Jae Sinnett is a man of many talents. He's a percussionist, radio show producer and host, foodie, and now has a new passion - HR Jazz, Inc.! We talk with Jae about his latest endeavor to enhance jazz education in Hampton Roads, engaging with students of all ages to learn and enjoy this uniquely American form of music. Plus, he'll share some delicio…

Ageism is a factor in this year's presidential race, with voter concern about how old is too old to be the leader of the United States. Age is a factor in all aspects of our lives, from voting, to career choices, to our quality of living. Our Round Table pundits examine their own lives in terms of their age. Have they faced discrimination based on …

You've made it. You're at the top of your profession - setting goals, leading your team, making things happen. On the outside, it seems that you've got it all together. Yet inside, you feel isolated, disrespected, defensive, and lonely. Stress in the workplace is real. Therapist and licensed clinical social worker Charese Josie addresses the silent…

GLP-1 - Glucagon-like peptide-1 - is a class of medications used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus and, in some cases, obesity. That's the formal definition of the drugs many are using now solely to lose weight. It's the latest in the weight loss war. Nearly 48% of African American adults in the US are clinically obese, and Black women are especial…

It was a noble ambition - the creation of a juvenile court where specially trained public servants and benevolent judges would assist children and families. But according to Jane Spinak, author of "The End of Family Court", this dream has never been achieved and children and families continue to be failed by what she calls a "deeply flawed" court. …

From the President's State of the Union address, to the Republican response, to the outcomes of the Virginia General Assembly, women and women's issues have been front and center. The all female Another View Round Table brings perspective and insight about the role women will play during this election year. And in light of Women's History Month, th…

Virginia's Eastern Shore is so tiny that it is sometimes left off Virginia maps! But this Peninsula has a rich history and its future is being threatened by climate change and sea level rise. We hear about the resilience of residents on the Eastern Shore and how they are dealing with real changes to their way of life, as portrayed in the documentar…

“The numbers tell the tale - four out of five African American women - and more than 20% of African American children are overweight or obese. Among many factors contributing to unhealthy weight is the lack of access to healthy foods.We hear from with representatives of two organizations who are working hard to lower obesity rates through food educ…

It was in February, 2023 when Another View broadcasted live from Edenton, North Carolina. This idyllic town is divided over the confederate statue that sits prominently in the town square. Some want it removed, others want it to stay. One year later, we revisit the confederate statue issue. What has happened since our visit? Is the statue still sta…

We hear an intimate conversation with Norfolk's newest power couple, Sean Washington and Jessica Larche! She is the evening anchor on WTKR News 3; he is the newly named Economic Development Director for the City of Norfolk. We talk about balancing life, love, and high-power careers - and the role of faith in it all.…

You ask - and we deliver! We welcome back to the round table, the original Another View Radio Show pundits! Roger Chesley, Wil Laveist, Bill Thomas, and Carol Pretlow debate the significance of the Black male vote in the 2024 elections.By WHRO

PBS and WHRO-TV 15 proudly present "Gospel", the latest docu-series by Dr. Henry Louis Gates. In "Gospel", Gates digs deep into the origin story of Black spirituality through sermon and song. The docu-series airs February 12-13 on WHRO-TV 15. Another View is working in partnership with Norfolk State University's public radio station, 91.1 WNSB-FM t…

Sickle cell disease affects 100,000 Americans, most of whom are Black. Sickle cell disease is a a debilitating blood disorder caused by a single mutated gene. Recently, the Food and Drug Administration approved two new treatments that could eliminate symptoms of the disease, and have even been called a "cure", but the treatments will be out of reac…

Black women are three times more likely to die from a pregnancy related cause than White women. There are many reasons for the disparity, including lack of quality healthcare, underlying chronic conditions, structural racism, and implicit bias. One organization in Hampton Roads says there's another missing component in maternal and child well-being…

Our Round Table pundits bring analysis and commentary on our political climate today. From what to expect from the Virginia General Assembly, to the upcoming Iowa caucuses, to the intersection of higher education and Congress, pundits Daun Hester and Eric Claville share their views on the political landscape.…

Another View is excited to kick off 2024 with an engaging conversation with author Jeffrey Blount! His new book is "Mr. Jimmy From Around the Way". It's a story of activism, speaking out on poverty, inequities in housing, education, healthcare, and justice. It's ultimately a story of love and redemption that hopefully will spur all of us to action.…

As 2023 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 Another View on Health, and our live, "on the road" shows, we've had a great year! May your 2024 be prosperous and wonderful! We'll be back live on January 4, 2024!…

Book banning, removing African American history from public schools, a Black woman named Supreme Court justice, Brittany Griner released from Russian jail - just some of the major news stories affecting the Black community in 2023. Our Round Table pundits Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow, Gaylene Kanoyton, and Dr. Alvean Lyons talk about the stories that…

The New Journal and Guide is the third oldest Black newspaper in the country, and since 1987 journalist Leonard Colvin has been a fixture on its weekly pages. Leonard Colvin has been chronicling Black life in Hampton Roads for more than 36 years, covering topics from civil rights to politics, to Black culture. We hear a conversation with Leonard ab…

Stroke is defined as a "brain attack" that most often occurs when blood that brings oxygen to your brain stops flowing and brain cells die. And African Americans are more likely to experience stroke and/or die from it than any other racial group. Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby talks about the causes, treatments, and preventive measures you can take t…

The holidays are here - time for family to come together and celebrate! Will your dinner table be full of laughter, love, and joy - or strife, conflict, and hurt feelings? Just how do you keep the peace between family members during what is supposed to be a joyous time of year? Relationship expert and leadership consultant Dr. Alvean Lyons shares s…

Hear analysis of the outcomes of Virginia's 2023 elections from an African American perspective. How will control of the House and Senate affect the Black community? What was the impact of negative political ads that portrayed Black men as criminals? And do the results of Virginia's elections portend what is to come in 2024? Join Daun Hester, Gayle…

She is the consummate journalist, whose commanding voice and presence has filled the news airwaves on every network in Hampton Roads, including WHRO-TV! After 50 years in journalism, Barbara is leaving the anchor desk to start a new chapter in her life, retirement. We take a look back at her stellar journalism career and how she has been a driving …

According to Feeding America, the Black community consistently faces hunger at higher rates than whites because of social, economic, and environmental challenges. African Americans are three times more likely to face food insecurity than their white counterparts. Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby talks about the correlation between hunger and chronic he…

Meet investigative journalists Brandi Kellam and Louis Hansen with the Virginia Center for Investigative Journalism at WHRO. They are the authors of "Erasing the Black Spot: How a Virginia College Expanded by Uprooting a Black Neighborhood". The article centers on the use of eminent domain to destroy a black middle-class neighborhood in Newport New…

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared "we are at war" after Palestinian militants launched a large-scale attack over the weekend, resulting in the reported deaths of hundreds on both sides. What's the history behind the conflict and could this war escalate to include other countries? And since the conflict is geographically far away, why shoul…

Traditional symphony orchestras across the nation are struggling with the same thing - how to make the audience more diverse and its offerings more inclusive. The Virginia Symphony Orchestra has been on a multi-year journey of attracting a new audience, with a focus on bringing more people of color into the world of classical music. We hear from Ex…

Healthcare experts are predicting a triple whammy this fall/winter - Covid, RSV and Flu! Do you know the difference between the three? Have you been vaccinated for all of these viruses? Have you gone back to wearing a mask? Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby shares prevention and coping strategies to keep you and your family healthy and safe.…

He's a New York Times bestselling author, recipient of numerous literary awards, and the hottest writer of crime fiction today! And - he's from "our neck of the woods", Mathews, Virginia. He's S.A. Cosby! Hear how he got his start, why he's such an excellent storyteller, and get an inside look at his latest novel, "All the Sinners Bleed".…

Black women who overcome the vitriol of "haters" by performing with excellence. From the tennis court to the courtroom, Black women are working within the system to create positive change. Join Alvean Lyons and Daun Hester for a lively discussion about being Black and in charge. And - it's that time of year! Time to support Another View and all of …

There's so much going on in American politics right now. The Republican front-runner, former President Donald Trump, holds a strong lead over the 11 Republican challengers who are also vying for the country's top spot. At the same time, Trump is facing more than 90 criminal charges in four separate cases, including an indictment for election tamper…

Fall brings change - back to school, more rigid routines, work assignments ramp up, the weather changes - so are you mentally healthy to deal with all of the changes? Leadership and wellness coach Charese Josie, LCSW joins us with some advice on managing life as we enter the final seasons of the year. Plus - we talk with the two youngest guests we'…

It's a LIVE broadcast from Fort Monroe. We are commemorating the 404th landing of the first Africans to English North America! The "20 and ought" Africans arrived aboard the "White Lion", an English privateer ship that landed at Point Comfort, now known as Fort Monroe in Hampton, Virginia. Our guests include renowned historian Dr. Cassandra Newby-A…

African Americans are second only to Native Americans and Alaskan Natives in the number of people who still smoke. Of the African Americans who still light up, three in four smoke menthol cigarettes; menthol makes it easier to start - and harder to quit smoking. Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby and Rita Miller, Tobacco Use and Dependence Treatment Coor…

We have so much to talk about and so little time, but the ladies who make up the Another View Round Table are back in the studio and ready to share their thoughts. Topping the discussion will be Donald Trump. He's the only current or former president to be indicted on criminal charges. What does all this mean for his political future and for the 20…

We talk with Dr. Marc Latta, a cardiac care physician associate, and accountability and life coach for Black men. Dr. Latta shares his personal life challenges and how he's used more than 25 years in medicine, education, wellness and the military to reimagine manhood and reinvent himself. Now he's helping other Black men elevate their lives, work a…

It's the newest radio station to join the WHRO Public Media family - WFOS - The Time Machine Radio Network. Heard on 88.7 FM Chesapeake, 99.3 FM Virginia Beach and 90.3-2 HD WHRO FM, listeners are treated to big band, rock, soul and blues. We introduce you to one of the voices on WFOS, Jerry Carter, who delights the audience with his weekday show, …

It's been a staple of Another View since the very beginning - the Another View Round Table. The original radio pundits - Roger Chesley, Bill Thomas, Wil LaVeist and Carol Pretlow - are back for a "throw back Thursday" edition of the show! Some of your favorite folks share wit and wisdom on issues affecting us today, including recent Supreme Court r…

Another View is entering its 13th year on WHRV-FM! Thank you, listeners and supporters of our program! It is because of your support that we continue to "discuss today's issues from an African-American perspective". To celebrate, we have an hour of storytelling time! Professional storytellers join us to share some tales in preparation for the upcom…

Despite the "quit smoking" campaigns and social stigma surrounding the habit, African Americans are second only to Native Americans and Alaska Natives in the number of people who still smoke. And of African Americans who still light up, three in four smoke menthol cigarettes; menthol makes it easier to start - and harder to quit - smoking. Cardiolo…

What do the cities of Nashville, Sacramento, Boston, Memphis, and Norfolk have in common? They have all hired African American police chiefs. And all of these "top cops" had a negative run-in with law enforcement in their youth. Now they, among many others, have decided to change the culture of policing from the inside, amid backlash from officers …

Dr. Jajuan Johnson from William and Mary shares the history of the historic event that emancipated enslaved African Americans in this country. And, we broadcast live from our parking lot with food trucks chock full of cuisine unique to the occasion!By WHRO

We have some exciting news to share. Another View has been nominated for a Salute to Excellence Award from the National Association of Black Journalists, the largest organization for journalists of color in the world! The show under consideration is our live, on-location, broadcast from the Buffalo Soldiers convention held in Hampton last summer. W…

Daun Hester, Gaylene Kanoyton, and special guest Dr. Eric Claville join us for Another View Round Table! Hear thoughtful and insightful conversation about our nation's debt ceiling, the warning from the Florida NAACP about the safety of African Americans visiting the state, how a single complaint has banned one poet's work from elementary school li…

What do you do when you need a certain medication but the monthly cost is beyond what you can afford? Do you skip getting the prescription filled? Purchase the drug but cut the pills in half to make the medicine last longer? Purchase the drug, and cut down on groceries? It's a dilemma facing many of us today as the cost of prescription medications …

Women in general, and Black women in particular, carry so much on their shoulders - from raising kids, to taking care of the household, to caring for others. Add to that, discrimination, racism and other forms of stress in the workplace, and you have a recipe for mental health concerns.We talk with Charese Josie, LCSW and therapist who specializes …

Should Thomas Jefferson be culturally "cancelled" because he was a slave owner? Has the pendulum swung too far in efforts to create inclusive history? Is the perceived division in our country nationwide, or just a phenomenon of our east and west coasts? We jear an intimate conversation with humanities scholar, educator and author, Clay Jenkinson! W…

Founded in 1776, First Baptist Church, Williamsburg is home to one of the oldest African American congregations in America. It was started by enslaved and free Blacks who wanted to worship God in their own way. Much of the history of the church was untold, until now! On the next Another View we will share what has literally been unearthed about thi…

It's Another View on Health - Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby joins us to talk about Atrial Fibrillation, or AFib. While this heart condition is found less frequently in African Americans as compared to whites, Blacks are more liikely to sufer a stroke or other medical complication because of it. Dr. Newby shares the causes, symptoms and treatment for…

Curls, braids, locs, twists, straight - many African Americans have embraced their natural hair and style it in creative ways. But not everyone is on board with the natural look, particularly in the workplace. In fact, 16 states have gone so far as to enact the Crown Act to protect against hair discrimination. We talk about societal attitudes about…