Hearsay With Cathy Lewis

Cathy Lewis talks to analysts, officials and WHRO journalists about the polls, the issues and conditions across our community.

We check in with people in our community whose lives have been affected by the pandemic. Then, Cathy talks to a young man who wants to buck a Virginia Beach tradition.

Cathy talks with Gov. Northam about hunger in Virginia, and the state of the pandemic. Then, what actually happens in the Electoral College process? We unpack this institution. Finally, as part of her continuing discussions with candidates, Cathy Lewis talks to those in the race for the US Senate.

What are you doing this Halloween? We explore people's plans for an altered Halloween this year. Cathy also discusses the prospects and progress of police reform in Virginia.

Hunger in America is a serious problem, made worse by the pandemic and economic downturn. Cathy Lewis talks about the issue with people involved in finding solutions. Then, we discuss the unsolved murder of Norfolk Police Officer Victor Decker with his widow and two reporters from The Virginian-Pilot.

As part of her continuing discussions with candidates, Cathy Lewis talks to those in the race for the seats in the third and fourth Virginia districts in the House of Representatives.

How is COVID-19 affecting our kids? How are distance learning and telecommuting challenging families? And are women bearing more of the burdens? We discuss the implications of this pandemic and its costs. Then, we talk to Sen. Tim Kaine about the issues affecting our state, and our country. Join us at noon.

With a change in the makeup of the Supreme Court, lawmakers are discussing the possibility that the Affordable Care Act will end. What does this mean for Virginia? We discuss the issue with state and medical experts. Then, Christopher Piper of the Virginia Department of Elections talks about how the campaign season is shaping up and answer your questions.

The Dragas Center For Economic Analysis And Policy has its report on the State Of The Region. We unpack it with ODU's Robert McNab. We also look at the mental health challenges young people face. Then, as part of continuing discussions with candidates, Cathy Lewis talks to those in the race for the second seat in the House of Representatives.

We talk about the question on the ballot about bringing casinos to Hampton Roads.

We follow the latest developments on the cases of COVID-19 in the Trump administration. Cathy Lewis also discusses the prospect of disruptions and interference at the polls on election day. Finally, we talk about the friends and family we've become disconnected from over political arguments.

We discuss the amendment to the state's constitution about redistricting which appears on the ballot this election. Then, as part of continuing discussions with candidates, Cathy Lewis talks to the incumbent and the challenger in the race for the first district seat in the House of Representatives.

We talk about the need for widespread education on basic civic principles and how you can get involved in your community.

Cathy Lewis discusses the health implications of the recent rally on the Peninsula. Also, we talk about Amy Coney Barrett, the president's nominee to the Supreme Court. Finally, we hear from someone trying to make the election safer in November.

How does one date during a pandemic? We explore the opportunities and challenges with Dr. Justin Lehmiller, a social psychologist and researcher at Indiana University’s Kinsey Institute. Then we hear from two more candidates for mayor in the City of Suffolk.

Cathy Lewis talks to representatives of the local Libertarian and Green parties about the state of the 2020 election. We also discuss the future of journalism with a rising reporter. Then we hear from candidates running for mayor of Suffolk.

The sister of a Black man killed by police while he was reportedly having a mental health crisis joins HearSay to discuss a new bill to address the issue. We also talk to Del. Jennifer Carroll Foy about the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. Then we talk about the closing of the Daily Press office and the industry of journalism. Finally, a candidate for the Portsmouth mayoral race discusses his plans for the city.

Last week, Virginia Attorney General Mark Herring joined attorney generals from Maryland and Washington, D.C. to sue the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), for what they say is its failure to protect the Chesapeake Bay. We talk to Attorney General Herring about the lawsuit. WHRO’s Sam Turken also joins to discuss his reporting on the water quality in the Bay. And finally, we hear from more of the candidates for mayor in the City of Portsmouth.

There are less than four weeks left to fill out the U.S. Census which helps the government determine where to send federal money for certain programs. Gaylene Kanoyton, a member of the state’s Complete Count Commission, joins us to discuss its importance. Then we hear from several of the candidates for mayor in the City of Portsmouth.

Hampton Roads has entered Phase 3 with the easing of coronavirus restrictions. We discuss the effects with WHRO's Mechelle Hankerson and our audience. We also discuss the conditions for postal workers. Then, we talk about third parties in this year's election. Finally, Dr. Lisa Mazzio from Watermark Psychological Services returns to help us deal with the feeling of being overwhelmed.