
What if you could decide what stories Vermont Public should be covering, before they're even assigned? That's the idea behind Brave Little State.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 211 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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This is a tale about what happens when a toxic industry booms and busts, the mess that’s left behind and the fight over how to clean it up.
Thanks to Morgan Pratt, Ann Fano and Carol Fano for the great questions.
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Fire departments across the country are struggling to find volunteers. But in Norwich, new recruits are lining up.
We spent a weekend at the firehouse to find out why.
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Ice is unavoidable during winter on the Champlain Islands. Surrounded on all sides by an icy expanse, islanders embrace this seasonal terrain — as a place to walk the dog, to skate and to fish.
One North Hero resident sees trucks of ice fishermen d... more
Vermont has among the weakest forms of county government in the United States, placing a big burden on towns. Is there a better way forward?
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Vermont punches above it’s weight politically & culturally today but Brave Little State helps color the rich past of Vermont’s awesome impact on history, culture, & everything from the womens’ suffrage movement to the Civil War & start of the Appalachian Trail (what I’m listening to now). Keep it up! #MakeAmericaVermont
Great 200th episode folks. You make me laugh, think and feel with every podcast. And thanks for explaining where the whale tales come from!
Love Vermon(t)and love this podcas(t)
Fantastic podcast for those who love all things Vermont 💚💚💚
Love every episode from the dump to the forests!
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The content explores unique aspects of Vermont, focusing on local stories, historical curiosities, and current societal issues. Episodes tackle a variety of engaging topics, from traditional practices like ice fishing and the significance of local road names to contemporary challenges such as halfway housing and the opioid crisis. Featuring input from listeners, the podcast fosters community engagement by allowing people to suggest questions or topics, which are then investigated and discussed. This interactive component, combined with high-quality journalism, likely makes it a go-to source for those interested in the cultural and social fabric of Vermont, as well as its historical significance and current events.
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Brave Little State launched 10 years ago and published 211 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Brave Little State include:
1. Matt Sweatt
2. Linda Cook
3. Peter Orner
4. Aaron Lampertie
5. Nathan Haddon
6. Cody Williams
7. Matt Roganski
8. Howard Weiss-Tisman
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