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Props 3 and 4: What to know about Vermont's proposed constitutional amendments
On Election Day, Vermonters will vote in on candidates to represent them at the local, state and national levels. But they aren’t just voting on representatives. This year's ballot also includes two proposed amendments to Vermont's constitution. Proposal 3 covers labor rights and collective bargaining. Proposal 4 deals with equal rights protections. Vermont Edition host Mikaela Lefrak asked senior political reporter Bob Kinzel about the two proposed amendments.
Oct 16
A Barre City police officer placed on leave, U-V-M medical center unions ratify their contracts, Barre officials are cautiously optimistic about the status of a city ice rink, and October’s monthly poetry segment revisits Vermont’s first Poet Laureate. The Frequency is Vermont Public's daily news podcast. Get up to speed on what's happening in Vermont, in under 15 minutes. Available every weekday morning by 6 a.m. Music for today's episode was composed by Peter Engisch. Loading...
Pro-Scott super PAC pours money into governor's race
State election officials don’t expect any federal interference at polling places on Election Day; major party candidates for Vermont’s U.S. House seat discuss election security in a recent debate; the party returning to power in Quebec wants the province to be its own country; cooler temps mean extra layers, we’ll learn more about the ‘sheep to sweater’ process; and The Friday Song looks at how some online relationships can be rather one-sided.
St. Michael’s College raids endowment to stay afloat
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Exploring Lake Champlain, above and below the surface
Vermont might be far from the ocean, but that's not an issue for local scuba divers. The waters of Lake Champlain are dark, deep and perfect for underwater adventure. Matt Cetin is the owner and captain at Dive One LLC, the only dive charter company in Burlington. Kreig Pinkham is the Training Director for the Waterfront Diving Center in Burlington. They tell us about the historic shipwrecks and aquatic life to be found below the surface.
Removing ‘forever chemicals’ from landfill wastewater
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Are twins really "in the water" in Sheldon? Brave Little State investigates.
Vermont Edition went down the rabbit hole with a recent episode of Brave Little State to find out if there really are more twins per capita in the town of Sheldon — and if so, how it happened. Two sets of Vermont twins told us about going into business together. Leah Klatzker and Rachel Klatzker, co-owners of So Full Sisters, run two food trucks as well as a Middlebury College coffee stand.
Journalist Jasper Craven on the harms of American military education
Military academies and ROTC clubs teach children and young adults — most of them boys — how to fight in war. But this education comes with its own risk of scars. Vermont-based freelance journalist Jasper Craven explores American military education in his new book, God Forgives, Brothers Don't: The Long March of Military Education and the Making of American Manhood.
New book chronicles the comeback story of Vermont forests
Around the turn of the 20th century, only 25% of Vermont was still forested. Today, that situation has completely reversed, with forests covering about three quarters of the state. Author Robert Mello helps Vermont Edition mark Earth Day 2026 with an environmental comeback story: How the Green Mountain State became green again. His new book, When the Trees Came Back: The Great Battle to Save Vermont’s Forests, is a history of the hard-won successes of local forest reformers.
Spring peepers, salamanders and other amphibious signs of spring
The sound of spring peepers tells us warmer weather is on its way. As the frogs ribbit, spotted salamanders crawl across roads to find mating spots, while turtles and snakes bask in the sun. Herpetologist Jim Andrews from Salisbury coordinates the Vermont Reptile and Amphibian Atlas. He joins Vermont Edition for our annual hour on reptiles and amphibians to offer advice on how to observe and protect our slithery, slimy friends. We also hear the sounds of some iconic spring species.
Debating the future of nuclear energy in Vermont
Vermont has a plan to stop using nuclear power by 2035. But Governor Phil Scott says we need to change course. To discuss the future of nuclear power in Vermont, we're joined by the state’s public service commissioner Kerrick Johnson, and Ben Edgerly Walsh, Climate and Energy Program Director of Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG). Johnson says today’s standards are too inflexible and that nuclear would lower energy costs for Vermonters.
More than 100 years of Farmers Night shows at the Vt. Statehouse
During the legislative session, Vermont’s Statehouse is usually full of heated debate, gaveling and other sounds of lawmaking. But on Wednesday nights, legislators cede the dais to musicians and artists for the Farmers Night series. David Schutz, Vermont’s longtime state curator,joins Vermont Edition to look back at the origins of the series. Rep. Mary-Katherine Stone (P/D-Burlington) shares a preview of this year’s lineup and talks about the value of bringing the arts directly to the House Chamber.
Class Perceptions
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Caprecap: Education reform debate slams into historic obstacles in Montpelier
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Starting a farm with no land or equity
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How Vermont animals survive freezing temps
There are a few different types of people when it comes to winter. There are migrators — the snowbirds, the Florida folk. There's the active bunch — the ones who, when you complain about winter, they cry out, "But have you even tried cross country skiing?" And then there are the hibernators — the bookworms, stew cookers, knitters and tea drinkers. Animals' winter survival strategies fall along similar lines.
Sustaining ski season in a changing climate
Ski season is not immune to the impacts of climate change. This seasonal activity and other outdoor leisure activities will require adaptation to withstand warming Northeast winters. Dr. Caitlin Hicks Pries, associate professor of biological sciences at Dartmouth College, discusses her research on the surprising ecosystem impacts of snow loss.
The road ahead for Vermont's climate superfund law
Vermont passed the Climate Superfund Act in 2024, allowing the state to sue fossil fuel companies for damage caused by climate change over the past 30 years. Legal challenges from the Trump administration and the oil industry soon followed. Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark gives an update on where those legal challenges stand today. Then, Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak explains the process for tallying exactly how much money the state will aim to collect from fossil fuel companies.
Winooski superintendent speaks up for immigrants - himself included
The Winooski School District’s superintendent, Wilmer Chavarria, has emerged this year as an outspoken advocate for immigrant families in his city, which is the most diverse municipality in Vermont. Chavarria first made national headlines this summer after he was detained by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in Texas after visiting family in Nicaragua. Last week he testified on Capitol Hill about his detention, and also filed a lawsuit against federal authorities.
Winter book recommendations from Vermont Edition
There’s not much sunlight right now – the winter solstice is around the corner. Bookworms across the region are flicking on their reading lights, pulling up their blankets, and cracking open their books. On our annual winter books show, we compile reading recommendations from Vermont Public staff, listeners and a panel of bookworms.
Find the perfect Vermont gift with our annual winter gift guide
Our region is teeming with holiday markets where shoppers can find the perfect holiday gift, share in community and support local artists and makers. This year's Vermont Edition gift guide show goes behind the scenes of some of the state's holiday fairs: Julia Tadlock, founder of Brattleboro Flea, tells us about the crafts, books, food and more that shoppers can expect to find at downtown Brattleboro's pop-up Market on Main.
Preventing and healing from sports-related brain injuries
Vermont ranks as one of the most active states in the country, according to the CDC. It makes sense for a state filled with mountains, trails, and a huge lake. Outdoor activities keep our population healthy, but some of the most beloved activities pose risks, especially to our brains, like hockey, climbing, skiing, and snowboarding. We hear tips from injury prevention expert Tara Grenier on how to lower your risk of brain injury, including the proper way to wear a helmet.
Yo-Yo Ma performs with local and Indigenous artists in the Upper Valley
On Saturday, Oct. 18th, the world-famous cellist Yo-Yo Ma sat down on a folding chair in the grass near the banks of the Connecticut River. It was dawn in Hanover, New Hampshire, and mist was rising off the water. He took a deep breath, then began to play. This was "We Are Water," a special series of performances inspired by the waterways of the north. It was part of the reopening celebrations for Dartmouth’s Hopkins Center for the Arts, which just completed a three-year renovation.
Windham County author explores how the ultra-rich shape everyday life
The ultra rich might seem like they live on a different planet, yet their choices affect every part of our society — from school funding to down to your dog’s vet bill. That's the premise of Chuck Collins' new book, "Burned by Billionaires: How Concentrated Wealth and Power Are Ruining Our Lives and Planet." Collins writes that the ultra-wealthy wield significant power over tax policy, affecting public services like schools and healthcare.
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