Show Me State of Mind: A Journey Through Behavioral Health

About Show Me State of Mind: A Journey Through Behavioral Health

Welcome to "Show Me State of Mind," a new podcast hosted by Brent McGinty, CEO and President of the Missouri Behavioral Health Council. With over 12 years of experience in the field, Brent invites listeners to explore the innovative progress in mental health happening in Missouri. From his extensive background, including roles in the Department of Mental Health and the Missouri Senate, Brent brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table. Join us for engaging discussions with state leaders, legislative members, and community-based provider leadership. Each episode delves into the remarkable advancements Missouri has made in programs like MAT, SUD, CCBHC, and healthcare homes, as well as collaborations with law enforcement through CIT programs. Expect to hear stories, challenges, and the shared experiences of those at the forefront of mental health innovation. "Show Me State of Mind" is not just a historical record but an ongoing platform for learning and exploration aimed at fostering a deeper connection among listeners. Subscribe now to embark on this exciting journey of discovery and growth in the field of behavioral health.

Publisher

Brent McGinty

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

Yes

First episode

3 Mar 2025

Latest episode

1 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   1 Oct 2026

   From Crisis to Collaboration: Missouri’s ASAM Transformation

   In this episode, Brent hosts Natalie Cook and Ryan Essex to trace their careers and the statewide effort to reform Missouri’s substance use disorder system. They discuss the origins and challenges of CCBHC, the push for ASAM-based care, and how partnerships between providers and the Department of Mental Health enabled large-scale change. The conversation covers obstacles such as outdated billing systems, Medicaid expansion, COVID-19 impacts, and grant pressures, and highlights the shift toward individualized, medically informed treatment that centers on patients and supports providers.

2. 

   2 Sept 2026

   A Life’s Work in Recovery - Percy Menzies on Innovation, Leadership & Hope

   In this episode of Show Me State of Mind, Brent McGinty sits down with longtime friend and nationally recognized substance use treatment leader Percy Menzies for a conversation about a career—and a life—dedicated to changing the way we think about addiction and recovery. Percy shares the story of leaving a successful career in the pharmaceutical industry to pursue a very different calling, eventually founding Assisted Recovery Centers of America (ARCA) and becoming a leading voice for evidence-based addiction treatment. Brent and Percy reflect on the relationships and partnerships that helped position Missouri as a national leader in the use of medications to treat substance use disorders, the people who have shaped Percy’s journey, and his latest work with RecoVet. They also talk about family, leadership, the changing substance use landscape, and what gives Percy hope for the future as Missouri continues to make progress in reducing overdose deaths. It’s a conversation about taking risks, challenging the status quo, building meaningful partnerships, and spending a career working toward one goal: helping more people find a path to recovery.

3. 

   13 Jul 2026

   Twice the Director: Dr. Keith Schaefer on Missouri’s Mental Health Evolution

   Missouri’s two-time Department of Mental Health director, Dr. Keith Schaefer, joins the Show Me State of Mind podcast to reflect on his career, leadership lessons, and the people he mentored. The episode covers major policy shifts—Medicaid waivers, community-based services, liaison programs, and emergency response in Joplin—along with practical insights on governance, provider partnerships, and improving care for vulnerable Missourians.

Who has been a guest on Show Me State of Mind: A Journey Through Behavioral Health

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Reyna Taylor
• Marty Drewel
• Vicki Schollmeyer
• Kyle Kessler
• Marsha Morgan

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

5 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 9 / 100

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Quality

6

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

32

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