimberlee Wilson is a senior at Oologah-Talala High School. She recent wrote a guest column entitled "I'm a 17-year-old Oklahoma student and my peers don't see the point in voting." She speaks with Ginnie Graham about why her peers "accept that their votes don’t make a difference," why voter turnout statewide is low, and how things can change.
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Opinion: I'm a 17-year-old Oklahoma student and my peers don't see the point in voting
Political notebook: Tulsa County already recruiting 2024 poll workers
Editorial: Straight-party outdated, passive approach to democracy
Why advocates want to change Oklahoma's primary voting system
Oklahoma voter turnout dips in this year's elections
Amid fuss over other states' election law changes, Oklahoma said to 'strike a good balance'
Oklahoma still last in the nation in voter participation despite recent registration surge
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Sep 15, 2023
Medicaid funding critical for Oklahomans with disabilities
Lisa Kelly is CEO at The Arc of Oklahoma (formerly Centers for Disabilities). She speaks with Ginnie Graham about the challenges for people (and their families) with disabilities, including more than 5,100 Oklahomans. They are forced to wait years — 13 years on average in Oklahoma — for home and community-based services (HCBS), barriers to critical safety-net programs are too often a part of everyday life.
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Owasso woman with cerebral palsy thriving after receiving new standing wheelchair
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Sep 8, 2023
'Culture of intimidation' won't improve education, Rep. Regina Goodwin says
State Rep. Regina Goodwin of Tulsa's District 73 joins Ginnie Graham to discuss the most recent state board of education meeting, where she was allowed to speak during the public comment portion. How can the relationship between state legislators and State Superintendent Ryan Walters improve? "Allowing them access into the board room for a state board meeting would be a start. Returning phone calls would be a start to really having genuine and authentic communication." Plus, Rep. Goodwin talks about the controversial PragerU; and why HB 1775 is a "trash law."
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Aug. 24 video: 'Folks don't need threats. Folks need assistance,' Rep. Goodwin tells State Board of Education
Editorial: TPS Superintendent Deborah Gist moved district forward, left with grace and honor
Controversial PragerU videos, curriculum materials touted by Walters not adopted in area schools
Civil rights bill draws ire of Black state senators
House Democrats push for Ryan Walters' impeachment
Rep. John Waldron: Will you stand up against the rotten state of affairs being foisted on Oklahoma's public schools?
Terms of Gist's separation released with incoming superintendent's employment agreement
From the Tulsa World archives: Coverage of State Superintendent Ryan Walters
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Aug 31, 2023
A discussion with TPS school board president Stacey Woolley
Ginnie Graham and Stacey Woolley talk about a variety of public school topics ranging from Deb Gist's departure, who might be next, the fight between TPS and Ryan Walters and more.
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Opinion: State Superintendent Ryan Walters failed his reading homework on Tulsa Public Schools
Ginnie Graham: Extremism thrives on people not checking out the daily headlines
Terms of Gist's separation released with incoming superintendent's employment agreement
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Aug 25, 2023
Did Tulsa Public Schools and Superintendent Deborah Gist warrant scrutiny?
Rep. John Waldron represents Tulsa’s District 77 in the Oklahoma House. Previously, he worked as a social studies and history teacher at Booker T. Washington High School. He joins Ginnie Graham to reflect on Tulsa Public Schools under Superintendent Deborah Gist, and if the Oklahoma State Board of Education's criticism of TPS under her leadership is warranted. How can Oklahomans and the state legislature proceed after the most recent meeting?
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TPS students, community rally to support district during accreditation vote: 'Nobody is talking to us'
Oklahoma State Board of Education to require foreign funding reports from schools
TPS board unanimously approves separation agreement with Gist
Local leaders react to TPS leadership change
Embezzlement case at TPS highlighted in Walters' state takeo…
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Jul 14, 2023
The future of over-the-counter birth control
The Food and Drug Administration approved the first over-the-counter birth control pill, Opill, a progestin-only, estrogen-free method of contraception. Laura Bellis, Take Control Initiative executive director and Tulsa City Council District 4 councilor, talks about what this means for access to birth control and supporting women in having healthy births on their own terms.
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Jun 7, 2023
Why are Black doctors leaving Oklahoma and what can we do to keep them?
Dr. Chris McNeil joins the podcast this week to explain that, in his opinion, because of a poor medical recruiting system, we are losing lives, talent and time. McNeil is the only Black male resident emergency physician in Tulsa, and starting July 1, he'll be the only one in the state. He has ideas on how and why that needs to change.
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May 23, 2023
A modern classic hymn for Memorial Day reflection
Ginnie Graham talks with Michael Lapolla about the hymn "Mansions of the Lord" ahead of Memorial Day. He is a graduate of West Point, veteran of the Ia Drang Valley campaigns of the Vietnam War, member of the Oklahoma Military Hall of Fame and Tulsa resident. The hymn's first verse lyrics are as follows:
To fallen soldiers let us sing
Where no rockets fly nor bullets wing
Our broken brothers let us bring
To the mansions of the Lord
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Late WWII Lt. Gen. Raymond McLain honored at Tulsa high school that bears his name
Medal of Honor recipient m…
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May 17, 2023
Highlights and problems with $625 million 'monumental education package'
Ginnie Graham talks with David Blatt, OU-Tulsa professor of public policy and Oklahoma Policy Institute founder. What are highlights and problems with the Oklahoma legislature's historic education funding plan?
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Oklahoma Legislature's education dispute to spill into public forum with Treat, Walters
Stitt hopes cooler heads prevail after education face off with Oklahoma Senate
Stitt vetoes 20 Senate bills to spur approval of his education plan; senators push back
As GOP…
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May 10, 2023
Rep. Kevin McDugle on conservative Republican calls to halt Richard Glossip execution
The Supreme Court on Friday blocked Oklahoma from executing death row inmate Richard Glossip for his role in a 1997 murder-for-hire after the state’s attorney general agreed Glossip’s life should be spared. Rep. Kevin McDugle, R-Broken Arrow, said that he is for the death penalty, but "if they kill Richard Glossip, you will see me running every bit of legislation to kill the death penalty in Oklahoma, because if we can't trust the system then we have to vacate what we're doing. We have to be able to trust the system."
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Gov. Stitt indicates no plan to intervene in Glossip execution as faith leaders plead for mercy
Conservative Oklahoma lawmakers call for moratorium on death penalty
From June 2020: O…
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May 5, 2023
'Context is key' in civil rights education, Rep. Nichols says
Rep. Monroe Nichols, D-Tulsa of House District 72, is chairman of the Oklahoma Black Legislative Caucus. He speaks with Ginnie Graham about HB 1397, which would direct the Oklahoma State Department of Education to develop or make available a curriculum that reflects upon the civil rights movement between 1954 and 1968 and includes the principles Martin Luther King Jr. taught concerning nonviolence, bigotry and Jim Crow laws. Rep. Nichols said the Oklahoma Black Legislative Caucus was not consulted about HB 1397, and critics said the measure goes against HB 1775, a law passed in 2021 that prohibits teaching that one race or sex is inherently superior to another and that anyone, by virtue of race or sex, is inherently racist, sexist or oppressive, whether consciously or unconsciously.
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Apr 18, 2023
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. How can protect our most vulnerable population?
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month — a time to recognize the importance of our community working together to prevent child abuse. Ginnie Graham talks with Maura Guten, president and CEO of the Child Abuse Network in Tulsa, about how Oklahomans can protect our most valuable and vulnerable population.
People with a reason to believe that a child under 18 is a victim of abuse or neglect are required per the Oklahoma Statutes —10A O.S. § 1-2-101 — to promptly report it to the Oklahoma Department of Human Services Abuse and Neglect Hotline at 1-800-522-3511.
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Maura G…
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Apr 12, 2023
State superintendent 'is against inclusiveness,' not pornography, Rep. Waldron says
"He keeps using rhetoric that's not grounded in reality, that he doesn't present evidence for... he's ignoring the very important practical day-to-day operations of the state department of education, the things that are really gonna matter to the 700,000 Oklahoma school children." Rep. John Waldron, a Democrat, represents Tulsa’s District 77 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. He discusses the American Library Association's Rainbow List, a 190-book set of LGBTQ+ inclusive books for readers of different ages. Rep. Waldron said state superintendent for public instruction, Ryan Walters, has twice sent this list as examples of questionable books, but has neglected other job responsibilities, like the state's education budget.
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Apr 4, 2023
Claim all your tax credits this year and get free filing assistance
Marcela Swenson is the executive director of Tulsa Responds, a partner of the Goodwill VITA program. Ginnie Graham and Swenson talk about the importance of filing taxes this month, particularly for lower and middle income households, and how the community can receive free assistance to file. Plus, households can still claim last year's tax credits by filing this year.
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Get Your Refund Tulsa Appointment Form
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Mar 21, 2023
Should law enforcement require a college degree?
Jesse Guardiola is an award-winning 25-year veteran Tulsa Police Officer specializing in Community Outreach Innovation Strategies and workforce development. He is also a member of the Tulsa World Community Advisory Board. In this episode, Ginnie Graham and Guardiola talk the college degree requirement for law enforcement; why they think it's important; and how the community is helping recruit potential officers to get the education they need, regardless of their background.
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Tulsa's $15,000 police signing bonus 'welcome surprise' for agency still short on staff
Rotarians hear from Tulsa police chief on Sai…
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Mar 9, 2023
Tulsa firefighters fight more than fires
"We meet the need." Matt Lay is the president of Tulsa Firefighters IAFF Local 176 and member of the Tulsa World Community Advisory Board. In this week's episode, Ginnie Graham and Matt Lay talk about all of the things local firefighters do besides respond to house fires, including emergency medical incidents, handling hazardous materials and more. Lay also talks about how the fire department recruits potential new firefighters and about his role as union president.
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From February 2019: Proposal would change minimum age requirement for Tulsa firefighters from 21 to 18
From May 2018: A TCC course could help train new firefi…
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Feb 23, 2023
Getting into the weeds on marijuana
In this week's episode, Ginnie Graham and Barry Friedman discuss the legalization of recreational marijuana, which will be voted on March 7. Will State Question 820 pass? Should it pass? What are the pros and cons? Ginne and Barry debate the different sides of a complicated issue.
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Feb 16, 2023
Covering private insurers’ mental health gaps
Ginnie Graham talks with Zack Stoycoff, executive director of the Healthy Minds Policy Initiative, about a new report showing private insurers are not providing Oklahomans with needed mental health care.
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Among Super Bowl ads, Kristin Chenoweth PSA promotes Oklahoma's 988 mental health lifeline
From 'happy and healthy' to 'terribly wrong': Kunzweilers discuss family experience with mental illness at Republican Women's Club
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Feb 9, 2023
Teacher merit pay raises 'a zombie idea' and other thoughts from Bixby’s superintendent
"For us to throw money at a merit-based system thinking that's going to be some magic bullet to solve the issues that we're dealing with is just not well-informed." Ginnie Graham talks with Bixby Superintendent Rob Miller about the state legislature potentially using merit pay raises for public school teachers, and why he feels the idea does not work.
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Feb 1, 2023
Labor commissioner Leslie Osborn stands up to the fringe of her party
"Everybody seems to be simmering all the time: If you don't think like me look like me, worship like me, love like me, you're wrong; and I just wasn't raised that way." Ginnie Graham talks with Oklahoma state labor commissioner Leslie Osborn about how partisan rhetoric has led to wedge issue bills taking limited session time away from important state issues; why most states no longer have straight-party balloting; and how the fringe partisanship is holding the state back from attracting businesses; and more.
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Jan 25, 2023
International Holocaust Remembrance Day is Jan. 27. Education for all ages is important
Ginnie Graham talks about International Holocaust Remembrance Day with Chloe Kirk, Director of Holocaust Education and Community Relations with the Jewish Federation of Tulsa. Why is education important for children and adults alike, and where can people go for information locally?
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Tim Stanley: Tulsa Holocaust survivor says late father's Star of David, once intended as an insult, now 'a badge of honor'
Jewish Federation of Tulsa calls out state GOP for using Star of David in vaccine dispute
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Tim Stanley: Marking D-Day 77th anniversary, Jewish Federat…
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Jan 12, 2023
Tulsa Dream Center executive director on keeping teens from engaging in crime
"If you're reaching youth, you have to include their voice in it." Ginnie Graham hosts Tulsa Dream Center executive director Tim Newton to discuss preventing teen crime. How do youth react to reputations of their neighborhoods? How do lack of family support, lack of money and peer pressure lead to teen crime? And finally, how can people help?
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`We can serve better." Tulsa Dream Center 's A.J. Johnson provides beacon of inspiration
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Jan 4, 2023
Bringing celebratory tribute to mass shooting victims through birthdays
"Every day is the birthday of a victim of gun violence." Ginnie Graham hosts Tulsa resident Lisa Kennedy Lawrence, who created the Facebook page called The Birthday Fairy Project. It brings celebratory tribute to victims of mass shootings by bringing attention to when their lives began, rather than when they ended.
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Dec 20, 2022
Discussing the disappointments and inspirations of 2022
Ginnie Graham hosts author Barry Friedman to wrap up 2022, whether you celebrate Hanukkah, Christmas, or any/all holidays this month. A look back at the year's inspirations (son's graduation), disappointments (low Oklahoma voter turnout, Elon Musk, politics in general, lack of movement on climate change and other major issues) and more.
Note: Barry Friedman is an essayist, political columnist, petroleum geology reporter and comedian living in Tulsa. In addition to “Funny You Should Mention It,” “Road Comic,” “Four Days and a Year Later” and “The Joke Was On Me,” his first novel, “Jacob Fishman’s Marriages,” a book about the worst love story ever, was published by Balkan Press in February. His sites are barrysfriedman.com and friedmanoftheplains.com.
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Dec 8, 2022
Chaos and theater: The disruption of public meetings
PlaniTulsa is the latest group to get hit by a disturbing trend: The disruption (leading to shutdowns) of public meetings. In this week's episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about public meetings now needing security and more due to those seeking a stage to perform. Also, the Oklahoma constitution does not currently allow for religious charter schools (public schools and receive taxpayer dollars). Could that change soon?
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Dec 1, 2022
Colorado mass shooting at Club Q, hate speech and evils of Russia
In this week's episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about the Club Q tragedy, which included a victim with local ties. Can the latest mass shooting change anyone's minds about gun control laws? Is anti-LGBTQ rhetoric responsible for incidents like this? Also, hope and optimism with the Project Santa holiday assistance drive and the Oklahoma Eagle turning 100.
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Editorial: Oklahoma Eagle turns 100
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Landmark same-sex marriage bill wins Senate passage
NATO promises future Ukraine membership and commits more aid
LIV Golf tournament expected in May at Broken Arrow’s Cedar Ridge
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Nov 18, 2022
The serious (homeless) and not so serious (favorite Thanksgiving TV episodes and movies)
In this week's episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about the homeless problem in Tulsa. They were both encouraged by recent remarks by Mayor G.T. Bynum on this issue, but Ginnie points out, too, that the public has a responsibility as well. Also discussed were great movies (Plains, Trains and Automobiles) and TV episodes (WKRP in Cincinnati, Friends) that contain a Thanksgiving theme.
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Nov 15, 2022
Making sense of Oklahoma's election results
Ginnie Graham hosts author Barry Friedman and David Blatt, professor of public policy at OU-Tulsa and former executive director of Oklahoma Policy Institute, to discuss the state's election results. How much did the three Bs (Biden, borders and bathrooms) impact state voters to choose Republicans over Democrats? Why was voter turnout so low? How was polling seemingly so inaccurate?
Note: Barry Friedman is an essayist, political columnist, petroleum geology reporter and comedian living in Tulsa. In addition to “Funny You Should Mention It,” “Road Comic,” “Four Days and a Year Later” and “The Joke Was On Me,” his first novel, “Jacob Fishman’s Marriages,” a book about the worst love story ever, was published by Balkan Press in February. His sites are barrysfriedman.com and friedmanoftheplains.com.
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Nov 10, 2022
Education impact from election; Straight-party voting option hurts candidate quality and turnout
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss how pre-election polls were inaccurate for statewide races; the low voter turnout compared to other states; and 42% of Oklahoma voters choosing straight-party voting. How is this "team mentality" hurting quality candidates, and lowering turnout? Also, how will the election outcome impact education, specifically vouchers; and looking ahead to next year's marijuana vote.
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Nov 3, 2022
The rhetoric is not right: Tulsa has a gun violence problem
As people prepare to vote, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss: Despite the rhetoric about safe suburbs, the Tulsa area has a gun violence problem. Plus, have letters to the editor been lopsided this election? Or "litter on a stick" campaign signs unfairly targeted?
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Editorial: As gun violence claims more youths, a call for action
Tulsa police decry recent fatal teen shootings, spate of homicides Friday
Tulsa couple mourning suspected murder-suicide of son, daughter-in-law and six grandchildren in BA
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Disappearing campaign signs are a reminder that city has volunteer ordinance e…
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Oct 28, 2022
Must-watch Oklahoma state superintendent debate
Author Barry Friedman returns to visit with Ginnie Graham in this week's bonus podcast to recommend everyone watch the Oklahoma state superintendent debate. Was Jena Nelson not aggressive enough on issues such as a critical federal audit of $31 million in pandemic education funding? Did Ryan Walters repeat the same phrases too many times, including classrooms having porn and liberal indoctrination?
Note: Barry Friedman is an essayist, political columnist, petroleum geology reporter and comedian living in Tulsa. In addition to “Funny You Should Mention It,” “Road Comic,” “Four Days and a Year Later” and “The Joke Was On Me,” his first novel, “Jacob Fishman’s Marriages,” a book about the worst love story ever, was published by Balkan Press in February. His sites are barrysfriedman.com and friedmanoftheplains.com.
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Oct 27, 2022
Oklahoma needs criminal justice reform; Rural schools on the ballot
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette ask: Why haven't Oklahoma lawmakers funded State Question 780 and 781? Approved by voters in 2016, the two revolutionary criminal justice reform measures reduced many nonviolent crimes from felonies to misdemeanors (780), with savings from lower incarceration rates directed to fund “community rehabilitative programs (781).” Plus, rural schools will be on November's ballot. What do they mean to a community's identity?
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Oct 20, 2022
Discussing Oklahoma's gubernatorial debate
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about the Oklahoma gubernatorial debate between Gov. Kevin Stitt and State Superintendent Joy Hofmeister, from asking if they ever smoked marijuana (one said yes, one said no) to the closing statement that brought one candidate out from behind the podium. Also, a reminder to get those letters to the editor endorsing candidates in as soon as possible!
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Election deniers, doubters seeking to control elections in several Western states
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Oct 14, 2022
Why endorsements? It's about the bottom of the ballot
How often do you get to talk to district judges? Who can name your county assessor or commissioner? Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette give their endorsement of the idea of opinion section endorsements: Voters will become more aware of candidates at the bottom of the ballot. Plus, could a "Day of Citizenship" staffing volunteers at local precincts help on Election Day; and support for the idea of moving the animal shelter and the Tulsa Oilers ice rink at Promenade Mall.
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City considering moving animal shelter to new site
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Oct 7, 2022
Oklahoma's eroding mental health services
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about Tulsa County District Attorney Steve Kunzweiler, who spoke passionately about the erosion of mental health services in the state after being stabbed by his daughter. If a prominent district attorney in the state cannot access proper mental health services for his family, then how does that bode for everyone else? Plus, how can the community support Tulsa McLain High School after the fatal shooting?
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Sep 30, 2022
When Oklahoma's certified teachers choose not to teach
Oklahoma has 33,000 teachers who are certified, but choose not to teach. Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about the state's teacher shortage forcing districts to rely on emergency certifications and more. Oklahoma is 34th nationally in average teacher compensation and 46th in per pupil spending. Bringing Oklahoma's certified teachers back begins with respect. Plus, why are extremists harassing our county election board workers?
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Bob Doucette: This November, the fate of public schools is on the ballot
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Sep 23, 2022
Pre-K programs in public schools make a difference
Oklahoma was among the first states to implement universal pre-K, programs for 4-year-olds offered by public schools. Only eight states fund pre-K for all children. Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about the positive impacts of this program and more.
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Ginnie Graham: Brooklyn Library welcomes Oklahomans' use of QR code as free speech symbol
Bob Doucette: A water sports revolution is coming to Tulsa
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Sep 16, 2022
The importance of stepping back
In this week's episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about Ginnie's meeting with TU student leaders, the stigma that continues with mental health, the troubling political landscape in Oklahoma as campaign season heats up, the death of Queen Elizabeth and an important message from Bob about the value of disconnecting.
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Sep 13, 2022
Being Democrat, female and a state Senator in Oklahoma
Sen. Jo Anna Dossett (D-Tulsa) of District 35, the self-proclaimed "least powerful member of the Oklahoma state Senate" talks about being a Democrat, woman and state Senator in the state of Oklahoma with Ginnie Graham and author Barry Friedman in this week's bonus podcast.
Sen. Dossett was elected two years ago and is not on the ballot in November.
Note: Barry Friedman is an essayist, political columnist, petroleum geology reporter and comedian living in Tulsa. In addition to “Funny You Should Mention It,” “Road Comic,” “Four Days and a Year Later” and “The Joke Was On Me,” his first novel, “Jacob Fishman’s Marriages,” a book about the worst love story ever, was published by Balkan Press in February. His sites are barrysfriedman.com and friedmanoftheplains.com.
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Sep 6, 2022
Teacher unions can be a mystery. So let's talk about them
Tulsa Classroom Teachers Association Vice President LeeAnne Jimenez joins Ginnie Graham and Barry Friedman for a deep dive into what functions teachers unions serve.
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Sep 2, 2022
Aftermath of Afghanistan withdrawal
It’s been a little over a year since the last U.S. troops left Afghanistan. Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss the aftermath of the withdrawal; student loan forgiveness; Tulsa Public Schools' unfair political targeting; and Ryan Walters calling for a Norman teacher having her credentials revoked.
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Aug 31, 2022
Abortion and where to draw the line
Total bans versus allowing exceptions on abortion can become a question of religion, science, rights and politics. Ginnie Graham interviews author Barry Friedman about the issue in this week's bonus podcast.
Note: Barry Friedman is an essayist, political columnist, petroleum geology reporter and comedian living in Tulsa. In addition to “Funny You Should Mention It,” “Road Comic,” “Four Days and a Year Later” and “The Joke Was On Me,” his first novel, “Jacob Fishman’s Marriages,” a book about the worst love story ever, was published by Balkan Press in February. His sites are barrysfriedman.com and friedmanoftheplains.com.
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Republican Senate candi…
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Aug 25, 2022
Education and extremism expected on November's ballot
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette recap the primary/runoff elections and more, and anticipate that public education will be "on the ballot" in November. Another factor in the general election will likely be former President Donald Trump.
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Aug 22, 2022
Banning books is ignorant, calculating and cynical
Banning books is back in style. Ginnie Graham interviews author Barry Friedman about the issue in this week's bonus podcast.
Note: Barry Friedman is an essayist, political columnist, petroleum geology reporter and comedian living in Tulsa. In addition to “Funny You Should Mention It,” “Road Comic,” “Four Days and a Year Later” and “The Joke Was On Me,” his first novel, “Jacob Fishman’s Marriages,” a book about the worst love story ever, was published by Balkan Press in February. His sites are barrysfriedman.com and friedmanoftheplains.com.
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Aug 18, 2022
Elections and endorsements
Go vote! Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette preview the upcoming city and state elections, including editorial endorsements; endorsement letters to the editor; and more.
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Aug 15, 2022
House Bill 1775 is a dumb law but we're dealing with it
Representative John Waldron joins Ginnie Graham and Barry Friedman to discuss the problems with this bill, and there are many.
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Aug 12, 2022
Mar-a-Lago and messing with librarians
Don't mess with librarians? Ginnie Graham notes that the FBI search of Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence for National Archives documents was similar to librarians seeking overdue checkouts. Bob Doucette cautioned against quick responses and rhetoric.
Plus, more on HB 1775 worries with Tulsa Public School accreditation and state funding of agencies versus tax cuts (that are easy to approve, but difficult for legislators to overturn).
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Aug 9, 2022
How outsiders view Oklahoma, and how to change the narrative
Is Oklahoma still a punchline? In a bonus podcast episode this week, Ginnie Graham interviews author Barry Friedman about how outsiders view our state, beyond the musical and college football, and how we can change the narrative.
Note: Barry Friedman is an essayist, political columnist, petroleum geology reporter and comedian living in Tulsa. In addition to “Funny You Should Mention It,” “Road Comic,” “Four Days and a Year Later” and “The Joke Was On Me,” his first novel, “Jacob Fishman’s Marriages,” a book about the worst love story ever, was published by Balkan Press in February. His sites are barrysfriedman.com and friedmanoftheplains.com.
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Aug 4, 2022
Tulsa Public Schools targeted by state leaders
In this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss the targeting of Tulsa Public Schools by state officials and the majority of the Oklahoma State School Board. The accreditation vote is a warning to other districts, as one state board member even said “we need to send a message.”
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Bill to aid…
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Aug 3, 2022
Previewing Republican presidential candidates with Barry Friedman
In a bonus podcast episode this week, Ginnie Graham interviews author Barry Friedman about potential Republican candidates for president in 2024. Joe Biden has already proven that he can beat Donald Trump after the 2020 election, so Trump may not be the best nominee for the party. However, will President Biden even run for a second term?
Note: Barry Friedman is an essayist, political columnist, petroleum geology reporter and comedian living in Tulsa. In addition to “Funny You Should Mention It,” “Road Comic,” “Four Days and a Year Later” and “The Joke Was On Me,” his first novel, “Jacob Fishman’s Marriages,” a book about the worst love story ever, was published by Balkan Press in February. His sites are barrysfriedman.com and friedmanoftheplains.com.
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Jul 28, 2022
Extremism is a bad path
In this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss the difference between political difference in hate speech. Bigotry inspires discrimination, division and even violence against others. Extremism is what party leaders ought to want out of their tents.
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State laws on abortion, transgender issues have companies balking on coming to Oklahoma, development official says
Tulsa Public Schools accredited with a warning over…
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Jul 22, 2022
Oklahoma taxpayers paying for state's mistakes
In this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about a critical audit of Oklahoma's use of pandemic relief money for education. Ultimately, the state may be forced to repay about $653,000 that auditors said was misspent by families on noneducational items such as televisions, washers and dryers, air conditioners and Christmas trees. Are we used to federal investigations to the point that people aren't paying attention?
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TPS board reverses course, approves routine items
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Jul 15, 2022
School board's shameful sideshow of antics
In this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about recent Tulsa Public Schools board meetings; the Jan. 6 hearings; the recent hot weather; and how Oklahoma lost Panasonic to Kansas. Was it just about offering more money, or are our state's anti-laws deterring businesses from coming?
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See the latest local weather forecasts and features fro Tulsa World meteorologist Kirsten Lang at tulsaworld.com/weather.
Editorial: Apologies need to be on the TPS agenda from three board members
Editorial: Three TPS board members choose personal grudges, politics over students
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TPS board reverses course, approves routine items
17 former Tulsa school board members issue public c…
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Jul 7, 2022
Can't escape gun violence
In this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about recent shootings during Fourth of July celebrations. With election season upon us, it is important to ask candidates questions about this safety issue.
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Throwback Tulsa: Watergate scandal thrust ‘Little Giant’ into spotlight
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Jun 30, 2022
Pro-life and 'personal responsibility' post-Roe v. Wade
In this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about the potential fallout from the U.S. Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade. Will pro-life be about protecting the most vulnerable, or emphasis on personal responsibility? Will there be exemptions in cases of rape and incest?
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New York lawmakers to vote on new gun rules following ruling
U.S. Supreme Court revisits McGirt: Oklahoma can prosecute non-tribal citizens on tribal land
Primary leaves several races undecided
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Jun 24, 2022
In primary voting, is it about the party, or the person?
In this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about upcoming state elections, including "partially closed" primaries, where Republicans can vote for Republicans, but Democrats and independent-registered voters can vote for Democrats. If these are taxpayer-funded elections, shouldn't all voters get to participate?
Also discussed:
* Acknowledging the Roe v. Wade decision announced Friday.
* Previewing the Tuesday state primaries, including a few endorsements.
* How is dark money impacting Oklahoma elections, even school board races? More than $6.5 million, most of it with untraceable origins, has poured into Oklahoma statewide and legislative primary races since April 1, according to Tulsa World's Randy Krebhiel's report.
* Epic Charter Schools and an alleged elaborate scheme to defraud and embezzle from taxpayers. It was not about the education model, as Oklahoma has other charter schools that are good. It was about mismanagement of education funding at a time wh…
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Jun 17, 2022
No one’s buying into what’s being done
In this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette tackle a variety of topics from mental health, mass shootings, gun safety and how schools factor into that discussion as well as the Office of the Independent Monitor and the issues surrounding that idea.
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Jun 9, 2022
This is about the soul of us
Gun violence remains in the news, plus the impact of the Jan. 6 hearings and the awesome OU softball team.
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Jun 3, 2022
Gun law status quo is killing us
In this episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette mainly address one topic: Oklahoma’s gun safety laws. They are nearly non-existent, and it’s killing us.
Among talking points:
* From Sandy Hook in 2012 to Uvalde, Texas in May to Tulsa, Oklahoma in June: Are people becoming numb to gun violence incidents? With "only" four victims in Tulsa's mass shooting, it was said that "it could have been worse"
* The Second Amendment ought to protect people. Law-abiding citizens still can have rights to own guns while laws can be improved to keep guns out of the hands of would-be killers.
* Christian values is about sacrifice for the betterment of the world. The victims of gun violence are people and not merely numbers.
* With the 2022 election upcoming, our editorial board will potentially make endorsements in some races after talking with candidates, including the upcoming primary.
* The Tulsa Jewish Federation honored Oklahoma lawmakers that helped pass House Bill 3720, mandating H…
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May 27, 2022
The unspeakable tragedies of mass shootings
In this episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette address the unspeakable tragedies of mass shootings. We’ve prayed; we’ve grieved; we’ve called for change; we’ve seen this cycle continuously repeat.
Americans remain heartbroken by the Tuesday, May 24 rampage in a fourth-grade classroom at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas. Nineteen children and two teachers were killed. Seventeen others were wounded. The nation is united in mourning with the families and friends who face a lifetime of trauma.
But beyond that, what’s to be done?
Also discussed:
* When a sexual abuse scandal hits the church, words from its ministers can be indicative of how bad things really are. The reputation of the Southern Baptist church is on the line, but so is the welfare of the people it serves.
* Oklahoma’s priorities are outlined in the state budget approved by the Legislature (Note: This podcast was recorded before Gov. Kevin Stitt’s vetoed parts of the budget bill on Thursday, May 26). The…
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May 20, 2022
State legislature's strictest anti-abortion law
In this episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette address HB 4327, which allows lawsuits against abortion providers at any point after fertilization. It is similar to one enacted by Texas a year ago, except the Texas law makes abortion illegal after six weeks of pregnancy.
What does this mean for Oklahoma families in the future? The state's youth already ranks high for dealing with Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). The state legislature's focus on anti-abortion laws takes away from dealing with other pressing issues in Oklahoma.
Also discussed:
* Why is Oklahoma's legislature moving to take control of state's federal COVID-19 relief funds?
* Why is there a baby formula shortage? It is easy to make it a political issue in an election year, but it is more complicated, involving trade policies and more. And please don't tell moms to "just breast feed."
* Previewing guest columns as high school and college graduate time arrives, plus advice from Ginnie and Bob for the graduates…
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May 13, 2022
Homelessness is a heavy issue
In this episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette address homelessness in the Tulsa area, including proposed changes to a city ordinance that would make it easier for police officers to remove homeless people from the streets or other public rights of way and would subject them to fines and possible jail time or both.
Are there housing solutions rather than just having police solve this?
Also discussed:
* Roe vs. Wade: Can tribes provide abortion services in Oklahoma despite state law changes? If the SCOTUS decision overturned, it will cause a lot of uncertainty and debate.
* Several Oklahoma Supreme Court justices took state Attorney General John O’Connor to task for not being more active in what some view as a $760 million ratepayer-funded bailout of OG&E for its fuel costs from the February 2021 cold snap.
* With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, an opinion column by Beverly Thompson says "I want people to know I am a face of mental illness."
* Data released in the…
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May 6, 2022
Abortion is the biggest wedge issue of our time
In this episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette note that the editorial board has not taken a stance on abortion, but that Oklahoma law needs to follow court guidance, or federal law. Other opinions are covered in columns and letters to the editor.
Also discussed:
* What will be the next big wedge issue after abortion: Marriage? Contraception?
* Looking back at this week's editorials, including pandemic aid for education and trouble-plagued state vendor contracts
* Tulsa’s notorious “Crossbow Killer" was mere hours from being eligible for early release from a life sentence when Gov. Kevin Stitt reversed course after a Tulsa World story
* The law lifting the limit on the hours an adjunct teacher can be in a classroom will widen the applicant pool but water down professional standards.
* The turnstile cycle of homelessness: What can our community do to help itself when it comes to being humane to the homeless and for public safety? Bob Doucette talks about his own encount…
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Apr 29, 2022
Oklahoma's election of uncontested races and lopsided filing
In this episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about how the midterm election filings ended with some crowded races, fewer than one-third of the 125 legislative offices up for election in November will be contested.
Also discussed:
* Rep. Sean Roberts fought to be known as Sean “The Patriot” Roberts on the ballot for Labor Commissioner. The Oklahoma State Election Board denied the request.
* The U.S. Supreme Court is unlikely to reverse its McGirt decision. The latest on tribal and state jurisdiction.
* Citing safety concerns, local officials floated the need for a roughly $5 million extension of the new Tulsa County Family Center for Juvenile Justice and funding for more staffing to solve a problem created by a federal policy change.
* Remember when Tulsa tried to get Tesla? The latest on Elon Musk, Twitter and free speech
* Oklahoma ranks No. 8 in the rate of euthanizing dogs and cats in shelters, according to the Best Friends Animal Society. Last year, nearly 9…
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Apr 22, 2022
Was $698 million tax incentives request too rushed and secretive?
In this episode, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about the non-partisan support of the “Large-scale Economic Activity and Development Act of 2022,” which Gov. Kevin Stitt is expected to sign Monday.
Oklahoma is reportedly trying to lure a Panasonic electric battery plant to the MidAmerica Industrial Park in Pryor, but did the $698 million incentive package get rushed and was the process too secretive?
Also discussed:
* Rep. Wendi Stearman, R-Collinsville said "I don't want Oklahoma to change," but change is inevitable. Oklahoma must evolve to prosper.
* The runaway contract between Swadley’s BBQ and the Oklahoma State Department of Tourism and Gov Stitt's vow to reclaim any money the state is owed
* What is the mission of the Oklahoma state park system and does Foggy Bottom Kitchens fit that mission?
* There is not just a teacher shortage in public education anymore, but also a superintendent shortage.
* Bob talking about testing positive for COVID-19 and what th…
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Apr 17, 2022
Why legally cut off a way for kids to get help?
Why is Senate Bill 0615 is a bad idea? If passed, the bill would restrict the ability of school councilors to help kids.
Another bill that is a bad idea is House Bill 3351. This bill allows for direct donations to teachers. It's an effort to get teachers more money, but this is not the way to go about it.
Many critics are blaming President Joe Biden for high gas prices. But, in reality, it's not his fault. A discussion on how gas prices work.
And, finally, faith and teenagers. What a new study reveled about kids and religion.
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Apr 8, 2022
Higher education essential to Oklahoma's future workforce
Should regents overseeing Oklahoma higher education have a college degree, or is that "elitist?"
Also in this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss:
* New U.S. Supreme Court justice Ketanji Brown Jackson
* Praising Oklahoma’s top legislative budget leaders saying they plan to go slow on more tax cuts
* Criticism for legislators "knowingly passing unconstitutional bills" regarding abortion
* Rep. Mullin fundraising letter's claim that the Biden administration "tried to kill me"
* Hotly contested area school board elections
* Recapping columns from earlier this week and previewing next columns.
Bob Doucette: New trails at Turkey Mountain welcomed me back to mountain biking
Ginnie Graham: Defining 'woman' isn't so simple
Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson will join more diverse and conservative Supreme Court. Here's what she can expect.
Editorial: Regents overseeing higher education ought to have obtained a college degree
Editorial: Top budget legislative le…
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Apr 1, 2022
Election season is upon us
With the statute-mandated low school board pay and "the meanness that happens in public life," how can Oklahomans have good people run for office?
Also in this week's podcast, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss school board elections, election grants, Gov. Kevin Stitt signing the bill banning transgender girl athletes and more.
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Mar 24, 2022
The cavalcade of tax cut proposals
How will the state pay for services from Oklahoma Highway Patrol, to public schools, to infrastructure with $500 million in proposed tax cuts?
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette also discuss latest state legislation, including the defeat of Senate Bill 1647, which would have let public tax dollars go to private schools.
Graham and Doucette also preview their weekend columns and talk SB 1225, a measure voted through the Oklahoma Senate would require parental consent for minors to access birth control or vaccinations.
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Mar 17, 2022
'Education is certainly the topic of the moment'
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss questionable state legislation on a measure that would let tax dollars follow a student to a private school; a bill that would move school meal program administration from the State Department of Education to the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry.
Also, in the midst of high oil and gas prices, looking back at how Oklahoma has invested in alternative energy, including $15 million to electric car maker Canoo.
Finally, kudos to the state legislature for expanding women's health care with mammogram coverage and House Bill 3720 mandating Holocaust education in Oklahoma schools.
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Mar 11, 2022
Simply bringing up facts makes some angry
Plus, paying more attention to who our leaders are. What if a nuclear bomb hits Tulsa? Judicial nominating committee has worked well. The proposal for homeless camps to abide by local building codes. An absurd way to fund public education. Celebrating the 80s college rock on Amazon.
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Mar 4, 2022
The craziness of our Legislature
It's an election year, so some wild stuff is going on. Plus, a discussion on transgender athletes.
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Feb 25, 2022
There's real stuff happening. Let’s pay attention and come together
From Ukraine to Inhofe, plenty to dive into this week.
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Feb 21, 2022
People will get involved if they see people who look like them involved
Plus, nonpartisan school board races looking more and more partisan, remaking Greenwood good for whole city, the Olympics and more.
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Feb 11, 2022
Rotisserie chicken factor in state grocery tax debate
Plus, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette talk about weekend columns, including an idea to increase voter turnout through open primaries; 30 years of public education funding neglect and more.
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Feb 8, 2022
Reaction to Oklahoma governor's State of the State
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette on where they agree and disagree with Gov. Kevin Stitt, who is up for re-election this year.
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Feb 4, 2022
Book banning a bad thing
Plus, the beauty of snow days, the Epic schools problem, student debt crisis and more.
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Jan 28, 2022
Smart people talking about issues. It was awesome
This week's topics: Turning 50. Book banning. The importance of libraries. Olympics getting political.
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Jan 21, 2022
Let's get ready to rumble
Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette tackle the ongoing teacher shortage, the dispute between the tribes and Gov. Stitt and more.
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Jan 14, 2022
There's always someone ready to take away a right
In their weekly video, Ginnie Graham and Bob Doucette discuss the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and Dr. Martin Luther King.
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Jan 7, 2022
Tulsa World Opinion: We've got problems when it's always my way or the highway
This week's topics: Frustration with local COVID testing, the insurrection one year later, gun violence and celebrating the lives of two Hollywood icons
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Dec 22, 2021
Tulsa World Opinion: What are we going to do about climate change?
Deadly tornadoes in Midwest. Winter storms in Texas earlier this year. We need to have a serious discussions about how we're going to deal with deadly storms. Editorials editor Ginnie Graham and columnist Bob Doucette discuss.
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Oct 28, 2021
Trailer - Tulsa World Opinion
Tulsa World Editorial Editor Ginnie Graham and Editorial Writer Bob Doucette talk with newsmakers and op-ed contributors about the biggest issues in Tulsa and Oklahoma.
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