The Octagon
by Ted Thorndike and Mike Carey
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Season 3: Episode #3 Jason Batchelder: Vermont Fish and Game…
Season 3: Episode #3 Jason Batchelder: Vermont Fish and Game…
About this podcast
Welcome to "The Octagon" - the podcast that dives into the vibrant lives of Stowe Vermont's most adventurous residents. Join us as we explore the passions, pursuits, and personalities that make this mountain town unique.
Episodes
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- Season 3: Episode #3 Jason Batchelder: Vermont Fish and Game Commisioner and Black Bears in Stowe · 1 h 1 min · Season 3 Episode 3This week we were delighted to bring into The Octagon studio the Vermont Fish and Wildlife Commissioner Jason Batchelder. Jason became Vermont Fish & Wildlife Commissioner in…
- Season 3: #2 The Legendary History of Down Home Hot Tubs with Tim Meehan and Kim Brown · 1 h 2 min · Season 3 Episode 2Ready for a nostalgia trip? Join us on this week's episode as we dive into the epic stories of Stowe's Down Home Hot Tubs with iconic locals Tim Meehan and Kim Brown. Experience…
- Season 3: #1 2026 Ski and Gear Review with Bob St. Pierre from Ski Essentials · 55 min · Season 3 Episode 1This week we kicked off Season 3 at The Octagon Podcast with local ski guru Bob St. Pierre from Ski Essentials. We have all battled with the same questions about our skis and…
- Season 2: #20 2025-2026 Winter Recap with Mike and Ted · 41 min · Season 2 Episode 20This week Mike and Ted took over the studio and rehashed the 2025-2026 winter and Season 2 at The Octagon Podcast. From powder days, epic travel stories and friendly bets between…
- Season 2: #19 From Panama to Stowe: The Story of Movement Coffee and The Roastery · 58 min · Season 2 Episode 19This week on the Octagon Podcast we sat down with TJ Walden and Sarah Landry , the co-founders behind Movement Coffee Roasters right here in Stowe. Movement and their flagship…
- Season 2: #18 Karen Wagner: 9 Years as Director of The Fabled Stowe Ski Patrol · 37 min · Season 2 Episode 18This week we were excited to bring into the studio Karen Wagner to talk all things ski patrol. Karen is the Ski Patrol Director at Stowe Mountain Resort, overseeing one of the…
- Season 2: #17 Snow Reporter Roundtable · 44 min · Season 2 Episode 17This week we are excited to be bringing you a special Octagon roundtable edition with everyone’s favorite snow reporters Andre Blais, Matt Testa and Scott Braaten. Whether tuning…
- Season 2: #16 Howie Faircloth and Tim Danahy: The Story Behind Green Mountain Distillers · 51 minThis week we welcomed craft distillers Tim Danahy and Howie Faircloth into The Octagon Studio. Tim and Howie both moved to Stowe almost 30 years ago and became the head brewers…
- Season 2: #15 Jack Morris: Building Community Through Art at The Front Four Gallery · 56 minThis week we had the pleasure of bringing Jack Morris into the Octagon Studio. Born and raised in Stowe, Jack once dreamed of becoming an athlete — until a life-altering heart…
- Season 2: #14 Steph Lawee: Taking Performance to the Next Level at Vibe Sports Recovery · 50 min · Season 2 Episode 14This week we had the pleasure of bringing into the studio Sports Recovery guru Steph Lawee. Steph is the Founder of Vibe Sports Recovery here in Stowe. Steph combined her…
- Season 2: #13 Drew Clymer: Exploring a Passion for Service as Deputy Chief of Stowe Mountain Rescue · 58 min · Season 2 Episode 13This week we had the pleasure of chatting with Drew Clymer about all things back country rescue. Drew currently serves as the Deputy Chief of Stowe Mountain Rescue and The Search…
- Season 2: #12 Hardeaux Roundtable: Love em or Hate em? · 1 h 11 min · Season 2 Episode 12This week we rounded out the 2025 season at the Octagon Podcast with the long awaited Hardeaux Roundtable. The Hardeaux's have what could be described as a controversial…
- Season 2: #11 Mike Hayes: The Endless Pursuit of Filming the Mt. Mansfield Backcountry · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 11This week we chatted with Mike Hayes who is one of the key figures in Stowe’s extreme skiing and ski-filming community. He’s someone who doesn’t just chase lines—he documents…
- Season 2: #10 Maura Wieler: A Career in Education and Stowe Elementary School Principal · 52 min · Season 2 Episode 10This week we welcomed our first educator into the Octagon Studio, Maura Wieler. Maura is the Principal of Stowe Elementary School, whose leadership has played a significant role…
- Season 2: #9 Jen and John Kimmich: Inside the Alchemist Brewery Story · 58 min · Season 2 Episode 9This week we were honored to welcome craft beer legends Jen and John Kimmich, co-owners of The Alchemist Brewery into the Octagon studio. The Alchemist makes Heady Topper, one of…
- Season 2: #8 Jackie Henderson and Carter Getty: Stowe High School Seniors and Reflections On Growing Up In Stowe · 41 min · Season 2 Episode 8This week we welcomed Jackie Henderson and Carter Getty into the Octagon Studio. Jackie and Carter are both Seniors at Stowe High School and provide a unique perspective on what…
- Season 2: #7 Scott Braaten: Mt. Mansfield Weather Guru and Creator of Braatencast · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 7This week we welcomed Scott Braaten into the Octagon studio as we are building stoke for the upcoming winter. Scott is one of the leading weather forecasters for Mt Mansfield and…
- Season 2: #6 Octagon Labs: Peter Hawks and The Flyin Ryan Foundation · 53 min · Season 2 Episode 6This week we had the honor of sitting down with Peter Hawks for our third Octagon Labs episode. Peter takes us on a journey of the legacy of his son Ryan who lived with passion…
- Season 2: #5 Joey Davis: The Art of Tracking Whitetail Deer · 48 min · Season 2 Episode 5This week we sat down with 7th generation Stowe resident Joey Davis who is considered one of the premier whitetail deer trackers in the region. Deer hunting in Stowe and…
- Season 2: #4 Dave Bradbury: Growing Local Entrepreneurship Through The Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies · 60 min · Season 2 Episode 4This week we explore the Vermont start up and entrepreneurial landscape with Dave Bradbury. Dave is the President of VCET — the Vermont Center for Emerging Technologies — where…
