RVA’s Got Issues

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RVA’s Got Issues delves into politics and big issues in the news that are defining life in and around Richmond, Virginia. Should taxes be raised to build a new baseball stadium? Should old schools get a makeover or be replaced? Are more bike lanes a good idea? Host Rich Meagher will speak with guests who shed light on the present, past and future implications of these questions. And in a time when faith in government is at an all-time low, many people say they can’t make a difference in pol...

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Richmond’s Food Safety Net

Mar 4th, 2026 5:00 AM

The federal government may be cutting food benefits, drastically - is Richmond ready? What does the safety net for hunger look like in RVA? What COULD it look like, and how do we get there? Guests: Eddie Oliver, Federation of Virginia Food Banks Ayanna Ogaldez and Irina Rogova, MADRVA Kimberly Battle, VCU School of Nursing

Pedestrian Safety in Richmond

Feb 25th, 2026 5:00 AM

Richmond has a plan called Vision Zero – the goal is zero pedestrian deaths. But so far this year, that goal seems farther away than ever. Rich talks to experts to ask: what are we doing to make our city safer, and is it enough? To learn more about pedestrian safety in Richmond, check out VPM's Curious Commonwealth: Curious Commonwealth asks: How does Richmond prioritize road safety work? Guests: Tara Fitzpatrick, GreaterRichmondFit4Kids Richard Hankins, Partnership for Smarter Growth Whittney Evans, VPM News

Sarah Abubaker on Budgets and Thinking Big

Feb 18th, 2026 5:00 AM

Last year, the Richmond City Council’s Sarah Abubaker had a lot to say about the budget process. Now we're heading into the budget season again. Rich sits down with Sarah to talk about what's changed, how we could think bigger, and the balance of power in Richmond. Guest: Sarah Abubaker, 4th District Representative for the Richmond City Council

RVA's Got Issues: Season 4

Feb 11th, 2026 5:00 AM

RVA's Got Issues returns for its fourth season, bringing you stories about the important issues shaping Richmond, Virginia. Hear directly from key leaders; discover how the federal government impacts your community; and listen to inspiring stories about the people in your own backyard who are making change. Follow us on @RichGotIssues for bonus content and download e wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Wednesday.

Odie Donald: Richmond’s New CAO

Dec 24th, 2025 5:00 AM

Richmond’s had a good run lately, but it always seems like it prospers in spite of city government, not because of it. Can Mayor Avula and his new Chief Administrative Officer, Odie Donald, finally be the ones who turn that around? Rich sits down with Odie to find out. RVA's Got Issues will be taking a break for the holidays, but will be back with new episodes early in the new year. Guest: Odie Donald, Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Richmond

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