The frontline
Tracey spent more than 20 years as Chief Medical Officer of a community behavioral health organization, treating thousands of patients. On the show she brings real patient stories, without identifying details, and plenty of energy.
Meet Docs Tracey and Paul
Married psychiatrists Paul Keck, MD, and Tracey Skale, MD, bring a combined 70+ years of mental health expertise to sharing trusted knowledge, education, and insights with individuals on their mental health journey.
Why we started TMBO
We're passionate about sharing our expertise beyond clinical work through media, professional presentations, published research—and now TMBO: Two Minds, Better Than One.
On The TMBO Podcast: Docs Tracey and Paul Discuss It All, we bring our two unique perspectives to mental health, treatment, wellness, navigating healthcare, current issues, and everyday questions. We also welcome special guests and leading experts to the conversation.
Our goal is simple: to make mental health conversations informative, thoughtful, approachable, and relevant. We're glad you're here.
— Tracey & Paul
Dr. Tracey Skale, MD
Psychiatrist
Tracey Skale, MD, is a psychiatrist with more than three decades of experience dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness. She joined Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services in 1993 and served as Chief Medical Officer for more than 20 years, treating thousands of patients while helping advance community-based mental healthcare. A respected speaker and expert in psychopharmacology, neuroscience, and diseases of the brain, Dr. Skale has devoted her career to reducing stigma, breaking down barriers to care, and treating every person with compassion and respect. In 2024, she was honored with GCBHS’s Champions of Hope Honoree Award.
Focus areas
- Serious mental illness, including schizophrenia
- First-break psychosis
- Homeless outreach (ACT) teams
- Psychopharmacology
- Neuroscience and diseases of the brain
- Reducing stigma and barriers to care
On the show
Co-host. Brings frontline patient stories and energy to every episode.
Dr. Paul Keck, MD
Senior Consulting Psychiatrist
Paul E. Keck, Jr., MD, is Senior Consulting Psychiatrist and Founding President and CEO – Emeritus of the Lindner Center of HOPE and Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine. An internationally recognized psychiatrist and researcher, Dr. Keck has conducted extensive research in bipolar disorder, depression, and clinical psychopharmacology. He has authored hundreds of scientific papers, reviews, textbook chapters, and books and has ranked among the world’s most-cited researchers in psychiatry and psychology. Throughout his career, Dr. Keck has combined clinical care, research, education, and leadership to advance the understanding and treatment of mental illness.
Focus areas
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Clinical psychopharmacology
- Psychiatric research
- Neuroscience, explained plainly
On the show
Co-host and self-described "statistics person." He explains the research and the neuroscience.
Credentials
Drawn from the Docs’ published bios. Board certifications and publication titles are being confirmed.
Dr. Tracey Skale
- Psychiatrist with more than three decades of experience
- Joined Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services (GCBHS) in 1993
- Chief Medical Officer at GCBHS for more than 20 years
- Respected speaker on psychopharmacology, neuroscience, and diseases of the brain
- GCBHS Champions of Hope Honoree Award, 2024
- [CONFIRM board certifications]
Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Services
Dr. Paul Keck
- Senior Consulting Psychiatrist, Lindner Center of HOPE
- Founding President and CEO – Emeritus, Lindner Center of HOPE
- Professor Emeritus of Psychiatry, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
- Author of hundreds of scientific papers, reviews, textbook chapters, and books
- Ranked among the world's most-cited researchers in psychiatry and psychology
- [CONFIRM board certifications]
- [CONFIRM titles of Paul's books]
Lindner Center of HOPE; University of Cincinnati College of Medicine
Why two minds?
The research
Paul is an internationally recognized researcher in bipolar disorder, depression and clinical psychopharmacology. The self-described “statistics person” explains what the research shows.
The conversation
Together, they set out to make mental health conversations informative, thoughtful, approachable and relevant, with a married couple’s banter along the way.
Listen to Docs Tracey and Paul Discuss It All!Frequently asked questions
Who are Docs Tracey and Paul?
Dr. Tracey Skale and Dr. Paul E. Keck Jr. are married psychiatrists with more than 70 years of combined experience in mental health. They host the podcast Docs Tracey and Paul Discuss It All! from TMBO: Two Minds, Better Than One.
What is TMBO?
TMBO stands for Two Minds, Better Than One. It is the home of the Docs’ podcast and their work sharing trusted mental health knowledge, education and insight.
How often do new episodes come out?
New episodes of Docs Tracey and Paul Discuss It All! are released every Wednesday.
Can Docs Tracey and Paul give me personal medical advice?
No. The podcast and this website are for education and general discussion only, and can’t replace care from your own qualified healthcare professional. If you are in crisis, call or text 988 in the U.S.
Do Tracey and Paul speak at events?
Yes. They speak with the public, families, clinicians, organizations and media. See the Speaking page to send a booking inquiry.