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At Oklahoma Electric Cooperative (OEC), our purpose is to improve our members’ quality of life through the safe delivery of highly reliable, reasonably priced electric service, innovative energy programs, and exceptional member service.

Podcast · By Oklahoma Electric Cooperative · American English · Official site

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Sep 15, 2026
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Jul 7, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 15, 2026

    Driving Home Our Member Appreciation (opens the original)

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    OEC’s Drive-Thru Annual Meeting returns October 2 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Lloyd Noble Center—and we’re giving members everything they need to know before they arrive. Brianna and Daniel explain who can participate, what to bring and how OEC has fine-tuned the process to get members registered and back on the road in as little as 10–15 minutes. They also share what members will receive—including a $30 bill credit, OEC gifts and a chance to win one of four $500 grand prizes—and discuss why t

  2. Episode · Sep 1, 2026

    From Co-op Country to Capitol Hill (opens the original)

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    From small-town Oklahoma to the heart of Washington, D.C., OEC Youth Tour winners Taylor Meeks of Minco and Tia Peery of Lexington join us to share the unforgettable moments, meaningful friendships and eye-opening experiences that made their week in the nation’s capital so special. They reflect on visiting historic landmarks, meeting young leaders from across the country and discovering that the “cooperative” in Oklahoma Electric Cooperative means far more than providing electricity and internet

  3. Episode · Aug 18, 2026

    Powering Possibility: A Look at the School Year Ahead (opens the original)

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    As a new school year begins, Noble Public Schools Superintendent Frank Solomon and Blanchard Public Schools Superintendent Brady Barnes join The Current Buzz for a candid conversation about the opportunities and challenges shaping education in their communities. They discuss managing rapid growth, improving aging facilities, recruiting and retaining great teachers, navigating new state requirements, strengthening school security and preparing students for life after graduation through concurrent

  4. Episode · Aug 4, 2026

    Meet Your Trustees: Debbie & Danny (opens the original)

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    What does OEC’s Board of Trustees actually do—and how do its decisions shape the cooperative’s future? Trustees Debbie Frazier and Danny Watters take us behind the scenes to discuss their paths to the board, the communities they represent and the responsibility of balancing affordability, reliability and long-term planning. They also share how local representation, diverse perspectives and trust between the board and OEC’s employees guide decisions made on behalf of members. From the careful pla

  5. Episode · Jul 22, 2026

    Rural Roads, EVs & the Future of Charging (opens the original)

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    Electric vehicles have come a long way in just a few years—but are they really practical for rural communities? In this episode of The Current Buzz, we sit down with Seth Christ, Chief Strategy Officer at Francis Energy, to separate fact from fiction about today's EV landscape. From range anxiety and charging infrastructure to home charging, grid reliability, and what the future holds, Seth shares why owning an EV is becoming easier—and more affordable—than ever before. We also discuss Francis E

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