Things I learned on the Campaign Trail

The Spirits Still Speak: Ten Stories from Sovereign Steps

Tonight, the stories speak. From haunted bridges to Choctaw legends, Sharona Farmer guides you through ten tales where the past still breathes.In this special Halloween episode, Sharona Farmer takes you through ten stories from the heart of Oklahoma — where history, legend, and spirit walk side by side. Some are true. Some are ancient. And one is personal. From haunted bridges and whispering schoolhouses to Choctaw cautionary tales and echoes of ancestral memory, these stories remind us that what’s gone… isn’t truly gone. It waits for us to listen. Each story carries a lesson, a warning, or a blessing — woven with the heartbeat of the land and the wisdom of those who came before. So settle in, light your fire, and listen closely. Because tonight, the spirits still speak. Featuring: * Dead Woman’s Crossing * Aunt Jane of Fort Washita * Room 1015 at the Skirvin * Nalusa Falaya: The Shadow Serpent * The Stick People of the Plains * The Last Lesson at Boggy Depot * Where the River Remembers * plus three more stories that walk the line between truth and the unseen Follow Sovereign Steps: 🎧 Spotify, Apple Podcasts, & Amazon Music If this episode spoke to your spirit, please share, rate, and comment. Every listen keeps our stories alive. “May the spirits of our ancestors guide your steps — today and always.”

More Than a Title: Getting to Know Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr.

Assistant Chief Jack Austin Jr. joins host Sharona Farmer to share stories of his Choctaw roots, his vision for leadership, and the values of faith, family, and culture that guide his work. From community memories to future initiatives, this heartfelt conversation reveals the heart behind the title.

Guided by Their Steps: How Elders Shape Us

In this special episode of Sovereign Steps, I share the story of Choctaw elder Rebecca Good and the peace she brought into my life, Assistant Chief reflects on his grandfather’s resilience and service, and I honor my father—District 4 Elder of the Year—whose life taught me the value of hard work, laughter, and faith. Together, these stories remind us that the steps our elders take shape the paths we walk today.

Resilience and Roots: A Conversation with Councilman James Dry

In this episode of Sovereign Steps, Councilman James Dry joins me to share how a negative interaction reshaped the course of his career and strengthened his commitment to serve. We talk about perseverance, resilience, and the deep Choctaw roots that continue to guide his journey. From challenges that tested his resolve to hopes he carries for the future of the Choctaw Nation, Councilman Dry’s story is both personal and universal — a reminder that our hardest moments can also shape our greatest callings. Yakoke for listening, and may the wisdom of our people guide your steps today and always.

Things I learned on the Campaign Trail

In this heartfelt opening, Sharona looks back on her journey through the Choctaw Nation Tribal Council campaign, sharing the lessons, emotions, and unexpected blessings that shaped her along the way. Joined by her husband, Jimmy Farmer, they reflect on the people they met, the truths they discovered, and the deeper meaning of walking the path of service.