# July 27, 2026 Host Brad Ferland talks with Sgt. First Class Melanie LaPerle of the Vermont National Guard, and Matt Cota of Meadow Hill Consulting

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Podcast: [Vermont Viewpoint](https://stenobird.com/podcast/vermont-viewpoint-6394549)
Published: 2026-07-27T18:32:27+00:00
Episode link: https://podcast.show/vermontviewpoint/episode/154498222/
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## Resource

Sergeant First Class Melanie LaPerle State Headquarters, Vermont National Guard Originally from Venice, Florida, Melanie LaPerle has built a distinguished military career spanning active duty and National Guard service, marked by versatility, historic achievements, and a profound multi-generational family legacy. Matt Cota Meadow Hill Consulting Political updates, Montpelier, High Profile races and Brad closes the show with a legendary number from Rick Norcross and his All Stars.

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