Travels with Charlie: Recent Episodes
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Veteran broadcaster Charlie Papillo retired from radio in December of 2018 after co-hosting a popular morning show. In 2019 he ventured into a new field for him, hosting a video series called Travels With Charlie; Vermont Politics in Real Life. Now he’s bringing that concept onto the radio. Charlie will have guests on to discuss their opinions on the days hottest issues, and allow you to join in as well. Fun, irreverent, and politically incorrect, buckle up for a fast paced hour with Charlie.
Charlie opens with Joanne Gillespie, Ambassador Coordinator and Member of the Board of Trustees for The INTO LIGHT Project, talking about the human impact of drug addiction,
Tom Bryant, owner of Maxi's Restaurant in Waterbury, getting ready for a 25th Anniversary party this weekend,
and Denis O'Brien, organizer of a documentary/reality series featuring local bands, looking for the top three to culminate in a Battle of the Bands!
Charlie welcomes in Cyrus Patten to talk about the Summit, a new nonprofit meeting space opening soon in Colchester,
Jeff Weld of Casella with the Casella Sustainability Spotlight
and Kerry Lyons, owner of the new business called 'The Break Room' where you can break stuff in order to let off a little steam.
Charlie talks about developments with Spectrum Youth and Family Services, withg Mark Redmond, and former Governor Jim Douglas talks with Charlie about free speech issues on college campuses, and late night TV shows.
Charlie talks with the former city council President of Burlington Kurt Wright, plus sports and political trivia! Also on the agenda is the 4th annual Whoopie Pie Festival in Rutland.
Charlie welcomes in Aimee Green, the Executive Director of Jenna's Promise, and Madison Perry, Workforce Development Director, about the Jenna's Coffee Shop in downtown Johnson.
Jeff Weld from Casella talks in the Sustainability Spotlight,
and Dr. Kelly Klein, of the Vermont Department of Mental Health, talks about problem gambling.
Charlie welcomes in Marshall Blaise of the 60's Vermont Rock Bands The Thunderbolts, and Marshall and the Deputies. Also performed on the Ed Sullivan Show.
and Brad Hunt of the Champlain Valley Fair, setting up the 10 best days of summer!
Brad Ferland and Melinda White, co-organizers of the Substance Use Addiction Summit,
Jeff Weld of Casella Waste Management with the Sustainability Spotlight,
and Vicky Drew on the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival
Charlie Papillo on Travels with Charlie, with Josh Reap of Associated Builders and Contractors on efforts to get more Vermonters involved in careers in construction.
Then Charlie chats with former colleague radio guy turned podcast producer and consultant JAG.
Discussion with Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak and with Vermont's own Rick Norcross.
Guest include:
- Nick Lane - Snow Farm Vineyard & Winery
- Mary Saladino - Son Henry is battling a one in a million, severe neurological disorder called AHC
- DONATE: https://www.forhenryahc.org/
- Pat Brennan - Vermont State Representative
Guest include:
- Stewart Ledbetter - Candidate - Vermont Senate
- Melissa Mazza - Sam Mazza's Farm Market
- Jamie Lee Thurston
Travels With Charlie: June 3rd
Guests include:
- Jeff Paul - Ramunto's Brick Oven Pizza
- Former Governor Jim Douglas
- Former Governor Peter Shumlin
- Former Administration Secretary Mike Smith
- Former Radio Host Lisa Nagle
- Former News Reporter Mike Donoghue
Travels With Charlie: May 20th
Guests include:
Joe Connelly - Executive Director- Vermont City Marathon
Jeff Weld - Casella Waste Systems
Sharon Wintersteen - Snowflake Chocolates
Travels With Charlie: May 6th
Guests include:
Jesse Agan - "The Music of Queen"
John Abry - Colchester-Milton Rotary
André Maquera - "The Music of Queen"
Travels With Charlie: April 29nd
Guests include:
Jaime Bressler - Student Resource Officer - Colchester Police Department
Rusty DeWees - Vermont Actor/Writer/Comedian
Travels With Charlie: April 22nd, 2024. Guests include:
Nicole Citro - Owner - Cole's Cookies Co.
Guest include:
- Jeff Bartley - Director of Innovation & Marketing at Patrick Leahy Burlington International Airport
- Jeff Weld - Casella Waste Systems
- Members of the Vermont Center for Responder Wellness
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie does his show on the road! Stuck in heavy traffic, he updates us as he makes his way to the station. Lee Kittell will host with some more news and traffic updates as well.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with The President of the Vermont Retail and Grocers Association and the Executive Director of Vermont Specialty Food Association Erin Sigrist. He'll also speak with the new owners of the Radio Vermont Group Scott Milne and Myers Mermel, and Jeff Weld from the Casella Sustainability Spotlight.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Billy Bratcher from the Starline Rhythm Boys as well as talk with Stewart Ledbetter from MyNBC5!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie will talk with Colchester's new Police Chief Pete Hull, Jeff Weld with the Casella Sustainability Spotlight, and with Campaign for Vermont's Ben Kinsley!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie continues on with Vermont Grown and speaks with Courtney Laggner, the Brand and Community Manager of the Darn Tough Socks Company. But first, Charlie will talks with one of his friends Tony, about his move from Cuba to here in Vermont!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Leslie Wright from the Shelburne Museum about the Winter Lights Exhibit, Jeff Weld with the Casella Sustainability Spotlight, and Ben Kinsley who is a member of the Board of Campaign for Vermont.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Scott Milne from Milne Travel as well as Bill Shouldice from the Vermont Teddy Bear Company.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Home Instead's program "Be a Santa to a Senior", Jeff Weld with the Casella Waste Sustainability Spotlight, and with Vermont's new Housing Commissioner Alex Farrell.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks about a local alternative to Amazon, a proposed deterrent from tractor trailers going through the Notch Road, as well as he'll talk with Ed Baker from ARC!
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Today on Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks about Wheels for Warmth and with Jeff Welds of Casella. First though, he'll talk with BBA (Burlington Business Association) Director Kelly Devine.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks to you about one of Vermont's oldest apple orchards as well as talks to Rick Norcross of the band "Rick & The All-Star Ramblers". Rick will talk about his new album, "God Bless the Mighty Pickle".
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Greg Tatro of Jenna's Promise. They'll talk about a silent and live auction happening this Saturday. Jeff Weld will be joining with the Casella Sustainability Spotlight. Charlie's first guest will be from the Department of Health to talk about 802 Quits.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks about 9/11, the Giant Pumpkin Growers Association, as well as the book "True Crime Stories of Burlington Vermont".
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks to you about the Vermont Rises Concert happening to benefit Vermont Flood Victims! He'll speak with 8084 and Rusty Dewees to learn about the event! He'll also speak with Brad Ferland and Melinda White about the 2nd Annual Substance Use Addiction Summit, Coming Together (There is Hope).
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks about Flood Relief. He'll speak with multiple guests about flood relief efforts happening across Vermont.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie keeps the lines open for storm info as well as talking about the Louisville Sluggers Warriors National Amputee Baseball Team and the Vermont Association of Broadcasters!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with the Executive Director of Camp Ta-Kum-Ta, which is a camp for children who have or had cancer. He'll also speak with Jeff Weld of the Casella Sustainability Spotlight. And his first guest is Mike Smith, the interim President of Vermont State Universities.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks to with Dr. Steve Tobman- Magician, Hypnotist, and chiropractor! But first, he'll speak with the Tournament Director for the LCI Fathers Day Fishing Derby, Liz!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks about the 34th Annual M&T Bank Vermont City Marathon with Joe Connelly! He'll also talk with Jeff Welds of the Casella Waste Sustainability Spotlight. But up first, he'll speak with Scott Milne from Milne Travels!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with author of "Lost Burlington Vermont" Bob Blanchard! He'll also talk with Jeff Weld with the Casella Waste Sustainability Spotlight. But first, Charlie will talk with store owner and legislator Dick Mazza!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie will talk with the Operations Manger for Island Homemade Ice Cream Maura Fitzgerald! He'll also talk about the Maple Festival in St. Albans with the co-chair of the festival!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie will first speak with 2023 Vermont Woman Owned Business of the Year, Junapr! He’ll be speaking with the owner Nicole Junas Ravlin. After that, Charlie will speak with Mark Redmond of Spectrum Youth Services.
Today on Travels with Charlie, Charlie will talk with Ashley Bartley as well as Mike Donoghue!
This week on Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Rich Lewis and Kevin Plette of Vermont Blue Advantage Senior Games, Jeff Weld of Casella Sustainability Spotlight, and author Jim DeFilippi!
Today on Travels with Charlie, Charlie will be speaking with Aaron Gailmor, founder of Brass Roots, as well as artist, author, and representative John Killacky.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie will speak with the new Executive Director of Run Vermont Joe Connelly, Jeff Weld with the Casella Waste Sustainability Spotlight, and Adam Jones from Myers Bagel Cafe in Burlington.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with a Dream Interpreter and Life Coach, as well as Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity’s CEO!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Scott Milne from Milne Travel, Greg Tatro, and Hailey Wilkinson of Jenna’s Place.
Today on Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with the Jr. League of the Champlain Valley, open phone lines, Christmas Trees, and Rick Norcross!
Today on Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with you! He'll open up phone lines to talk turkey! He'll also talk with some of his old classmates!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, he talks about the upcoming election and takes the pulse of Vermont! He hears from you about what issues matter to you, and what your predictions are for election day 2022!
Today on Travels with Charlie, Charlie speaks with band 8084! He'll also speak with Casella!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Nicole, the owner of Cole's Cookie Company right here in Vermont! Later in the show, he talks with journalism legend Mike Donoghue. Cole's Cookie Company Website
Today on Travels with Charlie, Commissioner of Public Safety Jen Morrison, Casella Waste Sustainability Spotlight, and local author Stephen Russell Payne.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie and his guests talk about an Opioid Recovery Summit called Coming Together, and talks about Interpreting Dreams!
On today's episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks about Braver Angels, Casella Waste Sustainability Spotlight, and talks with Ericka Redic about her run for the US Congress.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks about the Champlain Valley Fair and how it's celebrating it's 100th year! Photographer Stephen Mease will also be on to talk about his book showing photos from the Champlain Valley Fair! And, for the first part of the show, Charlie talks with Senator Thomas Chittenden
On today's episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with the Vermont National Guard, Snowfarm Vineyards, and Casella Waste Management!
This week on Travels with Charlie, Governor Jim Douglas hangs out! Charlie also talks with Earl Handy from Handy's Lunch in Burlington!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Drug Impaired Driving, Casella Waste Sustainability Spotlight, and Representative Heidi Scheuermann of Stowe!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie speaks with Dick Mazza of Mazza's General Store, Dani Kehlmann of Vermont Huts Association, and Liz Ehlers talking about the 41st Annual LCI Fathers Day Fishing Derby.
Today on Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with you about humanitarian relief in Poland, Casella CDL Training Workshop, and the Vermont City Marathon
On today's episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks to you about Milne Travel American Express, New Englanders Against Sexual Exploitations, and the Vermont Lake Monsters
This week on Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with his guests about music, bands, the Casella Waste Sustainability Spotlight, Kingman Festival and Queen Tribute Show, and Ashley Bartley- Fairfax Political Candidate.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie celebrates the one year anniversary of Travels with Charlie being hosted on WDEV! He talks with Julie Hulburd of the Cannabis Control Board, as well as the owner of the Williston Town Cobbler- John Welsh.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Mark Bove of Bove's sauce, and Steve Malizia about Sail Beyond Cancer.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie speaks with Christina Nolan who is a senate candidate. He also speaks with HHS Secretary and host of open mic, Mike Smith.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Brian Osborne about Municipal Sewers. He also speaks with VT GOP Party Chair Paul Dame and Mayoral Candidate Kurt Wright about Ranked Choice Voting.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks to you about the Super Bowl, takes your questions, and talks with the new owners of the Elmore Store, and Val Pallotta of Josh's House in Colchester.
This week on Travels with Charlie, Charlie speaks with Maggie Kerrin, the VT Chair of New Englanders Against Sexual Exploitation. He will also be talking with Scott Milne from Milne Travel.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks to Senators Corey Parent and Kesha Rah Hinsdale. He also speaks with Chef Courtney Contos.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie hosts a Politically Incorrect Christmas Party with a whole variety of guests stopping by!
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie speaks with Pat McDonald and Ben Kinsley of Campaign for Vermont. He also speaks with Steve Cormier about his induction into the Vermont Association of Broadcasters Hall of Fame
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with former US Attorney Christina Nolan and Author Brett Ann Stanciu on the opioid epidemic. He also speaks with new Vermont GOP Chair Paul Dame
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Thea Lewis from Queen City Ghostwalk about some of the research she's done and the ghostwalk itself. Then, he talks with Steve Gentile of the Trotting of The Turkeys fundraiser to benefit Feeding Chittenden.
On this episode of Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Whitney Castle from the Champlain Valley Office of Economics Opportunity as well as Michael Casella. Former Lt. Governor Brian Dubie is on to talk about politics. Charlie also talks about Wheels for Warmth, and hosts open phone lines!
This week on Travels with Charlie, Charlie talks with Pete Delaney who is the director of the Vermont City Marathon. He also talks with parents Joanna Doria and Molly on Act 46 in Ripton.
On this episode, Charlie talks about a First Annual Harvest, Home, and Hearth Fest on Saturday in St. Albans. He also talks about a proposal in Burlington that will impact home owners and trash haulers.
Today Charlie talks with Chittenden County’s longest serving sheriff, Kevin McLaughlin. Later in the show, Charlie talks with Governor Phil Scott and also takes listeners questions to the Governor.
On this episode Charlie talks with Jeff Bartley of the Champlain Valley Fair and Christopher-Aaron Felker who recently ran for the Burlington City Council Seat for Ward 3
Charlie talks with Chris Barbieri about the 64th Annual Vermont Antique and Classic Car Meet and gives out some tickets to go see it!
A Jam session with guests from the Travels with Charlie Episode "We're Getting the Band Back Together". Featuring Jon Gailmor, Danny Coane, Andre Maquera, and Jesse Agan.
Today Charlie talks with Kelly Dougherty and Stephanie Busch from the VT Health Department about the uptick in drug overdoses and what's being done about it. He also talks with Andre Maquera, Jesse Agan, Jon Gailmor, and Danny Coane about the lack of entertaining during the pandemic. Kelly Dougherty and Stephanie Busch from VT Health DepartmentAndre Maquera and Jesse AganJon Gailmor, Danny Coane, Andre Maquera, and Jesse Agan
Charlie talks with members of Braver Angels- a group that's trying to decrease the divide in politics in our Country. He also talks with Jen Lambert, an owner of an organic dairy farm.