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Is there anything JoAnn Falletta can’t do? The famed conductor and Virginia Symphony Music Director is in studio to discuss her upcoming projects: Berlioz Requiem (May 20) and Kept: A ghost story (May 25 & 28). We’re bringing you all the event details at 12 today on 89.5 WHRV-FM. Later, we're opening up our lines to get your take on President Trump's alleged leak of classified information to Russia's ambassador and foreign minister. Join us at 440-2665.

By 2025, the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) predicts a shortage of as many as 90,000 physicians of all ethnicities. What accounts for racial disparities in the field of medicine? That’s the question being considered on today’s edition of HearSay with Mekbib Gemeda, Vice President of Diversity & Inclusion at Eastern Virginia Medical School (EVMS) and Dowin Boatright, author of “Racial Disparities in Medical Student Membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society.” Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

The mobi-mat has revolutionized beach access for handicapped visitors in Yorktown. The mat is a plastic "boardwalk" that allows wheelchairs to go all the way to the water's edge. Today, we're talking with the woman who got the initiative rolling. We'll also talk about Camp Grom, designed for wounded veterans, families of the fallen, and adults and children with disabilities or special needs. Later, Victorian Slum House is the PBS equivalent of reality television. The new series follows show participants as they try to survive life in London’s East End tenements as their ancestors did years ago. Could you live the life of the poor in Victorian England? We’re talking with director Emma Frank about the process of bringing the show to life. Join us at 440-2665.

Taking care of a pet can be expensive, but there’s no cost for getting advice from Dr. Phyllis Neumann if you call us with your questions between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m. Summer is just around the corner, and today we’ll focus on prepping for the next seasonal shift! We’re also checking in with Mal Vincent about what’s going on in Mal’s World. Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

In view of President Trump's firing of the FBI director yesterday, we're opening our lines today to get your take. Our show on making recreational sites more accessible and our conversation about the Victorian Slum reality show on PBS has been rescheduled for Monday, May 15. Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Prisoners serving a life sentence make up nearly 14% of the nation's prison population. But how often is a life sentence really for life? The crimes committed by two convicted murderers who had been parole from life sentences sparked discussion about the ethics of parole. Today we’re talking with people on both sides of the issue about the efficacy of parole.

When you tackle a new project, do you consult Pinterest or YouTube for advice? Long-gone, it seems, are the days of "classic" mentorship. Rather, we watch videos, read self-help articles or wing it in order to get tasks accomplished – an approach known as "DIY" – "do it yourself." Today, we're talking about the challenge of personal mentorship in the digital age.

We'll talk with Joshua Johnson, host of NPR's 1A and we'll have an exit interview with Don Luzatto, who left the Virginian-Pilot's editorial page last month for a new opportunity with a local philanthropic foundation. And we'll check-in with our favorite movie critic, Mal Vincent, about what's going on in Mal's World. Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter. Today's Guests: 1. Joshua Johnson - is the host of NPR's 1A. 2. 2. Don Luzzato - is the former editor of the Virginian Pilot's editorial page. He now works with the Hampton Roads Community Foundation. 3. Mal Vincent - is a famed storyteller and local film critic

Officials in Hampton Roads have been outspoken about immigration policy under the Trump administration, addressing everything from law enforcement partnering with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents to sanctuary cities. How do their positions affect the community? Today's Guests: 1. Sheriff Gabe Morgan - is the Newport News sheriff. 2. Beatriz Amberman - is the founder and Vice Chair of the Virginia Coalition of Latino Organizations and the Virginia Latino Leaders Council. She serves as an appointed member of the Virginia Beach Human Rights Commission. 3. Teresa Stanley - is the coordinator of the Interspiritual Empowerment Project and has worked in faith-based community organizing since 1985.

We're talking with Virginia Senator and top Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee Mark Warner about the investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 election and where he sees opportunities for innovation in Virginia's economy. And later, in-person absentee voting for the 2017 Virginia Gubernatorial race opened last Friday. We'll talk with Dr. Quentin Kidd about the lines of division between the candidates and check in with Brian Cannon from One Virginia 2021 about the gerrymandering events in the state this week. Join us at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240.

President Donald Trump marked the 100th day of his presidency last week and today, we're taking a look at what's unfolded since he took office. Were the first 50 days more productive than the last? We'll also examine the impact of the first 100 days on our local maritime industry. Later, we're opening up our lines to get your thoughts on the implications of College Beach Weekend in Virginia Beach.Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Pet health guru Dr. Phyllis Neumann stops by the studio today (we hope with Dale in tow) to answer all of your pet questions! We'll also check-in with our favorite movie critic, Mal Vincent, about what's going on in Mal's World. Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

The Telling Project is a national performing arts non-profit that employs theater to deepen our understanding of the military and veteran's experience. We'll talk to Sibel Galindez and Burt Kuebler from the Zeiders American Dream Theater about the initiative. We'll also talk with Paula Poundstone about her new book and what she thinks is the secret to happiness. Later in the program, we're opening up our phone lines to contine our Tuesday conversation about former Governor Bob McDonnell. Join us at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240.

Host Cathy Lewis is sitting down for a one-on-one interview with former Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell about life after his public corruption case. He rejoined his old law firm, teaches at Regent University and also works as a real-estate consultant. What's next? Find out at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM and join us at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240.

**Update: The HearSay Team incorrectly listed Senator Mark Warner as a guest for today's program. Sen. Warner will join the program next Tuesday, May 2. According to a recent poll by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), over 50% of Americans are concerned about anti-semitism. Rabbi Michael Panitz is one of them. Today, he'll share his perspectives on religious bias nationally and in Hampton Roads. Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Jim Orband is back in the studio today to answer your toughest gardening questions! We'll also talk with the chairs of this year's Virginia Beach Historic Home and Garden Tour. Later, a check-in with our favorite movie critic, Mal Vincent, about what's going on in Mal's World. Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Norfolk is home to the only NATO Command in North America and is the only permanent NATO headquarters outside of Europe. The Norfolk NATO Festival is the longest continuously running festival in the Hampton Roads region. Its mission is to recognize and promote the international influence of Norfolk's NATO Command. On today's HearSay, we'll discuss the significance of this year's celebration given the current political climate with the Supreme Allied Commander Transformation, French General Denis Mercier, and bring you a breakdown of events. Join us at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240.

**Update: Governor Bob McDonnell has advised us that he has a scheduling conflict, so our conversation with him will be Tuesday, April 25. We'll open our lines on a number of timely and topical issues including the sentencing of Norfolk Treasurer Anthony Burfoot to six years in prison on public corruption charges. Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

STEM Education is a curriculum which educates students in four specific disciplines: science, technology, engineering and mathematics. In the United States, 10 of the 14 fastest-growing industries require STEM training. While the curriculum is beneficial for all students, efforts to expose young women to these fields have steadily increased. Today, we're talking to some of the leading women in STEM fields. Join us at 440-2665 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.