Podcast appearances and mentions of Michael Pope

The latest Census numbers have some positive key indicators. But as Michael Pope reports, some are concerned about where those indicators may be heading next year.

Local government employees in Virginia’s largest jurisdiction are about to launch a new union. Michael Pope has details.

Democrats are setting their sights on two Republican-held Virginia congressional districts they want to flip from red to blue in 2026. Michael Pope reports on one of those, the First Congressional District. 

Voters in Northern Virginia are about to decide on a replacement for the late Congressman Gerry Connolly. Michael Pope has this preview.

With the fall campaigns kicking into high gear, with national issues playing big roles on the race for governor. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

Voters have more choices than ever in terms of when and how they cast their ballots. One of the recent changes is that voters can now register and cast a ballot on the same day. Michael Pope explains.

As students return to public schools across Virginia, some teachers are struggling to make ends meet. Michael Pope has the numbers. Also, a note of disclosure – the Virginia Education Association is the primary funding source for Virginia Public Radio.

Demand for power has never been higher in Virginia, and the growth of data centers is expected to expand that demand exponentially. Michael Pope tells us that’s part of the push behind nuclear energy.

The Labor Day weekend is traditionally when political campaigns kick into high gear, which means that the political ad season is just beginning. Michael Pope has a preview of how the race for governor will be frequent fixture your TV screens.

Win the Day: Productivity with Purpose & Courage w/ Michael PopeWhat if the path to success isn't about being perfect — but about being a doer?In this episode of Spiritual Changemakers, I sit down with professional speaker and author Michael Pope (Doers Win the Day) to explore how to break free from perfectionism, self-doubt, and procrastination — and instead create momentum by taking consistent, courageous action.Together we talk about:The D.O.E.R. method for overcoming hesitation.Why multitasking kills productivity (and what to do instead).How to reframe resistance as a sign of growth.Tools to silence the inner critic and use affirmations daily.The role of coaches and mentors in accelerating success.This conversation is equal parts inspiring and practical — a reminder that your next breakthrough won't come from waiting, but from doing.

Registration of new voters is lagging behind the last election cycle when the governor was on the ballot. Michael Pope asked some political analysts why.

A new report from Roanoke College has some stark views of the economic outlook. Michael Pope has details.

Third-parties have a long history in Virginia, although most of them have not been successful very long. Michael Pope tells us about the latest attempt.

Republicans are hoping school choice will be an issue that helps them with voters on the campaign trail this year. Michael Pope is looking at one district in Lynchburg where the future of public schools will be on the ballot.

Debates between candidates have long been a feature of America's political campaigns.  But getting candidates to agree to them has become increasingly difficult. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope discuss the impact of that trend on Virginia's race for governor.

Democrats are targeting 14 seats in the House of Delegates, hoping to flip from red to blue. Michael Pope tells us that a handful of those districts have colleges and universities.

Congress is considering an effort to force more transparency for immigration officials. Michael Pope reports.

Will 2025 be a wave election for Democrats? Michael Pope reports on what that might mean.

A new report says Virginia’s economic outlook is unfavorable. Michael Pope has details.

Endorsements are an important part of the race for governor, and Michael Pope tells us about one significant endorsement that’s not happening.

Virginia's bottom line and the speeding-up race to November's election are making headlines. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

The Frontier Culture Museum in Staunton celebrated contributions to American independence from the people of Virginia's Frontier ahead of the nation's 250th anniversary... Candidates for Virginia's lieutenant governor are making their pitches to local leaders... Democrats disagree with Governor Glenn Youngkin's positive outlook on the state's economy ... Meanwhile, the Virginia Department of Corrections struggles to fill open jobs... And Radio IQ Politics Analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government

The candidates for lieutenant governor are making their pitch to local leaders across Virginia. Michael Pope reports.

Public school enrollment is expected to decline in the next decade. Michael Pope has the story. Here’s the link to the latest data from the Weldon Cooper Center for Public Service. Also, as a note of disclosure, the Virginia Education Association is the primary funding source for Virginia Public Radio.

Democrats are saying Republican candidate for governor Winsome Earle-Sears is in violation of disclosure laws. Michael Pope has details.

All 100 seats of the Virginia House of Delegates are on the ballot this year, and candidates are talking about everything from environmental policy to immigration. One issue that has become important in districts with colleges and universities is higher ed. Michael Pope reports.

Redistricting is back in the news, just a few years after Virginia completed the process. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

The cost of health care through the health insurance marketplace is likely to increase... Virginia Republicans are embracing early voting... Virginia Commonwealth University removes references to race in scholarships... Researchers at Old Dominion University discover 5,000 year old sand dunes... Students learn how to care for animals at the Wildlife Center of Virginia... And politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government...

The cost of health care is likely to increase next year for people who get their health insurance through the marketplace created by Obamacare. Michael Pope reports.

Virginia's governor's race is widely seen as a referendum on the party in power and a bellwether for the national political mood. And it's not just the race for governor - every seat in Virginia is on the ballot in November. Michael Pope, reporter for Virginia Public Radio and host of the Virginia Press Room podcast, joins us to break down what's at stake. Want some more DC news? Then make sure to⁠ sign up⁠ for our morning newsletter Hey DC. You can⁠ also become a member⁠, with ad-free listening, for as little as $10 a month. Learn more about the sponsors of this August 6th episode: ⁠Overlook Maps⁠ ⁠Nace Law Group⁠ ⁠District Bridges⁠ ⁠Metropolitan Washington Restaurant Week⁠ nterested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info⁠ HERE⁠. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Virginia will elect its first female governor this year, but many other women are also on the ballot this fall. Michael Pope reports.

The rise of data centers is becoming one of the hottest issues on the campaign trail this year in the election for the House of Delegates. Michael Pope reports.

Will President Trump make an endorsement in Virginia’s race for governor? Michael Pope reports.

A judge made his decision, but that doesn't mean the state's college leadership controversy is going away anytime soon. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

Affordable housing is on the ballot in Virginia this year, as candidates in battleground districts are taking a variety of approaches. Michael Pope reports.

Senate Democrats scored a victory over Republican Governor Glenn Youngkin’s controversial appointments to boards that oversee some of Virginia’s flagship universities. Michael Pope reports.

Campaign finance disclosures show this year’s race for governor is not attracting the kind of money that other recent elections have. Michael Pope has the numbers.

Senate Democrats are taking their fight against controversial higher-ed appointments to court. Michael Pope was in a Fairfax County courtroom and has more on the arguments.

Change has been a theme in political news over the past few days. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

A Rockingham County school board member has been fined thousands of dollars... Virginia Democratic lawmakers defend state colleges... Winsome Earle-Sears has a new campaign manager.... the Labubu fad has made its way to Virginia... and Radio IQ politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope look back at this week in politics and state government

Labor issues are on the ballot this year as voters select candidates for the statewide offices. Michael Pope reports.

All 100 seats in the Virginia House of Delegates are on the ballot this year. That includes some Republican candidates facing off against familiar Democratic opponents. Michael Pope explains.

The latest campaign finance numbers are showing how the candidates for governor are spending their campaign cash. Michael Pope has the numbers.

Another Virginia university is in the crosshairs of the Trump administration. Michael Pope and Radio IQ Politics Analyst Jeff Schapiro discuss that and the week that was in state politics and government.

The latest campaign finance numbers show one statewide candidate has raised more money than anybody else. Michael Pope tells us it’s not a candidate for governor.

All 100 seats of the Virginia House of Delegates will be on the ballot this year, although only a dozen or so are competitive. Michael Pope tells us three of the most competitive races are rematches between the same candidates that ran in the last election cycle.

Women are outperforming men in state legislatures across the country. Michael Pope has the latest.

Members of the General Assembly may be returning to the Capitol for a special session. Michael Pope explains why.

Trump administration policies are playing out on the other side of the Potomac and across Virginia. Politics analyst Jeff Schapiro and Michael Pope recap the week in politics and state government.

Unemployment claims in Virginia continue to pace ahead of last year. Michael Pope has the latest.