Another View The Radio Show Podcast

On the next Another View we talk with journalist Erin Aubry Kaplan, author of "I Heart Obama". In her book, Kaplan discusses five distinct ways of looking at President Obama - as a modern-day black folk hero; how African Americans have made images of Obama into distinct historical and pop-culture iconography; the complicated matter of Obama as a black leader and how he fits (or not) into the tradition of Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King; who President Obama is at heart; and finally the possibility that the whole phenomenon of "Obama, the first black U.S. President" has been a massive distraction to grass roots struggles around racial issues. Join us for stimulating conversation about America's first African American president from an African American perspective on the next Another View, Friday, March 18 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

To say that this year's Presidential election cycle is "unusual" is an understatement! On the next Another View our pundits take a deep dive into the antics of candidates on both sides of the political aisle! Join Roger Chesley, Columnist for the Virginian-Pilot; Carol Pretlow, NSU Political Science Professor; Bill Thomas, Community Activist; and Wil LaVeist, Journalist, Author and Talk Show Host., for lively discussion about the race to the White House. It's all on Another View, Friday, March 11 at NOON on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

You break the law and are convicted of a felony. You are sentenced and serve your time in prison. You are released. You find a job and re-engage in society. You are a full citizen....or are you? On election day 2016 1.4 million African American men, that's more than 1 in 8, will be unable to vote because of state laws that deny felons the right to vote. In Virginia, 25% of otherwise eligible Black men cannot vote. However, there is movement afoot in Virginia and other states to restore full citizenship, including the right to vote, to former felons. Joining us to talk about it is Levar M. Stoney, Secretary of the Commonwealth; Amos Jones, Associate Professor of Law, Campbell Law School and Corey Brooks, Director of Business Development and Community Affairs with Youth Solutions. Plus Lisa Godley brings us a profile of actress Angela Bassett. It's all on Another View, Friday, March 4 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

So you've had a bit of chest pain and because you are aware of the symptoms of heart disease, you go to your cardiologist to check things out. You get a stress test, and things come out "fine". But you still have pain - now what do you do? How hard do you push for additional testing? What are the proper procedures that you should ask about? Just how do you diagnose heart disease anyway? On the next Another View on Health, Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby joins us with answers to these and other questions you have about heart health. Plus, Lisa Godley shares the history of the Hunton YMCA as part of our celebration of Black History Month.

As a whole, the African American community is known more for its consumerism than its entrepreneurship - but that is not the case with our guests this week on Another View. Meet Tremayne Johnson, Co-Founder and Producer,Visually Inklined, a live action, motion designed and post production entity...Monica Edwards, InnKeeper and Owner, Morehead Manor Bed and Breakfast...and Tanya M. Howard, founder and CEO, "Mouth Meets South", frozen soul food/Southern cuisine. These seasoned and up-and-coming entrepreneurs share their passion for business ownership and insightful tips on what you need to think about before going into business for yourself. And, our very own Jae Sinnett joins us to talk about his latest album "Zero to 60"! It's all on Another View, Friday, February 19 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

On the next Another View Round Table we will talk politics - from local to regional to national, there's a lot going on! Join Virginian-Pilot columnist Roger Chesley, NSU political science professor Carol Pretlow, community activist Bill Thomas and journalist, author and talk show host Wil LaVeist for engaging conversation on all things political...including the Oscars! It's all on Another View, Friday, February 12 at NOON on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

In the first 30 days of her tenure as Superintendent of Norfolk Public Schools, Dr. Melinda Boone spent most of her time listening and searching for answers to these questions: 1) What's working well in NPS? 2) What are the most pressing issues in NPS? 3) What are the top 3-5 challenges as we enter the second semester? She listened to a variety of stakeholders, including citizens of Norfolk. On the next Another View, Dr. Boone joins us to share the results of her listening tour, and outline her plans to ensure that Norfolk Public Schools are able to fulfill the mission that "all students maximize their academic potential, develop skills for lifelong learning and are successful contributors to a global society". Join us for a candid conversation with Dr. Melinda Boone on the next Another View, Friday, February 5 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

The second topic in our Race: Let's Talk About It initiative addresses the controversial issue of "white privilege" - defined as "any advantage that is unearned, exclusive and socially conferred", according to our guest, Allan G. Johnson, author of "Privilege, Power and Difference". On the next Another View we'll talk about the concept of privilege, if it exists, and how it shapes our society and affects race relations. We will also hear from Carla Johnson who shares her feelings about privilege and race after research and soul searching, and Jonathan Zur, Executive Director of the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities shares his perspective on how white privilege affects our youth. It's all on Another View, Friday, November 6 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

Since the earliest days of our nation, churches, synagogues and mosques have been gathering places where people of faith share common bonds, the desire to do good work, to improve our lives and to help others. During this special edition of Another View we explore these bonds and the role of religion in freedom movements. See how the First Baptist Church, founded by enslaved men and women in 1776, has been a part of the struggle for freedom and how the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation has brought new life to a long silent part of the church's history. Another View Producer, Lisa Godley hosts this important conversation with special guests: Reverend Reginald Davis, Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Williamsburg; Linda Rowe, a historian with the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; Imam Shaykh Ammar Amonette, of the Islamic Center of Virginia; Rabbi David Katz, of Temple Beth El and Balfour Hillel at the College of William and Mary; Reverend Max Blalock, of the Wesley Foundation at William and Mary and Reve

It's been two decades since Black Enterprise magazine dubbed Dr. George Fraser the "New Voice for African Americans." On the next Another View, we'll talk with this best selling author, inspirational speaker and founder of the world's largest black networking organization, FraserNet. What does he think about the financial state of Black America? Throughout his career, Dr. Fraser has written six best selling books including: Success Runs in Our Race and Mission Unstoppable: Extraordinary Stories of Failure's Blessings . He's also produced an award winning Power Networking Conference that Forbes Magazine named "One of the top five conferences not to be missed in America!" On the next Another View, Dr. Fraser will share his formula for what must be done to close the economic divide between blacks and whites in America. Join the conversation, this Friday, January 22nd at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

PBS and WHRO-TV 15 are proud to present "Mercy Street" - a six part series beginning Sunday, January 17 that is the first American drama to air on PBS in more than a decade. Filmed on location in Virginia, "Mercy Street" follows the lives of two volunteer nurses on opposing sides of the Civil War. Inspired by memoirs and letters from real doctors and nurse volunteers at Mansion House Hospital in Alexandria, this drama reveals the stories of those struggling to save lives while managing their own hardships. On the next Another View on Health, we'll explore the history of medicine and health care during the Civil War with historians Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander of Norfolk State University,and Audrey Davis, director of the Alexandria Black History Museum, along with cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby. It's all on Another View on Health, Friday, January 15 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

We are a few days into 2016...yet the problems of 2015 linger. The homicide rate is up in Portsmouth, Bill Cosby has been charged with sexual assault, no one will be held criminally responsible for the death of Tamir Rice, President Obama issues new gun control measures by executive order...and the Round Table will talk about it all! Join Virginian-Pilot Columnist Roger Chesley; NSU Political Science Professor, Carol Pretlow; Community Activist, Bill Thomas; and Journalist, Author and Talk Show Host Wil LaVeist for the first Another View Round Table of the new year. Another View is LIVE Friday, January 8 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

On behalf of producer Lisa Godley, audio engineer Victor Bowen and myself, Barbara Hamm Lee, the Another View staff wishes you the very best this holiday season, and peace, love and prosperity in the New Year! Please enjoy a special holiday program on Christmas Day - and join us on Friday, January 1, 2016 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM as we bring in the new year with the best of Another View positive stories from 2015. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

On the next Another View we talk with Beth Thomas Cohen, author of "Drop the Act, It's Exhausting!". "Drop the Act" is a filter-less take on the struggles of modern womanhood. Cohen encourages all women to free themselves and embrace imperfections in their relationships, sex, parenting, careers, self-esteem and self image. You will shake your head in agreement and laugh out loud at some of the humorous obversations Cohen makes about life! It's all on Another View, Friday, December 18 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

From the mass killing of 14 and wounding of 21 California workers at the hands of a fellow employee, to the alledged murder of an African American man by Chicago police - these are but two of many recent events where violence has taken over our American streets. We appear to be at a crossroad in the debate on how to stop the violence, with some calling for increased gun control, while others are calling for the ban of certain religious and ethnic minorities to enter our country. On the next Another View, we'll talk about "Americans under attack" with our Round Table pundits , journalist and talk show host Wil LaVeist; community activist Bill Thomas; NSU professor of political science Carol Pretlow; and Hampton University law professor Eric Claville. Join us for stimulating conversation on the next Another View, Friday, December 11 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

The holiday season is a time for gatherings - both formal and informal - so now is a good time to brush up on your etiquette skills as they pertain to dining. Do you know which fork to use? How about the butter plate - is it to your right or left? Water glass, wine glass, iced tea glass, cocktail glass - oh, my! Which do I choose and when? On the next Another View we'll talk about the ins and outs of confident and comfortable dining with Rosemarie Burns and Linda Reed, authors of "Which Fork Do I Use?". And we will hear from Virginia's first African American governor, the Honorable Douglas Wilder. Join us for Another View, Friday, December 4 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

The city of Norfolk ranks 5th in the nation when it comes to sexually transmitted diseases or STD's. And the number of young African American males testing positive for HIV is rising at an alarming rate. On the next Another View, join guest host Lisa Godley and Another View on Health Co-host, Dr. Keith Newby, as they discuss HIV in the African American Community with special guests: Dr. Beth Gadkowsky, an infectious disease specialist and Jerome Cuffee, a peer educator who counsels young people once they've been diagnosed with HIV. Plus, Lisa talks to photographer Nadere Johnson about his passion to educate children in Uganda, East Africa. It's all on Another View, Friday, November 20th at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

The president of the University of Missouri resigns amid racial tensions on campus and months of student protests. The discovery that a white police officer in Illinois actually committed suicide...before his death, he blamed two white and one black man for shooting him. And efforts by the Republican party to engage the African American community - are they working? On the next Another View, join Virginian-Pilot Columnist, Roger Chesley; NSU Political Science Professor, Carol Pretlow; Community Activist Bill Thomas; and Author, Journalist and Talk Show Host Wil LaVeist for engaging conversation about these and other "racial realities" happening in our country today. It's all on Another View, Friday, November 13 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

The second topic in our Race: Let's Talk About It initiative addresses the controversial issue of "white privilege" - defined as "any advantage that is unearned, exclusive and socially conferred", according to our guest, Allan G. Johnson, author of "Privilege, Power and Difference". On the next Another View we'll talk about the concept of privilege, if it exists, and how it shapes our society and affects race relations. We will also hear from Carla Johnson who shares her feelings about privilege and race after research and soul searching, and Jonathan Zur, Executive Director of the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities shares his perspective on how white privilege affects our youth. It's all on Another View, Friday, November 6 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

In our continuing efforts to educate our listeners about the process of politics and policy, we've started something new. It's called "The Claville Report: Policy, Law and Politics". On the next Another View, the Director of the Hampton University Pre-Law Institute, Eric Claville joins us as "co-host" for the Claville Report. He and host Barbara Hamm Lee will talk with Spencer Overton, Professor of Law and President of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies at the George Washington School of Law, about the upcoming elections in Virginia and how policy and politics impact our lives. It's an honest conversation about why all of us - and people of color in particular - need to pay attention and participate in each election cycle. It's all on Another View, Friday, October 30 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!