Vermont Viewpoint

Vermont Viewpoint
  • 3.8 (8)
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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.

  1. 2d ago

    Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis

    HOUR 1 Owain Lucas, Jester Landin, Zach Reynolds HOUR 2 Rep. Mike Mrowicki (D-Putney) Originally broadcast on WDEV AM & FM Friday, October 2, 2026

  2. 3d ago

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    Vermont Viewpoint with David Zuckerman: In hour one, we take a close look at the Addison district Senate race with State Senator Ruth Hardy and candidate Hannah Sessions of Blue Ledge Farm. Then in hour 2 Spectrum Youth & Family Services Executive Director Mark Redmond joins the line, along with guests to highlight the upcoming Empty Bowl Dinner and powerful client success stories. Originally broadcast over WDEV AM & FM Waterbury, VT Thursday, October 1, 2026

  3. 4d ago

    September 30, 2026 Guest host Rachel Burgin talks about land-use laws, proposed rules by the VT Department of Health, and NY's new civil service law

    Vermont House Minority Leader Pattie McCoy joins the show to recap the 2026 Vermont legislative session and discuss why affordability remained such a major issue. The conversation will cover property taxes, education spending, health care costs, and legislation Republicans proposed to address rising costs. Shella Alcabes, Deputy Head of Litigation, Freedom Foundation discusses the Freedom Foundation’s federal lawsuit challenging New York’s newly enacted Section 216 civil service law. She will explain why the organization halted its New York outreach, how the law could affect efforts to educate public employees about their union membership rights, and why the case could have broader First Amendment implications beyond New York.  Sofia Hamilton, Health Care Policy Analyst, AFP will talk about the new proposed rules by the VT Department of Health to essentially eliminate the birthing center law passed in 2025. The discussion will examine what is driving health care costs, how mandates and regulations can affect premiums and consumer choice, and policy reforms that could give patients more options, greater control, and more affordable coverage.   and Vermont State Representative Rob North, Addison-3 discusses what happened during the 2026 legislative session on education, housing, land use, and environmental policy—and why major affordability concerns remain unresolved. North represents Addison-3 and serves on the House Committee on Environment and the Joint Legislative Environmental Oversight Committee.

  4. 5d ago

    September 29, 2026 Paul Dame with Jim Dingley and Paul McMannus

    Chairman Dame is joined by two Democrats who lost their primary but now appear on the General Election ballot as Republicans. During the first hour we’ll hear from elder law attorney Jim Dingley, running for Bennington County Probate judge and discuss some of the issues facing Vermont seniors. Then to close out the show Paul McMannus of the Chittenden County Sheriff’s Department talks about the role of High Bailiff. https://www.dingleylaw.org/ https://www.mcmanus4bailiff.com/

  5. 6d ago

    September 28, 2026 Brad Ferland talks about the new Vermont National Guard Family Readiness Center, Treasurer Candidate Lynn Lafleur, and Matt Cota talks winter fuel heating prices

    Miriam Boyle -Director of Family Programs -deployment reintegration and new Family Readiness Center The Vermont National Guard Joint Readiness Program provides education, support, and resources to help service members, veterans, and their families maintain physical, emotional, financial, and spiritual well-being. https://www.ngfamily.vt.gov/ Lynn LaFleur - Candidate for Vermont State Treasurer (R) The Vermont State Treasurer serves as the state’s chief banker and investment officer, responsible for managing public funds, state investments, and financial services. https://lafleur4vttreasurer.com › meet-lafleur Matt Cota with Meadow Bill Consulting warns about higher home heating prices for fuel this winter https://www.meadowhillvt.com/

  6. Sep 25

    Vermont Viewpoint with Lachlan Francis

    Originally broadcast - Friday, September 25th Guest: Vermont Gas CEO Neale Lunderville

  7. Sep 24

    David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT

    David is joined by Filmmaker Bess O’Brien to talk about her inspiring new documentary on neighbors helping neighbors across Vermont. These short vignettes show some of the many ways that folks everyday acts across Vermont, weave our communities together. Later, David will interview Rutland County Senate candidate Dave Wolk. David has a 50 year history of public service in Rutland County from being a teacher, up through every level of education, culminating with nearly two decades as the President of Castleton State College.

  8. Sep 23

    September 23, 2026 Ross Connolly talks about Legislation in our region that should be considered here in Vermont, and the possible effects of Proposition 3 in the state.

    Zach Dora, Advocacy Director for Jersey 1st, joins the show to discuss how a new independent contractor rule could impact gig workers, why New Jerseyans and Americans should be free to pursue employment that works best for them, why Vermonters should care, and the final America 250 celebrations. Clara Morrison, Executive Director of the Right for Vermont Foundation, informs listeners about Proposition 3, what it would do, and the potential economic impacts. James Morrone, Policy Analyst with Americans for Prosperity, breaks down how energy policy is a top concern for voters in the midterms.  What is causing energy spikes across New England and nationally, and what policy solutions voters should be looking for from candidates to solve the issue. Chris Maidment, New Hampshire political strategist, updates listeners about the proposal to cap property taxes in New Hampshire, what it would do, how it would restrain local tax increases and local spending, why holding the vote during a general election increases public participation, and why VT should consider a similar proposal.

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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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  • Creator
    Vermont Viewpoint
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    997
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2026 Vermont Viewpoint
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