VML Voice

Latest Episodes
VML Voice: December 13, 2022 – A New Center of the Center of the Universe
The VML Voice travels to the Town of Ashland (aka "The Center of the Universe") to chat about their new town hall. What was wrong with the old town hall? How did the staff and PMA architecture make th
VML Voice: August 22, 2022 – An Outdoor Recreation Conversation with Jessica Bowser
- If you've checked out the July/August issue of VML's magazine Virginia Town & City then you already know that it's all about making the most of all the outdoor recreation options available in our
VML Voice: June 2, 2022 – Speaking of Speaking (Part 2)
- In episode one, we learned that confidence is what makes a great public speaker, well, great. In this second part of our two part series on "Strategies for Successful Public Speaking," Leslie Stri
VML Voice: May 6, 2022 – Speaking of Speaking (Part 1)
- Do you suffer from glossophobia - the fear of public speaking? Well, you're not alone. It's estimated that as much as 75 percent of all people are fearful of speaking in front of groups. If you're
VML Voice: March 4, 2022 – The Case of the Missing Councilmember
- In November of 2021 the City of Radford was missing a councilmember. Well, they werent really missing a councilmember; he had resigned before the end of his term to pursue a job opportunity els
VML Voice: January 5, 2022 – Board Check
VML is able to do what we do thanks to the fantastic work done by the local officials and managers who serve on our committees and Board of Directors. In this episode we visit with some new and vetera
VML Voice: November 12, 2021 – Conference Connections: Part 4
Connections start with conversations and VMLs Annual Conference is one of the best places for local government leaders in Virginia to share stories, trade experiences and build connections. In the sp
VML Voice: November 12, 2021 – Conference Connections: Part 3
Connections start with conversations and VMLs Annual Conference is one of the best places for local government leaders in Virginia to share stories, trade experiences and build connections. In the sp
VML Voice: November 12, 2021 – Conference Connections: Part 2
Connections start with conversations and VMLs Annual Conference is one of the best places for local government leaders in Virginia to share stories, trade experiences and build connections. In the sp
VML Voice: November 12, 2021 – Conference Connections: Part 1
Connections start with conversations and VMLs Annual Conference is one of the best places for local government leaders in Virginia to share stories, trade experiences and build connections. In the sp