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The number of people incarcerated in Missouri prisons is lower than it has been in decades; yet, recent years have seen record-high deaths among those in custody. The deaths reflect an ongoing crisis behind the walls of the state's correctional institutions, say activist ML Smith, founder of the Missouri Justice Coalition, and Rika White, criminal justice policy manager at Empower Missouri. Smith and White take us inside their role in a notable Jan. 14 Missouri House Corrections Committee hearing that featured pointed questions for Trevor Foley, director of the Missouri Department of Corrections, about the state of healthcare inside the state's 19 prisons.

This week on The Bend Show from the “house burping” home trend to dumb outdoor criminal stories and how winter weather can trigger migraines. Join radio hosts Rebecca Wanner aka ‘BEC' and Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt (Tigger & BEC) with the latest in Outdoors & Western Lifestyle News! Home Trends, Outdoor Headlines & Health Impacts of Winter Weather House Burping: Why Some Homeowners Are Opening Windows in Winter Even as winter temperatures plunge, a growing number of homeowners are opening their windows on purpose — a trend known as “house burping.” The idea comes from a long-standing German practice called lüften, which simply means airing out your home to improve indoor air quality. Air quality experts say it can actually be healthy. Letting in fresh air helps reduce moisture, mold, carbon dioxide, and indoor pollutants — especially important since Americans spend about 90 percent of their time indoors. In Germany, lüften is so common that some rental agreements even require tenants to open windows regularly. The practice has gone viral in the U.S., with social media users sharing routines like airing out the house first thing in the morning, after cooking or showering, or after guests leave. There are downsides, though. Critics say opening windows in winter can hurt energy efficiency and drive up heating costs. Experts recommend keeping it short — about ten minutes is all it takes. So while it may feel counterintuitive, a quick blast of cold air could help keep your home healthier — just don't leave those windows open too long. Reference: https://www.today.com/life/what-is-house-burping-benefits-rcna255170 Outdoors Hunting & Fishing Dumb Crimes According to Outdoor Life, A former Alaskan guide with a long history of wildlife violations has once again been found guilty—this time for crimes tied to his commercial fishing business. Fifty-one-year-old Michael Patrick Duby of Juneau was convicted by a jury on January 15 of multiple charges, including falsifying commercial fishing records, selling fish taken for personal use, fishing out of season, and harvesting clams without a permit. Duby's record of fish and game violations stretches back more than 20 years. In 2012, he received one of Alaska's harshest sentences for wildlife crimes after a federal investigation found he illegally killed and sold protected birds. That case, along with other state offenses, cost him his hunting and sport fishing privileges, landed him in prison, and resulted in tens of thousands of dollars in fines. After losing those privileges, Duby shifted into commercial fishing, saying it was still his passion. But prosecutors say the pattern continued. His most recent convictions stem from actions in 2019 and 2020 while operating Genesis Seafoods, including felony charges for falsifying harvest records and reckless endangerment for selling untested clams. State prosecutors have described Duby as someone unable to stop breaking fish and game laws. His wife, who was charged as an accomplice and is a state fish and game operations manager, was acquitted. Patrick Duby represented himself at trial and is scheduled to be sentenced in May. Reference: https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/alaska-poacher-turned-commercial-fisherman-convicted/ Bronze Bighorn Stolen from Kuiu HQ—And the Getaway Didn't Go as Planned Two masked thieves targeted the Kuiu headquarters in Dixon, California, but their bold plan hit a snag—they couldn't fit what they stole into their car. In the early morning hours of December 31, surveillance video shows the suspects sawing a life-sized bronze bighorn sheep statue off its concrete base using a battery-powered saw. After tipping the heavy statue over, the pair struggled to load it into the backseat of what appears to be a Chrysler 300. When that didn't work, they left the scene, returned about 15 minutes later with a luggage cart, and wheeled the statue away. Police believe the bronze ram was later cut into smaller pieces so it could be transported and likely sold for scrap. The statue, nicknamed “Rocky,” had been installed outside Kuiu's headquarters just months earlier, in June of 2024. Bronze scrap currently sells for only a few dollars per pound, but thefts of bronze artwork are reportedly on the rise. Kuiu has released the surveillance footage and is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest. The case is being handled by the Dixon Police Department, and the company says the response online has been immediate and overwhelming. Reference: https://www.outdoorlife.com/conservation/thieves-steal-kuiu-sheep-statute/ Missouri Offers $15,000 Reward in Bull Elk Poaching Case Missouri conservation officials are asking for the public's help after a bull elk was illegally shot and killed at Peck Ranch Conservation Area in southern Missouri. The Missouri Department of Conservation is offering a fifteen-thousand-dollar reward for information leading to an arrest and conviction. The adult bull elk was discovered the morning of November 26, 2025, lying dead in an open field with a gunshot wound to the left shoulder. Investigators say evidence at the scene shows the shooter drove a vehicle directly into the field toward the elk, then circled back onto a gravel trail and left the area at a high rate of speed. Tire tracks entering and exiting the field were clearly visible. Photos submitted by members of the public helped narrow down the timeline. One photo shows the elk alive and grazing around 5:15 the evening before. Another photo taken just after 8:00 the next morning shows the animal dead in the same field. The case is being handled through Missouri's Operation Game Thief program, which emphasizes that poaching hurts wildlife conservation efforts and the hunters who follow the law. Anyone with information is urged to call 800-392-1111. Tips can be made anonymously, and conservation officials say even small details could help bring the person responsible to justice. Reference: https://www.outdoornews.com/2026/01/20/missouri-offers-15k-reward-for-help-in-elk-poaching-case/ How Winter Weather Can Trigger Migraines — and What You Can Do  As winter weather settles in, doctors say colder temperatures and changing weather patterns may be triggering more migraines. According to a Cleveland Clinic headache specialist, sudden shifts in barometric pressure can create pressure changes in the sinuses, which may set off migraines in people who are already prone to them. Extreme cold can also be a factor. For those sensitive to winter temperatures, simply being out in frigid air can increase the chances of a migraine starting. There are steps you can take to help prevent winter-related migraines. On very cold days, staying indoors when possible can help. If you do head outside, bundle up — especially covering your head and neck to limit cold exposure. Doctors also recommend keeping migraine medications with you, so you can treat symptoms early. Beyond the weather, lifestyle habits matter. Getting enough sleep, staying active, managing stress, and addressing anxiety or depression can all play a role in reducing migraine frequency. And if migraines start interfering with daily life, Cleveland Clinic experts say it's time to talk with your doctor, who can help find the right treatment plan to better manage symptoms through the winter months. Reference: https://newsroom.clevelandclinic.org/2026/01/02/winter-weathers-impact-on-migraines OUTDOORS FIELD REPORTS & COMMENTS We want to hear from you! If you have any questions, comments, or stories to share about bighorn sheep, outdoor adventures, or wildlife conservation, don't hesitate to reach out. Call or text us at 305-900-BEND (305-900-2363), or send an email to BendRadioShow@gmail.com. Stay connected by following us on social media at Facebook/Instagram @thebendshow or by subscribing to The Bend Show on YouTube. Visit our website at TheBendShow.com for more exciting content and updates! https://thebendshow.com/ https://www.facebook.com/thebendshow WESTERN LIFESTYLE & THE OUTDOORS Jeff ‘Tigger' Erhardt & Rebecca ‘BEC' Wanner are passionate news broadcasters who represent the working ranch world, rodeo, and the Western way of life. They are also staunch advocates for the outdoors and wildlife conservation. As outdoorsmen themselves, Tigger and BEC provide valuable insight and education to hunters, adventurers, ranchers, and anyone interested in agriculture and conservation. With a shared love for the outdoors, Tigger & BEC are committed to bringing high-quality beef and wild game from the field to your table. They understand the importance of sharing meals with family, cooking the fruits of your labor, and making memories in the great outdoors. Through their work, they aim to educate and inspire those who appreciate God's Country and life on the land. United by a common mission, Tigger & BEC offer a glimpse into the life beyond the beaten path and down dirt roads. They're here to share knowledge, answer your questions, and join you in your own success story. Adventure awaits around the bend. With The Outdoors, the Western Heritage, Rural America, and Wildlife Conservation at the forefront, Tigger and BEC live this lifestyle every day. To learn more about Tigger & BEC's journey and their passion for the outdoors, visit TiggerandBEC.com. https://tiggerandbec.com/

Michelle Reasor-West, Director of Horticulture for Poynter Landscape is joined by Dan Zarlenga from the Missouri Department of Conservation to talk about birds and gardening.

Hunters Brief Show Notes – Week of January 22, 2026 Below are the stories covered in this week's Hunters Brief, with links to the original sources for further reading: House votes to lift Boundary Waters mining ban — Associated Press via ABC News: “House Republicans seek to overturn a 20‑year mining moratorium near Minnesota's Boundary Waters”. Colorado halts wolf releases after new mortality and federal pressure — Pagosa Daily Post / Colorado Newsline: “CPW suspends wolf releases; nearly half of reintroduced wolves have died”. CPW staff threatened after mountain lions euthanized — Colorado Sun: “Colorado Parks and Wildlife staff and commissioners face threats after lethal mountain‑lion response”. Bronze ram stolen from KUIU headquarters — CBS Sacramento and KCRA: “Thieves steal life‑sized bronze ram statue from KUIU's Dixon headquarters”. Interior adopts ‘open unless closed' public‑lands policy — Outdoor Life and GearJunkie: “Secretarial Order 3447 makes hunting and fishing the default on public lands”. Missouri expands coyote hunting methods — Missouri Department of Conservation: “New rules allow night vision and thermal imaging for coyotes Jan. 1–Sept. 30”. Missouri revises deer seasons and CWD management — Congressional Sportsmen's Foundation: “Missouri approves 2026‑27 seasons and pauses targeted CWD removals”. Active‑duty soldiers convicted in Colorado poaching case — Denver Gazette: “Two soldiers and an accomplice fined for poaching six mule deer near Fort Carson”. Third man pleads guilty in Montana elk poaching ring — Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation: “Third defendant pleads guilty in multi‑county Montana elk poaching case”. USDA launches New World Screwworm Grand Challenge — U.S. Department of Agriculture: “USDA announces $100 million challenge to combat New World Screwworm”. These notes are provided for listeners who want to delve deeper into the stories discussed on the show. Thanks for tuning in! @HuntingStoriesPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Want to be a guest?⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Hunting Stories Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Sponsors: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Vortex Optics⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Missouri Net's Bill Pollock spoke with Dr. Heidi Miller, Chief Medical Officer for the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services, and Cathy Wood, the state's epidemiologist, about the dangers of extreme cold.

Join Living the Dream Outdoors Podcast host Bill Cooper as he interviews MDC's Cervid Program Supervisor Jason Isabelle about Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) Isabelle discusses the history of the disease, its prevalence today, and the importance of controlling the disease.There is a lot of controversy about how MDC is managing CWD. Isabelle addresses those concerns and gives a scientific basis for their management policies. One can look to Wisconsin, Arkansas and now Kansas to see what lack of management of CWD brings. It's not a pretty picture of deer herds. There is a small element of people in Missouri who want to totally do away with our Missouri Department of Conservation. They would willingly destroy what has taken decades for Missouri citizens to build, the most respected conservation department in the nation. We set our MDC up through the initiative petition process and created it in 1936 as a part of the Missouri Constitution (Amendment 4) as a separate entity to be managed by professional biologists, thus removing it from the hands of politicians.  We all pay a 1/8th of 1 percent sales tax to support MDC. The per capita cost is roughly $30 per year. For $30/yr. every Missouri citizen has access to over 1 million acres of public MDC lands,enjoys incredible hunting and fishing opportunities, camping, hiking, and outdoor education programs through our schools and local communities. It is the best deal in conservation in the entire USA. Let's keep it that way.  

Dr Karen Collins-Adams, SLPS School Board President, joins Megan Lynch following a move from the state of Missouri Department of Education to lower the district's status of accreditation to provisional. She points out that changes in school board leadership resulted in a delay to an audit that was due. She says the board is working to get that report in by the end of January.

Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has made headlines lately for its controversial decision to end its postseason Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) targeted deer removal program. Join Ashlee as she connected with MO MDC Director Jason Sumners, and they explain the decision and discuss MO's deer and elk program, and CWD efforts in general.  Ashlee and Jason also go into his background and the Missouri deer program writ large. This podcast is an incredibly informative resource for the CWD discussion, and all of the elements associated with it. Get to know the guest: https://www.newstribune.com/news/2024/may/26/jason-sumners-to-start-as-new-missouri-department/  Do you have questions we can answer? Send it via DM on IG or through email at info@theoriginsfoundation.org  Support our Conservation Club Members! Wild Hunting Spain: https://www.wildhuntingspain.com/  Rack Hub: https://www.rack-hub.com/  Everyone Deserves to Play: https://theoriginsfoundation.org/conservation-projects/everyone-deserves-to-play/  See more from Blood Origins: https://bit.ly/BloodOrigins_Subscribe Music: Migration by Ian Post (Winter Solstice), licensed through artlist.io This podcast is brought to you by Bushnell, who believes in providing the highest quality, most reliable & affordable outdoor products on the market. Your performance is their passion. https://www.bushnell.com  This podcast is also brought to you by Silencer Central, who believes in making buying a silencer simple and they handle the paperwork for you. Shop the largest silencer dealer in the world. Get started today! https://www.silencercentral.com  This podcast is brought to you by Safari Specialty Importers. Why do serious hunters use Safari Specialty Importers? Because getting your trophies home to you is all they do. Find our more at: https://safarispecialtyimporters.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been more than a year since Gov. Mike Kehoe announced that state government veteran Jessica Bax would lead the Missouri Department of Social Services. It's arguably the most challenging state governmental department in Missouri that oversees Medicaid, benefits like SNAP and TANF and the state's Children Division. Bax joined “the Politically Speaking Hour on St. Louis on the Air” to talk about the big changes ahead for the state's Medicaid program – and a plan to help retain investigators looking into allegations of child abuse and neglect.

Missouri Department of Health's State Epidemiologist, Dr George Turabelidze, joins Megan Lynch looking at the recent spike in flu cases across the state. He says we may see the most diagnosed cases since the pandemic.

Missouri Department of Conservation Director Jason Sumners joins Driftwood Outdoors for an in-depth conversation on chronic wasting disease, MDC's decision to pause post-season targeted removal, and what comes next.We ask the hard questions Missouri hunters and landowners are asking—what's paused, why now, what replaces it, and what benchmarks could bring it back.This is a long-form, transparent discussion about science, trust, and the future of deer hunting in Missouri.For more info: Missouri Dept of Conservation websiteMissouri Dept of Conservation FB pageMissouri Dept of Conservation InstagramSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

On December 15, the Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) announced the end of a controversial CWD control program: a sharpshooting initiative that involved baiting and spotlighting deer in areas where CWD has been detected. MDC Director Jason Sumners announced the news in an open letter. “As CWD has spread in Missouri over the last decade, MDC's objective has been and continues to be to keep CWD infection rates low to protect the long-term...

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has officially announced an "indefinite pause" on winter targeted deer culling, a move that has sparked intense debate across the hunting community. In this episode, MDC Director Jason Sumners joins the podcast to explain why the agency is pivoting its strategy against CWD. We look into the surge of Missouri's non-resident deer hunters has doubled in just ten years, even as resident hunter numbers have dropped. Whether you are worried about public land pressure, the new one-bird turkey limit, or the reality of "CWD-resistant" genetics, this is the a transparent look at Missouri conservation. 00:00 – Intro: Guest Jason Sumners, Executive Director of the MDC 04:25 – Major Changes: Removing the CWD Firearms Season Portion 25:10 – The "Indefinite Pause" on Winter Targeted Culling Explained 28:40 – The Wildwood Experiment: Suburban Management vs. Sharpshooters 47:15 – CWD Projections: What Happens to the Herd if Prevalence Hits 20%? 56:20 – Regulation Shifts: Why Antler Point Restrictions (APR) are Being Removed 58:15 – The Forever Debate: Moving the November Firearms Season 1:00:57 – New Turkey Limits: Why Missouri is Moving to a One-Bird Bag 1:02:45 – The Non-Resident Explosion: 45,000 Hunters Flooding Missouri 1:07:30 – Shocking Stats: The Rapid Decline of Resident Deer Hunters 1:12:30 – Genetic Solutions: Analyzing Oklahoma's CWD-Resistant Deer Research Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc...  Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein... Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1... Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho... Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati... Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW... For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

The Missouri Department of Conservation (MDC) has officially announced an "indefinite pause" on winter targeted deer culling, a move that has sparked intense debate across the hunting community. In this episode, MDC Director Jason Sumners joins the podcast to explain why the agency is pivoting its strategy against CWD. We look into the surge of Missouri's non-resident deer hunters has doubled in just ten years, even as resident hunter numbers have dropped. Whether you are worried about public land pressure, the new one-bird turkey limit, or the reality of "CWD-resistant" genetics, this is the a transparent look at Missouri conservation. 00:00 – Intro: Guest Jason Sumners, Executive Director of the MDC 04:25 – Major Changes: Removing the CWD Firearms Season Portion 25:10 – The "Indefinite Pause" on Winter Targeted Culling Explained 28:40 – The Wildwood Experiment: Suburban Management vs. Sharpshooters 47:15 – CWD Projections: What Happens to the Herd if Prevalence Hits 20%? 56:20 – Regulation Shifts: Why Antler Point Restrictions (APR) are Being Removed 58:15 – The Forever Debate: Moving the November Firearms Season 1:00:57 – New Turkey Limits: Why Missouri is Moving to a One-Bird Bag 1:02:45 – The Non-Resident Explosion: 45,000 Hunters Flooding Missouri 1:07:30 – Shocking Stats: The Rapid Decline of Resident Deer Hunters 1:12:30 – Genetic Solutions: Analyzing Oklahoma's CWD-Resistant Deer Research Join the Rack Pack Facebook Group : / n73gskjt7bfb2ngc Get ahead of your Game with DeerCast available on iOS and Android devices App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/deerc...  Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de... Don't forget to stock up for your next hunt! 1st Phorm has you covered! Protein Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/protein... Level-1 Bars: https://1stphorm.com/products/level-1... Energy Drinks: https://1stphorm.com/products/1st-pho... Hydration Sticks: https://1stphorm.com/products/hydrati... Send us a voice message on Speakpipe! https://www.speakpipe.com/100PercentW... For exciting updates on what's happening on the field and off, follow us on social Facebook: / officialdruryoutdoors Instagram: @DruryOutdoors X: @DruryOutdoors Be sure to check out http://www.druryoutdoors.com for more information, hunts, and more! Music provided by Epidemic Sound http://player.epidemicsound.com/ #dodtv

Missouri Director of Agriculture Chris Chinn joins Jared for a deep dive into the realities of modern farming, livestock operations, rural policy, and how government programs actually impact producers on the ground. Whether you're a farmer, livestock producer, trucker, ag student, grain hauler, or rural leader, this episode gives you a front-row seat to the conversations shaping agriculture today. Chris shares her personal story of growing up in Missouri ag, running a diversified family farm, and balancing life between Jefferson City and the home operation. She breaks down federal aid programs, drought relief, weights & measures, livestock transportation rules, and how technology has transformed production agriculture in the last 20 years. If you want to understand where Missouri agriculture is right now — and where it's headed — this episode is a must-watch.

This week's episode is a content partnership with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Brent Barnett and Sarah Jones, Safety Supervisor with the Missouri Department of Conservation, discuss tips on how to dress and prepare for outdoor winter activities.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Welcome to EO Radio Show – Your Nonprofit Legal Resource. I'm Cynthia Rowland, and this episode marks the 26th in our series of "Nonprofit Quick Tip" episodes, which focus on the details of state registration for nonprofit corporations. Today, with the help of Joe Hilliard, we look at the basic state filing requirements for nonprofit corporations operating in Kansas and Missouri. With the addition of these two states, we have covered all the domestic jurisdictions for the incorporation of domestic US charitable organizations. You can find all prior episodes on our website or on Farella's YouTube channel, where a playlist of state filing requirements is available. Show Notes:  Farella YouTube podcast channel Kansas: Kansas Secretary of State Business Services Home Page: https://sos.ks.gov/businesses/businesses.html Kansas Current Entity Search: https://www.sos.ks.gov/eforms/BusinessEntity/Search.aspx Kansas Business One Stop for filings: https://ksbiz.kansas.gov/ Kansas Business Entity FAQ and Forms: https://sos.ks.gov/businesses/register-a-business.html Kansas Articles of Incorporation Public Benefit: https://sos.ks.gov/forms/business_services/PBC.pdf Kansas Application for Filing Foreign Business Application: https://sos.ks.gov/forms/business_services/FA.pdf Kansas Information Report FAQ: https://sos.ks.gov/businesses/information-reports.html Kansas Information Report Form: https://www.sos.ks.gov/forms/business_services/INP.pdf Kansas Secretary of State Starting Nonprofit FAQ: https://ksbiz.kansas.gov/start/starting-a-non-profit-organization/ Kansas Attorney General Charitable Organization Registration Home Page: https://www.ag.ks.gov/divisions/civil/licensing-inspections/charitable-organization-registration Kansas Department of Revenue Home Page: https://www.ksrevenue.gov/ Missouri: Missouri Secretary of State Business Home Page: https://www.sos.mo.gov/business Missouri Secretary of State Starting a Business FAQ: https://www.sos.mo.gov/business/corporations/startBusiness Missouri Secretary of State All Business FAQ: https://www.sos.mo.gov/business/faqs Missouri Secretary of State's current entity database: https://bsd.sos.mo.gov/ Missouri Forms and Fees Page: https://www.sos.mo.gov/business/corporations/forms Missouri Domestic Nonprofit Articles of Incorporation Form: https://www.sos.mo.gov/CMSImages/Business/corp52.pdf?v=2025 Missouri Application for Certificate of Authority of a Foreign Nonprofit Corporation: https://www.sos.mo.gov/CMSImages/Business/corp55a.pdf?v=2025 Missouri Schedule of Fees: https://www.sos.mo.gov/CMSImages/Business/fees.pdf Missouri online Registration Portal: https://bsd.sos.mo.gov/ Missouri online filing FAQ: https://www.sos.mo.gov/bsd/RegSysFAQ Missouri Attorney General Charitable Registration FAQ: https://ago.mo.gov/get-help/programs-services-from-a-z/charity/for-nonprofits/registration-faqs/ Missouri Department of Revenue Nonprofit Tax FAQ: https://dor.mo.gov/taxation/business/registration/small-business/maintain/non-profit.html If you have suggestions for topics you would like us to discuss, please email us at eoradioshow@fbm.com. Additional episodes can be found at EORadioShowByFarella.com. DISCLAIMER: This podcast is for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to be, nor should it be interpreted as, legal advice or opinion.

For years, the Missouri Department of Corrections was not actually keeping track of the people who died in state prisons — with partial counts, missing names and flat-out wrong information being standard procedure. That is, until a Marshall Project reporter started asking questions.

Episode #404: In this episode, Warren Rose and Marty Marsh talk with us about the benefits of nature in our lives and their mission through the Missouri Department of Conservation to bring nature education into the classrooms and classrooms into nature. We also talked about outdoor activities, bears, mountain lions, snakes, and getting outdoors more to enjoy our beautiful planet! Guest: Warren Rose and Marty Marsh

Journalist Jesse Bogan of the Marshall Project reports on the case of Megan Jolly, a 52-year-old woman who has been jailed at the St. Charles County Justice Center for nearly two years. Jolly is among more than 500 Missouri defendants deemed mentally incompetent to stand trial and are waiting for a state-mandated treatment to restore competency. The backlog has surged since 2013, leaving many in limbo. Bogan discusses why the Missouri Department of Mental Health is “continually at absolute bed capacity for competency restoration”. He also gives further details on Jolly and other defendants awaiting psychiatric treatment.

Youth, age 16-25, have a conversation about their favorite horror films of all time Recorded at The Center, St. Louis, Missouri.    Pick the City UP Art Interlude Not Another One Saint Louis Story Stitchers   Support for Story Stitchers creative youth development programs is provided in part by The Lewis Prize for Music 2021 Accelerator Award. Additional support for StitchCast Studio and Story Stitchers youth programs has been provided by The Regional Arts Commission, The St. Louis Philanthropic Organization, and The Office of Violence Prevention in partnership with The St. Louis Board of Alderman through the 2024-2025 Programs to Reduce Crime Amongst At Risk Youth.   Story Stitchers programming is made possible by Kranzberg Arts Foundation where Saint Louis Story Stitchers is a proud resident organization and by the Missouri Department of Economic Development's Youth Opportunities Program.

Just in time for spooky season, Nature Boost is shining a light on one of Missouri's most misunderstood residents … the tarantula! In this mini episode, hear from experts with the University of Missouri–St. Louis and the Missouri Department of Conservation about their research on Missouri's native tarantula population. Discover where these “creepy crawlers” call home, what makes them unique, and why they deserve a little love and appreciation, not screams, this Halloween.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

An ARPA grant from the Missouri Department of Natural Resources allowed the city to invest $5 million to restore the Blue River. Once a favorite for outdoor recreation in Kansas City, the river has become polluted as a result of urbanization.

In this episode, Sean Rost talks with Tasha Gabel, senior naturalist for the Missouri Department of Natural Resources, about Onondaga Cave State Park. Episode Image: Two teenage girls look at cave formations in Onondaga Cave, 1959 [Missouri Ruralist Photographs (P0030), SHSMO] Banner Image: Interior view of Onondaga Cave, ca. 1945 [Mr. and Mrs. Walter Williams Photograph Collection (P0535), SHSMO] About the Guest: Tasha Gabel is a senior naturalist for the Missouri Department of Natural Resources at Onondaga Cave State Park. She earned a bachelor's degree in wildlife conservation and management from Missouri State University.

Youth, age 16-25, have a conversation about their favorite horror films of all time Recorded at The Center, St. Louis, Missouri.    Pick the City UP Art Interlude Saint Louis, Saint Louis Saint Louis Story Stitchers, 2024   Support for Story Stitchers creative youth development programs is provided in part by The Lewis Prize for Music 2021 Accelerator Award. Additional support for StitchCast Studio and Story Stitchers youth programs has been provided by The Regional Arts Commission, The St. Louis Philanthropic Organization, and The Office of Violence Prevention in partnership with The St. Louis Board of Alderman through the 2024-2025 Programs to Reduce Crime Amongst At Risk Youth.   Story Stitchers programming is made possible by Kranzberg Arts Foundation where Saint Louis Story Stitchers is a proud resident organization and by the Missouri Department of Economic Development's Youth Opportunities Program.

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week is October 19-25, and Jeff Wenzel and Teresa Wortmann from MO DHSS talk with Brownfield about the impacts of lead exposure and some precautions that can be taken while participating in outdoor activities. Listen to this episode of Outdoor Adventures sponsored by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services now! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Continuing the "Cave State" series, Alice Johnson, superintendent of Graham Cave State Park and the Mid-East Section of the Katy Trail State Park, joins host Sean Rost to discuss the unique features of Graham Cave State Park. Episode Image: Graham Cave Quilt Patch by Linda Ann Eatherton, 2021 [Missouri Bicentennial Commission Records (CA6643), SHSMO] About the Guest: Alice Johnson is Superintendent of Graham Cave State Park and the Mid-East Section of the Katy Trail State Park. She has worked for the Missouri Department of Natural Resources since 2018. She holds a bachelor's degree in anthropology from Missouri State University.

Dan Zarlenga, St Louis Regional Media specialist for the Missouri Department of Conservation, joins Chris and Amy as Missouri black bears are getting ready for winter hibernation and are actively looking for food.

MFA Podcast co-hosts Landry Jones and David Moore talk pasture management for livestock during recovering drought pastures. Drexel Atkission of the Natural Resources Conservation Service and Rick Rath with the Missouri Department of Conservation join the MFA team to discuss two unique ways to establish native warm-season grasses in pastures. Join them on YouTube, Facebook and on https://mfa-inc.com/pod

Welcome to “Water Break”, where we try to bridge the gap between Water Operators and Engineers! In today's episode, we are going to talk about “Operator Ethics and Why They Matter”. We would like to welcome back John Schwartz, who is the Senior Technical Support Representative/Technical Training Manager, and Loyd Rawlings, who is the Technical Training Manager for USA BlueBook. John brings over 40 years of water and wastewater experience to the training room, including roles as a water system operator, a lead/senior operator for both water treatment and distribution systems, and a water treatment and distribution system manager. He also served as a circuit rider, trainer and technical advisor for the California Rural Water Association. John is certified in Water Treatment and Distribution in California and Montana and holds a Utility Management Certification (UMC) for Water and Wastewater Management from NRWA's Water University. Loyd has over 30 yrs of experience and has worked for Missouri Department of Natural Resources as a certification trainer and compliance assistance operator. With Missouri Rural Water Association, he led EPA Water Quality Action Specialists (WQAS) trainings, worked as a USDA Wastewater Technician, served as a circuit rider, and taught numerous water and wastewater certification classes. Loyd holds certifications in Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment and Distribution systems in Missouri. He holds a Utility Management Certification (UMC) from NRWA's Water University.

In this segment, Mark is joined by Neetu Arnold, an analyst with the Manhattan Institute. They discuss her latest story which focuses on the Missouri Department of Education supporting discriminatory scholarships.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark discusses almost getting hit by a bus on Monday evening, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's recent crackdown on military fitness and more. Mark is then joined by Retired FOX 2 Investigative Reporter Elliott Davis. Davis discusses FEMA's poor response to the St. Louis tornado as well as lawmakers giving up on expanding the Metrolink to a third line. He's later joined by Neetu Arnold, an analyst with the Manhattan Institute. They discuss her latest story which focuses on the Missouri Department of Education supporting discriminatory scholarships.

In hour 1 of The Mark Reardon Show, Mark discusses almost getting hit by a bus on Monday evening, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth's recent crackdown on military fitness and more. Mark is then joined by Retired FOX 2 Investigative Reporter Elliott Davis. Davis discusses FEMA's poor response to the St. Louis tornado as well as lawmakers giving up on expanding the Metrolink to a third line. He's later joined by Neetu Arnold, an analyst with the Manhattan Institute. They discuss her latest story which focuses on the Missouri Department of Education supporting discriminatory scholarships. In hour 2, Mark discusses Trump's new executive order on using AI to boost childhood cancer research. Sue then hosts, "Sue's News" where they discusses the latest trending entertainment news, this day in history, the random fact of the day, and much more. Mark is later joined by Susan L Ward, a local family law attorney. She discusses their new office, the work they're doing and more. In hour 3, Mark is joined by Charles Lipson, a Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago that writes regularly for The Spectator Magazine and Real Clear Politics. He discusses tonight's looming government shutdown, Hegseth's military speech and more. He's later joined by Fred Parry, a Former Boone County Commissioner and the Publisher of Inside Columbia Magazine. He shares his concern on growing crime in Columbia, Missouri. Mark wraps up the show with the Audio Cut of the Day.

This is the VIC 4 VETS, Weekly Honored Veteran. SUBMITTED BY: The Washington Guard Jack Jackson Jack Jackson was born in Sullivan, Indiana and grew up on a small farm near Crown Point. He earned a Bachelor of Science Degree at Purdue University. Jack later went on to earn a Master’s Degree in Human Resource Management at Pepperdine University. After graduating from Purdue University, Jack worked for a brief period at General Motors. However, Jack felt the call of his country and joined the United States Marine Corps, where he was commissioned as Second Lieutenant. Jack then went off to flight training to become a Marine Aviator. Jack’s tenacity and courage were quickly demonstrated as a combat aviator in Vietnam. Arriving in November 1968, Jack flew over 600 combat missions. A highly decorated veteran, Jack is the recipient of four Distinguished Flying Crosses, 33 Air Medals, Navy Commendation Medal (with combat V), a host of campaign medals and, most recently, the Legion of Merit for Service to His Country. Returning from Vietnam, Jack attended the United States Naval Test Pilot School, testing aircraft for the United States military. Subsequently, he was the aide-de-camp for a Two Star General. He left active duty as a Marine Captain in 1977. Jack remained active in the service of his country by staying in the Marine Corps Reserves and achieved the rank of Colonel. He was called back to active duty for Desert Shield where he served as a Harrier Instructor Pilot. Jack continued to play an important role in the defense of his country as a key person in the Boeing Company (previously McDonnell Douglas). Jack became a test pilot at Boeing Company in January 1978. He tested virtually every type of U.S. fighter aircraft as well as two Russian fighters, accumulating over 10,000 flight hours. He is also the nation’s most experienced VSTOL pilot. In January 2004, he retired from his position as Chief Pilot-Production Test with Boeing Company where he was responsible for all production activities. Jack is actively involved in his church where he is a deacon. He was the parliamentarian for the Second Congressional District Caucus in 1996 and 2008. He is also a member of the following organizations: V.F.W.; American Legion; National Aeronautical Association; Association of Naval Aviation; Marine Corps League; Vietnam Veterans; National Association of Parliamentarians; and The Society of Experimental Test Pilots. Jack was also on the Boeing Management Club Board of Directors. He was the Chief Test Pilot for Production at the Boeing Company from 1996 until 2004. Jack was elected to the Missouri House of Representatives in 2002. He served as president of the largest freshman class in the history of the state of Missouri. He was Chairman of the Veterans Committee, Chairman of the Joint Committee On Terrorism, Bioterrorism, and Homeland Security; and he was a member of the Appropriations - Public Safety and Corrections and Ways and Means Committees. Jack has been married for 57 years to the former Arleen Henderlong. They have three children and eight grandchildren. Jack is the recipient of the National Aeronautic Association’s “Elder Statesman of Aviation for 2004” Award. He received the Aviation Week and Space Technology 1999 Laurels Award. He also received the “Legislator of the Year Award” from the Missouri Department of Veterans of Foreign Wars in June 2003, 2005, and 2006 and the “Legislator of the Year Award” from the American Legion in 2004. He received the 2006 Farm Bureau Friend of Agriculture Award. He also received the National Aide-de- Camp award from the National Commander of the National VFW. After leaving the legislature in 2006, Jack started his own small business of public speaking and an aircraft charter business. ________________________________________________________________ This Week’s VIC 4 VETS, Honored Veteran on NewsTalkSTL.With support from our friends at:Alamo Military Collectables, H.E.R.O.E.S. Care, Monical’s PizzaSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

StitchCast LIVE!!! x MTM Lil Derik PART I Season 8 of StitchCast Studio Kicks off with a live podcast with Hip Hop Artist MTM Lil Derik,  converse about navigating the current landscape of the music scene, while preserving your mental health.   Recorded live at High Low, May 27, 2025 Pick the City UP Arts Interlude "PICK THE CITY UP (REMIX)" Saint Louis Story Stitchers Artists Collective     Saint Louis Story Stitchers' StitchCast Studio LIVE! is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts. On the web at arts dot gov. Support for Story Stitchers creative youth development programs is provided in part by The Lewis Prize for Music 2021 Accelerator Award. Additional support for StitchCast Studio and Story Stitchers youth programs has been provided by The Regional Arts Commission, The St. Louis Philanthropic Organization, and The Office of Violence Prevention in partnership with The St. Louis Board of Alderman through the 2024-2025 Programs to Reduce Crime Amongst At Risk Youth.   Story Stitchers programming is made possible by Kranzberg Arts Foundation where Saint Louis Story Stitchers is a proud resident organization and by the Missouri Department of Economic Development's Youth Opportunities Program.

Join Living the Dream Outdoors Podcast host Bill Cooper and Missouri Department of Conservation Cervid Program Supervisor Jason Isabelle as they talk about everything deer and deer hunting. From the state of Missouri's deer herd, to new regulations for the upcoming 2025-2026 deer seasons, to CWD, this program is a gold mine of information for deer hunters and outdoorsmen alike. Living the Dream Outdoors Podcast can be found on most social media platforms.    

How do you communicate complex public health messages across a state with diverse communities? In this episode, Cliff visits with Lisa Cox and Sami Jo Freeman from the Missouri Department of Health & Senior Services to explore their approach to connecting with Missourians through effective communication. From supporting local health departments to managing crisis messaging during the pandemic, they share how their team helps people live healthier lives, one message at a time.

StitchCast LIVE!!! x MTM Lil Derik PART I Season 8 of StitchCast Studio Kicks off with a live podcast with Hip Hop Artist MTM Lil Derik,  converse about navigating the current landscape of the music scene, while preserving your mental health.   Recorded live at High Low, May 27, 2025 Pick the City UP Arts Interlude "Who's Ready" Saint Louis Story Stitchers Artists Collective     Saint Louis Story Stitchers' StitchCast Studio LIVE! is supported in part by an award from the National Endowment for the Arts. On the web at arts dot gov. Support for Story Stitchers creative youth development programs is provided in part by The Lewis Prize for Music 2021 Accelerator Award. Additional support for StitchCast Studio and Story Stitchers youth programs has been provided by The Regional Arts Commision, The St. Louis Philanthropic Organization, and The Office of Violence Prevention in partnership with The St. Louis Board of Alderman through the 2024-2025 Programs to Reduce Crime Amongst At Risk Youth.   Sotry Stitchers programming is made possible by Kranzberg Arts Foundation where Saint Louis Story Stitchers is a proud resident organization and by the Missouri Department of Economic Development's Youth Opportunities Program.  

Duck season is right around the corner, and if you've got any influence over your hunting ground, this episode is packed with strategies to help you hold more birds. We sit down with Mike Flaspohler, a retired wildlife biologist from the Missouri Department of Conservation, where he oversaw premier waterfowl habitat at Grand Pass, Four Rivers, and Ted Shanks Conservation Areas.Joining the conversation is his son, Kale, the brains behind the Waterfowl Management Academy platform.The Flaspohlers break down practical, science-driven wetland management tactics for this fall and explain how their platform delivers knowledge through an ever-growing library of videos and interactive sessions.If you're asking yourself what should be on the habitat to-do list between now and opening day, this episode has the answers. >>Thanks to our sponsors: Tom Beckbe, Lile Real Estate, Perfect Limit Outdoors, Purina Pro Plan, Sitka Gear, Greenhead: The Arkansas Duck Hunting Magazine, Diamond M Land Development, and Ducks Unlimited.Send us a textAll Rights Reserved. Please subscribe, rate and share The Standard Sportsman podcast.

It's a night at the museum, but one about mental health, not mentalist like Kristen may have thought. We've got a potential new Bingo game in the making so make sure you make a note of our favorite disease this episode. Other than that we have replicas, EVPs, and a lot of undigested metals. Sounds weird? For us too. We'd appreciate it if you took a moment to help our podcast by rating and reviewing on apple and NOW on Spotify! Leave us a comment on how you liked the episode or where we should cover next! Don't forget to check our show notes for our social links! Definitely check out our Instagram (@hauntedorhoaxpod). We post all photos and videos talked about in the show there!Haunted or Hoax Social Medias:WebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebookSources for this Episode:TELEVISION & MEDIA: WEBSITES:https://www.kcghosts.com/glore-psychiatric-museumhttps://www.kcghosts.com/glore-psychiatric-museum-visit-2https://www.kcghosts.com/glore-psychiatric-museum-visit-3https://www.kcghosts.com/glore-psychiatric-museum-visit-4https://www.kcghosts.com/glore-psychiatric-museum-visit-5http://www.theapexparanormal.com/apexkcinvestigations.htmlhttps://www.hauntedrooms.com/missouri/haunted-places/glore-psychiatric-museumhttps://www.stjosephmuseum.org/faqhttps://hauntedhouses.com/missouri/glore-psychiatric-museum/Missouri Department of Mental Health – Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center (History & Glore Museum pages)https://dmh.mo.gov/nmprc/historyhttps://dmh.mo.gov/nmprc/gloreSt. Joseph Museums – Glore Psychiatric Museumhttps://www.stjosephmuseum.org/glore-psychiatric-museumWikipedia – Glore Psychiatric Museumhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glore_Psychiatric_MuseumFlatland KC (PBS affiliate) https://flatlandkc.org/news-issues/glore-psychiatric-museum-reveals-what-it-was-like-inside-an-asylum/KCUR (NPR affiliate)https://www.kcur.org/arts-life/2014-08-14/kansas-city-artist-arthur-krafts-psychiatric-ward-experience-inspires-st-joseph-exhibit

A Black transgender woman sued the Missouri Department of Corrections, claiming officers kept her isolated for six years based on a policy that singles out people with HIV. Missouri is now changing its policy as a result of that settlement.

For years, Missouri Department of Corrections officials kept a Black transgender woman in solitary confinement. She sued the department claiming officers kept her isolated based on a policy that singles out people with HIV. The suit was settled yesterday.

This week, we pay tribute to one of Missouri's greatest conservationists — Jerry Presley, former Director of the Missouri Department of Conservation, who passed away on August 9, 2025, at the age of 94.Jerry dedicated nearly four decades to protecting and managing Missouri's natural resources and inspired generations of outdoor lovers through his leadership, mentorship, and passion for the outdoors. From his humble roots in Low Wassie to the helm of MDC, Jerry lived a life defined by service, stewardship, and a deep love for the Missouri wilderness.In remembrance, we're replaying Episode 60, one of our all-time favorite conversations. Recorded five years ago, Jerry joined us to talk about:Growing up in the Ozarks during the Great DepressionThe creation of Eleven Point State ParkConservation legends and legislationWaterfowl, exotic pets, and goggle-eye fishing…and yes, even Bigfoot and the Mystery Bait BucketIt was a conversation full of wisdom, laughter, and timeless stories.Whether you're a longtime listener or new to Driftwood Outdoors, we invite you to sit back and enjoy this special episode that captures the spirit of a true conservation pioneer.Rest easy, Jerry — and thank you.In lieu of flowers, the family requests expressions of sympathy to be made in the form of donations to the Jerry J. Presley Conservation Endowed Scholarship at the University of Missouri.Link to make donations is HERESpecial thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

KMOX Health Editor Fred Bodimer found out more about the infection when he talked with epidemiologist Nathan Koffornous with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. The patient contracted the amoeba after water-skiing at Lake of the Ozarks.

Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) is more than just a wildlife issue—it's a crisis reshaping Missouri's deer hunting culture and threatening our landowners' way of life. With confusion, controversy, and misinformation running rampant, Brandon Butler and Nathan “Shags” McLeod of Driftwood Outdoors are hosting a powerful, event to cut through the noise and get to the truth.Recorded live at Runge Nature Center, this episode brings together some of the most respected voices in wildlife conservation:Kip Adams of the National Deer Association explains the science behind CWD.Doug Duren, land steward and Wisconsin conservationist, shares a cautionary tale from a state that stopped fighting back.Jason Sumners, Director of the Missouri Department of Conservation, outlines the state's strategy to manage and contain the disease.Moderated by Brandon Butler, the evening wraps with an unfiltered panel discussion featuring questions from real hunters and landowners. If you care about Missouri deer hunting, this is a conversation you can't afford to miss. ​For more info:Missouri Dept of ConservationNational Deer AssociationSpecial thanks to:Living The Dream Outdoor PropertiesSuperior Foam Insulation LLCDoolittle TrailersScenic Rivers TaxidermyConnect with Driftwood Outdoors:FacebookInstagramYouTubeEmail:info@driftwoodoutdoors.com

Missouri Department of Natural Resources (DNR) director Kurt Schaefer says the agency is waiting for Columbia to submit a plan for how they'll stop human waste and trash from homeless camps from getting into the Hinkson creek. DNR director Schaefer appeared live this morning on 939 the Eagle's “Wake Up Missouri”, saying there are about 60 homeless residents in the camp near I-70 and Highway 63, near Bob Evans. Director Schaefer says Columbia has a growing homeless population for its size. He also says DNR receives numerous complaints about the needles, human excrement and trash from the homeless camp near Bob Evans. He says they've had several good meetings with Columbia officials. Columbia spokeswoman Syndey Olsen says the city remains committed to protecting water quality for its residents:

The Missouri Department of Corrections recently asked people to stop donating quilting supplies. The rush of donations followed the hit Netflix documentary, "The Quilters," which follows a special program in a Missouri maximum security prison, two hours southwest of St. Louis, where the inmates create quilts for foster children waiting for adoption. We'll talk with the filmmaker Jenifer McShane about the film, quilts, prisons and second chances

Dave Mayers is a Pennsylvania native, where he cut his teeth bird hunting behind his friend's close working black labradors. He hunted ruffed grouse and wild pheasants in the PA hills before moving to Missouri in 1986. Dave also spent a couple of years in central Wisconsin.  Since 1996, he has walked behind his own german short-haired pointers and has been fortunate enough to travel with them to several Midwestern and Western states, chasing pheasants, woodcock, bobwhite quail, ruffed grouse, and a few sharp tails. Dave retired as fisheries biologist with the Missouri Department of Conservation in 2014 and has had more time to devote to his dogs and see what awaits them over the next rise. Topics covered include:   Living with bird dogs in the house Hunting the woodcock migration in the Ozarks Fish habitat overlapping with upland bird habitat The mysteries of the American Woodcock Trusting our dogs in the field  Follow Dave: @seize_the_moment_outdoors     Check out the First Gen Hunter Website Follow First Gen Hunter Instagram: @first.gen.hunter Facebook: @first.gen.hunter Follow Alex: @east2westhunts_alex  Follow East2West Hunts: @east2westhunts Follow Caleb: @calebleedrake  Follow Noel: @noelgandy Follow Ryan: @theuplandsocial   Support First Gen Hunter by shopping at the following partners:   East2West Hunts Use promo code: firstgen10 = 10% off any purchase Old Barn Taxidermy Tell Them The First Gen Hunter Podcast Sent You! My Medic use discount code firstgen15 at checkout to save 15% TideWe Use discount code: firstgen15 at checkout to save 15% Optics Planet Use discount code: fgh5 at checkout to save 5% 360 Sportsmen Use discount code: FIRSTGEN15 Camofire Black Ovis AlienGear Holsters FORLOH Fox River Socks Gunskins Tipton Gun Cleaning Accessories Outdoor Edge

Britt Reid seemingly had it all, but under the surface was his life-long battles with substance abuse and alcoholism. What should have been the American dream became a living nightmare for so many when he got behind the wheel of a car after drinking. In an instant, Britt traded in his life of impact for an inmate number in the Missouri Department of Corrections. Today, Britt is out of prison and lives a life of service while working a program of recovery. His tale of humility, redemption, grace, grit and perseverance is a reminder and a living example to never give up and to always have hope. Today on the show we discuss: Britt's hidden addiction cycle that wrecked his life and others, what it was like growing up as the son of one of the most famous football coaches of all time, Britt's major downfalls including legal trouble and personal tragedy, how his dreams of following in the footsteps of his dad quickly shattered, how Britt healed and his path to redemption and much more. ⚠ WELLNESS DISCLAIMER ⚠ Please be advised; the topics related to mental health in my content are for informational, discussion, and entertainment purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your mental health professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your current condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard from your favorite creator, on social media, or shared within content you've consumed. If you are in crisis or you think you may have an emergency, call your doctor or 911 immediately. If you do not have a health professional who is able to assist you, use these resources to find help: Emergency Medical Services—911 If the situation is potentially life-threatening, get immediate emergency assistance by calling 911, available 24 hours a day. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org.  SAMHSA addiction and mental health treatment Referral Helpline, 1-877-SAMHSA7 (1-877-726-4727) and https://www.samhsa.gov Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andrew Bailey is a prominent figure in Missouri politics, currently serving as the state's Attorney General. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and later earned a Juris Doctor from the University of Missouri, where he also participated in the Army ROTC. His professional history includes deployment to Iraq, as well the roles of Assistant Attorney General, General Counsel for the Missouri Department of Corrections, and Deputy Counsel in the Governor's Office. Throughout his career, he has focused on protecting constitutional rights, advocating for victims, and addressing violent crime. Bailey's tenure as Attorney General has been marked by significant legal actions, particularly regarding COVID-19. He led Missouri's lawsuit against the Chinese government for allegedly hoarding personal protective equipment during the pandemic, seeking $25 billion in damages for the state. His office has also actively pursued cases related to consumer protection and First Amendment rights, including recent lawsuits against Starbucks for discrimination and Jackson County for infringing on free speech in counseling settings. As he continues his work, Bailey remains committed to safeguarding Missourians' rights and enhancing community safety. Shawn Ryan Show Sponsors: https://ShawnLikesGold.com | 855-936-GOLD #goldcopartner http://shopify.com/srs http://ziprecruiter.com/srs https://bunkr.life/ | Use Code SRS https://americanfinancing.net/srs NMLS 182334, nmlsconsumeraccess.org http://trueclassic.com/srs Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at trueclassic.com/SRS! #trueclassicpod https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SRS Andrew Bailey Links: Office of the Attorney General - https://ago.mo.gov/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andrewbaileymo/ X - https://x.com/AndrewBaileyMO Website - https://baileymo.com/ Please leave us a review on Apple & Spotify Podcasts. Vigilance Elite/Shawn Ryan Links: Website | Patreon | TikTok | Instagram | Download Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices