Vermont Viewpoint

Kevin Ellis is joined in-studio by Megan Sullivan, the VP of government affairs for the Vermont Chamber of Commerce. Then, our weekly check-ins with national news correspondent Bob Ney, followed by Seven Days. And then, Jane Knight from Bear Pond Books in Montpelier tells us about their selection of books for Pride Month.

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by former Vermont Viewpoint host Ric Cengeri, now communications and outreach specialist at Home Share Vermont. Then, former legislator and tax commissioner Tom Pelham joins the show to talk about the state's finances.

Kevin Ellis starts the show talking with House Appropriations Committee Chair Diane Lanpher. Then, housing advocate Brenda Siegel returns to talk with Kevin about the recent updates to the emergency housing program. And then, Kevin is joined in-studio by new VT Digger CEO Sky Barsch to talk about their organization's new website.

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Ben Kinsley of Imperium Advisors. He returns to tell us about the legislative veto session in Montpelier. Then, WCAX executive producer/news anchor Darren Perron joins the show. He talks about his career and the behind-the-scenes of news broadcasts.

Former Governor Jim Douglas guest hosts the show. He starts off talking with Matt Denhart the president of the Calvin Coolidge Presidential Foundation. Then, he is joined by Middlebury political science professor Matt Dickinson. And then, he is joined in-studio by Steve Perkins, the executive director of the Vermont Historical Society. And he finishes the show talking with Governor Phil Scott.

Kevin Ellis sits down with Lieutenant Governor David Zuckerman to talk about Vermont politics. Then, our weekly conversation with National News Correspondent Bob Ney, followed by Seven Days reporter Colin Flanders. And then, writer Rob Merlin and director Monica Callen join Kevin in-studio to talk about their show Act 39 opening at the Haybarn Theatre on the campus of Goddard College.

Pat McDonald is joined by David Mears, the executive director of Audubon Vermont to talk about birds, pesticides, their new digital platform, and more. Then, Pat talks with journalist and author Stephen Kiernan about his new book and his career in writing.

Kevin Ellis is joined by Jeff Bartley, the former executive director of the VT Republican Party. They break down the Trump indictment, and the other candidates in the presidential race. Then, Kevin sits down for a conversation with Rick Winston. The former owner of the Savoy Theatre in Montpelier talks to Kevin about his new memoir - Save Me A Seat!: A Life With Movies.

Pat McDonald is joined by Darcy Cater, the director of the Vermont Small Business Administration, to introduce us to two SBA award winners: Jeff Folb, and Henry Parro. Then, Pat talks with Peter Antos-Ketcham, the program coordinator for New Community Project, a non-profit doing work in Starksboro.

Brad Ferland sits down with newly hired St. Albans town manager Sean Adkins, along with parks and facilities supervisor John Montage, to talk about The Great Race Triathlon/Duathlon. Then, Brad is joined in-studio by former Burlington Free Press reporter and columnist Sam Hemingway.

Kevin Ellis sits down with author and historian Howard Coffin to talk about the recent anniversary of D-Day. Then, our weekly conversations with National News Correspondent Bob Ney, followed by Chelsea Edgar from Seven Days. And then, writer and climate activist Bill McKibben joins the show to talk about his recent trip to D.C.

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with David Huber the Deputy Director of the Public Health & Agricultural Resource Management Division (PHARM) at the Agency of Agriculture, to talk about pesticides regulations. Then, Pat is joined by Ted Brady, the executive director of the Vermont League of Cities and Towns, about the impact of 2023 legislation on municipalities.

Kevin Ellis is joined first by Representative Emma Mulvaney-Stanak of Burlington. Then, author Les Leopold, executive director of the Labor Institute in New York, joins the show to talk about national economics.

Pat McDonald is joined by Montpelier City Manger, Bill Fraser, to talk about the recent evictions from the motel housing program. Then, Pat talks with Gary Frymire, President USS Vermont Support Group, and Gloria Valdez, retired Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Navy.

Brad Ferland starts the week talking with Nic Longo, the Director of Aviation at Burlington International Airport. Then, our monthly conversation with Elliott Greenblott from the AARP Fraud Watch Network to talk about the latest scams. And then, Brad finishes the show with Philip Gerbode, a Vermont real estate agent, to talk about market changes and trends in his industry.

Kevin Ellis sits down with Vermont journalist John Walters to talk Vermont politics. Then, our weekly conversation with National News Correspondent Bob Ney. And then, Kevin closes out the week with open phones.

Pat McDonald talks with biologist Walter Medwid to talk about the dangers of second-generation rodenticides. Then, she is joined in-studio by David Kelly, Esq., and on the phone by military veteran Matthew Hoh from the Eisenhower Media Network, to talk about U.S. involvement in war in Ukraine.

Kevin Ellis talks Vermont and national politics with former Viewpoint host and journalist Mark Johnson. Then, Theresa Snow, founder of Salvation Farms in Morristown, joins Kevin in studio to talk about their gleaning operation.

Pat McDonald is joined by Nate Nelson, the president of plant operations at Canusa Hershman Recycling of Vermont. Then, Steve Howard, the Executive Director for the Vermont State Employees' Association, joins Pat in-studio to talk about the impact of the 2023 legislative session.

Brad Ferland fills in for Kevin Ellis on a Friday and is joined in-studio by Brian Kravitz, Development and Outreach Director at Central Vermont Adult Basic Education. Then, Tommy Gardner from the News and Citizen and Stowe Reporter, stops by to talk with Brad. Followed by our weekly conversations with National News Corespondent Bob Ney and Seven Days. And then, Brent Garrow, Enosburg Lions Club President, talking about Vermont Dairy Festival in Enosburg, Vt.

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Peter Sterling, the Executive Director of Renewable Energy Vermont. Then, Pat talks with Bill Ewell, a pastor, and first responder.

Kevin Ellis is joined in-studio by UVM Professor Jon Erickson to talk about his new book - "The Progress Illusion: Reclaiming Our Future from the Fairytale of Economics". Then, Kevin talks with two foster care advocates, Lucy Bolognese and Kate Slocum about National Foster Care Month. And then, Governor Phil Scott joins the show.

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Acting Lieutenant Charles Winn, Station Commander for the Berlin Barracks of the Vermont State Police. Then, Pat talks with Vermont author Jessica Dodge about her new book - “The Forgotten Witch”

Brad Ferland talks with Vermont author Dan Close about his new book of poetry. Then, Brad sits down with Terry Culver, one of the owners of Last Time Around Antiques in Barre, Vt.

Kevin Ellis talks with Emilie Kornheiser, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee. Then, our weekly check-ins with National News Corespondent Bob Ney and Seven Days. And then, Kevin closes out the week with open phones.

Pat McDonald is joined again in-studio by Rocket, for a wide-ranging conversation. Then, she sits down with Kate Reilly, Co-Director of Case Management, and Kim Lipinski, Director of Nutrition & Wellness, for Central Vermont Council on Aging.

Kevin Ellis talks with State Senator Andrew Perchlik of Washington. Then, two State House staffers, Ashley Moore and Conor Kennedy, join Kevin in-studio to talk about behind the scenes work in Montpelier.

Pat McDonald talks with Ben Kinsley, owner of Imperium Advisors about 2023 Legislative Session. Then, Pat sits down with Chris Winters, the Commissioner of the Vermont Department for Children and Families.

Brad Ferland talks with Maura Campbell, a playwright, director, screenwriter, and Vermonter, who is beginning to shoot a new movie in Vermont. Then, Brad sits down with addiction advocates Chip Piper and Greg Tatro - co-founder of Jenna's Promise, a recovery center in Johnson, Vt.

Kevin Ellis talks with Congresswoman Becca Balint about her first 100 days in Congress. Then, our weekly conversations with National News Corespondent Bob Ney, followed by Seven Days. Then, author Joe Sexton joins Kevin in-studio to talk about his new book - The Lost Sons of Omaha: The Tragic Deaths of Jake Gardner and James Scurlock in a Fractured America

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Jay Ramsey, Director of Workforce Development for the Vermont Department of Labor. Then, she talks with Brenna Galdenzi, President of Protect Our Wildlife, and John Aberth, a licensed volunteer wildlife rehabilitator.

Kevin Ellis talks with Aly Richards, Executive Director of Let’s Grow Kids. Then, Matt Cota, Executive Director of Vermont Fuel Dealers Association, joins Kevin in-studio.

Pat McDonald talks heat pumps with Michael Carter, Product Manager for Carrier Corporation in Indianapolis. Then, Pat sits down with Captain Lance Burnham, Emergency Communications Commander for the Vermont State Police, along with two 911 operators.

Brad Ferland starts the show talking with Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger. Then, Rob Roper stops by the studio to talk about his artwork. And then, Brad sits down with local musicians Jon Gailmor and Taryn Noelle to talk about their upcoming concert at the Highlands Center for the Arts.

Kevin Ellis is first joined by Lola Duffort of VT Digger. Then, he sits down with Vermont Housing Commissioner Josh Hanford. And then, our weekly conversation with Seven Days. Kevin then closes out the week with open phones.

Pat McDonald sits down with Don Koch, an independent long-distance truck driver. Then, she talks with Sue Skaskiw, Executive Director of the Vermont Volunteer Services for Animals Human Society.

Kevin Ellis is joined by Mike Smith, Interim President of Vermont State University. Then, Kevin sits down Jenn Ellis, the maker of mittens worn by Senator Bernie Sanders, to talk about her new book - Bernie's Mitten Maker.

Pat McDonald sits down first with Heather Slayton, Communications Director for Washington County Mental Health Services. Then, Pat talks with Maria Rossi, certified doula and Doula Project Coordinator also for WCMHS.

Brad Ferland sits down with Steve Pond and Mark Duba, both retired Lake Champlain Transportation ferryboat captains. Then, our monthly check-in with Elliott Greenblott from the AARP Fraud Watch Network. Then, Brad talks with Lila Bennett, a Vermont author, about her new book - Break Free: A Step-by-Step Guide to Stop Addiction and Heal the Patterns That Lead You There.

Kevin Ellis leads off with House Appropriations Committee Chair Diane Lanpher. Then, he talks with the Governor's Press Secretary, Jason Maulucci. Followed by our weekly conversations with National News Corespondent Bob Ney, and Seven Days. And then, Kevin finishes the week with open phones.

Pat McDonald sits down with Wendy Wilton and Anne McClaughry from the Ethan Allen Institute. Then, Pat talks with Rocket, a member of the Hartford Select Board and Vermont Law School student.

Kevin Ellis sits down with Bianca Scheer, former Assistant District Attorney in Manhattan. Then, Kevin talks with Adam Greshin, Vermont Commissioner of Finance.

Pat McDonald sits down with Paul Lesure, the president of Green Mountain Solar, and Peter Sterling, Executive Director from Renewable Energy Vermont. Then, Pat talks with Rachael Townsend, from Associated General Contractors of Vermont. And then, she finishes the show talking with David Lane, owner of Snow Farm Vineyard & Winery in South Hero.

Kevin Ellis is joined by Representative Tom Stevens of Waterbury. Then, Attorney General Charity Clark joins the show.

Pat McDonald sits down with Sky Barsch, the new CEO of VT Digger. Then, our regular Friday conversation with National News Corespondent Bob Ney, followed by a surprise appearance from Kevin Ellis. And then, Pat finishes the show talking with Gary Frymire, president of the USS Vermont Support Group.

Kevin Ellis talks with Dr. James Gerson from UVM Medical Center about a new form of cancer treatment. Then, he sits down with housing advocate Brenda Seigel.

Pat McDonald is joined by Valerie Mullins from Winnie's Legacy Canine Rescue. Then, she sits down with Rob Roper, freelance writer, about the latest news from Montpelier.

Brad Ferland is joined for a short show by Pat Goudey O'Brien and Jerry Johnson, authors of a new Vermont murder mystery, Murder in Mill Hollow.

Kevin Ellis talks artificial intelligence with Jasmine Farrell, CEO and Founder of ZestBloom, and her Chief Software Developer, Skyler Givens. Then, our weekly conversations with National News Correspondent, Bob Ney, and Seven Days. Then, Kevin is joined by Duncan McDougall and Dave Roberts to talk about the LEAP Energy Fair.

Pat McDonald is joined by Linda Johnson and Michelle Richling, Executive Director and Director of Support Programs, from Prevent Child Abuse Vermont. Then, she talks with Keisha Luce, Executive Director of Highland Center for the Arts.