Ask the Expert

Join longtime auto professional Larry Dawson as he shares decades of insight on buying, selling, and understanding the car market. Whether you’re navigating today’s used car values or thinking about your next vehicle, Larry brings a trusted, local perspective to help you make smart decisions. Now serving more as a consultant than a dealer, Larry is still your go-to expert—and remember, his tradema...

Dale Cooper welcomes Dr. Amy Armstrong, glaucoma specialist at West Virginia Eye Consultants, for a wide-ranging conversation on one of the most commonly misunderstood eye conditions. Dr. Armstrong explains that glaucoma is fundamentally a disease of the optic nerve — driven by genetics rather than age alone — and that its symptomless progression makes early screening critical, ideally beginning b...

Host Dale Cooper and Dr. Steven Ghareeb discuss dental hygiene, best practices, cutting edge procedures, and the history of the field. Locations in Kanawha City, Poca, South Charleston, Cross Lanes, St. Albans, and Teays Valley.  Call 1-800-GreatCare or visit online at www. GhareebDentalGroup.com

Join longtime auto professional Larry Dawson as he shares decades of insight on buying, selling, and understanding the car market. Whether you’re navigating today’s used car values or thinking about your next vehicle, Larry brings a trusted, local perspective to help you make smart decisions. Now serving more as a consultant than a dealer, Larry is still your go-to expert—and remember, his tradema...

Host Dale Cooper and Dr. Steven Ghareeb discuss dental hygiene, best practices, cutting edge procedures, and the history of the field. Locations in Kanawha City, Poca, South Charleston, Cross Lanes, St. Albans, and Teays Valley.  Call 1-800-GreatCare or visit online at www. GhareebDentalGroup.com

Join us for a concise, informative discussion with Brett Hodgdon of Foster Foundation Repair. In this episode, we explore essential foundation and basement care, addressing maintenance, weather impacts, and effective solutions. Brett shares his expertise and practical advice for homeowners. Don't miss these valuable insights! Contact Foster Foundation Repair: Phone: (304) 776-6263 Address: 4226 Wo...

Join us for a concise, informative discussion with Brett Hodgdon of Foster Foundation Repair. In this episode, we explore essential foundation and basement care, addressing maintenance, weather impacts, and effective solutions. Brett shares his expertise and practical advice for homeowners. Don't miss these valuable insights! Contact Foster Foundation Repair: Phone: (304) 776-6263 Address: 4226 Wo...

Join longtime auto professional Larry Dawson as he shares decades of insight on buying, selling, and understanding the car market. Whether you’re navigating today’s used car values or thinking about your next vehicle, Larry brings a trusted, local perspective to help you make smart decisions. Now serving more as a consultant than a dealer, Larry is still your go-to expert—and remember, his tradema...

Host Dale Cooper and Dr. Carson Henley discuss dental hygiene, best practices, cutting edge procedures, and the history of the field. Locations in Kanawha City, Poca, South Charleston, Cross Lanes, St. Albans, and Teays Valley.  Call 1-800-GreatCare or visit online at  www. GhareebDentalGroup.com

On this edition of Ask the Expert, Larry Dawson joins Dale Cooper for a candid and far-ranging conversation about the modern car market — and the growing risks everyday consumers face when they hand over their personal information to national chains and online platforms. Larry warns about massive data breaches, shares examples of clients burned by automated systems, and explains why he keeps every...

Host Dale Cooper and Ron Hughes discuss the offers available at WVBargains.com

On this week’s Ask the Expert with Larry Dawson and Dale Cooper, the longtime Nitro auto broker reflects on how the car business — and consumer habits — have come full circle. Larry discusses Gen Z’s return to in-person shopping, why local dealerships are regaining trust after years of online dominance, and how AI service lines and endless hold times are hurting customer loyalty. The two also dive...

Host Dale Cooper and Dr. Steven Ghareeb discus dental hygiene, best practices, cutting edge procedures, and the history of the field.  Locations in Kanawha City, Poca, South Charleston, Cross Lanes, St. Albans, and Teays Valley.  Call 1-800-GreatCare or visit online at www. GhareebDentalGroup.com

Veteran auto dealer Larry Dawson joins Ask the Expert to reflect on nearly four decades in the car business — from pioneering West Virginia’s “We Buy Cars” model to navigating a post-COVID landscape now crowded with digital buyers and national chains. Larry shares advice on titles, liens, and protecting yourself from online scams, while stressing the value of local trust, personal relationships, a...

Home foundation issues can be scary — but with the right knowledge, they don’t have to break the bank. In this episode of Ask the Expert, Brett Hodgden, owner of Foster Foundation Repair, joins us to talk about how changing weather patterns, poor drainage, and DIY missteps can lead to serious foundation problems. Brett shares expert insights on how to properly waterproof your basement, the differe...

Host Dale Cooper and Dr. Steven Ghareeb discus dental hygiene, best practices, cutting edge procedures, and the history of the field.  Locations in Kanawha City, Poca, South Charleston, Cross Lanes, St. Albans, and Teays Valley.  Call 1-800-GreatCare or visit online at  www. GhareebDentalGroup.com

Join longtime auto professional Larry Dawson as he shares decades of insight on buying, selling, and understanding the car market. Whether you’re navigating today’s used car values or thinking about your next vehicle, Larry brings a trusted, local perspective to help you make smart decisions. Now serving more as a consultant than a dealer, Larry is still your go-to expert—and remember, his tradema...

Dale Cooper welcomes back Don Wilson, owner of Capital Insurance Group, for a deep dive into insurance strategies for landlords, Airbnb hosts, and real estate investors. Don breaks down the difference between builder’s risk and landlord policies, the risks of underinsuring short-term rentals, and the importance of structuring ownership through LLCs. Whether you own a duplex, inherited property, or...

Host Dale Cooper and Dr. Steven Ghareeb discus dental hygiene, best practices, cutting edge procedures, and the history of the field.  Locations in Kanawha City, Poca, South Charleston, Cross Lanes, St. Albans, and Teays Valley.  Call 1-800-GreatCare or visit online at www. GhareebDentalGroup.com

Join us for a concise, informative discussion with Brett Hodgdon of Foster Foundation Repair. In this episode, we explore essential foundation and basement care, addressing maintenance, weather impacts, and effective solutions. Brett shares his expertise and practical advice for homeowners. Don't miss these valuable insights! Contact Foster Foundation Repair: Phone: (304) 776-6263 Address: 4226 Wo...

Dale Cooper welcomes back Don Wilson, owner of Capital Insurance Group, for a deep dive into insurance strategies for landlords, Airbnb hosts, and real estate investors. Don breaks down the difference between builder’s risk and landlord policies, the risks of underinsuring short-term rentals, and the importance of structuring ownership through LLCs. Whether you own a duplex, inherited property, or...

Dale Cooper welcomes back Don Wilson, owner of Capital Insurance Group, for a deep dive into insurance strategies for landlords, Airbnb hosts, and real estate investors. Don breaks down the difference between builder’s risk and landlord policies, the risks of underinsuring short-term rentals, and the importance of structuring ownership through LLCs. Whether you own a duplex, inherited property, or...

Drs. Stephen and Carson from Ghareeb Dental Group join Dale Cooper to discuss a major step forward in dental care—affordable, fixed dentures that bridge the gap between traditional snap-ins and high-end permanent implants. The episode also explores the impact of dental health on overall well-being, the importance of continued education in dentistry, and a 50-year milestone for Dr. Sammy Ghareeb.

Join us for a concise, informative discussion with Brett Hodgdon of Foster Foundation Repair. In this episode, we explore essential foundation and basement care, addressing maintenance, weather impacts, and effective solutions. Brett shares his expertise and practical advice for homeowners. Don't miss these valuable insights! Contact Foster Foundation Repair: Phone: (304) 776-6263 Address: 4226 Wo...

Join longtime auto professional Larry Dawson as he shares decades of insight on buying, selling, and understanding the car market. Whether you’re navigating today’s used car values or thinking about your next vehicle, Larry brings a trusted, local perspective to help you make smart decisions. Now serving more as a consultant than a dealer, Larry is still your go-to expert—and remember, his tradema...