The New Dominion Podcast

In this episode Marty and Megan talk to Cori about his thoughts on freedom in America and why he believes we need to talk about it differently. Cori will be talking about the thought process behind the opinion article, "What is Freedom?" recently released in the FXBG Advance on July 4th , where this discussion for began him during the pandemic, and what it means to him today.

Charlie Payne -- mild-mannered land-use attorney by day (and very often at night before local local board and councils) has a penchant for the Grateful Dead. Marty's a Deadhead, too, which leaves poor Cori wondering what's happening on this week's New Dominion Podcast.

This week, the New Dominion Podcast welcomes its youngest guest ever -- 13-year-old Penelope Carlisle (also known as P Ki) -- and her parents. Penelope's thing is adrenalin, and she finds it up and down the East Coast as a race-car driver. Join us for a dive into the world of auto racing, and what it takes to work one's way up the ranks to NASCAR. intro | 0:00 interview | 13:20 what are you reading | 58:00 closing Comments | 1:08:14

This week, Cori, Megan and Marty welcome Ralph Gordon, an accomplished woodworker who's done everything from crafty cutouts to wood work on classic airplanes. At the center of our discussion is expertise -- how we acquire it, why it matters, and how we separate true craftspeople from those who may have the papers but not the track record. intro | 0:00 Interview | 15:59 What are you reading | 1:03:00 Closing Comment 1:11:59

Cori, Megan, and Marty meet the two-headed Scotts -- Mayausky and Vezina -- to talk about over-educated fools (yeah, that would be Marty, education (Fredericksburg City Schools, this one's for you), and expertise, or the place where humility goes to die. All in one fun-filled episode of the New Dominion Podcast.

Dr. Jim Wright, a gerontologist by day and a Rockstar by night, joins Cori and Marty via zoom in via Zoom in Richmond. We discuss the role that music plays in is his life, the role that Medicare plays in supporting the elderly, and the important work to be done in ensuring those who need nursing care have access to safe facilities. Intro | 0:00 Interview | 12:31 What are you Reding? | 1:07:19 Closing Comments | 1:16:25

Fredericksburg Regional Food Bank CEO Dan Maher joins Marty, Cori, and Megan to discuss the wave of changes to federally funded food assistance programs and their potential impact. There is some good news, in that some funds that had been clawed back are coming back around. However, other projected cuts are particularly concerning. Especially proposed cuts to SNAP. Intro:0:00 Interview:13:56 What are You Reading?:1:07:49 Closing Comments:1:15:15

Germanna president Janet Gullickson and dean of student development Frank Cirioni join Cori, Marty, and Megan to discuss how federal cuts are affecting Germanna, and engage in a lively discussion about what is happening with boys in our society and schools.

This week, Marty's back from vacation, and he and Cori go deep on how Executive Orders are getting real -- and getting painful -- in our region. And how the community adjusts and moves forward together.

This week, local artist Emily Woodhull joins Megan, Cori, and Marty to discuss her new songs "Virginia, I'm Home" and "Blame It on the Moonshine," what it really takes to make it in the music business, mental health, and the unusual twists in life that push us to do our best. Intro - 0:00 to 8:30 Interview - 9:06 to 1:08:00 New Single Announcement - 1:09:00 to 1:11:47 What are you reading? - 1:11.50 to 1:23:01 Outro - 1:23:06 to 1:27:01

That's what Bill Davis, chair of the county's Board of Supervisors, joins Jeh Hicks, Megan, Cori, and Marty to discuss. From data centers to economic development, water issues to down-zoning, come learn more about King George from those who are leading the charge. Intro/top stories in the advance 0:00 to 8:34 Interview 8:36 to 56:31 What are you reading? 58:28 to1:20:00 Wrap up/what's coming next 1:21:00 to 1:22:33

Our Editor and Chief Martin Davis reads his latest reporting on the recent data center vote held by Fredericksburg, VA city counsel. Marty talks about the inspirational public comment that was displayed in the council chambers, revealing and optimistic for the future for our community.

This week, Ian Ollis of FAMPO joins Cori, Megan, and Marty to explain why driving from east to west in our region is well-nigh impossible, why our region is world famous among MPOs, what an MPO is, and why South Africa is shaping our transportation future

Cori, Megan, and Marty celebrate warmer weather and dig into Stafford politics with Board of Supervisors' chair Deuntay Diggs. From budget issues to establishing trust with the public, Diggs brings a fresh voice to local politics. And a fascinating perspective on life in our region.

Megan returns for throwing clay, Marty endured the cold, and Cori brought the Scotch (but didn't share it) -- Join us for a roundtable discussion about the issue that seems to be everywhere in our region today. Trust, Government, and the Media.

Kathy Anderson of Empower House and Joseph Lyttle of Fredericksburg Area Health and Support Services join NDP to talk about the impacts they are facing from federal cuts, and the unintended consequences that are going to directly affect our region as a result. It's a can't-miss episode.

The arts take center stage this week at the New Dominion Podcast as local musician and poet Karen Jonas chats with Cori and Marty about Fredericksburg's once-thriving, now-struggling music scene; the role of inspiration in art; and her move from music to poetry. Disclaimer: We were making repairs at Curitiba Art Cafe during recording. You will hear the occasional power tools.

Fredericksburg has a lively theatre scene, ranging from the small, to the aspiring professionals, and the pros/semi-pros. Advance Theatre Critic Dennis Wemm joins Cori and Marty to talk about acting and the role of theatre in making our lives better.

Megan was throwing clay and left Cori and Marty to engage in a discussion on what is shaping up to be a dynamic race for city council, and growing issues around affordable housing.

"That's politics" is oftentimes lazy doublespeak that allows leaders to turn a blind eye to the impact their actions have on citizens. In the inaugural podcast for Season 3, Mary Becelia and her family join NDP to talk about public service, raising a family, and the real-world costs of government leaders overstepping their bounds and taking actions that are hurtful to private citizens.