Vermont Edition
Noon to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday. Rebroadcast at 7 p.m.
Hosted by Mikaela Lefrak, Vermont Edition convenes conversations and shares stories about the communities in our region. Whether you’re a local leader, a lifelong Vermonter or a brand new listener, this is your show.
Here's what we're discussing this week.
- Monday, May 20: U.S. Rep. Becca Balint shares news from Capitol Hill. Plus, an assessor and Vermont's Director of Property Valuation and Review explain the home reappraisal process that many towns are going through.
- Tuesday, May 21: Newly reelected Barre mayor Thom Lauzon answers your questions. Plus, we learn how recovery coaches in the Northeast Kingdom are supporting high school students, many of whom have friends and family members suffering from substance abuse disorder.
- Wednesday, May 22: Travel writer and Seven Days guest editor Jen Rose Smith discusses Quebec travel adventures.
- Thursday, May 23: A newly released Disney movie, "Young Woman and the Sea," is based on a book by Vermont author Glenn Stout. Stout tells us the story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel.
Latest Episodes
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Vermont herpetologist Jim Andrews shares his knowledge about reptiles and salamanders.
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Senate President Pro Tem Phil Baruth joins Vermont Edition. Baruth discusses property taxes, Act 250 reform, and Governor Phil Scott’s expected vetoes. -
Experts share ways to cut down a house's dependence on fossil fuels.
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We'll share a recent episode of the podcast Rumble Strip, followed by a poetry reading and discussion.
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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.
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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. -
Seven Days food writer Melissa Pasanen talks trends and transitions in Vermont’s food and drink industry.
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Teachers and counselors at Randolph Union High School share how they're supporting their low-income students, even after graduation.
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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.
