HearSay with Cathy Lewis

The recent Equifax data breach has left the personal details of more than 143 million customers at risk. Today we'll speak with a financial expert about the breach and the steps you can take to protect your identity and credit. Later, a conversation with Jane Gardner in advance of her upcoming event "Live Each Day: A Talk with Jane Gardner." We'll also check in with Mal Vincent and find out what's going on this week in Mal's World. Tune in at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Hurricane Harvey devastated Houston, Texas last week. Today we're opening up our lines to get your response to the following question: Are you thinking and planning differently on the other side of Harvey? Why or why not? We'll also check in with Mal Vincent and find out what's going on this week in Mal's World. Tune in at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Richmond's Bryan Park closed for several hours on September 7 after activists hung eight clown effigies dressed in Klu Klux Klan robes from a tree. The incentive for the demonstration, according to activists, was to protest against white nationalism. Richmond leaders condemned the display; what do you think of the art? Later, Falling Man faced backlash when it debuted in the New York Times on September 12, 2001. We're talking with the photo's taker, Richard Drew, about the power of a photo. Join us at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240.

For many seniors, the biggest challenge of growing older is losing their independence. But early planning and advancements in technology are helping many seniors stay in the home of their choice, allowing them to remain independent. It's known as aging in place, and it typically involves renovating an existing home or relocating to communities planned around supporting the elderly. Today we'll explore local resources available to seniors, and their families, that are committed to aging in place. Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter and join us live with your calls at 440-2665.

Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have caused total destruction in the United States in the last few weeks. Today we'll bring you updates on the historic storms and talk with Michael Vernon, owner of Flood Insurance Hampton Roads, about what he calls the "3F's: Frustration, Fear, and Foreclosure."

The term is a dizzying one: transoceanic fiber cable station. But the technological and commercial benefits for our region are much clearer. A series of high speed data cables, run along the ocean floor, are about to connect Virginia Beach with locations all over the world. That connectivity has already drawn the attention of tech-giants like Google and Facebook, but regional leaders are hard at work making sure this tech-windfall benefits local businesses just as much, if not more. Today we'll consider how, say it with me, a new transoceanic fiber cable station, could transform the way our region does business (and streams Game of Thrones).

In the last week, North Korea fired a missile over Japan and claims to have detonated a hydrogen bomb. In the wake of those developments, we're continuing our August 9 conversation about the status of North Korea's nuclear situation. A few callers asked: What would happen if the United States were to shoot down North Korean missiles? Our expert has the answer. Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter and join us live with your calls at 440-2665.

In the wake of Norfolk's decision to relocate one of its confederate monuments, we thought it would be a good time to take a look at the people behind the statues. Today we'll talk with Dr. Jay Winick, author of "April 1865: The Month That Saved America" to learn more about Robert E. Lee's impact on history. We'll also check in with Mal Vincent and find out what's going on this week in Mal's World. Tune in at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM.

Today on HearSay Pet Health, guest host Joe Flanagan is joined by our favorite veterinarian Dr. Phyllis Neumann! We're ready to answer your toughest pet questions. Call us at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. If you can't get through on the phones, you can comment on our Facebook page or send us an email at [email protected].

Our coastal community is no stranger to severe weather. But, has a long history with hurricanes dulled our region's reaction time? Today we'll consider how residents can best prepare for not just hurricanes, but other potential emergency situations - like an active shooter, terrorist attack, or periods of civil unrest like Charlottesville recently endured. Does your family have an evacuation plan and a "go bag" packed and ready? Connect with us on Facebook and Twitter and join us live with your calls at 440-2665.