Jake for the State Podcast

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Kim Kennedy, an Oklahoma Rancher, as they talk about the impact to the agriculture industry in the State of wind energy. _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Merrick Show every weekday morning from 7-8AM CST to the greater Oklahoma City Metro Area.   You can also listen to his pa...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Lisa Standridge, candidate for State House District 15. _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Merrick Show every weekday morning from 7-8AM CST to the greater Oklahoma City Metro Area.   You can also listen to his past radio shows by vising https://www.freedom969.com/onair/jake-me...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with political activist Deborah Campbell as they talk about issues surrounding legislation presented and voted on at the end of Oklahoma's legislative cycle. _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Merrick Show every weekday morning from 7-8AM CST to the greater Oklahoma City Metro Area....

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Gary Boggess, current Grady County Sheriff and who is running for re-election.   Visit him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gary.boggess.1/ _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Merrick Show every weekday morning from 7-8AM CST to the greater Oklahoma City Metro Area.   You c...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Matt Huggans, candidate for State Representative in House District 42.   Learn more at https://www.matthuggans.com/ _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Merrick Show every weekday morning from 7-8AM CST to the greater Oklahoma City Metro Area.   You can also listen to his past ra...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with April Brown, candidate for State Representative in House District 48.   Visit her facebook at https://www.facebook.com/p/April-Brown-2022-100076358919321 _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Merrick Show every weekday morning from 7-8AM CST to the greater Oklahoma City Metro Area...

Listen to Jake Merrick's discussion with Jonathan Hewitt, the grassroots candidate stepping forward to challenge this district's liberal, six-year incumbent and bring a return of conservative values to the office of our state representative. As a police officer in Moore, Jonathan continues his service to the public, while his wife Kimber works in law enforcement as a member of Cleveland County's I...

Listen to Jake Merrick's discussion with Marven Goodman, candidate for HD 38 (Garfield, Grant, Kay, Logan, Noble counties).   Marven served as county commissioner of Logan County from 2014-2022 and has a background in the Oklahoma Military Department managing information technology. He also served in the Marine Corps and the Army Guard and was involved in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) duri...

Listen to Jake Merrick's discussion with Kathren Stehno, candidate for HD 53 and current Director of Education at Southwestern Christian University in Bethany, OK. Kathren shares her background, including her time at the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability (OEQA). She discusses her views on education and whether she agrees with Ryan Walters' positions and approach to reforming Oklahom...

Listen to Jake Merrick's discussion with Wendi Stearman, running for State Senate District 29. Wendi talks with Jake about what led her to run for office again. Previously, Stearman served in the State House.   Find out more about Wendi Stearman at https://www.stearmanforsenate.com/ _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Mer...

Listen to Jake Merrick's discussion with Representative Jason Murphey. He delves into what led to the shift in Oklahoma to a Republican super majority and how the early Republican culture compares to today's environment. They also explore the influence of dark money on politics and discuss whether grassroots candidates can overcome this challenge, providing insights on how it might be possible, an...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with U.S. Representative Josh Brecheen, who represents the 2nd congressional district of Oklahoma, as they talk about issues facing our nation.   If you want to watch the full show, become a Patreon supporter: https://www.patreon.com/jfsbroadcast _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake M...

Listen to Jake Merrick's discussion with Shelley Gwartney, candidate for Senate, District 33.   Shelley talks about her reason for entering this race for Senate District 33, her work with Moms For Liberty, and engaging with school boards across her district. This involvement led her to run for a school board seat, giving her new insight into public education.   She also helped found Tulsa Classica...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Andrew Hayes, who is challenging Congressman Tom Cole for CD4. Hayes talks about why he's running, his concerns with Cole, and what makes him stand out in this very important race in Oklahoma.   Check out his Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557936937042 _____________________________________________   Want to hear more? Tune int...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Jana Belcher with Constitutional Home Educators Alliance as she discusses homeschooling in Oklahoma and why so many home educators are opposed to the recently passes education tax credit. She also talks about concerns about government intrusion into schooling "by other means" via proposals like standardized testing, approved curriculum, and registration,...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Charity Lynch and Larry Murray, after their election to RNC chairman and chairwoman. He gets their take on the convention, the state of the Republican Party in Oklahoma, how to move toward more unity in the state, defining grassroots, fundraising, holding elected officials accountable to the Republican platform, and the upcoming Presidential election. __...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Senator Dusty Deevers, as he explains the process of in vitro fertilization and why there is a call for more regulatory oversight by Congress. Most people are unaware of what happens to the numerous lives that are created in a Petri dish. Many are discard, frozen, or used for further scientific purposes. Then, there are those that are actually adopted.  ...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with candidate Paul Bondar, who is challenging incumbent, Tom Cole, for Congressional District 4 in Oklahoma. Bondar explains why he believes it's time for a change and how he would vote much differently from Congressman Cole.   He also talks about his position on issues like Ukraine funding, our ally Israel, the border, and surveillance. Additionally, they a...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Oklahoma State Representative for District 20, Sherrie Conley, as she talks about legislation currently addressing issues in Oklahoma public schools and consideration of the OSDE rules.   Additionally, she speaks on the evolution of the science of reading, and why Oklahoma is not teaching it. Is this contributing to the dismal reading scores and low acad...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with candidate for State Senate District 27, Cody Anderson. Cody is running against incumbent Senator Casey Murdock.   As a native of western Oklahoma and as someone involved in the agricultural industry, Cody discusses the importance of water rights and where he stands on the push for greater regulation on water across the state.   He also talks about his be...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Jonathan Wingard, as he talks about the significance of his race running against incumbent, Senator Greg McCourtney, who was recently chosen as Pro Tempore elect by the Senate body. If McCourtney is re-elected, he would likely be confirmed as the new head of the Senate. If not re-elected, it would cause a big disruption to the Senate leadership plans.  ...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Pamela McNall-Granier, Candidate for Senate District 31.  _____________________________________________ Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Merrick Show every weekday morning from 7-8AM CST to the greater Oklahoma City Metro Area. You can also listen to his past radio shows by vising https://www.freedom969.com/onair/jake-merr...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Cory, the founder of Belter Roofing, as they delve into the origins and evolution of his company. Amidst recent legislative changes affecting roofing and insurance, Cory offers vital advice for homeowners to avoid surprise bills after roof replacements. _____________________________________________ Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting...

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Heather Boss, Candidate for House District 53.  _____________________________________________ Want to hear more? Tune into Freedom 96.9, broadcasting The Jake Merrick Show every weekday morning from 7-8AM CST to the greater Oklahoma City Metro Area. You can also visit https://www.freedom969.com/onair/jake-merrick/ to listen to his past radio shows!

Listen in to Jake Merrick's discussion with Mic Rosado and Gina Desmarais, as they discuss the W.H.O. Pandemic Treaty and international health regulation developed by the WEF and UN -- and how the Biden administration seeks to join the treaty on May 27th. Learn more about their work by visiting https://whofighters.com/ _____________________________________________ Want to hear more? Tune into Free...