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Hour 1: National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, Israel and Palestine History

New Tuesday host Brad Wright is joined in hour one by Dan Adcock, Director of Government Relations & Policy for the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare. Then, he's joined in-studio by Dr. Eva Pascal, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies at St. Michael’s College, to discuss Israel and Palestine's history.

Dec 5, 202341 min

Hour 2: AARP Vermont Fraud Watch, Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined by Elliott Greenblott, AARP Vermont Fraud Watch Coordinator, for their monthly conversation on the latest scams to be aware of. Then, he's joined by Nic Longo Director of Aviation at the Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport.

Dec 4, 202343 min

Hour 1: Vermont Chamber of Commerce

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Megan Sullivan, Vermont Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Government Affairs.

Dec 4, 202341 min

Hour 2: Bob Ney, Seven Days, Northeast Slopes

In the second hour, Lee Kittell is joined first by National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, Seven Days reporter Colin Flanders joins the show to update us on the story they've been working on: Burlington Shooting of Three Young Men From the West Bank Reverberates Around the Globe. And then, Wade Pierson Vice President of Northeast Slopes tells us about their upcoming ski season.

Dec 1, 202344 min

Hour 1: Lisa Scagliotti - Waterbury Roundabout, Ashley Woods - Harwood school board member

Lee Kittell fills in as host today. In the first hour, he's joined in-studio by Lisa Scagliotti, editor of the Waterbury Roundabout, to discuss the 92.2 million dollar Harwood renovation bond. Then later, Ashley Woods, a Harwood school board member from Warren who is heading up the school bond committee joins the show to discuss further.

Dec 1, 202339 min

Hour 2: Cambridge Village Market, Jenna’s Promise

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined by the owner of Cambridge Village Market Ron Frey to tell their story of recovery after devastation from the flooding. Then, he's joined by Gregory Tatro and Amanda Huesey from Jenna’s Promise, who are holding a "Healing Concert" on December 1st.

Nov 30, 202344 min

Hour 1: "Thoughts From A Walk: Green Mountain Musings"

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Vermont author Terry Lovelette to talk about his new book: Thoughts From A Walk: Green Mountain Musings.

Nov 30, 202341 min

Hour 2: Burlington City Councilor Joan Shannon, "Short Takes" with Mary Bisbee-Beek

In the second hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by Burlington City Councilor Joan Shannon, who is running for Mayor of Burlington. Then, Kevin welcomes back publicist Mary Bisbee-Beek for "Short Takes" on books to read.

Nov 29, 202343 min

Hour 1: Chittenden County State's Attorney Sarah George

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by Chittenden County State's Attorney Sarah George, to talk about the recent shooting in Burlington of three Palestinian college students, the arraignment of the suspect, and the process from here.

Nov 29, 202339 min

Hour 2: VT GOP, Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation

In hour two, Former Governor Jim Douglas talks with Paul Dame, State GOP Chair. Then, he's joined by Dr. Bill Beach of the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation.

Nov 28, 202343 min

Hour 1: Professor Matt Dickinson, Commissioner of Housing & Community Development Alex Farrell

Former Governor Jim Douglas guest hosts, and in the first hour is joined by Professor Matt Dickinson of Middlebury College. Then, he's joined in-studio by Commissioner of Housing & Community Development Alex Farrell.

Nov 28, 202342 min

Hour 2: Dodge Farm

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Kristen Gallagher, owner of Dodge Farm in Berlin, which includes Aurora Spinnery, a new processing mill for wool.

Nov 27, 202344 min

Hour 1: Vermont National Guard

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Maj. Garion Ford and Capt. Mikel Arcovitch of the Vermont Army National Guard to talk about Immediate Response 25 which is a training exercise taking place in Europe with multiple partners. Then, Brad is joined by Airman 1st Class Komalpreet Saini of the Vermont Air National Guard, who tells his story of immigrating from India in 2016 to join the U.S. military.

Nov 27, 202342 min

Hour 2: Bob Ney, Seven Days, Movies

In the second hour, Kevin Ellis is joined first by National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, Seven Days staff writer Mary Ann Lickteig to talk about her most recent story: Former Chef Ashley Farland Launches Home Furnishings Company DandyLion in Hinesburg. And then, Kevin is joined once again by his son, TV and movie critic Keenan Ellis, to talk about movies and shows to watch over the holidays.

Nov 24, 202344 min

Hour 1: Rusty DeWees

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis starts the show reviewing some of the news of the week, including a Thanksgiving recipe. Then, he's joined by Vermont actor, producer, writer, comedian, and friend of WDEV Rusty DeWees.

Nov 24, 202341 min

Hour 2: Fund Vermont’s Future

In the second hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by Anika Heilweil, the campaign manager of Fund Vermont’s Future, to talk about the legislative proposal to levy a 3% surcharge on Vermonters with incomes over 500k.

Nov 22, 202341 min

Hour 1: Jefferson Morley

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis talks with journalist and author Jefferson Morley about the anniversary of the assassination of JFK and what we know and don’t know.

Nov 22, 202338 min

Hour 2: Nicolas Storellicastro - Barre City Manager

In the second hour, Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Barre City Manager Nicolas Storellicastro to talk about Barre City's operations and continued flood recovery.

Nov 21, 202337 min

Hour 1: Department of Motor Vehicles

In the first hour, Pat McDonald welcomes in-studio Wanda Minoli and Mike Smith, Commissioner and Deputy Commissioner of Vermont's Department of Motor Vehicles, to give updates on recent DMV changes.

Nov 21, 202341 min

Hour 2: Lila Bennett, Green Mountain Solar

In hour two, Brad Ferland welcomes back Lila Bennett, Executive Director of the Journey to Recovery Community Center, who is promoting an event with former NBA player and motivational speaker Chris Herren, at North Country Union High School on November 30th. Then, he's joined in-studio by Green Mountain Solar Senior Advisor Shannon Jackson.

Nov 20, 202341 min

Hour 1: Barbara Ann Cochran

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Barbara Ann Cochran to talk about her new book: Hike the Course: A Journey of Family, Passion and Olympic Success for Inspiring and Transforming Athletes of all Ages.

Nov 20, 202342 min

Hour 2: Bob Ney, Seven Days, Open Sash

In the second hour, Kevin Ellis is joined first by National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, Seven Days reporter Courtney Lamdin joins the show to tell Kevin about her recent story: Two Killed During Chaotic Night of Crime in Burlington. Then, window craftsman Chris Pratt joins Kevin in-studio to talk about his company Open Sash.

Nov 17, 202345 min

Hour 1: Lime - Transportation Company

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined in-studio by Andrew Savage co-founder of Lime, a micro-mobility transportation company, to talk about the future of transportation.

Nov 17, 202342 min

Remembering Ken Squier

Radio Vermont Group General Manager Steve Cormier hosts a Special Edition of Vermont Viewpoint, remembering the life of Ken Squier. Corm is joined by Ken's family members, and members of the WDEV family past and present to pay tribute to the legendary broadcaster.

Nov 16, 20231h 38m

Hour 2: Paul Dame - Chair - Vermont GOP, Bob Ney

In the second hour, Kevin is joined by Paul Dame, Chair of the Vermont Republican Party. Then, he talks with National News Correspondent Bob Ney.

Nov 15, 202342 min

Hour 1: Jim Dandeneau - Executive Director - Vermont Democratic Party

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by Vermont's Democratic Party Executive Director Jim Dandeneau to discuss local and national political issues.

Nov 15, 202341 min

Hour 2: “All Things LGBTQ”

In the second hour, Pat McDonald welcomes in-studio Keith Goslant, Linda Quinlan and Anne Charles, Hosts of “All Things LGBTQ” on ORCA Media.

Nov 14, 202343 min

Hour 1: Vermont Council on Rural Development/Barre Up

In the first hour, Pat McDonald is joined by Jessica Savage, Director of Community Collaboration at Vermont Council on Rural Development, and Amanda Gustin, Chair of Barre Up. They talk about the continued rebuilding and recovering from the flood in Barre City.

Nov 14, 202343 min

Hour 2: Destination Imagination, Carl Rosenquist

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Director of Vermont Destination Imagination Jane Youngbaer. Then, Brad talks with Veteran and former Vermont State Representative Carl Rosenquist.

Nov 13, 202341 min

Hour 1: "Bastard Republic: Encounters Along the Tattered Edge of Fallen Empire"

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Vermont musician, teacher, and author Tyrone Shaw, to talk about his book - Bastard Republic: Encounters Along the Tattered Edge of Fallen Empire.

Nov 13, 202342 min

Hour 2: Danny Coane

In the second hour, Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Vermont musician Danny Coane. Coane is a guitarist-singer and a member of the Starline Rhythm Boys, VT Bluegrass Pioneers, Them Boys and the Radio Rangers.

Nov 9, 202346 min

Hour 1: Ben Kinsley

In the first hour, Pat McDonald welcomes back Ben Kinsley, owner of Imperium Advisors, to talk about public policy recommendations to address Vermont’s critical issues.

Nov 9, 202343 min

Hour 2: Brady Farkas

In the second hour, Kevin Ellis welcomes in Brady Farkas to talk all things local and national sports.

Nov 8, 202342 min

Hour 1: Jared Duval - Executive Director, Energy Action Network

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis talks with Jared Duval, the Executive Director of the Energy Action Network about a new climate study.

Nov 8, 202342 min

Hour 2: Tom Leitz - Waterbury Municipal Manager

In the second hour, Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Waterbury Municipal Manager Tom Leitz.

Nov 7, 202343 min

Hour 1: Vermont Sports Hall of Fame

In the first hour, Pat McDonald is joined by Alan Rubel and Ed Bride, founder and board members of the Vermont Sports Hall of Fame.

Nov 7, 202344 min

Hour 2: AARP Vermont Fraud Watch, Franklin County Sheriff John Grismore

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined by AARP Vermont Fraud Watch Coordinator Elliott Greenblott to talk about the latest scams to be aware of. Then, Brad is joined by Franklin County Sheriff John Grismore.

Nov 6, 202346 min

Hour 1: Taryn Noelle

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In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Vermont singer, actress, dancer, and choreographer Taryn Noelle, to talk about the Jon Gailmor and Taryn Noelle Quartet fall music concert at Stowe Community Church on Saturday, and much more.

Nov 6, 202342 min

Hour 2: Bob Ney, Seven Days, Karen Paul

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In the second hour, Kevin Ellis is joined as usual by National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, Colin Flanders from Seven Days joins Kevin to talk about their latest story: Blight Sites: Burlington’s Vacant Commercial Buildings Are Eyesores and Potential Safety Hazards. Some Remain in a State of Ruin for Years. Then, Kevin talks with Burlington City Council President Karen Paul who is a candidate for mayor of Burlington.

Nov 3, 202344 min

Hour 1: The Montpelier Bridge

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by Cassandra Hemingway and Phil Dodd, editor and board member of The Montpelier Bridge, to talk about the newspaper’s 30th anniversary and Gala celebration.

Nov 3, 202343 min

Hour 2: Joe Benning

In the second hour, Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by former State Senator Joe Benning to talk about his recent trip to Ireland.

Nov 2, 202345 min

Hour 1: Meadow Hill Consulting

In the first hour, Pat McDonald welcomes back in-studio Matt Cota, Owner of Meadow Hill Consulting. Meadow Hill provides management and advocacy service to their clients.

Nov 2, 202344 min

Hour 2: Writer Bill Schubart, Remembering Poet Louise Gluck

In the second hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by Vermont Writer Bill Schubart, tot talk about his latest opinion piece: We poison ourselves with industrial food, sugar and pills. Then, Kevin welcomes Vermont writer and poet Dan Chiasson to remember Nobel Prize winning poet Louise Gluck.

Nov 1, 202352 min

Hour 1: The Vermont Professionals of Color Network

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis talks with Wawei Wang and Tino Rutanhira, co-directors of The Vermont Professionals of Color Network, about their new study of the challenges facing minority business owners.

Nov 1, 202333 min

Hour 2: Montpelier Alive

In the second hour, Pat McDonald is joined by Katie Trautz, Executive Director of Montpelier Alive, to update us on flood recovery in Montpelier’s downtown, and more.

Oct 31, 202343 min

Hour 1: People’s Health & Wellness Clinic/Green Mountain Graveyards

In the first hour, Pat McDonald welcomes in-studio Dan Barlow, Executive Director People’s Health & Wellness Clinic and co-founder of Green Mountain Graveyards.

Oct 31, 202346 min

Hour 2: Vermont National Guard

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined by Col. Brian Lepine of the Vermont Air National Guard. Colonel Lepine is the Vice Commander, 158th Fighter Wing, as the Vice Commander, he oversees the Fighter Wing Staff, Manpower and Budget Programs for the Wing and assigned organizations within. Then, Brad talks with MSG Courtney Weisert of the Vermont Army National Guard about recruiting and career opportunities.

Oct 30, 202347 min

Hour 1: Mayor Miro Weinberger

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined by Mayor of Burlington Miro Weinberger. Brad and Miro discuss being the longest successive serving Mayor in Burlington, not seeking election, and more.

Oct 30, 202344 min

Hour 2: Bob Ney, Seven Days, Mary Bisbee-Beek

In the second hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by his regular Friday guest, National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, Seven Days reporter Kevin McCallum joins Kevin to talk about his story in this week's issue: Would Removing Four Old Dams Make Montpelier More Flood Resilient? And Kevin closes out the week by welcoming back publicist Mary Bisbee-Beek for her book recommendations for this month.

Oct 27, 202343 min

Hour 1: Matt Duss - Center for International Policy

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis starts the show talking about the local and national news of the week. Then, Kevin is joined by Matt Duss, former foreign policy advisor to Bernie Sanders and current Executive VP at the Center for International Policy, to discuss the Israel-Hamas War.

Oct 27, 202343 min