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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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23:55

Episode 146: Melissa Chase Comes Back Home

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2026/04/08

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to local media personality Melissa Chase, a Midlothian native who is now back home after a career that's taken her to the height of RVA radio then to Houston and back again for a new lifestyle TV show on WRIC. 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

24:23

Episode 145: Checking In with Supervisor Kevin...

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2026/04/01

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Kevin Carroll of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about being elected vice chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2026, and a number of updates on projects in the Matoaca 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:

24:14

Episode 144: Breaking Down the Proposed FY27 County...

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2026/03/18

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 FY27 county budget, what is included, the methods by which Chesterfield went about balancing the county's need with the realities facing taxpayers, 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:

19:39

Episode 143: Early Goes from James River to the Pros

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2026/03/11

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Chesterfield native Connelly Early, a former James River High School standout who played college ball at Army and UVa before being drafted by the Boston Red Sox in 2023. He took a break from spring training in Fort Myers, Florida recently to talk about the path he travelled from local fields to "the show," what's been on his mind as he gets ready for a big season ahead, and how thankful he is for the journey he's on. Credits:

34:41

Episode 142: Making Wheel of Fortune a Family Tradition

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2026/03/04

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Chesterfield resident Juwan Washington about being on Wheel of Fortune recently, which was especially fun for him given that his mother, Tameka Stephens, also got to spin the wheel and play the classic game. 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

23:19

Episode 141: Launching Chesterfield's New Scholar...

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2026/02/18

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome J.C. Poma with Sports, Visitation, and Entertainment as well as partners John Phillips with CCPS and Lane Casadonte with CBS6 to talk about the Play Chesterfield Scholar Athlete of the Year Award, adding it to this year's Sports Hall of Fame festivities, and how the program goes about recognizing outstanding scholar athletes in the county. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host:

28:27

Episode 140: Checking In with Supervisor Dr. Mark...

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2026/02/11

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 chair, some of the big items facing the county in 2026, 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

28:25

Episode 139: SwimRVA Seeks to Make Water Safety...

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2026/02/04

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Adam Kennedy of SwimRVA about the group's mission, vision, impact in the community here in Chesterfield, and all of the varied ways water safety matters to the lives of so many. 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:

22:27

Episode 138: Talking with New CPL Director Carolyn...

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2026/01/21

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Carolyn Jensen about recently being named the new director of Chesterfield Public Library, what that means to her, how she sees the future of the library, the myriad ways libraries do much more than just offer books to check out, 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

17:46

Episode 137: Understanding the Dangers of Human...

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2026/01/14

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to a local detective who investigates human trafficking, what CCPD is doing to try to stop these crimes and save people's lives, and what you need to know to protect yourselves and others. 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

32:20

Episode 136: Standout Stories From 2025

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2025/12/31

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to veteran Creative Content Writer Jim McConnell about the year that was 2025, 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 Graphics: Debbie

01:09:42

Episode 135: State of the County 2025

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2025/12/11

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we share a special broadcast of this year's State of the County presentation. Moderated by Human Resources Director Mary Martin Selby, the panel discussion focuses on the work of the organization and the way various departments are looking for innovative ways to serve residents. Click here to view the splash video. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of

19:42

Episode 134: How to Get Involved During the 2025...

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2025/11/26

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we welcome the 2025 Chesterfield-Colonial Heights Christmas Mother Carol Ricker 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

21:02

Episode 133: Chesterfield HSFB Playoff Preview (2025)

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2025/11/19

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 playoff matchups ahead for several 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, Joanna Heims, and

19:15

Episode 132: The Importance of Fraud Week in...

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2025/11/05

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Internal Audit Director Khara Durden about the upcoming International Fraud Week and what all goes into that each year as the county looks to focus on fraud, waste, and abuse across the organization and schools. 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

23:55

Episode 131: Recovery Court Provides Pathways

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2025/10/22

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Rondell Davis about her journey the last few years as she made her way out of active addiction in large part thanks to Recovery Court. She also discusses how her experiences provided her not only a pathway forward but also helped her land as a Peer Recovery Specialist, which continues to bring her immense joy. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of

19:46

Episode 130: Chesterfield HSFB Mid-Season Recap (2025)

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2025/10/08

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 Music: Hip Hop This by Seven

29:45

Episode 129: Court Navigator Program Wins VACo Award

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2025/10/01

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Deborah Dugger and Joeleathia Wilson about CARP’s Court Navigator program, which recently took home the prestigious Best Large County Achievement Award from the Virginia Association of Counties (VACo). We discuss the program, what drove its design, the way it fits into the overall mission of CARP, and much more. Credits: Director: Martin Stith Executive Producer: Teresa Bonifas Producer/Writer/Host: Brad Franklin Director of

34:55

Episode 128: A Lifetime of Lessons with Chesterfield...

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2025/09/17

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to inaugural Chesterfield Sports Hall of Famer Ken Oxendine about growing up in this community and, following a great playing career at Virginia Tech and in the NFL, returning home to give back to the place that raised him. 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

14:55

Episode 127: Raising Awareness About the Links...

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2025/09/03

On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Melissa Ackley from Mental Health Support Services’ Prevention Services to discuss Suicide Prevention Month and the links between addiction and suicide. 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

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