Town Talk With Ted Schubel Podcast

   

Heard every weekday morning from 8-9am on NewsTalk 1230, WFVA, host Ted Schubel talks with Fredericksburg, Virginia, area leaders about events and issues affecting the region.

 

Town Talk REcent Episodes

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Spotsylvania Fire, Rescue & Emergency Management

Lt. Tom Cornell and Fire Chief Jay Cullinan join us to talk about holiday fire safety at a time of year when risks are at their highest. From cooking and kitchen hazards to heating and electrical safety,

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LISTEN: Delegate Bobby Orrock

After 36 years representing Spotsylvania and Caroline counties in the General Assembly, Bobby Orrock will not return to Richmond in January. The longtime delegate reflects on his loss in November, the legislation and issues he’s most proud

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Techs in the Burg

Dave the Computer Guy joins us to discuss why properly recycling old electronics matters and how to protect your personal information in the new year. He explains that strong online security doesn’t have to be complicated, pointing

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Arsenal Events

If you’ve run in a local race recently, there’s a good chance Arsenal Events was behind the timing and organization. Kristen Loescher joins us to look back at a busy year, including the growth and success of

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LISTEN: Town Talk/UMW Basketball

University of Mary Washington men’s basketball coach Marcus Kahn and women’s coach Deena Applebury talk about what makes Division III athletics unique. With no athletic scholarships, they say players truly compete for the love of the game,

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Dr. Stephen Farnsworth

The University of Mary Washington’s Dr. Stephen Farnsworth joins us to break down the latest developments in Virginia politics, including the ongoing redistricting debate and what it could mean for future elections. We also examine Governor Youngkin’s

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LISTEN: Town Talk/HFFI Christmas Candlelight Tour

The Historic Fredericksburg Foundation’s 55th Christmas Candlelight Tour returns this weekend, and Preservationist Danae Peckler and Board Member Debbie Pederson join us with a preview. This year’s tour features a colonial focus, highlighting some of Fredericksburg’s most

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Central Rappahannock Regional Library

Deputy Executive Director Adriana Puckett and Executive Director Rebecca Purdy look back at 2025, highlighting a year of growth and innovation across the Central Rappahannock Regional Library system.   They discuss classes and events, service and access, and

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LISTEN: Town Talk/Mary Washington Healthcare Advanced Stroke Care

Stroke Program Manager Susan Halpin and Neurosurgeon Dr. John Muse outline major advancements in neurological care now available at Mary Washington Healthcare.  They discuss how expanded capabilities are improving outcomes for stroke patients, including updates on the

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LISTEN: Town Talk/FAMFaire

Fredericksburg Area Museum Events and Operations Manager Stacy Combs previews this Saturday’s FAMFaire, running 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at Market Square. Inspired by classic German holiday markets, the event will fill the square with artisan vendors,