Hearsay With Cathy Lewis

The Virginia Stage Company hired new artistic director Tom Quaintance earlier this year. We're sitting down to talk with VSC's newest staff member 19 days into the job! And later, North Carolina's incoming Democratic governor is already facing challenges in office. Join us at 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Our gardening guru Jim Orband is back in the studio to talk all things horticulture! We're also joined by Busch Gardens horticulturist, Sheila Cox, and getting a behind-the-scenes details about the theme park's seasonal gardening transitions. Join us by phone 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Houston isn't the only one to call when there's a problem! In honor of the upcoming film Hidden Figures, today we'll talk to NASA Chief Historian Bill Barry about his work on the film and what he's learned about our hometown heroes and their contributions to science. Virginia Air & Space Center CEO Bob Griesmer will also join us to talk about the educational opportunities the Center provides to get kids interested in the STEM fields. Join us by phone 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

We're bringing you the next installment of our new political coverage series "After the Vote." This week, we're opening up the phone lines and discussing the latest developments regarding Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. And later, we're asking you to weigh in on current protests (i.e. Colin Kaepernick, Black Lives Matter, Women's March on Washington). What does "peaceful protesting" mean to you? Join us at 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Are you a leader in your community? Do you wish you could help make your community safer? Here's your chance! We're talking with the President and the Community Outreach Specialist of the Norfolk Chapter of the FBI Citizen's Academyabout what the program brings to Hampton Roads. And later, we're joined by National Geographic's Dr. Miguel Vilar, Science Manager for National Geographic's Genographic Project as we discuss advances in DNA testing.

The holiday season is a wonderful time to visit with friends and family, and according to Sentara Healthcare, it's also a great time to check on the health of aging parents. We're joined by two of Sentara's "How's Mom?" experts to learn more about this worthwhile initiative. Join us by phone 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

The Dakota Access Pipeline has made headlines over the last few months as the Standing Rock Sioux, in solidarity with other indigenous tribes, protest against Energy Transfer Partners, the corporation behind the pipeline. Today, we're analyzing the latest developments with some of the individuals on the front lines of the issue. Join us by phone 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 and connect with us onFacebook and Twitter.

We're bringing you our newest installment of political coverage, a series called "After the Vote." This week, we're considering the impact of the presidential recount and the electoral college on our political system. What does the future of voting look like after the 2016 election? Join us at 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 and connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

The new bike lanes and trails in the City of Norfolk are an effort to get residents out and about, and the idea is spreading through the seven cities. We're talking with a few of the minds behind this next phase of city planning. And later, law enforcement officials are leaving their jobs for higher-paying positions. So where does that leave those of us who depend on their protection? We'll discuss the decline in law enforcement salaries.

Cathy dropped in this past summer on an old friend with a new job. Royal Navy VADM Tony Johnstone-Burt was to have spent three years in Norfolk as Chief of Staff to NATO’s Supreme Allied Command Transformation, but two years into the job, he got a call that would change his life: please come home for a meeting with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth. Weeks later, he became the “Master of the Household to the Sovereign,” the operational head of the Royal Household. In a wide ranging conversation in London at St. James Palace (built 1531-1536 by Henry VIII), Cathy asked VADM Johnstone-Burt about life as a trusted member of the Royal family and his family’s fondest memories of Norfolk. (Spoiler alert: the shared joy of Doumars may have been discussed!)

Predatory lending is an issue across the United States affecting military families in particular. Today, we're exploring predatory lending practices in Virginia. Join us by phone 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

What constitutes "fake news"? How can you tell if you're getting your information from a reliable source? Today we'll explore the growing impact of fake news sites and consider how their propogation is influencing public opinions of traditional journalism. Join us at 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Today we're checking in on the health and future of the Chesapeake Bay, including new Menhaden catch limits and the health of blue crabs. Later, we look back the former Prime Minister of Cuba Fidel Castro's life and look ahead to Cuba's future.

Our favorite gardening guru, Jim Orband, joins us today to provide you with tips and tricks that will keep your garden healthy this holiday season. What are your biggest gardening concerns this winter? Join us by phone 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

With Thanksgiving just two days away, it's the perfect time to dive face-first into the holidays! Today, joined by a round table of local chefs, we discuss the upcoming holiday and the local food scene in Hampton Roads. Join us for this food for thought at 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

The Wall of Faces is a lasting tribute planned for the Vietnam Memorial Education Center. The project, spearheaded by WHRO, aims to find a photo of every one of the 1,307 Virginian service men and women listed on The Wall. Today, we'll hear stories about local Vietnam veterans and discuss how you can get involved with the mission. And later, the 11th Annual Adoption Day Ceremony takes place at 2 P.M. - we're bringing you the details and story behind the event.

Our favorite pet guru, Dr. Phyllis Neumann is back to share her tips and tricks to keep your pet healthy this season. What are your biggest concerns for your pet this time of year? Join us by phone 440-2665 or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

The results of the 2016 election have called into question the relevance and role of the electoral college in America's political system. What exactly does the electoral college do? Should it really have the final say in choosing a president? And later, only 35 Vermeer paintings exist in the world, and one is visiting the Chrysler Museum of Art. A Lady Writing is on exhibit until December 18. Join us by phone 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Today we're exploring an issue experienced by many families: parental alienation. The Hampton Roads Parenting Education Network, in partnership with the Mediation Center of Hampton Roads, is presenting a forum on the topic tonight. Dave McDonald, President of MCHR, joins us. And later, talk of sea level rise is rampant in Hampton Roads, and one artist is giving us a sneak peak of what we can expect in the future. Scottish environmental artist Rob Mulholland will debut his sculptures at this year's RIVERFest. Join us as we discuss these community events at 440-2665 or 800-940-2240 or connect with us on Facebook and Twitter.

Comedy Bootcamp is the first-ever stand up comedy class for veterans, service members and military family members. Today, we'll talk with comedians Mae Brayton, William Breckenridge and Isaura Ramirez about what the program means to them. Comedy Bootcamp: The Documentary premieres tonight at Slover Library at 6:30 p.m.