Sen. Warner / Federal Executions / Opioid Crisis

Wednesday, July 31, 2019

Cathy Lewis will talk to Sen. Mark Warner about election security in 2019 and 2020. Then, we will discuss the resumption of executions for federal crimes with a reporter from The New York Times. We'll also discuss how the opioid crisis is driving cases of fraud in the medical community. Finally, we'll see what's going on in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:
Sen. Mark Warner - Senator from Virginia
Katie Benner - The New York Times
Katherine Hafner and Scott Daugherty - The Virginian-Pilot

Envision 2020 / Scooters

Tuesday, July 30, 2019

We will talk about a new Hampton Roads branding initiative. Then, if you’re a Norfolk or Virginia Beach resident, the sight of a Lime or Bird scooter zipping down the street has been a familiar scene this summer. Casual riders and commuters alike have utilized this new mode of transportation. How do you feel about the scooters? Are they safe and effective on the roads? We’ll talk to a variety of experts.

Today's Guests:
John Martin - SIR
Laura Miller Brooks - Lime
Brian Solis - City of Virginia Beach
Amy Inman - City of Norfolk
Dr. Richard Myers - Sentara

Virginia Beach Investigation / Jamestown

Monday, July 29, 2019

First, we will get an update on the efforts to investigate the shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center. Then, Cathy Lewis will discuss the controversy, and the history, behind the commemoration of the first representative government in the English colony at Jamestown. Please call us and share your thoughts at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:
Michael Berlucchi - Virginia Beach City Council
Sen. Thomas Norment - (VA-3)
Del. Marcia Price - (VA-95)
Del. Lamont Bagby - (VA-74)

In the Garden

Tuesday, July 23, 2019

Cathy Lewis returns in triumph, and joins forces with Jim Orband for a solid hour of botanical tips, life advice, Earth, Wind, and Fire... and general fun. Join us!

Today's Guests:

Jim Orband - Senior Extension Agent Emeritus
Mac Houfek - Author of Reflections on a Coastal Garden

Gun Violence in Norfolk

Monday, July 22, 2019

Regina Mobley will talk to experts on programs to reduce urban gun violence - here in Hampton Roads and nationwide. Please call us and share your thoughts at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:

Robert Zullo - Virginia Mercury
Stacey Robinson - Guns Down movement
Michael Muhammad - Community Activist
Thomas Abt - Author of Bleeding Out: The Devastating Consequences of Urban Violence--and a Bold New Plan for Peace in the Streets

Rep. Bobby Scott / Sports and Gender / Mercy Chefs

Tuesday, July 16, 2019

Regina Mobley will talk to Congressman Bobby Scott about newly proposed legislation. Then we will discuss the fight over equal pay for women sports. Finally, a group of chefs are trying to help people in New Orleans during another flooding crisis.

Today's Guests:

Rep. Bobby Scott - VA-03
Anna North - Journalist
Walter Champion - Texas Southern University
Gary LeBlanc - Mercy Chefs

Children's Books / Little Stitch Studio

Monday, July 15, 2019

Cathy Lewis will talk about the world of children's books with Tayla Burney. Then we will hear about a unique sewing studio in Hampton Roads.

Today's Guests:

Nancy Sheppard - Author of Lost Attractions of Hampton Roads
Tayla Burney - Get Lit D.C.
Hilarie Dayton - Little Stitch Studio
Jane Short and Megan Padden - Women United

The Next Storm

Wednesday, July 10, 2019

A study from Old Dominion University has predicted the damage from the next hurricane to hit Hampton Roads, and the results are disturbing. Dr. Robert McNab will talk to Cathy about the implications. We'll also talk to Daily Press reporter Dave Ress about conditions in nursing homes, and a doctor from CHKD about the importance of vaccines. Finally, we will see what's going on in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:

Dr. Robert McNab - Old Dominion University
Dave Ress - Daily Press
Dr. Douglas Mitchell - CHKD

Gun Violence in Virginia / Deon Ridley

Tuesday, July 9, 2019

Regina Mobley will discuss gun violence in the Commonwealth as Virginia lawmakers gather for a special session on the issue. Then, we will talk to dancer Deon Ridley about his art and his career.

Today's Guests:

Deon Ridley - Dancer
Mechelle Hankerson - Virginia Mercury
Dr. Karl Minges - University of New Haven

Summer Memories of Hampton Roads

Monday, July 8, 2019

Guest host Joe Flanagan will explore the attractions, events, and surprises that have always made summer in Hampton Roads great. What are your fondest and craziest memories of our community? Join us at noon and share.

Today's Guests:

Richard Morris - Kiwanis Club
Thad Doumar - Doumar's
Craig Moeller - WVEC
Ashley Mars - The Virginia Zoo
Hamilton Perkins - Hamilton Perkins Collection