The New Dominion Podcast

Dr. Jim Wright, a gerontologist by day and a Rockstar by night, joins Cori and Marty via zoom in via Zoom in Richmond. We discuss the role that music plays in is his life, the role that Medicare plays in supporting the elderly, and the important work to be done in ensuring those who need nursing care have access to safe facilities. Intro | 0:00 Interview | 12:31 What are you Reding? | 1:07:19 Clos...

Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank CEO Dan Maher joins Marty, Cori, and Megan to discuss the wave of changes to federally funded food assistance programs and their potential impact. There is some good news, in that some funds that had been clawed back are coming back around. However, other projected cuts are particularly concerning. Especially proposed cuts to SNAP.  Intro:0:00 Interview:13:56 What...

Germanna president Janet Gullickson and dean of student development Frank Cirioni join Cori, Marty, and Megan to discuss how federal cuts are affecting Germanna, and engage in a lively discussion about what is happening with boys in our society and schools.

This week, Marty's back from vacation, and he and Cori go deep on how Executive Orders are getting real -- and getting painful -- in our region. And how the community adjusts and moves forward together.

This week, local artist Emily Woodhull joins Megan, Cori, and Marty to discuss her new songs "Virginia, I'm Home" and "Blame It on the Moonshine," what it really takes to make it in the music business, mental health, and the unusual twists in life that push us to do our best. Intro - 0:00 to 8:30 Interview - 9:06 to 1:08:00 New Single Announcement - 1:09:00 to 1:11:47 What...

That's what Bill Davis, chair of the county's Board of Supervisors, joins Jeh Hicks, Megan, Cori, and Marty to discuss. From data centers to economic development, water issues to down-zoning, come learn more about King George from those who are leading the charge. Intro/top stories in the advance 0:00 to 8:34 Interview 8:36 to 56:31 What are you reading? 58:28 to1:20:00 Wrap up/what's...

Our Editor and Chief Martin Davis reads his latest reporting on the recent data center vote held by Fredericksburg, VA city counsel. Marty talks about the inspirational public comment that was displayed in the council chambers, revealing and optimistic for the future for our community.

This week, Ian Ollis of FAMPO joins Cori, Megan, and Marty to explain why driving from east to west in our region is well-nigh impossible, why our region is world famous among MPOs, what an MPO is, and why South Africa is shaping our transportation future

Cori, Megan, and Marty celebrate warmer weather and dig into Stafford politics with Board of Supervisors' chair Deuntay Diggs. From budget issues to establishing trust with the public, Diggs brings a fresh voice to local politics. And a fascinating perspective on life in our region.

Megan returns for throwing clay, Marty endured the cold, and Cori brought the Scotch (but didn't share it) -- Join us for a roundtable discussion about the issue that seems to be everywhere in our region today. Trust, Government, and the Media. 

Kathy Anderson of Empower House and Joseph Lyttle of Fredericksburg Area Health and Support Services join NDP to talk about the impacts they are facing from federal cuts, and the unintended consequences that are going to directly affect our region as a result. It's a can't-miss episode.

The arts take center stage this week at the New Dominion Podcast as local musician and poet Karen Jonas chats with Cori and Marty about Fredericksburg's once-thriving, now-struggling music scene; the role of inspiration in art; and her move from music to poetry. Disclaimer: We were making repairs at Curitiba Art Cafe during recording. You will hear the occasional power tools.

Fredericksburg has a lively theatre scene, ranging from the small, to the aspiring professionals, and the pros/semi-pros. Advance Theatre Critic Dennis Wemm joins Cori and Marty to talk about acting and the role of theatre in making our lives better.

Megan was throwing clay and left Cori and Marty to engage in a discussion on what is shaping up to be a dynamic race for city council, and growing issues around affordable housing.

"That's politics" is oftentimes lazy doublespeak that allows leaders to turn a blind eye to the impact their actions have on citizens. In the inaugural podcast for Season 3, Mary Becelia and her family join NDP to talk about public service, raising a family, and the real-world costs of government leaders overstepping their bounds and taking actions that are hurtful to private citizens.

Join Cori, Megan, and Marty as they look back at 2024, and forward to the year ahead and the challenges and opportunities for our region

This week, long-time friend of NDP Scott Mayausky joins Cori, and Marty to talk about what has happened in Stafford with the Mary Becelia story, and the challenges of holding government to account in a world of evolving media environments. It's a can't miss episode.

What happens when four podcasters who love books host a writer who writes a history of bookstores? A great discussion about books and how they shape our culture, our politics, and the ways that we relate to each other. Evan Friss is a professor at James Madison University and the author of "The Bookshop." And the stories he brings -- from the in-depth chapters on the biggest names in bookselling,...

The NDP regulars geek out on education this week with director of the Comprehensive Instructional Program Matt Hurt. This program, which more than 70 school districts in Virginia participate in, has delivered some eye-popping results on SOL testing. Special guest Audrey Rackley - a longtime history teacher at James Monroe High School - joins the discussion as we learn what CIP is, how it works, an...

He started out to write a movie script; he ended up with an innovative exploration of Black identity. Justin takes Cori, Megan, and Marty on his journey of self-discovery that also opens up a better of understanding of life in the greater Fredericksburg region.

This week, Marty has a bit of fun with Jeh Hicks, who seems to tower over everything in these days -- especially Goolrick's. Then, Sam Shoukas and Chip Boyles join Cori and Megan to talk all things housing.  The New Dominion Podcast is a production of FXBG Advance, a daily online media source for local news in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford.  ⁠Subscribe for just $8 a month⁠  to support...

Fredericksburg Republican Committee chair Scott Vezina and Spotsylvania Democratic Committee chair Jeff Kent join Cori, Megan, and Marty to talk about the importance of people becoming more aware and more involved in the political process. The New Dominion Podcast is a production of FXBG Advance, a daily online media source for local news in Fredericksburg, Spotsylvania, and Stafford.  Subscribe f...

Joseph Lyttle and Amanda Strawn do the impossible everyday in their respective roles at FAHASS (Fredericksburg Area Health and Support Services). FAHASS' efforts are centered in the LGBTQ+ community, but their services are there for so many more. Cori, Megan, and Jeh take listeners into a powerhouse nonprofit that delivers big bang with the bucks it earns. 

Join 7th Congressional District Republican candidate Derrick Anderson as he discusses with Marty, Cori, and Jeh his growing up in Spotsylvania, why he chose wrestling over football, and his most embarrassing moment of FOX News and why Jeh sort of had a hand in it.

Regular listeners will not want to miss this special episode, which goes deep with Dan Maher of the Fredericksburg Food Bank about the profound challenges facing people living with food insecurity, as well as the innovative ways the food bank is rising to these challenges. Bookending our conversation with Maher is Cori's, Megan's, and Marty's tribute to our friend and podcast founder S...