Episode 103: Chesterfield State of the County 2024 (Live!)
Release Date: 12/18/2024
Episode 119: Pocahontas State Park Remains a Huge Draw for Chesterfield
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Nate Clark with Pocahontas State Park to break down all it has to offer not only to local residents but those in the region, state, and beyond, be it aquatic programs and overnight facilities to trails, educational and summer programming, and other recreational uses like boating and fishing. 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...
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Episode 118: Checking In With Supervisor Jim Holland (Dale District)
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Jim Holland of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about the last year on the board, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, 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, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli ...
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Episode 117: CSB Helps a Wide Range of Chesterfield Residents
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Executive Director Kelly Fried about the Community Services Board (CSB), the many services it provides to county residents, and how the various pieces of the organization come together to support those in need of these services here in Chesterfield. 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...
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Episode 116: Checking In With Supervisor Kevin Carroll (Matoaca District)
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On the latest episode of Chesterfield Behind the Mic, we talk to Kevin Carroll of the Chesterfield County Board of Supervisors to talk about the last year on the board, some of the big items facing the county in 2025, 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: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O’Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli...
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Episode 115: Reigniting Hope Seeks to Reduce Stigma of Substance Use
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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 Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and...
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Episode 114: Local First Responders Recount Post-Hurricane Rescues
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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 and Media: J. Elias O’Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina Chadouli Music: Hip...
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Episode 113: C-Fit Community and the 2025 Earth Day Festival
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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 Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O’Neal, Katie Cominsky,...
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Episode 112: Checking In With Supervisor Jessica Schneider (Clover Hill District)
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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 Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O’Neal, Katie Cominsky, and Lina...
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Episode 111: Breaking Down the Proposed FY2026 County Budget
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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 Neese Graphics: Debbie Wrenn Promotions and Media: J. Elias O’Neal, Katie Cominsky,...
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Episode 110: History Happened Here in Chesterfield
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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 Photography/Editor: Matt Boyce Producer/Camera Operator: Martin Stith and Matt Neese ...
info_outlineOn 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 video here.
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:
Dr. Joe Casey, County Administrator
Jesse Smith, Deputy County Administrator
Stephanie Brown, Procurement Director
Katie Cominsky, Social Media Coordinator
Recorded on location by Communications and Media
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