Red Lodge - The Podcast Tue, 26 May 2026 07:05:12 -0400 https://www.redlodgethepodcast.com/podcast en-us © 2026 Red Lodge - The Podcast yes 252b40a5-38f3-5616-aff3-36f1de9a3707 Jason Reimer episodic false This podcast provides the listener with unique human interest stories from various individuals who have in some way or another brushed up against the small magical mountain town of Red Lodge, Montana. Red Lodge, a town of 2,700 people located at the edge of the Beartooth Mountains, and just 68 miles northeast of Yellowstone National Park, is known for its stunning landscapes and beautiful scenery. People who live in Red Lodge, visit Red Lodge regularly, or simply pass through one time are captivated by the charm, beauty, and allure of this magical and historic town.


The stories in this podcast transcend Red Lodge. Some of these stories happened here in this place, while others did not. These unique stories, from unique people may have happened anywhere, and they are brought to life in Red Lodge - the Podcast.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Stories, Recreation, Adventure, Society, Yellowstone, Montana, Beartooth Highway, Human Interest, Culture, Wyoming Jason Reimer https://storage.buzzsprout.com/7c2y7tgs7naev991pezh0vb0wd02?.jpg Red Lodge - The Podcast https://www.redlodgethepodcast.com/podcast Episode 15: "Red Lodge Roots, the Big Screen, and the Front Lines in the Battle Against Child Exploitation with Dawn Ann Ritter Episode 15: "Red Lodge Roots, the Big Screen, and the Front Lines in the Battle Against Child Exploitation with Dawn Ann Ritter Dawn Ann Ritter grew up at the base of the Beartooths, ranched outside of Red Lodge, Montana, built the beloved western fashion brand boutique store Moo Country,  and has worked for years as a movie actress. Her recent story has led her to Nashville, Tennessee and the front lines of protecting kids from online predators, exploitation , sextortion, human trafficking and abuse. Dawn Ann now serves as a board member with Operation Light Shine, which helps equip specialized INTERCEPT Task Forces with the tools, training, and support they need to fight child exploitation and trafficking across the country. In this episode, we hear the story of a girl who grew up skiing and ranching in  Red Lodge, took on the  stage and screen as a movie actress, and now works alongside investigators and technologists in the important work of fighting against the exploitation and abuse of children  in hopes to keep them safe.

]]> Dawn Ann Ritter grew up at the base of the Beartooths, ranched outside of Red Lodge, Montana, built the beloved western fashion brand boutique store Moo Country,  and has worked for years as a movie actress. Her recent story has led her to Nashville, Tennessee and the front lines of protecting kids from online predators, exploitation , sextortion, human trafficking and abuse. Dawn Ann now serves as a board member with Operation Light Shine, which helps equip specialized INTERCEPT Task Forces with the tools, training, and support they need to fight child exploitation and trafficking across the country. In this episode, we hear the story of a girl who grew up skiing and ranching in  Red Lodge, took on the  stage and screen as a movie actress, and now works alongside investigators and technologists in the important work of fighting against the exploitation and abuse of children  in hopes to keep them safe.

]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-19239700 Tue, 26 May 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2879 full false Episode 14: "On the Rail and on the Air" - Behind the scenes at the Kentucky Derby with Jeannine Edwards Episode 14: "On the Rail and on the Air" - Behind the scenes at the Kentucky Derby with Jeannine Edwards 4:30 AM in the stables on the morning of the Kentucky Derby. In the paddock for the Preakness. Live at Belmont Stakes with history on the line. For years, if horse racing was on ESPN or ABC, Jeannine Edwards was often the one telling the story. In this episode of Red Lodge the Podcast, “On the Rail and On the Air”, Jeannine Edwards shares how a life on the racetrack led to an adventurous journey and career as an award winning reporter at ESPN, working as the network’s senior horse racing reporter covering the Triple Crown, Breeders’ Cup, and Dubai World Cup. In this conversation, we have a front row look at horse racing’s biggest stages and the long winding road where Jeannine often found herself right where the story breaks. Jeannine recounts her own personal and heartfelt emotion while closely covering 2006 Kentucky Derby Winner Barbaro, and his post race injury and eventual tragic death. This story takes us beyond horse racing to Jeannine’s work as a sideline reporter for college football, college basketball, and SportsCenter, a journey in which she earned three Eclipse Awards for Outstanding Live Telecasts, two Emmy nominations, and was named one of “The top 40 Women Who Raised the Bar in Sports Media.”
Welcome to this episode of Red Lodge – the Podcast.

]]> 4:30 AM in the stables on the morning of the Kentucky Derby. In the paddock for the Preakness. Live at Belmont Stakes with history on the line. For years, if horse racing was on ESPN or ABC, Jeannine Edwards was often the one telling the story. In this episode of Red Lodge the Podcast, “On the Rail and On the Air”, Jeannine Edwards shares how a life on the racetrack led to an adventurous journey and career as an award winning reporter at ESPN, working as the network’s senior horse racing reporter covering the Triple Crown, Breeders’ Cup, and Dubai World Cup. In this conversation, we have a front row look at horse racing’s biggest stages and the long winding road where Jeannine often found herself right where the story breaks. Jeannine recounts her own personal and heartfelt emotion while closely covering 2006 Kentucky Derby Winner Barbaro, and his post race injury and eventual tragic death. This story takes us beyond horse racing to Jeannine’s work as a sideline reporter for college football, college basketball, and SportsCenter, a journey in which she earned three Eclipse Awards for Outstanding Live Telecasts, two Emmy nominations, and was named one of “The top 40 Women Who Raised the Bar in Sports Media.”
Welcome to this episode of Red Lodge – the Podcast.

]]> Buzzsprout-19160570 Tue, 12 May 2026 05:00:00 -0600 3577 full false Episode 13: "Bounds of Magic, Myths of Tea" - Storied Life Chapters with Gary Robson Episode 13: "Bounds of Magic, Myths of Tea" - Storied Life Chapters with Gary Robson From authoring books sold across the country in national parks, to tea rooms, and the small town acting stage, Gary Robson packs in life adventures across the board. In this episode, we sit down with the Red Lodge author behind the national bestselling children’s series Who Pooped in the Park?—a series of adventure books centered on national parks across the country including Yellowstone and New York’s Central Park.

Gary has written more than 30 books and sold over 750,000 copies, including his just released fantasy novel, The Bounds of Magic. In this conversation we talk about storytelling, the side roads that life often takes, and why Gary still jokes he’s still “trying to decide what he wants to do when he grows up.” It is an episode filled with laughs, stories, and the soulful spirit of a unique life set in this unique place, Red Lodge - Montana.



]]> From authoring books sold across the country in national parks, to tea rooms, and the small town acting stage, Gary Robson packs in life adventures across the board. In this episode, we sit down with the Red Lodge author behind the national bestselling children’s series Who Pooped in the Park?—a series of adventure books centered on national parks across the country including Yellowstone and New York’s Central Park.

Gary has written more than 30 books and sold over 750,000 copies, including his just released fantasy novel, The Bounds of Magic. In this conversation we talk about storytelling, the side roads that life often takes, and why Gary still jokes he’s still “trying to decide what he wants to do when he grows up.” It is an episode filled with laughs, stories, and the soulful spirit of a unique life set in this unique place, Red Lodge - Montana.



]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-19081618 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0600 3310 full false Episode 12: "Tables, Stories, and Belonging" - Kat Porco Episode 12: "Tables, Stories, and Belonging" - Kat Porco In this episode, we sit down with Kat Porco, a health advocate, educator, writer, thought leader and entrepreneur, to talk about building a space where art, food, and conversation live side by side. Kat shares how she and her husband Mike imagined their restaurant, the One Legged Magpie, as a gathering place for locals and travelers alike, a home for boundary‑pushing food and drink that still holds tight to Red Lodge values of resilience, welcome, and belonging. We dig into what it takes to nurture community on purpose: how you design a room for real connection, how stories travel from table to table, and how a business can quietly become a hub for healing, culture, joy and an intentional gathering space in this beautiful mountain town.

You’re listening to Red Lodge - the Podcast.


]]> In this episode, we sit down with Kat Porco, a health advocate, educator, writer, thought leader and entrepreneur, to talk about building a space where art, food, and conversation live side by side. Kat shares how she and her husband Mike imagined their restaurant, the One Legged Magpie, as a gathering place for locals and travelers alike, a home for boundary‑pushing food and drink that still holds tight to Red Lodge values of resilience, welcome, and belonging. We dig into what it takes to nurture community on purpose: how you design a room for real connection, how stories travel from table to table, and how a business can quietly become a hub for healing, culture, joy and an intentional gathering space in this beautiful mountain town.

You’re listening to Red Lodge - the Podcast.


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-19004208 Tue, 14 Apr 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2153 full false Downtown Edition 3: "Backyard to Broadway" - Inside the 30 year story of the Red Lodge Pizza Company with Tom and Eliza Kuntz Downtown Edition 3: "Backyard to Broadway" - Inside the 30 year story of the Red Lodge Pizza Company with Tom and Eliza Kuntz Welcome to this special edition of Red Lodge: Downtown “Backyard to Broadway”: Inside the 30 year story of the Red Lodge Pizza Company.
In this edition of Red Lodge Downtown, we welcome Tom and Eliza Kuntz, the founders and owners of the iconic downtown restaurant - the Red Lodge Pizza Company. Tom and Eliza reminisce 30 years back, and how friends, fun, and pizza parties in their home sparked the dream, and creation of a place that has simply become known as “Pizza Co.” From buying an old post office, to wild tales from the kitchen in its early days, Tom and Eliza walk us through the story that brought Pizza Co to where it is today.

]]> Welcome to this special edition of Red Lodge: Downtown “Backyard to Broadway”: Inside the 30 year story of the Red Lodge Pizza Company.
In this edition of Red Lodge Downtown, we welcome Tom and Eliza Kuntz, the founders and owners of the iconic downtown restaurant - the Red Lodge Pizza Company. Tom and Eliza reminisce 30 years back, and how friends, fun, and pizza parties in their home sparked the dream, and creation of a place that has simply become known as “Pizza Co.” From buying an old post office, to wild tales from the kitchen in its early days, Tom and Eliza walk us through the story that brought Pizza Co to where it is today.

]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18910164 Thu, 26 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -0600 3588 full false Episode 11: High Tides, Long Trails, and Open Roads - Lesli Hawkins Episode 11: High Tides, Long Trails, and Open Roads - Lesli Hawkins In this episode of Red Lodge - the Podcast, we are joined by free-spirited adventurer Lesli Hawkins. Lesli talks about her childhood, growing up dreaming of becoming a park ranger after a family trip out west. Our conversation winds through stories of thru hiking the Pacific Crest and Continental Divide Trails, and what happens when along with her husband and kids, they take a 9,000 mile, five month long camping trip stopping to work at organic farms along the way.  Truck Camping on the beach in brewing ocean storms, adventurous trails, and looking ahead to their next adventure off the grid in Alaska, Lesli brings a story of living life one adventure at a time always open to whatever might be around the next corner.


]]> In this episode of Red Lodge - the Podcast, we are joined by free-spirited adventurer Lesli Hawkins. Lesli talks about her childhood, growing up dreaming of becoming a park ranger after a family trip out west. Our conversation winds through stories of thru hiking the Pacific Crest and Continental Divide Trails, and what happens when along with her husband and kids, they take a 9,000 mile, five month long camping trip stopping to work at organic farms along the way.  Truck Camping on the beach in brewing ocean storms, adventurous trails, and looking ahead to their next adventure off the grid in Alaska, Lesli brings a story of living life one adventure at a time always open to whatever might be around the next corner.


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18859165 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0600 2435 full false Episode 10: "Outside the Boundaries:" back country adventures with Nick Gaddy Episode 10: "Outside the Boundaries:" back country adventures with Nick Gaddy Backcountry ski lines, ice walls, rock wall climbing, and Red Lodge search and rescue calls. In this episode of RedLodge the Podcast we welcome Nick Gaddy, the executive director of Beartooth Trails, the silver run free ride ski team head coach, back country ski instructor and mountain guide, and a key member of the Red Lodge EMS search-and-rescue response team. In this conversation, Nick talks about a life that has led him into steep lines and frozen waterfalls, along with the quiet discipline behind “extreme” days and the moments when fun turns serious and rescue training takes over. From coaching local kids to read terrain, to guiding visitors safely through the vast and mysterious back country, Nick shares the stories and lessons that sit at the edge of adventure and responsibility, and reminds you how much heart and preparation live behind every legendary day in the mountains.

]]> Backcountry ski lines, ice walls, rock wall climbing, and Red Lodge search and rescue calls. In this episode of RedLodge the Podcast we welcome Nick Gaddy, the executive director of Beartooth Trails, the silver run free ride ski team head coach, back country ski instructor and mountain guide, and a key member of the Red Lodge EMS search-and-rescue response team. In this conversation, Nick talks about a life that has led him into steep lines and frozen waterfalls, along with the quiet discipline behind “extreme” days and the moments when fun turns serious and rescue training takes over. From coaching local kids to read terrain, to guiding visitors safely through the vast and mysterious back country, Nick shares the stories and lessons that sit at the edge of adventure and responsibility, and reminds you how much heart and preparation live behind every legendary day in the mountains.

]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18771534 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 05:00:00 -0700 2469 full false Episode 9: "Beyond the Gate:" Adventures on Top of the World with Mason Miller Episode 9: "Beyond the Gate:" Adventures on Top of the World with Mason Miller What happens on top of the Beartooth pass in the heart of winter, after the gates are closed and the highway disappears under snow?

In this episode, we ride up to 9,500 feet with Mason Miller, owner of Top of the World Resort and creator of Limitless Riding Snowmobile Clinics. Mason opens a door beyond the closed highway gates  into a high alpine winter world that one rarely sees. Big Sky, magical beauty, deep snow and blanketed ridge lines, along with a quiet and unique cozy outpost of life in the heart of the wilderness. In this  episode we go beyond the gate to the top of the Beartooth Pass, where you  have  stepped off the map, right on to the top of the world. 


]]> What happens on top of the Beartooth pass in the heart of winter, after the gates are closed and the highway disappears under snow?

In this episode, we ride up to 9,500 feet with Mason Miller, owner of Top of the World Resort and creator of Limitless Riding Snowmobile Clinics. Mason opens a door beyond the closed highway gates  into a high alpine winter world that one rarely sees. Big Sky, magical beauty, deep snow and blanketed ridge lines, along with a quiet and unique cozy outpost of life in the heart of the wilderness. In this  episode we go beyond the gate to the top of the Beartooth Pass, where you  have  stepped off the map, right on to the top of the world. 


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18688966 Tue, 17 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0700 2066 full false Episode 8: "Echoes from the Cabin"- Inside the 17 year long hunt for the UNABOMBER with former FBI Agent George Clow Episode 8: "Echoes from the Cabin"- Inside the 17 year long hunt for the UNABOMBER with former FBI Agent George Clow In this episode, we step inside one of the longest and most complex manhunts in modern American history. Beginning in 1978, a man the country came to know only as the Unabomber terrorized universities and airlines with a series of mail and hand‑delivered bombs. Sixteen devices. Three people killed. Twenty‑three more injured. And for a long time, nearly 16 years, very few usable clues or leads. We welcome to Red Lodge - the Podcast, retired FBI agent George Clow, who spent several years as one of the lead investigators on the Unabomber case. He worked inside the pressure, the dead ends, and the tiny breakthroughs that eventually led from an anonymous manifesto in 1995, to an arrest a little over year later in a remote cabin in the woods just outside the small mountain town of Lincoln, Montana. In this conversation, George takes us behind the scenes and gives insight as to how the case really unfolded, what it demanded of the people chasing it, and the triumphant moments of finally bringing a fugitive justice.


]]> In this episode, we step inside one of the longest and most complex manhunts in modern American history. Beginning in 1978, a man the country came to know only as the Unabomber terrorized universities and airlines with a series of mail and hand‑delivered bombs. Sixteen devices. Three people killed. Twenty‑three more injured. And for a long time, nearly 16 years, very few usable clues or leads. We welcome to Red Lodge - the Podcast, retired FBI agent George Clow, who spent several years as one of the lead investigators on the Unabomber case. He worked inside the pressure, the dead ends, and the tiny breakthroughs that eventually led from an anonymous manifesto in 1995, to an arrest a little over year later in a remote cabin in the woods just outside the small mountain town of Lincoln, Montana. In this conversation, George takes us behind the scenes and gives insight as to how the case really unfolded, what it demanded of the people chasing it, and the triumphant moments of finally bringing a fugitive justice.


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18614441 Tue, 03 Feb 2026 05:00:00 -0700 3438 full false Episode 7: Dust, Roots, and Reels: The “story behind the story” of Mary Kate, Ali Ruth and their Montana history adventures Episode 7: Dust, Roots, and Reels: The “story behind the story” of Mary Kate, Ali Ruth and their Montana history adventures In this episode, we sit down with the multi-media artist team of Mary Kate and Ali Ruth Teske. We hear the story behind how they began making short Montana history videos that have gained a massive following and captivated audience. Raised in the farmlands of eastern Montana, Mary Kate brings photography, music, and storytelling to the front of the camera while Billings native Ali Ruth helps film, produce, and shape the vision behind the scenes. Together, Mary Kate and Ali Ruth are expanding people's knowledge of unique Montana stories as they creatively adventure the state with their unique style and vibe. 

]]> In this episode, we sit down with the multi-media artist team of Mary Kate and Ali Ruth Teske. We hear the story behind how they began making short Montana history videos that have gained a massive following and captivated audience. Raised in the farmlands of eastern Montana, Mary Kate brings photography, music, and storytelling to the front of the camera while Billings native Ali Ruth helps film, produce, and shape the vision behind the scenes. Together, Mary Kate and Ali Ruth are expanding people's knowledge of unique Montana stories as they creatively adventure the state with their unique style and vibe. 

]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18537216 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 05:00:00 -0700 2536 full false Episode 6: Small Town, Big Stage: Burke Mastel's Championship Run with the Montana State Bobcats Episode 6: Small Town, Big Stage: Burke Mastel's Championship Run with the Montana State Bobcats In this episode, we sit down with 2022 Red Lodge High School graduate Burke Mastel and starting offensive lineman for the Montana State Bobcats. Burke relives the program’s first FCS national championship victory since 1984, and shares what it felt like to step onto the biggest stage in college football where  Montana State in dramatic fashion defeated Illinois State  35-34 in overtime, bringing a long-awaited title back to Montana State.


]]> In this episode, we sit down with 2022 Red Lodge High School graduate Burke Mastel and starting offensive lineman for the Montana State Bobcats. Burke relives the program’s first FCS national championship victory since 1984, and shares what it felt like to step onto the biggest stage in college football where  Montana State in dramatic fashion defeated Illinois State  35-34 in overtime, bringing a long-awaited title back to Montana State.


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18497750 Tue, 13 Jan 2026 04:00:00 -0700 2284 full false Downtown Edition 2: "A Red Lodge Christmas Special" Downtown Edition 2: "A Red Lodge Christmas Special" In this edition of Downtown: 'A Red Lodge Christmas Special.' we are joined by a special guest, Sarah Ewald. Sarah is the Foundation Director for Red Lodge Fire Rescue, as well as one of the founding members of the Red Lodge Fun Run ForCharity. As a visible pillar of support and work in the Red Lodge community Sarah joins Red Lodge Downtown to discuss the spirit of giving and volunteerism that shines bright in our community. This Christmas Special highlights different ways the Red Lodge community gives back helping make Red Lodge the special and unique place that it is. To conclude this edition, we head downtown Red Lodge to interact with people on the streets and to spread some Christmas cheer.

Welcome to this edition of Red Lodge - Downtown.

]]> In this edition of Downtown: 'A Red Lodge Christmas Special.' we are joined by a special guest, Sarah Ewald. Sarah is the Foundation Director for Red Lodge Fire Rescue, as well as one of the founding members of the Red Lodge Fun Run ForCharity. As a visible pillar of support and work in the Red Lodge community Sarah joins Red Lodge Downtown to discuss the spirit of giving and volunteerism that shines bright in our community. This Christmas Special highlights different ways the Red Lodge community gives back helping make Red Lodge the special and unique place that it is. To conclude this edition, we head downtown Red Lodge to interact with people on the streets and to spread some Christmas cheer.

Welcome to this edition of Red Lodge - Downtown.

]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18398645 Mon, 22 Dec 2025 17:00:00 -0700 2014 full false Episode 5: "Into Hell's Kitchen": Chase Cardoza's Experience Inside Season 24 of the Reality TV Show Episode 5: "Into Hell's Kitchen": Chase Cardoza's Experience Inside Season 24 of the Reality TV Show In this episode, the conclusion of a 2 part series, we continue our conversation with Chase Cardoza, the Executive Chef at the One Legged Magpie in Red Lodge, Montana.  Chef Cardoza tells of his experience representing the state of Montana on the show, and behind the scenes of season 24 of Chef Gordon Ramsay’s television show “Hell’s Kitchen - Battle of the States.”  Sharing details of what things were like behind the scenes, as well as what prompted his decision to leave the show, Chase continues to share his unique story. A story that triumphantly ends with a return to his hometown working as the executive chef at the One Legged Magpie in magical Red Lodge, Montana. You're listening to Red Lodge - The Podcast. 


]]> In this episode, the conclusion of a 2 part series, we continue our conversation with Chase Cardoza, the Executive Chef at the One Legged Magpie in Red Lodge, Montana.  Chef Cardoza tells of his experience representing the state of Montana on the show, and behind the scenes of season 24 of Chef Gordon Ramsay’s television show “Hell’s Kitchen - Battle of the States.”  Sharing details of what things were like behind the scenes, as well as what prompted his decision to leave the show, Chase continues to share his unique story. A story that triumphantly ends with a return to his hometown working as the executive chef at the One Legged Magpie in magical Red Lodge, Montana. You're listening to Red Lodge - The Podcast. 


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18355714 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700 3035 full false Episode 4: From dishes to ‘DISHES’: The Journey of Chef Chase Cardoza - Part 1 Episode 4: From dishes to ‘DISHES’: The Journey of Chef Chase Cardoza - Part 1 In Episode 4, part 1 of a 2 part series, we sit down with Chef Chase Cardoza, who currently serves as the Executive Chef at the One Legged Magpie in Red Lodge, Montana.  We learn about Chase’s childhood, where he faced tragedy and triumph, and his journey as a  small‑town Montana kid washing dishes in a local restaurant, to becoming a high end chef working in some of the most intense and successful kitchens across the country. We conclude Part 1 of this episode learning about how in a sudden twist of fate, Chase found himself on the brink of being selected to represent the state of Montana on the award winning reality television show, Chef Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen: Battle of the States. 


]]> In Episode 4, part 1 of a 2 part series, we sit down with Chef Chase Cardoza, who currently serves as the Executive Chef at the One Legged Magpie in Red Lodge, Montana.  We learn about Chase’s childhood, where he faced tragedy and triumph, and his journey as a  small‑town Montana kid washing dishes in a local restaurant, to becoming a high end chef working in some of the most intense and successful kitchens across the country. We conclude Part 1 of this episode learning about how in a sudden twist of fate, Chase found himself on the brink of being selected to represent the state of Montana on the award winning reality television show, Chef Gordon Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen: Battle of the States. 


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18322640 Tue, 09 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700 2492 full false Episode 3: Traveling the World on Horseback: "I traveled the world guiding tours on horseback and never left my hometown." Episode 3: Traveling the World on Horseback: "I traveled the world guiding tours on horseback and never left my hometown." In this episode of Red Lodge – the Podcast, we sit down with Margot Kuntz—a Red Lodge High School graduate and current Presidential Scholar at Montana State University in Bozeman. Margot tells the story of working as a guide for Elk River Outfitters in the summers during high school. Margot spent her days leading horseback rides through meadows, across rivers, and up into the mountains above this scenic town.

On paper, it was a trail guide job. In reality, it became her passport. Margot says she “traveled the world on the back of a horse and never left her hometown.


]]> In this episode of Red Lodge – the Podcast, we sit down with Margot Kuntz—a Red Lodge High School graduate and current Presidential Scholar at Montana State University in Bozeman. Margot tells the story of working as a guide for Elk River Outfitters in the summers during high school. Margot spent her days leading horseback rides through meadows, across rivers, and up into the mountains above this scenic town.

On paper, it was a trail guide job. In reality, it became her passport. Margot says she “traveled the world on the back of a horse and never left her hometown.


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18278642 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0700 1387 full false Downtown Edition 1: “Good Bye Wives and Daughters:” The 1943 Smith Mine Disaster and Music Video Project Downtown Edition 1: “Good Bye Wives and Daughters:” The 1943 Smith Mine Disaster and Music Video Project In this edition of Red Lodge Downtown, we explore the story of the Smith Mine Disaster of 1943—a historical tragedy that took place in Bearcreek, Montana, 8 miles east of Red Lodge, Montana.  We spotlight a song written by Linda McKenzie titled “Goodbye Wives and Daughters” and the coming music video project which is a collaborative effort between Gone West Productions and the Carbon County Historical Society and Museum. The project highlights both the emotional power of remembrance and the ongoing work to restore the museum’s historic third floor. You will hear from Becky Van Horn, who works at the museum and serves as the Carbon County Historical Preservation Officer as well as from Cody Simms, owner and producer with Gone West Productions, and song writer Linda McKenzie.


]]> In this edition of Red Lodge Downtown, we explore the story of the Smith Mine Disaster of 1943—a historical tragedy that took place in Bearcreek, Montana, 8 miles east of Red Lodge, Montana.  We spotlight a song written by Linda McKenzie titled “Goodbye Wives and Daughters” and the coming music video project which is a collaborative effort between Gone West Productions and the Carbon County Historical Society and Museum. The project highlights both the emotional power of remembrance and the ongoing work to restore the museum’s historic third floor. You will hear from Becky Van Horn, who works at the museum and serves as the Carbon County Historical Preservation Officer as well as from Cody Simms, owner and producer with Gone West Productions, and song writer Linda McKenzie.


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18268611 Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 -0700 847 full false Episode 2: Blizzard in the Beartooths: The Evacuation of 200 cyclists from the Beartooth Pass Episode 2: Blizzard in the Beartooths: The Evacuation of 200 cyclists from the Beartooth Pass In this episode, our guest Jennifer Drinkwalter shares her life experiences as an outdoor enthusiast. As someone who has participated in, and founded many outdoor recreational events that challenge the body, soul, and mind, Jennifer brings a wealth of experience to be shared with the listener. Jennifer shares the dramatic story of how she led the evacuation of over 200 cyclists from the Beartooth Pass during an unexpected snowstorm during the summer of 2015. From adventure races to rebuilding bikes and welcoming newcomers, Jennifer’s journey is a testament to grit, gratitude, and the joy of working together and bringing amazing outdoor recreational experiences to our community.


]]> In this episode, our guest Jennifer Drinkwalter shares her life experiences as an outdoor enthusiast. As someone who has participated in, and founded many outdoor recreational events that challenge the body, soul, and mind, Jennifer brings a wealth of experience to be shared with the listener. Jennifer shares the dramatic story of how she led the evacuation of over 200 cyclists from the Beartooth Pass during an unexpected snowstorm during the summer of 2015. From adventure races to rebuilding bikes and welcoming newcomers, Jennifer’s journey is a testament to grit, gratitude, and the joy of working together and bringing amazing outdoor recreational experiences to our community.


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18238279 Tue, 25 Nov 2025 05:00:00 -0700 2220 1 2 full false Episode 1: Near the Edge: “A Brush with Fate on the Pacific Crest Trail" Episode 1: Near the Edge: “A Brush with Fate on the Pacific Crest Trail" An adventure story from our guest Brian Sweet, a local Red Lodge, Montana bookstore owner, who narrowly survived a brush with death while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. This episode details how Brian and his wife Amy ended up in Red Lodge, Montana as the owners of Beartooth Books. It highlights their love for hiking, adventure and outdoor recreation, including a personal story of how Brian almost died while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. Intertwined throughout - is the magic of this small town, Red Lodge, Montana, and the amazing outdoor hiking and adventure found in its' "backyard."


]]> An adventure story from our guest Brian Sweet, a local Red Lodge, Montana bookstore owner, who narrowly survived a brush with death while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. This episode details how Brian and his wife Amy ended up in Red Lodge, Montana as the owners of Beartooth Books. It highlights their love for hiking, adventure and outdoor recreation, including a personal story of how Brian almost died while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. Intertwined throughout - is the magic of this small town, Red Lodge, Montana, and the amazing outdoor hiking and adventure found in its' "backyard."


]]> Jason Reimer Buzzsprout-18179940 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 19:00:00 -0700 2807 1 1 full false