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Thinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnLegislative Update with Curtis and RyanCurtis and Ryan give an update on how legislative session has gone so far and how the last few weeks might shape up.2025-05-1241 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnWhy Work?Curtis and Ryan talk with David Bahnsen, Chief Investment Officer of The Bahnsen Group and bestselling author, about flipping the script on how we see work—and why it might just be one of life’s greatest blessings.2025-03-3144 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnKevin McDugle on Glossip v. OklahomaCurtis and Ryan sit down with former state Representative Kevin McDugle to discuss the recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Glossip v. Oklahoma and his role in the case. Notes: https://www.reedsmith.com/en/news/2023/03/reed-smith-glossip-investigation-releases-new-findings-evidence-withheld 2025-03-1749 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnBig Picture: Checking in on D.C.This week, the guys take a step back from Oklahoma politics to explore a broader perspective on the major projects unfolding in Washington, D.C.Have a guest suggestion or feedback? Let us know at digital@ocpathink.org.2025-03-0449 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnProperty Tax Problems with Manish BhattTax expert and Senior Policy Analyst for the Tax Foundation, Manish Bhatt, joins the guys to talk about the complications, functions, and frustrations surrounding the property tax.To read about the REINS Act, check out this article from OCPAthink.org, "Effort to reduce state regulation gets bipartisan support"2025-02-1453 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnNew year, same government spending problemListen in as the guys discuss what to watch for in the upcoming legislative session and a few grassroots initiatives that you should probably keep an eye on.2025-01-1743 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnWhat's Next? The OK Supreme Court is HiringThe guys debrief the results of the recent election cycle, including Oklahoma voters' historic decision not to retain an Oklahoma Supreme Court justice.To read the article about judicial districts Ryan mentions, click this link.For more information on OCPA's judicial scorecard, click here.2024-11-2249 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnWorkers' comp cases and controversiesRenowned law professor and former OCPA fellow Andy Spiropoulos sits down with the guys to talk about controversial workers' comp issues and related cases that Oklahoma's highest court has mishandled.Click here to read Andy Spiropoulos' article "Once More into the Breach: The Path to Effective Workers’ Compensation Reform in Oklahoma."2024-10-0343 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnThe Economic & Legal Case Against the Minimum WageRyan sits down with Ben Lepak to discuss a recent activist initiative to raise the minimum wage in Oklahoma and why it would be a bad move for the state.2024-09-2348 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnThe scores are inAhead of the upcoming November election, Curtis and Ryan discuss OCPA’s 2024 legislative scorecard and first-ever judicial scorecard. Click here to see the 2024 Legislative Scorecard.Click here to see OCPA’s Judicial Scorecard.To learn more about the lawsuit over the University of Oklahoma’s racist scholarship practices, click here.2024-09-0946 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnTalk Left, Walk Right: Interview with Dr. Brad Wilcox on how marriage can save civilizationCurtis and Ryan sit down with Dr. Brad Wilcox, Future of Freedom Fellow at the Institute for Family Studies and professor at the University of Virginia, to dive into his groundbreaking research on marriage and the family. They also discuss his new book, Get Married: Why Americans Must Defy the Elites, Forge Strong Families, and Save Civilization.2024-06-1243 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnTennessee WisdomProf. Brian Fitzpatrick of Vanderbilt Law School talks to Ryan and Curtis about how Tennessee successfully changed its judicial nominating process—and why Oklahoma should do the same. They discuss the dangers of a bar-controlled court system and discuss what it would look like to allow the continuance of the Judicial Nominating Commission to be put to a state question.For more content on the truth and dangers of the JNC, listen to this popular episode with Ben Lepak; “Legislators In Black Robes With Ben Lepak.”2024-04-1737 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnDr. Ben Carson stops byCurtis and special guest Dr. Ben Carson discuss life lessons, role models, and the ever-changing climate of American politics. Listen in to hear Dr. Carson's thought-provoking perspectives on the country's education system, the doom of repeating history, and the reality of the human condition.Be sure to join us April 24th for OCPA's Citizenship Award dinner featuring former U.S. Secretary of Urban Housing and Development, 2016 presidential candidate, Dr. Ben Carson.For more information, click here.2024-04-0331 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnSusan B. AnthonyCurtis and Ryan discuss judicial reform in Oklahoma with Katie Daniel, Susan B. Anthony Pro Life America's state policy director, and unpack how Oklahoma's courts threaten the state's pro-life laws. 2024-03-1136 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 177 - Oh No! I Forgot About the Wee-Woos! - Mark KandelDid you grow up with a family that was very attached to your local weather people? Well, that was the case for a lot of people in the Scranton-Wilkes-Barre area of Pennsylvania in the 90s to 00s with Marisa Burke. She was the area’s It Girl news anchor whose romance with Mark Kandel took the whole viewing area by storm. But the romance wouldn’t last forever when Mark had some bad habits that creeped into their lives and ruined their marriage and threatened to tarnish her reputation forever.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com2024-01-3147 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 176 - Can You Imagine if Witches Made You Unable to Come? - Cone of Power What do witches, Hitler and Aleister Crowley all have in common? Potentially one very particular ritual. Casey takes us back to World War II where a coven of witches gathered together to tell Hitler he couldn’t come. The crazy thing? It didn’t not work. But who actually did it? Did it even happen? You decide Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'E...2024-01-2437 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 175: Thou Art a Liar - Cock Lane Ghost/Scratching FannyWas it murder? Was there a ghost? What even is incest really? All that more explored in this strange ghost story, where Casey takes us back to England, 1792, where Dick on Cock Lane got his life all stirred up by the possibility of a ghost haunting his daughter.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darren Curtis Theme song: rap2h and Calamity C...2024-01-1733 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 174: Save Dana, The Rest Can Go - Virilio Aguilar Mendez We know that you heard from Roya last, but this case was important so we wanted to interrupt our previously established episodes to get this in here while it’s super relevant. Earlier this year, an injustice was done in Florida (shocker) and there may be some time to help make a difference. If you would be so kind to take a few seconds to sign this petition if you feel moved by the situation, Roya and Casey would greatly appreciate it. https://www.change.org/p/release-virgilio-aguilar-mendez-immediately Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.co...2024-01-1029 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnTip of the CapCurtis and Ryan talk about the new school choice tax credit and tease major legislative priorities for the upcoming session. 2023-12-1141 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 173: Hold On, I Have to Look at the Chuck E Cheese Menu - Chuck E Cheese MurdersRoya takes Casey and you all on a trip through a fairly cut and dry crime, but is it all it seems to be? The assailant, while not justified, was also made to be a victim his entire life. Abuse and cruelty compounded with hereditary mental health struggles seemed to leave a young man with no chance at avoiding violence.  Also Roya was moving this episode so she was recording in an empty room, hence the difference in audio. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.c...2023-11-2247 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 172: Edward Spork-Hands - The Sutton Family Alien InvasionLet us sell you a movie idea. It’s the 1950s, rural Kentucky, a hootenanny is happening when aliens attack. Well, good news, you don’t have to wait for the summer blockbuster, Casey is here to tell you all about the Sutton Family and how they fought off (?) an alien invasion (?) on their farm. Look up the pictures or the social media posts. You won’t regret it. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitte...2023-11-1555 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 171: Good For Her - The Descent of Inanna Ever been interested in ancient Sumerian poetry? No? Well, this might not be the episode for you then. In this episode, Roya talks about a Sumerian myth, the Descent of Inanna. Who is Inanna? You might know her as Ishtar. Where is she descending from? The Great Above. Where is she descending to? The Great Below. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music...2023-11-0840 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 170: One of God's Mistakes - The Beast of Bray RoadWho, or what, is eating all the roadkill in Wisconsin? Is it vultures or other carrion birds? Nah, it’s almost certainly a werewolf, dog man from hell and/or space. Leaving us with a lot of room to speculate and make wild connections between gray clouds being the product of aliens because aliens are also gray, Casey tells us about The Beast of Bray Road, an urban legend from Wisconsin. Or is it? Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast...2023-10-2552 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 169: The Devil's Apple - The Potato King Did you ever wonder how the potato became so big in Europe? No? Well, too bad, you’re gonna learn today. Roya takes the pod on a trip to yester-century as we talk about how the potato got to Europe, how it got so big in Germany and the king who was better at image rehab than any PR person in 2023, Frederick the Great.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Str...2023-10-2243 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 168 - Gobsmacked - Nottingham Goose Fair of 1766From goose shoes to cheese mayhem to cock on a stick, this episode has a little something for everyone. History! Water Fowl! Looney Tunes Antics! Dairy Products! Socialism! What more could you want? Casey takes us on a trip to 1766 with some history of things leading up an incredible cheese riot. Are there cheese thrown like frisbees? Listen to find out! Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 2023-10-1138 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 167 - Most Homo-Cides - Cari FarverThe case that’s taken TikTok by storm, Roya covers the twists and turns of the love… line(?) between Dave Kroupa, Cari Farver and Liz Golyar. Some sus antics, a finger print on a mint tin and a solid tech based bust with some actual good detective work for once!  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darren Curtis Theme song: rap2h and C...2023-10-0456 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 166 - If You Told Me Nandor Said That… - Persian Royal WeirdnessDo you want to listen to a podcast episode where Roya learns about her Persian history from an unexpected source, Casey! She’s on nightshift again folks which means she’s feral! But it’s just starting so she’s at least coherent still. Does she describe a historical king as ‘very slay’ yes. Yes she does. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darren Curtis 2023-09-2732 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 165 - About an Hour of Science - The Voynich ManuscriptFinally, Roya has a chance to explore about an hour of science as we talk about the Voynich Manuscript, a mysterious book that no one knows anything about. Parts don’t make sense. Is it aliens? A medieval fraud? The first copy of Cosmo? We don’t really know, but it certainly interested Roya. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darren Curtis Them...2023-09-0658 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 164: You Remembered that Possible Murder Wee-Woo? - Tarrare Wow, this one is a wild one. It might make you queasy, it might make you feel bad for the person, it will definitely leave you confused by the end of it. Today, Casey talks about Tarrare, who is quite a tragic character of French history that is often not talked about… Maybe for good reason… Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darr...2023-08-311h 00Strange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 164: You Remembered that Possible Murder Wee-Woo? - Tarrare Wow, this one is a wild one. It might make you queasy, it might make you feel bad for the person, it will definitely leave you confused by the end of it. Today, Casey talks about Tarrare, who is quite a tragic character of French history that is often not talked about… Maybe for good reason…  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darre...2023-08-301h 11Strange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 163 - Testifications - Lucy Letby It wouldn’t be an episode if Roya didn’t do an impression of a Sour Patch Kid, but instead, first it’s funny then it’s sad. Another super recent case, this one about a serial infant killer, but is there more than meets the eye here? Get your tinfoil hat out, but only the small size because we’re not talking about aliens or anything (this time). Also *update* in the case, she was found guilty and sentenced to a full life sentence. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: P...2023-08-231h 09Strange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 162: Everything is Goo - The Oakville BlobsEver wonder what it would be like if Jello-O rained down from the sky and started suddenly making people sick? Whose fault is it? We don’t know, but rest assured, we have speculations so make sure you stick around to the end and let us know what YOU think caused the blobs! Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darren Curtis Theme so...2023-08-1644 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 161: Turn the Freaking Fleas Gay - Unsolved MysteriesWhat are your thoughts on reincarnation? Well, today, Roya’s going to talk about one of the cases that is touted as having the most potential to be a true case of it. The Pollock Twins have a lot in common with their sisters. Maybe too much to be a coincidence. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darren Curtis Theme song: rap2h...2023-08-0946 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 160: Lil’ Baby Burgle - Patreon Vote - Coastal Cremation Have you ever wondered what happened when you took a failed football playing college drop out and a crematory named Coastal (that is not on a coast btw)? The answer will probably not surprise you, because nothing good happens. Casey takes us on a wild roller coaster of a case that was voted on by Patreon. If you too would like to influence episode topics please consider joining their ilk!  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast T...2023-08-021h 03Mercy Church PodcastMercy Church PodcastDisciple or Deceived? How to Know for Sure You’re Saved | Pastor Curtis AndruskoPastor Curtis Andrusko from The Summit Church in Durham, NC implores us to consider if our lives reflect the decision to follow Christ.If you missed previous weeks’ sermons, you can listen to them here! You can also watch videos of the sermons at mercycharlotte.com/sermons. Mercy Church is located in Charlotte, NC, and is led by Pastor Spence Shelton. Learn more at mercycharlotte.com. We would love for you to join us on Sunday mornings! For current service times, visit our website. Looking for video content? Check out our Youtube Channel. Follow us on...2023-07-3151 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnNever Ending SummerCurtis and Ryan talk about what's been happening in the legislature over the summer and what their own summer plans.2023-07-2549 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 159: The Circle of Gump - Rudy Farias Disappearance Please listen to this episode fully before you look up anything about this so you can enjoy the roller coaster Roya takes Casey on. This week, Roya is covering the disappearance of Rudy Farias in 2015 and how the case suddenly got a huge break just a few weeks ago from the date of this airing. Please enjoy the information, updates and shock of Casey as we look into this case and explore some potential bombshells and some current theories.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the p...2023-07-1954 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 158 - Orca Pride Month - OrcagateProbably not going to hell this week… Maybe only a little… We talk about our comrades of the sea and their endeavors to sink the rich. Casey tells us interesting facts about orcas, what they are, what they’ve been doing and potential explanations as to why they’re being such curious little guys when it comes to ships. We go back in history some to another very cantankerous whale. Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Fa...2023-07-1252 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 157: Maybe Don't Name Your Sub After Gods Buried in the Ocean? - OceanGate Are we going to hell? Probably. Do we worry about it here? No. This is a safe space. It’s not our fault that the very expensive tickets were only one way and no one told the billionaires. Roya talks about OceanGate and their submersible, Titan, which captured her attention the whole time it was gone.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Dar...2023-07-0556 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 156: Time Space Sex Portal - Lori Vallow Wrap Up Pt 4Finally, Casey can dump this case out of her brain and think about someone else other than Lori Vallow and demon Ned Schneider. The satisfying conclusion we were all hoping for (as long as it stays that way). Sponsored by Coca-Cola and Satan himself.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange and Unusual Podcast 'Elevator' music: Darren Curtis Theme song: rap2h and Calamity Casey2023-06-292h 05Strange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 155: Yes, Please Don't Look at the Evidence, Thank You - Lori Vallow trial pt 3 We’re closing in on the finish line of this case. The grim light at the end of the crazy murder tunnel. But! We’re not quite there yet. We have at least one more episode of Casey’s manic deep dive into Lori Vallow’s trial where she can finally be freed from this case and dump out half of her brain to make room for new information.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeun...2023-06-141h 41Strange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 154: r/JeepWrangler - Lori Vallow Wrap Up - Pt 2We got jokes this episode guys, from wondering what makes a special agent so special to animals and demons with people names, we cover some bizarre topics not unlike this case in general. The story is starting to unfold in all its dark and gruesome details. We will be continuing on with the coverage of the case from here for at least 1 (maybe 2) more episodes.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter: @_strangeunusual Facebook: The Strange a...2023-06-071h 30Thinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on Lincoln2023 Session RecapThis week, Curtis and Ryan discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of the 2023 legislative session. 2023-05-3142 minStrange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 153: I’m a Grown-Up Version of Harry Potter - Lori Vallow Wrap Up - Pt 1So, Roya didn’t realize how much effort editing was going to be so if it’s a little rough. Her bad. This episode starts up Casey’s in depth wrap up of Lori Vallow’s case and all the new evidence and information brought to light in the case. If you haven’t been following the case, or if you have, come join us for her research and Roya’s color commentary!.  Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at: @strange_unusual_podcast Twitter...2023-05-311h 39Strange & UnusualStrange & UnusualEp 152: Shark Coochie-gate 2023 - Movie CrimesIt was surprisingly hard to figure out how to search for ‘movie crimes’ without getting results like Zodiac or My Friend Dahmer, but it was finally managed! Roya collects some short stories of various crimes that happened on or around movies as well as one very troubled film production. Was it just egos? An aboriginal curse? Billy Zane? Celine Dion? That necklace from Titanic maybe? You be the judge. Also the long awaited return of new elevator music! Email us at: Strangeunusualpodcast@gmail.com Patreon: Patreon.com/strangeunusual Follow the pod on IG at...2023-05-2457 minStories in Two - Book PodcastStories in Two - Book PodcastE04E12 - The Book Bar Event - Curtis Sittenfeld in conversation with Natasha LunnWelcome back to the Stories in Two Podcast; A podcast for those who love books This week we have a recap of our time at The Book Bar event in The Charlotte Street Hotel in London. This was an event with Curtis Sittenfeld, author of the new release Romantic Comedy in conversation with Natasha Lunn, herself the author of Conversations On Love.   Books Discussed Romantic Comedy - Curtis Sittenfeld Naoise Dolan - The Happy Couple The Great Believers - Rebecca Makkai   The Book Ba...2023-05-0342 minStories in Two - Book PodcastStories in Two - Book PodcastE04E12 - The Book Bar Event - Curtis Sittenfeld in conversation with Natasha LunnWelcome back to the Stories in Two Podcast; A podcast for those who love books This week we have a recap of our time at The Book Bar event in The Charlotte Street Hotel in London. This was an event with Curtis Sittenfeld, author of the new release Romantic Comedy in conversation with Natasha Lunn, herself the author of Conversations On Love.   Books Discussed Romantic Comedy - Curtis Sittenfeld Naoise Dolan - The Happy Couple The Great Believers - Rebecca Makkai   The Book Ba...2023-05-0342 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnLet's Go Brandon (Dutcher)!OCPA is turning 30! This week, Curtis and Ryan are joined by OCPA's Senior Vice President, Brandon Dutcher, who began his journey with OCPA as a board member before joining the staff in 1995. Brandon gives listeners the inside look behind the many struggles of a new nonprofit, the changing political climate in Oklahoma since 1993, and OCPA's victories throughout the last 30 years.2023-04-2441 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnWhat the heck is a paideia? With special guest Pete HegsethThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined by co-host of Fox & Friends, Pete Hegseth, to discuss his latest book, Battle for the American Mind, and answer questions surrounding education, school choice, and what the heck a paideia is. Pete is also the keynote speaker for OCPA's 2023 Citizenship Award Dinner. Click here for more information on how you can join us to hear him speak on April 26. 2023-04-1041 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnLegislators in Black Robes with Ben LepakThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined by executive director of the State Chamber Research Foundation, Ben Lepak. The guys talk about judicial reform, including the Judicial Nominating Commission, and a recent decision regarding abortion by the Oklahoma Supreme Court. 2023-03-271h 12Thinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnDead (Or Alive?)This week, Curtis and Ryan discuss bills that made it through the first session deadline, Oklahoma's recent vote on recreational marijuana, and more. 2023-03-1331 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnBreaking Down the Transgender SessionThe 2023 Oklahoma Legislative Session is in full swing, and Curtis and Ryan are here to give you the most recent update! The guys break down school choice proposals from the House and Senate, as well as other legislation making its way through each chamber.School Choice Legislation:SB 822 by Sen. Julie DanielsSB 943 by Sen. Shane JettHB 1935 by Speaker McCallOCPA Watchlist OCPA Legislative Scorecard2023-02-2749 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnEconomics in 3 Podcasts: Monetary Madness Pt. 3 with Jeff DeistThis week, Curtis and Ryan close out the economics series with the president of the Mises Institute, Jeff Deist. The guys discuss inflation versus deflation, how states can insulate their economies, the Mises Institute, and more. 2023-02-1346 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnEconomics in 3 Podcasts: Monetary Madness Pt. 2 with Dr. Per BylundIn part 2 of the Economics in 3 Podcasts series, Curtis and Ryan are joined by Dr. Per Bylund, a Senior Fellow with the Mises Institute and associate professor of entrepreneurship and Johnny D. Pope Chair and Records-Johnston Professor in the School of Entrepreneurship in the Spears School of Business at Oklahoma State University. The guys discuss Dr. Bylund's latest book, modern monetary theory, entrepreneurship, and what causes prosperity.2023-01-3059 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnEconomics in 3 Podcasts: Monetary Madness with Dr. Joseph SalernoWelcome to part 1 of the Economics in 3 Podcasts series! Curtis and Ryan are kicking off the series with Academic Vice President of the Ludwig von Mises Institute, Dr. Joseph T. Salerno to discuss the cause and effects of inflation, Austrian Economics, and more.  2023-01-161h 00Thinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnIs Rank Choice Voting a Rank Choice?This week, Curtis and Ryan are joined by the founder of Save Our States and OCPA Distinguished Fellow, Trent England. Trent discusses a new project and takes the guys on a deep dive into rank choice voting. 2022-12-2354 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnBloated BureaucracyThis week, Curtis and Ryan unpack the regulatory burden on Oklahomans and our economy. Is Oklahoma an over-regulated state? If so, how do we fix it? The guys discuss all that and more on this episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln. 2022-12-1237 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnRace to the BottomHow is Oklahoma really doing when it comes to education? The new results are in, and it might be worse than predicted. This week, Curtis and Ryan unpack new test data from the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP).Find references on the data here.2022-11-0738 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnShine On, You Crazy Diamond with Grover NorquistThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined with founder and president of Americans for Tax Reform, Grover Norquist. The guys discuss Grover's journey to build ATR at the request of Pres. Ronald Reagan, the success of eliminating the income tax in states across the U.S., and more.2022-10-101h 03Thinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnFahrenheit 451This week, Curtis and Ryan discuss the phenomenon behind "book banning"in Oklahoma public schools.2022-09-2744 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnTech Talk with Carl SzaboThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined by the Vice President and General Counsel of NetChoice, Carl Szabo, to discuss the damaging ramifications of anti-trust legislation introduced by U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar. 2022-09-0647 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnHomeless, Not Hopeless: A conversation with Adam LuckThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined by City Care's Chief Executive Officer Adam Luck to talk about his work with Oklahoma's unsheltered. Adam discusses his journey to working with those in poverty and gives an in depth look at City Care Night Shelter, Oklahoma City's only permanent low-barrier night shelter. This episode sheds a light on the sources of homelessness and challenges opinions on government intervention, personal responsibility, and more.2022-08-2259 min6 Questions for...6 Questions for...6 Questions for... Curtis SheltonWe sit down with Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs' Curtis Shelton to discuss school choice, income taxes, and more.2022-08-1531 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnHousing Market Fix with Tobias PeterThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined by Research Fellow and Assistant Director of the American Enterprise Institute Housing Center, Tobias Peter. The guys discuss the current housing climate, how the government can (or can't) stabilize the market, and more.2022-06-2443 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnRegular Episode, Special SessionIn this episode, Curtis and Ryan discuss special session, tax reform, and true economic relief. 2022-06-1022 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnLegislative LetdownsThis week, Curtis and Ryan discuss Ryan's new claim to fame, the letdowns of this legislative session, and the potential to unite both sides of the political aisle.2022-05-2738 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnClosing TimeOn this episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, Curtis and Ryan discuss corporate welfare, the possibility of the Supreme Court of the United States overturning Roe v. Wade, and why it is important to reform the judicial nominating process in Oklahoma. 2022-05-1343 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnPension Problems and PyromaniacsThis week, Curtis and Ryan discuss Stillwater's problematic bathroom policy and some in the legislature attempting to line their own pockets.Article links:1. OSU's Drag Queen Story Hour2. Lawmaker makes false statements about bill3. Stillwater board refuses to change bathroom policy4. OCPA urges action by Hofmeister, State Board of Education on bathroom policy5. Oklahoma's confusing bathroom policy: context and legal background6. Why defined-contribution retirement plans are preferable to defined-benefit plans7. Nondoc: 'Burn it down: Chris Kannady hears no Senate bills in Civil Judiciary meeting2022-04-2239 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnGetting to Know Will CainThis week, Curtis is joined with co-host of Fox & Friends and former ESPN personality, Will Cain. The guys discuss Will's journey to television and his insight into the ever-growing hostility in news media.  Cain is the featured speaker at this year's Citizenship Award Dinner. Learn more here.2022-04-0839 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnA Conversation with Corey DeAngelisThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined with the national director of research at the American Federation for Children, Corey DeAngelis, to discuss school choice.  DeAngelis is the 2022 recipient of OCPA's annual Citizenship Award. Learn more about the event honoring his work for families across the nation here. 2022-03-2544 minWyrd TransmissionsWyrd TransmissionsEp. 83 - Signal Interruption with The Lurking TransmissionEvan Dean Shelton, the man behind The Lurking Transmission podcast, joins me on this latest episode. Evan is a musician, storyteller, producer, and publisher. We talk about his podcast, black metal, rebellion through art, theistic Satanism, and much more.Episode Links:The Lurking Transmission Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-lurking-transmission/id1474507473Castaigne Publishing - https://castaignepublishing.bigcartel.com/https://twitter.com/REALSONICDANGERSponsored link:Curtis M. Lawson on Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/curtismlawson2022-03-211h 36Thinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnPapist Priorities with Brett FarleyThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined with Brett Farley, Executive Director of Catholic Conference of Oklahoma, to discuss his work at the Capitol, the Catholic Church's role in shaping politics, and more.2022-03-1140 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnFines, Fees, and Taxes - Legislative Update #1This week, the guys give a big update on legislation at the capitol, Curtis goes in depth on his new proposal for reform, and Ryan is heading to CPAC.Read the proposal here.2022-02-2550 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnBest Job in the World with Lt. Gov. Matt PinnellThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined with Oklahoma Lt. Gov. Matt Pinnell. The guys discuss the State of the State address, Oklahoma's recent rebrand, and what makes being Oklahoma's Lieutenant Governor the best job in the world. 2022-02-1145 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on Lincoln2022 Bills: The Good, The Bad, & The StupidCurtis and Ryan are back from break with a brand new episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln! This week, the guys discuss the good, the bad, and the stupid bills that have been filed for the upcoming legislative session.Read article here: https://www.ocpathink.org/post/with-2300-bills-introduced-which-ones-should-you-watch2022-01-2843 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnNew Year's Special with Steve DeaceOn this episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, the guys sit down with TheBlaze's Steve Deace to discuss school choice and saving America from the leftist agenda.2021-12-3143 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnThe Transparent Fix to Our Healthcare System with Will BruhnThis week, Ryan takes a hiatus while Curtis is joined with longtime friend Will Bruhn to discuss price transparency, the government's role in our healthcare system and more. Bruhn is the COO and Co-Founder of Restoring Medicine — a grassroots movement of doctors, nurses, students, business leaders, and everyday citizens from across the United States that are demanding a more honest and fair health care system. 2021-12-1725 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnFree Market Medicine Pt. 2 with Jay KemptonCurtis and Ryan are here with part two of the Free Market Medicine series! This week, the guys are joined by Jay Kempton, Owner and President of the Kempton Group, to discuss the healthcare industry from the buyers' perspective.Learn more about the Kempton Group: https://www.kemptongroup.com/ 2021-12-0344 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnFree Market Medicine Pt. 1 with Dr. Keith SmithOn this week's episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, Curtis and Ryan are joined with Dr. Keith Smith to discuss his journey to co-founding Surgery Center of Oklahoma and the importance of free market medicine. Learn more about Surgery Center of Oklahoma: https://surgerycenterok.com/ 2021-11-191h 02Thinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnCollege Clarity: The Truth About Higher EducationIs a college degree worth the expense? This week, the guys discuss Curtis's recent study and how Oklahoma college degrees fare on debt-earnings tests.2021-11-0534 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnMyth Busters: Eliminating Oklahoma's Income taxCurtis and Ryan are back this week to discuss eliminating Oklahoma's income tax and bust the myths around raising property taxes.2021-10-2229 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnDon't Follow People Into BathroomsOn this episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, Curtis and Ryan are back to the regular schedule and discuss the ever-growing political discourse in America, as well as Joy Hofmeister's announcement to run for Oklahoma governor in 2022. 2021-10-0824 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnRod on the Pod: Special Episode with Rod DreherOn this special episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, Curtis and Ryan are joined with New York Times Best Selling Author and Senior Editor at the American Conservative, Rod Dreher. The guys discuss Dreher's books, including Live Not By Lies, and the threat of soft totalitarianism in America.  2021-09-3040 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnNothing Gets Done & It's Your FaultDo you get frustrated at the state of the federal government? This episode is for you. This week, Curtis and Ryan give encouraging insight into the changes that can be made at a local level and empower listeners to get involved. 2021-09-2444 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnPower to the People with Ryan WaltersOn this episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, Curtis and Ryan are joined by Secretary of Education Ryan Walters to discuss all things education and giving power back to the parents.2021-09-1050 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnWho's really in charge? with Andrew SpiropoulosIn this episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, Curtis and Ryan are joined with special guest Andrew Spiropoulos to discuss ineffective government, term limits and football. 2021-08-2547 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnCheers for Fears with Dr. Rick FarmerOn this episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, the guys are joined with Dr. Rick Farmer to discuss legislative football and state term limits. Legislative Football  https://ojs.library.okstate.edu/osu/index.php/OKPolitics/article/view/7154Citizen’s Guide to the Oklahoma Legislaturehttps://www.ocpathink.org/post/a-citizens-guide-to-the-oklahoma-legislatureJ. Rufus Fears Fellowshipwww.FearsFellowship.comFears Fellows Videohttps://youtu.be/-zlJWtQPEGQFellows Making a Differencehttps://www.ocpathink.org/post/fears-fellows-already-making-an-impact2021-08-1343 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnElectoral College University with Trent EnglandThis week, Curtis and Ryan are joined with special guest Trent England, Executive Director of Save Our States. The guys talk all things Electoral College, the threat of national popular vote and the 2020 presidential election. Learn more about Save Our States: saveourstates.com 2021-07-091h 03Thinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnIndependence Day SpecialOn this week's episode of Thinkin' on Lincoln, Curtis and Ryan talk about their favorite Fourth of July traditions, and Ryan can't get enough of John Adams.2021-07-0238 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on Lincoln2021 Session RecapFind out what happened with issues discussed on previous episodes as Curtis and Ryan recap the 2021 Oklahoma legislative session.  2021-06-0236 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnKillers of the Film SubsidyThis week, Curtis and Ryan discuss the growing film industry in Oklahoma and the legislature's push to expand film subsidies. Find out what the guys have to say about it on this week's episode!2021-05-1228 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnFederal Overreach and Individually-Wrapped CandyRyan’s biggest pet peeve and its got nothing to do with politics. The guys discuss where the federal government goes too far and whether or not state’s really have rights.In the Name of Justice: Leading Experts Reexamine the Classic Article The 'The Aims of the Criminal LawOCPA Website: https://www.ocpathink.org/ Take Action: https://www.ocpathink.org/take-action 2021-04-2140 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnDeath & taxes.... but mostly taxesThis week, Curtis and Ryan discuss the ins and outs of taxes in Oklahoma. Find out what they have to say and stay tuned until the end for a special announcement on who is receiving this year's OCPA Citizenship Award!2021-04-0149 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnWhitlocked and LoadedCurtis and Ryan are joined this week by award-winning journalist, Jason Whitlock. In this episode, they get into a wide range of issues from the intersection of sports and politics to the Black Lives Matter organization.Learn more about OCPA's Citizenship Award Dinner: https://www.ocpathink.org/event/citizenship-award-dinner 2021-03-1151 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnCancel Cancel CultureIs cancel culture a problem or a product of the free market? Ryan and Curtis discuss the good, the bad and the ugly of cancel culture and whether the first amendment applies. 2021-02-2429 minThinkin\' on LincolnThinkin' on LincolnGhost HuntingAre Oklahoma’s schools haunted? Ryan and Curtis explore the ghost student phenomenon affecting the state. Find the Oklahoma ghost student data here.2021-02-1228 minTHE BAREBACC PODCASTTHE BAREBACC PODCASTEP 4 KAROL THE KKK KAREN STORY OF SHELTONCAROL DECIDED TO SMOKE CRACK AND ENDUP IN THE SUBURBS OF IN SHELTON CT AND TELLS A HILARIOUS STORY OF VINNY THE SCUMBAG.... SHE HAD A FEW DRANKS2020-12-0333 minCoffee With The Bearded Reviewer PodcastCoffee With The Bearded Reviewer PodcastDisney+ Movie "Hamilton" Review & Movie Talk w/ "The Culture Marauders" CurtisA brand new season!! A new brand, same ol' host. This is a Review for the Hamilton movie and a talk about other films such as Star Wars, MCU and much more with "The Culture Marauders" Host Curtis. Check out their channel on Apple Podcast called "The Culture Marauders". Enjoy this episode of "Coffee with the Bearded Reviewerdd --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app2020-08-0259 minI Am PersuadedI Am PersuadedAdvice For Preachers From Dr. Curtis Barbery 2020-06-0500 minI Am PersuadedI Am PersuadedThe Testimony of Dr. Curtis Barbery 2020-05-2900 min