Southwestern Vermont Chambercast

In this episode our hosts Matt Harrington and Jonathan Cooper interview Dr. Joshua Sherman of Arlington, Vermont. Joshua Sherman is making a significant impact in Southern Vermont through his professional and artistic pursuits. In 2014, Sherman purchased an historic gristmill and two surrounding buildings in East Arlington.  The Mill and the evolving campus (recording studio, gallery, farm, artist development program) and many more initiatives is a major contributor to Arlington’s revitalization. Old Mill Road Recording is now a state-of-the-art luxury destination recording studio and has featured in-house GRAMMY ® Winning Engineer Benjamin J. Arrindell. Sherman’s daytime job of being a medical doctor at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center hospital is equally impactful. He is active in theatre including developing a play about life of Norman Rockwell (Perfect Picture) that has been shown at Southern Vermont Arts Center. Sherman is also the owner of Old Mill Road Media which is the publisher of Vermont Magazine, Stratton Magazine, Manchester Life, and the Vermont News Guide. This episode dives into cultural production v cultural consumption. Our region is already well-known for the opportunities it gives visitors and residents to “consume” culture at playhouses, museums, historic properties, and the like, but how do you direct resources to produce culture. The ramifications here are pretty big: showing up on a different sort of map, and drawing the interest and attention of a different set of professionals (in this case, sound/audio engineering), and perhaps becoming a draw for emerging and established professionals in this and related fields.  We talk with Dr. Sherman about this idea and more on this episode of Shirenomics. This audio is a production of GNAT-TV.

In this episode our hosts interview Beth Dow who was one of the fortunate recipients of hte first round of Vermont's Relocation Grant program. Vermont's Relocation Grant program made national news in 2019 for offering anyone up to "$10,000 to move to Vermont."  This episode focuses on the experience of that program and how The Shires region went a couple extra steps further to welcome the Dows. This show is produced by GNAT TV with sponsorship from Bennington County Regional Commission and the Southwestern Medical Center.

You’re listening to the Southwestern Vermont ChamberCast! This podcast platform is produced by the Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce who’s mission is to promote, lead and advocate a unified effort, on behalf of its members, to maintain and improve a healthy business climate and rewarding quality of life for this region. This episode is based on the article series called SHIRENOMICS. Our SHIRENOMIC articles look to highlight and communicate the intersection between The Shires of Vermont region located in Southwestern Vermont and the economies and businesses that make the region work! SHIRENOMICS: THE HEALTHCARE OF TOMORROW IN SOUTHWESTERN VERMONT Regional agencies work to retain workforce and promote preventative health care outside the doctor’s office By Makayla-Courtney McGeeney in partnership with Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce In Southwestern Vermont, also known as The Shires of Vermont, residents are never too far without a health clinic of some sort, or knowing someone who is employed by the largest growing industry. Without a 24/7 rescue squad, full-service hospital, and numerous specialty clinics, residents of Bennington County wouldn’t have the quality of health that they do. It’s not just the rolling Green Mountains and maple syrup that keep everyone healthy, it’s on-the-ground and in the community prevention work.

Our Lunch & Learn series is geared towards hard working businesses that want ‘the edge’ when it comes to business innovation and growth.  This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that delves into topics like media, healthcare, mindfulness, finances for small business and more with leading regional subject matter experts. This episode focuses on Paula Kamperman of Bennington County Solid Waste Alliance to discuss new laws and practices on waste, recycling and greening up the planet.

Back in the GNAT studio for season 2 of Shirenomics, Matt and Jonathan connect with Paul Carroccio, local real estate agent and investor, on why he's so bullish on Bennington the county. This podcast is produced in partnership with GNAT-TV.org

On this episode of Explore The Shires we take a look at Centerline Architects & Planners in Bennington, Vermont. For over 30 years now, Gary and his team of architects and designers have been fusing historic with modern, old with new and creating some of the iconic buildings of our region. Explore The Shires is produced by Catamount Access Television

Our Lunch & Learn series are geared towards hard working businesses that want the edge when it comes to business innovation and growth. This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that will delve into how to use video and social media to its highest potential for your business. Hosted by Matt Harrington of the Chamber and local media business CAT-TV, this Lunch & Learn will take place at the The Lightning Jar in Bennington from 12-1 pm. This event is free for members of the chamber and participation is encouraged!

The Mountain Adventure Park at Vermont's Summer Adventure is packed with family fun for all ages. Our Explore The Shires team caught up with some of the staff to explore riding the fast track on the triple-track Alpine Slide, tackling the Giant Swing, and taking a 360 spin in the Space Bike!  Explore The Shires is produced by Catamount Access Television

Our Lunch & Learn series is geared towards hard working businesses that want ‘the edge’ when it comes to business innovation and growth.  This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that delves into topics like media, healthcare, mindfulness, finances for small business and more with leading regional subject matter experts. Stress can be a big disruptor in your business, as well as your personal life.  Deb Lewis of Mindful Paths has been teaching Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for over twenty years. Her focus is to help you become aware that, 'there is more right with you than wrong'. By incorporating positive attitudes, changing perspectives, and honoring the body, you can attain a major transformation in your life and your business!

Our Lunch & Learn series are geared towards hard working businesses that want the edge when it comes to business innovation and growth. This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that will delve into tips for making sure your small business is on the right track financially. This specific Lunch and Learn featured Bill Deveneau of Veracity Financial.

Our Lunch & Learn series are geared towards hard working businesses that want the edge when it comes to business innovation and growth. This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that will delve into ways to save energy within your business.   This episode is with Grassroots Solar teaching businesses about the multiple options they have as they conserve energy and explore renewable resources.

This is the first episode of the spinoff show produced by the Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce and Catamount Access Television.   On the first episode the ‘Explore the Shires’ team visits small fish and chip shop Lil' Britain to see how the make  their out-of-this-world fish and chips (don't forget the amazing burgers, chicken and other snacks)! Explore The Shire is produced by Catamount Access Television

Matt Harrington and Jonathan Cooper discuss regional economic initiatives and progress especially as it pertains to the recent 2019 State of the Commerce in Southwestern Vermont survey the chamber just completed. This podcast is produced in partnership with GNAT-TV.org

Join Matt Harrington of the Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce and Jonathan Cooper of the Bennington County Regional Commission as they discuss  regional economic development strategies and initiatives happening in The Shires. This podcast is produced in partnership with GNAT-TV.org

Our Made in the Shires team meets up with Bob Dion of Dion Snowshoes in this episode.  They make the best quality snowshoe possible and operate right here in The Shires!   Made in The Shires is a production of Catamount Access Television

The Bennington Made team meet up with Gene of Henry's Market to see how he makes some of the best meats, cheeses and dishes in all of Southern Vermont! Henry's Market has fresh-cut, ground and smoked meats, as well as sausages made fresh in house! Bennington Made is produced by Catamount Access Television 

Our Bennington Made team explore The Apple Barn on this episode. Make your Vermont experience complete  with a visit to The Apple Barn and Country Bake Shop. Browse their large  red barn packed with Vermont products and souvenirs, and of course our  famous baked goods and apples! Pick-your-own seasonal berries, maple ice cream, and  much more awaits.

Our Bennington Made team explores Ramuntos Pizza in Bennington as they achieve their mission of making great pizza, serving wonderful customers, and creating an atmosphere for family and friends to gather, drink, eat, and be merry! Bennington Made is produced by Catamount Access Television

The Bennington Made team explore The Village Chocolate Shoppe in downtown Bennington.  Vermont's most mouthwatering chocolates, fudge, truffles and buttercrunch made fresh in their candy kitchen, host Matt Harrington discusses with the family how they make some of the best chocolate in Vermont. This show was produced by Catamount Access Television

Foreee! Our Bennington Made team joins the crew at the Mount Antony Country Club as they prepare for their season of golf.  Learn how they make the grounds ready for the next season! Bennington Made is produced by Catamount Access Television

The Bennington Made team connect with Greg Van Houten and his company GVH Studio on this episode.  GVH Studio is a large format graphic printing company dedicated to bringing ideas to life. Working with the region’s top designers, architects and marketing firms, they've created memorable displays of all kinds. GVH has been serving our cultural, commercial, retail, banking, industrial, healthcare, government, and education based clients since 2007. Bennington Made is produced by Catamount Access Television

Check out our team's tour of NSK Steering Systems America based in Bennington, Vermont. Learn how our workforce is transforming the steering column and component industry and why NSK picked Bennington as its premier spot! Bennington Made is produced by Catamount Access Television

Ready to get dirty?  Join our Bennington Made crew as they explore how local waste management company, TAM disposes of your trash, recycling and now compost! Bennington Made is produced by Catamount Access Television

In this episode of Bennington Made we take a look at the microbrew craze that's happening in Southern Vermont with a special tour of locally owned and operated Madison Brewing.  We join Head Brewer Will as he shows us how the Madison family has been brewing beer for the last 20 years. Bennington Made is produced by Catamount Access Television

Our first episode of "Bennington Made" brings us to Bennington Potters.  Have a look at how this beautiful pottery is made from clay to final piece in the store. This was show is in partnership and produced by Catamount Access Television.

This bowling/indoor golf experience is family-owned and always inventing.  We join Brooke as she leads us through her family's 40-year old facility to show us how Bennington Lanes actually works.