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Join Hoppy as he discusses news and issues from around the state of West Virginia

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    Talkline | Aug. 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 96:54 Transcription Available


    Brad McElhinny has the latest on the Greenbrier ownership legal wranglings. Delegates Kayla Young and Geno Chiarelli stop by. Dave & TJ talk Flock Cams and having serious conversations on the issue. Plus, your comments and thoughts. 

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    Talkline | Aug. 12, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    Talkline | Aug. 11, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    Del. Adam Burkhammer was disappointed with a DoHS report on child deaths within the foster care system. Several states are holding primary elections today. Fox's Jeff Monosso has details. Ag Commissioner Kent Leonhardt previews the State Fair. Meteorologist Bryan Hughes has an update on more severe weather headed our way. Second hour... Del. Vernon Criss explains why he's mounting a write-in campaign in the 12th District. Alasadair Whitney, with the Institute for Justice, breaks down proposed guard rails for Flock cameras. 

    Talkline | Aug. 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    Busy show. Starting with Marshall University Chief Legal Officer Toney Stroud talking about the IDEA District. Fox's Jonathan Savage has the latest on the Iran War. Scott MacFarlane has an update from DC. Then the guys talk Flock Cameras with Kanawha County Delegate Tristian Leavitt. Brad McElhinny wonders what happened to hot & ready meals for SNAP recipients. Tad DeHaven, of the Cato Institute, questions the Trump Administration purchasing stock in companies. 

    Talkline | Aug. 7, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    Reporter Roundtable with Amelia Knisley and Steven Allen Adams. Kelly Allen, WV Center on Budget and Policy, weighs in TANF funding. WAJR's Mike Nolting explains a couple of strange stories out of Marion County. Plus, STEAM RELEASE!!

    Talkline | Aug. 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    More on TANF discussions and how much of the clothing voucher program is being used at the ATM. Del. John Williams and Senator Eric Tarr weigh in. Brad McElhinny has the latest on the Greenbrier ownership saga. Plus, your calls and texts. 

    Talkline | Aug. 5, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 94:31 Transcription Available


    WVU AD Wren Baker talks about the business of college athletics. David Cook, WV Deputy Secretary of State explains what happens now that Elliot Pritt has withdrawn from the race. WV Senator Mike Oliverio discusses the ongoing controversy over TANF spending. Plus, open phones and texts. 

    Talkline | Aug. 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    Antero Resources is partnering with WVU as the jersey patch sponsor. House Finance Committee Chairman Vernon Criss says the governor's math on TANF does not add up. Brian Abraham details AEP's acquisition of the Longview Power Plant. Plus your texts and comments. 

    Talkline | Aug. 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    WV GOP Chair Josh Holstein discusses the decision to disavow former Fayette County Del. Elliot Pritt and a change to the bylaws. Amelia Knisely, from WV Watch, with insight into the school clothing voucher program. Brad Howe on a court ruling that could shake college rosters. Eric Nelson, WV Revenue Secretary recaps July collections. 

    Talkline | July 31, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 96:53 Transcription Available


    Larry Pack, WV Treasurer, questions why the child clothing assistance program has already exhausted its funds. State Senator Ben Queen has an update on the flood recovery efforts in Weston. Joe Brocato is at the 93rd WV Open. Chris Stirewalt stops by. And STEAM RELEASE!!!

    Talkline | July 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    Del. Kayla Young wonders why the school clothing voucher program is out of money. Del Chris Phillips discusses getting a grocery store reopened after floods in Lewis County. Details on a new gas-fired power plant in Grant County. Hoppy stops by. Are the machines taking over? Author Guy Morris weighs in. 

    Talkline | July 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    Deputy Secretary of State David Cook tries to clarify the candidacy of former Del. Elliott Pritt. Uriah Cummings, with the WVDE, discusses the size and cost of education administrations. First Energy President for WV & MD, Chris Beam, breaks down the proposed natural gas-fired power plant in Mon County. Jared Halper with an update from the White House and Amelia Courts from the Education Alliance. 

    Talkline | July 28, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    Full show with an update on former Del. Elliot Pritt's criminal charges. Omnis has filed Chapter 11 bankruptcy. More severe weather possible. Retired Police Chief Ed Preston discusses Flock cameras and AI technology. US Attorney Moore Capito discusses the charges against Pritt. 

    Talkline | July 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    Updates on the recovery efforts from last week's floods and tornadoes. Jeff Jenkins was on the ground in Upshur and Lewis Counties. Pleasants County Commissioner Mike Smith has an update on the tornado cleanup there. Randy Sanders with the latest from Buckhannon. Plus, Chris Hamilton, WV Coal Association President, discusses a proposed natural gas-fired power plant. 

    Talkline | July 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    Continuing to cover the disaster relief in West Virginia. Metorologist Bryan Hughes and Metronews' Jeff Jenkins have updates. Plus details on how you can help through donations. Brad McElhinny explains a GOP ballot quagmire. Chris Stirewalt talks about the latest data on 2028 Presidential candidates. And... STEAM RELEASE!!!

    Talkline | July 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 94:48 Transcription Available


    Continuing coverage of the aftermath of Tuesday's storms and flooding. 

    Talkline | July 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 94:42 Transcription Available


    Coverage of the storms that spawned tornadoes and caused extensive flooding in central WV. 

    Talkline | July 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 94:49 Transcription Available


    Bryan Hughes has details on a stormy forecast. Fox News Jared Halpern checks in from the White House. Brad Mc with the latest on the Greenbrier's legal issues. Doddridge County Schools Superintendent Adam Cheeseman announces a new partnership. Columnist Michael McKenna weighs in on term limits. 

    Talkline | July 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    Brad McElhinny has the latest on the legal troubles with the Greenbrier Hotel. State Senator Eric Tarr discusses the Chinese and Russian influence on the data center debate. Dr. James Paul, a member of the state school board, asks how the board can make changes without the state legislature. Mon County Deputy Mark Ralston explains the use of Flock cameras in the county. 

    Talkline | July 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 94:48 Transcription Available


    Kelli Talbott, General Counsel for the WVDE talks accountability. WV Secretary of State Kris Warner weighs in on election security. Rebecca McPhail, GO-WV President and Chris Stirewalt are guests. 

    Talkline | July 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    Talking about Flock Cameras with Huntington City Councilor Tia Rumbaugh. Fox News Tonya Powers previews the president's upcoming address. Hoppy stops by. Putnam County Commissioner President Andy Skidmore shares what he learned touring a Google data center. Plus your calls and texts. 

    Talkline | July 15, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    WVU President Michael Benson & Dr. Erinne Olesh discuss the historic $321 million grant.  Jenny McArdle with Helsing talks about the investment in Berkeley County. Jeff Jenkings with news and notes. Mike Nolting on the latest on the contested 71st District House of Delegates race. 

    Talkline | July 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 94:48 Transcription Available


    Talking about the DOJ lawsuit demanding voter information that was dismissed. Sen. Capito talks about the career of Sen. Lindsey Graham and the latest issues facing the Senate. The guys talk about the toxic social media environment. An update on the Teamsters beverage strike in Kanawha County.

    Talkline | July 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 94:43 Transcription Available


    Amelia Knisley, on loan from WV Watch, talks about the state's clothing voucher program opening up to needy families as the lack of interest in the Washington Center at WVU. Scott MacFarlane checks in from Washington, DC. Roane County Schools Superintendent Michelle Stellato explains why the county could be penalized for reducing operationals costs. Brad McElhinny explains a new economic develoment announcement in Berkeley County. 

    Talkline | July 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 97:20 Transcription Available


    Guests include: Frank Devono, Jr, President of Harrison County Schools. Chris Stirewalt and STEAM RELEASE!!

    Talkline | July 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    Uriah Cummings, with the WVDE, explains why another school system is now under state control. Congressman Riley Moore discusses strong borders and strong labor unions. FSU President Mike Davis is going on the road. Jessica Dorbinsky, with the Cardinal Institute, examines the impacts of CON laws on hospice, nursing homes and home care. Plus, Dave & TJ talk about the struggles of county school systems. 

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    Talkline | July 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 94:45 Transcription Available


    Wood County Commission President David Blair Couch has an update on the warehouse fire that was burning since Sunday. Jonathan Savage is at the NATO Summit in Turkey. WAJR's Mike Nolting has details on the Barrackville Police Department being fired and "hostile infrastructure" in Morgantown. How old is too old to serve in elected office? FSU Political Science Professor Robert Bolton weighs in. WV Rivers Coalition Than Witt discusses potential water quality issues. Plus, your calls and texts. 

    Talkline | July 7, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    US Attorney Matt Harvey walks through the indictment against former WVU Basketball player Kerr Kriisa. Brad McElhinny drops by. Will Hosaflook, Jackson County Superintendent & President of the WV Association of School Administrators, talks about the new "I Love WV Public Schools" campaign. JB Akers discusses the challenges of legislation involving religious denominations. 

    Talkline | July 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 94:48 Transcription Available


    Updates on the massive warehouse fire in Parkersburg with Jeff Jenkins, Chris Lawrence and Wood County Commission President David Blair Couch. Del. Adam Burkhammer discusses the need to address the state's foster care system. Producer Ethan previews the upcoming World Cup Match between USA vs. Belgium. 

    Talkline | July 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 93:12 Transcription Available


    Happy Independence Day! Brad McElhinny recaps news & notes. Amelia Knisley, from WV Watch, has details on fireworks taxes and veterans. Also, she discusses public education funding. Gov. Morrisey talks about the 250th celebration. Chris Stirewalt stops by. And STEAM RELEASE!!

    Talkline | July 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 94:48 Transcription Available


    Kelsey Dallas, managing editor for SCOTUS Blog, breaks down the recently concluded court term. WVU History Professor Hal Gorby talks about appalachia's impact on America's history. Ethan with a World Cup update. Dave Croft, Ohio County School Board President, talks education funding. It's UFO Day! Charleston Mayor Amy Shuler Goodwin is ready to Regatta. Plus, your calls and texts. 

    Talkline | July 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 94:48 Transcription Available


    Linnea Saltz, a former D1 track athlete and Ambassador for Independent Women's Forum, discusses the SCOTUS decision upholding WV's ban on boys in girls' sports. Wheeling Mayor Denny Magruder talks about development. Revenue Secretary Eric Nelson recaps FY26. And a big announcement for the WVRC Media family of radio stations. 

    Talkline | June 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    The US Supreme Court upholds WV's ban on transgender athletes playing girls' sports. Reactions from Gov. Patrick Morrisey, AG JB McCuskey and a legal breakdown from Fairmont State's Robert Bolton. Plus your reactions. 

    Talkline | June 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 94:48 Transcription Available


    Brad McElhinny has the latest on the Greenbrier Resort and its casino license. Washington Correspondent Scott McFarlane drops by. Dave Allen talks dualing festivals and fireworks. Jared Halpern, Fox News, has the latest from the White House. Tony Caridi talks about being the recipient of the Woody Durham Voice of College Sports Award. Plus, Dave talks more about public education funding. 

    Talkline | June 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 94:48 Transcription Available


    Senator Amy Grady, Senate Education Committee Chair, talks about the need to address public education funding. Brad McElhinny and Fox News Jared Halpern stop by. Dave & TJ talk about which presidential gondola they want on the Ferris wheel at the state capitol. 

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    Talkline | June 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    The Capitol Reporters, Brad McElhinny, Steven Allen Adams & Amelia Knisley, all join the conversation about public education funding. Jared Halpern has an update from DC. Hoppy stops by. Dave & TJ take your texts. 

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    Talkline | June 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 94:46 Transcription Available


    Chris Lawrence has an update on this week's flooding and a heroic story from Boone County. Dave & TJ talk data centers and public education funding. Kelley Allen, from the WV Center on Budget and Policy, stops by. Moore Capito has details on a new fraud scheme. 

    Talkline | June 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    Remembering the deadly 2016 floods and updating information on current flash flood situations. Josh Sword, WV AFL-CIO President, offers his perspective on the Fast Labor Contract Act. Del. Matthew Rohrbach says the end of greyhound racing is inevitable. 

    Talkline | June 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 94:47 Transcription Available


    In the first hour, Brad McElhinny drops by and Ogden Newspaper's Steven Allen Adams talks WV politics. Fox News' Jared Halpern describes the new Air Force One. Second hour, Jason Pizatella, CEO of the Contractors Association, weighs in on a bill that passed US House that could impact labor negotiations. US Attorney Matt Harvey details embezzlement allegations in Berkeley County. 

    Talkline | June 19, 2026

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    Talkline | June 18, 2026

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    Talkline | June 17, 2026

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