Chesterfield Behind the Mic

Latest Episodes:

Episode 102: Trimmer's Experience a Boon for Fire and EMS Dec 11, 2024

Show notes

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

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Episode 101: How to Get Involved During the 2024 Holidays Nov 27, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 100: Celebrating the First 100 Episodes of Behind the Mic Nov 20, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 99: Chesterfield HSFB Playoff Preview (2024) Nov 13, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 98: The Role of Internal Audit in Chesterfield Nov 06, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 97: Chesterfield Earns Coveted GFOA Triple Crown Oct 30, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 96: Chesterfield HSFB Mid-Season Recap 2024 Oct 16, 2024

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.

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

Episode 95: Getting Ready For the 2024 General Election in Chesterfield Oct 02, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 94: Gearing Up for Community Cup 2024 Sep 18, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 93: Mental Health Emergency Response in Chesterfield Sep 04, 2024

Show notes

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: