Best WHRO Public Media Podcasts (2025)

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A Mix of Life

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Scientists have released the first in-depth analyses of the samples from asteroid Bennu.By WHRO

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AV on Health: The Importance of Public Health Services 0:56

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Another View's Barbara Hamm Lee talks public health and possible federal cuts with cardiologist Keith Newby.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Hampton council member wants greater property tax reduction in 2026

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Carolyn Campbell says the city needs to temper its expectations and provide more tax relief to offset residents' rising property values.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Dual Band Radar

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Through an equal partnership between NASA and the India Space Research Organization, NASA is preparing to send the first-of-its-kind dual band radar satellite into space.By WHRO

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Suffolk School Board exploring changes to transgender student policies

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Proposed revisions would change the division's stance on preferred pronouns, use of bathrooms and athletic participation.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Anywhere Any Time

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Have you seen Planetary Defenders yet?By WHRO

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Peninsula health official encourages vaccination, other precautions as Virginia confirms first measles case of 2025

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The vaccine is 97% effective at preventing measles for people who have received two doses, according to Hampton and Peninsula Health District Population Health Manager Tes La Dieu.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Port of Virginia container traffic steady despite tariff anxiety 0:50

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Officials say the port had its second-best March ever last month and traffic volumes remain stable as the Trump administration implements import tariffs.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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New documentary highlights life on Tangier Island as residents fight rising tides 1:02

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The crew behind “Been Here Stay Here" is raising money to hold free screenings on the island.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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'Dark Sky Week' in Norfolk highlights harms of light pollution for migrating birds 0:46

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Mayor Kenny Alexander recently signed a proclamation in line with the annual global campaign.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Inaugural poet laureate wants to ensure the longevity, presence of spoken word in Williamsburg’s art landscape

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Lacroy “Atlas” Nixon hopes his work can get students involved in poetry and bolster a new generation of artists.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Celebrating Earth

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We’re celebrating Earth, as only NASA can.By WHRO

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Kristen Hare, Director of Craft and Local News, Poynter Institute 34:49

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On our 221st episode, we're joined by Kristen Hare. Kristen is Poynter Institute's director of craft and local news. She teaches local journalists the skills they need to serve and cover their communities. Previously she covered the people of business and local news for Poynter. She's based near Tampa, Florida. We covered a wide range of topics wit…

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Suffolk is cracking down on illegal dumping and other ‘environmental crimes’ 1:00

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The new Environmental Crimes Task Force is a partnership between prosecutors, city staff and the fire department.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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One Million Acts of Science

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April is Citizen Science Month!By WHRO

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Suffolk solar farm neighbors ask city to temporarily suspend its permit

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Mayor Mike Duman asked the city manager and attorney to explore Suffolk's legal options.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Residents plan to object Tuesday to Virginia Beach schools suspending DEI policies 0:55

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The Virginia Beach School Board voted in April to eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion programs after Trump threatened to pull federal funds from schools.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Chesapeake hospital notifying patients treated by nurse who reused syringes 0:47

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A Chesapeake nurse was fired for reusing needleless syringes, and though there are no known cases of illness, and the risk of transmission is low, the hospital is recommending patients get tested.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Former New Orleans mayor talks shared challenges between his city and Hampton Roads 4:26

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Mitch Landrieu oversaw the recovery of New Orleans in the wake of Hurricane Katrina as mayor from 2010 to 2018. He sat down with WHRO to talk about the shared challenges between his city and Hampton Roads.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Federal layoffs, tariffs likely to cause economic slowdown in Hampton Roads, expert says 1:04

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Hampton Roads leaders brace for impacts as the trade war heats up and tens of thousands of local workers worry about their jobs.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Tackling housing affordability and discrimination among the discussions at CNU’s Social Justice Conference 0:52

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Expert says popular efforts to loosen local zoning laws aren’t enough to address affordability for the most vulnerable.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Putting Tech to the Test

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Nestled in a pod under an F/A-18 Hornet aircraft wing, traveling up to the speed of sound, NASA put a commercial sensor technology to the test.By WHRO

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BET announces Michael Vick docuseries 0:42

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The show will follow the Virginia native as he returns to his home state to coach football at NSU.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Radiation Tolerant

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When RadPC hitched a ride to the Moon on Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost mission, it was another example of how NASA and American companies are working together to deliver science and technology to the Moon.By WHRO

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New Navy Secretary promises massive investment in shipbuilding 0:46

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The new Secretary of the Navy made his first stop Thursday in Hampton Roads. WHRO MIlitary Reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Most residents at meeting say no to referendum on Virginia Beach voting system 0:58

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For the last two elections, a voting system with 10 district elections for city council and one at-large election for mayor has been in place. Some city leaders want a referendum on the new and old systems.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Williamsburg-James City County Schools looks at options to scale back 2026 budget

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The administration proposes cutting vacant bus driver positions, scaling back some raises to bring pay in line with the market, and holding off on several new teacher, special ed., and behavioral support aide hires in light of a local funding shortfall.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Dominion Energy working with CNU to turn power poles into bat habitat 0:54

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The pilot project includes 13 "bat flats" near Dominion's nuclear power plant in Surry.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Taking Out the Trash

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It’s time to take out the trash!By WHRO

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Great Bridge museum loses training grant because of federal order

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The federal Institute of Museum and Library Services provided about $5 million to organizations in Hampton Roads in the last decade. Under a recent executive order, some of that could disappear.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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The Perfect Cup

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This NASA spinoff keeps your coffee hot.By WHRO

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Evan Urquhart, Founder: Assigned Media; Community Manager: Slate 32:47

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On this episode we're joined by Evan Urquhart. Evan covers anti-transgender propaganda and transgender news issues for Assigned Media (AssignedMedia.org), an organization he founded. He is also the community manager for Slate's comments section and is a freelance writer with many prominent bylines. And he's currently doing a Knight science writing …

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United Way of the Virginia Peninsula working with nonprofits, local governments amid federal cuts

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The organization is hosting meetings and a survey to understand service nonprofits' needs and what local philanthropy can fill.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Fabric Swatches

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SHERLOC, an instrument at the end of Perseverance’s robotic arm, lets scientists study fabric samples on Mars.By WHRO

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Restaurateurs rail against proposed Williamsburg tax increase

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Restaurant owners are worried upping taxes on their customers will drive them to eat out of town, putting their establishments out of business.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Auroras on Neptune

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For the first time, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has captured auroral activity on Neptune.By WHRO

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VA Leader on hand for North Battlefield Clinic ribbon cutting 0:43

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VA Secretary Doug Collins opens the new VA clinic in Chesapeake amid controversy over the number of staff. WHRO Military reporter Steve Walsh has the story.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Bestselling author returns to Chesapeake to celebrate reading, sport and the literary award that changed his life 1:07

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Kwame Alexander kicked off a weekend of events celebrating the 10th anniversary of his Newbery Medal win by dedicating a Little Free Library in Chesapeake's Bells Mill area.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Suffolk Public Schools administration says it would be tough to make up federal support if cut

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Superintendent John Gordon says the division's only contingency plan would be to ask the city to make up the more than $9.5 million if it is cut.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Suffolk School Board and City Council talk new school resource officer funding

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Suffolk's proposed budget includes $5.8 million more than last year for schools, and pays for four of the 11 officers the division requested in 2026.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Homecoming

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Their long-duration science expedition has come to a close with splashdown off the Florida coast.By WHRO

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Hampton's proposed 2026 budget cuts property tax rate

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If approved, the tax rate will decrease by a cent to $1.14 per $100 of assessed value.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Suffolk day program chips away at support needs for adult with disabilities

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Owner Tilfany Brown wants to give a second chance to people rejected from other programs.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Why is Hampton Roads one of the nation's worst areas for pollen allergies? 4:19

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WHRO spoke with an expert at ODU to find out.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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The Deep Unknown

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NASA satellite maps complement efforts by the international scientific community, giving researchers a better picture of the deep unknown.By WHRO

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EPA plans to terminate $20 million grant for flood project in historic Hampton community 1:04

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The funding for Aberdeen Gardens' is on the Trump administration's official chopping block.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Williamsburg considers upping meals and lodging taxes, introducing new ticket tax

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If approved, the new taxes would be effective in January.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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Artemis Tress

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A new generation of Moon trees are taking root across the country.By WHRO

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Lizzy Lawrence, FDA Reporter, STAT News 30:24

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On this episode we're joined by Lizzy Lawrence. Lizzy covers the Food and Drug Administration for STAT News, a subscription-based part of Boston Globe's media newsroom owned by the Boston Globe that covers the frontiers of health and medicine. As they say- "We take you inside the science labs and hospitals, biotech boardrooms, and political backroo…

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Nature Conservancy buys nearly 700 acres to protect in Surry County 0:53

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The nonprofit plans to drain Sunken Meadow Pond for a wetlands restoration project, which has drawn pushback from local residents.By 89.5 WHRV-FM, Norfolk, VA

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