Ken calls in to maintain social distance and the thing at the top of his mind is “where is the vacuum.” Ken reads a nice poem about these confusing times we’re in and highlights a wonderful group around town making masks and shields for medical professionals and Whitney of Makersphere calls in to tell us more about it.
We are Vermont Strong
Ken and Brent try to keep the spirits up in these trying times by reminding us how strong our Vermont communities are. Wade Pierson calls in to reflect on the short but fun ski season and shout out our wonderful communities around the state helping their neighbors. A rare occasion, Tom Beardsley calls in from Newport. The Magical Marvelous Musical …
Everything’s Canceled…Except the Dump Show
While we lament the cancellations of many sports seasons and events, the show must go on. Brent and Ken look back on the long tradition of local sports. Kate from Stowe Kitchen Bath and Linen calls in with Lee Kittel to talk about what they’re doing this weekend to keep the spirits up. Wade Pierson of Northeast Slopes calls in …
The Dump Show’s Original Theme Song
Ken remembers the original theme to the show used way back in the 60s. The gang looks forward to the Norwich championship hockey game. We celebrate the maple sugaring season. Wade calls in for his weekly check in from East Corinth and Northeast Slopes.
High School Basketball, Town Meeting, and Maple Season
Brent updates Ken on the latest goings on in local high school basketball. Ken laments at the advent of union school districts and its effect on Town Meeting Day. The crew celebrates maple sugar season. Wade Peirson checks in from Northeast Slopes in East Corinth.
Vermont Sports and the Daytona 500
Ken, Brent, and Jack discuss the previous night’s Williamstown vs. Lamoille and Peoples vs. Hazen High School Basketball games. Then the gang talks about the next day’s Stowe Derby and previews Saturday night’s Norwich hockey game. Wade Peirson calls in to talk about the great weeks he’s been having at Northeast Slopes. The Marvelous Magical Mystery Lady calls in to …
Weekend Sports Roundup
Kia and Ken kick off the show talking about the record cold weekend and the Norwich University Men’s Hockey Team’s incredible season record. Then the two and Jack talk about dogs and sobriety. For some reason, the gang addresses Valentine’s Day a day late. Wade Pierson calls in to give an update on what’s happening at Northeast Slopes. Farmer Dave …
Snow Storm, Remembering Orson Bean, and Ski Season
Ken, Kia, and Jack talk about the big snow storm that pounded Vermont the previous day. The gang remembers the life of Orson Bean, a Vermont-born actor. Ken gives us some news of the University of Vermont ski teams’ recent races and the history of the Stowe Derby.
New Year, Same Dump Show
Ken is out of town for the NASCAR Hall of Fame Awards, leaving Jack, Brent, and Farmer Dave in charge. The guys talk New Year’s Resolutions, Washington Politics, Farming, and Dogs. Wade Peirson calls in to talk the latest updates at Northeast Slopes. Then Farmer Dave’s sister Holly comes by to talk about the big game.
Northeast Slopes and Farmer Dave for Governor
Ken covers how the Brownsville General Store was honored by Gov. Scott after being reopened by the town population. Wade Pierson of Northeast Slopes calls in to talk about what’s going on at the small non-profit ski hill. Kia gives the results of the Cribbage Tournament at the Canadian Club last week. Farmer Dave stops by and hears the new …
Halloween, “Exotic Dancers,” Deer Season, and the World Series
We celebrate Halloween with a song, even if we are a few days late. Somehow, the conversation transitions to “exotic dancers.” A caller from Randolph previews deer season with some tips. Farmer Dave comes by to talk about current events and the Rusty Dewees show. Then we recap the World Series.