Studio Stillwater is proud to introduce Moxie and Mettle, a new podcast from two local women who are taking on incredible challenges together. Their first challenge? A couch to 50k ultra marathon at the Mid South in March 2024. 

Michelle and Chris interview Tasha (Moxie) and Katie (Mettle) about their new podcast and what it’s like to set a big goal with almost zero experience.

You can find Moxie and Mettle wherever you listen to podcasts. Also, be sure to follow their adventures on Instagram @moxieandmettlethepodcast 

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. Democrat Rep. Trish Ranson and her Republican challenger, Michael Baughman, discuss some of the top issues voters in the district care about – from education and taxation to legalizing marijuana and the state’s role in economic development.

Candidate campaign links:
Trish Ranson
www.ransonhouse34.com
www.facebook.com/RansonHouse34

Michael Baughman
www.baughmanforhouse.com
www.facebook.com/Baughman4HD34

Recorded Oct. 25, 2022
Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/grassroots-on-the-issues-hd34-ranson-baughman

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 hopes to change if re-elected.

Candidate campaign links:
www.ransonhouse34.com
www.facebook.com/RansonHouse34

Recorded Oct. 14, 2022
Episode permalink: www.studiostillwater.net/grassroots-trish-ranson-interview-hd34-candidate

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.

Candidate campaign links:
www.baughmanforhouse.com
www.facebook.com/Baughman4HD34

Recorded Oct. 13, 2022
Episode permalink: www.studiostillwater.net/grassroots-michael-baughman-interview-hd34-candidate

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 published early this month. Ashlynd tells us about painted glass artist Zahraa Azee and her massive art piece for the Stillwater Mosque & Islamic Center. Michelle gives us some insight into star opera singer Sarah Coburn’s visit to OSU. Beau shares his story with Red Dirt Book author Josh Crutchmer who documented stories of red dirt music in Payne County. Chris tells us about restoring a historic downtown building and developer Cory Williams’ efforts to get it preserved. The show wraps up with Ashlynd giving a legislative update on some of the bills authored by local representatives.

Read the new Stillwater Oklahoma Magazine online at https://viewer.joomag.com/stillwater-oklahoma-debut-issue-2022/0457899001650556506 or pick up your copy at the News Press office during business hours, 8-5, M-F.

Stillwater News Press articles mentioned in the show:

• "In the Newsroom" podcast wins Best of CNHI Digital Storytelling award - https://www.stwnewspress.com/news/in-the-newsroom-podcast-wins-best-of-cnhi-digital-storytelling-award/article_61ca20bc-b206-11ec-991c-6f82260f762e.html
• Payne County approves commercial property clean energy program - https://www.stwnewspress.com/news/local_news/payne-county-approves-commercial-property-clean-energy-program/article_ba3ae676-d710-11ec-a57a-cb15472b3c42.html
• Stillwater Public Schools to propose $195 million bond issue - https://www.stwnewspress.com/news/local_news/stillwater-public-schools-to-propose-195-million-bond-issue/article_dad4927e-d0d5-11ec-a677-471c95b9475b.html
• Governor signs bill that could waive fees for juveniles in the court system - https://www.stwnewspress.com/news/governor-signs-bill-that-could-waive-fees-for-juveniles-in-the-court-system/article_067756d8-dae4-11ec-8ae6-d78c24c0e112.html

Recorded May 20, 2022

Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep41-we-are-champions-at-podcast

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 often be misused to amplify discussion around a topic and the responsibility journalists have to determine newsworthiness. National cause célèbre trickles down to concerned local parents when it comes to transgendered persons and bathroom policy at schools.

Stillwater News Press Articles mentioned on the show:

• Avian flu found in wild duck in Payne County – https://www.stwnewspress.com/news/avian-flu-found-in-wild-duck-in-payne-county/article_a4f82688-b164-11ec-be1f-134f66eb98a2.html
• Why a new fire station? Chief Terry Essary explains – https://www.stwnewspress.com/news/local_news/why-a-new-fire-station-chief-terry-essary-explains/article_cecd097e-b09c-11ec-b36c-271e155bd672.html
• Stillwater Public Schools addresses bathroom policy rumors – https://www.stwnewspress.com/news/local_news/stillwater-public-schools-addresses-bathroom-policy-rumors/article_2b33e28a-b20c-11ec-8322-2b4753bdf2a2.html

Links to other sources mentioned on the show:

• March 8, 2022 Stillwater Board of Education Meeting – https://livestream.com/stillwaterschools/2022mar8/videos/229784368
• Stillwater Transgender policy shows need for school choice – https://www.ocpathink.org/post/stillwater-transgender-policy-shows-need-for-school-choice
• Loudoun County, Virginia – https://loudounnow.com/?s=transgender

Recorded April 1st, 2022

Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/in-the-newsroom-ep40-responsibility-in-reporting

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 Stillwater’s Chief Civic Innovation Officer, Becky Taylor to discuss why we need a new fire station and how a bond works to fund large projects. We also discuss challenges our firefighters face while in the station, from off-gassing bunk gear to getting sound sleep.

Learn more about the proposal at: http://stillwater.org/page/home/government/financial-center/t-i-m-e-projects You’ll find images of the new station, a coverage map and more.

Recorded March 24th, 2022

Episode permalink: https://www.studiostillwater.net/grassroots-fire-station-bond-proposal

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 South in a special segment they recorded after the event. Listen to young first-timers as they share what it felt like to finish the 12-mile Inspiration Ride.

Ashlynd and Beau tell us which Oklahoma legislation bills they are paying attention to. Hear how Schoolhouse rock educated Michelle on how a bill becomes law.

Articles mentioned on the show:


• Frigid morning doesn't keep runners off the course for The Mid South
• More than a race, Mid South concludes in displays of celebration and inclusion
• PHOTO GALLERY: The Mid South 2022 
• Bill to automate Oklahoma's expungement process goes to the Senate
• Proposed bill would lower fees for juvenile offenders

Recorded March 12th and 14th, 2022

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