Episodes

Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Shanna O’Berry and Rob Blish of Vermont Covered. Vermont Covered works with communities throughout Vermont to advocate for and create access to broadband and wireless broadband.

Lee Kittell talks with National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, UVM Extension maple specialist Mark Isselhardt joins the show for an update on the maple season. And then, Seven Days political reporter Colin Flanders joins the show to tell us about his recent story: More Vermont Seniors Are Working, Due to Financial Need or Choice. They May Help Plug the Labor Gap.

Lee Kittell is joined in the first hour by Vermont State University Interim President David Bergh. They discuss the first year of VTSU and what comes next for the university. Then later, Lee talks with Vivian Ladd Tomasi. Project Coordinator for the Montpelier Alive Bridge Illumination Project.

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Eric Chittenden, President of the Friends of Waterbury Reservoir. They discuss managing the impacts of wake boats on Vermont’s lakes and the Waterbury Reservoir.

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Karen Bradley, Erin Preston, and Colleen Bloom from Onion River Animal Hospital in Berlin. They discuss owning and operating a veterinary practice.

Lee Kittell and Myers Mermel host. They are joined by: State Representative Emilie Krasnow State Representative Alyssa Black State Representative Mike Rice Author Tamara Mathieu

Lee Kittell and Myers Mermel host. They are joined first by Vermont State Representative Gina Galfetti. Then, former Vermont Auditor of Accounts Tom Salmon joins the show.

Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by author Stephen Russell Payne and book designer Carrie Cook. They discuss the journey of a story into a published book, from the original idea of the author, all the way to the booksellers.

Brad Ferland talks first with Matt Cota of Meadow Hill Consulting to discuss the latest news from the State House. Then, Brad is joined in-studio by Hillary Lindsay of Willow Tree Journeys. Hillary is a certified yoga and mat pilates teacher and Reiki Master with an additional training in yoga therapy for mental health and trauma.

Brad Ferland is joined by Betsy Bishop and Amy Spear from the Vermont Chamber of Commerce to recap Tourism Economy Day held at the State House. Then, Brad is joined in-studio by Greg Tatro and Chip Piper of Jenna’s Promise. Chip is running ten full marathons in ten days to raise money for the organization.

Kevin Ellis finishes his conversation from the first hour with political strategist Joanna Grossman. Then, Seven Days political reporter Kevin McCallum tells us about his recent story: Dick Mazza Steps Down From Vermont Senate. And then, Kevin is joined by film historian Rick Winston and cast members to discuss the 45th anniversary of the seminal film Return of the Secaucus 7, showing at the Savoy Theatre on Monday.

Kevin Ellis is joined by political strategist Joanna Grossman to review the week of local news.

Pat McDonald is joined by Gary Frymire, President of the USS Vermont Support Group, along with William Mattoon, Commander, Green Mountain Submarine Veterans, Inc. They discuss the House concurrent resolution designating April 18, 2024 as USS Vermont Day.

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Vermont author Alan Kessler to talk about his new murder mystery: Body on Ice.

Lee Kittell is joined by Paul Dame, chair of the Vermont Republican Party.

Lee Kittell is joined by Jim Dandeneau, Executive Director of the Vermont Democratic Party.

Brad Ferland is joined by Vermont poet and author Jerry Johnson. They talk about his reflections on the historic eclipse, and his other art.

Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Duncan McDougall, founder of Waterbury LEAP, along with Brad Long from Efficiency Vermont. They discuss the Waterbury LEAP Energy Fair happening this Saturday.

Brad Ferland is joined by Vermont Emergency Management Public Information Officer Mark Bosma to discuss important safety information for this afternoon's eclipse. Then, Brad takes listener phone calls to talk about their eclipse plans.

Brad Ferland is joined by Vermont singer-songwriter Jess O’Brien. Jess is an up-and-coming musician from Plainfield whose songs reflect her own unique style, blending the Blues, Country, and Americana into a sweet & compelling mix.

Kevin Ellis is joined first by National News Correspondent Bob Ney. Then, he's joined by Seven Days deputy news editor Sasha Goldstein to talk about their recent story on the eclipse: Where the Sun Don't Shine: Welcome to the 'Seven Days' Guide to the 2024 Solar Eclipse And then, Kevin talks with Vermont poet Diana Whitney about the eclipse and the events at the Unitarian Church in Montpelier.

Kevin Ellis starts the show remembering Louise McCarren. Then, he's joined by Paul Burns, the executive director of Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG) to discuss S.259: An act relating to climate change cost recovery. And then, Kevin talks with State Senator Anne Watson about the bill.

Pat McDonald is joined by Darcy Carter, District Director of the U.S. Small Business Administration, and in-studio by SBA award winner Dr. Kerry Boyle. Dr. Boyle was named 2024 Vermont Small Business Person of the Year for her business: Integrative Acupuncture.

Pat McDonald is joined by water advocates Pam Ladds and Teresa Gerade, members of DUMP: Don't Undermine Memphremagog's Purity.