Vermont Viewpoint originally broadcast Friday, July 17, 2026

"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."

Elizabeth 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.

Host 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 Selectboard

Stephanie Mack, VFRW candidate in Essex

and Stacey Malloy, VFRW President

Pam MacKenzie named

New President of Campaign for Vermont

Campaign 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 CFV

Hayden 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 Arts

Saturday, 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.

July 9, 2026 - David Zuckerman talks with Chittenden County State's Attorney Sarah George, and Chittenden County State Senator Thomas Chittenden.

John 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.

St. 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.

Vermont National Guard

Joseph E. Brooks State Public Affairs Officer - on Communications between the VNG and the Public.

Westford Provisions - Owner Kim Harris

Westford Provisions opened in June 2025 in the heart of Westford Village and has since grown into a market, deli, coffee bar and ice cream shop serving residents and visitors throughout the region. Under one roof, visitors will find a full-service deli, Ruby's Ice Cream, Black Orchid Coffee and a retail market stocked with Vermont-made products alongside specialty foods and gifts from around the world.

Amy Brewer (MPH, CHES, Health Educator with the Franklin Grand Isle Tobacco Prevention Coalition) On July 1st, Vermont’s new youth tobacco prevention law (S.198) took effect.

(Act 148). An act relating to the regulation of tobacco products and tobacco substitutes.

Elliott Greenblott -- AARP Fraud watch has the best advice to avoid getting scammed

and Fran Rowell, of the Craftsbury Players, celebrating their 60th anniversary

Founded in 1966, the CCP is a group of world-class musicians who perform both masterworks and lesser known chamber music gems every summer. Concerts feature ever-changing ensemble configurations.