WCHS Network Podcasts

Robb Reel checks in for 96.1 KWS with his walk to Morgantown for the WVU Medicine Children's Hospital. Tom Bragg talks high school football as Herbert Hoover takes on the Ripley Vikings. Fred Albert of the American Federation of Teachers is in to talk PEIA rate increases, as well as consolidation in Kanawha County Schools.  Plus, Dave Allen waxes poetic about fake news on social media. 

This week on Let's Talk, Carl goes solo and sits down with Earl Monroe, a former football player at the University of Miami and a pivotal figure in the history of West Virginia State University's football program. Starting his coaching career as a part-time assistant at WVSU in 1987, Monroe worked his way up to become the Defensive Coordinator in 1996 under Carl's leadership. Monroe played a cruci...

Robb Reel is off and….walking….on his walk from Charleston to Morgantown for WVU Children’s, plus more on the Pumpkin Drop and author/actress Dreama Denver. Oh, and a couple of Dave rants, too.

Host Dale Cooper and Harvey or Tom from the Peyton Law Firm discuss legal issues from listeners and matters affecting local politics. More info:  www. PeytonLawFirm.com (304) 755-5556 2801 1st Ave, Nitro, WV 25143 The Peyton Law Firm was founded more than 30 years ago by Harvey Peyton, who was joined by his son, Tom Peyton. For more than 50 years, the Peyton team has successfully represented clien...

More on this weekend’s We Care WV event, plus State Revenue Secretary Larry Pack and is Robb Reel of 96.1 KWS really walking from Charleston to Morgantown?

Coming up this morning (and from our brand new studios, no less) the folks from Scareview are here, plus Danny Jones and Tony Hodge.

On Retire Right Radio, Host Dale Cooper and John Burdette from  www. FourthAvenueFinancial.com  discuss financial planning for different eras of your life and general strategies. Hear the encore presentation Monday at 1:00pm on our sister station, Charleston Business Radio 95.3 | 680 WKAZ  Phone: (304) 746-7977 More info: http://bit.ly/2zcZV4e

On this episode of the podcast, Jeff Petty is riding solo. He’ll be talking about Peacock possibly losing WWE PLE’s in 2026. Dave Meltzer gives Drew McIntyre and CM Punk’s  Hell in a Cell match five stars. WWE has quietly changed their policy on blood. The debut behind the ‘Coming Soon’ vignettes is revealed. Jeff also gives his thoughts on Jim Johnston’s legacy and whether or not he’ll ever make...

This week, Carl and Hollis revisit some of their recent discussions and update ongoing stories. The duo reminisce about old friendships from their playing days, as Carl shares memories of his time with former Marshall teammates. The conversation shifts to the complexities of coaching and recruiting in today’s college football environment, where NIL deals have dramatically altered the landscape of...

Chris Lawrence with a preview of tonight’s Capital/Hurricane football game, plus Hannah Gardner from the Kanawha Charleston Humane Association with the story of Mischief, our “Adopt Me Please” Pet of the Week. Andy Blackwood is here to talk about an upcoming fundraiser for Habitat For Humanity and Greg Thomas from West Virginia Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse.

On this episode of 580 Live, Tom Bragg joins us to break down tonight’s Wayne vs. Herbert Hoover football matchup. Then, we’re joined by Alexander Gaaserud, who’s already gearing up for his 2026 Senate campaign against Shelley Moore Capito. Finally, Amelia Knisely from West Virginia Watch shares her insights on the latest state news and developments

Joelle Gates of the Girl Scouts is in to discuss the latest things going on with the Girl Scouts in the Kanawha Valley. Senate Finance Chairman Eric Tarr stops by to discuss the WV Legislature special session, taxes, and more in WV politics. Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango comes in to discuss issues with the judicial annex and Kanawha County politics.

Secretary of State Mac Warner on the need for poll workers in West Virginia for the upcoming November general election, plus Brad McElhinny and Delegate Kayla Young weigh in on the special session.

On Retire Right Radio, Host Dale Cooper and John Burdette from  www. FourthAvenueFinancial.com  discuss financial planning for different eras of your life and general strategies. Hear the encore presentation Monday at 1:00pm on our sister station, Charleston Business Radio 95.3 | 680 WKAZ  Phone: (304) 746-7977 More info: http://bit.ly/2zcZV4e

Author Phillip Eil, Independent candidate for Congress Wes Holden and Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin.

On this episode of the podcast, Jeff Petty is joined by Josh Cole and Jason Lykens to discuss the New AEW TV Deal with WBD. They also give an update on WWE Bad Blood predictions and their thoughts on the show. JBL has been up to things. They give their thoughts on the new look of WWE NXT on The CW. AEW WrestleDream predictions and more! Also, On This Day in Wrestling History and the Main Event.  C...

This week, Carl and Hollis tackle the tradition and significance of homecoming games at every level of football, exploring what makes these games special and the unique pressures they bring. Then, the conversation shifts to the Heisman Trophy and its evolving meaning in the modern era. The duo takes a deep dive into the current Heisman race, spotlighting Colorado’s 2-way star Travis Hunter and mak...

Dale Cooper hosts with guests Chris Lawrence, Tom Bragg, Hannah Gardner, Andrew Donaldson, and Del. Mike Pushkin

Host Dale Cooper and Harvey or Tom from the Peyton Law Firm discuss legal issues from listeners and matters affecting local politics. More info:  www. PeytonLawFirm.com (304) 755-5556 2801 1st Ave, Nitro, WV 25143 The Peyton Law Firm was founded more than 30 years ago by Harvey Peyton, who was joined by his son, Tom Peyton. For more than 50 years, the Peyton team has successfully represented clien...

Senator Shelley Moore Capito is in the Par Mar Stores Studio, plus Kanawha County Commission President Lance Wheeler is here. I’ve got info on an event for veterans Saturday in Nitro and several downtown Charleston restaurants are teaming up to help Hurricane victims.

John Roberts stops by to discuss the Christmas help programs at the Mountain Mission. Steven Allen Adams of Ogden Newspapers discusses the WV Legislature Special Session and WV politics. Jeff Jenkins and Woody Woods, inducted this year into the WV Broadcaster's Hall of Fame, come in to talk about their induction, and a special proclamation by Senator Joe Manchin, presented by staffer Jim Strawn.

More on the Goodwill Night in Monte Carlo event, plus Delegate JB Akers, Brad McElhinny and more on the death of Pete Rose.

On Retire Right Radio, Host Dale Cooper and John Burdette from  www. FourthAvenueFinancial.com  discuss financial planning for different eras of your life and general strategies. Hear the encore presentation Monday at 1:00pm on our sister station, Charleston Business Radio 95.3 | 680 WKAZ  Phone: (304) 746-7977 More info: http://bit.ly/2zcZV4e

Kanawha County Commissioner Ben Salango, Dr. Angie Settle and Chef Paul Smith and a Steve Animal rant.