The Local Yokel's Podcast

The Local Yokel's Podcast
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Entrepreneurship

The Local Yokel’s Podcast brings the stories of DeSoto County businesses and nonprofits straight to the community, helping them shine and grow. Through conversations that cover each business's journey, purpose, and impact, we dive into the "who, what, and why" behind local ventures, offering listeners insight into how to connect, get involved, and support their local economy. Tune in for inspiring stories, marketplace education, and a guide to finding these hometown gems right in your backyard.

  1. 1d ago

    Aubrie Johnson on Pastor Tony Spell, a DeSoto County DUI Fallout, and Speaking Out on Sex Crimes

    On the Local Yokels podcast, Neil and guest Aubrie Johnson discuss two major controversies: Louisiana Pastor Tony Spell’s long-running conflict with neighbors and authorities after expanding his church outreach to low-income communities via dozens of buses, and a recent incident where he allegedly beat a 20-year-old neighbor after vulgar threats toward his family. They then shift to DeSoto County topics, including backlash over a DUI arrest involving a supporter of a convicted sex offender, frustration with court outcomes and delays, and the importance of keeping public attention on indicted cases and technicalities like remands. Aubrie also mentions receiving unwanted religious mail and visits after someone shared her address, and calls out critics who attack her for speaking up about exploitation, trafficking, and abuse. A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com to benefit House of Grace and domestic violence survivors, and thanks sponsors including MSJ Off Road, Roof Works, Spider Off Road, Rough Country, and Stuck Worthy Inc. This podcast is Sponsored by Roofworks http://RoofworksMidsouth.com You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com You can find the Local Yokel’s Podcast on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Produced by Derrick Michaud and SRP Studios Podcasting

    1h 42m

  2. Jun 24

    Horn Lake Police Chief Nikki Pullen on Recruiting, Juvenile Crime Laws, Body Cameras & Community Safety

    Neil interviews Horn Lake Police Department Chief Nikki Pullen about community policing, recruiting and retention, and building department culture with integrity and accountability. They highlight cooperative efforts across agencies, support for Healing Hearts Child Advocacy Center and DeSoto County Search and Rescue, and community outrage driving tougher penalties for child predators. Chief Pullen explains Mississippi’s new juvenile law effective July 1 allowing certain juveniles with firearms or involved in violent crimes to be charged as adults, and notes Horn Lake’s curfew (10 PM–6 AM) and proactive enforcement. They discuss vaping/tobacco issues, the value and costs of body cameras (Horn Lake since 2024), pursuit dangers, and the need for community resources like pools and training. They also spotlight local nonprofits like Heartland Hands and the Dream Center. A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com to benefit House of Grace and domestic violence survivors, and thanks sponsors including MSJ Off Road, Roof Works, Spider Off Road, Rough Country, and Stuck Worthy Inc. This podcast is Sponsored by Roofworks http://RoofworksMidsouth.com You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com You can find the Local Yokel’s Podcast on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Produced by Derrick Michaud and SRP Studios Podcasting

    58 min

  3. Jun 16

    Take A Break Deliveries Expands to Hernando (Ditch The Dash, Support Local)

    Neil Colley interviews Josh Hocutt and Hayden Carlini of Take A Break Deliveries, a Mississippi-based delivery company expanding from Oxford to Hernando with a target opening date of June 16 and offering 50% off a first order with promo code FIRSTDELIVERY. They emphasize local, hands-on service with direct support, vetted local drivers, a 20-mile delivery radius, and delivery beyond restaurants, including liquor, beer, tobacco products, catering, and custom errands. They describe an optional Tab Club membership for $9.99/month with $0 delivery fees and 10% off, discuss driver opportunities, and share contact channels via Facebook, website, and Google listings. www.takeabreakdeliveries.com A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com to benefit House of Grace and domestic violence survivors, and thanks sponsors including MSJ Off Road, Roof Works, Spider Off Road, Rough Country, and Stuck Worthy Inc. This podcast is Sponsored by Roofworks http://RoofworksMidsouth.com You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com

    28 min

  4. Jun 10

    DeSoto County Search & Rescue K-9 Unit: Rescue Dogs, Real-World Training & Life-Saving Finds

    Host Neil welcomes DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department Search and Rescue guests Captain Johnathon Bigham (SAR director), Sergeant Shannon Baroni, and Tiffany Page to discuss the team’s new K-9 trailing unit. Shannon shares how her rescued dog Charlie—found in a roundabout—was trained locally in real-world environments and became certified in under a year, while Tiffany describes her rescued dog Harper and how SAR training gives working breeds a job. They explain trailing basics, the value of varied training locations, and how factors like medications can affect scent. The team honors late Captain Chris Tresclere for his leadership and service. They recount a recent multi-agency call where Charlie located a missing child in about eight minutes, and highlight ongoing needs for volunteers, training space, funding, and advanced NASAR, swiftwater, dive, drone, and fitness training. A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com to benefit House of Grace and domestic violence survivors, and thanks sponsors including MSJ Off Road, Roof Works, Spider Off Road, Rough Country, and Stuck Worthy Inc. This podcast is Sponsored by Roofworks http://RoofworksMidsouth.com You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com #DeSotoCountyMS#SearchDog#K9Training#VolunteerStrong#PublicSafety#FirstResponders#NASAR#RescueReady#DogHandlers#BehindTheBadge

    1 hr

  5. Jun 3

    District Attorney Matthew Barton(DeSoto County) on the Lindsey Whiteside Federal Case, Southaven Carjacking Shooting & Youth Court Changes

    Host Neil interviews DeSoto County District Attorney Matthew Barton, who says the state case involving Lindsey Whiteside is complete, that he pursued challenges to amend the sentence and unseal records, and that the federal case is proceeding at a normal pace with Whiteside held in custody and facing a 10-year mandatory minimum. Barton discusses a Southaven carjacking-related shooting involving two people from Memphis, praises Southaven PD’s rapid response, and explains the capital murder charge. They address Barton’s anti-crime billboard funded by asset forfeiture, crime trends down in DeSoto County, new youth court laws allowing more juveniles with weapons in violent crimes to be tried in circuit court, drug court’s difficulty and impact, support for Healing Hearts Child Advocacy Center, and the value of police body cameras. A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com to benefit House of Grace and domestic violence survivors, and thanks sponsors including MSJ Off Road, Roof Works, Spider Off Road, Rough Country, and Stuck Worthy Inc. This podcast is Sponsored by Roofworks http://RoofworksMidsouth.com You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com #BreakingNews #LawAndOrder #CourtCases #PoliceWork #CommunitySafety #CriminalJustice #LocalGovernment #DeSotoCountyMS #SouthavenPolice #MississippiPolitics

    1h 40m

  6. May 27

    DeSoto County Intervention Court | Circuit Judge Celeste Wilson & Coordinator Jacob Bramlett

    Host Neil welcomes Judge Celeste Wilson and Intervention Court (formerly Drug Court) coordinator/field officer Jacob Bramlett to discuss DeSoto County’s program, which began in 2006 and is run alongside Wilson’s regular circuit court duties. They explain that the court serves nonviolent, high-risk/high-need participants with substance use disorders, emphasizing treatment, strict supervision, and accountability to reduce recidivism and keep families together. Requirements include 36 consecutive months clean and sober, a GED or diploma, employment when possible, payment of fines and costs, curfew, frequent AA/NA or equivalent meetings, and intensive outpatient treatment; violations can restart phases or lead to expulsion and maximum sentencing. They describe funding limits, participant fees for drug screens, extensive observed urine testing, and outcomes including 63–67% not recidivating, while noting current drug trends like fentanyl and carfentanil. A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com to benefit House of Grace and domestic violence survivors, and thanks sponsors including MSJ Off Road, Roof Works, Spider Off Road, Rough Country, and Stuck Worthy Inc. This podcast is Sponsored by Roofworks http://RoofworksMidsouth.com You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com

    1h 2m

  7. May 22

    Magnolia Bend Grille: DeSoto County’s “Hidden Gem” with Chef Michael Patrick

    Host Neil interviews Chef Michael Patrick of Magnolia Bend Grille at Bon Terre (4715 Church Road). Michael shares his 18-year professional background (including Capital Grille) and explains the restaurant’s casual fine dining approach, Thursday date-night three-course dinners for $90, Sunday brunch (11:30–3) with bottomless mimosas and bloody marys for $25, and rotating specials like prime rib and steak nights. They discuss menu favorites (steaks, shrimp and grits, brussel sprouts, wedge salad, bacon rack, bread pudding), catering and rehearsal dinners, hours (Wed–Sat evenings; Sunday brunch only), upcoming May 30 “Around the Bend” collaborative dinner with Chef Heather Ries (Mrs. Hippie Eats) featuring local suppliers, and seasonal menu updates after May 30. magnoliabendgrille.com A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com to benefit House of Grace and domestic violence survivors, and thanks sponsors including MSJ Off Road, Roof Works, Spider Off Road, Rough Country, and Stuck Worthy Inc. This podcast is Sponsored by Roofworks http://RoofworksMidsouth.com You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com

    33 min

  8. May 19

    Highside Photography & Highside Motorsports/Whatley Racing: Racing Photos, Custom Helmets, and Mid-South Track Culture

    Host Neil interviews Kristy and Tyler Whatley about their work in Mid-South motorsports: Kristy runs Highside Photography, covering dirt tracks and other racing events across Tennessee, Arkansas, Mississippi, and Missouri, expanding to major series like World of Outlaws and High Limit, plus car shows and custom shoots; she shares how she got started, how drivers and tracks now seek her out, and how to find and contact her. Tyler, Highside Motorsports/Whatley Racing, a winged sprint car driver, also creates custom painted helmets and graphics, describing his multi-layer paint process and time investment. The conversation highlights racing’s family culture, equipment costs, safety, and the behind-the-scenes work that fuels the sport. www.highsidephotography.com A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com to benefit House of Grace and domestic violence survivors, and thanks sponsors including MSJ Off Road, Roof Works, Spider Off Road, Rough Country, and Stuck Worthy Inc. This podcast is Sponsored by Roofworks http://RoofworksMidsouth.com You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com

    1h 14m
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The Local Yokel’s Podcast brings the stories of DeSoto County businesses and nonprofits straight to the community, helping them shine and grow. Through conversations that cover each business's journey, purpose, and impact, we dive into the "who, what, and why" behind local ventures, offering listeners insight into how to connect, get involved, and support their local economy. Tune in for inspiring stories, marketplace education, and a guide to finding these hometown gems right in your backyard.

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  • Creator
    The Local Yokel's Podcast
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    75
  • Rating
    Explicit
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