Podcasts about Montpelier

A federal judge wants to hear more about plans to close a dairy plant in St. Albans, a Milton resident claims the town's selectboard violated his free speech and state officials have taken an unusual approach to deter unwanted activity outside government buildings in Montpelier. Plus, Vermont Poet Laureate Bianca Stone shares a poetry reading and reaction.

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What can a bird's nest, a set of porcelain ice cream vases, and a portrait of Confucius tell us about the early American republic? In this episode, host Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey sits down with Dr. Lisa Goff, Associate Professor of English and American Studies at the University of Virginia and former director of its Institute for Public History, to explore how historians read objects as evidence.Lisa walks us through the furnishings, art, and tableware inside James and Dolly Madison's Montpelier home — from European landscape paintings and portraits of foreign rulers to Dolly's elaborate porcelain ice cream service — and what they reveal about the Madisons' global ambitions, Dolly's political skill as a hostess, and the enslaved labor that made it all possible. We talk about the dining room as a stage for both diplomacy and denial, the archaeology behind the mansion's restoration, and the objects enslaved individuals at Montpelier owned and chose for themselves. Lisa also previews her forthcoming book, Stories in the Soil: Recovering Black and White Histories at James Madison's Montpelier, out this April.

Hospitals are sharing budget ideas for next year as health costs in Vermont remain among the highest in the nation, Gov. Phil Scott looks to learn more about AI and an effort by local businesses to get Montpelier's former post office building under local control appears to have succeeded.

David Zuckerman's guests include... Democratic Gubernatorial candidate Amanda Janoo, Vermont State Representative Kate McCann and Jared Duval from Montpelier on their run for the House.Vermont State Representative Elizabeth Burrows on her run for State Senate for Windsor County.Mike Bailey on Solarfest, an open event happening in Brandon on Saturday.

Mayor Marc Gwinn is a regular street performer at Montpelier's “Ramble,” an effort to encourage people to come downtown to experience the city's business and arts offerings.

A woman known as "Sleeping Lucy" astonished 19th-century Vermont by diagnosing illness while in a mysterious trance. Was Dr. Lucy Cooke a gifted clairvoyant physician, an extraordinary observer, or one of New England's greatest medical mysteries? Join Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger as they uncover the remarkable life, astonishing claims, and enduring legend of Montpelier's most enigmatic healer. The Extraordinary Case of Sleeping Lucy - A New England Legends Podcast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sergeant First Class Melanie LaPerleState Headquarters, Vermont National Guard Originally from Venice, Florida, Melanie LaPerle has built a distinguished military career spanning active duty and National Guard service, marked by versatility, historic achievements, and a profound multi-generational family legacy.Matt Cota Meadow Hill ConsultingPolitical updates, Montpelier, High Profile races and Brad closes the show with a legendary number from Rick Norcross and his All Stars.

Melinda White and Dawn Tatro - talk about the 5th Annual Substance Use Addiction SummitFriday July 31, Champlain Valley Exposition10:00-4:00Montpelier City Council member Pelin Kohn is Running for the Washington-4 District House seat in Montpelier;Wendy Steager Garden Club PresidentCaroline Castaldo, of Gardens of Waterbury and Across the River, presented by A River Runs Through It (ARRTI) Garden Club Private self-guided toursthis Sunday, July 26 • 10 AM - 4 PM

How do we honor people who were enslaved when the enslavers are at the center of so much of our history?For generations, Nashville's portrayals of its Black history has lacked accuracy, as institutions have shied away from the legacy of American slavery.Today, we look at three well-known historical sites in Middle Tennessee: The Hermitage, Fort Negley and Travellers Rest. All have made recent efforts to adjust how they portray their history — but not everyone is satisfied with the approach.This episode was produced by Cynthia Abrams.Guests: Jamel Campbell-Gooch, community organizer and descendant of Esquire Hayes, who was enslaved at The Hermitage Dr. Aisha Francis, president of Franklin Cummings Tech and descendant of Hiram and Eveline Overton, who were enslaved at Travellers Rest Dr. Angela Sutton, Vanderbilt historian who studies Fort Negley Eola Lewis Dance, ethnohistorian and former CEO of James Madison's Montpelier

In this episode from the archives, Tammy is joined by Nimesh Mehta. Nimesh is the Chief Information and Strategy Officer at National Life Group and is passionate about creating human experiences with AI — music to our ears! Tammy and Nimesh discuss how to implement digital transformations with empathy and purpose. Nimesh also shares his thoughts on why psychological safety is so important at organizations working at the forefront of technological change, because disruption can't happen in the presence of fear.Please note that the views expressed may not necessarily be those of NTT DATA.Links:The Trusted Advisor Learn more about Launch by NTT DATAThis podcast is presented by Catalyst, the opinions and views expressed are those of the host and participants and do not necessarily reflect National Life Group's views on the topics discussed. This podcast is for informational purposes only and is not to be construed as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a security in any state where such offer or solicitation would be illegal. Any unauthorized use is prohibited. National Life Group is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company (NLIC), Montpelier, VT and its affiliates. This podcast was recorded on 2/21/2025. TC7784363(0325)3See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today is the latest installment in our monthly series, Town by Town. Each month, we hone in on a different town or municipality in the state. This month, we're shining a light on Middlesex in Washington County. Fitting for a town with the word “middle” in its name, Middlesex is in central Vermont along I-89 and Route 2. It has a reputation as a commuter town where lots of people who live there work in Montpelier or elsewhere.Middlesex is situated on a bend in the Winooski River. That location in a floodplain led to major flooding in 1927. Middlesex now borders the Wrightsville Reservoir and the town co-manages Wrightsville Beach, a popular place for swimming, picnicking and hiking.To tell us all about Middlesex are Sarah Seidman and Patty Wiley, the co-founders of the Middlesex Historical Society and co-authors of the oral history Middlesex in the Making. Russ Bennet, founder and owner of NorthLand Visual Design and Construction, told us about developing property in Middlesex, including Camp Meade. We also heard from best selling-author and former Middlesex town clerk, Sarah Strohmeyer. Broadcast on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

The podcast is making another visit to Cashe Valley. UIAAA Connection #286 – Kevin Andersen, Director of Athletics – Mt. Crest High School – is now available. Kevin spent his early years in Grace, Idaho, before moving during his freshmanyear and eventually graduating from Mountain Crest High School, where he now serves at his alma mater. His professional journey began at Bear Lake High School in Montpelier, Idaho, followed by stops at Ogden and Sky View before returning home to Mountain Crest. Kevin shares an interesting family connection to basketball history, noting that NBA legend Dick Motta coached his father at Grace High School, while his dad also competed alongside longtime Jazzassistant Phil Johnson. His advice encourages athletic directors to ask questions freely and ensure people around them feel valued, appreciated, and included.https://open.spotify.com/show/2L2ERXOxQcuHl5GE1vjOiHThis podcast is also available on Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Breaker, Castbox, Google Podcasts, iHeartRadio, Overcast, Pocket Casts, RadioPublic, Spotify, Stitcher, and YouTube.

In the latest installment of our series, Vermont Edition At Home, we head to the Montpelier home of writer Katherine Paterson. The award-winning author has written more than 40 books, including The Great Gilly Hopkins, Jacob Have I Loved, Bread and Roses Too, among many others. Her best-known book, Bridge to Terabithia, was adapted into a Hollywood movie in 2007. Paterson is one of only six American authors to receive the Hans Christian Andersen Award. The Library of Congress named her a ‘Living Legend' in 2000.Paterson tells us about her early life in China as the daughter of missionaries, grappling with the rush of success and making writer friends in Vermont. We'll also hear how she balanced motherhood with a burgeoning literary career.

Credits Life of Kaye is produced by me and Kaye Phipps. Thank you karaoke singers! For more information about monthly karaoke in Montpelier, I think you can find information here. Otherwise, do an internet search for Saphen Von Cabbage karaoke and hunt around. Otherwise ask me and I'll figure it out and get back to you.

For 30 years, journalist Amy Goodman has been “going to where the silence is” to report stories that the powerful would rather you not know about and the corporate media have often ignored. She has stared down armed soldiers in Nigeria, survived a massacre in East Timor, documented dogs attacking indigenous pipeline protesters in North Dakota, and been manhandled and arrested while covering the 2008 Republican National Convention. Amy Goodman is the host and executive producer of “Democracy Now!” — the award-winning independent daily news program that she co-founded in 1996. She is also my sister, and we co-wrote four bestselling books. She is the first journalist to receive the Right Livelihood Award, widely known as the “Alternative Nobel Prize,” for “developing an innovative model of truly independent grassroots political journalism that brings to millions of people the alternative voices that are often excluded by the mainstream media.” Now a new documentary film called “Steal This Story, Please!” traces Amy's career and the growth of “Democracy Now!” from a radio broadcast on nine stations into one of the leading U.S.-based independent daily news broadcasts in the world on television, radio and online. The film is directed by Oscar-nominated filmmakers Carl Deal and Tia Lessin. This week, “Steal This Story, Please!” is showing in Vermont in Burlington, Brattleboro, St. Johnsbury and Montpelier.Amy has gone to some of the places around the world where the light is dimmest, often putting herself in danger, and has been persistent in her belief that our freedom of the press is critical to a meaningful democracy at home. “The idea that movements matter, that we have to go to where the silence is as journalists. … It's often not silent. It's raucous, it's rowdy, people are organizing, but it doesn't hit the corporate media radar screen,” she said. “That's where ‘Democracy Now!' lives, and that's really where the hope is.”Last week came the development that the U.S. Department of Justice is closing its antitrust investigation into a merger that would allow Paramount Skydance to buy Warner Bros. Discovery for $110 billion, and with it countless media properties that include CBS and CNN.“People who care about war and peace, climate change, reproductive rights, LGBTQ issues, racial and economic equality are not a fringe minority, not even a silent majority, but the silenced majority — silenced by the corporate media, which is why we have to take the media back,” she said. “The media can be the greatest force for peace on Earth.”

On this episode, we travel beyond the northeast to examine South Carolina in the Revolutionary War. We examine the Siege of Charleston and compare the town's experience to that of Boston. Note that, although American forces besieged British troops in Boston, at Charleston, those roles were reversed and American forced held the city against an ultimately victorious British army. We also discuss the significance of Henry Laurens, a founding father from South Carolina who was highly regarded by John Adams. We are joined by Elizabeth Chew, CEO of the South Carolina Historical Society, and Greg Brooking, author and historian of the American Revolution in the South. At the MHS, we examine several items related to the Revolution in South Carolina and are joined by a special guest. Reference Librarian Daniel Hinchen also reprises his role as John Adams. This episode was produced in collaboration with From the Vault: The SCHS Podcast. We encourage you to listen to their upcoming episode highlighting the relationship between two founding fathers: John Adams and Henry Laurens. Learn more here. Learn more about episode objects here: https://www.masshist.org/podcast/season-5-episode-6-South-Carolina  Email us at podcast@masshist.org. Episode Special Guests: Dr. Elizabeth Chew became CEO of the South Carolina Historical Society in January 2024. A public historian, curator, and educator, she has worked at museums and history organizations for over  thirty years. Prior to arriving in Charleston, she served as Executive Vice President and Chief Curator at James Madison's Montpelier in Orange, Virginia and as Curator at Thomas Jefferson's Monticello in Charlottesville. She received a BA from Yale University, an MA from the University of London, and a Ph.D. from UNC- Chapel Hill.  Dr. Brooking is high school teacher in Fulton County, GA and the author of From Empire to Revolution: Sir James Wright and the Price of Loyalty in Georgia. Daniel Hinchen is a Reference Librarian at the Massachusetts Historical Society. This episode uses materials from: Cloudbank by Podington Bear (Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported) Psychic by Dominic Giam of Ketsa Music (licensed under a commercial non-exclusive license by the Massachusetts Historical Society through Ketsa.uk) Curious Nature by Dominic Giam of Ketsa Music (licensed under a commercial non-exclusive license by the Massachusetts Historical Society through Ketsa.uk)

Vermont Republicans are banking on one man for key state elections, some early-career doctors in the state say their pay is too low, there's more affordable housing in Waterbury and the state's strict rules about wake sports are about to get stricter. Then, meet a Montpelier-based hip hop artist who shares a sample of his solo debut. 

The Vermont Legislature adjourned for the session Friday evening after Democratic lawmakers and Gov. Phil Scott reached an agreement on education reform. Lawmakers also passed a budget bill and a yield bill to set tax rates, and Gov. Scott is expected to sign all three. To help us make sense of this sessions' hot topics are a trio of Vermont Public statehouse reporters: Peter Hirschfeld and Lola Duffort in Montpelier, and Report for America fellow Carly Berlin, who covers housing and infrastructure for Vermont Public and VTDigger.

In Episode 448, Jeff Belanger and Ray Auger explore a neighborhood in Montpelier, Vermont, searching for the former home of Dr. Lucy Cooke, better known as "Sleeping Lucy" the Clairvoyant Physician. Back in the 1860s, Lucy would place herself in a trance-like state, examine the insides of her patients, then recommend medicine based on her discoveries. Was she just a faith-healer, or the real deal? See more here: https://ournewenglandlegends.com/podcast-448-sleeping-lucy-the-clairvoyant-physician/  Listen ad-free plus get early access and bonus episodes at: https://www.patreon.com/NewEnglandLegends  Buy Jeff Belanger's new book Wicked Strange New England on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4lMkM3G  Check out Jeff's new underground publication Shadow Zine! https://shadowzine.com  Listen to Ray's Local Raydio! https://localraydio.com/ 

In this week's edition of the Capitol Recap, the latest from Montpelier from Vermont Public's Lola Duffort and Peter Hirschfeld.

Rusty Schlenk led most of the American Late Model Iron Man Series Friday night at Mansfield only to finish in the runner up spot and then went to Montpelier Speedway Saturday and won the Ultimate Heart of America Late Model feature. We speak with him on his weekend and his season. Plus all the latest racing news and results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before the Declaration of Independence, before the Constitutional Convention, colonists were already debating the meaning of a constitution — and it didn't look anything like the document we know today. Dr. Zachary Deibel, assistant professor of history at the Virginia Military Institute, joins Dr. Katie Crawford Lackey at Montpelier to trace the constitutional ideas that shaped the American Revolution. Drawing on the writings of John Dickinson, the legacy of the Glorious Revolution, and the colonial charters that defined the relationship between the King and his American subjects, Deibel unpacks why the dispute with Britain wasn't simply about taxes — it was a fundamental disagreement over the meaning of liberty itself. He also explores a theme that resonates well beyond the 18th century: when two sides decide there is nothing left to learn from each other, that's when the shooting starts. This episode is supported in part by the Virginia Law Foundation.

We're nearing the traditional end point of Vermont's legislative calendar. Adjournment at the statehouse in Montpelier is tentatively scheduled for May 29, but there's a lot left to settle before the state's part-time lawmakers head home. Throughout this legislative session you've heard lawmakers on Vermont Edition discuss these issues. Now, we get to hear from the state's top elected official, Gov. Phil Scott.

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   

Sharron Scott is the chief financial and operating officer for the Vermont State Colleges in Montpelier, Vermont. In this episode, Scott joins host Melissa Farley to talk about navigating one of public higher education's most visible financial crises, making the case for radical transparency with boards and stakeholders, and how a systems-thinking mindset shaped her approach to institutional transformation. "Protect the organization's options and protect your own," Scott says. She explains that liquidity creates space for thoughtful decision-making, while trust gives leaders the flexibility to act without triggering resistance from boards, legislatures, and the communities they serve. "Both of those things require you to be honest—really honest—early, well before conditions are going to force your hand." Scott goes on to discuss how that combination of fiscal discipline and proactive transparency became the foundation of her approach as the Vermont State Colleges climbed from eight days of cash on hand in 2020 to roughly four months of reserves by the time of this recording. Join us for a conversation with Scott as she discusses what it means to lead with a "mile wide, inch deep" knowledge base, how she learned to put people before dollars—and why that shift made the financial decisions easier—and the advice she'd give to aspiring CBOs who bring a nontraditional background to the table. Check out NACUBO's other podcasts! Career Conversations NACUBO in Brief

Calvin Cutler, WCAX Statehouse Reporter, joins Anthony & Dan to give an update on the activity in Montpelier as this year's Legislative Session comes to a close.

After months of initial planning, the Brattleboro Historical Society Board of Trustees is thrilled to announce our latest project – bringing this town's history out of storage and into the land of the light, with a museum. As you may know, BHS has developed exhibits and displays in numerous locations over the years and even in Montpelier at the Vermont Historical Society. This new project continues that tradition – but all in one place – Brattleboro's own Municipal Center hallways!

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.

In this week's edition of the Capitol Recap, the latest from Montpelier from Vermont Public's Statehouse reporter Peter Hirschfeld gets the lowdown from housing and infrastructure reporter Carly Berlin on the vote to repeal some measures in the land-use law, known as Act 181.

This episode is part of a special five-part miniseries examining James Madison's role in the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. As part of Montpelier's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence, this series is funded by a grant from the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission, in partnership with Virginia Humanities.In this final installment, Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey sits down with Chris Pasch, Montpelier's archaeology field director, to examine one of the property's most symbolically charged structures: the Temple. Built around 1810 while Madison was serving as president, this open-air classical structure draws on Greco-Roman architectural tradition to embed the ideals of Enlightenment, liberty, and self-government directly into the landscape. Pasch brings both archaeological evidence and architectural history to what the Temple reveals about Madison's world. This episode closes the miniseries with a reminder that the Temple's meaning endures: informed, active citizenship is the foundation on which the American experiment still stands.This episode is supported in part by the Virginia Law Foundation.

At both the state and federal level, there's growing momentum behind the progressive idea of new taxes on the richest Americans. Democrats in Montpelier recently revived the idea of raising taxes on high-income earners, but the effort was not successful. Vermont Public's Peter Hirschfeld shared details on what was being proposed, why it wasn't able to happen this year and why the issue is sure to bubble up in future legislative sessions. Joining us to discuss both sides were Rep. Edward "Teddy" Waszazak, a Democrat from Barre City who advocated for the tax, and Vermont tax commissioner Bill Shouldice, appointed by Gov. Phil Scott in 2025. We also heard from reporter Chris Lisinski of the CommonWealth Beacon for insight into a wealth tax enacted in Massachusetts.Broadcast live on Monday, May 4, 2026, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

In this week's edition of the Capitol Recap, the latest from Montpelier from Vermont Public's Lola Duffort and Peter Hirschfeld break down the policy – and the politics – of taxing the rich.  

The House Committee on Ways and Means has spent the last three weeks crafting proposals that would raise income taxes on households that earn more than $586,000 a year. Though the legislation has no chance of becoming law this year, some Democrats hope the debate will resonate with voters heading into the midterm elections.

In today's episode,  lawmakers in Montpelier are bracing for the governor to veto another bill, a local researcher's findings were just published on multiple sclerosis, and we'll learn if it's possible to eat affordable, healthy food that's also good for the climate.

The most significant land use law in Vermont's recent history is on the brink of major change. Key portions could be repealed, like the “road rule” and tier system.Today, we discuss the future of Act 181. The law inflamed tensions between urban and rural Vermonters. Housing and infrastructure reporter Carly Berlin catches us up on lawmakers debate over Act 181 in Montpelier. We also hear from Alex Weinhagen from the Land Use Review Board, the state agency charged with implementing Vermont's land use laws. We're also joined by farmer Neil Ryan of Corinth and land planner Ben Falk, founder of Whole Systems Design in Moretown and Rochester. Broadcast live on Monday, April 27, 2026, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments, or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

When the Constitution was drafted in 1787, women weren't explicitly excluded — they were simply not addressed. Dr. Catherine Allgor, historian and former President of the Massachusetts Historical Society, joins host Dr. Katie Crawford Lackey at Montpelier to unpack what that silence actually meant — and why it wasn't accidental.At the center of the conversation is a word every listener will want to know: coverture. The legal doctrine that erased a woman's identity at marriage — subsuming her personhood, her property, her wages, even her children into her husband — was never abolished by the Constitution or the Bill of Rights. Dr. Allgor traces coverture from the founding era through Abigail Adams's famous "Remember the Ladies" letter, the suffrage movement, and the ERA debate, arguing that its legacy is still very much alive today.A bracing, eye-opening conversation for the 250th anniversary year — and a reminder that the republican experiment is still a work in progress.This episode is supported in part by the Virginia Law Foundation.

This week we talk about the opening weekend for the AFCS sprints and the opening weekend with the All Stars at Attica the week before. We also talk about the Northern All Star Late Models at Montpelier. We cover the World of Outlaws at Tri State and the hard racing that took place.

In this week's edition of the Capitol Recap, the latest from Montpelier from Vermont Public's Lola Duffort and Peter Hirschfeld break down the politics of education reform.

In this week's edition of the Capitol Recap, the latest from Montpelier from Vermont Public's Lola Duffort and Peter Hirschfeld on how lawmakers are second-guessing a new healthcare reform law enacted last year.

"The Milkman" Ryan Sutter joins us to talk about the 2026 race season at Montpelier Speedway set to get underway this weekend. Plus all the latest racing news & results. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is part of a five-part miniseries examining James Madison's role in the American Revolution and the founding of the United States. Part of Montpelier's commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence, this series is funded by a grant from the Virginia American Revolution 250 Commission in partnership with Virginia Humanities.What does it actually take to sustain a republic — not just to build one, but to keep it alive across generations? In this episode, part of a special five-part miniseries commemorating America's 250th anniversary, Dr. Katie Crawford-Lackey speaks with Professor Colleen Sheehan of Arizona State University, one of the foremost scholars of James Madison's political thought. Drawing on her books The Mind of James Madison and James Madison and the Spirit of Republican Self-Government, Professor Sheehan explains why Madison believed the greatest threat to the republic wasn't foreign invasion or economic collapse, but something far more internal — the capacity of citizens to deliberate well, check their own impulses, and honor what Madison called a "debt of protection" we owe to one another. From the Federalist Papers to Robert Frost, this conversation illuminates why Madison remains essential to understanding what self-government actually demands of us — and what the 250th anniversary asks of us today.

Contra dancing has deep roots in New England. But it's also still evolving, from an increased emphasis on gender inclusivity to new styles of dance.Two well-known local callers help us explore the ever-changing culture of contra. Luke Donforth and Mary Wesley are both Burlington-based, but they call dances all across the region. Welsey is also the director of education and media at Vermont Folklife.This episode also includes recordings of a recent contra dance at the Capital City Grange in Montpelier.Interested in learning more about contra or trying it out for the first time? Check out one of these upcoming local dances, or find more information through the Country Dance and Song Society or trycontra.com.Broadcast live on Tuesday, Apr. 7, 2026, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

A recent U.S. Supreme Court decision has roots in Vermont and nationwide implications. The Zorn v. Linton case involved a 2015 protest in Montpelier, and Vermont State Police.We discuss the case with one of its subjects, Shela Linton of Brattleboro, and two constitutional lawyers: Jay Diaz, Civil Rights and workers compensation litigator at Darby Kolter & Roberts. He was formerly the lead advocate for qualified immunity reform with the ACLU of Vermont in Waterbury, and Jared Carter of Vermont Law and Graduate School.Then: a few days after the Mar. 11 confrontation between ICE agents and protesters in South Burlington, the Vermont House advanced a bill to allow citizens sue federal agents for alleged civil rights violations. The bill's sponsor, Rep. Martin LaLonde (D-South Burlington), also chairs the Vermont House's Ethics Committee and the Judiciary Committee.Broadcast live on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at noon; rebroadcast at 7 p.m.Have questions, comments or tips? Send us a message or check us out on Instagram.

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In this week's edition of the Capitol Recap, the latest from Montpelier from Vermont Public's Lola Duffort on property taxes and “buying down the rate.”

Happy St. Patrick's Day! The Irish have deep roots in Vermont. We'll learn about Irish immigrants' arrival in the Green Mountain State with Vincent Feeney, a Montpelier historian and co-founder of the Burlington Irish Heritage Festival. Seven Days Food writer Jordan Barry will share ideas for where to order traditional Irish food and other food news from our region.Plus, Vermont Senate leader Phil Baruth recently announced his retirement. The Chittenden County Democrat reflects on his years in state government and shares his priorities for the rest of this legislative session.

In this week's edition of the Capitol Recap, the latest from Montpelier from Vermont Public's Peter Hirschfeld and Lola Duffort on the crossover deadline, and which committees are trying to keep their legislative priorities alive.

In this week's edition of the Capitol Recap, the latest from Montpelier from Vermont Public's Peter Hirschfeld and Lola Duffort on private equity in healthcare.

Kaye Phipps lives in Montpelier, Vermont. Right now she works as a custodian at a local grocery store. She's also been a florist, a housekeeper, and a house cleaner. But even though she's sometimes working multiple jobs, she often comes up short. In this episode, Kaye talks about how having a limited income makes her feel like a child, long into adulthood.