Vermont Viewpoint

Senator John Benson talks about joining the legislature in the middle of the session, his first campaign as an incumbent, and the work he’s doing on behalf of the people of Orange County, including recent developments with the Two Rivers Regional Planning Commission.
https://bensonforvtsenate.com

Then House candidate Nicholas Dilorenzo covers business creation and accountability in Education

Nicholas DiLorenzo (@salohcin.oznerolid)

Chief Master Sergeant Daniel W. Dickerson is the Command Chief Master Sergeant for the 158th Fighter Wing, South Burlington, Vermont. He is the commander’s key enlisted advocate and advisor on all enlisted matters related to force utilization, mission effectiveness, training, development, and morale for over 1,000 personnel. He ensures the commander’s directions and policies are carried out, and Airmen understand and are dedicated to the unit’s missions.

Nick Fortin Wildlife Biologist - Deer Project Leader, Rutland Office
has been working with the department since 2015. Nick is the department's head deer biologist and is responsible for all aspects of deer management in the state of Vermont. He is a member of the Big Game Team, providing input on the management of other hunted species. He also works on state lands, managing habitat for a wide variety of species.

Zach Weight is a Candidate for Franklin County State’s Attorney Democrat/Republican
Experience 12+ Years in Criminal Law
Current Role Deputy State’s Attorney, Washington County

Guests:

Jody Emerson: Superintendent, Central Vermont Career Center District 

Jonathan West: Chair, Bennington County Democrats and Member, Manchester Select Board.

Conor Casey: State Representative (WAS-4)

Originally broadcast: Friday, October 23, 2026

Guests include Ariel Bolles, Tim Ashe, Senate candidate Nikhil Goyal, and State Rep Brian Cina.

Originally broadcast - Thursday, October 22, 2026

AJ Kierstead, host of the New England Take Podcast, rejoins the show to breakdown the final weeks of campaigning in New Hampshire’s Senate race, who has the best chance at victory, and whether the surrogate strategy will work or backfire for candidates.

Representative Gina Galfetti updates listeners about the final weeks of the campaign season, what is at stake for Vermonters, what are the solutions to VT’s biggest problems, her race for Speaker of the House, and why the status quo of a VT progressive majority can’t solve Vermonters concerns.

Jon Ebel, Senior Trainer with Americans for Prosperity, dives into the tactics used during campaigns to influence voters. What tactics actually work, which don’t, and why timing is everything.

Paul Craney, Executive Director of the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance, breaks down the race for Massachusetts Governor; why the race his closer than it appears, the messages the candidates are using to gain support, and the questions on the ballot for Massachusetts voters.