Chesterfield Behind the Mic
87 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsA podcast focused on the people, stories, and happenings of Chesterfield County, Virginia.
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Episode 82: Celebrating Chesterfield’s 275th Anniversary
April 24, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes - 19.4 MBOn 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 D...
Episode 81: Checking In With Supervisor Jessica Schneider (Clover Hill District)
April 10, 2024 09:00 - 21 minutes - 29.7 MBOn 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/Edi...
Episode 80: Housing and Community Enhancement in Chesterfield County
April 03, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBOn 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 an...
Episode 79: Why Securing and Disposing of Medications Matters
March 27, 2024 09:00 - 13 minutes - 18.7 MBOn 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/...
Episode 78: Breaking Down the Proposed FY2025 County Budget
March 20, 2024 09:00 - 23 minutes - 32.9 MBOn 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: Marti...
Episode 77: Checking In With Supervisor Dr. Mark Miller (Midlothian District)
March 13, 2024 09:00 - 19 minutes - 35 MBOn 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 Stit...
Episode 76: GRTC’s LINK Microtransit Plans in Chesterfield
February 28, 2024 10:00 - 21 minutes - 38.8 MBOn 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 ...
Episode 75: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Holland (Dale District)
February 14, 2024 10:00 - 19 minutes - 35.4 MBOn 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 Graph...
Episode 74: How Communities in Schools Serves Chesterfield
February 07, 2024 10:00 - 24 minutes - 44.3 MBOn 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:...
Episode 73: Focusing on African American History in Chesterfield County
January 31, 2024 10:00 - 36 minutes - 67.2 MBOn 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 Produc...
Episode 72: What the JLARC Study Says About School Funding in Chesterfield
January 24, 2024 10:00 - 27 minutes - 50.3 MBOn 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 Bonif...
Episode 71: Ways to Stay Warm and Save Money This Winter
January 17, 2024 10:00 - 23 minutes - 43.5 MBOn 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 Opera...
Episode 70: Understanding How Real Estate Assessments Work
January 10, 2024 10:00 - 21 minutes - 40.1 MBOn 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 ...
Episode 69: Standout Stories From 2023
January 03, 2024 10:00 - 25 minutes - 46.5 MBOn 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 an...
Episode 68: State of the County 2023 with Dr. Joe Casey
December 20, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 42.8 MBOn 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 ...
Episode 67: The Impact of the CVTA in Chesterfield
December 13, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 42.9 MBOn 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:...
Episode 66: How to Stay Safe This Holiday Season
November 29, 2023 10:00 - 23 minutes - 42.9 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Chief Loy Senter of Chesterfield Fire and EMS and Lt. Col. Brad Badgerow of the Chesterfield County Police Department about how you can keep your family safe this holiday season. We’ll cover ways to ensure your kitchen, lights, and home are not at risk of fires and best practices for protecting yourself and your valuables while out shopping this year. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Boni...
Episode 65: How to Get Involved During the 2023 Holidays
November 15, 2023 10:00 - 14 minutes - 26.9 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we share some information on how to help provide Thanksgiving meals for those who need them this year before we talk to the 2023 Chesterfield Colonial Heights Christmas Mother Kathy Fox about her background with the organization, how she came to be chosen this year, and what people need to know about how to make Christmas brighter for families and children in need. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonif...
Episode 64: Chesterfield HSFB Postseason Preview
November 08, 2023 10:00 - 21 minutes - 39.6 MBOn 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 a...
Episode 63: Catching up with Chesterfield’s Own Carrie Brockwell
November 01, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 44.2 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome Chesterfield recording artist Carrie Brockwell back to the show to get an update on how the last year has gone in her career, what’s it like to transition back to being a high school student while also playing gigs, and where she sees things heading in the coming months. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce...
Episode 62: Chesterfield’s Tameka Stephens Talks Wheel of Fortune Experience
October 25, 2023 09:00 - 32 minutes - 59.2 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Chesterfield’s own Tameka Stephens about her exciting journey to not only try to be a contestant on Wheel of Fortune but how she got there, what it was like to play and win, and how it's made such an impression on her life. 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 Ma...
Episode 61: Domestic Violence Awareness Month 2023
October 18, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Lindsay Cassada, Coordinator of Chesterfield County’s Domestic and Sexual Violence Resource Center, to talk about domestic violence, the support resources available locally, and what people should know this October to raise more awareness around the issue. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Cam...
Episode 60: Chesterfield HSFB Mid-Season Recap
October 04, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 37.8 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we drop in on the ongoing high school football season around the county and see where things stand for the area’s 10 teams midway through the 2023 fall campaign. 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...
Episode 59: Gearing Up for Community Cup 2023
September 20, 2023 09:00 - 16 minutes - 29.8 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Dalila Medrano, Multicultural Community Engagement Coordinator, about the ways in which the county reaches out to multicultural parts of the community, the kinds of resources that are available, and the types of events Community Engagement and Resources offers. That list includes the Community Cup, which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 30 at River City Sportsplex. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer:...
Episode 58: Preparing for Emergencies This Fall and Winter
September 13, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jess Robison about emergency preparedness, why now is the time to think through not just your hurricane preparedness plans but also your upcoming winter preparedness plans too, and what kind of resources the county offers to help you get you, your home, and your family ready for what may come. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photogr...
Episode 57: Mental Health Is Ageless
September 06, 2023 09:00 - 11 minutes - 21.7 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Melissa Ackley and Alexa van Aartrijk about National Suicide Prevention Month, the alarming trend of suicide in older adults, why connection and activity are so beneficial, 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 ...
Episode 56: Catch the Fun at the Chesterfield County Fair
August 23, 2023 09:00 - 17 minutes - 32.4 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to General Manager Brenda White Vaughn of the Chesterfield County Fair about this year’s 112th installment of the annual community event to discuss the new attractions, the scope of the event, and the information you and your family need to know going in. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera ...
Episode 55: Chesterfield County High School Football Preview 2023
August 16, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 41.9 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we get you ready for the high school football season around the county by touching base on all 10 schools and discuss the different storylines that are facing all of the 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 a...
Episode 54: Chesterfield Wins International Hermes Creative Awards
August 09, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 63 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to several employees from the county’s Constituent and Media Services Department about their respective wins in the recent Hermes Creative Awards, an international communications competition that is among the oldest and largest in the world. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Mart...
Episode 53: Ways to Stay Cool and Save Money This Summer
July 19, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 57.9 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Dominion Energy’s Craig Carper about ways to beat the heat this summer and both stay cool while also saving a little on your utility bills. In addition, we’ll talk about Chesterfield’s recent solar announcement, the rise of wind energy in Virginia, and how you can prepare your family for hurricane season. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Directo...
Episode 52: The Way Forward For Tourism and Visitation in Chesterfield
July 12, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 40.5 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to J.C. Poma about sports tourism and visitation in the county, it’s impact for the local economy, what that all looks like now and what steps he sees Chesterfield taking in the upcoming months and years ahead in order to bring even more people to the area. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camer...
Episode 51: The Perkinson Center is a Gem For Chesterfield
June 28, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 38.6 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Executive Director Chelsea Buyalos about the Perkinson Center for the Arts and Education, one of Chesterfield’s best cultural resources. We get into how The Perk came to be, the partnerships and connections that make it possible, and all of the different experiences that are offered there including music, art, comedy, theater, and so much more. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Produ...
Episode 50: Chesterfield’s Unique Connection to Juneteenth
June 14, 2023 09:00 - 29 minutes - 53.8 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to historian John Pagano of Henricus Historical Park to hear the story of Juneteenth told from a Chesterfield point of view, as Union soldiers who were stationed locally were part of the forces in Galveston on June 19, 1865 as word finally arrived about the abolition of slavery. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt ...
Episode 49: Checking In With Supervisor Dr. Mark Miller (Midlothian District)
May 31, 2023 09:00 - 21 minutes - 40.1 MBOn 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 background with mental health support, his view of the economic development announcements in the last year, how he sees the role the county plays in supporting schools, and the latest updates on a slew of projects and topics within the Midlothian District. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writ...
Episode 48: Diving Deep Into What the Chesterfield Public Library Has to Offer
May 17, 2023 09:00 - 24 minutes - 44.8 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Carolyn Sears of the Chesterfield County Public Library to look at ways libraries have changed in recent years, the vast programming the CCPL offers, the ways the community has embraced and relied on the library facilities, 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: Mart...
Episode 47: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Holland (Dale District)
May 10, 2023 09:00 - 19 minutes - 35.7 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jim Holland of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about a variety of topics including the economic development announcements that have come in over the last year, the passage of the next budget, and a multitude of updates on various projects in the works in the Dale District. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photogr...
Episode 46: Celebrating Older Americans Month in Chesterfield
May 03, 2023 09:00 - 20 minutes - 38.2 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Alexa van Aartrijk, manager of Aging and Disability Services, about the ways the county will be celebrating Older Americans Month in May, what kind of events are being held, and what you need to know about ways to support senior members of your family. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera ...
Episode 45: Explaining Different Payment Options in Chesterfield County
April 26, 2023 09:00 - 18 minutes - 33.9 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Chesterfield County Treasurer Rebecca Longnaker to discuss the role of her office and detail the number of different ways that residents can pay their property taxes, which are due June 5. For more information, visit chesterfield.gov/727/treasurer. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Oper...
Episode 44: Checking In With Supervisor Chris Winslow (Clover Hill District)
April 12, 2023 09:00 - 26 minutes - 47.6 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Chris Winslow of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about a variety of topics including the major economic development projects in the pipeline, the way the county has worked with schools, the success of public safety, the continued focus on improving transportation, and what things are on the horizon for Chesterfield and the Clover Hill District. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: T...
Episode 43: Learning More About Fleet Services in Chesterfield
April 05, 2023 10:00 - 24 minutes - 44.8 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Craig Willingham of Fleet Services to learn more about the division, the scope of its mission, the way it impacts the overall organization, and how the new 34,000-square foot facility it just cut the ribbon on recently will improve things for the entire group. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer...
Episode 42: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Ingle (Bermuda District)
March 22, 2023 10:00 - 35 minutes - 65.5 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jim Ingle, vice-chair of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, to get his thoughts on some of the latest news in the county and in the Bermuda area including economic development announcements like LEGO and Plenty, progress on the Route 10 superstreet, and changes to the recycling options in the county. RCUT video link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1SA1mAXmfk Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Pro...
Episode 41: Breaking Down the Proposed FY2024 County Budget
March 15, 2023 10:00 - 26 minutes - 35.9 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, Deputy County Administrator Matt Harris and Budget Director Gerard Durkin go in depth on the proposed FY2024 county budget, what is included, how the county was able to do so much while also providing comprehensive tax relief, 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...
Episode 40: Budget 101
March 01, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Deputy County Administrator Matt Harris and Budget Director Gerard Durkin to help break down what is involved in putting together the county's budget, how long the process takes, what are some of the misnomers of that process, 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: M...
Episode 39: Checking In With Supervisor Kevin Carroll (Matoaca District)
February 22, 2023 11:00 - 25 minutes - 46.5 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Kevin Carroll, chairman of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors, to get his thoughts on some of the latest news in the county, in the Matoaca area, and on the Central Virginia Transportation Authority (CVTA), which he also chairs. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Mart...
Episode 38: How Chesterfield Played a Role in the Moon Landing
February 08, 2023 11:00 - 38 minutes - 69.8 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to James Jackson, a 1961 graduate of GW Carver High School and recent Bravo! Award winner, about growing up in Chesterfield, what it was like to spend more that four decades working at NASA, and how it feels to have helped the Apollo missions put men on the moon. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer...
Episode 37: Previewing Black History Month in Chesterfield
January 25, 2023 11:00 - 21 minutes - 38.8 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Kim Conley of Citizen Information and Resources to talk about the way the county plans to celebrate Black History Month this year and what events are coming up for residents to attend throughout February. 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 Graphic...
Episode 36: The Impact of Lifelong Learning in Chesterfield
January 11, 2023 11:00 - 23 minutes - 43 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Rachel Ramirez, executive director of the Lifelong Learning Institute in Chesterfield, about the mission and work of the non-profit, the way it serves residents, and why it’s so important for us to continue to find ways to learn. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith ...
Episode 35: State of the County 2022 with Dr. Joe Casey
December 28, 2022 11:00 - 25 minutes - 47.3 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey to hear more about his State of the County address, what stood out to him about the year that was in 2022, and what he’s looking forward to in 2023 and beyond for Chesterfield. You can watch the address in its entirety on our YouTube channel or our website at chesterfield.gov/StateOfTheCounty. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host:...
Episode 34: A Banner Year for Economic Development in Chesterfield
December 14, 2022 11:00 - 29 minutes - 53.5 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Garrett Hart, the director of economic development, about what was a massive year for Chesterfield with big announcements and lots more likely coming our way in 2023 and beyond. 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...
Episode 33: Explaining Chesterfield’s Recycling Changes
November 30, 2022 11:00 - 16 minutes - 30.4 MBOn the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to John Neal, Director of General Services for Chesterfield, about upcoming changes to the way the county does recycling, how they came about, what was behind choosing the way forward, and what it all means for 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 Ne...