Vermont Viewpoint

In the second hour, Kevin is joined by Seven Days reporter Courtney Lamdin to talk about her latest story - "There Are Plenty of Potential Successors to Outgoing Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger". Then, Kevin closes out the show by taking you through some of news stories of the week.

Kevin Ellis starts the first hour with his Friday essay. Then, he talks with author Ward Hayes Wilson about his new book - It Is Possible: A Future Without Nuclear Weapons.

In the second hour, Pat McDonald is joined by Naomi Heindel, the Executive Director of the North Branch Nature Center to talk about the center's projects, nature programs and new ventures.

Pat McDonald is joined first by Linda Johnson, Executive Director for Prevent Child Abuse Vermont for updates on their post-flood recovery. Then, Pat welcomes in-studio Vermont State University Interim President Mike Smith to talk about the recently proposed consolidation and cuts for VSU.

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by CEO, novelist, consultant, and Vermont's former Transportation Secretary Tom Evslin to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of artificial intelligence.

In the second hour, Kevin welcomes back Sarah DeFelice for an update on the flood recovery of her boutique in Montpelier, Bailey Road. And, Kevin opens up the phones to discuss the removal of Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy.

In the second hour, Pat is joined by Vermont author Melany Kahn to talk about her book Mason Goes Mushrooming and the upcoming "Wild Mushroom Celebration" - cooking, demonstration and tasting, in Shelburne and Montpelier.

In the first hour, Pat McDonald talks with Carolyn Picazio and Colleen Beamish, Director and Development Coordinator for the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier. They talk about the library’s reopening, strategic plan and more.

In the second hour, we have our monthly check-in with AARP Vermont Fraud Watch Coordinator Elliott Greenblott. Elliott and Brad discuss the latest scams to be aware of. Then, Brad welcomes in-studio Geoff Wilcox, Vermont Weatherization Program Administrator.

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by the Director of the Fleming Museum of Art Sonja Lunde. Since its opening in 1931, the Fleming Museum of Art has brought world-class art and diverse visual culture to the people of northern New England. With a collection of 24,000 objects from cultures worldwide and several special exhibitions annually, the Museum attracts visitors of all ages from throughout the region.

Kevin Ellis starts the show with his thoughts on Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger who won't be seeking reelection. Then he's joined by Michael Monte, the CEO of the Champlain Housing Trust. They talk about the recent $20 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.

In the second hour, Kevin is joined by his regular Friday guest: National News Correspondent Bob Ney and Seven Days. This week from Seven Days, political reporter Kevin McCallum tells us about his recent story, Pipe Dream? It's Decision Time on Burlington's Long-Simmering Proposal to Heat Buildings With Wood-Fired Steam. Then, Kevin welcomes back publicist Mary Bisbee-Beek for "Short Takes," her book recommendations for this month.

In the second hour, Pat talks with the Executive Director of Cabot Arts Dana Robinson about the Cabot Cheese and Culture Festival. Then, she's joined by Scott Waterman, the Director of Communications from the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets, to talk about the Vermont Maple 100.

In the first hour, Pat McDonald tells us the story of Mirabai Isaacs, a survivor of a traumatic brain injury.

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined in-studio by Capitol Grounds Cafe owner Julia Watson to talk about the flooding that destroyed her business, and their efforts to rebuild.

In the second hour, Kevin continues his conversation with Capitol Grounds Cafe owner Julia Watson. Then, Kevin talks his favorite movies with Greg Titus and movie expert, his son, Keenan.

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with Michael Morrison. Michael is a host, writer, speaker, podcaster, and community builder. He is the innovative force behind the renowned SocialNext conference series, which provides unparalleled marketing events across Canada and online.

In the second hour, Pat is joined by the Mayor of Newport City Linda Joy Sullivan. Linda is also a Certified Public Accountant, former State Representative and expert on human trafficking.

In the second hour, Brad welcomes in private investigator and author Greg Overacker. They discuss Greg's new book The Hunt for Brianna Maitland: The Relentless Pursuit of Answers to One of Vermont’s Biggest Mysteries.

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Vermont Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Government Affairs Megan Sullivan. They talk about the mission of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, and the big issues and priorities for the upcoming legislative session.

Kevin Ellis starts the show with author Rachel Carter, Executive Director Green Mountain Book Festival. Then, he's joined by Meg Smith, Director of the Vermont Women's Fund.

In the second hour, Kevin is joined by National News Correspondent Bob Ney for their Friday conversation on all things politics. Then, reporter Mary Ann Lickteig from Seven Days joins the show to tell us about her story - "19th-Century Educator Alexander Twilight Broke Racial Barriers, but Only Long After His Death. It’s Complicated". And then, Kevin is joined in-studio by woodworker Will Adams. Will is the owner of Honey Brook Tools and Woodworks in Barre Town.

In the second hour, Pat is joined by Bob Nelson, Owner of Nelson Ace Hardware in Barre City. They talk about the impact of the recent flooding on his store, and more.

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with Sara Munro, Community Navigator Program Coordinator at the Vermont Small Business Development Center. They talk about "North by Northeast: Navigating Your Small Business", a conference for Vermont entrepreneurs & small business owners. Then, Pat is joined by Tracie Lewis, Executive Director of The Barre Partnership, to talk about the Barre Heritage Festival.

Kevin continues with Kathi Partlow from hour one, then he's joined in-studio by homeless advocate Brenda Siegel, along with formerly unhoused Vermonter Rebecca Duprey.

Kevin Ellis focuses today's show on homelessness in Vermont. He starts with VTDigger political reporter Lola Duffort. Then, he's joined by Kathi Partlow, Housing & Community Development Manager for the Family Center of Washington County. And later, he's joined by Treasurer Mike Pieciak.

In the second hour. Pat talks with licensed Psychologist Karen Kurrle from Washington County Mental Health Services. September is Suicide Prevention Month.

In the first hour, Pat McDonald is joined by technology expert Rabbi Asher Crispe. Asher is the Executive Director of Interinclusion.org and talks with Pat about being a technology futurist.

In the first hour Brad welcomes in-studio WCAX multimedia journalist Laura Ullman. Then, Brad and Laura interview State Senator Thomas Chittenden to talk about upcoming legislation and legislative awareness of attracting a younger workforce to Vermont.

In the second hour, Brad is joined in-studio by William Cats-Baril, PhD. and Mary Streeter of Sana at Stowe. Sana at Stowe is an addiction rehabilitation center providing evidence-based treatment services to help adults overcome drug and alcohol addiction in Vermont.

Kevin starts the second hour with National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, Dan Bolles of Seven Days tells us about the current art scene. And then, Kevin is joined by Executive Director of Emerge Vermont Elaine Haney to talk about this year's Governor Madeleine Kunin Achievement Award.

Kevin Ellis talks with Chris Killian, Vice President of Strategic Litigation at the Conservation Law Foundation, about suing oil companies over climate change.

In the second hour, Pat talks with Holly Stockett, Founder and President of Touched By Love International. Touched By Love International is a humanitarian aid organization that works with orphans, widows and the forgotten poor in Zimbabwe, Nakura, Kenya, and throughout Africa.

In hour one, Pat McDonald welcomes back Matt Cota,Owner of Meadow Hill Consulting.They talks about cars and energy.

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined first by General Manager of Washington Electric Co-Op Louis Porter. Then, he talks with Vermont author Mary Kathleen Mehuron about her book “Take Me Back: An Anecdotal History of the Mad River Valley".

In the second hour, Kevin talks with the Executive Director of CVFiber Jennille Smith to discuss fast Internet in central Vermont. Then, he's joined by Sky Forest to talk about the Rock City concert coming to Barre.

In the second hour, Pat talks with Mary Beerworth, Executive Director of the Vermont Right to Life Committee.

In the first hour, Pat McDonald talks with Carrie Stahler, Government and Public Affairs Office at the Vermont Foodbank. September is National Hunger Action Month.

In the second hour, Brad welcomes in Elliott Greenblott, coordinator of the AARP Vermont Fraud Watch Network, for their monthly conversation on the latest scams to be aware of.

Brad Ferland starts the show remembering 911 with Vermont Air National Guard pilots who flew to New York from Vermont the day the World Trade Towers were hit. He talks with Brigadier General Henry Harder Jr. and Ret. Chief Master Sergeant Dennis Mercier about their experiences twenty-two years ago today.

In the second hour, Kevin is joined by his regular Friday guests; National News Correspondent Bob Ney and Seven Days. This week from Seven Days, Derek Brouwer tells us about his article - "A Young Man's Path Through the Mental Health Care System Led to Prison — and a Fatal Encounter".

Kevin Ellis starts the first hour with a Friday essay. Then, he's joined by Abe Berman, interim CEO of OneCare Vermont, to talk about our healthcare system.

In the second hour, Pat brings on Agricultural Development Specialists Drew Watson to talk about a recent survey detailing flood damage to Vermont farmers.

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with Jim Lengel and Diane Lehder of Responsible Wakes for Vermont Lakes, to talk about managing wake boats in Vermont.

Kevin Ellis welcomes in-studio Jon Groveman and Karina Dailey, Policy and Water Program Director and Restoration Ecologist for the Vermont Natural Resources Council. They talk about flooding, the Winooski river, and more.

In the second hour, Kevin talks with State Curator David Schutz about the upcoming Art at the Kent exhibit.

In the second hour, Pat talks with Representative Jonathan Williams of Barre City. They talk about what it's like to be a freshman legislator and more.

Pat McDonald welcomes in author and chemist Meredith Angwin to talk about Vermont’s electric grid.

Kevin Ellis starts the first hour with Claire Benedict from Bear Pond Books in Montpelier. Then, Kevin is joined by Mark Redmond, executive director of Spectrum Youth and Family Services.

Kevin is joined in the second hour by his regular Friday guest; National News Correspondent Bob Ney, and Seven Days. This week from Seven Days, it's Kevin McCallum with his recent story on flooding and housing. Then, Kevin welcomes back publicist Mary Bisbee-Beek.