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The Vermont Conversation with David Goodman

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Vermont
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Gaza
Israel
Climate Change
Covid-19
Democracy
Misogyny
ICE
Kamala Harris
Wealth Inequality
Political Violence
Authoritarianism
Immigration
LGBTQ Rights
Reproductive Rights
Supreme Court
Vermont Politics
Dartmouth College

The Vermont Conversation is a VTDigger podcast hosted by award-winning journalist David Goodman. It features in-depth interviews about local and national topics with politicians, activists, artists, changemakers and ordinary citizens. The Vermont Conversation is also an hour-long weekly radio program that can be heard on Wednesdays at 1 p.m. on WDEV/Radio Vermont.

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Latest Episodes

When Ben & Jerry’s ice cream held its annual Free Cone Day in April, it had to contend with an unlikely protester: Ben Cohen, the company’s co-founder, was standing on the site of the original scoop shop in Burlington, urging customers to Free Ben & ... more

Vermont journalist Jasper Craven has spent a decade investigating and exposing the culture of toxic masculinity that pervades the American military.

In 2018, he wrote a multipart exposé for VTDigger about sexual misconduct and abuse in the Vermont A... more

The documentary "Best Day Ever" features the world's first adaptive mountain bike trail network and the athletes who are changing lives.

In 2022, Allie Bianchi, a 23-year-old outdoor enthusiast and special educator from Richmond, broke her neck whil... more

When Helen Whybrow isn’t herding her flock of Icelandic sheep or in the paddock with a ewe that’s giving birth to lambs, she can be found writing. This week, this shepherd was awarded Vermont’s highest literary prize.

Whybrow received the 2025 Vermo... more

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Recent Guests

Jasper Craven
Freelance journalist focusing on military and veterans issues
Policy Fellow at the Veterans Health Care Policy Institute; Reporting Fellow at TYPE Investigations
Episode: Journalist Jasper Craven on the toxic mix of militarism and masculinity
Berne Broudy
Richmond resident, freelance print journalist, president of Richmond Mountain Trails, producer and co-director of Best Day Ever
Richmond Mountain Trails / Best Day Ever
Episode: Going fast and breaking barriers
Allie Bianchi
Richmond resident, special educator, outdoor enthusiast
Episode: Going fast and breaking barriers
Ryan Manning
C6, C7 quadriplegic, outdoor recreation enthusiast
Episode: Going fast and breaking barriers
Helen Whybrow
Author of The Salt Stones, Seasons of a Shepherd's Life; steward of Knoll Farm
Knoll Farm; Author
Episode: Shepherd, farmer and award-winning author Helen Whybrow on life, death and belonging
Sarah George
Chittenden County State's Attorney
Chittenden County State's Attorney's Office
Episode: What happens when law enforcement is lawless?
David Sirota
Journalist, founder and editor of The Lever, host of Master Plan and The Kingmakers
The Lever / Master Plan / The Kingmakers
Episode: Who made the president a king?
Mohsen Mahdawi
Palestinian student and human rights activist, Columbia University
Columbia University
Episode: ‘I am not afraid’: One year after arrest, Mohsen Mahdawi refuses to be silent
Amy Littlefield
Abortion access correspondent for The Nation
The Nation
Episode: Who killed abortion rights?

Hosts

David Goodman
Host of The Vermont Conversation, award-winning journalist with a focus on local and national topics.
Alison Bechdel
Cartoonist and Yale professor; activist and LGBTQ rights advocate.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Smart Talk, Rapid Interviews

    Excellent interviewing with well-prepared, rapid-fire questioning. Informative each listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DougFoPug
    United States5 months ago
  • Interesting topics

    I like the topics, very informative. Good journalism behind it but seems not enough to bridge the divisions in this country.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HeidiInNYC
    United States2 years ago
  • One Sided

    Interesting topics, but this show is so ridiculously one sided it may as well be propaganda.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TB12 VT
    United States4 years ago
  • Nice job covering Vermont and national issues

    David does a nice job covering from all and national issues.Civilized conversations were intelligent people. Definitely worth one’s time

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bob982vt
    United States4 years ago
  • Awesome Podcast!!!

    David, host of The Vermont Conversation Podcast, highlights all entrepreneurship, business, changemakers and more in this can’t miss podcast! The host and expert guests offer insightful advice and information that is helpful to anyone that listens!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    roweereyes
    Philippines4 years ago

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The show covers Vermont and national issues with civilized, thoughtful discourse and credible guests.
Smart interviewing and rapid-fire questioning keep episodes informative and engaging.
The host highlights entrepreneurship, changemakers, and practical guidance for listeners seeking actionable insights.
Topics are informative and well-researched with solid journalism behind them, though some listeners feel it leans one side.
Overall, listeners feel inspired to stay informed and engaged with complex public issues.
Some critics view the show as propagandistic or biased on certain topics; others praise its humanity and rigor.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Journalist Jasper Craven on the toxic mix of militarism and masculinity
Q: What does God Forgives, Brothers Don't argue about the broader implications of military education on American manhood?
The book argues that long-standing promises of military education to straighten out defects and provide brotherhood often fail, instead producing trauma, cynicism, and harm, while denying full validation to those within the system.
Journalist Jasper Craven on the toxic mix of militarism and masculinity
Q: Tell us about the 2018 Vermont National Guard investigation and what you found there.
The investigation revealed a culture of hazing, misogyny, and a top-gun fraternity style environment that led to promotions being influenced by coercive and sexualized behavior, and it spurred hearings and reforms in the Guard.
Going fast and breaking barriers
Q: Ryan, what do you want people to come away from this film knowing that they may not have known beforehand?
Ryan emphasizes that incremental changes and supportive infrastructure enable people with disabilities to participate with friends and family, reshaping perceptions and practical accessibility.
Going fast and breaking barriers
Q: Allie, why don't you start?
Allie explains the emotional and practical dimensions of returning to biking and what the Driving Range access means for independence and inclusion.
Going fast and breaking barriers
Q: So let me turn now to Allie and Ryan. And I wonder if each of you, and start with Allie, tell us about your accident and how it changed your life.
Allie describes her life-changing accident at 23 while mountain biking, the physical and emotional impact, and how adaptive trails and the Driving Range gave her and others a path back to the activities they love.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Vermont Conversation

What is The Vermont Conversation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on in-depth conversations with politicians, activists, artists, and community leaders, covering local Vermont issues as well as national topics. Episodes frequently explore climate policy, health care, civil rights, immigration, political strategy, and social movements, often weaving personal stories with broader policy analysis. A notable strength is the host's ability to pair rigorous journalism with intimate, accessible storytelling, drawing on a wide network of guests from lawmakers to activists and cultural figures. The format tends to blend timely political investigation with human-centered narratives, making it useful for listeners who want thoughtful context on how national dynamics play out in Vermont and beyond, a... more

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Recent guests on The Vermont Conversation include:

1. Jasper Craven
2. Berne Broudy
3. Allie Bianchi
4. Ryan Manning
5. Helen Whybrow
6. Sarah George
7. David Sirota
8. Mohsen Mahdawi

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