Legislative Session 2023: Governor Tate Reeves
Governor Tate Reeves joined MDOT Executive Director Brad White for a special episode of The Extra Mile Podcast: Legislative Session to talk about the link between a strong transportation infrastructure network and economic growth and development along with other topics.
- Show intro, introducing Governor Tate Reeves - 00:29
- The history of the Mississippi Governor's Mansion - 00:47
- On the COVID pandemic and other emergencies the governor has dealt with - 01:52
- The importance of having a competent staff to move from issue to issue quickly - 04:07
- On the importance of transportation infrastructure and its impact on economic growth and development - 04:30
- Restarting the capacity projects after being in maintenance mode - 09:46
- Besides transportation, other priorities for Gov. Reeves during the 2023 legislative session - 11:14
- On Gov. Reeves' family and their athletic pursuits - 13:42
- Thanking Brad and MDOT for working with legislative branch and executive branch to advance transportation infrastructure in Mississippi - 14:41
- Show outro - 15:56
Creators and Guests
Producer
Drew Hall
Drew Hall is a media producer with experience in video production and journalism. He currently works in the Public Affairs Division of the Mississippi Department of Transportation, where he shoots and edits a range of content, including producing the award-winning podcast The Extra Mile. Drew holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Mississippi State University and has received industry recognition, including an AASHTO Best Audio Production Award. Previously, Drew worked as a photojournalist for News Channel 12 and Fox 40 News, developing his skills in visual storytelling and news production. Drew is married to Courtney Ann Hall, of Corinth, MS, and has one son, Jackson.