Chesterfield Behind the Mic

Latest Episodes:

Episode 166: The Importance of Cybersecurity in Chesterfield Nov 04, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome Lead Security Administrator Benjamin Goo from the county's Information Systems Technology (IST) department to talk about cybersecurity, why it's such an important topic for the organization, and the things people should consider when it comes to online safety.

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: Joanna Heims and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guest:

Benjamin Goo, Lead Security Administrator for IST

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

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Episode 165: Understanding the Stegmaier Public Service Fellowship Oct 21, 2026

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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome Brielle Lacroix to talk about her time as the Stegmaier Fellow and what not only led her to apply for the role but also the experiences she's had throughout the course of her time 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: Joanna Heims and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guest:

Brielle Lacroix, Stegmaier Public Service Fellow

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 164: Chesterfield HSFB Mid-Season Recap (2026) Oct 07, 2026

Show notes

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 in the season and then take a look at what's ahead the rest of the way.

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: Joanna Heims and Michael Senter

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

Episode 163: Getting to Know Dr. Kevin Catlin Sep 30, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, Dr. Kevin Catlin makes his first appearance on the show almost a month to the day of starting as county administrator. We talk about his background, what it was that led him to choose Chesterfield, and what his early impressions have been about the community he's joined.

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: Joanna Heims and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guest:

Dr. Kevin Catlin, Chesterfield County Administrator

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 162: Walking Through the 1 For Schools Projects Sep 16, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Dr. Reid Wodicka from Chesterfield County Public Schools to walk through the projects and capital renovations outlined as part of the '1 For Schools' referendum.

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: Joanna Heims and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guest:

Dr. Reid Wodicka, Chesterfield County Public Schools

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 161: Chesterfield Again Shows Well in Digital Counties Survey Sep 09, 2026

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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome Chris Coleman back to the show to discuss Chesterfield's recent recognition for the county's exemplary performance in the Digital Counties Survey. We break down what that is, how it works, and how the county—which finished No. 2 among U.S. counties with populations between 250,000 and 499,999—sees the role of technology in serving residents.

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: Joanna Heims and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guest:

Chris Coleman, eGovernment Manager

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 160: Understanding the Upcoming 1 For Schools Referendum Sep 02, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we break down the 1 For Schools sales tax referendum by talking to Deputy County Administrator Matt Harris and CCPS Superintendent Dr. John Murray to discuss the way it works, the reasoning behind it, what it means for the school system, 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: Joanna Heims and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guests:

Matt Harris, Deputy County Administrator for Finance and Administration

Dr. John Murray, Superintendent of Chesterfield County Public Schools

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 159: Chesterfield County High School Football Preview 2026 Aug 19, 2026

Show notes

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: Joanna Heims and Michael Senter

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

Episode 158: Genealogy Expert Hayes Explains Passion for Connection Aug 05, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, General Services Assistant Director Samuel Hayes III details how his love for genealogy started almost 50 years ago, the lessons he's learned throughout that journey, and what drives him to continue looking for more connections.

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: Joanna Heims, and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guest:

Samuel Hayes III, General Services Assistant Director and Genealogy Expert

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 157: Interns Go Behind the Mic (2026) Jul 29, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, our summer intern Julianna Howe plays both the role of guest and interviewer as she brings on fellow intern Mark Perkins to 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: Joanna Heims, and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guest: