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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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  • September 11 · 1 hr 41 min

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    Originally broadcast Thursday 9-10-2026 This weekend's South End Art Hop. With the SEABA.com ED Christy Mitchell, Erin Bundock, and Savanah Tebeau-Sherry. Joe Reil & Danny McGibney, Board Members at Barre Pride and then Rep. Kate McCann exploring running for Speaker of the Vermont House.

  • September 8 · 1 hr 30 min

    September 8, 2026 Vermont Viewpoint - Paul Dame talks with Bennington County Senate Candidate Spike Whitmire, Chittenden County State's Attorney Jace Laquerre, and Gold Star Mother Vickie Strong

    Spike Whitmire is a Republican candidate for the Vermont Senate in Bennington County. spikewhitmirevt.org Jace Laquerre is the Republican candidate for Chittenden County State's Attorney; and former Vermont Representative Vickie Strong is the mother of Jesse Strong, who was killed in Iraq in 2005, talking about Jesse Strong Patriots Day event this Saturday September 12, in Irasburg, at Creek Hill Barn, on Creek Road in Irasburg from 5pm to 10 pm.

  • September 3 · 1 hr 45 min

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    Host David Zuckerman speaks with the Vermont Network about 40 years of survivor advocacy, followed by Caledonia Senate candidate and small business owner David Roth ORIGINALLY BROADCAST: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3RD 2026 ON WDEV AM 550 & FM 96.1 WDEVRADIO.COM

  • September 2 · 1 hr 32 min

    September 2, 2026 Ross Connolly talks with guests about the Health Freedom Index, an independent candidate for Vermont Treasurer, and foreign relationsVermont's fiscal responsibilities, and

    Jared Rhoads, Founder and Executive Director of the Center for Modern Health, joins the show to breakdown the release of the 2026 Health Freedom Index, how Vermont ranks, and what can be done to improve health access and affordability. Zachary Hampl, candidate for Vermont State Treasurer, discusses his campaign, the role of treasurer, the biggest issues facing Vermonters, and solutions to Vermont’s biggest problems Elizabeth Brown, State Director for the Fiscal Alliance Foundation, breaks down her recent op-ed on how Vermont cannot spend its way to prosperity and affordability fiscalalliancefoundation.org John Goodnight updates listeners on America’s strategy in Asia, mutual understanding & an end to hostilities on the Korean peninsula, and the continuing conflict in Iran.

  • September 2 · 1 hr 31 min

    September 1, 2026 Paul Dame with State Treasurer candidate Lynn LaFleur, Morrisville Rep. Candidate Susanna Burnham, and Chittenden County Republican Chair Janet Metz

    Chairman Dame hosts Lynn LaFleur, candidate for State Treasurer, followed by House Rep. candidate Susanna Burnham of Morrisville during the first hour. In the second hour, Chairman Dame takes calls and will discuss the Republican’s candidate in the State’s Attorney’s race, and at the end of the program we will hear from the Chittenden County Republican Chair Janet Metz about their booth at the Champlain Valley Fair this week

  • August 31 · 1 hr 31 min

    August 31, 2026 Brad Ferland with the commander of the 40th Army Band, Nic Longo of the BTV Airport, and Matt Cota on election season

    CW3 Matthew Tatro, with the 40th Army Band Champlain Exposition, Monday August 31 free concert Chief Warrant Officer 3 Tatro has been a member of the Vermont Army National Guard since 1993. He joined the 40th Army Band as a clarinet player and worked his way up to his current position as commander. CW3 Tatro has also deployed in support of Vermont Army National Guard state active duty missions, including flood relief and COVID-19 response operations. Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport Director Nic Longo updates the latest developments from the airport, and Matt Cota Meadow Hill ConsultingCorner Store Conversations With less than ten weeks to go before the November 3rd election, the campaign for 150 seats in the Vermont House of Representatives and 30 in the state Senate is underway. So is the campaign for Governor and Lt. Governor. Meadow Hill managed trade organizations are working together to hold a series of Corner Store Conversations with candidates and community leaders this fall.

  • August 28 · 1 hr 31 min

    Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis

    Lachlan Francis is the Friday host of Vermont Viewpoint The topic discussed today was the Vermont dairy industry Guests: Rep. Richard Nelson (Orleans-1) and Rep. John O-Brien (Windsor-Orange 1) Curtis Clough, President, Teamsters Local 597 Originally broadcast August 28, 2026

  • August 26 · 1 hr 32 min

    August 26, 2026 Ross Connolly talks with guests about the trade war with Canada, the U.S. debt hits 40 trillion dollars, and Gerald Malloy and Suzanne Seymour are both running for Vermont's U.S. House Seat

    Gerald Malloy, candidate for US Congress, joins the show for the first time following his primary victory to discuss affordability and the cost of living in Vermont, his priorities for the state, how his approach would be a change from the status quo, and why he believes his campaign can appeal to voters across the political spectrum. deploymalloy.com Mike Sylvester, former Canadian citizen, breaks down the most recent trade disputes between the US and Canada, how it will impact both economies, and how getting back to a better working relationship between the two nations would benefit everyone Kurt Couchman, Author and Senior Policy fellow with Americans for Prosperity, discusses the ominous milestone of the US hitting $40 trillion in debt, how we got here, why the lack of action, what happens if we don’t correct DC spending culture, and solutions. and Suzanne Seymour is an independent candidate for Vermont's U.S. Congressional seat. ruokvt.com

  • August 24 · 1 hr 28 min

    August 24, 2026 Brad Ferland talks with Lieutenant Governor John Rodgers, Lieutenant Commander John Stevens talks about Burlington Navy Week, and Representative Ashley Bartley is running for Senator in Chittenden County

    Lt. Governor John Rogers Running for re-election Top Vermont issues and the role of the Lt. Governor Lt. Commander John Stevens The inaugural Burlington Navy Week runs from August 24–30, 2026, marking the first time the U.S. Navy has hosted a Navy Week in Vermont. The commemorative event brings static displays, performances, and active service members to the Lake Champlain region. Rep. Ashley Bartley-Franklin 1 Georgia and Fairfax Running for Chittenden North District. Fairfax, Westford, Essex and Milton ASHLEY BARTLEY is a lifelong Vermonter and was raised by a long line of farmers. She grew up in Charlotte, graduated from Champlain Valley Union High School, and earned her BS in political science and economics from the University of Vermont.

  • August 20 · 1 hr 29 min

    August 20, 2026 David Zuckerman talks with Farmer & Author Mike Isham; and Public Health Nurse Laura Derrendinger, and attorney Andy Liddell talk about classroom technology

    David is joined by Mike Isham, a multi-generation farmer from Williston. He’ll share stories from his new book, “Smoke from the Sugar House”. We will also discuss his planned year-long retirement trek from Mexico to Alaska. Then, Are school-issued devices doing more harm than good? Public health nurse Laura Derrendinger and attorney Andy Liddell from the EdTech law center join David to discuss the health risks and privacy lawsuits surrounding classroom use of technology in our schools.

  • August 19 · 1 hr 29 min

    August 19, 2026 Ross Connolly talks about national primaries,

    Ross talks with: Juan Martinez, Director of Strategic Expansion with the Libre Initiative, about the rise in popularity of socialism, the results of socialist policies, and how concerning it is for many in the Latino community who escaped socialism in their home countries; Vermont State Representative Mike Tagliavia updates listeners about the issues driving the cost-of-living crisis, the solutions, and what message will win over voters this November. Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance, talks about energy costs consistently listed as a top concern for New England voters in the midterms and how top-down energy mandates are becoming a liability for candidates across New England and who voters should trust to correct the issue. and Tyler Lindholm, State Director for Americans for Prosperity-Wyoming, breaks down primary election results in Wyoming, the issues most Cowboy State voters care about, solutions the candidates ran on, and what the results mean for the future of the state and elections nationally.

  • August 18 · 1 hr 29 min

    August 17, 2026 Brad Ferland talks with Chittenden Country Sheriff Dan Gamelin, Seth Soloway of Spruce Peak Performing Arts, and Chris McDonald of the Vermont National Guard Library and Museum

    Reelected Chittenden County Sheriff Dan Gamelin has served as a Vermont police officer for over 45 years and currently serves as the 38th Sheriff of Chittenden County. He began in 1981 with the Winooski Police Department and moved to the Chittenden County Sheriff’s Office in 1982. Seth Soloway. Spruce Peak Performing Arts Music in the Meadow talks about the upcoming concert by the Dan Tyminski Band at the Trapp Family Lodge Concert Meadow: SUNDAY, AUGUST 23. DOORS:5 P.M. SHOW 7:00 and Chris McDonald Vice President of The Vermont National Guard Library and Museum Located at 789 Vermont National Guard Road at the entrance of Camp Johnson in Colchester, Vermont. Admission is free. The facility preserves state military heritage with tanks, aircraft, historic uniforms, and a 4,000-volume military history library.

  • August 13 · 1 hr 28 min

    August 13, 2026 Host David Zuckerman talks about the state Primaries and the Union Drive at Healthy Living in Burlington

    Political organizer Nick Charyk joins David to break down the primary winners, key takeaways, and general election matchups. Then former Healthy Living barista Adam Franz and wellness associate Mae Barron take us inside their union drive with Workers United. They will update listeners on their recent successful organizing victory and where it currently stands before the National Labor Relations Board under an appeal by management.

  • August 12 · 1 hr 27 min

    August 12, 2026 Host Ross Connolly talks about the results of the Vermont primaries, Vermont Hospital costs, and a tax relief effort for New Hampshire businesses.

    Orleans-Essex County Senator Russ Ingalls will recap the VT Primary elections taking place Tuesday 8/11, who voters should blame for the cost-of-living crisis, the policies driving VT to be unaffordable, the Vermont Promise, and why this year is the most important for Vermonters to make their voice heard in the elections. Dave Soulia from FYIVT.com rejoins the show to discuss his recent series on “What VT Hospitals cost.” We will break down the issues, costs, how the system is impacting Vermonters, and solutions. and Drew Cline, President of the Josiah Bartlett Center for Public Policy, reveals the recent study showing NH business tax relief has resulted in more revenue for state coffers, how the decade-long strategy has made the Granite State a national destination for business growth, and what Vermont could learn from the strategy.

  • August 6 · 1 hr 30 min

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    David Zuckerman's guests include... Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Amanda Janoo, Vermont State Representative Kate McCann and Jared Duval from Montpelier on their run for the House. Vermont State Representative Elizabeth Burrows on her run for State Senate for Windsor County. Mike Bailey on Solarfest, an open event happening in Brandon on Saturday.

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