Truffles, bitter cocoa, and milky smooth squares -- we talk with a few small-scale chocolatiers in our region about the craft and tradition of handmade chocolates.

The whining buzz and itchy bite of mosquitoes are part of summer in our region, and intense spring floods have many people suspecting that mosquitoes will be worse than ever this season.

In the 1840s, people across Vermont and much of the northeast were preparing for judgment day. A local preacher, William Miller, had predicted that the end was coming, and that it would be sometime between March of 1843 and March of 1844.

What's driving the growth of Green Mountain Coffee Roasters in the national marketplace of specialty coffee.

We hear about the relationship between Canada and the U.S. and why it continues to work. Plus, Quebecers tell us whether they believe Montreal is French or bilingual. And VPR's Bob Kinzel provides an update on the State Legislature.

In light of the developments in Japan, we look at how Vermont Yankee would fare in a natural disaster. Plus, filmmaker Bess O'Brien discusses her new work, "Ask Us Who We Are." And we get tips on cooking with maple syrup.

The alarm clock goes off, you flip on the light switch and the automatic coffee maker starts brewing. And while these actions are simple and mundane, the electric grid that powers our everyday electric devices is a vast and complicated system.

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced March 2 that the animal known officially as the Eastern Cougar is, in fact, extinct. Decades have passed since the last confirmed sighting of a catamount in Vermont.

"Federalism" may be a word that conjures dusty text books and vague memories of 8th grade history class, but it's the cornerstone of some of the most compelling and divisive debates we have about modern issues.

Vermont has its fair share of documentary filmmakers. We look at who makes these films, how they choose their subjects and how the films get financed. Plus UVM professor Barry Guitar discusses the use of "direct therapy" to cure stuttering.

In his new book, "Your Dog Is Your Mirror: The Emotional Capacity of Our Dogs and Ourselves", Vermonter Kevin Behan says a dog's behavior is a reaction to its owner's emotions.

Harvard professor of economics William Hsiao discusses his report on reforming Vermont's health care system. Plus, VPR's Bob Kinzel previews the Legislature's reaction to the report.

As people attempt to do more with less, we delve into doing it yourself - from creating clothing with reused materials, to printing your own invitations and cards for weddings and holidays. Plus, we get a tour of the Eco-Freezer being created to keep food frozen without an external energy source.

Shelburne Museum Senior Curator Jean Burks looks back at toys, dolls and games, some that were manufactured in Vermont. Also, with the first round of data from the 2010 census just released, we look at what Vermont's results tell us. Plus we hear from an Enosburg Falls trio called Farm.

Ski resorts are focused on diversification, marketing to out of state skiers and boarders, and recruiting new people to keep the industry growing.

Governor Peter Shumlin is Bob Kinzel's guest to discuss the slate of issues and responsibilities before him, and hear from you.

Each year, the hosts of Vermont Edition invite you to recommend the songs, albums and downloads that caught your ear, made you sing out loud and dance around the kitchen. Follow the link to share your favorite music of 2010.

Obesity is rapidly approaching tobacco addiction as the leading preventable public health problem facing Vermonters. We discuss obesity with Dr. Bob McLellan of Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. Plus, VPR’s Bob Kinzel looks at Governor-elect Peter Shumlin’s new staff. And we get a peak at what goes into the official portrait of Governor Jim Douglas. 

With just weeks left to go in 2010, it's time to take stock of the best books of the year. Thursday is our winter reading show, and we want to hear from you. What were your favorites? The must reads of 2010?

On Thanksgiving Day, there's always room for a slice of pie. King Arthur Flour's Susan Reid shares expert tips on making the perfect pie. Plus we go for a walk in the woods with Mary Holland, author of "Naturally Curious." And we hear from VPR listeners about why they're thankful this year.

People who are seeking to adopt can go through long periods of waiting and anxiety before being matched with a child. And the emotions also run high for the birth parents too.

Senator Bernie Sanders discusses the election results and how they might affect what he wants to accomplish in the Senate over the next two years. And we talk to journalist Anne Galloway about a superior court ruling that Hartford police must release documents regarding an incident in which they pulled an African-American man from his own home, believing he was a burglar.

The weather’s getting colder and the leaves are falling: time for the fall bird show! Naturalist and self-described "bird diva" Bridget Butler answers questions from listeners about all things bird-related.

We examine the results of VPR's statewide poll of how Vermonters feel about the candidates and issues of this election season. Plus, we revisit a Revolutionary War raid on Royalton, 230 years ago.

Making a living as a crafts person in Vermont requires artistic talent and business sense.  We look at how crafts people are adapting to changing tastes and a challenging economy.  Also, VPR's Steve Zind talks about his time with Vermont Guard soldiers in Afghanistan.