Another View The Radio Show Podcast
649 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago - ★★★★★ - 21 ratingsAnother View is a weekly call-in radio talk show that discusses today’s topics from an African American perspective.
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AV Round Table: A Provocative Question
June 10, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBOur AV Round Table pundits answer a provocative question - "When was the first time you knew you were Black?" It's a question that goes to the heart of how African Americans perceive themselves and others in terms of race and racism. Plus, analysis of the results of Virginia's Democratic primary and a look ahead to the general election.
On Being a Black Leader
June 03, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBAn African American university president and classical cellist shares his story of navigating race and the cultural divide as a leader in academia and the arts. As one reviewer put it, "As a child musician, he met with Coretta Scott King. As an adult educator, he sat at Maya Angelou's holiday table. But it is his success as a Black intellectual navigating highly charged social issues that makes his story urgently important." Join us for a riveting conversation about race and leadership with D...
Cathy Lewis!
May 27, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBFor 25 years NPR/WHRV listeners have turned to her for civil and insightful conversation about issues that matter, especially in Hampton Roads. HearSay with Cathy Lewis was the place to go for the facts and to hear the thoughts of your friends and neighbors. Cathy Lewis is the queen of daytime radio talk. Cathy sits on the "other side" of the mic as she talks with Another View host Barbara Hamm Lee about the show, her career, her life and her next chapter. It's the rare opportunity to have th...
Coffee Break with Allison and Jim!
May 20, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBWhat would make a 38-year-old female African American comedienne and a 70+-year-old White venture capitalist become the best of friends? How do they navigate through the hard conversations around race, equity and inclusion? What do they share in common and what do they learn from one another? We take a "Coffee Break" with AV pundit Allison Moore and her bestie, Jim Franklin. That's the name of their new podcast and they will tell you taking a "coffee break" with someone different from you wil...
Meet Yamiche Alcindor!
May 13, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBShe's the White House correspondent for the PBS News Hour; the newly named moderator of Washington Week, named 2020 Journalist of the Year by the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) and our very special guest on Another View. Yamiche Alcindor joins us with a "sneak peek" of her keynote address to members of WHRO Public Media's Hunter B. Andrews Leadership Society Virtual event. And Dr. Eric Claville, Director of the Center of African American Public Policy at Norfolk State Univer...
Self-care During These Trying Times
May 06, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBHow are you doing during these times of racial tension coupled with a pandemic? Finding yourself more anxious than usual? Lots of sleepless nights? Depressed? Angry? Yoyo-ing on the scale? Do you need some self-care? Hear advice from internal medicine specialist Dr. Indie Jones. She shares why it is more important that ever to get that yearly check-up, pay attention to your mental health, and practice mindfulness.
Law Enforcement from the Police Perspective
April 29, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIn the first 24 hours after a jury found Derek Chauvin guilty of murdering George Floyd, there were 6 fatal police shootings across the United States. All of the victims were people of color with the exception of one. The conviction of one officer did not mitigate the stark reality of police violence, particularly against black and brown people. We've heard cries for police reform, but what are police officers saying about the perceived increase in violence? What is the impact of the Chauvin ...
On Being a Black Man In America, Parts 3 and 4 - the Conversation Continues ...
April 22, 2021 19:00 - 1 hour - 8.32 MBTensions ran high this week as we all awaited the decision of 12 Minneapolis jurors in the Derek Chauvin murder trial. On Tuesday, Chauvin was found guilty of the murder of George Floyd. There was a collective sigh of relief from many in the African American community that this time justice was served, followed quickly by the acknowledgement that this does not end the problem of police violence against African American men. Join us for a special 2-hour edition of Another View where we provide...
Answering Your Questions About "The Shot"
April 15, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBHas the temporary pause in the use of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine made you more hesitant about getting your coronavirus vaccine shot? Are you confused about how the vaccine works? Is one vaccine better than another? Are conspiracy theories about the vaccine keeping you up at night? An outstanding panel of experts answers your questions about the coronavirus vaccine. Virologist and Professor Daniel Engel, PhD, University of Virginia School of Medicine; Rebecca Vargas-Jackson, M.D., Virginia ...
AV Round Table: What's Going On?
April 08, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBWe take a close look at some of the dangerous and deadly events capturing our attention and our conversations this week. Topping the list is the Chauvin trial. Eight people are injured and two are dead following multiple shootings in Virginia Beach. And what about the soaring number of violent attacks on Asian Americans? In the words of the late great Marvin Gaye, "What's Going On?" We hear what our listeners and our Round Table pundits have to say about all this and more. Another View Produ...
Racists Anonymous
April 01, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MB"Hello, my name is ______, and I'm a racist". That's the beginning of a Racists Anonymous meeting or RA. What is RA? It's a 12-step program that works in communities small and large, and is dedicated to "ending racism in our lifetime". According to its website, the RA program "pulls us forward as we first acknowledge that we have a problem; secondly, we accept that the problem is beyond our ability to manage; and third, we turn this problem over to the Higher Power. If we do this, we will red...
What to do About Your 2020 Taxes...
March 25, 2021 19:00 - 59 minutes - 8.32 MBThe IRS has extended the filing deadline for your 2020 taxes, but does that mean you should wait? The stimulus check you received in 2020 - is that considered taxable income? How do you figure out your taxes if you were furloughed or laid off during the pandemic? What else do we need to know when filing taxes for 2020? Get expert answers from Eric Pierre, CPA and CEO, Owner and Principal of Pierre Accounting. Eric is a trusted tax strategist, has worked for various Fortune 500 companies prior...
AV History Lesson: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
March 18, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIn 1908, nine women on the campus of Howard University envisioned a sisterhood of caring and service. Today 300,000 college-educated women worldwide are members of Alpha Kappa Alpha, Sorority, Inc. Among their ranks, the Vice-President of the United States, Kamala Harris. Learn the history of AKA Sorority, Inc. and the difference its members make on society today. Our guests include Jennifer King Congleton, Mid-Atlantic Regional Director, and Dr. Aurelia Williams, Mid-Atlantic Regional Confer...
Money, Marijuana and Meghan
March 11, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBThe AV Round Table talks about the Congressional process to additional stimulus checks; legalizing marijuana in Virginia; and thoughts about the Meghan and Harry interview with Oprah, including racism apparently on display within the Royal family. Alvean Lyons, Allison Moore, Daun Hester and Carol Pretlow bring stimulating and insightful conversation.
Williamsburg: Preserving African American History
March 04, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBWilliamsburg, Virginia, and specifically, William and Mary and Colonial Williamsburg, has come a long way in acknowledging the contributions of African American enslaved and free people to quality of life since the landing of the first Africans to English North America more than 400 years ago. What was once an ignored legacy is now coming to light through thoughtful apology, rigorous scholarship, and archaeological findings. We talk about the latest finding - the identification of the structu...
AV History Lesson: Confederate Statues
February 25, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIt's a highly charged issue - are Confederate statues an homage to history or a racist reminder of the mistreatment of Blacks in this country? Many Confederate monuments have been removed from their public places, but there is much discussion about where to put them. Do they belong in museums? Should they be destroyed? Do we erase history by removing them from the "public square"? We gain perspective from historian Christy S. Coleman, Executive Director of the Jamestown-Yorktown Foundation, a...
Surviving "The Stop" (Encore Edition)
February 18, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIt's a "must have" conversation - especially in Black and Brown communities - how to handle yourself when stopped by the police. The "Stop" can literally be a life and death situation and "the talk" is one parents have with their children to hopefully minimize risk and danger. But is the outcome of the encounter solely on the one who is stopped, or do police also have a responsibility to make sure the stop goes well? We talk with Dwayne Bryant, author of "The Stop". His goal is to improve pol...
The Black Church
February 04, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBThe Black Church - a place of refuge and spiritual guidance. The center of civil and social rights. The place where leadership is taught, creative expression is encouraged, and lifelong connections are made. We look at the history of the Black church and answer the question, "Is it still the center of the African American universe?" Our guests include Bishop Kim Brown, Mount Lebanon Baptist Church, affectionately known as "the Mount"; Dr. Antipas Harris, President/Dean, Jakes Divinity School,...
The Coronavirus Vaccine
January 28, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBHave you taken the coronavirus vaccine? Are you hesitant about taking it? What's stopping you? What questions do you have? Are you concerned about this vaccine could be the modern day version of the Tuskegee experiment? Cardiologist Dr. Keith Newby joins us to answer your questions about the virus, the vaccine, and whether the roll out of the vaccine will be equitable in all communities.
AV Round Table: The Biden Administration
January 21, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBPresident-Elect Joe Biden became the 46th President of the United States on Wednesday, January 20 at noon. What will the future hold for our country? How will the Biden administration handle the coronavirus pandemic? How will he mend the racial divide? What will he do to get the economy back on track? And how will he convince Americans that he is president for all? These are just some of the issues the Another View Round Table will explore. Join Alvean Lyons, Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow and Al...
Happy 10th Anniversary Another View!
January 14, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBAnother View celebrates 10 years on the radio! In honor of this major milestone, composer, performer, drummer, producer, and foodie Jae Sinnett has created a new theme song for Another View, aptly titled "Another View". Jae tells the back story of his latest creation, other music projects in the works and how he expresses his creativity through food.
Storming the Nation's Capitol
January 07, 2021 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIt may be a new year, but the issues surrounding the 2020 presidential election are still front and center. The nation’s capital was stormed by rioters determined to interrupt congress from certifying the election of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris as the next president and vice president of the United States. Four people died...14 police officers injured...pipe bombs and other explosives were found and disabled...and the capitol building was ransacked. The nation was stunned. The conversation in...
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
December 31, 2020 19:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBOn behalf of the Another View crew - HAPPY NEW YEAR! May 2021 bring happiness, health and wealth to you and your family. Join us as we look back at some of your favorite Another View programs. We'll be back with you live on January 7, 2021.
Project 10X
December 17, 2020 19:00 - 59 minutes - 8.32 MBHow do you effectively tackle racial inequity and inequality in health, wealth and opportunity in this country? According to at least one organization, you do it holistically by addressing disparities in housing, economic inclusion, healthcare, banking, justice reform, and public safety simultaneously. We introduce you to Project 10X - a ten-year, $1 Billion bold initiative spearheaded by the Local Initiatives Support Corporation, or LISC. LISC CEO Maurice Jones shares why he is excited to em...
Finding Your Roots - WHRO Style!
December 10, 2020 19:00 - 59 minutes - 8.32 MBParaphrasing a popular phrase - "You cannot know where you are going until you know from whence you've come". That is why so many people are now "finding their roots" - discovering their past history as a way to understand the present. We will find our roots, WHRO style! We talk with genealogists Renate Yarborough Sanders and Stephanie Thomas about ways to discover your past, and Regina Brayboy who will share her personal story of discovery.
AV Round Table: A Few of my Favorite Things!
December 03, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MB2020 has been a very challenging year - the pandemic, racial unrest, a turbulent presidential election, massive unemployment - the list goes on. Yet as we enter this holiday season there is reason for optimism and hope. The AV pundits share some of their favorite holiday traditions and a wish list for the country as we enter into 2021. Alvean Lyons, Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow and Allison Moore share their holiday childhood memories, traditions that they carry on today with their families, and...
Surviving "The Stop"
November 19, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIt's a "must have" conversation - especially in Black and Brown communities - how to handle yourself when stopped by the police. The "Stop" can literally be a life and death situation and "the talk" is one parents have with their children to hopefully minimize risk and danger. But is the outcome of the encounter solely on the one who is stopped, or do police also have a responsibility to make sure the stop goes well? We talk with Dwayne Bryant, author of "The Stop". His goal is to improve pol...
Claville Report: Analysis of the 2020 Elections
November 05, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBComplete analysis of the results of the 2020 elections from political analyst Dr. Eric Claville, Director, Center for African American Public Policy at Norfolk State University. And relationship expert Alvean Lyons provides sound advice on overcoming post-election anxiety.
Surviving Covid-19
October 29, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBPresident Trump tweeted this message after leaving Walter Reed Medical Center following treatment for Covid-19 - "Don't let it dominate. Don't let it take over your lives." But for many who have contracted the disease, it's not so simple. Hear the story of Janice Langley, an Eastern Shore resident who contracted the virus and spent 21 days on a ventilator. Her story is a cautionary tale for us all. She is joined by Another View contributor Dr. Alvin Harris, who has diagnosed numerous cases of...
Sisterhood Across Race
October 22, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIn the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent protests for racial justice, a question arose - "How do I create an authentic relationship with someone who does not look like me? How do I reach out? What do I say? Can this really work?" We talk with two professional women who decided to find out the answers. Angela Reddix, Creator and CEO of ARDX, and Susan Pilato, Principal with PC&A Business Environment have forged a friendship that crosses racial lines, and in doing so ha...
AV Round Table: COVID-19 and the White House
October 08, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBAnxiety is high and uncertainty prevails as President Trump is hospitalized with COVID-19. The First Lady is also infected, along with several senators, former elected officials, reporters and even the White House press secretary. The AV Round table tackles this subject, along with the vice-presidential debate, and the continuing saga of the "Portsmouth 19".
Vote! Vote! Vote!
October 01, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBAre you registered to vote? Do you have a plan for how you will vote? Are you confused about the absentee ballot procedure in Virginia? Do you know where to go for early voting in the Commonwealth? Join us for a guide to voting with step-by-step instruction on everything from registration to casting your vote. Our guests include Norfolk City Treasurer Daun Hester and Ms. Leelynn Brady, First VP with the League of Women Voters South Hampton Roads.
The Notorious RBG...
September 24, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBLiberal leaning Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg died of cancer on Friday, September 18, 2020. She became a cultural icon in her 80's and was well known for her championship of women's rights. Justice Ginsburg reportedly told her granddaughter that her wish was for the next elected president of the United States to name her successor. Senate majority leader Mitch McConnell says the Senate will vote on a nominee before the next election. The political system is in an uproar. Hear anal...
Virginia Beach Public Schools Equity Plan
September 17, 2020 18:00 - 59 minutes - 8.32 MBOn September 9, 2020 the Virginia Beach City Public Schools Board adopted an educational equity policy that states: "Virginia Beach City Public Schools is committed to establishing and sustaining an equitable community that exemplifies the School Division's core values and equity mission to end the predictive value of race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation/gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability ...
AV Round Table: Portsmouth, Politics, Precautions
September 10, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBOur Round Table pundits share their thoughts on the upheaval in Portsmouth politics, the upcoming presidential election, and how our students are faring with virtual learning as public schools re-open. Our panelists: Daun Hester, Norfolk City Treasurer and Carol Pretlow, Political Science Professor, Norfolk State University.
Claville Report: Election 2020 - After the Conventions
September 03, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBThe Presidential campaign conventions are over and the race is on to see who America picks as its next president. Democrat Joe Biden and Incumbent Donald J. Trump each say they are the best man for the job. Their campaigns are overshadowed by the coronavirus pandemic, police brutality and racial tensions - and they propose very different ways to get America back on track. Dr. Eric Claville joins us with a Claville report - analysis of the conventions and what we can expect between now and Nov...
The Results of Redlining
August 27, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBWe take an up close look at how federal, state and local governments deliberately segregated the races with a systemic zoning practice called "redlining." Today, this now outlawed system of racist laws and policies has resulted a wealth gap that leaves the average White family with a net worth nearly ten times greater than the average Black family. Another View Producer, Lisa Godley, is the guest host for this eye-opening conversation. She is joined by special guests: Dr. Johnny Finn, Associa...
Race: Let's Talk About It - When Silence Speaks Volumes
August 20, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIn the wake of the murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis police officer, many have engaged in conversations about race and racism, especially those who truly believed America was a "post-racial" society. But what about the people who remain silent, either out of fear, denial, or determined acceptance that racism and racist actions will always be a part of the American fabric? We begin our Race: Let's Talk About It conversation: When Silence Speaks Volumes. How does silence actually perpetua...
AV Round Table: Dog Days of August?
August 13, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBIt's been anything but a peaceful, quiet summer! Coronavirus pandemic. Unemployment numbers through the roof. The economy at a crawl. Racism and racist actions continue. Lack of housing and food at the crisis point for many. Mental health is affected as we all do our best to cope. So what does the future hold? Hear some perspective from the Another View Round Table - Alvean Lyons, Daun Hester, Carol Pretlow and Allison Moore.
AV on Health: The Coronavirus Pandemic is NOT Over!
August 06, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBSummertime - the time of year for vacations, family reunions, beach parties, relaxation! But the summer of 2020 is different - we are in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic! In order to stop the spread of the virus, public health and medical experts implore us to wear masks in public, frequently wash our hands, and stay socially distant. African Americans must be especially diligent since, acccording to APM Research Lab and other sources, Blacks continue to have the highest death rates fro...
A Mother's Tears
July 23, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MB"I kept telling him it was okay. He tried to trust me. He wanted to trust me. But he already knew what all Black men know: when they are being hunted, their mothers can't save them." Those are the words from the essay, "Arrest Record" by author Desiree Cooper. It's an introspective look at her relationship with her son, and how he is coping with the racial tension we now face in our country. Desiree Cooper talks about Black motherhood, racism and community activism, and expresses hope to all ...
Helping White People Understand Racism
July 16, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBThe murder of George Floyd, by a now former Minneapolis police officer, was the catalyst for the racial reckoning we are now experiencing in the United States. Many White people are shocked that racism still exists, have trouble understanding institutional racism, and are frankly, stumped about what to do about it as individuals. On the next Another View we will talk about race from the perspective of White people who are struggling with the concepts of microaggressions, equity and privilege....
AV Round Table: After the Protests - Then What?
July 09, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBProtesters take to the streets. Statues come down. People who are suddenly "woke" scramble to learn how to be anti-racist. But after all of this is done - will systemic racism be gone? What are we asking for? What policies have to change? What will eliminate racism from our everyday lives? The Another View Round Table tackles the question, "what's next"? Insightful conversation from Alvean Lyons, Allison Moore, Daun Hester and Carol Pretlow.
Mental Health and Racial Trauma
June 25, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBNot only is racism legally and morally wrong, it also takes a toll on the mental health of those who endure its effects on a daily basis. African Americans are particularly vulnerable as we are more likely to face police violence, unemployment, disparities in education and healthcare, and broken relationships. Psychologist Pamela LaVeist Bell provides insight on race-based traumatic stress, and what we all can do to maintain balance and protect our mental health.
Forbidden Love
June 18, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBHe was an African American Catholic priest. She was a White Polish-American nun. They fell in love in 1950's America. Meet their son, Joe Steele, and Lisa Jones Gentry, author of "Forbidden Love". It's the true story of resilience and determination to let love shine despite cultural and religious doctrine. Plus, Lisa Godley introduces us to a young lady who will not allow sickle cell anemia stand in her way; and we share the history behind Juneteenth.
Is Christianity the White Man's Religion?
June 11, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBThe novel coronavirus pandemic, massive unemployment and racial unrest with the murder of George Floyd has caused some Christians to question their faith and ask the question, "Where is God in all of this?" This is not a new question, and actually follows an emerging trend in the African American community that perhaps Christianity is not the "right" religion for Black people, that the Bible speaks more to slavery and subservience than liberation and empowerment. We talk with theologian, orda...
On Being A Black Man In America
June 04, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 8.32 MBThe murder of George Floyd, an African American man, in broad daylight at the hands of a white police officer while other officers stood by, is the proverbial "straw that broke the camel's back" - the result - peaceful protests, violent protests, anguish, pain, disgust, and a forced reckoning with race and racism in America. What is it about African Americans, and Black men in particular, that causes comments like, "when the looting starts, the shooting starts"? What does it say about a socie...
Up Close and Personal: Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston
May 28, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBAs we approach the first anniversary of her presidency of Norfolk State University, we get up close and personal with Dr. Javaune Adams-Gaston. She is the 7th president of NSU, one of the largest historically black colleges and universities in the US. What are the successes and challenges of leading the university? How is she navigating through the novel coronavirus pandemic? What are her future plans for the "Green and Gold"? And what does she see as the future of HBCUs?
Claville Report: Coronavirus Pandemic and the Economy
May 21, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBThere is no question that the coronavirus pandemic has hit the economy hard, with overall unemployment in the US at 14.7%. For African American and Latino communities, the impact is worse - 16.7% and 18.9% respectively. How will black and brown communities recover from this economic downturn? Dr. Eric Claville, Director of the Center for African American Public Policy at Norfolk State University, explores why minority communities have been hit the hardest and what must be done to make these c...
AV Round Table: Jogging While Black
May 14, 2020 18:00 - 54 minutes - 8.32 MBAhmaud Aubrey was shot to death while jogging in his Brunswick, Georgia neighborhood. It happened two months ago, but the accused murderers were not charged until this month when video of the shooting surfaced and national attention forced action. It is one more example of African Americans being killed while doing everyday activities. It's a hot topic for the Another View Round Table featuring relationship expert Alvean Lyons, Norfolk City Treasurer Daun Hester, NSU professor Carol Pretlow a...