Another View The Radio Show Podcast

Since the earliest days of our nation, churches, synagogues and mosques have been gathering places where people of faith share common bonds, the desire to do good work, to improve our lives and to help others. During this special edition of Another View we explore these bonds and the role of religion in freedom movements. See how the First Baptist Church, founded by enslaved men and women in 1776, has been a part of the struggle for freedom and how the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation has brought new life to a long silent part of the church's history. Another View Producer, Lisa Godley hosts this important conversation with special guests: Reverend Reginald Davis, Pastor of the First Baptist Church in Williamsburg; Linda Rowe, a historian with the Colonial Williamsburg Foundation; Imam Shaykh Ammar Amonette, of the Islamic Center of Virginia; Rabbi David Katz, of Temple Beth El and Balfour Hillel at the College of William and Mary; Reverend Max Blalock, of the Wesley Foundation at William and Mary and Reve

It's been two decades since Black Enterprise magazine dubbed Dr. George Fraser the "New Voice for African Americans." On the next Another View, we'll talk with this best selling author, inspirational speaker and founder of the world's largest black networking organization, FraserNet. What does he think about the financial state of Black America? Throughout his career, Dr. Fraser has written six best selling books including: Success Runs in Our Race and Mission Unstoppable: Extraordinary Stories of Failure's Blessings . He's also produced an award winning Power Networking Conference that Forbes Magazine named "One of the top five conferences not to be missed in America!" On the next Another View, Dr. Fraser will share his formula for what must be done to close the economic divide between blacks and whites in America. Join the conversation, this Friday, January 22nd at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

PBS and WHRO-TV 15 are proud to present "Mercy Street" - a six part series beginning Sunday, January 17 that is the first American drama to air on PBS in more than a decade. Filmed on location in Virginia, "Mercy Street" follows the lives of two volunteer nurses on opposing sides of the Civil War. Inspired by memoirs and letters from real doctors and nurse volunteers at Mansion House Hospital in Alexandria, this drama reveals the stories of those struggling to save lives while managing their own hardships. On the next Another View on Health, we'll explore the history of medicine and health care during the Civil War with historians Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander of Norfolk State University,and Audrey Davis, director of the Alexandria Black History Museum, along with cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby. It's all on Another View on Health, Friday, January 15 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

We are a few days into 2016...yet the problems of 2015 linger. The homicide rate is up in Portsmouth, Bill Cosby has been charged with sexual assault, no one will be held criminally responsible for the death of Tamir Rice, President Obama issues new gun control measures by executive order...and the Round Table will talk about it all! 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 for the first Another View Round Table of the new year. Another View is LIVE Friday, January 8 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

On behalf of producer Lisa Godley, audio engineer Victor Bowen and myself, Barbara Hamm Lee, the Another View staff wishes you the very best this holiday season, and peace, love and prosperity in the New Year! Please enjoy a special holiday program on Christmas Day - and join us on Friday, January 1, 2016 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM as we bring in the new year with the best of Another View positive stories from 2015. Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

On the next Another View we talk with Beth Thomas Cohen, author of "Drop the Act, It's Exhausting!". "Drop the Act" is a filter-less take on the struggles of modern womanhood. Cohen encourages all women to free themselves and embrace imperfections in their relationships, sex, parenting, careers, self-esteem and self image. You will shake your head in agreement and laugh out loud at some of the humorous obversations Cohen makes about life! It's all on Another View, Friday, December 18 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

From the mass killing of 14 and wounding of 21 California workers at the hands of a fellow employee, to the alledged murder of an African American man by Chicago police - these are but two of many recent events where violence has taken over our American streets. We appear to be at a crossroad in the debate on how to stop the violence, with some calling for increased gun control, while others are calling for the ban of certain religious and ethnic minorities to enter our country. On the next Another View, we'll talk about "Americans under attack" with our Round Table pundits , journalist and talk show host Wil LaVeist; community activist Bill Thomas; NSU professor of political science Carol Pretlow; and Hampton University law professor Eric Claville. Join us for stimulating conversation on the next Another View, Friday, December 11 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

The holiday season is a time for gatherings - both formal and informal - so now is a good time to brush up on your etiquette skills as they pertain to dining. Do you know which fork to use? How about the butter plate - is it to your right or left? Water glass, wine glass, iced tea glass, cocktail glass - oh, my! Which do I choose and when? On the next Another View we'll talk about the ins and outs of confident and comfortable dining with Rosemarie Burns and Linda Reed, authors of "Which Fork Do I Use?". And we will hear from Virginia's first African American governor, the Honorable Douglas Wilder. Join us for Another View, Friday, December 4 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

The city of Norfolk ranks 5th in the nation when it comes to sexually transmitted diseases or STD's. And the number of young African American males testing positive for HIV is rising at an alarming rate. On the next Another View, join guest host Lisa Godley and Another View on Health Co-host, Dr. Keith Newby, as they discuss HIV in the African American Community with special guests: Dr. Beth Gadkowsky, an infectious disease specialist and Jerome Cuffee, a peer educator who counsels young people once they've been diagnosed with HIV. Plus, Lisa talks to photographer Nadere Johnson about his passion to educate children in Uganda, East Africa. It's all on Another View, Friday, November 20th at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

The president of the University of Missouri resigns amid racial tensions on campus and months of student protests. The discovery that a white police officer in Illinois actually committed suicide...before his death, he blamed two white and one black man for shooting him. And efforts by the Republican party to engage the African American community - are they working? On the next Another View, join Virginian-Pilot Columnist, Roger Chesley; NSU Political Science Professor, Carol Pretlow; Community Activist Bill Thomas; and Author, Journalist and Talk Show Host Wil LaVeist for engaging conversation about these and other "racial realities" happening in our country today. It's all on Another View, Friday, November 13 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

The second topic in our Race: Let's Talk About It initiative addresses the controversial issue of "white privilege" - defined as "any advantage that is unearned, exclusive and socially conferred", according to our guest, Allan G. Johnson, author of "Privilege, Power and Difference". On the next Another View we'll talk about the concept of privilege, if it exists, and how it shapes our society and affects race relations. We will also hear from Carla Johnson who shares her feelings about privilege and race after research and soul searching, and Jonathan Zur, Executive Director of the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities shares his perspective on how white privilege affects our youth. It's all on Another View, Friday, November 6 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

In our continuing efforts to educate our listeners about the process of politics and policy, we've started something new. It's called "The Claville Report: Policy, Law and Politics". On the next Another View, the Director of the Hampton University Pre-Law Institute, Eric Claville joins us as "co-host" for the Claville Report. He and host Barbara Hamm Lee will talk with Spencer Overton, Professor of Law and President of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies at the George Washington School of Law, about the upcoming elections in Virginia and how policy and politics impact our lives. It's an honest conversation about why all of us - and people of color in particular - need to pay attention and participate in each election cycle. It's all on Another View, Friday, October 30 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

Ever listen to jazz but not quite understand what you're listening to? Want to learn more about jazz artists? Ever wonder why some jazz is very soothing to the ear and soul...and other jazz is jarring and makes you feel a bit more frantic? On the next Another View, we'll take you to jazz school with our very own percussionist, composer and host of Sinnett In Session, Jae Sinnett. Jae will share with us his love of this music genre and give you tips on how to listen and what to add to your collection. It's a very special pledge edition of Another View, Friday, October 23 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

The unemployment rate for veterans dropped significantly last year to just over 5%, which sounds really good. But when you break down the numbers by race, the picture isn't as rosey for African American Veterans. In fact, according to the bureau of labor statistics, the unemployment rate among black veterans is more than double that of their white counterparts. On the next Another View, we'll explore why the numbers aren't adding up and what's being done to try and turn things around. Another View producer, Lisa Godley guest hosts and will be joined by Sharaya Martin, a former marine and recent college graduate who shares her personal story about searching for work, Patrick Sawyer, a Senior Consultant for the Department of Veterans Affairs and Willard "Smitty" Smith, the man who has run VetsHouse for two decades and has helped scores of vets find gainful employment. You won't want to miss the next Another View, Friday, October 16th at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

On the next edition of the Another View Round Table, pundits Roger Chesley, columnist with the Virginian-Pilot, Carol Pretlow, professor with Norfolk State University, community activist, Bill Thomas and journalist, author and talk show host Wil LaVeist share their opinions on a variety of issues from who will run for mayor of Norfolk now that Mayor Fraim says he's done...to who the next Speaker of the House will be.. to women and politics and why looks always play a role...to the plight of the African American man in the 25 years since the Million Man March. It's intelligent conversation with a twist of humor and unusual insight - join us for Another View, Friday, October 9 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

LIve coverage of Mother Nature's one-two punch on our viewing area - tidal flooding and hurricane Joaquin - we talk with meteorologists and spokespersons from utilities, public housing, first responders and others about how to stay safe in the storms. Plus we hear about your tips on keeping the kids occupied when the power goes out, and your favorite "go-to" food when there's no electricity to cook! Hunkering down during the storm on the next Another View, Friday, October 2 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM or stream us live on this blog!

If you are 50 years old or older and have high blood pressure, the goal is to get your systolic blood pressure number to 140 or below. Blood pressure of 120/80 is considered normal...or at least it was until the latest study done by the National Institutes of Health. The study, called SPRINT, found that blood pressure should be less than 120 to prevent the risk of heart disease, stroke or heart failure. On the next Another View on Health we talk with cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby about the study and what it means for the thousands of patients who struggle to keep their blood pressure under control. We also talk with Ms. Audrey Thomas-Tarboro who shares her personal struggle with keeping her blood pressure numbers low. It's all on Another View on Health, Friday, September 25 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

It was in September, 100 years ago, that the film "Birth of a Nation" opened at the Colonial Theatre in Norfolk. Birth of a Nation is still considered one of the greatest and most important American films ever made for how it influenced Hollywood's visual storytelling conventions, however, it also made popular devestating stereotypes of African Americans, particularly Black men, as foolish, dangerous, predatory and in need of being controlled or killed. On the next Another View, we'll talk about how the creative community came together to fight against these stereotypes through the arts. "Birth of an Answer" is a celebration of 100 years of African American creative responses to Birth of a Nation. We'll talk with Actor, Director and Producer Tim Reid; Van Dora Williams, Associate Professor of Journalism and Communications, Hampton University; and Sarah Florini, PhD, Assistant Professor of Communications and Theatre Arts, Old Dominion University. Join us for Another View, Friday, September 18 at noon on 8

Another View is 5 years old! Come celebrate with us and the group of people who have been with us all along - the Another View Round Table - Roger Chesley, Columnist for the Virginian-Pilot; Carol Pretlow, Political Science Professor at Norfolk State University; Bill Thomas, Community Activist; and Wil LaVeist, Journalist, Author, Talk Show Host and Professor at ODU. This week the Round Table talks about politics, gun violence and the responsibility of the Black middle class to the rest of the African American community. Plus, they will also share their thoughts about the past five years as pundits on Another View. Join us for our birthday party, Friday, September 11, 2015 at noon on 89.5 WHRV-FM, or stream us live on this blog!

Young African American men dying at the hands of white police officers. White police officers gunned down by African American men. Protests in the streets - the rallying cry, "Black Lives Matter"! Opinion polls stating the racial divide in America is growing. With this social unrest as the backdrop, Another View, along with our partners, the Virginia Wesleyan College Center for Religious Studies, and the Fort Monroe Foundation, will launch a new community initiative called "Race: Let's Talk About It". On the next Another View, we will talk about the initiative and our goal to provide a safe space to hold honest and open conversation about race that moves from emotion to true understanding. Our guests this week include Michele Woods-Jones, Hampton Unity Commission; Jonathan Zur, Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities; Kelly Jackson, Virginia Wesleyan College Center for the Study of Religious Freedom, Glenn Oder, Fort Monroe Authority and Eric Claville, Hampton University. Join us for the next Another V