It's our last show. We've been together through elections, wars, impeachments and acandals, hurricanes, historic firsts, the Covid-19 pandemic, and the insurrection at the Capitol. We've also talked about gardening, pets, families, and Game of Thrones. We hope you know we couldn't have done it without you.

Finale

We discuss how the pandemic has changed us. Then, we learn about new ways to have an adventure that starts here in Eastern Virginia.

Pandemic Reflection / New Travel Options in Hampton Roads

We look ahead to this season of politics with Dr. Quentin Kidd from Christopher Newport University. We also discuss the survival of a Norfolk entertainment landmark. Finally, we talk about how you can prepare for the storms to come in 2021.

Virginia Elections / The Naro Cinema / The 2021 Hurricane Season

Cathy discusses how the new military budget priorities will affect Hampton Roads. Then, we talk to Hampton Mayor Donnie Tuck about his efforts to curb gun violence among young people. Finally, we explore a local movie project.

Military Budget / Youth Violence / White Buffalo: An American Prophecy

We unpack the new CDC guidelines on what fully vaccinated people can do and how it affects businesses. If you're a business owner or employer, will you be requiring proof of vaccination for your employees or patrons?

Navigating New CDC Guidelines

We talk to health officials about combating vaccine hesitancy in the state. Then we discuss how the recent panic buying situation with gasoline could teach us a few lessons about social resiliency. And finally, we talk to a local history teacher and author about his new book.

Mask & Vaccine Update / The Long Journey Home

The deadline to file your tax returns approaches. We talk about how to meet this challenge at a unique time. We also discuss the results of the GOP Convention and the fight for local journalism.

Tax Returns / GOP Convention / Local Journalism

What does social mobility include, and how can the community build institutions that encourage it? We discuss these issues, and how social mobility has been impacted by the economic downturn. We also discuss what "hustle culture" is and then talk about the community of vet entrepreneurs in Hampton Roads, and how they have met the challenge of COVID-19

Social Mobility / Hustle Culture / Veteran Entrepreneurs

We discuss the issues surrounding children and COVID-19 vaccines. Then, we unpack the results of the GOP nominating conventions and look ahead to the Democratic primaries and the general election season.

Vaccines And Kids / 2021 Elections

The legendary plant guru joins Cathy one last time to answer your botanical questions and say goodbye to the show.

Jim Orband Returns

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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.

Conversion Therapy

Politics, gun violence, immigrant detentions, drug policy, and the death of Jamycheal Mitchell have made the news in our community over the last few weeks. Cathy Lewis will talk about the deeper implications of these stories with reporters, experts, and our listeners.  

HearSay Headlines

Heather Cordasco

Bill DeSteph

Dr. James Fishkin of Stanford University discusses his unique approach to bringing ordinary citizens together to solve political problems. Then Cathy Lewis talks to two candidates on the ballot in November. Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

America in One Room / Heather Cordasco / Sen. Bill DeSteph

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.

Iran / News Deserts / State of the Commonwealth

Nancy Guy

Nancy Guy holds a narrow lead over incumbent delegate Chris Stolle for the 83rd District seat in the House of Delegates. We talk to her about the upcoming recount to certify the results and her policy priorities for the Commonwealth. Then, a researcher from Virginia Commonwealth University has written a fascinating and disturbing study that shows US life expectancy dropping. Finally, the UN has issued a "bleak" report on climate change. What can be done? Join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM for an important, sobering episode of HearSay.

Nancy Guy / Life Expectancy / Climate Change

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

Pet Health

Tim Kaine

Cathy Lewis talks to Senator Tim Kaine about the state of military housing in Virginia, his proposal to raise the age for tobacco consumption, and the ongoing impeachment process. Then, we discuss a new sculpture in Richmond. Finally, a discovery in Norfolk might shed light on the Underground Railroad in Hampton Roads.

Sen. Tim Kaine / Rumors of War / Underground Railroad

Barry McCaffrey

Will Liverman

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.

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

Mark Warner

Senator Mark Warner talks to us about his work on the Intelligence Committee and ongoing national security matters. We also talk to Dr. Tom Nichols about events in Syria and an ODU professor about tidal flooding.

Syria and Russia / Sen. Mark Warner / Flooding

Clay Jenkinson

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

Mayor Alexander / Hunger and Homelessness / Clay Jenkinson

We learn about a program that helps jail inmates express themselves through art. Then we hear from the incoming Speaker of Virginia's House of Delegates, Del. Eileen Filler-Corn. Finally, Dr. Rachel Bitecofer of the Wason Center joins us to talk about the 2020 political season.

Beyond the Block / Del. Eileen Filler-Corn

Dr. Bob McNab joins us to talk about the state of the region. Then Cathy Lewis discusses the new exhibit at the Chrysler Museum of Art, which explores the architecture - and morally complicated legacy - of Thomas Jefferson. After that, we find out what's happening This Week in Mal's World.

State of the Region / Thomas Jefferson

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

Table Talk

Shelly Simonds talks about her rematch against the incumbent in the 94th House district, a contest that will reprise the tightest race in the 2017 election. We also hear from Dr. Rachel Bitecofer about new election data. Then we discuss a new play about Alzheimer's.

A Tight Race / "Taking Leave"

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.

Trucking in 2020 / Sen. Kaine / SOTU and Iowa

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

Decision 2019 (and Decision 2020)

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.

Norfolk School Start Times / Vexit

May is National Bike Month and we take a look at all of the exciting events happening in Norfolk and beyond. Which events are you excited about? Do you use the bike lanes in Norfolk or the Pace Bike Share program? We examine how bikes are fitting into our local community. Then we discuss a new website that helps you stay up to date on flood information and planning. We also talk to Senator Tim Kaine about military housing, the defense budget, and Iran. Finally, we check in to see what’s going on in Mal’s World. 

Bikes / Get Flood Fluent!

For Valentine's Day guest host Regina Mobley will talk about the importance of heart health and the medical experts who save lives in Hampton Roads. Then, we will see what's going on in Mal's World.  

Heart Health

Jen Kiggans

We talk about the latest news involving the coronavirus outbreak. Then, state Senator Jen Kiggans (R) joins to discuss issues in the 7th district. Finally we get an update from Virginian-Pilot reporter Marie Albiges on what's happened so far in the 2020 General Assembly session.

Coronavirus / General Assembly Session Update / State Sen. Jen Kiggans

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