Vermont Viewpoint
Vermont Viewpoint covers a lot of ground, both geographically and topically. You'll hear from lawmakers, newsmakers, business people and your own friends and neighbors. This is the show you want to tune into to hear what compelling and/or fun topic you'll be introduced to each day.
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6-5-2026 Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis
<p>Originally broadcast June 5, 2026</p><p></p><p>Guest: Washington County Senator Andy Perchlik</p>
June 3, 2026 - Ross Connolly talks about legislative developments across New England
<p>John Reynolds, State Director with NFIB, rejoins the show to grade the policies passed by the legislature now that session is over and how small businesses will be impacted</p><p></p><p>Mike Stenhouse, former Red Sox player and CEO of the RI Center for Freedom & Prosperity, updates listeners about the proposed RI budget, wealth taxes, and working together across New England to improve the economy</p><p></p><p>Sarah Scott, State Director with Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire, discusses Right to Try legislation for patients facing a terminal diagnosis, how NH is positioning to be a biotech...
June 1, 2026 - Brad Ferland recaps the Legislative Session, the AARP Fraud Watch, and a musician who recently put on a great show in St. Albans
<p>First Hour -</p><p></p><p>Senator Thomas Chittenden</p><p>Matt Cota Meadowhill Consulting</p><p>Legislative adjournment recap</p><p> </p><p>Second Hour --</p><p></p><p>Elliott Greenblott</p><p>AARP Fraudwatch</p><p> </p><p>Violinist Justin Ouellet</p><p>Lumo’s experience</p><p>St. Albans Concert review</p>
5-28-2-26 Vermont Viewpoint with David Zuckerman
<p>5-28-2026 on Vermont Viewpoint, host David Zuckerman welcomes Margaret McLean and White River Valley SU Superintendent Jamie Kinnarney from the Vermont Rural School Community Alliance to discuss the current bill addressing education. </p><p></p><p>Then, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Aly Richards joins the program to discuss why she wants to be Governor and to answer your questions about her positions on the issues Vermonters face.</p>
May 27, 2026 Ross Connolly talks about the Vermont Legislative Session, Memorial Day, and recent federal election results
<p>Alison Despathy rejoins the show to break down the debate around the clean heat standard, the bait and switch solution from the Majority, and why Vermonters need to stay vigilant.</p><p></p><p>John Vick, Executive Director for Concerned Veterans for America, discusses the importance of Memorial Day, supporting veterans, CVA's Vets on the Hill event in DC, and why more veterans need to speak up in the political process.</p><p></p><p>AJ Kierstead, host of the New England Take Podcast, breaks down the recent electoral losses of incumbent federal elected officials and what it means...
Vermont Viewpoint with Rob Roper - 05/26/2026 - Screens in Schools with Laura Derrendinger & Combatting Anti-Semitism in Schools with Corinne Dodson
<p>Rob Roper talks with Laura Derrendinger (Vermont Coalition Independence, Reconnection & Liberation) about removing digital screens from schools, and increasing human connection.</p><p> </p><p>Then, Rob and Corinne Dodson (Shalom Alliance of VT) discuss combatting antisemitism in schools.</p>
Vermont Viewpoint with Rob Roper - 05/26/2026 - Screens in Schools with Laura Derrendinger & Combatting Anti-Semitism in Schools with Corinna Dodson
<p>Rob Roper talks with Laura Derrendinger (Vermont Coalition Independence, Reconnection & Liberation) about removing digital screens from schools, and increasing human connection.</p><p></p><p>Then, Rob and Corinna Dodson discuss combatting antisemitism in schools.</p><p></p><p>This Episode of the Vermont Viewpoint aired on 05/26/2026</p>
VT Viewpoint: 5-21-26 Lt. Gov. Candidate Ryan McLaren’s Housing Reform & Tackling America’s Civic Literacy Crisis
<p>David Zuckerman sits down with Democratic Lieutenant Governor candidate Ryan McLaren to discuss his newly unveiled municipal housing and education tax reform proposal. In the second hour, the conversation shifts to public discourse and media literacy with Michael Kane, Founder of American Civics Snapshots, and veteran Harwood Union educator Matt Henchen. They will discuss their work to help adults and youth push back against modern political tribalism in order to actually delve into real solution oriented discussion</p>
May 18, 2026 - Brad Ferland talks with author Conal O'Brien, Danielle Roberts talks about some upcoming events in Franklin County, and Representative Ashley Bartley has the latest from the State House
<p>Conal O’Brien</p><p>New book out- What Ever Happened to Anna Canneli. This is the 3rd in a series. Conal previously published books, Birth of an Angel and Death of Television.</p><p>Brad and Conal will talk about Conal’s new book, living in a small Vermont town after living in New York City and Los Angeles and the journey of life.</p><p>10:00 to 10:30</p><p>Danielle Roberts</p><p>Danielle Roberts, Director of Community Relations</p><p>Northwestern Counseling and Support Services</p><p>Adult Mental Health First Aid</p><p>Thursday May 28 and Frida...
May 18th, 2026 - Vermont Viewpoint with Brad Ferland
<p>This Episode of the Vermont Viewpoint aired on 05/18/2026</p>
