Ben Davenport / Virginia Voting Access

Wednesday, October 31, 2018

Virginia Beach mayoral candidate Ben Davenport will talk to us about his campaign. Then we will discuss why Virginia is one of the hardest states in which to vote. Give us a call at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:

Ben Davenport - Virginia Beach Mayoral Candidate
Dr. Michael Pomante - Jacksonville University
Sue Lewis - President, League of Women Voters of Virginia

Coming up after the show: Radio Lab

Attorney General Herring / Bob Dyer

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

Virginia's Attorney General Mark Herring has made headlines with his launch of a hotline to report abuse by the clergy and his efforts to reform the bail system. We will talk to him and to experts from the Legal Aid Justice Center. Then we will talk to Bob Dyer, a candidate for mayor of Virginia Beach. We hope you'll tune in at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:

Mark Herring - Attorney General of Virginia
Adeola Ogunkeyede - Legal Aid Justice Center
Bob Dyer - Virginia Beach Mayoral Candidate

Coming up after HearSay: The Thomas Jefferson Hour

Extremism and Political Violence

Monday, October 29, 2018

As authorities investigate the disturbing threats against journalists and political figures, Cathy Lewis will explore the nature of political violence in America today with a variety of experts. We'll get insight from Doron Ezickson of the Anti-Defamation League. Then we will talk to a Washington Post reporter about the false flag rumors which accompany incidents like these. We'd like our listeners to join this discussion. Call us at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:

Doron Ezickson - Washington, DC Regional Director, ADL
Abigail Ohlheiser - Reporter, The Washington Post
Lauren Anderson - Retired FBI Agent and CEO of LC Anderson International

Coming up after HearSay: Left, Right & Center

Horror Movies | Colonial Williamsburg

Thursday, October 25, 2018

Myles McNutt, our expert on culture from ODU, will tell us what creepy movies he's watching and why. Then, the CEO of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation will talk about the future of Williamsburg and how they'll be celebrating the holidays. After that, we'll find out what's going on this week in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:

Myles McNutt - Assistant Professor, ODU
Mitchell Reiss - CEO, Colonial Williamsburg

Coming up after HearSay: A Way with Words

Civility and Protest | Hunting Journalists

Wednesday, October 24, 2018

A new concern with civility is surfacing in media reports of ordinary people confronting politicians in their private lives. Then, Poynter editor David Beard will join us to discuss the violence aimed at silencing journalists around the world. We hope you'll tune in at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:

David Beard - Contributing Editor, Poynter

Coming up after the show: Radio Lab

Sanctuary

Tuesday, October 23, 2018

Across the country, undocumented immigrants are seeking refuge from the authorities in churches. We will talk to one of them. Call us at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:

Abbie Arevalo Herrera - Immigrant Seeking Sanctuary
Alina Kilpatrick - Immigration Attorney
Lana Heath de Martínez - Activist
Rev. Isaac Collins - Wesley Memorial Church, Charlottesville, VA

Coming up after HearSay: The Thomas Jefferson Hour

Politics Update | Business Update

Monday, October 22, 2018

Early voter turnout is surging across Virginia. What conclusions can we draw from it, and what facts are still unknown? Plus, what do the latest polls say about the tight races in our area? Experts from Christopher Newport University and the Virginia Public Access Project will unpack it for us. After that, journalists from The Virginian-Pilot and Virginia Business will cover the top business stories affecting our community. Call us at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:

Dr. Quentin Kidd - The Wason Center for Public Policy, CNU
David Poole - Executive Director, Virginia Public Access Project
Kimberly Pierceall - Reporter, The Virginian-Pilot
Michael O'Connor - Assistant Editor, Virginia Business

Coming up after HearSay: Left, Right & Center

In the Garden (Live Remote)

Thursday, October 18, 2018

Jim Orband is the Mick Jagger of botany. He will bring his knowledge, his wit, and his special brand of Hokie swagger to the Portsmouth Extension Office. You can get your questions in to the show early by emailing, tweeting, or calling us at (757) 889-9105. Later, we'll find out what's going on this week in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:

Jim Orband - Senior Extension Agent Emeritus

Coming up after HearSay: A Way with Words

Do You Believe in Ghosts?

Wednesday, October 17, 2018

Have you had a paranormal experience? Do you believe in ghosts? The HearSay team will explore the world of the supernatural to sort it all out for you. Then, we will have a rigorous debate to determine - once and for all - the greatest horror movie ever made. Join us with your stories and opinions at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:

Kathy Martin - WHRO staffer and producer of "Writer's Block"

Coming up after the show: Radio Lab

Flooding, Fighting and Murder

Tuesday, October 16, 2018

James Balog is a renowned photographer who captured the costs of flooding in our area. We will talk to him about his work and the documentary featuring him. Then an editor from Slate will tell us about the fights couples have again and again. Finally, a local author will discuss all the dark things that have happened here. Tune in at noon 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:

James Balog - Photographer
Laura Bennett - Editor, Slate
Nancy Sheppard - Author, Hampton Roads Murder and Mayhem

Coming up after HearSay: The Thomas Jefferson Hour