Another View The Radio Show Podcast

You made it through Thanksgiving without overeating or gaining weight. Now we're in the full swing of the December holiday season which means parties, dinners, cookies and cakes and candy as presents, eggnog and other "adult beverages" to drink, and before you know it, you've gained the "holiday 10"! On the next Another View, cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby and fitness expert Melodie Doughty, share ways we can enjoy ourselves during this season without the weight gain and the guilt. If you've got questions about how to stay on track, we've got answers.

Terry Morris, Ph.D, is a systems engineer at NASA Langley Research Center. His resume is impressive, serving as the Lead for Integrated Hazards Analysis within the Safety Critical Avionics Systems Branch at NASA. He has also conducted dynamic research for space station robotics, independent assessment of space shuttle software and served as a decision expert on New York City's safety-critical subway system, just to name a few of his accomplishments. He received a bachelors degree in electrical engineering at Mississippi State University; a masters degree in electrical engineering at ODU; a Ph.D in systems engineering at UVA, and a George M. Low Fellowship at MIT, along with other certifications from the Brookings Institute and MIT. These are monumental accomplishments - but wait until you hear the back story! On the next Another View Dr. Morris shares his life story, including homelessness and estrangement from his family and how he refused to let life circumstances hold him down! Be prepared to be inspi

What would make a young African American male, raised in church, member of the Boy Scouts and good student turn to gang life? Why does any young person choose to join a gang...or is it a choice? On the next Another View you will hear the story of Quantez Demont Russell who at 30 years old and in a gang, disappeared and hasn't been seen since. His mother, Joan Russell Turner, has turned the heartbreak of not knowing what happened to her son into action to help save other children from gang life. Also joining us is gang expert Bobby Kipper, Founder and Director of the National Center for the Prevention of Community Violence. If you are a parent, teacher, mentor, coach or in any way involved with the well-being of children you will not want to miss the next Another View, Friday, November 17 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live at anotherviewradio.org!

On the next Another View Round Table our pundits analyze the outcome of Virginia's 2017 elections, including who is selected as our next Governor; the debate on stronger gun laws in light of the multiple mass shootings; and the President's apparent inability to comprehend cultural differences among Americans. Join Virginian-Pilot columnist Roger Chesley, NSU political science professor Carol Pretlow and community activist Bill Thomas for the next Another View Round Table.

On the next Another View we continue our "Race: Let's Talk About It" conversations - this time exploring what it means to be Muslim American. What is the Islamic faith and how does it differ from Christianity? How do Muslim Americans feel about those who take their religion to the extreme and cause hate and death to others in the name of Allah? How can we all learn to love one another and accept our differences without fear or retribution? Our guests include Joshua Salaam, Chaplain, All Dulles Area Muslim Society; and Saher Mirza, a woman of the Islamic faith.

On the next Another View, we begin our “Race: Let’s Talk About It” conversation with filmmaker Karen Thorsen, creator of the documentary “James Baldwin, The Price of a Ticket”. In his own words, Baldwin shares what it means to be black, poor, gifted and gay in a world that doesn’t understand that all men are brothers. Thorsen gives us insight on this iconic literary giant and civil and gay rights activist, along with the back story on the development of the film.

How do you go on with life after the death of your infant son? Author Candy Hayes turned her sorrow to joy by creating Daniel's Blessings, a non-profit dedicated to ensuring the educational needs of children, particularly in Haiti! On the next Another View we'll talk with Candy about her work and hear inspiring stories of children she has helped succeed despite overwhelming obstables. We'll also hear some of her poetry from her new book, "The Road in the River".

It seems today everyone is protesting, Black Lives Matter, white supremacists, football players, and even Vice President Mike Pence. And now according to news reports, the FBI apparently has identified a new protest source, Black Identity Extremists - they supposedly protest police brutality against African Americans and thus cause retaliatory lethal violence against law enforcement. On the next Another View, our Round Table pundits take on the issue of protest - is it still an effective tool to create change? Join Roger Chesley, Columnist for the Virginian-Pilot; NSU Political Science Professor Carol Pretlow; Community Activist Bill Thomas and Poet Laureate Tim Seibles for intelligent, insightful conversation on Another View.

It's a phenomenon unique to communities of color - those with very light skin "passing" for white, particularly for African Americans, during the Jim Crow era. On the next Another View we'll talk with Donna Drew Sawyer, author of Provenance: A Novel, about what happens in the life of a fictional character who passes for white; and historian Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander who shares the history of this practice.

"Spare the rod, spoil the child"...the adage used by more than 70% of parents who believe in spanking as a form of discipline for children. Black parents have a particular attachment to it, argues author Stacey Patton, because they believe that by spanking they will protect their children from street violence, the police and prison. Patton asks African American parents to consider how whupping their kids reflects and reinforces racist ideology that black kids are inherently inferior and less civilzed and need violence in order to be controlled. She begs parents to Spare the Kids!

According to the Virginia Department of Health, the number of women using heroin had doubled in the past ten years, along with 18-25 year olds and Caucasians. In fact, heroin addition is now considered a health issue and not necessarily a criminal one. But what about addiction in the African American community? Are the numbers the same? Is the treatment the same? Now that it's a health issue, will more addicts of color get the help they need? On the next Another View on Health we'll talk with Tony Crisp, Director of Addiction and Recovery Treatment Services with the Hampton-Newport News Community Services Board; and we'll meet an opioid addict currently receiving treatment. Join Barbara Hamm Lee and co-host, cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby for the next Another View, Friday at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

By her own admission, she's a" plus-sized woman with a nose for nonsense!" - she is Monica Morton, Private Detective! Monica owns a private detective agency, and for the past 17 years has provided services to corporate, private, entertainment and professional athletes. On the next Another View, Monica shares the six signs of infidelity and what you can do if you find your spouse or significant other cheating. She is energetic, charismatic and you will love the stories she has to share! And, it's our Fall Membership Drive, so plan to make your pledge of support to keep Another View on the air.

On the next Another View, our round table pundits discuss everything from DACA, to the Trump administration pulling back on the HBCU conference, to the President using race as a distraction to the implementation of executive orders more harmful to the Black community. Our panelists include Roger Chesley, Columnist, The Virginian-Pilot; Tim Seibles, Professor, Author and Poet; Bill Thomas, Community Activist; and Wil LaVeist, Journalist, Author and Talk Show Host. Intelligent conversation on the next Another View, Friday, September 8 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

What can a 70-something year old white male and a 40-something year old African American female tell you about your love life? On the next Another View meet Doug Weiss, author of "Life, Love and Internet Dating", and relationship expert Alvean Lyons, who are now the hosts of "Love Life" a podcast designed to help you "love life" so you can enjoy your "lovelife!".

On line medical tests promise a time-saving, cost effective diagnosis. According to the ads, they can detect everything from heart disease to cancer. But how accurate are the tests and what's the next step if you take the on-line route? We'll tackle the good, the bad and the ugly of an internet diagnosis this week on Another View with AV on Health Co-Host, Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby, and special guests: Dr. Khadijah Jordan, Obstetrician/Gynecologist and Dr.Kristina Ramsey, Optometrist. Join us on the next Another View, Friday August 25th at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

The violence in Charlottesville over the weekend shocked the consciousness of the nation. The rallying cry - denounce hatred! But why are Neo-Nazis, White Supremacists and White Nationalists still functioning in this country in 2017? Why are hate groups rearing their ugly heads at this time and why as a society have we been unable to stop them? Tough questions that we will tackle on the next Another View with Professor Angela A. Allen-Bell, B.K. Agnihotri Endowed Professor at Southern University Law Center, and Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander, Professor of History and Director of the Joseph Jenkins Roberts Center for the Study of the African Diaspora at Norfolk State University. Join us for another view of hate in America on the next Another View, Friday, August 18 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

Tensions are escalating between the United States and North Korea...Republicans have been unable to overturn the Affordable Care Act...the Justice Department is taking on affirmative action in higher education...and special counsel Robert Mueller has convened a grand jury in the Russia/Trump investigation. Lots going on...but do we really understand the back story? Do we know the ramifications of decisions made in each of these issues? And ultimately, how will it affect you as a citizen of the United States? On the next Another View, history and law professor Dr. Eric Claville takes a deep dive into each of these areas and explains why you should care. Join us for The Claville Report on the next Another View, Friday, August 11 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!.

When Lynn Briley, Janet Brown and Karen Ely moved into their dorm rooms at the College of William and Mary in 1967, they made history twice, becoming the first African American residential students and the first African American female undergraduates. That was 50 years ago. On the next Another View we'll talk about their experiences on campus and the continuing efforts of the College of William and Mary to acknowledge and repair relationships with the African American Community. Our guests include Lynn Briley, Janet Brown, and Jacquelyn McLendon, Emerita Professor of English, and commemoration leader. Join us for the next Another View, Friday, August 4 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

On the next Another View on Health, it's all about aqnswering your healthcare questions. Host Barbara Hamm Lee and co-host, cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby discuss the latest with the health care bill and invite you to share your thougts!

What is the future of public transportation in Hampton Roads? Will Light Rail be extended? Will there be high speed travel between the Peninsula and the South Side? What about a third crossing? And who will pay for any of it? On the next Another View we'll talk with the experts from Hampton Roads Transit - William Harrell, President/CEO, Jamie Jackson, Director of Transit Development and Samantha Sink, Transit Development Planner.