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Brave Little State

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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.

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Investigating far-right extremism in northern New York

March 21, 2024 14:54 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MB

This week, a story from our neighbors at North Country Public Radio. If All Else Fails is a recent podcast about the growing presence — and threat — of far-right extremism in northern New York, and the voters and local law enforcement that are engaging with the movement there. You can learn more about the series here. That’s also where you can find photos from NCPR’s reporting, and listen to the rest of the series. Heads up: The show contains some harsh language and some listeners might fi...

What impact does the VAST trail have on Vermont's economy?

March 07, 2024 19:39 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MB

The Vermont Association of Snow Travelers, better known as VAST, maintains more than 6,000 miles of snowmobile trails across the state. Today, snowmobiling is one of the top contributors to Vermont’s winter economy. But for a sport so dependent on reliable snow, the future is uncertain. The majority of VAST trails are on private land. One of those landowners is winning question-asker Barb Huibregtse of Danville, who asks:  “What is the impact of the VAST trail on Vermont’s economy?” Find ...

What is the Upper Valley?

February 23, 2024 16:21 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MB

A smattering of Vermont and New Hampshire towns on either side of the Connecticut River are known collectively as the “Upper Valley.” We set out to learn more about the origin of that phrase, and what makes the Upper Valley a geographic and cultural outlier. Our mission comes from question-asker David Watts, of Norwich: “What is the Upper Valley? And how did it get its name?” Find the web version of this episode here.   This episode was reported and produced by Josh Crane. Editing and a...

How do Vermont libraries stay alive and vibrant?

February 08, 2024 20:37 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Vermont is home to almost 200 independent and locally funded libraries. This means they each must evolve to meet the unique needs of their communities with sometimes limited resources. That got listener Diane Church of Fairlee wondering: “How do our public libraries manage to stay alive and vibrant in this age of technology?” Vermont Public’s Sabine Poux and Andrea Laurion visit two of Vermont’s libraries to see how things are going.   Find the web version of this episode here.   This e...

What relationships are possible between Burlington and her sister cities, Bethlehem and Arad?

January 25, 2024 21:16 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MB

Burlington has sister cities all over the world — including in Nicaragua, Mississippi and Japan. Winning question-asker Peg Clement is curious about the city's relationship with two, in particular: Bethlehem, in the West Bank, and Arad, in Israel.  Find the web version of this episode here. The Burlington-Bethlehem-Arad sister city committee holds public meetings on the first Monday of every month in Burlington’s Miller Center. You can find more information here. Additional resources: NP...

Why do people like Phish? (Encore)

January 04, 2024 19:50 - 55 minutes - 50.8 MB

We journey into the weird world of Vermont's favorite jam band to explore the culture of "phandom” and Phish’s early roots in our brave little state. We originally released this episode in 2021. In it, Ethan Weinstein of South Woodstock asks: “Why do people like Phish? And how did they become such a big part of Vermont music culture?” (Heads up: There’s a bit of profanity in this episode, and some discussion of drugs and drug culture.) To see photos of Phish from their early Vermont days,...

How are towns hit by summer floods doing?

December 21, 2023 20:44 - 39 minutes - 54.4 MB

Volunteers were still pumping water out of basements from the July floods when another round of flooding hit this week. Vermonters on the front lines say the frequency of these events point to the need for more durable solutions. On this episode of Brave Little State, a question from Sophi Veltrop, of Woodbury: "How are towns hit by 2023 flooding doing? What locally-driven solutions are helping those most harmed and setting the stage to rebuild better?" Reporter Pete Hirschfeld talks to s...

What’s the deal with Act 250?

December 07, 2023 20:22 - 40 minutes - 36.7 MB

Vermont’s pastoral, small town charm didn’t just happen out of thin air. It’s been legislated. And it’s especially baked into one really important Vermont law — Act 250. But as Vermont changes, there’s an increasing push for Act 250 to change with it.  That’s why Danielle Laberge of Wells submitted this winning question to Brave Little State:  “What's the deal with Act 250, Vermont's signature land-use law? Why is it important and what's changing?” Reporter Sabine Poux digs into the story...

What effect has noncitizen voting had in the Vermont cities where it's legal?

November 16, 2023 20:55 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

In recent years, Winooski, Montpelier and Burlington made it possible for all legal residents to vote — including asylum seekers, refugees and green card holders like our winning question-asker, Charlotte Blend. Charlotte has been excited to vote on local issues and she’s curious about the impact of the rule changes in the towns where it’s now legal.  Reporter Mikaela Lefrak talks to new Vermont voters — and a lot of city clerks — about how the at-times controversial changes in local electi...

Raising biracial kids — and preserving heritage — in Vermont

November 03, 2023 20:13 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

We met Sweeney Grabin at a Brave Little State mixer last year, right after she moved to South Burlington with her husband and her baby, Maya. She wants to know how other parents with biracial kids are maintaining their heritage in one of the country’s whitest states. Myra Flynn turns to old friends and her own experiences to answer Sweeney’s question. You can find a full transcript of this episode here. Also, check out Myra’s show, Homegoings, for more deep dives into race and identity. M...

Recognized: Chapter Three

October 19, 2023 20:20 - 38 minutes - 34.8 MB

Who gets to decide who is Abenaki? Vermont’s four state-recognized tribes — and the state recognition law — have different definitions and criteria for what it means to be Indigenous than many Indigenous Nations. In this episode, we look at this disconnect, and lay out what’s at stake, including power, money and authority.   This is Chapter Three of “Recognized,” a special series from Brave Little State. Chapters One and Two are available right now in this podcast feed. Find a transcript of...

Recognized: Chapter Two

October 19, 2023 20:18 - 41 minutes - 38.2 MB

After the original group of self-proclaimed Vermont Abenaki failed to gain federal recognition, Vermont lawmakers created a state recognition process of their own. One theory in particular informed the state’s consideration: that Abenaki peoples hid in Vermont to avoid persecution, including statewide eugenics policies. In this episode, we look at recent evidence, as well as older reports, that cast doubt on this narrative. This is Chapter Two of “Recognized,” a special series from Brave Li...

Recognized: Chapter One

October 19, 2023 20:16 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Two Abenaki First Nations in Canada contest the legitimacy of the four groups recognized by the state of Vermont as Abenaki tribes. This is a dispute that goes back at least two decades, and has gained more prominence in recent years. In this episode, we trace Abenaki history up to 2003, when Odanak First Nation first denounced Vermont groups claiming to be Abenaki. This is Chapter One of “Recognized,” a special series from Brave Little State. Chapters Two and Three are available right now ...

Why are so few Hollywood movies and TV shows filmed in Vermont?

October 05, 2023 17:57 - 8 minutes - 8.11 MB

The smash hit Netflix series Wednesday takes place in Jericho … and was filmed in Romania. Megan Matthers of Sutton wants to know — why?  Mae Nagusky learns about the barriers keeping Hollywood from setting up shop here, and why things used to be different. Check out the web version of this story here. This episode was reported and produced by Mae Nagusky. Editing and additional production from Josh Crane, Sabine Poux, Angela Evancie and Myra Flynn. Ty Gibbons composed our theme music. O...

What’s the deal with Vermont’s fire towers?

September 21, 2023 21:30 - 29 minutes - 27.5 MB

Wesley Davis grew up in the woods of Mount Holly. But there was always one place where he could get high above the trees: the fire tower on top of nearby Ludlow Mountain, at Okemo. He’s been curious to learn more about the history of these remote towers scattered across Vermont peaks ever since. Reporter Sabine Poux searches for answers in the early 1900s, when timberland owners and railroads ruled the Vermont landscape. And, she arrives at the doorstep of a couple that found a lifetime of ...

What if Vermont were to buy motels for emergency housing?

September 07, 2023 17:18 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

During the pandemic, Daniel Luttrel heard a lot about how Vermont was renting rooms at hotels and motels to shelter people. And he heard that the state was using a lot of money to do it. So, he asked: “Can’t we just buy them?” Reporter Liam Elder-Connors digs into Vermont’s motel housing program, and learns that Daniel’s question has been asked by everyone from housing advocates to those in charge of the motel program itself. He also meets current and former motel residents to get a better ...

Our 6th Annual Brief History Of Vermont Road Names

August 24, 2023 19:12 - 36 minutes - 32.9 MB

Every summer, we delve into the history behind unusual road names around the state — as voted on by you. This year’s show took us to Tigertown Road in Norwich, Hateful Hill Road in Wallingford and Gerts Knob Road in Underhill. Thanks to this year’s question-askers: Claudia Marieb, Sarah Aubry and Judy Raineault. You can find photos from our reporting at the web version of this episode. Check out our previous brief histories of Vermont road names: 2018: States Prison Hollow Road, Poor Farm...

From gold mines to witch windows (Encore)

August 10, 2023 14:10 - 23 minutes - 21.1 MB

Instead of taking on one of your questions about Vermont, we’re taking on three — in a kind of local history lightning round. We explore those crooked windows you see on Vermont farmhouses, Vermont’s defunct gold mines and the history of Burlington’s Church Street. (This episode was originally released in 2017.)

What is it like to be a rapper in Vermont?

July 27, 2023 20:16 - 29 minutes - 27 MB

“Something was always telling me poetry is your purpose. Being an artist, you know, with the power of words, is your purpose. I was just scared of it.” Omega Jade grew up in church choir in San Diego — far from destined to become one of the most unique voices in Vermont’s rap scene. This episode focuses on her journey, and the rise of rap in the Green Mountain State. Thanks to Jeremy Buente for the great question: “Who are some current Vermont rappers? And what's it like to be a rapper in ...

What 'old streams' can teach us about flooding

July 14, 2023 18:50 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MB

Just as we were putting the finishing touches on an episode about Vermont rivers and streams, historic flooding ravaged the state. Our rivers weren’t always this fast, deep or powerful — we made them this way. And efforts to bring them closer to a more natural state are vital to build future resiliency.   Visit vermontpublic.org/flood for ongoing reporting about the flooding and recovery efforts. And check out the web version of this episode here. Thanks to Gus Goodwin of East Montpelier f...

What do families do when they're stuck on waitlists for child care?

June 22, 2023 21:44 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB

Julie Cadwallader Staub is curious about the families who are on waiting lists for child care. “What decisions are they forced to make? How are they managing?” To answer Julie’s question, we visit with four families in wait list limbo, and learn about the tradeoffs they’re making. To see photos of the families we featured today, head to our website. This episode was a true team effort, with reporting, producing and mixing by all of us – Mae Nagusky, Josh Crane, Myra Flynn, and Angela Evan...

How do you pronounce the name of the Waitsfield supermarket ‘Mehuron’s’?

June 16, 2023 19:23 - 8 minutes - 7.7 MB

One of the most common genres of questions we get has to do with local dialect and pronunciation. Today, thanks to question-asker Noah Waxman of Starksboro, we help settle a regional debate involving a beloved market in Central Vermont. Check out the web version of this episode to see photos from our reporting. Thanks to all the people who spoke to us outside the market: Brooke Haynes, Jo Palmer, Niclas Thein, Gail Helmer, Brian Albrecht, Karen Rookwood, Toby Bellows, Scout Vitko and Dick ...

Student Takeover

June 08, 2023 18:15 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

In honor of graduation season, we’re featuring local stories from high school and college students — all on the theme of “change.” (Heads up, this episode contains a few un-bleeped swears.) You can find the web version of this episode here. A big thanks and good luck to the students whose work we shared today: Emma Ginsberg, Samantha Watson, Bre Glover and Addey Lilley. Thanks to the University of Vermont, Dartmouth College and Harwood Union High School for supporting audio journalism, and...

The nickname Barre would like you to stop using

May 25, 2023 14:29 - 38 minutes - 35 MB

When Tim Rapczynski moved to Barre City, he was caught off guard by a nickname he heard some people use to describe the place: “Scary Barre.” So he asked us about its origin. To find the answer, we confront classism, social stigma — and the role of the media. Thanks to Tim Rapczynski for the great question. You can find photos from our reporting, as well as a full episode transcript, in the web version of this episode. Amanda Gustin, the Barre City resident who left the voicemail at the top...

5 Vermonters talk about guns

May 11, 2023 15:12 - 48 minutes - 65.9 MB

A question from a listener prompts a different kind of conversation about guns. Reporter Erica Heilman talks with five Vermonters about how their lives have been impacted by them, and why they have them. Content warning: This episode contains conversation about suicide, domestic and sexual violence; profanity; substance abuse and gun violence, which might be difficult for some to hear.  If you or someone you know is struggling with thoughts of suicide, help is available. Just dial 988 to t...

What’s the deal with intentional living communities in Vermont?

April 27, 2023 16:30 - 36 minutes - 33.2 MB

Ella Wegman-Lawless has done her fair share of communal and intentional living in Vermont. She wondered: “How much of Vermont as a place cultivates that?” So she asked us: “Does Vermont have a high number of communes, and if so, what’s the deal?”  To answer Ella’s question, reporter Mae Nagusky surveys intentional living communities in Vermont, past and present: communes, co-ops, eco-villages and the like. If your mind immediately goes to the peace and free love hippies of the ‘60s and ‘70...

Where did all Vermont’s stone walls come from?

April 13, 2023 13:34 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

A few years ago, Jack Widness of Wilmington and Malcolm Moore of Marlboro were part of a crew clearing trails on Hogback Mountain. They noticed stone walls “all over the place, going up at steep angles, very close to the tops of the mountain.” So Jack and Malcolm asked us: “For what purpose did our Vermont forbears do all the hard work of building stone walls in such different and unusual locations?” When we announced this winning question, a lot of you were like, “Come on, it’s totally be...

What has put Vermont on the pop culture map?

March 23, 2023 17:30 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MB

Musician Noah Kahan wrote “Stick Season” after moving back home to Vermont during the pandemic. Now, it’s a worldwide sensation, and listener Sara Morin is wondering what else has made Vermont culturally relevant. So, grab a pint of Phish Food and crack open your favorite local beverage, or go for a wander through the woods wearing homemade mittens — whatever you have to do to get ready for a pop culture edition of Brave Little State. Check out our web feature for photos and a breakdown of...

How many Airbnbs are 'taking away' from Vermonters? It's complicated

March 09, 2023 22:19 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MB

Christiana Martin wants to know how much short-term rentals, such as Airbnbs, are exacerbating Vermont’s housing crisis. We survey the data, and visit two Vermont neighborhoods — Decatur Street in Burlington and Gorham Drive in Kirby — to find out how communities across the state are responding to a growing industry. Thanks to Christiana for the great question. To explore the data from this episode, and see photos from Josh’s reporting, check out our web feature. Josh Crane reported and pr...

How much does Vermont's power grid depend on fossil fuels?

February 16, 2023 21:19 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

So, your electricity rates are rising. Oil and gas costs … also rising. This led Remington Nevin of Quechee to wonder if Vermont’s electricity is truly as environmentally friendly as some claim it is. Turns out, the answer is complicated.  Climate and environment reporter Abagael Giles provides an education in our power grid and explores how Vermont could generate more renewable energy in the future. Additional resources: Find out how you can participate in the Vermont Department of Publi...

How has the geology of Vermont affected its character? (Encore)

February 02, 2023 14:30 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MB

Matt “Beagle” Bourgault wants to know how Vermont’s bedrock and soil shaped our identity — and made us different from our neighbors.  We originally released this episode in 2017. A lot has changed since then, but our geologic history has not. To see maps showing the “folds” and “blobs” in our local bedrock, check out our web feature.  Related listening: Vermont vs. New Hampshire: What’s the beef? (Brave Little State, 2021) Geology is destiny (NEXT New England, 2017) Lynne McCrea edited...

The complexities of medical aid in dying in Vermont

January 19, 2023 21:34 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

If you live in Vermont, and you have a terminal illness, where and when you die could be up to you. Charlie Bestard of Hartland asked us about the state’s medical aid in dying law: How many Vermonters have used it, and how does the medical establishment view it? To see photos of the Fitch sisters, and their parents, Stanley and Elaine, check out our web feature. Additional listening, from our Vermont Edition colleagues: Connecticut patient sues Vermont over residency mandate in aid-in-dyin...

Homegoings #7: Liza Phillip

January 06, 2023 00:35 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

Paintbrushes and blank canvases helped Burlington artist Liza Phillip love their biracial identity. Now, they paint colorful genderless monsters and sing songs on the ukulele to celebrate life beyond traditional binaries. Find original artwork related to this episode at bravelittlestate.org. This is the latest installment of Homegoings, a series from Brave Little State that features conversations with Vermont artists of color. Find the full series here.  Also, we have exciting news! On Fe...

Why doesn’t Vermont have freestanding birth centers?

December 22, 2022 20:33 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MB

Vermont is the only state in the Northeast without a freestanding birth center. We dig into the reasons why, and talk to folks who are pushing for change. To see the inside of a freestanding birth center, and some super cute baby photos, check out the web feature for this episode. Special thanks to Scott Fleishman, Gail Zatz, Peter Hirschfeld and all the midwives and birthing peoples who trusted us with their stories. This episode was reported by Joia Putnoi, with mix and sound design by ...

What happened to all the restaurant workers?

December 01, 2022 17:46 - 34 minutes - 31.1 MB

Many Vermont restaurants are understaffed and struggling to stay open. Khrista Trerotola of Waitsfield wants to know, “What happened to all the restaurant workers? Where have they gone? And what are they doing now?” To answer Khrista’s question, Josh Crane tells the story of one restaurant, from the very beginning to the end of an era. Also, he finds out what the people who used to work there are up to now. To see photos from Josh’s reporting, check out our digital story. Josh Crane repor...

How do Vermont breweries manage their wastewater?

November 17, 2022 17:57 - 39 minutes - 54.6 MB

Vermont has the most breweries per capita. But the more beer they brew, the more they have to deal with their wastewater.  Caleb Henderson of Winooski asked us this: “Breweries and cideries were in the news a few years ago for the wastewater. How are they mitigating their waste now? Has it improved?” Reporter Howard Weiss-Tisman learns how breweries — and communities — are grappling with this issue in different ways. And in many respects, Vermont is ahead of the curve.  To see photos from...

What’s the Asian American experience like in Vermont?

November 04, 2022 18:36 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MB

On Anna Costello’s first visit to Vermont, she was surprised by the large number of Chinese restaurants compared to the seemingly small number of Asian Americans. So, she asked us: "What’s the Asian American experience like in Vermont?" To find the answer, Myra Flynn learns to make bao, tours an Asian market, and talks to some of the leaders within this quiet but booming community here in Vermont. Check out lots of photos from Myra’s reporting in our web feature.  Myra Flynn reported this...

What role did Vermont play during Prohibition?

October 20, 2022 18:08 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

When the federal government banned alcohol in 1920, Vermonters took matters into their own hands. We head to the Northeast Kingdom to collect stories of cross-border bars, liquor hidden in baby bottles and potato cellar robbery. Thanks to Nathan Bangs for the great question. Check out old photos from Prohibition-era Vermont in our web feature.  Want to have a say in which question we tackle in an upcoming episode? Vote here! Kevin Trevellyan reported this episode. Josh Crane produced it, ...

What's the secret to downtown revitalization?

October 06, 2022 19:46 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

A listener asked us how White River Junction became such a thriving place, “when it used to be so bleak.” We talk to some of the people behind the transformation. To see photos of White River Junction, check out our web feature. This year’s Gory Daze Halloween Parade is on Saturday, October 29. Find more info here. Angela Evancie reported and produced this episode, with help and editing from the rest of the Brave Little State team: Myra Flynn, Josh Crane and Mae Nagusky. Music in this epis...

How did Vermont profit from slavery?

September 22, 2022 16:48 - 25 minutes - 35.3 MB

“Vermont was the first state to abolish slavery.” That’s the common refrain around here. Except, the history is more complicated. Reporter Lexi Krupp answers a question from Peter Langella about this oft-misunderstood history, and explores how the legacy of slavery is still reverberating in Vermont today. Check out the web version of this story for photos and additional resources from Lexi’s reporting. And thanks to Peter Langella for the great question. Recommended episodes from the BLS a...

Telling Indigenous stories through music

September 08, 2022 18:03 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

Question-asker David Hess was curious about Native stories that speak to the Vermont landscape. Enter Mali Obomsawin’s new album, Sweet Tooth. Across three movements, she blends Wabanaki music with free jazz, and ancient stories with new ones, all of which offers a unique look at the land called Vermont. Check out the web version of this episode to see photos and music from Mali Obomsawin. And thanks to David Hess for the great question. Josh Crane reported this episode. Mix and sound desi...

What did the sale of the Lake Monsters mean for Vermont baseball?

August 17, 2022 15:31 - 27 minutes - 24.9 MB

The sale of the Vermont Lake Monsters in 2021 would bring lots of changes. In some ways, it’s a story of renewal. But the more things change, the more they stay the same. Reporter Liam Elder-Connors walks us through the changes since the sale, and the traditions that have remained. Check out the web version of this story for photos from our reporting. And thanks to Emma Ramirez-Richer for the great question. Liam Elder-Connors reported this episode. Mix and sound design by Angela Evancie....

Why do people leave Vermont?

August 04, 2022 16:53 - 35 minutes - 48.5 MB

We hear from former Vermonters about their love/hate relationship with our state, why they left and what it would take for them to come back. Check out the web version of this story for photos from our reporting. And thanks to My Le Goel for the great question. Myra Flynn reported this episode and did the mix and sound design. Editing and additional production from the Brave Little State team: Angela Evancie, Josh Crane and Myra Flynn. Ty Gibbons composed our theme music; other music by Bl...

What’s Vermont’s small-town dating scene like?

July 21, 2022 16:48 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

A question about finding companionship in the Green Mountain State – from wide-eyed hopefuls to frustrated giver-uppers. Plus, a love story. Thanks to Silas Olsen for the great question. To see photos from this episode, check out our web feature. This episode was reported by Anna Van Dine and produced by Josh Crane. Mix and sound design by Josh Crane. Editing and additional production by the Brave Little State team: Angela Evancie, Myra Flynn and Josh Crane. Ty Gibbons composed our theme m...

Our 5th Annual Brief History of Vermont Road Names

July 07, 2022 19:21 - 29 minutes - 26.8 MB

Every summer, we trek across Vermont to uncover the origins of bizarre road names of your choosing. This year’s installment includes Iranistan Road in Burlington, Snipe Island Road in Jericho and … a bit of a wildcard. Thanks to this year’s question-askers: Ali Jalili, David Boyle, Sam Graulty and Katie Ruffe. And special thanks to Ken Picard, Carol McGranahan, Gary Irish, Wright Preston, Harriet Riggs, and Amy Tatko. Check out our previous road name histories: 2018: States Prison ...

What's the status of cannabis dispensaries in Vermont?

June 24, 2022 19:48 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MB

Vermont’s first recreational cannabis dispensaries are set to open to the public on October 1, 2022. Reporter Bob Kinzel walks us through how we got here and how the new cannabis marketplace will work. Check out photos from Bob’s reporting on our web feature. Bob Kinzel reported this episode. Myra Flynn produced it, and she also did the mix and sound design. Editing and additional production from Josh Crane and Angela Evancie. Ty Gibbons composed our theme music; other music by Blue Dot Se...

What’s it like to hike the Long Trail? (Encore)

June 09, 2022 18:53 - 31 minutes - 29 MB

To answer this question from Eliza Keller, we go deep into the woods — and deep into a hiker hostel in downtown Rutland. We originally released this episode in 2018.

When the Space Race (and arms dealing) came to the NEK

May 19, 2022 15:50 - 51 minutes - 47.3 MB

A chapter of Northeast Kingdom history that is most mysterious. A man whose talent and ambition led him down a perilous path. To answer a question from Eric Lucier of Jay, Henry Epp tells the story of the Space Research Corporation and its founder, Gerald Bull.

How are people who moved to Vermont during the pandemic doing now?

May 05, 2022 15:51 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Vermont has been a popular destination for those who’ve relocated during the pandemic. But, how are they doing? We check in with some who made the move to see how they’re adjusting to their new lives.

How can older Vermonters 'age in place'?

April 21, 2022 18:40 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

Most older Vermonters would rather stay in their homes than move to a nursing home or assisted living facility. We survey the obstacles to — and strategies for — aging in place.

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