Episodes

VIP Inbox is back! Host Chris Saxman candidly reacts to current topics and questions submitted by listeners. We had some great ones this week! Have a political topic or question you are curious about? Submit a question or comment to …

Lo Davis, Executive Director of the Cavalier Futures Foundation, talks about how the 2021 NCAA NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) ruling transformed college athletics in Virginia and beyond. He outlines creating the "Virginia Way" to help student athlet...

Introducing a new segment: VIP Inbox! Host Chris Saxman candidly reacts to current topics and questions submitted by listeners. We had some great ones this week! Have a political topic or question you are curious about? Submit a question here.

General Bob Wood sits down with Chris for a discussion focused on Veterans' issues. They talk about the frustrations of Veterans, the impact of January 6th, political history, support for Veterans and their families, and more. Learn more about Ameri...

Chris continues his rundown on Virginia's upcoming primary elections - this time focusing on Senate Republican Districts.

Chris gives a quick rundown on the upcoming June 20th primaries in Senate Democratic districts and makes early predictions.

Chris continues discussing incumbent retirements in the Virginia legislature. This time, he's predicting up to seven more legislators who may retire as a result of internal primary battles. Listen to Chris discuss what's impacting these nomination ba...

Chris discusses the incumbent legislators who will not be returning next year. Recent retirement announcements mean Virginia is losing over 300 years of institutional knowledge and experience! Chris discusses what this turnover means for good governa...

Delegate Amanda Batten talks about what's happening in this year's chaotic short session, including a conversation with Chris on parenting and education issues. As a former legislative assistant and now Delegate and Caucus Chair, she discuss shifts i...

Texas Parliamentarian Kay Crews explains her job and how it helps maintain fairness and order in chaos. She talks in detail about working on ranked choice voting in Virginia, and calls it the best job she's ever had! Get to …

Get to know Delegate Ellen Campbell (R-Rockbridge) as she shares stories from her life and political journey. Delegate Campbell talks about her legislative priorities and her pledge to continue the work and legacy of her late husband, Delegate Ronnie...

Chris continues discussing Virginia's 2023 elections, this time focusing on the eight districts that will determine the outcome and direction of the Virginia Senate.

Former Virginia Governor Douglas Wilder and Dr. Susan Gooden, Dean of the L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs, join Chris to talk about the Wilder School, the Commonwealth Poll, and much more. They discuss the recent results …

Senator Jennifer Boysko (D-Fairfax) stops by the studio again for a quick conversation about two bills she introduced this session (both bills have passed the Senate). Senator Boysko's SB1101 proposes paid family and medical leave. She is also sponso...

The Honorable Judge Chadwick Dotson joins Chris for a conversation about the parole process in Virginia. Judge Dotson explains what goes into the decision-making process and shares stories from his time on the bench. They discuss the history, what's ...

Delegate Chris Head returns for an interesting conversation about his legislation, the dynamics of this year's short session, Southwest Virginia culture, his run for senate in the 3rd district, and the Attorney General's Parole Board Report. Get to k...

Get to know delegate Michelle Maldonado (50th District)! An inspiring first term delegate in her second legislative session, she talks about the thought process that led her to political leadership - specifically the three moments that led her to say...

Director of the Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership, Larry Roberts, joins Chris for a thoughtful discussion on public leadership and reaching across party lines. They discuss how shifts in political parties, demographics, and generations have...

Chris continues discussing the 2023 elections and the importance of keeping a close eye on the nomination contests

Chris discusses the dynamics impacting Virginia's 2023 elections. With all 140 legislative seats soon on the ballot in newly drawn districts, some races with incumbents running against each other, the energy in the General Assembly can be intense! C...

VCTA, Broadband Association of Virginia, President Ray LaMura sits down for a conversation with Chris. They discuss the future of broadband in Virginia and what steps have been taken to ensure we are on the right path to get to …

Chris shares the sources he uses to analyze elections and stay informed! Top sources include the nonprofit Virginia Public Access Project (VPAP) . Check them out!

If you consider yourself an election nerd, this episode is for you! Virginia is viewed as a "bellwether." in national politics. The elections in our Commonwealth are often predictive of national outcomes and are closely watched by Democrats and Repu...

Season 1 of the VIP podcast ends with a great conversation featuring Richmond Mayor Levar Stoney! Get to know the Mayor and listen in as he and host Chris Saxman share stories and opinions. They discuss the issues impacting Virginia's …