Podcasts about Naval Station Norfolk

Naval Station Norfolk is set to be the east coast home for the Navy's new drone squadrons. WHRO Military Reporter Steve Walsh has the details.

For review:1. US Continues Strikes Against Houthis.  Suspected U.S. airstrikes pounded Yemen overnight into Saturday, as the American military acknowledged earlier bombing a major military site in the heart of Sanaa controlled by the Houthi rebels. 2. Israel receives Hamas Hostage proposal from mediators and returns counterproposal. The Israeli statement came after media reports on Saturday said Hamas had agreed to an Egyptian proposal to release five living hostages in exchange for a 50-day ceasefire in Gaza 3. IDF Strikes S. Lebanon & Beirut in Response to Rocket Attack.  After the rocket attack, Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Friday morning that “the fate of Kiryat Shmona is the same as the fate of Beirut,” in a threat to the Lebanese capital. He said that without peace in Israel's northern border communities, “there will be no peace in Beirut either.” 4. Ukraine President Warns - Russia Preparing for Offensive. "I can confirm that Putin is trying to get time and is preparing for a spring offensive. We see preparations for this upcoming operation," President Zelensky said on March 27. 5. USMC to Deploy Unmanned Missile System (NMESIS) to Philippine Exercise Balikatan in April.  US SECDEF Pete Hegseth pledged anti-ship missile deployments, increased military training and defense industrial base cooperation to the Philippines under steps to “re-establish” deterrence in the Indo-Pacific Region.6. USS Nimitz (CVN-68) departed San Diego, California for what is expected to be its last deployment. Following the carrier's deployment, the USS Nimitz is set to shift homeports- from Bremerton, Washington to Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, in 2026- ahead of its planned decommissioning.7. USAF Secretary Nominee drills down on Nuclear Modernization during US SASC hearing. 

Naval Station Norfolk sees the first of the new, faster boats.

-Lindsey Deppen is a Certified Mental Performance Consultant (CMPC) serving at the O2X Integrated Specialist Program with the U.S. Navy Helicopter Sea Combat Weapons School Atlantic-Originally from Long Island, New York, she received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Mount Saint Mary College before obtaining her Master's degree in Sport and Exercise Psychology from Springfield College-Prior to O2X, she served as the Lead Performance Expert at Fort Eustis in the U.S. Army's Ready and Resilient (R2) Program - which is geared towards enhancing resilience and optimizing performance of U.S. Army Soldiers. During this time she worked with populations to include: 511th Engineer Dive Detachment, United States Sergeants Major Academy, United States Army War College, and United States Military Academy at West Point-She was responsible for teaching evidence-based resilience skills to Soldiers with an emphasis on application to their personal and professional lives. Since then, she's joined the O2X team where works with U.S. Navy sailors at Naval Station Norfolk as an O2X On Site Mental Performance SpecialistOnly You Can Prevent Helmet Fires:https://www.o2x.com/only-you-can-prevent-helmet-fires/FirstNet Built with AT&T:http://www.firstnet.com/healthandwellnessBuilding Homes for Heroes:https://www.buildinghomesforheroes.org/Download the O2X Tactical Performance App:app.o2x.comLet us know what you think:Website - http://o2x.comIG- https://instagram.com/o2xhumanperformance?igshid=1kicimx55xt4f 

Pier 6 sits where the Elizabeth River and Chesapeake Bay meet at the largest navy complex in the world – Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. It's Monday, windy and cold. Sailors, civilian contractors and dock workers, or stevedors as they're called on Pier 6 hurry to unload three enormous food trucks filled with hundreds and hundreds of pounds of Thanksgiving provisions for the USS Forrest Sherman, a destroyer that's docked at Norfolk during the holiday. Soon an assembly line for the food forms; fruits, veggies, potatoes, pies, whole turkeys make their way from the truck, to the deck and down into the belly of the ship where they will sit, chilled, until they head to the galley for preparation. On this episode, we'll take a look at that tradition, the preparation for it and what it means to the sailors on the ship for Thanksgiving. Since antiquity, one way to learn about a military and its personnel is through their stomachs, what they're being fed and by how much – and this year – with all of the uncertainty the world has to offer, troops are getting a lot to eat this Thanksgiving. Appearing on this episode: Michael Hong, CS3 Jacob Weed, Robbin Durie, Drew F. Lawrence, Robin Whaley, IT1 Jacob Hruska, Lt. Melissa Jock, Commander Jorge Roldan, CS3 Lopez Miller  

WARBIRD RADIO - CAPT Robert "Bob" Batterson not only survived the December 7th surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, he continued to serve his country as a fighter pilot in the United States Navy. This is his incredible story and one we were blessed to record. Take a listen!Here's the backstory:Captain Robert E. "Bob" Batterson was a man of honor, courage, and unwavering dedication. Born in the rolling hills of West Virginia, his journey through life would take him from the coal mines of his hometown to the vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean, and later, into the service of the Church.In the late summer of 1939, as war clouds gathered over Europe, a young and determined Bob enlisted in the United States Navy. His commitment to serving his country was unwavering, and he would go on to prove his mettle time and time again.Bob's thirst for knowledge and his drive to excel were evident from the very beginning. He earned his Bachelor of Science degree from Ohio State University and further honed his skills with a Master's Degree from the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School. These achievements were just the start of a remarkable career that spanned decades.His first assignment took him to Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia, where he underwent recruit training. But fate had grander plans for him. Soon, he found himself stationed aboard the USS Philadelphia, CL-41, as part of the Pacific Fleet. It was here, in the vast blue waters of the Pacific, that Bob would come to understand the profound significance of his service.Eight months before the infamous December 7th attack on Pearl Harbor, Bob was transferred to Naval Station Pearl Harbor. He would witness the horrors of that day and the United States' entry into World War II. But rather than deter him, the attack steeled his resolve to do all he could to protect his country.When the opportunity arose for enlisted personnel to apply for flight training, Bob seized it. His determination soared as high as the aircraft he would come to master. In September 1944, he earned his wings as a Naval Aviator, becoming a guardian of the skies.After completing fighter training in the formidable F6F Hellcat at Daytona Beach, Bob was assigned to Fighter Squadron ONE aboard the USS Bennington, CV-20. He served with distinction until the end of the war, earning respect and accolades from his fellow servicemen.Bob's commitment to service didn't end with the war's conclusion. He transitioned to the Supply Corps and continued to serve his country in various capacities until his well-deserved retirement in 1974. His military career was marked by unwavering dedication, integrity, and a deep love for his nation.In retirement, Bob found another calling, one of spiritual significance. He dedicated a decade of his life to serving the Diocese of Corpus Christi as the Fiscal Officer under Bishops Drury and Gracida. His tireless work earned him the Papal Medal Pro-Ecclesia Et Pontifice in 1984, a testament to his devoted service to the Church.But Bob's heart was not just in the church; it was also on the sea. For over three decades, he volunteered on the USS Lexington Museum, where he was one of the original volunteers. His passion for naval history and his love for the museum's mission were evident in his commitment to preserving the legacy of those who served.On Friday, August 11th, 2023, Captain Robert E. "Bob" Batterson passed away, leaving behind a legacy of service, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion. His memory lives on in the hearts of those he served, both in the Navy and in the Church. Bob's journey from the coal mines of West Virginia to the skies of World War II and the halls of the Church is a testament to the extraordinary impact one person can have when they dedicate their life to the service of others. He will forever be remembered as a true American hero and a man of deep faith.#fighterpilot #navalaviation #pearlharborattack #hellcat #f7f #worldwartwo#warbirdradio #mattjolley

In October of 1943, the US Navy supposedly conducted an experiment like none other. The goal, create cloaking abilities using specific magnetic fields. The outcome; dismemberment, disappearances, and death. For 80 years, the Navy has hidden the true story of that intense evolution and today we dive deep into the history of the Philadelphia Navy Yard, Naval Station Norfolk, the disappearance, and reappearance of an entire US Naval Ship, and what actually happened to those involved. Are the reports that members of that ship's crew met and spoke with beings from another dimension real? What about those that reappeared with the ship at the piers of Naval Station Norfolk reportedly emerged fused with the bulkheads, deck, and instruments of said ship? What about the ones who died as a result? What about those that were separated from the service with a permanent full disability from “mental disorders” for life? And what about the multitude of reports describing a cover-up on a level never before seen? Welcome to the Destroyer Escort Class ship, DE-173 also known as the U.S.S. Eldridge. Today we dive into the Infamous Philadelphia Experiment! And welcome back, to Infinite Rabbit Hole! InfiniteRabbitHole.com

27-year old Melissa Harrington was an enlisted sailor at Naval Station Norfolk, when a military officer by the name of Andrew Chabrol began to harass her. Melissa declined the Lieutenant's sexual advances and when the sexual harassment became too much to handle, she reported Lt Chabrol to superiors.   After the report, Lt Chabrol began to plot his revenge.  Join Margot as she tells you the story of Melissa Harrington, and how her murderer got to lay among heroes at Arlington National Cemetery for 3 decades….but will soon be disinterred.  —— Ways to support your favorite podcast: Join My Patreon Family! Subscribe to Military Murder Premium on Apple Podcast! Rate/Review the Show! Tell a Friend about Military Murder —— Thanks to Today's Sponsors: Ritual! Visit ritual.com/military10 for 10% off during your first 3 months.  Talkspace! Visit talkspace.com/militarymurder to get $100 off your first month! ----- Military Murder is a military true crime podcast that focuses on murders committed by military members, veterans, and sometimes their family members.  ---- Follow on social: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mamamargot  TikTok: https://tiktok.com/@militarymargot  Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/militarymurderpodcast  Discussion Group: https://facebook.com/groups/militarytruecrime  Email: militarymurderpodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich McDanie is a career Navy veteran with over 28 years of experience, Rich has moved around the country 20 times with his wife and 5 children. He has been an owner/landlord since 1998 and has immeasurable experience leading people and solving tough problems as Commanding Officer of a guided missile destroyer, USS STERETT (DDG 104) and Naval Station Norfolk, the world's largest Naval Base, where his command hosted 65,000 people, 59 ships, and 187 aircraft.  Rich is a native of Jackson, Tennessee and attended the University of Memphis, earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in History.  A 2006 distinguished graduate of the Naval War College in Newport, R.I., he earned a Master of Arts degree in National Security Affairs and Strategic Studies. His other accolades include being a graduate of the Joint Forces Staff College (2013) and Federal Executive Fellow at the Brookings Institution where he earned a Certificate in Public Leadership from Washington University in St. Louis and the Brookings Executive Education program (2013). Rich belongs to the National Association of Realtors and the Northern Virginia Association of Realtors. Show Notes: www.thedadedge.com/404

Alexis is a Navy wife currently living at Naval Station Norfolk. She currently works for her local congresswomen, volunteers for Moms Demand Action & is the president of the FRG for her husbands ship. If you have an idea for a top 5 episode send me an email at Militarywivestopfives@gmail.com or a DM on my Instagram @militarywivestopfives. Make sure to follow me on Instagram for more resources, tips and military wife life fun! 

In week two of Locked and Loaded Diaries, we talked with our own Teri Caserta and her husband, Patrick, about their son Navy Petty Officer 3rd Class Brandon Caserta, age 21, who took his own life on June 25, 2018. Brandon was constantly being harassed and bullied by a toxic command whose only mission was the mission and not the Sailors. AEAN Caserta had a brief career with the Navy, and it didn't turn out the way he had hoped. He had failed Special Warfare Training and was transferred into a new career field. And then, unexpectedly, Brandon broke his collarbone in a bicycle accident, negatively impacting his Navy career. "Brandon's supervisor called subordinates his “bitches,” referred to the chiefs as “douchebags” and “dumbasses” behind their backs, and “treated workers worse than garbage” and “like dogs.” –Military.com (June 8, 2019) This one is long, folks. Buckle up! SHOW LESS

https://youtu.be/RSA4-DOaXIk Despite Washington's decision not to deploy Marines to Haiti after the July assassination of Haitian president Jovenelle Moise, the devastation of last Saturday's 7.2 earthquake has provided US leaders the cloak of humanitarian aid for doing just that. These Marines will be operating at the behest of USAID, a CIA cutout that disastrously coordinated humanitarian relief efforts after the 2010 earthquake. Haitian recovery emphatically needs a Haitian solution. List of Local Haitian Relief Efforts Episode 180 of the Liberty Weekly Podcast is Brought to you by: Join Liberty Weekly and tons of your favorite creators on Rokfin for one low subscription fee! Liberty Weekly Subscribestar Rakuten Cash Back Referral Link Liberty Weekly Substack The Liberty Weekly Patreon Page: help support the show and gain access to tons of bonus content! Become a patron today! Become a Patron! Liberty Weekly on Flote. Patreon Bonuses for Crypto! Show Notes: Kim Ives: Washington Chooses Ariel Henry for PM as More Details about Moise Murder Emerge TIME: The Death Toll From Haiti's Earthquake Rises Above 2,200 People CBC: Frustrations, violence flare in Haiti as earthquake survivors plead for aid Patrick MacFarlane: Uncle Sam Must Cease Intervention in Haiti RT: Biden to send Marines to guard US Embassy in Haiti, but says broader deployment ‘not on the agenda at this moment' WTKR: USS Arlington departs Naval Station Norfolk for Haiti disaster relief after powerful earthquake Haiti Liberte: Les marines débarqueront-ils à nouveau? Will the Marines Disembark again? US State Department: U.S. Invasion and Occupation of Haiti, 1915–34 NACLA: Haiti's Earthquakes Require a Haitian Solution New York Times: Secret Programs Hurt Foreign Aid Efforts The Grayzone: Cuba's cultural counter-revolution: US gov't-backed rappers, artists gain fame as 'catalyst for current unrest' Pando: The murderous history of USAID, the US Government agency behind Cuba's fake Twitter clone Noam Chomsky: Failed State: The Abuse of Power and the Assault on Democracy CNN: Aristide says U.S. deposed him in 'coup d'etat' Rolling Stone: Beyond Relief: How the World Failed Haiti ProPublica: How the Red Cross Raised Half a Billion Dollars for Haiti and Built Six Homes Donor See List of Local Haitian Relief Efforts

Despite Washington's decision not to deploy Marines to Haiti after the July assassination of Haitian president Jovenelle Moise, the devastation of last Saturday's 7.2 earthquake has provided US leaders the cloak of humanitarian aid for doing just that. These Marines will be operating at the behest of USAID, a CIA cutout that disastrously coordinated humanitarian relief efforts after the 2010 earthquake. Haitian recovery emphatically needs a Haitian solution. List of Local Haitian Relief Efforts Episode 180 of the Liberty Weekly Podcast is Brought to you by: Liberty Weekly Subscribestar Rakuten Cash Back Referral Link Liberty Weekly Substack The Liberty Weekly Patreon Page: help support the show and gain access to tons of bonus content! Become a patron today! Become a Patron! Liberty Weekly on Flote. Patreon Bonuses for Crypto! Show Notes: Kim Ives: Washington Chooses Ariel Henry for PM as More Details about Moise Murder Emerge TIME: The Death Toll From Haiti's Earthquake Rises Above 2,200 People CBC: Frustrations, violence flare in Haiti as earthquake survivors plead for aid Patrick MacFarlane: Uncle Sam Must Cease Intervention in Haiti RT: Biden to send Marines to guard US Embassy in Haiti, but says broader deployment ‘not on the agenda at this moment' WTKR: USS Arlington departs Naval Station Norfolk for Haiti disaster relief after powerful earthquake Haiti Liberte: Les marines débarqueront-ils à nouveau? Will the Marines Disembark again? US State Department: U.S. Invasion and Occupation of Haiti, 1915–34 NACLA: Haiti's Earthquakes Require a Haitian Solution New York Times: Secret Programs Hurt Foreign Aid Efforts The Grayzone: Cuba's cultural counter-revolution: US gov't-backed rappers, artists gain fame as 'catalyst for current unrest' Pando: The murderous history of USAID, the US Government agency behind Cuba's fake Twitter clone Noam Chomsky: Failed State: The Abuse of Power and the Assault on Democracy CNN: Aristide says U.S. deposed him in 'coup d'etat' Rolling Stone: Beyond Relief: How the World Failed Haiti ProPublica: How the Red Cross Raised Half a Billion Dollars for Haiti and Built Six Homes Donor See List of Local Haitian Relief Efforts

On June 25, 2018, Caserta left notes to several friends and his parents, walked out on the flight line at Naval Station Norfolk, and hurled himself into the spinning tail rotor of an MH-60S helicopter. "I'm sorry you have to see this," he shouted to the plane captain before he died. Listen for the first time to eyewitness accounts of this tragic day. Some voices have been altered to protect their identities.   This podcast contains a description of suicide. If you or someone you know needs help, the Veterans Crisis Hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week, at 800-273-8255, press 1. Services also are available online at www.veteranscrisisline.net or by text, 838255.

Retired Fleet Master Chief Scott Benning speaks about the opportunities presented by the military for individuals to improve themselves while serving one’s country and receiving an education. It is vital to our country that the military is on the leading edge of technology and human capital development. Chief Benning speaks about the sacrifices people make in life and the meaning of a purpose driven life, including setting goals and overcoming setbacks. The more one puts into something, the more one receives from their efforts. You get in life what you give in life. Scott speaks about learning from our mistakes and passing that information on to the future generation. His book Power of Positive Leadership “challenges you to focus on your personal attitude, focus, and the importance of growing yourself so you can grow others to strengthen your team and grow a positive attitude” (pop-leadership.com). ICE leadership includes three steps: inspire, challenge, and empower. Scott Benning entered the Naval Service June 22, 1983. He served as a Logistic Specialist for 15 years at the following commands: Naval Ocean Processing Facility Dam Neck, VA, USS COMTE DE GRASSE (DD 974) Norfolk, VA, Underwater Construction Team One, Virginia Beach, VA, USS GUNSTON HALL (LSD 44) Virginia Beach, VA, Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth, VA, and USS DETROIT (AOE 4) Earle, NJ.In 1999 he was selected as a Command Master Chief and served at the following commands: Fighter Squadron ONE ZERO THREE and Carrier Air Wing SEVENTEEN at NAS Oceana, VA, USS GEORGE WASHINGTON (CVN 73) at Norfolk, VA, and Navy Region Mid-Atlantic at Norfolk, VA.In 2009 he was selected as the Manpower, Personnel, Training, and Education Fleet Master Chief and served as the Senior Enlisted advisor to the Chief of Naval Personnel in Washington, DC. During his time as the Fleet Master Chief he was best known for his development of Power Of Positive (POP) Leadership and the founder of the Coalition of Sailors Against Destructive Decisions (CSADD) as well as advising the Chief of Naval Personnel and Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy on policy development and execution. Scott completed his 30 years of service as the Fleet Master Chief in March 2013 and resides in Stafford, Virginia with his wife of 36 years, Cheryl Benning. Both sons serve in the U.S. Navy. The oldest, Anthony, serves as a navy civilian Director of Sports, Fitness, and Aquatics for Naval Station Norfolk married to his wife Darcie and two son’s Cole and Hunter. The younger son, Jason, serves as a Navy Surface Warfare Officer stationed in COMOPTEVFOR in Norfolk, Va and is married to his wife Brianna and two daughters Evelyn and Gracelyn.Scott was sworn into service as a government service employee on July 29, 2013 and served five years in the Department of the Navy Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Office, a year as the Director of Management for Director, Navy Staff and now serves as the Director of Operations for Director, Navy Staff in Washington DC.Scott is a graduate of the Navy Senior Enlisted Academy, the Navy Corporate Business Course at the University of North Carolina, graduated from Southern Illinois University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Workforce Education and Development. He has also served as a plank-owner member of the Board of Directors for the Bob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation and is a published author of his book Power Of Positive Leadership.Learn more about Scott and purchase his bookBob Feller Act of Valor Award Foundation Hosts: Tyler Buchholz, Nathaniel Cameron, and Colin KirkEditor: Leo MenchettiSpecial thank you to Jack MetcalfeSupport the show (https://customcoinholders.com/product/walk-of-heroes/)

On June 25, 2018, Caserta left notes to several friends and his parents, walked out on the flight line at Naval Station Norfolk, and hurled himself into the spinning tail rotor of an MH-60 helicopter. Interviewing his parents Patrick and Teri Caserta, witnesses, and friends, River City Charlie has put together an episode that delves deep into this complex story uncovering what drove a mentally and physically healthy young man to take such a drastic step into suicide. While it's in post-production we'd like to share this excerpt. To hear the full episode, visit www.rivercitycharlie.com and subscribe to be notified of its release. "I'm sorry you have to see this," he shouted to the plane captain before he died. Guest Host Cilla McCain has Covid19 causing the delay of this episodes release. Details will be posted as they are available.

Last weekend, Washington National Opera opened Silent Night at the Kennedy Center to memorialize the centennial of the World War I armistice. The Great War catapulted the City of Norfolk through a tremendous population boom and led to the Navy's acquisition of the site that would eventually become Naval Station Norfolk, the largest naval base in the world. With our strong military presence and arts community, Silent Night would be an instant hit in Hampton Roads, although it’s well worth the trip to D.C. in the meantime.

CBF President Will Baker and CBF Litigation Fellow Brittany Wright discuss the dangers of offshore drilling and the current administration's plan to put the Chesapeake Bay at risk. Program Notes02:00 The federal government's proposal for offshore oil and gas drilling.03:00 Why CBF is concerned.04:30 Why ocean drilling is a concern for blue crabs.05:25 The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) process for developing five-year plan for potential lease sales.09:35 Timeframe for remaining stages of the process.10:20 Florida's exemption and the role of governors and Congress.12:06 How an estuary is affected by oil pollution.13:15 How offshore drilling impacts Naval Station Norfolk's ability to do its job.14:36 The National Environmental Policy Act, how it relates to this issue, and how this issue relates to climate change and the safety of the oil and gas industry. Reference: Flowchart graphic of Oil and Gas Leasing and Development Process, Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Petroleum in the Estuary, 1974, Curt D. Rose CBF Comments on BOEM's 2019-2024 National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Draft Proposed Program Contact your Governor and Congressional Representatives Follow the issue on CBF's Offshore Drilling web page. Photo credit: CBF Staff

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With nearly 600 companies in Virginia actively working in the field of cyber security, Virginia is a national leader in efforts to develop its workforce for 21st century challenges. However, tens of thousands of job in that, and other high-tech fields, remain unfilled. Today, we’ll talk with Governor McAuliffe, and local technology leaders, about their combined effort to prepare Virginia’s growing workforce for careers in high-tech fields like cyber and biotech. We'll also talk with Vice Admiral David Architzel and former Norfolk Mayor, Paul Fraim, about the next 100 years of Naval Station Norfolk.

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In April 2017, the MacArthur Memorial and the Hampton Roads Naval Museum hosted a World War I symposium. Joe Judge, curator of the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, gave a presentation entitled: “For the Pressing Need of the Service: The Origins of Naval Station Norfolk.” This presentation focused on the establishment of Naval Station Norfolk and explored the ways in which World War I transformed the infrastructure and economy of Southeastern Virginia.

This week Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from Norfolk, Virginia and the largest naval base in the world. Joining Peter Greenberg is Norfolk historian, Peggy McPhillips, as she discusses the city’s heritage and surprise history. Glenn Sutch, President of Waterside District, talks about the new entertainment and dining destination coming to Norfolk next month and the local restaurants that are taking part in the revitalization of the waterside. Lloyd DeWitt, Chief Curator at The Chrysler Museum of Art, discusses Norfolk’s star attraction and their surprisingly robust collection. There’s all that and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from VisitNorfolk.

This week Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from Norfolk, Virginia and the largest naval base in the world. Joining Peter Greenberg is Norfolk historian, Peggy McPhillips, as she discusses the city’s heritage and surprise history. Glenn Sutch, President of Waterside District, talks about the new entertainment and dining destination coming to Norfolk next month and the local restaurants that are taking part in the revitalization of the waterside. Lloyd DeWitt, Chief Curator at The Chrysler Museum of Art, discusses Norfolk’s star attraction and their surprisingly robust collection. There’s all that and more as Travel Today With Peter Greenberg comes from VisitNorfolk.

Today we'll explore the nation's stand-your-ground-gun culture with author Caroline Light. Her new book, Stand Your Ground: A History of America’s Love Affair with Lethal Self-Defense, traces America's complex, four century long relationship with firearms as means of self defense. And later, the Hampton Roads Naval Museum and Naval Station Norfolk are celebrating 100 years of women serving in the United States Navy. The museum is co-hosting a panel discussion of Women in the Navy on March 15.

Initially a dog person and very allergic to cats, Caitlyn Macintosh made an unlikely candidate for founder of an organization dedicated to helping community cats. Her US Marine husband’s passion for cats, however, sparked her own interest in animal welfare. When her husband was stationed at the naval base in Norfolk, VA, she found a passionate civilian community of cat advocates, as well as a pressing need for population control among the colony living on base.   This spurred her to found Cat Team 7, which she describes as a “marriage of civilian groups with Naval Station Norfolk leadership” to trap and relocate cats to other outdoor homes that may care for them. Caitlin’s work truly embodies perseverance in the face of adversity, as strict governmental policies regarding the trapping and care for community cats on military sites makes it very hard for animal welfare advocates in those areas to do meaningful work for feral cat populations.   To learn more about Cat Team 7’s various initiatives, or to express interest in supporting their efforts to change Department of Defense policy language on community cat welfare in military spaces, email Caitlyn at catteam7norfolk@gmail.com.  

Lt. Cmdr. Juan Dapena, senior medical officer aboard amphibious assault ship USS Wasp (LHD 1), discusses the capabilities of the ship's medical team. Wasp, along with twenty-seven other Naval Station Norfolk-based ships, departed the area to avoid potential damage from Hurricane Irene. Irene, Hurricane relief effort, Hurricane Irene 2011