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VPR Classical Now Available on PEGTV in Rutland County

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Programs on Vermont Public Radio

Choose a program below for details about that program, including broadcast time and archives (if available).  Visit the Schedule pages to view the schedules for VPR and VPR Classical.

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A Conversation with Robin Turnau

An occasional program on VPR

Vermont Public Radio President Robin Turnau answers your questions and responds to comments and suggestions about VPR and VPR Classical during live call-in programs several times a year.

A Prairie Home Companion

Live, 6 p.m.-8 p.m. Saturday; Rebroadcast 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sunday on VPR

Garrison Keillor hosts two hours of comedy sketches and music, ending with his signature monologue, "The News from Lake Wobegon."

All the Traditions

1 p.m.-4 p.m. Sunday on VPR

Robert Resnik is your host for folk music and details on upcoming performances in the VPR listening area.

All Things Considered

4 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Weekdays; 5 p.m.-6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday on VPR

Hosts Robert Siegel, Michele Norris, and Melissa Block present NPR's mix of news, interviews, commentaries, reviews, and offbeat features.

American Routes

9 p.m.-11 p.m. Saturday on VPR

Musical journeys through American music, from blues to klezmer to roots rock.

BBC Newshour

9 a.m.-10 a.m. Weekdays on VPR

Timely, accurate, essential world news from the BBC.

BBC World Service

Overnights on VPR

International news and perspective with the BBC. Offered as a 24-hour live stream, and airs late night and early morning on VPR.

BBC World Update

5 a.m.-6 a.m. Weekdays on VPR

Your daily briefing on news of the world from the world's most respected news source, the BBC.

Capitol Steps

Occasional specials on VPR

The Capitol Steps began as a group of Senate staffers who set out to satirize the very people and places that employed them. They've been featured on NBC, CBS, ABC, and PBS, and can be heard four times a year on National Public Radio stations nationwide during their Politics Takes a Holiday radio specials.

Car Talk

10 a.m.-11 a.m. Saturday on VPR

Imagine the Marx Brothers answering questions about automobiles. Picture Monty Python trying to imitate car noises. Think of A.J. Foyt telling someone how to open the car hood. Mix it all up, throw in a little Dr. Ruth and a little Smothers Brothers, and you've got Car Talk.

Classical Music with Alison Young

10 p.m.-1 a.m. Wednesday, Thursday on VPR Classical

Classical Music with Alison Young

Classical Music with Bob Christiansen

Sun 11p-12a; Mon & Tues 10p-1a; Fri 10p-1a; Sat 6p-12a on VPR Classical

Classical Music with Bob Christiansen

Classical Music with Cheryl Willoughby

8 a.m.-10 a.m. Weekdays on VPR Classical

Join Cheryl Willoughby for lively and uplifting classics.

Classical Music with Gillian Martin

6 a.m.-12 p.m. Saturday on VPR Classical

Classical Music with Gillian Martin

Classical Music with Joe Goetz

3 p.m.-7 p.m. Weekdays on VPR Classical

A passionate and playful afternoon of classical music.

Classical Music with John Zech

6 a.m.-8 a.m. Weekdays on VPR Classical

Classical Music with John Zech

Classical Music with Lynn Warfel

7 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday, Sunday on VPR Classical

Lynne Warfel returns to a 24-year radio career after a four-year hiatus.

Classical Music with Mindy Ratner

12 noon-5 p.m. Sunday on VPR Classical

Classical Music with Mindy Ratner

Classical Music with Scott Blankenship

1 a.m.- 6 a.m. Tuesday on VPR Classical

Classical Music with Scott Blankenship

Classical Music with Valerie Kahler

7 p.m.-1 a.m. Sunday on VPR Classical

Valerie Kahler came to the Classical 24 team after more than a decade as a classical host and music director at KNAU in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Classical Music with Walter Parker

10 a.m.-2 p.m. Weekdays on VPR Classical

The best in classical music, from familiar favorites, to little-known gems.

Classical Music with Ward Jacobson

1 a.m.-6 a.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday on VPR Classical

Classical Music with Ward Jacobson

Classics for Kids

8:06 a.m. and 4:06 p.m. Friday on VPR Classical

Classical music's great composers come to life through music and stories.

Commentary Series

7:55 a.m. and 5:55 p.m. Weekdays on VPR

Perspective and opinion about current events, topics of interest, and a showcase for writers and storytellers.

Election 2008 Coverage

Times vary; check schedule on VPR

Vermont Public Radio is your source for ongoing NPR election coverage and extensive regional election coverage. Keep checking here for upcoming coverage or to listen on demand if you missed the broadcast.

Exploring Music

7 p.m.-8 p.m. Weeknights on VPR Classical

Bill McLaughlin guides you through a new musical theme each week.

Eye on the Night Sky

4:30 p.m. Weekdays on VPR

Mark Breen is your guide to help you find and observe constellations and other objects visible to the eye in the night sky.

Eye on the Sky

Throughout the day on VPR

Region-wide, detailed weather information complemented by science, history, astronomy, and lore.

Fresh Air

3 p.m.-4 p.m. Weekdays on VPR

In-depth interviews as well as reviews and commentaries on film, books, language, television, and jazz, pop, and classical music with host Terry Gross.

From the Top

5 p.m.-6 p.m. Sunday on VPR Classical

A weekly showcase of the nation's most outstanding young classical musicians, hosted by pianist Christopher O'Riley.

Harmonia

6 a.m.-7 a.m. Sunday on VPR Classical

Private and rare archival recordings of Early Music.

Hearts of Space

11 p.m.-Midnight Saturday on VPR

Contemplative music, broadly defined.

Here & Now

1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Weekdays on VPR

Here & Now is an energetic news magazine that combines the best in journalism with intelligent, broad-ranging discussions. The fast-paced program updates the news from the morning and adds important conversations on public policy and foreign affairs, science and technology. Each hour-long program also boasts special features on the arts and culture.

Holiday Programming

Varies

Celebrate with special holiday programming on VPR and VPR Classical.

In Concert @ 8

8 p.m.-10 p.m. Weeknights on VPR Classical

Today's top musicians, in performances from the world's best concert halls.

Interlude

12 noon to 1 p.m. Saturday on VPR Classical

Peter Fox Smith presents stunning music and historic recordings.

Jazz with George Thomas

9 p.m.-11 p.m. Monday-Thursday; 10 p.m.-Midnight Friday on VPR

From Sarah Vaughn to Joshua Redman...the best in jazz with host George Thomas.

Living on Earth

9 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday on VPR

Environmental news and information program hosted by Steve Curwood.

Marketplace

6:50 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Weekdays on VPR

A broad and refreshing view of the business world.

Marketplace Money

1 p.m.-2 p.m. Saturday on VPR

Smart topics, expert advice, and information for your financial well-being.

Morning Edition

6 a.m.-9 a.m. Weekdays on VPR

Jump start your day with NPR's Morning Edition.

My Place with Joel Najman

8 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday on VPR

'50s and '60s Rock'n' Roll music and its curious history with host Joel Najman.

On Point

10 a.m.-12 noon Weekdays on VPR

In-depth conversation and compelling personal reactions to news and important issues with host Tom Ashbrook.

On the Media

10 a.m.-11 a.m. Sunday on VPR

On the Media decodes the media barrage with wit, analysis, and savvy.

Only a Game

7 a.m.-8 a.m. Saturday on VPR

A sound-rich, weekly tour of the world of sports for sports fans and sports avoiders alike.

Performance Today

2 p.m.-3 p.m. Weekdays on VPR Classical

Live concerts by famous artists in concert halls around the globe, plus interviews, news, and features.

Piano Jazz with Marian McPartland

8 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday on VPR

Legendary pianist Marian McPartland welcomes a stellar line-up of jazz artists for conversation and improvisation.

Pipedreams

9 p.m.-11 p.m. Sunday on VPR Classical

The pipe organ is the exclusive focus of this weekly program.

Radio Lab

Occasional specials on VPR

Radio Lab is an experiential investigation of One Big Idea, using a patchwork of sound and style. Hosts Robert Krulwich and Jad Abumrad create a program that allows science to fuse with culture and information to sound like music.

Reactionline

Occasional on VPR, VPR Classical

Share your thoughts with Vermont Public Radio President and General Manager Mark Vogelzang during this live call-in program.

Saturday Afternoon at the Opera

1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Saturday on VPR Classical

Spend Saturday afternoon with the MET Opera and Peter Fox Smith.

Says You!

7 p.m.-8 p.m. Sunday on VPR

A game of words and whimsy, bluff and bluster.

Selected Shorts

8 p.m.-9 p.m. Sunday on VPR

Great actors bring short stories to life.

Speaking of Faith

7 a.m.-8 a.m. Sunday on VPR

Public radio's conversation about religion, meaning, ethics, and ideas.

Studio 360

4 p.m.-5 p.m. Sunday on VPR

Kurt Anderson explores art's creative influence and transformative power in everyday life with richly textured stories and insightful conversation.

Sunday Bach

7 a.m.-8 a.m. Sunday on VPR Classical

Sunday Bach ended its run on Sunday April 12, 2009.

Sunday Baroque

8 a.m.-11 a.m. on Sunday on VPR Classical

VPR Classical welcomes the return of Sunday Baroque with Suzanne Bona, Sunday mornings starting at 8.

Switchboard

No longer in production on VPR

Archive of locally produced public affairs program.

The Future of Classical Music (vpr.net exclusive)

On demand, web site exclusive

A VPR panel discussion exploring the future of classical music and music education.

The Moth Radio Hour

Occasional series on VPR

The Moth Radio Hour features true stories told live on stage without scripts, notes, props, or accompaniment. Listen to this occasional series for humorous, heartbreaking, and poignant tales told with honesty, bravery, and wit.

The Sound of Young America

4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday on VPR

A public radio show about things that are awesome.

The Splendid Table

Noon Saturday on VPR

Explore culinary delights with host Lynne Rossetto Kasper.

The Story

2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Weekdays on VPR

Real life experiences that help you understand issues of importance.

The World

7 p.m.-8 p.m. Weeknights on VPR

Host Lisa Mullins guides you through major issues and stories, linking global events directly to American concerns.

This American Life

6 p.m.-7 p.m. Sunday on VPR

Ira Glass' weekly program describing and documenting contemporary American life.

Vermont Edition

12 Noon and 7 p.m. Weekdays on VPR

News and conversation about issues affecting your life - plus a bit of the unexpected.

Vermont Symphony Orchestra - Musically Speaking (vpr.net exclusive)

Occasional

An informal discussion previewing an upcoming VSO concert.

VPR Classical

24 hours a day on VPR Classical

VPR Classical is Vermont Public Radio's 24-hour, all classical music network.

VPR Classical Specials

Occasional on VPR Classical

VPR Classical sometimes spotlights a special artist or occasion throughout the day.

VPR News

on VPR

Award-winning news coverage from Vermont Public Radio.

VPR Presents

Broadcast times vary on VPR

VPR's occasional series featuring compelling thoughts and ideas from a wide variety of people.

VPR Series and Stories

on VPR

VPR's series of in-depth reporting on major stories in our region.

VPR Specials

on VPR

VPR Specials features multi-part series, documentaries and unique programs produced in conjunction with Vermont Public Radio.  These series air throughout the year for brief periods of time.

Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me!

11 a.m.-12 noon Saturday

The oddly informative news quiz from NPR.

Web Extras

Occasionally On-air but mostly Online on VPR.net

This is where you'll find extra online content and programming of all sorts.  Check back here often as we expand the Web Extras!

Weekend Edition

8 a.m.-10 a.m. Saturday and Sunday on VPR

NPR's news magazine for the weekend.

World Café

2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday on VPR

David Dye hosts this premier showcase of blues, rock, world, folk, and alternative country.

Writer's Almanac

8:35 a.m. Weekdays on VPR

Garrison Keillor recounts the highlights of that day in history and reads a short poem or two.

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