15 Best Virginia News Podcasts

1. The Virginia Press Room

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The Virginia Press Room is a weekly podcast that brings listeners the latest insights and analysis on Virginia's most important stories directly from the journalists covering them. Produced in collaboration between VPM and the Virginia Public Access Project, the series is hosted by journalist and author, Michael Pope, and features a rotating cast of reporters from the Virginia press corps...more Producer/Network VPM
Email ****@vpm.org
Location Richmond, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Elizabeth Beyer, Shaban Athuman +23 more
Apple Rating 4.9/5Apple Reviews 79 Avg Length 34 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact Get access to full database of 2.7M podcastsCreate podcast lists, export in spreadsheet or CSV file with email contacts and start your podcast outreach in minutes.Sign Up for Free with Email Continue with Google

2. VPM Daily Newscast

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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.more Hosts Benjamin Dolle, Phil Liles, Kim Strother
Producer/Network VPM
Email ****@vpm.org
Location Richmond, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 34Facebook 24.8KTwitter 11.1KInstagram 22.4K Avg Length 7 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

3. RVA's Got Issues

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RVA's Got Issues examines the big issues defining life in and around Richmond, Virginia. What's being done to keep housing affordable? How do we combat gun violence? What's with all the vape shops? Every Wednesday, host Rich Meagher takes a deep dive into complex issues that impact Richmond, providing clear analysis through conversations with public officials, reporters, activists and community members.more Producer/Network VPM
Email ****@vpm.org
Location Richmond, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Recent Guests Jennifer Wakefield, Amy Turner +35 more
Apple Rating 4.4/5Apple Reviews 28 Avg Length 31 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

4. Richmond's Morning News with Rich Herrera

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On Richmond's Morning News our team discusses the top stories of the dayfrom around the world, nationally, in Virginia, and right here in theRichmond area.  Listen to news you can use, newsmakers, and analysis ofwhat's happening every weekday from 5:30 to 10:00 AM on NewsRadio 1140 WRVAand 96.1 FM! more Host John Reid
Producer/Network Audacy
Email ****@entercom.com
Location Richmond, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 1k-10k
Apple Rating 3.9/5Apple Reviews 26Facebook 17.8KTwitter 1.1K Avg Length 14 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

5. Virginia On Demand

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Radio IQ's Virginia On Demand is a weekday podcast hosted by Jeff Bossert. It's a collection of the day's top stories and featured stories from the Radio IQ news team as well as contributing reporters and newsrooms across the state. Each episode features the latest in politics, Virginia's culture, and more alongside the weather delivered in 15 minutes or less.more Producer/Network Jeff Bossert
Email ****@vt.edu
Location Roanoke, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 7 Avg Length 13 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

6. The Cardinal: News of Virginia

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The Cardinal: News of Virginia , by Cardinal News, is your weekly deep dive into the stories shaping Southwest and Southside Virginia. This podcast takes you beyond the headlines with exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes perspectives from Cardinal News reporters. Stay informed and connected to the stories that matter most in your community.more Producer/Network Cardinal News
Location Roanoke, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guest Matt Busse
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 10Facebook 22.4KTwitter 3.7KInstagram 3.9K Avg Length 22 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

7. Charlottesville Community Engagement

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Regular updates of what's happening in local and regional government in and around Charlottesville, Virginia from an award-winning journalist with nearly thirty years of experience. communityengagement.substack.commore Host Sean Tubbs
Producer/Network Town Crier Productions
Email ****@substack.com
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.3/5Apple Reviews 11 Avg Length 35 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

8. WMRA Daily

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The WMRA Daily brings you the latest local, regional and statewide news for the Shenandoah Valley and Central Virginia.
Producer/Network Bob Leweke
Email ****@jmu.edu
Location Harrisonburg, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Jeff Schapiro, Cathy Rec
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 5Facebook 4KInstagram 1.1K Avg Length 12 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

9. BLACK VIRGINIA NEWS

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We give you the no B.S. truth in an era of lying. 🔥 BLACK VIRGINIA NEWS is the go-to platform exclusively dedicated to covering ALL of Black Virginia — the first and only one of its kind. Tap in and subscribe: blackvirginianews.substack.com ✨ We spotlight the voices that matter — newsmakers, bold interviews, sharp commentary, and real news — all with that unmistakable Virginia flavor. 🎙️Our podcast? No fluff, no filler, just facts — straight talk that cuts through the noise and tells it like it is. We shine a light on what others overlook...more Host Lauren Victoria Burke
Producer/Network Black Virginia News
Email ****@substack.com
Location Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Bennie Thompson, Terri Sewell +10 more
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 6Facebook 637Twitter 1.2K Avg Length 28 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

10. WHRO Reports

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A collection of WHRO feature news including WHRO stories, interviews and in-depth reporting from Southeastern Virginia.
Producer/Network WHRO Public Media
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Location Norfolk, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 3.7/5Apple Reviews 5 Avg Length 2 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

11. WFIR News Express

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This podcast brings you daily Roanoke Valley and Virginia news in a quick format. Listen to the news on your schedule!
Producer/Network WFIR News
Email ****@wfirnews.com
Location Roanoke, Virginia, United States
Facebook 2.6KTwitter 2KInstagram 706 Avg Length 10 min Format Bite size Get Email Contact

12. The ARLnow Podcast

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Smart discussions about Arlington, Virginia local news with ARLnow's reporting staff, plus interviews with local newsmakers.
Producer/Network ARLnow.com
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Arlington, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Apple Rating 4.6/5Apple Reviews 13Facebook 71KTwitter 56.8KInstagram 37.9K Avg Length 30 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact

13. The New Dominion Podcast

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Coverage of Virginia politics from the Fredericksburg area featuring Marty Davis (FXBG Advance).
Host Shaun Kenney
Producer/Network Martin Davis
Email ****@gmail.com
Location Fredericksburg, Virginia, United States
Estimated Monthly Listeners 100-1k
Recent Guests Shuan Kenny, Cori Blanch +7 more
Apple Rating 4.5/5Apple Reviews 3Twitter 10 Avg Length 63 min Format Long form Get Email Contact

14. Virginia Insider

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I'm Uriah Kiser, and I've been a local news publisher and reporter in Virignia for nearly 20 years. Welcome to Virginia Insider — straight news + honest commentary from across the Commonwealth.From NoVA growth to Richmond politics, Tidewater to the Shenandoah Valley & Southwest VA, I cover what matters to you.No spin. Just facts, context & real talk. Subscribe & stay informed together. Thanks for listening!more Producer/Network Uriah Kiser
Location Virginia, United States
Apple Rating 5/5Apple Reviews 1 Avg Length 16 min Format Short form Get Email Contact

15. Potomac Local News

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Join Uriah Kiser, founder and publisher of Potomac Local News, for straightforward conversations about the issues that matter most to families and communities in Fredericksburg, Manassas, Woodbridge, Stafford, and across Northern Virginia.We feature in-depth interviews with local newsmakers — elected officials, community leaders, nonprofit directors, educators, and everyday residents — plus clear analysis of the headlines shaping your daily life...more Producer/Network Uriah Kiser
Location Virginia, United States
Facebook 28.2KInstagram 1.8K Avg Length 27 min Format Medium form Get Email Contact