The Water Crisis / Restoring Williamsburg

Wednesday, August 28, 2019

The Chesapeake Bay faces threats to its health from out of the state. Meanwhile, the global water crisis has hit close to home. Cathy Lewis will discuss these challenges with academics, a journalist, and one of our lawmakers. After that, we'll hear from an author about the restoration project that created Colonial Williamsburg. We'll end the show by checking in with what's happening This Week in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:

Rep. Elaine Luria - VA-02
Christy Everett - The Chesapeake Bay Foundation
Sarah Vogelsong - Virginia Mercury
Jay Famiglietti - Global Institute for Water Security
Carl Lounsbury - Author of Restoring Williamsburg

The FBI, Security and Democracy / The 1619 Project / Everybody's an Expert

Tuesday, August 27, 2019

Mike German infiltrated extremist groups as a special agent for the FBI. Today, he is a fellow with the Brennan Center for Justice’s Liberty and National Security Program. He will talk to Cathy Lewis about his new book: Disrupt, Discredit and Divide: How the New FBI Damages Democracy. What do you think about America's security policies in the 21st Century? Then, we will talk to a New York Times reporter about the legacy of the slave trade in America. And finally, in a time when everyone on social media can claim expertise, how do we know what's true?

Today's Guests:
Mike German - Author of Disrupt, Discredit and Divide
Nikole Hannah-Jones - The New York Times
Dr. Tom Nichols - Author of The Death of Expertise

The Comment Section

Monday, August 26, 2019

The Virginian-Pilot has ended its online comments section, joining other publications across the country. Is that a good thing? Do online comments add or detract from the public conversation around the news? Cathy Lewis will talk to experts on the situation, but we want to hear from you. Then, we will discuss tariffs and trade with ODU's Dr. Robert McNab. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:
Andrew Losowsky - The Coral Project
Christopher Wolf - Author of Viral Hate: Containing its Spread on the Internet
Dr. Robert McNab - Old Dominion University

Naro Expanded Video Farewell / Breastfeeding Awareness / 1619 Commemoration

Wednesday, August 21, 2019

Naro Expanded Video, a treasure to many in the Norfolk and Ghent community, will sadly close its doors at the end of August. You can join them for a final farewell celebration on August 25th. Also, we speak with the Outreach Coordinator for Norfolk's Women, Infants and Children Program. We then hear from Kathy Spangler about the 1619 Commemoration at Fort Monroe. We end the show by checking in with what's happening This Week in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:
Tim Hooper - Former Owner
Linda McGreevey - Former Owner
Patrick Taylor - General Manager 
Vincent Falzone
Tanika Jones
Kathy Spangler

"In the Garden" Live at Colonial Williamsburg Gardens

Tuesday, August 20, 2019

We'll be broadcasting live from the extravagant Garden Pavilion at Shield's Tavern in Colonial Williamsburg. We won't be taking calls, but get your questions in early on Facebook or email us at hearsay@whrv.org.

Today's Guests:
Jim Orband - Former Extension Agent
Laura Viancour - Colonial Williamsburg
Joanne Chapman - Colonial Williamsburg

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Monday, August 19, 2019

As students head back to school, many of them are already dreading the reality of student loan debt. But some may be seeking a career in public service, possibly making them eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Turns out it isn't always that simple, as we'll talk to a Virginia delegate who spent over a decade in public service only to find out that he is not eligible for loan forgiveness. What is your experience with student loan debt? Did you qualify for any type of loan forgiveness? Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:
Levar Stoney - Mayor of Richmond, VA
Del. Mike Mullin (D) - 93rd District, VA
Danielle Douglas-Gabrielle - The Washington Post

Portsmouth Gaming / CBD

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

Cathy Lewis will talk about plans to bring gaming to Portsmouth with city officials. Then we'll shift to the topic of CBD - it's everywhere, but what is it? Later, we'll find out what's going on this week in Mal's World.

Today's Guests:
Mayor John Rowe - City of Portsmouth
Robert Moore - City of Portsmouth
Yasmin Hurd - Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Rita Woods - Hemp House Wellness, Virginia Beach

Kris Worrell / Lyrical Lounge / Cohen Veterans Network

Tuesday, August 13, 2019

Tribune appointed Kris Worrell to be the new Editor-in-Chief for The Virginian-Pilot and the Daily Press. She will be in the studio to discuss the state of media and her plans for the future with Cathy Lewis. We'll also discuss the upcoming Lyrical Lounge show. Then, a new clinic is opening in the area to help veterans and their families.

Today's Guests:
Kris Worrell - The Virginian-Pilot and the Daily Press
Jonah Grikewitz - WHRV Producer
Skye Zentz - Songwriter and Educator
Dr. Iman Williams Christians and Justin Engle - Cohen Veterans Network

White Nationalism

Monday, August 12, 2019

Cathy Lewis will talk to experts on the changing threat of white nationalism in America. Then we will discuss how this has impacted the immigrant community in Hampton Roads. Please call us and share your thoughts at 1-800-940-2240 or 757-440-2665.

Today's Guests:
Melissa Etehad - Los Angeles Times
Rachel Glickhouse - ProPublica
Hugo Valverde - Valverde Law

Pet Health

Wednesday, August 7, 2019

Dr. Phyllis Neumann returns to the studio to answer your most pressing questions about pet care. 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 Guest:
Dr. Phyllis Neumann - Todds Lane Veterinary Hospital