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One of Oklahoma City's most iconic homes is looking for a new owner.

In this episode, Ryan Welton talks with Barrett Bray of Bray Auctions about the historic Dolese Mansion in Crown Heights, a nearly 16,000-square-foot estate dating back to the 1930s. They discuss the property's unusual history, its hidden ballroom, the family's decades-long vision for the home, and why the owners chose an auction rather than a traditional listing.

The conversation also explores how auctions work, how buyers are vetted, and what makes this property unlike anything else currently on the Oklahoma City real estate market.

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What's the perfect Father's Day?

According to OKANA Resort & Indoor Waterpark, it might include barbecue, bourbon and some beach time.

In this episode, Ryan Welton talks with Ashley Glass and Executive Chef Wyatt Rogers about OKANA's Father's Day BBQ Fest, happening June 21.

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Bedlam Buds takes a break from (American) football for a conversation about travel, culture and Europe.

Ryan Welton and Jeremy Cook share stories from their travels across the continent, including London's museums and pubs, Paris food adventures, Switzerland's stunning scenery and lessons learned from navigating unfamiliar places.

Jeremy discusses attending Arsenal's championship celebration in London, while Ryan reflects on his first European trip and what surprised him most.

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A fun, wide-ranging conversation for sports fans, travelers and anyone dreaming about their next trip abroad.

Former Oklahoma State football coach Bob Simmons and former athletic director Terry Don Phillips helped transform the trajectory of Cowboy athletics.

In this episode of Bedlam Buds, Ryan Welton and Jeremy Cook discuss Simmons' legacy as the coach who helped pull Oklahoma State football out of a difficult era and laid the groundwork for future success under Les Miles and Mike Gundy.

The conversation includes memories of Simmons' biggest victories, his impact on Bedlam, his reputation as a leader and mentor, and the challenges he faced during his tenure.

Ryan and Jeremy also reflect on the passing of Terry Don Phillips, whose leadership helped elevate Oklahoma State athletics through key hires, facility improvements and fundraising efforts.

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This week, Ryan Welton and Grant Hermes return after a brief break to unpack one of the busiest news weeks of the summer.

The conversation begins with President Trump's appearance at the NBA Finals in New York, including the reaction from Knicks fans and the growing intersection of sports and politics. From there, Ryan and Grant discuss the upcoming UFC event at the White House and what it says about the administration's approach to public spectacle.

They also examine the politics surrounding the World Cup, immigration concerns affecting international athletes and officials, and why sports have always been intertwined with larger political movements.

Other topics include:

• Trump's appearance at Madison Square Garden
• Celebrity culture and NBA fandom
• UFC's White House event and the Freedom 250 celebration
• World Cup politics and immigration concerns
• Protests over a luxury development project in Albania
• The latest developments involving Iran and U.S. military actions
• Oklahoma's 2026 governor's race and Republican primary dynamics
• Cyndi Munson and the Democratic field
• California politics and celebrity candidates
• A new social-news platform called SaySo

The Oklahoma Memo Podcast features weekly conversations between Oklahoma Memo founder Ryan Welton and journalist Grant Hermes, host of Make It Make Sense with Grant Hermes.

You can find Grant's work at mimsnewspod.substack.com or on YouTube at www.youtube.com/@mimsnewspod

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What happens when your water turns salty? What happens when an oily substance starts coming into your home?

In this episode of the Oklahoma Memo Podcast, Ryan Welton talks with Tammy Boarman of Arcadia and Mitch and Kara Meredith of Fort Gibson about contamination incidents they say changed their lives.

Boarman discusses her family's battle over alleged oilfield wastewater contamination in their well water. The Merediths share the story of discovering oil-like material and methane concerns at their home and their efforts to get answers from state regulators.

The conversation explores:

• Alleged groundwater contamination
• Oil and gas wastewater disposal
• Independent testing and investigations
• The role of the Oklahoma Corporation Commission
• Senate Bill 1319
• Accountability in state government
• The upcoming Corporation Commission election

Whether you're concerned about property rights, environmental issues or government oversight, this conversation offers a firsthand look at a controversy that continues to unfold in Oklahoma.

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The Oklahoma Sooners are heading to the Men's College World Series.

Oklahoma Memo founder Ryan Welton and Oklahoma Columnist's Clay Horning discuss the Sooners' postseason surge, Skip Johnson's management of the pitching staff, Deiten Lachance's and Dayton Tockey's emergence as postseason stars, and whether this team can replicate the magical 2022 run that ended in the national championship series.

They also examine a bigger question: Why hasn't OU baseball built the kind of fan support seen at programs like Arkansas despite pretty consistent recent success?

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Oklahoma baseball's postseason battle with Georgia Tech and hopes for advancing

This week on the Oklahoma Memo Podcast, Ryan Welton is joined by Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Jim Priest and Congressional District 1 candidate John Croisant for a wide-ranging discussion on the issues shaping Oklahoma's future.

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Both candidates argue that Oklahoma and the nation need leaders focused on practical solutions rather than partisan division, while addressing concerns about education, affordability, healthcare, and emerging technologies.

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Ryan Welton welcomes Grant Hermes of Make It Make Sense back to the Oklahoma Memo Podcast for a wide-ranging discussion on the biggest political stories of the week. Together, they examine President Trump's recent medical visits, questions about transparency surrounding his health, and why more frequent checkups are raising eyebrows.

They also discuss the White House's plans to host a UFC event on the South Lawn, the proposal for a $250 bill featuring Trump's likeness, and what both developments reveal about the current political climate.

The conversation then shifts to Texas, where Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated Sen. John Cornyn in a major Republican primary battle. Ryan and Grant explore what the race means for the GOP, why Democrat James Talarico is attracting national attention, and whether Democrats are prepared to capitalize on Republican vulnerabilities heading into the next election cycle.

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