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| Norfolk Mayor's Race: A Candidate Conversation Aired 30 April 2010 Norfolk voters head to the polls May 4th to elect a new Mayor of the city that promotes itself as “the heart of the Virginia waterfront.” What issues are at the heart of this election? Cathy Lewis hosts a conversation with incumbent Mayor Paul Fraim and three challengers: Ryan Cooper, Daun Hester, and Daniel Montague. Watch Now |
Real Estate Aired 12 May 2010 Recent statistics on home sales offer some hope that the real estate market is beginning to rebound. Today we'll talk about what to consider if you're thinking about buying. We'll also talk about Tidewater Builders Association's first Spring Homearama at Founders Pointe in Isle of Wight County. Listen Now |
A Conversation with Congressman Bobby Scott Aired 8 January 2010 Both the House and the Senate have passed respective versions of healthcare reform, and now the tough part begins - bringing together the best of both bills into a comprehensive plan to ensure that all Americans have access to affordable healthcare. Watch Now |
| Virginia in the National Spotlight: An Editorial Roundtable Aired 9 April 2010 On this week’s round table: • Governor Bob McDonnell’s plans to make Virginia the Energy Capital of the East Coast with the President’s new policy on offshore drilling. • Attorney General Ken Cuccinell’s first four months in office have been marked by some high profile initiatives. • Hampton Roads cities struggle with balancing budgets. • Two major Hampton Roads cities elect Mayors next month. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Techno-centric - Marketing Yourself Aired 11 May 2010 Today we'll talk with our go-to guy on all things tech Ed Sykes and the 'Pied Piper of Facebook', Mari Smith about leveraging social media to promote your business and market yourself. You'll want to tune in for tips on ways to strengthen relationships through social networking. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ The Best of Another View Aired 31 December 2009 This year we've enjoyed exploring topics that impact Hampton Roads' vibrant African-American community, and featuring the positive stories that made a difference. Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ New Laws & Health Care Reform: A Political Round Table Aired 26 March 2010 There have been several dynamic political developments in recent weeks and on this edition of What Matters, we'll review them with our panel of political experts. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ A Patchwork Nation Aired 27 April 2010 The Patchwork Nation project has classified each of America's 3,142 counties into 12 categories. We'll discuss Hampton Roads' dominant designation of 'Military Bastion' and consider the question of regional identity as we look ahead to Hampton Roads Vision Regional Day on May 6th. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ Grateful - American Red Cross of Southeastern Virginia Aired 17 December 2009 The story of Mary and Sherman Lee, who literally found themselves and their daughters with only the clothes on their backs after their home caught fire and was destroyed. Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ One-On-One With EVMS President Harry Lester Aired 19 March 2010 Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk was once a fledgling enterprise created in the 1960’s from the fear there wouldn’t be enough physicians to serve a growing Hampton Roads. Today, nearly one in four local physicians has touched EVMS in some way and it’s poised for a major growth spurt under the direction of its leader. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ From the Headlines: Health Care and You Aired 5 April 2010 We'll talk with Uwe Reinhardt, one of the nation’s leading authorities on health care economics, about the recently signed health care legislation. We'll also talk with Bill Schneider, a Portsmouth native who is a renowned journalist, scholar and former CNN senior political analyst. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ Grateful - For Kids Aired 10 December 2009 Another View brings you inspirational stories of people of our community who are grateful for organizations that reached out and helped when things seemed helpless and hopeless. Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ On the Fast Track? High Speed Rail in Hampton Roads Aired 26 February 2010 Are we on track for high-speed rail in Hampton Roads? This week on What Matters, we’ll examine how and why our region is trying to hop on board this national transportation project. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Segment A: Bargains Aired 30 March 2010 For many, the economic downturn has meant cutting back on luxuries, but there are ways to save and indulge simultaneously. Today we talk with two experts on the matter. You'll want to tune in to hear their money saving tips! Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ African American Philanthropy Aired 29 October 2009 Are you aware that African Americans from the South are more likely to contribute to charitable organizations than their counterpoints in the North? What are the driving forces behind African American philanthropy? Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ Virginia's Budget Battle: An Editorial Roundtable Aired 12 February 2010 We are half-way through Virginia's 2010 General Assembly session. It's been a season of snow in a blizzard of bad news about Virginia's budget. That's just one of the harsh realities we'll consider this week with our editorial roundtable. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ The Economy v. Small Business Aired 16 March 2010 The economy has had a drastic negative impact on many sectors of business, and small independent businesses are no exception. Today we'll talk about the impact that the economy has had on locally owned retailers and service providers. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ Transportation and the African American Community Aired 8 October 2009 The obvious answer to the daily traffic dilemma is to build roads that can handle the volume. When these projects come up for bid, what ensures minority businesses get their piece of the transportation pie? Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ Midtown Tunnel Vision Aired 5 February 2010 It is the busiest two-way roadway, east of the Mississippi. There is now a call to coalesce around a proposed expansion of the Midtown Tunnel connecting Norfolk and Portsmouth. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Segment A: 'Green Entrepreneur' Aired 12 March 2010 Edward Nixon was 'green' before it was cool. A trained geologist, Nixon has worked on a variety of enterprises. Today we'll talk with him about his career and the influence it had on his brother, President Richard Nixon, who created the Environmental Protection Agency. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ The Best of Another View - Unemployment Aired 10 August 2009 Economic forecasters predict that the worst of the recession is over and the economy is back on the upswing - yet unemployment numbers continue to rise in the wake of continued layoffs. Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ The Mayors of Norfolk & Virginia Beach Aired 29 January 2010 They are the leaders of not only two of Hampton Roads cities, but the two largest cities in Virginia. We bring Norfolk Mayor Paul Fraim and Virginia Beach Mayor Will Sessoms together for a conversation about the decisions that affect all of us in the region. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Virginia's Energy Future: Energy on Land Aired 26 February 2010 We conclude our examination of the energy challenges facing the Commonwealth. We'll explore the proposals for a uranium mine in Pittsylvania County and coal-fired plant in Surry County. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ Public/Private-Partnership and the African-American Community Aired 26 May 2009 Do your eyes glaze over when you hear "public/private partnerships"? Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ Vision Hampton Roads Aired 22 January 2010 We take a look at a roadmap that's taking shape to diversify and strengthen the region's economy. Its goal: Hampton Roads will be recognized as a region for centers of excellence. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Virginia's Energy Future: Offshore Energy Aired 25 February 2010 We examine the energy challenges facing the Commonwealth. Many states are looking offshore as they search for ways to meet growing energy needs. Join us for a discussion of the potential and concerns surrounding options including wind farms and offshore drilling. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ Avoiding Foreclosure Aired 30 March 2009 Home foreclosures are on the rise and you may be surprised to find out who is being affected. Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ Blythe McGarvie: Global Business Leadership (Encore) Aired 1 January 2009 We consider the state of the economy and prospects for global business with Blythe McGarvie. She's the founder of a firm that provides strategic and financial advice to international businesses. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Sustainable Living Aired 23 February 2010 'Going Green' can seem daunting, but the path to a more eco-friendly, or sustainable, lifestyle can be traveled with small steps. Today we'll talk about some painless habits to change and practices to adopt in order to be more mindful of the ecological, societal, and economical constraints we face. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ Entrepreneurship Aired 23 March 2009 In light of layoffs and tough economic times many are looking to become their own boss by creating and owning their own business... Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ Road to Richmond: An Editorial Round Table Aired 11 December 2009 Our newly elected officials are about to learn the difference between campaigning and governing when it comes to a bare bones budget, roadway gridlock, and job loss across the Commonwealth. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ YourSay Aired 22 February 2010 Governor McDonnell has announced his proposed budget cuts, now it's up to the General Assembly to reconcile his proposals with their own. Listen Now |
------------------------------------------------ Unemployment in the Hampton Roads African-American Community Aired 23 February 2009 Nationwide the unemployment rate this year is close to 7%, but in the African-American community it is above 12%! Watch Now |
| ------------------------------------------------ Is the Economy Changing Business Learning? Aired 4 December 2009 Is the economy changing the way our future business leaders learn in school? If you're in the business of teaching business, what do you make of the worst international economic crisis since The Great Depression? Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Midtown Tunnel Aired 7 January 2010 The expansion of the Midtown Tunnel has been identified by Secretary of Transportation Pierce Homer as the road project that should be the top priority in Hampton Roads. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Best Places to Work: More than a Paycheck! Aired 20 November 2009 We find out what makes some places the "best" when it comes to working in Hampton Roads. Representatives from Wheeler Interests, Liberty Tax Service, and Navy Federal Credit Union share insights into their respective companies on what makes their workplaces so different to gain national attention. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Holiday Giving Aired 17 December 2009 Today we'll talk about holiday giving with Angelica Light, the President And CEO of the Norfolk Foundation (which will soon merge with The Virginia Beach Foundation to form the Hampton Roads Community Foundation). Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Testing Before Investing: ModSim in Hampton Roads Aired 11 September 2009 Tthere’s little question that the multi-billion dollar modeling and simulation industry is changing the way the world does business. On this edition of “What Matters,” we’ll talk about that business and try to get a sense of Hampton Roads’ place in it. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Downtown Norfolk Aired 9 December 2009 Developers have purchased the Union Mission in Downtown Norfolk and plan to renovate the historic building into affordable rental units. This news comes as the Downtown Norfolk Council works to bring more retail stores to Granby Street, light rail construction moves ahead and people continue to wonder 'What is going to happen with Waterside?'. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Tracking Transportation Issues: An Editorial Round Table Aired 24 July 2009 Rumblings from the "4th Of July weekend" Hampton Roads Bridge Tunnel traffic jam continue to fuel the transportation discussion in our area. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ The Day After Aired 4 November 2009 Today we’ll examine Election results with the President of Virginia Tomorrow, a company that examines the social, political and economic trends that are shaping the future of Virginia. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Dwindling Dollars & More: An Editorial Round Table Aired 26 June 2009 How are the state races shaping up? What about the cuts to transportation funding, again? Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Transportation Issues Aired 19 October 2009 Today we revisit one of our most popular topics: transportation. Cathy will be joined in studio by William Millar, the president of the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) and Dwight Farm talk about the impact that high speed rail could have on Hampton Roads. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Blythe McGarvie: Global Business Leadership Aired 12 June 2009 On this edition of What Matters, we consider the state of the economy and prospects for global business with Blythe McGarvie. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ The State of the Region Aired 12 October 2009 Old Dominion University’s annual ‘State of the Region’ report will be released tomorrow. Hear a private preview with Dr. James Koch, President Emeritus of ODU. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Today's Top Stories: An Editorial Round Table Aired 8 May 2009 The housing market, the banking industry, foreclosures, transportation, state political races, Michael Vick, pirates, and port privatization... Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ T. Boone Pickens (SegmentA) Aired 2 October 2009 Retired businessman, philanthropist and energy activist T. Boone Pickens will outline the idea that our dependence on foreign oil is an addiction that threatens our economy, our environment and our national security. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Transportation Talk with Phil Shucet Aired 17 April 2009 The Jordan Bridge's closing jammed up local headlines in November, now plans are moving ahead to rebuild the decaying cross-over between Chesapeake and Portsmouth. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Energy Alternative (Segment B) Aired 2 October 2009 Will discuss energy alternatives including the revival of the nuclear poser industry and the potential of wind farms and will focus on the impact that these growing sectors have on our local economy in Hampton Roads. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ The Economy - Stimulating the Conversation with our Editorial Round Table Aired 27 February 2009 The new federal stimulus package, the partial smoking ban approved in the General Assembly after 400 years of tobacco farming in Virginia, transportation in Hampton Roads, SPSA, and all things political. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Hampton Roads' Housing Market Aired 29 September 2009 Foreclosure rates are up, house values are down and nearly a third of Hampton Roads homeowners are ‘underwater’ on their mortgage, owing more on their home that it is worth. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Homeless in Hampton Roads Aired 10 November 2008 The housing crisis and the economic downturn unfortunately means that more and more people, particularly families, are finding themselves homeless. Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Financial Literacy Aired 14 September 2009 What is your level of financial literacy? Layoffs, foreclosures, and high credit card interest rates all have contributed to personal financial meltdowns. Talk with local experts about your money - how to save it, when to spend it, and how to make it work for you. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Hampton Roads Transportation Infrastructure Aired 1 October 2008 The question is not “did you sit in traffic today?”, but “how long did you sit in traffic today?” Watch Now |
------------------------------------------------ Married to the Military Aired 21 August 2009 Recent studies have confirmed that the demands of waging two wars have magnified the stresses impacting military members and that those stresses often carry over to their home lives and have an effect on their families. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Techno-Centric: Telecommuting Aired 11 August 2009 Last Monday was Telework Day, an initiative aimed at encouraging business to expand telecommuting options. The benefits are varied and include more flexible scheduling for employees and a decrease in harmful pollution. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Hitting the Road (Segment A) Aired 10 July 2009 Today guest host Barbara Hamm Lee talks with travel industry experts about summer travel trends and budget getaways. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Transportation Update Aired 23 June 2009 Rocky road ahead! There are new developments in the transportation funding issue to the tune of at least $538 million dollars. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Alternative Transportation Safety Aired 19 June 2009 In our conversation on summer safety earlier this month we were overwhelmed by calls about bike safety. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Unemployed? What Now? Aired 29 May 2009 We'll talk today about ways to make the most out of your time as you search for a new job. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Childhood Poverty & Homelessness Aired 11 May 2009 With the economy just now hitting bottom experts expect that the number of people living in poverty, and seeking assistance, will continue to rise. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Get It Together Aired 1 May 2009 In today's economic climate it's more important than ever to be organized and productive at work. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Taxes Aired 8 April 2009 Today we're talking about financial tips to keep in mind as the deadline for filing your taxes approaches. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Federal Employees and Military Finances (Segment A) Aired 9 January 2009 We'll highlight some local financial resources for our federal employee and military listeners. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Financial Future Aired 8 January 2009 We'll take a look into the future with America's Financial Planner Jonathan Pond. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Extreme Consumerism Aired 7 January 2009 In these tough economic times money savers like coupons and payment plans like layaway are back in vogue. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Credit Crunch Aired 6 January 2009 We'll examine the best ways to get control over personal debt with credit expert and consumer advocate Gerri Detweiler. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ The Emotions of Economics Aired 5 January 2009 While logic tells us to take our emotions out of financial decisions some say that's unwise. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Governor Tim Kaine (Segment A) Aired 16 December 2008 The Commonwealth of Virginia, like many states, is facing a budget shortfall of at least $2.5 billion. We'll talk with Governor Kaine about the challenges that the shortfall presents. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Buyer's Remorse (Segment A) Aired 11 December 2008 Many consumers are cutting back on holiday spending this year, but for many the desire to spend on gift giving is a tough practice to give up. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Transportation Aired 10 December 2008 President Elect Obama met with Governors from across the country last week and many of them hope that federal spending on infrastructure projects will help jump start their budgets and building projects once the new administration takes office. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Year End Finance Aired 9 December 2008 Today we're talking about financial tips to keep in mind as the end of the calendar year approaches. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Childcare Aired 8 December 2008 Governor Tim Kaine has made early childhood education one of his top priorities and experts agree that early childhood education is crucial and a key indicator of success later in life. Yet, for many families affordable, quality child care for children under five-years of age is difficult to find. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Local Layoffs Aired 24 November 2008 US unemployment numbers have reached a fourteen year high and many Hampton Roads businesses are laying off workers or closing up shop. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Kids and the Economy (Segment A) Aired 15 October 2008 You may not think that your children have noticed, but with so much media emphasis on the current state of finance they probably are paying attention to the negative financial news. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ State of the Region Aired 1 October 2008 While the future of the economic bailout plan remains uncertain, we'll take a look at the current state of Hampton Roads' economy. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Financial Update (Segment A) Aired 26 September 2008 We get an update on the current financial turmoil from Todd Zwillich at Capitol News Connection and hear about the origins of the crisis from Prof. Herman Schwartz at the University of Virginia. Listen Now |
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| ------------------------------------------------ Uncertain Time$ Aired 23 September 2008 It's the worst credit crisis in decades. Heavy losses on Wall Street have created a sense of uncertainty and gloom among investors. Listen Now |
How Hampton Roads Fits Into Patchwork Nation
Hampton
Norfolk
Poquoson
Portsmouth
Virginia Beach
Williamsburg
Characteristics of Military Bastions:
► Areas with high employment in the military or related
to the presence of the military
► Home to a large veteran population
► Above average number of evangelical Christians
► Likely Republican voters, though Democratic
President Obama gained ground in 2008
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James City County
Newport News
Characteristics of Boom Towns:
► Fast-growing, changing and diversifying
► Once-thriving economies that are now falling on
hard times
► Home to relatively affluent communities
► Experiencing growth of minority populations
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Characteristics of Evangelical Epicenters:
► Communities with a high proportion of evangelical
Christians
► Found mostly in small towns and suburbs
► Slightly older than the U.S. average
► Loyal Republican voters
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Franklin
Southampton County
Surry County
York County
Characteristics of Minority Central:
► Located primarily in the South
► Home to large pockets of black residents but a
below average percentage of Hispanics and
Asians
► Counties with median household incomes below
national median though there is a large disparity in
income between black and white households
► Racial disparity mirrored in voting trends as well with
blacks voting Democratic and whites supporting
Republicans
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Gloucester County
Isle of Wight County
Suffolk
Characteristics of Monied Burbs:
► Wealthier with a median household income of
$15,000 above the national county average
► Highly educated
► Less diverse than America as a whole
► Full of swing voters that voted Democratic in the
2008 presidential election
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