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486 episodes
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Date created
2020/03/31
Latest episode
2026/11/13
Average duration
12 min.
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2 days

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Vermont Public's daily news podcast. Get up to speed on what's happening every day in Vermont in under 15 minutes. Available every weekday morning by 6 a.m.

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The latest stats on homelessness in Vermont
2026/11/13
This year’s “point-in-time” count shows slightly fewer Vermonters are experiencing homelessness; the man convicted of shooting three Palestinian men asks the court for a new trial; tourists to the Green Mountain State spend less and shorten stays Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Annual count finds slight decline in homelessness in Vermont Explore local music with Vermont Public’s Friday Song This episode of The Frequency is hosted by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show; Stephanie Colombini edits. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Carly Berlin, Mikaela Lefrak, Liam Elder-Connors, Derek Brouwer, Howard Weiss-Tisman and The New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
New memorial honoring WWII vets unveiled in Rutland
2026/11/11
New measles cases appear connected in Vermont; minimum wage increase in The Green Mountain State; a new granite memorial honoring World War II veterans is unveiled in Rutland. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Vermont health officials confirm measles cases in Orleans County Rutland to unveil long-awaited World War II memorial honoring the 'Greatest Generation' Veterans Day events planned across Vermont include ceremonies, parades and luncheons This episode of The Frequency is hosted by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show; Stephanie Colombini edits. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Bob Kinzel, Liam Elder-Connors, Mikaela Lefrak, Nina Keck and The New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
Measles cases confirmed in Vermont
2026/11/10
The Vermont Department of Health confirmed cases of measles in Orleans County; A bit of relief for Vermont teachers signing up for health insurance; Scott administration senior officials retiring this month; how Green Mountain State high school football teams fared after semi-finals weekend; how a local college celebrated the Diwali holiday Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Vermont health officials confirm measles cases in Orleans County Veterans Day events planned across Vermont include ceremonies, parades and luncheons One regional college’s Diwali celebration This episode of The Frequency is hosted by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show; Stephanie Colombini edits. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Lola Duffort, Abagael Giles, Nathaniel Wilson and The New England News Collaborative Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
How many Vermont businesses are using AI?
2026/11/09
What Vermont’s two senators see as the top issues in front of the majority Democratic-led House and Senate in Washington; how many Vermont businesses are employing some sort of artificial intelligence in their workflow?; how a town’s tax collecting methods can reveal things about its character. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Survey: Half of Vermont businesses hiked prices this yearThis episode of The Frequency is hosted by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show; Stephanie Colombini edits. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Bob Kinzel, Derek Brouwer and The New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
Vermont sets all-time record with midterm voter turnout
2026/11/06
More Election Day results from our region, like how some Vermont towns voted on adding new local option taxes to raise revenue; what does the ‘blue tsunami’ look like in the Green Mountain State?; a local family permanently conserves a large tract of land in the Upper Valley. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Vermont voters smash midterm turnout record  Democrats retake supermajorities in the Vermont Legislature Voters largely reject local option tax questions in 3 towns 301 acres in Newbury will be conserved forever Princess Nostalgia’s newly reworked song This episode of The Frequency is hosted by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show; Stephanie Colombini edits. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Bob Kinzel, Peter Hirscheld, Howard Wiess-Tisman and Abagael Giles and The New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
Scott and the supermajority
2026/11/05
What Gov. Scott’s reelection and a restored Democratic supermajority in the legislature means for Vermont; Franklin County voters rejected a controversial former state's attorney’s bid to return to office and more election analysis. Plus, a longtime arts advocate and former legislator in the Green Mountain State has died. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Nearly-impeached prosecutor loses second bid for Franklin County state's attorney  Sarah George wins Chittenden County state’s attorney race In Rutland County, an independent unseats a Republican senator under fire  Key Democratic state leaders win third terms  This episode of The Frequency is hosted by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show; Stephanie Colombini edits. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Pete Hirschfeld, Nina Keck, Mark Davis, Bryan Parmalee, Jenn Jarecki and the New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
The results are in: Vermont’s 2026 elections
2026/11/04
We share the latest election results and hear from voters and candidates around the state. Plus, crews work to suppress a wildfire in New Hampshire and a new skatepark could be coming to Rutland. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Phil Scott wins historic 6th term as Vermont governor  Molly Gray unseats John Rogers in Vermont lieutenant governor’s race U.S. Rep Becca Balint wins reelection Follow more of Vermont Public's election coverage  This episode of The Frequency is hosted by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show; Stephanie Colombini edits. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from the Vermont Public newsroom and the New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
Election Day in Vermont
2026/11/03
It’s Election Day and Vermonters are casting votes for governor and other offices; Vermont currently has the lowest foreclosure rate in the country; the Green Mountain State’s historical society gains a treasure trove from Vermont’s music scene; another small Vermont town rejects changes to its Town Meeting Day. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Follow Vermont Public's live election coverage  A last-minute voter’s guide to the Vermont election This episode of The Frequency is hosted by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show; Stephanie Colombini edits. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Nina Keck, Mitch Wertlieb, The New England News Collaborative and The University of Vermont News Service. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
The state of the Vermont governor’s race
2026/11/02
A new walk-in clinic in Rutland County opens as an alternative to the Emergency Department; voters in one Bennington County town to decide on a housing project; several resources for disabled Vermonters voting in-person on Election Day; the state of the governor’s race in The Green Mountain State.  Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Phil Scott built a broad coalition. Now it's showing cracks Election 2026 resources This episode of The Frequency is hosted and edited by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Nina Keck, Carly Berlin, Howard Weiss-Tisman,  Abagael Giles, Pete Hirschfeld and with additional reporting from the New England News Collaboration.  Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
A trip to a haunted barn in Washington County
2026/10/30
A rocky start to the state’s school merger process; Dartmouth College’s provost resigns after violating the school’s AI policies; more federal disaster aid flowing into Vermont communities; a trip to a haunted barn. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Former Franklin County prosecutor says her dog, who bit people and pets, has been euthanized Rutland County senator pleads not guilty to domestic assault charge We’re Here! To Kill’s, “Guillotine” is The Friday Song Vermont Public Election 2026 coverage and voter resources This episode of The Frequency is hosted and edited by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Peter Hirschfeld, Howard Weiss-Tisman, Liam Elder-Connors, and The New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
How gubernatorial candidates would make housing affordable
2026/10/29
Early ballots flowing into town clerks' offices all across the Green Mountain State; a record number of new students are enrolled at Vermont State University for the fall semester; a bad year for the state’s beechnut crop means some Vermont wildlife will look elsewhere for alternative food options before winter. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Build or tax? Vermont’s governor candidates emphasize different elements of housing policy Vermont Public’s Election 2026 coverage This episode of The Frequency is hosted and edited by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Carly Berlin, Bob Kinzel, Howard Weiss-Tisman, and Mark Davis with additional reporting from The New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
Nearly-impeached prosecutor asks voters for a second chance
2026/10/28
Significant changes are coming to Medicaid in the new year but Vermont health care advocates say there’s no need to full-on panic; a nearly-impeached prosecutor asks voters in Franklin County for another chance; a new treatment to a popular Vermont lake has shown improvements in cyanobacteria blooms this year. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Prosecutor who was nearly impeached asks Franklin County voters for a second chance Vermont will try a different attack on cyanobacteria at state’s only ‘lake in crisis’ How will Medicaid changes affect Vermonters? Vermont Public Election 2026 This episode of The Frequency is hosted, edited and produced by Mary Engisch. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Liam Elder-Connors, Abagael Giles, Mikaela Lefrak, Jenn Jarecki and Adiah Gholston. Additional reporting provided by The New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
Vermont nonprofits rolled back racial equity loans
2026/10/27
Several nonprofit organizations in the Green Mountain State have quietly rolled back loan programs for Vermonters of color; no data centers in New England… so far; and an apple cider party in Lamoille County that uses an old-school “one-lunger” engine to press the fruit. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Fearing Trump, Vermont nonprofits rolled back racial equity loans In small town Vermont, making apple cider is a community endeavor Vermont election 2026: Look up who's on your ballot and where to vote This episode of The Frequency is hosted and edited by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Derek Brouwer, Bob Kinzel, Mikaela Lefrak, Erica Heilman and the New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
Low-income Vermonters to receive home-heating help
2026/10/26
Climate change accelerates in Vermont; town clerks statewide prep to block federal law enforcement officials from potentially seizing voting machines on Election Day; a recent art installation that included free haircuts. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Scott, lawmakers approve $15.3M to help cover heating oil costs for low-income Vermonters 'Vermont is not a climate refuge': UVM researchers release new climate assessment 2026 election interviews: Vermont treasurer Vermont election 2026: Look up who's on your ballot and where to vote Free haircuts in an art gallery? This installation is more than a snip off the top This episode of The Frequency is hosted and edited by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Peter Hirschfeld, Abagael Giles, Bob Kinzel and The New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.
A cordial debate
2026/10/23
Candidates for Vermont’s next governor face off in a debate and were … cordial?; nearly 30% of Vermont’s registered voters cast ballots in early voting; one of the largest tech companies in the Green Mountain State announced layoffs this week; a clothing designer and video director tries his hand at original music. Have feedback about the show? Drop us a line: [email protected]  Read more on some of the stories in today’s show: Vermont Public's 2026 governor debate Scott and Janoo differ on healthcare, school consolidation and taxes in first debate The Friday Song from Vermont Public This episode of The Frequency is hosted and edited by Mary Engisch. Adiah Gholston produces and reports for the show. Peter Engisch composed our theme music. Additional reporting today from: Peter Hirschfeld, Bob Kinzel and Derek Brouwer and the New England News Collaborative. Want even more Vermont news? Sign up for The Frequency newsletter Follow @vermontpublic on Instagram Visit vermontpublic.org Make a gift to support Vermont Public The Frequency is a production of Vermont Public.

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4.7 out of 5
111 reviews
★★★★☆
commander kang 2025/12/17
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More current events & weather etc I work nights so no evening news
★★★★★
Landsax 2024/11/15
A respite from NPR
Thanks so much for this podcast I can’t stand listening to Morning Edition or ATC Anymore But I can keep up with the news important to me and VT than...
★★★★★
kamiller2987 2023/06/23
Exactly what I need!
Just the highlights with a deeper dive into a single topic or story.
★★★★☆
WilliamWellsBrown 2023/05/09
Good info but too progressive
This podcast is great if you are interested in Vermont’s daily news! I myself do not live in Vermont but I’ve always been fascinated by it. However, i...
★★★★★
LSMcCarth 2023/02/26
When other morning shows are doomy and gloomy
I turned to this morning news show during the pandemic when others became too overly negative to wake up to. This it a welcome and pragmatic way to g...
★★★★★
maestrovt 2022/11/27
Great resource for Vermonters
Thanks for the great reporting
★★★★★
Ollie6189 2022/04/05
I listen every morning
Love the podcast. I listen every weekday.
★★★★☆
Mom in vt 2022/03/16
Enjoy it with coffee
The Frequency is part of my morning routine, and I would really miss it if I skipped a day. Only occasionally do they replay a VPR segment- normally i...
★★★★★
Jdlg717 2022/01/10
Great podcast
Excellent hosts and great variety of topics
★★★★★
prag_matist 2021/11/16
Love the podcast
It is a great daily podcast to stay connected to Vermont. There is a range reporting from multipart investigations to everyday stories of Vermonters. ...
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