Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy related cause than White women. There are many reasons for the disparity, including lack of quality healthcare, underlying chronic conditions, structural racism, and implicit bias. One organization in Hampton Roads says there's another missing component in maternal and child well-being - Dad engagement! We hear from representatives of the Up Center about their Dad 2 Dads program -community outreach, care coordination, group-based support, and 1:1 coaching and mentoring for men; with the goal of an increase in babies born full term, decrease in NICU admissions, and a decrease in depressive symptoms for moms.

Our Round Table pundits bring analysis and commentary on our political climate today. From what to expect from the Virginia General Assembly, to the upcoming Iowa caucuses, to the intersection of higher education and Congress, pundits Daun Hester and Eric Claville share their views on the political landscape.

Another View is excited to kick off 2024 with an engaging conversation with author Jeffrey Blount! His new book is "Mr. Jimmy From Around the Way". It's a story of activism, speaking out on poverty, inequities in housing, education, healthcare, and justice. It's ultimately a story of love and redemption that hopefully will spur all of us to action.

As 2023 comes to an end, we at Another View reflect on the programs we've shared with you during the year. From the ever popular award-winning Another View Round Table, to Another View on Health, and our live, "on the road" shows, we've had a great year! May your 2024 be prosperous and wonderful! We'll be back live on January 4, 2024!

Book banning, removing African American history from public schools, a Black woman named Supreme Court justice, Brittany Griner released from Russian jail - just some of the major news stories affecting the Black community in 2023. Our Round Table pundits Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow, Gaylene Kanoyton, and Dr. Alvean Lyons talk about the stories that resonated with them personally. And we will celebrate pundit Carol Pretlow as she moves to emeritus status with our show.

The New Journal and Guide is the third oldest Black newspaper in the country, and since 1987 journalist Leonard Colvin has been a fixture on its weekly pages. Leonard Colvin has been chronicling Black life in Hampton Roads for more than 36 years, covering topics from civil rights to politics, to Black culture. We hear a conversation with Leonard about his life, his career, his thoughts on the future of the Black press, and what retirement looks like for him!

Stroke is defined as a "brain attack" that most often occurs when blood that brings oxygen to your brain stops flowing and brain cells die. And African Americans are more likely to experience stroke and/or die from it than any other racial group. Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby talks about the causes, treatments, and preventive measures you can take to prevent a stroke. And we'll tell you how to spot the signs of stroke - using F.A.S.T. - face drooping, arm weakness, speech difficulty, and when it's time to call 911 - because stroke is an emergency!

The holidays are here - time for family to come together and celebrate! Will your dinner table be full of laughter, love, and joy - or strife, conflict, and hurt feelings? Just how do you keep the peace between family members during what is supposed to be a joyous time of year? Relationship expert and leadership consultant Dr. Alvean Lyons shares some advice on how to avoid conflict and promote harmony. She will help you navigate everything from heated political arguments to managing the relative who has too much to drink!

Hear analysis of the outcomes of Virginia's 2023 elections from an African American perspective. How will control of the House and Senate affect the Black community? What was the impact of negative political ads that portrayed Black men as criminals? And do the results of Virginia's elections portend what is to come in 2024? Join Daun Hester, Gaylene Kanoyton, Carol Pretlow, and Dr. Eric Claville for "another view" of the elections.

She is the consummate journalist, whose commanding voice and presence has filled the news airwaves on every network in Hampton Roads, including WHRO-TV! After 50 years in journalism, Barbara is leaving the anchor desk to start a new chapter in her life, retirement. We take a look back at her stellar journalism career and how she has been a driving force behind the success of many of your favorite journalists of color. And we'll find out what's planned for "chapter 2" of her life.