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A podcast focused on the people, stories, and happenings of Chesterfield County, Virginia.

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    • May 14, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 23m AVG DURATION
    • 121 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Chesterfield Behind the Mic

    Episode 117: CSB Helps a Wide Range of Chesterfield Residents

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 20:00


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Executive Director Kelly Fried about the Community Services Board (CSB), the many services it provides to county residents, and how the various pieces of the organization come together to support those in need of these services here in Chesterfield.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Kelly Fried, CSB Executive Director   Recorded on location by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 116: Checking In With Supervisor Kevin Carroll (Matoaca District)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 27:16


    Episode 116: Checking In With Supervisor Kevin Carroll (Matoaca District) On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Kevin Carroll of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about the last year on the board, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Matoaca District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Kevin Carroll, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Matoaca District)   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 115: Reigniting Hope Seeks to Reduce Stigma of Substance Use

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 19:00


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jennifer Patterson of Human Services to talk about her role as the opioid abatement authority (OAA) administrator for the county and how a new campaign called Reigniting Hope seeks to reach those battling substance use and offer potential solutions on a path forward.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jennifer Patterson, OAA Administrator   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 114: Local First Responders Recount Post-Hurricane Rescues

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 33:18


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Capt. Graham Lathrop and Lt. Justin Bennett from Chesterfield Fire and EMS about their experiences with VAHART taking part in rescue missions in southwest Virginia following Hurricane Helene.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Capt. Graham Lathrop – Chesterfield Fire and EMS/Member of the Virginia Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (VAHART)   Lt. Justin Bennett – Chesterfield Fire and EMS/Member of the Virginia Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (VAHART)   Recorded on location by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 113: C-Fit Community and the 2025 Earth Day Festival

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 21:30


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Lynne Wingfield about C-Fit Community to discuss not only the group's mission and how she came to be involved but also to preview this weekend's third-annual Earth Day Festival at the Fairgrounds, which runs from noon to 4 p.m.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Lynne Wingfield, C-Fit Community   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 112: Checking In With Supervisor Jessica Schneider (Clover Hill District)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 19:41


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jessica Schneider of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about her first year on the board, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Clover Hill District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jessica Schneider, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Clover Hill District)   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 111: Breaking Down the Proposed FY2026 County Budget

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 17:43


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, Deputy County Administrator Matt Harris and Budget Director Gerard Durkin go in depth on the proposed FY2026 county budget, what is included, the methods by which Chesterfield made the decision to propose changes to the tax rate, and much more.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Matt Harris, Chairman, Deputy County Administrator for Finance and Administration Gerard Durkin, Director of Budget and Management   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 110: History Happened Here in Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 27:14


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we focus on the county's “History Happened Here” campaign, first talking with SV&E director J.C. Poma about its origin and then with local history aficionados John Pagano and Bryan Truzzie of Henricus and Parks and Recreation, respectively, about the kinds of notable things that happened in Chesterfield.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: J.C. Poma, Director of Sports, Visitation, and Entertainment John Pagano, Historical Interpretive Supervisor at Henricus Bryan Truzzie, Historic Sites Manager with Parks and Recreation   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 109: Checking In With Supervisor Dr. Mark Miller (Midlothian District)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 21:54


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Dr. Mark Miller of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about his tenure as vice chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Midlothian District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Dr. Mark Miller, Vice Chair of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Midlothian District)   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 108: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Ingle (Bermuda District)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 27:17


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jim Ingle of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about his first tenure as chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Bermuda District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jim Ingle,  Chair of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Midlothian District)   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 107: How Chesterfield Supports Its Workforce

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 19:36


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Mary Martin Selby, director of human resources, about not only how she chose her career path but also how HR supports the organization's workforce, the way things have changed over the years, and what makes for a good employer.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Mary Martin Selby, Director of Human Resources   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 106: The Process of Holding Government Meetings

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 21:01


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Susan Wilson, clerk to the Board of Supervisors, about all the meeting process, public participation, the best ways to access information before and after meetings, and the other ways citizens can connect with their local elected representatives.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Susan Wilson, Clerk to the Board   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 105: Looking Ahead with Chesterfield's New Police Chief

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 18:04


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Col. Frank Carpenter about being tabbed as Chesterfield's new police chief late last year and what the first weeks on the job have been like, what his goals are for the department going forward, how rewarding he feels the work to be, and much more.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Col. Frank Carpenter, CCPD Chief of Police   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 104: Standout Stories From 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 25:56


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to veteran Content Writer Jim McConnell about the year that was 2024 in Chesterfield County, looking at some of the stories that stood out to us most throughout the year on both the podcast and the Chesterfield On Point blog.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jim McConnell, Creative Content Writer   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 103: Chesterfield State of the County 2024 (Live!)

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 46:01


    On a special episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, check out the live recording of the State of the County 2024 presentation, which was delivered via a live podcast recording at the Chesterfield Chamber meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 11. It included a panel that consisted of County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey, Deputy County Administrator Jesse Smith, Procurement Director Stephanie Brown, and Social Media Coordinator Katie Cominsky. You can watch the full video here or check out the 2024 highlight video here.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Dr. Joe Casey, County Administrator Jesse Smith, Deputy County Administrator Stephanie Brown, Procurement Director Katie Cominsky, Social Media Coordinator   Recorded on location by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 102: Trimmer's Experience a Boon for Fire and EMS

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 20:49


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to veteran firefighter Bobby Trimmer about the many ways he helps Chesterfield Fire and EMS stay ahead of certain needs and discuss why his experience over the decades has been so helpful for the organization.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Bobby Trimmer, veteran Chesterfield firefighter   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.  

    Episode 101: How to Get Involved During the 2024 Holidays

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 14:54


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome the 2024 Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Christmas Mother Cheri Searles to the program to talk not only about her background and how she was chosen for such an important role but also the Christmas Mother program, what it does, and how you can help them spread joy this year.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Cheris Searles, 2024 Chesterfield Colonial Heights Christmas Mother   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 100: Celebrating the First 100 Episodes of Behind the Mic

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 35:12


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome Constituent and Media Services Assistant Director Teresa Bonifas back on the program to talk about the show's 100th episode, the journey to get here, and what the future might hold for the podcast over the next 100 episodes.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Teresa Bonifas, Assistant Director   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 99: Chesterfield HSFB Playoff Preview (2024)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 22:36


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we take a look at the way the regular season ended for Chesterfield's teams and preview the upcoming playoff matchups ahead for five schools across the county.    Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jim McConnell, Creative Content Writer   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 98: The Role of Internal Audit in Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 17:06


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome Internal Audit Director Khara Durden to talk about her department, what it does for the county, how it helps to improve processes throughout the organization, and why International Fraud Week is something it draws attention to each fall.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Khara Durden, Director of Internal Audit   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 97: Chesterfield Earns Coveted GFOA Triple Crown

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 23:09


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome Accounting Director Consuela Wilson and Budget and Management Director Gerard Durkin to the show to talk about their respective departments, financial transparency, and how the work they do fits together in earning the county the coveted Triple Crown Award from the GFOA.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Consuela Wilson, Accounting Director Gerard Durking, Budget and Management Director   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 96: Chesterfield HSFB Mid-Season Recap 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 30:22


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we do our annual drop in on the ongoing high school football season and see where things stand for the area's teams at the midway point.    Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jim McConnell, Creative Content Writer   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 95: Getting Ready For the 2024 General Election in Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 14:08


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to General Registrar Missy Vera about the upcoming election next month. We discuss the important dates and information voters need to know as they head to the polls or get set to vote early ahead of Nov. 5.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Missy Vera, General Registrar and Director of Elections   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 94: Gearing Up for Community Cup 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 16:01


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Dalila Medrano, Multicultural Community Engagement Coordinator, about the events Community Engagement and Resources offers to reach various parts of the community, including the 4th Annual Community Cup, which will take place on Saturday, Oct. 5 at River City Sportsplex.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Dalila Medrano, Multicultural Community Engagement Coordinator   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 93: Mental Health Emergency Response in Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 25:51


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we look to raise awareness this September about Suicide Prevention and the benefits of the 9-8-8 lifeline, specifically by focusing on how a new partnership between Chesterfield Mental Health and CCPD has changed the way mental health emergencies are responded to in the county.    Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Kristen Strickler, Crisis Clinician with MHSS Cpl. John Sawyer, Chesterfield County Police Department   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 92: Chesterfield County High School Football Preview 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 37:47


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we get you ready for another high school football season around the county by touching base on all 10 schools and discuss the different storylines that are facing the various teams this fall.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jim McConnell, Creative Content Writer   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.  

    Episode 91: Chester Teen's ‘Unfrosted' Experience on Netflix

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 20:51


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to local actor Bailey Sheetz about his recent big break with the Netflix comedy “Unfrosted” and how the Chester native found his way to a movie set in California with the likes of Jerry Seinfeld and Melissa McCarthy as well as why the acting bug has him so sure about his future.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Bailey Sheetz, local actor   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 90: Interns Go Behind the Mic

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 22:00


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, our summer interns Kate Stanko and Emily Waters play both the role of interviewer and guest as they discuss their experiences this year, what brought them to Chesterfield, what life is like beyond the internship, and much more.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Kate Stanko, Constituent Services Intern Emily Waters, Communications and Media Intern   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 89: Procurement's Success Story in Chesterfield County

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 17:27


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to director Stephanie Brown about the procurement department, the work it does, the successes the group has seen, and the many ways it plays an integral role in helping Chesterfield lead the way for peers in the region and around the nation.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Stephanie Brown, Director of Procurement   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 88: Chesterfield's new Latino Farmers Market

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 19:16


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to America DeLoach about the inaugural Latino Farmers Market at Rockwood Park, how it came to be, and why it's become such a hit in such a small amount of time.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: America DeLoach, Salsas Don Sebastian   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 87: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Ingle (Bermuda District)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 25:22


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jim Ingle of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to discuss his point of view on the new term, his thoughts on various topics in the county in 2024 and beyond, and get several important updates from the Bermuda District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jim Ingle, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Bermuda District)   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 86: The New and Improved Chesterfield.gov

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 22:42


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to eGov Services Senior Engineer Chris Coleman about the launch of the county's new and improved website at Chesterfield.gov. We get into the reasons for the new site, what has changed, and why that's so important for the residents of the county.    Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Chris Coleman, Information Systems and Technology (IST) eGovernment Services senior engineer   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 85: How Chesterfield Got Its First Ice Cream

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 18:59


    Episode 85: How Chesterfield Got Its First Ice Cream   On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Suzy and Tom Rosser of Gelati Celesti to find out not only all about the ice cream company but also about the process for Chesterfield to get its own signature flavor ahead of this weekend's 275th anniversary celebration!     Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Suzy and Tom Rosser, Co-Presidents of Gelati Celesti   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 84: Checking In With Supervisor Kevin Carroll (Matoaca District)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 23:28


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Kevin Carroll of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to discuss his point of view on the new term, his thoughts on some of the big items facing the county in 2024 and beyond, and his updates on several things of note in the Matoaca District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Kevin Carroll, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Matoaca District)   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 83: The Launch of Experience Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 14:54


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Liz Hart of the county's Sports, Visitation, and Entertainment Department to learn more about not only the group's mission but also the launch of its new website, ExperienceChesterfield.com, and what it seeks to do in the county.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Liz Hart, Chesterfield County Sports, Visitation, and Entertainment   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 82: Celebrating Chesterfield's 275th Anniversary

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 14:09


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Bryan Truzzie of Parks and Recreation to discuss Chesterfield's upcoming 275th anniversary celebration! We get into the history of the county, how the charter came to be, what's planned for the big occasion, and much more. Get the most up-to-date information by visiting our 275th Anniversary webpage!    Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Bryan Truzzie, Historic Sites Supervisor with Chesterfield Parks and Recreation   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 81: Checking In With Supervisor Jessica Schneider (Clover Hill District)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 21:38


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jessica Schneider of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about the adjustments of the last few months since she was sworn in, her thoughts on some of the big items facing the county in 2024, and her updates on several things of note in the Clover Hill District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jessica Schneider, Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Clover Hill District)   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 80: Housing and Community Enhancement in Chesterfield County

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 28:16


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, Nick Feucht of the Department of Community Enhancement joins the show to talk about housing in the county, his role in the department, how housing fits into the larger picture for economic development efforts, and much more.     Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Nick Feucht, Real Estate and Housing Coordinator with the Department of Community Enhancement   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 79: Why Securing and Disposing of Medications Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 13:39


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, Allyson Butler of Prevention Services joins the show to talk about the “Accidental Drug Dealer” campaign that Chesterfield County's Mental Health Support Services is holding this spring. She talks through the importance of securing and/or disposing of unused medications, the resources that are out there for Chesterfield residents, and much more.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Allyson Butler, Prevention Services of Chesterfield Mental Health Support Services   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 78: Breaking Down the Proposed FY2025 County Budget

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 23:58


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, Deputy County Administrator Matt Harris and Budget Director Gerard Durkin go in depth on the proposed FY2025 county budget, what is included, the methods by which Chesterfield made the decisions in this proposal that it did, and much more.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guests: Matt Harris, Chairman, Deputy County Administrator for Finance and Administration Gerard Durkin, Director of Budget and Management   Recorded in-house by Communications and Media   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 77: Checking In With Supervisor Dr. Mark Miller (Midlothian District)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2024 19:07


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Dr. Mark Miller of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about his first tenure as vice chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2024, and a number of updates on projects in the Midlothian District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Dr. Mark Miller, Vice Chair of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Midlothian District)   Recorded on location by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 76: GRTC's LINK Microtransit Plans in Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2024 21:13


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Henry Bendon from GRTC about the organization's newest microtransit program along Hull Street Road, how it works, and what the possibilities could mean for the county if the new Clover Dale Zone takes off.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Henry Bendon, GRTC   Recorded on-site by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 75: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Holland (Dale District)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2024 19:20


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jim Holland of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about his third tenure as chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2024, and a number of updates on projects in the Dale District.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jim Holland, Chair of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors (Dale District)   Recorded on-site by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 74: How Communities in Schools Serves Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2024 24:11


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome Executive Director Ashley Hall to discuss Communities in Schools, what the organization does to help students, how the program is structured locally, the events they have planned for 2024, and much more.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Ashley Hall, Executive Director of Communities in School of Chesterfield   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 73: Focusing on African American History in Chesterfield County

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 31, 2024 36:41


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Ernestine Wilson of the African American History Committee of the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia about Black History Month 2024, her experience growing up in Chesterfield, the way the county has changed over the years, the spirit of community that she's always appreciated so much, and the events she's looking forward to this year.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Ernestine Wilson, African American History Committee of the Chesterfield Historical Society   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 72: What the JLARC Study Says About School Funding in Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2024 27:27


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Mark Gribbin of the Joint Legislative Audit and Review Commission (JLARC) about the work his team did to examine Virginia's funding model for public education. He discusses what they found, why the formula needs adjustments, and how the study came to its conclusions about significant underfunding of schools in the Commonwealth and in Chesterfield County.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Mark Gribbin, Chief Legislative Analyst for JLARC   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 71: Ways to Stay Warm and Save Money This Winter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2024 23:46


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Craig Carper of Dominion Energy about how to stay warm and still save a little money this winter. We work through how to start cutting down on your heating and energy costs as well as ways the company will work with customers to lower their bills.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Craig Carper, Dominion Energy   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 70: Understanding How Real Estate Assessments Work

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2024 21:53


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Director of Real Estate Assessments Melvin Bloomfield about the process the county uses to assess properties, how it works, what the data for 2024 has shown, and much more.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Melvin Bloomfield, Director of Real Estate Assessments   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 69: Standout Stories From 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2024 25:24


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jim McConnell of Communications and Media about the year that was 2023 in Chesterfield County, looking at some of the stories that stood out to us most throughout the year on both the podcast and the Chesterfield On Point blog.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Jim McConnell, Creative Content Writer   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 68: State of the County 2023 with Dr. Joe Casey

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2023 23:22


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey about the recent State of the County presentation, what stands out about the ways to Live, Learn, Work, and Play in Chesterfield, and what he's looking forward to in the weeks and months ahead for 2024. You can watch the address in its entirety on our YouTube channel as well as on our website at https://www.chesterfield.gov/stateofthecounty.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Dr. Joe Casey, County Administrator   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

    Episode 67: The Impact of the CVTA in Chesterfield

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 13, 2023 23:27


    On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Executive Director Chet Parsons about the Central Virginia Transportation Authority, or CVTA, to discuss not only its role in the region but also the ways in which it is helping to deliver real results for road projects in Chesterfield County.   Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O'Neal and Katie Cominsky   Music: Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl   Guest: Chet Parson, Executive Director of the CVTA   Recorded in-house by Constituent and Media Services   Chesterfield.gov/podcast     Follow us on social media! On Facebook, like our page: Chesterfield Behind the Mic. On Twitter, you can find us at @ChesterfieldVa and on Instagram it's @ChesterfieldVirginia. And you can also watch the podcast on WCCT TV Thursday through Sunday at 7 p.m. as well as on weekends at noon on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28.

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