HearSay with Cathy Lewis

As authorities investigate the disturbing threats against journalists and political figures, Cathy Lewis will explore the nature of political violence in America today with a variety of experts. We'll get insight from Doron Ezickson of the Anti-Defamation League. Then we will talk to a Washington Post reporter about the false flag rumors which accompany incidents like these. We'd like our listeners to join this discussion.

Myles McNutt, our expert on culture from ODU, will tell us what creepy movies he's watching and why. Then, the CEO of the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation will talk about the future of Williamsburg and how they'll be celebrating the holidays. After that, we'll find out what's going on this week in Mal's World.

A new concern with civility is surfacing in media reports of ordinary people confronting politicians in their private lives. Then, Poynter editor David Beard will join us to discuss the violence aimed at silencing journalists around the world. We hope you'll tune in at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Across the country, undocumented immigrants are seeking refuge from the authorities in churches. We will speak directly to one of those refugees.

Early voter turnout is surging across Virginia. What conclusions can we draw from it, and what facts are still unknown? Plus, what do the latest polls say about the tight races in our area? Experts from Christopher Newport University and the Virginia Public Access Project will unpack it for us. After that, journalists from The Virginian-Pilot and Virginia Business will cover the top business stories affecting our community.

Jim Orband is the Mick Jagger of botany. He will bring his knowledge, his wit, and his special brand of Hokie swagger to the Portsmouth Extension Office. You can get your questions in to the show early by emailing, tweeting, or calling us at (757) 889-9105.

Have you had a paranormal experience? Do you believe in ghosts? The HearSay team will explore the world of the supernatural to sort it all out for you. Then, we will have a rigorous debate to determine - once and for all - the greatest horror movie ever made.

James Balog is a renowned photographer who captured the costs of flooding in our area. We will talk to him about his work and the documentary featuring him. Then an editor from Slate will tell us about the fights couples have again and again. Finally, a local author will discuss all the dark things that have happened here. Tune in at noon 89.5 WHRV-FM.

On the ballot this election, voters will consider two proposed amendments to the Virginia constitution. One will benefit the surviving spouses of disabled vets. The other will provide incentives for people to make their homes more resilient to flooding. We'll talk to the legislators behind these measures. Later in the hour, we will discuss the recent high-profile cases of journalists murdered overseas. What is happening and what should US policymakers and citizens do about it?

Dr. Phyllis Neumann is back in the studio to answer your toughest pet questions. We hope you'll join us at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM. You can always get your questions in to the show early by emailing, tweeting, or calling us at (757) 889-9105. Later, we'll find out what's going on this week in Mal's World.