Hearsay With Cathy Lewis

Eight years after the Virginia Tech massacre, victims and their families have announced a program intended to make college and university campuses safer. Named after those who lost their lives in Blacksburg, the 32 National Campus Safety Initiative is the result of more than three years of work by the Virginia Tech Victims Family Outreach Foundation and a team of mental health, public safety, threat management and victim advocacy experts. Join us as we explore the initiative's path to improving campus safety here in Virginia, and abroad.

There are only two certainties in life: death and taxes. We talk about the latter, so why not talk about the former? Today, we’re navigating through the grief process and discussing some of its toughest aspects.

On today's HearSay, we're joined by the columnists and commentators that know Virginia's political machine inside and out. Be sure to tune in for what is sure to be a lively conversation about the issues that continue to dominate the nation and the Commonwealth's political landscapes.

Join us for today's edition of HearSay from the Headlines, where we tackle the latest news headlines that have you talking. This week we invite you to weigh in on last weeks debate between the Republican presidential hopefuls. Our lines are open, and we invite you to let us know your thoughts by joining us live at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. You can also e-mail the program at hearsay@whrv.org or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

As wedding season approaches, young couples are sitting down to plan more than just their "I DOs." If they're smart they're mapping out their financial futures and are opening up about dollars and debts. Today we'll have some money management tips for couples preparing to have "the money talk" with their spouses in the coming months.

HearSay's favorite gardener, Jim Orband, joins us in studio to answer your toughest gardening questions and to talk about how fluctuating summer temperatures and surprisingly frequent rains will impact your garden. He'll also offer some easy tips for keeping pesky garden pests at bay.

When Virginia's 13 electoral votes were cast for a Democrat for the first time since the 1960s eyebrows were raised across the country and the Commonwealth became a "purple state." A new report from CNU's Wason Center takes a closer look at Virginia's purple electorate -- breaking it down into seven distinct "typologies." Wason Center Director, Dr. Quentin Kidd, joins us for a look at their new report: A Commonwealth of Contrasts.

Join us for today's edition of HearSay from the Headlines, where we tackle the latest news headlines that have you talking. This week we'll consider recent changes in leadership at the City of Portsmouth, and how the city's future will impact our region. Our lines are open, and we invite you to let us know your thoughts by joining us live at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. You can also e-mail the program at hearsay@whrv.org or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.

A nobleman, an explorer, a soldier, and a chaplain are buried under a church -- no it isn't a punchline, it's just part of a groundbreaking historical discovery, happening right in our own back yard. Today we'll hear from the team of researchers who've unearthed four skeletons in the chancel of Jamestown's historic 1608 church, and learn more about how their incredible discovery is rewriting history.

When you're truly committed to something, be it a person or a cause, it's said that you "give a part of yourself." This adage was doubly true for Tim McDermott and his siblings, Mary and Jeff, who each donated a kidney as Tim's began to fail. On today's HearSay, Tim and his family share their story as we explore the complex physical and emotional processes involved in organ donation. We'll also speak with Virginia physicians and facilitators who specialize in organ and tissue donation and transplantation.

There's an old saying, "History flows forward in rivers of beer." August is Virginia Craft Beer month and on today's HearSay Delicious Dish, we take a closer look at how trends for local crafting continue to grow. The craft industry has even spun growth and opportunity for other businesses. Our favorite foodie Patrick Evans-Hylton joins us, along with other consummate brewing stars, to celebrate and share what makes beer the king of adult beverages. .

As you hit the beach or stretch out poolside, no summer is complete without a good book by your side. Each month we'll bring you some great reads to add to your summer reading list -- today, a local author's gripping portrayal of a young man's journey to war, his rocky reception upon his return from Vietnam, and a powerful look at the lasting impacts of his combat experience.

Today we'll consider how the clever and pervasive advertising and marketing strategies of the companies vying for your dollars sneak their way into your daily lives. Join us as we explore the power of guerilla marketing and how incognito advertising tools like viral videos and product placements shape your purchasing preferences.

Join us today for the surprising story of innovator, Edwin Land, the founder of Polaroid and instant photography, Land led the most glamorous tech company of the 20th century. In addition to inventing one-step photos, Land made critical contributions to top-secret U.S. military intelligence in the service of 7 different presidents. He amassed 535 patents in his name, becoming one of the most prolific inventors in America. However, a high-stakes patent battle with mentor-turned-rival Eastman Kodak almost brought down his legacy.

Brother and sister, Morgan and Meade, were diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis before they were even born -- a life-threatening genetic disease that primarily affects the lungs and digestive system. What followed was a daily routine of 15 to 25 different medications, airway clearance three times a day, and twice-yearly hospital visits. In 2013 Morgan received a lung transplant, and her brother, Meade, is being closely monitored for one as well. For them, living with Cystic Fibrosis is a family affair, and today they join us today to share their stories.

E-cigarettes have become a hot ticket item for those trying to cut back on the real thing, but do these tobacco alternatives pose a health risk? We'll unpack the science behind e-cigarettes and consider their growing popularity with smokers and non-smokers alike.

The real-life Alex Vause from the critically acclaimed, top-rated Netflix show Orange Is the New Black tells her story live on today's HearSay. Fans nationwide have fallen in love with Orange Is the New Black, the critically acclaimed and wildly popular Netflix show based on Piper Kerman’s sensational #1 New York Times bestseller. Now, Catherine Cleary Wolters—the inspiration for Alex Vause, Piper's ex-girlfriend, friend, and sometimes-romantic partner on the show—joins us to tell her side of the story.

Today we're celebrating one of Hampton Road's signature blooms, the Crepe Myrtle. Our gardening guru, Jim Orband, joins us live to take your gardening questions and celebrate 100 days of beautiful Crepe Myrtle blossoms opening all across Virginia.

According to the Humane Society of the United States, more than 6 million dogs and cats are in animal shelters across the United States. More than half of them end up euthanized. HearSay's veterinarian, Dr. Phyllis Neumann joins us in studio today to answer your pet health questions and talk about the short and long term benefits of spaying and neutering your pets. Join us in our discussion and share your thoughts on controlling the pet population.

Join us for today's edition of HearSay from the Headlines, where we tackle the latest news headlines that have you talking. This week we'll explore an proposal from the Commonwealth of Virginia, City of Norfolk, City of Chesapeake and Old Dominion University to help protect the Hampton Roads region from the effects of sea level rise Our lines are open, and we invite you to let us know your thoughts by joining us live at 440-2665 or 1-800-940-2240. You can also e-mail the program at hearsay@whrv.org or join us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/hearsaywithcathylewis.