Best Powhatan Podcasts (2024)

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10/30/24 - Powhatan approves $2.7 billion data center 5:27

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Plus: Virginia Republicans issued briefs siding with the federal government in the voter purge lawsuit; Election Day is almost here, and Richmond’s registrar is busy preparing; the Jamestown Statehouse received $750K in grant funds for restoration.By VPM

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11/08/24 - The proposed constitutional amendment on this year's ballot to expand a property tax exemption to surviving spouses of all service members who died while serving the country passed overwhelmingly ... 6:41

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Plus: Sen. Mark Warner discusses how Democrats could’ve improved their performance in Virginia during the election; A second data center for Amazon is coming to Louisa County; a new JLARC report highlights issues with the Virginia Department of Health; and other stories.By VPM

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Presidents' Private Lives 35:30

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With the US election happening, we wanted to take a look back at the presidents from the past what we know about their sex lives. Which president was well-endowed and supposedly presented it to staff in the Oval Office? Which president had an affair on his honeymoon? And which had an affair with his wife's secretary? And no, they're not all JFK. Jo…

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11/7/24 - Mayor Levar Stoney congratulates Avula during joint press conference 6:07

3h ago6:07

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Likely Richmond Mayor-elect Danny Avula and current Mayor Levar Stoney held a joint press conference about the transition; VPM News spoke with University of Richmond Law professor Hank Chambers about the recent Virginia voter purge as part of Election Day special coverage; and other Central Virginia news.…

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11/6/24 - It's the 2024 Election recap! 8:14

2d ago8:14

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Today’s top audio stories include a look at our coverage from Election Day, including pieces on big races like the 5th Congressional District race. Plus: Some Richmond voters were unable to amend their ballots after being given the wrong one at the polls; Sen. Mark Warner talks election security; and other stories.…

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11/5/2024 - It’s Election Day! Polls are open starting at 6 a.m., and will be open until 7 p.m. 8:47

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And tonight, you can listen to VPM's live coverage of the election starting at 7 p.m. You can find our local coverage on VPM PBS, 88.9 FM in Richmond, 89.1 FM in the Northern Neck, 90.1 FM in Southside Virginia and online at VPM.org.By VPM

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Elections Explained: A History of Rigged Elections 36:21

14h ago36:21

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Invisible ink, delayed flights and political meddling - elections are a symbol of democracy, so how can they become the opposite? Don is joined for this episode by Brian Klaas, co-author of 'How to Rig an Election' to find out. What makes a free and fair election? What techniques have authoritarians used to have themselves elected? And how widespre…

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11/4/24 - Virginia Republicans rallied with Donald Trump in Salem over the weekend 10:17

5h ago10:17

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Also: A little more about the constitutional amendment on Tuesday’s ballots, a reminder for college students who wish to vote on Election Day, a fresh spotlight on the 5th Congressional District debate between John McGuire and Gloria Witt — and a look at the 6th Congressional District race from Democrat Ken Mitchell’s camp. Tomorrow night, you can …

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Policy Matters: October 31, 2024 4:59

10h ago4:59

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‘Policy Matters’ is your window into Virginia politics with VPAP. It's our monthly roundup of the top political headlines from across Virginia, powered by VPAP’s daily e-newsletter, VaNews.By VPM

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BizSense Beat: November 1, 2024 5:10

2h ago5:10

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Thalhimer Realty Partners is now the sole lead developer in the Diamond District redevelopment; Dickie's Seafood is closing down and looking to sell its Northside facility; and Shake Shack is coming to Short Pump.By VPM

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11/1/24 - New legacy admissions rules in place at Virginia public colleges 7:31

9h ago7:31

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Plus: Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney discusses City Hall’s follow-up performance review; Chesterfield has a new police chief; Henrico County announces inaugural partners for its Affordable Housing Trust Fund; and other stories. Today’s top audio stories include a look at Virginia schools’ admissions changes without legacy preference, Richmond Mayor Le…

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New York Morgue's Dark Secrets 54:35

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The unclaimed dead of New York City's streets and rivers were brought to the New York Morgue in the second half of the nineteenth century. This history is full of dark, sad stories and buried secrets. Maddy Pelling and Anthony Delaney are joined by Cat Byers who is a writer and historian based in Paris currently finishing a PhD on the barely-studie…

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10/31/24 - U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that Virginia can continue to remove voters from its rolls. 6:35

1h ago6:35

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Plus: Reactions from the governor and the Virginia State Conference President of the NAACP, Rev. Cozy Bailey, on Wednesday's decision; Montpelier’s CEO stepping down; and news from Charlottesville, where the Albemarle Planning Commission met with the Charlottesville Planning Commission for the first time in seven years earlier this week.…

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10/29/24 - Richmond City Council delays vote on real estate tax rate 6:34

5d ago6:34

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The U.S. Supreme Court has taken up the voter purge lawsuit; Donald Trump set to visit Salem Civic Center ahead of Election Day; a change in Medicare coverage expands access to robotic walking devices; and Thalhimer is the lone Diamond District mixed-use developer, according to Loop.By VPM

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Elections Explained: The Man Who's Lost The Most 44:09

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What causes a person to lose the Presidential election? Henry Clay ran for the Presidency 3 times, and for nomination by his party 5 times, but never made it to the Oval Office as the Commander in Chief. So who was he? And why could he just not get the votes? Find out in this episode, as Don is joined by Eric Brooks, Curator at Ashland: The Henry C…

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10/28/24 - How will Richmond’s next mayor approach climate and sustainability? 10:01

3d ago10:01

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The city of Hopewell could extend it’s deal with an outside company to oversee some of its finances; the Shenandoah Planning Commission is set to study expanding access to electric vehicle chargers; Bay scallops disappeared from Virginia waters nearly a century ago, but the population is rebounding. Today’s top audio stories includes a piece on the…

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BizSense Beat: October 25, 2024 5:26

4d ago5:26

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With a new Leonard at the till, Tom Leonard’s Farmer’s Market is headed for growth mode; The city-owned Intermediate Terminal Warehouse is being primed for new life; Virginia Union University released what it says is its final plan for hundreds of new apartments that now calls for preserving the entire century-old structure that once housed the fir…

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10/25/24 - Ruling expected Friday in federal voter purge case 7:32

5d ago7:32

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Richmond is forwarding info on City Council candidate Tavares Floyd to the state inspector general; some Central Virginia early voting locations will be open 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday; the Virginia State Crime Commission recommends further, in-depth review of serologist Mary Jane Burton's work — initially reported in the VPM and Story Mechanics pod…

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The Doolittle Raid: WW2 Bombing of Japan 51:25

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If somebody asked you to go on a dangerous mission, no other details, would you volunteer? Well, in 1942, that's exactly what 120 crewmen of the US Army Air Force did. In this episode, find out how it went and who Jimmy Doolittle was. From an impossible take off, through the first attack on mainland Japan in a millennium, to capture by Japanese for…

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10/24/24 - Department of Forensic Science says it missed 3 cases in 2005 review 5:16

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Plus: UVA Health has resumed elective procedures at three of its locations, the University of Virginia is going to review its actions during the pro-Palestine encampment and Harrisonburg’s city council has three open seats this election. Oct. 10–25 is fall pledge season at VPM! Our award-winning work is made possible with your support. Visit vpm.or…

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10/23/24 - Funeral home founder refutes Tavares Floyd’s ownership claim 5:56

7d ago5:56

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Plus: Greyhound wants to put a new bus stop at Richmond’s Main Street Station. The deal is expected to bring in $14,000 for the city. Oct. 10–25 is fall pledge season at VPM! Our award-winning work is made possible with your support. Visit vpm.org/donate or vpm.org/challenges for more information.By VPM

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10/22/24 - Tavares Floyd’s past as a lawyer is uncertain 5:32

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Also: Charlottesville and the Salvation Army are collaborating on a new, low-barrier shelter; more Latino and English language-learning students are graduating in Richmond — and more Central Virginia news. Oct. 10–25 is fall pledge season at VPM! Our award-winning work is made possible with your support. Visit vpm.org/donate or vpm.org/challenges f…

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10/21/24 - It’s flu vaccine season! 7:25

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Plus: A Richmond City Council candidate has not yet responded to reporting about his campaign finance records, the retiring University of Virginia basketball coach who led the Cavaliers to the 2019 national championship blames the state of college athletics for his departure — and more Central Virginia news. Oct. 10–25 is fall pledge season at VPM!…

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Elections Explained: How FDR Won Four Times 38:13

10d ago38:13

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4,322 days. That's how long Franklin Delano Roosevelt was in office. Whilst no other US president has served more than two terms, FDR was elected four times! Was this because of his charisma, his opposition, the challenges of the Great Depression and the Second World War, or a combination of all of the above, Don is joined by Jonathan Darman. Jonat…

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BizSense Beat: October 18, 2024 5:00

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Weeks after Richmond’s new baseball stadium scored its naming rights deal, the city’s new riverfront amphitheater has landed a title sponsor of its own; It’s shaping up to be a busy fall for EAT Restaurant Partners; and the former Extreme Pizza storefront near VCU has been snapped up.By VPM

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10/18/24 - VMSDEP task force group hears key findings from a 2024 RAND report about caregivers. 5:35

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Plus: a new emergency mental health care unit opens in Winchester; Another election-related lawsuit comes forward; Hanover County’s newest recreation center has its grand opening. Today’s top audio stories include pieces about a new emergency mental health care unit at the Winchester Medical Center and a celebration of Hanover County’s newest recre…

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The Battle of Bull Run 30:17

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On July 21, 1861, Confederate and Union forces met for the first time in full-scale battle at Bull Run Creek, near Manassas, Virginia. By the end of the day nearly 900 men were dead, and it was clear that this war would not be over in 90 days. Don is joined by President of the American Battlefield Trust, David N. Duncan, to find out more about how …

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10/17/24 - Richmond's newest music venue has an official name. 4:48

14d ago4:48

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Plus: the future of the Arthur Ashe Boulevard bridge, a new partnership between Dominion Energy and Amazon in Northern Virginia and other stories.By VPM

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10/16/24 - Waynesboro Electoral Board files lawsuit against Virginia Department of Elections. 5:36

24d ago5:36

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State Sen. John McGuire and Gloria Witt face off in 5th House District forum; parents have a new tool to assess daycare or preschool programs; USDA investigates its responses to Boar’s Head outbreak; and Henrico planning commission doesn’t recommend data center plan.By VPM

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10/15/24 - The deadline to register to vote in Virginia is TODAY! 6:21

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Plus: More on the Department of Justice’s lawsuit against the commonwealth; a legal case about the RGGI could be decided this week; Chesterfield Public Schools and mental health; and other stories.By VPM

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Elections Explained: A History of Voting 46:02

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We have a constitutional right to vote in the United States ... don't we? Find out in this first episode of American History Hit's series, Elections Explained. Having correctly predicted every election since 1984 (except - arguably - 2000), Allan Lichtman joins Don to explore the development of the American right to vote,. When did we move from pub…

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10/14/24 - Unemployment in Virginia increases following Helene 8:38

17d ago8:38

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Hospitals continue to deal with uncertainty around IV fluids supply; Richmond celebrates Tree Week; Hanover broadband access to increase; a Black cemetery in Richmond gets a state historical marker; and some Virginia residents can get help with their utility bills this winterBy VPM

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BizSense Beat: October 11, 2024 5:12

19d ago5:12

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City Council is mulling proposals that now include a 4-cent tax rebate for all property owners; The Byrd Theatre’s yearslong effort to give moviegoers a more comfortable place to sit is set to ramp up in the coming months; Sugar & Twine has brought back a sit-down cafe experience in a newly expanded space; and other local business stories.…

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10/11/24 - New housing project coming to Charlottesville to help the unhoused. 5:50

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Plus: Dominion Energy to supply mutual aid in Florida; Richmond’s finance committee examines competing real estate property tax plans; some history on ham; and other stories. Today’s top audio stories include a new housing project designed to help Charlottesville’s unhoused population; Richmond’s finance committee looking at competing real estate p…

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Outlaws: John Dillinger | Public Enemy Number One 38:04

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What does it take to be the first person named as 'Public Enemy No.1' by the US Bureau of Investigation? In this episode, we're going to find out. Don is joined by Elliott Gorn to find out about the rise and fall of John Dillinger, the man who took this title in 1934. Elliott Gorn is the Joseph Gagliano Professor of American Urban History at Loyola…

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10/10/24 - Chesterfield parents, educators want more school safety measures 6:33

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Plus: An update on the ACLU of Virginia’s lawsuit in Hanover County regarding a transgender student-athlete's eligibility to play middle school girls tennis, an AI chatbot based on [*checks notes*] U.S. Rep. Don Beyer — and more Central Virginia news.By VPM

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10/9/24 - A new federal lawsuit accuses Gov. Glenn Youngkin and Attorney General Jason Miyares of purging voter rolls. 5:10

1M ago5:10

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Plus: the city of Richmond has requested an additional $250 million over the next two budget years to improve James River water quality; 13 new species have been added to Virginia’s invasive plants list; Some Virginia hospitals are conserving IV fluid supplies; and other stories.By VPM

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10/08/24 - Virginia hospitals grapple with national IV fluid shortage after Helene 6:50

25d ago6:50

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The race for Harrisonburg school board; Albemarle hiring new first responders; Henrietta Lacks statue unveiled; a VMSDEP update; and Virginia Repertory Theater will remain open.By VPM

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Who Was Christopher Columbus? 46:38

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Did Columbus really think the Earth was flat? Where did he come from? Where did he get to? To untangle the myths of Columbus and his complicated legacy, Don spoke to Elise Bartosik-Velez. Elise teaches at Dickinson college about Latin American history and literature, focusing in particular on the Colonial Period through Independence. She is the aut…

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10/7/24 - ‘Guns to Gardens’ project reaches Hampton 5:57

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Today’s top audio story is a feature from WHRO in Hampton Roads, where an interfaith nonprofit recently sponsored a voluntary firearm surrender event. It’s part of a national project that transforms donated guns into garden tools. Read more about the project at VPM.org! Plus: Here's what you should know about the IV fluid shortage.…

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BizSense Beat: October 4, 2024 5:12

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A potential legal battle appears to be brewing between VCU Health and the City of Richmond over real estate tax payments stemming from a failed downtown development; It looks like the show will go on after all for Virginia Repertory Theatre; and one of the region’s biggest restaurant groups is going back for seconds in Hanover.…

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10/4/24 - Elections coverage galore! 9:43

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PLUS: Results from the first Irvo Otieno trial; GRTC expansion plans; how some are helping after Helene; free meals at Rockingham schools; and VCU Health eyes downtown Altria property. P.S. – The ports strike is over!By VPM

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Outlaws: Bonnie & Clyde 39:57

27d ago39:57

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Just how murderous were Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow? Where did those famous photos come from? And how did the press lead to the pair's demise? Don chats to Jeff Guinn, best-selling author and historian, to find out about this notorious outlaw couple. They explore the impact of the Great Depression, the prison system and dreams of fame on Bonnie …

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10/03/24: Chesterfield spent about $5M on school security 5:21

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Plus: A complaint over discrimination at UVA; Richmond TV royalty; the ongoing port strike; and WJCC superintendent retires. P.S.: Looking for coverage of last night's debates? We have Virginia's 7th ready for you: Derrick Anderson–Eugene Vindman 7th District debate light on detailsBy VPM

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10/2/24 - President Joe Biden approved an emergency declaration for parts of SWVA 6:55

1M ago6:55

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Plus: New school accreditation numbers are in for Virginia; learn about a spooky new artifact at the Poe Museum; and other Central Virginia news.By VPM

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10/1/24 - Virginia’s cleanup recovery in the wake of Hurricane Helene. 6:22

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Plus: Speed cameras in Richmond’s school zones to start fining people; Money needed to pay for subsidized childcare slots has run out; the Vice Presidential debate is tonight; and other stories.By VPM

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Woodrow Wilson & The End of WW1: The League of Nations 46:50

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When it comes to US foreign policy in the early 20th Century, isolationism tends to come to mind. What, then, was Woodrow Wilson's impact on the end of WW1? Don is joined by Charlie Laderman to find out more about the peace negotiations, the Treaty of Versailles and the League of Nations, and how these things were understood in the US. Charlie is i…

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9/30/24: Curious Commonwealth: How can my spouse give away our retirement to a stranger? 12:19

1M ago12:19

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Patti reached out to VPM News to find out how this is legal in Virginia and how others can protect themselves.By VPM

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Policy Matters: September 26, 2024 5:22

1M ago5:22

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‘Policy Matters’ is your window into Virginia politics with VPAP. It's our monthly roundup of the top political headlines from across Virginia, powered by VPAP’s daily e-newsletter, VaNews.By VPM

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BizSense Beat: September 27, 2024 5:10

1M ago5:10

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A sizable housing development for lower-income renters in South Richmond has received the city’s approval; An out-of-town grocery store chain has claimed a former gym near the Courthouse Road and Hull Street Road intersection in Chesterfield for its first location in the Richmond region; and nearly five years after it was first announced, work on H…

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