Vermont Viewpoint

John Goodnight rejoins the program to discuss the civil uprising in Iran and whether the regime is facing its last days. We also break down the aggressive moves by the Trump administration to acquire Greenland. Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance, updates listeners about rising energy rates in Massachusetts and what lawmakers should be doing to address the issue. M...

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/21/2026.  

Rob first welcomes in Matt Cota, with Meadow Hill Consulting, talking about the issues around the Clean Heat Standard, which bills are proceeding in Montpelier, and the Governor's Budget Address later today. Then Ben Kinsley, of Campaign for Vermont, joins Rob to give his take on the Legislative Agenda for 2026, and Vermont's struggles with affordability.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/19/2026.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/16/2026.

David Zuckerman hosts two timely conversations on Vermont Viewpoint. Rep. Emilee Krasnow joins to discuss housing, affordability, and the 2026 legislative session. Then, Cynthia Gardner Morse and Sonja Andrews break down the proposed closures of Doty Memorial and Calais Elementary ahead of the February 10 vote. This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/15/2026.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/14/26.

Rob and Paul talk about issues with State Government, and bills being put forward during this legislative session at the State House, with listener phone calls.

Brad opens with a talk with Meadow Hill Consulting's Matt Cota on the first week of the Vermont Legislative Session and the Governor's State of the State Address. Then Representative Gina Galfetti (R-Barre Town, Williamstown) and Sarita Austin (D-Colchester) about their recent trip to Israel, and calls from some activist groups for their resignation on account of it. And Molly Millwood, clinical p...

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/09/2026.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/08/2026. David Zuckerman invites Rick Winston and Andrea Serota share how Winter Sundays at Adamant Community Arts Center combats isolation. Then Superintendent Jamie Kinnarney explains Act 73, its impact on rural schools, and the Governor’s education agenda.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/07/2026.

Rob talks Vermont Legislature with Dave Soulia of FYIVT on the start of the Legislative Session, then Rachel Feldman talks with Rob about anti-semitism in Vermont and a bill up for debate about anti-semitism in the State House.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/05/2026.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/02/2026.

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 12/29/2025. Dan Evans previews a busy schedule for January at the Zenbarn in Waterbury, along with a few selections from some of the artists who will be performing there. Matt Cota offers his thoughts as we close in on the start of the 2026 Legislative session in Montpelier. And Brad features a few songs from Vermont Western Swing Artist Rick Norcros...

Paul Dame, Chair of the Vermont Republican Party, on the upcoming legislative session and 2026 election, and Amy Hornblas about her organization Stand Up Vermont and her new online forum, Vermont Back Porch.

Brad opens with a few stories from the Sheep Farm, then... Rusty Dewees "The Logger" exchanges gifts, shares about his holiday memories, his life and career, and provides a musical performance that brings Brad in for some help. Then Elizabeth Von Trapp and Brad exchange gifts, and Elizabeth offers up some music and good conversation, and talk about Christmas and love.

On this episode of Vermont Viewpoint, David first talks with Steve Howard, Executive Director of the Vermont State Employee Association VSEA, about Governor Scott’s return-to-commute executive work order and what it means for state employees as well as Vermonters access to services. We will also discuss federal cuts and how that will impact Vermonters both through state programs and adjacent organ...

Rob opens with Orange-1 Republican Representative Mike Tagliavia (Orange, Washington, Corinth, Vershire). Then Washington-Orange Republican Representative Gina Galfetti (Barre Town, Williamstown) joins in the second hour. The discussion revolves around Taxation issues, overspending in Montpelier, and the lack of affordability in Vermont.

WDEV Legislative Preview with Matt Cota of Meadow Hill Education Property Taxes, Health Care Affordability, Transportation Fund Warning Signs. Energy Costs & Climate Policy, A moment of Hope:  Split the Ticket 100,000 gallons of free fuel delivered through Split the Ticket; A 2025 Vermont Almanac preview WITH Patrick White, Dave Mance, Brett Stanciu; and then Seth Soloway, Executive Director O...

This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 12/12/25.

On this episode of Policy Hour, host David Zuckerman leads two critical conversations shaping Vermont’s future. From 9–10 AM, Senator Martine Larocque Gulick and Representative Edye Graning join David to unpack the School Redistricting Task Force’s recommendations and how state leaders have responded. Then, from 10–11 AM, Saru Jayaraman, President of One Fair Wage, explores the fight for fair pay,...

Ross talks first with Jared Rhoads, founder and director of the Center for Modern Health, informs listeners about the reasons behind rising health insurance costs and what can be done to improve Vermont’s Healthcare policies. Then John Byrnes, Strategic Director with Concerned Veterans for America, discusses the new 2025 National Security Strategy released by the Trump Administration and what prio...

Rob talks first with Caledonia County Republican Senator Scott Beck, a member of the Act 73 Redistricting Task Force, on Education Costs, and what may happen at the State House in the upcoming Legislative Session. and then is joined by Graham Merriweather, of the Liberty Foodfest, coming up in Bellows Falls this Thursday through Saturday, December 11th through 13th. John Klar, of the Small Farm Re...