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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 332
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 331
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, our guests join Rick Johnson to discuss the deaths of Quantez Burks and Former West Virginia Delegate Doug Skaff.
Jun 16, 2025•23 min•Ep. 330
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 329
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 328
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, 20250•Ep. 327
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 326
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 325
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss missing soldiers, helping nonprofits, Senate Bill 586 and bipartisanship.
May 05, 2025•23 min•Ep. 324
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 323
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we hear the thoughts of various West Virginia leaders regarding the latest legislative session and discuss the flooding in Mingo County.
Apr 21, 2025•23 min•Ep. 322
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the legislative session, federal cuts, West Virginia transportation and a local's musical journey.
Apr 14, 2025•23 min•Ep. 321
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 320
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the life and future plans of Joe Manchin, Social Security payments and passing bills.
Apr 01, 2025•22 min•Ep. 319
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, 2025•24 min•Ep. 318
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the WV legislative session, the Riley Gaines Act, staying safe on the internet and elder care.
Mar 17, 2025•22 min•Ep. 317
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the Myrtle Beach wildfires, budget cuts, a pitch competition and bills.
Mar 10, 2025•23 min•Ep. 316
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 315
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 314
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss gun sale tracking, the State of the State Address, Black History Month and balancing the state's budget.
Feb 18, 2025•22 min•Ep. 313
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss adjusting to the positions of political reporter and senator, debate energy rates and explore a new market.
Feb 10, 2025•23 min•Ep. 312
On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss President Trump's funding freeze, the state of the coal industry and Black History Month.
Feb 03, 2025•23 min•Ep. 311
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, 2025•22 min•Ep. 310
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, 2025•20 min•Ep. 309
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, 2025•23 min•Ep. 308
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, 2025•22 min•Ep. 307
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, 2024•23 min•Ep. 306
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, 2024•23 min•Ep. 305
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, 2024•23 min•Ep. 304
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, 2024•23 min•Ep. 303