Vermont Business Magazine The popular NPR program 1A will broadcast nationally live from Vermont Public studios on May 1-2 from 10 a.m. - noon.
The program, which is produced by WAMU in Washington, D.C. and distributed by NPR, regularly visits member stations around the country, as part of their ongoing effort to elevate the stories, issues, and perspectives of Americans. The show will be live from the Colchester, Vermont studios on Wednesday and Thursday of this week.
Traveling the country and broadcasting from local stations is a core part of 1A’s dedication to exploring the issues of our time through individual stories and voices. The show’s daily conversations bring together thoughtful guests and listeners from around the country.
On Wednesday evening, May 1 at 7:30 p.m., 1A and Jenn White will host a live taping of the show at the Essex Cinemas. White will host a panel discussion about Vermont housing accessibility, affordability and development. The event will be recorded for possible broadcast and the audience will be invited to share their stories and ask questions.
Panelists include:
- Carly Berlin | Housing/Infrastructure Reporter for Vermont Public and VTDigger
- Maura Collins | Executive Director, Vermont Housing Finance Agency
- Nancy Owens | President, Evernorth
Tickets ($10) for the event are available here.
“As 1A travels across the country we repeatedly hear about the dire need for affordable housing,” said Host Jenn White. “We're excited to convene a conversation in Vermont about the housing challenges Vermonters face. As we approach a major election, there is no better time to explore how the housing market has changed across the state and what solutions exist to address the crisis. We are thrilled to have the chance to meet and hear from the Vermont Public community in person!”
Then, on Friday at noon, Jenn White will be our guest on a special Vermont Edition, hosted by Mitch Wertlieb. They’ll talk about Jenn White’s journalism career, how her team covers complex national stories, and what it was like to interview Oprah. Listen Friday, May 3 at noon, and email questions to: [email protected].
About Vermont Public
Vermont Public is Vermont’s unified public media organization, serving the community with trusted journalism, quality entertainment, and educational programming. Formerly Vermont Public Radio and Vermont PBS, Vermont Public also provides local access to national programming from NPR and PBS. Its statewide radio and TV networks reach all of Vermont, as well as parts of New Hampshire, New York, Massachusetts and Quebec, Canada. More information about programs, stations, services, and ways to support is available at vermontpublic.org.
About 1A
Listening to the news can feel like a journey. But 1A guides you beyond the headlines – and cuts through the noise. Ever since the program launched in 2017, 1A’s goal has been to act as a national mirror, taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be. 1A looks at both what divides and connects us, and we cover more than just the news. Its guests and conversations embrace pop culture, art, sports, and humor.
The program is produced by WAMU and distributed by NPR.
About Jenn White
Jenn White is the host of 1A, a daily program from WAMU in Washington, D.C. A seasoned journalist and podcast host, she has worked in public radio since 1999. She came to 1A from WBEZ in Chicago, where she held several on-air positions, as host of the station's local two-hour midday show, Reset with Jenn White, and before that as host of The Morning Shift. White is also skilled as a public speaker and has moderated numerous on-air gubernatorial and mayoral debates. She is a native of Detroit and graduate of the University of Michigan.
Source: 4.30.2024. Colchester, Vt.—Vermont Public
To support great journalism, access our archives and get unique features like our award-winning profiles, subscribe HERE!
