Vermont Viewpoint

In the second hour, Pat McDonald welcomes in-studio friend of WDEV Chris Barbieri. Chris is the former President and former Asia Division Director at the Vermont Chamber of Commerce. Pat and Chris talk all things China.

In the first hour, Pat McDonald talks with the Executive Director of the Vermont Granite Museum Scott McLaughlin, Ph. D. Scott provides updates on museum, and much more.

In the second hour, Kevin Ellis talks with tv/radio host, producer, and professor, Fran Stoddard. They talk about the Vermont Global Exchange and her career in media.

Kevin Ellis starts the first hour reviewing the Israel-Hamas war. Then, he talks with Dr. Marvin Malek about enrolling in Medicare.

In the second hour, Pat McDonald welcomes back to the show Senior Chef Instructor Joey Buttendorf from the Community Kitchen Academy at Capstone along with one of Joey's students, Anthony Maskell.

In the first hour, Pat McDonald welcomes in-studio author Alan Rubel. Alan tells us about his new book he co-authored: The Greatest Burden The Greatest Blessing: Caregiving stories of hope, humility, and love.

In the second hour, Brad Ferland is joined in-studio by Vermont writer and author Conal O’Brien. Conal talks with Brad about his career, and his new book - Death of Television: The COVID Murders Mystery: Book Two of Two.

In the first hour, Brad Ferland is joined by Vermont State Representative Scott Beck. They talk about upcoming session goals, education issues, his Vermont retail analysis, and his bookstore in St. Johnsbury. 

In the second hour, Kevin is joined by Seven Days reporter Courtney Lamdin to talk about her latest story - "There Are Plenty of Potential Successors to Outgoing Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger". Then, Kevin closes out the show by taking you through some of news stories of the week.

Kevin Ellis starts the first hour with his Friday essay. Then, he talks with author Ward Hayes Wilson about his new book - It Is Possible: A Future Without Nuclear Weapons. 

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.