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Jake for the State Podcast

Jake A Merrick
A look at all things related to the wellbeing and prosperity of our state and the people who make it great.
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2025 Oklahoma Republican Party Platform - Part 1

As we enter a new year and a new season for this podcast, I would like to offer this 3 part series as a resource to all in Oklahoma. Many republicans have never read the entire Republican Party Platform, so I wanted to make it easier for everyone who carreis the label "Republican" to know exactly what that means and what the GOP in Oklahoma has collectively decided to prioritize. This is Part 1 of this 3 part series where I read the platform verbatim without commentary. Please enjoy and share! S...

Jan 05, 202618 minSeason 4Ep. 1

Adam Holley - Challenging SB 836

Are primaries unconstitutional? This is the point Adam Holley intends to make with his case filed against the Oklahoma Secretary of State and the Oklahoma State Election Board. This case is now heading to the U.S. Supreme Court. In the meantime, he has filed a second case challenging State Question 836 which seeks to establish an open primary in Oklahoma. Find out how and why Adam is going to such great lengths to make this very consequential point concerning primary elections. And check out my ...

Dec 26, 202551 minSeason 3Ep. 12

Nathan Dahm - Islam in Oklahoma

I sit down with former Oklahoma state senator and current Oklahoma director of the Freedom Caucus, Nathan Dahm. We discuss the rise of Islam in Oklahoma and the controversy surrounding the Broken Arrow planning commission voting to recommend the construction of a large mosque to the city council - in spite of hundreds of local residents protesting it. As usual, Dahm anchors his argument in the the constitution to present a clear-minded explanation of why Islam is not compatible with Western soci...

Dec 22, 202533 minSeason 3Ep. 11

Congressman Brecheen - Healthcare Reform, SNAP Reform, Mail Order Abortion, and Cattle Prices

In this conversation with Congressman Josh Brecheen we discuss a range of topics including what progress (if any) we might be seeing on healthcare reform. More government subsidies? Or a massive shift in the entire industry? Of course, we drill down on SNAP benefits. Brecheen has been vocal about the need for work requirements for a while, and it looks like there is a real opportunity post-government shutdown to make real reform happen. Then, we dig into the effort to end chemical abortion via g...

Dec 03, 202536 minSeason 3Ep. 10

Have You Heard of CASA? - Trevor Moore Discusses the Critical Role of Child Advocates

Trevor Moore, Executive Director of CASA in Oklahoma, discusses the important role of volunteer child advocates in the state. Personally, my wife and I experienced the value of a child advocate when adopting fostering and eventually adopting our oldest out of DHS. I disucss a bit of our story here too. Find out more about CASA here: https://oklahomacasa.org/ Check out the incredible sponsors of this show: Michael McGuire with McGuire Capitol Mcguirecap.com Motus Health motushealth.com Stevens Tr...

Nov 15, 202542 minSeason 3Ep. 10

What Will Save Oklahoma?

A recent plan as been put forth by Representative Jim Shaw. As he has lobbied this plan as the pinnacle of conservativism and litmus test of true loyalty to the party, I must ask the question: Does this plan indeed save Oklahoma? In this episode I walk through the 7 point plan, and explain why I have yet to sign on.

Nov 14, 202541 minSeason 3Ep. 9

Dr Maass - Naturopathic Care - Are more people seeking alternative treatments?

Naturopathic care seems to be the new buzz word as more and more people are turning to "alternative therapies" to treat anything from structural alignment, the flu, or even cancer. Dr. Jeremy Maas with Motus Health joins me to discuss the power of natural therapies and why you should consider it. Be sure to check out all of our great sponsors! Motus Health - An Oklahoma based functional health facility offering the best in chiropractic care, massage therapy, and more! Motushealth.com Stevens Tru...

Oct 30, 202535 minSeason 3Ep. 8

Pulling Back the Covers in Oklahoma

I am looking at a lot of cases here in Oklahoma involving children, and there are way too many instances of tyrannical oppression of the state violating parental rights. Then there are those where the state steps in to protect violent offenders. It seems upside down! Now, we have an elected lawmaker going on the local news to call out - not the agencies and governmental officials accused of violating their oath of office and abusing their power - but the very ones calling for justice - like me! ...

Oct 20, 202535 minSeason 3Ep. 6

Deborah Campbell - School Based Health Centers - Will They Challenge Parental Authority?

Deborah Campbell, an advocate for parental rights in education, discusses the dangers of school-based healthcare centers. She argues that these centers, which provide medical services to all students, infringe on parental authority and violate the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Campbell emphasizes that while school-based services are protected under IDEA for special education students, school-based healthcare centers are not and can lead to the overreach of parental rights. ...

Oct 13, 202538 minSeason 3Ep. 5

Roberta Lewis - Medical Kidnapping in Oklahoma - A first hand account

Dana Mooney, a mother of a 17-year-old autistic son, Preston, who has leukemia, stopped his chemotherapy treatment after eight months due to his declining health. She sought alternative treatments, finding a doctor who offered a plan based on genetic testing, which revealed a mutation preventing chemo absorption. Despite Preston's improvement on the alternative treatment, a referral was made against Dana, accusing her of mistreatment, and Preston was placed in state custody, requiring him to res...

Oct 09, 202549 minSeason 3Ep. 3

Jed Green with ORCA - Cannabis in Oklahoma - Should we have Recreational?

Jed Green with ORCA (Oklahoman's for Responsible Cannabis Action) talks about Cannabis in Oklahoma. Should we have Recreational? Jed has authored State question 837 is actively seeking signatures across the state. If passed, how would this impact our state? Jed argues that the state could capture the tax revenue that is currently being lost to the black market. He also argues that law enforcement is not being empowered to properly enforce our state laws. You won't believe what he says could be d...

Oct 08, 202557 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Humanure and Open Primaries in Oklahoma

In this episode I dive into the hot topics of humaure (gross!) and open primaries. We need to see one of these ended (humanure) and one of them stopped before they ever get started! (open primaries). I also give you an update on what's happening on the campaign trail. (and happy birthday to my sister! love you Tara!)

Sep 24, 202530 minSeason 3Ep. 2

Sept 22 - Reflection on the Charlie Kirk Memorial - The Great Awakening

The day after the memorial for Charlie Kirk, the world is in awe. The emphasis on Jesus was profound and has provoked curiosity from unbelievers, Muslims, and others from around the world. In this episode I bring you some testimonies from those "outside our camp" - those who are not Christians or conservative. Yet, they watched the memorial and are provoked to ask questions. They are curious about going to church. They are asking the big questions. They are seeing that Charlie's life was about s...

Sep 22, 202528 minSeason 3Ep. 1

Cole Stevens - Candidate for HD 51 - Talks about threats to America security via the trucking industry.

This is an eye opening discussion with Cole Stevens of Stevens Trucking as we talk about the recently highlighted threats to the American trucking industry and the general supply chain. He was involved in the promotion and passage of SB 20 that passed this last legislative session and signed into law that protects Oklahoma highways from "non-domicile" CDL holders who may not even be able to speak English! What are the long term implications of this bill and how is the nation as a whole addressin...

Sep 10, 202534 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Congressman Brecheen - Town Halls - Details on the One Big Beautiful Bill

Congressman Josh Brecheen is holding 20 town halls across 28 counties in Oklahoma to discuss the One Big Beautiful Bill. He is addressing misinformation about the bill, particularly regarding Medicaid growth and hospital closures. Brecheen emphasizes the importance of accurate information and clarifies that the bill will continue Medicaid growth at the rate of inflation, addressing concerns about the state's financial burden.

Aug 28, 202517 minSeason 2Ep. 7

Senator Brian Logan - 5 Days a Senator - Now Re-Election

After winning a critical special election to fill the vacated Senate seat in District 8, Senator Brian Logan joined the remaining 5 days of session. Hear directly from him about this whirlwind experience, and he is now preparing to go right back into his re-election campaign! Big shout out to my incredible sponsors! motushealth.com At Motus Health, we believe you were created to thrive—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—not just get by. Our clinic is built on Dr. Maass's vision o...

Aug 08, 202536 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Jason Murphey - Nudie Gate

Former Representative Jason Murphey breaks down the most likely scenario explaining the most recent scandal involving Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters. Big shout out to my incredible sponsors! motushealth.com At Motus Health, we believe you were created to thrive—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually—not just get by. Our clinic is built on Dr. Maass's vision of true healthcare, which focuses on treating the root cause of issues, not just managing symptoms with medication. ...

Aug 06, 202528 minSeason 2Ep. 3

The Woolley Family Tragedy - An Update on Clayton

I sit with Bill and Lisa Woolley who have been fighting to get their grandson, Clayton, back into their custody after Oklahoma DHS removed him following the death of his infant brother. Bill and Lisa were accused of murder and sexual molestation. However, mysteriously these charges have never been pursued. They are simply waiting for vindication of these accused crimes and the reunification with their grandson. Find out more about their story at savingclayton.com Big shout out to my incredible s...

Aug 06, 202543 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Guest: Col Allen West. Trump's Big Win is a Win for Oklahoma! The Fed Dept. of Ed, Ram Truck DEF Update, and

On July 14, 2025, the Supreme Court handed down an 8-0 ruling that's got conservatives across the country cheering. It's a decision that lets President Trump move forward with gutting the federal Department of Education—yep, you heard that right, dismantling a bloated, unconstitutional bureaucracy. And let me tell you, this isn't just about schools. It's about Oklahoma standing up to federal overreach, whether it's from the Department of Education or the EPA trying to nickel-and-dime our diesel ...

Jul 17, 202521 minSeason 2Ep. 1

July 2 2025 - Oklahoma vs Tribes

The Oklahoma Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled against a tribal citizen seeking to avoid paying state income tax, restricting the impact of the nation's highest court's controversial 2020 McGirt decision. Gov. Kevin Stitt said, "This is a big win for the future of Oklahoma. From day one, I've fought to make sure every Oklahoman is treated equally," Stitt said in a statement. "Tribal governments, liberal groups, and some elected officials have pushed for special tax exemptions that would create a tw...

Jul 02, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 60

Jason Murphey Calls Out House Corruption

Former Oklahoma Rep Jason Murphey calls out corruption in the Oklahom state House of Representatives. Check out his full coverage of the story here: https://oklahomastatecapital.substack.com/p/when-shall-becomes-may-why-the-people?utm_source=post-email-title&publication_id=2598560&post_id=164509148&utm_campaign=email-post-title&isFreemail=true&r=3n49dy&triedRedirect=true&utm_medium=email...

May 28, 202525 minSeason 1Ep. 58

Linda Murphy - Data Collection and Fears Relieved with Changes to SB224

Linda Murphy discusses the controversial statewide longitudinal data system bill in Oklahoma, highlighting its origins in the Obama administration's stimulus money and its connection to the Common Core State Standards. She explains how the system, initially designed for aggregate reporting, was transformed to collect student-level data, raising privacy concerns. Murphy also touches on the influence of the Hope Foundation and the Oklahoma Prevention Needs Analysis survey, emphasizing the need for...

Apr 23, 202541 minSeason 1Ep. 57

Moms for Liberty - Roberta Lewis - Tracking Children... Why??

Roberta Lewis with Moms for Liberty joins me to discuss a bill in the Oklahoma legislature that is working its way to the Governor's desk. The goal? Track your children from Kindergarten into the workforce. All for their good... right? What's in this bill? Who is requesting it? Why is it gaining steam in the conservative state of Oklahoma?

Apr 07, 202520 minSeason 1Ep. 56

Turnpikes in Oklahoma - Amy Cerato with Pike Off OTA

Amy Cerato, a civil engineer and president of Pike off OTA, discusses the organization's opposition to the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority's (OTA) proposed 59-mile turnpike expansion. Cerato argues that the OTA, funded by revenue bonds, lacks oversight and prioritizes profit over public need, citing the construction of economically unviable turnpikes. She advocates for improving existing infrastructure and rural roads instead of building new turnpikes, emphasizing the negative impact of sprawl and t...

Mar 17, 202535 minSeason 1Ep. 56
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