Talkline Tapes

Talkline Tapes

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 Tapes
  • Joe Manchin on Ride for the Fallen

    Thursday marked the 9th Annual Ride for Fallen Service Heroes starting at the West Virginia State Capitol. Joe Manchin will be attending, and riding in the event and he joins Talkline to share his excitement for motorcycling and Ride for the Fallen.

  • Rusty Williams on Amendment 1

    Rusty Williams is a patient advocate speaking on behalf of Death with Dignity. Rusty joins Talkline to discuss Amendment 1, which would prohibit physician assisted suicide through codification in the state Constitution, and his personal story that inspired him to speak out against Amendment 1.

  • Brad Howe on Firing of Jordan Lesley

    Tuesday news broke that WVU had parted ways with Defensive Coordinator Jordan Lesley. MetroNews Sports' Brad Howe joins Talkline to discuss the surprise firing, as well as the importance of this being a decision Neal Brown made himself.

  • Deak Kersey on Mingo Co. Ballot Issues

    “678 People showed up to vote and didn’t have the right candidates on their ballot.” Deak Kersey is the Chief of Staff for the West Virginia Secretary of State and he joins Talkline to detail what happened to cause the Mingo County ballot issues, and the ongoing investigation.

  • Post Debate Panel Takeaways

    Last night's Gubernatorial debate between candidates Patrick Morrisey and Steve Williams touched on just some of West Virginia's biggest issues. MetroNews' Brad McElhinny, West Virginia Watch's Amelia Ferrell Knisely, and Ogden Newspapers' Steven Allen Adams join Talkline to give their biggest ta...

  • Teresa Toriseva Talks Her Campaign

    Teresa Toriseva is a Democratic Candidate for WV Attorney General and she joined Talkline this morning to discuss her campaign and what will be her focus if she is voted Attorney General.

  • Hoppy and Co. Preview Debate

    Tonight LIVE on MetroNews Television and other statewide stations West Virginia Gubernatorial candidates Patrick Morrisey and Steve Williams will have a debate hosted by Hoppy. Ahead of the debate, MetroNews' Brad McElhinny and Ogden Newspapers' Steven Allen Adams join Talkline to preview the deb...

  • Mike Nolting on WWII Aviator Funeral

    After 80 years, a World War II airman will be buried in his hometown of Kingwood. Jay Ross Manown had his remains identified, and returned to Kingwood where he will be laid to rest. WAJR’s Mike Nolting joins Talkline with the full story.

  • Thornton Cooper on Secretary of State Race

    Thornton Cooper is the Democratic Candidate for Secretary of State running opposite of Republican Kris Warner. Thornton joins Talkline for a discussion on his campaign and what he's looking to correct if he takes office.

  • Eric Tarr on Amendment 1

    Eric Tarr is the Senate Finance Committee Chariman and he joins Talkline to discuss Amendment 1 which would outlaw “the practice of medically assisted suicide, euthanasia, or mercy killing of a person.”

  • Brad McElhinny with PEIA Update

    State retirees are bracing for higher prices as the Public Employees Insurance Agency's latest proposal sees a sharp increase in cost. MetroNews' Brad McElhinny has been following the latest in PEIA changes and joins Talkline with the latest update.

  • Tony Caridi Previews WVU-Arizona

    The Mountaineers travel to Tucson to take on new Big 12 opponent Arizona Wildcats. Tony Caridi, Play-By-Play Announcer for the Mountaineers joins Talkline to look at Saturday’s tilt that will put the heat on both teams.

  • Joe Manchin on the Election

    “The whole world is watching what happens on November 5th in the United States of America.” Ahead of next Tuesday’s election, Joe Manchin joins Talkline for a discussion on the 2024 races and the importance of voting given the projected tight race for President.

  • Brad McElhinny with PEIA Latest

    PEIA continues to be an important topic in West Virginia as rates are expected to see increased costs moving forward. PEIA firms are expecting pushback. MetroNews Statewide Correspondent Brad McElhinny has been following closely, and he joins Talkline to give updates and forecast what could come ...

  • David Foster on West Virginia

    “In West Virginia I find hope, rather than expectation.” David Foster is an international journalist for TRT World and is visiting West Virginia for a future story. David joins Talkline for a discussion on West Virginia and its people and politics.

  • Glenn Elliott on Senate Campaign

    Former Wheeling Mayor Glenn Elliott is the Democratic Candidate for U.S. Senate racing against Jim Justice. With Election Day just under 2 weeks away, and early voting beginning today Glenn Elliott joins Talkline to discuss his race vs Jim Justice.

  • Wes Holden on Independent Congressional Campaign

    Wes Holden served in the U.S. Army, is a former worker with Jay Rockefeller for 38 years, and now is an Independent running for the Congressional seat in the 1st District of West Virginia opposing Carol Miller. Wes joins Talkline to discuss his campaign and what he wants to achieve in Congress.

  • Mac Warner on Early Voting

    Early voting for the 2024 General Election begins Wednesday, October 23 in West Virginia. WV Secretary of State Mac Warner joins Talkline to give important information on early voting and the 2024 election.

  • Erika Kolenich on Campaign for Governor

    Erika Kolenich is the Libertarian candidate for West Virginia Governor and she joined Talkline this morning to talk about her Libertarian roots, and Libertarians’ positions on some of the state’s most pressing issues.

  • Rob Rupp on '24 Presidential Race

    Two weeks from Election Day and there is no clear front-runner for the nation's next President. Rob Rupp is a retired Political Science Professor from West Virginia Wesleyan, and he joins Talkline to discuss the 2024 Presidential Race and its razor-thin margin.

  • Fire Chief on Beckley Mansion Fire

    “It was definitely arson,” Mabscott, WV Fire Chief Tim Zutaut said of a house previously owned by former WV Governor Hulett Smith that caught fire Sunday night. Zutaut joins Talkline to discuss the fire and their ongoing investigation.

  • Tony Caridi Recaps WVU-Kansas State

    Following their home loss to Big 12 foe Kansas State Saturday night, WVU is looking to regroup and move forward. Tony Caridi joins Talkline to look at Saturday's game and how WVU can attempt to bounce back.

  • Brad McElhinny on Amendment 1

    Amendment 1, which is aimed to "protect West Virginians against medically assisted suicide" is up for voting this election day. MetroNews Statewide Correspondent Brad McElhinny joins Talkline to review the proposed amendment and how to vote this Election Day.

  • Amelia Ferrell Knisely on Foster Care

    Amelia Ferrell Knisely is a reporter for West Virginia Watch who has reported on foster care in West Virginia and its issues. Amelia joins Talkline to talk foster care struggles following her latest report sharing that some foster children are staying at hotels and shelters.