
Good conversation that takes its time, hosted by Erica Heilman.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 322 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Personal JournalsSociety & CulturePlaces & Travel | |||

I met Arwa and Habib Meiloud because they’re Anne’s kids and Anne works at the post office in the village here in East Calais. They live in the house right across the road from the post office. Arwa and Habib’s father is from Mauritania and lives out... more
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 ... more
Jules Guillemette grew up on their family farm in Lamoille County, Vermont, which has been in the family nearly 100 years. Since then, Jules has worked as a chef, a meat cutter and now they're an electrician. In this episode, we talk about what it me... more
What Class are You? is a periodic series I make for Vermont Public, which started back in 2022. I wanted to talk with people about growing political and cultural divides without talking about politics or cultural divides. I had no idea how to do it. ... more
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I am consistently blown away by the insights people share in the “What Class Are You?” series. We don’t always get the opportunity to hear folks give their most honest feelings about their lives and experiences. People astonish me. Kay, for instance, is so self aware and so good at expression. I found myself thinking ‘how is this person not the school principal instead of a custodian?’ What a difference it might make to the kids if they had someone like Kay influencing their education. And Jules... more
Listening to the back catalog of Rumble Strip I’m immediately reminded why I come back- conversations with people who give surprising insights with emotion and depth, and questions which make me stop to quietly reflect. Thanks for this wonderful podcast and how it adds kindness, love and depth to a world which spends a lot of time yelling.
I really enjoy the style and important, meaningful content. But I find that the sound levels are disproportionate; I have my headphones adjusted as low as I can to hear the narration and then suddenly I am blasted by sound effects. After noticing this is the norm, I find that I am on edge while listening and so am not able. 😔
Best podcast on the internet! I like to listen while I’m out walking my dog. Once the episode is over, I take out my earbuds and just think!
Normally podcasts serve as entertainment for me while I do repetitive chores or walk the dogs. One minute into this and I had to sit and focus my full attention on it. Vaughn Hood’s an amazing man and tells his story extraordinarily well. The music is perfect. Erica has produced something everyone should hear.
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Conversations center around the intersections of class, identity, and community in a relatable manner, often featuring stories and perspectives from diverse individuals. Episodes explore personal experiences with financial struggles, social dynamics, and the emotional complexities of rural life, particularly set against the backdrop of Vermont. The narratives are authentic and aim to connect listeners to the humanity behind each story, making it a reflective space for those interested in deeper social issues and local culture. The unique storytelling style combines humor, warmth, and introspection, offering valuable insights into the lives of everyday people.
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Recent guests on Rumble Strip include:
1. Jules Guillemette
2. Trudy Richmond
3. Bryan Pfeiffer
4. Clare Dolan
5. Holly Rae Taylor
6. Alison Bechdel
7. Deb Fleischman
8. Annie Greensfelder
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