Travels with Charlie
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.
March 23, 2026 - Charlie talks with Airport Director Nic Longo, Jeff Weld with the Sustainability Institute, and Erin Torres on her Instagram Account that follows places to eat and stay in Vermont
Nic Longo - Director of Aviation at BTV Leahy, talking about airport issues and upcoming expansion at the Leahy Airport.
Jeff Weld with Casella Waste Systems on PFAS chemicals in the landfills,
and Erin Torres, Instagram Influencer, @travellikealocalvt - with 100,000 followers as she travels around to places to eat and stay in Vermont.
Travels With Charlie - March 9th, 2026
This episode of Travels with Charlie was published 03/09/2026.
February 23, 2026 Charlie talks Donuts with Erika Brice of Madeleine's Bakery - Rusty Dewees on his new performance shop, and Jeff Weld of Casella on PFAS
Erika Brice of Madeleine's Bakery in Milton on their selection by 7Days as the Best Local Donuts;
Rusty "The Logger" Dewees on his Writing and Performance Workshop, online at schoolofcoffee.org/collections/workshops;
and Jeff Weld of Casella Waste Systems on PFAS chemicals in the landfills and what Casella is doing about them.
February 9, 2026 Charlie welcomes in Senator Rocket
Talking Super Bowl Ads and halftime show, Local food, FarmHouse Chocolates, and Rocket's Local food App -- the EatVermont free mobile app.
February 2nd, 2026 - Charlie with Lisa DeNatale of the Vermont Italian Cultural Association, plus Award-Winning Motorcycle Builder and Rocker Tommy Graves
Charlie welcomes in Lisa DeNatale, President of the Vermont Italian Cultural Association, to talk about the Italian Community in Vermont, travelling to Italy, and, of course, Italian food.
Then, Rocker Tommy Graves, who created the winning chopper in the Metric Revolution Motorcycle Build Off, brings his electric guitar into the studio to play some riffs and talk about the Vermont Guitarworks Hospital.
January 12, 2026 -- Travels with Charlie talks about Getting in Shape in the New Year!
Charlie talks first with Parks Director Glen Cuttita and Rec Center Director Nicole Conley, with Colchester Parks and Recreation, on getting in shape this time of year, and New Years Resolutions.
and Jeff Weld from Casella with the Sustainability Spotlight, on career opportunities at Casella.
Then callers talk about how their New Years Resolutions are going.
December 15 ,2025 - Cold Weather Show! Charlie talks about keeping your house warm, and travelling to Antarctica
Charlie Pappillo wraps the 2026 year with the Cold Weather Show.
Charlie talks first with Matthew Smith, of Efficiency Vermont, on energy saving ideas to help heat your home in the winter...
then he talks with Lee Kittell, WDEV's host of the Morning News Service, about the recent RadioVermont MilneTravel AtlasCruises voyage to Antarctica.
December 1, 2025 - Charlie talks with the owner of a Barre bakery, and an Italian restaurant in Chittenden County
Host Charlie Pappillo welcomes in Jim Haas, of the Rise Up Bakery in Barre -- online at Riseupbakeryvt.com
and Sam Palmisano of Pulcinella's Italian restaurant in South Burlington and author of THE TWELVE DAYS OF CHRISTMAS -- online at pulcinellas.us, talking about Italian food and Operation Firecuffs, to benefit Vermont Childrens Hospital
One lucky listener won a 100 dollar gift certificate to Pulcinella's.
Travels With Charlie - November 17th, 2025
This episode of Travels with Charlie was published 11/17/2025.
November 3, 2025 Travels with Charlie talks about Drug Addiction, Maxi's Restaurant Anniversary, an upcoming series that will lead to a Battle of the Bands
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!
October 20, 2025 Charlie talks about the Summit gathering location in Colchester
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.
October 6th, 2025 - Guests include Chief Don Stevens of the Abenaki tribe and Aimee Green with Indigenous Peoples Day Rock Foundation Jeff Weld, with Casella Waste Systems, And Alex Farrell, Vermont Commissioner of Housing and Community Development.
This episode of Travels with Charlie was published 10/06/2025.
September 22, 2025 Charlie talks to Mark Redmond, with Spectrum Youth and Family Services, and former VT Governor Jim Douglas, talking about free speech on college campuses
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.
September 8th, 2025 - Charlie talks with former city council president of Burlington Kurt Wright, and a discussion on the 4th annual Whoopie Pie Festival in Rutland.
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.
Aug 25, 2025 Charlie Talks about Jenna's Promise, the Casella Sustainability Spotlight, and problem gambling
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.
August 11, 2025 Charlie with Marshall Blaise of the Thunderbolts, and Brad Hunt of the Champlain Valley Fair
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!
July 28, 2025 Charlie on Substance Abuse Addiction Summit, Sustainability Spotlight, and Dragon Boat Festival
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
Travels With Charlie July 28th 2025
This Episode of Travels With Charlie Aired 07/28/2025
July 14, 2025 Charlie with Josh Reap and JAG
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.
Vermont Grown: Conversations with Chris Conant from Claussen's Greenhouse & Perennial Farm, Jeff Weld With Casella Waste, and David Van Sleet Founder of the Louisville Slugger Warriors Base Ball Team
This Episode of travels With Charlie Aired On 06/23/25
Vermont Grown: A show with EatVT's Rocket and Claire Georges from Butterfly Bakery of Vermont
This episode of Travels with Charlie aired on 06/02/2025.
Talks with Annie Meredith-Mitchell from UVM Health Network about 35th annual Jiggety Jog and M&T Bank Marathon director Anthea Dexter-Cooper
This episode of Travels with Charlie aired on 05/19/2025.
Talks with Kingman Fest organizer Lauren Warshofsky, 8084 guitarrist Andre Maquera, and The Voice finalist Morgan Myles
This episode of Travels with Charlie aired on 05/05/2025.
Vermont Grown: Perry Sporn on Periwinkles Jewelry
This episode of Travels with Charlie aired on 04/29/2025.
Charlie speaks with Rick Norcross
This episode aired on 04/07/2025.
Charlie talks with Former Mayor of Burlington Miro Weinberger and UVM's Steve Gentile
This episode aired on 03/10/2025.
An all travel show: chats with Rocket from @eatvermont and Brenda Prater Sellers author of 'You Slept Where?'
This episode aired on 03/03/2025.
A chat with friend and author Alan Rubel
This episode aired on 02/10/2025.
An all Vermont Grown Episode!
This episode aired on 02/03/2025.
Travels With Charlie with guests John Laberge and Tunnel to Towers Foundation Vice President John Huvane
This episode aired on 01/13/2025.
A Conversation with David Mullin of Habitat for Humanity and Longtime Friend Ralph Peterson
This episode aired on 01/06/2025.
The Last Episode of the Year!
This episode aired on 12/16/2024.
Interview with Lt Gov John Rodgers, Casella Waste Spotlight, and Chittenden County Sheriff's department officer
This episode aired on 12/02/2024.
Post Election Coverage
This episode aired on November 18th, 2024.
The show before election day!
This episode aired on 11/06/2024.
Interview with a K9 Officer, a Former NBC anchor, and information on Wheels for Warmth
This episode aired on 10/21/2024.
Election day is coming up!
This episode aired on 10/05/2024.
A chat with Director of Aviation Nic Longo and Marketing Director Jeff Barkley
A chat with Director of Aviation Nic Longo and Marketing Director Jeff Barkley
Talks with Mike Pieciak and Rick Norcross
Discussion with Vermont State Treasurer Mike Pieciak and with Vermont's own Rick Norcross.
Travels With Charlie: 8-05-24
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