Hearsay With Cathy Lewis

Local mayors have called for The Virginian-Pilot to stay where it is. Cathy talks to one of them about their concerns. Then, we break down the events of Super Tuesday in Virginia.

Cathy discusses COVID-19, also known as the coronavirus disease, with local experts. Also, the government will be collecting the census this year, with important policy implications. We unpack what you can expect.

A ban on conversion therapy for gay minors has passed Virginia's General Assembly and seems poised to become law. Cathy Lewis discusses this issue with experts, and with someone who has gone through conversion therapy himself.

We discuss how the coronavirus is affecting stocks and a new bus service from Hampton Roads to Washington, DC. Then Clay Jenkinson talks to Cathy Lewis about his work, his appearances, and his portrayal of the third president.

Amid a wave of lawsuits over sexual abuse allegations, the Boy Scouts of America filed for bankruptcy last week. Can this 110 year-old organization survive? We talk to New York Times op-ed editor, and Eagle Scout, Clay Risen about why he thinks scouting should continue, but the Boy Scouts should end. Then, we talk about how decision makers deal with the uncertainties around extreme weather in Hampton Roads. Finally, we reprise an interview Cathy Lewis conducted with the late Katherine Johnson, the legendary mathematician at NASA.

For most of us, breaking away from Facebook is not easy. But a Stanford study shows that it causes users to feel less happy and amplifies political divisions. We talk to the co-author about their research before switching over to another social media platform – Instagram. Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg is enlisting popular meme accounts to target younger voters using the app. Our resident pop culture expert, ODU’s Dr. Myles McNutt, joins to shed light on the interesting approach.

Have you had a discussion, or even an argument, about whether you should vaccinate your children? We hear from someone whose children and grandchildren are divided over this issue. Cathy Lewis explores how the topic of vaccination affects friendships and families. Then we talk to medical experts to untangle the facts.

The “Virginia Values Act,” aimed at ensuring protections for LGBTQ people from discrimination in housing, employment and public spaces, passed in both chambers of the Virginia General Assembly last week. We talk to lawmakers and advocates on both sides of the issue today. Then, we discuss the fate of the Equal Rights Amendment.

The Virginia legislature passed a bill to end the holiday honoring Robert E. Lee and Stonewall Jackson. We talk about the history of the day itself and how we should remember our past in the Commonwealth. After that, we talk about the century anniversary of the Virginia Maritime Association, and what the coming years will bring for our ships and ports.

Rep. Bobby Scott talks about the PRO Act, a bill to strengthen the power of labor unions, and the state of labor law in Virginia. We hear from Marc Freedman of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce about these issues as well. Then, we discuss the recent buyouts of experienced Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press journalists.

Our entire economy depends on the transport of goods, and trucking is an important component of that. But local truckers say their jobs are becoming more difficult than ever. We talk about the issue with two experts. Then, Sen. Tim Kaine joins us to discuss the impeachment vote later today. Finally, we talk with our listeners about the Iowa caucus partial results, the State of the Union, and how the political season is developing. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM to talk about changes in this industry, and what they mean for all of us.

The governor of West Virginia has asked the western counties of Virginia to secede and join their state. This offer prompts a serious question: How different have the eastern and western parts of this Commonwealth become? We'll talk about it with Dr. Quentin Kidd. But first, Norfolk schools are changing their start times, and we'll discuss the implications.

Cathy Lewis talks to Amy Webb about the disturbing new world of artificial intelligence. Then we discuss how hoaxes and fake news might impact the coming election. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

We talk to Dave Ress from the Daily Press about efforts to change minimum wage laws. Then, do we need tougher regulations for payday lenders? We discuss the issue with people involved in the controversy, including Virginia's attorney general. Finally, we hear about St. Irene's, a new play at Zeiders American Dream Theater.

We discuss the state of local journalism here and across the country. Then we talk about the debate over gun policy with the husband of Kate Nixon, who lost her life in the Virginia Beach Municipal Center shooting.

Join HearSay for Pet Health with Dr. Phyllis Neumann. You can email us your questions, post them on our Facebook page or call us during the show at 757-440-2665. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

The governor announced plans to deal with the high rate of evictions in the Commonwealth. We discuss the issue with a representative from the Virginia Poverty Law Center. Then Attorney General Mark Herring joins the program to discuss his efforts to fight hate crimes. Finally, a Norfolk native talks about his new film.

Cathy talks to journalist Peter Bergen about his book, Trump and His Generals: The Cost of Chaos. We also hear about a new plan for hospice care in Virginia Beach and discuss how healthcare will impact the 2020 election. Finally, HearSay producer Jonah Grinkewitz interviews Bennett Wales about his song, "Hey Otto." Please join the program by tuning in to 89.5 WHRV-FM.

New York Times reporter David Philipps joins us to discuss his coverage of Navy SEAL Edward Gallagher's trial and what it means for the special warfare community. Then, Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer talks about his call for a special city counsel session to discuss making the city a second amendment sanctuary. Robert Zullo of Virginia Mercury helps us unpack state issues, and Gil Bland of the Urban League of Hampton Roads discusses his organization's plans to mark Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Cathy Lewis talks to experts about the ongoing crisis concerning Iran. In addition, UNC professor Penelope Abernathy discusses the collapse of local journalism in areas across the country. Finally, we hear from Dr. Robert McNab about the Dragas Center's annual State of the Commonwealth Report.