In this episode our hosts Matt Harrington and Jonathan Cooper interview Dr. Joshua Sherman of Arlington, Vermont.

Joshua Sherman is making a significant impact in Southern Vermont through his professional and artistic pursuits. In 2014, Sherman purchased an historic gristmill and two surrounding buildings in East Arlington.  The Mill and the evolving campus (recording studio, gallery, farm, artist development program) and many more initiatives is a major contributor to Arlington’s revitalization. Old Mill Road Recording is now a state-of-the-art luxury destination recording studio and has featured in-house GRAMMY ® Winning Engineer Benjamin J. Arrindell. Sherman’s daytime job of being a medical doctor at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center hospital is equally impactful. He is active in theatre including developing a play about life of Norman Rockwell (Perfect Picture) that has been shown at Southern Vermont Arts Center. Sherman is also the owner of Old Mill Road Media which is the publisher of Vermont Magazine, Stratton Magazine, Manchester Life, and the Vermont News Guide.

This episode dives into cultural production v cultural consumption. Our region is already well-known for the opportunities it gives visitors and residents to “consume” culture at playhouses, museums, historic properties, and the like, but how do you direct resources to produce culture. The ramifications here are pretty big: showing up on a different sort of map, and drawing the interest and attention of a different set of professionals (in this case, sound/audio engineering), and perhaps becoming a draw for emerging and established professionals in this and related fields. 

We talk with Dr. Sherman about this idea and more on this episode of Shirenomics.

This audio is a production of GNAT-TV.

In this episode our hosts interview Beth Dow who was one of the fortunate recipients of hte first round of Vermont's Relocation Grant program. Vermont's Relocation Grant program made national news in 2019 for offering anyone up to "$10,000 to move to Vermont."  This episode focuses on the experience of that program and how The Shires region went a couple extra steps further to welcome the Dows.

This show is produced by GNAT TV with sponsorship from Bennington County Regional Commission and the Southwestern Medical Center.

You’re listening to the Southwestern Vermont ChamberCast! This podcast platform is produced by the Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce who’s mission is to promote, lead and advocate a unified effort, on behalf of its members, to maintain and improve a healthy business climate and rewarding quality of life for this region.

This episode is based on the article series called SHIRENOMICS. Our SHIRENOMIC articles look to highlight and communicate the intersection between The Shires of Vermont region located in Southwestern Vermont and the economies and businesses that make the region work!

Regional agencies work to retain workforce and promote preventative health care outside the doctor’s office

By Makayla-Courtney McGeeney in partnership with Southwestern Vermont Chamber of Commerce

In Southwestern Vermont, also known as The Shires of Vermont, residents are never too far without a health clinic of some sort, or knowing someone who is employed by the largest growing industry. Without a 24/7 rescue squad, full-service hospital, and numerous specialty clinics, residents of Bennington County wouldn’t have the quality of health that they do. It’s not just the rolling Green Mountains and maple syrup that keep everyone healthy, it’s on-the-ground and in the community prevention work.

Our Lunch & Learn series is geared towards hard working businesses that want ‘the edge’ when it comes to business innovation and growth.  This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that delves into topics like media, healthcare, mindfulness, finances for small business and more with leading regional subject matter experts.

This episode focuses on Paula Kamperman of Bennington County Solid Waste Alliance to discuss new laws and practices on waste, recycling and greening up the planet.

Back in the GNAT studio for season 2 of Shirenomics, Matt and Jonathan connect with Paul Carroccio, local real estate agent and investor, on why he's so bullish on Bennington the county.

This podcast is produced in partnership with GNAT-TV.org

On this episode of Explore The Shires we take a look at Centerline Architects & Planners in Bennington, Vermont. For over 30 years now, Gary and his team of architects and designers have been fusing historic with modern, old with new and creating some of the iconic buildings of our region.

Explore The Shires is produced by Catamount Access Television

Our Lunch & Learn series are geared towards hard working businesses that want the edge when it comes to business innovation and growth. This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that will delve into how to use video and social media to its highest potential for your business. Hosted by Matt Harrington of the Chamber and local media business CAT-TV, this Lunch & Learn will take place at the The Lightning Jar in Bennington from 12-1 pm. This event is free for members of the chamber and participation is encouraged!

The Mountain Adventure Park at Vermont's Summer Adventure is packed with family fun for all ages. Our Explore The Shires team caught up with some of the staff to explore riding the fast track on the triple-track Alpine Slide, tackling the Giant Swing, and taking a 360 spin in the Space Bike! 

Explore The Shires is produced by Catamount Access Television

Our Lunch & Learn series is geared towards hard working businesses that want ‘the edge’ when it comes to business innovation and growth.  This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that delves into topics like media, healthcare, mindfulness, finances for small business and more with leading regional subject matter experts.

Stress can be a big disruptor in your business, as well as your personal life.  Deb Lewis of Mindful Paths has been teaching Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction for over twenty years. Her focus is to help you become aware that, 'there is more right with you than wrong'. By incorporating positive attitudes, changing perspectives, and honoring the body, you can attain a major transformation in your life and your business!

Our Lunch & Learn series are geared towards hard working businesses that want the edge when it comes to business innovation and growth. This one-hour, bring-your-own-lunch format is a power packed hour that will delve into tips for making sure your small business is on the right track financially. This specific Lunch and Learn featured Bill Deveneau of Veracity Financial.