Vermont Viewpoint

On this episode of Vermont Viewpoint, Guest Host Pat McDonald talks with Jesse Bruchac- Director of the School of Abenaki, Middlebury College. They talk about a Two Week Immersion Program. For the second half of the show, Pat McDonald talks with Peter Tucker- the Advocacy and Public Affairs Director for the Vermont Association of Realtors. They talk about the Housing Crisis in Vermont.

We start the morning learning about a foundation that recently matched the amount raised at a benefit concert for Ukraine. Then, “Eye on the World” host John Batchelor joins us in the morning hours to talk about the show that’s been recently added to the WDEV late-night lineup. After that, we discuss a new novel — “Sugaring Down” — that takes us back to the late ‘60s influx of back-to-the-land hippies to Vermont.  And we finish the morning speaking with Vermont Ski+Ride editor and co-publisher Lisa Lynn about here recent article, “Why Is Everyone So Angry About Vail Resorts?” 

We open up the show hearing about a push to get Vermonters to plant sunflowers to show support for Ukraine. Then, Calvin Cutler of WCAX provides a State House Update. Next, Elliott Greenblott of AARP Vermont returns with new scams to warn us about. After that, we’ll learn about the creams, lotions, oils, bath salts and CBD-infused formulas offered by The Body Lounge in Stowe. And we finish the morning hearing about the work of the Vermont Family Network and its upcoming annual conference. 

The show starts with a look at how the Vermont State Colleges are working to meet the state’s workforce development needs. Then Radio Vermont forecaster Roger Hill talks about how climate change is affecting the change of seasons. After that, national correspondent Bob Ney provides an update. That’s followed by news of a Burlington entrepreneur who is looking to create a rival to Amazon with an emphasis on buying locally. And we finish up in Lyndonville visiting the Trenchers Farmhouse Gastronomia for some fresh pasta. 

We start the show learning about Josh’s House, a wellness and recreation space for Military veterans, located in Fort Ethan Allen. Next, author S. Lee Manning talks about her timely novel, “Nerve Attack,” involving Russia and a deadly nerve agent. After that, we get a preview of Norwich University’s Architecture and Art Symposium, being held Friday afternoon. And then, we open up the phones for the first time in two weeks to hear what’s on your mind. 

On this episode of Vermont Viewpoint, Ric is live from Shaw’s General Store in Stowe, talking with many of the locals to find out what makes Shaw’s and Stowe special!

Don’t let Monday’s snow deter you. Spring planting season is getting near and we’ll have “In the Garden” host Peter Burke on for the first hour to answer all your gardening questions. Next, we meet a Vermonter who creates one-of-a-kind repurposed wooden gifts, jewelry and accessories. He’s made items out of wood from the original Vermont State Seal tree, a piece of the basketball court used by the Minneapolis Lakers and the barrel of a bat broken by NESN Red Sox commentator Ellis Burks in a major league game. And we finish the morning meeting a woman who is turning old clothes into artistic floor coverings.  

We open up the show hearing about a locally written and produced musical called “Halfway There.” Then, Calvin Cutler of WCAX provides a State House Update. Next, as March Madness takes hold, we hear from a local writer, who made it to the Elite Eight, about his madness for local hoops. After that, we’ll get to taste a new Vermont-made beverage – Bitter Bubble. And we complete the morning at St. Mike’s learning about the Art and Science of Alpine Crystals, or snow! 

We open up the show learning about the expanding train service in Vermont and getting important information about staying safe around train tracks. Next, author Doug Wilhelm joins us to discuss his new book, “Catalysts for Change.” After that, we turn to national correspondent Bob Ney for insight into what’s happening around the world. Next, Steve Goldstein of Seven Days shares stories from his time in Russia. And we finish be hearing about CVHHH’s “Being There” exhibit on display at the State House.  

It’s Academy Awards time, so we’ve called in Meg Malone, who’s seen more nominated movies than anyone in Vermont, to learn what and who she likes for the Oscars. After that, we learn about the Vermont Symphony Orchestra’s plans for an amazing light show to go with its outstanding classical music presentation. And then, Governor Phil Scott joins us to answer your questions.