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Chesterfield Behind the Mic

Chesterfield County

A podcast focused on the people, stories, and happenings of Chesterfield County, Virginia.

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Episode 115: Reigniting Hope Seeks to Reduce Stigma...

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2025/04/23

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jennifer Patterson of Human Services to talk about her role as the opioid abatement authority (OAA) administrator for the county and how a new campaign called Reigniting Hope seeks to reach those battling substance use and offer potential solutions on a path forward. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce

33:18

Episode 114: Local First Responders Recount...

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2025/04/16

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Capt. Graham Lathrop and Lt. Justin Bennett from Chesterfield Fire and EMS about their experiences with VAHART taking part in rescue missions in southwest Virginia following Hurricane Helene. 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

21:30

Episode 113: C-Fit Community and the 2025 Earth Day...

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2025/04/09

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Lynne Wingfield about C-Fit Community to discuss not only the group’s mission and how she came to be involved but also to preview this weekend’s third-annual Earth Day Festival at the Fairgrounds, which runs from noon to 4 p.m. 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

19:41

Episode 112: Checking In With Supervisor Jessica...

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2025/04/02

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jessica Schneider of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about her first year on the board, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects 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

17:43

Episode 111: Breaking Down the Proposed FY2026 County...

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2025/03/19

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 FY2026 county budget, what is included, the methods by which Chesterfield made the decision to propose changes to the tax rate, 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

27:14

Episode 110: History Happened Here in Chesterfield

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2025/03/12

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we focus on the county’s “History Happened Here” campaign, first talking with SV&E director J.C. Poma about its origin and then with local history aficionados John Pagano and Bryan Truzzie of Henricus and Parks and Recreation, respectively, about the kinds of notable things that happened in Chesterfield. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of

21:54

Episode 109: Checking In With Supervisor Dr. Mark...

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2025/03/05

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 tenure as vice chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, 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:

27:17

Episode 108: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Ingle...

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2025/02/26

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jim Ingle of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about his first tenure as chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, and a number of updates on projects in the Bermuda 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

19:36

Episode 107: How Chesterfield Supports Its Workforce

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2025/02/12

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Mary Martin Selby, director of human resources, about not only how she chose her career path but also how HR supports the organization’s workforce, the way things have changed over the years, and what makes for a good employer. 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

21:01

Episode 106: The Process of Holding Government Meetings

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2025/01/29

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Susan Wilson, clerk to the Board of Supervisors, about all the meeting process, public participation, the best ways to access information before and after meetings, and the other ways citizens can connect with their local elected representatives. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin

18:04

Episode 105: Looking Ahead with Chesterfield’s New...

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2025/01/15

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Col. Frank Carpenter about being tabbed as Chesterfield’s new police chief late last year and what the first weeks on the job have been like, what his goals are for the department going forward, how rewarding he feels the work to be, 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

25:56

Episode 104: Standout Stories From 2024

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2025/01/01

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to veteran Content Writer Jim McConnell about the year that was 2024 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 and Matt Neese

46:01

Episode 103: Chesterfield State of the County 2024...

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2024/12/18

On a special episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, check out the live recording of the State of the County 2024 presentation, which was delivered via a live podcast recording at the Chesterfield Chamber meeting on Wednesday, Dec. 11. It included a panel that consisted of County Administrator Dr. Joe Casey, Deputy County Administrator Jesse Smith, Procurement Director Stephanie Brown, and Social Media Coordinator Katie Cominsky. You can watch the full video here or check out the 2024 highlight

20:49

Episode 102: Trimmer’s Experience a Boon for Fire and...

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2024/12/11

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

14:54

Episode 101: How to Get Involved During the 2024...

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2024/11/27

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

35:12

Episode 100: Celebrating the First 100 Episodes of...

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2024/11/20

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

22:36

Episode 99: Chesterfield HSFB Playoff Preview (2024)

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2024/11/13

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

17:06

Episode 98: The Role of Internal Audit in Chesterfield

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2024/11/06

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

23:09

Episode 97: Chesterfield Earns Coveted GFOA Triple Crown

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2024/10/30

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

30:22

Episode 96: Chesterfield HSFB Mid-Season Recap 2024

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2024/10/16

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

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