HearSay with Cathy Lewis

In this, the final episode of "In The Garden," the alien craft arrives to bring Jim Orband back to his home among the stars. "I'll be right here," he says, touching a producer on the forehead with his glowing finger. There is a roar and a flash of light. He's still out there somewhere. Probably on the Peninsula. Please join the program by tuning in to 89.5 WHRV-FM.

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.

The House of Representatives passed a bill to lower the cost of prescription drugs by allowing the federal government to negotiate with drug companies. We discuss the issue with Rep. Bobby Scott. Then, Washington Post reporter Paul Sonne tells us about the new defense authorization bill which will create the sixth branch of the US military, the Space Force. Finally, Equality Virginia’s “Ask a Trans Person” panel series will conclude in Hampton this week. Please join the program by tuning in to 89.5 WHRV-FM.

As part of our American Graduate series, Cathy Lewis talks to experts about efforts to aid and teach women who are escaping domestic abuse, human trafficking and other dangers. Join us and share your thoughts on our Facebook page.

Cathy Lewis talks to national security expert Bradley Moss. Then, we discuss the effort to brand Hampton Roads.

More than two dozen communities across Virginia have made some kind of declaration that they will oppose new gun control laws. We start the conversation on this subject with Attorney General Mark Herring. Then we talk to journalists and other experts about the deeper implications. Please join the program by tuning in to 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today we explore the issue of feeling unsafe while alone in public, and how we can all be more mindful of each other. Have you ever felt unsafe while walking alone at night? What other daily occurences cause you to feel uneasy or uncomfortable? Do you believe your gender plays a role in your sense of safety? And finally, we look back on the legacy of ODU's first and only head football coach Bobby Wilder after his resignation.

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.

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.

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.