Inside West Virginia Politics

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) - On this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we're taking a look at the state of the state's economy In Segment 1, we hear from West Virginia Chamber of Commerce President Steve Roberts talks about concerns with the state's economy amid a recent WalletHub study that claims the Mountain State's economy is the worst in the nation. Gayle Manchin, Federal Co-Chair of the Appalachian Regional Commission, joins us for Segments 3 and 4 to discuss the Commission's mission with roadways and the economy as well as programs the Commission works with throughout the region. Also in Segment 2, we hear from local chef, Paul Smith about his recent nomination for a James Beard Award and his time at the awards ceremony in Chicago.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) -- Education is the name of the game on this week's episode of Inside West Virginia Politics. Segments One, Three and Four are about education. Segment One is with Del. Mike Pushkin (D-Kanawha; WV Dem. Party Chair) and Segments Three and Four are with Dr. William Simmons, Former West Virginia Higher Education Chancellor Segment Two is about raising the debt ceiling with Rep. Carol Miller (R-WV).

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the Mountain Valley Pipeline, raising the debt ceiling and more. In Segments One and Two, we talk to Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) about the Mountain Valley Pipeline and more. In Segment Three, we talk to Gary Zuckett, Executive Director of the WV-CAG, about raising the debt ceiling. We end today’s episode talking to Terry Cunningham, President of the Gold Star Mothers, to talk about their organization.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode on Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the military, the Secretary of State candidacy, the trade office in Taiwan and energy policy. In Segment One, we talk to Terrance Hayes, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, about military affairs. In Segment Two, we talk to Brian Wood (R) Candidate for WV Secretary of State. In Segment Three, we talk to Del. Kayla Young (D) Kanawha about going to Taiwan to open a trade office. We end today's episode with Jason Huffman, Americans for Prosperity, talking about energy policy.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On today’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about a trade office in Taiwan, Title 42, the financial shape of West Virginia and making sure young people do not take drugs. In Segment One, we talk to State Sen. Craig Blair (R) Berkeley – Senate President, about the opening of a trade office in Taiwan. In Segment Two, we talk to Rep. Carol Miller (R) West Virginia – District 1 about Title 42. In Segment Three, we talk to Treasurer Riley Moore (R-WV) about the financial shape of West Virginia. We end today’s episode with Joe Boczek, Executive Director of Gamechanger, to talk about the program.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the Secretary of State race, the Inflation Reduction Act and job opportunities in the Mountain State. In Segments One and Two we talk to two candidates for Secretary of State: Del. Chris Pritt (R) and Former Del. Ken Reed (R). In Segment Three, we talk to Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) about leading the repeal of the Inflation Reduction Act. In Segment Four, we talk to Jacob Green, WV Schools for Diversion and Transition, about job opportunities.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the upcoming gubernatorial race in West Virginia, Medicare, the Attorney General Race and the 2023 Legislative Scorecard. In Segment One, we talk to Attorney General Patrick Morrisey (R-WV) who is running for Governor of West Virginia in 2024. In Segment Two, we talk to Kristine Grow, Coalition for Medicare Choices, to talk about Medicare and Medicare Advantage. In Segment Three, we talk to State Sen. Ryan Weld (R-Candidate for WV Attorney General). We end today’s episode with Steve Roberts, President of the West Virginia Chamber of Commerce, about the 2023 Legislative Scorecard.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this very special episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss Easter, Ramadan and Passover. In Segment One, we speak to Rev. Mark Boyd, First Presbyterian Church of St. Albans. In Segment Two, we talk to Rabbi Victor Urecki, B’nai Jacob Synagogue. In Segment Three, we speak to Iman Nasir Abdussalam, Islamic Association of West Virginia. In Segment Four, we talk to Father Chapin, the host of “Daily Living.”

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about candidates for U.S. House District 2 in West Virginia. Segment One is with Nate Cain (R-U.S. House District 2 Candidate) and Segment Two is with Joseph Earley (R-U.S. House District 2 Candidate). Rep. Carol Miller (R-WV) calls in to talk about her trip to Mexico and why she went. We end today’s episode with Kelly Allen, West Virginia Center on Budget and Policy, to talk about the legislature.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the legislative session and healthcare. Segments One, Two and Three are about the outcome of the legislative session. Segment One is with House Speaker Roger Henshaw (R-Clay), Segment Two is with Elaine Harris, Communications Workers of America, and Segment Three is with Steven Allen Adams, OGDEN Newspapers. We end today’s episode with Dr. Greg Rosencrance, President and CEO of WVU Medicine – Thomas Health, to talk about healthcare.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the 2023 legislative session, the $6.8 trillion budget for the U.S. and running for State Auditor. Segment One and Two are about the ending of the legislative session. Segment One is with Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV) and Segment Two is with Del. Doug Skaff (D-Kanawha – Minority Leader). We talk to Rep. Carol Miller (R-WV) about the national budget in Segment Three. We end today’s episode with Del. Caleb Hanna (R-Candidate for WV State Auditor) discussing his candidacy for West Virginia State Auditor.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss candidates for governor, education and the legislature, criminal justice reform and solar power. In Segment One, we talk to Auditor JB McCuskey (R) who threw his hat in the ring for West Virginia Governor. Dale Lee, President of the West Virginia Education Association, is on Segment Two to discuss education and the legislature. We talk about criminal justice reform with Kenny Matthews, American Friends Service Committee, in Segment Three. We end today’s episode talking about solar power with Leah Barbor, Solar United Neighbors.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about allegations against the West Virginia State Police, the AARP, the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Replica at the West Virginia State Capitol and a local author’s new book. In Segment One, we check in with Del. Mike Honacker (R-Greenbrier), Del. David Kelly (R-Doddridge) and Gov. Jim Justice (R-WV) and their thoughts on the allegations against the West Virginia State Police. Segment Two brings in Gaylene Miller, State Director for AARP West Virginia, to talk about the bills the organization is following as the Legislative Session is winding down. We are in the State Capitol with Bill King, Society of the Honor Guard – Tomb of the Unknowns, to talk about the replica at the West Virginia State Capitol. We end today’s episode with Lakeisha Barron-Brown, author and community leader, about her new book.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about the economy, jobs, medicine and power plants. In Segment One, we talk to Secretary Mitch Carmichael, WV Department of Economic Development, to talk about economic development. Segment Two brings on Josh Sword, President of the West Virginia AFL-CIO, to talk about jobs. Dr. Vinay Badhwar, WVU Medicine Thoracic Surgeon, calls in to talk about medicine. We end today’s episode with Emmett Pepper, Policy Director for Energy Efficient West Virginia, to talk about the Pleasants Power Plant.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about House Bill 2007, education in the legislature and lawsuits. In Segment One, we talk to people who are for the gender-affirming treatment bill passing. We talk to Del. Geoff Foster (R-Putnam), Del. Mike Honaker (R-Greenbrier) and Del. Larry Kump (R-Berkeley). In Segment Two, we talk to Andrew Schneider of Fairness West Virginia, who is against the bill passing. Fred Albert, President of AFT West Virginia, is on in Segment Three to talk about education in the legislature. We end today’s episode with the question “are there too many lawsuits in West Virginia, especially in the Kanawha Valley?” Greg Thomas with WV Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse is in the studio to talk about it.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we talk about a new Congressional District 2 candidate, bills in the legislature, Bill Gates in West Virginia and tax reform. In Segment One, we bring on a Republican Candidate for the U.S. House District 2 Alex Gasserud to talk about his campaign. In Segment Two, State Auditor JB McCuskey (R-WV) talks about bills in the legislature. Steve Roberts, President of the Chamber of Commerce, shares his thoughts on Bill Gates coming to West Virginia in Segment Three. We end today’s episode with Jason Huffman with the Americans for Prosperity of West Virginia talking about tax reform.

CHARLESTON, WV (WOWK) — On this week’s episode of Inside West Virginia Politics, we discuss the Governor’s tax cut proposal, the economy and tourism. In Segment One, Mark Curtis talks to Del. Trenton Barnhart (R-Pleasants) about Gov. Jim Justice’s (R-WV) tax cut proposal. Segments Two and Three are with Prof. John Deskins with the WVU Bureau of Business & Economic Research to talk about how the economy is doing and where it is headed. We end today’s episode with Tim Brady, CEO of the Charleston Convention and Visitors Bureau, who talks to us about tourism in the Mountain State.