Bennie Edwards was shot three times and killed last year by an Oklahoma City police officer. Detective Bryn Carter said the shots were fired "unnecessarily." Now, Carter has retracted that sworn statement.See omnystudio.com/listener for priva

Diving into Medicaid expansion in Oklahoma

Jun 4th, 2021 16m 37s

Last year, Oklahomans voted to expand Medicaid to lower-income adults in the state. These benefits will go into effect on July 1 for those who qualify. The Oklahoman's reporters discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Skewed news coverage of Tulsa Race Massacre had lasting impacts

May 28th, 2021 21m 2s

In 1921, Black Wall Street was burned to the ground in the Tulsa Race Massacre. Although the event made headlines, many newspapers framed the event using racist language. The Oklahoman's reporters discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv

Understanding the generational trauma of the attack on Black Wall Street

May 26th, 2021 12m 34s

The Tulsa Race Massacre, like other violent moments in history, sparks trauma passed down through generations. Relatives share how the events of 1921 impacted their families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eyewitness accounts from Tulsa Race Massacre, read and revisited 100 years later

May 26th, 2021 35m 14s

The Oklahoman presents excerpts from published reports of the events of May 31 and June 1, 1921, followed by reflections on how this event is still impacting the Tulsa community and the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati

Oklahoma restaurants face labor shortage amid pandemic

May 21st, 2021 17m 21s

Restaurants across Oklahoma are struggling to find workers during the COVID-19 pandemic despite consumers returning to dining rooms. The Oklahoman's reporters discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

COVID-19 exposes health disparities in Oklahoma's minority communities

May 14th, 2021 10m 48s

Native American, Hispanic and Black Oklahomans have been impacted by COVID-19 at a disproportionate rate. But these health disparities go beyond the pandemic. The Oklahoman's reporters discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informat

State lawmakers talk policing, protest bills in wake of George Floyd's murder

May 7th, 2021 24m 20s

Oklahoma lawmakers have responded to social injustice protests across the country with controversial bills in their first legislative session since George Floyd's murder. The Oklahoman's reporters discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv

Explosions torment residents of historic Black neighborhood

Apr 23rd, 2021 20m 29s

Oklahoma City's John F. Kennedy neighborhood has endured decades of explosions coming from two nearby scrap yards. The Oklahoman's reporters discuss the impacts these blasts have on residents, as well as the steps being taken to stop them. Se

Oklahoma City Board of Education requests audit of charter school

Apr 16th, 2021 20m 29s

In an ongoing saga involving charter schools in the state, the Oklahoma City Board of Education requested an investigative audit of Santa Fe South Charter Schools. The Oklahoman's reporters discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in

Oklahoma County jail hostage situation leads to inmate death

Apr 9th, 2021 19s

Curtis Williams, an inmate at the Oklahoma County jail was fatally shot after a hostage situation on Saturday, March 27. Since then, the jail has faced backlash. The Oklahoman's reporters discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor

A look at Britton Road's future as developments boom

Mar 26th, 2021 27m 26s

The old town of Britton is booming with new developments, including a brewery, pizzeria and barber shop. The Oklahoman’s reporters discuss the district and how its businesses have been successful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy infor

Most Oklahomans are now eligible for Covid-19 vaccine

Mar 19th, 2021 13m 47s

Oklahoma has increased its vaccination efforts across the state, opening up appointments to most Oklahomans. The Oklahoman’s reporters discuss how this will impact the state’s return to normalcy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa

Julius Jones’ commutation request moves to stage two

Mar 12th, 2021 25m 33s

The Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board voted Monday to move Oklahoma death row inmate Julius Jones’ commutation case to stage two. The Oklahomans reporters discuss the case, the board’s vote and what is expected next.See omnystudio.com/listener

Lawmakers discuss limits to the governor's power & the petition process

Mar 5th, 2021 18m 21s

State lawmakers are discussing legislation to limit the power of the governor, after the Covid-19 pandemic led to unprecedented authority from the office. Legislators are also seeking to change the process that allows citizens to push for a sta

Vaccine eligibility expands in Oklahoma

Feb 26th, 2021 11m 57s

The number of Oklahomans eligible to receive the Covid-19 vaccine increased this week, as appointments opened up to school teachers and staff, as well as people with comorbidities. The Oklahoman’s reporters discuss the new vaccine group.See o

Breaking down the Oklahoma energy crisis

Feb 19th, 2021 24m 56s

Rolling blackouts left many Oklahomans without power during record-low temperatures. Business reporter Jack Money joined the podcast to discuss how and why this happened.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why do we buy bread when snow is forecast?

Feb 15th, 2021 4m 32s

The Oklahoman's Josh Dulaney spoke to Stephanie Preston, a behavioral neuroscientist in the University of Michigan Department of Psychology, about consumer behavior during severe weather. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A look at the pandemic’s impact on Oklahoma industries and businesses

Feb 12th, 2021 24m 49s

The coronavirus pandemic upended the U.S. economy at the beginning of 2020. Many Oklahoma industries felt the negative impacts of the virus, but some benefited from its arrival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oklahoma lawmakers tackle issues surround COVID & Medicaid expansion

Jan 29th, 2021 21m 53s

Oklahoma legislators will return to the state Capitol this week for the 2021 legislative session, where they will tackle issues surrounding COVID-19, Medicaid expansion and redistricting. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Oklahoma school districts concerned about new state quarantine policy

Jan 22nd, 2021 26m 6s

Schools are reviewing new, controversial COVID-19 guidance announced by state health leaders and Governor Kevin Stitt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What you need to know about the COVID vaccine process

Jan 15th, 2021 22m 39s

Oklahoma has entered Phase 2 of the distribution plan, which means first responders and Oklahomans age 65 and older can receive the vaccine. What do Oklahomans need to know about signing up for the vaccine? See omnystudio.com/listener for pri

Oklahoma Senators describe riot at U.S. Capitol

Jan 8th, 2021 13m 33s

Oklahoma Senators Jim Inhofe and James Lankford describe the scene inside the Capitol on Wednesday, and share their thoughts on President Trump's actions as well as the electoral college vote. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati

Lankford: "I wasn't trying to overturn this election."

Jan 7th, 2021 8m 33s

Oklahoma Senator James Lankford spoke to Chris Casteel about the riot at the Capitol and this stance on the electoral college challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inhofe: "I saw them going through my desk"

Jan 7th, 2021 7m 37s

Oklahoma Senator Jim Inhofe shares what it was like inside the Capitol when protesters entered the building. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.