Notre Dame / Zeiders American Dream Theater / Diane Carlson Evans

Wednesday, April 17, 2019

How will we rebuild after the fire at Notre Dame cathedral? We'll discuss it on the show. Then we'll hear about a unique high-concept show at Zeiders American Dream Theater. We'll also talk to Diane Carlson Evans, who served as a nurse during the Vietnam War, and is being celebrated for her work at the Virginia International Tattoo. Finally, we'll find out what's going on this week in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:

Ray Gindroz - Co-Founder of Urban Design Associates
Kevin Kwan - Christ and St. Luke's Episcopal Church
Chris Van Cleave and James Bryan - Zeiders American Dream Theater
Diane Carlson Evans - Virginia International Tattoo

In The Garden (Live Remote at The Mariners' Museum)

Tuesday, April 16, 2019

Jim Orband, the Wizard of Wisteria himself, will join Cathy at The Mariners' Museum to celebrate Historic Garden Week. They will talk about the upcoming festivities and help you grapple with all your spring gardening dilemmas during this exciting and sometimes challenging season. Please join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:

Howard Hoege III - The Mariners' Museum and Park
Courtnay Gilmore - Historic Garden Week

Felicity Huffman and Public Apologies / The New World of Streaming Media

Monday, April 15, 2019

At this point we’re used to celebrities and public figures making mistakes. We’re also used to the predictable public apology statement or video. The most recent case was actress Felicity Huffman for her part in the college admissions scandal. But what do they hope to accomplish with these public apologies? We’ll discuss the art of the public apology. Call us at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:

Howard Bragman - La Brea Media
Dr. Ashraf Rushdy - Wesleyan University

Disaster Funding

Wednesday, April 10, 2019

When natural catastrophes strike, we have to make difficult funding and policy choices. How can we cooperate to help each other so these crises don't tear us apart? Cathy will talk about the issue with Washington Post columnist Greg Sargent. Norfolk Director of Emergency Preparedness and Response James Redick will help us sort through these questions locally. Then Virginia Beach City Manager Dave Hansen will talk about why city residents will see reduced insurance premiums. Finally, we'll find out what's going on this week in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:

Greg Sargent - The Washington Post
James Redick - The City of Norfolk
Dave Hansen - The City of Virginia Beach

Food Insecurity / Reinventing America's Schools

Tuesday, April 9, 2019

First, Cathy will talk to the director of a group that serves restaurant quality food to victims, volunteers and first responders. We're going to explore the issue of food insecurity together. Then, we'll discuss a proposal for ambitious reforms to our nation's schools. Finally, we will talk to the people behind the student chef program in Virginia Beach's public schools. Please join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:

Kristin Macan - Mercy Chefs
David Osborne - Author, Reinventing America's Schools: Creating a 21st Century Education System
Kip Poole - Virginia Beach Public Schools

The Confederate Monument Question / UVA Basketball

Monday, April 8, 2019

Attorneys representing the City of Norfolk are attempting to move a Confederate Monument away from the downtown area. This decision is part of a controversy that has dominated headlines across the country. But now it comes to our backyard. What do you think should be done? How do you see these monuments, and where do they fit into our Commonwealth's history? Cathy will discuss the issue with experts, but we want to hear from you. Then at the end of the show, we'll talk about the recent triumph of the UVA men's basketball team. Call us at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:

Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander - Norfolk State University
Dr. Jonathan Leib - Old Dominion University
Lamont Maddox - UVA Club of Tidewater

Pet Health

Wednesday, April 3, 2019

Dr. Phyllis Neumann is back in the studio to answer your toughest pet questions. We hope you'll join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM. You can always 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:

Dr. Phyllis Neumann - Todds Lane Veterinary Hospital

Homelessness

Tuesday, April 2, 2019

HearSay explores the myths and the realities of homelessness in America with experts from the City of Virginia Beach and the Union Mission Ministries, as well as our culture guru Dr. Myles McNutt. Please join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:

Dr. Myles McNutt - Old Dominion University
Andrew Friedman - City of Virginia Beach
Linda C. Jones - The Union Mission Ministries

Sexual Harassment Allegations / Women's Rights / Pay Equity

Monday, April 1, 2019

Jenna Portnoy of The Washington Post details the story of sexual harassment accusations leveled against former Virginia governor L. Douglas Wilder. Then, we will discuss the state of women's rights worldwide with Maria Zammit of the World Affairs Council of Greater Hampton Roads. Also, Elaine Weiss will talk about her book The Woman's Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote. Finally, Kimberly Pierceall of The Virginian-Pilot will tell us about pay equity. Call us at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.Today's Guests:

Jenna Portnoy - The Washington Post
Maria Zammit - World Affairs Council of Greater Hampton Roads
Elaine Weiss - Author of The Woman's Hour: The Great Fight to Win the Vote
Kimberly Pierceall - The Virginian-Pilot