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In this episode, we're sitting down with Ethan Long, President and CEO of VIA Centers for Neurodevelopment. Managing a team that covers over half the state's geography, Ethan oversees work that's as complex as it is vital. There are no easy answers in this field, but VIA is dedicated to educating and training young people, supporting their families, and accelerating their paths to post-secondary success.This is the full, unedited version of our conversation. We’ll dive deep into the realities of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), VIA's impact, and how leadership can challenge a team to stay in a state of continuous improvement. It’s a discussion that sits at the intersection of healthcare, education, leadership, and the strengthening of our families.

Víkingur Ólafsson talks about his latest album with A Little Day Music host Lucas Currie

Continuing a treasured holiday tradition, the Met presents a new installment in its series of abridged opera adaptations for family audiences.

The Russian-language opera — based on the controversial poem of the same title by Mikhail Lermontov — was composed by composer, conductor, pianist, and pedagogue Anton Rubinstein (of no relation to pianist Arthur Rubinstein). This performance is conducted by Paul Daniel and stars Alexandros Stavrakakis (Prince Gudal), Ray Chenez (The Angel), Evgenia Muraveva (Tamara), and Nicolas Cavallier (The Demon).

Leader of Matt Mullins and The Bringdowns in a solo acoustic session.

A dramatic journey of undeniable force, Rigoletto was immensely popular from its premiere and remains fresh and powerful to this day.

Nearly 30 years ago, Angie Covey started at New River Community College as an adjunct instructor. Today, she oversees more than $25 million in assets as the Executive Director of the NRCC Educational Foundation.Join us on Naturally Curious as Angie discusses her unique path from NRCC graduate to executive leadership. We explore her commitment to providing "access to education for all" and how the Foundation has tripled its impact under her tenure.Learn more about the Foundation: www.nr.edu/foundation/

This episode of Naturally Curious features a deep dive into the life and work of Emily Hemphill...a reporter, writer, and future graduate student whose work spans the heart of Virginia. From her reporting at the Daily Progress in Charlottesville to her insightful long-form pieces for Cardinal News, Emily shares what truly drives a reporter to find the heart of a story. The conversation explores the complexities of segregation in Southwest Virginia and offers a preview of her upcoming book on the historic Christiansburg Institute.

In this episode of Naturally Curious, host Bruce C. Bryan sits down with Virginia’s senior senator, Mark Warner, for an in-depth conversation that moves beyond the typical political headlines. Senator Warner reflects on his unconventional path from a struggling entrepreneur in the early days of the cellular industry to serving as the Governor of the Commonwealth and eventually a United States Senator. The discussion offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at leadership on Capitol Hill, exploring the Senator’s commitment to bipartisanship and the value he places on building personal relationships to drive policy forward. From the serious challenges of navigating artificial intelligence to lighter moments—including his infamous COVID-era tuna fish sandwich video—this interview highlights the intellectual curiosity and human side of one of Virginia’s most prominent leaders.

A Little Day Music host Luke Currie speaks with Prof. Jake Hertzog about his upcoming Roanoke performance.