State Senator Jenifer Branning and State Representative Scott Bounds at NCF 2022
State Senator Jenifer Branning and State Representative Scott Bounds joined The Extra Mile podcast on location at the Neshoba County Fair. Senator Branning and Representative Bounds shared stories about the fair, discussed transportation-related topics and much more.
State Senator Jenifer Branning and State Representative Scott Bounds joined The Extra Mile podcast on location at the Neshoba County Fair. Senator Branning and Representative Bounds shared stories about the fair, discussed transportation-related topics and much more.
- Show intro - 00:27
- State Representative Scott Bounds on his new role as President of the Neshoba County Fair - 01:24
- Rep. Bounds gives history and synopsis of the Neshoba County Fair - 03:14
- Rep. Bounds on the political element of the Neshoba County Fair - 06:05
- Rep. Bounds on the logistics of the fair - 07:02
- Rep. Bounds on the attendance of the Neshoba County Fair - 08:56
- Rep. Bounds on the Emergency Road and Bridge Repair Fund - 11:00
- Rep. Bounds favorite place meal at the Neshoba County Fair - 12:12
- Wrapping things up with Rep. Bounds - 13:26
- Commercial break: MDOT Central District Commissioner Willie Simmons soundbite from Neshoba County Fair speech - 13:54
- Introducing State Senator Jenifer Branning - 14:58
- Sen. Branning on how she's enjoying the fair - 15:38
- Sen. Branning highlighting the past legislative session for MDOT - 16:02
- Sen. Branning on preparations being made for the next legislative session - 17:30
- Sen. Branning on her favorite memories from the Neshoba County Fair - 18:11
- Sen. Branning on projects in her area she's keeping an eye on, Hwy 19 in Neshoba County - 20:38
- Sen. Branning on the Emergency Road and Bridge Repair Fund - 21:42
- Sen. Branning on how she works with Rep. Bounds to advance the best interests of the district - 22:49
- Sen. Branning on her favorite food at the Neshoba County Fair - 24:13
- Show outro - 25:44
Creators and Guests
Host
Paul Katool
Paul Katool joined the Mississippi Department of Transportation Public Affairs Division in 2016 as the agency’s first Social Media Strategist. In 2019, he was promoted to Digital Media Manager, where he led the creation of MDOT’s nationally award-winning Extra Mile Podcast. In 2022, Paul assumed the role of Deputy Director of Public Affairs, which includes helping to run the day-to-day operations of the division.
Host
Will Craft
Will Craft joined MDOT in 2018 after serving on Senator Thad Cochran’s and Senator Hyde Smith’s staffs. Beginning in the Government Affairs role at MDOT, Will assisted executive leadership in matters of policy, stakeholder engagement, legislative affairs, and external communications. Since joining the Public Affairs team in 2023, Will is most often recognized as one of the “podcast guys”. The Award Winning Extra Mile Podcast is hosted by Will and Paul Katool, and produced by Drew Hall.
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.