West Virginia Week

On this West Virginia Week, how West Virginia senators voted on the congressional rescission bill and how hunger activists are preparing for massive federal cuts. We’ll tell you about a key victory in court for anti-abortion activists in the state. Also, a little bakery is getting a big moment to shine. And, the surging popularity of a hotdog called The Homewrecker.

Maria Young is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.

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On this West Virginia Week, we’ll tell you about new flight destinations coming to Charleston’s Yeager International Airport beginning this fall, and the reasons for a state intervention for another school district. Also, what the Supreme Court has to say about the case of a transgender student in West Virginia. And, those opioid settlement funds? A group of investigative journalism students from WVU delves into where the money is really going.

Maria Young is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.

Learn more about West Virginia Week.

On this West Virginia Week, how West Virginia senators voted on President Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill. We’ll also tell you about his latest nominations for the state of West Virginia.  Also, the on again off again program to help disadvantaged young people. And, what’s changed about online gambling – and who is placing all those bets.

Maria Young is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.

Learn more about West Virginia Week.

On this West Virginia Week, the latest on devastating floods in the Mountain State – and recovery efforts. We’ll tell you about  protests over proposed Medicaid cuts – what those who could be affected have to say to West Virginia lawmaker. Also, a year after the Mountain Valley Pipeline began transporting gas, what nearby residents have to say. Annnnd, the steel plant that aims to create hundreds of new jobs – and where all those people will live.

Maria Young is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.
Learn more about West Virginia Week.

On this West Virginia Week, we have the latest on devastating floods to hit two counties in the northern part of the state. We’ll also talk about West Virginians' efforts to halt Medicaid cuts.

Also, we learn about reviving Black coal camps in McDowell County — through farming. And, Juneteenth celebrations across the state — some hope to see change in future years.

Maria Young is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.

Learn more about West Virginia Week.

On this West Virginia Week, Congress may soon eliminate tax credits for clean energy projects, which would place hundreds of millions of dollars in investments in West Virginia at risk. We hear from a former state official who opposes the proposed legislation.

In this episode, we’ll also dive deeper into our discussion on problem gambling in the state, and hear about the path to recovery from gambling addiction, and learn about a new play regarding immigration and identity in West Virginia.

Jack Walker is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.

Learn more about West Virginia Week.

On this West Virginia Week, online gambling is becoming easier to access. But that means some individuals may lose more money than they can afford. We hear from a representative from the behavioral health industry about the challenges online gambling can pose, and how to seek help.

Also in this episode, we discuss efforts to bring river otters back to Appalachia, the emergence of a new brood of cicadas and an alternative justice program for teens that centers around peer accountability.

Jack Walker is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Randy Yohe and Maria Young.

Learn more about West Virginia Week.

On this West Virginia Week, a push from the very top to have more transparency in the state’s foster care system. We’ll tell you about layoffs for a local electric school bus manufacturer. Also, schools that have skiing and fishing right in there with reading, writing and arithmetic. And, cicadas – what you might not know about their love lives.

Maria Young is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.

Learn more about West Virginia Week.

On this West Virginia Week, protesting federal cuts – who’s protesting and why. We’ll tell you about the push to stabilize the state’s public employees insurance agency, or PEIA. Also, the governor’s efforts to change what SNAP benefits can buy. And, tips for telling a tall tale, if you plan to enter – or attend – Vandalia Gathering’s popular Liar’s Contest.

Maria Young is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.

On this West Virginia Week, how federal cuts are affecting school nutrition across the state. We’ll tell you about close encounters with bears – what to do and what not to do. Also, an unmarked grave gets its marker, at last – and some long overdue recognition for the Appalachian poet buried there.

And, actress Jennifer Garner: what she has to say about getting your kids to eat their veggies.

Maria Young is our host this week. Our theme music is by Matt Jackfert.

West Virginia Week is a web-only podcast that explores the week's biggest news in the Mountain State. It's produced with help from Bill Lynch, Chris Schulz, Curtis Tate, Eric Douglas, Jack Walker, Maria Young and Randy Yohe.

Learn more about West Virginia Week.