Another View The Radio Show Podcast

Vaccines — everyone's talking about them. But which ones should you get? Should your child be vaccinated? And how do you make the best decision for your family? Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby cuts through the noise and provides sound advice as we tackle the controversy surrounding vaccines.

Every Saturday since 2021, Move the Monument Coalition members protested to remove the Confederate statue standing in the town square of Edenton, NC since 1961. The Edenton Bell Battery Chapter of the Sons of Confederate Veterans protested to keep the statue in place. Late in the evening of August 30, 2025, the statue was removed and temporarily placed in a walled enclosure at the old Chowan County Jail. Another View first told you about the statue and race relations in this idyllic town when we broadcast live from Edenton in 2023. Now, we bring you the latest chapter in the fight to end racism and make the town welcoming for all.

Florida becomes the first state to eliminate vaccine mandates for its citizens — will others follow suit and what does it mean for public health? President Trump promises to send the National Guard to other US cities to curb violence — is that legal? And the race is on to see who will become the next governor of Virginia — will voters turn out in record numbers?

For many African American parents and their children, the "talk" - how Black children are to act when interacting with police - is a necessary rite of passage especially as teens begin to drive. Now parents, regardless of race or ethnicity, are having a new "talk" — this time on how to prepare for a school shooting. The numbers vary depending on the criteria used to define a school shooting, but according to the K-12 School Database, there have been 146 incidents at schools in 2025, including the most recent in Minneapolis, where a gunman killed two students and injured 17 others before taking his own life. We hear from an expert on the best way to help your child prepare for the possibility of a school shooting, and how to process emotions when they happen. Licensed professional counselor Kirsten High shares how to communicate with compassion and without fear.

His name is Dr. Elias Zerhouni, former director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) under President George W. Bush, presidential envoy under President Barack Obama and treating physician for President Ronald Reagan. He is the author of "Disease Knows No Politics," an inspirational medical and political memoir that champions the work of the NIH, and he is our guest on the next Another View on Health. Dr. Zerhouni will share why, despite deep cuts in funding by the Trump administration, he believes the NIH needs to be at the service of all Americans, regardless of their political preferences, race, gender, sexual orientation or religion.

Be it long or short, curly or straight, natural or processed, hair is more than a protective cover on your head — oftentimes it can define how you feel about yourself as a person. For many African American women, hair anxiety, described as "a shared fear among Black women about how their hair looks," is very real. This phenomenon can affect a woman's self-esteem, impact daily life activities and ultimately cause damage to the hair itself. We examine the impact of hair anxiety and explore ways to lessen the stress of caring for our hair. Our guests include Michelle Williams, CEO of Versus Salon, and actress, spokesperson and musician Ashley Tru Ward.

It's the fellas' turn at the Round Table - Roger Chesley, Wil LaVeist, Bill Thomas, and Eric Claville are back! From tariffs, to rising unemployment numbers in the Black community, to the National Guard patrolling the streets of Washington DC, the round table pundits help make sense of what's happening in our world today.

August is Black Philanthropy Month — a time to recognize and celebrate the philanthropic efforts of Black individuals and organizations. The goal is to inspire, inform and invest in Black philanthropic leadership and encourage giving within and by the Black community. We discuss the arts with the leaders of two dynamic Black organizations and find out how you can help them continue to thrive. And by now, you've heard that the Corporation for Public Broadcasting is soon closing its doors. WHRO Public Media CEO Bert Schmidt explains what that means for WHRO.

It's the smallest of the seven major cities in Hampton Roads, but sadly Portsmouth has the highest breast cancer mortality rate in Virginia. Socioeconomic and racial disparities, lack of transportation, and lack of insurance all impact the ability of many women in this city to receive lifesaving screenings and medical care. In fact, until recently, there was no place in Portsmouth for women to go to get a mammogram! We talk about one local healthcare system that has stepped in to fill the gap - the Bon Secours Portsmouth Women's Imaging Center - and how its work is making a difference in saving women's lives.

The Trump administration has set an annual goal to deport one million undocumented persons living in the United States - according to Homeland Security, more than 271,000 people were removed from this country in the first quarter of the year. US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, is responsible for arresting those who are here without authorization. A significant number of ICE arrests and detainees are from Mexico and northern Central America causing fear and concern within the Latin X community. We take a deep dive into the impact of ICE enforcement in Virginia. Our guests include Patricia Bracknell, CEO, Chamber for Hispanic Progress; Elizabeth Schmelzel, Immigration Attorney, Legal Action Justice Center; and Gabriel Morgan, Sheriff, City of Newport News.

According to their website, Majority Democrats is "a group of national, state, and local elected officials representing a new generation of leaders with a goal to grow the Democratic Party. Our members come from all levels of public service and represent a geographically and ideologically diverse coalition, united by strong communication skills and a deep understanding of what resonates in our respective communities." So why does this new national coalition of elected leaders feel the need to "listen to voters, rebuild trust and deliver real results across all communities"? How will they accomplish their goals? And what is the role of Virginia elected officials in this endeavor? We delve into all that and more with an inaugural member of Majority Democrats and the leader of the City of Newport News, Mayor Phillip Jones.

This month, Another View enters its 15th year on the radio because of you, our supporters and listeners. Political and legal analyst Dr. Eric Claville unpacks the details of the Trump administration's "big, beautiful bill," and how the changes will impact our everyday lives.

All across America, Black men and women are making tremendous inroads in conservation, environmentalism, and activism! From environmental justice advocates to park rangers, these men and women of color are consistently making an impact in the movement for a greener, healthier planet. We talk with Thelonius Cooke - owner of The Mighty Thundercloud Edible Forest, Tyrone Jarvis - owner of Go Green Auto Care, and Otis Jones - Board Chair of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation. These men are some of the people in Eastern Virginia who are working within their fields to help protect the environment for generations to come!

They were known as "Black Loyalists" - enslaved and free persons of African descent who fought with the British during the Revolutionary War. Why did they do it? Why did they move to Canada after the war was over? And what is their connection to Virginia Beach, Virginia? We delve into those questions during a special 90-minute history lesson about a little-known part of America's history as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Another View celebrated Juneteenth, the federal holiday that pays tribute to the day that the last enslaved persons in Texas finally got the news that they were free! To celebrate, we invited our listeners to join us as we broadcast live from our studio and the parking lot! We had food trucks, Juneteenth stories by acclaimed storyteller Amy Johnson, a historian, and Another View producer Lisa Godley spoke with Dr. Derrick Lanois, who shared some interesting facts about Juneteenth and its history!

June 19, or Juneteenth, is still a federal holiday, yet some states are scaling back, or even canceling, celebratory events out of concern that they may defy the Trump administration's ban on diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI. How will this impact the Black community in particular, and our society as a whole? Another View Round Table pundits Daun Hester, Gaylene Kanoyton, Allison Moore, and Bill Curtis weigh in on this and other current events.

Dr. Kizart explains which biases most affect educators and why, identifies scenarios where bias governs decisions or behaviors, and offers strategies, tools and tips on how to manage and counteract educational bias. Plus, we pay tribute to the Honorable Judge Jerrauld Jones, a brilliant jurist and dedicated public servant, who passed away on May 31st.

In light of proposed changes to Medicaid and possibly other health care coverage, there is uncertainty about being able to afford medical treatment. Dr. Keith Newby reminds us that self-care is more important than ever, and shares tips on how we can take care of our health.

Renowned poets Tim Seibles and Steven Leyva are award winning poets. They share poems from their latest books, and discuss how this art expression can serve as both protest and comfort during these trying times!

According to the Federation of Virginia Food Banks, one-in-nine Virginians experience food insecurity, meaning they are without adequate access to food, and many have no idea where their next meal is coming from. The same report says one-in-seven Virginia children live in food insecure households, and Black and Hispanic households are more than twice as likely to face food insecurity thanwhite households. Many people who need food turn to local food banks, but now the food banks are struggling to keep the shelves stacked. The reasons are many, including the influx of families needing services in light of federal job losses along with federal grant cuts by the Trump administration. It begs the question, “How are we going to feed those who are hungry?” We dive deeper into the issue and talk about solutions.