Government transparency, artificial intelligence and privacy take center stage in this week's Oklahoma Memo Podcast.

Ryan Welton sits down with Democratic Congressional District 1 candidate John Croisant to discuss why AI data centers have become one of Oklahoma's biggest political issues. The conversation explores the proposed Fluidstack project in Okmulgee, concerns over government transparency, the role of non-disclosure agreements, privacy questions surrounding Flock license plate cameras, and whether Congress should establish national rules for AI infrastructure.

They also discuss the impact of the conflict with Iran, rising gas prices, veterans issues and how national policy is affecting Oklahoma.

In this episode

• The latest on the proposed Okmulgee AI data center

• Why transparency has become a flashpoint

• Privacy concerns surrounding AI and Flock cameras

• Should Congress regulate AI?

• Economic development versus community concerns

• The latest on the Iran conflict and its impact at home

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And connect with John at https://www.croisantforcongress.com