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Logan Luce stops by for a maddening look at March Madness, a parking ban apology and much more! 

Local parents speak up on the Central Vermont Supervisory Union's issues at Echo Valley and Washington Village schools in Vermont. Is the school board at a breaking point? Not officially—but the system around them is under serious strain. Is the level of transparency what our community expects? Why are more and more parents resorting to homeschooling? Across Vermont, school systems (including supe...

Logan Luce stops by to break down the Sweet 16 in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament, the excitement surrounding Opening Day in Major League Baseball, and what to expect in the upcoming NFL Draft. From bracket chaos to baseball optimism and draft speculation, we cover it all. Then, Barre City Manager Nicolas Storellicastro airs out what’s happening in Barre, including road conditions, the upcomi...

Sgt. Rick Yarish of Sweethearts & Heroes has traveled nearly 3,000 miles in just the last two weeks! From the IBEW 3rd District Conference in Atlantic City, to building a powerful partnership with electrical linemen at Buckingham in Binghamton, NY, and continuing the conversation through the 5th Wire platform—his mission continues to reach people where it matters most. With ongoing support fro...

Mark your calendars! The 18th Annual Bikers For Beth Memorial Motorcycle Ride is Sunday, May 17th! This annual staple event, held in Barre, VT, supports local cancer patients. Chuck Lyford of East Barre has been named one of two recipients for this year’s Bikers for Beth  Sunday, May 17th. Today, Chuck is my guest on the Aired Out Podcast. Here, he shares his story and bits of his life thus far at...

Jody Emerson of the Central Vermont Career Center is more than just the executive director — she’s the captain of the ship, leading alongside a dedicated board and administration who truly understand the importance of giving area high school students the opportunity to learn a trade and build a strong future. This morning she says out the proposed ideas behind expanding CVCC programming and what's...

G goes off on the urgent need to attract new businesses into Barre and the surrounding communities, pointing to crumbling roads, rising taxes, and too many vacant buildings as clear signs something has to change. Using spots like Barre's up and coming Beer & Tobacco Shop as a local example, he highlights the importance of supporting existing businesses while pushing for new construction and sm...

Superintendent Mark Fish joins the conversation to discuss bullying, the importance of unified leadership among school administrators, and ensuring students have the support systems they need to succeed. He emphasizes that students’ social, emotional, and physical well-being must be addressed before academic success can follow. As one of the first districts to adopt Sweethearts & Heroes, he be...

Hope Garcia returns to the Aired Out Podcast to tackle a tough but critical issue — bullying in our local schools. From firsthand experiences to what parents and schools can do differently, this is an honest, no-holds-barred discussion about what’s really happening in our communities and how we can protect our kids.  Real conversation. Real impact. Real. Raw. Relevant. Relatable.

Middle East advisor to the United States for more than two decades, Gabe Lajeunesse joins the show to break down the escalating conflict and answer the tough questions surrounding Operation Epic Fury. From the origins of the crisis to the military strategy unfolding now, Gabe provides rare insider perspective on what’s happening in Iran, what it means for the region, and what Americans should unde...

If you had one Pillar every teacher should master tomorrow, what would it be? This morning on Aired Out, we welcomed Winton Buddington of Sweethearts & Heroes to the mic — and it was one of those conversations that sticks with you. Winton tied together the heart of the “13 Pillars of Affective Teaching” with what really builds strong schools and strong communities: relationships. We talked abo...

From the Aired Out Podcast this “Fat Tuesday” — also National Random Acts of Kindness Day — here’s what we covered: A 6-year-old girl sells more than 100,000 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies. Local and celebrity birthdays. Your chance to win tickets to experience Heartless live this Friday at the Chandler Center for the Arts. The worst potholes in Vermont. Olympic gold highlights. College hoops update....

Your name aboard NASA’s Artemis II mission for a 10-day journey around the moon?  Live music is front and center this week as Heartless brings the ultimate tribute to Ann Wilson and Heart to the Chandler Center for the Arts this Friday night. It’s shaping up to be a packed house and a huge night for local rock fans. Aired Out gets you there with free tickets this week! Trump and his newly floated...

Hope Garcia, a local mom, and her sister Chrissy Searles recently spoke publicly about concerns regarding bullying happening in area schools. They shared their experiences and perspectives on the issue during an appearance on the AIRED OUT podcast, where they broke their silence on the topic and highlighted specific concerns about how bullying is being handled in their community. Their comments we...

FRIDAY THE 13TH WITH G ON AIRED OUT ! It’s Friday the 13th… so naturally we’re leaning in. Is Krispy Kreme tempting fate today? Valentines vs Galentines – which one wins? Charilyn's Cupcakes wins the TOP MOM award The impact of Night to Shine TONIGHT in Barre Vermont Vermont State Inspections – necessary or nonsense? The reality of VT roads (mud season is knocking…) DHS funding, Nancy Guthrie PC c...

This morning on the AIRED OUT  Podcast I was joined by Eric J. Buzzetto, Physical Education teacher at JFK Elementary in the Brewster, NY School District — and what a powerful conversation it was. Eric doesn’t just teach physical education… he builds culture. Through the Sweethearts & Heroes framework, he has transformed his gym into more than a place for fitness. It’s a space where courage is...

Josh Miller of Vermont Fatherhood is part of the regular guest line-up here at AIRED OUT, joining us every second Monday of the month! Josh and I continue our powerful, honest conversations about what it means to be a father—and even more, a dad. Today, we talk about the power behind the word “no,” building trust, truly connecting, the meaning hidden in “how was your day,” setting healthy limits o...

Melissa Fisher, Dean of Students at Georgia Elementary & Middle School in Vermont the Aired Out Podcast on Sweethearts & Heroes Day for real conversation about: • Supporting students beyond the classroom • Building strong school culture and community • Leadership, accountability, and student success through the STEP and BRAVE programs • What today’s kids really need to thrive and LOTS more...

Vermont’s housing market has seen prices rise steadily. As of late 2025, the median home price across the state was about $415,000. Vermonters are being priced out of Vermont for many reasons, but if you believe that HOUSING - and more importantly, AFFORDABLE HOUSING is the root to turning Vermont around and keeping Vermonters in their state, this episode is for you. What is the Downstreet Homeown...

February is American Heart Health Month, but today isn’t about stats — it’s about one local man, one moment, and one decision that changed everything. He ignored the signs. He thought he was “fine.” Turns out, his heart had other plans. This morning on Aired Out, we’re sharing a real Vermont story about heart health, warning signs, and how fast life can flip when you don’t listen to your body. If...

Duane Coute, President of the North Country Chevrolet Dealers, is all in on Sweethearts and Heroes, calling out the tremendous, life-changing impact they’re making in our schools and communities, and backing it up with action, not just words. #airedoutpodcast 

Will Bennington and Zach Tillinghast - firefighters with the Barre City Fire Department and members of union Local 881

Fire Chief Keith Cushman on the weekend cold snap, Tess Taylor on warming shelters open, hot-take dating with G and TONS of fun to jump-start your weekend!

LETS GO THURSDAY ! COLD WARNING, State, National, World headlines, Flu Shots and more!

HOUSING IN VT - Kevin Ellis, Down Street Housing & Community Development