Rephonic
Artwork for Vermont Public News Podcast

Vermont Public News Podcast

Vermont Public
Vermont
Climate Change
Tiny Desk Contest
Burlington
Vermont Public
Act 73
Phil Scott
Mental Health
Farming
Chittenden County
American Class System
University Of Vermont Community News Service
Homelessness
University Of Vermont
Love
FEMA
Health Insurance
Drought
Socioeconomic Status
Governor Phil Scott

Local news, reporting and newscasts from Vermont Public

39 ratings
PublishesDailyEpisodes234Founded15 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
News

Listen to this Podcast

Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on CastboxListen on Podcast AddictListen on Pocket CastsListen on OvercastListen on YouTube MusicListen on RSS
Artwork for Vermont Public News Podcast
 Guests Hosts Reviews Talking Points

Latest Episodes

Sen. Bernie Sanders on why his attention has turned to AI

Vermont Public News Podcast en www.vermontpublic.org/podcast/vermont-public-news Thu, 11 Jun 2026 15:23:52 -0400 Vermont Public false Vermont Public News Podcast Vermont Public webmaster@vpr.net Vermont Public episodic Sen. Bernie Sanders on ... more

11 Jun 2026 • 4 min • Most popular

Burlington-area rental market cools off, bringing some relief for tenants

A dramatic jump in new apartments in Chittenden County and a dip in demand have contributed to the rising vacancy rate.

11 Jun 2026 • 4 min

Ladies' Day at Vermont Quick Lube

Wednesdays are Ladies' Day at Vermont Quick Lube, which means a flower and a free car wash.

8 Jun 2026 • 6 min

Scientists are injecting elm trees with a killer fungus to save them

Scientists with the Nature Conservancy and Forest Service have been raising American elms that are bred to be resistant to Dutch elm disease at two sites in Vermont. Now, they’re injecting them with the fungus to see what happens.

3 Jun 2026 • 3 min

Key Facts

Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Brave Little State
Brave Little StateVermont Public
Vermont Edition
Vermont EditionVermont Public
The Frequency
The FrequencyVermont Public
Letters from an American
Letters from an AmericanHeather Cox Richardson
The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
The Weekly Show with Jon StewartComedy Central

Recent Guests

Leila Wilson
Forest Service scientist
U.S. Forest Service
Episode: Scientists are injecting elm trees with a killer fungus to save them
Gus Goodwin
Scientist from the Nature Conservancy
Nature Conservancy
Episode: Scientists are injecting elm trees with a killer fungus to save them
Paxton Hosmer
Student on the job site
St. Johnsbury Academy CTE/Student
Episode: St. Johnsbury gets a new food co-op and local students help make it possible
Meredith Roy
Student on the job site
St. Johnsbury Academy CTE/Student
Episode: St. Johnsbury gets a new food co-op and local students help make it possible
Landon Maskell
Student on the job site
St. Johnsbury Academy CTE/Student
Episode: St. Johnsbury gets a new food co-op and local students help make it possible
Ryan Richard
Student on the job site
St. Johnsbury Academy CTE/Student
Episode: St. Johnsbury gets a new food co-op and local students help make it possible
Eva Hubby
Student on the job site
St. Johnsbury Academy CTE/Student
Episode: St. Johnsbury gets a new food co-op and local students help make it possible
Caleb Crown
Student on the job site
St. Johnsbury Academy CTE/Student
Episode: St. Johnsbury gets a new food co-op and local students help make it possible
Evan Whitehead
Student on the job site
St. Johnsbury Academy CTE/Student
Episode: St. Johnsbury gets a new food co-op and local students help make it possible

Hosts

Lola DeFour
Host and Vermont Public State House reporter; capstone coverage across Capitol segments and public reporting
Peter Hirschfeld
Co-host and Vermont Public State House reporter; frequent Capitol Recap host and legislative analyst
Carly Berlin
Reporter covering land-use policy and housing; provides historical and policy context
Jen
Morning Edition host; guides interviews and segments, provides newsroom perspective
Erica Heilman
Host of Vermont Public News Podcast; contributes reporting and analysis

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Ayden

    The Podcasts really great and I hope more people listen to it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    $$$ffffffffff
    United States5 years ago
  • Good content but it’s too quiet

    This podcast sounds like whispers compared to the other podcasts I listen to. I can barely make out what they’re saying over the rumble of the road while I’m driving. I can’t turn up the volume because once this podcast and the next one ends up being really loud.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    aerophisher
    United States5 years ago
  • Play the entire thing.

    Half the time they don’t even update the morning vpr sessions. Very disappointing when that happens

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    SethW2014
    United States5 years ago
  • Wonderful

    Vermont is a very progressive state at and the podcast reflects it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    luckybear14
    United States5 years ago
  • Terrible

    Pure progressive propaganda

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    the real Krypto Man
    United States5 years ago
Embed These Reviews on a Website

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests are generally seen as knowledgeable and well-prepared for Vermont policy topics.
Some listeners feel production levels (volume/clarity) vary by episode and can be improved.
The reporting is valued for local, on-the-ground context.

Top News Podcasts

The Daily
The DailyThe New York Times
Up First from NPR
Up First from NPRNPR
The Megyn Kelly Show
The Megyn Kelly ShowSiriusXM
Pod Save America
Pod Save AmericaPod Save America
The Ben Shapiro Show
The Ben Shapiro ShowThe Daily Wire
The Tucker Carlson Show
The Tucker Carlson ShowTucker Carlson Network
Serial
SerialSerial Productions & The New York Times
The Bulwark Podcast
The Bulwark PodcastThe Bulwark
Candace
CandaceCandace Owens
The MeidasTouch Podcast
The MeidasTouch PodcastMeidasTouch Network

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A Vermont landlord pursues debts from tenants. His wife now helps write eviction law
Q: What did your team find in the court records regarding debt collection and eviction actions?
Records show persistent pursuit of unpaid rent and damages, with many judgments issued, sometimes tied to high interest, and a few cases where tenants were involved in disputes over habitability and deposits.
A Vermont landlord pursues debts from tenants. His wife now helps write eviction law
Q: How does Representative Dolgin view her dual role as landlord and legislator?
She says there is no conflict of interest, views her real-life landlord experience as a policy asset, and believes the House-passed rent-related bill does not sufficiently rebalance Vermont's rental laws toward landlords.
A Vermont landlord pursues debts from tenants. His wife now helps write eviction law
Q: Can you start us off with some backstory here? Who are the Dolgins?
The Dolgins are a landlord-and-spouse duo involved in a rental business, with Debbie Dolgin serving as a first-term state representative on the housing committee; Steve Dolgin handles property management and has a track record of housing policy viewpoints.
Hardwick wrestles with the future of one of its ailing dams
Q: Are there any outside funding sources that the utility or the town could use to get this project done?
Abigail describes a mix of potential funding sources, including about $4 million set aside by state lawmakers, but notes that this is far smaller than the overall removal costs. They would likely need a combination of federal funds, state funds, and fundraising, but money remains a major obstacle.
Hardwick wrestles with the future of one of its ailing dams
Q: So you've been reporting on how this is playing out at Hardwick with one of the dams there. Will you tell us a bit about that dam and what's going on with it?
Abigail explains that the Jackson Dam is an aging, non-powered, concrete structure with a long crack and foundation issues. It has a history of overtopping and is considered a significant hazard, but there is no imminent failure. The core tension is about whether to repair or remove it, given regulatory changes and funding challenges.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont Public News Podcast

What is Vermont Public News Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A state-focused news program with a steady mix of political, policy, and regional issue reporting. Episodes frequently analyze Vermont governance, education reform, environmental policy, infrastructure, housing, and climate adaptation, often featuring reporters on the Capitol beat and guests from government, advocacy groups, and local institutions. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on Vermont-specific policy dynamics, hands-on reporting from communities (schools, towns, rural infrastructure), and expert context from climate, health, and housing specialists. The show is likely helpful for listeners who want both timely political updates and in-depth background on how local decisions affect everyday life in Vermont.

Where can I find podcast stats for Vermont Public News Podcast?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Vermont Public News Podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Vermont Public News Podcast and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Vermont Public News Podcast get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Vermont Public News Podcast, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Vermont Public News Podcast?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Vermont Public News Podcast, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Vermont Public News Podcast have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Vermont Public News Podcast has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Vermont Public News Podcast?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Vermont Public News Podcast:

1. Brave Little State
2. Vermont Edition
3. The Frequency
4. Letters from an American
5. The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

How many episodes of Vermont Public News Podcast are there?

Vermont Public News Podcast launched 15 years ago and published 234 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Vermont Public News Podcast?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Vermont Public News Podcast?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Vermont Public News Podcast from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Vermont Public News Podcast?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Vermont Public News Podcast. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Vermont Public News Podcast?

Recent guests on Vermont Public News Podcast include:

1. Leila Wilson
2. Gus Goodwin
3. Paxton Hosmer
4. Meredith Roy
5. Landon Maskell
6. Ryan Richard
7. Eva Hubby
8. Caleb Crown

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days