WCHS Network Podcasts
Podcasts from the award winning News, Talk, and Sports leader in the Charleston, WV area.
09/21/2026 Retire Right Radio with John Burdette
On Retire Right Radio, Host Dale Cooper and John Burdette from www.FourthAvenueFinancial.com discuss financial planning for different eras of your life and general strategies. Hear the encore presentation Monday at 1:00pm on our sister station, Charleston Business Radio 95.3 | 680 WKAZ
Phone: (304) 746-7977
More info: http://bit.ly/2zcZV4e
09/21/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Dylan Hackworth, Ashley Alford-Glance, Danny Jones
Dylan Hackworth of Glasgow Volunteer Fire Department on fundraising for their Breakfast with Santa, Ashley Alford-Glance of Putnam County Chamber of Commerce on their "Get A Life" program they do with the State Treasurer's Office, and former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones.
The Protect College Sports Act (S.4668): A Discussion
This episode dives into the new Senate bill up for consideration, The Protect College Sports Act. Hollis gives an overview before the discussion dives deep into the matter. From contracts to school affiliation, conference realignment to revenue sharing, and a host of other issues, this discussion touches on several of the toughest matters hitting college sports today. Let's Talk! With Carl Lee, Hollis Lewis, Lisa Otey, and Producer Matt Murphy.
09/17/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Jason Quintrell, Tom Minturn, Dana Ferrell
Jason Quintrell of Union Mission and Tom Minturn of Chick fil A on Union Mission getting a huge grant from Chick fil A, and Delegate Dana Ferrell.
09/17/2026 Ask the Lawyer with Tom Peyton
Host Dale Cooper and Harvey or Tom from the Peyton Law Firm discuss legal issues from listeners and matters affecting local politics.
More info: www.PeytonLawFirm.com
(304) 755-5556
2801 1st Ave, Nitro, WV 25143
The Peyton Law Firm was founded more than 30 years ago by Harvey Peyton, who was joined by his son, Tom Peyton. For more than 50 years, the Peyton team has successfully represented clients in courtrooms throughout WV and southeastern Ohio. The firm is known for its active community involvement and straightforward advice.
09/16/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Millie Snyder, Trey Jones, Ascend WV
Millie Snyder and friends, West Virginia State University Vice President for University Advancement Trey Jones on their Capital Campaign Celebration, Mara Boggs of Charleston Area Alliance, Dr. Danny Twilley of the Brad and Alys Smith Outdoor Economic Development Collaborative and Dr. Michelle Foster of Kanawha Valley Foundation.
09/16/2026 Ask the Expert with Foster Foundation Repair
Join us for a concise, informative discussion with Brett Hodgdon of Foster Foundation Repair. In this episode, we explore essential foundation and basement care, addressing maintenance, weather impacts, and effective solutions. Brett shares his expertise and practical advice for homeowners. Don't miss these valuable insights!
Contact Foster Foundation Repair:
Phone: (304) 776-6263
Address: 4226 Woodrum Ln, Charleston WV 25313
Website: www.fosterfoundationrepair.com
The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - JB McCuskey, Tonya Perry, Rusty Webb
Attorney General JB McCuskey, Tonya Perry of Tickers and Timbers on the new Capitol Horror Haunted House coming to the former Rock City Cake Company building, and Rusty Webb on Thunder in the Mountains tennis event.
09/14/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Dr. Christopher Treadway, Danny Jones
Dr. Christopher Treadway from BridgeValley Community and Technical College, and former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones.
Retire Right Radio – Dan Smithson: Mortgages, HELOCs, Credit Scores, and Navigating Today's Home Buying Market
With John Burdett out, Dale Cooper welcomes Dan Smithson, CEO of Star USA Federal Credit Union in Charleston — recently named the best credit union in West Virginia by Forbes — to cover the mortgage landscape. Smithson walks through what first-time buyers and refinancers need to have in order before approaching a lender, including credit score awareness, budgeting, and the dangers of online lead-generation mortgage sites that funnel personal information to marketing companies rather than direct lenders. The conversation covers PMI, adjustable rate mortgages with three- and five-year lock periods, and a detailed breakdown of HELOCs — including Star USA's prime-minus-0.25% line available up to...
09/14/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Dr. Christopher Treadway, Danny Jones
Dr. Christopher Treadway from BridgeValley Community and Technical College, and former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones.
WVU and MU Get Totally Different Results, NCAA Officiating, NFL Luxury Taxes, and More
The discussion hits on a variety of hot button issues within sports this week. First, WVU and MU played last weekends to very different results. Was the WVU win that notable? Was the MU loss a sign of things to come? Then, the officiating controversy in Michigan. Game clocks... officials clocks... Multiple clocks?! The discussion also turns to the NFL and luxury taxes, with a look into the role of the Player's Association in that sort of thing. Are the players invested in their fanbases anymore, or is it all about the bottom line? Let's Talk! With Carl Lee, Lisa...
0910/2025 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Aaron Wood, Morgan Morrison, Jim Winter
Aaron Wood on Ribfest opening today, Morgan Morrison on PicklePalooza this Saturday, and Jim Winter on Winfield Car Cruise-In kicking off Putnam County Homecoming Friday night.
09/10/2026 Ask the Lawyer with Tom Peyton
Host Dale Cooper and Harvey or Tom from the Peyton Law Firm discuss legal issues from listeners and matters affecting local politics.
More info: www.PeytonLawFirm.com
(304) 755-5556
2801 1st Ave, Nitro, WV 25143
The Peyton Law Firm was founded more than 30 years ago by Harvey Peyton, who was joined by his son, Tom Peyton. For more than 50 years, the Peyton team has successfully represented clients in courtrooms throughout WV and southeastern Ohio. The firm is known for its active community involvement and straightforward advice.
Ask the Expert – Larry Dawson: House Call Car Buying, AI Valuations, and the Case for the Local Professional
Larry Dawson of Larry Dawson Auto Sales joins Dale Cooper for the weekly car segment, opening with a preview of the All Horse Parade in Buffalo, Putnam County, a hospice fundraiser featuring the Midnight Storm Gospel Bluegrass Band, an Amish food truck, and a live auction on September 19th. Dawson takes a call from listener Fred, who shares a firsthand account of Larry's house-call buying service after helping a friend sell a vehicle he could no longer drive. The conversation turns to the broader philosophy behind Dawson's approach — coming to the seller's home, the way his father made TV repair ho...
09/09/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Patty Ashworth, Joe Stevens
Patty Ashworth on the Putnam County Homecoming this weekend, and Joe Stevens on this weekend's Nitro Boomtown Days.
09/08/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Ric Cavender, Tom Susman, Matt Sutton
Ric Cavender of Charleston Urban Works on OktoberWest, Tom Susman on politics, and Goodwin Chief of Staff Matt Sutton.
09/08/2026 Retire Right Radio with John Burdette
On Retire Right Radio, Host Dale Cooper and John Burdette from www.FourthAvenueFinancial.com discuss financial planning for different eras of your life and general strategies. Hear the encore presentation Monday at 1:00pm on our sister station, Charleston Business Radio 95.3 | 680 WKAZ
Phone: (304) 746-7977
More info: http://bit.ly/2zcZV4e
Let's Talk with Lisa Otey, Carl Lee, and Hollis Lewis - Lisa asks the questions this episode!
Lisa Otey takes the reigns on this week's episode, asking Carl and Hollis a variety of questions regarding the upcoming college football seasons for WVU and Marshall, coaching/player philosophies, broadcasting, and more! Let's Talk! With Carl Lee, Lisa Otey, and Hollis Lewis!
09/03/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Joe Stevens, Austin Gessel
Joe Stevens of the City of Nitro on their joint Labor Day celebration with St. Albans on Sunday night, and Kanawha County Commissioner Austin Gessel.
09/03/2026 Ask the Lawyer with Harvey and Tom Peyton
Host Dale Cooper and Harvey or Tom from the Peyton Law Firm discuss legal issues from listeners and matters affecting local politics.
More info: www.PeytonLawFirm.com
(304) 755-5556
2801 1st Ave, Nitro, WV 25143
The Peyton Law Firm was founded more than 30 years ago by Harvey Peyton, who was joined by his son, Tom Peyton. For more than 50 years, the Peyton team has successfully represented clients in courtrooms throughout WV and southeastern Ohio. The firm is known for its active community involvement and straightforward advice.
09/02/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Zack Harold, Adam Phillips
Zack Harold of FestivAll, and new Advantage Valley Director of Strategic Initiatives Adam Phillips.
09/01/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Mike Pushkin, Drew Dunlap
State Democratic Party Chair and Delegate Mike Pushkin, and Drew Dunlap of Charleston Area Alliance on LIFT Center.
08/31/2026 Retire Right Radio with John Burdette
On Retire Right Radio, Host Dale Cooper and John Burdette from www.FourthAvenueFinancial.com discuss financial planning for different eras of your life and general strategies. Hear the encore presentation Monday at 1:00pm on our sister station, Charleston Business Radio 95.3 | 680 WKAZ
Phone: (304) 746-7977
More info: http://bit.ly/2zcZV4e
08/31/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Beth Goodlet, Ben Salango, Danny Jones
Beth Goodlet with the Kanawha Valley Academy of Learning, Kanawha County Commission President Ben Salango, and former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones.
08/28/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Angie Gillenwater, Kari Boggs, Tricia Roblee, Carol Haid, Jared Page
Angie Gillenwater from the Kanawha Charleston Humane Association with this week's "Adopt Me Please" Pet of the Week, Kari Boggs with PRIDE Community Services of Kanawha County, Tricia Roblee and Carol Haid of Charleston Distance Run, and Kanawha County Commission candidate Jared Page.
NCAA 5 Year Elegibility Issues, The Cleveland Browns Problem (Many?), and Football's Decline in Youth Sports
After lawsuits and discussions within the NCAA, 5 years of elegibility has been granted to players as a result of the Covid-19 Pandemic, but it's creating an interesting scenario: NFL rookies considering going back for one last year in college football. The discussion then moves to the Cleveland Browns and the QB1 problem it has on its hands. Deshaun Watson is still owed over $40 million on his contract, but Watson comes with some issues, and Shedeur Sanders is showing a lot of talent. Finally, the discussion puts ties everything back to youth sports and a notable shift away from football. New...
08/27/2026 Ask the Lawyer with Harvey Peyton
Host Dale Cooper and Harvey or Tom from the Peyton Law Firm discuss legal issues from listeners and matters affecting local politics.
More info: www.PeytonLawFirm.com
(304) 755-5556
2801 1st Ave, Nitro, WV 25143
The Peyton Law Firm was founded more than 30 years ago by Harvey Peyton, who was joined by his son, Tom Peyton. For more than 50 years, the Peyton team has successfully represented clients in courtrooms throughout WV and southeastern Ohio. The firm is known for its active community involvement and straightforward advice.
08/26/26 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live!
9:00am - 10:00am Weekdays
08/25/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Amanda Pollard, Jennifer Waggener
Amanda Pollard of Kanawha Charleston Humane Association on Saturday's Kegs 4 K9's event at the Red Carpet Lounge, and Jennifer Waggener, Executive Director of Faith In Action of the Greater Kanawha Valley, on the upcoming Sweet Charity event at Capitol Market.
08/25/2026 Ask the Expert with Ghareeb Dental Group
Host Dale Cooper, Dr. Steven Ghareeb, and Dr. Carson Henley discuss dental hygiene, best practices, cutting edge procedures, and the history of the field. Locations in Kanawha City, Poca, South Charleston, Cross Lanes, St. Albans, and Teays Valley.
Call 1-800-GreatCare or visit online at www.GhareebDentalGroup.com
08/24/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Dana Ferrell, Danny Jones
Delegate Dana Ferrell on issues at the 64/77 split, and former Charleston Mayor Danny Jones.
08/24/2026 Retire Right Radio with John Burdette
On Retire Right Radio, Host Dale Cooper and John Burdette from www.FourthAvenueFinancial.com discuss financial planning for different eras of your life and general strategies. Hear the encore presentation Monday at 1:00pm on our sister station, Charleston Business Radio 95.3 | 680 WKAZ
Phone: (304) 746-7977
More info: http://bit.ly/2zcZV4e
08/21/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Angie Gillenwater, Joe Stevens, Radiothon
Angie Gillenwater with the Kanawha Charleston Humane Association with this week's "Adopt Me Please" Pet of the Week, Joe Stevens with the city of Nitro on the opening of Nitro Youth Football League, and more coverage of Radiothon.
08/21/2026 Ask the Expert with Capital Insurance Group
LA Lakers For Sale, Jayden Daniels and NIL, and Pro Mindsets
The LA Lakers' sale is raising some eyebrows as questions arise on the standards for selling a professional team. Plus, Jayden Daniels has been making headlines regarding LSU using his image and likeness. Do the modern NIL deals limit his options here? Finally, the conversation moves to professional athletes mentality and the differences between rookies and seasoned veterans. Let's Talk! With Carl Lee, Lisa Otey, Hollis Lewis, and Producer Matt Murphy.
08/20/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Capitol City Bash, Radiothon
More info on the Capitol City Bash, and the first day of Radiothon.
08/20/2026 Ask the Lawyer with Tom Peyton
Host Dale Cooper and Harvey or Tom from the Peyton Law Firm discuss legal issues from listeners and matters affecting local politics.
More info: www.PeytonLawFirm.com
(304) 755-5556
2801 1st Ave, Nitro, WV 25143
The Peyton Law Firm was founded more than 30 years ago by Harvey Peyton, who was joined by his son, Tom Peyton. For more than 50 years, the Peyton team has successfully represented clients in courtrooms throughout WV and southeastern Ohio. The firm is known for its active community involvement and straightforward advice.
08/19/2026 The Dave Allen Show on 580 Live - Millie Snyder, Adam Harris, Willie Akers Tribute
Friend of the show Millie Snyder, Adam Harris from Mountain Stage, and a tribute to Willie Akers.
08/19/2026 Ask the Expert with Foster Foundation Repair
Join us for a concise, informative discussion with Brett Hodgdon of Foster Foundation Repair. In this episode, we explore essential foundation and basement care, addressing maintenance, weather impacts, and effective solutions. Brett shares his expertise and practical advice for homeowners. Don't miss these valuable insights!
Contact Foster Foundation Repair:
Phone: (304) 776-6263
Address: 4226 Woodrum Ln, Charleston WV 25313
Website: www.fosterfoundationrepair.com