Best Richmond County Podcasts (2024)

Police say a SEPTA bus heading eastbound on West Chester Pike was shot during the altercation. The bullet went through the window of the bus but no one struck.By 6abc Digital Staff

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Police identify University of Delaware student who was struck, killed by speeding motorcycle

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Police say the victim, an 18-year-old woman from New Jersey, was in the crosswalk when she was struck just before midnight.By 6abc Digital Staff

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This Richmond, Calif. beach is almost entirely covered in shards of porcelain dinner plates

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At Point Isabel in Richmond, there's a beach almost entirely covered in shards of porcelain dinnerware. But where did it come from?By KGO

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Supremes and sisterhood! New Hulu film highlights friendship and family

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"The Supremes At Earl's All-You-Can-Eat" is all about finding strength through your sister-friends! It's streaming now on Hulu.By OTRC

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Harris, pressed on changing policy positions, says 'my values have not changed'

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In a video clip that aired on CNN Thursday afternoon, anchor and chief political correspondent Dana Bash asked Harris about her shifting positions on climate change and other matters.By ABCNews

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'Air Fest' makes landing in Cape May County this weekend

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Families can experience life-sized military history at Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum.By Matteo Iadonisi

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'Unfairly attacked': Army defends Arlington National Cemetery employee involved in Trump incident

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The Arlington National Cemetery staffer who tried to stop the Trump campaign from filming a video among the graves of recently fallen service members has declined to press charges.By ABCNews

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Woman struck by police vehicle on beach in Wildwood, New Jersey, witnesses say

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A woman is hospitalized after she was struck by a police vehicle that was driving on the beach in Wildwood, according to witnesses.By Trish Hartman

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Mother and son dead, another person injured after fire in Ardmore, Pennsylvania

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A fire in Ardmore, Pennsylvania left a mother and son dead and another woman injured.By John Paul

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Join us next week for a conversation with renowned podcast producer Sarah Ferris. Then, we will usher in another series for "spooky season." Stay tuned.By Evergreen Podcasts | Killer Podcasts

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8/29/24 - Richmond mayor shares partial findings of finance department search 5:30

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Also: Regulators approve expanded lifespan for North Anna Nuclear Power Station, Richmonders celebrate future greenspace at Hotchkiss Field and other news stories from around Virginia.By VPM

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In Oakland and Berkeley, 16 and 17-Year Olds Can Now Vote for School Board 19:53

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In 2016 and 2020, Berkeley and Oakland passed ballot measures giving 16 and 17-year olds the right to vote in local school board races. It took years — and a lot of pressure from student activists — but in this election, Alameda County is finally ready to let students cast their ballots. Links: Register to vote online (click “pre-register”) How Tee…

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08/28/24 - Do Not Drink advisory lifted in Eastern Orange County 5:56

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Plus: The University of Virginia enacts new policies, and Cardinal Elementary School remains closed for the week as officials clean up after a fireBy VPM

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RACE CHAT LIVE | Surprise Surprise Harrison Burton Lucks Up at Daytona 1:35:00

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Race Chat Live airs every Tuesday night at 8:30ET and can be downloaded anytime on any of your favorite postreaming platformsBy The 110 Nation Sports SHow

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8/27/24 - Residents in Eastern Orange County shouldn’t drink or cook with the public water supply 5:19

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As of late Monday, the Virginia Department of Health is maintaining a Do Not Drink Water Advisory in eastern Orange County. Also: Also: Blue Ridge Health District officials are working with Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital and UVA Health to have more people fill out the latest community survey, Shockoe Records has launched a streaming service focu…

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California Forever Pulls Ballot Measure to Build New City in Solano County — For Now 19:51

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It seemed like California Forever, the billionaire-backed company intent on building a brand new city in Solano County, was going full speed ahead with a ballot measure that would have authorized construction. But late last month, the group abruptly pulled the measure, promising to bring it back in 2026. So what changed? Background: This Tech-Backe…

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8/26/24 - Ice cream and sneaker raffles help drive attendance at Boushall Middle School 5:38

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Our top audio story today is a feature on how one school division is tackling the problem of chronic student absenteeism. Richmond Public Schools is using incentives and engaging with students to battle chronic absenteeism following the COVID-19 pandemic. It’s an issue plaguing schools nationwide. Ice cream and sneaker raffles are some of the ways …

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BizSense Beat: August 23, 2024 4:57

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An apartment development that’s set to add hundreds of units near the transforming Virginia Center Commons site is underway following a multimillion-dollar land deal that’s been over a year in the making; A Carytown dining institution is changing hands yet again; A veteran of the local restaurant scene is stepping out on his own with a new concept;…

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How the Black Panthers Changed American Schools 31:45

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In 1973, the Black Panthers opened the Oakland Community School in East Oakland. It is regarded as one of the nation’s first community schools — a model where public schools partner with community organizations to provide comprehensive support services alongside academic instruction. Many of the school’s practices formed the blueprint for community…

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8/23/24 - “Volatile organics” found in contaminated Orange County water 6:06

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Also: Hanover County welcomes new Ashland Elementary School, ASL interpreters at RPS have new continuing contracts and more Central Virginia news.By VPM

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Scott Freeman , Racer and Dukes of Hazzard Good Ole Boy. Tri-County Speedway 1:16:00

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I have my buddy Scott Freeman coming on to talk about racing and a upcoming dukes of hazzard event we have planned for next season @Tri-County Speedway. Scott is a good ole boy. Big dukes of hazzard fan like me. Scott has a general lee he is building. Scott knows several people in the dukes of hazzard community. Scott has a book wrote about him and…

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Murder & Mayhem in Southeast Kansas: An interview with author Larry Wood Pt. 2 27:21

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From railroad towns like Ladore to cow towns like Newton and Wichita, southeast Kansas pulsed with rowdy activity during the late nineteenth century. The unruly atmosphere drew outlaws, including the Dalton Gang, and even crazed serial killers, the likes of the Bender clan. Violent incidents, from gunfights to lynchings, punctuated the region's Wil…

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8/22/24 - Orange County utility issues “DO NOT USE TAP WATER” advisory in Locust Grove 11:02

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Also: Today's feature is about a first-in-the-nation VCU Health program that applies a public health approach to the crisis of youth gun violence. Dr. Michel Aboutanos spoke to VPM News Morning Edition host Phil Liles about the devastating story that inspired him to develop the Bridging the Gap program and why he feels hospitals have a unique oppor…

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The 110 Nation Sports Show 57:00

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Mario and C.J. back in the Caro;ina Sports Plus studio...By The 110 Nation Sports SHow

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Richmond’s $550 Million Deal with Chevron 21:30

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Last week, the Richmond City Council scrapped a November ballot measure that would have imposed a new oil-refining tax on the nearby Chevron refinery. Instead, the council voted unanimously to approve a $550 million settlement with the company. KQED’s Dan Brekke explains why city leaders chose to strike a deal instead of taking the issue to the bal…

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8/21/24 - Virginia’s Standards of Learning scores for the 2023-24 school year increased slightly 5:05

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Also: The city of Charlottesville could become the second Virginia locality to use ranked choice voting in its local elections.By VPM

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RACE CHAT LIVE | Tyler Reddick Wins in The Irish Hills at Michigan Speedway 1:19:00

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Race Chat Live airs at 8:30ET every Tuesday Night and can be found on all the major podcasts platBy The 110 Nation Sports SHow

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8/20/24 - Federal judge rules in favor of trans athlete in Hanover County 5:35

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Also: Charlottesville mulls over ranked choice voting and other Central Virginia news.By VPM

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California Democrats Flock to Chicago for DNC 16:52

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Nearly 500 Californians are in Chicago this week for the Democratic National Convention, where Democrats will rally around Vice President Kamala Harris as their party’s nominee for president. One of them is Igor Tregub, a newly elected member of the Berkeley City Council and chair of the Alameda County Democratic Party. Learn more about your ad cho…

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326 – Reading Between the Lines of the 2024 U.S. TIP Report, with Ambassador John Cotton Richmond 28:27

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Dr. Sandie Morgan is joined by Ambassador John Cotton Richmond as the two discuss the 2024 Trafficking in Persons Report. John Cotton Richmond Ambassador Richmond is an attorney and diplomat focused on ethical business, human rights, democracy, and rule of law. He served in the country’s highest position dedicated to combating human trafficking as …

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8/19/24 - A draft of VDOE's new policy restricting cell phones in schools just dropped 6:42

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Also: After months of delays with this year's Free Application for Federal Student Aid, the U.S. Department of Education says next year’s FAFSA will open two months later than expected.By VPM

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BizSense Beat: August 16, 2024 4:55

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One of the final pieces needed for construction to start on Richmond’s Diamond District was put in place Wednesday; A stretch of Grove Avenue in Richmond’s West End is becoming a hotspot for residential infill developments; A vacant Arts District building is set to get new life thanks in part to one of the city’s busier architects; and Norfolk BBQ …

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Are We Ready for More EVs? 21:34

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If you’ve ever driven an electric vehicle, you know that finding a public charging station can be stressful. But we’ll need a lot more of them soon. California plans to ban the sale of new gas-powered cars and trucks by 2035, and by then the charging crunch could get much worse. Today, our friends at Bay Curious explore what it will take to get mor…

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8/16/24 - Hanover residents continuing their legal fight against supervisors, Wegmans 7:33

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Also: The Family Foundation is suing Richmond over the $10 land transfer to Planned Parenthood, Petersburg Animal Shelter is closed for a parvovirus outbreak — and more Central Virginia news.By VPM

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Murder & Mayhem in Southeast Kansas: An interview with author Larry Wood 35:13

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From railroad towns like Ladore to cow towns like Newton and Wichita, southeast Kansas pulsed with rowdy activity during the late nineteenth century. The unruly atmosphere drew outlaws, including the Dalton Gang, and even crazed serial killers, the likes of the Bender clan. Violent incidents, from gunfights to lynchings, punctuated the region's Wil…

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8/15/24 - Richmond mayor addresses purchasing card policies 5:41

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Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney held a press conference Wednesday, in part, to address ongoing questions about purchase card policies. Also: GOP ex-Rep. Denver Riggleman endorses two Democrats, Chesterfield County Public Schools have a new interim superintendent — and more Central Virginia news.By VPM

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Bay Area Schools Face Sea Level Rise Threat 23:10

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52 Bay Area public schools are already at risk of being inundated with ocean and groundwater, according to a new analysis by KQED and Climate Central. KQED’s Ezra David Romero tells us how the threat of sea level rise has already ignited a debate over rebuilding a middle school in Marin County. This episode was produced by Ericka Cruz Guevarra and …

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