Vpr Switchboard

Switchboard for April 19, 2007 from VPR. We talk with a panel of experts about mysteries of autism and how it affects families, schools and the individuals who live with the diagnosis. Hosted by Fran Stoddard.

Switchboard for April 17, 2007 from VPR. We talk with Lee and hear about his book, "Baseball Eccentrics," and discuss the start to the 2007 season. Hosted by Mitch Wertlieb.

Switchboard for April 12, 2007 from VPR. We talk about the trash we create, the landfills that try to contain it, and how we can cut down on household and commercial waste. Hosted by Fran Stoddard.

Switchboard for April 10, 2007 from VPR. A few dozen Vermont towns have voted in favor of Congress impeaching President Bush. We talk with people on both sides of the impeachment question, and hear analysis from several legal and political observers. Hosted by Bob Kinzel.

Switchboard for April 5, 2007 from VPR. The Governor and legislative leaders have been at odds over education spending. We talk with Governor Jim Douglas about this and other issues facing lawmakers. Hosted by Bob Kinzel.

Switchboard for April 3, 2007 from VPR. Architects and builders are putting more focus on energy-efficiency and environmental principles. We explore how houses and factory spaces can minimize their environmental impact and fit with their surroundings. Hosted by Fran Stoddard.

Switchboard for March 29, 2007 from VPR. Vermont's corrections system is facing several challenges, including an increasing prison population and difficulties for inmates when they re-enter the community. We talk with Corrections Commissioner Rob Hofmann and Senator Dick Sears, chair of the Senate Judiciary Committee. Hosted by Fran Stoddard.

Switchboard for March 27, 2007 from VPR. Republican leaders at the Statehouse give their evaluation of the work of the 2007 Legislature. We talk with House minority leader Steve Adams and Senate minority leader Bill Doyle. Hosted by Bob Kinzel.

Switchboard for March 22, 2007 from VPR. We talk about women in Vermont history with guests Susan Ouellette, from Saint Michael's College; Deborah Clifford, a writer on women in Vermont history; and Judith Irving of the Vermont Women's History Project. Hosted by Fran Stoddard.

Switchboard for March 20, 2007 from VPR. We talk with the chairs of the House and Senate Natural Resources Committees about what kind of climate change legislation the two chambers will produce. Hosted by Bob Kinzel.

Switchboard for March 15, 2007 from VPR. We talk with the Eye on the Sky guys about the weather. Hosted by Fran Stoddard.

Switchboard for March 13, 2007 from VPR. We talk with legislators who are reviewing end of life legislation. Hosted by Bob Kinzel.

Switchboard for March 8, 2007 from VPR. We talk with Christopher Louras about what's ahead for the Marble City. Hosted by Nina Keck.

Switchboard for March 6, 2007 from VPR. A special 90-minute Switchboard devoted to Town Meeting Day. Hosted by Bob Kinzel and Steve Zind.

Switchboard for February 22, 2007 from VPR. We talk with Fresh Air film critic David Edelstein and UVM film professor Hilary Neroni. Hosted by Neal Charnoff.

Switchboard for February 20, 2007 from VPR. We talk with Sarwar Kashmeri about his book, America and Europe After 9/11 and Iraq. Hosted by Mitch Wertlieb.

Switchboard for February 15, 2007 from VPR. We talk with Elizabeth Cote of the UVM College of Medicine AHEC program office, and primary care physicians Dr. Stephen Genereaux and Dr. Frank Landry. Hosted by Fran Stoddard.

Switchboard for February 8, 2007 from VPR. We talk with Transportation Secretary Neale Lunderville and the chairs of the House and Senate Transportation Committees about the state's transportation priorities. Hosted by Bob Kinzel.

Switchboard for February 8, 2007 from VPR. We talk about how physics plays out in our everyday lives, and the wide horizons that physicists are exploring. Hosted by Fran Stoddard.

Switchboard for February 6, 2007 from VPR. Bob Kinzel hosts a discussion on the pros and cons of regulating illicit drugs, including crimes rates and health concerns.