Vermont Viewpoint covers a lot of ground, both geographically and topically. You'll hear from lawmakers, newsmakers, business people and your own friends and ne...
Ross Connolly talks Americans for Prosperity, Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression, Economic Policy and Rosemary Becchi, Founder of Jersey1st
9-9:30am Jeremiah Mosteller, Policy Portfolio Director with Americans for Prosperity, discusses DOGE, what they are doing, misconceptions, and what should be done at the federal level to address waste and abuse. 9:30-10am Aaron Terr, Director of Public Advocacy with FIRE (Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression) joins the show to talk about the importance of free speech and the threats coming from both sides of the political aisle. 10-10:30am Ilana Blumsack, Economic Policy Analyst with Americans for Prosperity, rejoins the program to update listeners on housing policy reforms being passed in states across the country. 10:30-11am Rosemary Becchi, Founder of Jersey1st, discusses the results of important special elections for Congress in Florida and a Supreme Court race in Wisconsin and what the results mean for the national political picture.
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Brad Ferland talks with Charlie Papillo and Terry Lovelette of In Praise of Eagle Mountain
9:00 to 10:00New farm venture/ Brad Charlie Papillo helping interview 10:30 to 11:00Terry LoveletteIn Praise of Eagle MountainIn Praise of Eagle Mountain is a book of poetry and prose that explores themes of nature, solitude, and spiritual reflection. The author presents a contrast between two worlds: the chaotic, drama-filled world of human society and the peaceful, meaningful solitude found in nature.
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Brad Ferland speaks VT National Guard, Dr. Dean Barcelow, and Legislative updates with Senator Mattos
9:00 to 10:00Vermont National GuardMaster Sgt. Courtney Weisert Recruiting and Retention Battalion. current efforts including benefits, referral program and some lesser-known opportunities with the Guard through the State Partnership Program. Public Affairs Officer, Joseph (Joe) Brooks. Upcoming State of the Guard Address by the adjutant general to the joint assembly in Montpelier. This is the first address like this of Maj. Gen. Knight’s tenure. Joe is a civilian PAO with us but is a retired guardsman, though not from the VTNG 10:00-10:45Dr. Dean BarcelowUpdateS.64An act relating to amendments to the scope of practice for optometristsSen. Rebecca WhiteAdditional SponsorsSen. Philip BaruthSen. Scott BeckSen. Patrick BrennanSen. Randolph BrockSen. Thomas ChittendenSen. Alison ClarksonSen. Brian CollamoreSen. Samuel DouglassSen. Ruth HardySen. Wendy HarrisonSen. Larry HartSen. Joseph MajorSen. Christopher MattosSen. Robert NorrisSen. Robert PlunkettSen. Tanya VyhovskySen. David WeeksSen. Terry Williams 10:45Senator Mattos. (tentative)Legislative update
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Ross Connolly talks with John Goodnight, Rachel Burgin, Rep Will Greer and AJ Kierstead
9-9:30am John Goodnight, Foreign Policy Expert, joins the program to discuss classified leaks, the conflict in Yemen, and the restart of the conflict in Gaza. 9:30-10am Rachel Burgin, Deputy Regional Director with Americans for Prosperity, discusses the potential impact on the region if the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is not renewed. 10-10:30am Rep Will Greer updates listeners about common ground legislation at the Statehouse and how we can get past partisanship. 10:30-11am AJ Kierstead, Host of the New England Take Podcast, rejoins the show to talk about controversies surrounding deportations, court battles, and President Trump’s approval rating.
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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