Conversation Series

Kasich & Keller

The Kasich & Keller Conversation Series brings former Ohio Governor John Kasich together with Meadows Institute President and CEO Andy Keller, PhD for regular discussions on mental health policy, current events, and much more.

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A.I. and the Next Big Leap in Mental Health Care

In a new episode of Kasich & Keller, John Kasich, the former governor of Ohio, and Andy Keller, the president and CEO of the Meadows Institute, welcome Dr. Megan Jones Bell, the director of clinical at Google, to discuss the opportunities of A.I. in mental health care.

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Kasich & Keller Episodes

May 27, 2026

A.I. and the Next Big Leap in Mental Health Care

In the newest episode of Kasich & Keller, John Kasich, the former governor of Ohio, and Andy Keller, the president and CEO of the Meadows Institute, welcome Dr. Megan Jones Bell, the director of clinical at Google, to discuss the…

January 8, 2026

What Does 2026 Hold for Mental Health?

In a new episode of Kasich & Keller, John Kasich, the former governor of Ohio, and Andy Keller, the president and CEO of the Meadows Institute, welcome Zia Agha, the chief medical officer of the West Health Institute, to discuss…

November 18, 2025

Live from TribFest 2025
Andy Keller and Patrick Kennedy

In a special episode of Kasich & Keller recorded live in Austin at the Texas Tribune Festival, Andy Keller, the president and CEO of the Meadows Institute, and Patrick Kennedy, a former Congressman and founder of the Kennedy Forum, engage…

July 30, 2025

Supporting Families and First Responders After a Natural Disaster

The devastating Texas floods over the Fourth of July holiday served as a tragic reminder that natural disasters can strike at any time. With the heartbreaking loss of life and widespread destruction, these events can inflict trauma and grief on…

May 28, 2025

Brain Science & The Future of Mental Health

What if brain surgery could be performed without surgery? In the latest episode of Kasich & Keller, John Kasich, the former governor of Ohio, and Andy Keller, the president and CEO of the Meadows Institute, interview Ali Rezai, a world-renowned…

March 27, 2025

How Technology Is Transforming Mental Health Care

Technology is changing everything about how we live our lives, including our health care. In the latest episode of Kasich & Keller, John Kasich, the former governor of Ohio, and Andy Keller, the president and CEO of the Meadows Institute,…

January 8, 2026

What Does 2026 Hold for Mental Health?

In a new episode of Kasich & Keller, John Kasich, the former governor of Ohio, and Andy Keller, the president and CEO of the Meadows Institute, welcome Zia Agha, the chief medical officer of the West Health Institute, to discuss…

December 18, 2024

How to Support Your Mental Health During the Holidays

John Kasich and Andy Keller discuss how to manage your mental health during the holidays. Julie Kaplow, the executive vice president for Trauma and Grief Programs and Policy at the Meadows Institute, joins John and Andy as a special guest…

June 12, 2024

Supporting the Mental Health of Students During the Summer

John Kasich and Andy Keller dive into a conversation that’s essential viewing for all parents and caregivers: how to support the mental health of students during the summer. Episode 15 [presto_player id=14094] Session Details Date: June 12, 2024 Series: Kasich…

June 15, 2023

Uvalde: One Year Later

Every community has mental health needs, but these needs change dramatically after a tragedy like the one experienced by Uvalde, Texas. The events of May 24, 2022 and their impact on the health system and on the mental health of…

February 9, 2023

The Opportunity is Right Now

New Federal Laws, Programs, and Funding From unprecedented levels of funding to widespread bipartisan support of new mental health legislation and programs, behavioral health has been at the forefront of federal policy over the last two years. Join former Ohio…

April 13, 2023

Improving Patient Outcomes with Collaborative Care

An inside look at collaborative care, joined by the Institute’s Hani Talebi, PhD. The Collaborative Care Model (CoCM) is an evidence based practice that brings physical and mental health care and treatment together within the same primary care provider’s office.…

December 22, 2022

Mental Health During the Holidays

While some may consider this to be "the most wonderful time of the year," it can also be a time of increased stress and anxiety for many. A NAMI study shows that 64% of people with mental illness report holidays…

June 10, 2022

Uvalde: Supporting a Grieving Community

In the aftermath of a tragedy such as the school shooting in Uvalde, TX, it can be difficult to process the events, let alone understand what we can do to support those affected. Tune in to hear former Ohio Governor…

April 18, 2022

‘Healing’ with Special Guest Tom Insel, MD

'Healing: Our Path from Mental Illness to Mental Health' by Thomas Insel, MD offers an achievable vision to address our nation's mental health crisis, effectively delivering a playbook to take us from where we are now to where we need…

March 28, 2022

A Conversation about Federal Efforts on Mental Health

Comprehensive mental health reform is seeing uniquely bipartisan support. From the administration’s newly announced mental health strategy, hearings in the House and Senate, and unprecedented levels of funding, the current state of mental health in America tops many agendas. Join…

December 17, 2021

Mental Health During the Holidays

with Special Guest Daniel Gillison The holidays can be a time of great joy, but if you find yourself struggling during the holiday season, you're not alone. According to the American Psychological Association, 38% of people surveyed said their stress…

August 26, 2021

A Conversation on COVID Fatigue & Mental Health

with John Kasich and Andy Keller Struggling with COVID fatigue? You’re not alone. Join John Kasich and Andy Keller as they discuss pandemic fatigue, its impact on our mental health, and how we can avoid COVID-19 burnout. Episode 7 [presto_player…

July 29, 2021

Mental Health & the Next Wave of the Pandemic

with John Kasich and Andy Keller Join former Ohio governor John Kasich and Meadows Institute President and CEO Andy Keller for a timely conversation on mental health and the next wave of the pandemic. Episode 6 [presto_player id=12697] Session Details…

July 1, 2021

A National Conversation on Mental Health

Former Ohio Governor John Kasich and Meadows Institute CEO Andy Keller are back for another insightful conversation on mental health policy. Episode 5 [presto_player id=12692] Session Details Date: July 1, 2021 Series: Kasich & Keller Conversation Series Speaker: Andy Keller,…

May 18, 2021

A National Conversation on Mental Health

Join former Ohio Governor John Kasich and Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute President and CEO Andy Keller, PhD, for a 30-minute conversation on national mental health policy. Episode 4 [presto_player id=12696] Session Details Date: May 18, 2021 Series: Kasich &…

March 5, 2021

A National Conversation on Mental Health

Join former Ohio Governor John Kasich and Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute President and CEO Andy Keller, PhD, for a 30-minute conversation on national mental health policy. Episode 3 [presto_player id=12695] Session Details Date: March 5, 2021 Series: Kasich &…

December 11, 2021

A National Conversation on Mental Health & Suicide Prevention

Join former Ohio Governor John Kasich and Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute President and CEO Andy Keller, PhD, for a 30-minute conversation on national mental health policy and suicide prevention. Episode 2 [presto_player id=12693] Session Details Date: December 11, 2021…

October 27, 2021

A National Conversation on Mental Health

Join former Ohio Governor John Kasich and Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute President and CEO Andy Keller, PhD, for a 30-minute conversation on national mental health policy. Episode 1 [presto_player id=12701] Session Details Date: October 27, 2021 Series: Kasich &…