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Ahmaud Aubrey was shot to death while jogging in his Brunswick, Georgia neighborhood. It happened two months ago, but the accused murderers were not charged until this month when video of the shooting surfaced and national attention forced action. It is one more example of African Americans being killed while doing everyday activities. It's a hot topic for the Another View Round Table featuring relationship expert Alvean Lyons, Norfolk City Treasurer Daun Hester, NSU professor Carol Pretlow and comedienne and entrepreneur Allison Moore.

Hear a candid conversation with Congressman Bobby Scott, representing the third congressional district in Virginia. Congressman Scott is Chairman of the Committee on Education and Labor, and sits on the Committee on the Budget. He is intimately involved in legislation to move the country through the coronavirus pandemic. Congressman Scott will answer your questions about healthcare, jobs, the economy and the future of our country in light of the pandemic.

We have a candid conversation with Norfolk Police Chief Larry Boone about policing during the coronavirus pandemic. Is crime up or down as we stay at home? How are his officers handling their duty to protect and serve in the time of social distancing? And what effect has the pandemic had on the Guns Down movement? We also hear from the former medical director of trauma services at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Dr. Leonard Weireter, Jr., about gun violence as a public health issue.

The coronavirus pandemic means staying at home - which translates to kids as not going back to class until September, online learning, no play dates and being stuck in the house with their annoying brother or sister or parents! Most children are resilient and will make it through this time just fine. But there are other kids who may not fare as well. They are feeling the financial pressure from their parents who may have been laid off. They may not have access to the internet and cannot participate in on-line learning. School may have been their safe haven from a dysfunctional family. How are they to cope? We talk about our children's mental health during the pandemic. Psychiatrist Dr. Pat King will share warning signs of depression and other mental illness and provide guidance to parents on how to maintain a healthy home environment for our young people. And we talk with one young man who turned his coronavirus frustration into song!

There's a saying in the Black community - "When the nation gets a cold, Black folks get pneumonia", and sadly that may apply to coronavirus and Covid-19. As we all aware, coronavirus does not discriminate - all of us can be exposed to the virus and anyone can become infected. So why is it that in certain states and communities, African Americans are dying at much higher numbers than others from Covid-19? We look for answers as we explore how racism and healthcare inequities impact the Black community in the fight against this pandemic.

We hope that you and your family are safe and well as you continue to practice social distancing and washing your hands! Our AV Round Table pundits reflect on their time at home and share information from their individual professions on ways to cope with the coronavirus pandemic. Join Alvean Lyons, Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow and Allison Moore for stimulating and insightful conversation.

The educational achievement gap between African American and other students is well documented - African American children, on average, score lower on tests and are given lower grades than Asian, White, and Latino students. Now that students must be home-schooled because of Covid-19, there are concerns that the "gap" could widen into a "gulf" and Black children may not be able to catch up. We talk about ways parents, guardians and the community can come together to help all students, but particularly Black students, to continue to learn while at home. Our guests include Chris Stewart, Chief Executive Officer of Education Post, a media project of the Results in Education Foundation, and Elmer Seward, Vice President of Education Services with WHRO Public Media. We'll also talk about community initiatives to keep our young people engaged.

Efforts to stop the spread of coronavirus have had a profound effect on our finances and our personal relationships. We hear of financial relief from the federal government, but what does that mean? How much will Americans get and when will it come? And how do we prepare for when the economy goes back to normal? And what about our personal relationships? The new normal requires we shelter in place as much as possible so how do we effectively deal with cabin fever, frayed nerves, and isolation?

As we come to grips with our new normal woht the outbtreak of the coronoavirus, Another View is here to provide up-to-date information to keep you and your family safe.

Coronavirus, the Presidential election, casinos in Virginia and decriminalization of marijuana are just some of the subjects that are top of mind in the Black community...and on the Another View Round Table! Join Alvean Lyons, Carol Pretlow and special guest Roger Chesley for interactive, stimulating and engaging conversation about these and other current events.

Get the latest information on the coronavirus and COVID-19, the disease that stems from the virus. Internist Dr. Alvin Harris and a host of experts on the virus and disease answer your questions and share preventative measures you can take to protect yourself and your loved ones.

Hear the inspirational story of a young, African American woman's rise in military leadership while at the same time coming to grips with her sexuality. Courtney Kittrell, author of "Unapologetically Favored", shares how she moved from depression, disappointment, racism and questions about her sexuality to discovering her strength and walking in her purpose. Her story is one of resilience and love. It's a story of hope for anyone who has ever felt he or she didn't belong. And we pay tribute to four African Americans who are now gone, but never forgotten: Katherine Johnson, Kobe Bryant, B. Smith and Byron Burney.

Impeachment, a trial with no witnesses, acquittal, political consequences, now the independence of the Justice Department is in question - what's next in the Trump administration? What impact will our internal political issues have on the world stage? And what should we expect as Democrats pick their candidate for president? We pose these questions and more to Dr. Eric Claville, creator of The Claville Report and Director of the Center for African American Public Policy at Norfolk State University. Plus, Barbara Ciara joins us to talk about integration history at Norfolk State University.

Join the Another View Round Table with analysis and insight on the outcome of the New Hampshire primary, plus a look at pop culture including the best way to report the "good, bad and ugly" parts of a fallen public figure's life, and why "Hair Love" struck such a positive cord in the African American community. Join Alvean Lyons, Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow and Allison Moore for lively conversation about today's current events!

The 60's were a turbulent time, not only in the big cities of our nation, but also in our rural communities. Racism was rampant and Blacks learned to "stay in their place". For African Americans cruelty and hatred was expected from whites - but what about when the same behaviors came from your own community? We talk candidly with author Jeffrey Blount. His book is called "The Emancipation of Evan Walls" and it is the fictional story of a young boy caught in the crossfire of hate from whites and his own people, who questioned whether he was "Black enough" because he wanted better for his life. We will explore a consequence of segregation rarely discussed outside the Black community - how segregation caused African Americans to turn against each other!

What does poverty look like to you? A homeless person? Someone living in dilapidated housing? A child with no shoes? How about ALICE - Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained, Employed...or in other words, the working poor? ALICE is the majority face of poverty - and the United Way of the Virginia Peninsula is doing something about it. We talk with Shante Bell, a self-described ALICE, Executive Director of the Historic Triangle Community Services Center, and Charvella West, Director of Community Impact and Operations for UWVP, about the new face of poverty and what can be done to help those in need.

Dred Scott and Plessy v. Ferguson - two 19th century landmark Supreme Court cases that denied basic civil rights to African Americans. Now in the 21st century, the descendants of the plaintiffs and judges in these cases are working together towards racial healing. It’s a candid conversation about how some laws led to racism and how we can work together now for change. Our guests include Lynne M. Jackson, great great-granddaughter of Dred Scott, the slave who sued for his freedom in 1857; and Henry L. Chambers, Jr., professor at University of Richmond School of Law, and member of Governor's Commission to Examine Racial Inequity in Virginia Law.

With the assassination of Iran's top general Qasem Soleimani, has President Trump and his administration just started a war with Iran? Will Iran retaliate for the airstrike at Baghdad International Airport that killed Soleimani and others? What should we as Americans expect in the days and weeks to come? This is just one of the topics we will explore with the Another View Round Table, featuring Alvean Lyons, Allison Moore, Daun Hester and Carol Pretlow.

Another View is moving to Thursdays beginning January 9, 2020. Sadly, cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby will not be coming with us. So on this, our last Friday show, we get up close and personal with this husband, father, deacon, entrepreneur and cardiologist to get his thoughts on life and the state of the African American community as we enter a new decade.

As 2019 comes to an end, we at Another View reflect on the programs we've shared with you during the year. From the ever popular award winning Another View Round Table to our live shows "on the road", we've had a great year!