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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.

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  • Thursday · 1 hr 40 min

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    VT REPRESENTATIVE Becca Balint on federal updates, Monique Priestley on her Orange County Senate campaign, Tanya Vyhovsky on her Chittenden Central re-election, and Larry Moquin from the VT- AFLCIO union with state rep Conor Casey on Proposal 3 Originally broadcast: Thursday, October 29, 2026

  • Wednesday · 1 hr 28 min

    October 28, 2026 Host - Ross Connolly ; Guests Lt. Gov John Rodgers, Tim Egan with VT NORML, Senate candidate Spike Whitmire, Dave Soulia with FYIVT, and Representative Mike Tagliavia

    Tim Egan, State Director for VT NORML, and Lt Governor John Rodgers join the show together to discuss breaking through partisanship to deliver for Vermonters https://www.rodgersforvt.com https://normlvt.org Spike Whitmire, Candidate for VT State Senate, talks about his campaign, affordability, property taxes, and education solutions. https://spikewhitmirevt.org Dave Soulia from FYIVT.org rejoins the show to break down the two competing visions for Vermont this election and which gives Vermonters the best path to affordability Rep Mike Tagliavia gives the closing arguments before the midterms, solutions to VT’s biggest problems, and VT energy policy heading into another winter season. https://www.miketagforvt.com

  • Tuesday · 1 hr 27 min

    October 27, 2026 - Host Paul Dame with Orange County Senator John Benson, and House Candidate Nicholas DiLorenzo

    Senator John Benson talks about joining the legislature in the middle of the session, his first campaign as an incumbent, and the work he’s doing on behalf of the people of Orange County, including recent developments with the Two Rivers Regional Planning Commission. https://bensonforvtsenate.com Then House candidate Nicholas Dilorenzo covers business creation and accountability in Education Nicholas DiLorenzo (@salohcin.oznerolid)

  • Monday · 1 hr 26 min

    October 26, 2026 Brad Ferland talks with guests from the VT Air National Guard, VT Fish & Wildlife, and a candidate for Franklin County State's Attorney

    Chief Master Sergeant Daniel W. Dickerson is the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 158th Fighter Wing, South Burlington, Vermont. He is the commander’s key enlisted advocate and advisor on all enlisted matters related to force utilization, mission effectiveness, training, development, and morale for over 1,000 personnel. He ensures the commander’s directions and policies are carried out, and Airmen understand and are dedicated to the unit’s missions. Nick Fortin Wildlife Biologist - Deer Project Leader, Rutland Office has been working with the department since 2015. Nick is the department's head deer biologist and is responsible for all aspects of deer management in the state of Vermont. He is a member of the Big Game Team, providing input on the management of other hunted species. He also works on state lands, managing habitat for a wide variety of species. Zach Weight is a Candidate for Franklin County State’s Attorney Democrat/Republican Experience 12+ Years in Criminal Law Current Role Deputy State’s Attorney, Washington County

  • October 23 · 1 hr 41 min

    Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis

    Guests: Jody Emerson: Superintendent, Central Vermont Career Center District Jonathan West: Chair, Bennington County Democrats and Member, Manchester Select Board. Conor Casey: State Representative (WAS-4) Originally broadcast: Friday, October 23, 2026

  • October 22 · 1 hr 42 min

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    Guests include Ariel Bolles, Tim Ashe, Senate candidate Nikhil Goyal, and State Rep Brian Cina. Originally broadcast - Thursday, October 22, 2026

  • October 21 · 1 hr 28 min

    October 21, 2026 Ross Connolly talks about midterm elections throughout New England

    AJ Kierstead, host of the New England Take Podcast, rejoins the show to breakdown the final weeks of campaigning in New Hampshire’s Senate race, who has the best chance at victory, and whether the surrogate strategy will work or backfire for candidates. Representative Gina Galfetti updates listeners about the final weeks of the campaign season, what is at stake for Vermonters, what are the solutions to VT’s biggest problems, her race for Speaker of the House, and why the status quo of a VT progressive majority can’t solve Vermonters concerns. Jon Ebel, Senior Trainer with Americans for Prosperity, dives into the tactics used during campaigns to influence voters. What tactics actually work, which don’t, and why timing is everything. Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance, breaks down the race for Massachusetts Governor; why the race his closer than it appears, the messages the candidates are using to gain support, and the questions on the ballot for Massachusetts voters.

  • October 19 · 1 hr 26 min

    October 19, 2026 Brad Ferland talks home heating, midterm elections with Bruce Roy, and Stephen Russel Payne's new book

    Matt Cota, with Meadow Hill Consulting talks about Campaign season, Winter season, Affordability season Bruce Roy Senate Candidate for Chittenden Southeast Bruce Roy is a Republican running for the Vermont State Senate representing the Chittenden Southeast District (covering Williston, Hinesburg, St. George, Shelburne, Charlotte, Jericho, Underhill, Bolton, Richmond, and parts of South Burlington). Author Stephen Russel Payne's New book: Almost April Under unimaginable circumstances, ALMOST APRIL is a dramatic coming-of-age love story that brings together a beautiful Olympic-hopeful skater and an old sheriff, Harry Thurber, and his wonderful wife, Bea. Set along Lake Champlain, the relationships that develop out of tragedy are as beautiful and challenging as the Vermont landscape in which the story is set. Payne is the author of Cliff Walking, Ties that Bind Us, Riding My Guitar, Life on a Cliff, You Were Always There, and Almost April.

  • October 15 · 1 hr 41 min

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    David talks Vermont housing solutions with Vermont Housing Finance Authority’s Maura Collins followed by White Cane Safety and senior tech training with the Vermont Association for the Blind and Visually Impaired. Originally broadcast 10/15/2026

  • October 14 · 1 hr 25 min

    October 14, 2026 Ross Connolly's Guests include Republican US House candidate Gerald Malloy, discussions about housing reform, the political races in Maine, and tensions in Europe

    Ilana Blumsack, Senior Housing Policy Analyst with Americans for Prosperity, informs listeners about Massachusetts Ballot Question 7, how it compares to VT's housing reforms, and why/how housing affordability is a top concern for voters (especially younger voters) this election cycle Gerald Malloy, Candidate for US Congress, talks about the final weeks before Election Day, his message for voters, and the issues facing Vermonters that can be solved with better policy decisions Nick Murray with Lead Maine breaks down the key factors and messages in the final weeks of the Maine US Senate and Congressional elections John Goodnight discusses the strikes on energy infrastructure in the Ukraine/Russia conflict escalating tensions, and social unrest in France driven by decades of overspending on social programs.

  • October 13 · 1 hr 29 min

    October 13, 2026 Host Paul Dame with Vermont Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers

    Lt. Governor John Rodgers joins Chairman Dame for the first hour of the program to talk about land use in rural Vermont, John’s campaign for working class voters and practical ways to enact an affordability agenda. Chairman Dame also takes on other top stories like the separation referendum in Alberta Canada, how the recent strike authorization at UVM figures in to Prop 3 and other stories from around the state and country. https://www.rodgersforvt.com

  • October 12 · 1 hr 28 min

    October 12, 2026 Brad Ferland talks about politics in Southern Vermont, and Grace with a Vermont author

    Bennington District Senate Candidate Josh Williams was born in the foothills of North Carolina. His grandfather, PawPaw Frank Scott was an Army medic who survived more than a year as a Prisoner of War in Nazi Germany. https://www.josh4vt.com Trish Passmore Alley's New Book is Defining Grace Social Entrepreneur | Nonprofit Leader | Writer | Poet | Spark of Divine Mischief Born and raised near Philadelphia, Trish took the scenic route to Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom: Texas, Alabama, California…and Burlington. https://www.gracefulmischief.com

  • October 8 · 1 hr 41 min

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    David Zuckerman’s got a packed Vermont Viewpoint. We’ve got Congressman Ro Khanna on national policy, Craig Mitchell on local community action, and Jared Duval and Luke Miller from Energy Action Network breaking down new state energy data. Originally broadcast Thursday, October 8, 2026

  • October 7 · 1 hr 28 min

    October 7, 2026 Host Rachel Burgin with guests talking about the Vermont Legislature, the Midterm Elections, Energy Costs for Small Businesses, and Vermont Proposition 3

    State Representative Mike Tagliavia, Orange-1will join the show to recap the 2025–2026 legislative session and discuss what Vermont lawmakers should prioritize next. Topics include affordability, property taxes, land use, energy costs, and state spending and affordability. O.B. Murray, New York Political Strategist will break down the political landscape heading into the November midterms, including voter concerns, turnout, campaign strategy, and broader shifts in the electorate and affordability messaging. John Reynolds, NFIB Vermont will discuss the rising cost of energy and health care for small businesses in Vermont and across New England, and what policy changes could help reduce costs and expand flexibility for employers and workers.Dave Soulia, FYIVT will discuss his recent research and writing on Vermont Proposition 3, what the amendment would do, and its potential implications for workers, employers, taxpayers, and future state policy, he will discuss other research he has done and published on FYIVT.

  • October 2 · 1 hr 43 min

    Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis

    HOUR 1 Owain Lucas, Jester Landin, Zach Reynolds HOUR 2 Rep. Mike Mrowicki (D-Putney) Originally broadcast on WDEV AM & FM Friday, October 2, 2026

  • October 1 · 1 hr 43 min

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    Vermont Viewpoint with David Zuckerman: In hour one, we take a close look at the Addison district Senate race with State Senator Ruth Hardy and candidate Hannah Sessions of Blue Ledge Farm. Then in hour 2 Spectrum Youth & Family Services Executive Director Mark Redmond joins the line, along with guests to highlight the upcoming Empty Bowl Dinner and powerful client success stories. Originally broadcast over WDEV AM & FM Waterbury, VT Thursday, October 1, 2026

  • September 30 · 1 hr 30 min

    September 30, 2026 Guest host Rachel Burgin talks about land-use laws, proposed rules by the VT Department of Health, and NY's new civil service law

    Vermont House Minority Leader Pattie McCoy joins the show to recap the 2026 Vermont legislative session and discuss why affordability remained such a major issue. The conversation will cover property taxes, education spending, health care costs, and legislation Republicans proposed to address rising costs. Shella Alcabes, Deputy Head of Litigation, Freedom Foundation discusses the Freedom Foundation’s federal lawsuit challenging New York’s newly enacted Section 216 civil service law. She will explain why the organization halted its New York outreach, how the law could affect efforts to educate public employees about their union membership rights, and why the case could have broader First Amendment implications beyond New York. Sofia Hamilton, Health Care Policy Analyst, AFP will talk about the new proposed rules by the VT Department of Health to essentially eliminate the birthing center law passed in 2025. The discussion will examine what is driving health care costs, how mandates and regulations can affect premiums and consumer choice, and policy reforms that could give patients more options, greater control, and more affordable coverage.  and Vermont State Representative Rob North, Addison-3 discusses what happened during the 2026 legislative session on education, housing, land use, and environmental policy—and why major affordability concerns remain unresolved. North represents Addison-3 and serves on the House Committee on Environment and the Joint Legislative Environmental Oversight Committee.

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