Another View The Radio Show Podcast

There's a new twist to the Another View Round Table - starting this Friday, September 13, 2013 you can WATCH the Round Table via video stream at whrv.org! Join Wil LaVeist, Bill Thomas and Carol Pretlow as they square off on the conflict in Syria, the character of a boss who used the "N" word with his employee, accreditation issues with Norfolk Public Schools, and the loss of leadership at Norfolk State University. Our Another View Round Table pundits have lots to share this coming Friday! The Another View Round Table this Friday, September 13 at noon - on the radio on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or video/audio stream on this blog.

Recently a cereal commercial featuring an interracial couple and their daughter sparked a backlash across social media - and a counter movement by those in support of interrcial families. Why is there such strong reaction to couples of mixed races in 2013? What are the issues interracial couples face? How do they overcome the racism that they sometimes face? On the next Another View we'll examine the topic with relationship expert Alvean Lyons, known as "Virginia's relationship expert". We'll also talk with two interracial couples, Angela and Robert Claypoole, and Alyson West and Michael David Murphy, creators of the "We Are the 15 Percent", a website that serves as a platform for photos of the changing face of American families. And Lisa Godley introduces us to the youngest African American female mayor in country and shares how she plans to make a difference in her community. It's all on Another View, Friday, September 6 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live at whrv.org.

Fifty years ago, a quarter of a million people marched on Washington to rally for jobs, freedom and equality. This month, we commemorate the anniversary of the March, and many say African Americans are still fighting for the same things. On the next Another View we'll talk about the March with NSU Historian Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander, and we'll hear from two people who participated 50 years ago and today, historian Dr. William Alexander and John Whitley with the Williamsburg-York- James City County chapter of the NAACP. And Lisa Godley gets up close and personal with Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin! Join us for Another View, Friday, August 30 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

"Oh, it's just baby fat". "She's just a little plump - she'll grow out of it." "He's not overweight - he just big-boned". Sound familiar? Cute sayings to justify obesity in our children. But the fact is childhood obesity rates have tripled over the past three decades, and in the African American community almost 40% of children are overweight or obese! Eleven percent of Black kids two-five are obese, and African American girls ages 12-19 have the highest prevalence of obesity than any other group. On the next Another View on Health, we continue our discussion on obesity and ways to combat it with Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby and Dr. Caren Beasley, Clinical Director of the Medical Weight Loss Program at Sentara Comprehensive Weight Loss Solutions. We'll talk about ways to eat healthy on a budget, and how to get our kids off the couch and outside moving! Plus Lisa Godley introduces us to an 11-year-old singer/songwriter who just produced her first single. It's all on Another View, Friday, August 23 a

You could call it a cross between Black Expo and Af'ram Fest - two well known festivals in the African American community. But promoters say it is so much more - Africana Virginia Beach is billed as a 3 day festival celebrating family, culture and entertainment of the African Diaspora. It debuts August 23-25 at the oceanfront - and some in the African American community are surprised by the location considering the tension between the Black community and the resort city when it comes to large events marketed primarily to African Americans. On the next Another View we'll talk with festival producer Bruce Williams about the goals of the event, along with Captain Patrick Gallagher, Virginia Beach Police Department, who will talk about safety during the festival, and also about a special event honoring the first African American police officers to serve Virginia Beach and Princess Anne county. Plus, Lisa Godley shares the special talents of a local spoken word artist. It's all on Another View, Friday, Augus

The leading cause of death among African American males, ages 15-34 - homicide! According to the Centers for Disease Control, 77 out of every 100,000 young black men are killed in the U.S., primarily by gunshot, and primarily by another African American male. On the next Another View our round table pundits debate the root causes of black-on-black murder - and - consider solutions that are working to stem the tide. 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 as they discuss this epidemic in the African American Community. It's all on Another View, Friday, August 9 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

Every week we want to hear about something positive happening in the African American community"...that was what the community advisory group told us when we designed Another View. And we have delivered on that mandate. Each week producer Lisa Godley goes out into the community and brings us stories of hope, perserverance, tenacity and joy. From mentoring programs to celebrity interviews and everything in-between, Lisa shows us all that there are people in the black community making a difference for all citizens. On the next Another View we bring you the best of these stories!

It's no secret - Americans are fat, and getting fatter. In the African American community, obesity has reached epidemic proportions. African Americans are disproportionately affected by heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer - and obesity is a critical factor in all of these illnesses. And there's another dynamic - culturally many African Americans celebrate being overweight using terms like a "thick," "meat on their bones," or "phat." On the next Another View on Health we talk about overcoming obesity with Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby, and Caren D. Beasley, M.D., Clinical Director of the Medical Weight Loss Program with Sentara Comprehensive Weight Loss Solutions. Plus Lisa Godley tells us about an oasis in the middle of Norfolk's "food desert." It's all on Another View, Friday, July 26 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

George Zimmerman was found "not guilty" of 2nd degree murder in the killing of Trayvon Martin. While the jury has spoken, the court of public opinion is not yet done. The NAACP is calling for the Justice Department to file federal charges against Zimmerman, stating that he violated the civil rights of Martin. Many are questioning the treatment of young African American and Latino men by our justice system. And the country is once again divided by race. On the next Another View we'll talk about the verdict, the aftermath, and where we go from here in terms of our justice system and race. Our guests include the Honorable Judge Jerrauld Jones, Norfolk Circuit Court; law enforcement expert, Chief Bruce Marquis; and Clarence Wilson, President of the Williamsburg, York, James City County NAACP. Join us on the next Another View, Friday, July 19 at NOON on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

Join us for a very special encore edition of Another View, when we talk with award winning poets Tim Seibles, Remica Bingham and spoken word artist God Child. There is a movement among African American poets - what is the message they are bringing forth? What inspires their poetry? And is poetry making a cultural resurgence? We'll have the answers to these questions and poetry readings on the next Another View, Friday, July 5 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us at whrv.org.

According to the Centers for Disease Control, Hampton Roads leads the nation in prostate cancer deaths. African American men are more at risk than their white counterparts, and while the disease only affects men, it's a family affair when it comes to prevention, treatment and care. So why is this disease so prevalent in Hampton Roads men? What are the latest treatments? Can it be prevented? Join cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby, oncologist, Dr. Lloyd Shabazz, cancer survivor, Charlie Hill and guest host Lisa Godley as they discuss the most current information about prostate and other cancers. Tune in and become informed. It's all on Another View on Health, Friday, June 28 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation about race? Was it an honest conversation? Were you afraid of offending the other person by speaking frankly? Were you offended by the comments of the other person? Did the conversation change your perceptions about race? On the next Another View diversity and inclusion expert Michelle Woods Jones will help us learn to talk about our similarities and embrace our differences as we function in a multi-cultural society. And Lisa Godley introduces us to a young woman who, despite being homeless since middle school, becomes valedictorian of her high school graduating class. It's all on the next Another View, Friday, June 21 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

On the next Another View, our Round Table pundits will talk about controversial GOP lieutenant governor candidate E.W. Jackson and the closing of St. Paul's College. Also, why is a Cheerio's commerical featuring an interracial family stirring up so much controversy? Roger Chesley, Columnist for the Virginian-Pilot; Community Activist Bill Thomas; NSU Political Science Professor Carol Pretlow, and Author, Journalist and Talk Show Host Wil LaVeist discuss these and other issues on the next Another View Round Table, Friday, June 14th at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us at whrv.org.

On the next Another View, Chesapeake Juvenile and Domestic Relations Court Judge Eileen Olds joins us to talk about her new book, "Twin Expectations, Raising the Bar, Raising Expectations, Raising Children!" Judge Olds shares the story of how she and her twin sister grew up in a single-mother household - and how her mother's love and diligence rescued them from negative influences and fostered the positive. The book combines life lessons with more than 17 years experience as a juvenile court judge and is a "how-to, hope-filled, guide for reclaiming our children! As a part of WHRO/WHRV's American Graduate initiative, this show will present practical, real-life examples of ways to prepare our children to succeed in life. Join us for Another View, Friday, June 7 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

You may have heard this statistic before: "Every 26 seconds a child makes the decision to drop out of school." The dropout crisis is real and a fight we as a region can not afford to loose. But what are we doing to prevent it and what can we as individuals and as a community do to turn things around? On the next Another View we'll look at how schools and communities are coming together and creating positive outcomes. Our guests will be: Travis Ames, the Board Chairman for Communities in Schools of Hampton Roads; Jerry Gaines, mentor, author, former educator and coach; Da'Von Boyd, a Stamps Leadership Scholar who also mentors and Tariq Muhammad, a student who has overcome challenging circumstances to not only graduate on time, but with honors. Plus, we'll introduce you to a local columnist who tells it like it was! Join us for the next Another View, Friday, May 31 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

Back in the day, as the saying goes, they called it "the sugar". But there is nothing sweet about the disease diabetes - it is serious, and if left untreated, deadly. It affects a disporportionate number of African Americans. The good news is that diabetes can be managed with diet, exercise, medication and a change in lifestyle. On the next Another View on Health, the Newby Family joins us to talk about diabetes - what it is, how to treat it, and how to live with it. Medical professionals Dr. Keith Newby, his brother Dr. James Newby, and his sister-in-law Olivia Newby, FNP-C, a certified diabetes educator, share their expertise and answer your questions about diabetes. Join us for the next Another View on Health, Friday, May 24 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

African American military members in World War II called their goal the "Double V" - victory over fascism abroad and racism at home. On the next Another View we'll talk with Rawn James, Jr., author of "The Double V - How Wars, Protest and Harry Truman Desegregated America's Military". James shares the history of how the struggle for equality in the military helped drive the fight for equality in civilian society. Plus, Lisa Godley shows us how the game of chess literally saved a young African girl from a life of poverty. It's an Another View history lesson, Friday, May 17 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us on your computer at whrv.org.

Another exciting Roundtable discussion kicks off this Friday at noon on Another View! Join our pundits Roger Chesley, a columnist for the Virginian-Pilot; NSU political science professor Carol Pretlow, community activist Bill Thomas and journalist and talk show host Wil LaVeist when we discuss the violence that recently occurred at the Virginia Beach Oceanfront. We'll also tackle a controversial Mt. Dew commercial and much, much more! It's expected to be a lively conversation, one you won't want to miss! That's the next Another View, this Friday, May 10th at noon on WHRV 89.5 FM or you can stream us on the web at whrv.org.

He's had one of the most successful literary careers ever, and New York Times best selling author Omar Tyree is not about to slow down. With more than 2 million books sold in the genres of fiction, business and children's books, and more than 8 million readers, Tyree is now trying his hand at writing mystery/thrillers. On the next Another View, Omar Tyree talks about his newest release: "The Traveler", and has advice for budding authors. Plus, Lisa Godley talks to "Walking Dead" star, IronE Singleton!

It's called the "silent killer" - hypertension or high blood pressure! African Americans are particularly hit hard with this disease, but it can be controlled. On the next Another View, Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby joins us to talk about high blood pressure. He'll explain what it is and how harmful it can be if left untreated. He'll also talk about traditional and non-traditional ways to manage it. Plus, Lisa Godley profiles Jack Ezzell, one of the WHRO Pioneer Award winners for 2013. It's all on Another View, Friday, April 26 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us at whrv.org.