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Ask Shelley 7-7-2025 …Where did the name Newport News come from?

Bill Berger, Executive Director of Fairbanks Morse Defense, joins us to reveal the transformation of his historic company into a powerhouse supplier for the Navy and Coast Guard. With a foundation laid during his time as a Marine Corps officer, Bill shares his mission-driven approach and the pivotal role adaptability has played in his journey. His story is a testament to the power of people skills in both sales and leadership, emphasizing the need to genuinely understand the needs of your team and customers. Bill's transition from the Marine Corps to sales was sparked by personal circumstances, and he details how an early passion for technology, inspired by his father, has shaped his career in meaningful ways. For those aiming to build a successful sales team, Bill's experiences are an invaluable resource. He recounts lessons learned from the telecom industry's boom and stresses the long-term strategies that are crucial for sustained growth. The conversation navigates the complexities of selling to the Department of Defense, underscoring the importance of patience and a long-term vision. Bill shares insights into effective hiring practices, highlighting how qualities like patience and a methodical approach can sometimes outweigh direct experience, demonstrated by a recent successful hire from a shipyard. Listeners looking to enhance their leadership capabilities will find Bill's insights particularly beneficial. He delves into the importance of empathy, resilience, and the ability to learn from setbacks, using his own experiences as a guide. Bill's transition back to a frontline sales role showcases the power of openness and honest communication with leadership. Additionally, he provides practical advice on optimizing CRM systems, ensuring they become powerful tools for integration and efficiency. This episode is packed with wisdom for aspiring sales leaders eager to refine their skills and drive their teams toward success. Bill serves as the Executive Director, Strategic Accounts for Fairbanks Morse Defense (FMD).  In this role, Bill acts as the enterprise primary contact for the Huntington Industries Inc companies. Bill is responsible for all opportunities and activity within Newport News Shipbuilding (NNS), Ingalls Shipbuilding and Mission Technologies for all ten business units of FMD and is the FMD executive team's representative to senior management team at these customers. Bill also manages FMD's Data Analytics/Programs team.  Prior to this position, Bill has been a Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Ward Leonard CT LLC   and Ultra Electronics' TCS and DNE business units.  He has over 29 years of experience in selling technology solutions to the Department of Defense, Telcos and commercial businesses. Bill is a past president of the Marine Machinery Association, as well as being active in the Aircraft Carrier Industrial Base Coalition and Submarine Industrial Base Council. Bill has a MS in Organizational Leadership from Quinnipiac University and a BA in Mathematics from the College of the Holy Cross. Bill is a veteran of the US Marine Corps and served in Operations Desert Shield and Desert Storm as a Communications Officer with 1st BN, 3rd Marines.  Bill and his wife Meredith reside in Newport News, VA and have two adult children, Gabrielle and Cameron.    Quotes: "In sales and leadership, it's not just about closing deals—it's about understanding and meeting the needs of both your team and your customers." "The transition from the Marine Corps to sales was driven by personal circumstances, but it taught me the power of adaptability and resilience." "When selling to the Department of Defense, patience and a long-term vision are not just virtues; they are necessities." "Effective leadership is rooted in empathy, resilience, and the ability to learn from setbacks."   Links: Bill's LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-berger-5458826/ Fairbanks Morse Defense - https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/home   Find this episode and all other Sales Lead Dog episodes at https://empellorcrm.com/salesleaddog/ Tired of your CRM sucking the life out of your team? Visit https://crmshouldntsuck.com to get the book, get your CRM Impact Score, and discover how to rescue your system—and your sanity.

Tret Fure, last with us for Song of the Soul in 2011, joins us to share her second sharing from the soul. Tret was among a group of women's music powerhouses of the 1970s and 1980s who were inspirational and transformational for the country, and for me, personally. With her gentle but resolute heart, and her deep musical talent, Tret calls listeners into community and growth. Tret joins us from Newport News, Virginia, for her second Song of the Soul.

It's Tuesday, July 1, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson and Adam McManus Chinese Communists give pastors 3 years in jail for leading church Three pastors from Linfen Covenant Home Church in Shanxi, China have been sentenced to 2-4 years of prison time for various charges related to their leading an unregistered church in the communist country. The church issued a statement, announcing that “We honor the service of Li Jie, Han Xiaodong, and Wang Qiang who suffered for righteousness, and we are willing to bear the cross with the Lord. We receive this verdict with a grateful and obedient heart.” Jesus offers this encouragement in Revelation 2:10 -- “Do not fear any of those things which you are about to suffer. Indeed, the devil is about to throw some of you into prison, that you may be tested, and you will have tribulation ten days. Be faithful until death, and I will give you the crown of life.” Brazilian homeschool mother facing $20,000 of fines Today, a Brazilian court will hear a case of a mom prosecuted for homeschooling her son.   Regiane Cichelero is facing fines of $20,000 and threats of losing custody of her child, for choosing home education on religious grounds.  Alliance Defending Freedom International has taken up the case.  Her legal counsel, Julio Pohl, pointed out that “No parent should fear state punishment for choosing to homeschool their child. Regiane made a lawful and conscientious decision to teach her son at home. We are hopeful that the court will affirm her rights and take an important step toward protecting parental rights in Brazil.”   Regiane continues to homeschool despite the risks involved. Pray for this case, which may serve as a precedent for the other 70,000 homeschooled children in Brazil.   Victory of Christian Colorado camp over transgender agenda Also, Alliance Defending Freedom has announced a favorable settlement for the Idrahaje Christian Camp in Bailey, Colorado. The camp was under threat of losing its license for refusing to submit to state requirements regarding the transgendering of bathrooms and living quarters. The name of the camp is taken from the phrase “I'd rather have Jesus more than anything!”  They use the first two letters of the first four words. The State of Colorado agreed not to take any enforcement action against Camp IdRaHaJe for violation of the gender identity requirements. The state has also clarified in a memo on its website that “churches, synagogues, mosques, or any other place that is principally used for religious purposes” are exempt from the transgendering requirements. Syria's own government helped massacre 1,500 Alawites Reuters has reported on its investigation of the Syrian massacre of 1,500 Alawites in March of this year. The perpetrators included units belonging to the new government based in Damascus. Ahmed Hussein al-Sharaa of the Free Syrian Army and Al-Qaeda took over Syria in January of this year. The new government has also instituted a constitution stating that  “The religion of the President of the Republic is Islam. … Islamic jurisprudence is the principal source of legislation.” This constitutes a step up in Islamic rule over Syria. According to Open Doors, Syria is the 18th most dangerous country worldwide for Christians. Iraq allows Muslim men to “marry” 9-year-old girls The new Iraqi government is also following Islamic Sharia law closely. Earlier this year, Iraq's parliament voted to give Islamic courts more control in family law, and permit child marriages for girls as young as nine years of age.  Supreme Court allows parents to opt kids out & requires porn sites to verify age Here in America, the U.S. Supreme Court is allowing parents opt-out rights for their elementary-aged children from having to participate in homosexual-themed lessons. That comes by a vote of 6 to 3. Writing for the majority, Justice Samuel Alito emphasized that “What the parents seek here is not the right to micromanage the public school curriculum, but rather to have their children opt out of a particular educational requirement that burdens their well-established right ‘to direct ‘the religious upbringing' of their children'” under  the free exercise clause of the First Amendment.  Another 6-3 ruling, the High Court has also upheld a Texas Law requiring pornographic websites to verify users are over 18 years of age.  Only adults will be allowed into these sinful activities. Writing for the majority, Justice Clarence Thomas concluded, ”The power to require age verification is within a State's authority to prevent children from accessing sexually explicit content.” But, in Matthew 5:27-28, Jesus said, “You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not commit adultery.'  But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.” U.S. government buying its own bonds The U.S. government is buying back its own bonds. Barchart reports the largest buyback in history occurred earlier this month.  Under the direction of Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, the department bought $10 billion of its own bonds.  Federal Reserve on the ropes The Federal Reserve issued $150 billion of bonds in May, but only managed to sell half of them.   Also, the Fed has recorded its first two-year-in-a-row financial loss, totaling $192 billion in 2023 and 2024. This is the first time this has occurred in the Fed's 110-year history. Year to date,  the federal deficit  stands at $1.37 billion as of the end of May. That's 14% higher than last year at this time.  Dad jumps into ocean off Disney Cruise ship to save daughter Here's a story demonstrating a remarkable act of courage and love on the part of a dad. A young child fell off the fourth deck of a Disney cruiseliner on Sunday.   Her father took immediate action, dove in after her. . . and held her while treading water, until a rescue boat pulled them out of the ocean waters. An eyewitness explained what happened to WPLG News. EYEWITNESS: “They were playing shuffleboard that was on the fourth floor. The parents were playing, and then the little girl was climbing up on the railing and flew off.” One passenger said,  “The ship was moving quickly, so quickly, it's crazy how quickly the people became tiny dots in the sea, and then you lost sight of them.” Another passenger said, “I saw the mother crying and but when they rescued them, I think that's when the tears really started flowing.  I prayed to God to save them, and He did!” The Disney Dream was heading back from the Bahamas to Fort Lauderdale when the incident occurred. Worldview teens share their hearts 15-year-old Titus Beran in Omaha, Nebraska wrote me at Adam@TheWorldview.com. He said, “I love the verses included in the newscast! They really help me focus back on God's Word and bring every area of life, even politics and news, into captivity to the obedience of Christ.” And 16-year-old Leah Smith in Franklin, Kentucky wrote, “I have been subscribed to The Worldview in 5 Minutes for a little over a year. I don't watch the news on a regular basis, but have been continually blessed by the ministry of this website. It is so irregular to have such a concise, non-secular newscast that makes me aware of political news, needs of persecuted Christians, and even basic information that keeps me up to date on what is going on. “When I read your newscast transcript,  I am not only encouraged by stories of fellow believers, but I am also moved to pray for the issues in our world. God is truly using your Christian newscast to reach people with the truth. It has been a blessing in my life!” What Troy's three boys enjoy about The Worldview Troy in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas talked to his three sons -- Sovereign, age 12, Shalom, age 10, and Apollos, age 7 -- about The Worldview. They said, “I like to start my morning at breakfast listening to it.” “I like how I get to hear about people around the world who need Jesus.”  And “I like that I can hear the news which is filtered through a Biblical lens.” Troy added, “We praise the Lord for all of you and your diligent service to the Lord. It is so exciting to hear about donors from all over the world who are united to us in Christ. What an encouraging example to our younger generation. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.” 42 Worldview listeners gave $12,534.95 to fund our annual budget And finally, toward our $123,500 goal by yesterday, June 30, to fully fund The Worldview's annual budget for our 6-member team, 42 listeners stepped up to the plate. Our thanks to Sovereign, age 12, Shalom, age 10, and Apollos, age 7, in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas who gave $4.50, Mamie in Tulsa, Oklahoma who gave $10 as well as Esther in Bolivar, Missouri, Henry in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, Holly in San Antonio, Texas, Carol in Kingston, New York, Amy in Ennis, Texas, and Jensen, age 9, in Humboldt, Saskatchewan, Canada – each of whom gave $25. We appreciate Mark in Goodyear, Arizona who gave $30, Kayden, age 16, in Gepp, Arkansas who gave $40 as well as Kolt, age 13, in Gepp, Arkansas, Isaiah in Fruita, Colorado, Alexander in Greensburg, Pennsylvania, Phillip in Alliance, Ohio, Sarah in Rolla, Missouri, and Constance in Los Alamos, California – each of whom gave $50. We are grateful to God for Joe and Sheryl in Westmoreland, Tennessee who gave $60, Michael in Torrance, California and Marty and Christa in Humboldt, Saskatchewan, Canada – both of whom gave $75, as well as Craig in Moriarty, New Mexico, Gay in Victoria, Texas, George in Edinburgh, Indiana, Debbie in Wildwood, Missouri, Gregory in Lodi, California, Duane in Moriarty, New Mexico, Marcia in Holland, Michigan, and an anonymous donor in Atlanta, Georgia – each of whom gave $100. We were touched by the generosity of Rusty in Marshall, Illinois and Josiah in Hillsboro, Kansas – both of whom gave $200, Frances in Beacon, New York who gave $240.45, Wes in Eden Prairie, Minnesota  and LuShun in Newport News, Virginia – both of whom gave $250, Kirtis in Gepp, Arkansas who gave $300, as well as Ed in Wellsburg, Iowo and Michele in Kindersley, Saskatchewan, Canada – both of whom pledged $25/month for 12 months for a gift of $300 each. And we were moved by the sacrifice of Danielle in Brighton, Colorado who gave $450, Brad and Judy in West Chicago, Illinois who gave $500, Troy in Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas who pledged $50/month for 12 months for a gift of $600, John in Auburn, Washington who gave $1,000, Max in Macon, Georgia  who gave $1,200, an anonymous donor from Louisiana who gave $1,200, and Jeanne in Columbia, South Carolina who gave $4,000. Those 42 Worldview listeners gave a total of $12,534.95 Ready for our new grand total? Drum roll please.  (Drum roll sound effect) $125,494.50!  (People clapping and cheering sound effect)   That means we exceeded our $123,500 goal to fund the 6-member Worldview newscast team by $1,994.50! On behalf of the entire Worldview newscast team -- including Kevin Swanson and Jonathan Clark who write the newscast transcript alongside myself, Emily Munday who helps research stories, Rebakah Swanson and Kayla White who add the music, select the image, and upload the audio to multiple platforms – thank you for sharing your treasure to ensure that we can deliver accurate news from a Biblical perspective for another fiscal year. 1 John 3:18 says, “Let us not love in word or talk, but in deed and in truth.”  Those of you who were prompted by the Lord to give financially and to pray for this ministry, you showed your love in your deeds. For that, we humbly thank you.  And I assure you, we'll be vigilant stewards of every hard-earned penny which you've entrusted to us. Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, July 1st, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  Plus, you can get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Phil Jones was recognized as one of the Ten Outstanding Young Americans this year, and will receive the honor at a September ceremony in Raleigh.

Arrington welcomes Newport News (D) Newport News Mayor Phillip Jones. Newport News, VA is the home of the largest shipbuilding company in the United States. Mayor Jones is the youngest directly elected mayor.

It comes at no upfront cost to Williamsburg. The city paid $12 million for the first leg of the agreement with the regional water provider in 2009, which came up for renewal in 2024 and would have cost $18 million.

"Evidence: Coal Dust in Hampton Roads” will be on display at the Downing-Gross Cultural Arts Center through July 9.

Chris Dobson reveals how he ran a $40,000 tattoo business inside prison, the risks he took, and how he managed to make it work. #PrisonTattoo #UndergroundEconomy #PrisonLife #TrueCrime #HustleAndSurvive #IllegalBusiness #PrisonEconomy #InkBehindBars Connect with Chris Dobson: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slickphillips_art?igsh=cGtiYmxqcHY0OHAw Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Buy Merch: https://convictclothing.net/collections/convict-clothing-x-ian-bick Timestamps: 00:00:00 Growing Up in Newport News, Virginia 00:05:53 Growing Up in a Rough Town: Finding Art and Skateboarding 00:11:45 A Catalyst for Change: The High School Experience 00:17:33 Intense Home Invasion Survival Story 00:23:19 Media Misrepresentation and Legal Battles 00:29:30 Overcoming Heroin Addiction and Rehabilitation Struggles 00:35:21 A Life of Trauma and Addiction 00:41:17 Unplanned Robberies and Arrest 00:47:24 The Plea Deal Decision and Its Consequences 00:53:26 Experiences in South Carolina's Kirkland Reception Center 00:59:30 Life in Federal Prison: Long Sentences and Survival 01:05:56 Prison Life: Surviving and Adapting 01:10:56 Becoming a Tattoo Artist in Prison 01:16:33 The Role of Tattoo Artists in Prison Gangs 01:22:13 From Prison Hustle to Tattoo Career 01:28:28 Transitioning Home After Prison 01:34:34 Introduction of the Video Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Former residents of the Ridley Place neighborhood have priority for renting apartments in the new Legacy Landing.

FOREVER (Netflix) : 5 Black Empowerment LessonsSeko Varner, the publisher of the Hampton Roads Greenbook, discusses the Netflix series Forever, stating he loved every moment of it despite not typically enjoying love stories. He strongly recommends watching it. Seko highlights five key aspects of black empowerment that he found within the show:•Timeliness and Standards: Seko relates a saying heard at Hampton University, "early is on time, on time is late, and late is unacceptable," which is used in the film. He connects this to the standard empowered people rise to, emphasizing punctuality is important, especially "on your way up."•Imagery: He was deeply impressed by the artwork and decor in the male character's home, seeing it as an example of black excellence and a message about surrounding oneself with images of high achievement and self-expression.•Intimacy: While personally disliking scenes with actors depicted as teenagers, Seko found it significant that a character began taking intimacy "a lot more seriously" after a negative experience. He stresses that intimacy should be taken seriously for black empowerment in various relationships.•Education: Seko notes that Forever values education, not just traditional schooling but also learning trades, skills, and knowledge like music or athletics. He argues that taking education and learning seriously leads to "stronger empowerment" and "more opportunities."•Honesty: He observes that the main characters struggled with sharing deep concerns but found "freedom that came from being truthful and honest." Seko emphasizes that honesty, though difficult, is crucial for empowerment, bringing "freedom and... power."Beyond the film, Seko Varner is the publisher of the Hampton Roads Greenbook. He describes it as an online directory, website, and app created to spotlight black-owned businesses, organizations, and professionals in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia, including cities like Norfolk, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Portsmouth, Suffolk, Newport News, Hampton, and also Yorktown, Williamsburg, and Franklin. Seko encourages viewers to share other empowerment messages they found in Forever.Empower Consciousness: Note - The Get On Code: Our Black Empowerment channel hosts content that may not represent the views, opinions, and positions of the platform owners, participants, or partners. Get On Code, share the code, teach the code, become the code. Our code is empowerment. Focused on #Empowerment, and passionate about #BlackEmpowerment, the Get On Code : Our Black Empowerment platform, is built on the #EmpowermentAgenda .

Thaddeus Juan Cradle Sr. AKA Slideovathetop AKA Godonmyslide AKA Fireslide!!!!!Born and raised in the great state of Virginia city of Newport News.Had his first band at the age of 10, and that started the musical ball to rolling Where his musical journey took him from state to state performing from the East to west coast, after playing first chair in middle and high school the musical Ball sped up to organizing a group of young men called The Brother"s in Christ Gospel Jazz Horns from there the music ministry touched all the street corners Metro stations in the DMV by organizing another group of music ministers called Spread Love Band the journey took us from the street corners to The White House In addition to the Kennedy Center, In the midst of all this going on a door opens to Write a music score for the hit play Life is too short for all this drama Written by Lisa Banks.The Journey continues as the stage is shared with Pastor John P. Kee, Bishop Hezekiah Walker, Vickie Winans, Jonathan Nelson, Tim Bowman Jr., Herbie Hancock Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Wale, Dr. Bobby Jones, Jeff Bradshaw, Kenneth Carr, Maurette Brown Clark, Greg Boyer, Willie Moore Jr, Yolanda Adams, Terence Thompson Michael Hudson, Jean Caze, Bobby Raymond, Anthony Silver, Marcus Parker, just To name a few.It was an honor to perform for former President Barack and former first lady Michelle The mayor Muriel Bowser.CEO of Cradlesmusicden, I am now a resident in PG County with my amazing wife Edwena R. Jones-Cradle, two amazing young adults Deraji Juan Cradle of Charlotte N.C. Thaddeus Juan Cradle Jr, PG County Three awesome Godsons, Montez, Gregory, Jason.Stay tuned for my latest release entitled In my home over there!!! Featuring Mosche Snowden.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ladydiva-live-radio--2579466/support.

Hello to you listening in Newport News, Virginia!Coming to you from Whidbey Island, Washington this is Stories From Women Who Walk with 60 Seconds for Story Prompt Friday and your host, Diane Wyzga.Kindness. What is it good for? Absolutely everything!✓ Reduces stress, anxiety, feelings of pain and depression, and lowers blood pressure✓ Boosts self-esteem, feelings of well being, happiness, and optimism✓ Fosters a sense of community helping people feel connected and supported✓ Encourages compassion and understanding to break down barriers of prejudice✓ Promotes a more caring and supportive environment, making the world a better place for everyone.✓ Kindness is contagious rippling out to others to create shifts in attitudes, behaviors and even cultures.✓ Of all the many things you can be in your lifetime, be kind.Story Prompt: When has someone extended kindness toward you? When have you extended kindness toward another? What did that feel like? What happened next? Write that story!  Be well, do good work, and keep in touch. You're always welcome: "Come for the stories - Stay for the magic!" Speaking of magic, I hope you'll subscribe, share a 5-star rating and nice review on your social media or podcast channel of choice, bring your friends and rellies, and join us! You will have wonderful company as we continue to walk our lives together. Be sure to stop by my Quarter Moon Story Arts website, check out the Services, arrange a no-obligation Discovery Call, and Opt In to stay current with me on Substack.Stories From Women Who Walk Production TeamPodcaster: Diane F Wyzga & Quarter Moon Story ArtsMusic: Mer's Waltz from Crossing the Waters by Steve Schuch & Night Heron MusicAll content and image © 2019 to Present Quarter Moon Story Arts. All rights reserved. 

A new wineskin is coming to the Church - the home church/ small group alternative. #homechurch #HolySpiritLed Cyndi Foster, founder of Beauty For Ashes, Inc ( a nonprofit church and ministry) produces radio and social media broadcasts reaching a national and international audience.  Training and equipping leaders for apostolic ministry worldwide. The first hand experiences learned overseeing a local church in Newport News, Virginia have been a training ground to prepare prophetic and apostolic leaders.  Healing, Deliverance and Inner Healings ( Healing the broken-hearted) are everyday activities. Member of both International Society of Deliverance Ministers (ISDM)  and Advanced Writers and Speakers Association (AWSA) as well as other Christian Associations. Important links:   Cyndi's books: Joy Comes In the Morning 25 Strategies for Impossible Battles Spiritual Warfare Blueprint Journal   Website: https://beautyforashes.org/   Partnership and Mentoring: https://mentoring.beautyforashes.org/log-in/   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bfachurch/   Audio Podcast : Podbean Apple Podcasts   Subscribe to My Channel   Email:  contact@beautyforashes.org   Donate Here

Send us a textThe SS United States once sailed mightily across the Atlantic. She set the transatlantic sailing speed record , which still stands today, only using 2/3 of her power. She was once majestic, powerful, and one of the most luxurious vessels of its time. But time has passed. The jet airplane cut transatlantic travel from days to hours. The need for such sea faring vessels disappeared and with in just a few short years the SS United States was mothballed, her furnishings sold, her interior gutted, and she sat at port for a half century as the elements took their toll. She is now headed for Florida to become an artificial underwater reef. A project that will almost certainly rejuvenate life into this lonely vessel at the bottom of the sea. As we commemorate the SS United States historic place on the high seas and watch her slow sail from Philadelphia to Mobile, Alabama to be prepared for sinking. We thought now was a perfect time to reflect on it all as we watch her final sail before she sinks into history and moves on to its new chapter under the sea.  Questions or comments at , Randalrgw1@aol.com , https://twitter.com/randal_wallace , and http://www.randalwallace.com/Please Leave us a review at wherever you get your podcastsThanks for listening!!

Title: Languaging in Hampton RoadsEpisode 14: Voices of Faith in Hampton RoadsHosts: Jill Winkowski and Prue SalaskyDate: March 5, 2025Length: 48:50Publication Frequency: Fourth Friday (approx) of each monthIn this episode we interview several pastors, all first-generation immigrants, who minister to their flocks in the native language of their country of origin.The interviews are with Pastor Echo Lin from the Shanghai region of mainland China, who leads services in Mandarin at the more than 100-year-old independent First Chinese Baptist Church in Virginia Beach; Father Joseph Nguyen who ministers to two Catholic Vietnamese congregations, Our Lady of LaVang Catholic Church in Norfolk, and Our Lady of Vietnam Catholic Church in Hampton ; and with Luke Do, Senior Pastor of Peninsula Korean Baptist Church in Newport News.(We also talked to Pastor Trung Phan, leader of Hope Vietnamese Church in Annandale, Va. Time and geographical constraints meant we weren't able to include his interview; we will run it as bonus material at a future date.)From our interviews, we learned about the changing role of the church in each community, the importance of language for identity, the generational rifts as assimilation occurs -- and what the future of ethnic-centered churches might be as globalization and technology reduce differences.We did not address the use of traditional liturgical languages, such as Latin, Arabic, Hebrew, and Koine Greek, all of which are represented in Hampton Roads. Nor did we cover the multiple Spanish-speaking churches, by far the largest segment of non-English services in the region. Instead, we focused primarily on Asian-led churches that minister to their communities through the use of the vernacular. In talking to ministers at Korean, Vietnamese and Chinese churches we learned not only about immigration patterns in the region, but also the ealier history of colonization and missionary activity. We learned in many cases that faith was secondary to a sense of community and cultural belonging.Our interest in the topic was sparked by a sign for the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church, Mehane Hiwot Abune Gebre Menfes Kidus, in the Park Place neighborhood of Norfolk . We learned that the Norfolk church, started in 2013, is part of one of the most ancient branches of Christianity, part of the Coptic tradition dating back to 300 AD. Priest Teshome Yohannes Feleke presides over a congregation of 200 drawn from throughout Hampton Roads. Services are in a combination of Ge'ez, the ancient liturgical language, and Amharic, Ethiopia's everyday language that evolved from it. (Plug in the church's name to find beautiful chanting on YouTube.) The church is celebrating its renovation with a grand re-opening on March 14/15.We also discovered Our Savior's Lutheran Church in Norge, which once held services in Norwegian. Today the language is no longer used, but the church is the proud possessor of a Norwegian Bible donated by Norway's royal family in 1939. We also learned that Norge is actually the name for Norway in Norwegian, a tribute to its original Scandinavian settlers at the turn of the 20th century!As you can gather, it's a very rich topic and we only scratched the surface of the Babel of languages used in worship in our Hampton Roads region.Please send your questions and feedback to languagingHR@gmail.com

Deborah Chunn, Market Development Representative for the United Union of Roofers, Waterproofers and Allied Workers, joined America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss her journey in the roofing industry, overcoming challenges as a woman in a male-dominated field, her efforts to recruit diverse workers and her role in promoting union membership. Kevin Mapp, Vice President of Human Affairs at the United Steelworkers, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast to discuss his upbringing in a union family, his role in promoting diversity in the union and his responsibilities overseeing Local 8888 at the Newport News shipyard.

Jon Lamoreaux of the Hustle Podcast joins us to dissect “Rio” from Duran Duran.  It's a travesty that it took us this long to discuss this classic album from the early days of MTV!Maybe we should just add Jon as a permanent co-host?Recorded while I was on the road for work in Newport News, VA. Anyone been there?Oh yeah…and LISTENER SCORES!Check out Duran Duran at:  https://duranduran.com/ Check out The Hustle here:  https://thehustle.podbean.com/Check out other episodes at RecordsRevisitedPodcast.com, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, iHeartMedia, Google Podcasts and Spotify. Additional content is found at: Facebook.com/recordsrevisitedpodcast or twitter @podcastrecords or IG at instagram.com/recordsrevisitedpodcast/ or join our Patreon at patreon.com/RecordsRevisitedPodcast

Do You Want to Make Better Decisions in 2025?Struggling to make choices that truly benefit your life? Worried about making the wrong decision? Whether you're trying to improve your finances, your diet, or learn a new skill, you have to make intentional decisions. Yet, with so many choices to make every day, sticking to the plan can feel overwhelming. Here's the truth- quality decisions determine the quality of your life. But while making good decisions is crucial, true fulfillment comes from having a relationship with God. This week, in “I Have Decided, Pt. 1: To Make Better Decisions,” we'll uncover why decision-making can be so challenging and how to choose wisely as followers of Christ. Join us as we learn to make better, quality decisions as followers of Christ.#ChangeTheWay #WatersEdgeChurch #IHaveDecidedCome visit us online or in-person at one of our campuses in Yorktown, VA, or Newport News, VA! Check Us Out!Official Websitehttps://watersedgechurch.netFacebookhttps://facebook.com/watersedgechurchInstagramhttps://instagram.com/watersedgechurchTik Tokhttps://tiktok.com/@watersedgechurchBioSitehttps://bio.site/watersedgechurch

Do You Want to Make Better Decisions in 2025?Struggling to make choices that truly benefit your life? Worried about making the wrong decision? Whether you're trying to improve your finances, your diet, or learn a new skill, you have to make intentional decisions. Yet, with so many choices to make every day, sticking to the plan can feel overwhelming. Here's the truth- quality decisions determine the quality of your life. But while making good decisions is crucial, true fulfillment comes from having a relationship with God. This week, in “I Have Decided, Pt. 1: To Make Better Decisions,” we'll uncover why decision-making can be so challenging and how to choose wisely as followers of Christ. Join us as we learn to make better, quality decisions as followers of Christ.#ChangeTheWay #WatersEdgeChurch #IHaveDecidedCome visit us online or in-person at one of our campuses in Yorktown, VA, or Newport News, VA! Check Us Out!Official Websitehttps://watersedgechurch.netFacebookhttps://facebook.com/watersedgechurchInstagramhttps://instagram.com/watersedgechurchTik Tokhttps://tiktok.com/@watersedgechurchBioSitehttps://bio.site/watersedgechurch

On today's episode, I talk to illustrator and comics creator Brian Blomerth. Brian grew up in Newport News, Virginia, and in college started to move towards making art for a living. Some of his early work was for Vice, as well as making tour posters for bands like Phish or album artwork for musicians like Ryley Walker. Since 2019, he's been working on a series of books about 20th century psychonauts starting with Bicycle Day, about the discovery of LSD, and the follow-up, Mycelium Wassonii, about the scientist couple responsible for popularizing the use of psychedelic mushrooms in the US. His most recent book, Lilly Wave, about the life of scientist and psychedelic dolphin tormentor John C. Lilly, came out in October, and it's a delight! This is the website for Beginnings, subscribe on Apple Podcasts, follow me on Twitter. Check out my free philosophy Substack where I write essays every couple months here and my old casiopop band's lost album here! And the comedy podcast I do with my wife Naomi Couples Therapy can be found here! Theme song by the fantastic Savoir Adore! Second theme by the brilliant Mike Pace! Closing theme by the delightful Gregory Brothers! Podcast art by the inimitable Beano Gee!  

In the early morning hours of September 14, 1982, a man broke into a home in Newport News, Virginia and beat 30-year-old Jesse Perron to death with a crowbar. Then, over several hours, the attacker sexually assaulted Perron’s 22-year-old wife, Teresa, leaving bite marks during the assaults. Teresa and Jesse Perron’s home was located near the shipyard where the U.S.S. Carl Vinson was harbored and where Perron worked as a welder. Over several months bite mark impressions were taken from hundreds of sailors on the Carl Vinson. Police had no suspects at that time. Keith Harward had been among those whose teeth were examined in the immediate aftermath of the investigation, but he had been ruled out as the source of the bitemarks on Teresa by a civilian dental consultant working with the Newport News City medical examiner. When Harward came to court, Teresa was there, but could not identify him as the attacker. After police asked Harward to submit to a second procedure to perform bite mark analysis, they determined that Keith’s bite marks matched the ones found on Teresa. Harward was subsequently convicted of capital murder, rape, robbery and burglary and sentenced to life in prison. To learn more, visit: https://lavaforgood.com/podcast/388-wrongful-conviction-junk-science-bite-mark-evidence-update/ Wrongful Conviction is a production of Lava For Good™ Podcasts in association with Signal Co. No1. We have worked hard to ensure that all facts reported in this show are accurate. The views and opinions expressed by the individuals featured in this show are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Lava for Good. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Have you ever received unexpected good news?What is the greatest announcement you've ever heard? Over 2,000 years ago, the world's greatest news was delivered to a group of shepherds out in the fields. Imagine what a shock it was when they witnessed a brilliant light pierce the darkness. Though the announcement of our Savior's birth was the best news ever, it was also overwhelming and unexpected. Yet, it was a moment of wonder and joy—one that changed everything.  This Christmas, we celebrate that life-changing moment when the shepherds heard the good news. But here's the best part: that announcement wasn't just for them. Join us for Christmas at Waters Edge as Pastor Stu shares how this extraordinary gift still pierces the darkness and brings hope to each of and every one of us today.  #ChristmasAtWatersEdge #ChangeTheWay #WatersEdgeChurchCome visit us online or in-person at one of our campuses in Yorktown, VA, or Newport News, VA! Check Us Out!Official Websitehttps://watersedgechurch.netFacebookhttps://facebook.com/watersedgechurchInstagramhttps://instagram.com/watersedgechurchTik Tokhttps://tiktok.com/@watersedgechurchBioSitehttps://bio.site/watersedgechurch