Chesterfield Behind the Mic

Latest Episodes:

Episode 82: Celebrating Chesterfield's 275th Anniversary Apr 24, 2024

Show notes

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

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Episode 81: Checking In With Supervisor Jessica Schneider (Clover Hill District) Apr 10, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 80: Housing and Community Enhancement in Chesterfield County Apr 03, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 79: Why Securing and Disposing of Medications Matters Mar 27, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 78: Breaking Down the Proposed FY2025 County Budget Mar 20, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 77: Checking In With Supervisor Dr. Mark Miller (Midlothian District) Mar 13, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 76: GRTC's LINK Microtransit Plans in Chesterfield Feb 28, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 75: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Holland (Dale District) Feb 14, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 74: How Communities in Schools Serves Chesterfield Feb 07, 2024

Show notes

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

Episode 73: Focusing on African American History in Chesterfield County Jan 31, 2024

Show notes

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

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