HearSay with Cathy Lewis

Join us for another edition of Headlines, when we tackle the latest news headlines that have you talking. Today we'll open our lines and take your reactions to the recent Orlando night club shooting; the deadliest mass shooting in American history. We invite you to share your question, and comments 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.

Today we're joined in studio by the GOP candidates vying for the U.S. House of Representatives seat being vacated by retiring Virginia Congressman, Scott Rigell. We'll leave the bright lights, glaring opposition, and aggressive campaign advertising behind and foster a candid discussion in which the candidates can share their thoughts on tough issues and their goals for the Commonwealth. We've created these long-form conversations so you, the voter, know exactly where the candidates stand on vital issues, such as civil rights, defense spending and economic development, when you cast your ballots on June 14th.

Have you ever had that terrifying moment at work when you wondered when someone would find out you have no idea what you're doing; or assumed you were just one mistake away from being fired? You're not alone. Nearly 70% of people have what's been described as "imposter syndrome," the feeling that they don’t deserve to be where they are in life. There is evidence to suggest that imposter syndrome correlates with success—and today we'll explore new research showing that people with imposter syndrome tend to be perfectionists, working tirelessly to make sure they excel in every single field.

The Atlantic Hurricane Season began last week and runs through November 30th. And while Hampton Roads does not typically see an increase in storm activity until late August, there is always the conversation to be had about preparedness. Federal forecasters released their predictions for this season and say this season is expected to be the most active since 2012. On the Wednesday edition of HearSay we'll talk hurricane preparedness with the emergency management coordinators from across our region about what might lie ahead for us this season and how you can be ready.

Join us for another edition of Headlines, when we tackle the latest news headlines that have you talking. Today we'll consider the social media firestorm that followed the rescue of a young child after a fall into a gorilla enclosure at the Cincinnati Zoo. We invite you to share your question, and comments 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.

Next Tuesday, Virginians will cast the first ballots in what is already proving to be a hard-fought race to fill the U.S. House of Representatives seat being vacated by retiring Virginia Congressman, Scott Rigell. Today we'll take a closer look at the three candidates on the June 14th Republican primary ballot and consider how the results of that contest will impact the decision facing voters when a Republican and Democrat square off for the 2nd District seat come November.

Today we'll talk with Jarl Mohn about deep media experience has spanned all media platforms as well as rapid changes in audience trends. He spent almost 20 years in radio, many as a disc jockey at stations including WNBC in New York. In addition to his on-air work in radio, he served as a programmer, general manager, and owner of a group of radio stations. He created E! Entertainment Television, and served as its president and CEO for almost a decade.

PrideFest turns 28 this June for Hampton Roads Pride, the local non-profit, LGBT organization whose mission is to unite the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and allied communities in support of inclusion, dignity and equality of all people. Hampton Roads Pride's annual celebration held at Town Point Park is the city's largest one-day celebration and this year's theme is Love Unites. How did organizers select that theme? What major strides has it seen for the LGBT community in our region? We'll talk with festival organizers and board members on today's program about the festival coming up on June 18, 2016.

WHRO's Emmy-nominated digital arts initiative, "The Scene" is half-way through its third season. So far, you've gotten to see a slice of life from local artists including a world-renown blues musician, a fabric artist, a ceramic sculptor, and a traveling band of seven siblings. How do producers with "The Scene" uncover these gems of the vibrant local arts community from around Hampton Roads? How has being a part of this series affected the lives of the artists profiled? What's coming up this season? Join the conversation and tell us what "The Scene" means or is for you.

Is it finally spring?! With weather this lovely, you can't really expect us to contain our excitement, can you? However you can expect our gardening guru, Jim Orband, to swing by and wax poetic about bulbs and rhizomes!