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Vermont Viewpoint
by 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
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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,...
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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
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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
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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...
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October 6, 2026 Host Paul Dame with Grand Isle County House Representative Mike Morgan and House Candidate Josie Henry, and Addison County House Candidate Del Thompson
Rep. Mike Morgan of Milton and his running mate Josie Henry join the program to talk about their military experience and representing Vermont’s “Island” district. Also Del Thompson discusses his time on a regional planning commission, and his current run for House in Addison County.
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October 5, 2026 Brad Ferland talks with Representatives Joe Luneau, James Gregoire, and Jack Brigham, plus the AARP Fraudwatch
Representative Joe Luneau serving St. Albans City Representative James Gregoire serving Fairfield, Bakersfield, Fletcher Elliot Greenblott -- AARP Fraud Watch and Representative Jack Brigham serving St. Albans Town/St. Albans City
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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
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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...
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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...
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September 29, 2026 Paul Dame with Jim Dingley and Paul McMannus
Chairman Dame is joined by two Democrats who lost their primary but now appear on the General Election ballot as Republicans. During the first hour we’ll hear from elder law attorney Jim Dingley, running for Bennington County Probate judge and discuss some of the issues facing Vermont seniors.…
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September 28, 2026 Brad Ferland talks about the new Vermont National Guard Family Readiness Center, Treasurer Candidate Lynn Lafleur, and Matt Cota talks winter fuel heating prices
Miriam Boyle -Director of Family Programs -deployment reintegration and new Family Readiness Center The Vermont National Guard Joint Readiness Program provides education, support, and resources to help service members, veterans, and their families maintain physical, emotional, financial, and...
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Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis
Originally broadcast - Friday, September 25th Guest: Vermont Gas CEO Neale Lunderville
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David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT
David is joined by Filmmaker Bess O’Brien to talk about her inspiring new documentary on neighbors helping neighbors across Vermont. These short vignettes show some of the many ways that folks everyday acts across Vermont, weave our communities together. Later, David will interview Rutland County...
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September 23, 2026 Ross Connolly talks about Legislation in our region that should be considered here in Vermont, and the possible effects of Proposition 3 in the state.
Zach Dora, Advocacy Director for Jersey 1st, joins the show to discuss how a new independent contractor rule could impact gig workers, why New Jerseyans and Americans should be free to pursue employment that works best for them, why Vermonters should care, and the final America 250 celebrations....
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September 22, 2026 Paul Dame talks with Richard Bailey, Mac Teale, and Doug Wood, candidates in the upcoming midterm elections
Representative Richard Bailey (R-Lamoille-2) is a member of the House Energy and Digital Infrastructure Committee. Mac Teale is a candidate in the Lamoille-2 House District (Belvidere, Hyde Park, Johnson, and Wolcott) http://www.lamoillerepublicans.com and Doug Wood is running for a House seat in...
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September 21, 2026 Brad Ferland with guests Meghan Sullivan, Denise Smith, and Matt Cota
Meghan Sullivan is the Vice President of the Vermont Chamberm, talking about the 2026 election cycle, and chamber initiatives Matt Cota with Meadow Hill Consulting will discuss, tax and spending policy in Montpelier, and how Rising fuel prices may affect the agenda, as the U.S.-Iran conflict and...
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Vermont Viewpoint at Tunbridge Fair 9-18-2026
In this extended episode, Myers Mermel & Friday Viewpoint host Lachlan Francis discuss the topics of the day live from Tunbridge World's Fair. Later, Myers Mermel interviews Republican Congressional candidate Gerald Malloy. Independent Vermont Gubernatorial candidate Brian Judd
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Vermont Viewpoint at Tunbridge Fair 9-17-2026
Originally broadcast Thursday, September 17, 2026 Brad Ferland & David Zuckerman have gubernatorial candidate Amanda Janoo as their guest from Tunbridge World's Fair
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September 16, 2026 Ross Connolly and guests talk about AI, Vermont fiscal policies, New Hampshire midterms, and political strategies on affordability
Bryce Chinault, Director of State Affairs with the Abundance Institute, explains the myths, misinformation, and facts about the future of Artificial Intelligence. Elizabeth Brown, State Director with the Fiscal Alliance Foundation, discusses their recent poll on key policies, Governor Scott’s...
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September 15, 2026 Host Paul Dame is joined by Senate candidate Rep. Ashley Bartley of Fairfax, Rep. Tony Micklus of Milton, and House candidate Mitchel Cypes of South Burlington, to talk about housing, Act 250 and more
Vermont Republican Party Chair Paul Dame talks with: Mitchel Cypes, Development review coordinator in Hinesburg, who is running in the Chittenden-8 House District. Representative Tony Micklus (Chittenden-Franklin) represents the towns of Georgia and Milton. He is member of the House Committee on...
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September 14, 2026 Brad Ferland with U.S. House candidate Suze Seymore, AARP Fraudwatch, and the Street Rod Nationals, plus Brad shares about his trip to Quebec City
Suzanne Seymour. (Suz) Suzanne Seymour, running for the United States Congress as an Independent to represent the people of Vermont. Elliott Greenblott AARP Fraud Watch monthly segment Craig Meads Marketing Director National Street Rod Association 1,000 street rods, muscle cars, customs and…
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Lachlan Francis hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT
Originally broadcast Friday 9-11-2026 Senate Majority Leader Kesha Ram Hinsdale Windham County Sheriff Mark Anderson
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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.
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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…
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Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis - Matt Dunne (founder of the Center on Rural Innovation) talked about hisjourney through Vermont politics and national service with a mission to close the rural opportunity gap.
Originally broadcast 9-4-2026 Host Lachlan Francis Lachlan and Matt Dunne (founder of the Center on Rural Innovation) talked about Matt's journey through Vermont politics and national service with a mission to close the rural opportunity gap.
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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
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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…
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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...
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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…
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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
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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…
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August 25, 2026 Paul Dame talks with two Republicans candidates running in statewide elections, and talks about changes in policies from the U.S. Department of Education
Guests include: Ed Kemon is a Republican candidate running for Vermont Attorney General Ivar Kronick is a Republican candidate running for State Auditor and Dr. David Barker is the Assistant Secretary for Post-Secondary Education at the U.S. Dept of Education
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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...
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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...
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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...
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August 18, 2026 Paul Dame talks with Congressional Candidate Gerald Malloy, and Addison County Senate candidate Andy Klien
Republican Congressional Candidate Gerald Malloy is running for Vermont's U.S. Congressional Seat deploymalloy.com Republican Addison County Senate candidate Andy Klein, andrewkleinvt.com and Paul takes listener phone calls in the second hour.
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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....
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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...
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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…
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August 11, 2026 Host Paul Dame talks on this Vermont Primary Day with three Republican candidates running for office
J.T. Dodge is running as a write-in candidate for High Bailiff in Orange County. Representative Ken Goslant represents Berlin and Northfield in the Washington-1 District. Ryan Silk is running as a write-in candidate for the Lamoille-Washington District.
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Lee Kittell hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT
Lee Kittell guest hosts from the Vermont Antique and Classic Car Meet
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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...
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August 5, 2026 Host Ross Connolly talks with guests about the Michigan primaries, Data Center opposition, the Fauci testimony in front of the Senate committee, and Vermont's new education transparency dashboard
Tim Golding, State Director with Americans for Prosperity-Michigan & Senior Advisor to AFP Action, joins the show to discuss the results of the Michigan Primaries, including the winner of the nomination for US Senate and what it means for potential control of Congress Clara Morrison, Executive...
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August 4, 2026 Host Paul Dame talks with Republican candidate for Vermont Secretary of State H. Brooke Paige
H. Brooke Paige is running in the Republican primary for Vermont Secretary of State. Paige and Paul Dame talk about the responsibilities of the statewide offices in Vermont, and encourage people to vote in the primary on Tuesday, August 11.
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August 3, 2026 Brad Ferland with Senator Scott Beck, AARP Fraud Watch expert Elliott Greenblott, and candidate for Lieutenant Governor Molly Gray
Senator Scott Beck Vermont Promise Talking about tax relief, affordable health care and housing, public safety, revitalization of rural areas and fully funding the transportation fund to repair roads and highways. Elliott Greenblott -- AARP Fraudwatch To help you learn about fraud and scams and…
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Lachlan Francis hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT
Lachlan Francis hosts Vermont Viewpoint originally broadcast July 31, 2026
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David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT
David's guests are Deputy State Auditor Tim Ashe, Sheriff candidate Joshua Lake, Senate candidates UVM sociology professor Nikhil Goyal, and former City Councilor Elaine Haney. Originally Broadcast - Thursday, July 30, 2026
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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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