Episodes

10/9/25 Liza Earle-Centers joins David Zuckerman about Vermont’s new Phone and Social Media-Free School bill and what it means for students and teachers. Then, Brenda Siegel of End Homelessness Vermont to discuss the state’s housing and homelessness crisis.

First, Jimmie Smith, Coalitions Director with Concerned Veterans for America, talks about veterans' healthcare, the government shutdown impact on veterans, and the administration's foreign policy. Then, Dennis Hull, State Affairs Manager with Americans for Tax Reform, on the government shutdown, its impact on Americans, and the path to a deal. Alison Despathy talks about her recent article on the lack of transparency and negative impacts of Vermont's carbon policies, and David Iglesias, Deput...

Jeb Smith author of Missing Monarchy, talking about Medieval History and implications for today. and Hayden Deblois, of the Foundation for Government Accountability, on Medicaid and the Government Shutdown.

Brad welcomes in Dan Murphy, music director at the Zen Barn, and musician Drew Angus, who will be performing at the Zen Barn this weekend. Elliott Greenblott joins Brad for the AARP Fraudwatch Segment; and Mark Isselhardt from UVM Extension and Johanna Haas, Maple Quality Specialist, on establishing a lab to standardize the testing and grading of pure maple syrup.

Hour 1 David talks with Rachel Miner, founder of Bellwether International, a nonprofit that works to promote human rights and support vulnerable communities around the world. They’ll discuss the group’s Five-Year Impact Report and how Vermonters can help build a more fair and caring world. Hour 2 David is joined by Alison Nihart, Executive Director of Rights & Democracy Vermont. They’ll talk about the group’s work to support human rights, economic fairness, and democracy. In this time of poli...

AJ Kierstead, of the New England Take Podcast Rosemary Becchi, President and Founder of Jersey 1st, on the New Jersey Governor's race, perhaps America's most watched election of 2025. Greg Moore, with Americans for Prosperity, on the upcoming New Hampshire Senate Race and control of the U.S. Senate in 2026. and James Cziernawski of the Consumer Choice Center, on AI developments, YouTube's settlement with President Trump, and the British digital ID Proposal.

State Representatives Gina Galfetti, James Gregoire, and Matt Birong on their recent trip to Israel with 2 other VT Reps and 245 other U.S. State Representatives. Then Vermont Daily Chronicle's Paul Bean on Vermont Election issues and other local matters.

Brad welcomes in Major Austin Barber, Director of Plans, Training, and Security for the Ethan Allen Firing Range. Frank Cioffi joins to remember Richard Tarrant, SMC Basketball star, and founder of IDX Systems in Burlington, And Jan Clancy is a Saint Albans resident who is building a netzero house on Lake Champlain, and Paul Kealey Founder and President of Eko Build has designed and built hundreds of homes since 2006.

Rod Smolla joins David Zuckerman to discuss the First Amendment, and in the second hour, is joined by Miro Weinberger, the executive chair of Let's Build Homes, to talk about their initiatives. This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published on 09/25/2025.

Rob Roper talks with Jodi Emerson, of the Central Vermont Career Center, on the upcoming bond vote over possible expansion of the center, and Planet Hank, the reporter, and online blogger out of Brattleboro, on his coverage of issues in the Brattleboro area.

Brad talks art with John Killacky, then award-winning Western musician Dave Stamey and local musician Jess O'Brien, as they get ready for a concert September 27th and the Highland Center for the Arts in Greensboro.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published on 09/22/2025.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint with David Zuckerman was published 09/18/2025.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 09/17/2025.

Brad Ferland talks with Jay Wahl, the executive director of the Flynn theater in Burlington on what role does performance art play in Vermont's society today. Also on the show is Singer-Songwriter Kate Taylor to talk about her concert later this month.

Kevin Ellis reacts to the Charlie Kirk killing, talks to Luke Albee about the coming government shutdown and goes deep with UVM’s Dr. Robert Althoff about the mental health challenges for UVM, patients and providers. We end with a bright spot: The Tunbridge Worlds Fair. This Episode Of The Vermont Viewpoint aired on 09/12/2025

David speaks with Mary Collins, discussing her work as a 6th-generation Vermonter, being active in her community through her work and her spare time. in the 2nd hour, David will be joined by Melinda Moulton to talk about her journey with activism, business development in Burlington, bringing the train to the waterfront, and her and Rick's new documentary on Ethan Allen

Ross opens with Jason Sorens, Senior Research Fellow at the American Institute for Economic Research, about the U.S. economic condition, tariff impacts, and housing reforms in New Hampshire. Kurt Couchman, author of Fiscal Democracy in America, discusses his new book, and how America can fix our fiscal problems. Paul Dame, Chairman of the Vermont Republican Party, talks about the GOP mission to make Vermont more affordable, elections this November, and an outlook to the 2026 midterm elections....

Host Rob Roper talks about Americans for Prosperity, a national group looking to build political influence in the state of Vermont, with Rachel Burgin, a member of AfP in the first hour. Then State Representative Zak Harvey, who has been attending some of AfP's events in Vermont this summer, joins Rob in the second hour to talk about what he has observed in the gatherings.

September 8th, 2025 - Brad Ferland talks with Matt Cota on energy and transportation updates, Craig Meads about the Northeast Street Rod Nationals, Elliot Greenblot from the AARP for Fraudwatch, and Senator Chris Mattos on issues, goals, and senate schedules. This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 09/08/2025.

David Zuckerman talks with Lia Ernst, legal director for the Vermont ACLU. We will discuss the work that the Vermont ACLU is doing to uphold the principles of the Constitution with respect to Vermonters' civil liberties. Next, he speaks with Senator Tanya Vyhovsky (P/D) to discuss her recent trip to Ukraine. What she saw on the ground and her meetings with various groups that are involved politically. We will also cover some of the history and present-day realities that you may not hear about in...

Ross Connolly talks with Richard Morrison, Senior Fellow with the Competitive Enterprise Institute, who joins the show to inform listeners about corporate welfare and the negative impact it has in the economy. Then, Duncan Schroeder, State Policy External Relations Manager with the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, discusses portable benefits and overregulation in the gig worker economy. He's followed by Jack DeOliveira, Policy Director for the Yankee Institute, who dives into the shar...

Rob Roper speaks with Alison Despathy, a citizen activist and journalist discussing energy issues in Vermont and their impact on low income Vermonters. And Sara Viera, chair of the Election Integrity Network New England Coalition on movements around the region and in Vermont to enhance the security, fairness, and accuracy of elections. Published on 09/02/2025.

Kevin Ellis speaks with VT Attorney General Charity Clark on troops and Trump. And fall books recommendation from Bear Pond Books. Published on 08/29/25.