Vermont Viewpoint

Kevin Ellis talks Vermont and national politics with former Viewpoint host and journalist Mark Johnson. Then, Theresa Snow, founder of Salvation Farms in Morristown, joins Kevin in studio to talk about their gleaning operation.

Pat McDonald is joined by Nate Nelson, the president of plant operations at Canusa Hershman Recycling of Vermont. Then, Steve Howard, the Executive Director for the Vermont State Employees' Association, joins Pat in-studio to talk about the impact of the 2023 legislative session.

Brad Ferland fills in for Kevin Ellis on a Friday and is joined in-studio by Brian Kravitz, Development and Outreach Director at Central Vermont Adult Basic Education. Then, Tommy Gardner from the News and Citizen and Stowe Reporter, stops by to talk with Brad. Followed by our weekly conversations with National News Corespondent Bob Ney and Seven Days. And then, Brent Garrow, Enosburg Lions Club P...

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Peter Sterling, the Executive Director of Renewable Energy Vermont. Then, Pat talks with Bill Ewell, a pastor, and first responder.

Kevin Ellis is joined in-studio by UVM Professor Jon Erickson to talk about his new book - "The Progress Illusion: Reclaiming Our Future from the Fairytale of Economics". Then, Kevin talks with two foster care advocates, Lucy Bolognese and Kate Slocum about National Foster Care Month. And then, Governor Phil Scott joins the show.

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Acting Lieutenant Charles Winn, Station Commander for the Berlin Barracks of the Vermont State Police. Then, Pat talks with Vermont author Jessica Dodge about her new book - “The Forgotten Witch”      

Brad Ferland talks with Vermont author Dan Close about his new book of poetry. Then, Brad sits down with Terry Culver, one of the owners of Last Time Around Antiques in Barre, Vt.

Kevin Ellis talks with Emilie Kornheiser, Chair of the House Ways and Means Committee. Then, our weekly check-ins with National News Corespondent Bob Ney and Seven Days. And then, Kevin closes out the week with open phones.

Pat McDonald is joined again in-studio by Rocket, for a wide-ranging conversation. Then, she sits down with Kate Reilly, Co-Director of Case Management, and Kim Lipinski, Director of Nutrition & Wellness, for Central Vermont Council on Aging.

Kevin Ellis talks with State Senator Andrew Perchlik of Washington. Then, two State House staffers, Ashley Moore and Conor Kennedy, join Kevin in-studio to talk about behind the scenes work in Montpelier.

Pat McDonald talks with Ben Kinsley, owner of Imperium Advisors about 2023 Legislative Session. Then, Pat sits down with Chris Winters, the Commissioner of the Vermont Department for Children and Families.

Brad Ferland talks with Maura Campbell, a playwright, director, screenwriter, and Vermonter, who is beginning to shoot a new movie in Vermont. Then, Brad sits down with addiction advocates Chip Piper and Greg Tatro - co-founder of Jenna's Promise, a recovery center in Johnson, Vt.

Kevin Ellis talks with Congresswoman Becca Balint about her first 100 days in Congress. Then, our weekly conversations with National News Corespondent Bob Ney, followed by Seven Days. Then, author Joe Sexton joins Kevin in-studio to talk about his new book - The Lost Sons of Omaha: The Tragic Deaths of Jake Gardner and James Scurlock in a Fractured America

Pat McDonald is joined in-studio by Jay Ramsey, Director of Workforce Development for the Vermont Department of Labor. Then, she talks with Brenna Galdenzi, President of Protect Our Wildlife, and John Aberth, a licensed volunteer wildlife rehabilitator.

Kevin Ellis talks with Aly Richards, Executive Director of Let’s Grow Kids. Then, Matt Cota, Executive Director of Vermont Fuel Dealers Association, joins Kevin in-studio.

Pat McDonald talks heat pumps with Michael Carter, Product Manager for Carrier Corporation in Indianapolis. Then, Pat sits down with Captain Lance Burnham, Emergency Communications Commander for the Vermont State Police, along with two 911 operators.

Brad Ferland starts the show talking with Burlington Mayor Miro Weinberger. Then, Rob Roper stops by the studio to talk about his artwork. And then, Brad sits down with local musicians Jon Gailmor and Taryn Noelle to talk about their upcoming concert at the Highlands Center for the Arts.

Kevin Ellis is first joined by Lola Duffort of VT Digger. Then, he sits down with Vermont Housing Commissioner Josh Hanford. And then, our weekly conversation with Seven Days. Kevin then closes out the week with open phones.

Pat McDonald sits down with Don Koch, an independent long-distance truck driver. Then, she talks with Sue Skaskiw, Executive Director of the Vermont Volunteer Services for Animals Human Society.

Kevin Ellis is joined by Mike Smith, Interim President of Vermont State University. Then, Kevin sits down Jenn Ellis, the maker of mittens worn by Senator Bernie Sanders, to talk about her new book - Bernie's Mitten Maker.

Pat McDonald sits down first with Heather Slayton, Communications Director for Washington County Mental Health Services. Then, Pat talks with Maria Rossi, certified doula and Doula Project Coordinator also for WCMHS.

Brad Ferland sits down with Steve Pond and Mark Duba, both retired Lake Champlain Transportation ferryboat captains. Then, our monthly check-in with Elliott Greenblott from the AARP Fraud Watch Network. Then, Brad talks with Lila Bennett, a Vermont author, about her new book - Break Free: A Step-by-Step Guide to Stop Addiction and Heal the Patterns That Lead You There.

Kevin Ellis leads off with House Appropriations Committee Chair Diane Lanpher. Then, he talks with the Governor's Press Secretary, Jason Maulucci. Followed by our weekly conversations with National News Corespondent Bob Ney, and Seven Days. And then, Kevin finishes the week with open phones.

Pat McDonald sits down with Wendy Wilton and Anne McClaughry from the Ethan Allen Institute. Then, Pat talks with Rocket, a member of the Hartford Select Board and Vermont Law School student.

Kevin Ellis sits down with Bianca Scheer, former Assistant District Attorney in Manhattan. Then, Kevin talks with Adam Greshin, Vermont Commissioner of Finance.