Hearsay With Cathy Lewis

Today Cathy talks with Bill Chrystal, a historical interpreter who portrays Alexander Hamilton. He was inspired to portray Hamilton after serving as moderator of The Jefferson Hour for ten years. During that time he discovered that Hamilton was reviled by many of his peers which sparked his curiosity about this founding father. Chrystal has since delved into the life of Hamilton and found him to be a model of success whose lessons translate to modern times. Join us as we talk about many things, including Hamilton's proclamation that no "Citizen of the United States should refrain from turkey on Thanksgiving Day." Tune in!

Have you ever dreamed of being in the record books? We'll meet three local men who've done just that! From juggling to gum wrappers, we'll find out what it takes to break a record and talk with the man who judges these stunts from Guinness World Records, Stuart Claxton.

The leaves have finally started falling, and it's nearly winter, but that doesn't mean you can't get out and spruce up your lawn and garden. Even though he's retired, Jim Orband will join us today with his gardening expertise, and he's looking forward to taking your calls. 440-2665 or 1-800 940-2240.

According to the American Diabetes Association, 23.6 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes. That's an alarming 7.8 percent of the population, and those numbers keep going up. On today's HearSay and in honor of 2010 American Diabetes Month,we're talking about these staggering statistics, and the efforts to bring those numbers down by doctors and researchers right here in Hampton Roads.

Today we'll talk about the stories making headlines across Hampton Roads and the nation. And, what's on your mind? We want to know, so send us your comments and feedback to hearsay@whro.org. We'll read them on the air, then open up the phone lines. Give us a call at 440-2665 or 1-800 940-2240. Join us!

Steel Magnolias or Mommy Dearest...the emotionally-charged mother-daughter relationship is a tricky one. Mothers face challenges with their daugters at all ages. Join guest host Barbara Hamm Lee as we talk with experts who are familiar with this complex relationship at different levels. Join us for this interesting discussion.

Today is Veterans Day. The federal holiday set aside to honor those who served our Nation's military. Today, we'll talk about the history of the holiday that was established in 1919 and also how prior to the internet, generations of soldiers and families waited on mail as the only means of communication. Author Jack London explores the history of letter writing and the importance of honoring veteran memories through letters in his new book, "French Letters: Engaged in War." Also in the hour, we'll talk with local, award-winning author Joanne Steen who has launched a national campaign to draw attention to the unmet needs of a sometimes overlooked group who bear the ultimate burden and sacrifice for our country--surviving parents who have lost a military son or daughter in the line of duty. We'll also open our lines for your thoughts and reflections of Veterans Day.

If you spend 8+ hours with the same people, there's good chance of a romance forming within the workplace--especially with that big shared interest. Is romance on the clock a career do or don't? And how should it be handled? We're asking those questions on today's HearSay, and we want to hear your thought.

As we look ahead to the holiday season, has technology changed the way we celebrate? Have you switched from sending a stack of cards in the mail to sending them by e-mail? Is that proper etiquette? Laura Pulido with The Protocol Institute will join us along with HearSay tech consultant and career expert Ed Sykes of The Sykes Group.

Why would four innocent men confess to a rape and murder they didn't commit? It's the story of the "Norfolk 4" and their conviction in 1997. Tuesday, November 9th at 9p.m. on WHRO-TV, the story unfolds in "The Confessions." We'll talk with Frontline producer Ofra Bikel about the program and take your calls at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. Join us!

Do you know someone who updates his or her Facebook status every few minutes? Do you argue with your significant other about texting? Are you a parent who's constantly checking up on your child's social networking site? Technology addiction is a newer form of compulsive behavior that can have some very serious real-life consequences. Today on HearSay, we'll take a closer look at what's driving so many people to focus more on gadgets and profiles, and what can be done to keep real relationships from suffering.

As the pressures on the modern military increase, U.S. forces have been challenged with a smaller military, and private military companies have often been hired to fill the gap. In stories ripped from today's headlines, these companies have been both demonized with charges of fraud and abuse and heralded by others for playing an integral and necessary role in the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. ODU's Institute for Ethics and Public Affairs will explore these companies and their role in national security during a panel discussion, and on today's HearSay, we'll get an execlusive preview.

Who won? Who lost? We'll break down the 2010 Midterm Elections and compare them to those crucial opinion polls. We'll get the reaction from our experts, and we want to hear your thoughts on how the election played out.Guests: Kimball Payne, The Daily Press political reporter,Scott Keeter, Pew Center for the People & the Press

The 2010 Midterm Election all comes down to today. So, how is voter turnout? Who's going to the polls? We'll get the Election Day analysis, and we want to hear from you Guests:Anita Kumar, Washington Post political reporter Kimball Payne, The Daily Press political reporter

You may know what names to expect on the ballot on election day, but you'll also be asked three important tax questions. Today, we'll go over the three referenda you can expect on Tuesday's ballot. We'll also take some time to remember a long-time Hampton Roads leader, Rep. Owen Pickett, who passed away last week. Guests: Sharon McDonald, Norfolk Commissioner of the Revenue, Quentin Kidd, CNU Political Professor

With only days left until the 2010 Midterm elections, many races are still too close to speculate on a front-runner. As election day nears, join us for candid discussions with the candidates from the 3rd and 4th Congressional Districts without all the bright lights, glaring opposition, and campaign advertising as they share their thoughts on tough issues.

With only days left until the 2010 Midterm elections, many races are still too close to speculate on a front-runner. As election day nears, join us for candid discussions with the candidates from the 1st and 2nd Congressional Districts without all the bright lights, glaring opposition, and campaign advertising as they share their thoughts on tough issues.

Virginia's rich agricultural heritage and long growing season means a bountiful harvest of unique foods, fruits and vegetables. On today's HearSay, our resident food expert, Patrick Evans-Hylton, introduces us to some of the fine foods we need to eat in order to save.

The Red Flag Campaign is a public awareness campaign designed to address dating violence and promote the prevention of dating violence on college campuses. On today's HearSay, we'll learn more about the campaign, the signs of dating violence, and how you can help someone in a violent relationship.

What's in the news? Join host Cathy Lewis today as we explore some of the stories making local and national headlines. Call 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240 or post your comments on our Facebook page.