Robert Meinholtz, Scout Executive of the St. Louis Area Council, discussed the evolution and relevance of the Boy Scouts, highlighting changes in merit badges to reflect modern society. Upcoming events include a Scout recruitment night on September 26th and the Scouting for Food program on November 2nd, which collected over 1.1 million cans last year. The Boy Scouts program includes Tiger Cubs, Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Explorer programs, with over 50,000 youth members and 12,000 adult leaders. The conversation also touched on the Boy Scouts' policy on gay members and leaders, emphasizing the organization's adherence to national guidelines.