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My Vermont

Audio and transcript of the My Vermont essays plus Vermont Edition coverage.

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VPR and NPR on your Phone

Get the latest updates from VPR and NPR news on your phone or Mobile device.

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Vermont Edition

Vermont Edition brings you news and conversation about issues affecting your life - plus a bit of the unexpected.

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Plant-A-Tree and the Global ReLeaf Campaign

Learn more about our partnership to plant-a-tree with American Forests.

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Join VPR at Fenway Park!

Unite your love for VPR and the Red Sox with a VPR trip to Fenway Park to see the Boston Red Sox play the Baltimore Orioles on Saturday, July 12th.

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Celtic Music Tour of Ireland

Join VPR and All the Traditions host Robert Resnik for a musical tour of Ireland, September 4-15, 2008.

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Commentary Series

Explore the archive of Commentaries by many of your favorite Vermonters.

VPR Commentary Series

Programs on Vermont Public Radio

Select a Program from the list below to broadcast times, archives of playlists and episodes, and more.

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All the Traditions (VPR)

1 p.m. - 4 p.m. Sunday

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

All Things Considered (VPR)

4pm-6:30pm Weekdays; 5pm-6pm Saturday and Sunday

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

American Routes (VPR)

9 p.m. - 11 p.m. Saturday

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

Assignment (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 9:00am, 12noon, 9pm; Sunday, 5pm

BBC correspondents report first-hand on events shaping the world.

BBC Newshour (VPR)

9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Weekdays

Timely, accurate, essential world news from the BBC.

BBC World Service

Overnights

International news and perspective with the BBC. Offered as a 24 hour live stream, and beginning October 1, late night and early morning on VPR.

BBC World Update (VPR)

5am-6am Weekdays

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

Bryant Park Project (VPR World Channel)

7 a.m.- 10 a.m. Weekdays, VPR World Channel

Hear what's new in public radio with NPR's new morning news program.

C.G.'s World of Music (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 1:30pm-2pm, 9:30pm-10pm

Charlie Gillett presents the best contemporary and classic tracks from across the globe.

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 4 times a year on National Public Radio stations nationwide during their Politics Takes a Holiday radio specials.

Car Talk (VPR)

10am-11am Saturday

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 with Charles Andrews (VPR Classical)

9pm - 11pm Weeknights

The world's best classical music.

Classical with Cheryl Willoughby (VPR Classical)

8 a.m. - 10 a.m. Weekdays

Join Cheryl Willoughby for lively and uplifting classics.

Classical with David Rutherford (VPR Classical)

6 a.m.-8 a.m. Weekdays, 6 a.m. - 9 a.m. Saturday (VPR Classical)

Wake up to the timeless beauty of classical music.

Classical with Gene Parrish (VPR Classical)

Midnight - 6 a.m. Saturday and Sunday

Classical music to keep you company through the night.

Classical with Joe Goetz (VPR Classical)

2pm-6pm Weekdays; 3pm-7pm beginning Dec. 3

A passionate and playful afternoon of classical music.

Classical with Kimberlea Daggy (VPR Classical)

2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday

Artists and recordings whose performances reflect the exciting, changing landscape of styles and performance practice.

Classical with Monika Vischer (VPR Classical)

2 a.m. - 6 a.m. Weekdays

Soothing, relaxing classical music for the early hours.

Classical with Pat Alexander (VPR Classical)

5 p.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday, 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday

Classical music for the casual and passionate classical music fan.

Classical with Stephanie Wendt (VPR Classical)

11 p.m. - 2 a.m. Weeknights, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday

Enjoy the world's best classical music.

Classical with Steve Blatt (VPR Classical)

Noon. - 2 p.m. Sunday

Fresh new recordings and artists highlight your Sunday afternoon.

Classical with Walter Parker

10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Weekdays (VPR Classical)

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

Classics for Kids (VPR Classical)

8:06 a.m. and 4:06 p.m. Friday

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

Close Up (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 8:30pm-9:00pm; Sunday, 1:30pm-2:00pm

Surprising insights into art and artists.

Commentary Series (VPR)

7:55am and 5:55pm Weekdays

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

Culture Shock (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 12:30pm

Tim Marlow looks at trends in cultural expression - from new ways to entertain to the next wave of telecommunications.

Day to Day (VPR)

2 p.m. - 3 p.m. Weekdays

NPR news magazine keeps you up-to-date with major news stories and intriguing features.

Election 2008 Coverage

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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.

Europe Today (BCC World Service)

Weekdays, 12Noon-1pm

In-depth coverage of European political, economic and social affairs.

Exploring Music (VPR Classical)

6pm-7pm Weeknights; 7pm-8pm beginning Dec. 3

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

Eye on the Night Sky (VPR)

4:30pm Weekdays

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 (VPR)

Throughout the day

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

Fresh Air (VPR)

3 p.m.-4 p.m. Weekdays

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 Our Own Correspondent (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 2pm, 5pm; Sunday, 9am

BBC reporters give a personal perspective on news events in their area.

From the Top (VPR Classical)

5pm-6pm Sunday (VPR Classical)

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

Global Business (BBC World Service)

Sunday, 11:00am-11:30am; Saturday, 6:00am-6:30am

The BBC's weekly business news program.

Harmonia (VPR Classical)

8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Sunday

Private and rare archival recordings of Early Music.

Hearts of Space (VPR)

11 p.m. -midnight Saturday

Contemplative music, broadly defined.

Holiday Programming (VPR Classical)

varies

Celebrate with special holiday programming on VPR Classical.

Holiday Programming (VPR)

varies

Celebrate with special holiday programming on VPR.

In Concert (VPR Classical)

8pm-10pm Weeknights

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

Interlude (VPR Classical)

12Noon - 1:30 p.m. Saturday

Peter Fox Smith presents stunning music and historic recordings.

Jazz with George Thomas (VPR)

8 p.m.-10 p.m. Monday thru Thursday; 9 p.m.-midnight Friday

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

Live Fridays at Noon (vpr.net exclusive)

12Noon-1:00pm Friday Webcast Only

New popular music performed by legendary and rising young artists.

Living on Earth (VPR)

9 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday

Environmental news and information program hosted by Steve Curwood.

Marketplace (VPR)

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

A broad and refreshing view of the business world.

Marketplace Money (VPR)

4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Saturday

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

Modern Masterpieces (VPR Classical)

10 p.m. - midnight Saturday

New recordings of world premier performances.

Morning Edition (VPR)

6 a.m.-9 a.m. Weekdays

Jump start your day with NPR's Morning Edition

My Place with Joel Najman (VPR)

8 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday

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

Newshour (BBC World Service)

Daily 8am -10am and 4pm-5pm

The BBC's daily flagship news program.

On Point (VPR)

10 a.m. - 12Noon Weekdays

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

On Screen (BBC World Service)

Sunday, 5:30am-6:00am

What's new in film, television and screen media from around the world.

On the Media (VPR)

10 a.m.-11 a m. Sunday

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

One Planet (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 6:30am -7:00am

Explores the issues and themes in the world of development and the environment.

Only a Game (VPR)

7 a.m.-8 a.m. Saturday

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

Performance Today (VPR Classical)

2pm-3pm Weekdays

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

Piano Jazz with Marian McPartland (VPR)

8 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday

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

Pipedreams (VPR Classical)

9 p.m. - 11 p.m. Sunday

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

Politics UK (BBC World Service)

Sunday, 11:30am-12Noon, 5:30pm-6:00pm

Political and policy issues in the UK.

Prairie Home Companion (VPR)

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

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

Radio Lab (VPR)

Weekdays 2pm-3pm Feb. 11-15; Sunday at 6pm Feb. 17-March 16, 2008

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

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

Reporting Religion (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 7:30pm-8:00pm; Sunday 3:30pm-4pm

Half-hour newsmagazine that analyzes the religious aspects of world news stories.

Sacred Classics (VPR Classical)

9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Sunday

Masterpieces of choral performances and writing spanning the centuries.

Saturday Afternoon at the Opera (VPR Classical)

1:30 p.m.- 5 p.m. Saturday

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

Says You! (VPR)

7 p.m.-8 p.m. Sunday

A game of words and whimsy, bluff and bluster.

Selected Shorts (VPR)

8 p.m. - 9 p.m. Sunday

Great actors bring short stories to life.

Speaking of Faith (VPR)

7 a.m. - 8 a.m. Sunday

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

Splendid Table (VPR)

3 p.m. - 4 p.m. Saturday

Explore culinary delights with host Lynne Rossetto Kasper.

Sportsworld (BBC World Service)

Saturday 10am-11am

The BBC delivers all the news, action and results of key sporting events.

Studio 360 (VPR)

4 p.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday

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

Sunday Bach (VPR Classical)

7 a.m.-8 a.m. Sunday

An all-Bach lineup with a focus on new recordings.

Switchboard

No longer in production

Archive of locally produced public affairs program.

The Baroque Show (VPR Classical)

10am-12N Sunday

Charles Andrews provides a weekly sampling of baroque music.

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 Interview (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 7:30am, 9:30am, 3:30pm, 5:30pm

In-depth, intimate interviews with interesting people from around the world.

The Story (VPR)

1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Weekdays

Real life experiences that help you understand issues of importance.

The Ticket (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 11am-12noon; Sunday, 12noon-1pm

The BBC's weekly journal through the world of arts, culture and entertainment.

The Word (BBC World Service)

Saturday, 2:30pm-3pm; Sunday, 1pm-1:30pm

Host Harriett Gilbert looks at the world of writing.

The World (VPR)

7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Weeknights

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

The World Today (BBC World Service)

Weekdays, 7pm-8pm

The latest news, interviews and on-the-spot features delivered in a friendly, relaxed style.

This American Life (VPR)

2p.m.-3 p.m. Saturday

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

Vermont Edition (VPR)

12noon-1pm Weekdays

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

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

VPR Classical Specials

occasional

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

VPR Presents (VPR)

Broadcast times vary.

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

VPR Regional News

Award-winning news coverage from Vermont Public Radio.

VPR Series and Stories

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

VPR World Channel 88.7 FM

Varies

A blend of NPR's Bryant Park Project and the BBC World Service at 88.7 in Burlington.

Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me! (VPR)

11am-12Noon Saturday

The oddly informative news quiz from NPR.

Weekend Edition (VPR)

8am-10am Saturday and Sunday

NPR's news magazine for the weekend.

Word for Word (VPR)

6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Sunday

The nation's best speeches featuring influential and insightful thinkers.

World Briefing (BBC World Service)

Weekdays 6am, 10am, 2pm, 5pm, 8pm, 10pm; Sat. 7am, 1pm, 3pm, 6pm, 8pm, 11pm; Sun. 6am, 7am, 3pm, 6pm, 8pm

The BBC brings you the latest news from around the world.

World Business Review (BBC World Service)

Sunday 9:30am-10:00am

The BBC reports on the main international business and economic stories of the week.

World Café (VPR)

12Noon - 2 p.m. Saturday

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

World Update (BBC World Service)

Weekdays, 5:00am -6:00am

The BBC's global news and current affairs program designed to brief you on the news.

World, Have Your Say (BBC World Service)

Weekdays, 1pm-2pm; Sunday, 2pm-3pm

The BBC's live global interactive program on the radio every weekday and online 24/7.

Writer's Almanac (VPR)

8:35am Weekdays

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

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