Best VPM Podcasts (2025)

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BizSense Beat: Feed More HQ purchased, Powhatan private school, VCU Health expansion 4:45

2h ago4:45

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VPM News Host Lyndon German and Richmond BizSense Reporter Jackie DiBartolomeo, discuss the top business stories of the week. This week they cover the purchase of the former head Feed More headquarters in Richmond, Powhatan County approving a rezoning request for private school campus and VCU Health's expansion to downtown children’s hospital set t…

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293. VPM Solutions: Innovations in Real Estate Management with Pete Neubig 44:33

12d ago44:33

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Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Pete Neubig, co-founder and CEO of VPM Solutions, shares his 30-year journey from an average student in high school to co-founding a company that specializes in providing virtual assistance for real estate and property management. Pete discusses critical lessons learned from his experience…

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05/09/25 - A special review has been launched into the Bon Air JCC by Virginia’s Office of the State Inspector General 6:08

2h ago6:08

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Plus: Richmond reacts to the first American pope; invasive fire ants spotted in Albemarle County; RPS Superintendent Jason Kamras' contract extended; and other stories.By VPM

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5/08/25 — What the dissolution of VCU’s DEI office means for former staff 9:24

5h ago9:24

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VPM higher education reporter Megan Pauly speaks to former staff members of Virginia Commonwealth University’s Division of Inclusive Excellence. In the podcast: VPM News reporter Megan Pauly speaks to former staff of VCU’s shuttered diversity office.By VPM

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5/7/25 - One-third of Virginia’s rural hospitals are operating in the red 8:21

1d ago8:21

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Plus: A feature from our partner station WMRA on Virginia Humanities losing federal grants for cultural programs.By VPM

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The Corrections Crisis 33:43

1d ago33:43

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There’s a Corrections crisis in Virginia! State prisons and juvenile facilities are facing claims of unsafe conditions for both staff and the incarcerated, and lawmakers are starting to push back. Rich talks to VPM news reporter Keyris Manzanares and the Virginia Mercury’s Charlotte Rene Woods to find out what they've uncovered.…

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5/6/25 - DOGE cuts 16 AmeriCorps community service programs in Virginia 4:57

2d ago4:57

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The US Department of Government Efficiency directed the federal agency for community service and volunteerism to make the changes. Program directors and organization heads impacted told VPM News the sudden cuts left them hurt, confused and scrambling to find answers. More than 160 members in Virginia were cut due to the grants ending, according to …

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Amdocs Group President Anthony Goonetilleke 43:15

3d ago43:15

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The rapid evolution of technology excites Anthony, especially in AI. User preferences are shifting towards more human-like AI interactions. Empathy in AI is crucial for better customer service experiences. The partnership between Amdocs and NVIDIA emphasizes the importance of software efficiency Software and hardware advancements must progress in p…

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Early Voting, Budget Cuts, and Controversy On The Republican Ticket 31:30

3d ago31:30

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In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Laura Vozzella of the Washington Post, covering controversy on the Republican ticket as Governor Youngkin tried to oust Lieutenant Governor John Reid. Dwayne Yancey of the Cardinal News, covering early voting for both statewide and local primaries around Virginia. Jeff Schapiro …

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5/5/25 - Crisis Receiving Center in Henrico celebrates first year 6:07

3d ago6:07

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Virginia’s first youth-specific alternative to emergency rooms is now 1 year old. In other news: It’s still state budget season, there are more federal funding freezes impacting Virginians — and other Central Virginia news.By VPM

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294. From Cash to Franchise: Financial Pathways with James Hilovsky 26:16

5d ago26:16

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Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest James Hilovsky, CEO of the Fran Dream, shares about his journey from spending over 20 years in corporate America to becoming a successful entrepreneur. James shares his experiences in the fast food and franchising industry, working with NFL players on various business ventures, and how he …

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BizSense Beat: Richmond water treatment plant, modular apartments, GreenCity suit 5:03

5d ago5:03

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VPM Host Lyndon German and BizSense's Jonathan Spiers discuss problems at Richmond’s water plant, housing nonprofits teaming up on modular apartment project in East End, and a lawsuit filed by Henrico County's Economic Development Authority's in connection with the county's GreenCity development deal.…

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5/2/25 - Diving through history with Tara Roberts 9:50

6d ago9:50

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In an interview with Phil Liles, journalist Tara Roberts unpacks how the ocean helped her discover her history. In the podcast: VPM News is undergoing maintenance that may be impacting your radio signal or HD2 stream.By VPM

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05/01/25 - New federal data points to a shrinking GDP. 7:20

7d ago7:20

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Plus: Charlottesville City Schools to acquire Federal Executive Institute property; Richmond Mayor Danny Avula to overhaul the city’s P-card program; and other stories. In the podcast: Richmond Mayor Danny Avula wants to overhaul the city’s purchasing card program for city employees.By VPM

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4/30/25 - International students at four of Virginia’s public universities have had their visa eligibility records restored. 4:41

8d ago4:41

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Plus: Richmond City Council approves budget amendments; Gov. Youngkin appointed to FEMA council.By VPM

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Immigrants' Fears Run Rampant in RVA 31:30

8d ago31:30

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It seems like every day brings new national news stories about deportations, ICE raids, or student visas being revoked. This is fueling fear not just in the immigrant community, but even among people here in the country legally. Rich talks to an advocate who serves RVA's Latino community, as well as an attorney who represents Virginia immigrants. H…

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4/29/25 - Rep. Rob Wittman’s constituents held a town hall without him 6:55

11d ago6:55

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Congressman Rob Wittman (R–1st) declined to attend a town hall organized by some of his constituents. They still gathered to voice their concerns. In other news: Recent federal policy changes could open Virginia’s national forests up for logging, “Medicaid is not the home of fraud” — and other Central Virginia news.…

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ICE Raid, Right-to-Work, and Trouble in Purcellville 35:37

10d ago35:37

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In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Hanna Pampaloni of Loudoun Now, covering the scandal surrounding a state police investigation of Purcellville's Vice Mayor. Luke Weir of the Roanoke Times, covering the Democratic debate for Lieutenant Governor, where all candidates voice support for ending Right-to-Work. Sean M…

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4/28/25 - Where do Virginia's statewide candidates stand on skill games? 5:15

12d ago5:15

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Plus: the University of Virginia and Charlottesville City Schools want to acquire the Federal Executive Institute property, now considered government surplus, in Charlottesville.By VPM

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Policy Matters: April 24, 2025 5:27

12d ago5:27

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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: SMART SCALE, Insurance company sale, Olde Town Shopping Center toy store 5:05

13d ago5:05

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Virginia transit officials recommended funding for 14 transportation projects in the Richmond region through SMART SCALE, a U.K.-based parent company of local insurance firm sells its U.S.-based business, and a global toy store plans to open in Henrico County's Olde Town Shopping Center.By VPM

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4/25/25- University of Richmond dedicates memorial to enslaved people who worked the land that became the university. 6:44

15d ago6:44

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An experimental aircraft crashes at Langley-Eustis Air Force base; The University of Richmond holds a ceremony for a new memorial honoring enslaved people who worked the land that now belongs to the university, a public defender says ICE detained client during unrelated court hearing. In the podcast: Experimental aircraft crashes at Langley, Univer…

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4/24/25 - Charlottesvile area protests alleged federal immigration raid 5:03

16d ago5:03

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Central Virginians gathered outside the Albemarle County Courthouse on Wednesday to protest an alleged immigration raid that was publicized on Tuesday. In other news: Gov. Glenn Youngkin’s office recently publicized that the newly created state-level immigration task force has arrested more than 500 migrants in the last two months.…

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4/23/25 - Cool the City initiative launches in Richmond 6:48

17d ago6:48

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Plus: a proposed amendment in Richmond’s budget could ban new tobacco and cannabis shops in the city; Virginia’s decrease in jobs; a commemoration of Hanover students who integrated schools in 1963; and other stories.By VPM

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The Feds vs. Higher Ed 31:29

15d ago31:29

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The Trump Administration is taking on higher ed, and Virginia universities are on notice. VCU hasn’t been singled out, but IS facing program cuts, and is already making changes to try to prevent more. Who can our local institutions turn to for help? Rich talks with Virginia Congressman Rob Wittman about Trump’s challenges – and threats -- to higher…

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4/22/25 - Richmond’s Repair Cafe 5:42

18d ago5:42

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From bikes and toys to one reporter’s pants, Repair Cafe RVA works to keep Richmonders using their favorite items longer.By VPM

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Coal Emissions, Public Housing, and High School Reshuffling 42:10

19d ago42:10

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In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: James Libresco of Theogony, covering the difficulties around Alexandria's City High School's four-campus system--and the school district's new policy mandating Theogony's articles be approved by administration. Charles Paullin of Inside Climate News, covering President Trump's e…

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4/21/25 - Legal challenges on canceled international student visas. 6:33

19d ago6:33

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Plus: possible solutions for reducing the number of youth incarcerated at the Bon Air Juvenile Correctional Center; How pay for Hanover County’s boards and commissions compares to neighboring localities; and other stories. In the podcast: The latest update from VPM News’ “Idleness and boredom” series; VMI appoints an interim president.…

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292. From Software to Syndicates with Jay Balekar 39:05

20d ago39:05

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Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Jay Balekar, shares his inspiring journey from growing up in India to becoming a successful real estate investor in the U.S. Jay discusses his background in cybersecurity, his early exposure to Robert Kiyosaki's 'Rich Dad, Poor Dad,' and how he transitioned into multifamily real estate. He…

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BizSense Beat: CSX lawsuit, Goochland County brewery, Virginia Housing 5:05

20d ago5:05

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Prominent Richmonders challenge a North American railroad company in a million-dollar lawsuit; a Goochland County brewery prepares to reopen after a yearlong hiatus; and Virginia Housing looks to build a new $15 million parking deck in Richmond.By VPM

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4/18/25 Trump administration terminates international students' visas 5:30

22d ago5:30

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International students and alumni in Virginia have their visas or visa eligibility terminated. In other news: Virginians can save on power bills with power grid improvements —and more Central Virginia news. VPM's Spring 2025 membership campaign has been extended to April 20. Right now, several challenges are ongoing that can double your support of …

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Special Edition: The Latest Campaign Finance Numbers 46:32

23d ago46:32

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In this special episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by Ben Tribbett of Pocket Aces Consulting, and Jeff Ryer, former spokesman for the House and Senate Republicans, to break down the latest campaign finance disclosures for the candidates in Virginia's statewide and local races. VPAP: Q1 Campaign Finance Reports -- The Virgini…

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4/17/26: Curious Commonwealth answers more recycling questions! 9:24

23d ago9:24

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VPM News editor Whittney Evans digs in to answer this Curious Commonwealth: What does the data tell us about how much Virginia recycles? Submit your own question at vpm.org/curious. VPM's Spring 2025 membership campaign ends on April 18. Right now, several challenges are ongoing that can double your support of our mission. Click or tap here to lear…

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4/16/25 - Crowded state primary fields for Lt. Gov. AG 5:46

24d ago5:46

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Early voting in Virginia’s 2025 primary kicks off on May 2. In other news: Hanover County honors its local integration history, some Virginians have automatic state+federal tax extensions — and more Central Virginia news. VPM's Spring 2025 membership campaign ends on April 18. Right now, several challenges are ongoing that can double your support o…

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What's Next for Henrico County? 32:02

22d ago32:02

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Henrico County: what's it all about, where is it going, and how is it going to shape the future of RVA? Henrico County Manager John Vithoulkas joins Rich to answer questions from our listener voicemail line. They talk about everything from federal funding cuts to the Green City development to Henrico’s response to the Richmond water crisis. With al…

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04/15/25 - Federal grant cuts: Richmond water, state teacher training and health initiatives 6:23

25d ago6:23

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St. Mary’s Hospital expansion proposal; Henrico planning for change in water infrastructure; UVA Foundation announces new CEOBy VPM

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Research Cuts, TSA Picketing, and the Bills That Passed 33:30

26d ago33:30

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In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Sage Tanguay of the Bold Dominion podcast, covering some niche bills passed during the latest General Assembly session. Michael O'Connor of the Virginia Dogwood, covering Richmond TSA workers picketing to get their union back from the Trump Administration. Nathaniel Cline of the…

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4/14/25 - Guitarist Daniel Bachman uses the natural world to create his music 9:17

26d ago9:17

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Bachman captures audio from thunderstorms, floods and the quiet of nature and integrates it into his work.By VPM

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291. Power of Why: Transforming Passion into Profits with Giang Nguyen 24:38

27d ago24:38

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Send us a text Join us on Average Joe Finances as our guest Giang Nguyen from One River Capital, shares her inspiring story of transitioning from a biology major to real estate investing, starting with a single-family foreclosure and scaling up to a multifamily portfolio that allowed her to leave her W2 job and pursue her passion for salsa dancing.…

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BizSense Beat: Richmond's City Center, the Diamond District and Hanover data centers 5:04

28d ago5:04

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Richmond officials break ground on a portion of the Diamond District development and explore redevelopment options for the city's shuttered coliseum behind the scenes. Meanwhile, Hanover staff review a revamped proposal from a developer seeking to build a data center campus that spans across the borders of the county and the town of Ashland.…

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4/11/25 - Trump order could affect Va. climate policies 5:51

29d ago5:51

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Plus: staffing shortage at Bon Air youth prison; VCU considering tuition increase; GRTC likely to extend free fare program; Ukrop’s 10K road closures In the podcast: Trump order could affect RGGI; staffing shortage at youth prisonBy VPM

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04/10/25 - Chesterfield County officials approve "austere" budget 5:09

30d ago5:09

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The approved budget is not official yet, as Gov. Glenn Youngkin has until May 2 to make changes to the state's budget. In other news: Charlottesville City Schools delay school zone speed cameras; new superintendents voted in for Goochland and Hanover counties; and other news.By VPM

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4/9/25 - Dem candidate hints at paid FMLA support 5:30

1M ago5:30

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Days after being confirmed as the Democratic Party candidate for governor, Spanberger visited Central Virginia to endorse some legislative priorities on behalf of Virginians. In other news: Dr. Karen Shelton publicly addressed the federal “COVID grant” cuts in front of a state advisory panel, WMRA provides a local look at the weekend’s “Hands Off!”…

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The People's Budget: What's Got Your Vote? 25:00

1M ago25:00

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It's time to decide the People’s Budget of Richmond! Richmond's government has set aside $3M of YOUR money – and now YOU get to decide what to do with it. This participatory budget program has reached the voting stage, and now anyone who lives, works, or goes to school in the city – age 14 and up! – can vote on projects in their council district. R…

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4/8/2025 - Tribal sovereignty and fundraising in the Virginia governor’s race 5:40

1M ago5:40

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Plus: Scuttled data center legislation and a Charlottesville bike lane plan In the podcast: Tribal sovereignty and fundraising in the Virginia governor’s raceBy VPM

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Budget Dispute, Filing Deadlines, and the Virginia Supreme Court 38:27

1M ago38:27

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In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Kate Seltzer of the Virginian-Pilot, covering the latest on the filings for the fall ballot. Joe Dodson of Courthouse News, covering a Virginia Supreme Court ruling an officer not liable for the attempted suicide of a detainee. Jahd Khalil of VPM, covering Virginia's budget and …

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