Vermont Public's general election debate series concludes tonight with the candidates for U.S. Senate, incumbent independent Sen. Bernie Sanders and Republican challenger Gerald Malloy. The debate is presented in partnership with VTDigger.This debate is part of Vermont Public’s Citizens Agenda approach to election coverage. We’re asking a simple question: What do you want the candidates to be discussing as they compete for your votes? Front Porch Forum is our lead outreach partner for this project.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

Vermont Edition revisits a conversation with the Grammy-nominated musician from July.

Stereotypes are an unfortunate reality in American social life. They can challenge our ability to get to know one another and make life difficult for those who are subject to prejudice.A recent series from the Vermont Public podcast Homegoings explores four stereotypes that get applied to Black men. Homegoings executive producer and host Myra Flynn tells us what she learned, and discussed the episodes with two of the guests from the series, stand up comic and veteran Marlon Fisher and Tino Rutanhira, president of the Vermont Professionals of Color.Broadcast live on Tuesday, October 22, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

“Stereo-anti-types” is a recent series from the podcast Homegoings. It examines some of the most troubling stereotypes that are applied to Black men.

We talk with the three candidates for Vermont attorney general on Monday as part of the station’s series of debates and candidate interviews ahead of the general election on Nov. 5.Incumbent Attorney General Charity Clark, a Democrat, is running for her second term. She previously served as assistant attorney general and chief of staff in past Vermont administrations. The Republican candidate, Ture Nelson, is a longtime Berlin selectman, town administrator, and former federal investigator. The Green Mountain Peace and Justice Party nominee, Kevin Gustafson, is the founder and member-owner of Mountain View Law.This episode also included a conversation about Canadian politics with a CBC correspondent Cathy Senay. She covers the Quebec government and politics at the National Assembly.Broadcast live on Monday, October 21, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

The Vermont International Film Festival kicks off on Friday, Oct. 17 and runs through Oct. 28. Festival organizers will screen forty-four feature films and a number of shorts in Burlington. Steve MacQueen, the festival’s executive director, shares a preview of noteworthy films, including "Eno," "Separated," and "Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat."

The Vermont International Film Festival kicks off Friday. Executive director Steve MacQueen discusses some of this year’s noteworthy films.

For the past decade, Writers for Recovery has been leading writing workshops for people in recovery from substance use. Filmmaker and arts activist Bess O'Brien co-founded Writers for Recovery with Gary Miller following the release of her 2013 documentary, "The Hungry Heart." The film explores the impact of the opioid crisis across Vermont. Joy, a participant in the Writers of Recovery workshops and president of the Poetry Society of Vermont, shares some of her poetry and discusses the impact the group has had on her life. The organization will mark its tenth anniversary with a celebration featuring live music and poetry readings on Saturday, Oct. 19, in Barre's Old Labor Hall.

The organization Writers for Recovery marks its tenth anniversary of holding workshops for people in recovery.

It can be sad to wave summer goodbye, but late fall has its perks. There are the colorful leaves, the crisp air, and all the gardening you can do to set yourself up for the next growing season.Gardening consultant, speaker and All Things Gardening host Charlie Nardozzi answers your questions about planting bulbs, protecting plants from frost, keeping trees safe from critters, and other fall gardening concerns.

The All Things Gardening host shares tips for readying your garden for the winter.

Vermont Public interviewed three candidates for Vermont governor on Tuesday. It was part of the station's series of debates and candidate interviews ahead of the general election on Nov. 5.Incumbent Gov. Phil Scott, a Republican from Berlin, is running for a fifth term. He previously served as lieutenant governor and a state senator. The Democratic candidate is Esther Charlestin of Middlebury. She runs an educational consulting business, co-chairs the Vermont Commission on Women and is a former Middlebury select board member. The independent candidate is Kevin Hoyt of Bennington, a former candidate for governor and seats in Vermont's House and Senate.

Reporter Carrie Klein from Canary Media, a nonprofit news outlet focused on clean energy, examines the draft rules released by the Public Utility Commission. Commissioner June Tierney from the Department of Public Service joins the conversation to discuss the report. She represents the public interest in utility cases before the Public Utility Commission and in federal and state courts.At the end of the month, the commission will hold a public hearing on the draft. It will be held on Wednesday, October 30th, starting at 6:30 pm. You can find that information here.Broadcast live on Monday, October 14, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

It’s time to bust out the binoculars and listen for a birdsong— the Bird Diva is back.

Vermont Public hosted a debate on Wednesday with candidates for lieutenant governor of Vermont.Incumbent Lieutenant Governor David Zuckerman, a Progressive-Democrat from Hinesburg, is an organic farmer and former member of the Vermont House and Senate. His challenger is Republican John Rodgers of West Glover, also a former member of the Vermont House and Senate. Rodgers runs a stoneworking and excavation business and hemp and cannabis farm.During the debate, the candidates agreed on some topics, like banning assault weapons in Vermont, but disagreed on many others, including how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in Vermont. They also discussed which political party best represents working class Vermonters.

The 2024 general election is just one month away. To get voters prepared and informed before casting a ballot, Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas explains her office's first-of-its-kind voter guide. It includes candidate profiles, voting instructions and information about each election position Vermonters will be asked to vote on. This election season, several Vermont legislative seats are open for the first time in decades. The outcome of these races could have significant implications for Vermont’s legislature. We discuss with Calvin Cutler, political reporter with WCAX. Plus: Vermont Public's senior political reporter Bob Kinzel shares the significance of Montpelier's recently reopened post office.

Plus: the Montpelier post office is back in business.

The war in Gaza has reached a grim milestone. It's been one year since the shocking and deadly Hamas-led attack in Israel, and one year of bombardments in Gaza that targeted everything from military strongholds to hospitals full of civilians.On this episode of Vermont Edition we open our phone lines to hear audience reflections on the past year. We speak with Tarek El-Ariss, the James Wright Professor and Chair of Middle Eastern Studies at Dartmouth College. His memoir of growing up during the Lebanese Civil War, “Water on Fire: A Memoir of War," came out earlier this year. University of Vermont associate professor, Peter Henne, discusses his research and teaching, which focuses on the Middle East and global religious politics.Broadcast live on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.

Every month, a Seven Days food writer joins Vermont Edition to talk about local food, restaurant openings and closings, and other big news from our region’s food and beverage scene. In this edition of the series, Jordan Barry shares her favorite you-pick apple orchards, information about Vermont Chicory Week, and upcoming restaurant openings.

From the quarries of Barre to the crystals of Belvidere Mountain in Lowell and Eden, rocks and minerals play a significant role in Vermont's history and culture. The Vermont Rocks! exhibit at the Bennington Museum, up now through Nov. 10, dives into the state's geologic past. Jamie Franklin, curator of the Bennington Musuem, and Ken Carlsen, a geologist and educator from Bennington, discuss the exhibit and the state's subterranean wonders. Carlsen will give a special presentation on the Belvidere Mountain quarries on Oct. 5th at the museum.Bennington Museum is a Vermont Public underwriter.

Guests include the director of a new play in White River Junction, a podcaster in Jeffersonville, and Sasquatch callers in Whitehall.

Vermont Public hosted a debate on Tuesday with candidates for Vermont’s seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. It was the first in a series of debates and candidate interviews ahead of the general election on Nov. 5th.Incumbent Congresswoman Becca Balint, a Democrat from Brattleboro, is running for a second term. She previously represented Windham County in the Vermont Senate. Her challenger is Mark Coester, a Republican from Westminster. He is a small business owner with a background in fishing, logging, and sugaring.During the debate, the candidates disagreed on nearly every topic, including climate change, foreign policy and the role of the federal government in addressing rising health care costs and solutions to the affordable housing shortage.

September 30th is the National Day for Truth an Reconciliation, a Canadian holiday marking the harmful impact of residential schools.

Sugaring connects us to the trees around us, and produces a delicious, sweet product for our pancakes, salad dressings and marinades. But it can also cause its fair share of headaches — like when you have to battle rugged terrain, bad weather and plundering woodland creatures to get that sap you want so much.Peter Gregg knows a thing or two about the highs and lows of sugaring. In his recently published memoir, "The Sugar Rush," Gregg tells the story of how he and his longtime best friend fell in love with sugaring. Gregg runs a 1,000-tap sugaring operation in Rupert and is also the longtime publisher of "The Maple News," the largest trade magazine for the maple syrup industry in the US and Canada.Then: Over the past four decades Vermont Creamery has grown from a small artisan dairy company based in Websterville to a must-have brand for retailers like Wegmans and Whole Foods. This year, it celebrates its 40th anniversary. The company's co-founder, Allison Hooper, joins Vermont Edition to mark the milestone.

To cap off our School Stories series, we thought we’d end on a wholly positive note, and turn to the wide world of school sports. Joining us to give the play-by-play on Vermont high school athletics is Jack Fitzsimmons, sports director for WCAX.

Today is the fourth and final installment of our weekly September series, School Stories. Every Tuesday, we've been exploring a different issues impacting education across Vermont. This hour, we're joined by Vermont’s interim Secretary of Education, Zoie Saunders. She was appointed to the position by Governor Phil Scott in April. Before moving to Vermont, she was an administrator for a school district in Florida, and a strategist for a charter school management company.We fielded questions from listeners about their biggest concerns about educating Vermont's kids. Broadcast live on Tuesday, September 24, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.

Bureaucracy at the federal level is negatively impacting Vermont municipalities damaged by the 2023 floods.

Washed out bridges. Damaged sewer lines. Torn up roads. The toll of last year’s historic flooding is still visible in many Vermont towns. To repair this vital infrastructure, towns rely on money administered to them by FEMA, the same agency that’s supposed to help individuals rebuild their lives after disasters.But earlier this year, a Vermont Public investigation revealed systemic failures in FEMA’s program for flood survivors. A new investigation shows similar failures in the FEMA program for municipalities. Journalist Peter Hirschfeld shares stories from his reporting. Sen. Peter Welch explains how these investigations have prompted Vermont’s congressional delegation to push for major structural reforms to FEMA.This problem isn’t isolated to Vermont, as Claire Carlson reports from Kentucky. She works for the Daily Yonder, a news organization that covers rural America.Broadcast on Monday, September 23, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.

The Middlebury writer is the subject of a new PBS documentary.

Last fall, three young men of Palestinian descent were shot while out for a walk. All three survived, but one, Hisham Awartani, suffered a spinal cord injury and is now paralyzed from the waist down. His mother, Elizabeth Price, shares an update on his health and explains the accessibility modifications their family has made to their Burlington home.Modifying homes to accommodate aids like wheelchairs can be a challenging process in Vermont, where much of the housing stock is older and not ADA-complaint. Edie Perkins, executive director of the Kelly Brush Foundation, became paralyzed from the chest down seven years ago following an accident. She worked with an architect to build an accessible home.Vermont does have a number of legal protections for people with disabilities. Big Hartman, executive director of the Vermont Human Rights Commission, explains how their office handles discrimination complaints, which are often related to housing. Rachel Batterson, director of Vermont Legal Aid’s Housing Discrimination Law Project, outlines the housing rights of people with disabilities.

Suffering a major injury is traumatic, and adjusting to life afterward is a long process. Modifying homes to accommodate aids like wheelchairs can be challenging. Last fall, three young men of Palestinian descent were shot while out for a walk. All three survived, but Hisham Awartani suffered a spinal cord injury and is now paralyzed from the waist down. His mother, Elizabeth Price, shares the modifications made to their Burlington home so he can stay there during holiday breaks. We also hear from Edie Perkins, who was paralyzed from the chest down in a car accident seven years ago. She reflects on how her life has changed and how she’s adapted.Vermont has legal protections for people with disabilities. Big Hartman, executive director of the Vermont Human Rights Commission, explains how their office handles discrimination complaints, often related to housing. Rachel Batterson, director of Vermont Legal Aid’s Housing Discrimination Law Project, also outlines the rights of people with disabilities.Broadcast live on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

Should phones be allowed in schools? Some local schools are banning them. We'll hear from a group of 7th and 8th graders from Williston Central School — Ella, Sunny, Ryan, Katherine, Evan, and Olivia — who share their relationships with their smartphones.Seven Days education reporter Alison Novak discusses how Vermont schools are trying to reduce student distractions. Dr. Heidi Schumacher, a pediatrician at the University of Vermont and a member of the American Academy of Pediatrics' Council on School Health, explains the signs of phone addiction that parents should watch for.Eight states have restricted phones in schools. Last session, lawmakers introduced a bill to ban phones in Vermont schools, but opponents argued it would be difficult to enforce. Rep. Angela Arsenault, a Democrat, says she plans to reintroduce a similar bill in the next session.One school in our region has long banned phones: North Country School in Lake Placid, New York, a boarding and day school for grades 4 through 9. Todd Ormiston, the school’s executive director, shares the benefits and challenges of keeping phones out of schools. Broadcast live on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.

Vermont’s state government is falling short in its regulation of water quality on farms according the the federal government. The EPA found that state regulators aren’t enforcing the Clean Water Act because they’re not communicating clearly with farmers. Vermont Public's climate and environment reporter Abagael Giles has been following the situation and fills us in on the details. We're joined by David Cash, a regional administrator for the EPA, who oversees the northeast region, Julie Moore, secretary of Vermont’s Agency of Natural Resources, and Jon Groveman with the Vermont Natural Resources Council where he serves as the policy and water program director.Broadcast live on Monday, September 16, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

Racing pigs, cattle pulls and the storied Larkin dancers — the Tunbridge World's Fair is one of Vermont's most beloved and longest-standing annual traditions.The fair dates back to 1867. Each year tens of thousands of people come to central Vermont for its four-day run. Vermont Edition visited for a live broadcast.

Ethan Allen is a household name in Vermont. His youngest brother Ira has been overlooked by history — until now.Ira Allen played an important role in the founding of Vermont as the 14th state. Born in 1751, he was a land speculator, pamphleteer, politician and revolutionary. He is the subject of a new book by J. Kevin Graffagnino of Essex. "Ira Allen: A Biography," out on Sept. 13 from the Vermont Historical Society, shines new light on Allen and his prominent role in Vermont’s formative decades. Historian and VTDigger journalist Mark Bushnell also joined the show to discuss the oldest known burial ground in the state. The Bennington Centre Cemetery is the final resting place of many notable Vermonters, including Robert Frost, five Vermont governors, and Revolutionary War soldiers.

Today is the second installment in our series School Stories. Every Tuesday in September, we are focusing on issues related to education in Vermont. This week– behavioral issues in the classroom. Our guests today discussed how schools can better strengthen neuro-inclusion, and help staff build closer relationships with students through restorative practices.Annie O’Shaughnessy is the co-founder and co-executive director of the Starling Collaborative, based in Underhill Center. They partner with schools to build stronger communities. She’s also the coordinator of the Holistic Restorative Education Certificate Program at Saint Michael's College in Colchester. Dr. Mel Houser is a Montpelier-based physician and the executive director of All Brains Belong. It’s a nonprofit focused on supporting neuro-inclusion among children and adults. We were also joined this hour by Patrick Lincoln, the dean of students at Hartford Memorial Middle School in White River Junction. Broadcast live on Tuesday, September 10, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

The Vermont Housing Finance Agency says the state needs to build between 24,000 and 36,000 new housing units over the next five years to meet demand. Rutland City is taking on the challenge, aiming to build 1,000 units by 2028. Mayor Mike Doenges and Rutland Redevelopment Authority Executive Director Ed Bove share their vision and their upcoming developer showcase in late October. Then, we take a broader look at Rutland County. Devon Neary, executive director of the Rutland Regional Planning Commission, explains new laws requiring smaller towns to map their downtowns and other potential growth areas. The commission is also updating its 2026 regional plan.Broadcast live on Monday, September 9, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

Grief is often described as a heavy weight – a weight you can feel on your shoulders, in heart, or deep in your gut. In "We Need No Wings," the new novel by author Ann Dávila Cardinal of Morrisville, a professor in her sixties weighed down by grief awakens one day with the power to levitate. It’s not a metaphor – Tere Sánchez can rise into the air. This magical discovery sets Tere off on a journey to Spain to learn about her ancestors and her newfound power. The novel comes out on Sept. 10th.Cardinal is a two-time International Latino Book Award winning novelist and self described “Gringa-Rican author” and “aging tattooed punk.” She received her MFA in Writing from the Vermont College of Fine Arts.

The Bolton resident's new book chronicles his work tending to the Bear Island forest.

What does it mean to love a forest? For Ethan Tapper, love is work. In his forthcoming debut book, How to Love a Forest, he walks us through the fragile and resilient ecosystem that is a forest. And he argues that it takes hard work to preserve forests— work that can be counterintuitive and even, at times, heartbreaking. A former Chittenden County forester, Tapper's new book details his work at Bear Island Forest in Bolton. He's also the lead singer and guitarist of the Burlington-based 10-piece punk band The Bubs, who have a new album out, Make a Mess. To celebrate the book launch, Tapper will be in conversation with Bridget Butler at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, in Contois Auditorium, Burlington.Broadcast live on Thursday, September 5, 2024, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

The 20th season of the Vermont Public film series Made Here kicks off Sept. 5.

Eastern Equine Encephalitis— also known as EEE— has come to Vermont.

From Rochester to Windham, a look at communities that have weathered debates over closing small schools.

‘Crossroads: Change in Rural America' makes it's way to Vermont.

Raised in Waitsfield, Shaina Taub is a two-time Tony Award winner for her Broadway musical Suffs.

IV therapy has been popping up around Vermont and it has state regulators concerned. We're joined by a member of the Vermont Board of Medical Practice and primary care practitioners who will tell us the difference between legitimate use of IV therapy and the stuff that's just trendy.

We're joined by a Seven Days food writer who tells us about the hit Winooski restaurants are taking during road construction. And we get a couple suggestions for some good eats around the state.

A non-profit organization is trying to boost Vermont's population by 2035.

We'll listen to a recent audio documentary by Vermont Public's Mitch Wertlieb and continue the conversation with a UVM political science professor.

Vermont Public's housing report explains why the state is putting new limits on the housing program, and shelter leaders give us a look inside their doors.

WDEV's Myers Mermel shares his experiences at the 2024 Chicago convention.

Rootstock Publishing's Samantha Kolber discusses a new poetry collection by Reuben Jackson and a memoir by Bill Mares.

A look at the college's place in Vermont's education landscape, with CCV's president, a student and more.

A look at the college's place in Vermont's education landscape, with CCV's president, a student and more.

Double-digit increases are hitting Vermonters who purchase insurance directly, and small businesses. Vermont's rates are going up at one of the highest rates in the country.

Burlington Free Press reporter Dan D'Ambrosio shares an update on Bernardino Suchite Canan.

We have two animal-centric stories today— one about dogs in Middlebury, and another about the endangered species that is Jeezum Crow.

Instructor Alex Blair says there's space for everyone in firefighting.

Thetford broadcaster Peter Graves and NPR's Brian Mann debrief the Paris Games and share stories of Olympics past.

The big takeaways from the 2024 primaries, and what's next as we head into the general elections.

Director Zephyr Teachout discusses ‘Returning to Haifa,’ now running at the Unadilla Theatre in Marshfield.

Vermont Edition speaks with members of Braver Angels, a group that fosters conversations across political divides.

Vermont’s primary elections are on Tuesday, August 12.

The chief of police in Vermont's largest city discusses challenges his department is facing, as well as recent wins in recruitment and retention.

We talk with the owners of Palmer Lane Maple, Vermont Cookie Love, Cold Cow Creamery and other purveyors of frozen treats.

Vermont Edition hosts a conversation about finding happiness, inspired by a recent episode of Brave Little State.

The presidential election is now less than 100 days away, and the energy is ramping up.

A Dartmouth geography professor explains the increased precipitation rates in the Northeast, and a mutual aid organizer discussing ongoing needs in the Lyndon area.

Emma Hunsinger is a graduate of the Center for Cartoon Studies in White River Junction.

A recent Dartmouth graduate shares her experiences at Camp Kesem.

Rainfall subsided Wednesday night after major storms caused extensive damage in Caledonia, Essex and Orleans counties.

During the Vermont Public debate, John Rodgers and Gregory Thayer differed on many topics including national and local party politics, climate change and illegal drug use.

The governor joined Vermont Edition to address recent flooding, national politics and working across party lines.

During the Vermont Public debate, the candidates differed on many topics including housing policy, growing the state’s population and addressing the opioid crisis.

Rutland-based Olympics reporter Peggy Shinn, the founder of the Kelly Brush Foundation and a Paralympic athlete discuss the Paris Games.

Food writer Jordan Barry shares news from the restaurant world.

Musician Grace Potter joins host Mikaela Lefrak in front of a live audience for an interview and performance.

Middlebury political scientist Matthew Dickinson and politician-turned-journalist Myers Mermel discuss news from the Biden and Trump campaigns.

Seedsong Collective Garden plots were inundated with floodwaters two years in a row.

Vermont Edition speaks with Stephanie Smith, the state hazard mitigation officer with Vermont Emergency Management, about the property buyout program.

All Things Gardening host Charlie Nardozzi answers questions about weather, pests and getting the most out of your garden beds for the rest of this season.

A watershed expert discusses floodplain restoration and policy solutions.

A watershed expert discusses floodplain restoration and policy solutions.

Updates and guidance from Vermont's public safety commissioner, the Barre City manager, Vermont Public reporters and a reverend from Montpelier.

Updates and guidance from Vermont's public safety commissioner, the Barre City manager, Vermont Public reporters and a reverend from Montpelier.

While some farmers have had to stop using parts of their land, the overwhelming majority have continued farming.

While some farmers have had to stop using parts of their land, the overwhelming majority have continued farming.

Montpelier and Barre saw a deluge of rain and flooding in July 2023, damaging many homes and businesses. Vermont Public’s Bob Kinzel remembers watching floodwaters rise in downtown Montpelier. Guests and listeners also share their recollections from the Wrightsville Dam and Barre.

A new film by filmmaker Jay Craven imagines what would happen if the paths of two historical figures crossed – the Revolutionary War hero Ethan Allen, and the poet Lucy Terry Prince.

A new film by filmmaker Jay Craven imagines what would happen if the paths of two historical figures crossed – the Revolutionary War hero Ethan Allen, and the poet Lucy Terry Prince.

The Vermont Country Store proprietor want to keep Vermont art from leaving his home state.

Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas and elections director Seán Sheehan share what Vermonters need to know to cast their ballot.

Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas and elections director Seán Sheehan share what Vermonters need to know to cast their ballot.

Sportswriter Scott Douglas discusses the Olympics-bound runner, her training regimen and the influence of her renowned running coach.

Almost a year after the summer floods tore through Vermont, many survivors feel mistreated by the federal agency that was supposed to help them.

The former poet laureate's new novel brings together a seemingly mismatched pair of friends in the Maine wilderness.

The Community Sailing Center and the Northeast Disabled Athletic Association want more people to be able to access and enjoy Vermont's waterways.

We learn how AI is currently being used by teachers and students, and dive into some of the ethical concerns.

From hotly contested school budgets to debates over the taxes that fund our education system, it’s been an eventful school year in Vermont.

The summer solstice is an opportunity to mark the passing of time.

Seven Days food editor Melissa Pasanen talks creemees to beat the heat, plus the hottest food news in our region.

Fans of the soccer team have been filling Virtue Field, with attendance growing over the last three seasons. Their upcoming women’s exhibition game this Saturday may be their highest attended yet.

iSun, the parent company of the solar panel maker SunCommon, has filed for bankruptcy. A finance professor explains what led to it and what's next.

Governor Phil Scott has vetoed eight bills this legislative session. If Democratic lawmakers want to override those vetoes, they’ll need a two-thirds supermajority of lawmakers.

Local theaters play an instrumental role in the theater ecosystem in the face of financial hardships.

Vermont's junior senator joined Vermont Edition to discuss flood resiliency, the Rural Recovery Act, and nonprofit theater funding.

In "The Editor," Sara Franklin details the accomplishments of legendary editor and part-time Vermonter Judith Jones.

Insects like the emerald ash borer and the elm zigzag sawfly have whimsical names, but they are harming forests in our region.

Insects like the emerald ash borer and the elm zigzag sawfly have whimsical names, but they are harming forests in our region.

Brave Little State investigates a listener question about public transportation, and a regional transit planner answers your questions.

Woodstock recently kicked off their first weekend-long Pride of Woodstock with a high heel race. Plus, information on upcoming Pride events in our region.

Vermont Public recently convened a panel discussion in Taylor Park in St. Albans on the region's economy.

Vermont Public recently convened a panel discussion in Taylor Park in St. Albans on the region's economy.

Curator Adi Oasis and Flynn curator Jay Wahl discuss what to expect from this year's lineup.

Curator Adi Oasis and Flynn curator Jay Wahl discuss what to expect from this year's lineup.

Steve Maleski, a meteorologist whose forecasts have helped buoy Eye on the Sky for 40 years, is retiring. And, a new voice — Megan Duncan — will be joining the meteorologists Mark Breen and Lawrence Hayes to keep Vermont Public listeners updated on the weather. Maleski and Duncan joined Vermont Edition host Mikaela Lefrak to reflect on Maleski’s tenure and welcome Duncan into the role.

The retiring senators share memories of their colleagues and reflect on their decades together in the Legislature.

Reporters Liam Elder-Connors and Derek Brouwer share a behind-the-scenes look at their reporting on Vermont's courts backlogs.

We talk to Middlebury author Carolyn Kuebler about her debut novel.

A cat expert in Burlington offers tips on responsibly helping outdoor cats and the importance of spaying and neutering.

'Young Woman and the Sea' tells the story of the first woman to swim across the English Channel

'Young Woman and the Sea' tells the story of the first woman to swim across the English Channel

Greene is the author of six books of fiction. His latest marks his first foray into nonfiction and memoir.

Looking for an adventure this summer travel season? Quebec is filled with cosmopolitan cities, delicious restaurants, and natural wonders.

Mayor Thom Lauzon discusses redevelopment projects, the school budget and other big issues facing Barre.

Journey to Recovery has partnered with local schools on addiction prevention and early intervention.

Home reappraisals have a big effect on the real estate market. How exactly do they work?

Balint joins Vermont Edition to discuss a new mental health bill, her views on House Speaker Mike Johnson and her reelection campaign.

It’s graduation season, which means commencement speeches are starting to echo across the Green Mountains.

An effort in Vermont to study psilocybin mushrooms and other psychedelics, plus Vermont's new state mushroom.

An effort in Vermont to study psilocybin mushrooms and other psychedelics, plus Vermont's new state mushroom.

Vermont Fish & Wildlife and Vermont Folklife are working together to collect oral history stories about turkey restoration and hunting.

Seven Days food editor Melissa Pasanen talks about the latest Vermont food and restaurant news.

Statehouse reporters discuss the legislative session, the upcoming veto session and election season.

Stone was recently appointed to the position this spring for a four-year term.

Stone was recently appointed to the position this spring for a four-year term.

A researcher explains the spread of blacklegged ticks in the northeast and their role in Lyme disease transmission.

Plus, a look at the controversy over the state's interim education secretary.

"It's pretty surreal," the Norwich native says of qualifying for the 2024 summer Olympics.

All Things Gardening host Charlie Nardozzi shares tips on everything from pollinator plants to pest control.

Students, faculty and community members weigh in on the campus protests across our region as part of the nationwide protest movement against the war in Gaza.

The 1A host capped off a weeklong visit to Vermont by reflecting on her upbringing, values and what journalism can do.

"The Cemetery of Untold Stories" is an exploration of the act of storytelling and the characters we all create.

When was the last time you played a game of pinball? Maybe it was on a machine in a friend’s basement when you were a kid. Or maybe you’re a competitive player and always go to arcades. Perhaps you’ve never played at all!

While Vermont might not be filling up church pews, spirituality is strong in the Green Mountains.

"The Cemetery of Untold Stories" is an exploration of the act of storytelling and the characters we all create.

Greer Kennedy, a senior at St. Johnsbury Academy, will compete on behalf of Vermont in the national championship in Washington D.C. Thursday.

The Vermont Department of Health shares an update on the important role of vaccinations in containing the virus.

The Vermont Department of Health shares an update on the important role of vaccinations in containing the virus.

Last week, the Vermont House passed a bill outlawing untraceable ghost guns. What does that mean for Vermonters?

Green Up Day is around the corner. We learn about grassroots efforts across the state to remove trash from our communities.

Vermont herpetologist Jim Andrews shares his knowledge about reptiles and salamanders.

Experts share ways to cut down a house's dependence on fossil fuels.

Senate President Pro Tem Phil Baruth joins Vermont Edition. Baruth discusses property taxes, Act 250 reform, and Governor Phil Scott’s expected vetoes.

Zoie Saunders discusses her views on school choice and her hopes for the future of Vermont’s schools.

Zoie Saunders discusses her views on school choice and her hopes for the future of Vermont’s schools.

A recent Brave Little State episode explores the much beloved local gesture.

The University of Vermont Cancer Center director explains why colorectal cancer is a growing concern among people under 50 and a survivor of rectal cancer from Essex shares her story.

Teachers and counselors at Randolph Union High School share how they're supporting their low-income students, even after graduation.

After 86 years and many ups and downs, Goddard College in Plainfield will close at the end of this semester. We reflect on its legacy and history.

A regional film festival celebrates movies made in New England and Quebec, from a werewolf horror-comedy to a documentary about weight and body image.

Can Vermont make big fossil fuel companies pay for climate change damages? Some Vermont legislators say yes.

The solar eclipse has come and gone, leaving many of us starry-eyed and some very tired from long drives home.

Lawmakers work to get enough votes to override the governor's veto of a bill that would ban flavored tobacco and vape products.

For the annual spring bird show, the Bird Diva answers all your birding questions.

Teachers share tips on explaining solar eclipses to children and helping them watch one safely.

Sometimes students with dyslexia need extra help in school. Senate bill 204 would guarantee kids between kindergarten and third grade get screened for any learning differences they might have.

We hear from lawmakers in favor of and opposed to a House bill that would overhaul how communities develop land.

We take a look at how Vermont public libraries are supporting their communities with Brave Little State.

Filmmaker Tommy Hyde and a representative from Farm First talk about the hurdles and resources for Vermont farmers.

The outgoing Democrat shares his proudest achievements, as well as a couple regrets.

Unilever is spinning off its ice cream division, which includes Ben & Jerry’s. The Vermont-based company has long been known as a company that wears its values on its sleeve.

Plus, the Agency of Transportation and the Green Mountain Club discuss how to prepare for the total solar eclipse.

New England author Amy Brady takes a look at American's love of ice.

A new piece at the Highland Center for the Arts called “When Light Bends” celebrates the upcoming eclipse.

Filmmaker Bess O'Brien previously gained national recognition for her 2013 film "The Hungry Heart."

Plus, a conversation about taking a gap year instead of going straight to college or entering the workforce.

Vermont's state climatologist and an environmental writer discuss the emotional toll of climate change.

We check in with House Speaker Jill Krowinski and three reporters who have been tracking bills through the legislative session.

"Our moose actually aren't doing as bad as some people might think," a wildlife biologist reports.

Vermont’s landfill operator and state regulators are figuring out what comes next after a plan to remove toxic chemicals from landfill runoff went awry.

We talk with UVM Extension's maple specialist about how this sugaring season is faring so far.

When she takes office, Mulvaney-Stanak will be the city's first woman and first openly LGBTQ+ mayor.

The Stone Church's Grrrls 2 The Front program wants to increase the number of women, trans and nonbinary people in the music industry with education and live events.

When she takes office, Mulvaney-Stanak will be the city's first woman and first openly LGBTQ+ mayor.

A look inside a Vermont esports dojo and the skills needed to design successful video games.

What Vermont's aging population means for the economy, schools and more.

Nearly a third of all school budgets failed to pass on Town Meeting Day. Vermonters were asked if they could shoulder nearly double-digit property tax increases to support their schools.

University of Vermont Health Network CEO Sunny Eappen talks about the network’s challenges and how it is working to improve access to health care for rural Vermonters.

A conversation with the chair of the Cannabis Control Board and a retailer in White River Junction.

We check in with towns and cities across Vermont as people get ready for Town Meeting Day.

Democrat Joan Shannon, Progressive Emma Mulvaney-Stanak, and independents William Emmons and Christopher Haessly are on the ballot. Vermont Public asked questions about public safety, housing and more.

Injectable drugs such as Ozempic are used to lower blood sugar and suppress appetite. They’re used by people with diabetes and, increasingly, for weight loss.

The virtuosic violinist and Dartmouth artist-in-residence Johnny Gandelsman discusses his new anthology.

Host Mikaela Lefrak and guests tackle the topic of racial identity, as discussed in two recent episodes of the Vermont Public podcast Homegoings.

Rep. Becca Balint proposes the Community Housing Act, which would spend $500 billion to increase housing affordability.

We talk to a psychiatrist from the UVM Medical Center on how love shapes the brain.

The Vermont secretary of state is guiding local clerks through potential last-minute ballot changes.

Vermont legislators are considering two bills that would raise taxes on the state's wealthiest residents.

Vermont Edition's winter book show returns, with a special focus on books by Black authors.

We hear from Morning Edition's Jenn Jarecki on her path to getting her first mammogram and learn about resources in Vermont.

Local lawmakers have been busy so far this year, trying to tackle some of the state’s biggest hurdles—from the housing shortage to climate change.

Made Here here kicks off on the 1st of February.

Honey Road, Paradiso Hi-Fi, and Barr Hill's cocktail bar are all nominated for prestigious culinary awards.

St. Albans city and town will experience three and a half minutes of darkness during the upcoming eclipse in April. A city planning coordinator and inn owner tell us how they're preparing.

The world famous drag queen Sasha Velour will bring her live show to the Flynn Performing Arts Center in Burlington on March 3.

St. Albans city and town will experience three and a half minutes of darkness during the upcoming eclipse in April. A city planning coordinator and inn owner tell us how they're preparing.

Vermont's bee population is healthy, according to the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, but beekeepers say their bees are in crisis. At the center of the debate are pesticides known as neonicotinoids.

Vermont Edition collected winter travel recommendations for Montreal and the Eastern Townships.

From snake plants to succulents, our house plants can start to feel like part of the family. Especially in the winter, when they might be the only green, growing thing you see all day.

Nearly 130 people lost their jobs when the Putney Paper Mill closed last week.

In the novel, the fictionalized Grant reflects on his life as a husband, father, general and American president.

Leaders of refugee resettlement agencies are asking the state to help fund temporary and long-term housing for refugees.

Leaders of refugee resettlement agencies are asking the state to help fund temporary and long-term housing for refugees.

Vermont Edition has a conversation with Unlikely Riders, an organization that gets BIPOC Vermonters into the outdoors.

Vermont Edition shares the last installment of Vermont Public's occasional series called ‘What Class Are You?’, where reporter Erica Heilman drives around Vermont and talks with people from all sorts of backgrounds about money and privilege.

Curators at local museums and art centers share details of soon-to-open exhibitions and events.

We explore the impact of non-U.S. citizens voting on local issues in three Vermont cities.

A look at how Vermont organizations are addressing homelessness this winter, with the Bennington County Coalition for the Homeless and the Champlain Housing Trust.

The Vermont Foodbank and the Hardwick Area Food Pantry report an increase in requests for free food.

Over the weekend, a bomb threat derailed a Drag Story Hour in White River Junction. Drag performers Emoji Nightmare and Katniss Everqueer tell us about the experience, and how they're looking ahead.

Pulitzer nominated author and Vermont native Garrett Graff discusses his new book on UFOs and the U.S. government's quest to find them.

Experts in post-secondary financial aid discuss the updated FAFSA form.

The grassroots organization works with people in Windham and Windsor counties who have experienced domestic and sexual violence.

Friml's comedy sets include jokes and observations about growing up in Vermont and having cerebral palsy.

Vermont Edition takes listeners inside the action on the first day of the legislative session.

A recent episode of Brave Little State looks at Vermont's signature land-use law and how Vermonters want the state to change — or not — in the future.

Many of our favorite show moments revolved around a common theme — community, and people showing up to take care of one another.

Vermonters share stories of loved ones who passed away in the past year, including broadcaster Ken Squier, chef Ahmed Ohmar, and poet Louise Glück.

The governor joined Vermont Edition, as many Vermont communities began to assess damage from another flooding event.

Legal sports gambling is set to launch in Vermont on January 11th.

A wildlife biologist shares the latest on rebounding marten populations in Vermont.

Forget those five golden rings! Here are five recycling and reuse tips from Vermont Edition.

Forget those five golden rings! Here are five recycling and reuse tips from Vermont Edition.

Vermont photographer Kevin Bubriski's new book documents the everyday life of the Uyghurs in Kashgar in the 1990s.

We talk to the managing editor for Montpelier's The Bridge as they celebrate 30 years of publishing.

Hisham Awartani is receiving treatment in Massachusetts for the serious spinal cord injury resulting from the shooting. His mother says he is determined to return to college next semester.

Two Vermont manufacturers talk about their global reach and hectic holiday schedule.

Two Vermont manufacturers talk about their global reach and hectic holiday schedule.

Listen to a conversation with public safety reporter Liam Elder-Connors on his recent reporting about a proposed floodplain in Waterbury that was ultimately never built.

A recent gun incident at a Vermont elementary school sparks gun safety conversations. Some experts lend helpful tips.

Shopping local this holiday season doesn't have to be hard— it's Vermont Edition's local gift guide to the rescue!

Two seasoned bakers answer your questions as we head into the holiday baking season.

A recent episode of Brave Little State about raising a biracial child in Vermont is followed by a conversation with two Vermont parents of biracial children.

People who work within the program say it effectively reduces recidivism. But it can also be a challenging program to complete.

Host Mikaela Lefrak digs into recent reporting on the shortage with senior reporter Nina Keck, state Rep. Dan Noyes and the operators of big and small long-term care facilities.

Vermont Edition focuses on where we are in the investigation of the shooting of two Palestinian Americans and a Palestinian in Burlington, and what exactly a hate crime designation is.

A Vermonter has been named one of CNN's Top Heroes for aiding individuals with traumatic brain injuries. LoveYourBrain brings hope and healing to others through yoga and meditation.

Kristen Vincent's book "Hope Beneath the Tree" benefits a local nonprofit of the same name.

With winter conditions setting in on Vermont's roadways, local car mechanics offer suggestions for staying safe and keeping your car in good shape.

Groups are asking for law enforcement to investigate the shooting as a hate crime.

A listen back to a show from June with millennial career-shifters, including a career coach in Burlington, a Ripton musician, and a cartoonist with a book called No One Wants to Work Anymore.

A listen back to a conversation with environmentalist Bill McKibben from September.

A Bellows Falls Pride organizer shares what it means to be an ally during Transgender Awareness Week.

A local educator and literacy organization discuss falling literacy rates in Vermont and how to help kids with reading.

The number of short-term rentals in Vermont continues to rise, new data shows. Some towns are responding with new registries and regulations.

Enjoy a conversation between host Mikaela Lefrak and NPR host Ayesha Rascoe that was recorded in front of a live audience in Colchester last month.

Thanksgiving is around the corner. For many Vermonters, it’s a time to be grateful and give back to their community.

UVM graduate student union organizers join to talk about the campaign. Plus, a Dartmouth professor and labor historian talks about the national uptick in unionizing efforts and Dartmouth's successful attempt this spring.

Today, highlighting the stories of Vermont veterans and ways to find support.

Today, highlighting the stories of Vermont veterans and ways to find support.

The report is more than 200 pages, detailing Vermont libraries' ability to meet community needs.

The board's digital equity officer discusses barriers to overcome, from the cost of broadband to some Vermonters' need for basic digital skills.

Outgoing head of the Groundworks Collaborative Josh Davis discusses his decision to step away from the organization, and interim director Peter Elwell speaks on stepping into the role.

Reporter Liam Elder-Connors gives an update on the recent string of homicides in Vermont.

The Farm Bill is a package of legislation that has a tremendous impact on the livelihoods of farmers. It also covers food access programs for low-income families.

We listen to the second part of "Recognized," a recent Brave Little State series about Abenaki peoples and the ongoing dispute about who belongs to their communities.

We listen to the first part of "Recognized," a recent Brave Little State series about Abenaki peoples and the ongoing dispute about who belongs to their communities.

Today's Vermont Edition unearths a few good ghost stories — and some of the science behind why we enjoy being scared.

Vermont is suing the tech company Meta, and so are dozens of other states. They allege the company made platforms like Instagram addictive for kids on purpose.

Can simulators cut down on the need for F-35 flights over the Burlington area? Here's what the 158th Fighter Wing commander had to say.

Sen. Peter Welch said the House's newly-elected speaker is "easy to talk to," but Welch is concerned that Johnson was an active denier of the 2020 election results.

Seven Days published "The Loss of Grace" Wednesday, a 16-page special report investigating violence at Woodside Juvenile Rehabilitation Center.

A recent episode of the podcast Homegoings, Black birth: Laboring for justice.

We listen to a recent episode of the Rumble Strip podcast about drug-related crime in Burlington and debate the best ways to tackle the opioid epidemic.

Vermont Edition pays tribute to Nobel Prize winner and former Vermont state poet, Louise Glück, and plays a sneak peak of the Vermont Public Classical podcast, Timeline.

Vermont Edition broke down the basics of estate planning with two local lawyers who specialize in it and a doula who helps people navigate these conversations.

Local author Thea Lewis’s latest book, True Crime stories of Burlington, Vermont, shares her inspiration.

Jim Sabataso, news editor of the Rutland Herald, shares a behind-the-scenes look at the headlines from his coverage area.

VTDigger's health reporter explains the new relationship between the Berlin, Vt.-based private health insurance company and a larger subsidiary in Michigan.

The new resolution from the Burlington City Council has named the opioid crisis the city's top public health and safety priority.

A recent episode of Brave Little State about fire towers is followed by a live discussion on current efforts to add safety features to the ones remaining on state lands.

Beta Technologies recently built a new facility for its electric aircraft manufacturing. Beta's CEO and other leaders in tech manufacturing industries visited Vermont Edition to talk about the challenges and opportunities of growing in Vermont.

Interim President Mike Smith discusses his proposal for program changes on the five campuses of Vermont State University.

Fall is migration season for birds, which makes it a great time to grab the binoculars. If you're trying to catch a glimpse of some of the wildlife before winter, "Bird Diva" Bridget Butler has some tips. Plus, images of birds you might find in Vermont this season.

Host Mikaela Lefrak is joined by Vermont Public’s own Mitch Wertleib and Bob Kinzel plus Wolcott journalist Amy Kolb Noyes to talk rule changes, postseason predictions, and favorite players in Major League Baseball.

Early childhood development expert and author Alyssa Blask Campbell and Keegan Albaugh, founder of Dad Guild, share insights into supporting tiny humans through their big emotions.

Vermont Edition convened a discussion about how our criminal justice system deals with people who have been accused of drug-related crimes like selling fentanyl.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with directors at Opera Vermont and Opera Company of Middlebury as well as Vermont Public Classical's Helen Lyons on recent opera news around Vermont.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with directors at Opera Vermont and Opera Company of Middlebury as well as Vermont Public Classical's Helen Lyons on recent opera news around Vermont.

Host Mikaela Lefrak takes listeners through a broadcast of Brave Little State, followed by a conversation with the CEO of the Champlain Housing Trust.

Host Mikaela Lefrak takes listeners through a broadcast of Brave Little State, followed by a conversation with the CEO of the Champlain Housing Trust.

The shutdown would lead to a freeze on paychecks for the millions of people who work for the federal government — including those in Vermont — as well as a pause on many government services.

Vermont’s Health Commissioner Dr. Mark Levine shares how to stay healthy this season.

Vermont’s Health Commissioner Dr. Mark Levine shares how to stay healthy this season.

Student loan repayments are restarting after a three year pause, impacting over 43 million federal borrowers. Also, tips on how to address financial stress and anxiety.

Bill McKibben is the founder of Third Act, an organization that helps older Americans get involved with the climate movement. He discusses rising climate anxiety and how to overcome inaction.

Neagley discusses her childhood in Ascutney and her role in the founding of Shelburne Farms.

Civil rights enforcement, violent crime and fraud cases are among the areas of focus for the U.S. Attorney's Office in Vermont.

Big Hartman, the new executive director of Vermont's Human Rights Commission, talks about housing and employment discrimination.

Some Wolcott residents are still using town offices to bathe or wash dishes. Meanwhile, there's a lot of discussion about long-term changes like elevating homes or expanding floodplains.

A Montpelier stylist and designers from Burlington and Grand Isle discuss Vermont style trends on Vermont Edition.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with Eric Ford, executive producer and host of Vermont Public's Made Here.

Rick Winston, founder and former owner and operator of the Savoy Theater in Montpelier, discusses his new memoir, Save Me A Seat: A Life with Movies.

Yalda and Asad share their stories of getting their families to the U.S.

Vermont Edition broadcast live from the fair, capturing some of the characters and behind-the-scenes secrets that make it special.

On a recent episode of Brave Little State, reporter Mae Nagusky explores Vermont's rap scene through the journey of MC and comedian Omega Jade.

Vermont kids are heading back to school this week. On today's episode, we talk about how education providers and administrators are working on access and equity in schools and how some kids may have been impacted by this summer's flooding.

Elizabeth Carpenter-Song kept in touch for years with families she met at a shelter in 2009.

Efficiency Vermont says work needs to be done to make weatherization and other programs more accessible, especially for people in rural areas. Disclosure: Efficiency Vermont is a business sponsor of Vermont Public.

This hour, we listen back to a special presentation of the podcast Timeline from Vermont Public Classical. In this show, host James Stewart shares with listeners the music and life story of Julius Eastman, an openly gay Black composer whose music is only now being rediscovered.Broadcast at noon and 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 24, 2023; originally broadcast on Feb. 20, 2023.

Boa constrictors, bearded dragons, hedgehogs. For some Vermonters, the definition of a pet goes beyond the mainstream cat and dog. This hour, we listen back to an episode about exotic pets.

A rebroadcast of a conversation with ultra-runner Mirna Valerio.

Data analysis shows far fewer Vermonters are entering the workforce compared to those who are retiring, according to Vermont Futures Project Executive Director Kevin Chu.

Dr. Tim Plante, a general internist, epidemiologist and assistant professor at the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine, talks more about the national increase in COVID-19 cases and the updated vaccine coming this fall.

Cycling can be a physically and mentally demanding sport. But the scene is also becoming more open, including for people with physical and cognitive disabilities.

Guests Josh Kelly, the solid waste program manager with the Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation, and Lee Perry, the maintenance division director for the City of Burlington, talk about waste in Vermont.

Gov. Phil Scott joined Vermont Edition host Mikaela Lefrak to talk through where flood recovery stands from the state's perspective.

Vermont is home to a small but strong network of bars and arcades where you can play pinball games like Godzilla, Baywatch and the Big Lebowski.

All Things Gardening host Charlie Nardozzi provides tips on how to help your gardens through the highly wet and buggy summer Vermont is having. Plus, tips for getting ready for all the fall planting.

The annual Perseid meteor shower graces the night sky this time of year. Its peak is coming up, and meteorologist Mark Breen shares his meteor-gazing tips.

This summer’s heavy rains have led to phosphorus runoff and sewage leaks into Vermont lakes and ponds. A water quality expert with the Lake Champlain Sea Grant explains why it’s important not to swim if there’s a cyanobacteria bloom.

As wildfires continue to rage in Canada — sometimes sending heavy smoke over Vermont — CBC journalist Ben Shingler shares the latest.

Two FEMA representatives join Vermont Edition to answer your questions about the application and aid processes.

Ice cream and sorbet makers across Vermont share insights into their production process, favorite flavors, and more.

We break down the big cultural hits of the year so far with media experts and fans.

An update on efforts to regulate wake boats in Vermont.

Vermont's Secretary of State Sarah Copeland Hanzas discusses a residential database of contractors and more.

After the recent flooding, a state flood mitigation officer, architect and engineer discuss the factors that go into deciding whether to relocate properties or keep them where they are.

Exploring the intersections of climate change, racial justice and LBGTQ activism with Vermont youth activists.

Myra Flynn, host of Vermont Public's newest podcast, Homegoings, joins host Mikaela Lefrak after we listen to the first episode.

Vermont artists and arts advocates are among those affected by the recent floods, with many having to reschedule performances and salvage materials and work.

Anne Ward, the executive director of Mosaic Vermont — a shelter for those affected by domestic and sexual violence — says they're focused on continuing their services even as their buildings experienced extensive flooding damage.

Attorney general Charity Clark shares ways Vermonters can stay safe from scams and price gouging as they rebuild from recent floods.

On the latest episode of Brave Little State, reporter Lexi Krupp looks into the ways humans have transformed how water runs through Vermont's landscape.

Members of Vermont's congressional delegation discuss guidance on applying for federal disaster assistance.

Many Vermont farmers are urgently seeking support after the catastrophic floods wiped out their fields.

Small business owners in Ludlow and Hardwick share their stories. Plus, we share information on a new fund to support recovery efforts for businesses across Vermont.

Communities across Vermont are bracing for more rain, following the historic flooding earlier this week. And yet Vermonters are already willing to get to work. We get an in-depth forecast from the National Weather Service. More thunderstorms are coming today and this weekend.

Communities across Vermont are coming together on clean-up and recovery efforts following historic flooding earlier this week. We bring you updates on flood recovery efforts from across the state.

The rain has stopped, for now, but the capital and other Vermont towns are still under water. We bring you the latest from officials on the ground in some of the most affected areas of the state.

Federal disaster declaration approved; Where we stand on Tuesday morning in Vermont as flooding continues.

Monday evening updates on the heavy rains and flash flooding across Vermont

Here's how the heavy rains and flash flooding are affecting Vermonters statewide.

We air a recent episode of Brave Little State on Barre City and then check in with a newspaper editor there.

Recent data shows a four-day workweek can improve worker health and productivity, and some Vermont employers are trying it out.

Younger workers discuss the ways their relationship to their jobs has shifted since the pandemic.

New Hampshire Public radio reporter Lauren Chooljian hosts the podcast "The 13th Step."

Rob Mermin talks about why he wrote "Act 39," a true story of what happened when his friend used Vermont's medical aid in dying law.

State Senate leaders discuss the recent veto session, including landmark legislation.

Two local librarians and a bookseller from Woodstock share their summer reading recommendations.

Charlotte News editor Scooter MacMillan chats with host Mikaela Lefrak about the news in the region.

This year is the third annual Juneteenth Sails on Lake Champlain, a free sailing and storytelling celebration for Black Vermonters.

Myra Flynn shares the inspiration behind Homegoings and where she hopes the show goes from here.

Vermont cookbook author Tracey Medeiros talks about the many restaurants and farms included in her new edition.

Vermonters share stories of finding spiritual connections outside of traditional religious organizations.

Host Mikaela Lefrak gets an update on hiking trails from the director of field programs at the Green Mountain Club.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with journalist Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling about his new book on the fringes of American medicine.

Colby Lynch and her partner lived in the Quality Inn in Barre. Then, Vermont began to wind down the program that covered the cost of her room.

Host Mikaela Lefrak discusses the Canadian wildfires and examines the U.S. coverage with a CBC journalist.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with Brattleboro town leaders about the root causes of recent security concerns downtown and proposed solutions.

Host Connor Cyrus chats with Moonshine Shorey about the upcoming Rutland County Pride Festival.

Around the country, at least 17 states have banned or limited gender-affirming care. In Vermont, the health care for transgender adults and children is protected.

The Burlington Discover Jazz Festival runs June 7-11, 2023, and is a beloved kickoff event for summer in Vermont. Flynn Executive Director Jay Wahl joined Vermont Edition to talk about a few of the highlights this year.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with Burlington's special assistant to end homelessness and the head of a nonprofit about the influx of people facing homelessness as the motel-housing program ends.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with a foster parent about her experiences, plus the foster kin manager and guardian ad litem program manager on caring for kids in Vermont.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with wedding industry experts on the state of Vermont's wedding industry post-pandemic and wedding trends to look out for this year.

Vermont Edition host Connor Cyrus interviewed Ellis about the book and what's next.

Host Connor Cyrus talks with political reporter Bob Kinzel about which bills Gov. Phil Scott has signed and vetoed.

Vermont Edition shares an episode of Brave Little State that explores how Vermonters feel about guns and opens the phone lines to hear from listeners.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with Vermont Sen. Peter Welch about his priorities as a freshman senator.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with the news editor of the Brattleboro Reformer about events in southeastern Vermont.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with the founder and chair of the Vermont Quilt Festival on fond memories and why the festival is ending.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with a biologist with the Vermont Center for Ecostudies and the coordinator of the Butterfly Atlas.

Host Connor Cyrus discusses book challenges with a young adult author and librarians across Vermont.

Host Mikaela Lefrak leads a discussion on the impending end of Vermont's motel housing program.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with a Vermont doctor who specializes in menopause about its symptoms and treatment options.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with Vermonter Mirna Valerio about body image and her athletic endeavors.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with pharmacists from Vermont communities about the joys and struggles of their business.

Host Mikaela Lefrak gets an update from political reporters on the bills they have been covering this legislative session.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with a scent scientist and others in smell-heavy industries.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with the heads of Vermont's departments of Health and Corrections and the defender general about health concerns in local prisons.

The Champlain College professor discusses her new book, "Hanging Out: The Radical Power of Killing Time."

Vermont Edition shares a recent episode of Brave Little State that explores some of the ways people are living communally in Vermont.

Host Mikaela Lefrak digs into the Affordable Heat Act, which Gov. Phil Scott recently vetoed.

A student at Hazen Union School in Hardwick wanted to learn more about his school's free and reduced meals program. So he made a podcast about it.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with vintage and antique dealers about the tricks of their trade.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with a California-based pastry chef about his Vermont roots.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with foraging expert and children's book author Melany Kahn about differentiating plants and fungi, and how foraging can be a family activity.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with a mother of an autistic teen, a physician and an advocate about the changing conversation around autism.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with Gov. Phil Scott about some of the biggest issues facing Vermonters.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with herpetologist Jim Andrews about the reptiles and amphibians Vermonters should be on the lookout for in spring.

Host Mikaela Lefrak discusses the challenges around infertility, from physical stresses to feelings of isolation, with Vermonters who are intimately associated with them.

A University of Vermont Spanish professor shares the story of a class project in which her students interviewed Hispanic Vermonters.

Vermont Edition shares a recent episode of Brave Little State that digs into the history of Vermont's old stone walls.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks to the executive director of Outright Vermont and a parent of a trans child about the safety of trans youth in Vermont.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with Vermont chef Gesine Bullock-Prado about her new cookbook.

A rebroadcast of a 2011 conversation between Jane Lindholm and cartoonist Ed Koren, who died last week.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with All Things Gardening host Charlie Nardozzi on spring gardening practices.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with an organizer and presenter of Public Philosophy Week, a series of events throughout the state.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with Rep. Becca Balint about legislation she introduced that would create a grant for mental health first aid training in schools.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with the health commissioner on plans to bolster the state's response to opioid overdoses, as well as the importance of harm reduction with health experts.

Mitch Wertlieb talks about pop culture, Vermont and all the in-between.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with students, parents and coaches about esports and the how and why Vermont schools are embracing competitive video games.

The new film stars Owen Wilson as a Bob Ross-inspired host of a painting show on public television.

Host Connor Cyrus remembers Michael Hayes, who was also known as beloved Burlington drag queen Margaurite LeMay.

Here's all the hot tips for solar eclipse viewing next April with the Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium's Mark Breen.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks about breast cancer with a UVM researcher, a radiologist and a survivor.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with an immigration attorney in Vermont and the head of a refugee center in Montreal about U.S.-Canada border relations and asylum seekers.

Vermont Edition shares a recent episode of Brave Little State about whether short-term rentals are exacerbating Vermont's housing crisis.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks about the 2023 Major League Baseball season with a roundtable of sports fans.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with the Calais author about his new book, "Elf Dog & Owl Head."

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with Mary Ruefle, Vermont's poet laureate, about patience, persistence and poetry.

Mikaela Lefrak speaks with the author about her suspenseful new novel, "I Have Some Questions for You," set at a New Hampshire boarding school.

Host Connor Cyrus talks with a deputy undersecretary for the USDA, a state lawmaker and a school food services director about universal school meal legislation being considered in Vermont.

A new art book chronicles a quarter century of Higher Ground concerts.

Host Connor Cyrus talks with Education Secretary Dan French during his last days on the job.

Host Mikaela Lefrak learns more about the lawsuit over Middlebury College's renaming of its chapel.

Hosts Connor Cyrus and Mikaela Lefrak talk with regional political scientists about the historic event, and we open the phone lines to hear what Vermonters are thinking.

Host Connor Cyrus talks with state Rep. Taylor Small, sex workers and an anti-trafficking advocate about efforts to decriminalize sex work in Vermont.

Host Mikaela Lefrak chats with Bridget Butler, the Bird Diva, on migration patterns and creating an inclusive birding community.

Host Mikaela Lefrak honors Women's History Month by talking with female Vermonters making waves in their respective fields.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with statehouse reporters on what bills made it out of committee by the mid-point of the Vermont legislative session.

Vermont Edition shares a recent episode of Brave Little State all about where the electricity in Vermont's power grid comes from.

Host Mikaela Lefrak talks with Vermont's labor commissioner and advocates about child labor practices on dairies in the state.

Host Connor Cyrus talks with the director of the Center for Community News at UVM about how student journalists across the country can close the gap in local news coverage.

Host Connor Cyrus talks with members of the Montpelier community on how VCFA's decision to move their residencies and sell buildings will affect our capital.

Host Mikaela Lefrak speaks with author Christine Kenneally about her book investigating abuse in Catholic-run orphanages over the last century.