The Boardroom Podcast

“Roundabouts, Road Rules, and Reckoning with HB 1”

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 upcoming fiscal year 2025-2026. Plus, they tackle the implications of House Bill 1 and what it could mean for the state moving forward. Tune in for insights, opinions, and plenty of local government talk!

Marching into Spring

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 Road in front of the new high school, insights into the new State Senate redistricting plan, and updates on the roundabout planned for Green T and McIngvale. Join us as we unpack these developments and explore their implications for our community. 

Audits and Traffic court, the wonderful world of Municipal Government

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 the city’s animal shelter, and changes coming to city court.
Ben and Chad also break down major infrastructure projects, including the paving of McIngvale Road in front of the new Hernando High School and plans for a new roundabout at Green T and McIngvale. What do these projects mean for the city’s growth and traffic flow? Tune in for all the details and insights from your local leaders.

Let’s talk about education

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 it could reshape representation for Hernando and the broader DeSoto County area. The hosts discuss the political and logistical implications of redistricting and how it might affect local governance.
For the bulk of the episode, Ben and Chad dive into a major topic of potential school choice legislation. They explore how this legislation could impact DeSoto County Schools, with a particular focus on the new Hernando High School. They examine potential funding shifts, enrollment changes, and how school choice policies could shape the future of public education in one of Mississippi’s fastest-growing counties.
Tune in for an insightful discussion on local government, education policy, and what these changes could mean for Hernando residents.

Let’s talk about taxes

On the latest episode, Ben and Chad discuss the last couple of board of Alderman meetings, the tax cut by the state legislature, and other topics facing the city. Please check out this in depth discussion and give us your feedback.

The last episode of 2024

On the latest episode of The boardroom podcast, Ben and Chad discuss the 12-17-24 board of alderman meeting. Happy new year

Renasant Park Upgrades

Chad and Ben Dias’s the most recent hernando board of alderman meeting and spend most of the episode talking about the renasant park project.

“With Growth Comes Pain”

On the 45th episode of the boardroom podcast, Ben and Chad discuss the most recent Hernando Board of Alderman meeting and dig into the details of rezoning application for commercial development next to the New High School. 

Get Out and Vote Desoto County

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 Commissioner Chris Brown, Radio host Gerard Gilbert. Make sure you get out on vote on November 5th.

Ben tells us what new restaurants are coming to Hernando?

The guys discuss the most recent 10-15-2024 board meeting and mention some new business coming to Hernando. They also throw in a surprise announcement about the GOTV rally October 28th in Southaven.