Behind the Seal: The Missouri Secretary of State Podcast

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Behind the Seal: Episode 11 - Communications and Social Media Jan 12, 2026

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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/) .

Behind the Seal: Episode 10 - Cyber Security Month Nov 05, 2025

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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.

Behind the Seal: Episode 9 - Show Me America 250 Oct 23, 2025

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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.

Behind the Seal: Episode 8 - Election Integrity (Part 2) Sep 17, 2025

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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.

Behind the Seal: Episode 7 - Election Integrity (part 1) Sep 17, 2025

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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.

Behind the Seal: Episode 6 - Securities Enforcement Aug 18, 2025

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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.

Behind the Seal: Episode 5 - Securities Aug 05, 2025

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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.

Behind the Seal: Episode 4 - Initiative Petitions and Referendums Jul 16, 2025

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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.

Behind the Seal - Episode 3: The Great Seal of Missouri Jul 03, 2025

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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.

Behind the Seal - Episode 2: Business Services May 30, 2025

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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.

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