Hotline
14 Seasons
MetroNews Hotline with Dave Weekley is your fast-paced, freewheeling companion for the drive home — live weekdays from 3 to 6 PM across the MetroNews Radio Network. Hosted by veteran broadcaster Dave Weekley alongside Coop, the show blends sports, pop culture, music, tech, and breaking news with a rotating lineup of expert contributors and colorful recurring guests. With signature segments like "IN or OUT," "Pick One," and “Buy or Sell,” Hotline delivers sharp takes, smart laughs, and something new every day — all from the heart of West Virginia.
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(6/30/26) Welcome inside the heat dome, my friend.
Episode 1
🎵 Kim Wilson, the legendary lead singer of the Fabulous Thunderbirds, stops by the studio to sit down and chat with Dave about his iconic music career and what the band has coming up next.
🏈 Dave Bryan from Steelers Depot hops on with Dave to break down all the latest roster moves, minicamp stand... -
(6/29/26) Let's go to Ryan... what's the weather like? I don't know.
Episode 2
🍳 James Beard Award winner Chef Paul Smith hangs out with Dave to answer your kitchen questions, share smart cooking hacks, and talk about the reality of running a restaurant.
✨ Kristyn Burtt from Hollywood Dirt stops by to give us the latest entertainment scoop and all the juicy details on your ... -
(6/26/26) I didn't bring a jacket. So I am just living the positive life.
Episode 3
🍺 Pat Strader joins Coop for #BeerFriday to share his top weekend brew recommendations.
⚾ Sportsline co-host Brad Howe drops in to talk about the Mountaineers.
🎸 Aristotle Jones drops in with a look at the best new music releases and where you can experience them live. -
(6/25/26) We can't get anymore people on this program with a crowbar
Episode 4
💰 Shelly Hussell from Huntington Bank drops in for "Money Minutes" to share smart tips on managing your money, navigating the stock market, and making the right investments.
🎶 Longtime Mountain Stage host Larry Groce stops in with the inside scoop on upcoming live shows and the fantastic musical ... -
(6/24/26) Coop, I almost had to break out the space heater for the porch
Episode 5
⚾ The "Voice of the Mountaineers," Tony Caridi, pops by to break down all the latest news, storylines, and updates coming out of the WVU athletic department.
🏈 Jeff Erickson from RotoWire.com joins Dave to help you fine-tune your strategy, optimize your lineups, and lock in those crucial fantasy... -
(6/23/26) We're all in our places with bright, shining faces
Episode 6
🏈 Dave Bryan from Steelers Depot hops on with Dave to break down all the latest roster moves and offseason changes the Pittsburgh Steelers have been making.
🃏 Jeremy Stout from Select Cards and Collectibles joins the show to chat about the trading card market, sports memorabilia trends, and any c... -
(6/22/26) Is your mic on? Coop, can you hear me? It's you Ryan.
Episode 7
🍳 James Beard Award winner Chef Paul Smith hangs out with Dave to answer your kitchen questions, share smart cooking hacks, and talk about the reality of running a restaurant.
✨ Kristyn Burtt from Hollywood Dirt stops by to give us the latest entertainment scoop and all the juicy details on your ... -
(6/19/26) They weren't pushing the panic button... but they were finding it.
Episode 8
🎙️ Mike Asti from WV Sports Now joins Dave to break down all the biggest news and headlines moving through the Mountaineer athletic department.
🍺 Pat Strader stops by for #BeerFriday to chat with Dave about the absolute best brews to enjoy while catching some sun this weekend.
🎸 Appalachian soul ... -
(6/18/26) When was the last time you came to work with no sleep?
Episode 9
📺 Germain Lussier (Gizmodo) joins Dave to break down the biggest new movies heading to the big screens this week.
🎶 Longtime Mountain Stage host Larry Groce stops in with the inside scoop on upcoming shows and the fantastic musical guests lined up to perform.
📈 Veteran stock journalist Amy Smith ... -
(6/17/26) Three alive gentleman on the radio.
Episode 10
⚾ Jeff Erickson from RotoWire.com joins Dave to help you fine-tune your strategy, optimize your lineups, and lock in those fantasy league wins.
🚀 “This Week In Space” podcast host Rod Pyle drops by to talk about all things space and the latest interstellar news.
📱 Owen Pool, CNET Video Produce... -
(6/16/26) Coop, I was so busy watching a ballgame , I almost forgot our program
Episode 11
🏈 Dave Bryan from Steelers Depot hops on with Dave to break down all the latest roster moves and offseason changes the Steelers have been making.
🏒 Hotline Hockey specialist Alex Wiederspiel pops in to talk all things NHL and the battle for the Stanley Cup.
🏈 Former NFL All-Pro cornerback Carl Le... -
(6/15/26) Halfway home in the month of June. Who would've believed it?
Episode 12
👨🍳 Award-winning Chef Paul Smith joins the show to talk food, restaurants, and what's happening in West Virginia's culinary scene.
🎶 Michael Lipton from the West Virginia Music Hall of Fame stops by to discuss the artists and stories that have shaped the state's rich musical heritage.
🏈 Kevin ... -
(6/12/26) We made it to Friday, and not a moment to soon.
Episode 13
Pat Strader joins Coop for #BeerFriday to break down the best local brews and craft beers you definitely need to try out this weekend.
⚾ Sportsline co-host Brad Howe drops in with all the insight, matchups, and a full preview ahead of WVU’s massive Game 1 clash against Troy in the College World S... -
2:56:58Episode 14
(6/11/26) Was there ever a doubt?
Episode 14
💰 Matt Harris (Huntington Bank) drops in for "Money Minutes" to share smart tips on managing your money, navigating stocks, and making the right investments.
🎶 Longtime Mountain Stage host Kathy Mattea stops by with the exclusive scoop on upcoming shows and the musical guests lined up to perform.... -
1:31:18Episode 15
(6/10/26) A lot of stuff coming up.....
Episode 15
🎙️ David Schultz from the Locked on Sun Belt Podcast drops by to give us the inside scoop on Troy University, WVU’s big opponent in Friday’s game.
⚾ Tony Caridi, the voice of the Mountaineers, steps up to the mic to give you the absolute latest updates on the WVU Baseball team and their road to O... -
(6/9/26) Coop, I don't have the exact temperature so I am just going to call it.
Episode 16
⚾ Dave Bryan from Steelers Depot hops on with Dave to break down all the latest roster moves and offseason changes the Steelers have been making.
🏒 Hotline Hockey specialist Alex Wiederspiel pops in to talk all things NHL and league updates.
🃏 Steve Wittington from Select Cards and Collectibles j... -
(6/8/26) Coop, it's a Kanawha Valley hot box out there.
Episode 17
🎓 John Waltz, Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing for West Virginia Wesleyan, joins Dave to chat about the big announcement of the 2026 West Virginia Scholar Program finalists.
🍳 James Beard Award-winning Chef Paul Smith is stopping by the Hotline to talk all things food, share some kitche... -
(6/5/26) When was the last time we came on and WV was playing in a sports event?
Episode 18
🍺 Pat Strader stops by for another edition of #BeerFriday to chat with Dave about the best brews to kick back with while you're out enjoying the great weather this weekend.
⚾ Brad Howe, co-host of Sportsline, drops in to give Dave the full lowdown on everything that went down in today's WVU vs. C... -
(6/4/26) I got the day & year correct. Check mark, in the doctor's notebook.
Episode 19
📺 Germain Lussier from Gizmodo joins Dave to chat about why the new Scary Movie mostly misses the mark, plus a look at Backrooms hitting the $100 million club in less than a week.
🎶 Longtime Mountain Stage host Kathy Mattea stops by with the exclusive scoop on upcoming shows and the musical guest... -
(6/3/26) Kids believe that people become old at 49 years old.
Episode 20
⚾ Jeff Erickson from RotoWire.com joins Dave to help you optimize and lock in your fantasy league lineups.
🎶 "Mighty John" The Record Guy is dropping in to chat with Dave all about vinyl records and music history.
🍎 Robb Reel from Up 'Reel' Early is dropping in to chat with Dave about tomorrow's ... -
2:56:54Episode 21
(6/2/26) Where's he going?
Episode 21
🏈 Dave Bryan from Steelers Depot is hopping on with Dave to break down all the latest roster moves and changes the Steelers have been making.
🏒 Then, our Hotline Hockey specialist Alex Wiederspiel pops in to talk all things NHL.
⚾ Plus, Anthony Lewis, our Mountaineer Insider, is stopping by to ge... -
(6/1/26) I had a lot of stuff planned for this year and it's already June 1st.
Episode 22
👨🍳 Chef Paul Smith, a James Beard Award winner, is hanging out with Dave to answer your questions on cooking hacks, meal prep, and the reality of running a restaurant.
💃 Kristyn Burtt from Hollywood Dirt is stopping by to give us the latest scoop and all the juicy details on your favorite celeb...