Hampton Roads Through a Reporter's Eyes: Mike Gooding – Part 2

Mike Gooding returns to Joe Flanagan's Hampton Roads Podcast for Part 2 of a conversation shaped by decades of journalism, storytelling, and service to the community. Best known throughout Hampton Roads as the longtime Military Reporter for WVEC-TV 13, Gooding built a reputation for delivering insightful coverage of the region's vast military presence, earning the trust of service members, veterans, military families, and civilian leaders alike. His reporting brought audiences beyond the headlines, offering a deeper understanding of the people, missions, and challenges connected to one of the nation's most significant military communities. In this episode, Gooding reflects on lessons learned throughout his career, memorable stories from the field, and the evolving relationship between the military and the Hampton Roads region. Drawing on years of firsthand experience covering local, national, and international military issues, he provides a unique perspective on leadership, public service, and the events that have shaped the community. Part 2 continues an engaging discussion with one of Hampton Roads' most respected journalists and storytellers.