Podcasts about Montana State University

Chimpanzees lay down mad beats to communicateApart from their rich vocal palette, chimpanzees drum on trees to communicate over long distances. A new interdisciplinary study, led in part by PhD student Vesta Eleuteri and primatologist Cat Hobaiter from the University of St. Andrews, has explored the details of the rhythms they used, and found that different populations drum with rhythms which are similar to the beats in human music. The research was published in the journal Current Biology.An exciting new fossil of an early ancestor of modern birds gives insight into evolutionArchaeopteryx, a 150 million year-old bird-like dinosaur, is known from about a dozen fossils found in Germany. A new one that has been studied at Chicago's Field Museum may be the best preserved yet, and is giving researchers like paleontologist Jingmai O'Connor new insights into how the ancient animal moved around the Jurassic landscape. The research was published in the journal Nature.A house with good bones — in more ways than oneInspired by the structure of bone, researchers have created limestone-like biomineralized construction materials using a fungal-scaffold that they seeded with bacteria. Montana State University's Chelsea Heveran said they demonstrated they could mold it into specific shapes that had internal properties similar to bone, and that it remained alive for a month. It's early days yet, but she envisions a day when they can grow living structural material on site that may even be able heal themselves. The study is in the journal Cell Reports Physical Science. A different kind of emotional band-aidScientists have created a clever combination of physical sensors and computer technology to produce a flexible band-aid like device that can accurately read emotions when it is stuck to the face. It's not quite mind reading, but could give physicians better insight into the emotional state of their patients. Huanyu Cheng of Penn State led the work, which was published in the journal Nano Letters.A scientist explores what it takes to live a longer, better lifeDo you want to live forever? As he noticed himself showing signs of age, immunologist John Tregoning decided to find out what he could do to make that possible. So he explored the investigations that scientists are doing into why we age and die — and tried a few experiments on himself. Bob speaks with him about his new book Live Forever? A Curious Scientists' Guide to Wellness, Ageing and Death. Tregoning dutifully documents everything he discovers as he undergoes testing for his heart, gets his genes sequenced, has a bronchoscopy, and follows an extreme diet, among other experiments. But he comes to the conclusion that “when it comes to improving life outcomes, exercise considerably trumps nearly everything I am planning to do whilst writing this book.”

It is difficult to overstate the tremendous impact that President Waded Cruzado has made in the past 15 years at the helm of Montana State University.  As she steps down from that role, President Cruzado took time to visit with […] The post Farewell Waded Cruzado! first appeared on Voices of Montana.

Katie Furey, a graduate student in the Department of Ecology at Montana State University, discusses her passion for the natural resources, journey in many technician positions, and her research on trout in Montana. 

In this episode of the Ranch Stewards Podcast, we explore how one program is shaping the next generation of ranch managers and land stewards. The Dan Scott Ranch Management Program at Montana State University blends academic instruction with hands-on, on-the-ground internships—providing students with a well-rounded, real-world education in ranching systems.You'll hear from Dr. Rachel Frost, who leads the program; Montana rancher and mentor Billy Whitehurst; and student intern Major Harms. Together, they share how the program equips both seasoned ag kids and newcomers to the industry with the tools, experiences, and connections they need to succeed.At Ranchers Stewardship Alliance, we believe education is essential to keeping working lands working. Tune in to hear how this innovative program is building a stronger, more resilient future for ranching.

HOST: Miranda Reiman  GUESTS: Kurt Kangas and Reese Tuckwiller Angus optimism is running high across the country, as strong feeder calf prices fuel record demand for bulls. In this episode, American Angus Association regional managers Kurt Kangas and Reese Tuckwiller share numbers from their sale season and sentiments of breeders in different parts of the United States. They cover everything from useful investments during this economic period to customer service and marketing that will keep programs relevant.Kurt Kangas works with Angus breeders in Montana, Wyoming and Alaska. He came to the Association in 2012 as regional manager for Arizona, California, Nevada, and Utah before transitioning to his current position for Region 10.Kangas grew up in the San Joaquin Valley of California. He earned a degree in range sciences from Montana State University before doing range management consulting for ranches in southwestern Montana.  He then transitioned to working for Basin Angus Ranch in Hobson, Mont., for 10 years and played a role in their marketing, artificial insemination (AI) and calving. Reese Tuckwiller has served Angus breeders in the Northeast region as regional manager since 2019.Tuckwiller grew up on a registered Angus seedstock farm near Lewisburg, W.Va., and is a ninth-generation cattleman. He showed Angus cattle and served on the National Junior Angus Board as vice chairman. He graduated from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln with a bachelor of science in production management and had several herdsman and animal science internships before graduation.He previously worked for Western Sire Service as production manager and was the West Virginia University livestock judging coach. Full list of American Angus Association regional managersDon't miss news in the Angus breed. Visit www.AngusJournal.net and subscribe to the AJ Daily e-newsletter and our monthly magazine, the Angus Journal.

Dr. Kevin McPhee is a pulse crop breeder at Montana State University. He's been there for just over eight years after building a similar program in pulse crop breeding at North Dakota State University. Prior to that, he was working on pulse crops with the USDA ARS based in Pullman, Washington. Together we discuss the pulse crop breeding program in Montana, including their goals for the program in pea, chickpea and lentils. He describes varieties they've released and what's in the pipeline that growers might want to know about for the future. “  What really separates the winter peas from the spring peas and gives them the advantage is when we have a dry year and there isn't the in-season moisture rains for the spring crop. With the winter peas already in the ground…they don't have to worry about planting them in the spring. That's one big advantage. And then they can take advantage of all of the winter moisture that's in the soil and any of the spring rains that occur. They flower a month ahead of the spring types. So they're well on their way before we get into the heat of the summer and the potential dry conditions, and that's where they shine.” - Dr. Kevin McPheeThis Week on Growing Pulse Crops:Meet Dr. Kevin McPhee, a pulse crop breeder at Montana State UniversityDiscover new pulse crop varieties that are being introduced and the benefits they offer producersExplore major advantages offered by winter peas that may benefit producers looking to be more water efficientGrowing Pulse Crops is produced by Dr. Audrey Kalil and hosted by Tim Hammerich of the Future of Agriculture Podcast.

Send us a textThe transition from collegiate track to mountain trails represents one of running's most fascinating journeys – and Kyla Christopher-Moody is navigating it with remarkable authenticity and talent. Fresh off her selection to the 2025 Trail Team Elite, Kyla joins us to share her path from Michigan high school standout to Montana State University track athlete and now emerging trail running competitor.Her story isn't the typical straight line to success. After battling persistent injuries at the University of Colorado Boulder, Kyla made the courageous decision to step away from competitive running entirely – a choice she now calls "probably the best decision I've ever made in my life." This reset allowed her to rediscover her passion at Montana State, where mountain trails became her sanctuary during injury recovery. The natural progression to trail racing happened almost accidentally, with a spontaneous entry into the GoPro Games 10K resulting in an impressive fifth-place finish despite minimal specific training.What makes Kyla's approach refreshing is her process-oriented mindset and genuine love of competition. Rather than setting rigid outcome goals as she enters the trail running scene, she's focused on learning and exploration. "I don't have preconceived notions of what I'm able to do," she explains, demonstrating the healthy perspective that will serve her well as she targets races like Sierre-Zinal and the USATF Mountain Running Championships. Meanwhile, her academic pursuits in snow science perfectly complement her athletic journey, connecting her professional interests with her passion for mountain environments.Whether you're fascinated by the track-to-trail transition, curious about the emerging pathway for NCAA athletes into mountain running, or simply enjoy authentic conversations with rising stars, Kyla's story offers valuable insights into finding your path – even when it means taking unexpected turns along the way. Give this episode a listen and discover why we're so excited to follow Kyla's trail running journey in the months and years ahead.Follow Kyla on IG - @Kyla_CMFollow James on IG - @jameslaurielloFollow The Steep Stuff on IG - @steepstuff_pod

Elisabeth Krieger, a graduate student in the Department of Ecology at Montana State University, discusses her passion for sports, natural resources, and her research on elk in eastern Montana. 

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The American West is burning. We need to adapt. But what does it really mean to live with fire?  Today's guest has spent years trying to answer that question. Nick Mott is an award-winning journalist, podcast producer (Threshold, MTPR's The Wide Open, Fireline), and now author of the book This is Wildfire: How to Protect Yourself, Your Home, and Your Community in the Age of Heat, which he co-authored with Justin Angle, host of A New Angle and a professor at Montana State University's College of Business. Nick joins WLA's Zach Altman for a conversation about fire - where we've been, how we got here and what we can do now. They discuss forest management and insurance markets, prescribed burns and Indigenous fire knowledge, and how community might be the most powerful firefighting tool we've got.  Find the show notes here.  

At least one tribal library in New Mexico will have to close after the Trump Administration abruptly canceled federal grants administered through the Institute for Museum and Library Services. Many more libraries and museums in the state and around the country are forced to cut hours, eliminate staff, cancel traditional programs, and curb purchases for new books and other materials. They are among the latest in the on-going efforts by the Trump Administration to drastically change federal services. Those cuts also include supplements to low-income Navajo Nation citizens and hundreds more Native Americans nationwide who rely on the funds to help them heat their homes in the winter. We'll get the latest rundown of staff and funding reductions by the federal government. GUESTS Dr. April Counceller (Alutiiq tribal member of the Sun'aq Tribe of Kodiak), executive director of the Alutiiq Museum & Archaeological Repository Cassandra Osterloh (Cherokee Nation), New Mexico State Library tribal libraries program coordinator Alicia Allard, tribal Head Start consultant and specialist for Little Hawk Consulting Jill Falcon Ramaker (Turtle Mountain Anishinaabe), assistant professor in Indigenous food systems and land practices and director of Buffalo Nations Food Sovereignty at Montana State University Andrea Pesina (Isleta Pueblo), executive director of Isleta Head Start & Child Care and president of the National Indian Head Start Directors Association

Alzada Roche, a graduate student in the Department of Ecology at Montana State University, discusses her time working with the Montana Conservation Corps and her research Salmon Flies in the Madison River. 

Dr. Andrew Felton is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Land Resources and Environmental Sciences within the College of Agriculture at Montana State University-Bozeman where he is Principal Investigator of the Felton Lab there. Andrew splits his time between teaching and his research lab. His research focuses on dry land ecosystems, which includes deserts, grasslands, and shrublands. Studies in his lab examine how these ecosystems function, what plants and animals are present, and how the ecosystems respond to changes in the availability of water. Climate change impacts the size of precipitation events and increases evaporation through higher temperatures, and Andrew's lab is also working to understand the implications of these changes for ecosystems that are already water-limited. Living in Bozeman, Montana, Andrew enjoys spending time in the mountains and the beautiful National Parks nearby, including Yellowstone. In the winter, he is an avid downhill skier, and he likes to go rock climbing in the summer. His other hobbies include playing guitar, listening to music, reading, drinking great coffee, going out to eat, and spending time with family and friends. He completed his bachelor's degree at the University of Minnesota, majoring in Biology, Society, and Environment. Afterwards, he was awarded his PhD in ecology from Colorado State University. Next, he worked as a Postdoctoral Research Scientist at Utah State University. He then received a U.S. Department of Agriculture-National Institute of Food and Agriculture (USDA-NIFA) Postdoctoral Fellowship Award, and he conducted research at Chapman University before joining the faculty at Montana State University. In our interview, Andrew shares insights and stories from his life and science.

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Montana State University for allegedly violating civil rights by partnering with an organization that historically promoted diversity in doctorate programs.

Today we're sharing an episode from Working Wild University, our award-winning documentary podcast about the people and wildlife of the American West. Western Landowners Alliance produces this show in partnership with Dr. Jared Beaver, a wildlife extension specialist at Montana State University. Be sure to check out Working Wild U wherever you listen to podcasts.  The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is proposing changes to the grizzly bear's listing under the Endangered Species Act, and a public comment period is open until March 17th. But what exactly would this new rule mean for grizzly bear management, landowners, and the future of the species?  In this episode, Jared and Zach sit down with Shaleas Harrison, Wyoming Resources Coordinator with Western Landowners Alliance, to break down the proposed rule, the long history of grizzly bear listing and delisting efforts, and what the proposed changes could mean for people living and working in grizzly country.  Learn more about the proposed rule and submit a public comment. Full show notes here.

For those who care about ancient trees, this episode is a must-listen. Brian Smithers, research professor at Montana State University, shares deep insights into the Bristlecone Pines—the oldest living singular organism on Earth. Facing increasing environmental pressures, these trees reveal critical lessons about resilience and change. Brian's open-minded approach and deep expertise make for an eye-opening conversation, packed with scientific insight and fresh perspectives. Buckle up—this one is dense with knowledge.    Learn more about Brian's work here:  briansmithers.net gloriagreatbasin.org   Start your 7-day free trial of Mirai Mobile and explore all it has to offer!

A Journey Through Bozeman: Adventure, Food, and HistoryWelcome to another exciting episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series! Today, we have the pleasure of catching up with Amy Grisak, a Montana native and returning guest who brings a wealth of knowledge as an outdoor enthusiast, freelance writer, photographer, and accomplished author. Amy takes us on a journey through her latest book, "100 Things to Do in Bozeman Before You Die." In this episode, we dive deep into Amy's year-long adventure, exploring Bozeman and uncovering its hidden gems, local history, and delectable food scenes. From breathtaking hikes and serene river floats to tantalizing food trucks and historic tours, Amy shares her insights and adventure-filled recommendations for making the most of Bozeman's four-season offerings.DISCUSSIONWriting "100 Things to Do in Bozeman Before You Die" revealed a new aspect of Bozeman that Amy had never known. The impact of recent growth in Bozeman, particularly with the Yellowstone series and the pandemic. How do cultural phenomena contribute to the popularity of specific destinations?The various outdoor activities that are available in and around Bozeman.Insights into Bozeman's history include figures like John Bozeman and Story Nelson and why understanding the history of a place is essential when exploring or writing a guidebook.How the integration of local ingredients influences the dining experience in Bozeman.How the farmer's markets in Bozeman contribute to the local economy and community spiritBozeman is a four-season town with activities throughout the year, which makes it attractive to potential residents and visitors.The discovery that even long-time residents of Bozeman weren't aware of some activities she wrote about.How the collaboration between publishers and local experts enhances the quality and authenticity of travel guidebooks.LEARN MORETo learn more about Amy and her work, visit her website at https://amygrisak.com and on these social sites:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.grisak/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amygrisak/Substack: https://amygrisak.substack.comNEXT STEPSIf you enjoy podcasts devoted to outdoor adventure, find us online at https://outdooradventureseries.com. We welcome likes, comments, and shares.KEYWORDSAmy Grisak, Visit Bozeman, Reedy Press, Montana State University, Gallatin Valley, Fly Fishing, Big Sky, Bridger Bowl, The Bridgers, Gallatin History Museum, Historic Tours, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview#AmyGrisak #VisitBZN #ReedyPress #MontanaStateUniversity #GallatinValley #FlyFishing #BigSky #BridgerBowl #TheBridgers #GallatinHistoryMuseum #HistoricTours  #OutdoorAdventure #OutdoorAdventureSeries #PodcastIngMy Favorite Podcast Tools: Production by Descript Hosting Buzzsprout Show Notes by Castmagic Website powered by Podpage Be a Podcast Guest by PodMatch

In this episode, we dive into the world of carbon ranching and agricultural carbon sequestration. What exactly is carbon ranching, and how does it work? Join us as we break down the process—from understanding the initial steps ranchers take to establish a carbon baseline to implementing conservation practices that generate high-quality carbon credits. We'll discuss how ranchers can customize their journey, what kinds of data are collected, and how the voluntary carbon market works. Whether you're a rancher curious about joining a program or simply intrigued by this innovative approach to climate action, this episode has something for everyone! About the our guests: Kelsey Miller is an agronomist with Agoro Carbon Alliance. She comes from a ranching family, and enjoys sharing that lifestyle with her children on their homestead in Montana. She began her agronomy career young, while also serving her local FFA chapter and later the Wyoming State FFA Association. Kelsey did undergraduate research as a McNair Scholar at Montana State University, where she earned her B.S in animal science, after she worked with the USFWS at the National Bison Range. Her agricultural career continued in work with local governments, nonprofits, and in her own enterprises. Her professional skills include grazing systems, noxious weed management, mapping, monitoring, remote sensing, soil health, local food systems, animal handling, conservation ecology and more.  

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Weyrauch welcomes Dr. Joseph Peila, a direct primary care physician based in Billings, Montana. Dr. Joe shares his journey from growing up in the area to completing his medical training in Nevada and Colorado, ultimately returning to serve his community. He discusses his passion for internal medicine and primary care, emphasizing the importance of building relationships with patients to enhance their quality of life. As he reflects on his experiences in a fee-for-service practice, Dr. Joe highlights the challenges posed by decreasing patient interaction time and the need for a more proactive approach to health care. Tune in to learn about Dr. Joe's insights on proactive health and the future of patient-centered care. Time Stamps:  [00:03:01] Direct primary care challenges. [00:04:37] Rural healthcare challenges and solutions. [00:09:49] Innovating in primary care practice. [00:12:51] Preventative healthcare challenges. [00:15:14] Developing leadership skills in healthcare. [00:20:32] Patient-centered care and business success. [00:23:11] Diabetes care barriers and solutions. [00:27:14] Small decisions for weight loss. [00:00:00] Pinnacle Internal Medicine and Billings. More About Dr. Joe Peila: Dr. Joseph (Joe) Peila grew up in Shepherd, Montana.  He graduated from Montana State University with a degree in Cell Biology and Neuroscience.  He then attended medical school at the University of Nevada School of Medicine and did his Internal Medicine residency at the University of Colorado.  Dr. Peila then worked for two years as an outpatient Internal Medicine physician at Kaiser Permanente in Denver while waiting for his wife to finish her medical training. He moved back to Montana in 2017 and worked as an internist at Billings Clinic until deciding to start his own practice.  ​Dr. Peila has served as a faculty member for the Billings Clinic Internal Medicine Residency program as well as a clinical educator for medical students. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.  ​In his free time, Dr. Peila enjoys spending time with his wife, Sarah, and their four children as well as outdoor activities like working on the family ranch, skiing, hiking, and hunting. ​Resources from this Episode: Pinnacle Internal Medicine Jane Sponsorship Information: Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Twitter Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

The ALL ME® Podcast American Gladiators – Jim “Laser” Starr Summary In this episode of the All Me Podcast, host Don Hooton interviews Jim “Laser” Starr, a former American Gladiator and athlete. They discuss Jim's early life in Montana, his athletic background, and his transition from football to becoming a television star on American Gladiators. Jim shares insights into the challenges he faced during his athletic career, including injuries and the mental fortitude required to succeed. The conversation highlights the impact of sports on personal development and the unique experiences of being a gladiator. In this conversation, Jim (Kalafat) Starr shares his experiences as a competitor on American Gladiators, discussing the physical demands, training regimens, and the reality of injuries faced during the show. He reflects on the intense filming schedule and the challenges of maintaining health and performance under pressure. The discussion also covers the making of the Netflix documentary about the show, the future of American Gladiators, and Jim's current role with NSF Certified for Sport, emphasizing the importance of safety in dietary supplements. He concludes with valuable life lessons learned throughout his journey. Takeaways Jim  grew up in Great Falls, Montana, and was always an athlete. He excelled in multiple sports, particularly football and boxing. Jim was an All-American linebacker at Montana State University. He faced challenges transitioning from football to professional sports. Injuries played a significant role in Jim's athletic career. The American Gladiators was a pivotal moment in Jim's life. Jim's mental fortitude helped him succeed in sports and television. He experienced severe injuries during his time on American Gladiators. The show was known for its intense physical challenges. Jim's journey reflects the struggles athletes face after their careers. Injuries were a significant concern during the competition. Training and nutrition were crucial for maintaining peak performance. The filming schedule was intense, akin to professional sports. Pain management often involved the use of prescription medications. The Netflix documentary provided a deeper look into the Gladiators' lives. The reboot of American Gladiators is currently in the works. NSF Certified for Sport ensures safety in dietary supplements. Jim's personal experiences shaped his views on health and fitness. Life lessons from his grandfather emphasize doing your best work. A never surrender attitude has been key to Jim's success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the All Me Podcast and Guest Jim Starr 02:37 Jim Starr's Early Life and Athletic Background 10:16 Transitioning from Football to American Gladiators 18:05 Life as an American Gladiator: Challenges and Injuries 26:01 Injuries and the Reality of Competition 27:22 Training Regimens and Nutrition for Gladiators 30:30 The Intensity of Filming and Competition 32:42 The Dark Side of Competition: Pain Management 34:04 Behind the Scenes of the Netflix Documentary “Muscles & Mayhem” 39:02 The Future of American Gladiators 40:43 Transitioning to NSF Certified for Sport 45:00 Life Lessons and Key Takeaways Follow Us: Twitter: @theTHF Instagram: @theTHF Facebook: Taylor Hooton Foundation #ALLMEPEDFREE Contact Us:  Twitter: @theTHF Instagram: @theTHF Facebook: Taylor Hooton Foundation #ALLMEPEDFREE Email:  Phone: 214-449-1990 ALL ME Assembly Programs:

Send Us Feedback via TextBruce Travis, born and raised in Montana, has spent decades as an engineer and skydiver, achieving incredible milestones in each. A graduate of Montana State University with a degree in aerospace and mechanical engineering, Bruce served in the U.S. Air Force as a Combat Controller during the Vietnam War, providing close air support while assigned to the 82nd Airborne.Bruce's professional career is equally remarkable. He played a role in designing the engines for the iconic F-15 and F-16 aircraft at Pratt & Whitney before embarking on a long and successful tenure at Duke Energy, where he held leadership positions overseeing operations, engineering, and nuclear safety.In skydiving, Bruce's achievements are nothing short of legendary. With over 9,400 jumps and 167 hours of freefall, he has competed in 4-way, 8-way, and 16-way formation skydiving for decades, making the podium more than a dozen times. His record-setting accomplishments include participation in the 300-way, 400-way, and several multi-point big-way formations. Bruce has also been a key participant in elite events like the Arizona Challenge and the P3 Power Play, and he won first place in the 2010 POPS/SOS World Meet in Italy.At 78 years old, Bruce remains an active competitor and a respected member of  the skydiving community, with a career that spans military service, engineering excellence, and unparalleled contributions to our sport.

Interview with Karin Kirk.Karin Kirk is a geologist, science writer, and professional ski instructor from Bozeman, Montana. Her writing spans topics from Earth science to EVs and often is centered around data-rich visualizations – always with the goal of bringing clear and relatable explanations to confusing topics.In addition to writing for Yale Climate Connections, Karin is a science writer for NASA, where she writes about climate science and current events that shape the planet, such as wildfires, volcanic eruptions, sea ice, and weather events. She uses satellite imagery to track current Earth happenings and describe their significance to the public.But perhaps the most important aspect of Karin's work is that she regularly engages with policymakers and voters about climate and energy issues. These interactions have profoundly shaped her communication skills and helped her develop effective approaches for a wide range of audiences.Karin holds a B.A. in geology from Skidmore College and an M.S. in geology from Montana State University.https://yaleclimateconnections.org/author/karin/Investing skeptically:Can a famouns Money Manager (and CNBC host) beat the market?

Some timely nutrition tips for the holidays? How about some ideas for the dinner table? Join Lauren Black, Dietetic Intern from Montana State University, and Chaley Harney, Executive Director of the Montana Beef Council, as we learn about what goes […] The post Good Nutrition: Balance is the Ticket first appeared on Voices of Montana.

(From Wikipedia) Andrew L. Chaikin (born June 24, 1956) is an American author, speaker and science journalist. He lives in Vermont. He is the author of A Man on the Moon, a detailed description of the Apollo missions to the Moon. This book formed the basis for From the Earth to the Moon, a 12-part HBO miniseries.   From 1999 to 2001, Chaikin served as executive editor for space and science at Space.com. From 2008 to 2011, he was a faculty member for Montana State University in Bozeman, Montana. In 2013, he wrote and performed the narration on a NASA video re-creating the taking of the famous Earthrise photo during the Apollo 8 mission. His book A Man on the Moon: One Giant Leap states that he grew up in Great Neck, New York, and, while studying geology at Brown University, worked at the NASA/Caltech Jet Propulsion Laboratory on the Viking program.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

Guest: Curtis Mullin   Guest Bio:  I am an award-winning sales leader who fell into sales. My wife and I made the decision to leave the military with two small children and start our cross-country adventure. I went back to school at Montana State University where I put my management experience back to use. After working at two Fortune 500 companies and earning my MBA from Washington State University, I took the opportunity to continue my career development at a midsize company. After managing the sales channel of a smaller brand, was promoted to sales director where I generated 63% growth. I was then given the opportunity to lead a larger team where I increased revenue by an additional 22%. I spent 3 ½ years at that organization until making the decision to go out on my own. I have become extremely effective at managing business turnarounds and developing high-performing teams. www.cm-bd.com Guest Links:  FREE 30-minute consultation support@cm-bd.com   Key Points: 63% Growth Achievement: Curtis successfully generated a 63% growth in his previous role, demonstrating strong performance and leadership skills. Leadership Transition & 22% Revenue Increase: After showcasing his ability to drive growth, he was given the opportunity to lead a larger team, where he increased revenue by an additional 22%, further solidifying his capability in leadership and business development. Military Background & Leadership Lessons: Curtis's military experience taught him the importance of focus, teamwork, and adaptability. His time in service helped him become skilled at managing diverse personalities and aligning teams towards common objectives. Transition to Sales: After leaving the military, Curtis transitioned into sales, a field he had not initially planned for but found a strong fit in, gaining valuable business insights and skills that helped him excel. Sales Team Management Philosophy: Curtis emphasizes autonomy in sales teams, preferring not to micromanage. He values driven individuals who actively pursue new opportunities and are engaged with their work. The Importance of Team Dynamics: Curtis believes that understanding team dynamics and leveraging diverse skill sets is critical for building a cohesive, high-performing sales team. He actively works on resolving any issues by fostering open communication and pairing team members with complementary strengths. Starting His Own Business: Curtis launched CM Business Dynamics after identifying a gap in the market where businesses were facing challenges in team performance and brand revitalization. His company focuses on consulting to improve team function and business outcomes. Team Development & Evaluations: Curtis prioritizes motivation and curiosity when hiring, and uses a combination of one-on-one meetings, customer feedback, and performance reviews to evaluate team members. He believes in providing tailored training to address specific struggles and promote growth. Business Turnaround Expertise: Curtis is skilled at turning around struggling businesses, particularly by focusing on customer engagement. He looks for signs of disengaged customers and works to rebuild relationships and trust, often starting with direct communication and problem-solving. Customer Engagement & Communication: Both in team management and business turnarounds, Curtis stresses the importance of communication, whether it's between team members or with customers, to maintain trust and drive success. He highlights the value of active listening and emotional intelligence in building lasting relationships.       About Salesology®: Conversations with Sales Leaders Download your free gift, The Salesology® Vault. The vault is packed full of free gifts from sales leaders, sales experts, marketing gurus and revenue generation experts.  Download your free gift, 81 Tools to Grow Your Sales & Your Business Faster, More Easily & More Profitably. Save hours of work tracking down the right prospecting and sales resources and/or digital tools that every business owner and salesperson needs. If you are a business owner or sales manager with an underperforming sales team, let's talk. Click here to schedule a time. Please, subscribe to Salesology®: Conversations with Sales Leaders so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated! To learn more about our previous guests, listen to past episodes, and get to know your host, go to https://podcast.gosalesology.com/ and connect on LinkedIn and follow us on Facebook and Twitter and check out our website at  http://www.gosalesology.

This week Kadie chats with Hannah Stapleton, a masters student in the Montana Cooperative Fisheries Research Unit at Montana State University. Listen in to hear about Hannah's wide reaching career path from work in Alaska to Thailand to Washington State, including her most recent stint working on an age-structured population model for brown trout and rainbow trout in a popular catch and release fishery in Montana.    If you'd like to get in touch with Hannah, you can reach her at hannahstapleton@montana.edu   Get in touch with us! The Fisheries Podcast is on most social media platforms: @FisheriesPod Become a Patron of the show: https://www.patreon.com/FisheriesPodcast Buy podcast shirts, hoodies, stickers, and more: https://teespring.com/stores/the-fisheries-podcast-fan-shop Thanks as always to Andrew Gialanella for the fantastic intro/outro music. The Fisheries Podcast is a completely independent podcast, not affiliated with a larger organization or entity. Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the podcast. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by the hosts are those of that individual and do not necessarily reflect the view of any entity with those individuals are affiliated in other capacities (such as employers).

Teo Rautu, a graduate student in the Department of Ecology at Montana State University, discusses her time growing up in Washington, love of the outdoors, and research on whitebark pine.

GeneralDr. Richard Saunders is an academic librarian and former Dean of Library Services at SouthernUtah University. A graduate of Utah State University, he holds a library degree from BrighamYoung University and a PhD from the University of Memphis with an emphasis on the socialhistory of recent America, and is professionally accredited by the Academy of CertifiedArchivists. His professional work experience includes service at the Utah State HistoricalSociety, Montana State University, in the production side of commercial publishing, and at theUniversity of Tennessee at Martin. Though a professional librarian, he has conducted historicalresearch across the US and published widely, on Yellowstone literature, early Utah printing,Montana history, the work of historian Dale L. Morgan, Tennessee novelist Harry Kroll, and thecivil rights movement in the rural South during the 1950s and 60s.HistoryDr. Richard Saunders is an academic librarian and former Dean of Library Services at SouthernUtah University. A graduate of Utah State University, he holds graduate degrees in history fromUSU and the University of Memphis. His career in history has centered on preserving thesources of history as a Certified Archivist and special collections librarian, but he has alsoresearched, written, and published widely in historical topics including Yellowstone, theAmerican West, Mormons, American popular literature, and the US civil rights movement. Hisbiography of Utah native and historian of western America Dale L. Morgan was named a Finalistin 2024 for the Evans Biography Prize. He is currently at work on a study of post-war social andeconomic change in the rural South, focusing on several counties in West Tennessee.LibraryDr. Richard Saunders is the former Dean of Library Services at Southern Utah University andhas been an archivist and librarian since the days of typewriters and ARPAnet. He holds alibrary degree from Brigham Young University, one of the library-school casualties of the 1990s,a PhD in History from the University of Memphis, and has been a member of the Academy ofCertified Archivists since 1992. Since 1988 he has worked as an archivist or librarian at theUtah State Historical Society, Montana State University, University of Tennessee at Martin, andSouthern Utah University where he was dean from 2014 to 2018. Dr. Saunders currently servesas the editor of RBM, ACRL's journal of special collections librarianship.PrintingDr. Richard Saunders, academic librarian and former Dean of Library Services at Southern UtahUniversity, has been a student of printing, type, and publishing for over two decades. Informedby activity as an amateur handset printer and craft bookbinder, his scope of interest includesindustrial-scale papermaking, typography, printing, and both historical and descriptivebibliography. He worked professionally in the production side of commercial publishing in the1990s during the industry's transition from filmsetting to direct-to-plate technology. Dr.Saunders has guest-lectured to college students and the public in classes and at symposia atinstitutions including Brigham Young University and the University of Tennessee. Hisprofessional output includes Printing in Deseret: Mormons, Politics, Economics, and Utah'sIncunabula, 1849–1851 (Univ. of Utah Press, 2000), and Reams in the Desert: Papermaking inUtah, 1849–1893 (Legacy Press, 2021). These comments made as part of the podcast reflect the views of the episode participants only and should not be construed as official university statements.

Community science is critical to conservation efforts and the Bumble Bee Atlas is no exception. Volunteers across the country have contributed to the Atlas program through bumble bee surveys, providing crucial information on bumble bee abundance and distribution. This information informs conservation efforts and makes a real difference.To tell us more about the Bumble Bee Atlas are two of our newest Atlas coordinators, Amy Dolan and Michelle Toshack. Between them they cover much of the Rocky Mountain and intermountain regions. Amy coordinates the Mountain States Bumble Bee Atlas in Colorado, Nevada, Utah, and Wyoming. Amy has a master's degree in entomology from Montana State University, where she studied bumble bees, and has a background in science education. Michelle covers Montana, and has a masters in biological sciences from Simon Fraser University, where she researched pollinator biodiversity and the impacts of farming practices on bumble bees. She has a background in field biology and managing community science projects.Thank you for listening! For more information go to xerces.org/bugbanter.

Today I welcome a past guest, dear friend, and resilience expert to the podcast to share skills and strategies that we can practice to stay resilient in our lives, work, and engagements.   Whitney Sullivan is a speaker, educator, team trainer, and coach with a background in health, wellness, higher education, communications, entrepreneurship and the Enneagram. All these life experiences have allowed her to test and build up her resilience over time and use it to help her current clients and students build what she refers to as their “resilience batteries.” The Resilience Battery   In today's episode, Whitney shares that resilience is like a battery - the more charge you have going into challenges, setbacks and failures, the more capacity you have to thrive in the face of them.   In the interview, Whitney shares that resilience is less about willpower and more about wellness. Tending to your resilience battery will help you stay energized, manage stress, prevent overwhelm and avoid burnout in work, life and leadership.   By practicing self awareness and knowing when our own resilience batteries are in the various color zones, we can be proactive about our wellness and enact interventions to keep us healthy and resilient.   Green Zone: your most energized self. We still experience stressors in this zone, it's just that our challenges are balanced evenly with our comforts. We have capacity to face whatever comes our way.   Yellow Zone: your most stressed self. This is when challenges start to outpace comforts and things feel like they're moving faster than we can keep up with. The signs for needed self-care intensify a little bit, so we want to intervene and address them here.   Orange Zone: your exhausted self. Your mind and body's final call before depletion, and we start to get “emergency alerts” from our body. These alerts might appear as outbursts, reacting to triggers, or feeling the desire to quit or engage in numbing behaviors. We may still be in a good mood and have decent morale, but our highs are higher and our lows are lower.   Red Zone: your depleted self. Your nervous system is overwhelmed and you experience a hard time making decisions, problem solving, and seeing the big picture.    In the interview, Whitney shares stories, strategies and skills to help you identify and move through the zones in your own life to keep yourself resilient and healthy. For additional support, you can grab her Resilience Battery Tracker or her To-Do List Audit at the links below.   Key Takeaways “Owning a business is a masterclass of resilience.” “[Resilience is] not this innate ability, it's a nurtured capacity.”  “[Resilience is] not a matter of willpower, it's a matter of wellness.” “I like to think of resilience as a battery and the more charge you have going into each day, the more capacity you have to thrive, no matter what challenges come your way.” “We have to go on offense with our wellness, not defense.” “I want everyone to not underestimate the power of 10-20 minutes.” “I'm always evaluating what I need to grit and what I need to quit.” “One thing that lead me into burnout was this ‘I never quit' mentality…and it's sneaky because that looks like resilience, doesn't it? …but that actually just exposed me to a lot of harm in my health.” “To grit is staying the course and working hard when the easy, but wrong thing, would be to quit. To quit is letting go of what's not working and moving on when the easy, but wrong thing, would be to grit.” More about Whitney:   Whitney Hinshaw Sullivan is a resilience speaker, Enneagram practitioner, team-builder and coach. Her professional training and coaching business is designed to: Help leaders and teams use the Enneagram to positively influence their relationships, responsibilities and results Support emerging leaders in the development of skills in communication, stress management and self-mastery Deliver keynotes and company webinars on resilience, connection and purpose   With a background in leading health/wellness and student leadership programs in higher education, she has been a professional educator since 2012. Whitney's favorite moments in higher education were always when others stopped by her office and asked, "Hey, Whitney. Do you got a minute?" She loved the coaching conversations and mentorship moments that followed so much, that she opened her own business in 2021 in order to do it even more.   In 2024, Whitney created The Enneagram Studio: a virtual learning platform designed to deliver professional Enneagram trainings, masterminds, coaching and more. Her goal is to demystify the Enneagram and make it an accessible and mainstream professional development tool in leadership, business and higher education settings. She currently lives in Bozeman, Montana with her husband Tim, where she is also an avid reader, outdoor adventurer, and communication professor at Montana State University.   Connect with Whitney at https://www.whitneysullivan.com/ Resilience Battery Tracker: https://whitneysullivan.myflodesk.com/tracker To-Do List Audit: https://whitneysullivan.myflodesk.com/audit

There is a high level of anticipation at the U.S. Biathlon Team training camp in Vuokatti, Finland, with both the IBU World Cup and IBU Cup series about to begin. Coming off a season of promising results followed by eight months of an innovative preparation period, now it's go-time! Heartbeat headed to the Vuokatti camp this week to catch up with U.S. Biathlon High Performance Director Lowell Bailey to recap the past and outline the plan for the coming season.The BMW IBU World Cup opens Saturday, Nov. 30 in Kontiolahti, Finland, with the IBU Cup getting underway Thursday, Nov. 28 at Idre Fjäll, Sweden.Bailey, a world champion, is now entering his seventh season since retiring in 2018. Since then, he's led high-performance efforts for the next generation of biathletes. “The more time I spend in this role, the more I realize the commonalities between what you do as an athlete and what you do as a sport director,” he said. “As an athlete, you're just trying to figure out ‘how I get better, how I find that half a percent improvement? Where is it going to be? Can I shoot a little bit faster? Can I ski a little bit faster? Can I ski a little bit smarter?' You're constantly trying to find those little nuggets. My role right now is not that much different.”It's always fun to look back at milestone results. Last season's men's relay results, career-best finishes for Deedra Irwin and Campbell Wright, and an emergence of new future stars coming onto the scene form the foundation. The preparation period since last April was highlighted by a spring on-snow camp in Bend, Ore., European high-altitude camps at Lenzerheide and Livigno, an increasingly valuable October camp in Soldier Hollow, and now the final tune-up in Vuokatti.Bailey is also quick to point at partnerships established with the Olympic Training Center in Lake Placid, USOPC, and a valuable physiological testing program with Montana State University that provides some of the best physical feedback for athletes and coaches ever.Conditions in Vuokatti have been snowy and dark, with only a few hours of daylight each day. But the culture and training facilities have attracted more teams each year.“Finland has a great culture and heritage of cross country skiing, so their venues are just top-notch, world-class venues,” said Bailey. “Because of that, you see a lot of the big teams from Central Europe making the trip up here to train.”Listen in now to episode four of Heartbeat as Lowell Bailey sets the stage for the season ahead. And watch for another Vuokatti update with men's team star Jake Brown coming soon.

GeneralDr. Richard Saunders is an academic librarian and former Dean of Library Services at SouthernUtah University. A graduate of Utah State University, he holds a library degree from BrighamYoung University and a PhD from the University of Memphis with an emphasis on the socialhistory of recent America, and is professionally accredited by the Academy of CertifiedArchivists. His professional work experience includes service at the Utah State HistoricalSociety, Montana State University, in the production side of commercial publishing, and at theUniversity of Tennessee at Martin. Though a professional librarian, he has conducted historicalresearch across the US and published widely, on Yellowstone literature, early Utah printing,Montana history, the work of historian Dale L. Morgan, Tennessee novelist Harry Kroll, and thecivil rights movement in the rural South during the 1950s and 60s.HistoryDr. Richard Saunders is an academic librarian and former Dean of Library Services at SouthernUtah University. A graduate of Utah State University, he holds graduate degrees in history fromUSU and the University of Memphis. His career in history has centered on preserving thesources of history as a Certified Archivist and special collections librarian, but he has alsoresearched, written, and published widely in historical topics including Yellowstone, theAmerican West, Mormons, American popular literature, and the US civil rights movement. Hisbiography of Utah native and historian of western America Dale L. Morgan was named a Finalistin 2024 for the Evans Biography Prize. He is currently at work on a study of post-war social andeconomic change in the rural South, focusing on several counties in West Tennessee.LibraryDr. Richard Saunders is the former Dean of Library Services at Southern Utah University andhas been an archivist and librarian since the days of typewriters and ARPAnet. He holds alibrary degree from Brigham Young University, one of the library-school casualties of the 1990s,a PhD in History from the University of Memphis, and has been a member of the Academy ofCertified Archivists since 1992. Since 1988 he has worked as an archivist or librarian at theUtah State Historical Society, Montana State University, University of Tennessee at Martin, andSouthern Utah University where he was dean from 2014 to 2018. Dr. Saunders currently servesas the editor of RBM, ACRL's journal of special collections librarianship.PrintingDr. Richard Saunders, academic librarian and former Dean of Library Services at Southern UtahUniversity, has been a student of printing, type, and publishing for over two decades. Informedby activity as an amateur handset printer and craft bookbinder, his scope of interest includesindustrial-scale papermaking, typography, printing, and both historical and descriptivebibliography. He worked professionally in the production side of commercial publishing in the1990s during the industry's transition from filmsetting to direct-to-plate technology. Dr.Saunders has guest-lectured to college students and the public in classes and at symposia atinstitutions including Brigham Young University and the University of Tennessee. Hisprofessional output includes Printing in Deseret: Mormons, Politics, Economics, and Utah'sIncunabula, 1849–1851 (Univ. of Utah Press, 2000), and Reams in the Desert: Papermaking inUtah, 1849–1893 (Legacy Press, 2021). These comments made as part of the podcast reflect the views of the episode participants only and should not be construed as official university statements.

Science can sometimes feel like an exclusive club that only certain people are allowed into. In this week's episode, produced in partnership with the Allen Institute, both of our storytellers try to find their place in science. Part 1: After getting accepted to a PhD program, Max Departee can't help but feel like he's not good enough to be there. Part 2: Han Arbach is worried coming out as non-binary will ruin their scientific career. Max Departee is a research scientist from the Pacific Northwest who has always had a fascination with the natural world. A curious nature and outdoor spirt led him to attend Montana State University where, between fly-fishing on local rivers and skiing the Rockies, he earned his Bachelors Degree in Biotechnology. Max's career and training as a scientist have taken him many places, from a PhD program in North Carolina, to a small Biotech Start-up in Washington, and back to his home town of Seattle where he now works at the Allen Institute for Brain Science. Han Arbach grew up dreaming of becoming an astronaut after watching the space shuttle land at the military base their family was stationed at. As they continued to grow up and became a “frequent flyer” in the orthopedics department for various injuries, their aspirations shifted towards medical training. Encouraged by fantastic AP Biology and Chemistry teachers in high school they pursued a biochemistry major at Mount Holyoke College. Here they were encouraged by a chemistry professor to try out research. This fostered a newfound love for discovery and research, and with it a new dream career path of becoming a scientist. Han completed their Ph.D. in Biochemistry at the University of Washington studying tail regeneration and nuclear structure in tadpoles. They then did Postdoctoral work at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center using viruses as a tool to probe facets of cell biology. Now, they are a Program Officer at the Paul G. Allen Frontiers Group. Outside of work, you will find them raising two dogs with their partner, attempting to befriend crows, and being a poor but enthusiastic gardener.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lisa Baril is a science writer who has written about natural resources and science for national parks across the southwestern United States. She holds a master's degree from Montana State University and is a member of the National Association of Science Writers, Society of Environmental Journalists, and the Outdoor Writers Association of America. In THE AGE OF MELT, she explores the shifting view that humans have long held of glaciers—from fear, to awe, to conquest. A unique form of science, ice-patch archeology, arose from the current climate crisis, as such discoveries could only be made at the cost of the world's ice formations. THE AGE OF MELT takes the reader on a world tour of ice, exploring the conflicting belief systems around ice and its integral relationship to people. Melting ice has revealed so much about human culture, the environment, the past, and most importantly, our future.Find Lisa Baril and The Age of Melt online:https://www.lisabaril.com/The Age of Melt: What Glaciers, Ice Mummies, and Ancient Artifacts Teach Us about Climate, Culture, and a Future without IceFind me online:This Sustainable Life: Solve For Nature Podcast: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://shows.acast.com/solvefornatureBlog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://verdantgrowth.blog/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/verdantgrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/VerdantGrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/realverdantgrowth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/verdant.growth ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://instagram.com/verdantgrowthofficial Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this insightful conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Conger, a professor at Montana State University, shares his personal journey with dyslexia and the inspiring work he is doing to spotlight the strengths of the dyslexic mind. He provides a unique perspective on navigating education and career paths while embracing one's learning differences. Jeff discusses the importance of developing strengths alongside addressing weaknesses and how the Dyslexia and Innovation Symposium creates a new narrative around successful individuals with dyslexia. From leveraging visual memory to distinguishing between eye-reading and ear-reading, Jeff offers valuable insights and advice for individuals, parents, and educators looking to empower those with dyslexia.SHOW NOTESLiteracy Leaders:Dr. Jeffrey CongerDr. Sarah PenningtonDr. Waded CruzadoLynsey DyerCliff WeitzmanLinda SiegelDavid FlinkResources:Dyslexia & Innovation SymposiumSpeechifyGrammarlyNot Stupid, Not Lazy: Understanding Dyslexia and Other Learning DisabilitiesThinking Differently: An Inspiring Guide for Parents of Children with Learning DisabilitiesChat about this episode in The Science of Reading Collective.Explore the Reading Horizons Discovery® Product Suite.Access past show notes.Read the transcripts.

In this episode of 1050 Bascom, we were excited to welcome Professor David Parker, a lecturer in the Department of Political Science at UW-Madison to talk about contemporary British Politics. He received his doctorate here in 2004, and this is his first year back after teaching political science at Montana State University for sixteen years, including five years as Department Head. We asked Prof. Parker about the Labour Party's landslide victory in the elections this past summer, and how the Conservative Party is responding. We also discussed political polarization in Britain compared to that in the United States as well as how Brexit and devolution has impacted British politics. We thoroughly enjoyed our conversation and hope you will too.

Dr. Tom Walters is a board-certified orthopedic physical therapist who specializes in pain education, therapeutic exercise, and manual therapy. He completed a bachelor of science in exercise science at Montana State University and a doctorate in physical therapy at Chapman University.In this conversation, Tom Walters, a physical therapist, and James discuss the complexities of pain, emphasizing that it doesn't always signal injury and exploring the nervous system's role, beliefs, and active recovery. They highlight modern health challenges like sedentary lifestyles and stress, the importance of strength training, and mindfulness for managing anxiety. The conversation also touches on unlearning limiting beliefs about money and success, encouraging listeners to make informed, enjoyable health choices.He's amassed millions of followers across social media.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rehabscience/Youtube:  @RehabScience  My Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jamesbrackiniv/Time Stamps: 00:00 Understanding Pain and Injury03:08 The Role of the Nervous System in Pain05:53 Chronic vs. Acute Pain: Key Differences09:08 The Impact of Beliefs on Pain Perception11:54 Active Participation in Recovery15:08 Modern Health Hazards: Alcohol and Sedentary Lifestyle17:51 Strength and Longevity: Grip and Quad Strength21:04 Empowering Yourself in Injury Recovery34:17 Effective Exercise Routines35:56 The Importance of Mindfulness37:14 Navigating Entrepreneurial Anxiety40:40 The Weight of Validation44:40 The Nature of Problems47:39 The Power of Belief50:23 Understanding Chronic Pain56:46 Essential Health Habits

Bioharvesting Wool: An Alternative to Shearing wit Brent Roeder, Montana State University by American Sheep Industry Association

Coltan Pipinich, a graduate student in the Department of Ecology at Montana State University, discusses his time growing up in Montana, working for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, and his research on brown trout.

Matters Microbial #59: Some (Microbes) Like It Hot—Discussions with the Thermal Biology Institute October 3, 2024 Today is an unusual episode of the podcast.  I am visiting four microbiologists in the Thermal Biology Institute at Montana State University of Bozeman, Montana.  They discuss their work exploring the unusual microbes and environments to be found in Yellowstone National Park, ranging from the history of the park to opportunities for undergraduate students, as well as up-to-the-minute research done on the microbial denizens of this microbiological landmark. Host: Mark O. Martin Guests (in order of appearance:): Brent Peyton, Dana Skorupa, Zackary Jay, Anthony Kohtzy Subscribe: Apple Podcasts, Spotify Become a patron of Matters Microbial! Links for this episode A history and overview of Yellowstone National Park. An overview of microbiology in Yellowstone National Park. The story of Yellowstone National Park and PCR. Website for the Thermal Biology Institute. A prior podcast of #MattersMicrobial involving Dr. Roland Hatzenpichler and the research done by several of today's guests. Dr. Peyton's faculty website. Dr. Peyton's laboratory website. Dr. Skorupa's faculty website. A great article on the adventurous REU (Research Experience for Undergraduates) that Dr. Skorupa supervises. Dr. Jay's faculty website. A journal article describing some of Dr. Jay's (and Dr. Kohtz') work. A page including Dr. Kohtz An article describing some of Dr. Kohtz' (and Dr. Jay's) work. Intro music is by Reber Clark Send your questions and comments to mattersmicrobial@gmail.com

How can you build a resilient team? Building effective teams is an art in itself. Building teams that are resilient enough to withstand the challenges that come with adventure, takes this art to another level. When it comes to adventure, teams can come in many forms. They can be a group of guided guests, friends on a trip together, families, or a group of guides or instructors who are working together.In this episode, we are joined by Brenna Kelleher to explore what it takes to build resilient teams out of groups of individuals from the mountains to the office and beyond.Brenna currently teaches and guides advanced women's and youth-specific skiing clinics at Big Sky Resort. She is a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America's (PSIA) National Alpine Team and is a PSIA course examinerBrenna has also coached and competed in freestyle kayaking, she has guided horseback trips in Yellowstone, and she has led a group of girls on a semester program in Africa.Brenna taps into her extensive experience as a team member and team leader to share how we can build and develop teams that can perform well in the face of challenge and adversity.Key TakeawaysHow to build resilient teams:Communication: This needs to happen often. It also needs to happen in a way that helps people to feel safe to express how they are feeling.Building trust: This needs to start early.Organization: This needs to take into consideration what role each team member is going to play in a way that allows everyone to compliment each other.Allowing others to shine: Sometimes we can all be guilty of wanting to hog the limelight. A good strategy for leaders is to use opportunities to let others spend time in the spotlight. This means allowing others to take the lead, give briefings, lead meetings, and potentially take the credit.Top Reasons Teams can Struggle: People didn't feel they had a chance to express their concerns or fears. Leaders were not able to keep their egos in check. The goals that were set may not have been realistic or attainable. When there were issues, they may not have been dealt with early enough. This caused negativity to spread through the group.People may have felt they were being micromanaged.Resilient teams: Trust each other, share in each other's success, and these two things together allow everyone to feel valued. When people feel valued, they will be better positioned to perform at their best.Guest BioBrenna Kelleher has developed a highly successful career as an outdoor athlete, instructor, guide and realtor. She has been an NCAA ski racer for Montana State University and claimed the 2001 Junior World Championship as a freestyle kayaker. She has guided horseback trips in Yellowstone Park and has coached freestyle kayaking. Brenna has traveled to Africa leading a group of high school girls, as an educator in a semester abroad program. She is currently a member of the Professional Ski Instructors of America's (PSIA) National Alpine Team.In addition to being a PSIA Examiner, Brenna is a ski instructor and guide at Big Sky Resort where she leads advanced women's and youth-specific clinics.Guest LinksBrenna's website: www.bigskybrenna.comInstagram: @brennakelleherFollow or SubscribeDon't forget to follow the show!Share & Social Linkshttps://linktr.ee/deliveringadventurehttps://deliveringadventure.com

Welcome to Episode 219 of Autism Parenting Secrets. This week's guest is Dr. Heather Tallman Ruhm, a family physician and the Medical Director at Documenting Hope. We dive into the powerful connection between the gut and overall health, the role of mindset in healing, and how trauma affects our body's defenses. Dr. Heather emphasizes the importance of reducing environmental stressors and restoring the body's natural balance.We also discuss the innovative work of Documenting Hope, an organization empowering parents with success stories and cutting-edge research. This episode is full of actionable insights for parents looking to make a profound impact on their children's health.Plus, we preview an upcoming conference designed to unite parents and practitioners for continued learning and support.Tune in for key takeaways on building a healthier future for our children.The secret this week is…Foundations FIRSTYou'll Discover:The Forces Working Against Your Child (6:17)What Often Keeps Parents Stuck (13:36)We're Living In A World of Micro-Traumas (17:41)The Mission Of Documenting Hope (23:38)The Case For You To Attend The Documenting Hope Conference (29:09)How You As A Parent Can Make History (35:09)The Case For Your Practitioners To Attend The Documenting Hope Conference (37:47)About Our Guest:Heather Tallman Ruhm is the Medical Director for Documenting Hope – an educational and research-oriented not-for-profit organization established to help care providers, parents, and practitioners understand, prevent, and reverse chronic illness in children.  As a Medical Doctor and Certified Family Physician, Dr. Heather has always embraced an integrative and functional approach to root cause medicine.  Her clinical experience in this field began at the Whitaker Wellness Institute in Newport Beach, California, shortly after the completion of her residency.  Since then, she has spent the last twenty years in private practice, working in multi-disciplinary clinical settings throughout New England, including her current part-time practice at the New Hampshire Health and Wellness Center. Dr. Heather is a native of Montana and a “global” student and teacher at heart.  As an adjunct college professor for over a decade, she taught pathology and Foundations in Complimentary Health and Wellness with an emphasis on whole systems biology; she also hosted a radio series on Health Matters and, in 2018, helped establish one of the first bio-regulatory clinics in the US fashioned after the Paracelsus Institute in Switzerland.  Before studying medicine, Dr. Heather received her BA in Human Sciences at Montana State University and her master's degree in public policy (MPP) from Harvard's Kennedy School of Government.  She has both studied and worked in a volunteer capacity overseas, and she, her husband, and their grown daughter have hosted numerous exchange students over the years.www.nhhealthwellness.comReferences in The Episode:The Documenting Hope Conference, November 15-17, 2024, Orlando FlReversal of Autism Symptoms among Dizygotic Twins through a Personalized Lifestyle and Environmental Modification Approach: A Case Report and Review of the Literature, The Journal of Personalized Medicine, Volume 14, Issue 6Underestimated: An Autism Miracle by J.B. Handley and Jameson HandleyAdditional Resources:Take The Quiz: What's YOUR Top Autism Parenting Blindspot?To learn more about Cass & Len, visit us at www.autismparentingsecrets.comBe sure to follow Cass & Len on InstagramIf you enjoyed this episode, share it with your friends.

The Comstock Act of the 1800s is still affecting us today, especially Utah & Idaho abortion laws. Dr Amanda Hendrix-Komoto from Montana State University discusses current abortion fights in Utah and Idaho and how history influences us today. Check out our conversation... https://youtu.be/YBMowwjTbJ8 Don't miss our other conversations with Amanda: https://gospeltangents.com/people/amanda-hendrix-komoto/ Comstock Act Today Idaho's Abortion Fight   Utah's Abortion Fight Widespread Agreement on Abortion   Tragic Late-Term Abortion Story Why Amanda Writes about Hard Things Last Thoughts   Ina Coolbrith & Minerva Teichert   Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission. transcript to follow Copyright © 2024 Gospel Tangents All Rights Reserved Except for book reviews, no content may be reproduced without written permission.

Driven by hope and a strong sense of curiosity,  Dr. Kandi Wiens built a successful career as a management consultant.  Unaware of her own personal burnout, Kandi got a jarring wake up call with a health scare that changed the trajectory of her life and career.  Kandi is director of the University of Pennsylvania's Master in Medical Education Program and the Penn Health Professions Education Certificate Program. A sought after international speaker, she is co-founder and Chief Research Officer of Big Sky Leadership Labs, where she leads and conducts evidence based research on executive performance, emotional intelligence, and burnout and resilience. Her work has been prominently featured in Harvard Business Review and several Harvard Business Review press books.  A senior fellow at Penn, Kandi teaches various graduate level and executive format courses. She's designed and delivered over 2000 leadership development programs focused on helping leaders build and leverage their emotional and social intelligence to amplify their positive impact and protect themselves from burnout. Kandi holds a doctorate from University of Pennsylvania chief officer executive doctoral program, an MBA from University of Oregon, and a BS in business administration from Montana State University. Her new book is  Burnout Immunity: How Emotional Intelligence Can Help You Build Your Resilience and Heal Your Relationship With Work.    What You Will Hear in This Episode:  2:02 Kandi's personal journey 10:10 Burnout research and discovery 15:20  Susceptibility to burnout.  Identifying red flags, causes and recovery 20:42 Good stress, distress vs bad stress, eustress and thinking traps 24:50 Gender differences in responses to stress and emotional intelligence 31:18 Seeking outside help   Quotes “I needed to really re-evaluate how much stress I was under and what that stress was doing to me.” “I might be better off pursuing a career where I'm really happy and really making a contribution where I want to, where It's not about chasing someone else's goals but I'm finally chasing  the goals I've always wanted to.” “Emotional intelligence (EI) is a resource…..it can help us regulate our nervous system.” “Burnout is caused by our response to stress at work.” “Women in general carry a higher mental load, even if they're not doing more physical family activities; even if they have support and help with family and non-work activities.”   Mentioned: Burnout Immunity: How Emotional Intelligence Can Help You Build Your Resilience and Heal Your Relationship With Work Burnout Risk Assessment A-R-M-O-R Kandiwiens.com eConnect with Bonnie Gendered Ageism Survey Results Forbes article 5 Tips to own the superpower of your age IAMMusicGroup Purchase my book Not Done Yet on Amazon:  If you enjoyed this episode of Badass Women Podcast, then make sure to subscribe to the podcast and drop us a five-star review.  

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:00pm- Jessie Jane Duff—Gunnery Sergeant U.S. Marine Corps (ret), 2024 Campaign Executive Director Veterans for Trump, & Ambassador America First Policy Institute—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Kamala Harris's unwillingness to speak with the press. Plus, is the controversy surrounding Tim Walz's exaggerated military record about to disappear anytime soon? Absolutely not! Duff emphasizes that Walz openly lied about “serving in combat” and benefited from the lie by being elected to office. 5:35pm- Donald Trump's plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Billings, Montana due to a mechanical failure. The plane, thankfully, landed safely and Trump remains scheduled to speak at Montana State University on Friday night. 5:40pm- Dr. Victoria Coates—Former Deputy National Security Advisor & the Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss her latest op-ed for Fox News, “America's Reckless Iran Policy Has Middle East On Brink Of War. Only One Thing Can Pull Us Back Now.” Her upcoming book is: “Winning the War on Israel: Inside the Battle for the Jewish State and America.” You can read Dr. Coates's full editorial here: https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/americas-reckless-iran-policy-has-middle-east-brink-war-only-one-thing-can-pull-back-now

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 1: 3:05pm- It's Friday in the summer—and Rich is actually here doing a show LIVE! That's two weeks in a row, for anyone counting.  3:10pm- On Thursday, podcasters Joe Rogan and Russell Brand seemingly endorsed Independent candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. for president. Given their large, dedicated fan bases will their endorsements carry enough weight to impact the election in any way? And did Rogan officially endorse him? Or were his comments misconstrued?  3:15pm- Clear Choice, a political action committee that is closely aligned with the Democrat Party, is actively seeking to remove Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from state ballots—beginning in New York. The PAC argues that Kennedy lied about his Katonah, New York home address and, consequently, his signature collection campaign and ballot access should be invalidated.  3:40pm- According to the Washington Post, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke with former president Donald Trump last month—prior to Joe Biden's withdraw from the race—about endorsing Trump's campaign in exchange for an appointment within a hypothetical Trump administration. Josh Dawsey and Michael Scherer reported Kennedy wanted to oversee “a portfolio of health and medical issues” but that the “Trump campaign ultimately rejected the offer.” If Kennedy's presence is inadvertently helping Kamala Harris in swing states, will Trump's campaign pursue an agreement that leads to Kennedy's withdraw and endorsement? You can read The Washington Post's initial report here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/07/22/rfk-jr-floated-job-trump-white-house-he-weighed-endorsing-trump/ 3:55pm- Is Vice Presidential candidate Tim Walz the next to get removed from the Democratic Party's ticket? In a recently unearthed clip, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz states: “We can make sure those weapons of war, that I carried in war, is the only place where those weapons are out.” Despite the statement, Walz has never seen combat—retiring from the National Guard before he would have deployed to Iraq. 4:05pm- Director of Public Prosecutions of England and Wales Stephen Parkinson explained that the United Kingdom will criminally punish citizens that repost messages that the government deems “hateful.” He also explained that he will appropriate “dedicated police officers” to monitor social media. Similarly, UK Police Commissioner Mark Rowley has threatened to extradite and imprison American citizens over online posts. With Democrat Vice Presidential nominee Tim Walz having stated that the First Amendment shouldn't extend to speech the government considers “misinformation” or “hate speech,” could similar laws restricting speech be part of the Harris-Walz campaign's platform? 4:40pm- During an interview on CNN, Scotland's former Prime Minister Humza Yousaf accused Elon Musk of being “evil” and trying to start a Civil War. In response, he called for heavy government involvement in regulation. 4:55pm- Did Matt just play the worst return music in the history of The Rich Zeoli Show? 5:00pm- Jessie Jane Duff—Gunnery Sergeant U.S. Marine Corps (ret), 2024 Campaign Executive Director Veterans for Trump, & Ambassador America First Policy Institute—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss Kamala Harris's unwillingness to speak with the press. Plus, is the controversy surrounding Tim Walz's exaggerated military record about to disappear anytime soon? Absolutely not! Duff emphasizes that Walz openly lied about “serving in combat” and benefited from the lie by being elected to office. 5:35pm- Donald Trump's plane was forced to make an emergency landing in Billings, Montana due to a mechanical failure. The plane, thankfully, landed safely and Trump remains scheduled to speak at Montana State University on Friday night. 5:40pm- Dr. Victoria Coates—Former Deputy National Security Advisor & the Vice President of the Davis Institute for National Security and Foreign Policy at The Heritage Foundation—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss her latest op-ed for Fox News, “America's Reckless Iran Policy Has Middle East On Brink Of War. Only One Thing Can Pull Us Back Now.” Her upcoming book is: “Winning the War on Israel: Inside the Battle for the Jewish State and America.” You can read Dr. Coates's full editorial here: https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/americas-reckless-iran-policy-has-middle-east-brink-war-only-one-thing-can-pull-back-now 6:05pm- CNN's Brianna Keilar accused JD Vance of being an “imperfect messenger” for challenging Tim Walz's history of exaggerating his military service. Keilar baselessly claimed Vance exaggerated his own military record and was a “combat correspondent” for the US Marine Corps—inaccurately suggesting the position isn't dangerous. Vance responded on social media: “Brianna this is disgusting, and you and your entire network should be ashamed of yourselves. When I got the call to go to Iraq, I went. Tim Walz said he carried a gun in a war. Did he? No. It was a lie.” 6:30pm- Kamala Harris FINALLY answers questions from the press…for less than 90 seconds. If we are being honest, she didn't answer anything that could objectively be considered “difficult.” She did say she would like to participate in her first interview since becoming the Democrat Party's presidential nominee by the end of the month, but offered no specifics or guarantees. When will the press hold her accountable for running away from questions and the press?  Will she ever be held accountable for her past advocation of dangerous, far-left policies? 6:40pm- Luke Rosiak of The Daily Wire writes: “Virginia this week removed more than 6,300 non-citizens from the state's voter rolls as part of election security measures spearheaded by Gov. Glenn Youngkin. On Wednesday, Youngkin signed an executive order instructing the Department of Elections to remove ‘non-citizens who may have purposefully or accidentally registered to vote.' Pursuant to the order, the state also identified and removed from voter rolls 79,867 deceased voters, and identified registered voters who had moved out of state.” You can read the full article here: https://www.dailywire.com/news/virginia-removes-more-than-6000-non-citizens-from-voter-rolls 6:50pm- On Meet the Press NOW, NBC News Washington Correspondent Yamiche Alcindor and host Ryan Nobles noted that Kamala Harris has refused to engage with the media and that the “grace period” is quickly running out.  

In this episode of the Healthy, Wealthy, and Smart Podcast, host Dr. Stephanie Weyrauch is joined by special guest Dr. Jennifer Hill, a historian from Montana State University, to discuss Dr. Hill's book, "Birthing the West." Dr. Hill shares her background as a historian and a mother of three, explaining how her personal experiences with pregnancy inspired her to delve into the history of birthing. Tune in to learn more about the fascinating intersection of history, pregnancy, and societal perceptions. Time Stamps:  [00:01:38] History of birthing in Montana. [00:07:04] Public health in the West. [00:08:44] Support in caregiving relationships. [00:14:45] Medicalization of childbirth. [00:17:02] Birthing practices in America. [00:21:28] Postpartum support and historical perspective. [00:25:09] Importance of Listening in Healthcare. [00:29:00] Challenging medical standards of care. [00:35:48] Fear of childbirth. [00:39:06] Valuing the human reproductive process. [00:44:52] Contraception laws in the US. [00:46:36] Home birth as a trend. [00:53:37] Full humanity in healthcare. [00:56:19] Talking about reproduction openly. More About Dr. Hill: With a passion for making the everyday realities of past peoples come alive, Jennifer Hill holds a PhD in American Studies. Her research and writing focus on childbirth, contraception, abortion, venereal disease, and healthcare in the American West – an area with a compelling reproductive history. Based on the belief that history is a powerful tool for understanding current controversies, Hill focuses on interpreting our shared human past in ways that inform contemporary reproductive issues.  Currently an Associate Teaching Professor at MSU, Jennifer works as an interdisciplinary scholar. When she is not researching, writing, or teaching, she can be found trail running, gardening, kayaking, or eating. Resources from this Episode: Dr. Hill's Website Birthing the West Book Jane Sponsorship Information: Win a Ticket to See Lorimer Moseley in NYC Book a one-on-one demo here Mention the code LITZY1MO for a free month Follow Dr. Karen Litzy on Social Media: Karen's Twitter Karen's Instagram Karen's LinkedIn Subscribe to Healthy, Wealthy & Smart: YouTube Website Apple Podcast Spotify SoundCloud Stitcher iHeart Radio

Twenty-three year old Randy Church was a bright, talented and driven student attending Montana State University.  Majoring in electrical engineering, Randy was excited for what opportunities the future would afford.  Living off campus in Bozeman at the time, Randy picked up a part time job at a local Pizza Hut.  He quickly was promoted to the position of shift supervisor.On the evening of Saturday, February 9th, 1985, Randy was scheduled on a closing shift.  Locking up just after midnight, he stayed behind with one other employee to clean and prep for the next day's business.  At approximately 3 AM, Randy's co-worker left and sometime shortly thereafter, an armed individual gained entry to the restaurant.The next morning, co-workers discovered Randy's body.  The college student had been shot two times during what appeared to have been a robbery gone wrong.  No one has ever been charged, no suspect officially named, no motive confirmed.  Was he the victim of a random crime, perhaps committed by two escaped prisoners on the run?  Was he targeted by a local violent criminal or was he murdered by someone close, perhaps a friend or co-worker?More than forty years later, Randy's murder remains the sole unsolved homicide on the books in the city of Bozeman.Sponsored by:  Shopify!  Visit Shopify.com/trace and sign up for a $1 per month trial period.Trace Evidence LinkTree & Social MediaMusic Courtesy of: "Lost Time" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/#truecrime #truecrimepodcast #realcrimes #disappearance #disappeared #missing #unsolved #unsolvedmysteries #evidence #investigation #missingperson #traceevidence #homicide #detective #coldcase #creepy #truecrimestory #truecrimestories #montana #montanacrime #bozeman #havre #randychurch #randallchurch #murder #homicide #pizzahutBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/trace-evidence--3207798/support.

Wes Goodman recently completed his PhD in Exercise and Nutrition Science with an emphasis in Biomechanics and Motor Control at Montana State University under Dr. David Graham with our very own Dr. Helms on his committee as well. But he's more than an academic, he's a certified strength and conditioning specialist, gym owner, power lifter, strong man and Highland Games competitor! He studied how musculoskeletal modelling can help us understand the nuances of how the body performs squats. In this episode you'll learn about the theory and application of motor control to lifting, the limitations of common biomechanics studies, and how modelling helps us understand that muscles can influence joints they don't actually cross, and to Omar's dismay, that a calf raise might actually be a squat accessory exercise!

Is it possible to breed a species of bee with total viral immunity? Maybe, and the research being done in Michelle Flenniken's lab could pave the way for it to happen. Tune in to discover: Whether bees might utilize a form of preventative medicine In what way a honeybee model for insect immunity might be superior to the status quo fruit fly model Why the term “honeybee viruses” might be misleading Michelle Flenniken is Assistant Professor in the Plant Sciences Department and Co-Director of the Pollinator Health Center at Montana State University whose primary research is focused not only on understanding the impact of viruses on honeybees, but on the molecular mechanisms that bees have evolved to combat viral infections. Longitudinal monitoring projects looking at the prevalence and abundance of 16 pathogens across several bee colonies over time have led to interesting and useful findings. For instance, Flenniken's lab has shown that bees that are infected with viruses have perturbation in the genes that are important for metabolic processes, and that even in so-called asymptomatic bees, there are more than a billion copies of RNA viruses per bee. The hypothesis that follows this finding is that this viral load could be energetically taxing on bees—even if the bees appear phenotypically normal. More recent research in Flenniken's lab has shown that a bee's immune response is stimulated by double-stranded RNA, which is a molecule that viruses produce when replicating; this molecule stimulates RNA interference in bees—an antiviral mechanism. This has shown to be true also in bumblebees, but is not the case in the fruit fly, which is the go-to model for studying insect immunity. This has opened the door to more exciting and new research that Flenniken and her lab are gearing up to conduct. If antiviral mechanisms in bees can be fully understood, then it may be possible to identify the genes associated with fighting off viral infection, which would make it possible to breed honeybees that are resistant or immune to viral infections. Flenniken discusses the details of all this and more, including viral transmission in bees and across species, whether different castes of bees are differentially impacted by viruses, host-pathogen interaction studies, and which viruses most commonly impact bees. Check out https://plantsciences.montana.edu/directory/faculty/1524085/michelle-flenniken to learn more. Take advantage of a 5% discount on Ekster accessories by using the code FINDINGGENIUS. Enhance your style and functionality with premium accessories. Visit bit.ly/3uiVX9R to explore latest collection. Available on Apple Podcasts: apple.co/2Os0myK