The Local Yokel's Podcast

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 [http://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 [http://RoofworksMidsouth.com] You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com [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 [https://www.facebook.com/shelbyrowproductions]

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 [http://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 [http://RoofworksMidsouth.com] You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com [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 [https://www.facebook.com/shelbyrowproductions]

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 [http://www.takeabreakdeliveries.com] A reminder to buy Jeep giveaway tickets at fancynancyfoundation.com [http://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 [http://RoofworksMidsouth.com] You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com [TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com] The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH [https://bit.ly/4fWIreH] Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu [https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu] YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa [https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa] 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com [http://www.srpstudiosllc.com]

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 [http://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 [http://RoofworksMidsouth.com] You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com [TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com] The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH [https://bit.ly/4fWIreH] Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu [https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu] YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa [https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa] 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com [http://www.srpstudiosllc.com] #DeSotoCountyMS #SearchDog #K9Training #VolunteerStrong #PublicSafety #FirstResponders #NASAR #RescueReady #DogHandlers #BehindTheBadge

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 [http://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 [http://RoofworksMidsouth.com] You can reach us at TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com [TheLocalYokelsPodcast@gmail.com] The Local Yokel’s Podcast is on Apple, Spotify and YouTube Apple - https://bit.ly/4fWIreH [https://bit.ly/4fWIreH] Spotify - https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu [https://spoti.fi/3CR18lu] YouTube - https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa [https://bit.ly/4fCZsLa] 🎙️ This is an SRP Studios Production - SRPStudiosLLC.com [http://www.srpstudiosllc.com] #BreakingNews #LawAndOrder #CourtCases #PoliceWork #CommunitySafety #CriminalJustice #LocalGovernment #DeSotoCountyMS #SouthavenPolice #MississippiPolitics