The Real Hernando

Discover how John Hornsby and Hernando Meals on Wheels are changing lives. The Real Hernando Podcast is presented to you by Wesley Meadows Retirement Community and SRP Studios. In this episode of The Real Hernando Podcast, our host sits down with John Hornsby, the president of Hernando Meals on Wheels. Hernando Meals on Wheels is a non-profit organization that provides nutritious meals to seniors...

NEW PODCAST SERIES - Hernando Main St. In this episode, Sibonie Jones Swatzyna and I promote upcoming events, such as Ribbon Cuttings for 5M Services and LG Trend Boutique, Better Business Breakfast, and the Hernando Fashion Show. Plus, the booths for the Water Tower Fest are filling up. Watch for more details If you’re interested in joining the chamber as a business or individual, you can do so b...

The Real Hernando is presented to you by Wesley Meadows Retirement Community and SRP Studios. Welcome to this exciting interview with Malcolm Reed, the founder of How to BBQ Right! In this video, we sit down with Malcolm at his home base in Hernando, Mississippi, where he shares his passion for all things barbecue. Malcolm's YouTube channel, How to BBQ Right, has garnered a massive following...

We are launching a NEW PODCAST SERIES called Hernando Main St. The Hernando Main St. Podcast I a new TRH Network weekly series co-hosted with Sibonie Jones Swatzyna. It is designed to support the Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce by educating, updating, and informing our citizens and businesses by promoting the happenings of our Hernando Main St. Chamber. This podcast will be posted weekly,...

The Real Hernando is presented to you by Wesley Meadows Retirement Community and SRP Studios. Homes are more than just buildings - they are a reflection of who we are and what is important to us. They are a place to create memories and to feel safe and secure.  In this episode, I had the privilege of speaking with Brandon Gustafson, co-owner and project manager at Gustafson Properties, LLC, custom...

The Real Hernando is presented to you by Wesley Meadows Retirement Community. Libraries are an essential part of almost every community. But you may be surprised to learn that the library here in Hernando has a lot more to offer than just books! Join me in this episode where I speak with Kelsey Jones, Head Librarian of the James F. Anderson Library, a branch of First Regional Library. First Region...

The Real Hernando is presented to you by Wesley Meadows Retirement Community. Join me in the one year anniversary episode of The Real Hernando Podcast where I’m joined by returning guest Robert Carter, the man behind the birth of The Real Hernando.  In this episode, Robert and I discuss the growth of The Real Hernando over the past year and the impact it’s had on the community here in Hernando.  W...

Tired of the same old, same old? Looking for something a little different to wake up your taste buds?  Boba Cream is a brand-new restaurant in Hernando, Mississippi, serving not only a variety of bubble teas but also an array of authentic Asian cuisine and mouth watering desserts!  In this episode, I interview Ryan Duren, owner of Boba Cream. Ryan shares with us about his time serving in the milit...

Feeling like you’ve lost a little bit of your confidence? Want to rejuvenate and enhance your natural beauty? Aftrglo Beauty and Wellness is an aesthetics and wellness center right here in Hernando, Mississippi that prioritizes natural beauty and the outstanding results that complement it. Aftrglo helps patients enhance their unique beauty with minor aesthetic non-surgical treatments, procedures,...

Are you an athlete looking to improve your performance on the field and gain an edge over your competition? BASE Sports Performance is a sports performance and baseball development center located at The Gatorade Fieldhouse in Hernando, Mississippi. They specialize in strength and conditioning for athletes as well as pitching development for baseball players. BASE offers programs for both college a...

Looking for a fun-filled family day out away from the city? Well, you’re in luck! Cedar Hill Farm, located just outside of Hernando, Mississippi, is a family-owned and operated farm of 120 acres offering a wide array of activities throughout the different seasons of the year.  Take a tractor-drawn hayride around our farm, out to the Easter Egg Hunt Field in the Spring, to pick Berries in the Summe...

If you’re looking for a warm and loving home environment where either you or your loved ones can receive professional healthcare but still enjoy an independent daily life, then look no further! Wesley Meadows Retirement Community has been a part of the Hernando community for 26 years, providing independent living apartments as well as assisted living apartments. Its mission is to serve older adult...

Can't get enough music? If you're like me, then you're probably always looking for new ways to get your fix. That's why I’m so excited to share this episode of The Real Hernando podcast with you! In this episode, I talk with Stephen Michael, founder of MissiHippie Music. MissiHippie Music is dedicated to organizing songwriter collaborations and live events across the Mid-South...

There’s no doubt about it. Our local businesses are a huge part of what makes Hernando such an amazing community. From the Farmer’s Market to the Water Tower Festival, our local businesses play a key role in creating a strong sense of community. In this episode, I speak with Sibonie Jones Swatzyna, Director of The Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commerce. The Hernando Main Street Chamber of Commer...

Attention, Arts Enthusiasts! Join me in this episode where I’m joined by Kyli Collins, Head Director of the Desoto Arts Council.  The Desoto Arts Council is the arts agency for Desoto County, Mississippi and the surrounding region with a mission to stimulate increased participation in the arts, integrate art into people's everyday lives, advanced community support of the arts, and use the art...

Are you struggling to achieve your goals? Have setbacks and failures left you feeling discouraged and hopeless? Or are you just trying to grow yourself into a better person? Then you’ll want to join me in this episode where I’m joined by Chris Camp of Motivate with Coach Camp.  Chris’ mission is to inspire and motivate others through his personal experience and knowledge, using philosophies and po...

If you have a sweet tooth, then City Hall Cheesecake is sure to delight with over 100 different cheesecake flavors, Double Doozie Cookies, parfaits, cheesecake cupcakes, coffee drinks, and more! But there’s a lot more to City Hall Cheesecake than just a bakery. As Kim Daly explains, “We are a ministry first and a business second.” About four years ago, Kim and Vance Daly bought City Hall Cheesecak...

LG Trend Boutique offers a shopping experience like no other!  For Jennifer Giachelli, owner of LG Trend Boutique in Hernando, Mississippi, it’s always been very important that ladies of all shapes and sizes and of all budgets are able to enjoy a fun and comfortable shopping experience. And while LG Trend Boutique has transitioned from a brick-and-mortar store to an online and social only business...

Join me in this very special episode where I interview the mayor of Hernando, Mayor Chip Johnson!  Learn about the personal story of the man behind the office, from his childhood in Southaven to his time as a submariner during the Cold War to what eventually led him down the path to becoming Hernando’s mayor. But be warned! If you’re expecting an interview about politics, you won’t find that here....

If you really enjoy a high-quality, premium cup of coffee, you have to visit Coffee Central Squared! In this episode, I interview Tina Tatum, owner of Coffee Central Squared here in Hernando and Coffee Central in Southaven.  But make no mistake. Coffee Central isn’t just another coffee shop. As Tina says, Coffee Central was created to provide a space for coffee and community to meet. And Coffee Ce...

If you’re looking for delicious, satisfying food, then look no further!  As you probably already know, some of the best food in Hernando is found at Buon Cibo. Buon Cibo is a family-owned restaurant that features fresh gourmet sandwiches, pizzas, burgers, and salads.  Whether you’re looking for something a little exotic or just some good ol’ comfort food or even some delicious pie, Buon Cibo will...

Most of us love the aroma of fresh, delicious coffee first thing in the morning. But did you know you can buy locally roasted, fresh, organic coffee right here in Hernando? In this episode, I interview Chris Lyons, owner of SlowRoast Mississippi Coffee.  SlowRoast Mississippi Coffee serves up fresh, organic coffee that’s roasted right here in Hernando. In fact, if you visit the Farmer’s Market, it...

Have you ever struggled with what to cook for dinner? Maybe fast food is off the menu but you just don’t feel up to cooking a fresh, home-cooked meal. Well then, meet Heather and Joey Ries, owners of Mrs. Hippie Eats!  Mrs. Hippie Eats is a gourmet, grab-and-go restaurant. They have their fridges and freezers stocked daily with fresh, from scratch delicacies like salads, soups, and casseroles, Ita...

You may be surprised to hear that J&B Candle Company offers more than just candles! In fact, they stock luxury soaps, body butters, sugar scrubs, AND…even beard oils! In this episode of The Real Hernando, I interview Jeremy and Bre Odom, owners of J&B Candle Company, a family-run small business located at 3016 Highway 51, Suite 101 here in Hernando. Jeremy and Bre share their story about h...

ATTENTION: Runners, hikers, bikers, dog walkers, bird watchers, and many more!  You don’t have to go to Memphis to find some great trails! In this episode of The Real Hernando, I interview Mark Arcelle, President of The North Mississippi Trail Alliance, a local non-profit organization dedicated to promoting mountain biking and off road trail access in the north Mississippi region.   Mark and I dis...