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Montana Public Radio News
Officials hear concerns over Clark Fork, Blackfoot River water rights

Montana Public Radio News

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 1:36


State officials and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes (CSKT) this year gained sizable water rights east of Missoula. Last week, they solicited feedback from water users on how they intend to exercise that right.

Rural Routes to Climate Solutions
EP 79 – Kainai Self Sufficiency

Rural Routes to Climate Solutions

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 37:10


In this episode of the Siksikaitsitapi Agriculture Project (SAP) podcast series, Lance Tailfeathers sits down with Wolf Caller (Elliot Fox), a leader in land management and now a member of Kainai First Nation's Council. They discuss the past, present and future of agriculture in Kainai First Nation in southern Alberta, exploring how Blackfoot ways of knowing can help to protect water systems against droughts, enhance food security and protect native species.

Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA)
With the threat of US trade tariffs, are Canada's political leaders responding effectively? With Shannon Phillips

Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs (SACPA)

Play Episode Listen Later May 6, 2025 59:21


Canada has experienced a disruptive start to 2025, with PM Justin Trudeau stepping down as Liberal leader, prompting a leadership campaign and a prorogued parliament . With a federal election looming, Canadians, among other problems, are facing affordability issues and to top it off, US President Donald Trump threatened to impose 25-percent tariffs on a wide range of imports from Canada and 10-percent tariffs on oil and gas. Those US tariffs were set to begin Feb 4, but have been delayed by at least 30 days as the countries work together on border security and trade imbalance. However, for many Canadians, the potential for a trade war between two longtime allies continues to fuel anger, despair and confusion over what may be coming next. The speaker will try to make sense of it all, while analyzing the response from governments and political leaders including Liberal leadership contenders. Speaker: Shannon Phillips Shannon brings over two decades of experience in public policy, governance, and leadership in energy and the environment to her role as a partner at Meredith Boessenkool & Phillips. Her experience includes serving as the Minister of Environment and Parks and Minister Responsible for the Climate Change Office in Rachel Notley's government, where she was responsible for climate policy, conservation expansion, and Indigenous reconciliation efforts. She also established Alberta's first standalone Ministry for the Status of Women. From 2015-19, Shannon was the driving force behind Alberta's Climate Leadership Plan. Phillips led the coal phase-out, renewable energy expansion, and energy efficiency programs that boosted Alberta's GDP and created jobs across the province. Shannon also represented Alberta on the national and international stage, including leading delegations to UN climate conferences in Paris and Marrakech. Phillips won three elections as a progressive woman candidate in Southern Alberta – an accomplishment most would have dismissed as far-fetched just a decade ago. She is an experienced and successful campaigner, organizer and grassroots leader. She continues to focus on mentorship and training of a new generation of activists and candidates. Shannon is a strong communicator in both of Canada's official languages, a skill that serves her well in her extensive policy and advocacy work on the national and international stage. Deeply committed to her community, Shannon continues to strengthen her relationship with the Blackfoot people of southern Alberta and is a Blackfoot Headdress holder and recipient of a Blackfoot name. In addition to her work in the community, Shannon serves as an Adjunct Faculty member in the Department of Political Science at the University of Lethbridge and was recognized as a YWCA Woman of Distinction in 2017. Shannon enjoys spending time with her two sons outdoors, particularly in the Canadian Rockies.

MMH - The Home Of Rock Radio Podcasts
The A to Z of Rock with Matt and Brian - Episode 30 - 29th April 2025

MMH - The Home Of Rock Radio Podcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 119:51


Welcome to the 30th Episode of "The A to Z of Rock with Matt and Brian"  It's all about about the Letter B this week  Expect tunes from Blackfoot, Black Stone Cherry, Bad Company, Breaking Benjamin, Bywater Call and many many other great bands  We continue with our new feature "Double Live" where we play two live tracks back to back as part of the show.   The Show Playlist Deal with the Preacher - Bad Company Black Light - Smith/Kotzen Blow Me Away - Breaking Benjamin Good Time - BuckCherry Bring Me to Life - Evanescence Breaking the Silence - H.E.A.T Secret of My Success - Night Ranger Headstone - Brothers Osborne Everybody Knows - Bywater Call Bad Choices - Brave Rival  Bad Reputation - Thin Lizzy Bring it on Home - Led Zeppelin Dry County - Blackfoot Burnin' - Blackfoot Driving towards the Daylight - Joe Bonamassa Blood Brother - The Mission Bark at the Moon - Ozzy Osbourne Ballad of Youth - Richie Sambora Something About You - Boston Veteran of the Psychic Wars - Blue Oyster Cult Karate - Babymetal Outta My Head - Bad Actress Breadfan - Budgie  Hope you enjoy the show !! Rock On Matt and Brian

Immigrants in Corporate
Going Beyond the Paycheck: Eric Hellon on Career Transitions, Breaking the Rent Trap and Building Generational Wealth

Immigrants in Corporate

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 40:21


In this episode of Thriving in Intersectionality, host Lola Adeyemo welcomes Eric Hellon, whose career journey spans graphic design, real estate expertise, and social entrepreneurship. Eric shares how his intersectional identities as a multiracial individual and "girl dad" have shaped his career decisions and professional growth. With experience as a real estate agent, broker, certified financial coach, and nonprofit founder, Eric offers valuable insights on career transitions, finding your passion, and building generational wealth. What You'll Learn in This Episode: How to navigate successful career transitions across multiple industries The importance of finding passion in your work regardless of income level Why embracing your unique intersectional identity can be a professional asset Strategies for leveraging your time effectively for career growth Building financial literacy and generational wealth as part of career development Practical insights on homeownership as a wealth-building strategy The Power of Multiple Intersections Eric identifies with several intersectional identities that shape his perspective and work. As a multiracial individual with Native American (Wampanoag and Blackfoot), Cape Verdean, Black, and Cuban heritage, he navigates a real estate industry that is predominantly older and white. Eric also discusses how being a "girl dad" to two daughters allows him to be futuristic and moving through different socioeconomic classes throughout his life has influenced his outlook and the work he does today. From Financial Hardship to Helping Others Growing up in a family that have sometimw experienced being on welfare, Eric brings a unique perspective to his current financial coaching work. He shares how these experiences allow him to authentically challenge assumptions in the high-net-worth circles he now moves in, advocating for the very social programs that once helped his own family. His background witnessing both entrepreneurship (through his father) and traditional employment (through his mother who often worked multiple jobs) gave him insight into different career paths and work ethics. Building Pathways to Homeownership After starting his career in graphic and web design, Eric found his passion in real estate, becoming an agent in 2006 and eventually a broker in 2014. Recognizing that many individuals lack the financial literacy needed to successfully navigate homeownership, he launched the nonprofit organization Homeowner Prep. This organization offers free financial coaching, credit assistance, and homebuying preparation services to help people transition from renting to owning—breaking what he calls "the rent trap." Key Career Insights for Today's Professionals: Eric shares valuable career advice that applies across industries and experience levels: Explore different paths before settling - Eric's journey from graphic design to real estate shows how early career exploration can lead to finding your true passion. He encourages professionals to try different roles and industries until they discover work that truly resonates with them. Learn continuously beyond formal education - Especially in rapidly changing fields like technology, formal education quickly becomes outdated. Eric emphasizes the importance of self-directed learning and staying ahead of industry trends through continuous skill development. Leverage both employment and entrepreneurship - Drawing from watching both his entrepreneurial father and his mother who worked multiple jobs, Eric advises using stable employment as a foundation while building toward entrepreneurial goals. A steady paycheck can be a powerful tool for creating long-term wealth. Find your passion even within established organizations - Rather than feeling trapped in a role, Eric suggests exploring different departments and responsibilities within your current organization. Internal transitions can often lead to more fulfilling work without starting over elsewhere. Value your time as your greatest asset - Eric stresses that time management is ultimately the greatest determinant of success. As professionals advance, they should focus on leveraging their income to free up time for priorities, which is the true measure of wealth. Embrace technological change - Instead of fearing advancements like AI, Eric encourages professionals to adapt and find ways to incorporate new technologies into their existing passions and skills, viewing change as opportunity rather than threat. Resources Mentioned Free eBook: "Stop Paying Rent" - Available at www.homeownerprep.org Free homeownership readiness consultations through Homeowner Prep Connect with Our Guest Eric Hellon: Homeownership Expert, Executive Director of Homeowner Prep Website:homeownerprep.org Chat with Host Lola Adeyemo: LinkedIn Get Involved Apply to be on the podcast: Application Link Join the Immigrants in Corporate Community: Membership | Facebook | Instagram

BYU-Idaho Radio
Eastern Idaho State Fair Announces Theme and Performance Lineup

BYU-Idaho Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 2:19


IDAHO FALLS — Get ready to dust off your boots and Saddle up at the Eastern Idaho State Fair this year. Saddle up is this year's theme for the event that kicks off August 29 through September 6 in Blackfoot. During the Eastern Idaho State Fair's Media Day, General Manager Brandon Bird announced the Grandstand line up which includes chart-topping country star Dylan Scott, comedy-outlaw Jeff Dunham and multi-grammy winner Train.

Tunes from Turtle Island
Tunes from Turtle Island S06E15

Tunes from Turtle Island

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2025 113:28


Pop, Dance, Traditional, Rock, Punk, Folk, R'n'B, Country, Roots, Lofi, Hip Hop, Folk Metal, and Indie from the music makers of the Mohawk, Anishinaabe, Paiute, Shoshone, Atikamekw, Ojibway, Metis, Cree, Dakelh, Pueblo, Nisenan, Innu, Inuit, Mi'kmaq, Salish, BlackFoot, Navajo, and Dakota nations. Brought to you by Tunes From Turtle Island and Pantheon Podcasts. If you like the music you hear, go out and buy/stream some of it. :) All these artists need your support. Tracks on this week's show are: Shawnee Kish - Pray For Me Boogey The Beat - Mino Bimaadiziwin Indian City - Road To Redemption Dead Pioneers - The Caucasity Tanaya Winder - Maybe Regis Niquay - Mantolok Uncle Trent and Friends & Ashley Ghostkeeper - You're The Reason Fayth & MR.SUGA & J-Rez - Mercy Brandi Vezina - Country Glam Kyle McKearney - Used To Know EarthXStar & EarthChild & Simbiyez Wilson - Up and Away Darrian Gerard - Two Tickets Joy Zickau & Jacqueline Wilson - Everglades III. Lake Okeechobee Shawn Who & Little Bear Singers & Thomas X - Still Here Divide and Disolve - Grief Sage Cornelius - The Devil Went Down To Georgia Native Mafia Family - MOVES Jens Kleist & Ivaana - Sumut Darksiderz & CGK - Colours In The Dark Cali Los Mikyo - Invoice The Uhmazing & Antoinex - shina nova Kolby white & 601 - Fade Away Cherokee Social - Hookup Culture Nechochwen - Precipiece Of Stone Hotel Mira - Right Back Where I Was Jeremy Dallas - His Name Is Jake Foreshadow - Take 'Em Back Def-i & Phillipdrummond - Wormhole Project BC - God Of Everything D.M. Lafortune - Letter From San Francisco Nambi & Aspects - The Road Memory Milk - Rubbles And Remains All songs on this podcast are owned by the artist(s) and are used for educational purposes only. All songs can be found for purchase or streaming wherever you get your great music. Please pick up these amazing tracks and support these artists. More info on the show here

How To Be Happier For Entrepreneurs
Ep152: Wisdom of the Wilderness: Quantum Insights and Indigenous Healing

How To Be Happier For Entrepreneurs

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 36:45


SEND US A TEXT MESSAGE Join us in a compelling episode with Kent Tompkins, a transpersonal psychotherapist and the author of "Finding The Balance...The Vision Story That Led To A Retrospective Of Images And Stories From 1977-2022." Kent shares his profound experiences from living and learning among the Navajo and Blackfoot tribes for two decades.  This discussion delves into the integration of indigenous wisdom, quantum physics, and holistic healing, highlighting how these ancient practices have informed his psychotherapy and personal growth. Kent explores the transformative power of wilderness training, his work with the tribes' medicine men, and the impact of these teachings on modern therapeutic practices. Connect with Kent:

Sheep Fever
EP70 Montana Knife Company– Josh Smith

Sheep Fever

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 61:55


Admittedly, hunters are gear junkies. When it comes to our knives, as we learned from MKC founder and CEO Josh Smith, it runs deeper than that. Grandpa's knife can be Dad's knife; can then be our knife as a rite of passage. Sheep Fever sat down with Josh and a true American brand success story to discuss his humble beginning as a Montana boy knifemaker at age 15 to becoming the youngest Master Knifemaker in the country as certified by the Knifemaker's Guild, onto becoming one of the most successful startup knife companies in a very crowded field. His story and his philosophy about cutting tools, his team, and what goes into each MKC blade is an interesting journey into tradecraft for the hunter, and now the ranch, the kitchen, and who knows what next.  The timing couldn't be better. WSF has secured a limited number of their famous Blackfoot 2.0 knives for our current Life Member promotion giveaway. Like all MKC knives, if you blink, they're gone. Full details at this link https://www.wildsheepfoundation.org/life-summitlife  

Warrior Cats What is That?
300: Dunk-o-Rama and No Knees

Warrior Cats What is That?

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 171:02


For our 300th episode, we look at each of Blackfoot's sins. Who is the ShadowClan leader?  What made him the leader he became? Why would StarClan give him nine lives? How can he resist a charismatic man?Book: A Warrior's Choice: Warriors Novellas #19-21 - Blackfoot's Reckoning by Erin HunterSupport us on Ko-fi! WCWITCast Ko-fiFollow us on BlueSky! WCWITCastFollow us on Instagram! WCWITCast Cat Fact Sources: Kodkod - Wikipediahttps://guigna.org/Kodkod in ChileConservationists aim to save South America's super tiny wild cat, the guinaChilean cat or Kodkod (leopardus guigna) - Wild Cats WorldADW: Leopardus guigna: INFORMATIONKodkodMusic:The following music was used for this media project:Happy Boy Theme by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3855-happy-boy-themeLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Mountain & Prairie Podcast
Helen Augare Carlson & Dylan DesRosier – Land, Language, and Stewardship in the Blackfeet Nation

Mountain & Prairie Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2025 76:59


Helen Augare Carlson and Dylan DesRosier are leaders, community builders, and proud members of the Blackfeet Nation. Helen, the Chair of the Piikani Studies Division at Blackfeet Community College, has dedicated over two decades to education, cultural preservation, and building pathways for future generations. Dylan, the Blackfeet Program Manager with The Nature Conservancy, brings a wealth of experience in conservation work rooted in respect for Indigenous knowledge and long-term community collaboration. In addition to their official roles, they both wear many hats when it comes to serving their communities—mentoring youth, engaging in policy discussions, telling stories, and working on grassroots initiatives that strengthen cultural and environmental resilience. In this episode, we explore the profound relationships between land, language, and stewardship. Helen shares the moving story behind her Blackfoot name, Dylan reflects on his time working in Glacier National Park and how it shaped his conservation approach, and we dig into the groundbreaking Chief Mountain Initiative—an effort that weaves together conservation, education, and cultural revitalization. We also discuss the evolving role of conservation organizations, TNC's comprehensive approach to supporting Blackfeet initiatives, the importance of holistic thinking, and why Indigenous leadership is crucial for the future of land stewardship. As usual, we wrap up with some incredible book recommendations that will deepen your understanding of these topics long after the episode ends. This conversation is rich with wisdom, humor, and insight, and Helen and Dylan make quite a team, bringing their unique expertise and shared passion for their community to this important discussion. I'm so excited for you to hear it. So let's dive in—here's my conversation with Helen Augare Carlson and Dylan DesRosier. --- Helen Carlson Dylan DesRosier Full episode notes and links: https://mountainandprairie.com/helen-dylan/ --- This episode is brought to you in partnership with the Colorado chapter of The Nature Conservancy and TNC chapters throughout the Western United States. Guided by science and grounded by decades of collaborative partnerships, The Nature Conservancy has a long-standing legacy of achieving lasting results to create a world where nature and people thrive. During the last week of every month throughout 2025, Mountain & Prairie will be delving into conversations with a wide range of The Nature Conservancy's leaders, partners, collaborators, and stakeholders, highlighting the myriad of conservation challenges, opportunities, and solutions here in the American West and beyond. To learn more about The Nature Conservancy's impactful work in the West and around the world, visit www.nature.org --- TOPICS DISCUSSED: 3:03 - Introductions, starting with Helen 7:18 - Helen's Blackfeet names 12:18 - When to use “Blackfoot” or “Blackfeet” 13:33 - Dylan's bio and Blackfeet name 17:48 - Community health and education 23:03 - Why Dylan wanted to plug into TNC 26:48 - Blackfeet connection to land 30:33 - Helen's thoughts on TNC 36:03 - Face-to-face trust 38:48 - Chief Mountain initiative 45:48 - Measuring progress on a huge timeframe 50:48 - Progress in Helen's view 56:03 - Like biodiversity, human diversity is important, too 1:01:03 - What Dylan's learned from Helen 1:03:03 - And what Helen's learned from Dylan 1:06:33 - Book recs 1:12:33 - Parting words 1:15:03 - A Land Back addendum --- ABOUT MOUNTAIN & PRAIRIE: Mountain & Prairie - All Episodes Mountain & Prairie Shop Mountain & Prairie on Instagram Upcoming Events About Ed Roberson Support Mountain & Prairie Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts

Homeopathy Hangout with Eugénie Krüger
Ep 375: The Sacred Art of Shameeah: Exploring C4 Triturations with Dr. Roland Guenther

Homeopathy Hangout with Eugénie Krüger

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2025 71:22


Ever wondered how triturations can elevate your understanding of remedies? Join Dr. Roland Guenther as he unveils his unique approach to C4 triturations, or "Shameeah," a practice that uncovers the physical, emotional, and mental layers of remedies in a transformative way. He explains how the energy within a group setting amplifies the experience, allowing for a deeper connection to the healing process. Dr. Guenther also shares profound insights on transgenerational trauma, drawing from his studies with Thomas Hubel and his time with Indigenous cultures in Canada. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on how homeopathy can help us reconnect to our roots, heal ancestral wounds, and find a deeper connection to the land we call home.   Episode Highlights: 03:39 - The Adventure of Discovery 06:16 - Dr. Guenther's Journey into Homeopathy 08:55 - Homeopathy as a Spiritual Path 13:45 - Introduction to C4 Triturations 18:34 - The Journey of Understanding Remedies 24:12 - Exploring the process of trituration 29:08 - Synchronicity that Occurs During the Trituration Process 34:36 - Healing Through Ancestral Lines 40:23 - Transgenerational Trauma: Can We Ever Truly Heal It? 49:40 - When Culture Holds You Back 52:15 - The Law of Attraction and Resonance 58:01 - Why We Can't Heal Trauma Alone   About my Guest: Dr. Roland Guenther is a seasoned medical doctor, homeopath, and spiritual healer with over 30 years of experience in the field of healing. After beginning his career as a surgeon and family doctor, Roland grew disillusioned with the mechanical approach of conventional medicine and sought a more holistic path. He was introduced to homeopathy early in his career, captivated by its alignment with spiritual teachings and its remarkable efficacy in treating severe diseases. With a deep passion for spiritual healing, Roland spent years studying Native American traditions, living with the Blackfoot people and the Huichol in Mexico, where he connected with nature and learned sacred practices. In 2005, he immigrated to Canada, where he now focuses on both individual client work and teaching homeopathy, with a particular emphasis on C4-homeopathy, which explores the spiritual dimensions of healing. Roland also leads Shameeah Workshops across North America and Europe, fostering heart-to-heart communication with nature and all living beings.   Find out more about Dr. Roland Guenther Website: https://vancouverislandhomeopathy.com/   If you would like to support the Homeopathy Hangout Podcast, please consider making a donation by visiting www.EugenieKruger.com and click the DONATE button at the top of the site. Every donation about $10 will receive a shout-out on a future episode.   Join my Homeopathy Hangout Podcast Facebook community here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/HelloHomies   Follow me on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/eugeniekrugerhomeopathy/   Here is the link to my free 30-minute Homeopathy@Home online course: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vqBUpxO4pZQ&t=438s   Upon completion of the course - and if you live in Australia - you can join my Facebook group for free acute advice (you'll need to answer a couple of questions about the course upon request to join): www.facebook.com/groups/eughom

SOUL Purpose ~ with Caroline Carey ~ a journey of human-soul stories that lead to entrepreneurial offerings

Stephanie MacKay is the founder of Myth Club and is co-founder and Director of Fianna Wilderness School. She specializes in ancestral knowledge, earth-based skills, ceremony and myth. Stephanie has a degree in literature, which has been enriched by over 15 years of transformative practice and study. She has delved deep into the realms of myth and initiation through trainings with Animas Valley Institute, Haven Institute, Wilderness Awareness School, and over a decade of study with Martín Prechtel. Her work is deeply informed by the time she spent in Alberta collaborating with Blackfoot and Métis elders as a part of the Rediscovery Initiative. She has held the role of senior guide and director at nature-based organizations across Western Canada. Stephanie is dedicated to uncovering the vestiges of intact cultural origins within the body of old European mythologies. Drawing from the wellspring of these old mythologies, she seeks to uncover the hidden pathways that lead us to our cultural origins—reviving traditions long forgotten and holding space for the rehydration of ancestral wisdom.www.stephaniemackay.caVisit Middle Earth Medicine where you can join our community membership for deeper soul explorations: https://middleearthmedicine.com/mem-community/ , learn more and connect with Caroline.Your donations directly fuel the growth of this podcast! They allow Caroline to bring in even more wonderful teachers and inspiring guests and expand her reach to uplift more listeners. Please show your support and become part of the magic! Donations of any amount are deeply appreciated. You can make a secure donation through PayPal using this link paypal.me/carolinecarey60  Thank you for listening to this podcast, let's spread the word together to support the embodiment of soul, to reclaim our spirituality and to remember a broken innocence, a reclaiming of soul and our life force. Gratitude to you all https://plus.acast.com/s/how-to-find-our-soul-purpose. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

BYU-Idaho Radio
Blackfoot to host State of the City/County Luncheon

BYU-Idaho Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 9:03


The Greater Blackfoot Chamber of Commerce will host the State of the City/County Luncheon on February 19. Cody Miller interviews Jamie Popejoy about the event.

Nature :: Spirit — Spirituality in a Living World

Do we have everything within us to make good decisions? When Abraham Maslow lived among the Blackfoot people, he learned their answer was yes. Today we hear from Indigenous voices on knowing from within, or “sovereignty of mind.” And we look at the long habit in Western history of defining knowledge instead as the ideas handed down from outside authorities—a habit feeding the rise of authoritarianism and fascism today. Plus a moment from my own life when I took a step toward reuniting with my own heart. Get full access to Nature :: Spirit — Kinship in a living world at priscillastuckey.substack.com/subscribe

BYU-Idaho Radio
New Blackfoot High School CTE and Student Center

BYU-Idaho Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 9:39


Blackfoot High School is constructing a new Career and Technical Education (CTE) and Student Center, with Assistant Superintendent Ryan Wilson overseeing the project.

Pro-Tips! With Amanda and Freddie
S2:E4 PT 2 Valorie Blanchard - Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo Superintendent

Pro-Tips! With Amanda and Freddie

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 37:59


Part 2 of our chat with Valorie Blanchard, Superintendent of the award winning, Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo held in Blackfoot, Idaho September 1-3 2025.

Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
705 | Fly Fishing the Land of the Giants with Jeff Lattig of Living Water Guide

Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 58:18


#705 Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/705 Presented By:  Pescador on the Fly, Heated Core, Visit Helena, MT Are you ready to fish one of the best tailwaters out west? Today, we're heading to the Land of the Giants on the Missouri River with Jeff Lattig from Living Water Guide.  Jeff shares tips on fishing rivers and reservoirs, even in winter. We're talking about the must-have fly color for winter, how to avoid a sloppy mend, and why the short leash nymphing method might just change the way you fish. Show Notes with Jeff Lattig on Fly Fishing the Land of the Giants.  03:06 - Winter on the Missouri River is slightly different, but it's still a great time to catch some big fish. The day usually starts later, at around 9:30 or 10 AM, just to let the sun warm things up a bit. Jeff talks about fishing deep, slow winter water and using flies like pink scuds and worms. If the wind is calm, you might even get some great midge fishing with dry flies. Jeff says pink flies, like pill poppers and lightning bugs, are popular in winter.  Winter Fishing vs Summer Fishing in the Missouri  Winter fishing on the Missouri River can be easier than fishing in the summer. Fish are a bit slower and less picky, so it's easier to catch them. But they're also not as hungry, so it's all about finding the right depth and being patient. Jeff said the best part about winter fishing is fewer anglers. Dry Fly Fishing on the Missouri 09:16 - Dry fly fishing on the Missouri can be trickier than on rivers like the Clark Fork or Blackfoot. The flies are smaller, so even a small mistake, like a sloppy mend, can cause your fly to sink. Plus, the weeds in the water add an extra challenge. Jeff said downstream hook sets can be challenging for beginners. You must wait for the fish to take the fly before setting the hook. When to Set the Hook and How to Avoid Sloppy Mends? Jeff says the key is patience. You want to wait until the fish completely takes the fly. Here's what Jeff recommends to avoid sloppy mends: Avoid sloppy mends by using a reach cast to place your fly where you want it. Stack your line out to feed it properly and get that perfect drift. Short leaders (9 to 12 feet) are usually enough—no need for crazy long leaders! Leader Size and Technique for Dry Fly Fishing on the Missouri The leader size for dry fly fishing in Missouri depends on the fly you're using. Here's the breakdown: For smaller flies (like size 18), choose a 4x to 5x leader. For larger flies (like chubby Chernobyls or grasshoppers), use 2x or 3x to prevent twisting and get a good turnover. The technique stays the same even in the winter. Jeff says that if there aren't many fish rising, they fish blind.  https://youtu.be/9U1jUdOjsLA?si=TGkZjLa7cE5f2_8Q Hopper Season on the Missouri 13:03 - Hopper season runs from late July through September. During this time, Jeff targets shallow waters (less than 2 feet deep) with grasshoppers. Here's what you should look for: Faster, choppy water with good oxygen levels Current breaks and structure, especially wood (as Jeff says, "wood is good") Fish with a single hopper or a hopper dropper Missouri is known for its epic grasshopper fishing, but other hatches like PMDs, caddis, tricks, and pseudocloeons. What is Short Leash Nymphing?  17:34 - Short leash nymphing is a technique where you target super shallow water, where larger fish tend to feed. The method involves using soft landing indicators placed a few feet above the flies, typically two to three feet.  Anglers cast to specific spots like gravel bars or drops where fish feed. The technique requires precision and frequent casting. Check out this article on Short Leash Nymphing on the Missouri River. How Do You Find Fish in Shallow Water? To find fish in shallow water, look for areas where the water gets shallow, like gravel bars, shorelines, or center river flats. These are the spots you want to target when nymphing.  Make sure your flies, indicators, and weight are set for that depth. Short leash nymphing makes it easy because you can visually spot those shallow areas and focus your efforts there. Dealing with Weeds When Nymphing Weeds can be a big issue when nymphing, especially in the summer months in Missouri. Sometimes, you might need to switch to unweighted flies to float over weed beds, especially in faster or deeper water. Jeff says that areas near the dam have less vegetation due to cooler water, but warmer temperatures bring more weeds further downriver. https://youtu.be/wxbXwDgqhAU?si=BxebQWXWKz3XArRG Fly Fishing the Land of the Giants  The "Land of Giants" is a stretch of river below Hauser Dam, about 3 to 4 miles long and known for its huge fish. You can catch fish around 18 to 22 inches, with some reaching 24 inches or more.  This section is regulated with permits. Only 50 guides can operate there for commercial use. Jeff says they use jet boats to fish the area. 26:45 - You don't need a drift boat to fish the Missouri, but it helps. Wade fishing can be great, especially when flows are low.  Below Hauser Dam is the sweet spot for guided trips. If you're into walleye or spin fishing, places like Hauser or Canyon Ferry Reservoirs are options, too, but most fly fishing happens below Hauser. Best Time to Fish June and July are the best months for fishing. The main hatches are pale morning duns and caddis. As summer turns into fall, expect Trico and pseudocloeons, and then in late October, the Blue-wing olives show up. Even in winter, there's still fishing with midges and chironomids.   Tips to Catch More Fish in the Land of Giants 40:33 - Jeff Lattig shares two key tips for fishing the Land of Giants:  Let Your Fly Hunt: When fishing with an indicator, let your flies hunt instead of constantly casting. Know Your Depth: Make sure your flies are at the right depth. If you're fishing 10 feet of water, keep your flies close to the bottom. Top Winter Flies for the Land of the Giants  You don't need to match the hatch exactly—it's more about the drift and timing. Here are some top choices for flies that work great in winter: Pill Popper  Pink Lightning Bug Radiation Baetis Thin Mint Parachute Adams Griffith's Gnat   Show Notes:  https://wetflyswing.com/705  

Rob and Trish MacGregor's The Mystical Underground
TMU Time Machine:20230507: Salicrow: Spirit Speaker

Rob and Trish MacGregor's The Mystical Underground

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 12, 2025 67:20


Revisit Trish and Rob's May 2023 conversation with... Salicrow is a psychic medium and author who weaves the traditions of her Irish Traveler and Blackfoot heritage with modern magical techniques. For more than 30 years, she has worked as a spirit channel, seer, and intuitive healer, offering readings and teaching workshops throughout the United States and internationally. Salicrow's book is SPIRIT SPEAKER: A Medium's Guide to Death and Dying. It's also an excellent guide to the afterlife, which we'll discuss. Salicrow: https://www.salicrow.com/ TMU Blog: https://themysticalunderground.com/

Pro-Tips! With Amanda and Freddie
S2:E4 PT1 Valorie Blanchard - Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo Superintendent

Pro-Tips! With Amanda and Freddie

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 39:10


Amanda and Freddie have a great visit with one of their favorite rodeo peeps, Valorie Blanchard, the Superintendent and boss lady behind the award-winning Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo in Blackfoot, Idaho. Give a watch to hear how the Gem State Classic got started and what Val and her amazing committee does to produce Eastern Idaho State Fair's Award-winning Gem State Classic Pro Rodeo. As always, Like. Comment. Share and subscribe!

108.9 The Hawk
108.9 The Hawk - Best Of 2024 - Part Two

108.9 The Hawk

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 76:05


So many great moments from 2024 that we had to do TWO episodes to get them all in! In this episode enjoy greats like Dave Holmes! Kristen Bartlett! Rekha Shankar! Danny Tamberelli! Natasha Vaynblat! Caissie St. Onge! Will Hines! Bobby Moynihan! And so many more! Local weatherperson, Greg Fresca (Dave Holmes) sings the praises of Val Verde Extreme Heat Days! Moms For Freedom spokeswoman, Jill Jurgens (Kristen Bartlett) gives a haunting warning of what Halloween candy will contain this year. COMMERCIAL: The Fabulous Thunderbirds Shipping Company COMMERCIAL: Wish You Were Beer Dr. Shelia Hands (Rekha Shankar) completely rebuilt the hands of Chris Martin from Coldplay. Whisp remembers a time when the classic rock band, Blackfoot attacked him with their Train, Train.  Danny Tamberelli was just on-air at KSLOB and apparently they have a better green room spread than the one in the Rock & Roll RV! Linda Labs (Natasha Vaynblat) talks about her new earplug business, Cork Plugz. Crystal Parker (Caissie St. Onge) has desperately been trying to pitch a reality show based on her cheer squad and her cheer coaching practices.  Long Flyball bassist, Jeff Weatherman (Will Hines) explains why his Outfield tribute band only plays “Your Love.” COMMERCIAL: Val Verde Christian Fellowship COMMERCIAL: Dave Matthews Pest Control Got ED? Then try out Black Crowes erectile dysfunction product, CROWES. Channel 8 has a new “Running Man” style game show called “Steve Miller's Take The Money And Run.” Bobby Moynihan vs. Mayor Lee Roth. FIGHT OF THE CENTURY! DJ Buttafuoco (Sean O'Connor) on his current relationship with the chicken finger chain, Raising Canes. 108.9 The Hawk Concert Calendar Art Spart Traffic: Mungo Jerry Risky Jake's, a new sponsor of The Geoff and Whisp Show. Dan Luis Obispo (Aaron Burdette) on Clarita, the giant Gundam he built in front of his trailer.  Paul Beauchamp (Brian Wecht) explains why smooth jazz musicians keep their secrets. Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Expert, Bob Panachowski (Joe Kwaczala) on Tom Petty. COMMERCIAL: A PSA from Geoff “The Angry Man” Garlock COMMERCIAL: Flemington Laxatives Sir Paul McCartney (Pat Cassels) joins Geoff and Whisp backstage at the Verde Dome. Why are The Mattress Boys of Val Verde hacking Chainsley Reddit (Alise Morales)?! Jeff Nighty (Jordan Morris) on his dad's mattress business and the magic of the Steve Miller mattress. Mike Kelton on his very real podcast, Beyond with Mike Kelton! “At The Top.” Whisp Turlington from the “At The Top” Original Motion Picture Soundtrack. 1993. Love 108.9 The Hawk? HERE'S WHERE TO GET IT ALL & HOW TO HELP! Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify, Apple, or whatever you listen on! Give a five-star review on Apple Podcasts! Get official merch: http://tee.pub/lic/goodrockshirts Early access & bonus shows: https://patreon.com/1089thehawk Follow us on social media: YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, Bluesky, Threads Learn more & sign up for our mailing list: https://1089thehawk.com

Dreamer Cigars Podcast
Perfect Pairing Podcast EP 40: Big Sky Blackfoot with Westward, Brother's Bond, and Hogsworth

Dreamer Cigars Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 32:20


Adam and Chris start 2025 off with the boutique Big Sky Blackfoot cigar. With this cigar they tested a wide range of pairings with Westward Pinot Noir Cask, Brother's Bond Bottled in Bond, and lastly Hogsworth. One of these pairings ended up as a 9 rating for Chris, tune in to find out which one!

National Parks Traveler Podcast
National Parks Traveler Podcast | Threatened and Endangered Parks

National Parks Traveler Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2025 50:17


We're five days into 2025, and already there's a lot of news concerning national parks and the National Park Service. Traveler Editor-in-Chief Kurt Repanshek is joined today by Contributing Editor Kim O'Connell to discuss  the Traveler's 4th Annual Threatened and Endangered Park Series and other recent park-related news.

Superhero Ethics
Prey and Indigenous Representation

Superhero Ethics

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 78:39


Matthew and Riki dive deep into Indigenous representation in media, using the 2022 film Prey as a launching point for a broader discussion about the evolution of Native American portrayals in Hollywood. The conversation explores how this Predator franchise entry breaks new ground while honoring both the source material and Indigenous culture.How does Prey set a new standard for Indigenous representation? The hosts discuss the film's groundbreaking achievements, including its predominantly Native cast led by Amber Midthunder, authentic cultural consultation, and the historic creation of a Comanche language dub – a first in movie history. The discussion highlights how producer Jane Myers' involvement as a Comanche and Blackfoot consultant helped ensure cultural authenticity throughout production.What can we learn from revisiting Dances With Wolves (1990)? Riki presents a compelling case for reexamining the film's legacy, arguing that while imperfect, it represented a significant step forward in Native American representation. The hosts explore how the film launched the careers of prominent Native actors like Graham Greene and Wes Studi, while setting new standards for language authenticity and cultural portrayal in mainstream Hollywood.How do these films compare to other attempts at cultural representation? The conversation expands to examine other films like The Last Samurai and Avatar, discussing the complex dynamics of white savior narratives and the importance of authentic cultural consultation in historical dramas.Other topics covered:The evolution of the Predator franchise and how Prey reinvents itThe role of French trappers in the film and their thematic significanceThe importance of authentic language use in Indigenous filmsThe impact of Dances With Wolves on subsequent Native American representation in HollywoodThe complexities of casting Native actors across different tribal affiliationsThe problematic aspects of The Last Samurai and its historical inaccuraciesThe representation of Indigenous peoples in modern media and tourist cultureThe episode concludes by emphasizing the ongoing journey toward better Indigenous representation in media, highlighting both the progress made and the work still needed. While Prey represents a significant step forward, the hosts acknowledge that authentic representation requires continued commitment from the entertainment industry to elevate Indigenous voices both in front of and behind the camera.Use these links to get some of the books and movies we mention on the podcast, while helping us keep the lights on!Comanche Marker Trees of Texas by Jimmy Arterberry, one of the authenticity consultants on PreyPreyDances with WolvesThe Last SamuraiAvatar**************************************************************************This episode is a production of Superhero Ethics, a The Ethical Panda Podcast and part of the TruStory FM Entertainment Podcast Network. Check our our website to find out more about this and our sister podcast Star Wars Generations.We want to hear from you! You can keep up with our latest news, and send us feedback, questions, or comments via social media or email.Email: Matthew@TheEthicalPanda.comFacebook: TheEthicalPandaInstagram: TheEthicalPandaPodcastsTwitter: EthicalPanda77Or you can join jump into the Star Wars Generations and Superhero Ethics channels on the TruStory FM Discord.Want to get access to even more content while supporting the podcast? Become a member! For $5 a month, or $55 a year you get access to bonus episodes and bonus content at the end of most episodes. Sign up on the podcast's main page. You can even give membership as a gift!You can also support our podcasts through our sponsors:Purchase a lightsaber from Level Up Sabers run by friend of the podcast Neighborhood Master AlanUse Audible for audiobooks. Sign up for a one year membership or gift one through this link.Purchase any media discussed this week through our sponsored links.

Indigenous Vision
Your Dream Tipi is waiting!

Indigenous Vision

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 45:33


It might be hard to believe we're raffling a Blackfoot style, fully furnished Tipi, but we are! Your entry not only gives you a chance to win, it puts money directly into our cultural conservation efforts. 2025 is our 10 year anniversary as a nonprofit and we're celebrating at the Grand Opening of the new Bear Gulch Pictograph Visitor Center on June 14th where the Dream Tipi winner will be announced! You can look over all the details and enter to win here! We've also announced our next Cultural Humility trainings for 2025! Register for our February or May cohorts now. Indigenous Vision Fall 2024 Newsletter. Support our work by donating here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Indigenous Vision this ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Native Am⁠⁠⁠erican Heritage Month⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Donate:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.indigenousvision.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ channel! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠#MMIWarriors Self Defense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ information. Learn more about⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Indigenous Vision⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The IVPodcast is hosted by Indigenous Vision Executive Director, Souta Callinglast (Blackfoot Nation) and is produced by co-host, Melissa Spence (Anishinaabe Nation)

Seeing Them Live
S02E10 - Kurt Cobain Throws Jim's Shoe

Seeing Them Live

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 8, 2024 51:00


In the final episode of Season 2, Charles welcomes Jim Turbert, an American communication technologist and podcaster residing in Rotterdam. Jim reflects on his first concert at age 13, where Ringo Starr's performance left a lasting impression, partly thanks to his music-loving uncle who influenced his musical tastes. He recounts various memorable concerts, including a powerful Afghan Wigs show in Boston, where lead singer Greg Dooley's storytelling made the performance unforgettable, even despite later learning Dooley's on-stage declaration of being on acid was untrue.Jim shares his appreciation for technically proficient artists like Mike Watt and Nels Cline, recounting a particularly electrifying performance that displayed exceptional guitar skills. His experiences underscore the importance of venue acoustics and crowd energy, such as how silence and attention at a Sigur Rós concert added to the immersive quality of the show. Conversely, he describes a disappointing Eagles concert during their 'When Hell Freezes Over' tour due to multiple breaks and inflated egos.A standout anecdote involves Jim losing a shoe while crowd-surfing at a Nirvana concert, only to have Kurt Cobain toss it backstage, leaving him to navigate the chilly New England night unshod. Amid these personal stories, Jim also touches on the broader implications of concert experiences, including nostalgic reflections on hitchhiking back from a Sonic Youth concert with friends and the pure joy of witnessing an early White Stripes performance in a frat house setting.In addition to sharing concert stories, Jim speaks about his podcast, 'Feel Free to Deviate,' which delves into people's career paths and their relationships with success. The podcast captures various personal and professional journeys, underscoring Jim's curiosity and communication skills.BANDS: Afghan Wigs, Aerosmith, Beatles, Black Crows, Blackfoot, Breeders, Clarence Clemens, Deep Purple, Dire Straits, Dr. John, The Eagles, Joe Walsh, Led Zeppelin, Living Color, Lounge Acts, Mason Ruffner, Ministry, Minutemen, Nazareth, Nick Cave, Nils Lofgren, Otoboke Beaver, Porno for Pyros, Radiohead, Ringo Starr, Rolling Stones, Sigur Rós, Soundgarden, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Sonic Youth, Ten Years After, the Doors, U2, Walter Trout, White Stripes, Willie Preston.VENUES: T. T. the Bears, Row Town, Lansdowne Street, Lake Compounce, University of Massachusetts, Panarchy, Orpheum, University of Vermont, Berklee Performance Center. PATREON:https://www.patreon.com/SeeingThemLivePlease help us defer the cost of producing this podcast by making a donation on Patreon.WEBSITE:https://seeingthemlive.com/Visit the Seeing Them Live website for bonus materials including the show blog, resource links for concert buffs, photos, materials related to our episodes, and our Ticket Stub Museum.INSTAGRAM:https://www.instagram.com/seeingthemlive/FACEBOOK:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550090670708

Unreserved
Unmapped: Alberta

Unreserved

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2024 54:09


Áísínai'pi (where the pictures are) holds more than 200 petroglyphs and pictographs that tell the story of the Blackfoot in southern Alberta. They help tell a different story of a province known for its hikes, ski slopes and dinosaur bones. This week Rosanna heads to Alberta to explore popular tourist destinations through an Indigenous lens. From the Rockies to the Badlands, take the road less traveled with our Indigenous guides.

Crime Fix with Angenette Levy
Teen Left Dead Baby in Box at Hospital: Police

Crime Fix with Angenette Levy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 16:19


Angel Newberry, 18, is charged with failing to report a death after police in Blackfoot, Idaho said she gave birth to a baby girl who died and then left the baby a Safe Haven Baby Box. The baby boxes are places were parents can surrender babies anonymously at hospitals and firehouses without repercussions. Law&Crime's Angenette Levy goes over the allegations with the founder of the Safe Haven Baby Boxes in this episode of Crime Fix — a daily show covering the biggest stories in crime.PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you're ever injured in an accident, you can check out Morgan & Morgan. You can submit a claim in 8 clicks or less without having to leave your couch. To start your claim, visit: https://www.forthepeople.com/CrimeFixHost:Angenette Levy https://twitter.com/Angenette5CRIME FIX PRODUCTION:Head of Social Media, YouTube - Bobby SzokeSocial Media Management - Vanessa BeinVideo Editing - Daniel CamachoGuest Booking - Alyssa Fisher & Diane KayeSTAY UP-TO-DATE WITH THE LAW&CRIME NETWORK:Watch Law&Crime Network on YouTubeTV: https://bit.ly/3td2e3yWhere To Watch Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3akxLK5Sign Up For Law&Crime's Daily Newsletter: https://bit.ly/LawandCrimeNewsletterRead Fascinating Articles From Law&Crime Network: https://bit.ly/3td2IqoLAW&CRIME NETWORK SOCIAL MEDIA:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lawandcrime/Twitter: https://twitter.com/LawCrimeNetworkFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lawandcrimeTwitch: https://www.twitch.tv/lawandcrimenetworkSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Ancestral Science
Gravitational Waves from the Blackfoot MacGyver

Ancestral Science

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2024 78:01


The Ancestral Science Podcast was grateful to chat with Blackfoot Physicist COREY GRAY about inspiring to be the "Blackfoot MacGyver," the connection between the Blackfoot language and Albert Einstein, how we are all a part of space-time, chirps and hairy neutron stars, supermassive blackholes and wolf eyes, and the importance of seeing people that "look like you" in science and physics. Hand to heart to support from Indigenous Screen Office and Storyhive.Take a moment to like, share, follow, and rate, it is much appreciated. Now, open your minds and heart to teachings from the very very big to the very very small. Remember, you can support the pod and rock some unique Indigenous Science merch at www.relationalsciencecircle.com/shop, all proceeds go towards Knowledge Keeper honoraria, following protocols, and keeping the pod going.Cool links:-Gravitational wave SOUND: https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/video/ligo20160211v2-https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/corey-gray-siksika-blackfoot-nation-mcgyver-1.5145208-https://www.northcountrypublicradio.org/news/npr/1211597243/the-first-ever-detection-of-gravitational-waves-and-the-powwow-that-preceded-itFull Shownotes (a great resource for teachers and educators): hereCheck out https://www.relationalsciencecircle.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cool Weird Awesome with Brady Carlson
Clyde Stubblefield, Music's Original Funky Drummer

Cool Weird Awesome with Brady Carlson

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 3:29


Today in 1969, at a session for soul and funk icon James Brown, drummer Clyde Stubblefield laid down what's probably the most sampled beat of all time. Plus: today in 2021, the premiere of "Sooyii," the first movie filmed entirely in the Blackfoot language. Funky Drummer — pop history was made when James Brown hollered ‘Hit it!' (Financial Times)  Film shot entirely in Blackfoot language, on tribal land to premiere (The Missoulian) Make it funky when you support our show on Patreon --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coolweirdawesome/support

Short Wave
Picking Up Cosmic Vibrations

Short Wave

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 13:57


A pivotal week in Corey Gray's life began with a powwow in Alberta and culminated with a piece of history: The first-ever detection of gravitational waves from the collision of two neutron stars. Corey was on the graveyard shift at LIGO, the Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory in Hanford, Washington, when the historic signal came. This episode, Corey talks about the discovery, the "Gravitational Wave Grass Dance Special" that preceded it and how he got his Blackfoot name. (encore)Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast
Podcast #186: Grand Targhee Managing Director & General Manager Geordie Gillett

The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2024 74:19


This podcast hit paid subscribers' inboxes on Oct. 31. It dropped for free subscribers on Nov. 7. To receive future episodes as soon as they're live, and to support independent ski journalism, please consider an upgrade to a paid subscription. You can also subscribe to the free tier below:WhoGeordie Gillett, Managing Director and General Manager of Grand Targhee, WyomingRecorded onSeptember 30, 2024About Grand TargheeClick here for a mountain stats overviewOwned by: The Gillett FamilyLocated in: Alta, WyomingYear founded: 1969Pass affiliations: Mountain Collective: 2 days, no blackoutsClosest neighboring ski areas: Jackson Hole (1:11), Snow King (1:22), Kelly Canyon (1:34) – travel times vary considerably given time of day, time of year, and weather conditions.Base elevation: 7,650 feet (bottom of Sacajawea Lift)Summit elevation: 9,862 feet at top of Fred's Mountain; hike to 9,920 feet on Mary's NippleVertical drop: 2,212 feet (lift-served); 2,270 feet (hike-to)Skiable Acres: 2,602 acresAverage annual snowfall: 500 inchesTrail count: 95 (10% beginner, 70% intermediate, 15% advanced, 5% expert)Lift count: 6 (1 six-pack, 2 high-speed quads, 2 fixed-grip quads, 1 carpet – view Lift Blog's inventory of Grand Targhee's lift fleet)Why I interviewed himHere are some true facts about Grand Targhee:* Targhee is the 19th-largest ski area in the United States, with 2,602 lift-served acres.* That makes Targhee larger than Jackson Hole, Snowbird, Copper, or Sun Valley.* Targhee is the third-largest U.S. ski area (behind Whitefish and Powder Mountain) that is not a member of the Epic or Ikon passes.* Targhee is the fourth-largest independently owned and operated ski area in America, behind Whitefish, Powder Mountain, and Alta.* Targhee is the fifth-largest U.S. ski area outside of Colorado, California, and Utah (following Big Sky, Bachelor, Whitefish, and Schweitzer).And yet. Who do you know who has skied Grand Targhee who has not skied everywhere? Targhee is not exactly unknown, but it's a little lost in skiing's Bermuda Triangle of Jackson Hole, Sun Valley, and Big Sky, a sunken ship loaded with treasure for whoever's willing to dive a little deeper.Most ski resort rankings will plant Alta-Snowbird or Whistler or Aspen or Vail at the top. Understandably so – these are all great ski areas. But I appreciate this take on Targhee from skibum.net, a site that hasn't been updated in a couple of years, but is nonetheless an excellent encyclopedia of U.S. skiing (boldface added by me for emphasis):You can start easy, then get as wild and remote as you dare. Roughly 20% of the lift-served terrain (Fred's Mountain) is groomed. The snowcat area (Peaked Mountain) is completely ungroomed, completely powder, totally incredible [Peaked is lift-served as of 2022]. Comparisons to Jackson Hole are inevitable, as GT & JH share the same mountain range. Targhee is on the west side, and receives oodles more snow…and therefore more weather. Not all of it good; a local nickname is Grand Foggy. The locals ski Targhee 9 days out of 10, then shift to Jackson Hole when the forecast is less than promising. (Jackson Hole, on the east side, receives less snow and virtually none of the fog). On days when the weather is good, Targhee beats Jackson for snow quality and shorter liftlines. Some claim Targhee wins on scenery as well. It's just a much different, less crowded, less commercialized resort, with outstanding skiing. Some will argue the quality of Utah powder…and they're right, but there are fewer skiers at Targhee, so it stays longer. Some of the runs at Targhee are steep, but not as steep as the couloirs at Jackson Hole. Much more of an intermediate mountain; has a very “open” feel on virtually all of the trails. And when the powder is good, there is none better than Grand Targhee. #1 ski area in the USA when the weather is right. Hotshots, golfcondoskiers and young skiers looking for “action” (I'm over 40, so I don't remember exactly what that entails) are just about the only people who won't call Grand Targhee their all-time favorite. For the pure skier, this resort is number one.Which may lead you to ask: OK Tough Guy then why did it take you five years to talk about this mountain on your podcast? Well I get that question about once a month, and I don't really have a good answer other than that there are a lot of ski areas and I can only talk about one at a time. But here you go. And from the way this one went, I don't think it will be my last conversation with the good folks at Grand old Targhee.What we talked aboutContinued refinement of the Colter lift and Peaked Mountain expansion; upgrading cats; “we do put skiing first here”; there's a reason that finance people “aren't the only ones in the room making decisions for ski areas”; how the Peaked expansion changed Targhee; the Teton Pass highway collapse; building, and then dismantling, Booth Creek; how ignoring an answering machine message led to the purchase of Targhee; first impressions of Targhee: “How is this not the most popular ski resort in America?”; imagining Booth Creek in an Epkonic alt reality; Targhee's commitment to independence; could Targhee ever acquire another mountain?; the insane price that the Gilletts paid for Targhee; the first time you see the Rockies; massive expansion potential; corn; fixed-grip versus detach; Targhee's high percentage of intermediate terrain and whether that matters; being next-door neighbors with “the most aspirational brand in skiing”; the hardest part of expanding a ski area; potential infill lifts; the ski run Gillett would like to eliminate and why; why we're unlikely to see a lift to the true summit; and why Targhee joined Mountain Collective but hasn't joined the Ikon Pass (and whether the mountain ever would).Why I thought that now was a good time for this interviewA few things make Targhee extra relevant to our current ski moment:* Targhee is the only U.S. ski area aside from Sugar Bowl to join the Mountain Collective pass while staying off of Ikon.* In 2022, Targhee (sort of) quietly opened one of the largest lift-served North American ski expansions in the past decade, the 600-acre Peaked Mountain pod, served by the six-pack Colter lift.* The majority of large U.S. ski areas positioned on Forest Service land are bashful about their masterplans, which are publicly available documents that most resort officials wish we didn't know about. That's because these plans outline potential future expansions and upgrades that resorts would rather not prematurely acknowledge, lest they piss off the Chipmunk Police. So often when I'm like “Hey tell us about this 500-acre bowl-skiing expansion off the backside,” I get an answer that's something like, “well we look forward to working with our partners at the Forest Service to maybe consider doing that around the year 3000 after we complete our long-term study of mayfly migration routes.” But Geordie is just like, “Hell yes we want to blow the resort out in every direction like yesterday” (not an exact quote). And I freaking love the energy there.* Most large Western ski areas fall into one of two categories: big, modern, and busy (Vail, Big Sky, Palisades, Snowbird), or big, somewhat antiquated, and unknown (Discovery, Lost Trail, Silver). But Targhee has split the difference, being big, modern, and lesser-known, that rare oasis that gives you modern infrastructure (like fast lifts), without modern crowds (most of the time). It's kind of strange and kind of glorious, and probably too awesome to stay true forever, so I wanted to get there before the Brobot Bus unloaded.* Even 500-inches-in-an-average-winter Targhee has a small snowmaking system. Isn't that interesting?What I got wrong* I said that $20 million “might buy you a couple houses on the slopes at Jackson Hole.” It kind of depends on how you define “on the slopes,” and whether or not you can live without enough acreage for your private hippo zoo. If not, $24.5 million will get you this (I'm not positive that this one is zoned for immediate hippo occupation).* I said that 70 percent of Targhee's terrain was intermediate; Geordie indicated that that statistic had likely changed with the addition of the Peaked Mountain expansion. I'm working with Targhee to get updated numbers.Why you should ski Grand TargheeThe disconnect between people who write about skiing and what most people actually ski leads to outsized coverage of niche corners of this already niche activity. What percentage of skiers think that skiing uphill is fun? Can accomplish a mid-air backflip? Have ever leapt off a cliff more than four feet high? Commute via helicopter to the summit of their favorite Alaskan powder lines? The answer on all counts is probably a statistically insignificant number. But 99 percent of contemporary ski media focuses on exactly such marginal activities.In some ways I understand this. Most basketball media devote their attention to the NBA, not the playground knuckleheads at some cracked-concrete, bent-rim Harlem streetball court. It makes sense to look at the best and say wow. No one wants to watch intermediate skiers skiing intermediate terrain. But the magnifying glass hovering over the gnar sometimes clouds consumer choice. An average skier, infected by cliffity-hucking YouTubes and social media Man Bro boasting, thinks they want Corbet's and KT-22 and The Cirque at Snowbird. Which OK if you zigzag across the fall line yeah you can get down just about anything. But what most skiers need is Grand Targhee, big and approachable, mostly skiable by mostly anyone, with lots of good and light snow and a low chance of descent-by-tomahawk.Targhee's stats page puts the mountain's share of intermediate terrain at 70 percent, likely the highest of any major North American ski area (Northstar, another big-time intermediate-oriented mountain, claims 60 percent blue runs). I suspect this contributes to the resort's relatively low profile among destination skiers. Broseph Jones and his Brobot buddies examine the statistical breakdown of major resorts and are like “Yo cuz we want some Jackson trammage because we roll hard see.” Even though Targhee is bigger and gets more snow (both true) and offers a more realistic experience for the Brosephs.That's not to say that you shouldn't ski Jackson Hole. Everyone should. But steeps all day are mentally and physically draining. It's nice most of the time to not be parkouring down an elevator shaft. So go to Targhee too. And you can whoo-hoo through the deep empty trees and say “dang Brah this is hella rad Brah.” And it is.Podcast NotesOn the Peaked Mountain expansionThe Peaked Mountain terrain has been marked on Targhee's trailmap for years, but up until 2022, it was accessible mostly via snowcat:In 2022, the resort dropped a six-pack back there, better defined the trail network, and brought Peaked into the lift-served terrain package:On Grand Targhee's masterplanHere's the overview of Targhee's Forest Service master development plan. You can see potential expansions below Blackfoot (left in the image below), looker's right of Peaked/Colter (upper right), and below Sacajawea (lower right):Here's a better look at the so-called South Bowl proposal, which would add a big terrain pod contiguous with the recent Peaked expansion:Here's the MDP's inventory of proposed lifts. These things often change, and the “Peaked DC-4” listed below actualized as the Colter high-speed sixer:Targhee's snowmaking system is limited, but long-term aspirations show potential snowmaking stretching toward the top of the Dreamcatcher lift:On opposition to all of this potential expansionThere are groups of people masquerading as environmental commandos who I suspect oppose everything just to oppose it. Like oh a bobcat pooped next to that tree so we need to fence the area off from human activity for the next thousand years. But Targhee sits within a vast and amazing wilderness, the majority of which is and should be protected forever. But humans need space too, and developing a few hundred acres directly adjacent to already-developed ski terrain is the most sustainable and responsible way to do this. It's not like Targhee is saying “hey we're going to build a zipline connecting the resort to the Grand Teton.” But nothing in U.S. America can be achieved without a minimum of 45 lawsuits (it's in the Constitution), so these histrionic bozos will continue to exist.On Net Promoter Score and RRCI'm going to hurt myself if I try to overexplain this, so I'll just point toward RRC's Net Promoter Score overview page and the company's blog archive highlighting various reports. RRC sits quietly behind the ski industry but wields tremendous influence, assembling the annual Kotke end-of-season statistical report, which offers the most comprehensive annual overview of the state of U.S. skiing.On the reason I couldn't go to Grand Targhee last yearSo I was all set up to hit Targhee for a day last year and then I woke up in the middle of the night thinking “Gee I feel like I'm gonna die soon” and so I did not go skiing that day. Here's the full story if you are curious how I ended up not dying.On the Peaked terrain expansion being the hypothetical largest ski area in New HampshireI'll admit that East-West ski area size comparisons are fundamentally flawed. Eastern mountains not named Killington, Smugglers' Notch, and Sugarloaf tend to measure skiable terrain by acreage of cut trails and maintained glades (Sugarbush, one of the largest ski areas in the East by pure footprint, doesn't even count the latter). Western mountains generally count everything within their boundary. Fair enough – trying to ski most natural-growth eastern woods is like trying to ski down the stands of a packed football stadium. You're going to hit something. Western trees tend to be higher altitude, older-growth, less cluttered with undergrowth, and, um, more snow-covered. Meaning it's not unfair to include even unmarked sectors of the ski area as part of the ski area.Which is a long way of saying that numbers are hard, and that relying on ski area stats pages for accurate ski area comparisons isn't going to get you into NASA's astronaut training academy. Here's a side-by-side of 464-acre Bretton Woods – New Hampshire's largest ski area – and Targhee's 600-acre Peaked Mountain expansion, both at the same scale in Google Maps. Clearly Bretton Woods covers more area, but the majority of those trees are too dense to ski:And here's an inventory of all New Hampshire ski areas, if you're curious:On the Teton Pass highway collapseYeah so this was wild:On Booth CreekGrand Targhee was once part of the Booth Creek ski conglomerate, which now exists only as the overlord for Sierra-at-Tahoe. Here's a little history:On the ski areas at Snoqualmie Pass being “insane”We talk a bit about the “insane” terrain at Summit at Snoqualmie, a quirky ski resort now owned by Boyne. The mountain was Frankensteined together out of four legacy ski areas, three of which share a ridge and are interconnected. And then there's Alpental, marooned across the interstate, much taller and infinitely rowdier than its ho-hum brothers. Alpy, as a brand and as a badass, is criminally unknown outside of its immediate market, despite being on the Ikon Pass since 2018. But, as Gillett notes, it is one of the roughest, toughest mountains going:On Targhee's sinkholePer Jackson Hole News and Guide in September of last year:About two weeks ago, a day or so after torrential rain, and a few days after a downhill mountain biking race concluded on the Blondie trail, Targhee ski patrollers noticed that something was amiss. Only feet away from the muddy meander that mountain bikers had zipped down, a mound of earth had disappeared.In its place, there was a hole of unknown, but concerning, size.Subsequent investigations — largely, throwing rocks into the hole while the resort waits for more technical tools — indicate that the sinkhole is at least 8 feet wide and about 40 feet deep, if not more. There are layers of ice caking the walls a few feet down, and the abyss is smack dab in the middle of the resort's prized ski run.Falling into a sinkhole would be a ridiculous way to go. Like getting crushed by a falling piano or flattened under a steamroller. Imagine your last thought on earth is “Bro are you freaking kidding me with this s**t?”On the overlap between Mountain Collective and IkonMountain Collective and Ikon share a remarkable 26 partner ski areas. Only Targhee, Sugar Bowl, Marmot Basin, Bromont, Le Massif du Charlevoix, and newly added Megève have joined Mountain Collective while holding out on Ikon.The Storm explores the world of lift-served skiing year-round. Join us.The Storm publishes year-round, and guarantees 100 articles per year. This is article 70/100 in 2024, and number 570 since launching on Oct. 13, 2019. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.stormskiing.com/subscribe

Tell Me Your Story
Suzanne Taylor - Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs Was Incomplete_youtube-1

Tell Me Your Story

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 72:13


https://suespeaks.org/ Six Degrees of Kevin Bacon - and Abraham Maslow. It's closer than you think. I wrote earlier this week about how Maslow's hierarchy of needs had a profound effect on me in my early years. I discovered Maslow's hierarchy of needs when I was eleven years old. Understanding that hierarchy as an eleven-year-old made me feel that I was enlightened; like I knew something most other people didn't. I didn't know the whole story. Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a very useful tool. However, I had never considered that it comes from a very distinct worldview with its own assumptions and biases. That doesn't make it wrong or evil, just incomplete. I only recently learned how incomplete. In 1938, Maslow traveled to Northern Alberta, Canada where one of four Blackfoot (also known as the Siksika) Nations is located. This was the traditional territory of the Blackfoot Nation. Maslow spent six weeks with the Blackfoot Nation as part of his research. Analysis of his work shows that he really didn't understand their ways of knowing. It appears that Maslow may have been influenced by the Blackfoot. Later in his life, he questioned his hierarchy, but it does not appear he based his hierarchy on their worldview. A common criticism of Maslow's hierarchy is that it is rather individualistic, and comes from an individual-centered society, not a collective-focused society. Maslow found the Blackfoot “a very generous people” and said, “They seem definitely not to have any major anxieties or repressed aggression.” These were things he was expecting, because they were prominent in the world he came from, and he found it odd that a culture could be less anxious and less aggressive than what he had known from his previous experiences. Maslow describes their society as unusual. From his point of view, it was. Maslow experienced the Blackfoot people from a very Euro-centric point of view. He didn't come out and say that their culture was inferior, but by calling it unusual he seems to be categorizing it as something “less than” his own. I'm not being overly critical of Maslow. He was a man of his time, and I'm not surprised by the reactions of a white man in an Indigenous culture 80 years ago being one of misunderstanding and bemusement. He isn't dismissive of the Blackfoot people. He liked and admired them. But he didn't seem to get it. He didn't seem to understand that the Blackfoot way of looking at the world could be superior to his in some ways or could lead to better outcomes. Maslow's perspective was narrow. He had not had many cultural experiences outside of European traditions. He didn't understand their culture. It looks like he may have understood them better later in life, but we will get to that. First, let's learn more about the Blackfoot worldview.

Unreserved
Sacred Seven: Respecting and restoring our buffalo relatives

Unreserved

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 54:09


The buffalo teaches us about respect, but those teachings come with a responsibility to support these animals and bring them back to their traditional lands. Rosanna travels to Blackfoot territory to meet people who are raising buffalo and buffalo consciousness – educating others on the ecological, biological and spiritual importance of this sacred creature. It's also a time of celebration as an agreement between nearly 70 Nations – the Buffalo Treaty – turns 10 years old.

Talking IMPACT
Building Bridges with Jonathan Kaiswatum

Talking IMPACT

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2024 63:27


Send us a textIn this episode of Talking Impact, we are joined by Jonathan Kaiswatum, Director of Education for Tsuut'ina Nation, for a deep dive into his role as an educator within Indigenous communities. Jonathan shares powerful insights on the importance of mentorship and the contributions each generation makes to their communities. We also explore how reconciliation through education can reshape our collective future, fostering unity as a nation of nations. Join us for a compelling conversation about the transformative potential of education in building bridges and strengthening our communities.

I Am Refocused Podcast Show
From Dusty Boots to Global Success: A Conversation with Lady Redneck

I Am Refocused Podcast Show

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 31:44


Get ready for a foot-stompin' good time on I Am Refocused Radio with our special guest, Stephanie 'Lady Redneck' Lee! This talented country artist opens up about her family's musical roots, her shift towards Christian music, and the stories behind her hit singles. Don't miss this uplifting conversation about faith, family, and the power of music.Stephanie "Lady Redneck" Lee is a country artist from Celina, Texas.  Her high energy performances and fun, tongue-in-cheek songs are making the world sit up and take notice of Stephanie Lee was born in Blackfoot, Idaho, and raised until she was 12 years old, in a little town called Howe, Idaho, population 23.  Before junior high her parents moved to the BIG CITY of Idaho Falls, Idaho.  Stephanie Lee played in the family band, Dusty Boots, that performed all over the northwest.  She grew up playing the guitar, piano, bass, fiddle, mandolin and drums.  The family sold 40,000 CDs during their career.  Now, Stephanie is doing her own thing, releasing her own songs and earning the respect of both fans and the industry's toughest critics.   Stephanie Lee is also a dark chocolate lover and a workout-a-holic.  She loves her family, her Savior, and her country. Now living in Dallas, she speaks Spanish and a little Cebuano.Her single, “I Dented Your Truck” reached the top of the international iTunes country songs chart, while her single, “Pray for Peace” hit #1 on the UK iTunes Christian music chart!  With a shift towards releasing Christian-based music, her most recent album, "God so Loved the World" was released in December 2023.  Her latest single, "3 Days" reached #1 on the UK iTunes Christian Songs chart, while also topping the Saudi Arablia Spotify charts!this blonde bombshell. Though she doesn't look the part, her small-town roots and quirky personality have earned her the “Redneck” name that she proudly displays.  She writes from the heart. Her songs are true-to-life and based on her real, honest moments and stories.https://stan.store/LadyredneckBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/i-am-refocused-radio--2671113/support.

The John Batchelor Show
1/2: /#ENERGY: The undeveloped renewable land use on Native Reservations & What is to be done?. Nick Parker, Hoover Institution

The John Batchelor Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2024 12:32


1/2: /#ENERGY: The undeveloped renewable land use on Native Reservations & What is to be done?. Nick Parker, Hoover Institution https://www.hoover.org/sites/default/files/2022-08/Parker%20-%20Renewables%20on%20Reservations_August%5B1%5D.pdf undated Blackfoot

Montana Untamed
Ruffled feathers: Blackfoot-Clearwater owl nest pits FWP vs. photographers

Montana Untamed

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 17:29


For at least a decade, a pair of great gray owls have made their nest each spring in the top of a broken cottonwood tree trunk on the Blackfoot-Clearwater Game Range northeast of Missoula. They fledge chicks almost every year, and they’ve become increasingly popular with wildlife photographers — including professionals — who appreciate the nest’s easy access and visibility from the ground.  So it made sense that some photographers were upset this spring when they learned that the Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife & Parks planned to remove the nest. Why would FWP do that? Mainly because of the photographers themselves. And because the nest wasn’t actually natural.  With me today is Joshua Murdock, outdoors and natural resources reporter at the Missoulian. He visited the nest with an FWP biologist and met with photographers.  

The Nations of Canada
Episode 210: An Awful Dread of the Future

The Nations of Canada

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 37:12


As Canadian negotiators seek to complete their treaty-making campaign on the prairies, they find the Blackfoot intent on coming to a different kind of settlement than their neighbours to the east.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-nations-of-canada--4572969/support.

Daily Inter Lake News Now
Conversation with 'Bring Them Home' Documentary Filmakers: Blackfoot People Reintroduce Buffalo to Ancestral Lands

Daily Inter Lake News Now

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 23:29


“Bring Them Home” tells the story of a small group of Blackfoot people and their mission to establish the first wild buffalo herd on their ancestral territory since the species' near-extinction a century ago, an act that would restore the land, re-enliven traditional culture and bring much needed healing to their community. Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman speaks with filmmakers Ivan McDonald and Daniel Glick about how they documented this historic event.Learn more about the film here. A big thank you to our headline sponsor for the News Now podcast, Loren's Auto Repair! They combine skill with integrity resulting in auto service & repair of the highest caliber. Discover them in Ashley Square Mall at 1309 Hwy 2 West in Kalispell Montana, or learn more at lorensauto.com.Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journalism and please consider subscribing to us. Watch this podcast and more on our YouTube Channel. And follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X. Subscribe to all our other DIL pods! Keep up with northwest Montana sports on Keeping Score, dig into stories with Deep Dive, and jam out to local musicians with Press Play. Got a news tip, want to place an ad, or sponsor this podcast? Contact us

The Flood of '72: Fifty Years Later
Black Hills Legends and Lore Bonus Content 3

The Flood of '72: Fifty Years Later

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 48:40


Full presentation by Charles Sitting Bull talking about Sitting Bull's assassination, how his family fled, and subsequently avoided the Wounded Knee Massacre, Sitting Bull's interactions with Crowfoot, the Blackfoot chief from Canada. A significant portion of this presentation is used in episode 4.

Trail of the Week
Marshall Mountain Park

Trail of the Week

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 0:59


Explore one of Montana's newest public parks just outside of Missoula. Thanks to the efforts of Friends of Marshall Mountain, Five Valleys Land Trust, MTB Missoula and community partners, residents can now enjoy 480 acres of open space at the former Marshall Mountain Ski Area northeast of Missoula. Marshall Mountain Park is located at the confluence of the Clark Fork and Blackfoot rivers and is home to many acres of wetlands, riparian forest, scrub-shrub, and natural springs. The park provides outdoor recreation opportunities and habitat protection, with single and multi-track trail systems suitable for hiking, mountain biking, backcountry skiing, and more. To learn more about Marshall Mountain Park, nearby businesses, and great trails all across Montana, visit hikewildmontana.org.

Denusion, the Daniel Griffith Podcast
Restoring our Pre-colonial Kinship Worldview, Embracing a Fearless Trust in the Universe and Diminishing our Dependence on Brain Hemisphere Theories with Wahinkpe Topa (Four Arrows)

Denusion, the Daniel Griffith Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2024 93:13 Transcription Available


How can the indigenous or pre-colonial worldview reshape our understanding of our world? How can it reconnect us as humans, as mammals once again? Is her power accessible to everyone? Should it be....?Join Unshod Today!In today's episode, we are joined by my dear friend and mentor, Wahinkpe Topa, or Four Arrows, navigating the intersections of indigenous wisdom, its non-binary worldview, and the transformative power of becoming fully human: a relation, a kin with nature and not her dominator. We kick off this conversation with a critical discussion on the film "Indian Horse," co-produced by Christine Habler and Clint Eastwood, spotlighting the nuances of indigenous portrayal in media and the importance of authenticity and sincerity when we embrace the indigenous worldview in our own lives. Through Four Arrows' perspective, we differentiate between place-based wisdom and overarching indigenous worldviews, drawing argumentative connections with Iain McGilchrist's theories on brain hemispheres and their cultural implications.We then challenge the conventional academic frameworks held by our colonial institutes by introducing critical neurophilosophy, merging indigenous wisdom with contemporary neuroscience. This segment critiques McGilchrist's exclusion through indigenous perspectives and examines the essence of oneness, implicit in the indigenous worldview. We discuss Four Arrow's book Restoring the Kinship Worldview, which illuminates the power of worldview and the indigenous worldview's 28 precepts: nature-based and human-centered worldviews.Our conversation takes a deeper turn as we redefine hope and human connection amidst global crises. Drawing inspiration from Sitting Bull and indigenous spiritual practices, we explore concepts such as reincarnation, hypnosis, and the intrinsic value of interconnectedness. The episode culminates in a powerful discussion about moving from a fear-based or courageous culture to one of fearlessness, emphasizing the power to rebuild society through indigenous principles. We also reflect on Abraham Maslow's encounter with the Blackfoot people, challenging the Eurocentric biases that have shaped traditional views on self-actualization.Watch this Conversation on YouTubeBuy Daniel's Latest Book, StagtineWahinkpe Topa's Books:Full list HERE. Restoring the Kinship WorldviewSitting Bull's Words For a World in CrisisUnlearning the Language of Conquest Scholars Expose Anti-Indianism in America

Mysteries and Monsters
Mysteries and Monsters: Episode 299 Bigfoot with Amy Bue

Mysteries and Monsters

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2024 109:52


I welcome back the marvellous Amy Bue to the show as we catch up with everything she's been up to since her last appearance on the show. From appearing at more events, taking the Wall Street Journal out Bigfooting, being invited to the Blackfoot homelands and even a terrifying event whilst camping in the Allegheny national park, Amy tells all! You can find the Sasquatch Aunties YouTube Channel here: Project Zoobok can be found here:  A big thank you to Amy for joining me this week. Our Patreon is now live, if you want to support the show and get Ad-Free episodes, bonus content, early release of the regular show and monthly prizes for everyone who signs up! Join here now for the flat fee of $4 a month which is a bargain! You can also support the show by leaving a review to help spread the word. Don't forget, you can now show your support with our brand new Merchandise shop on Tee-Public! Click here for all the show merch! You can join us on Facebook and Instagram as well. You can also subscribe to our YouTube channel! Email us at mysteriesandmonsters@gmail.com with any feedback, guest suggestions or if you'd like to appear.            All artwork by Dean Bestall and the show was produced by Brennan Storr of the Ghost Story Guys.  Our theme music is kindly provided by the amazing Weary Pines, you can find them here:    Intro - Zombies Ate My Shotgun       Outro - Into The Night        Mysteries and Monsters is a part of the Straight Up Strange Network.  #AmyBue #Bigfoot #Sasquatch #Cryptid #Cryptozoology #ProjectZoobook #Ohio #Alaska #Montana #Blackfoot #TribalLand #NativeAmericans #BritishColumbia #LesStroud #JustinChernipeski #MountainBeastMysteries #HairyMan #Iimoitapi 

Takin A Walk
Rickey Medlocke-Guitarist for Lynyrd Skynyrd and Blackfoot.

Takin A Walk

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2024 47:55 Transcription Available


Join @thebuzzknight for this episode with Rickey Medlocke from the southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. Rickey was also a founding member for the band Blackfoot. If you have questions, comments or suggestions share them at buzz@buzzknightmedia.com. Connect with Buzz on Twitter @TheBuzzKnight and Instagram @takinawalkpodcast. Like the show? Leave us a review here. ReviewSupport the show: https://takinawalk.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The WorldView in 5 Minutes
Biden fell apart at debate, Trump supported Abortion Kill Pill, Worldview listeners have given $80,138!

The WorldView in 5 Minutes

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2024


It's Friday, June 28th, A.D. 2024. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard at www.TheWorldview.com. I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Adam McManus Laos officials arrest pastor and 5 Christians On June 22nd, village officials in central Laos arrested Pastor Mum and five other Christians as they prayed in preparation for worship services the next day, reports Morning Star News. Sirikoon Prasertsee, director of Human Rights Watcher for Lao Religious Freedom, said, “The arrests took place on Saturday at Mr. Mum's home. They are currently being imprisoned in Xaibouathong District prison.” After Pastor Mum put his faith in Christ in 2019 upon experiencing God's healing, he established a church that worshipped freely in his home According to Open Doors, Laos is the 21st most difficult country worldwide in which to be a Christian. Please keep Pastor Mum and the other five Christians in your prayers. Biden gave confusing answer on economy Last night in Atlanta, President Joe Biden, the Democrat, debated former President Donald Trump, the Republican, on CNN ahead of the November 5th presidential election. With Jake Tapper and Dana Bash as co-anchors, the set up was unusual. Unlike most presidential debates, there was no live audience.  Plus, during the answer of one candidate, his opponent's microphone was turned off which prevented any interruptions. (You can watch the entire 90-minute debate or read the debate transcript through special links at www.TheWorldview.com.) Out of the gate, the hosts asked about the economy.  Biden championed the redistribution of wealth and then became confused, reports LifeSiteNews.com. Listen. BIDEN: “What I'm gonna do is fix the tax system. For example, we have 1,000 trillionaires in America, I mean billionaires in America. And what's happening? They're in a situation where they, in fact, pay 8.2% in taxes. If they just paid 24%, 25% -- either one of those numbers -- they raise $500 million dollars, billion dollars I should say, in a 10-year period. We'd be able to wipe out his debt. “We'd be able to help make sure that all those things we need to do -- child care, elder care, making sure that we continue to strengthen our healthcare system, making sure that we're able to make every single, solitary person eligible for what I've been able to do with the, with the COVID, excuse me, with um, dealing with everything we have to do with, uh..  Look, we finally beat Medicare.” Trump claimed that illegals will bankrupt Social Security and Medicare JAKE TAPPER: “Thank you, President Biden. President Trump?” TRUMP: “Well, he's right. He did beat Medicare. He beat it to death and he's destroying Medicare. Because all of these people are coming in. They're putting them on Medicare. They're putting them on Social Security. They're going to destroy Social Security. This man is going to single-handedly destroy Social Security. “These millions and millions of people coming in. They're trying to put them on Social Security. He will wipe out Social Security. He will wipe out Medicare. So, he was right in the way he finished that sentence. And it's a shame. What's happened to our country in the last four years is not to be believed.” Trump speaks out in favor of Abortion Kill Pill Dana Bash asked about the Abortion Kill Pill which 63% of mothers who abort their children use instead of surgical abortion today. BASH: “This is the first presidential election since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. This morning, the court ruled on yet another abortion case, temporarily allowing emergency abortions to continue in Idaho. “Despite that state's restrictive ban, former President Trump, you take credit for the decision to overturn Roe v Wade which returned the issue of abortion to the states.” TRUMP: “Correct.” BASH: “However, the federal government still plays a role in whether or not women have access to abortion pills. They're used in about two-thirds of all abortions. As President, would you block abortion medication?” TRUMP: “First of all, the Supreme Court just approved the Abortion Pill. And I agree with their decision to have done that. And I will not block it. “If you look at this whole question that you're asking is 51 years ago. You had Roe v. Wade, and everybody wanted to get it back to the states. Everybody -- without exception, Democrats, Republicans, liberals, conservatives -- everybody wanted to back -- religious leaders. “And what I did is I put three great Supreme Court justices on the court, and they happened to vote in favor of killing Roe v. Wade, and moving it back to the states. Now the states are working it out. If you look at Ohio, it was a decision that was an end result that was a little bit more liberal than you would have thought. Kansas, I would say the same thing. Texas is different. Florida is different, but they're all making their own decisions right now. And right now, the states control it. That's the vote of the people.” In Psalm 139:13-14, David says to God, “For You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb. I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Biden championed abortion, then fell apart President Biden, who has campaigned on his commitment to codify Roe v. Wade into law, took issue with Trump's victory lap over Roe v. Wade's defeat. BIDEN: “It's been a terrible thing what you've done. The fact is that the vast majority of constitutional scholars supported Roe when it was decided, supported Roe. This idea that they're all against it, it's just ridiculous. And this is the guy who says the state should be able to have it. We're in a state where in six weeks, you don't even know whether you're pregnant or not, but you cannot see a doctor and have him decide on what your circumstances are, whether you need help. “The idea that states are able to do this is a little like saying, ‘We're gonna turn civil rights back to the states -- that each state has a different role.' “Look, there's so many young women -- including a young woman who just was murdered, and [Trump] went to the funeral. The idea that she was murdered by an immigrant coming into, they talk about that. But here's the deal. There's a lot of young women to be raped by their, by their in-laws, by their spouses, brothers and sisters. By, it's just, it's just ridiculous. And they can do nothing about it. And then they try to arrest them when they cross state lines.” BASH: “Thank you.” The age of the candidates, and their golf games, were addressed Dana Bash raised the issue of age with both candidates. This is how Trump responded. BASH: “Former President Trump, you would be 82 at the end of your second term. What do you say to voters who have concerns about your capabilities to serve?” TRUMP: “Well, I took two tests, cognitive tests. I aced them, both of them as you know. We made it public. He took none. I'd like to see him take one, just one, a real easy one. Like go through the first five questions. You couldn't do it. I took physical exams every year. I'm in very good health. “I just won two club championships, not even senior, two regular club championships. To do that, you have to be quite smart, and you have to be able to hit the ball a long way. And I do it. He doesn't do it. He can't hit a ball 50 yards. He challenged me to a golf match. I think I'm in very good shape. I feel that I'm in as good a shape as I was 25, 30 years ago. Actually, I'm probably a little bit lighter.” BASH: “President Biden?” BIDEN: “I'd be happy to have a driving contest with him. I got my handicap, which when I was vice president, down to a six. By the way, I told you before, I'm happy to play golf, if you carry your own bag. Do you think you can do it?” TRUMP: “That's the biggest lie that he is a six handicap of all." BIDEN: “I was at an eight handicap.” TRUMP: “Yeah, I've seen his swing. I know your swing. Let's not act like children.” BIDEN: “You are a child!” Presidential historian: “Most disjointed, least substantive, most dishonest debate” Appearing on “News Nation,” presidential historian Chris Stirewalt offered this analysis. STIREWALT: “In the 64 years of presidential debates, I feel pretty confident that I can say this is the worst one that has ever been done. The most disjointed, the least substantive, the most dishonest. I'm sure the only one that involved a debate about golf handicaps, fat jokes, and somebody calling somebody ‘Brandon.' This was a real low watermark. “I will say that no incumbent has ever done as poorly as Joe Biden did. In 1976, Gerald R. Ford got tangled up talking about Poland and Soviet domination of Poland. And it probably cost him a full term as president. It probably cost him that election. “And I'm here to tell you that what Joe Biden did tonight in the first hour of that debate, if he stays in this race, we will look back and say that the strategy by the Biden campaign to force an early debate and put Donald Trump front and center, and get this revved up, was a catastrophically bad strategic choice.” Why two Montana teens gave $100 and $25 to The Worldview Last night, I talked to a 17-year-old named Amos in Montana who gave $25 to help fund The Worldview. AMOS: “The money I contributed came from a job I have for our family business. People hire us to carry off their junk or just stuff they don't use anymore. We take it mostly just to the dump or, if we can, resell it or take to the thrift store. We like to do that too.” Amos told me what he likes about the newscast. AMOS: “I like the updates on the persecuted brothers and sisters around the world. It encourages me to pray for them more.” Plus, he mentioned the greatest moral issue of our time. AMOS: “I appreciate the updates on legislation concerning abortion in the U.S. and around the world. It helps me to pray for good leadership more. So, my prayer is that God's love for life would be upheld in our country.” I also spoke to a 13-year-old named Dahlia who lives in Helena, Montana. DAHLIA: “I like how you add Bible verses to some of your stories that you tell.” She decided to give $100. DAHLIA: “I have been listening to The Worldview for a long time and I would be sad if it stopped. So, when I decided to give some money, one hundred dollars is just what came to my mind.” Dahlia makes money by playing her violin at the Helena, Montana Farmer's Market every Saturday. DAHLIA: “People passing by usually give me tips in my violin case. I play about an hour at a time, for four hours. Over the course of four hours, I usually get around a hundred dollars of tips. And that's what I decided to donate to The Worldview.” In Acts 20:35, “The Lord Jesus Himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.'” 32 Worldview listeners donated $15,977.47 And finally, toward our $84,000 final goal by 5:00pm central this Saturday, June 29th, 32 Worldview listeners stepped up to the plate to help fund our 6-member news team for another fiscal year. Our thanks to Thor, age 12, in Pleasantville, Tennessee who gave $9, Tirzah, age 10, in Pleasantville, Tennessee who gave $11, Oliver in Santa Maria, California who gave $20, as well as Steve in Mission Viejo, California, Leslie in Florham Park, New Jersey, and Rick in Vista, California  – each of whom gave $25. We're grateful for Rob in Annandale, Virginia who gave $25.47 as well as Margaret in Howell, Michigan, Michelle in Sparta, Michigan, and Emily in Hutchinson, Kansas – each of whom gave $50. We appreciate Tiveria, age 16, and Tikvah, age 16, -- both of whom are from Pleasantville, Tennessee, and gave $60 each, Tony and Jennie in Palmdale, California who gave $75, as well as Nancy in Ketchikan, Alaska, Evan in Marietta, Georgia, Emmilee in Center Point, Iowa, Patricia in Blackfoot, Idaho, and Elisha in Paris, Texas – each of whom gave $100. We were touched by the support of Frederick in Kennesaw, Georgia who pledged $10/month for 12 months for a gift of $120, an anonymous donor in San Antonio, Texas, Amy in St. Cloud, Florida, and Serge in Simpsonville, South Carolina – each of whom gave $200. We're thankful to God for Heidi in Elsenham, Essex, England and Julie in White Hall, Maryland – both of whom gave $300 as well as Dean in Paulden, Arizona and Patricia in Blackfoot, Idaho – both of whom pledged $25/month for 12 months for a gift of $300. And we appreciated the sacrifice of Nathan in Shokan, New York who pledged $31/month for 12 months for a gift of $372, an anonymous donor in Kailua Kona, Hawaii who gave $500, Rochester in Willow Springs, Missouri and Reese in Henrico, Virginia – both of whom pledged $50/month for 12 months for a gift of $600 each, Vivia in Florida City, Florida who gave $1,000, and Phillip and Christine in Belton, Texas who gave $10,000! Those 32 donors gave $15,977.47.  Ready for our new grand total? Drum roll please. (sound effect of drum roll) $80,138 (audience cheering) We just need to raise $3,862 to cross the finish line! Wow!  We are so close!  Toward our $84,000 goal, we are just $3,862 short. Can you help us cross the finish line?  We need to find just 1 person to pledge $100 per month for 12 months, 2 people to pledge $50 per month for 12 months, and 4 people to pledge $25/month for 12 months. We need you to respond by 5:00pm central tomorrow night, Saturday, June 29th. Time is ticking. (ticking sound effect) Go to TheWorldview.com, click on “Give,” select the dollar amount you'd like to donate, and click on the recurring monthly tab if that's your wish. Ask God what He wants you to give to this newscast that proclaims Jesus Christ as our standard for Truth. It would be my great honor if I could return to these airwaves and announce that the body of Christ helped to fully fund The Worldview newscast 6-member team for the next fiscal year.  If you haven't made a donation yet, please do so today! Close And that's The Worldview on this Friday, June 28th, in the year of our Lord 2024. Subscribe by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Circle Round
The Snow Eater

Circle Round

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2024 22:09


Cree Summer (Good Times, Abbott Elementary) headlines a Blackfoot legend about fast friends, warm winds, and why bears hibernate during the winter.

Strange Familiars
Goatman

Strange Familiars

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2024 90:44


Rod, from Lodge Tales podcast, stops by to tell us some more stories from Blackfoot culture, his friends, family, and guests that have appeared on his show. We talk about bigfoot, good and bad spirits, and the goatman. If you would like to help us continue to make Strange Familiars, get bonus content, t-shirts, stickers, and more rewards, you can become a patron: http://www.patreon.com/StrangeFamiliarsIf you would prefer a one-time payment to help us out, here is a PayPal.me link - you can change the number 25 in the URL to any amount: https://www.paypal.me/timothyrenner/25Strange Familiars merch: https://www.strangefamiliars.com/merchOur Strange Familiars / Lost Grave etsy shop has art, books, patches, t-shirts, and more ... including original art done for Strange Familiars: https://lostgrave.etsy.comFollow us on Whatnot: https://whatnot.com/invite/strangefamiliarsEpisode 461 notes and links: Lodge Tales: https://lodge-tales.podcastpage.ioLodge Tales Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=86352417Lodge Tales YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rod9283Episode artwork by Timothy – here is the original:The original art can be purchased in our etsy shop: https://lostgrave.etsy.com/listing/1720785597Strange Familiars Curiosity of the Week #114: The Speaker book from 1796You can purchase this item in our etsy shop: https://lostgrave.etsy.com/listing/1720784305Lancaster Conservancy: https://www.lancasterconservancy.orgProtect Cuff's Run: https://www.lancasterconservancy.org/protect-cuffs-run/Riverbend Comics: https://www.riverbendcomics.comRiverbend Comics Instagram: @riverbendcomicsTimothy's books: https://www.amazon.com/Timothy-Renner/e/B072X44SD5Chad's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNB7MSJ2F1SRBPcQsEFLnvg (make sure to subscribe to Chad's channel, Ruck Rabbit Outdoors.)Chad's etsy shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/RuckRabbitOutdoorsTo help with the Capuchin Day Center's work with the homeless you can donate here: https://www.capuchindaycentre.ieand here: https://www.cskdetroit.orgMaynard's GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/maynard-walk-againContact us via email at: strangefamiliarspodcast@gmail.comhttp://www.facebook.com/strangefamiliarsJoin the Strange Familiars Gathering group on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/strangefamiliars/instagram: @strangefamiliarshttp://www.strangefamiliars.comIntro and background music by Stone Breath. You can find more at http://stonebreath.bandcamp.comThe closing song is The Unquiet Grave by Stone Breath from the Spear of Flame, Horse of Air album: https://stonebreath.bandcamp.com/album/spear-of-flame-horse-of-airSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/strange-familiars/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast
591 | The Future of Drift Boats with Justin Waayenberg - Adipose Boatworks, Helena, Missouri River

Wet Fly Swing Fly Fishing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 61:28


Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/591  Presented by: Visit Helena, MT Sponsors: https://wetflyswing.com/sponsors  In this episode, we chat with Justin Waayenberg from Adipose Boatworks to delve into the groundbreaking world of resin infusion in drift boats, offering anglers the ultimate guide to navigating the transformative trends in boat durability and weight. As we unravel the secrets behind choosing the perfect drift boat for your adventures on the Missouri River and beyond, listeners are treated to invaluable safety tips, ensuring an unmatched fly fishing experience. This episode promises to equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to take your fly fishing journey to new heights, all while emphasizing conservation and the deep-rooted passion that connects us to the rivers we cherish.   Episode Chapters with Justin Waayenberg on the Future of Drift Boats 3:05 - Justin discusses Adipose Boatworks' dedication to producing high-quality, top-tier boats, comparing their brand's quality to well-known companies. A significant focus of the discussion is on the adoption of resin infusion technology, a method that Adipose has been researching and perfecting for over three years. Additionally, he touches on the environmental considerations of their manufacturing process and how it compares to using materials like carbon fiber. 14:37 - He talks about their range of models and the design philosophy behind them. Adipose offers three main models: the Flow Skiff, the Runoff, and the South Fork Skiff. The Flow Skiff, their flagship model, is designed for the specific needs of western Rocky Mountain rivers, offering stability, low draft, and maneuverability in shallow waters and windy conditions. It's particularly suitable for fishing with three people, a common scenario among fly anglers. The Runoff model caters to those needing a boat that can handle bigger water and class three rapids, featuring a larger bow for more significant wave trains while maintaining maneuverability. Unlike traditional dory designs meant for navigating big rapids rather than fishing, Adipose's designs aim to provide a versatile solution for anglers. The third model, the South Fork Skiff, is a traditional design dating back to the late '80s, characterized by its flat bow (pram design) and low sides, making it ideal for two anglers. Despite not being a big seller, it has a cult following among those who appreciate its design for specific fishing conditions. 21:57 - Justin highlights the thoughtful design considerations that go into each model, such as optimizing space for gear storage, ensuring stability, and enhancing maneuverability. These skiffs are not only capable of handling multi-day trips on rivers like the Smith River in Montana but also excel in efficiently utilizing space to accommodate gear and providing a stable fishing platform. 29:24 - We talk about his home waters. His go-to river is the expansive Missouri River, stretching from Tosin and Three Forks to Fort Peck and the North Dakota border. This river offers a diverse fishing experience, from fly fishing for trout to casting for pike and carp. He also highlights Helena, Montana, as an ideal spot for anglers due to its central location. From Helena, numerous renowned rivers like the Blackfoot, Big Hole, Yellowstone, Madison, and others are within a two-hour drive, offering a variety of fishing experiences based on weather conditions and target species. 32:49 - For those seeking guidance or local insights on the Missouri River, Justin recommends several fly shops, notably Headhunters in Craig and Trout Montana in Cascade, known for their expertise and willingness to share information with anglers. Other notable mentions include Montana Fly Goods in Helena and Wolf Creek Angler. These shops are praised for their knowledgeable staff, extensive fly selection, and up-to-date river reports, making them invaluable resources for anyone fishing the Missouri River. 34:34 - Justin tells the optimal times and strategies for fishing the Missouri River. Early spring, particularly mid-April to late April, is recommended for experiencing significant dry fly hatches, with the river temperature climbing into the high forties and low fifties. For those willing to brave the colder temperatures, Justin notes that fishing conditions on February 19th, for instance, could allow an angler to catch a hundred fish in a day. The conversation also covers the importance of following weather patterns and choosing fishing techniques based on seasonal changes. Justin mentions that as the season progresses, anglers can expect a variety of hatches, including PMDs, Tricos, and Caddis, but advises caution in late summer and fall when weed growth can complicate fishing. 40:35 - The conversation touches on the geographical and ecological transitions around Helena, the Continental Divide, and the historical significance of areas like the Gates of the Mountain, described by Lewis and Clark. Justin highlights the rich fishing experiences available across different water types in Montana, from tailwaters to freestones and reservoirs, underscoring the state's commitment to natural river management and the absence of river stocking since the mid-20th century. 45:19 - We talk about an upcoming drift boat clinic organized by Adipose Boatworks, scheduled for April 27th. This clinic, offered in collaboration with Mending Waters Montana—a Helena-based veterans organization—aims to educate participants on all aspects of drift boat handling. Mending Waters Montana is dedicated to supporting veterans through fishing trips, rod building, fly tying, and offering access to exclusive private waters and popular fishing destinations like the Missouri River. The clinic covers a comprehensive range of topics from the basics of drift boat design differences, preparation and launching techniques, to rowing strategies and fishing from a drift boat. The event is free, with attendees encouraged to donate to Mending Waters Montana. Those interested in participating in the clinic can contact Adipose Boatworks via email to register. 48:41 - We dig into safety tips for drift boat handling, which are crucial for anyone attending their drift boat clinic or navigating rivers independently. Key safety advice includes: 1. Always Pull, Never Push: Justin emphasizes the importance of pulling rather than pushing to slow down and maintain control of the drift boat. This technique gives the rower more time to react to obstacles by slowing the boat's speed, allowing for better maneuverability. 2. Avoid Tying Knots in the Anchor Rope: A common mistake is tying knots in the anchor rope to prevent losing the anchor. However, Justin advises against this because, in situations where the boat starts behaving unpredictably, it's safer to let the anchor rope go to avoid the boat capsizing. The cost of replacing an anchor is minimal compared to the potential loss of the boat or, more importantly, a life. 3. Don't Drop Anchor in Fast Water: Dropping an anchor in fast-moving water can lead to dangerous situations, including the boat getting lodged and potentially sinking. Justin recounts a tragic incident on the Missouri River where a boat capsized and resulted in a fatality due to the anchor being dropped in fast water. He advises rowers to anchor in calmer water or eddies where the bottom can be seen and the risk of getting the anchor stuck is minimized. 4. Floor Release Anchor Systems: Most drift boats come with a floor release anchor system. In case of emergency, rather than reaching for a knife or attempting to untie knots, the best action is to simply release the anchor by stepping on the floor mechanism, allowing the boat to free itself from the anchor's hold. 53:26 - Justin provides a variety of restaurant options in Helena ranging from casual to slightly more upscale, catering to different tastes and budgets. For a local beverage after fishing, Justin suggests visiting one of Helena's breweries, highlighting Lewis and Clark Brewery as a nationally recognized establishment. 56:27 - Justin emphasizes the appeal of Helena, Montana as a family-friendly town with plenty of outdoor activities, devoid of the college town atmosphere. He also highlights local attractions like the state capital building and Blackfoot Brewery, and emphasizes Helena's growing scene that caters well to families and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Show Notes: https://wetflyswing.com/591