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Capitol Insider

KGOU Radio
Oklahoma Legislature
Oklahoma
Oklahoma Supreme Court
Kevin Stitt
Governor Kevin Stitt
Medicaid Expansion
Education
Markwayne Mullin
Tulsa
Oklahoma City Thunder
Ryan Walters
State Budget
Sports Betting
Budget
Constitutional Convention
Voter Identification
Immigration Enforcement
Screwworms
Oklahoma Governor's Race
State Department Of Education

A discussion of the week's news from Oklahoma's State Capitol between KGOU Public Radio's Dick Pryor and Quorum Call's Shawn Ashley, plus interviews with newsmakers. You can also watch Capitol Insider on YouTube.

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This has been an eventful year for Oklahoma colleges and universities. The CEO for the State System of Higher Education, Chancellor Sean Burrage, gives us an update.

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has filed a new lawsuit alleging that home insurer Allstate underpaid or denied wind and hail damage claims made by Oklahomans.

The U.S. Supreme Court's decision in a transgender athlete case affirms state law in more than two dozen states, including Oklahoma.

Oklahoma state colleges and universities have received the go-ahead to raise tuition and fees to address rising costs.

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Rod Hall
State veterinarian
Oklahoma State Department of Agriculture - State Veterinarian
Episode: New World screwworms threaten agriculture, prompt state response
Paul Ziriax
State Election Board Secretary
Oklahoma State Election Board
Episode: Prepping for the 2026 Oklahoma elections
Dr. Robert Dauffenbach
Professor Emeritus, Price College of Business, University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma
Episode: Primer on state budget and taxes as legislative session begins
Kevin Stitt
Governor of Oklahoma
State of Oklahoma
Episode: Governor Kevin Stitt looks ahead to eighth and final year in office
Robert Dauffenbach
Professor Emeritus at the Price College of Business, University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma
Episode: End of year economic outlook shows strength in Oklahoma economy
Cindy Munson
House Minority Leader
Oklahoma House of Representatives
Episode: Democrats call for special session to address loss of SNAP funding
Julia Kirk
Senate Minority Leader
Oklahoma Senate
Episode: Democrats call for special session to address loss of SNAP funding
Lindell Fields
Former Career Tech Center Superintendent, appointed Superintendent of Public Education
Oklahoma Department of Education (appointed)
Episode: What's next after a tumultuous week for Oklahoma education?
Nellie Sanders
Former Education Secretary under Governor Stitt
State of Oklahoma
Episode: What's next after a tumultuous week for Oklahoma education?

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Dick Pryor
Host of Capitol Insider with KGOU Public Radio; long-running political commentator and anchor for Oklahoma politics coverage.
Shawn Ashley
Publisher and co-host providing policy context and reporting integrations from Quorum Call.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 10 ratings
  • Oklahoma Politics

    Capitol Insider is the best source to stay updated on Oklahoma Politics. Well done and thank you to all involved in making this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Tom Joadie
    United States9 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Strong analysis of budget and legislative moves; great for policymakers.
Reliable source for updates ahead of elections and regulatory changes.
Could feature more guest perspectives to broaden viewpoints.
Capitol Insider provides clear Oklahoma politics coverage that keeps me informed.
Hosts offer practical takeaways for stakeholders and interested locals.

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What's next after a tumultuous week for Oklahoma education?
Q: Well, tell us about Lindell Fields, the new Superintendent of Public Education.
Fields has over 30 years in Oklahoma's Career Tech system and has leadership experience at multiple career tech centers, bringing a background in education and organizational leadership to the role.
End of year economic outlook shows strength in Oklahoma economy
Q: When you look at this data, how confident are you in its validity?
I am fairly confident because BLS data come from long-running programs that have been tweaked but maintained consistency over time, though there are concerns about reporting and low response rates that could affect accuracy.
State Regents approve tuition and fee increases for higher education
Q: How do they see that affecting their systems?
Pension system leaders expect the cost of the COLAs to have a negative fiscal impact in the near term, though they hope investment gains later this year might offset some of those costs.
State Regents approve tuition and fee increases for higher education
Q: How much were the increases and when do they take effect?
COLAs for retirees range from 3% for those retired 10 to 20 years to 6% for those retired 20 years or more; these increases take effect on October 1st, but their funding for these increases is a separate fiscal matter.
State Regents approve tuition and fee increases for higher education
Q: Now colleges and universities are hesitant to raise fees and tuition. Why did they see it necessary to do it now?
State appropriations do not fully cover the rising costs of educating students, so institutions raise tuition and fees gradually to bridge the funding gap while pursuing strategic initiatives outlined in plans like Blueprint 2030.

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Capitol Insider offers in-depth analysis of Oklahoma state politics, focusing on legislative developments, budget decisions, and governance issues at the state capitol. Regular hosts bring policy context, reporting, and timely updates, often weaving in quotes from lawmakers and practical guidance on navigating the state's political process. The show frequently covers topics such as budget maneuvers, education funding, Medicaid, elections, and constitutional questions, making it a go-to for listeners who want a clear read on how state government moves and why it matters for business, policy, and public affairs. A standout aspect is the duo's ability to translate complex legislative activity into actionable takeaways, sometimes featuring gues... more

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2. Paul Ziriax
3. Dr. Robert Dauffenbach
4. Kevin Stitt
5. Robert Dauffenbach
6. Cindy Munson
7. Julia Kirk
8. Lindell Fields

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