Table Talk

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

Politics, culture, and the phrase "Ok, Boomer." You're going to have a lot to talk about this Thanksgiving, and some of it could turn contentious and awkward. Cathy Lewis will help you navigate the mash potato minefield. Then, we'll find out what's happening in Mal's world.

Today's Guests:
Miles McNutt - Old Dominion University
Holly Scott - Piedmont Virginia Community College

Beyond the Block / Del. Eileen Filler-Corn

Tuesday, November 26, 2019

We will learn about a program that helps jail inmates express themselves through art. Then we will hear from the incoming Speaker of Virginia's House of Delegates, Del. Eileen Filler-Corn. Finally, Dr. Rachel Bitecofer of the Wason Center will join us to talk about the 2020 political season. Call us during the program at 757-440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240.

Today's Guests:
Dr. Erik Neil - Chrysler Museum of Art
Ken Stolle - Sheriff of Virginia Beach
Brian Mangum - Artist
Del. Eileen Filler-Corn - 41st District
Dr. Rachel Bitecofer - Wason Center, CNU

Virginia Beach Shooting Report / Removal of the Secretary of the Navy

Monday, November 25, 2019

Cathy Lewis will discuss the findings in the report about the shooting at the Virginia Beach Municipal Center this past May. Then we will talk to experts on the controversy surrounding the removal of the Secretary of the Navy. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM and share your opinions.

Today's Guests:
Alissa Skelton - The Virginian-Pilot
Paul Olsen - Retired Army Colonel
Dick Couch - Retired Navy SEAL and author of A Tactical Ethic: Moral Conduct in the Insurgent Battlespace

JOIN OUR LIVE STUDIO AUDIENCE

Wednesday, November 20, 2019

HearSay will continue its American Graduate series with a program about all the skilled careers in the maritime industry... and you're invited to the show! Cathy Lewis will interview experts on this field and take questions from people in the audience. For more information on how to be a part of this special program, see our event page.

Today's Guests:
Shawn Avery - Hampton Roads Workforce Council
Barbara Washer - Virginia Ship Repair Association
Thomas Stout - Tidewater Community College
Xavier Beale - Newport News Shipbuilding

In The Garden (At the Kaplan Orchid Conservatory)

Tuesday, November 19, 2019

Jim Orband has appeared again. And this time, he's taking us on an adventure. He and Cathy will visit the Kaplan Orchid Conservatory at ODU, and they will return with Associate Director Darrin Duling to answer all your plant questions on the show. Call us during the program at 757-440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240.

Today's Guests:
Jim Orband - Senior Extension Agent Emeritus
Darrin Duling - The Arthur and Phyllis Kaplan Orchid Conservatory

Mayor Alexander / Hunger and Homelessness / Clay Jenkinson

Monday, November 18, 2019

Norfolk Mayor Kenny Alexander will be on the program to discuss his plans for the city's future. Then, Cathy Lewis will discuss a new documentary about homeless people who have found a way to express themselves. We'll also tackle the issue of how hunger and homelessness affects kids. Then Clay Jenkinson, the scholar at the heart of The Thomas Jefferson Hour will talk to us about an upcoming performance... and the current political moment. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:
Kenny Alexander - Mayor of Norfolk
Kenny Hopkins - City Voices
Thaler McCormick - ForKids, Inc.
Clay Jenkinson - Thomas Jefferson – Architect and Palladian Scholar

Gen. Barry McCaffrey (Ret.) / Virginia and the Equal Rights Amendment / Will Liverman

Tuesday, November 12, 2019

Guest host Regina Mobley will talk to retired four-star general Barry McCaffrey about our most pressing national security issues. Then we'll discuss the prospect of Virginia being the key state to ratify the Equal Rights Amendment. Finally, we'll talk to opera superstar Will Liverman. Call us during the program at 757-440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240

Today's Guests:
Gen. Barry McCaffrey (Ret.) - BR McCaffrey Associates
Kati Hornung - VA Ratify ERA
Will Liverman - Opera Singer

Dr. Michael McFaul / Dangerous Politics / Casino

Monday, November 11, 2019

The former US ambassador to Russia will talk to Cathy about how international relations intersects with domestic politics and the ongoing impeachment inquiry. Then Bradley Moss will rejoin the program to discuss his experience with online threats and social media controversy. Finally, we'll learn about the latest developments on the Norfolk casino plan. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today's Guests:
Dr. Michael McFaul - Stanford University
Bradley Moss - Mark S. Zaid, PC
Jackie Glass - Community activist

Decision 2019 (and Decision 2020)

Wednesday, November 6, 2019

The day after the election, we'll talk to analysts and incoming lawmakers about what happened and where Virginia will go from here. Cathy Lewis will also discuss what the election might tell us about the national race in 2020. Join us at noon.

Today's Guests:
J. Miles Coleman - Sabato's Crystal Ball, University of Virginia Center for Politics
Shelly Simonds - Incoming Delegate (94th House District)
Sen. William DeSteph - 8th District
Alex Askew - Incoming Delegate (85th House District)
Marie Albiges - The Virginian-Pilot

Election Day!

Tuesday, November 5, 2019

Cathy Lewis will talk to experts on the choice facing Virginia as we go to the polls. Call us during the program at 757-440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240 and tell us what you're seeing in your precinct!

Today's Guests:
Dr. Quentin Kidd - The Judy Ford Wason Center for Public Policy at Christopher Newport University
David Poole - The Virginia Public Access Project
Nathaniel Rakich - FiveThirtyEight