The Real Hernando
Welcome to The Real Hernando, brought to you by Shelby Row Productions. The Real Hernando is a podcast created to highlight our amazing local community here in Hernando, Mississippi, and in particular, the local non-profit organizations and ministries.
The Real Hernando
Latest Episodes
Denise McElhaney Returns: Happy Hounds Updates, Pet Pantry Palooza, and a New Kids Camp
Derrick Michaud relaunches The Real Hernando 2.0 from a new downtown studio and welcomes back Denise McElhaney of Denise’s Happy Hounds for her third appearance. Denise recaps her luxury dog grooming and pet concierge services, her retail area ...
The Real Hernando Returns: New Studio, New Chapter
The Real Hernando podcast returns after a long pause caused by personal challenges in 2025, including a leg injury from a cannonball at Coach Camp’s pool, the end of Wesley Meadows’ three-year presenting sponsorship, and a studio transition fro...
HYPE: Connecting Hernando’s Next Leaders with Head Chair, Jonathan Hooker and Co-Chair, Dr. Danton Dye
In this inspiring episode of The Real Hernando Podcast, hosts Derrick Michaud and Lauren McLendon shine the spotlight on HYPE – Hernando Young Professionals and Entrepreneurs. Founded in 2023, HYPE’s mission is to ...
It Takes a Village: Hernando’s Heartbeat
In this heartwarming episode of The Real Hernando, hosts Derrick Michaud and Lauren McLendon dive into what it truly means to be a good villager — showing up, getting involved, and supporting the people and place...
Empowering Local Youth: Meagan Qualls & Macy Forsythe, Cotillion Social
Today, we are spotlighting Cotillion Social. Their mission is to empower local youth through a transformative cotillion experience that fosters emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and respectful social interaction.By blending traditi...