Richmond's Morning News with Rich Herrera

In our first hour, John discusses the Elon Musk-President Trump X conversation -- which found itself subject to all sorts of interference (above board and below).

In our second hour, we discuss DEI, Brown v. Board of Education, and Tim Walz's representations about his military service.

In our third hour, we chat about California under Democrat leadership (including Kamala Harris') and about the ballpark project in the Diamond District.

Music: "Karma Chameleon" (Culture Club)

In our final hour, we check in on the Chronic Care of Richmond Textline -- and celebrate "Giving Tuesday"!

To begin with this AM, John discusses the (somewhat) ill-fated X conversation between Elon Musk and President Trump.

Atop the 7 o'clock hour, we check in with our good friend, "The Job Judge" -- Karen Michael, of Karen Michael Consulting!  John and Karen discuss the seemingly ubiquitous subject of DEI -- and its impact on the workplace.

Music: Theme from The People's Court

In our 7:30 half hour, we hear from former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell.  In addition to offering his thoughts about Tim Walz's representations regarding his military service, Governor McDonnell talks to John about a commemorative event this Friday in town, to celebrate the 70th anniversary of Brown v. Board of Education.

Atop the 8 o'clock hour, we hear from former California Lieutenant Governor Abel Maldonado -- who tells us that Golden State past is nationwide prologue if Kamala Harris becomes President of the United States. 

In our 8:30 half hour, we talk to Richmond Times-Dispatch reporter Eric Koloenich -- who gives us an update about progress toward completion of the new Richmond ballpark.

Finally this AM and for the latest installment of "Giving Tuesday," we chat with Chris Beach, CEO of the Fatherhood Foundation of Virginia.  Chris tells John about the organization's event at the Diamond this Saturday, entitled, "Virginia's Biggest Dad Party."