Richmond Dirtwoman, Parks & Power Bills (RVA legend, energy costs, JRPS projects, etc) — Unscripted #037

Got thoughts? Throw them at us by sending a text hereFollow the movement:instagram.com/verahouse.coyoutube.com/@verahousepodverahouse.coHosted by Myke Metzger & Perri Young:instagram.com/mykemetzgerinstagram.com/planetperriIn this episode of Vera House Unscripted, we discuss a wide range of Richmond topics, beginning with seasonal shifts, Lunar New Year traditions, and Daylight Saving Time. We talk about how routine, cleaning, and home maintenance affect daily life, and how time changes and seasonal transitions impact energy levels and productivity.The conversation then moves into rising electricity costs in Virginia, questions around data centers and power usage, and how increasing infrastructure demands may be affecting local utility bills. We discuss HVAC use, household energy consumption, and broader concerns about long-term energy planning in the Richmond area.A major portion of the episode focuses on Richmond counterculture history and the legacy of Dirtwoman, (Donnie Corker) a well-known and controversial figure in the city’s underground scene. We talk about Dirtwoman’s reputation, local radio history, and how certain personalities become lasting parts of Richmond folklore.Later in the episode, we shift into Richmond parks and public space development, including the Richmond Inspire parks and recreation planning process, updates around Brown’s Island, Arthur Ashe Boulevard area improvements, and the James River Park System (JRPS). We discuss public input, city growth, and how outdoor spaces shape quality of life in Richmond.This episode covers Richmond Dirtwoman, rising power bills, Virginia data centers, Daylight Saving Time, Lunar New Year traditions, Richmond parks planning, Richmond Inspire, Brown’s Island updates, Arthur Ashe Boulevard development, and the James River Park System.Quick interjection to invite you to Vera House Studios. If you are a local Richmond business, entrepreneur, brand owner, or service provider—and you know you need to create better content to get your products and services in front of the right people—we can help.Support the showGet more info about our studio here.This podcast is produced by Vera House — a creative club and premium media studio based in Richmond, Virginia. Our studio exists to champion local brands, creative expression, rva culture, and produce high-impact content for founders, makers, and modern businesses.Follow the movement:instagram.com/verahouse.coyoutube.com/@verahousepodverahouse.coHosted by Myke Metzger & Perri Young:instagram.com/mykemetzgerinstagram.com/planetperri