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The Boardroom Podcast

Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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The boardroom podcast is a comprehensive review of local government in Hernando, MS and the surrounding areas. The show will feature a discussion by two sitting Hernando Alderman regarding issues in front of the board, interviews with local government leaders, and a questions and answer segment. The goal of this podcast is to provide information and perspective on the issues facing Hernando.
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On this episode of the boardroom podcast, Ben and Chad discuss the alderman meeting from 9/16/2025. Featured agenda items include the public meeting on renaming a street in honor of Charlie Kirk, the approval of paving and street improvements for the next year, a new agreement between Desoto County and Hernando for the hosing of inmates, and a litt…
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In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, Ben and Chad break down the latest from Hernando’s Board of Alderman meetings held on August 17th and September 2nd. A big focus of the discussion is the newly approved Hernando city budget, passed at the September 2nd meeting. From key priorities and funding decisions to the challenges of balancing communi…
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In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, Ben and Chad sit down with DeSoto County Tax Assessor Jeff Fitch to unpack the state’s updated reassessment formula and what it means for your property taxes next year. Jeff explains the changes, why they matter, and how they could impact homeowners across the county. After the interview, Ben and Chad break…
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In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, we dive into the first regular meeting of the new Hernando Board of Aldermen, held on July 1, 2025. Ben and Chad discuss the failed motions to add some items to agenda at the beginning of the meeting. The episode focuses on the crucial role of the City Attorney in municipal government, what the position ent…
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In the laid back yet insightful episode of the The Boardroom Podcast, hosts Ben and Chad cool off in the pool house and break down everything you need to know from the June 17th, 2025, Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. From infrastructure updated to community development, they take a closer look at the big news, Tractor Supply Company is official…
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In this special episode of The Boardroom, it’s Miller Time—and we mean that literally. Host Chad Wicker sits down with longtime public servant and current Hernando Alderman Andrew Miller for a candid conversation about the city’s past, present, and future. Alderman Miller, who has served Hernando in various roles since 1989, shares stories from his…
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In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, hosts Ben and Chad are joined by fellow Hernando Alderman Natalie Lynch for a full breakdown of the June 3rd Board of Aldermen meeting. The trio covers several major developments, including the board’s approval of Kimley-Horn as the engineer for the highly anticipated $2 million splash pad project at Renasa…
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In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, we sit down with newly elected Ward 5 Alderman Kit Kitchens and Alderman-at-Large Lauren McLendon. Join us as they share their perspectives on public service, priorities for their first term, and the future of city leadership. From infrastructure to community engagement, this conversation offers a candid lo…
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On this episode of The Boardroom, we’re breaking down the April 1st Board of Aldermen meeting and what it means for Hernando — but first, let’s talk numbers. Only 10% of eligible voters showed up to the polls in the recent city elections. That means 1 in 10 people decided the direction of our city while the rest stayed silent. We’ll dive into what …
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In this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, the guys break down everything you need to know from the March 18th Hernando Board of Aldermen meeting. They dive into the plans for a new roundabout at the intersection of McIngvale and Green T Road, discuss the decision to lower the speed limit on McIngvale, and review the approved budget timeline for the…
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In Episode 51 of "The Boardroom Podcast," we delve into the key discussions from the Hernando Board of Aldermen's meeting held on March 4, 2025. The agenda included the appointment of a new planning commissioner, a presentation by Gia Matheny on the Department of Community & Economic Operations, final approval for the overlay planned for McIngvale …
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The Boardroom Podcast – Breaking Down the 2/18/25 Hernando Board of Aldermen Meeting In this episode of The Boardroom, hosts Ben and Chad recap the February 18, 2025, Hernando Board of Aldermen meeting. They dive into key discussions, including the results of the 2022-2023 financial audit, updates from the Hernando Police Department, the latest on …
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In this episode, hosts Ben Piper and Chad Wicker break down the most recent Hernando Board of Aldermen meeting held on February 3, 2025. They discuss key decisions made by the board and how those decisions will impact residents and businesses in Hernando. The conversation then shifts to a potential Senate District redistricting plan, analyzing how …
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On this special episode of the Boardroom Podcast Ben is joint by guest host Katie Ligon at the Desoto County GOTV Rally. Guests include Lieutenant Governor Delbert Hosemann, State Treasurer David McRae, Mississippi Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gibson, Northern District Transportation Commissioner John Caldwell, Northern District Public Service Com…
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On the 25th episode of The Boardroom Podcast, hosts Ben and Chad delve into the December 19th Hernando Board of Alderman meeting, covering crucial topics such as street repairs, soccer field lights, and PUD development at Getwell and Byhalia Road. Following this, they have an insightful conversation with Hernando Mayor Chip Johnson, exploring the S…
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On this episode of the Boardroom Podcast Ben and Chad breakdown the 12-5-23 Hernando Board of Alderman. Most notably, they discuss the now approved park facility plan for improvements to the baseball and soccer fields. Later in the podcast, Ben and Chad are joined by incoming Mississippi State Representative for District 20 Rodney Hall. Mr. Hall di…
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On this special episode of the Boardroom podcast Ben and Chad briefly discuss the most recent Hernando Board of Alderman meeting and give a recap on the recent state elections in Mississippi. Ben and Chad then welcome Purple Heart recipient, Army Veteran, and Former Southaven Alderman William Brooks to the Boardroom. William shares with us his life…
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On the first half of the18th episode of the Boardroom podcast, Chad and Ben breakdown the September 19th Hernando Board of Alderman meeting, discuss some of the streets that will see paving done this year. On the second half of the episode Chad and Ben welcome the 65th Governor of Mississippi Tate Reeves. Governor Reeves discusses some of his accom…
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Ben and Chad discuss the September 5th board of alderman meeting which included the approval of the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget. They spend a good bit of the show discussing the budget among other things from the meeting. Nick Brown, the new athletic director for Hernando High School, joins the show to discuss his career and role at the high schoo…
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On the 16th episode of the Boardroom podcast Ben and Chad give review of the August 18th Hernando Board of Alderman meeting and give some updates on the proposed City of Hernando Budget. Then they are joined by District 5 State Senator Daniel Sparks. Senator Sparks gives a long ranges interview about many topics including campaign finance reform, t…
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