HearSay with Cathy Lewis

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.