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This VPM News supercast contains Central Virginia's news in just 5 to 10 minutes. Hosted by Kim Strother and VPM News editors, episodes are (usually) recorded the night before so you can wake up prepared.

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Recent Guests

Maurice Sanabria Ortiz
Founder, singer, and songwriter of Cadencia Orchestra
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Episode: 10/17/25 - State attorney general candidates debate in Richmond
Pamela Bridgewater
Former US Ambassador with a rich diplomacy background and author of "Bridging Troubled Waters"
Episode: 9/29/25 - Former US Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater
Abigail Spanberger
Former representative of Virginia's seventh congressional district and Democratic gubernatorial nominee.
Episode: 9/26/25 - Virginia’s next governor will be a commonwealth first
Winsome Earle-Sears
Current lieutenant governor of Virginia and Republican gubernatorial nominee.
Episode: 9/26/25 - Virginia’s next governor will be a commonwealth first
John Reid
Republican candidate for Lieutenant Governor and a political commentator.
WRVA
Episode: 9/22/25 - Interviews with Virginia’s next lieutenant governor
Stacey Jones
Founder of Mercy Mall, a charity providing essentials to those in need
Mercy Mall
Episode: 9/9/25 - Legislation to protect Virginians on PrEP hasn’t gone into effect
Emma Kelsey
Wrestler known as Erica Lee
RVA Pro Wrestling
Episode: 8/27/25 - ‘Finding Joy’ in local pro wrestling's kayfabe
Tim Stewart
Co-CEO of RVA Pro Wrestling, wrestler known as Timmy Danger
RVA Pro Wrestling
Episode: 8/27/25 - ‘Finding Joy’ in local pro wrestling's kayfabe
Nicholas Throckmorton
Wrestler known as Sledge Gibson
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Host

Kim Strother
Host of VPM Daily Newscast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 45 ratings
  • I start every day with it

    Sometimes NPR One will play VPM’s local news highlights automatically, but I can’t rely on it, so this is the first thing I play on my way to work every morning. Grateful for quality local news in an audio format and wish it was longer.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dave C804
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love the local news

    So interesting and we’ll put-together

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarchoftheMeguins
    United States2 years ago
  • Local news quick

    With the loss of more and more local newspapers, I only get national news. Great to have this outlet to know what is going on in Va.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sheriffsweetie
    United States4 years ago
  • Start my day here.

    I love having my coffee and listening first thing in the morning.

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nona Suzie
    United States5 years ago
  • Connected to what matters

    The content locally relevant and informative. Intresting stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NewsSplash
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the concise and informative coverage of local news, finding it a reliable source to start their day.
Many find the discussions engaging and well-prepared, enabling them to grasp significant developments quickly.
The podcast stands out for its relevance to local community issues, making it a favorite among those who want to stay connected to Central Virginia.

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10/13/25 - Richmond City’s registrar discusses recent vote errors
Q: How did the ballot errors happen and what is your office doing to prevent them from recurring?
Levine explained the steps taken to correct the ballot error and improve communication with voters, including issuing corrected ballots and adding information on the office's website.
10/13/25 - Richmond City’s registrar discusses recent vote errors
Q: What operational weaknesses did you find and deal with?
Levine highlighted the need for more hands-on training for poll workers and introduced mock election training to improve operational effectiveness.
9/29/25 - Former US Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater
Q: How did growing up in Fredericksburg help shape you as an ambassador?
Her experiences in a segregated school taught her about overcoming challenges and fostered inclusivity in her diplomatic work.
9/29/25 - Former US Ambassador Pamela Bridgewater
Q: Pamela Bridgewater, where did you serve as an ambassador and what were some of the major political issues that you were faced with?
Bridgewater served as ambassador in Benin, Ghana, and Jamaica, facing issues related to gender equality and democratic institution strengthening.
9/22/25 - Interviews with Virginia’s next lieutenant governor
Q: Can you talk a bit about where you stand on reproductive health care?
John Reid acknowledges his pro-life stance while emphasizing the need to stop extreme positions on the reproductive health debate.

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Offering concise updates, this podcast presents Central Virginia's local news in quick, digestible episodes lasting between 5 to 10 minutes. Each episode records the previous day's significant events, ensuring listeners are informed and ready for the day ahead. Through discussions on a wide range of topics, from the challenges of COVID-19 vaccinations to local political developments, it keeps the audience connected to their community's most pressing issues and highlights.

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