Democracy, Eventually

In this (half) episode we speak with Anore Horton, Executive Director of Hunger Free VT, about the impacts of the Government Shutdown (Dec.22 - ??) on Federal Nutrition Program dispersal in Vermont. This is the first installment in our inquiry to understand how communities can mitigate harm, and / or circumnavigate destructive federal policies like the government shutdown. Feel free to contact us with potential leads.

In this episode we interview advocates from the Women's Freedom Center the local organization working to end domestic and sexual violence serving both Windham and Southern Windsor Counties in Vermont since the 1970's. TW: this interview does discuss femicide, rape, and domestic violence. If you or anyone you know needs help you can call the confidential crisis line at 802-254-6954.

Here is an interview with did with Emilie Kornheiser about her campaign run for Vermont Windham District 1 house seat. We talk about the process, other VT races, and what's coming up. Edited!

In this episode we speak with Lucy Leriche Vice President for Public Policy Vermont for Planned Parenthood of Northern New England. We discuss access to reproductive healthcare in light of potential changes to Title X as well as the recent retirement of Justice Kennedy from the Supreme Court.

In this episode we speak with Putney Resident, Lachlan Francis who managed his first campaign when he was 18. We chat about youth involvement in electoral politics, and all the folks that work behind the scenes to get a candidate elected.

In this episode we speak with Sara Coffey (D) who is running for State Representative for the Windham-1, which comprises Guilford and Vernon, VT.

In this episode we discuss the new Zero Tolerance policy of separating, and detaining immigrant families, and how people are fighting back at the national and local scale.

In this episode we interview Dummerston resident, and Vermont State Trooper, Nader Hashim who is running for State Representative for Windham District-4 (Putney, Dummerston, Westminster).

On this episode we talk with Windham County Senator, Senate Majority Leader, and smart individual, Becca Balint about the end of the 2018 legislative session, thoughts about the year, stuff she is proud of, and the larger political game that is underfoot right now.

Interview with, Crista Yagjian, who has 15 +years of experience teaching in different schools throughout Windham County in different special education positions, and has testified two times to legislature about this bill.

Our interview with United State house of Representatives Candidate Daniel Freilich, primarying current candidate, Peter Welch. To learn more, check out the website http://www.drdanforcongress.com/home/drdan-logo_new-boxed/#

We discuss Phil Scott's overall approach to handling school costs, while also going in depth with a live guest, teacher and vice-presidential union member, Tevye Kelman.

In this episode we speak with Nico Amador, from the Vermont ACLU, about the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council's Fair and Impartial Policing Policy, and the ACLU's Smart Justice Campaign.

In this episode we discuss the history of gun regulation in the U.S., and renewed efforts to regulate guns in the wake of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting. Or course we can't talk about gun violence without talking about police violence.

We talk about the fall of Howard Dean from Progressive governor of Vermont to corporate lobbyist and all his dirty tricks. See you 'round Howard, and thanks for those high deductibles.

Ann Braden comes to the studio for a live interview. We talk about democracy, prescription drug bills in the legislature, gun legislation, and the EmergeVT program. ALL GREAT!

In this episode we speak with Ellen Schwartz and Karen Saunders from the VT Workers' Center about the history of the struggle for Universal Healthcare in Vermont.

We discuss Vermont's response to the opiate epidemic including modles like Hub and Spoke, and the syringe exchange in Brattleboro sponsored by the AIDS Project of Southern Vermont.

An interview with Brattleboro Community member, Emilie Kornheiser about the Vermont Commission on Women, building resilient communities, and the recent Agency of Human Services proposal for a new Prison in VT.

In this episode we discuss ways that municipalities and states are fighting back against the erosion of net neutrality. We also talk about a growing movement for safe injection sites for opioid users.

Talking about other things that are barriers to life being affordable for people besides taxes. Thanks, Vermont.

In this episode we speak with Windham County Rep Valerie Stuart (D) about the new legislative session. We also cover H.196 a bill to create a Paid Family Medical Leave Insurance Program.

In this episode we speak with Brattleboro Town School Board Member Robin Morgan about proposed cuts to the BUHS Budget.

Interview w/ Representative Valerie Stuart (D) by Democracy, Eventually

We interview the new steward of the Connecticut River, Kathy Urffer, and find out about what's in store for the Connecticut River and the upcoming dam license process.

A conversation with LICSW Emily Megas-Russell about harm reduction in relation to drug use. Also fuck nazis.

This episode followed the June 6, 2017 Selectboard meeting discussion surrounding diversity in town governance. *The first few minutes are chopped off.* :(

In this episode we talk about everybody's favorite cable and internet provider, community television, and net neutrality. . .and maybe a few rants.

Problems in Psychiatry, Vermont, The HIVE, Brattleboro

Interviews with local selectboard members Brandie Starr and Tim Wessel.

In this episode, Paige and Kara chat with VT Senate Majority leader, Becca Balint - D- from Windham County. We chat about the "end" of the legislative session, the budget stalemate, campaign finance, puttin' the spin on the news, and civic engagement.

In this episode we talk about what it means to be homeless in Windham County with staff from Groundworks Collaborative.

In this episode we dive into the history of Campaign Finance reform at the national level. We also look at campaign finance in VT specifically. What are candidates spending money on? How much are they spending? Who's contributing? Listen up to find out.

Talk about a different, less capitalistic way to look at budgets and new laws in Vermont. Oh, and it was Equal Pay Day and nothing happened.

In this episode we look at the intersection of gender and labor. We'll talk with Anna Mullaney from Brattleboro Solidarity, we'll hear about healthcare workers trying to unionize in Burlington VT, and we'll hear about VT House Bill H.136 and rights for pregnant women.

In this episode we talk about how bills are faring in the VT legislature now that the crossover deadline has passed, we'll also look ahead to Brattleboro's Representative Town Meeting.

In this episode we talk about the national movement for the Fight for $15, the movement for a living wage in VT, unions, and the future of the labor organizing.

In honor of International Working Women's Day, Paige and Kara will play you some sweet tunes by ladies and non-binary folks.

Voting in Brattleboro is March 7th. This show talks about what there is to vote for and why. Also the role of local municipal government is...?

Checking out schools for this show from super local with an event at BUHS to discussing state politics with Act 46, then regional and national discussions around school systems. Also, Teenage Dirtbags, baby.

In this episode we're talking about getting up off the couch and getting involved. We spoke with Austin Davis from 350 Vermont, Daniel Quip from 350 Brattleboro, Will Lembek from Migrant Justice, Angela Berkfield from Act for Social Justice and The Root Social Justice Center, and Bob Fisher Brattleboro Town Attorney.

Continuing on last weeks theme we explore the perpetuation of a racial caste system in the U.S. via the prison industrial complex, the Brattleboro Police Department's stance on fair and impartial policing, immigration enforcement in VT pre & post TrUmP, and Paige reminds us about Black History Month. Check-out our FB Page for source links.

Look at the 2017 release of the study "Driving While Black and Brown in Vermont," by the University of Vermont, conversation with Vermont State Trooper Captain Jonas, and an analysis of Vermont's prisons, while also understanding the broader racial context for incarceration rates.

This week on Democracy, Eventually, we will look into the history of Vermont slavery, talk to students and teachers about how they teach slavery at BUHS, listen to Martin Luther King talk about Economic Justice and round out the hour with Tupac. Next week, Trash Talk.

Take a close look at Phil Scott's inaugural address; update on Dakota Access, Paige rant about fake news.