From Vault Keeper to Senate Insider: Marty Drewel’s Journey through the Missouri Senate

In this episode of Show Me State of Mind, we sit down with Marty Drewel, longtime Director of the Missouri Senate Appropriations Staff and now Sergeant at Arms for the Missouri Senate. A mentor and leader, Marty, shares stories from his decade of service, from his early days working in the state to navigating tough budget years with legendary senators like John Russell and Wayne Goode.

We reminisce about late-night budget hearings, the grueling but rewarding work of the appropriations process, and the camaraderie that made those long hours worthwhile. Additionally, Marty provides an insider's look at Senate traditions, the role of a doorman, and what it truly takes to become a Sergeant at Arms.

Join us for a conversation filled with history, humor, and heartfelt reflections on public service in the state of Missouri.