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From the Freekind website, "Deprivation of freedom is at the heart of human trafficking". Freekind is a non-profit organization on the front lines of educating others about human trafficking, providing prevention and intervention to protect the next generation and instilling a sense of hope for those on their journey to freedom. More than 40% of victims of sex trafficking are African American women. Hear one woman's story and learn about the services that Freekind and others offer to help women, children and even men, escape their captors and restore their lives. Our guests are Lisa Kersey, Executive Director of Freekind, and survivor and social activist Tanya Gould.

The beginning of a new year does not eliminate 2021 challenges! The coronavirus pandemic is still with us, the Biden administration is struggling and there are too many questions and too few answers to the January 6th insurrection. We'll talk about the Youngkin plan to eliminate the mask mandate in Virginia; the turmoil in the Harris vice-presidency and what the possibility of losing our democracy means to the African American community. Insightful and engaging conversation with relationship expert Alvean Lyons, Norfolk City Treasurer Daun Hester; political science professor Carol Pretlow and comedienne and entrepreneur Allison Moore.

In "Brown v. Board of Education", the Supreme Court ruled that "separate is not equal", thus ending school segregation. But the ruling did nothing to close the gap between African American and white students in terms of educational access, equity and participation. The coronavirus global pandemic widened the gap further as schools pivoted to virtual learning, leaving behind those without access to internet services and computers. We discuss the educational divide between Black and white students and what must be done to create equity and fairness for all. Our guests include Dr. James Fedderman, President, Virginia Education Association; Jimmeka Anderson, Ph.D candidate who specializes in urban education; and former Juvenile and Domestic Relations judge for the city of Chesapeake, Judge Eileen Olds.

On behalf of the Another View crew - HAPPY NEW YEAR! May 2022 bring happiness, health and wealth to you and your family. Join us as we look back at one of your favorite Another View programs. We'll be back with you live on January 6, 2022.

How concerned should we be about Omicron, the latest variant of Covid-19? Are the current vaccines strong enough to prevent serious illness? Should we change our plans for the holidays? Is Omicron worse than Delta? So many questions! Some answers on the next Another View with Cardiologist and Health Equity Director for Sentara, Dr. Keith Newby.

The In[HEIR]itance Project is a national arts organization that helps disconnected communities navigate challenging civic conversations through live theatre. Their latest project is happening right here in Hampton Roads! Using the unique history of coastal Virginia, and the Bible book of Exodus as the inherited text, the project is advancing a community dialogue on racial dynamics, redlining and displacement that will become a play to be performed at the Attucks Theatre in May, 2022 as part of the Virginia Arts Festival. Guest host Lisa Godley talks with Zhailon Levingston, Playmaker; theater artist, educator and organizer, Ariel Warmflash; and Navy vet/certified doer Jackie Glass about the project, the stories, the process and how you can get involved.

One of the goals of Another View is to provide information and education about our experiences as Black people in America and how those experiences intersect with other cultures and races. Join us as we focus on relationships between Asian and Black people. There has been cultural conflict between these two groups, but also signs of solidarity. Our guests will explore historical events that may have shaped our perceptions of one another and answer the question, "why can't we be friends?" Ting-Yi Oei, Education Director, 1882 Foundation; Richard Luong, Director of Institutional Advancement with Rising for Justice; and May Nivar, Fellow with CEO Action for Racial Equity (Altria) are our special guests.

Last winter holiday season we were "locked in" because of Covid - spending time only with those within our "bubble". With vaccinations we are able to gather again for Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations, which means planning events and minding our manners! We'll provide a refresher course on manners during this "almost over Covid pandemic". Do you still need to mask up? Do you ask for vaccination proof before allowing guests in your home? How do you handle conversations on tough issues like politics, race and religion? On the entertaining side, what are the "must haves" to be a successful host? And how do you make your home and holiday table festive? Tune in for decorating, and hosting tips from Mia Byrd, Founder and Creative Director, Byrdhouse Creative Brands; and etiquette advice from Monica Edwards, Owner and Innkeeper, Morehead Manor Bed and Breakfast. Plus, Lisa Godley shares the story of one organization's efforts to prevent a nursing shortage.

Fairfax County, Virginia parent Laura Murphy has been trying since 2013 to have the book "Beloved" by Nobel Laureate and Pulitzer Prize winning author Toni Morrison banned from Fairfax County Public School libraries. In 2021, another of Ms. Morrison's books, "The Bluest Eye", is the target of removal from Virginia Beach Public Schools, this time by VB School Board members Victoria Manning and Laura Hughes. "The Bluest Eye" is one of six books they want to see removed from VBPS libraries and high school curriculum, because of their racial and/or sexual content. Parental involvement in curriculum decisions in public schools became a political issue during the recent gubernatorial campaign, with incoming Governor Glenn Youngkin promising to restore the rights of parents to have a say in their child's education. So who gets to decide what children learn, and is banning books the way to achieve the goal? We take a deep dive into the issue with author, former Poet Laureate, and professor emeritus at ODU, Tim Seible

Join us for an analysis of the results of Virginia's 2021 elections. Is the outcome of the gubernatorial race a harbinger of what's to come in the congressional midterm elections? What impact will the results have on local jurisdictions? What about voter turnout and lessons learned to encourage citizens to take local elections seriously? Dr. Eric Claville, Political Analyst and Director for the Center for African American Public Policy at Norfolk State University; and Dr. Wil LaVeist, Journalist, Media Consultant and Author, bring us insight and perspective.

So you have a runny nose, fever, and congestion. Do you have the flu? A cold? Covid-19? Do you know how to tell the difference? It's the time of year for allergies, upper respiratory infections, colds, flu, and we're still in a pandemic. Dr. Keith Newby, Cardiologist and Director of Health Equity with Sentara joins us with answers to your questions about self care as we enter the cold and flu season.

The vote was unanimous - the Old Dominion University Board of Visitors voted Dr. Brian Hemphill as the 9th president of ODU, replacing retiring president John Broderick. Dr. Hemphill officially took office on July 1 of this year and is the first African American president in the University's 91-year history. Join us for an intimate conversation with Dr. Hemphill about himself and his goals, ambitions, desires and dreams for ODU.

Statistical data about education, economics, healthcare and even race often lump African Americans and Hispanic and Latinx people together - but just how well do we know each other? Do we share the same beliefs? Do we face racism and discrimination in the same way? Are we accepted and/or rejected equally by society? Are our politics in alignment? Are we "black and brown together"? In celebration of Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, we take a deep dive into the lives, experiences, joys and struggles of the Hispanic and Latinx community with our guests Mechelle Hankerson, News Director for WHRO Public Media; Olga Torres, Entrepreneur and Community Relations Director for La Selecta Radio; and Ana Luz Williams, Interim Associate Director for Black and Latinx Initiatives, Office of Intercultural Relations at Old Dominion University.

In the book, "These Walls Between Us", we find these words: "...in the mid-1950's a young African American teenager named Mary White traveled north from Virginia to work for my family as a live-in domestic worker during our summer vacation. Mary was fifteen, I was twelve. As the Black "help" and the privileged white daughter, we were not slated for friendship." Thus begins the journey of understanding and rejection of racism by author Wendy Sanford, who grew up white, upper-class and wealthy. We talk with Ms. Sanford about her journey and why her book is an invitation for "white readers to join me in exploring our relationship to white supremacy culture".

The Christian Church - at the epicenter of racism, and the fight against it, in our country. Some experienced the Church and its teachings as a way to overcome bigotry and hatred. Others experienced the Church and its teachings as the way to subjugate others and keep, especially African Americans, "in their place". In this time of racial reckoning in America, what is the role of today's Christian Church? On the next Another View, the work of one local congregation learning how to fight racism and join the journey towards racial justice. Our guests are Cyrus Cormier, author of "Wandering Through the Fire", and Lynn Underwood, author of "The First Stone".

An advisory panel to the Food and Drug Administration says "yes" to booster shots for people 65 and older along with those at high risk for severe illness, but "no" to widespread booster shots for those 12-65. Meanwhile, Pfizer says its vaccine is safe for kids between 5-12 years old. Hospital admissions for children with Covid are at the highest numbers since the CDC started tracking child admissions about a year ago. Schools are doing all they can to keep kids safe, but many schools have classes that have had to shut down because of Covid exposure. Yes - we are still in the pandemic! Dr. Keith Newby, Cardiologist and Director of Health Equity with Sentara, joins us with the latest on the Covid-19, booster shots and keeping our kids and ourselves safe.

Two topics, two guests. First up, the Honorable Congressman Bobby Scott, Chair of the Congressional Committee on Education and Labor with an update on his committee's actions to advance President Biden's Build Back Better Act. Congressman Scott shares how this bill will lower the costs of childcare and higher education, strengthen public schools, help workers secure good paying jobs and help prevent child hunger. In our second half hour Charlie Hill, President, Hampton Roads Prostate Health Forum has a special invitation for men who turn 40 in September! Join us to find out what the Fortify 757 party is all about.

The Supreme Court upheld the Texas law forbidding abortions after the first six weeks of pregnancy, effectively eliminating a woman's constitutional right of choice in that state. Twenty-eight other states have similar laws under consideration. Is this the beginning of the end of Roe V. Wade? Join us as the Another View Round Table debates this and other current events.

Join us as we ease our way into the Labor Day holiday weekend with the soulful sounds of Jae Sinnett's latest CD "Altered Egos". This drummer, composer, music educator and foodie not only talks about his latest work, but also whips up something special from the Cooking with Jae kitchen especially for Another View fans! Here's how to make Jazzy Jae’s Fig and Blueberry Chutney - Ingredients: Two cups diced fresh figs (Not dried), Two cups fresh blueberries, Three tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 1/2 cup lime juice, 1/2 cup brown sugar, One tablespoon grated ginger, Three cloves minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, Three tablespoons honey, One teaspoon mustard seeds, 1/2 cup diced red onion, Two tablespoons butter, Pinch of salt, One tablespoon cornstarch for slurry (three tablespoons lime juice for slurry) Cooking directions: Melt butter in pot on med heat. Add onions. Cook for a couple of minutes stirring. Add all remaining ingredients except the slurry mixture. Stir frequently. Once the blueberr

The Pfizer vaccine has received full authorization from the federal Food and Drug Administration. The CDC and other governmental health organizations are strongly recommending those fully vaccinated with the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine receive a booster shot. The Biden administration is making preparations to roll out the additional shots beginning September 20, 2021. When will Moderna get full authorization? Why is full authorization so important to so many? Why is it necessary to get an additional shot? Who is eligible? Is it safe? Will it prevent the spread of the virus? Were the first two shots not strong enough?