Talkline
47 Seasons
Talkline is a two hour call-in portrait of West Virginia, conducted by Dave Wilson & TJ Meadows. Through Talkline, MetroNews provides our listeners with unparalleled access to newsworthy figures and events, as well as the reactions and insight of neighbors across the state. The result is fine journalism and often great fun.
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Talkline for Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Episode 1
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Jim Estep, Ashley Horst, Bobby Iddings, Tim Ferguson, and Jeff Monosso.
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1:51:54Episode 2Talkline for Monday, March 30th, 2026
Episode 2
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Albert Wright, Jonathan Savage, Eric Tarr, George Pelletier, Cindy Lavender-Bowe, and Dr. Joseph Jones.
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1:51:17Episode 3Talkline for Friday, March 27, 2026
Episode 3
We dive into Google bringing Data Centers to WV, the demise of CBS Radio, and National Politics with Chris Stirewalt, plus Friday is Steam Release!
Stay informed with the latest news from the Mountain State and beyond.
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1:54:01Episode 4Talkline for Thursday, March 26, 2026
Episode 4
On today’s MetroNews Talkline, we cover major developments in West Virginia politics, federal leadership, and the state’s economic outlook.
Guests include:
🔹 Amelia Knisley – WV Watch
🔹 U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito – West Virginia
🔹 Hoppy Kercheval – MetroNews Talkline Host
🔹 Chad Prather ... -
Talkline for Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Episode 5
On today’s MetroNews Talkline, we break down political attack ads, national security concerns, and the potential impact of a DHS shutdown.
Guests include:
🔹 Dave Wilson & TJ Meadows – Discussion on Smith PAC attack ads
🔹 William “Burner” Dunn – Retired USMC Colonel (drone activity over Louisian... -
1:54:03Episode 6Talkline for Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Episode 6
Today on MetroNews Talkline, we focus on West Virginia’s data center discussions, economic development, and legislative updates.
Guests include:
🔹 John Hardy – Berkeley County Commissioner (on local data center meeting)
🔹 Jason Pizatella – CEO, WV Contractors Association
🔹 Shawn Fluharty – Ohio... -
1:53:59Episode 7Talkline for Monday, March 23, 2026
Episode 7
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Dan Parks, Heidi Edwards, Margaret Workman, Alexandria Donathan, and Joe Brocato
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1:53:59Episode 8Talkline for Friday, March 20th, 2026
Episode 8
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Howard Monroe, Dave Allen, Greg Carey, and Chris Stirewalt. Plus end the week with Steam Release!
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Talkline for Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Episode 9
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Eric Tarr, Marc Goldwein, Greg Carey, Larry Pack, Jared Halpern, and Ashley Horst.
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1:53:53Episode 10Talkline for Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Episode 10
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Clay Riley, Jonathan Savage, Mike Hornby, Jim Crews, Mike Pushkin, Dale Lee, and Greg Carey.
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1:53:58Episode 11Talkline for Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Episode 11
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Steven Allen Adams, Amy Nichole Grady, Bryan Hughes, Elliot Pritt, Jared Halpern, and JB Akers.
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1:54:02Episode 12Talkline for Monday, March 16, 2026
Episode 12
Today Dave is joined by Brad McElhinny, Amelia Ferrell Knisely, Geno Chiarelli, Jonathan Savage, and Kyle Wiggs
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1:54:00Episode 13Talkline for Friday, March 13, 2026
Episode 13
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Brad McElhinny, Daniel Woods, and Chris Stirewalt. Plus the week ends with another Steam Release!
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1:53:59Episode 14Talkline for Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Episode 14
On the last day of legislature broadcasts, Dave and TJ are joined by Amelia Ferrell Knisely, Brad McElhinny, Scott Heckert, Daniel Woods, Ben Queen, and Brian Dayton.
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1:53:57Episode 15Talkline for Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Episode 15
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Ryan Weld, Steven Allen Adams, Kyle Wiggs, Mike Woelful, and Amy Nichole Grady.
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1:53:58Episode 16Talkline for Tuesday, March 10th, 2026
Episode 16
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Tom Takubo, Shelley Moore Capito, Adam Burkhammer, Wayne Ryan, Jim Bailey, and Brad McElhinny.
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1:53:55Episode 17Talkline for Monday, March 9th, 2026
Episode 17
On today's special edition of MetroNews Talkline, Dave and TJ take hour one and speak with Kayla Young, Brad McElhinny, and Dr. Lyle Burgoon. Then, Hoppy Kercheval returns to the host chair for a special hour on the war in Iran. Hoppy's guests include Chris Stirewalt, Scott Anderson, Mark Dubow...
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1:53:51Episode 18Talkline for Friday, March 6th, 2026
Episode 18
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Jason Barrett, Brad McElhinny, and Dale Lee. Plus the latest edition of Steam Release!
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1:53:49Episode 19Talkline for Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Episode 19
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Brian Helton, Brad McElhinny, Amelia Ferrell Knisely, Tom Susman, and Darren Grubb.
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1:53:45Episode 20Talkline for Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Episode 20
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Jay Taylor, Brad McElhinny, Ross Robinson, David McKinley Jr., Jason Pizatella, and Steven Allen Adams.
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1:53:46Episode 21Talkline for Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Episode 21
Today Dave and TJ are joined by Joey Garcia, Hoppy Kercheval, Brad McElhinny, Amy Nichole Grady, Patrick Morrisey, and Dr. Bethany Meighen
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1:54:05Episode 22Talkline for Monday, March 2, 2026
Episode 22
West Virginia politics, state revenue updates, and national security headlines lead today’s episode of MetroNews Talkline.
Guests include:
🔹 Robert Bolton – Political Science, Fairmont State
🔹 Jonathan Savage – Fox News correspondent on Operation Epic Fury
🔹 Ryan Weld – Brooke County Senator
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