The Flyover State Podcast

Former Oklahoma City FBI Special Agent in Charge, DPS Commissioner, OSBI Director and Edmond Police Chief Bob Ricks joins TFSP to provide intricate detail of his involvement in two major American events - the 1993 Branch Davidian standoff near Waco, TX and the April 19,1995 bombing of the Murrah Federal Building in OKC. Listen as Ricks vividly recalls details of both events that provide behind-the...

Oklahoma political power couple Greg and Maressa Treat talk about their time in public service, including the unique perspective of serving simultaneously respectively as the state Senate Pro Tempore and the Oklahoma County Clerk. They also provide keen insight into what led them to public service and their desire to serve. Greg and Maressa conclude by recounting how a very serious automobile acci...

Outgoing state Rep. Mike Osburn (R-Edmond), Chair of the House Rules Committee, details his committee's recent findings and recommendations in regard to improper behavior from state Rep. Danny Williams (R-Seminole) towards multiple public employees. Listen as Rep. Osburn discusses the importance and professionalism of the committee process and where the investigation stands currently.   

Remember the 1987 movie classic, Broadcast News? Well, our guest sure does as he played the young William Hurt in that great screenplay as well as roles in other movies and a long stint doing commercials for a variety of products including Aim Toothpaste and Nestle Crunch Bars!  He's the one and only Kimber Shoop, a child actor of the 80s and now a regulatory attorney!  You'll love Kimber's hilari...

Former Oklahoma state capitol reporters Tim Allen, Chris Casteel and Michael McNutt discuss their careers covering the Oklahoma Legislature and dozens of elected officials, including their most memorable political figure. The trio also touches on their professions after leaving the press room which includes stints as public information officers and D.C. news reporting. Take a trip back in time wit...

Oklahoma journalist Tres Savage, Editor-in-Chief of NonDoc, provides his opinion on the razor close August 25 gubernatorial GOP primary runoff as well as the not-as-close GOP runoff for State Superintendent. He also provides in-depth analysis on why candidates Mike Mazzei and Robert Franklin were victorious and concludes by giving his thoughts on the November 3 general election.  If you're an elec...

Legendary Oklahoma sports journalist Berry Tramel gives his take on the 2026 football seasons for OU, OSU and TU as well as the OKC Thunder. Berry, a Norman native, also discusses his long newspaper and sports radio career which includes stops at the Norman Transcript, The Oklahoman and his current positions at The Tulsa World and WWLS "The Sports Animal".  He also talks very candidly about his ro...

Noted Oklahoma pollster Pat McFerron returns to TFSP with his latest numbers in the hotly contested GOP gubernatorial primary runoff as well as brand new primary runoff numbers for Labor Commissioner, State Superintendent and Insurance Commissioner. Pat also releases for the first time his latest polling on contests for Lt. Governor, Attorney General and U.S. Senate, as well as current popularity...

The Flyover State Podcast goes old school with former Oklahoma gubernatorial communication directors John Reid (Gov. George Nigh), Dan Mahoney (Gov. Frank Keating) and Paul Sund (Gov. Brad Henry) as they reminisce of their time serving their respective governors. You do not want to the trio discussing how time and technology have changed this important role plus hear fantastic insight into what ma...

Former Oklahoma Lt. Governor Todd Lamb talks about his time as a U.S. Secret Service agent, including training required to investigate white collar crime and provide protection to U.S. presidents and foreign heads of state. He also discusses his current role as president of Oklahoma's third largest public university, the University of Central Oklahoma. You don't want to miss this insightful and in...

Remembering Senator Jim Inhofe with former staffers John Collison and Blu Hulsey as they join TFSP to commemorate the two-year passing of Oklahoma's longest serving U.S. Senator and legendary political figure. From harrowing and humorous "flying with Jim" tales to rare insight into what made Jim Inhofe one of the most unique and effective public servants in state history, you'll want to join this...

NonDoc Editor-in-Chief Tres Savage talks about his unique role in covering Oklahoma state government from a non-profit journalism perspective while providing great insight into major stories NonDoc has broken.  If you like hard factual news, investigative reporting and what it takes to really dig deep into a story, take a listen to Tres. You'll be glad you did.  

A bipartisan episode at its finest as longtime Oklahoma political and government pros Pat Hall and Jim Dunlap provide analysis on the June 16 primaries along with great back stories from their over 80 combined years inside and outside of the Oklahoma State Capitol.  No matter if you're a D, R or I, you don't want to miss this episode!  

Renowned OKC television newsman Kevin Ogle joins TFSP for a special Father's Day episode to remember his late father and legendary newsman Jack Ogle, and to discuss what it's like to be in the 'family business' with his brothers and his two daughters. To cap things off, Kevin talks about his longtime role as moderator of KFOR's weekly political and public affairs program, Flashpoint.

Former longtime Associated Press reporter Sean Murphy talks his career covering Oklahoma state government, the unique state Capitol press room and what he thinks of the past, current and future of print journalism. 

Oklahoma Senate & State Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax talks about his unique role in state government, and how Oklahoma came to be home to America's best voting system. Segment two features The State Chamber's Adam Maxey discussing why SQ 832, the upcoming ballot initiative to raise Oklahoma's minimum wage, is bad for workers and small businesses.   

Oklahoma's chief marketer and promoter, Lt. Governor Matt Pinnell joins TFSP to discuss his two terms in office, the role of the lieutenant governor and why promoting Oklahoma is so rewarding.  

Former OK state Senator Rick Brinkley joins TFSP with a tell all life account including his ups and a pretty serious down that reshaped his life. It's worth the listen! 

Longtime Oklahoma communications professional Dan Mahoney joins TFSP to discuss his varied career including his current role with the defending world champion Oklahoma City Thunder.  

OK 3rd District U.S. Rep. Frank Lucas talks rural roots and its connection to public service. 

OKC National Memorial & Marathon Director Kari Watkins talks 4.19.95 Murrah Federal Building bombing & OKC Memorial Marathon. 

Oklahoma 4th District U.S. Rep. Tom Cole, House Appropriations Committee Chair, discusses a variety of topics.

Noted Oklahoma-based world affairs expert Marc Nuttle talks Iran, China, Russia, Ukraine and other world topics.

Oklahoma political consultant/pollster Pat McFerron joins Randy & John to discuss recent GOP statewide campaign polling results. 

Celebrating the 115th anniversary of the birth of former President Ronald Reagan with special guest, former Oklahoma Governor Frank Keating, a multiple Reagan appointee.