Vermont Viewpoint

Guests:May Hanlon, Executive Director of the Vermont Democratic PartyRep. Kathleen James (D-Manchester)Aly Richards, Democratic candidate for Governor Origionallyt broadcast: Friday, June 26, 2026Host Lachlan Francis

Candidate Series: Mark Coester joins the show to discuss his race for Congress, the issues facing Vermonters, his plans to address affordability, and his priorities if electedHon. Timothy Egan, Executive Director of Vermont NORML, updates listeners about changes in Vermont’s cannabis laws, what it means for the industry, and what more could be doneJohn Goodnight rejoins the show to update listeners about the conflict with Iran, the MOU signed last week, who gains the most from the deal, whether peace will prevail, and the path forward

Host Lachlan Francis interviewsConor Casey chairs Vermont's Irish American Legislative Caucus and thenDr Kelli Perkins - the Human Resources and Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) Director at Vital Communities

Gerald Malloy, Candidate for US Congress, discusses his race for Congress, top issues impacting Vermonters, how Congress could help Vermont, and his message for Vermont VotersJames Czerniawski, Head of Emerging Technology Policy at the Consumer Choice Center, updates listeners about the United Kingdom’s move to ban social media for minors, the potential unseen consequences, and the UK’s move towards an Orwellian state.Paul Dame, Chair of the Vermont Republican Party, joins the show to talk about the VT GOP’s effectiveness even though they are still in the minority and why Vermonters should consider GOP candidates in the midterms.

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.

Conal O’BrienNew book out- What Ever Happened to Anna Canneli. This is the 3rd in a series. Conal previously published books, Birth of an Angel and Death of Television.Brad and Conal will talk about Conal’s new book, living in a small Vermont town after living in New York City and Los Angeles and the journey of life.10:00 to 10:30Danielle RobertsDanielle Roberts, Director of Community RelationsNorthwestern Counseling and Support ServicesAdult Mental Health First AidThursday May 28 and Friday May 294:00 to 7:00location, St. Albans City Hall Council Chamber11th Annual Autism Walk of Northwestern VermontSunday, May 31, 202612:30 PM-2:30 PM10:30 to 11:00Representative Ashley BartleyUpdates on Montpelier

David Zuckerman hosts State Representative Leanne Harple to discuss the controversial plans for school mergers and closures and their impact on rural Vermont communities. Then, Rachel Nevitt joins the show to provide a masterclass on tick-borne illnesses, offering new research on symptoms and advice on how to advocate for yourself at the doctor's office

Ben Kinsley is the Executive Director of Campaign for VermontKevin Ellis is the author of the Conflict of Interest blog, and former Friday host of Vermont Viewpoint on WDEV.