Mulready Minutes

Episode 46 – Part 1 and Part 2 of the Mulready Minute podcast features Commissioner Glen Mulready, joined by Tim Pehrson, President & CEO, Integris Health, to discuss health care costs and what’s being done to improve affordability and access. Timothy Pehrson, President and CEO of INTEGRIS Health, Oklahoma's largest health system. Since joining INTEGRIS in 2018, Tim has led significant growth...

Episode 45 of the Mulready Minute podcast features Commissioner Glen Mulready, joined by Liz Heigle, Chief of Communication at OID, to discuss recent misinformation about the agency and homeowners' insurance premiums in Oklahoma. Liz Heigle – Ms. Heigle joined OID in 2019 as Communications Director. She brings over 25 years of experience. Her team is responsible for all activities involved in mana...

Episode 44 of the Mulready Minute features Commissioner Glen Mulready in conversation with Liz Heigle, Chief of Communication at OID. They will look at the challenges faced in 2025 and discuss what to expect in 2026. Liz Heigle – Ms. Heigle joined OID in 2019 as Communications Director. She brings over 25 years of experience. Her team is responsible for all activities involved in managing and orch...

Ray Walker, Divisional Director for MAP at OID, talks about Medicare Open Enrollment and some of the senior scams to look out for. Ray Walker is the Divisional Director for the Medicare Assistance Program at the Oklahoma Insurance Department. With over two decades of experience in the healthcare and insurance industry, Mr. Walker is a seasoned expert in his field.

Commissioner Mulready talks with Deputy Commissioner Mike Rhoads about Open Enrollment for the Marketplace, what key dates, plan options, and networks should Oklahomans consider. Additionally, learn how to navigate your insurance needs if premium subsidies are to end. Mike Rhoads joined OID in 2011, bringing over 40 years of executive experience to the team. His career includes 25 years with a lea...

Episode 42 of the Mulready Minute features Commissioner Glen Mulready in conversation with Miranda Creviston Motter, Senior Vice President of State Affairs and Policy for AHIP. Miranda Creviston Motter – Miranda joined America’s Health Insurance Plans (AHIP) in 2020 as Senior Vice President of State Affairs and Policy, leading state policy, advocacy, and political engagement. She previously served...

Episode 41 of the Mulready Minute features Commissioner Glen Mulready in conversation with Ashley Scott, OID’s Government & Community Affairs Director, as they discuss the latest developments in the Strengthen Oklahoma Homes Grant Program following the release of its 19th ZIP code. Tune in to hear how the program is progressing and what steps are being taken to improve the consumer experience...

In Episode 40, Commissioner Mulready sits down with Scott McCollum, owner of McRoof. They discuss a topic that hits close to home—literally—roofing. Whether it’s storm damage, insurance claims, or contractor confusion, we know roofing repairs and replacements are essential for Oklahoma homeowners. Scott McCollum, Owner of McRoof Scott owns McRoof and is a certified expert in roofing and storm dama...

In Episode 39, Commissioner Mulready sits down with Denise Johnson, President and CEO of Big "I" Oklahoma. They sit down to discuss the state of the insurance industry and touch on rising premiums. Denise Johnson - Denise, an Oklahoma native and graduate of the University of Central Oklahoma, serves as the president and CEO of Big I Oklahoma. Previously, she served as Vice President at ECI Agency...

Episode 38, Part 2 - Commissioner Mulready sits down with Ashley Scott, OID's Government & Community Affairs Director, to discuss the key policy developments that shaped OID in 2024 and offer a look ahead at what to expect in 2025. Ashley Scott - Ashley, who has led OID's government and community outreach since June 2020, brings over 10 years of experience, including her time as a legislative...

In this episode, Commissioner Mulready welcomes Brian Downs, the First Deputy Commissioner and Chief of Staff at the Oklahoma Insurance Department (OID). Brian takes us behind the scenes of OID, shedding light on his role and responsibilities, particularly in overseeing the day-to-day administrative and regulatory operations of the department. He shares insights into the key tasks involved in ensu...

Episode 37: In this month's Mulready Minute Podcast, Commissioner Mulready discusses important public health and wellness topics and highlights how we can all contribute to improving outcomes. Our special guest is Buffy Heater, a seasoned health advocate, policy expert, and leader in the conversations surrounding health disparities and equity. With years of experience, Buffy brings invaluable insi...

During this months Mulready Minute Podcast, Commissioner Mulready and Lance Walker discuss how to improve health metrics in Oklahoma by 2030. They explore the role of performance science in transforming health outcomes and highlight the mission of the Human Performance and Nutrition Research Institute (HPNRI) at Oklahoma State. Lance Walker is the Executive Director of the Human Performance and Nu...

Episode 35 features Commissioner Mulready discussing the landscape of technology and cybersecurity risks with Robin Meyer, Partner at Innovative Technology Law Group in Oklahoma City. Robin Meyer is a technology law expert and Partner at Innovative Technology Law Group in Oklahoma City. She previously served as General Counsel and Data Protection Officer at TokenEx and spent eight years as Deputy...

Episode 34 features Commissioner Mulready discussing the US runoff industry with Carolyn Fahey, Executive Director of the Association of Insurance & Reinsurance Run-Off Companies (AIRROC). Carolyn Fahey is the Executive Director of AIRROC, where she leads the association and the US runoff industry by shaping its strategic direction with the Board of Directors. She manages AIRROC’s operations a...

Episode 33 features Commissioner Mulready discussing disaster preparedness with Annie Mack Vest, newly appointed Director of Oklahoma Emergency Management (OEM). Director Vest brings extensive experience in disaster mitigation and community preparedness, previously serving as Oklahoma's state hazard mitigation officer and holding leadership roles in emergency management consulting. She holds degre...

Episode 32 features Commissioner Mulready in conversation with Ashley Scott, OID’s Government & Community Affairs Director, discussing the newly enacted HB3089 – Strengthen Oklahoma Homes Act. Tune in as they delve into the program details and its upcoming launch schedule.   Ashley Scott, who assumed the role of OID’s Government and Community Affairs Director in June 2020, brings over a decade...

Episode 31: Commissioner Mulready talks with Oklahoma Insurance Deputy Commissioner Mike Rhoads about his role at OID. They cover various topics, including health insurance coverage, home insurance, natural disasters, and how the Consumer Assistance Division supports Oklahomans. Mike Rhoads Mr. Rhoads joined OID in 2011, bringing over 40 years of executive experience to the team. His career includ...

Episode 30: In this episode, Commissioner Mulready sits down with Representative Mark Tedford (R-Tulsa) and OID’s Government & Community Affairs Director Ashley Scott to discuss HB3089 – Strengthen Oklahoma Homes Act. Listen as they explain how this bill will help the Oklahoma consumer. Mark Tedford Rep. Tedford began representing House District 69, including Bixby, Jenks, and Tulsa, in the Ok...

In this episode, Commissioner Mulready sits down with mental health reform advocate Cathy Costello to discuss mental health care, parity and access to care in Oklahoma. Cathy, originally from Overland Park, Kansas, pursued her passion for classical music and opera, earning her Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Kansas, where she met her husband, Mark Costello. They settled in Edmond, O...

Commissioner Mulready visits with Katy Spangler, Principal at Spangler Strategies, delving into the present landscape of Health Savings Accounts (HSAs).  Discussion includes intended applications and benefits of an HSA. Katy Spangler Katy Spangler, Principal at Spangler Strategies, is a seasoned expert in health care policy, advocacy and coalition building.  She serves as Senior Advisor to the Ame...

Insurance prices are soaring and homeowners in states prone to natural disasters have been hit the hardest. In this episode, Commissioner Mulready sits down with Kayla Blount, Principal/Advisor at 317 Insurance Advisors to discuss Oklahoma rates and what the consumer can do about it. Kayla Blount, Principal/Advisor at 317 Insurance Advisors, began her insurance journey at Liberty Mutual, excelling...

Over 50 million Americans have a mental illness, but more than half (55%) of adults with a mental illness don’t receive treatment. Oklahoma ranks 38th in mental health care. In this episode, Commissioner Mulready sits down with Zack Stoycoff, Executive Director, Healthy Minds Policy Initiative, to discuss where we stand in Oklahoma with Mental Health Care and Coverage. With over a decade of dedica...

These two podcast topics should provide valuable information for listeners looking to make informed decisions during Medicare Open Enrollment and Healthcare Marketplace Open Enrollment for 2024. Part One – Guest Sung Kang with HealthMarkets in Oklahoma City talks about Open Enrollment and the Healthcare Marketplace in Oklahoma. Sung Kang, born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, comes from a family dee...

Episode 24: In this episode, Commissioner Mulready visits with Todd Russ, the 20th State Treasurer of Oklahoma.  They delve into his background, achievements, and the ways in which he supports and champions the interests of Oklahoma Todd Russ – With deep roots in Western Oklahoma, Todd’s journey began with a bachelor’s degree in finance from Southwestern Oklahoma State University. His educational...