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Vermont Viewpoint

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Hour 1: Julie Moore - Secretary of Natural Resources, Lisa Loomis - The Valley Reporter, Lisa Scagliotti - Waterbury Roundabout

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined first by Secretary of Vermont's Agency of Natural Resources Julie Moore. Then, he talks with Lisa Loomis, Editor of The Valley Reporter and Lisa Scagliotti, Editor of the Waterbury Roundabout, about this week's flooding.

Dec 20, 202342 min

Hour 2: Vermont Criminal Justice Council, Vermont Department of Public Service

In the second hour, Brad Wright talks first with Brian Searles of the Vermont Criminal Justice Council. Then, he's joined by June Tierney, the Commissioner of the Vermont Department of Public Service.

Dec 19, 202345 min

Hour 1: HomeShare Vermont, Vermont State University

In the first hour, Brad Wright is joined in-studio by Communications and Outreach Director of HomeShare Vermont, and former host of Vermont Viewpoint, Ric Cengeri. Then, Brad talks with Dr. Elizabeth Mauch, the next Chancellor of Vermont State University.

Dec 19, 202343 min

Hour 2: Central Vermont Council on Aging, Governor Phil Scott

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined first in-studio by Kimberly Lipinski, Director of Nutrition and Wellness at Central Vermont Council on Aging. Then, Brad talks with Governor Phil Scott.

Dec 18, 202338 min

Hour 1: Vermont National Guard

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Vermont National Guard Integrated Violence Prevention Workforce Director Scott Detweiler. Then later, Vermont National Guard Sexual Assault Response Coordinator Nikki Sorrell joins the show.

Dec 18, 202334 min

Hour 2: Bob Ney, Seven Days, Professor Matt Dickinson

Former Governor Jim Douglas guest hosts today's show. In hour two, he's joined first by National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, Seven Days political reporter Kevin McCallum tells us about his recent story: Fighting Between Québécois and Vermont Abenaki Tribes Puts Conservation Groups in a Bind. And then, Middlebury College Professor Matt Dickinson joins the show to talk about the three University Presidents and their recent congressional hearing.

Dec 15, 202343 min

Hour 1: State Senator Randy Brock, State Representative Pattie McCoy

Former Governor Jim Douglas guest hosts today's show. In the first hour, he's joined in-studio by Vermont Senate Minority Leader Randy Brock. Then, he talks with House Minority Leader Pattie McCoy.

Dec 15, 202341 min

Hour 2: "Small Towns, Healthy Places", FEMA

In the second hour, Lee Kittell is joined by Richard Amore from the Vermont Department of Housing and Community Development and Suzanne Kelly from the Vermont Department of Health to discuss their podcast: "Small Towns, Healthy Places".Then, he's joined by FEMA Media Relations Specialist Briana Summer Fenton, to provide updates to FEMA's flood recovery assistance.

Dec 14, 202340 min

Hour 1: Capstone Community Action, Lawson's Finest Liquids

In the first hour, Lee Kittell is joined first by Sue Minter, Executive Director of Capstone Community Action and Christy Swenson, Director of their Head Start program. They talk about Head Start and the Fuel Your Neighbor’s Campaign.Then, he's joined Sean Lawson owner of Lawson's Finest Liquids, the recent winner of Brewbound 2023 Craft Brewery of the Year.

Dec 14, 202340 min

Hour 2: The Mud Studio, Lost Nation Theater

In the second hour, Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Mike Sullivan, Owner of The Mud Studio in Waterbury. Then, Kathleen Keenan, Producing Artistic Director of Lost National Theater tells us about their upcoming holiday schedule.

Dec 13, 202340 min

Hour 1: Reynolds House Bed & Breakfast

In the first hour, Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Jeffrey Tuper-Giles, Co-Owner of the Reynolds House Bed & Breakfast in Barre, to talk about the history and restoration and the re-opening of Cleora’s Carriage House.

Dec 13, 202337 min

Hour 2: Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, VTRANS

In the second hour, Brad Wright is joined by Nic Longo, Director of Aviation at the Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport, to discuss new terminal construction and airline news. Then, he talks with Ernie Patnoe, Maintenance Director at the Vermont Agency of Transportation to discuss winter driving, plowing, salt and sand.

Dec 12, 202344 min

Hour 1: Professor Ross Liablappen, Vermont Department of Financial Regulation

In the first hour, Brad Wright is joined by Professor Ross Liablappen of Vermont state University to talk about taking students to the arctic to find microbes in melting permafrost. Then, he's join in-studio by the Commissioner at the Vermont Department of Financial Regulation Kevin Gaffney to talk about cryptocurrency and crypto-scams.

Dec 12, 202340 min

Hour 2: Vermont Veterans Affairs, Renewable Energy

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined first by Robert Burke, Vermont's Director of the Office of Veterans Affairs to talk about a volunteering opportunity to help distribute wreaths on December 16th. Then, he's joined in-studio by Founder and President of Green Mountain Solar Paul Lesure, and Executive Director of Renewable Energy Vermont Peter Sterling.

Dec 11, 202345 min

Hour 1: Highland Center for the Arts

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Vermont singer-songwriter Jess O'Brien and Vermont music composer-producer Roy MacNeil. They talk about the upcoming Highland Center for the Arts Holiday Concert fundraiser, and are joined later on by musician David Mallett, who will also be performing at the concert.

Dec 11, 202340 min

Hour 2: Bob Ney, Seven Days, GoFundMe, Lost Nation Theatre

In the second hour, Lee Kittell is joined first by National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, Seven Days deputy news editor Sasha Goldstein to talk about his recent story: Driven by Hate? Man Charged in Burlington Shooting Was a Volunteer With a Troubled Personal Life. And then, GoFundMe’s Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, Margaret Richardson joins the show. For the second year in a row, Vermont is ranked #1 in the nation for supporting individuals, causes, and organizations. And finally, Kathleen Keenan Producing Artistic Director for Lost Nation Theatre updates us on their upcoming shows.

Dec 8, 202344 min

Hour 1: Stowe Street Emporium, Waterbury Service Center

Lee Kittell host the show today. In the first hour he's joined in-studio by Kathy Murphy, Owner of the Stowe Street Emporium to talk about Christmas shopping tips. Then, Waterbury Service Center owner Albert Caron joins the show to give car advice and more.

Dec 8, 202343 min

Hour 2: Karen Paul - Burlington City Council President

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined by current Burlington City Council President Karen Paul, who is a candidate for Mayor of Burlington. Brad talks with her about the history of Burlington, and her campaign for mayor.

Dec 7, 202343 min

Hour 1: Paula Diaco - Book & Writing Coach

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Paula Diaco. Paula is an author and writing consultant who helps creative entrepreneurs play with words and language so they can bring their stories to a larger audience.

Dec 7, 202343 min

Hour 2: Chief Don Stevens

Pat McDonald fills-in as host today. In the second hour, she's joined in-studio by Chief Don Stevens, Chief of the Nulhegan Band of the Coosuk-Abenaki Nation, to talk about a recent challenge disputing the legitimacy of Vermont’s State Recognized Tribes.

Dec 6, 202341 min

Hour 1: Campaign for Vermont

Pat McDonald fills-in as host on today's show. In the first hour, Pat is joined by Ben Kinsley of Campaign for Vermont to talk about a public opinion poll on the governor and legislature.

Dec 6, 202341 min

Hour 2: Vermont Electric Cooperative, Movie Reviews

In the second hour, new Tuesday host Brad Wright is joined by Vermont Electric Cooperative Chief Executive Officer Rebecca Towne. Then, he talks with Associate Editor at Seven Days Margot Harrison to review some of the latest movies.

Dec 5, 202347 min

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