Vermont Viewpoint

Brad Ferland talks with Tommy Gardner of the News and Citizen about their reporting on the flooding throughout the state. Then later, Brad talks with Melinda White of Howard Center and Dawn Tatro of Jenna's Promise about the 2nd Annual Addiction Recovery Summit. And then, Anthony O'Shaughnessy and Lila Bennett about recovery bed challenges, and more.

Kevin Ellis starts the show with his thoughts on the recent flooding, and an essay on what "Vermont Strong" means. Then, Kevin is joined in-studio by Congressional Affairs Specialist for FEMA, David Mace. They talk about FEMA's flood response and what they'll continue to do to help Vermonters. Afterwards, former state legislator Patti Komline joins the show to talk about a new fund to help Vermont small businesses impacted by the flooding. Vermont Main Street Flood Recovery Fund: vtrecovery2023.com And then, our weekly conversations with National News Correspondent Bob Ney, and Seven Days. Also, Kevin welcomes back Louis Porter, General Manager of Washington Electric Co-Op, to talk power outages caused by storms and continued flood recovery.

Former Governor Jim Douglas guest hosts the show. He's joined in-studio first by Neale Lunderville, President and CEO of Vermont Gas Systems, to talk about their flood response and more. Then, Middlebury College Political Science Professor Gary Winslett joins the show to discuss a new report he's authored on Vermont's housing crisis.

Kevin Ellis is joined by a variety of guests, all to cover the recent flooding across the state. Guests include: Matt Cota (Vermont Fuel Dealers Association), Bill Fraser (Montpelier City Manager), Tom Greene (Owner - Hugo's Bar & Grill), Louis Porter (General Manager - Washington Electric Co-Op), Rep. Tom Stevens, Sue Minter (Executive Director - Capstone Community Action). And Kevin also takes your calls throughout the show to hear your stories and answer your questions.

Former Governor Jim Douglas guest hosts the show. He starts the show talking with Art Woolf, former State Economist and former UVM professor of economics. Art updates us on the U.S. and Vermont economy. Then, Secretary of Agriculture Anson Tebbetts joins the show to talk about the agricultural impacts of the recent flooding around the state and more. And then, Gov. Douglas starts the second half of the show with Forbes Media Editor-at-Large Russell Flannery. And finally, he finishes the show with an in-studio conversation with Owen Foster, the Chairman of the Green Mountain Care Board.

Brad Ferland starts the show talking with Jerry Johnson and Paula Munier from the League of Vermont Writers about their writing careers and their upcoming event: "Into the Words". Then, Brad talks with Vermont authors Stephen Russell Payne and Joy Cohen, who are presenters for "Into the Words".

Kevin Ellis starts the show talking with State Representative Rebecca Holcombe of the Greenway Institute, which is buying the Vermont College of Fine Arts campus in Montpelier. Then, our weekly conversations with National News Correspondent Bob Ney, and Seven Days. And then, Kevin talks with Larry Gilbert, who petitioned East Montpelier selectors to close County Road for four Sunday's starting this summer.

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with Christopher Wiersema, Communication Engagement Manager for ORCA Media. They talk about what Orca Media offers, public access TV, and more. Then, Pat talks with writer and former Burlington Free Press reporter Michael Donoghue. They have a conversation about his career covering news and sports, the current state of journalism, transparency, and more.

Kevin Ellis is joined in-studio by Melissa Bounty, the Executive Director of Central Vermont Economic Development Corporation. Then, Kevin talks with Dave Chapman founder of Vermont Organic Farmers, and Executive Director of the Real Organic Project.

Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Charlie Papillo. Brad and Charlie talk all things 4th of July and beyond. Then, our monthly conversation with Elliott Greenblott from the AARP Fraud Watch Network to talk about the latest scams. And then, Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger joins the show to talk about the 4th of July in Burlington and issues around the motel housing program.

Kevin Ellis starts the show talking with author and RealistRevolt Director Ward Wilson about nuclear weapons. Then, our weekly conversations with National News Correspondent Bob Ney, followed by Seven Days. And then, Kevin closes out the week with open phones.

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with Oliver Pierson from the Agency of Natural Resources to talk about revised rules for the use of wake boats on Vermont lakes. Then, Pat talks with Peter Tucker, the Director of Advocacy and Public Affairs for the Vermont Association of Realtors, about the housing opportunity for everyone bill, S-100.

Kevin Ellis starts the show talking with ProPublica reporter Justin Elliott about their reporting on the U.S. Supreme Court. Then, Kevin talks with Shannon Jackson, Senior Solar Advisor for Green Mountain Solar. And then, Kevin is joined by writer and field biologist Bryan Pfeiffer to talk about his latest butterfly discovery.

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with Vermont Mountaineers President and General Manager Brian Gallagher. Then, Pat talks with VTDigger Founder and Editor-at-Large Anne Galloway about her career and EB-5.

Brad Ferland starts the show talking with poet, artist, and teacher, Meg Reynolds to talk about her life and teaching at Vermont Adult Learning. Then, Brad sits down with State Senator Thomas Chittenden to talk about the recent veto session in Montpelier and his life as a senator.

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.