Gov. Northam joins the program to talk about the past year in Virginia, and the way ahead. Then we discuss how COVID-19 has changed travel in our community.

We discuss legislation that would create a retirement savings program for employees who don't have as many options. Then, we share financial advice for people impacted by the pandemic.

We discuss the shootings at the Oceanfront over the weekend. Then, we talk about the long-term physical effects of COVID-19, and how the illness has changed our relationships to the people around us.

What is cancel culture exactly? What is the controversy surrounding it? We discuss the issue with our guests and listeners. Then, we talk about the stresses that constant videoconferences are inflicting on people in their work and family lives.

Virginia Beach Mayor Bobby Dyer will talk to us about the issues facing his city. We will also discuss the challenges the hospitality industry faces, and the potential for recovery. Finally, we will talk about problem gambling in Virginia, and a partnership between the Virginia Lottery and a state agency trying to help.

We discuss the attacks and harassment on Asian Americans, and what the implications are for our community. Then, we talk about a local startup producing masks.

New revelations have surfaced about how Virginia Beach police officers are using facial recognition technology. Meanwhile, the city council of that community declined to give a review board power to probe the department. How should police provide transparency and accountability while doing their jobs effectively? We discuss these questions. Then, we talk about the prospects of economic recovery in Hampton Roads.

In February, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam set a March 15 "deadline" for schools to reopen for in-person learning. For many students, that meant yesterday was their first day back in the classroom in nearly a year. We check in with the community about how it went. Then, we shift our discussion to U.S. defense strategy and how it could affect Hampton Roads.

How is the system of vaccine registration working in the Commonwealth? Cathy Lewis will discuss the issue. Then, we will talk about the Virginia Voting Rights Act, and the broader issue of voter representation in our community.

The stand down briefings on extremism in the military have prompted a deeper conversation for our military community... about the meaning of the oath, about citizenship, and about what we can do to rebuild faith in America.

Many people like to share important moments in their lives on social media - engagements, new jobs, baby births. But what about being vaccinated against a deadly virus? We discuss the dynamics of whether to share your vaccine status online, and how it could make others feel. Then, we talk about concerns over the effectiveness and safety of COVID-19 vaccines.

How does flooding and climate change affect minority communities in Hampton Roads and throughout Virginia? Cathy discusses the issue with representatives from the NAACP and Rev. Yearwood from the Hip Hop Caucus. Then, We talk about the struggle that people face while waiting for their unemployment benefits.

We review the bills coming up for a vote in the General Assembly with our guests and listeners.

Virginia Republicans will hold a drive up convention to select their nominees for statewide races, rather than a primary. If you are a Republican, will that affect your decision (or ability) to vote for the candidate of your liking? We discuss the details of how the convention will work, where it will take place, and who can participate. We also want to know how you're feeling about the direction of your political party following a busy election season. Finally, we hear about a new mobile...

How do we reach underserved communities with vaccines? A Sentara official talks to Cathy about their plan. Then, we discuss the challenge fire fighters have to keep job protections after exposure to COVID-19. Finally, Cathy discusses the issue of human trafficking in Virginia with state official, a local expert and a director from Zeiders working to raise awareness.

Reporters in Hampton Roads have produced an in-depth investigation into health insurance fraud at a popular OB-GYN office. Cathy talks to the reporters about their work, and the underlying story. We also discuss diversity at the Governor's School For The Arts and the new name of the tunnel boring machine used for the HRBT expansion.

Dr. Quentin Kidd, Director of the Wason Center for Civic Leadership, joins us to discuss their latest poll on Virginia's statewide races. Then, we talk about the mental and physical challenges we all face from the pandemic.

The Virginian-Pilot and Daily Press will now be owned by Alden, a hedge fund with a history of cutting costs and reducing newsroom staff at its papers. We discuss what it could mean for our local papers with representatives of The Tidewater Media Guild. Then, we talk to the new special agent in charge of Norfolk's FBI Field Office.

Women in public life don't simply face criticism and scrutiny: They face abuse, harassment and threats on their lives. We explore the causes and talk about what we can do to address this issue.

Virginia gets closer to legalizing marijuana, and Cathy Lewis discusses the implications with our guests and listeners. We also talk to the incoming president of Old Dominion University.

As the U.S Senate considers impeachment, Cathy discusses the issues that led us to this point, and the implications for 2021 in Virginia. Then we talk about a proposal to remove a same sex marriage ban from the state constitution. Finally, we learn about an effort to uncover evidence of the Underground Railroad with a grant from Virginia Humanities.

Virginia's General Assembly passed a measure to abolish the death penalty, and the governor is expected to sign it. What is the legacy of capital punishment in our state? Cathy discusses the issue with the people involved. Then, we talk about in-person learning options coming to Virginia students.

The Washington Post will have its first Instagram editor, and we talk about how social media has changed what we think of as news. Cathy also talks to Virginia Sen. Amanda Chase about her lawsuit and censure.

How has the pandemic affected the major choices we make - to marry, get a new job, or to educate our kids? Cathy discusses the big decisions during this difficult time.

Dr. Victor Chen had a conversation with Cathy in the spring of 2020, about how COVID-19 would affect poverty and inequality. He returns to the program to update us and help us see the way ahead. Then, we discuss how the pandemic has affected domestic workers. Finally, Rep. Bobby Scott joins the program to talk about his priorities and the challenges he faces making policy in a changed political era.