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Monday, October 1
FROM THE HEADLINES: SPORTS SCANDALS
Arraignments, astericks on achievements, and cheating allegations seem to be generating more buzz in the world of sports than athletic excellence. We'll talk about how the negative headlines are affecting those who play the game and the fans who support them. Guests: Frank DeFord, senior contributing writer for Sports Illustrated, author, and NPR commentator, and Virginian Pilot Sports Bob Molinaro.
Article on Sports Scandals
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Tuesday, October 2
GREENHOUSE EFFECT
Environmentalism is hot these days. Hybrid cars, organic food and eco-friendly houses have become mainstream. Today on HearSay, Cathy talks to actor and activist Ed Begley Jr., whose HGTV TV series, Living with Ed, shows the reality of a conservation friendly household. We'll also discuss how Hampton Roads is going green with George Powell of Powell Development, Chuck Miller of Miller Custom Homes, and Susan Milhoan President and CEO of the Retail Alliance.
Retail Alliance "Go Green" Week
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Wednesday, October 3
MANAGING MILLENNIALS
They're 20-somethings hitting the workforce. Most Millennials are still in the care of their Baby Boomer parents, but the first several million of them have joined the adult world, and many more are coming. We'll talk about this group of Americans born between 1977 and 1997 and what
the future holds for them.
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Thursday, October 4
NURSING CONTROVERSY
The benefits of breast-feeding have long been touted by the medical community and government agencies, yet a recent study suggests that breast milk can not offer infants much defense against asthma or allergies. The study comes at a time when there is growing debate over public breast-feeding. We'll talk about it all and take your calls on today's HearSay.
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Friday, October 5
IN THE CLASSROOM
Studies estimate that teachers spend $200 - $800 of their own money to outfit their classrooms with supplies each academic year. The Adopt-A-Classroom organization aims to help take the pressure off of teachers by setting up supply registries, similar to those for brides and moms-to-be. We'll talk about this program and others like it on today's HearSay. We also bring you an behind the scenes peek at the high-pressure world of Prep Schools and Cathy talks with a Smithfield student who is taking action to seek better quality cafeteria food in her school system.
www.adoptaclassroom.org
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