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NEW RURAL VIRGINIA PODCAST

NEW RURAL VIRGINIA PODCAST

Written by: New Rural Virginia
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Rural communities deserve to be heard.

That’s the whole idea behind the New Rural Virginia Podcast.

We’re having practical, honest conversations with our neighbors, local leaders, and candidates who know their communities, bringing new energy and ideas to tough challenges.

The voices of rural Virginia are essential to the future of the Commonwealth.

Co-hosted by Larry Wohlers and Parson Brown

© 2025 New Rural Virginia. All rights reserved.
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Episodes
  • Ep. 19 – Tom Perriello: Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives (VA-05)
    Feb 1 2026

    Tom Perriello joins New Rural Virginia Podcast to discuss his return to Virginia’s Fifth District and the need for strong federal leadership. He reflects on the Affordable Care Act, healthcare costs, wages and affordability, and rebuilding opportunity in rural communities. Drawing on his experience working in countries under authoritarian rule, Perriello discusses threats to democratic norms and Congress’s responsibility to act as a check on executive power.

    Learn more at: www.TomPerriello.com

    Featured song: “Perriello for the Common Good”

    Written by Brendan Gilmore | Performed by The Perriello Pickers

    YouTube: Perriello for the Common Good

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    38 mins
  • Ep. 18 – Ken Mitchell: Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives (VA-06)
    Jan 21 2026

    As Virginia enters a new chapter with the inauguration of Governor Abigail Spanberger, Ken Mitchell joins New Rural Virginia Podcast to discuss his campaign to represent Virginia’s Sixth District in Congress. The conversation explores challenges facing agriculture and small businesses, the importance of listening to rural communities, and how those perspectives inform his vision for Rural Prosperity across the district.

    Learn more at www.KenMitchellForVirginia.com

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    35 mins
  • Ep. 17 – Joy Powers: Candidate for U.S. House of Representatives (VA-09)
    Jan 17 2026

    Joy Powers returns to help kick off a new year of conversations around new leadership in the Commonwealth and the launch of her new campaign for Congress in Virginia’s 9th District. She shares insights from the campaign trail, reflects on what motivated her run, and joins us for a broader discussion on Rural Prosperity in Virginia.

    Learn more at: www.JoyForVA.com

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    33 mins
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