The Boardroom Podcast
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.
Episodes

Aug 5, 2026
Aug 5, 2026
39 min
On the latest episode of the Roundabout Roundup, Brian and Chad review the 8/4/26 Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. Highlights of the meeting were the utility fund budget discussion, golf cart ordinance issues, and school traffic issues in McIngvale. Listen to a quick recap of the meeting and get some insight on what is happening in the city of Hernando

Jul 22, 2026
Jul 22, 2026
32 min
On the latest episode of Roundabout Roundup, host Brian and chad Discuss the 7–21-26 Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. The episode covers everything from the resignation of the city’s Planning Director, paving problems, employee insurance updates, the planned downtown overlay district, and much more. If you like what you hear, please like, listen, and share the podcast.

Jul 8, 2026
Jul 8, 2026
26 min
On this episode of The Roundabout Roundup, Chad and Brian break down the July 7 Hernando Board of Aldermen meeting. They discuss highlights from the recent Mississippi Municipal League Conference attended by city officials, including key ideas and best practices that could benefit Hernando. They also recap the board’s actions, provide insight into the discussions that took place, and explain what the decisions made at the meeting mean for residents and the future of the city.

Jun 18, 2026
Jun 18, 2026
30 min
On this episode of The Roundabout Roundup, Brian Couch and Chad Wicker break down the June 16 meeting of the Hernando Board of Aldermen and discuss several issues that will impact the city’s future.
Topics include upcoming street paving projects and what residents can expect in the years ahead, a proposed rezoning request at Highway 51 and Star Landing Road, the latest developments in the forensic audit of the Utility Fund, and a reorganization plan for the Public Works Department.
The episode also covers a major economic development announcement as Walmart has selected Hernando as a pilot location for its new drone delivery program, placing the city at the forefront of emerging retail technology.
Whether you’re interested in local government, city growth, infrastructure, or the decisions shaping Hernando’s future, this episode provides an inside look at the discussions taking place at City Hall.

Jun 5, 2026
Jun 5, 2026
29 min
On this episode of the Roundabout Roundup, Brian and Chad breakdown the June 2nd Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. Items discuss include the recognition of the Hernando High School Softball for winning the 7A State Championship, bidding out a water project, and approval of a change order to install lights at Kuykendall Park. Like and subscribe to the podcast.

May 20, 2026
May 20, 2026
27 min
On the latest episode of the Roundabout roundup, Brian and Chad catch you up on what’s going on in Hernando, break a new restaurant coming to town, and highlight the May 19th Hernando Board of Alderman Meeting.

May 7, 2026
May 7, 2026
30 min
On the fourth episode of Roundabout Roundup, Brian Couch and Chad Wicker break down the key issues and major discussions from the May 5 meeting of the Hernando Board of Aldermen, broadcasting live from Guadalajara Mexican Restaurant. The conversation covers city business, current projects, growth and infrastructure challenges, and the decisions shaping Hernando’s future. If you want a straightforward, local perspective on what is happening in city government, this is an episode you do not want to miss.

Apr 22, 2026
Apr 22, 2026
33 min
On this episode of The Boardroom Podcast, Chad Wicker and Brian Couch introduce their new community-focused show, Roundabout Roundup. They break down the latest Hernando Board of Aldermen meeting, share insight on key local issues, and hint at a few new business developments that could be coming to Hernando. It is a conversation built around transparency, local leadership, and keeping citizens informed. We hope you enjoy the episode.

Mar 11, 2026
Mar 11, 2026
34 min
Ben returns to podcast and discusses the recent board of alderman meeting and the his solution for the issues with the city’s utility fund.

Feb 26, 2026
Feb 26, 2026
55 min
On this special episode of the boardroom podcast, host Chad Wicker sits down with John Williams for a candid conversation the City of Hernando’s Utility Fund and the recent budget challenges facing the fund. John has been outspoken on social media and has not held back in his criticism of Chad and the other Board of Alderman, so some may find his appearance surprising.
That is exactly the point.
It is time in the country to stop talking at people and starting talking to them. This episode brings different perspectives to the table, asks hard questions, and focuses on facts, accountability, and what comes next. Enjoy the conversation.









