Is there a national surge when it comes to lying on the stand? Scandal after scandal in the past decade, we've seen headlines about many high-profile cases that have struck a damaging blow to our judicial system. Why do people lie under oath? On today's program, we'll talk with about the consequences surrounding the "perjury epidemic" that's "undercutting the very foundation of our courts: relying on witnesses to tell the truth."

Originally aired on May 31, 2011

Segment A: Credit Downgrading

Standard & Poor's downgrading of the US credit rating continues to send shock waves through the global markets. On this segment, we'll talk about S&P's decision and its impact on the US economy.

Segment B: Navy SEAL Foundation

Last week's loss of 22 Navy SEALs - 20 of whom were based locally - has brought about an outpouring of grief throughout Hampton Roads. During this segment, we'll talk with a representative from the Navy SEAL Foundation about ways to support the Naval Special Warfare community and their families.

Alternative media plays an increasingly active role in our community. From pop culture to politics, these local journalists are passionate in their efforts to highlight the challenges and celebrations of Hampton Roads. On Wednesday's show, we'll talk with editors and publishers of local alternative media about their work. We'll also examine how online news sites are shifting the nature of news-gathering.

Garrison Keillor, the beloved host of public radio's "Prairie Home Companion," is coming to Portsmouth this month on the "A Prairie Home Companion - Summer Love Tour." On today's program, Garrison joins Cathy with all the latest news from Lake Wobegon, as well as what to expect from this latest tour, which includes The Guy's All-Star Shoe Band and sound-effects man Mr. Fred Newman.

We begin the week with the latest news headlines that have you talking. We open up our lines for you to let us know your thoughts by calling in live at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. You can also e-mail the program at [email protected] or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

The Great Recession and a growing concern for the environment are changing how Americans work, live - and shop. On today's broadcast, we'll examine the shifting nature of consignment shops. Once relegated to The Mall's shadow, consignment shops are the new Retail Boutiques - and consumers are clamoring for their recycled bargains.

Recent sports headlines have focused on the dangers of head injuries in professional sports, but youth athletes are more likely to suffer from these dangerous injuries than their adult counterparts. On today's broadcast, Cathy talks with pediatric and neurological specialists about the special challenges of treating - and recovering from - youth concussions.

We continue with latest news headlines that have you talking. We open up our lines for you to let us know your thoughts by calling in live at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. You can also e-mail the program at [email protected] or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

We begin the week with the latest news headlines that have you talking. We open up our lines for you to let us know your thoughts by calling in live at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. You can also e-mail the program at [email protected] or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

This weekend, the Virginian-Pilot begins a five-part series on the medical staff at the Navy-run hospital at Kandahar Airfield. Since the start of the war, more than 100 doctors, nurses and corpsmen from Portsmouth Naval Medical Center have served there. On today's show, we'll talk with the reporter and photographer about their experiences in Afghanistan and the local medical staff who serve in that warzone.