Virginia Beach Strong / The Norfolk Casino

Monday, September 30, 2019

Last week, Virginia Beach police released a report on the shooting at the municipal center. What comes next for the city? We'll talk to Mayor Bobby Dyer about it. Then, we will discuss the plan to bring a casino to Norfolk. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:
Mayor Bobby Dyer - City of Virginia Beach
Ryan Murphy - The Virginian-Pilot
Andria McClellan - Norfolk City Council
Jackie Glass - Norfolk resident and activist

The Impeachment Inquiry / The Report of the Virginia Beach Municipal Center Shooting

Wednesday, September 25, 2019

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has launched an impeachment inquiry, and we will talk to Rep. Elaine Luria (VA-02) and Prof. Saikrishna Prakash about the ramifications. Then, we will discuss the report of the Virginia Beach Municipal Center shooting with Council Member Michael Berlucchi. Join HearSay at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM. 

Today's Guests:
Rep. Elaine Luria - VA-02
Saikrishna Prakash - University of Virginia School of Law
Michael Berlucchi - Virginia Beach City Council

American Graduate 3: The Generation Gap

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

As part of our American Graduate 3 Initiative, HearSay will explore the generation gap in the skilled trades industry. As college costs rise, young people are exploring these career fields and trying to convince parents to understand the new possibilities. Have you talked to your children about these types of jobs? 

Today's Guests:

Dr. Quentin Kidd - Dean, College of Social Sciences at CNU
Anne Lassere - Licensed Contractor Artio Contracting, LLC
Sherri Miles-Foley - President of Miles Roofing, Inc. 
Dr. Corey McCray - Tidewater Community College

The Economics of Happiness / Climate Strike

Monday, September 23, 2019

University of Virginia men's basketball coach Tony Bennett turned down a raise last week, saying that he had more than enough money. While most of us would agree that an annual salary of $1 million would make for a comfortable life, how much is money tied to your happiness? Have you ever turned down a higher paying job for one that better satisfied you? We'll discuss the economics of happiness with a UCLA meditation expert and a Yale psychology professor. We'll also discuss the issue with Regina Brayboy, who is launching a unique new venture. Finally, we will talk to a student who participated in the global climate strike. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:

Dr. Laurie Santos - Yale University Professor of Psychology
Diana Winston - Director of Mindfulness Education
Regina Brayboy - President, Encore Writing & Storytelling Productions
Morgan Duyos - Mothers Out Front

Vaping

Wednesday, September 18, 2019

How dangerous is vaping? How is it affecting our health, our kids, and our community? Cathy Lewis will talk about this subject with a variety of experts. Then we'll find out what's happening in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:
Dr. Albert Rizzo - American Lung Association
Dr. Christopher Foley - Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters
Divya Ramamurthi - Stanford
Michael McGee - Virginia Beach Public Schools

In the Garden

Tuesday, September 17, 2019

Like swallows to Capistrano, Jim Orband will return in glory and majesty. He will answer your toughest gardening questions, and we will listen to Earth, Wind & Fire. You can always get your questions in to the show early by emailing, tweeting, or calling us at 440-2665 or (800) 940-2240.

Today's Guests:
Jim Orband - Senior Extension Agent Emeritus

The Price of Health

Monday, September 16, 2019

Del. Lee Carter has called for a cap on insulin prices. Cathy Lewis will discuss the cost of that life-saving medicine with him, and we will hear from a woman who has been impacted by this issue personally. Then we will discuss efforts by the UVA Health System to collect medical debts from patients. A Washington Post article reported that it has sued thousands of people, seized bank accounts, put liens on property, and forced people into bankruptcy. Later in the program, we will hear about a local man who is HIV-positive and recently donated a kidney to a recipient with HIV as part of a clinical trial.

Today's Guests:
Del. Lee Carter - District 50
Nicole Smith-Holt - Activist
Jay Hancock - Kaiser Health News
Karl Neumann - Sentara

Sen. Tim Kaine / Military Cuts / Trusted Healers

Wednesday, September 11, 2019

Cathy Lewis will talk to Sen. Tim Kaine and Craig Quigley about cuts to military programs in Hampton Roads. We will also learn more about a book with a blueprint to transform healthcare in America. Finally, we'll find out what's happening in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:
Sen. Tim Kaine - Senator from Virginia
Craig Quigley - Hampton Roads Military and Federal Facilities Alliance
Dan Pelino - Author of Trusted Healers: Dr. Paul Grundy and the Global Healthcare Crusade
Bud Ramey - Contributor to Trusted Healers

Is Age Just a Number? / American Dreamer

Tuesday, September 10, 2019

We'll hear from a Politico writer, a professor of public health, and a workforce expert about our aging population. Then Cathy will talk to the director of a new crime thriller filmed in Norfolk. Join our conversation at noon.

Today's Guests:
Timothy Noah - Politico
Dr. S. Jay Olshansky - University of Illinois at Chicago
Michael Godwin - Hampton Roads Society for Human Resource Management
Derrick Borte - Writer and director of American Dreamer

NOAA / Dorian Aftermath / Election Season

Monday, September 9, 2019

Is information about the weather becoming politicized? Cathy Lewis will discuss that issue and then get the update about the operation to clean up after Hurricane Dorian in Ocracoke Island. Finally, Dr. Quentin Kidd will give us his insight on the 2019 general elections in Virginia.

Today's Guests:
Dr. Gretchen Goldman - The Union of Concerned Scientists
Connie Leinbach - The Ocracoke Observer
Dr. Quentin Kidd - Christopher Newport University