If you want to hear straight talk and real answers — not political spin — you’re in the right place.  👉 Subscribe for more Bold Ideas 👉 Drop your own question in the comments for a future episode 👉 Learn more at https://drummondok.com/  #GentnerDrummond #BoldIdeasPodcast #OklahomaPolitics #OklahomaGovernor #AskGentner #StraightTalk DrummondOK.com/podcast

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond joins Bold Ideas fresh off a major law-enforcement operation in Grady County, where state, local, and federal agencies shut down a massive illegal marijuana grow tied to international criminal networks.In this episode, Drummond walks listeners through the operation minute-by-minute:• 40,000+ illegal marijuana plants destroyed• $120 million in black-market drugs seized• 23 arrests, including illegal foreign nationals• Coordination with ICE, Homeland Security, and Oklahoma law enforcement• How Oklahoma’s Organized Crime Task Force is dismantling cartel-style operations• The stark difference between Biden-era policies and cooperation under Donald J. Trump• The dangerous realities inside illegal grow facilities—including fentanyl exposure and banned foreign pesticidesDrummond also explains how Oklahoma has shut down more than 10,000 illegal grow operations since 2023—and why this fight is about public safety, sovereignty, and protecting Oklahoma families.🎧Listen now to hear how real law enforcement—not political talk—gets results.👉Learn more, volunteer, or get involved: DrummondOK.com#GentnerDrummond#BoldIdeasPodcast#LawAndOrder#Oklahoma#PublicSafety#CrimeFightingDrummondOK.com/podcast

In this episode of Bold Ideas, Gentner Drummond answers three timely questions shaping Oklahoma’s future. He breaks down what voters are saying about the direction of the state, addresses rising property and casualty insurance rates and the need to hold insurance carriers accountable, and explains the serious implications of Oklahoma’s campaign finance reporting system being offline.  👉 Subscribe for more Bold Ideas 👉 Comment with a question for a future episode 👉 Learn more: https://drummondok.com #Oklahoma #BoldIdeas #GentnerDrummondDrummondOK.com/podcast

Oklahoma has the land, the talent, the values, and the location to win big—yet for years, we’ve watched other states out-build and out-recruit us.The problem isn’t potential. It’s the lack of a plan.In this episode of Bold Ideas, Gentner Drummond sits down with Dave Stewart, Chief Administrative Officer of MidAmerica Industrial Park, one of America’s most successful economic engines. Under his leadership, MidAmerica has attracted world-class companies, cutting-edge industries, and thousands of high-paying jobs to rural Oklahoma.Together, they dig into:• What’s working in Oklahoma’s economy right now• What’s holding us back from competing nationally• How workforce, infrastructure, and leadership shape economic growth• Bold steps we must take now to bring new jobs and investment to our stateThis episode is all about opportunity—how we compete, how we grow, and how we build a stronger future for Oklahoma families.If you care about jobs, investment, and the future of Oklahoma’s economy, this conversation is for you.👉 Subscribe for more Bold Ideas👉 Drop your own question in the comments for a future episode👉 Learn more at https://drummondok.com/#Oklahoma #BoldIdeas #GentnerDrummond #EconomicDevelopment #OklahomaJobs #RuralOklahoma #EconomicGrowth #BusinessDevelopmentDrummondOK.com/podcast

In this episode of Bold Ideas, Gentner Drummond tackles three big questions on the minds of Oklahomans and breaks down what they mean for our state’s future.:point_right: Subscribe for more Bold Ideas:point_right: Comment with a question for a future episode:point_right: Learn more: https://drummondok.com#Oklahoma #BoldIdeas #GentnerDrummondDrummondOK.com/podcast

In this special episode of Bold Ideas with Gentner Drummond, we’re doing something different — and something that matters.   From the start of his campaign, Gentner has said that real leadership means listening. So today, he’s answering real questions from real Oklahomans — covering everything from tough policy issues to a few fun personal ones.   Joined by moderator Matt Parker, Gentner takes on questions submitted from across the state, talking openly about:   • Education & CareerTech  • Crime, cartels, and protecting Oklahoma communities  • Responding to attacks on the campaign trail  • His leadership style — and why listening comes first • What it’s like running for Governor  • And yes… the nickname his grandkids call him   This episode is honest, candid, and packed with the issues Oklahomans care about most.   If you want to hear straight talk and real answers — not political spin — you’re in the right place.   👉 Subscribe for more Bold Ideas 👉 Drop your own question in the comments for a future episode 👉 Learn more at DrummondOK.com   #GentnerDrummond #BoldIdeasPodcast #OklahomaPolitics #OklahomaGovernor #AskGentner #StraightTalkDrummondOK.com/podcast

In this episode of Bold Ideas with Gentner Drummond, Gentner sits down with Jonathan Small, President of Oklahoma Council of Public Affairs, to talk about the power of work ethic, the importance of third-grade reading proficiency, and why common-sense policies like work requirements matter for Oklahoma’s future.DrummondOK.com/podcast

Across Oklahoma, families in rural communities are struggling to access the care they need — from finding a local doctor to keeping hospitals open. For too many, quality healthcare is hours away. As Gentner Drummond says, “This isn’t just a policy issue — it’s personal.”  In this episode, Gentner sits down with Brian Woodliff, President & CEO of Northeastern Health System, which operates hospitals across eastern Oklahoma — from Tahlequah to Sallisaw, Poteau, and Colgate. Over two decades, Woodliff has grown NHS from $30 million to $400 million in revenue, recruited 100+ physicians, and launched residency programs that are transforming rural medicine.  This episode highlights what’s working, what’s broken, and how bold leadership can rebuild healthcare access across rural Oklahoma.  Watch, share, and subscribe to join the movement to make Oklahoma healthier and stronger for every family.  Learn more at DrummondOK.com.  #GentnerDrummond #BoldIdeas #OklahomaHealthcare #RuralHealth #TribalPartnerships #HealthcareInnovation #NursingShortage #Transparency #Leadership #OklahomaFirstDrummondOK.com/podcast

Roads and bridges are more than concrete and steel—they’re Oklahoma’s economic backbone. In this episode of Bold Ideas with Gentner Drummond, Gentner sits down with Bobby Stem, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Association of General Contractors, to talk about the real state of Oklahoma’s infrastructure.DrummondOK.com#Infrastructure #Oklahoma #BoldIdeas #RoadsAndBridgesDrummondOK.com/podcast

Oklahoma ranks near the bottom in education—and nowhere is this more urgent than in reading outcomes. In this episode of Bold Ideas with Gentner Drummond, Gentner talks with Cheryl Wilkinson, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning for Bixby Public Schools, about fixing Oklahoma schools and helping every child read at grade level.https://drummondok.com/DrummondOK.com/podcast

For Gentner Drummond, leadership begins with faith. DrummondOK.com/podcast

Oklahoma deserves bold, principled leadership. DrummondOK.com/podcast

Oklahoma deserves better—and this podcast is where we start talking about how we get there.DrummondOK.com/podcast

 What does real leadership look like when lives are on the line?In this episode of Bold Ideas, Gentner Drummond joins Matt Parker for a conversation about combat, courage, and the kind of decision-making that only comes from being tested under pressure.Drummond shares what it was like to lead a first strike package into Iraq during the Gulf War, how fighter pilots are trained to survive if they’re shot down, and what recent events in Iran reveal about the reality of modern combat.They also discuss what those experiences taught him about leadership, responsibility, and making hard decisions when the stakes are real.Topics include:Gulf War combat missionsFighter pilot survival trainingEjection and rescue behind enemy linesIran and modern military conflictLeadership under pressure👉 Learn more at https://drummondok.com/#GentnerDrummond #BoldIdeasPodcast #CombatPilot #IranWar #MilitaryLeadership #FighterPilot #Oklahoma DrummondOK.com/podcast

 Attorney General Gentner Drummond joins Oklahoma veterans for a live tele-town hall discussion about the future of Oklahoma, leadership, and why he’s running for Governor in 2026.Drummond shares his story as a Gulf War fighter pilot, rancher, businessman, and Attorney General—and answers questions from veterans across the state on the issues that matter most.Topics include:✔️Education reform and getting Oklahoma schools off the bottom✔️Property taxes and protecting seniors & veterans✔️Holding insurance companies accountable✔️Border security and law enforcement✔️Veterans homes and support services✔️Tribal partnerships and economic growth✔️Mental health and domestic violence prevention✔️Workforce development and jobs✔️Conservative leadership for OklahomaDrummond also recounts a dramatic Gulf War combat story about refusing an order that could have downed a friendly aircraft—and why doing the right thing matters in leadership.  If you care about Oklahoma’s future, this is a conversation worth hearing.Subscribe for more interviews, town halls, and bold ideas shaping Oklahoma’s future.👉 Learn more at https://drummondok.com/#GentnerDrummond#OklahomaGovernor#VeteransForDrummond#AmericaFirst#FightForOklahoma#Governor2026#SupportOurVeterans DrummondOK.com/podcast

 From shutting down over 10,000 illegal marijuana grow operations to partnering with federal agencies to deport cartel operatives, Drummond explains what changed—and why results followed. He also contrasts state-level enforcement under the Trump vs. Biden administrations and outlines what it takes to restore law and order.Key topics include:The rise of cartel-backed illegal grow operations in OklahomaHow coordinated state and federal enforcement changed the landscapeDeportation efforts and Oklahoma’s national rankingThe role of technology and law enforcement partnershipsWhy immigration enforcement is a state issue—not just federalThis is a behind-the-scenes look at how policy, leadership, and execution come together to deliver real conservative results.👉 Learn more or get involved: DrummondOK.com📅Election Day: June 16#SecureTheBorder #ImmigrationEnforcement #LawAndOrder #AmericaFirst #Oklahoma #PublicSafety #BoldIdeas DrummondOK.com/podcast

 Mike Mazzei promises to eliminate Oklahoma's state income tax.Sounds great.But when you look at the details, does his plan actually add up?In this episode of Bold Ideas with Gentner Drummond, Gentner explains why he supports cutting taxes—but only if it can be done responsibly without hurting public safety, education, roads, or other essential services.Then Oklahoma House Majority Leader Mark Lawson takes a deep dive into Mazzei's proposal, explaining why he believes it would shift the tax burden onto Oklahoma families through higher sales taxes, new taxes on goods and services, and increased costs for seniors, farmers, businesses, and working families.Conservative leadership isn't about campaign slogans.It's about telling the truth, making responsible decisions, and delivering results for Oklahoma.Watch the full breakdown and decide for yourself.👉 Learn more and get involved: DrummondOK.comElection DatesAugust 10: Deadline to request an absentee ballotAugust 20: Early voting beginsAugust 25: Republican Runoff ElectionSubscribe for more episodes of Bold Ideas with Gentner Drummond.#GentnerDrummond #OklahomaGovernor #OklahomaPolitics #TaxReform #BoldIdeas DrummondOK.com/podcast