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Vermont Viewpoint
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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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July 21, 2026 Host Paul Dame talks with three freshman Vermont members of the House of Representatives, and covers some relevant local news
4d ago01:28:37Tap to summarizeRepresentative Kumulia "Kase" Long (R-Milton)Calls & general newsRepresentative David Soucy (R-Barre Town)Representative Val Taylor (R-Mendon)
Transcribe →July 20, 2026 Host Brad Ferland
5d ago01:25:57Tap to summarizeMelinda White and Dawn Tatro - talk about the 5th Annual Substance Use Addiction SummitFriday July 31, Champlain Valley Exposition10:00-4:00Montpelier City Council member Pelin Kohn is Running for the Washington-4 District House seat in Montpelier;Wendy Steager Garden Club PresidentCaroline Castaldo, of Gardens of Waterbury and Across the River, presented by A River Runs Through It (ARRTI) Garden Club Private self-guided toursthis Sunday, July 26 • 10 AM - 4 PM
Transcribe →Lachlan Francis hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT
1w ago01:30:31Tap to summarizeVermont Viewpoint originally broadcast Friday, July 17, 2026
Transcribe →David Zuckerman hosts VERMONT VIEWPOINT 7-16-2026
1w ago01:31:10Tap to summarize"The irreverent Bob Stannard joins David for 2 hours of entertaining banter, music, political moments, poignant memories, and teaching his grandson to fish. It'll make you smile."
Transcribe →July 15, 2026 Ross Connolly talks with guests about affordability, the US/Iran war, and an upcoming music concert
1w ago01:24:32Tap to summarizeElizabeth Brown & Paul Craney with the Fiscal Alliance Foundation discuss the announcement of their expansion into Vermont, why VT is falling further behind, the affordability issues impacting the Green Mountain State, and solutions to VT’s problems.John Goodnight updates listeners on the restart of hostilities between the US & Iran, why the MOU failed, and the path to peace going forward.Justin Ouellet, musical artist and teacher, discusses his upcoming shows in Vermont, his music background, his passion for performing, his musical style, and how listeners can follow his work.Dave Soulia from FYIVT.com discusses his recent article titled, “VT: Can't afford to live here - Can't afford to leave” and what we can do to turn around the out migration, especially with young Vermonters, that is setting the state on a backwards path.
Transcribe →July 14, 2025 Host Paul Dame discusses the increasing role of women in the Vermont Republican Party and the growth of the VT Federation of Republican Women
2w ago01:26:26Tap to summarizeHost Paul Dame discusses the increasing role of women in the Vermont Republican Party and the growth of the VT Federation of Republican Women.Rep. Pattie McCoy (R-Poultney)Andrea Treadway, the Chair of Orwell SelectboardStephanie Mack, VFRW candidate in Essexand Stacey Malloy, VFRW President
Transcribe →July 13, 2026 Brad Ferland talks with the new President of Campaign for Vermont, the Governor's new healthcare executive order, and musicians Christine Lynch Malcolm and Marc Edwards, performing in a folk music concert this Saturday in Greensboro.
2w ago01:25:37Tap to summarizePam MacKenzie namedNew President of Campaign for VermontCampaign for Vermont is a nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy organization dedicated to the vision of a more prosperous Vermont. Their mission is to advocate for public policy changes by reconnecting middle-class Vermonters to their government. Joined by Ben Kinsley Executive director of CFVHayden Dublois is the Data and Analytics Director for the Foundation for Government Accountability. Today to discuss Healthcare, after GOVERNOR PHIL SCOTT SIGNED A HEALTHCARE EXECUTIVE ORDER TO EXPAND INSURANCE CHOICES AND LOWER COSTS Musicians Christine Lynch Malcolm and Marc Edwards, AT the Highland Center for the ArtsSaturday, July 18, 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.In this 250th Anniversary of our Declaration of Independence it is fitting to celebrate the American folk tradition of songs of “resistance, solidarity and hope.”The Highland Center for the Arts is glad to welcome Patti Casey, Jess O’Brien, Will & Dan Lindner, Christine Malcolm, Don Houghton, Roy MacNeil, Krishna Guthrie and other Vermont artists who will be joining them performing songs from the canon of American folk as well as some of their own originals.
Transcribe →July 9, 2026 - David Zuckerman talks with Chittenden County State's Attorney Sarah George, and Chittenden County State Senator Thomas Chittenden
2w ago01:33:22Tap to summarizeJuly 9, 2026 - David Zuckerman talks with Chittenden County State's Attorney Sarah George, and Chittenden County State Senator Thomas Chittenden.
Transcribe →July 8, 2026 Ross Connolly talks about the Maine US Senate race, economic comparison between Vermont and New Hampshire, and America 250
2w ago01:26:58Tap to summarizeJohn Reynolds, State Director with NFIB, compares New Hampshire to Vermont and informs listeners why the NH Advantage has been so successful, how it has positively impacted the average Granite Stater, how VT’s strategy has failed by comparison, and why a similar model in the Green Mountain State would benefit Vermonters.Nick Murray with Lead Maine updates listeners about new controversies in the race for US Senate in Maine, whether a new candidate will replace Graham Platner, the process to do so, and the path forward for Maine Democrats.Chris Maidment rejoins the show to talk about his trip to Washington D.C. over the weekend to celebrate America 250, the festivities, and why it was worth the trouble of security and travel. Lauren Stewart, Senior Federal Affairs Liaison with Americans for Prosperity, discusses the one year anniversary of the passage of the Working Families Tax Cut, how it is benefiting the American people, misconceptions about what the bill did, and the positive impact it will continue to have in the coming years.
Transcribe →July 7, 2026 Paul Dame is joined by St. Albans State Representative Joe Luneau, and Vermont Historian Tom Hughes
3w ago01:28:54Tap to summarizeSt. Albans Rep. Joe Luneau (R-Franklin-3) joins Paul to talk about the latest Legislative Session, mid-term elections, and major issues facing Vermonters.And Historian Tom Hughes talks about U,S. History and Vermont's response to the 250th celebration in Vermont and Washington D.C.
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