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The Virginia Press Room

The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration between VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope, and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps. The Virginia Press Room offers a behind-the-scenes look at state politics, policy and the issues shaping

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51:26

Medicaid Changes, Off-Year Elections, and the Growing...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/07/28

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Princess Harrell of WJLA, covering Abigail Spanberger's "Growing Virginia Plan." Tyler Englander of WRIC, covering disputes over the number of Virginians who will be affected by federal Medicaid changes. Cameron Thompson of WTVR, covering the debate over whether Virginia's elections should remain off-year elections. Plus: split-ticket elections, Governor Wilder's predictions, and lowering the voting age. -- The

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32:05

Ballot Initiatives, Candidate Summer Reading, and the...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/07/21

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Charlotte Rene Woods of the Virginia Mercury, covering the status of Virginia's corrections ombudsman office, one year after its creation. Olivia Diaz of the Associated Press, covering Google partnering with Governor Youngkin to offer AI training to Virginia job-seekers. Whittney Evans of VPM News, covering how ballot initiatives and recalls work in Virginia. Plus: federal cuts to public radio, the effect of the Big

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39:31

University Politics, Immigration Arrests, and...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/07/14

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Kate Seltzer of the Virginian-Pilot, covering the Virginia Homeland Security Task Force's reported arrest of 2500 people. Andrew Kerley of the Commonwealth Times, covering Senate Democrats considering blocking more of Governor Youngkin's university board. Dean Mirshahi of VPM News, covering the continued delay of Richmond's civilian police review board. Plus: avoiding questions, withheld diplomas, and city council meeting

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42:54

Republican Unity, Fixing Water Problems, and the Big...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/07/07

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Lauren Burke of Black Virginia News (and formerly Pod Virginia), covering last week's Republican unity event--and whether it dispelled rumors of internal tensions. Chris Saxman of the VIP Podcast, covering the impact of the Big Beautiful Bill on Virginians and upcoming elections. Rich Meagher of RVA's Got Issues, covering meetings in Richmond and Henrico County to create a regional approach to local water issues. Plus the

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37:31

Campaign Catch-Up, ICE Controversy, and Pressure on UVA

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/06/30

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Anna Bryson of the Richmond Times-Dispatch, covering Virginia's GOP ticket holding its first united rally of the campaign. Brandon Jarvis of the Virginia Scope, covering ICE agents operating out of the Chesterfield court house. Brad Kutner of Radio IQ, covering how the candidates for governor respond to an immigrant mother concerned about deportation. Plus: UVA President Jim Ryan's resignation, campaign mishaps for Winsome

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43:42

Primary Takeaways, Data Center Regulation, and...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/06/23

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Shannon Heckt of the Virginia Mercury, covering Virginia's patchwork data center regulation policies. Graham Moomaw of the Richmonder, covering how Richmond voters overwhelmingly voted against their former mayor, Levar Stoney. Teo Armus of the Washington Post, covering some of the top takeaways from last week's primaries. Plus: man-on-the-street interviews, special primary elections, and using AI to inform voting

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34:37

Special Edition: Virginia's 2025 Primary Results

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/06/19

In this episode of ⁠The Virginia Press Room⁠, Michael Pope is joined by political analyst Sam Shirazi to break down the results from Tuesday's primaries. -- The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration by ⁠VPM ⁠and the ⁠Virginia Public Access Project⁠, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope and features a rotating

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42:24

Statewide Primaries, Campaign Yard Signs, and Public...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/06/16

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by: Margaret Barthel of WAMU, covering what the candidates for lieutenant governor and attorney general have to say about policy issues. Ryan Murphy of WHRO, covering local primary races that are heating up in Hampton Roads. Jahd Khalil of VPM News, covering how the candidates for lieutenant governor envision their job description. Plus: a shift away from NoVA candidates, campaign yard signs, and Dominion Energy versus Clean

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33:56

Immigration Enforcement, Medicaid Cuts, and Tariff...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/06/09

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Sabrina Moreno of Axios Richmond, covering why Virginia is a hotspot for immigration enforcement. Michael O'Connor of the Virginia Dogwood, covering how federal Medicaid cuts will affect Virginians' coverage and home healthcare workers. Michael Martz of the Richmond Times-Dispatch, covering the continued uncertainty around President Trump's tariffs. Plus: difficulty covering campaigns, the cost of the Richmond water crisis,

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40:52

Sanctuary Cities, U.S. Attorney Competition, and...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/06/02

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Elizabeth Beyer of Cardinal News, covering the competition to decide the next U.S. Attorney for Virginia's Western District. Tyler Englander of WRIC, covering DHS' list of sanctuary cities, including several conservative Virginia counties. Chris Suarez of VPM News, covering Richmond's second water crisis. Plus: lingering tensions on the Republican ticket, a lack of FEMA money for flood-struck Virginians, and what it means

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41:59

Recall Petitions, Council Chaos, and Coal County...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/05/26

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Karen Graham of the Loudoun Times-Mirror, covering recall petitions in Purcellville. Bill Atkinson of the Progress Index, covering internal strife and council meetings and financial distress in Hopewell. Ben Paviour of the New York Times, covering coal magnate-led development projects in Southwest Virginia. Plus: more budget battles, southern accents, and Virginia's judicial appointment process. -- The

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39:01

Ticket Diversity, Amendment Rejections, and...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/05/19

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Olivia Diaz of the Associated Press, covering the diversity of Virginia's Republican candidates against the backdrop of a federal crackdown on DEI. Charlotte Rene Woods of the Virginia Mercury, covering the Virginia House Clerk rejecting three of Governor Youngkin's vetoes. Brad Kutner of Radio IQ, covering some non-traditional candidates running for office this cycle. Plus: elevator conversations, housing policy, and

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37:59

Intra-Party Chaos, Fraud Accusations, and Americorps...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/05/12

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Kate Seltzer of the Virginian-Pilot, covering the ousting of Laura Hughes, former chairwoman for the Virginia Beach Republican Party. Greg Schneider of the Washington Post, covering accusations of fraud between the Youngkin administration and the Nansemond Indian Tribe over healthcare funding. Dean Mirshahi of VPM News, covering how federal Americorps funding cuts have impacted Virginia volunteerism. Plus: award-winning

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31:30

Early Voting, Budget Cuts, and Controversy On The...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/05/05

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 of Radio IQ, covering the state budget with spending cuts in the face of looming federal budget cuts. Plus: Jeff Schapiro's retirement from daily

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35:37

ICE Raid, Right-to-Work, and Trouble in Purcellville

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/04/28

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 McGoey of VPM, covering the confusing facts and questions surrounding Tavares Floyd's campaign for Richmond City Council. Plus an ICE raid in an

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42:10

Coal Emissions, Public Housing, and High School...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/04/21

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 exemptions for coal emissions, including Dominion Energy. Whittney Evans of VPM, covering the failed attempt to privatize Gilpin Court, Richmond's largest

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46:32

Special Edition: The Latest Campaign Finance Numbers

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/04/17

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 Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia’s most important stories directly from the

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33:30

Research Cuts, TSA Picketing, and the Bills That Passed

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/04/14

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 Virginia Mercury, covering federal cuts to Virginia's research colleges. Plus local relief for federal workers, railroad infrastructure, and the

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38:27

Budget Dispute, Filing Deadlines, and the Virginia...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/04/07

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 the dispute over the Earned Income Tax Credit. Plus speeches in the General Assembly, judicial controversy, and Virginia's relationship with native

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35:18

Unemployment Claims, Health Department Cuts, and...

The Virginia Press Room ·

2025/03/31

In this episode of The Virginia Press Room, Michael Pope is joined by:Karri Peifer of Axios, covering the rising number of unemployment claims in Virginia. Cameron Thompson of WTVR, covering Governor Youngkin's record-setting number of vetoes pushed through last week (and VPAP has visualized the numbers) Chris Suarez of VPM, covering $425 million cut to the Virginia Department of Health as the federal government pulls grant funding for COVID-related programs. Plus 23andMe goes bankrupt, pop-up

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