MetroNews Hotline

Hotline Feature - Chef Paul's Campfire Favorites, Seafood Boil Tips & Taco Talk 12.05.2025 11:27 ↓

Chef Paul Smith joins Dave to talk campfire meals, seafood boil secrets, and taco shell debates. From Appalachian trout over open flame to low-country boils done right, Chef Paul shares expert tips for outdoor cooking. He also breaks down the differences between white and yellow corn tortillas, previews the new South Charleston farmers market, and shares plans for his upcoming wood-fired pizza cla...

Hotline Feature - Pick One: Farewell Tours, Foodie Road Trips & Knicks vs. Celtics 08.05.2025 12:26 ↓

Dave and Coop dive into another spirited edition of Pick One, debating whether The Who’s latest “farewell” tour is truly their last, and comparing iconic anthems "Enter Sandman" and "Country Roads." They imagine road-tripping with Alton Brown or Guy Fieri, make tough calls on Knicks-Celtics playoff predictions, and settle on their favorite Law & Order series. Plus, wild cards like receiving my...

Hotline Feature - Mountain Stage Preview with Kathy Mattea: Summer Lineup & Rising Stars 08.05.2025 10:52 ↓

Kathy Mattea joins Dave to preview upcoming Mountain Stage shows, including the highly anticipated August 24 performance by Robert Randolph at the Robinson Grand in Clarksburg. Kathy shares behind-the-scenes stories about featured artists like Susan Werner, Them Cooley Boys, The Arcadian Wild, Maya DeVitry, and rising star Medium Build. They also chat about the evolution of the Nashville music sce...

Hotline Feature: Conclave Surprise: Bishop Mark Brennan on Pope Leo the 14th's Election 08.05.2025 10:09 ↓

In this exclusive MetroNews Hotline segment, Bishop Mark Brennan of the Wheeling Charleston Diocese provides unique insights into the surprising and swift election of Pope Leo the 14th. Discussing the significance of the first American Pope, Bishop Brennan offers a nuanced perspective on the Catholic Church's global unity, the legacy of Pope Francis, and the challenges facing the new pontiff. Key...

Hotline Feature: BBQ Secrets & Community Roots: Coop with Angela from Dem 2 Bros 06.05.2025 10:43 ↓

Angela Wright from Dem 2 Bros joins Coop to talk all things barbecue—sharing tips for getting smoky flavor at home (even without a smoker), affordable cuts to practice with, and why pork shoulder is your foolproof friend. They dive into the deep community roots of Dem 2 Bros, how Charleston’s BBQ scene has grown, and the power of food to bring people together. Plus, Angela names her top underrated...

Hotline Feature - Inside the Hobby Boom: Steve Whittington Talks Cards, Auctions & the Mountain State Collectors Convention 06.05.2025 10:21 ↓

Steve Whittington from Select Cards and Collectibles joins Dave to preview the upcoming Mountain State Collectors Convention—set to be Charleston’s biggest sports card show in decades. Steve offers smart tips for navigating big conventions, shares what his team is buying, and breaks down the latest hobby buzz, from Aaron Judge’s red-hot market to a record-setting Jerry West jersey and a rare T206...