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

Sep 16, 2026
Sep 16, 2026
34 min
On the latest episode, Brian and Chad Discuss the recent approval of the City’s budget and several other topics from the 9-15-26 Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. This topics include an AI Chat bot for the city website, opioid settlement funds, and the approval of a second McDonalds location in the city. If you like this episode please like and share it.

Sep 2, 2026
Sep 2, 2026
41 min
On the latest episode of the Roundabout Roundup, Hosts Chad Wicker and Brian Couch bring in a guest to discuss the September 1st Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. The majority of the discussion centers around the City of Hernando’s budget and the the decision to pass a budget and then abandon the motion to pass and table the discussion to a special meeting next Tuesday. The trio also discussion some other highlights of the meeting including a new bill pay system for the city, a change order for Renasant park, and the decision not to form a new committee.

Aug 23, 2026
Aug 23, 2026
40 min
On the latest episode of roundabout roundup, hosts Brian and chad discuss the August 18th Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. Topics include the results of the forensic audit of the city’s utility fund, the debate over the witches of Hernando parade request, the approval of a medical marijuana dispensary in Nesbit, and the discuss about the city’s fiscal year 27 budget.

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.








