Chesterfield Behind the Mic

Latest Episodes:

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

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

Show notes

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:

Julianna Howe, Constituent and Media Services Intern

Mark Perkins, Information Systems Technology Intern

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 156: Chesterfield Parks and Recreation Keeps Offering More Jul 22, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Marlie Smith of Parks and Recreation to discuss not only the various updates to locations and programming but also the kinds of things to keep in mind that the department would like to offer as well as why partnerships in the community are so important.

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:

Marlie Smith, Assistant Director of Parks and Recreation

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 155: How Chesterfield's ECC Works to Save Lives Jul 08, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Mary Bowman of the county's Emergency Communications Center (ECC) about not only how she came into that line of work but also the myriad ways staff in that department work 24/7 to ensure that first responders get the information necessary to save lives.

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:

Mary Bowman, Chief of Emergency Communications

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 154: Dr. Casey Closes Out His 10-Year Chesterfield Tenure Jun 24, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Dr. Joe Casey just days before his pending retirement as county administrator on July 1. We look back at his decade in the county and discuss some of the most pivotal moments and what he's learned not only about the job but about himself in the last decade.

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. Joe Casey, County Administrator

Recorded in-house by Communications and Media

Chesterfield.gov/podcast

Episode 153: Checking In with Supervisor Dr. LeQuan Hylton (Dale District) Jun 17, 2026

Show notes

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Dr. LeQuan Hylton of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to discuss some of the big items facing the county in 2026 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: Joanna Heims, and Michael Senter

Music:

Hip Hop This by Seven Pounds

Inspiring Electronic Rock by Alex Grohl

Guest: