Best Piper Alderman Podcasts (2024)

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Employment Relations Podcast #38 – Wage Theft: Go Directly to Jail? 32:03

21m ago32:03

32:03

One of the few constants in life and business is change. Come 1 January 2025, a significant shift will take place for national system employers when criminal wage theft provisions come into effect because of changes in the Closing Loopholes Reforms. But what does “wage theft” mean, and in what circumstances will criminal prosecution occur? In this …

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A’fair time in Hernando 32:57

11h ago32:57

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By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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Developments and Golf Carts 30:07

28d ago30:07

30:07

Listen to Ben and Chad Recap the 4-16 Hernando Board of Alderman Meeting.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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Signs, Signs, Everywhere there’s a sign 31:40

1M ago31:40

31:40

On the most recent episode of the Boardroom Podcast Ben and Chad discuss the April 2nd Hernando Board of Alderman meeting.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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Marching into April 29:03

2M ago29:03

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By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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Spring Break is coming 37:13

2M ago37:13

37:13

On the most recent episode of the Boardroom Podcast, Ben and Chad discuss the most recent Hernando Board of Alderman meeting.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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Getting back in the groove 34:47

3M ago34:47

34:47

On the latest episode of the podcast Ben and Chad discuss the last two Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. 2024 has gotten off to quick start and the guys talk about all the comings and goings.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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#37 – Closing Loopholes No. 2: Considering Complexities 51:50

3M ago51:50

51:50

February 2024 has been a big month for legislative change, particularly in the contentious arena of industrial relations. Seemingly out of nowhere, the Government announced it had done a deal on the remaining areas of proposed reform that did not make it into the Closing Loopholes Act 2023. Adding to the surprise, the Closing Loopholes No. 2 Bill c…

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The longest January ever 35:53

4M ago35:53

35:53

On the most recent episode of The Boardroom Podcast, Ben and Chad recap the Hernando Board of Alderman meeting from January 16th and 23rd. The meeting consisted of a few planning issues that received some lengthy discuss.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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2024 in Hernando 45:00

4M ago45:00

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On the 26th episode of The Boardroom Podcast, Ben and Chad discuss upcoming issues that will be front and center in the Mississippi Legislature the session. They also talk about getting high speed internet to some rural parts of the county.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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The Boardroom Podcast Christmas Edition with Special Guest Mayor Chip Johnson 1:04:28

5M ago1:04:28

1:04:28

On the 25th episode of The Boardroom Podcast, hosts Ben and Chad delve into the December 19th Hernando Board of Alderman meeting, covering crucial topics such as street repairs, soccer field lights, and PUD development at Getwell and Byhalia Road. Following this, they have an insightful conversation with Hernando Mayor Chip Johnson, exploring the S…

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#36 – What does a psychosocially safe workplace look like? 42:34

5M ago42:34

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Following the 2018 Boland Review into the model Work Health and Safety provisions, workplace psychosocial safety has squarely been on the policy agenda. Combined with recent changes as a result of the Respect@Work Report, the clear policy position, and expectation of society, is one of employers taking responsibility and being accountable for havin…

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Are we still talking about parks? 45:53

5M ago45:53

45:53

On this episode of the Boardroom Podcast Ben and Chad breakdown the 12-5-23 Hernando Board of Alderman. Most notably, they discuss the now approved park facility plan for improvements to the baseball and soccer fields. Later in the podcast, Ben and Chad are joined by incoming Mississippi State Representative for District 20 Rodney Hall. Mr. Hall di…

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Let’s talk Football, HYFA Football. 50:29

6M ago50:29

50:29

On this episode of the Boardroom Podcast Ben and Chad Recap the recent Hernando Board of Alderman Meeting that was held on November 21st. Then the guys welcome HYFA President Harley Brown to the podcast to discuss the Hernando Youth Football Association that just finished its 20th season with record number of participants.…

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A hero enters the boardroom 1:10:15

6M ago1:10:15

1:10:15

On this special episode of the Boardroom podcast Ben and Chad briefly discuss the most recent Hernando Board of Alderman meeting and give a recap on the recent state elections in Mississippi. Ben and Chad then welcome Purple Heart recipient, Army Veteran, and Former Southaven Alderman William Brooks to the Boardroom. William shares with us his life…

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Natalie and Beth join the Boardroom Podcast 50:02

7M ago50:02

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On a special episode of the Boardroom Podcast, Chad is joined by fellow Alderpersons Natalie Lynch and Beth Ross. The group was down in Meridian, Mississippi at a Mississippi Municipal League conference. The three discuss some of the highlights of the conference and some other current issues happening in Hernando.…

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#35 – The Governance of Decision Making in the Post-Qantas Environment 40:15

7M ago40:15

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The recent High Court decision in Qantas v TWU [2023] HCA 27 focussed on the question of how the general protections in the Fair Work Act 2009 (Cth) work in circumstances where employees did not presently have particular workplace rights (in that case the right to take industrial action), but would have those rights in the future if not for the adv…

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The Great Hernando Food Truck Debate 43:18

7M ago43:18

43:18

On this latest episode of the Boardroom Podcast, Chad and Ben discuss the recent Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. They walk through the nearly hour and half discussion on two food truck applications. Please check out our facebook page The boardroom podcast on facebook.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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October is in the air 26:15

8M ago26:15

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On the 19th episode of the Boardroom Podcast Ben and Chad spend time discussing the 10-3-2023 Hernando Board of Alderman meeting. Later in the episode, they discuss the “good problems” facing DeSoto county and the recent grade received by the Desoto County School District. EnjoyBy Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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Reeves here, Reeves there, Reeves everywhere 53:05

8M ago53:05

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On the first half of the18th episode of the Boardroom podcast, Chad and Ben breakdown the September 19th Hernando Board of Alderman meeting, discuss some of the streets that will see paving done this year. On the second half of the episode Chad and Ben welcome the 65th Governor of Mississippi Tate Reeves. Governor Reeves discusses some of his accom…

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#34 – Do You See What I See? The Closing Loopholes Bill 49:09

8M ago49:09

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In comments to the National Press Club on 31 August 2023, Industrial Relations Minister Tony Burke said that the Closing Loopholes Bill will address four key “pillars”: wage theft, casual conversion, labour hire, and “employee-like workers”, and that the Bill would not “reach into every workplace”. While the Bill certainly deals with those four mat…

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Welcome back to Hernando High School 52:06

8M ago52:06

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Ben and Chad discuss the September 5th board of alderman meeting which included the approval of the 2023-2024 fiscal year budget. They spend a good bit of the show discussing the budget among other things from the meeting. Nick Brown, the new athletic director for Hernando High School, joins the show to discuss his career and role at the high schoo…

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State Senator Daniel Sparks enters the Boardroom 1:05:03

9M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

On the 16th episode of the Boardroom podcast Ben and Chad give review of the August 18th Hernando Board of Alderman meeting and give some updates on the proposed City of Hernando Budget. Then they are joined by District 5 State Senator Daniel Sparks. Senator Sparks gives a long ranges interview about many topics including campaign finance reform, t…

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“Jim Robinson joins to make his pitch for your vote” 33:16

10M ago33:16

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On the 15th episode of the Boardroom podcast Chad and Ben discuss the recent board of alderman meeting and discuss the city budget process. Desoto County Board of Supervisor Candidate Jim Robinson joins the show and lays out his pitch for your vote.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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“District 5 Candidates make their case for your vote” 45:13

10M ago45:13

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On this special episode of the Boardroom podcast Chad and Ben welcome Board of Supervisor District 5 Candidates Robert Foster and Jack Scott to give their pitch on why you should vote for them. Third candidate Jim Robinson was unable to make the interview due to a scheduling conflict. We will try to have him on before the election.…

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“State Senator Chris McDaniel makes his case for Lieutenant Governor” 52:01

10M ago52:01

52:01

On the episode of the boardroom podcast Chad and Ben discuss the 7-18-23 Board Meeting among a few other things. The. Lieutenant Governor candidate Chris McDaniel joins the boardroom and make his case. More information can be found about Chris at his website https://www.chrismcdanielforlg.comBy Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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“Delbert discusses his record” 1:04:56

10M ago1:04:56

1:04:56

Join Chad and Ben in the 11th episode of The Boardroom Podcast as they delve into the world of local government affairs and interview influential leaders. In this episode, they kick off with a brief recap of the Hernando Board of Aldermen Meeting held on July 5th, 2023, highlighting significant decisions regarding infrastructure improvements and ci…

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”District Attorney Candidates Make Their Case” 47:00

11M ago47:00

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In the latest episode of "The Boardroom Podcast," hosts Chad and Ben delve into the recent Hernando Board of Alderman meeting, held on June 19th. Ben gives news for the paving project in Nottinghill subdivision, while the second half of the show features in-depth conversations with District Attorney candidates Bob Morris and Matthew Barton, as they…

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“Dog days of summer” 52:33

11M ago52:33

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On this episode of the boardroom podcast Ben and Chad take questions from show producer Derrick Michaud, discuss the recent Board meeting, and explain where the term alderman originated.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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“Shad White talks welfare fraud, Brett Favre, and why he is not done exposing corruption in Mississippi” 1:05:28

12M ago1:05:28

1:05:28

On this episode of the boardroom podcast, Ben and Chad welcome Mississippi State Auditor Shad White, talk about the previous Board of Alderman meeting, and break a little news about renasants park.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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#33 - National WHS Update: Industrial Manslaughter Laws and the Prohibition of Insurance 19:09

1y ago19:09

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Industrial manslaughter may soon be an offence in almost all Australian jurisdictions. Recent amendments in certain jurisdictions have also introduced the recommendation of the 2019 Boland Review to prohibit insurance and indemnities for WHS penalties. In this episode of Employment Law for the Time Poor, join Emily Haar, Partner, and Joseph Hyde, A…

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“All rise for the honorable Judge Bobby Chamberlin” 54:39

1y ago54:39

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Chad aOn this episode, Chad and Ben sit down with Mississippi Supreme Court Justice Bobby Chamberlin, talk about some issues from the last board of Alderman meeting , and explain their recent trip to washing D.C. with other leaders from DeSoto Count. nd Ben speak with State Supreme Court Justice Bobby Chamberlain…

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Let’s talk Hernando Parks with Parks Director Jared Barkley 1:06:33

1y ago1:06:33

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Ben and Chad discuss the recent Hernando Board of Alderman meeting, going into details about some of the planning items that made up the bulk of the meeting.Then Hernando Parks Director Jared Barkley is welcomed into the boardroom to discuss his role with the city and all the good, bad , and ugly things going on with Hernando Parks.…

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“How to become a State Senator?” w/MS State Senator, Michael W. McLendon 47:43

1y ago47:43

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On this episode of the boardroom podcast, Chad goes solo and discusses the recent board of Aldermen meeting. Followed by an interview with District One state senator Mike McLendon. They discuss their longtime friendship, how Mike got into public service, and what he does as a State Senator representing Hernando.…

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#32 – Addressing the Gender Pay Gap and Yet More Amendments to the Fair Work Act: What Employers Need to Know 38:57

1y ago38:57

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International Women’s Day is observed internationally in March. In this episode of Employment Law for the Time Poor, join Professor Andrew Stewart, Consultant, and Emily Haar, Partner as they discuss recent amendments to federal legislation designed to address pay equity for women, including the Secure Jobs, Better Pay Act and the recently passed C…

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“Why are my property taxes so high?” Tax assessor Jeff Fitch explains what his office does. 51:31

1y ago51:31

51:31

Ben and Chad discuss the March 21 board of alderman meeting, discuss street improvements for this year, and share sales tax numbers. Jeff Fitch joins the show and discusses his office and what his staff does to keep property taxes as low as possible.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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What can Hernando expect out of its new high school? Superintendent Uselton provides inside look 58:17

1y ago58:17

58:17

Chad and Ben discuss the March 7th board of alderman meeting, delta landing pud, and roundabouts. Take a few questions and sit down with DeSoto County School Superintendent Corey Uselton.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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#31 - Consultation: Who, What, Where, and How? 39:01

1y ago39:01

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Organisations have legal obligations to consult with their staff in particular situations. But what does that actually mean? In this episode of Employment Law for the Time Poor, join Emily Haar, Partner and Emily Slaytor, Special Counsel in a discussion around the requirements to consult flowing from work health and safety legislation, Awards and E…

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Why Does Hernando have so many Mexican restaurants? w/Planning Director, Austin Cardosi 40:19

1y ago40:19

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In the second episode of the boardroom podcast Chad and Ben discuss the recent board of alderman meeting and welcome Hernando Planner Austin Cardosi. Mr.Cardosi goes in-depth on the role of the planning department and how developments become a reality.By Chad Wicker and Ben Piper

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Mark Gardner explains how local government works best when it works together. 50:00

1+ y ago50:00

50:00

The podcast welcomes in District 2 Supervisor Mark Gardner to discuss the I-55 expansion, county agricenter project, and how the county board operates. Plus Chad and Ben talks about candidates for county and state office, delta landing pud, Rec basketball & soccer seasons, and sales tax number. Planning Commission Staff Report - 1/10/23 https://www…

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Meet Chad Wicker and Ben Piper from the Hernando Aldermen Board 12:25

1+ y ago12:25

12:25

The boardroom podcast comprehensively reviews 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. This podcast aims to provide information and perspective …

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#30 - Industrial Relations in 2022 and Beyond: Year in Review 33:34

1+ y ago33:34

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It’s summertime in Australia and things are winding down, right? Perhaps not! In this episode of Employment Law for the Time Poor join the National Employment Relations team for a review of what was in 2022, and what may be to come in 2023, including: the Secure Jobs, Better Pay Act; the Respect@Work reforms; the prohibition of pay secrecy; Fair Wo…

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