MetroNews Hotline
MetroNews Hotline from MetroNews is your daily connection to the people, stories, and trends shaping life in West Virginia and beyond. Hosted by Dave Weekley, this conversational podcast brings together experts and everyday listeners to dig into what matters now in sports, cars, tech, and lifestyle. Expect fast-moving, informative segments that mix real-world experience, local insight, and national perspective, all in an easygoing, talk-show style.
Each episode offers a blend of timely news, practical tips, and engaging debate, whether Dave is breaking down the latest game, exploring new automotive tech, or talking about everyday life and culture. Listeners who listen episodes regularly can expect a familiar voice guiding them through a wide range of topics, with an emphasis on relevance, clarity, and fun conversation.
Episodes
Hotline Feature – Pick One: Ketchup Wars, Steak Fat, and a Two-Hour Car Ride with the King of Pop
Dave Weekley and Coop run through ten rounds of Pick One, covering Heinz versus Hunt's ketchup (timed to the NFL Draft's Mr. 57 promotion), Bob Seger versus Bruce Springsteen in concert, Super Bowl versus World Cup final…
Hotline Feature – Crosstalk: Charleston Dirty Birds Opening Day, Billy Strings Update, and D&D on the Radio
Dave Weekley, Coop, and Ryan Nicholson mark opening day for the Charleston Dirty Birds with a trip down memory lane to the Watt Powell Park press box era, including stories from running the South Atlantic League's first-…
Hotline Feature – Kristyn Burtt: Madonna at Coachella, Patrick Muldoon, and Anne Hathaway's Loaded Year
Entertainment reporter Kristyn Burtt joins Dave Weekley to unpack a busy week in Hollywood. The conversation opens with Madonna's muted reception at Coachella alongside Sabrina Carpenter, with Burtt framing the moment as…
Hotline Feature – Chef Paul Smith: Garlic Tips, Parmesan Rinds, and the Sports Bar Streaming Dilemma
Chef Jeff Paul Smith joins Dave Weekley from outside his Charleston restaurant 1010 Bridge to cover a mix of culinary and industry topics. Smith breaks down the right way to buy, store, and cook with garlic — including w…
