Episodes
On the issues: A conversation with HD 34 candidates
Oct. 31, 2022
Join candidates for Oklahoma House of Representatives District 34 in a casual conversation with news editor Chris Peters and Bryan Langford-Loftis, Government Affairs Committee Chair for the Stillwater Chamber of Commerce. D…
Interview with Rep. Trish Ranson – HD 34 candidate
Oct. 24, 2022
Stillwater News Press editor sat down with Rep. Trish Ranson, incumbent democrat candidate for Oklahoma House District 34 in Stillwater. Beau and Chris get to know Ranson as a person, why she ran for office, and what she hop…
Interview with Michael Baughman – HD 34 candidate
Oct. 24, 2022
Stillwater News Press editors sit down with Republican candidate for Oklahoma House District 34, Michael Baughman. Beau and Chris get to know Baughman as a person, why he's running and what he hopes to change if elected. Can…
In the Newsroom: 'We are champions at podcast'
May 24, 2022
After an extended hiatus, the newsroom returns to the studio – due to a honeymoon and staff vacations – with a national storytelling award. They also share the stories they wrote in the new Stillwater Oklahoma Magazine publi…
In the Newsroom: Responsibility in reporting; weighing public harm vs public good
April 5, 2022
Local News: Bird Flu in Payne County, not an April fools joke. It’s election day in Stillwater, will voters approve a $9 million bond for a new fire station? Going deep : Beau and the newsroom discuss how local news can ofte…
Grassroots: Fire Station Bond proposal with Terry Essary and Becky Taylor
March 29, 2022
On April 5th, Stillwater voters will decide on a bond proposal to relocate fire station #2 and build a modern facility for $9 million. Michelle and Chris sit down with Stillwater Fire Chief, Terry Essary, and City of Stillwa…
In the Newsroom: Howdy from The Mid South; Spongebob, bikes and schoolhouse rock
March 22, 2022
In this week’s episode, the newsroom discusses how Ashlynd has main character syndrome. SpongeBob Squarepants throw the team in a time loop for Michelle to save them so Chris’ family can share their experience at The Mid Sou…
In the Newsroom: Local events making a big comeback
March 8, 2022
After almost a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Stillwater events are making their way back on the calendar. Chris shares details about this year's Mid South gravel bike race and expo. Michelle and beau share their favor…
In the Newsroom: Localizing global events; Sorting fact from fiction
March 1, 2022
In this week's episode, the newsroom debates appropriate and inappropriate uses of exclamation points, periods, and thumbs-up emojis! 👍. Michelle begins to dive into a story on local employment and challenges the City of Sti…
In the Newsroom: Certified recycling baddies
Feb. 22, 2022
Certified baddies – except Chris – return to the studio to discuss the recent municipal election, the upcoming bond vote for a new fire station and recycling woes in Stillwater. Ashlynd also shares her story on Stillwater’s …
Grassroots: Visitor Tax proposal with Cristy Morrison and Chris Norris
Feb. 4, 2022
Stillwater, home of Oklahoma State University, is inherently a destination town. Every year visitors make a significant impact on the city’s economy. Cristy Morrison and Chris Norris of Visit Stillwater join Chris and Michel…
Grassroots: Transportation Sales Tax proposal with Becky and Norman
Feb. 2, 2022
Everyone in Stillwater agrees, many of our streets and roads are terrible. On Feb. 8 voters will have a proposition on their ballot to increase the dedicated transportation sales tax from a half-cent to a whole cent. To get …
Grassroots: faith and civics with Marc Trotter and Will Joyce
Feb. 1, 2022
In this episode, Chris and Michelle sit down with Stillwater mayoral candidates Marc Trotter and Will Joyce. We learn what music they have recently listened to, how their faith impacts their call to public service and decisi…
Grassroots: Mayoral candidate Will Joyce – Part Three
Jan. 29, 2022
Recorded Jan. 10 In part three of our conversation with Will, we get into the details of how Stillwater’s Council/City manager form of government works, the challenges of state law on the local level and why he wants to be r…
Grassroots: Mayoral candidate Marc Trotter – Part Three
Jan. 29, 2022
Recorded Jan. 7, 2022 In part three of our conversation with Marc Trotter, we learn about his foundational principles that form his view on the proper role of government. His belief is that we are “a country of kings.” Marc …
Grassroots: Mayoral candidate Will Joyce – Part Two
Jan. 26, 2022
Recorded Jan. 10, 2022 ***Spoiler alert*** Multiple films and books are discussed in this episode. From Jack Reacher to Frozen, to STILLWATER. In part two Michelle and Chris learn what books Will enjoys reading and how his s…
Grassroots: Mayoral candidate Marc Trotter – Part Two
Jan. 26, 2022
Recorded Jan. 7, 2022 In part two Chris and Michelle learn about Marc’s career as a lighting designer, the insight he has received from personality tests and his experience running a campaign to recall Stillwater’s City Coun…
Grassroots: Mayoral candidate Will Joyce – Part One
Jan. 24, 2022
Recorded Jan. 10, 2022 This episode is part one of a three-part interview with Will Joyce. He is running for re-election as the Mayor of Stillwater, Oklahoma. In this first segment hosts, Michelle Charles and Chris Peters ge…
Grassroots: Mayoral candidate Marc Trotter – Part One
Jan. 24, 2022
Recorded Jan. 7, 2022 ***Spoiler Alert*** If you haven’t seen BEE Movie we discuss the overall plot and story of the animated film starring Jerry Seinfield. This episode is part one of a three-part interview with Marc Trotte…
In the Newsroom: Respecting cultural differences – Afghan resettlement in Stillwater, Part two
Jan. 11, 2022
In part two of the series, we hear the rest of Michelle’s interview with Salman Rafique, an OSU student from Pakistan. Salman is a volunteer helping Afghan refugees resettle in Stillwater. Salman and Michelle discuss cultura…
In the Newsroom: Welcoming our Allies – Afghan resettlement in Stillwater, Part one
Dec. 31, 2021
In this special series, the Newsroom listens to Michelle’s interview with Salman Rafique, an OSU student from Pakistan. He has been volunteering with the resettlement of our allies from Afghanistan. Hearing Salman’s own expe…
In the Newsroom: Stickers, Workiversarys, post COVID, Slurpees and Boyd
Dec. 30, 2021
Want a free Studio Stillwater sticker? Join our gift exchange: https://www.subscribepage.com/studiostillwatersticker In the final episode of 2021, the Newsroom discusses workiversaries, post COVID times, 7-Eleven coming to t…
In the Newsroom: Decoding reporter speak
Dec. 14, 2021
Back in the studio after a short hiatus, the newsroom chats about the big news on Block 34 development, law enforcement purposely getting people drunk and the upcoming local election season. You’ll also get to hear an exampl…
In the Newsroom: A thankful newsroom
Nov. 23, 2021
In this week’s episode, the newsroom discusses the topics of the week and ends the show sharing what they are most thankful for this year. Articles discussed on the show: Candlelight vigil held for National Runaway Preventio…