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Ellie Bryant holds B.A. and Master's in Education and Human Development degrees from George Washington University and Master's of Fine Arts in Writing from Vermont College of Fine Arts.ON SALE FEBRUARY 12, 2026The sequel to the bestseller, Sheltering Angel: A Novel Based on a True Story of the Titanic.After losing her husband Bradley in the Titanic disaster, Florence Cumings' heartache is far from over. Her teenage son Wells is killed in the WWI battle of Belleau Wood while defending France with the Allies. Two decades later, her second husband Chess dies of influenza shortly before her eldest son Jack succumbs to effects from injuries sustained in the Great War. Then, Andre Maquera West Street Digital Inc.Brad and Andre discuss winter in Vermont, Cabin Fever, music and joy, journey in life, beating the blues. Producer/Guitarist/Chief EngineerWest Street Digital is a full service recording studio in Fairfield, Vermont.
Derek Ferland, Sullivan County Manager, is back in studio as we talk about Derek going to a Newport Winter Carnival event last night, each town in our community having their own nitche events, Discover Sugar River Region's mission to promote local events, the county's budget, process on the nursing home and more.
Matt Cota Meadowhill ConsultingLawmakers are considering a tiered spending cap as a way to rein in education costs. Lawmakers are also focusing on Vermont's Career Technical Education centers. Housing is also getting more attention.Vermont lawmakers continue to weigh proposals to eliminate or modify the state's vehicle inspection program. Gregory Tatro-Jenna's Promise, and Daniel Franklin, on Recovery Day- February 11th, in Montpelier, and Turning Towards the Light, A Healing Concert February 15 | 3:30–5:30 PM | Jenna's House, JohnsonWe are honored to welcome back Danny Granstaff, a talented and accomplished musician.Then Senator Virginia “Ginny” Lyons with 25 Years in the State LegislatureSenator Lyons currently chairs the Senate Committee on Health and Welfare.
9:00 to 10:00Adjutant General Race-Vermont Legislature. Deputy Adjutant General Henry “Hank” Harder and Col. Roger “Brent” Zeigler are running for the post Adjutant General candidates discuss why they want the job.10:00 to 10:30Brad and Producer Lee Kittell fill in for Elliott Greenblott on the AARP Fraudwatch 10:30 to 11:00Saint Albans Mayor Tim Smith -- Stepping down after 8 years serving as St. Alban's Mayor.
Dans cet épisode, je reçois Valérie Ferland. On parle de ces croyances invisibles qui influencent nos choix, nos relations et notre rapport à nous-mêmes — et de ce moment charnière où l'on réalise que ce qui nous protégeait hier nous limite aujourd'hui. « Je ne suis pas assez », « Je dois mériter l'amour »,« Si je déçois, je serai abandonné », « Montrer mes émotions, c'est dangereux », « Je dois tout gérer seul ».Un épisode incarné, confrontant et profondément transformateur.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/26/26.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/19/2026.
Brad opens with a talk with Meadow Hill Consulting's Matt Cota on the first week of the Vermont Legislative Session and the Governor's State of the State Address.Then Representative Gina Galfetti (R-Barre Town, Williamstown) and Sarita Austin (D-Colchester) about their recent trip to Israel, and calls from some activist groups for their resignation on account of it.And Molly Millwood, clinical psychologist, author, and songwriter/performer, talks about her songwriting and career.
In the opening episode of 2026 of The Visual Storytelling Podcast, I interviewed Carolane Ferland, a Quebec-based photographer who specializes in weddings, newborns, and travel photography. You can see more of her work on her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caroferland/ and her professional portfolio here: https://www.instagram.com/carolaneferlandphotos////Don't miss an episode—subscribe and rate the show on your favourite podcast app! Prefer videos? Join our YouTube community of more than 10,300 visual storytellers at youtube.com/fredranger.Check out my latest photography zine at fredranger.com/store.For great licensed music tracks, get 10% off with Audiio using this link: Audiio for Creators.Need a website? Use code FREDRANGER at Squarespace for 10% off at squarespace.com.Support this ad-free podcast by buying me a coffee at buymeacoffee.com/fredranger..Let's connect:Email: visualstorytelling@fredranger.comSocial: @fredranger on Instagram, Threads, and YouTubeWeb: thevisualstorytellingpodcast.com
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 01/05/2026.
The Working Tools Podcast https://youtu.be/FC3UIpP7GS8Join the Working Tools Podcast Team; VWB Steven Chung, VWB David Colbeth, VWB Matthew Appel and Br. Craig Graham as we welcome Megan Ferland, Executive Director for Washington Masonic Services.To learn more about the Washington Masonic Services, please visit:https://www.masonscare.orghttps://www.facebook.com/wamasonicservicesPlease consider supporting the show with a small monthly donation:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/theworkingtoolspodcast/subscribeOur Website:http://www.TheWorkingToolsPodcast.comFollow us on Facebook!http://Facebook.TheWorkingToolsPodcast.comSPOTIFY: http://Spotify.TheWorkingToolsPodcast.comiTunes: http://itunes.TheWorkingToolsPodcast.comDISCLAIMER: Our opinions are our own, and do not reflect the opinions or stances of the various Grand Lodges or regular Lodges around the world.Freemasonry, Free masonry, Free mason, Mason, MasonicDISCLAIMER: Our opinions are our own, and do not reflect the opinions or stances of the various Grand Lodges or regular Lodges around the world.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 12/29/2025.Dan Evans previews a busy schedule for January at the Zenbarn in Waterbury, along with a few selections from some of the artists who will be performing there.Matt Cota offers his thoughts as we close in on the start of the 2026 Legislative session in Montpelier.And Brad features a few songs from Vermont Western Swing Artist Rick Norcross.
The Working Tools Podcast https://youtu.be/oD4CIOTWKooJoin the Working Tools Podcast Team; VWB Steven Chung, VWB David Colbeth, VWB Matthew Appel and Br. Craig Graham as we welcome Megan Ferland, Executive Director for Washington Masonic Services.To learn more about the Washington Masonic Services, please visit:https://www.masonscare.orghttps://www.facebook.com/wamasonicservicesPlease consider supporting the show with a small monthly donation:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/profile/theworkingtoolspodcast/subscribeOur Website:http://www.TheWorkingToolsPodcast.comFollow us on Facebook!http://Facebook.TheWorkingToolsPodcast.comSPOTIFY: http://Spotify.TheWorkingToolsPodcast.comiTunes: http://itunes.TheWorkingToolsPodcast.comDISCLAIMER: Our opinions are our own, and do not reflect the opinions or stances of the various Grand Lodges or regular Lodges around the world.Freemasonry, Free masonry, Free mason, Mason, MasonicDISCLAIMER: Our opinions are our own, and do not reflect the opinions or stances of the various Grand Lodges or regular Lodges around the world.
Brad opens with a few stories from the Sheep Farm, then...Rusty Dewees "The Logger" exchanges gifts, shares about his holiday memories, his life and career, and provides a musical performance that brings Brad in for some help.Then Elizabeth Von Trapp and Brad exchange gifts, and Elizabeth offers up some music and good conversation, and talk about Christmas and love.
WDEV Legislative Preview with Matt Cota of Meadow HillEducation Property Taxes, Health Care Affordability, Transportation Fund Warning Signs. Energy Costs & Climate Policy, A moment of Hope: Split the Ticket 100,000 gallons of free fuel delivered through Split the Ticket;A 2025 Vermont Almanac preview WITH Patrick White, Dave Mance, Brett Stanciu;and then Seth Soloway, Executive Director OF Spruce Peak Artsand Eric “Ricky” McKinnie of the Blind Boys of Alabama, who areperforming a Christmas Concert Friday December 19th, 7:00 p.m.at Spruce Peak ArtsThe Blind Boys Christmas Show mixes holiday standards with selections from their Grammy-winning holiday classic album, Go Tell It On The Mountain and the spirited Talkin' Christmas album. Blind Boys will have everyone in the audience singing and clapping along to spread the joy of the season!
Derek Ferland is here, County Manager of Sullivan County, as we talk about snowmobiling in the area, Discover Sugar River Region, the nursing home project, and lots more.
Brad Ferland hold a tribute to Jon Gailmor, renowned Vermont musician, died peacefully on November 30, 2025 after a year and a half long battle with Leukemia. He died with his family surrounding him, at his son's home, with his music playing and his family singing along. Featuring Jack Donovan in the studio, Patti Casey, Elisabeth Von Trapp and Taryn Noelle. Also, Elliott Greenblott with AARP Fraud watch. Finally. Rob Smolla. Former President of Vermont Law and Graduate School on rules and constitutional law on the second strike on the suspected drug boat and other constitutional challenges and separation of powers. Rodney Smolla assumed the position of president of Vermont Law and Graduate School on July 1, 2022. After three years of dedicated service, he stepped down from his role as president, effective July 1, 2025, to focus on writing and teaching as a member of the VLGS faculty.This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 12/08/2025.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 11/24/25.Brad Ferland talks with Ginny Sweetzer with Wreaths Across America, a national 501(c)(3) whose mission is to have every veteran's grave covered with a wreath, still has 2,718 wreaths that need to be sponsored in Vermont Wreaths Across America, a national 501(c)(3) whose mission is to have every veteran's grave covered with a wreath, still has 2,718 wreaths that need to be sponsored in Vermont.This includes 239 at the Vermont Veterans' Home Cemetery in Bennington. On Dec. 13, at noon, Wreaths Across America will be at the Vermont Veterans'' Home Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans through the laying of Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes and the act of saying the name of each and every veteran aloud. Then, Sergeant First Class Niels Huisman has served with the 40th Army Band since 2004. His duties have included narrator and announcer for the concert band, leader and bass player for the Department of Jazz Septet, Drum Major for the marching band, and performer on bass and percussion with multiple other small ensembles. Finally, Thomas Ira Chittenden grew up in South Burlington, Vermont. Thomas has a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Vermont and his Vermont family lineage traces back nine generations to Bethuel Chittenden, the brother of Vermont's first governor Thomas Chittenden.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 11/17/2025.
Brad opens with Taryn Noelle, talented singer and actress, on some upcoming performances in our listening area.Duncan McDougall from Waterbury Local Energy Action Partnership, talks about the Button Up Weatherization & Home Heating Workshop this Friday in the Waterbury Municipal Building.Matt Cota joins from Meadow Consulting to update on Energy and Housing issues at the Vermont State House.Paul Dame, the recently re-elected Head of the Vermont Republican Party;and Susan Sweetser joins to talk about the Ginny Sweetser Scholarship Award for women veterans, and the Wreaths Across America mission to have every veteran's grave covered with a wreath for Christmastime.
Brad starts with a few stories from the sheep farm this weekend,then Jody Emerson the Director of the Central Vermont Career Center and Superintendent of the Central Vermont Career Center School District, on Tuesday's Bond Vote for construction of an expanded Career Center in Barre.Elliott Greenblott joins for our monthly AARP Fraudwatch segment, helping listeners stay aware of the latest financial scams to watch out for,and Rachel Feldman calls in live from Israel, talking about the Apartheid-free communities campaign and antisemitism.
Brad talks first with Vermont Guard General Hank Harder with an update on the Air Guard, deployments, recruitment, and their mission.Then Governor Phil Scott talks with Brad and callers about several important Vermont issues, including State Rights vs. Federal Mandates, Education reform, and Wheels for Warmth.And Paul Dame, Chairman of the Vermont Republican Party, with some Commentary about civility, and his run to be re-elected at chair of the VRP.
Brad welcomes in Sascha Mayer CEO and Co-founder of Mamava, a company that designs and produces freestanding lactation pods.Then, Meghan Sullivan, of the Vermont Chamber of Commerce talks about the Chamber's goals and Legislative initiatives,and Chad Butt on MENTOR Vermont, which supports youth mentoring programs across the state.
Brad Ferland speaks with Sascha Mayer, Chief Experience Officer and Co-Founder of Mamava, a company that designs and manufactures freestanding lactation pods for nursing and pumping parents in public spaces and workplaces. They also provide a free mobile app that helps users find these pods, as well as other lactation spaces, and unlock them with their phone. The company was founded to provide a more private and comfortable alternative to using bathrooms or cars for pumping or nursing. Then, Meghan Sullivan from the Vermont Chamber of Commerce gives updates on upcoming Chamber goals and Legislative initiatives. Also featuring Chad Butt from MENTOR Vermont. MENTOR Vermont supports and strengthens youth mentoring programs across the state by providing resources, technical assistance, and funding to ensure quality mentoring relationships for young people. This includes offering training for mentors, administering grants to local programs, building partnerships, and advocating for increased investment in mentoring to help every young person in Vermont thrive
Brad Ferland on Indigenous People Day/ Columbus Day, Guest Lila Bennett from the Journey to Recovery Community Center, Peer Grief and Loss Support Group Ben's House, and Jess O'Brien on her New Record Release "These Days" and the Vermont Music Scene.
Brad welcomes in Dan Murphy, music director at the Zen Barn, and musician Drew Angus, who will be performing at the Zen Barn this weekend.Elliott Greenblott joins Brad for the AARP Fraudwatch Segment;and Mark Isselhardt from UVM Extension and Johanna Haas, Maple Quality Specialist, on establishing a lab to standardize the testing and grading of pure maple syrup.
Brad welcomes in Major Austin Barber, Director of Plans, Training, and Security for the Ethan Allen Firing Range.Frank Cioffi joins to remember Richard Tarrant, SMC Basketball star, and founder of IDX Systems in Burlington, And Jan Clancy is a Saint Albans resident who is building a netzero house on Lake Champlain, and Paul Kealey Founder and President of Eko Build has designed and built hundreds of homes since 2006.
Brad talks art with John Killacky, then award-winning Western musician Dave Stamey and local musician Jess O'Brien, as they get ready for a concert September 27th and the Highland Center for the Arts in Greensboro.
Brad Ferland talks with Jay Wahl, the executive director of the Flynn theater in Burlington on what role does performance art play in Vermont's society today. Also on the show is Singer-Songwriter Kate Taylor to talk about her concert later this month.
Sullivan County Manager Derek Ferland is here as we talk about the Nursing Home renovation, County land, the apple press, Discover Sugar River Region, and lots more.
September 8th, 2025 - Brad Ferland talks with Matt Cota on energy and transportation updates, Craig Meads about the Northeast Street Rod Nationals, Elliot Greenblot from the AARP for Fraudwatch, and Senator Chris Mattos on issues, goals, and senate schedules. This episode of Vermont Viewpoint was published 09/08/2025.
Inventory matters. This week, we bring on Mik Ferland to take a look under the hood of the new Power Platform Admin Center. Mik explains why inventory comes first, how it works tenant-wide, and what is next for apps and flows. You'll also learn when to use Manage, Monitoring, or Licensing, and what you can expect at PPCC. Explore the public GitHub repo here: aka.ms/CodeApps
"There are worse things than listening to a podcast on a Sunday!" Join special guest, and original cast member, Danielle Ferland ("Little Red" in Into the Woods) as we look back at her Broadway debut in the Pulitzer Prize winning, and listener requested, Sondheim/Lapine musical Sunday in the Park with George. Listen to stories about the nontraditional way this nontraditional musical was created and whether or not Danielle ever found her glasses. If you enjoyed this episode, you should definitely check out our covid era episode on INTO THE WOODS with Sara Kapner Be sure to follow Danielle on Instagram at @ferlanddr to stay up to date with her latest projects. For more about Sunday in the Park with George and the other musicals that have won the Pulitzer Prize in Drama, join us on PATREON! for our bonus series exclusively for the "Patreon! Fam" tier. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok, and check out our TeePublic Store which benefits Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS. Above all, thank you for being here at "A Musical Theatre Podcast." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Host Brad Ferland talks in the first hour with John Holzscheiter and Andrea Wells, the parents of AJ Holzscheiter, who died by suicide, talking about the tribute and fundraiser AFTERGLOW, September 20th starting at 1:30 pm at Hard'ack Hill, St. Albans.Then Major Meghan Brady Smith of the Vermont Air National Guard talks with Brad about the free, family-friendly Open House, Sunday, September 7th, from 10 to 3, at the Vermont Air National Guard Base in South Burlington.
Brad opens with Evan Langfeldt, Chief Executive Officer - O'Brien Brothers -- on Housing in Vermont, and what it will take to build more homes.Brad talks about officiating a funeral and a wedding on Saturday.Addison County Senator Steve Heffernan talks about Affordability in Vermont,and Chittenden County - Southeast District Senator Thomas Chittenden on what the Senate is doing in the summer, and plans for 2026.
Brad Opens the show with Vermont Governor Phil Scott, talking about racing, housing, education reform, vehicle registrations, and more.After a chat about a wonderful weekend hike under the full moon on Elmore Mountain, Brad welcomes in Elliott Greenblott with the AARP Fraudwatch.Then Allyssa Berthiaume, of the League of Vermont Writers, on their Summer Event, "Into the Words", coming up August 23rd at the Milton Grange Hall.
Brad welcomes in Melinda White, co-chair of the 4th Annual Substance Use Addiction Summit, Friday August 1st at the Champlain Valley Fairgrounds, Tracy Thomasson, Director of Operations at SaVida Health, and Dawn Tatro, co-founder of Jenna's Promise sober housing program in Johnson.Then Brad talks with Scott Detwiler, the Public Affairs Officer at Vermont Army National Guard about the PRIME Program to strengthen Recruitment, Retention, and Employment Opportunities.
Sullivan County Manager Derek Ferland is here as we talk bout progress with Discover Sugar River Region, the new guide that is out for the region fromYankee Magazine, the energy project in Sullivan County, Nurising Home updates, budget, and lots more.
Brad opens the show with Grill-em-up Gabby, and Bun Length Ben, who have been driving the Oscar Mayer Weinermobile across the country, and made a recent stop in Vermont.Then, Duncan MacDougall with Waterbury LEAP and Dave Roberts with Drive Electric Vermont, getting ready for the Waterbury LEAP Electric Vehicle Fest Tuesday, August 5th at 5:30 p.m. at Crossett Brook Middle School in Duxbury.Orleans Country Senator Sam Douglas joins to talk about what the Vermont Senate is doing this summer.and Brad and producer Lee Kittell talk about the music and life of Tony Trischka, legendary banjo player who is performing in Waterbury Friday night at Zenbarn.
Brad Ferland withLisa Schermerhorn with new documentary "Zero Limits",Wendy Steager and Caroline Castaldo of the "Gardens of Waterbury" tour,and George Woodard, Waterbury Center farmer, filmmaker, musician and storyteller.
Brad Ferland and Melinda White, organizers of "Coming Together" a Substance Use Addiction Summit, join Anthony & Dan to promote the event. Link:https://www.facebook.com/SUASVT802/photos
Brad Ferland welcomes in Sarah Stromeyer. Her new novel "A Mother Always Knows" is just out.Troy Ramey, singer-songwriter, turned all 4 chairs on 'The Voice', and is performing Thursday night at the Haybarn Theater in Plainfield.Elliott Greenblott has the latest on the local and national scams being used to try to get your money.And Duncan Macdougall talks about Window Dressers, where local volunteers build low-cost window inserts and provide them to neighbors who have cold, drafty houses, often for free or very discounted prices.
1st Hour - Sgt 1st Class Bo Willoughby is a member of Vermont's own 86th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and the Army Warfare School in Jericho. He recently participated in a large-scale European exercise with our NATO allies.2nd hour - Dr. Sunil Eappen - President and CEO of the UVM Health Network on the latest developments in Health Care in Vermont.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint hosted by Brad Ferland aired on 06/16/2025.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint hosted by Brad Ferland aired on 06/09/2025.
This episode of Vermont Viewpoint aired on 06/02/2025.9:00 to 9:30Governor Phil Scott9:30 to 10:00Legislative updates on the session ending (if it does)Guest to be determined.10:00 to 10:30Elliott GreenblottAARP Fraudwatch10:30 to 11:00Lt. Governor John Rogers
Vermont ViewpointMay 20, 2025 9:00 to 9:30Matt CotaMontpelier updates 9:30 to 10:00Tyler Austin WhitleyKilkare State Park ManagerAward winning state park, new bio initiatives, Father's day events, monument restoration , Ferry to Burton Island 10:00 to 11:00Highland Center for the ArtsConcert June 7th , 7;00 to 9:00Glorious LeaderKyle WoolardJess O' Brien.Glorious Leader is the musical project of Vermont-based songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Kyle Woolard. Writing and recording from his cabin in Glover, deep in Vermont's Northeast Kingdom, Woolard creates songs that flow naturally from quiet acoustic narratives to lush, orchestral-rock arrangements and vibrant pop melodies.
Derek Ferland, Sullivan County Manager, is here as we talk Discover Sugar River Region, bringing people to the area, the County Manager's office moving to Unity and lots more.
Sullivan County Manager Derek Ferland is here as we talk about how the snowmobile season was, Discover Sugar River Region, nursing home renovation, moving the County Commissioners offices to Unity, the political environment, and more.