Hunger / Victor Decker

Monday, October 26, 2020

Hunger is America is a serious problem, made worse by the pandemic and economic downturn. Cathy Lewis will talk about the issue with people involved in finding solutions. Then, we will discuss the unsolved murder of Norfolk Police Officer Victor Decker with his widow and two reporters from The Virginian-Pilot. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:
Salaam Bhatti - Virginia Poverty Law Center
Shelley Kimball, Ph.D - Military Family Advisory Network
Karen Joyner - Virginia Peninsula Foodbank
Gary Harki and Joanne Kimberlin - The Virginian-Pilot
Dawn Decker - Widow Of Victor Decker

Race For The House

Wednesday, October 21, 2020

As part of her continuing discussions with candidates, Cathy Lewis will talk to those in the race for the seats in the third and fourth Virginia districts in the House of Representatives.

Today's Guests:
Rep. Bobby Scott - VA-03
Rep. Donald McEachin - VA-04
John Collick - Candidate for the VA-03
Leon Benjamin - Candidate for the VA-04

COVID, Families And Gender / Sen. Tim Kaine

Tuesday, October 20, 2020

How is COVID-19 affecting our kids? How are distance learning and telecommuting challenging families? And are women bearing more of the burdens? We will discuss the implications of this pandemic and its costs. Then, we will talk to Sen. Tim Kaine about the issues affecting our state, and our country. Join us at noon.

Today's Guests:
Caroline Hanley - College Of William & Mary
Rebecca Vinroot - James City County
Wanda Moss - Nurse And Local Resident
Sen. Tim Kaine - Senator From Virginia

ACA / Elections

Monday, October 19, 2020

With a change in the makeup of the Supreme Court, lawmakers are discussing the possibility that the Affordable Care Act will end. What does this mean for Virginia? We will discuss the issue with state and medical experts. Then, Christopher Piper of the Virginia Department of Elections will talk about how the campaign season is shaping up and answer your questions. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:
Dr. Cynthia Romero - Eastern Virginia Medical School
Karen Kimsey - Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services 
Christopher Piper - Virginia Department of Elections

State Of The Region / Mental Health And Children / Race For The House

Wednesday, October 7, 2020

The Dragas Center For Economic Analysis And Policy has its report on the State Of The Region. We will unpack it with ODU's Robert McNab. We will also look at the mental health challenges young people face. Then, as part of continuing discussions with candidates, Cathy Lewis will talk to those in the race for the second seat in the House of Representatives.

Today's Guests:
Robert McNab - Old Dominion University
Dr. Mary Margaret Gleason - CHKD
Rep. Elaine Luria - VA-02

Casinos On The Ballot

Tuesday, October 6, 2020

We will talk about the question on the ballot about bringing casinos to Hampton Roads.

Today's Guests:
Jay Smith - Norfolk Casino Spokesperson
Jackie Glass - Spokesperson For Informed Norfolk
Robert Moore - Portsmouth Director of Economic Development

COVID And The Presidency / Election Interference / Losing Friends Over Politics

Monday, October 5, 2020

We will follow the latest developments on the cases of COVID-19 in the Trump administration. Cathy Lewis will also discuss the prospect of disruptions and interference at the polls on election day. Finally, we will talk about the friends and family we've become disconnected from over political arguments. Join the conversation at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:
Dr. Prathit Kulkarni - Baylor College Of Medicine
Claire Gastañaga - ACLU Of Virginia
Chris Marston - Dunlap Bennett & Ludwig
Barbara Crispell - Local Resident