Behind the Seal: The Missouri Secretary of State Podcast

Missouri Secretary of State
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A behind the scenes look at the Secretary of State’s office, and relevant information for Missouri citizens.

Episodes

  1. Jan 12

    Behind the Seal: Episode 11 - Communications and Social Media

    In this episode, we discuss communications and social media in the Secretary of State's office. Our guests Maeve and Kathleen, who provide social media content for the State Archives and the State Library. To view the video, visit: https://youtu.be/rBs0SbiMDAQ  For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov (https://www.sos.mo.gov/) .

    30 min

  2. 11/05/2025

    Behind the Seal: Episode 10 - Cyber Security Month

    For Cybersecurity month, we meet with Paul Booth, the CIO for the Missouri Secretary of State. In this episode, we discuss Cybersecurity challenges at the Secretary of State office, and how citizens can stay better protected from cyber threats. To view the video, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5ivgZLX4C4 For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    22 min

  3. 10/23/2025

    Behind the Seal: Episode 9 - Show Me America 250

    In this episode, we discuss Show Me America 250. Our guests include Pat Thomas, the Chief of Staff for Missouri Senate President Pro Tem Cindy O’Laughlin, and John Dougan, the Director of Record Services and State Archivist. View the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDpNFXp06ig For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    33 min

  4. 09/17/2025

    Behind the Seal: Episode 8 - Election Integrity (Part 2)

    Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins meets with the Director of Election Integrity Nick La Strada. In part two of this two-part conversation, they discuss several topics including the process of Mail-in ballots in Missouri, election security, and current events such as the initiative petition reform bill and congressional redistricting. View the video of this podcast at: https://youtu.be/FydeBTkxZSQ For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    28 min

  5. 09/17/2025

    Behind the Seal: Episode 7 - Election Integrity (part 1)

    Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins meets with the Director of Election Integrity Nick La Strada. In part one of this two-part conversation, they discuss election integrity, Local Election Authorities, and maintaining voter rolls. View the video of this podcast at: https://youtu.be/6WS3h2dPAr4 For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    20 min

  6. 08/18/2025

    Behind the Seal: Episode 6 - Securities Enforcement

    In our last episode, we highlighted the Securities division at the Missouri Secretary of State. Today, we dive even deeper and learn about the division's enforcement role. We talk with Doug Jacoby, the Director of Enforcement, and learn about the important role his team plays in protecting Missourians from investment fraud. View the video of this podcast at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h1XhthzB4RU For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    18 min

  7. 08/05/2025

    Behind the Seal: Episode 5 - Securities

    In this episode, with the help of Michael O'Donnell, the Commisioner of Securities for the Missouri Secretary of State's office, we learn about the functions of the Investor Protection and Securities division, how they protect Missouri investors, and look at best practices to avoid being scammed. View the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2p-_o21GKLQ You can find out more about the Investor Protection and Securities division at: https://www.sos.mo.gov/securities For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    22 min

  8. 07/16/2025

    Behind the Seal: Episode 4 - Initiative Petitions and Referendums

    In our fourth episode, we explore how everyday Missourians shape state law through the power of Initiative Petitions and Referendums. View the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZuyT8qeWNco  Our guest is Ryan Hart, the Deputy General Counsel for the Secretary of State, who helps us to understand these tools and how they help Missourians to participate in the laboratory of democracy. You can find out more on the Secretary of State’s website: https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/petitions For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    22 min

  9. 07/03/2025

    Behind the Seal - Episode 3: The Great Seal of Missouri

    We take an in depth look at the Great Seal of Missouri during our interview with Zeke Speiker, the Assistant to the Secretary of State. View the video at: https://youtu.be/WCbDq25EI_Y For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    24 min

  10. 05/30/2025

    Behind the Seal - Episode 2: Business Services

    We meet with the Director of Business Services, Daniel Wilhelm and discuss the functions of the Business Services division, how they serve the citizens of Missouri, and recent workplace improvements.  View the video at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vkODBRmVgYA For more information about the Missouri Secretary of State's Office, visit www.sos.mo.gov.

    17 min

  11. 05/22/2025

    First 100 days

    The Missouri Secretary of State reflects on his first 100 days, discusses a few current items his office is working on, and we talk a little about duathlons. View the video at: https://youtu.be/wbRcZrc6Hks?list=PLZl6HUhkdrmVMFWnO-a3j_x14O5W7EYW5

    20 min
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