Vermont Viewpoint with Brad Ferland - 06/15/2026
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint with Brad Ferland was aired on 06/15/2026.
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This episode of Vermont Viewpoint with Brad Ferland was aired on 06/15/2026.
Freshman Representative Rob North (R-Ferrisburgh) shares his experience on the House Environment Committee anbd Act 181.Swanton Republican Representative Matt Walker (R-Swanton) talks about changes to this year's Transportation Budget.
Originally broadcast Friday, June 12, 2026Lachlan's guest is VT Lt Governor candidate Esther Charlestin
Sen. Andrew Perchlik and then Vermont's Healthcare changes with Owen Foster of the Green Mountain Care BoardHost David Zuckerman talks with State Senator Andrew Perchlik to provide a comprehensive look at the new Laws impacting Vermonters; the state budget, education funding reforms, infrastructure, energy and property taxes. In the second half, Green Mountain Care Board Chair Owen Foster joins David to dig into Healthcare; hospitals, regulatory concerns, insurance costs, and access to care for Vermonters.
Paul Dame talks with Caledonia County Republican Leader Senator Scott Beck on Legislative results from the recently concluded session, and Republican prospects for the upcoming election.And Gavin Edwards, Vermont Coordinator of the American Great State Fair talks about preparations for the 4th of July celebrations of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Paul ends the show with listener phone calls.
Meghan Sullivan - Vice President of Government Affairs Vermont ChamberRecap of Legislative session from the chamber’s perspective.What lies ahead?Meghan Sullivan -Experienced Business Liaison with a demonstrated history of working in the government relations industry. Strong operations professional skilled in Communications, Public Policy, Analytical Thinking, and Customer Service. Respected spokesperson able to communicate effectively with internal and external customers across a diverse portfolio of issues.Susan Sweetser- Ginny Sweetser raffle/fundraiserJune is PTSD Awareness month. We started a scholarship fund in Ginny’s memory for veterans getting an advanced degree that will lead them to helping those with PTSD.Bob DegreeNew book launch The Planted Seed: A book of Hope.The new novella is a story of a mother and son that from the beginning had an unbreakable, supernatural bond that carried them throughout life, death, and a journey in the afterlife.
Originally broadcast June 5, 2026Guest: Washington County Senator Andy Perchlik
John Reynolds, State Director with NFIB, rejoins the show to grade the policies passed by the legislature now that session is over and how small businesses will be impactedMike Stenhouse, former Red Sox player and CEO of the RI Center for Freedom & Prosperity, updates listeners about the proposed RI budget, wealth taxes, and working together across New England to improve the economySarah Scott, State Director with Americans for Prosperity-New Hampshire, discusses Right to Try legislation for patients facing a terminal diagnosis, how NH is positioning to be a biotech hub, and the lasting legacy of former legislator Michael Yakubovich Nick Murray from Lead Maine informs listeners about the rising threat of facial recognition technologies being used by governments
First Hour -Senator Thomas ChittendenMatt Cota Meadowhill ConsultingLegislative adjournment recap Second Hour --Elliott GreenblottAARP Fraudwatch Violinist Justin OuelletLumo’s experienceSt. Albans Concert review
5-28-2026 on Vermont Viewpoint, host David Zuckerman welcomes Margaret McLean and White River Valley SU Superintendent Jamie Kinnarney from the Vermont Rural School Community Alliance to discuss the current bill addressing education. Then, Democratic gubernatorial candidate Aly Richards joins the program to discuss why she wants to be Governor and to answer your questions about her positions on the issues Vermonters face.
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