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Vermont Viewpoint
Vermont Viewpoint covers a lot of ground, both geographically and topically. You'll hear from lawmakers, newsmakers, business people and your own friends and neighbors. This is the show you want to tune into to hear what compelling and/or fun topic you'll be introduced to each day.
Episodes
- Vermont Viewpoint
April 14, 2026 Rob Roper talks with Republican Party Head Paul Dame, and Javan Sears, Candidate for Vermont Senate in Chittenden County
Rob opens with Paul Dame, chair of the Vermont Republican Party. Then Javan Sears, student at the University of Vermont, who is running for the Vermont Senate…
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April 13, 2026 Brad Ferland talks updates in Montpelier, the Alliance of Health Care Sharing Ministries, and musician Kathy Mattea
9:00 to 9:30 Matt Cota Meadow Hill Consulting Montpelier Legislative Updates 9:30 to 10:15 Alliance of Healthcare Sharing Ministries Rep. Randy Hultgren…
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April 10th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 04/10/2026.
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April 9th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with David Zuckerman: Sentencing Reform & Saving money on your energy bills
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 04/09/2026. David Zuckerman explores the push for restorative justice with the ACLU of Vermont, followed by a…
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April 8, 2026 Ross Connolly talks Artemis II, New England Governors embracing nuclear energy, and the Pine Tree Riot
Jason Sorens, Senior Research Fellow with AIER, updates listeners on tariffs a year after President Trump’s announcement of “Liberation Day” and what effect…
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April 7, 2026 Rob Roper talks Vermont politics with Barre City Representative Michael Boutin, and former Burlington City Council member Kurt Wright
Michael Boutin is a Republican member of the Vermont House from the Washington-3 District. Kurt Wright is a former Burlington City Council member and…
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April 6th, 2026 - Brad Ferland with Mark Isselhardt on the 2026 Maple Season, and Dr. Dean Barcelow from the Vermont Optometric Association
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 04/06/2026.
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April 3rd, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 04/03/2026.
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April 2nd, 2026 - Education Funding and the Future of Land Use
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 04/02/2026. This week, we dive into the two biggest debates in the Statehouse. First up is Paul Cillo on…
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April 1, 2026 - Host Ross Connolly talks with guests about the Maine US Senate Race, sky high taxes in Massachusetts, and affordability issues in Vermont
Nick Murray with Lead Maine breaks down new polling from the US Senate Race in Maine and what to watch for in the final weeks before primary day in one of the…
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March 31, 2026 - Rob Roper takes phone calls and talks with Mary Beerworth of Vermont Right to Life
Rob takes phone calls in the first hour about policies, issues and activities at the Vermont Statehouse. Then Mary Beerworth of Vermont Right to Life talks…
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March 30th, 2026 - Brad Ferland talks with newly elected Adjutant General Henry Harder, Amy Berthiaume, Joni Cole, and Senator Scott Beck on Act 181
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/30/2026.
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March 26th, 2026 - VT Viewpoint with David Zuckerman: Education system and tax Legislation, Dylan Impersonations for non-profit healthcare provider & The Spectrum Sleep Out for homeless youth
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/26/2026. On this episode of VT Viewpoint, Host David Zuckerman is joined by: Rep. Leanne Harple on education…
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March 24, 2026 - Host Rob Roper chats with Vermont State Representative Mike Tagliavia and Renee McGuinness of the Vermont Family Alliance
Representative Mike Tagliavia is a Republican House member representing the towns of Orange, Washington, Corinth, and Vershire. Mike and Rob talk about issues…
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March 23, 2026 - Brad Ferland on Statehouse Updates, and musician Max Wareham, performing this weekend in Waterbury
Meghan Sullivan - Vermont Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Public Affairs, Matt Cota - with Meadow Hill Consulting, on the latest from the Vermont State…
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March 19th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with David Zuckerman: No Ice, No Kings, No School Consolidations and Free Ben & Jerry’s Campaign!
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/19/2026. This week on Vermont Viewpoint with David Zuckerman four segments— ICE Out Vermont on holding…
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March 18, 2026 - Host Ross Connolly talks with guest about the Iran Conflict, the Government Shutdown, actions in the Montpelier Statehouse and more
AJ Kierstead, host of the New England Take Podcast, rejoins the show to discuss the ongoing government shutdown for DHS, the Iran Conflict, and New Hampshire…
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March 17th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Rob Roper
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/17/2026.
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March 16, 2026 - Brad Ferland talks with retired General Knight of the Vermont National Guard, and musician Roseanne Cash.
As of March, Major General Gregory Knight is the retiring Adjutant General of the Vermont National Guard, after serving for seven years. He was succeeded by…
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March 12th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with David Zuckerman: ICE activity in South Burlington, Turning the Soil, and Act 73
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/12/2026. Sen. Tanya Vyhovsky joins to talk about the ICE incident in South Burlington yesterday. Former Ag…
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March 11th, 2026 - Ross Connolly with Laruen Stewart of Americans for Prosperity, Alison Despathy on taxes and education reform, NH Republican specialist Chris Maidment, and Brian Costin from AFP
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/11/2026.
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March 10th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Rob Roper
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/10/2026.
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March 9th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Brad Ferland
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/09/2026.
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March 6th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/06/2026.
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March 5th, 2026 - Property taxes, Education reform, National Guard
Sen. Martine Gulick joins us to discuss property taxes and education reforms as we head into the mid-session legislative deadlines. Then, outgoing Adjutant…
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March 3rd, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Rob Roper
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/03/2026.
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March 2nd, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Brad Ferland
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 03/02/2026.
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February 27th, 2026 - Lachlan Francis and Mike Covey on the State of the Union and hunting/fishing rights. Democratic candidate for LG, Ryan McLaren, talked about the state of Vermont and what needs to change for community and residents
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 02/27/2026.
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February 26th, 2026 - On the Ground: West Bank Stories & the Cost drivers of Healthcare in Vermont
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 02/26/2026. What does life look like for families living in the West Bank? And what's really driving health…
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February 25th, 2026 - Ross Connolly with AJ Kierstead on the State of the Union Address, James Czerniawski on local AI data centers and stopping deepfakes, Mike Sylvester on the USA vs. Canada hockey rivalry and tariffs, and Heather Andrews
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 02/25/2026.
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February 24, 2026 - Rob Roper talks nuclear power and a recently released education performance report
Rob Roper welcomes in first Bob Hargraves, talking about nuclear power and policy, and the possibility of reviving the nuclear power industry in Vermont. Mill…
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February 23, 2026 - Brad Ferland chats with Vt. Nat'l Guard Chaplain, and upcoming events at Stowe Arts
Vermont Army National Guard Chaplain (Major) Eric Stuepfert currently serves as a Federal Technician as the state Chaplain for the Vermont National Guard and…
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February 19th, 2026 - David Zuckerman with Keith Brunner from Vermont Worker's Center on healthcare, Isaac Evans Franz of Action Corps, State Attorney Sarah George on a range of topics, and Von Simmons
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 02/19/2026.
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February 17, 2026 - Rob talks Education with Retta Dunlap, and crime and politics with independent journalist Planet Hank
Retta Dunlap - President of EdWatch, on school choice and how it is under attack in Vermont, and "Planet Hank" Poitras, on his reporting of crime and politics…
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February 16, 2026 - Brad Ferland with author Ellie Bryant, and Andre Maquera, of the Rock Band 8084, and West Street Digital recording studio in Fairfield, VT
Ellie Bryant holds B.A. and Master’s in Education and Human Development degrees from George Washington University and Master’s of Fine Arts in Writing from…
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February 12th, 2026 - Crisis Response to Healthcare Resilience
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 02/12/2026. David Zuckerman discusses the fight for police reform and mental health de-escalation with Sean…
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February 11, 2026 - Ross Connolly talks about affordability, conservative counties looking to secede from their states, the marijuana industry in Vermont, and popular movements toward the right in global politics
John McCormick joins the show to talk about the importance of checks in balances in Vermont government to address affordability and stop bad policies. Eric…
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February 9, 2026 - Brad Ferland with Matt Cota on an education spending cap, a chat about a Concert in support of drug recovery efforts, and Senator Ginny Lyons
Matt Cota Meadowhill Consulting Lawmakers are considering a tiered spending cap as a way to rein in education costs. Lawmakers are also focusing on Vermont's…
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February 6th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 02/06/2026.
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February 5th, 2026 - Anika Heilweil on the plan to fund housing and infrastructure for Vermonters, and John Walters dissects this week's political fallout
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 02/05/2026.
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February 4, 2026 -- Host Ross Connolly with Nick Kerin from American for Prosperity, Rep Tom Mannion from New Hampshire, Rep Mike Tagliavia on the clean heat standard, and Nick Murray from Lead Maine on affordability in Maine
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 02/04/2026.
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February 3, 2026 - Rob talks about developments at the State House
First, Rob welcomes in Amy Hornblas, talking about children's safety. Representative Rob North (R) - Addison 3 - talking about environmental policies and…
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February 2nd, 2026 - Brad Ferland interviews Candidate for Adjutant General in Vermont National Guard, AARP Fraudwatch, and St. Albans Mayor Tim Smith
9:00 to 10:00 Adjutant General Race-Vermont Legislature. Deputy Adjutant General Henry “Hank” Harder and Col. Roger “Brent” Zeigler are running for the post…
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January 29th, 2026 - Protecting Data, Protecting People
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/29//26. Rep. Monique Priestley joins us to cover data privacy and key issues in Montpelier. Rev. Debbie…
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January 28th, 2026 - Ross Connolly with Aj Kierstand from the New England Take Podcast about Minneapolis, James Morrone and Lindsey Sanders from Americans for Prosperity, and Dave Soulia, founder of FYIVT.com on the increased gas tax
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/28/2026.
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January 27, 2026 Rob Roper talks State Government issues with Sen Scott Beck and Elizabeth Brown
Caledonia County Republican Senator Scott Beck is first, talking with Rob about what bills are advancing through committees, issues surrounding education…
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January 26, 2026 - Brad Ferland with Brigadier General Matthew Brown on his role in the upcoming election, Senator Pat Brennan on the transportation budget, and Lieutenant Governor John Rogers on his announcement for re-election
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/26/26.
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January 23rd, 2026 - May Hanlon and Molly Moore on working campaigns in rural Vermont, recent developments in Vermont and national politics.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/23/25.
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January 22nd, 2026 - Vermont’s Future: Food Rights and Urban Strategy
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/22/2026. Caroline Sherman-Gordon joins David Zuckerman on WDEV to discuss the push for a "Right to Grow…
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January 20th, 2026 Rob Roper talks about issues at the Vermont Statehouse in Montpelier.
John Goodnight rejoins the program to discuss the civil uprising in Iran and whether the regime is facing its last days. We also break down the aggressive…
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January 21st, 2026 - Ross Connolly with John Goodnight on the protests in Iran and the Greenland acquisition, Paul Craney on the rising energy rates in Massachusetts, Molly Powell on a new Vermont Bill and Sofia Hamilton on the new food pyramid
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/21/2026.
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January 20th, 2026 Rob Roper talks about issues at the Vermont Statehouse in Montpelier.
Rob first welcomes in Matt Cota, with Meadow Hill Consulting, talking about the issues around the Clean Heat Standard, which bills are proceeding in…
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January 19th, 2026 - Brad Ferland with Matt Cota on Vermont's latest revenue forecast, Senator Scott Beck on Act 73 and education spending, Director of the Burlington Airport Nic Longo, and honoring MLK day.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/19/2026.
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January 16th, 2026 - Lt. Governor candidate Molly Gray on Vermont politics, paid leave, child care, and immigration
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/16/2026.
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January 15th, 2026 - Legislative priorities and school closure votes
David Zuckerman hosts two timely conversations on Vermont Viewpoint. Rep. Emilee Krasnow joins to discuss housing, affordability, and the 2026 legislative…
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January 14th, 2026 - Ross Connolly with Isaac Orr, Vice President of Research at Always on Energy Research, James Czerniawski on the UK banning tech platforms, Gina Gafletti on property taxes and Lisa Linowes on wind development.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/14/26.
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January 13, 2026 - Rob Roper with Republican Party Chair Paul Dame
Rob and Paul talk about issues with State Government, and bills being put forward during this legislative session at the State House, with listener phone calls.
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January 12, 2026 - Brad Ferland with Matt Cota, Rep. Gina Galfetti, Rep. Sarita Austin, and Molly Millwood
Brad opens with a talk with Meadow Hill Consulting's Matt Cota on the first week of the Vermont Legislative Session and the Governor's State of the State…
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January 9th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/09/2026.
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January 8th, 2026 - Rick Winston and Andrea Serota to share how Winter Sundays at Adamant Community Arts Center combats isolation. Then Superintendent Jamie Kinnarney explains Act 73, its impact on rural schools, and the Governor’s education agenda.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/08/2026. David Zuckerman invites Rick Winston and Andrea Serota share how Winter Sundays at Adamant…