Vermont Viewpoint

Pat McDonald is joined first by Linda Johnson, Executive Director for Prevent Child Abuse Vermont for updates on their post-flood recovery. Then, Pat welcomes in-studio Vermont State University Interim President Mike Smith to talk about the recently proposed consolidation and cuts for VSU.  

In the second hour, Pat McDonald is joined by Naomi Heindel, the Executive Director of the North Branch Nature Center to talk about the center's projects, nature programs and new ventures.

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined by CEO, novelist, consultant, and Vermont's former Transportation Secretary Tom Evslin to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of artificial intelligence.

In the second hour, Kevin welcomes back Sarah DeFelice for an update on the flood recovery of her boutique in Montpelier, Bailey Road. And, Kevin opens up the phones to discuss the removal of Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy.

In the first hour, Pat McDonald talks with Carolyn Picazio and Colleen Beamish, Director and Development Coordinator for the Kellogg-Hubbard Library in Montpelier. They talk about the library’s reopening, strategic plan and more.

In the second hour, Pat is joined by Vermont author Melany Kahn to talk about her book Mason Goes Mushrooming and the upcoming "Wild Mushroom Celebration" - cooking, demonstration and tasting, in Shelburne and Montpelier.

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by the Director of the Fleming Museum of Art Sonja Lunde. Since its opening in 1931, the Fleming Museum of Art has brought world-class art and diverse visual culture to the people of northern New England. With a collection of 24,000 objects from cultures worldwide and several special exhibitions annually, the Museum attracts visitors of all ages...

In the second hour, we have our monthly check-in with AARP Vermont Fraud Watch Coordinator Elliott Greenblott. Elliott and Brad discuss the latest scams to be aware of. Then, Brad welcomes in-studio Geoff Wilcox, Vermont Weatherization Program Administrator.

Kevin Ellis starts the show with his thoughts on Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger who won't be seeking reelection. Then he's joined by Michael Monte, the CEO of the Champlain Housing Trust. They talk about the recent $20 million gift from philanthropist MacKenzie Scott.

In the second hour, Kevin is joined by his regular Friday guest: National News Correspondent Bob Ney and Seven Days. This week from Seven Days, political reporter Kevin McCallum tells us about his recent story, Pipe Dream? It's Decision Time on Burlington's Long-Simmering Proposal to Heat Buildings With Wood-Fired Steam. Then, Kevin welcomes back publicist Mary Bisbee-Beek for "Short Takes," her b...

In the first hour, Pat McDonald tells us the story of Mirabai Isaacs, a survivor of a traumatic brain injury.

In the second hour, Pat talks with the Executive Director of Cabot Arts Dana Robinson about the Cabot Cheese and Culture Festival. Then, she's joined by Scott Waterman, the Director of Communications from the Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets, to talk about the Vermont Maple 100.  

In the first hour, Kevin Ellis is joined in-studio by Capitol Grounds Cafe owner Julia Watson to talk about the flooding that destroyed her business, and their efforts to rebuild.

In the second hour, Kevin continues his conversation with Capitol Grounds Cafe owner Julia Watson. Then, Kevin talks his favorite movies with Greg Titus and movie expert, his son, Keenan.

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with Michael Morrison. Michael is a host, writer, speaker, podcaster, and community builder. He is the innovative force behind the renowned SocialNext conference series, which provides unparalleled marketing events across Canada and online.

In the second hour, Pat is joined by the Mayor of Newport City Linda Joy Sullivan. Linda is also a Certified Public Accountant, former State Representative and expert on human trafficking.

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Vermont Chamber of Commerce Vice President of Government Affairs Megan Sullivan. They talk about the mission of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce, and the big issues and priorities for the upcoming legislative session.

In the second hour, Brad welcomes in private investigator and author Greg Overacker. They discuss Greg's new book The Hunt for Brianna Maitland: The Relentless Pursuit of Answers to One of Vermont’s Biggest Mysteries.

Kevin Ellis starts the show with author Rachel Carter, Executive Director Green Mountain Book Festival. Then, he's joined by Meg Smith, Director of the Vermont Women's Fund.

In the second hour, Kevin is joined by National News Correspondent Bob Ney for their Friday conversation on all things politics. Then, reporter Mary Ann Lickteig from Seven Days joins the show to tell us about her story - "19th-Century Educator Alexander Twilight Broke Racial Barriers, but Only Long After His Death. It’s Complicated". And then, Kevin is joined in-studio by woodworker Will Adams. W...

Pat McDonald starts the show talking with Sara Munro, Community Navigator Program Coordinator at the Vermont Small Business Development Center. They talk about "North by Northeast: Navigating Your Small Business", a conference for Vermont entrepreneurs & small business owners. Then, Pat is joined by Tracie Lewis, Executive Director of The Barre Partnership, to talk about the Barre Heritage Fes...

In the second hour, Pat is joined by Bob Nelson, Owner of Nelson Ace Hardware in Barre City. They talk about the impact of the recent flooding on his store, and more.  

Kevin Ellis focuses today's show on homelessness in Vermont. He starts with VTDigger political reporter Lola Duffort. Then, he's joined by Kathi Partlow, Housing & Community Development Manager for the Family Center of Washington County. And later, he's joined by Treasurer Mike Pieciak.

Kevin continues with Kathi Partlow from hour one, then he's joined in-studio by homeless advocate Brenda Siegel, along with formerly unhoused Vermonter Rebecca Duprey.

In the first hour, Pat McDonald is joined by technology expert Rabbi Asher Crispe. Asher is the Executive Director of Interinclusion.org and talks with Pat about being a technology futurist.