Best Indepth Interviews Podcasts (2025)

1
Indepth Arts and Care Podcast interview with Christopher Adam Williams, The Black Davinci 30:56

16d ago30:56

30:56

In-Depth Arts and Care Podcast: Where Creativity Meets Compassion Welcome to our captivating podcast, which invites you on a journey of exploration where the transformative power of art intersects with the art of caring. In this show, we delve into the lives of remarkable individuals and uncover the profound ways in which creativity, empathy, and c…

1
Hampton Roads admiral is nominated to be Chief of Naval Operations 0:47

12h ago0:47

0:47

The head of Fleet Forces in Norfolk has been nominated to be the next Chief of Naval Operations. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Norfolk's mayor will become vice chancellor of Virginia's community colleges

15h ago

—

Kenny Alexander says the new job won't change how he does his job as mayor - and will keep him closer to home than the job he's had since 2021.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Styrofoam ban takes effect July 1 in Virginia 0:49

15h ago0:49

0:49

For now, the ban on foam containers applies only to food vendors with 20 or more locations in Virginia.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Here are results from some of Hampton Roads most competitive primary elections

18h ago

—

Candidates for local offices in Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Chesapeake all faced tough races to represent their political party in November's general election.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Chesapeake City Council rejects data center proposal 0:59

1d ago0:59

0:59

Residents concerned about noise and environmental impacts flooded City Hall to speak against what would have been the first major data center in the region.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
The latest aircraft carrier is expected to miss its July delivery date 0:50

1d ago0:50

0:50

The latest aircraft carrier is expected to miss its July delivery date, according to a new report. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Virginia will consider regulation to protect turtles from getting caught in crab pots 1:04

1d ago1:04

1:04

State regulators are set to hear from petitioners seeking to require terrapin excluder devices on crab cages.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Sentara, Virginia Wesleyan partner on new college of health sciences 1:04

2d ago1:04

1:04

The announcement comes two months after Sentara announced it was shutting down degree programs at its college.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Thousands rally in Hampton Roads for anti-Trump ‘No Kings’ protests 1:06

4d ago1:06

1:06

At Chesapeake's event, hundreds of protesters fed up with President Donald Trump made their voices heard.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Virginia Beach's economic development director resigns 0:50

6d ago0:50

0:50

He's the second economic development director to resign in less than a year.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Red Wing Park in Virginia Beach to reopen Saturday 0:51

6d ago0:51

0:51

The park has been closed since October for roadway improvements, with a brief pause to construction in early April for the Cherry Blossom Festival.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Environmental groups in Hampton Roads at odds with Army Corps over proposed wetlands mitigation project 1:06

6d ago1:06

1:06

The groups worry the Corps’ pending approval of a project in Prince George County could upend the legal mechanism that protects wetlands in Hampton Roads.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Williamsburg pens emergency water deal with Newport News Waterworks

6d ago

—

It comes at no upfront cost to Williamsburg. The city paid $12 million for the first leg of the agreement with the regional water provider in 2009, which came up for renewal in 2024 and would have cost $18 million.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Army Secretary visits Yorktown for Army 250 0:50

6d ago0:50

0:50

The Army’s 250th Anniversary celebration included a stop at Yorktown Thursday. The Army Secretary highlighted plans to transform the service. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Hampton hits pause on anti-camping ban

7d ago

—

City Council wants to get more feedback before taking action on an ordinance that advocates say would criminalize homelessness.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Indigenous leaders discuss land loss, environmental challenges in coastal Virginia 1:05

7d ago1:05

1:05

Members of the Nansemond, Chickahominy and Upper Mattaponi Indian Tribes spoke as part of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's climate lecture series in Virginia Beach.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Virginia Beach wants Nimmo Parkway extension to move ahead, despite environmental concerns 1:11

8d ago1:11

1:11

An accident in May that blocked Sandbridge Road and cut off the oceanfront community for 18 hours galvanized leaders to relook at the stalled roadway project.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Art exhibit in Newport News highlights community toll of coal dust 1:07

8d ago1:07

1:07

"Evidence: Coal Dust in Hampton Roads” will be on display at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center through July 9.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
James City County residents raise concerns as county takes step forward on government center

8d ago

—

Several residents criticized the project's price tag, necessity and impact on traffic and wooded spaces. County officials say they need the space to meet the community's service needs, with a population that has nearly quadrupled since the current center was built in the 1970s.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Former Hampton Councilman Randy Gilliland dead 0:36

8d ago0:36

0:36

City officials remembered Gilliland as a dedicated public servant.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
State grant to help Jamestown protect, study ‘at risk’ historic resources

8d ago

—

The 400-year-old historic site faces more frequent flooding and ground inundation that is washing away some history.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
USS Gravely returns home Monday after new border mission 0:44

9d ago0:44

0:44

The Norfolk-based USS Gravely is in Galveston Texas, part of a larger Navy effort at the southern border. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Naval Weapons Station Yorktown and Dominion look at possible small nuclear plant on base 0:40

12d ago0:40

0:40

Naval Weapons Station Yorktown signed an agreement with Dominion Power, which may bring a small nuclear plant to the base. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
A rare tick-borne disease has started spreading into Virginia 1:01

13d ago1:01

1:01

Babesiosis, a parasitic infection similar to malaria, was traditionally limited in the U.S. to the Northeast and Midwest.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Newport News adds 155 mixed-income housing units to its southernmost neighborhood 0:53

13d ago0:53

0:53

Former residents of the Ridley Place neighborhood have priority for renting apartments in the new Legacy Landing.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
The Navy is expanding well testing for so-called “forever chemicals” in Hampton Roads 0:48

13d ago0:48

0:48

The Navy is expanding well testing for so-called “forever chemicals” in Hampton Roads. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Crime has decreased at the Oceanfront in the last few years, but the police department may face challenges keeping it there 0:57

14d ago0:57

0:57

Police Chief Paul Neudigate said beach crowds have changed from college students to daytrippers, making it difficult to predict large influxes of people. Staffing shortages also add to the challenge of the Oceanfront’s safety.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Chesapeake Bay states make progress on cutting pollution 0:42

15d ago0:42

0:42

The most recent annual analysis found reductions of up to 22% in nutrient and sediment pollution.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Staff issues at the VA and cuts to medicaid were part of House testimony at Norfolk State 0:50

15d ago0:50

0:50

A panel of House Democrats met at Norfolk State University to hear testimony about how federal budget cuts impact local veterans. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Nearly $50 million in federal environmental grants canceled in Hampton Roads 0:51

16d ago0:51

0:51

The grants would have funded work such as flood resilience at Historic Jamestown and dam improvements in Portsmouth.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
A large portion of the USS Truman strike group returned home this weekend 0:50

17d ago0:50

0:50

A large portion of the USS Truman strike group returned home this weekend. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
New details are being released about a massive air strike by USS Truman 0:40

20d ago0:40

0:40

New details are being released about a massive air strike by USS Truman as the strike group prepares to arrive in Hampton Roads. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
From sewage to pipeline: New local project to convert wastewater byproduct into natural gas 1:05

21d ago1:05

1:05

Virginia Natural Gas is partnering with the Hampton Roads Sanitation District on the project in Virginia Beach.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Volunteers spot northern Outer Banks' first sea turtle nest of the season 0:55

21d ago0:55

0:55

Conservationists remind beachgoers never to approach a sea turtle or nest and to never shine lights on them at night.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Local LGBT service organizations call for state to restore HIV treatment, prevention grants

21d ago

—

The LGBT Life Center says its lost $600,000 to cuts since 2024. Minority AIDS Support Services lost more than $550,000.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
The USS Truman is returning to Norfolk after an eventful deployment 0:48

23d ago0:48

0:48

USS Truman is returning to Norfolk after an eventful deployment. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Chesapeake Bay Foundation ferries 5th graders around the Lynnhaven River 1:01

23d ago1:01

1:01

WHRO tagged along on one of the nonprofit's environmental student field trips.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
‘Sail 250’ will bring 60 international ships to Norfolk for America’s anniversary 1:05

26d ago1:05

1:05

Gov. Youngkin came to the Waterside marina for a launch event.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Suffolk School Board approves changes to transgender student policies

27d ago

—

The revisions strike discrimination protections based on gender identity and change the division’s stance on preferred pronouns, bathroom use and sports participation.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
NOAA projects above-average hurricane season in the Atlantic 1:03

27d ago1:03

1:03

The nation's top weather officials say there could be as many as 19 named storms this hurricane season, which begins June 1.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
New poll shows Spanberger with double-digit lead over Sears in governor's race 0:42

27d ago0:42

0:42

Roanoke College's latest poll gives an early edge to Democrat and former Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger over Republican Lt. Governor Winsome Sears.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Blue crabs continue to decline in the Chesapeake Bay 0:42

27d ago0:42

0:42

The population in Virginia and Maryland dipped this year to its second-lowest number since local officials began their annual dredge survey in 1990.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Marine heat waves in the Chesapeake Bay doubled over past two decades 0:55

27d ago0:55

0:55

A new report from the University of Maryland adds to a growing body of research showing water in the bay is getting hotter.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Memorial Day means strawberries in Virginia Beach — but the plant is growing earlier each year 1:02

27d ago1:02

1:02

A late May tradition of celebrating strawberries is complicated by changing climates and peak ripeness arriving earlier in the season.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Army is looking at TRADOC headquarters for cuts as command moves to Austin under merger 0:46

27d ago0:46

0:46

The Army is merging a command at Fort Eustis with a command in Austin, putting some jobs at stake. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Norfolk floodwall project will take more time, money than originally planned, officials say 1:00

27d ago1:00

1:00

Officials with the city and Army Corps of Engineers updated City Council this week.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Residents fear construction will shake over Colonial-era buildings in James City County

28d ago

—

Preservation Virginia listed the Kingsmill Plantation site as one of the commonwealth's most endangered historic places.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

1
Navy hearing looks at future drone squadrons 0:48

29d ago0:48

0:48

Naval Station Norfolk is set to be the east coast home for the Navy’s new drone squadrons. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the details.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA