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Inside West Virginia Politics

Mark Curtis, Rick Johnsonwowktv.com
Inside West Virginia Politics is a weekly show hosted by Rick Johnson that discusses local, regional, and national issues and how they impact the Mountain State.
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Episodes

2025 Sternwheel Regatta on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our guests join Rick Johnson to discuss the Sternwheel Regatta, the West Virginia Chamber Foundation, the Tuesday Morning Group and Fourth of July.

Jun 30, 202523 minEp. 332

The Iran-Israel conflict on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our guests join Rick Johnson to discuss the conflict between Iran and Israel, flooding in Wheeling, Juneteenth and the Big Beautiful Bill.

Jun 23, 202523 minEp. 331

Feeding seniors on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our guests join host Rick Johnson to discuss feeding seniors, being a volunteer fire chief, Juneteenth and representation.

Jun 09, 202523 minEp. 329

Trump's tax cuts on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our guests join host Rick Johnson to discuss tax cuts, vaccine exemptions, the WV Intermediate Court of Appeals and the latest happenings in St. Albans.

Jun 02, 202523 minEp. 328

Rural broadband, flood relief and area events on Inside West Virginia Politics

In Segment 1, Nicholas County Commission President Craig Chapman opens our show by sharing some of the things coming to Nicholas County, such as broadband opportunities, tourism and a solar project coming to an abandoned strip mine. In Segment 2, Pastor Brad Davis returns to IWVP to give an update on relief response efforts from the flooding that hit southern West Virginia earlier this year, which left many people, including himself, displaced from their homes. He says a conglomeration of church...

May 25, 20250Ep. 327

NIOSH, elections and community health on Inside West Virginia Politics

In Segment One, West Virginia Senator Jim Justice calls in to share his reaction on the NIOSH employees' return to work . He says while he loves that 100 employees are getting their jobs back , there are still a lot more who are still out of work. In Segment Two, West Virginia Secretary of State Kris Warner stops by to talk about the importance of voting because this summer, there will be a total of 104 municipal elections for folks to get out and vote in. He also talks about what people can do ...

May 19, 202523 minEp. 326

Ambulance costs on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss ambulance services, the transformation of West Virginia State University, budget issues and the work of Soledad O'Brien.

May 12, 202523 minEp. 325

The first 100 days on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the death of Pope Francis, Harry Wiley's lawsuit, Morrisey's first 100 days and the efforts of Huntington Mayor Patrick Farrell.

Apr 28, 202523 minEp. 323

Under the Dome Crossover Day on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the state of the legislature, explore Under the Dome Crossover Day, learn about an Army National Guard campaign and discuss an interview with Governor Morrisey.

Apr 07, 202523 minEp. 320

A labor leader's retirement on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the life and retirement of the United Mine Workers of America president, the Army's latest campaign and the latest state capitol highlights.

Mar 24, 202524 minEp. 318

AARP's impact on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the impact of AARP, flooding in West Virginia, Career Technical Education and the bills passing through the state capitol.

Mar 03, 202523 minEp. 315

Storm damages on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we explore a broadcaster's history, community work, the meaning of Black History Month and the extent of storm damages in the region.

Feb 25, 202523 minEp. 314

Plans for the future on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss President Trump's expansion plans, the plans of the State Treasurer's office, the role of the West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy and Gov. Morrisey's plans for the state.

Jan 27, 202522 minEp. 310

Looking back on 2024 on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the U.S. Senate, 2024, the agriculture commissioner's third term and the ways and means committee. In Segment One, we talk to Sen. Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV) about her new role in the U.S. Senate. In Segment Two, we talk to Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin about how the city did in 2024. In Segment Three, we talk to Agriculture Commissioner Kent Leonhardt (R-WV), who is beginning his third term. We end today's episode wit...

Jan 24, 202520 minEp. 309

New West Virginia leaders on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we meet new West Virginia leaders from the WV Attorney General, Secretary of State and WV U.S. House District 2, as well as discuss the cold weather.

Jan 13, 202523 minEp. 308

A new host on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk with some old friends of show host Mark Curtis as he makes his departure from IWVP and meet the new show host.

Jan 06, 202522 minEp. 307

The holidays on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk to local religious leaders about their respective holidays and talk to an author about how their book shows the bible in a new light.

Dec 30, 202423 minEp. 306

Reporter roundtable on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we hold a roundtable with WOWK Anchor Amanda Barren, WMOV Radio Reporter Joe Stevens and Steven Allen Adams of the News and Sentinel to discuss the biggest stories of 2024 and what they expect for next year.

Dec 23, 202423 minEp. 305

Retirement on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about Will Thompson's time in office, preparing for retirement, ski season and AARP's accomplishments.

Dec 16, 202423 minEp. 304

School consolidations on Inside West Virginia Politics

On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about Congressman Mooney's tenure, debate school closures, explore responsible finances and discuss gifting holiday cheer to refugees.

Dec 09, 202423 minEp. 303
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