Montana Values Podcast

Episode 1 - "RINOs Exposed"

Wed, 06 May 2020 12:04:44 -0600

Who are the real RINOs in the room? Tune in to our inaugural podcast and find out!

Episode 1 - Show Notes:

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/05/08/dont-believe-everything-read/
https://flatheadbeacon.com/2019/08/02/permission-not-required/
https://flatheadbeacon.com/2019/06/21/republican-hokey-pokey/
https://flatheadbeacon.com/2018/05/11/party-hypocrisy/

Music by: Tony Almighty, Instrumentalization. Royalty free via Jamendo

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Episode 2 - "2 Fakes and a Real for Congress."

Wed, 06 May 2020 12:12:21 -0600

As Montanans, we're looking for more than just a candidate that tows the Republican Party line. Beware of the fakers.

Episode 2 - Show Notes:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ELtfl5guN0Q
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i5fIYoG85B8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nb71niZWjxA

Music by: Night Club Gogo, Musician Toy. Royalty free via Jamendo

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Episode 3 - "Mutilating Montana's Heritage."

Wed, 06 May 2020 12:22:00 -0600

Anyone can call themselves a "Montanan", but not everyone has Montana Values. Example: Troy Downing. When a guy violates Montana's hunting and fishing laws, he spits in the face of every Montanan.

Episode 3 - Show Notes:

https://themontanapost.com/blog/2019/06/28/troy-downing-tax-cheat-and-poacher-announces-for-state-auditor/

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=troy+downing+deep+state&docid=607998104104141096&mid=CFF9C550FD93F37F5B06CFF9C550FD93F37F5B06&view=detail&FORM=VIRE

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=troy+downing&&view=detail&mid=C80EF20425200DE3DF25C80EF20425200DE3DF25&&FORM=VRDGAR&ru=%2Fvideos%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dtroy%2520downing%26qs%3Dn%26form%3DQBVDMH%26sp%3D-1%26pq%3Dtroy%2520downing%26sc%3D8-12%26sk%3D%26cvid%3DCCE470FBCB634EC1B56FF54D8FDC97B2

Music by: Artisitico, Funk to Funk. Royalty free via Jamendo

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Episode 4 - "Just say NO, to selling Montana's soul to Greg Gianforte."

Wed, 06 May 2020 12:25:15 -0600

Is it too much to ask, that those who represent us or wish to represent us, DON'T have a criminal record? We don't think so.

Episode 4 - Show Notes:

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/video/2017/may/25/republican-greg-gianforte-body-slams-guardian-reporter-in-montana-video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2dDo36-VVs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8v0DN3VOXZ0

Music by: Ultra Cat, Disco High. Royalty free via Jamendo

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Episode - 5 - "The Flathead Fringe"

Wed, 06 May 2020 12:31:19 -0600

Has the "Flathead County Republican Women" group lost its way? We give you the straight skinny, and let you decide.

Episode 5 - Show Notes:

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/05/08/dont-believe-everything-read/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2019/08/02/permission-not-required/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2019/06/21/republican-hokey-pokey/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2018/05/11/party-hypocrisy/

Music by: Caffeine Mit Cocaine, Ominous Silence. Royalty free via Jamendo

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Episode 6 - "Montanans: Experts in social distancing since 1889."

Wed, 13 May 2020 18:58:19 -0600

406 life after Corona virus. This show focuses on the Montana value of self-reliance. We'll dive into the details about how we came out on top, how Montana can lead the way moving forward, and show the country that the American spirit is alive and well.

Episode 6 - Show Notes:

http://www.familyfoodsstores.com/lakeside.html
https://www.lastbestbox.com/
https://www.lewistownnews.com/
http://lewistownchamber.com/
http://kyleshobe.com/
https://madeinmontanausa.com/

Music by: makesound, Happy Days Corporate (Version 1), Royalty free via Jamendo

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Episode 7 - "It's only a misdemeanor!"

Sun, 24 May 2020 17:50:43 -0600

"It's only a misdemeanor!" When members of the Montana Republican Party try to diminish the criminal convictions of certain candidates, like Greg Gianforte & Troy Downing....we must respond! Diminishing crimes to win elections is NOT a Montana value, Conservative value or Republican value and we'll show you why.

Episode 7 is sponsored by: Cedar Pointe Townhomes of Kalispell. cedarpointekalispell.com

SHOW NOTES

Music by: The Piano Lady, Lena Orsa "Tango" and commercial break music by Roger Subirana Mata, "Enjoyit" - both music selections are royalty free via Jamendo.

https://themontanapost.com/blog/2019/06/28/troy-downing-tax-cheat-and-poacher-announces-for-state-auditor/

https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=troy+downing+deep+state&docid=607998104104141096&mid=CFF9C550FD93F37F5B06CFF9C550FD93F37F5B06&view=detail&FORM=VIRE

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/video/2017/may/25/republican-greg-gianforte-body-slams-guardian-reporter-in-montana-video

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N2dDo36-VVs

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8v0DN3VOXZ0

Episode 8 - "The circus hi-jinx of the Public Service Commission"

Thu, 28 May 2020 10:25:12 -0600

Ladies and Gentlemen, and Children of all Ages, step right up! The circus is in town!" Transparency in government is a Montana value and a GOP value. So why is the highly paid Public Service Commission clowning around with the media & each other? We'll tell you.

Episode 8 is sponsored by: Ramsay & Hank Properties of Kalispell.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by: Blue Jay Studio, "Circus Waltz - Edit 1" Filu and Dina, contributing artists. And also by: Phon _-_Circus "Turned". Commercial break music by: Watermeloff, "Smooth Jazz Piano." All music is royalty free via Jamendo.

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/05/22/what-is-the-psc-hiding/

https://missoulian.com/news/state-and-regional/campaign-ethics-complaints-filed-in-public-service-commission-race/article_b146980b-6cfe-5593-a048-820c87828bd7.html?utm_campaign=snd-autopilot&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter_missoulian

https://www.kxlh.com/news/montana-news/psc-investigating-apparent-theft-dissemination-of-koopmans-emails

https://billingsgazette.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/montanas-public-service-commission-sues-media-organizations-who-asked-for-public-information/article_12003c28-6b45-5f3e-a089-45c2092607b5.html

https://missoulacurrent.com/government/2020/05/montana-psc-hacking/

https://missoulian.com/opinion/columnists/why-is-the-psc-such-a-dysfunctional-mess/article_526cc6e3-ace3-510d-a52f-4c78c71f789a.html

Episode 9 - "Respect and the Montana Apology."

Wed, 10 Jun 2020 11:18:32 -0600

R*E*S*P*E*C*T and sincere apologies. Both are Montana values. When those who feel a sense of entitlement violate our Montana laws, we get a little prickly. And we should. Note to those visiting or making plans to live in our great state: Respect our public lands and our way of life and we'll welcome you with open arms!

Episode 9 - SHOW NOTES:

Music by: Tulentsoff Music _-_Helicopter. Royalty free, via Jamendo.

https://www.kpax.com/news/crime-and-courts/bozeman-pilot-fined-for-landing-helicopter-in-bob-marshall-wilderness

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/06/16/bozeman-pilot-fined-landing-helicopter-bob-marshall-wilderness/

https://www.change.org/p/u-s-forest-service-accountability-for-sara-sam-schwerin-violating-federal-law-in-bob-marshall-wilderness?recruiter=51800172&utm_campaign=signature_receipt&utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=share_petition

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/06/05/apologizing-montana-way/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/06/13/faa-needs-investigate/

https://hungryhorsenews.com/news/2020/may/28/forest-service-investigating-helicopter-10/

https://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/news/bozeman-couple-issues-apology-for-parking-helicopter-in-wilderness/article_7c8a6dc1-d98d-5dae-9c85-84fca09ef6ef.html

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Episode 10 - "It's happening here too."

Fri, 19 Jun 2020 15:07:50 -0600

This episode's special guest embodies the Montana value of commitment - commitment to saving the lives of our at-risk kids, and others, who fall victim to human trafficking. Join us as we sit down with retired Commander of the Flathead County Sheriff's Office, Jeanne Parker, now working to save lives with the Deliver Fund organization. CAUTION: Episode contains some explicit content.

Episode 10 - SHOW NOTES

Music by: SON ELECTRONIQUE, Haunting (2020), from the album: Sun Visions - Royalty free, via Jamendo.

Links:
https://www.deliverfund.org/

https://www.missingkids.org/netsmartz/home

https://www.missingkids.org/

https://www.familywatchdog.us/

https://www.thorn.org/

https://www.thorn.org/about-our-fight-against-sexual-exploitation-of-children/

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Episode 11 - "Montana : The Land of Opportunity."

Thu, 09 Jul 2020 16:52:17 -0600

Our host, Tammi Fisher, welcomes this episode's special guest, who gives us some rich history and his straight take on a Montana real estate market that's nearly too hot to handle. Buy, sell or sit tight? Our guest, Charles Lapp, will tell you.

Episode 11 - SHOW NOTES:

Music by: Alexiaction, "Real Estate"
Royalty free via Jamendo.

https://www.remax.com/real-estate-agents/charles-lapp-kalispell-mt/100061334

https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/montana-realtors-report-increase-in-out-of-state-residents-inquiring-about-homes

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/07/01/real-estate-market-trends-108/

https://nbcmontana.com/news/coronavirus/bozeman-housing-market-numbers-continue-to-rise

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Episode 12 - "Montana's Secret Codes."

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 12:22:46 -0600

Join our host, Tammi Fisher, as she gives her helpful and humorous take on tips & tricks for newbies, wannabes and hopefuls who want to fit into our great state.

Episode 12 - SHOW NOTES:

Music by: MC Meji & The Kickass Lizards, "New Sheriff In Town"
Royalty free via Jamendo

https://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g45191-d91222-Reviews-Cottonwood_Inn_Suites-Glasgow_Montana.html

https://sweetpalace.com/

https://tacojohns.com/

https://www.tacotreat.net/

Episode 13 - " Dirty Tricks Politics in the 406."

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 15:40:01 -0600

This episode highlights the Montana values of honesty and fair play (or lack thereof) in the 2020 race for Governor.

Episode 13 - SHOW NOTES:

Music by: ANBR ADRIÁN BERENGUER, "Thoughts"

Royalty free via Jamendo.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f6TGufIddeo

Tim Fox Audio -start at: 56:43

https://mtstandard.com/opinion/columnists/guest-view-why-im-supporting-tim-fox-for-governor/article_c7ab93a0-9777-5952-873d-0d7b9b5afcb7.html#tracking-source=home-trending

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/apr/28/greg-gianforte-republican-candidate-congress-russia-companies

https://www.greatfallstribune.com/story/news/2020/07/08/montana-lieutenant-governor-mike-cooney-fined-1-k-violating-ethics-laws/5402204002/

Episode 14 - "The fox seeking to guard the hen house."

Sun, 09 Aug 2020 07:35:55 -0600

This episode speaks to the Montana values of character and personal responsibility (or in this case, the lack thereof) in the 2020 race for State Auditor.

Episode 14 - SHOW NOTES:

Music: Electric Love - Royalty-Free Music by https://audiohub.com

https://helenair.com/gop-senate-candidate-says-montana-fwp-part-of-liberal-deep-state/article_e4e67f34-601d-516b-bf0a-6d975d510887.html

https://politicalpractices.mt.gov/Portals/144/2020%20Complaints%20and%20ONC/Perkins%20v%20Downing.pdf?ver=2020-05-28-134613-140

https://apnews.com/73adf496239f88b6335b41497f00fa4d

http://politicalpractices.mt.gov/Portals/144/2020%20Decisions/Perkins%20v%20Downing%20SD_023.pdf?ver=2020-07-16-130752-393

www.troydowning.com

https://politicalpractices.mt.gov/Portals/144/2020%20Decisions/Perkins%20v%20Downing%20SD_022.pdf?ver=2020-07-16-130741-110

http://politicalpractices.mt.gov/Portals/144/2020%20Decisions/Perkins%20v%20Downing%20SD_018.pdf?ver=2020-07-16-130731-050

http://politicalpractices.mt.gov/Portals/144/2020%20Decisions/Perkins%20v%20Downing%20SD_017.pdf?ver=2020-07-16-130721-470

http://politicalpractices.mt.gov/Portals/144/2020%20Complaints%20and%20ONC/Loveridge%20v%20Tuxbury.pdf?ver=2020-05-27-120445-773

Episode 15 - "Political Strategies for Dummies. Get your copy from the Montana GOP today!"

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 09:03:30 -0600

This episode exposes the strategic "geniuses" of the Montana GOP, & their failed plan to put a Green Party candidate on the ticket in the 2020 Montana senate race.

Music by: Drums and Strings (2018) TOULA - Royalty free via Jamendo

SHOW NOTES:

HELENA (AP) -- A Texas-based conservative group is funding the Go Green Montana PAC to support Green Party candidate Wendie Fredrickson of Helena in her bid for the U.S. Senate, Lee Newspapers of Montana reported.
The Green Party of Montana said it has no affiliation with the PAC, has had no contact with Fredrickson and is not endorsing her candidacy.
Recent filings with the Federal Election Commission show Go Green Montana received $45,500 from a group called CSG Action, which has the same address as Citizens for Self-Governance, which opposes government encroachment in health care, education and economic policies.
The Montana Republican Party paid for the signature-gathering effort that qualified the Green Party for the ballot in an apparent effort to draw votes away from Democratic Gov. Steve Bullock, who is challenging Republican Sen. Steve Daines.

https://www.greatfallstribune.com/story/news/2020/06/25/texas-based-pac-backing-green-party-candidate/3259709001/

https://missoulacurrent.com/government/2020/05/green-party/

https://www.mtpr.org/post/outside-groups-try-influence-montana-us-senate-race

https://mtstandard.com/opinion/columnists/guest-view-i-will-not-be-silenced-by-bullock/article_d636e7d1-0b95-56b2-a0d3-e7d0784d21b0.html

https://www.usnews.com/news/best-states/montana/articles/2020-03-19/republican-commissioner-to-run-for-senate-as-libertarian

https://montanademocrats.org/news/icymi-texas-based-conservative-group-with-ties-to-daines-bankrolling-green-party-candidate-mtn-news/

https://trib.com/news/state-and-regional/montana-governor-running-for-us-senate/article_1428eebe-b227-5c6a-92a5-549fddb26a49.html

As of March 9, still didn’t know who bankrolled the effort.

https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/justices-remove-green-party-candidates-from-montana-ballot

August 19 Supreme Court

https://apnews.com/a1d35eb82429c05d44534f98aeec5e9f

The candidates were certified for Montana’s primary ballot on March 6, but it was not disclosed until March 24 that the Montana Republican Party financed the $100,000 signature-gathering effort.

https://columbiabasinherald.com/news/2020/aug/07/judge-removes-green-party-candidates-from-2/

New opinion piece re: Stapleton, 9/28/20

https://billingsgazette.com/opinion/editorial/gazette-opinion-stapleton-shows-why-he-is-unfit-for-any-office/article_491ae99b-c363-5986-a6d3-958b578c43ad.html

Judge Reynold's Order:
https://helenair.com/reynolds-order/pdf_5fe4e490-a427-584c-87b5-f6b1f8abdac1.html

Reynold's decision marks the second time in two years that he removed Green Party candidates from the ballot, In 2018, in another complaint filed by the Montana Democratic Party, he invalidated signatures that didn't match those on file with counties and invalidated others that were submitted by people who did not collect the signatures.
It was never determined who was behind the 2018 effort to get Green Party candidates on the Montana ballot, but the Green Party of Montana said it was not behind the efforts.in 2018 and 2020.
The 2019 Legislature passed a law requiring timely reporting of spending on minor party ballot qualification efforts.
Commissioner of Political Practices Jeff Mangan has found the Montana GOP violated the law in connection with this year's Green Party qualification.
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Episode 16 - "Smoke and Mirrors - The cannabis con of I-190."

Sun, 13 Sep 2020 14:23:24 -0600

In this episode, our host breaks down the flaws with Montana Ballot Initiative I-190, and its attempt to legalize recreational use of marijuana in the Treasure State. Music by: Invincible Guitar "Weedman", royalty free, via Jamendo John Bartmann, "Tupac Lives", royalty free via Pixabay SHOW NOTES: mpp.org Montana's Rocky Medical Marijuana History: https://www.mpp.org/states/montana/montanas-medical-marijuana-laws-history/ Ballot Initiative Language https://sosmt.gov/wp-content/uploads/I-190.pdf Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 17 - "The permanent stain. Montana's worst [criminal] candidate to ever seek office in the Treasure State."

Sun, 20 Sep 2020 09:26:42 -0600

This is our 4th trip around the bases regarding this man, and we're focusing on why Montana voters should soundly reject him - one of the worst candidates to seek public office in our great state.

Music by: Christian Bodhi, "Epic knight riding to slay some dragons before dinner" and by John Bartmann, "Gameshow Brazz." Both music selections are royalty free via Pixabay.

Show Notes:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdspM4Lm6S4

https://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/news/crime/troy-downing-pleads-guilty-to-hunting-violations/article_c0e38fb9-ce28-565c-8cb8-ed4739cc8606.html

https://www.emwh.org/issues/public%20trust/mt%20pt%20threats/Troy%20Bryan%20Downing/Troy%20Bryan%20Downing.htm

https://www.yellowstonecountynews.com/202008070742/downing-plagued-by-gotcha-gambit-2/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2017/11/07/republican-charged-hunting-license-violations-described-seasonal-resident/

Episode 18 - "What goes around comes around."

Sun, 27 Sep 2020 10:20:11 -0600

Join us, as we circle back around to bring you updates on some of our previous episodes!

SHOW NOTES:

Music by: audio_613575b827 = intro, royalty free via Pixabay.
Cello Montalvo, "Keeping My Past" = outro, royalty free via Jamendo.

LINKS:

https://billingsgazette.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/bullying-spying-and-harassment-revealed-in-montana-psc-documents/article_8682c1bb-8163-5a2b-a192-fe9180b60a13.html

https://billingsgazette.com/opinion/editorial/gazette-opinion-voters-should-take-heed-of-pscs-antics/article_f1da3197-c529-5133-841c-851c6bc60902.html

https://billingsgazette.com/news/state-and-regional/again-supreme-court-finds-psc-unlawful-in-solar-dealings/article_257ee485-df80-55a3-823c-4d87ea0310f7.html

https://billingsgazette.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/complaint-filed-against-psc-candidate-disputing-residency/article_3dadf596-5dd1-5184-b668-57ffb1121b84.html

Episode 19 - Political career lifer, or convicted criminal? The final leg of the race for Montana's next Governor.

Sat, 10 Oct 2020 13:31:24 -0600

Ask yourself before you vote a straight ticket: will Greg Gianforte represent my Montana values? Would he come to my aid before his own? Does he have the character of a man my children should emulate? Likewise, ask yourself will Mike Cooney represent my Montana values? Would he come to my aid before his own? Does he have the character of a man my children should emulate? Ask yourself before voting a straight ticket promoted by MT GOP: Did the MT GOP ensure it endorsed candidates who represent my Montana values and the Republican platform? Or are they no longer a credible voting resource? If 2, #voteforMT first. When you vote, vote for the candidate that represents Montana. Music by: Intro = Caffeine Creek Band- royalty free via Pixabay Outro = "Inspiring Corporate" by Corporate Music - royalty free via Jamendo Show Notes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=obTf5ic1mbg https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpyXewQfrtA https://www.cooneyformontana.com/ https://gregformontana.com/ Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 20: Monkey Business - brought you by a select few in the Montana Republican Party.

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 05:57:18 -0600

What do you do when you want to circumvent the law-making process? Attempt an end around run, to change the rules. Just ask the "smarties" of the MT GOP.

Music by: Intro = Monkey Business (2020), by MonkeyMan, royalty free via Jamendo Outro = Caffeine Creek Band, royalty free via Pixabay Skees on Rules audio clip: via Oct 5, 2020 Northwest Liberty News interview Links: https://helenair.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/montana-lawmakers-reject-power-grab-by-majority-republicans/article_ab4d4c06-cc11-54eb-b8f2-a49c89287672.html https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/montana-lawmakers-reject-power-grab-by-majority-republicans https://www.mtpr.org/post/legislature-rejects-rule-changes-proposed-republicans https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2085575684718/montana-lawmakers-reject-power-grab-by-majority-republicans https://davidbedey.com/ Rep. David Bedey's Letter to Rep. Derek Skees is dated October 19, 2020, and is public record. Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 21: "The post-mortem autopsy. What happened in the Montana 2020 elections?"

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 15:04:26 -0700

Put on your PPE, and join us as we perform a CSI full-body autopsy on the results of the Montana 2020 elections!

SHOW NOTES: Music By: Intro = Disco Attack (2014) by Alexander Stein Outro = Corporate, by CORPORATEMUSIC Both selections are royalty free via Jamendo Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NIe42gQ4G0k Audio Clip re: Bacon GA, via Twitter at: https://twitter.com/thenewsoncnbc/status/1324154837886488582?s=20 https://twitter.com/mikedennison/status/1324741594738651141?s=20 https://twitter.com/ZachandMattShow/status/1324518032719433728?s=20 https://www.mtpr.org/post/expanded-conservative-majorities-montana-republicans-look-toward-legislative-agenda. https://twitter.com/AmThoughtLeader/status/1324507271699828736 https://dailycaller.com/2020/11/05/2022-house-democrats-concerns-pelosi-caucus-call-election-abigail-spanberger/ Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 22: "The Hunt For Red Montana."

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 14:46:43 -0700

Will the extreme righty-rights of the Montana Legislature go nuclear in the upcoming session? Bad policy leads to bounced checks.

SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro = Corporate Technology (2016) by JOYSTOCK Outro = Funny & Upbeat Corporate (2017) by CORPORATEMUSIC Both music selections are royalty free, via Jamendo. Links: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kansas_experiment https://montanabudget.org/report/policy-basics-property-taxes-in-montana https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2015/billhtml/SB0157.htm https://leg.mt.gov/content/Publications/fiscal/leg_reference/Brochures/2014-Coal-Severance.pdf https://missoulian.com/news/state-and-regional/coal-economy-troubles-hitting-montanas-tax-rolls/article_bd07b49f-3b39-5c55-958f- 9a08543c1711.html https://swampland.time.com/2011/07/01/the-perils-of-political-pledges/ Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 23: The Pursuit for Criminal Justice - The Hunt for Red Montana Part 2

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 12:27:29 -0700

"...to the extent the Red Agenda only wishes to address the supply side of the drug trade, and doesn’t actually address the lack of addiction treatment facilities in Montana, if implemented, the agenda will fail. Miserably." - Tammi Fisher

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro=Submarinerave2 by MVB

Outro=Sonar Love, by ZONA MEDIA

Both music selections are royalty free via Jamendo.

Links:

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0460/chapter_0180/part_0020/section_0250/0460-0180-0020-0250.html

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29021114/

https://missoulian.com/children-bear-consequences-of-montanas-failure-to-treat-mothers/article_6b981233-5002-5a3a-836b-41374742cfe0.html

https://www.portlandmaine.gov/1715/Law-Enforcement-Addiction-Advocacy-Progr

https://www.maine.gov/future/sites/maine.gov.future/files/inline-files/MaineOpioidResponse.StrategicActionPlan.FINAL_.12.11.19.pdf

https://www.theiacp.org/sites/default/files/Opioid%20Response%20Center/Safe_Passage_Report_100217.pdf

https://www.njlm.org/DocumentCenter/View/453/Community-Law-Enforcement-Addiction-Recovery-PDF

https://ballotpedia.org/Oregon_Measure_110,_Drug_Decriminalization_and_Addiction_Treatment_Initiative_(2020)

Episode 24 - "They're at it again."

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 16:13:53 -0700

"Perhaps the wackadoos should focus on the task at hand, which is guiding Montana through an economic crisis." - Tammi Fisher

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro = Caffeine Creek Band on Pixabay, royalty free.
Outro=Sergey Gulevich, "Agressive Trance" on Jamendo, royalty free.

LINKS:

https://montanafreepress.org/2020/11/18/newly-elected-lawmakers-pick-leaders-for-2021-session/

https://montanafreepress.org/2020/11/24/legislative-leaders-name-committee-chairs/

https://www.ipetitions.com/petition/hold-a-recall-vote-for-montana-house-speaker

http://politicalgraveyard.com/families/15445.html

Episode 25: "Do as we say, not as we do."

Sun, 20 Dec 2020 19:00:47 -0700

Montana's Red Agenda game of hopscotch, over Republican principles and rule of law.

SHOW NOTES:

Intro=Disco Box (2016) by Scary-World Outro=Christmas (full) (2018) by BEARDMUSICSTOCK both selections are royalty free on Jamendo LINKS:

https://courts.mt.gov/portals/189/library/docs/72constit.pdf

https://ballotpedia.org/Cary_Smith

https://ballotpedia.org/Derek_Skees

https://montanafreepress.org/2020/12/08/lawmakers-continue-rules-debate/

https://prod-cdn-static.gop.com/media/documents/DRAFT_12_FINAL%5B1%5D-ben_1468872234.pdf

https://montanafreepress.org/2020/11/19/covid-and-the-capitol/

https://www.lccountymt.gov/fileadmin/user_upload/Health/Board_of_Health/Documents/2020-12-17_BoH_Regulations.pdf

Episode 26: "Whackadoos and Water"

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 05:45:40 -0700

How the Montana GOP nutters allowed common sense to float downstream.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro = The River, by Serban Mircea-Constantin

Outro = Smooth Jazz Piano, by Watermeloff

Both music selections are royalty free on Jamendo

LINKS:

https://assets.documentcloud.org/documents/6569058/Hellgate-Treaty.pdf

https://montanafreepress.org/2020/12/22/cskt-water-compact-clears-congress/

https://missoulian.com/news/state-and-regional/gop-legislators-accuse-daines-of-betrayal-over-water-compact/article_3e1966c2-b4fc-565e-90ac-79a615364658.html

https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2020/dec/31/state-gop-vice-chair-says-shes-neutral-water-compa/

Episode 27: "Could I speak to the man of the house?" How one MT GOP leader turned sexism and bigotry into blunt force weapons.

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 12:59:20 -0700

How one MT GOP leader turned sexism and bigotry into blunt force weapons.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro=Cinematic Epic Blockbuster 2 by: MUSWAY STUDIO
Outro=2012 Jazz Piano by: Bellanger Jacques JBabe
Both are royalty free on Jamendo

LINKS:
https://prod-cdn-static.gop.com/media/documents/DRAFT_12_FINAL%5B1%5D-ben_1468872234.pdf
https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2021/billhtml/HB0112.htm
https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2021/billhtml/HB0113.htm

Episode 28: "Bait and Switch" How Montana Became Pepper's Pawn.

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 05:35:21 -0700

Montana taxpayer dollars went up in smoke, with the con of cannabis I-190.

Music by: Intro = Winter Morning-ar by: iJuniJun Outro = Sky Pop - Electronic Dance Music - EDM Both selections are royalty free on Pixabay LINKS:

https://missoulacurrent.com/outdoors/2021/01/conservation-marijuana-money/

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0000/article_0030/part_0010/section_0040/0000-0030-0010-0040.html

https://sosmt.gov/wp-content/uploads/I-190.pdf

https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2021/jan/10/gianforte-plan-wouldnt-use-pot-revenue-public-land/

Episode 29: "You're not the boss of me!" State intervention into city government is not the answer.

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 05:46:12 -0700

"Leave the cities alone. Respect the ballot box. Let the residents of the cities decide if the city has overreached, and elect a new council that can roll back regulations." "...Hard NO on HB 259."

SHOE NOTES:

Music:

Intro = "Inmenso" by Charles Michel.

Outro = "Happiness" by Geri Art.

Both selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2021/01/26/legislation-targets-whitefish-affordable-housing-program/

https://prod-cdn-static.gop.com/docs/Resolution_Platform_2020.pdf

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2021/billpdf/HB0259.pdf

https://www.evictedbook.com/books/evicted-tr

Episode 30: " Then I'll huff, and I'll puff, and I'll blow your house in." How government shouldn't be the tornado in the trailer park.

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 07:27:01 -0700

Government should keep its nose OUT of the housing business. Government IS the problem here, not the solution.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro = Dark Cinematic Hollywood Action Trailer 158, by Timmoor
Outro = Energetic Upbeat Corporate 118, by Timmoor
Both selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Links:
https://www.nwmt.org/manufactured-housing/

https://nonprofitquarterly.org/preserving-mobile-home-affordability-through-cooperative-ownership/

http://laws.leg.mt.gov/legprd/LAW0210W$BSIV.ActionQuery?P_BILL_DFT_NO5=LC1060&Z_ACTION=Find&P_SESS=20211

http://laws.leg.mt.gov/legprd/LAW0210W$BSIV.ActionQuery?P_BILL_DFT_NO5=LC1061&Z_ACTION=Find&P_SESS=20211

http://laws.leg.mt.gov/legprd/LAW0210W$BSIV.ActionQuery?P_BILL_DFT_NO5=LC1062&Z_ACTION=Find&P_SESS=20211

Episode 31: "Fuller's Follies." In his zeal to insult, RINO John Fuller, confirms he is a sexist bigot.

Sat, 13 Feb 2021 07:55:05 -0700

An MVP *BONUS* episode: How one Montana GOP RINO confirmed everything we said about him. SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro = Adventure Movie & Animation Soundtrack, by Julius H
Outro = Tropical EDM Summer, by Timmoor
Both selections are royalty free on Pixabay. Links: https://www.podbean.com/eu/pb-9v43i-f7935b Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 32: "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." We can't play "Hide the Weenie" with our legislative history.

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 17:10:44 -0700

We need to be transparent, and allow to our MT legislature to consider why we have the system we have.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro = Blockbuster Trailer One Bed, by VIVAPRODUCTION
Outro = Uplifting Corporate Motivation, by JOYSTOCK
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:
https://www.ktvh.com/news/montana-politics/gianforte-republicans-seek-more-influence-over-judicial-choices

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0030/chapter_0010/part_0100/section_0010/0030-0010-0100-0010.html

https://courts.mt.gov/portals/189/supreme/boards/jud_nomination/JUDNOMrules.pdf

https://courts.mt.gov/courts/supreme/boards/jud_nom

Episode 33: "It's back to the future for the Montana GOP legislature." How fascism in Helena is driving the MT GOP bus.

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 14:03:12 -0700

Why is the Montana GOP letting its RINO fascists drive the bus? We'd like to know the answer to that too. SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro = "Aggresive Epic Cinematic Orchestral Invasion 132" by Timmoor Outro = "Background Loop Melodic Techno #03" by Zen Man. Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay. Links: Kalispell Mayor Johnson clip: https://media.avcaptureall.com/session.html?sessionid=005d5dd4-ae76-41cf-b38f-233073bc2769&prefilter=826,5879 start at 1:26:45 - 1:29:45 https://www.britannica.com/topic/fascism/Varieties-of-fascism Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 34: "You can't have your cake and eat it too." Montana's SB 215 - The battle between religious freedom and equality.

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 16:15:38 -0600

We are big on religious freedom here at MVP, but don’t try to embed your religious beliefs into government, to create a government mandate where religious persuasion fails.

SHOW NOTES:
Music by:
Intro = Heroic Theme, by Denis Kasatkin
Outro = 149 Bright Corporate, by Timmoor
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Links:
https://scholarship.law.bu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1275&context=faculty_scholarship

https://www.aclumontana.org/en/non-discrimination-ordinances

Episode 35: "It's easier to find Bigfoot in Montana, than it is a Statesman." Montana deserves leaders who place public service over self-service.

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 05:44:21 -0600

When will the Statesman/Stateswoman make a comeback? Have they gone the way of the dinosaur? Montana deserves leaders who place public service over self-service.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by: Intro = Deep Space Adventure - Sci-Fi Orchestra by, Julius H Outro = 149 Bright Motivate Corporation, by Timmoor Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay LINKS: https://media.avcaptureall.com/session.html?sessionid=005d5dd4-ae76-41cf-b38f-233073bc2769&prefilter=826,5879
https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/democratic-senator-on-how-to-beat-trump-punch-him-in-the-face
https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1057%2F9781137084729_8 https://flatheadbeacon.com/2021/03/12/self-service-and-free-speech/
https://flatheadbeacon.com/2021/03/17/in-service-to-my-constituents/ https://flatheadbeacon.com/2021/02/26/the-assault-on-local-control/ https://flatheadbeacon.com/2021/03/18/reality-check-or-democrat-propaganda/ https://billingsgazette.com/opinion/editorial/gazette-opinion-testers-wrong-punch-line/article_cc1ff2d6-25ff-5906-9e84-5878dfe8deaf.html
https://www.kpax.com/news/national-politics/sen-tester-responds-to-ig-report-alleging-misconduct-by-rep-ronny-jackson-while-wh-physician Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 36: "Who are the real victims of Montana's criminal justice system?" We'll highlight an intriguing and tragic central Montana case, that leaves more questions than answers.

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 05:12:09 -0600

We take a deep dive into a recent, tragic Montana case that leaves more questions than answers.

SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro: Smoke City, by INFRACTION, royalty free on Jamendo. Outro: 99 Light and Soft Corporate, by Timmoor, royalty free on Pixabay. LINKS: https://billingsgazette.com/lifestyles/youth-court-spaulding-weathers-controversy-doubts-as-youngest-state-judge/article_53643e8d-4df3-56bf-bdf8-29fb4faade07.html https://www.lawyers.com/great-falls/montana/jeffry-m-foster-44800866-a/ https://caselaw.findlaw.com/mt-supreme-court/1882067.html#footnote_1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alford_plea https://www.legacy.com/obituaries/name/jeffry-foster-obituary?pid=176005571 https://helenair.com/news/local/montana-s-center-it-s-not-where-most-folks-think-it-is/article_af8a1c34-eb96-5fde-a033-f3b59b515320.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lewistown,_Montana https://www.waymarking.com/waymarks/WMW1WJ_The_Center_of_Montana_Lewistown_MT Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 37: "The devil is in the details." An update to our 36th episode and new information regarding the child sex abuse case that has gripped Montana.

Sat, 03 Apr 2021 19:23:21 -0600

Was Montana's judicial system manipulated in this case? Did the system fail everyone involved? We'll bring you the answers.

SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro: Epic Orchestra - The Commander, by Julius H. Outro: Inspirational Uplifting Corporate, by Memory Music. Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay. Links: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-ak6g7-ff0b4e https://montanatalks.com/how-did-this-happen-in-lewistown-montana/ Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 38: "Pay no attention to the man behind the curtain." Who's really running our state legislature? We'll pull back the drapes and tell you.

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 05:53:50 -0600

We'll reveal who's really pulling the levers at our state legislature.

SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro: AQUI, by Charles Michel Outro: Inspiring Corporate, by Corporate Music Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay LINKS: https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2021/billpdf/HB0711.pdf https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0450/chapter_0080/part_0020/section_0120/0450-0080-0020-0120.html#:~:text=(2)%20Whoever%2C%20with%20knowledge,criminal%20defamation%20and%20may%20be 27-1-801 Defamation -- how effected 27-1-802 Libel defined 27-1-803 Slander defined 27-1-804 What communications are privileged 27-1-805 through 27-1-810 reserved 27-1-811 When owner of radio station not liable for material broadcast 27-1-812 Right of owner to require prior submission of text to be broadcast 27-1-813 Liability of person broadcasting -- liability of owner for broadcast prepared by station 27-1-814 Repealed 27-1-815 Repealed 27-1-816 Repealed 27-1-817 Repealed 27-1-818 Media management to be given opportunity to publish correction prior to action for libel or slander 27-1-819 What constitutes a reasonable time for correction 27-1-820 Content of correction 27-1-821 Extent to which a correction is a defense upon trial https://flatheadbeacon.com/2008/09/18/jury-awards-3-8-million-in-stokes-case/ https://www.npr.org/sections/itsallpolitics/2013/11/11/243973620/when-lobbyists-literally-write-the-bill https://missoulacurrent.com/montana-today/2021/04/montana-press-freedom/ https://helenair.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/house-committee-passes-bill-to-regulate-media-coverage-in-montana/article_161194cf-28fa-5424-9d2e-1ad1f17a8585.html

Episode 39: "Montana's lost boy." The crimes of Jason Mattson.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 14:18:01 -0600

We'll shine a light on what happens when community fails and the folly of looking to government to fix the ails of society.

SHOW NOTES:
Music by:
Intro: "Lost Places" by, Julius H
Outro: "Innovation" by, John Sib
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay
LINKS:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blackfeet_Nation http://www.umt.edu/this-is-montana/columns/stories/blackfeet.php

https://indianlaw.mt.gov/Portals/127/enforcement/us_attorney_manual_2009.pdf

https://www.indianz.com/News/2018/06/27/blackfeet-nation-sends-warning-to-drug-d.asp

https://apnews.com/article/b1823fb352364a37989f54cb9311eb10

Episode 40: "The Good, The Bad and The Unconstitutional."

Sun, 09 May 2021 13:51:30 -0600

Join us, as we reveal the heroes, the villains, and the incompetents of Montana's 67th legislative session.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: "Short Action" by John Yasutis
Outro: "Background Loop Melodic Techno #4" by Zen Man
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Episode 41: "We're gonna show you who's boss!" How the MTGOP legislature belly-flopped in its attempt to bully the Judiciary.

Sun, 16 May 2021 18:36:20 -0600

Join us, as Tammi exposes the legislative malpractice of the MTGOP legislature, in their failed attempt to bully the Judiciary.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by: Intro: Cinematic 007-3 by, Musway Studio Outro: Corporate 004-2 by, Musway Studio Both music selections are royalty free on Jamendo LINKS: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-zpwbc-1030432
https://mtgop.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Preamble-Platform-2018.pdf
https://apnews.com/article/536c035f7a014f03a4d0bbd87585e06e
https://leg.mt.gov/content/Committees/Interim/2017-2018/Select-State-Settlement/Meetings/April-2018/everts-memo-legislative-authority.pdf
https://courts.mt.gov/portals/189/library/docs/72constit.pdf
https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0050/chapter_0050/part_0010/section_0010/0050-0050-0010-0010.html
https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0050/chapter_0110/part_0010/section_0060/0050-0110-0010-0060.html
http://www.kristinhansen.com/about-me/
https://ballotpedia.org/Kris_Hansen
https://missoulacurrent.com/government/2021/05/montana-supreme-court-3/ Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 42: "Well excuse me, but I think you've got my chair."

Sun, 23 May 2021 05:17:28 -0600

We'll talk all about how the Montana Legislature walked off with our property.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro: Desert Ride, by Charles Michel
Outro: Upbeat Uplifting Inspiring Corporate, by Asepirawan20
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:
“New chairs considered for seat of Montana Government”, Great Falls Tribune, 1/20/20.
http://www.helenahistory.org/views_of_the_capitol.htm https://www.pateauction.com/auctions/detail/state-of-montana-surplus-property-auction-bw30574

Episode 43: "The cesspool and the incompetence of the MT Public Service Commission."

Sat, 05 Jun 2021 15:57:13 -0600

The Swamp isn't just in Washington DC. It's in Helena too.

SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro: Broadway Walk - Big Band Music, by Julius H Outro: Corporate Uplifting, by M-Dewala Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay LINKS: https://missoulian.com/news/local/psc-candidate-brad-johnson-pleads-guilty-to-dui-will-check-into-rehab/article_2e073104-6dce-11df-98aa-001cc4c002e0.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brad_Johnson_(Montana_politician) https://www.greatfallstribune.com/story/news/2018/05/16/candidate-profile-randy-pinocci-public-service-commissioner-elections/588483002/ https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/biography/136863/randy-pinocci https://leg.mt.gov/content/Publications/Audit/Report/20-26.pdf https://twitter.com/MTValues/status/1397745426061688832?s=20 Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 44: "Knudsen's Trifecta of Malfeasance."

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 13:14:33 -0600

How MT's Attorney General, Austin Knudsen, managed to violate the GOP Platform, condemn all Montanans & obtain a shellacking from MT's conservative judges.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro = House Fashion
Outro = Corporate Inspirational 4951
Both music selections are by: Jarikbasov, and royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://mtgop.org/about/party-platform/
https://ballotpedia.org/Montana_Supreme_Court
https://montanafreepress.org/2021/06/15/austin-knudsen-flipping-the-script/

Episode 45: "We're having a revival!"

Sat, 03 Jul 2021 05:00:05 -0600

Grab your hanky and clutch your pearls, as we connect the dots between Montana's Copper Kings of the past, and our politicians of today.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro = Te csak az Istennek orszagat keresed! by Czimbi, royalty free on Jamendo
Outro = Ambient Atmospheric, by Jarikbasov, royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:
https://southwestmt.com/blog/copper-kings/https://www.senate.gov/about/origins-foundations/electing-appointing-senators/contested-senate-elections/089William_Clark.htm https://variety.com/2010/dirt/real-estalker/lets-talk-about-huguette-clark-1201230529/

Episode 46. "Don't bring it with you."

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 05:20:15 -0600

Big Sky advice for political refugees headed to the 406.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro = Big On Time, by Charles Michel.
Outro = end1, by Waelart.
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8xlpOjcyst8
https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/montana-housing-market-booming-but-whos-moving-here
https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/04/pandemic-amplifying-tensions-marfa-texas/610207/
https://www.insider.com/the-post-covid-19-future-for-bozeman-montana-2020-5

Episode 47: "Do you know who I am?!"

Sun, 25 Jul 2021 13:55:29 -0600

When your identity is tied to a title, arrogance always rears its ugly head. Example: MT GOP Legislator, Jason Ellsworth.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro = Pirates, by John Sib
Outro = Inspire Background, by Asepirawan
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:
Jason Ellsworth Keeps Elected Officials in Check (jasonformontana.com)

Ellsworth, GOP candidate in Senate Dist. 43 primary, explains FTC case that cost him $600,000 | Local News | ravallirepublic.com

Your Magazine Provider, Inc. | Federal Trade Commission (ftc.gov)

FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION | No. CV 08-64-M-DWM. | 20140619a58 | Leagle.com

About Jason (jasonformontana.com)

Ripoff Report | Jason W. Ellsworth Review - Hamilton, Montana

Legislative leader charged with traffic violations, obstructing a peace officer – Daily Montanan

State senator charged with reckless driving, obstructing a peace officer (montanafreepress.org)

Episode 48: Congratulations, Montana. Your new Ambassador is also a criminal.

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 17:06:58 -0600

The MT GOP has taken a page out of the Left's playbook and is now rewarding for bad behavior. We couldn't make this up if we tried.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by: Intro: Epic Cinematic Trailer, by Lesfm Outro: Upbeat Guitar, by Lesfm Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay
LINKS:
https://dailymontanan.com/2021/08/02/ellsworth-pleads-guilty-to-obstruction-charge-stemming-from-may-traffic-stop/
https://news.mt.gov/Governors-Office/Governor-Gianforte-Announces-Montana-Ambassador-Award-Recipients
https://montanafreepress.org/2021/08/02/jason-ellsworth-pleads-guilty-obstructing-officer/ Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 49: "Trust, but verify."

Sun, 22 Aug 2021 05:15:26 -0600

Is Montana's Attorney General, Austin Knudsen, overstepping his authority and sticking his nose where it doesn't belong? We'll tell you. SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro : Called to Win, by GoodBMusic Outro: Relaxed Inspiration (IG Version Short 60s), by Lesfm Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay Links: https://missoulian.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/ag-told-county-attorney-to-drop-2-misdemeanor-conceal-carry-charges/article_9d4b7b94-14c0-5ef6-8a92-79d328fb9bf1.html https://montanafreepress.org/2020/06/05/graybill-and-knudsen-starkly-different-visions-for-attorney-general/ https://dojmt.gov/our-attorney-general/ag-role-and-responsibilities/ State ex rel. Nolan v. Dist. Court of First Judicial Dist., 22 Mont. 25 (Mont. 1899) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Austin_Knudsen Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 50: We‘re having a little TIF with local government.

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 05:14:34 -0600

How does local government rob you blind? We'll tell you.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro: Rhythm of War (Main), by GoodBMusic
Outro: Corporate Beat Ambient (IG Version 60s), by Lesfm
Both selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Links:
https://www.ci.missoula.mt.us/DocumentCenter/View/2105/MRA-General-Brochure?bidId=
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-09-12/does-tax-increment-financing-really-work-usually-no
https://apnews.com/article/lifestyle-business-health-missoula-8fcbf12f8858593001f1549d8b0b5dac

Episode 51: Extortion is a sewer. Literally.

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0600

Local government harms tax payers by extorting unincorporated communities. We'll tell you how.

SHOW NOTES:
Music by:
Intro: A Song of Wolves & Dragons, by Xelementumign1s
Outro: Upbeat Corporate Motivation, by Amusicmedia
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:
https://mtgop.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/Preamble-Platform-2018.pdf

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/02/28/independence-sewage-treatment/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2020/03/06/kalispell-residents-voice-concern-water-sewer-rate-adjustments/

https://evergreenwaterdistrict.com/about-us

Episode 52: Rights are expensive.

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0600

Is deference to the Constitution a Montana value? If so, get out your checkbooks.

SHOW NOTES:

Music By:

Intro: Epic Trailer, by dhineshlhmm Outro: Upbeat Ukulele, by lesfm Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay Links: https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2017-02-14/budget-cuts-will-cripple-montanas-already-overburdened-public-defenders-attorneys-say
https://missoulacurrent.com/government/2021/09/defenders-caseload-legislative/
https://sixthamendment.org/the-right-to-counsel/ Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 53: The All-American Breakfast, Lucky Strikes & Propaganda.

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0600

"Propaganda is the executive arm of the invisible government." - Edward Bernays

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H
Outro: Upbeat Uplifting Inspiring Corporate, by Asepirawan
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

Clay Travis on Twitter: "Joe Biden ran his entire 2020 campaign from his basement arguing he’d make the country safe from covid by following the “science.” Yet more Americans have now died of covid in 2021 under his administration than in 2020 under Trump. https://t.co/9wTQilIyQ4" / Twitter

Tom Cotton on Twitter: "Joe Biden promised not to raise taxes on anyone earning less than $400,000. But he wants to give the IRS access to your personal bank account if you have just $600. Once again, Biden is not telling the truth." / Twitter

Robby Starbuck on Twitter: "Democrats: We won’t tax the middle class *fingers crossed behind their back* Reality: Inflation is the largest tax that the middle class has been hit with in modern times. It’s tax by a different name. https://t.co/jGjEQIwZ2B" / Twitter

Montana Republican Party on Twitter: "Tell me you’re trying to gerrymander congressional districts, without telling me you’re trying to gerrymander congressional districts. Dems on the MT Districting and Apportionment Commission will go first. https://t.co/sl0kvaSWsP" / Twitter

From Zero to Zillion, Who Still Cares About the National Debt? (freethepeople.org)

Partnership Among Federal, State, Local, Tribal and Territorial Law Enforcement to Address Threats Against School Administrators, Board Members, Teachers, and Staff (justice.gov)

Steve Daines on Twitter: "Labeling parents as threats because they hold elected school board members accountable for what's going on in the classroom is a clear attempt to silence political opposition." / Twitter

Matt Rosendale on Twitter: "I am outraged that the Biden Administration has directed the FBI to investigate parents for daring to oppose the teaching of Critical Race Theory to their children. What's next for this administration? Threatening to send concerned parents to Gitmo?" / Twitter

Episode 54: Wash, Rinse, Repeat. Montana‘s Attorney General is back in hot water.

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:18:53 -0600

Does MT's AG, Austin Knudsen, lack the professional and emotional maturity for the job? We'll tell you.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Action Epic Cinematic Victory, by GoodBMusic

Outro: Inspiration, by Tim Taj

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2021/10/22/attorney-general-overstepped-authority-in-hospital-incident-critics-say/

Montana AG overstepped authority in hospital incident, critics say (montanafreepress.org)

Montana Medicaid Fraud | Whistleblowers Report Here | Rewards for MT Info (medicaidfraudhotline.com)

Sheriff Disputes MT Attorney General's claim to jurisdiction in hospital incident | 406 Poltics | helenair.com

17-8-402. Definitions, MCA (mt.gov)
2-15-501. General duties, MCA (mt.gov)

Helena hospital says doctors 'threatened' by public officials over ivermectin request | 406 politics | helenair.com

Episode 55: Extremists are the last kids picked for the kickball team.

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0600

The extremists are actually lazy, opportunist dumb-dumbs, who believe Montana is for sale.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Chasing Victory (Main), by Zakharvalaha
Outro: Successful construction, by Tim Taj
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINK:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/montana-extreme-trump/2021/10/22/0f82afbc-0037-11ec-a664-4f6de3e17ff0_story.html

Episode 56: Smoke & Mirrors. The investigation that will go nowhere.

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 06:00:00 -0600

A *bonus* follow-up episode on our 54th show where we highlighted the shenanigans of MT's Attorney General, Austin Knudsen.

SHOW NOTES:
Music by:
Intro: Fairies & Witches, by ykaiavu
Outro: The Corporate, by Tim Taj
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINK:
Episode 54: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-duh22-111393d

Episode 57: It‘s all in who you know.

Sun, 14 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Is Montana's Attorney General Austin Knudsen, doling out favors to his political comrades? Do the signs point to YES?

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Russian Folk Kalinka, by Muza Production, royalty free on Jamendo

Outro: Inspiring Exciting Piano, by Lesfm, royalty free on Pixabay LINKS:
https://helenair.com/news/state-and-regional/crime-and-courts/helena-man-accused-of-flashing-gun-in-mask-dispute-signs-plea-deal/article_2b222d5b-8b30-55b4-aa8e-5354bdc7b9b9.html
https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0450/chapter_0080/part_0010/section_0010/0450-0080-0010-0010.html Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 58: Injustice & Intimidation.

Sat, 27 Nov 2021 13:36:18 -0700

Injustice and intimidation. The 2 attributes of the Montana Attorney General's leadership.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: The Power of an Heroic Epic Story, by Lesfm

Outro: Cheerful Cinematic Song (w/o guitar solo) by ZAKHARVALAHA

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Links:

https://montanafreepress.org/2021/11/24/montana-ag-knudsen-did-not-harass-hospital-staff-says-special-counsel/

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0450/chapter_0050/part_0020/section_0030/0450-0050-0020-0030.html

https://helenair.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/legislative-probe-provides-more-info-on-ag-hospital-dispute/article_914a07fa-fd35-522d-94ec-339736fbce63.html

https://casetext.com/case/estate-of-frazier-v-miller

Episode 59: Fielder‘s Felony Follies? We‘ll let you decide.

Wed, 08 Dec 2021 13:04:30 -0700

Carry on, Montana GOP - by continuing to cover up and embrace corruption, you become exactly what the Democrats hope you to be.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Honor and Sword, by ZAKHARVALAHA

Outro: Inspire Corporate, by LESFM

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

http://laws.leg.mt.gov/legprd/LAW0211W$BLAC.VoteTabulation?P_VOTE_SEQ=S251&P_SESS=20151

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0450/chapter_0070/part_0020/section_0090/0450-0070-0020-0090.html

https://montanafreepress.org/2021/11/24/montana-ag-knudsen-did-not-harass-hospital-staff-says-special-counsel/

https://montanafreepress.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/11.22.21-Special-Counsel-Report-St.-Peters-Inquiry_with-exhibits.pdf

https://helenair.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/legislative-probe-provides-more-info-on-ag-hospital-dispute/article_914a07fa-fd35-522d-94ec-339736fbce63.html

DISCLAIMER: These podcasts are no way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the copyright act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes of criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair Use, is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational. or personal use tips the balance in favor of Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in the podcast are not intended to infringe.

Episode 60: Hi. We‘re the government & we‘re here to solve the affordable housing crisis.

Tue, 21 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -0700

Government loves to talk about affordable housing, but it fails to recognize it's the one who caused the crisis.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro = Epic Inspiration, by Alex MakeMusic

Outro = Christmas Epic Magic Dance, by Lesfm

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Links:

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2021/12/17/the-enemy-of-affordable-housing/

Episode 61: A peek behind the curtain at the Montana GOP extremist operatives.

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 13:50:40 -0700

In this show, we talk about who the MT GOP extremists really are behind closed doors.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intros: Scared Stallion Horse, royalty free on Mixit.

Country Bluegrass 2, by Caffeine Creek Band, royalty free on Pixabay

Outro: Successful Construction, by Tim Taj, royalty free on Pixabay

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1223649384316739

Episode 62: Hi Billings City Gov’t. Your taxpayers would like a word with you.

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 16:25:35 -0700

If you steal property from the government, steal the government’s money, well that’s a felony criminal offense. But what happens when the government steals from you? We'll tell you.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro: The Epic Trailer, by Alex MakeMusic
Outro: Upbeat Corporate, by Penguin Music
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINK:

https://www.ktvh.com/news/2018/05/18/6-billings-rate-payers-suing-city-over-franchise-fees-for-water-sewer-and-garbage/

Disclaimer:These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 63: Why didn’t you do something to help us? Signed, Montana kids

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 16:21:42 -0700

How dysfunctional is Montana's Child Protective Services Division? We'll tell you.

SHOW NOTES:
Music by:
Intro: Epical Drums 04, by Grigoriy Nuzhny
Outro: Stay with me, by Michael Ramir C
Both music selections are royalty free on Mixkit.

LINKS:

https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2019/feb/10/mismanagement-alleged-throughout-montanas-child-an/

https://leg.mt.gov/content/Committees/Interim/2015-2016/Children-Family/Meetings/Nov-2015/nov2015-cfsd-perf-audit-exec-summary.pdf

Episode 64: Paging Nurse Ratched to administration, STAT!

Sat, 26 Feb 2022 14:34:40 -0700

Malpractice. Incompetence. Our state is failing us.

SHOW NOTES: Music by: Intro=Hospital Life (Main Title) by, Alper Cavus, royalty free on Jamendo Outro=Corporate TV, by Zakharvalaha, royalty free on Pixabay LINKS: https://billingsgazette.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/montana-state-hospital-placed-on-immediate-jeopardy-after-federal-inspection/article_b4a65fcb-44b5-5ecb-86e2-b4f418970a4e.html Disclaimer: These podcasts are in NO way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 65: If Governor Gianforte wants his name on a building, we have 50 million reasons why he should choose the Montana State Hospital.

Sat, 19 Mar 2022 13:33:13 -0600

Grandma's black eye. Courtesy of the Gianforte Administration and the MT State Legislature.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro = Hybrid Trailer Epic, by Alex MakeMusic

Outro = Inspiration, by Tim Taj

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Links:

https://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/townnews/politics/montana-state-hospital-gets-an-extension-to-fix-problems-tied-to-deaths/article_0cbcd1f5-8141-5e49-abbc-77ef97d44b0a.html

https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2022-03-14/the-state-hospital-has-more-time-to-try-to-save-its-medicare-funding

DISCLAIMER: These podcasts are in no way endorsed by the media contained within, no are they intended to undermine or compete with any existing or forthcoming material. Copyright disclaimer under section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, new reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in this podcast are not intended to infringe.

Episode 66: Gov. Gianforte’s Minnesota Come-Back Plan

Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:06:06 -0600

Gov. Gianforte had a "come-back plan" alright...for Minnesota, NOT for Montana.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro = Fight For Your Rights, by Playsound

Outro = Upbeat Corporate Motivation, by Amusicmedia

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://governor.mt.gov/_docs/OpenLettertoMNBusinesses.pdf

https://montanacomeback.com/governor-elect-gianforte-announces-commissioner-of-the-department-of-labor-industry/

https://dli.mt.gov/_news-events/2021/05/mt-rtw-bonuses

https://www.quotes.net/citizen-quote/399920

Episode 67: Control Freaks & Cheats

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 13:38:37 -0600

Right now, the people running the State Parties aren't leaders. They aren't credible and they have no standards.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro = Epic Travel on Celtic Roads, by Lesfm

Outro = Inspiring Journey Background Music for Videos, by Lesfm

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2022/04/08/rigging-the-vote/

DISCLAIMER: These podcasts are in no way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or complete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright Disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute, that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 68: Gov. Gianforte’s Dirty Laundry of Administrators.

Tue, 03 May 2022 13:00:26 -0600

By truly doing nothing substantive to address the house aflame at Warm Springs, Greg Gianforte's administration has almost assured the death of mental health treatment in Montana.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: "We will get there" by Kinemesis Music

Outro: "Energetic Success Flowing Corporate Upbeat Music" by REDproductions

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Acadia-Montana/reviews

https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/northwest/montana-facilitys-chemical-restraint-raises-questions/#:~:text=BUTTE%2C%20Mont.%20%28AP%29%20%E2%80%94%20When%20Annette%20Smith%20found,Oregon%20Senate%20Human%20Services%20Committee%20on%20April%2011.?msclkid=cb89e036c71a11ecb8885ac4a1358855

https://dphhs.mt.gov/Facilities/IBC/index?msclkid=7f277631c71711ec89eed8025976850e

https://dailymontanan.com/2022/04/21/montana-state-hospital-administrator-removed-as-dphhs-begins-work-with-private-consulting-firm/?msclkid=549899b3c71511ec8fd543d28620f7b4

DISCLAIMER: These podcasts are in no way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair Use, us a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 69: When feeding kids jeopardizes your job.

Thu, 19 May 2022 13:43:26 -0600

Charity is defined this way:

1. an organization set up to provide help and raise money for those in need
2. the voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, to those in need
3. kindness and tolerance in judging others

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: War Is Coming, by Musictown

Outro: Sunshine, by lemonmusicstudio

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://realestatealliance.org/lgbtq-real-estate-alliance-calls-on-national-association-of-realtors-to-remove-discriminatory-member/

https://www.kpax.com/news/missoula-county/missoula-organization-of-realtors-hate-speech-prohibition-will-withstand-judicial-scrutiny#:~:text=MISSOULA%20%E2%80%94%20The%20Missoula%20Organization%20of%20Realtors%20said,tolerated%20in%20any%20profession%E2%80%9D%20The%20Daily%20Montanan%20reports.

https://scholarlycommons.law.case.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=4148&context=caselrev

https://multiplelistingservice.org/how-it-works/

Episode 70: ”How about a big salad? It’s a salad, only bigger with lots of stuff in it.” - Elaine Benis

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 14:20:27 -0600

Ms. Arntzen, an educator & Director of the Montana's Office of Public Instruction, is notorious for her inability to use grammatically correct language, her refusal to educate herself on Land Board issues, & now notorious for violating the laws she advocates for.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Lose Control, by AlexiAction

Outro: News Corporate, by Skilsel

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2021/feb/24/flathead-locals-testify-support-school-bus-safety-/

https://mtstandard.com/about-elsie-arntzen/article_23f2ea14-8580-11e3-b596-0019bb2963f4.html

https://helenair.com/news/local/arntzen-adviser-makes-40-more-per-hour-than-his-boss-but-works-much-less/article_2c252307-3c1b-5896-b862-4953714ed795.html

https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/21150235-school-superintendents-letter-to-superintendent-elsie-arntzen

Episode 71: Question: If all your friends jumped off a cliff, would you jump too? Answer: Yes.

Fri, 24 Jun 2022 11:38:28 -0600

When deviant behavior is normalized, deviance increases.

SHOW NOTES:

Music By:

Intro: Typographic Percussion, by Brightest Avenue

Outro: Uplifting Piano, by Music Unlimited

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://www.verywellmind.com/what-is-groupthink-2795213

https://www.alleydog.com/video/social-psychology/the-8-symptoms-of-groupthink.php

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Normalization_of_deviance

Episode 72: The Montana GOP rats have stolen command of the ship.

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 15:00:33 -0600

The real GOP elephants, are now swimming in unsafe waters.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Epic Cinematic Trailer, by Pavel Yudin

Outro: Aspire, by Audio Coffee

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2022/07/01/crowded-primaries-create-winners-out-of-would-be-losers/

https://www.thoughtco.com/totalitarianism-authoritarianism-fascism-4147699

Episode 73: “Begone, O frightful wig of deceit!” ― Stewart Stafford

Mon, 25 Jul 2022 19:40:06 -0600

Charlatan "preacher" JD Hall left a wake of destruction when he fled Big Sky Country.

SHOW NOTES:

Music By:

Intro: The Shield, by Hot Music

Outro: Happy Day, by Stockaudios

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://guardianlv.com/2014/08/did-preachers-viral-twitter-beef-with-teen-lead-to-suicide/ https://www.thedickinsonpress.com/news/two-men-dragged-out-of-river-church-revival-event-montana-church-followers-protest-national-pastor-and-women-speaking-in-church https://www.sidneyherald.com/news/local_news/hall-accused-of-embezzlement-and-assault-with-a-weapon/article_a71785ca-0912-11ed-965e-4f9027ac7ae2.html https://churchleaders.com/news/429483-disgraced-pastor-jd-hall-assault-with-weapon-strangulation-police-report.html

https://servuschristi.com/my-testimony/

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Episode 74: Walking the plank.

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 20:52:47 -0600

The authoritarians of the MT GOP want us all to walk the plank, while pledging allegiance to them, and only them.

SHOW NOTES

Music by:

Intro: Cinematic Action Intro, by makesound

Outro: Inspiring Corporate, by TwoMountains

Both music selections are royalty free on Jamendo.

LINKS:

https://www.annualreviews.org/doi/10.1146/annurev.polisci.2.1.243

https://mtgop.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/2022_MTGOP_PlatformFINAL.pdf

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Episode 75: I’ll have a big, fat Charlatan sandwich, with a side of racist authoritarian.

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 08:16:03 -0600

The sexist, misogynistic, chauvinist Charlatans in the MT GOP are now saying the quiet part out loud. Hello racism.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Catch it, by Coma-Media

Outro: The Weekend, by Chillmore

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://www.mtredistricting.gov

https://www.havredailynews.com/story/2022/08/22/local/ed-butcher-speaks-at-north-central-pachyderms/539346.html

https://history.house.gov/People/Detail/2 0147

adopted-criteria-state-legislative-dac-july-2021.pdf (mt.gov)

https://ballotpedia.org/Edward_Butcher

https://www.popsci.com/uterus-memory-cognition/Republican state reps comment on Native communities in redistricting (missoulacurrent.com)

Episode 76: Lawlessness and Disorder

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:48:53 -0600

It's what you get, when you hire men with maturity levels of 14 year olds, to run the state.

SHOW NOTES:

Music By:

Intro: Action Teaser, by Stringerbell

Outro: News Corporate, by Skilsel

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://www.jurist.org/news/2022/09/us-dispatch-a-politicized-judiciary-could-facilitate-an-authoritarian-turn/#:~:text=One%20of%20the%20first%20actions%20would-be%20authoritarians%20take,of%20the%20game%2C%20or%20the%20rule%20of%20law.

https://www.krtv.com/news/montana-and-regional-news/oath-keepers-leader-was-disbarred-by-the-montana-supreme-court-in-2015#:~:text=Rhodes%20formed%20the%20Oath%20Keepers%20in%202009%20after,Big%20Arm%2C%20Kalispell%2C%20and%20Trego%20over%20the%20years.

https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/montana-defies-order-transgender-birth-certificates-rcna48053

https://www.history.com/topics/us-government/judicial-branch

https://ballotpedia.org/The_Republican_Party_Platform,_2020

Episode 77: According to the MT GOP, your kids belong to the Government.

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 12:40:16 -0600

The New Montana GOP wants big government to parent our children.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: This Is Epic, by Music Unlimited

Outro: Inspiring Uplifting Cinematic Piano, by QubeSounds

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://www.leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0450/chapter_0020/part_0010/section_0010/0450-0020-0010-0010.html#:~:text=%2829%29%E2%80%82%22Human%20being%22%20means%20a%20person%20who%20has%20been,person%20who%20is%20confined%20in%20a%20correctional%20institution.

https://media.dojmt.gov/wp-content/uploads/Full-Text-of-Bill-LR131-1.pdf

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2011/billpdf/SJ0009.pdf

https://www.leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0450/chapter_0020/part_0010/section_0010/0450-0020-0010-0010.html

https://rules.mt.gov/gateway/RuleNo.asp?RN=37%2E8%2E307

https://rules.mt.gov/gateway/ruleno.asp?RN=37%2E8%2E802

Episode 78: There are Montana kids who are hungry. Let’s feed them.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 12:05:52 -0600

Childhood hunger exists in Montana. We can fix that.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Kids, by AudioCoffee

Outro: Inspiring & Uplifting Indie Rock, by QubeSounds

Both music selections are royalty free via Pixabay.

LINKS:

www.gapfillersflathead.org

https://www.eatthis.com/school-lunch-debt-in-america/

https://www.aljazeera.com/economy/2019/9/27/the-other-student-debt-us-kids-struggle-to-pay-for-school-meals

https://www.chalkbeat.org/2022/8/2/23287768/free-school-meals-student-lunch-debt

Episode 79: Liar, Liar, House on Fire

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 11:42:29 -0700

Anyone who adopts the horse sh*t in this Housing Task Force report that places state dictates over local control, is not a Republican.

SHOW NOTES:

Music:

Intro: We Confidently Go To Victory, by Alex MakeMusic

Outro: Inspirational Background, by Audio Coffee

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://deq.mt.gov/files/About/Housing/HTF_PhaseI_Final_10142022.pdf

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/mca/title_0760/chapter_0020/part_0030/sections_index.html

https://mtgop.org/about/party-platform/

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Episode 80: Crime, but no punishment.

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 12:57:17 -0700

A liar, a bully, a fraud, and someone who shuns the rule of law for personal gain has been voted in to lead the Montana Senate.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by: Intro Theme Song: Wild, Wild, West, by Julius H Outro: Motivational Day, by Audio Coffee Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay LINKS: #47 https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-jeiur-109a0f2

#48

https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-hw5sa-10b62c9 #71 https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-4g8dj-125afe7

https://ballotpedia.org/Steve_Fitzpatrick

https://ballotpedia.org/Sue_Vinton

https://montanafreepress.org/2022/11/16/montana-lawmakers-select-leadership-ahead-of-2023-session/

https://www.montanavoterguide.com/candidate/regier-matt/

https://casetext.com/case/doctors-for-a-healthy-montana-v-fox-1

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Episode 81: Doing the wrong thing while everyone is watching.

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 10:57:45 -0700

What the Montana GOP is doing, is the exact opposite of leading with integrity.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Wings of Liberty, by Evgeny Bardyuzha

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://www.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/documents/cases/2008/10/091009usmagstipfinal.pdf

https://www.ftc.gov/legal-library/browse/cases-proceedings/082-3084-your-magazine-provider-inc

https://casetext.com/case/fed-trade-comm-v-ellsworth

https://dailymontanan.com/2021/07/20/legislative-leader-charged-with-traffic-violations-obstructing-a-peace-officer/

https://montanafreepress.org/2021/08/02/jason-ellsworth-pleads-guilty-obstructing-officer/

https://quote.org/author/mike-mansfield-51489

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Horseshoe_theory

https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/british-journal-of-political-science/article/abs/similarities-and-differences-between-leftwing-and-rightwing-radicals/C46411F0228745583D2EB8E91A19D881

https://www.marxists.org/reference/archive/mao/works/red-book/ch26.htm

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Episode 82: The Swamp Creature Shuffle

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 12:30:35 -0700

Failing up has its rewards, and it's the specialty of the MT GOP Swamp.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Minimal Inspiring Ambient, by ComaStudio

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2023/jan/06/brad-tschida-serve-executive-director-montana-publ/

https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-b9sat-ddffa4

https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-qhakq-120727e

https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-59bs6-127213b

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Episode 83: The ”Butcher-ing” of Montana Values

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 15:37:57 -0700

The incestuous mess in the Montana Legislature continues, courtesy of the MT GOP.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Aspire, by AudioCoffee

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://ictnews.org/archive/questionable-commentary-reveals-a-bunch

https://missoulian.com/news/national/govt-and-politics/house-democrats-call-for-rare-censure-of-butcherposted-on-feb-28/article_5bba1411-a349-50b0-89ed-05e6cbc36f3f.html

https://missoulian.com/news/national/govt-and-politics/lawmaker-criticized-for-private-e-mail-messageposted-on-march-18/article_e7123414-3ad9-54c5-9931-40564dc07e59.html

https://missoulian.com/news/local/senator-apologizes-for-calling-disabled-students-vegetables/article_b0de3637-87e8-5fd6-8057-b7f408f596e0.html

https://helenair.com/news/state-and-regional/govt-and-politics/dan-bartel-appointed-to-state-senate-seat-vacated-by-new-budget-director/article_ff0e1bec-4620-55c3-8a9a-04d8be5fb505.html

https://missoulian.com/jodirave/opinion-old-west-ignorance-alive-in-butcher---sunday-march-25-2007/article_50ced2f3-d576-547e-bf34-65749d7b8fbd.html

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Episode 84: Heretics & Their Witchy Ways.

Thu, 09 Feb 2023 14:02:02 -0700

The heretics have taken over the MT GOP and any semblance of law or order is gone. They have no standards. Anything goes.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Upbeat Corporate Motivation, by AmusicMedia

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

https://mtstandard.com/news/article_78ac8c66-b3de-5286-a813-86e03520d623.html

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2017/11/27/commissioner-mitchell-set-stand-trial-destroying-county-owned-trees/

https://missoulian.com/flathead-county-official-could-face-charges-after-wild-ride/article_6d2502e0-12d0-5213-ba02-46dd467daa86.html

https://dailymontanan.com/2022/08/30/republican-state-reps-comment-on-native-communities-in-redistricting/

https://montanafreepress.org/2021/11/18/derek-skees-calls-for-replacing-montana-constitution/

https://apps.montanafreepress.org/montana-legislature-lawsuit-tracker/?_gl=1*11oth12*_ga*YW1wLV9kTEJBNlZRcjlWMjRHNUprM2E5akE.

https://www.bozemandailychronicle.com/news/mtleg/gianforte-seeks-2-6m-to-defend-laws-against-court-challenges/article_93dff9e6-9b5d-11ed-b180-ebb88e48f23e.html

https://billingsgazette.com/news/state-and-regional/montana/state-senator-charged-with-felony-assault-in-domestic-incident/article_23826855-7dd4-5cd2-bdeb-0340b712d7ae.html

https://www.abc.net.au/religion/the-problem-of-political-heresy-and-its-catholic-antidote/11742334

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Episode 85: Move over Barnum & Bailey. There’s a new circus in town and it’s the MTGOP.

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 13:58:50 -0700

So, who's next? And is the MT GOP actually printing up the scarlet letters for all of us Republicans to wear that have revealed their horseshit?

SHOW NOTES:

Music:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H, royalty free on Pixabay

Outro: Corporate Acoustic Guitar Theme, by Andy Blackwood, royalty free on Pixabay

Clown Music: Akashic Records, Fast Circus Clown Loop, royalty free on Jamendo

LINKS:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FpSaEgGacAQC5P-?format=jpg&name=large

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/FpSaEgDagAENGjS?format=jpg&name=medium

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2016/02/28/don-k-enters-race-montana-senate/

https://formergovernors.mt.gov/racicot/other/marcbio.asp

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Episode 86: Something smells in the basement.

Thu, 11 Apr 2024 18:28:14 -0600

"If something smells bad in the basement, it will eventually make its way to the attic." - Anthony Liccione

This episode is sponsored by The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor, Kalispell's new premiere salon. https://www.thesyndicatehair.com

SHOW NOTES:

Music:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Summer Adventures, by SergePavkinMusic

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

Heitkamp Audio: Alabama Goddam | Talking Feds Podcast

34:53 - 35:24 https://youtu.be/QsyJIuB9HEM?feature=shared

https://www.daines.senate.gov/2022/11/16/daines-elected-chairman-of-the-national-republican-senatorial-committee/

https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2023-08-18/37-montana-republican-lawmakers-back-rosendale-for-senate

https://www.cnn.com/2024/02/09/politics/matt-rosendale-senate-montana/index.html

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/matt-rosendale-drops-montana-senate-race-less-week-rcna139115

https://gobergroup.com/bios/anna-mackin/

https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2024-election/gop-rep-matt-rosendale-drops-re-election-bid-montana-rcna142513

Dr. Al Olzewski Audio: https://fb.watch/rjW3Qb4X0-/

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Episode 87: Ass, meet alligator. The parting of the red sea of the MTGOP.

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 13:50:14 -0600

“There are three things in the world that deserve no mercy, hypocrisy, fraud, and tyranny.” – Frederick William Robertson

This episode is sponsored by: The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor of Kalispell https://www.thesyndicatehair.com

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro: Wild Wild West, Julius H
Outro: Upbeat Emotive, u_968xy4i23x

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

LINKS:

Dr. Al audio: https://fb.watch/rjW3Qb4X0-/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2024/02/26/kalispell-republican-primary-challenge-tony-brockman/

https://leg.mt.gov/bills/2023/billpdf/HB0225.pdf

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2023/04/24/bill-to-increase-funding-for-individualized-education-programs-moves-to-governors-desk/

https://joneslawmt.com/

https://web.archive.org/web/20170902114613/http:/lastbestnews.com/site/2017/07/lawyer-faces-sanctions-for-obstructing-political-probe/

https://politicalpractices.mt.gov/_docs/2018decisions/Eaton-v.-G.-Jarussi.vFINAL-signed.pdf

https://missoulacurrent.com/montana-dark-money-emily-jones-obstruction/

https://web.archive.org/web/20170922065317/

https://missoulanews.bigskypre a/the-republican-operative-behind-an-opaque-media-launch/Content?oid=3321125 ss.com/missoula/the-republican-operative-behind-an-opaque-media-launch/Content?oid=3321125

https://web.archive.org/web/20190814163238/

https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/1150096-montana-growth-network-2012-990-public.html#document/p1/a156059

https://austinformontana.com/attorney-general-elect-austin-knudsen-announces-transition-advisory-committee/

https://web.archive.org/web/20210425075229/https:/directory.mt.gov/govt/state-dir/agency/justice

https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/missoula-republicans-use-joseph-stalin-quote-to-recruit-election-judges

https://prod-static.gop.com/media/Rules_Of_The_Republican_Party.pdf?amp;_ga=2.155947314.881356587.1713982294-2140209442.1713982293

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2024/03/22/flathead-republican-endorsements-regier-kalispell/

https://gopmontana.com/category/who-we-are/

https://marcco.org/2024/resources-and-data/

https://montanafreepress.org/2022/02/28/montana-attorney-general-hires-billings-attorney-civil-litigation/

https://www.fec.gov/resources/legal-resources/litigation/rnc_rnc_complaint.pdf

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Episode 88: Knudsen K'not Kommand

Fri, 07 Jun 2024 15:01:05 -0600

AG Austin Knudsen is a menace to his own office, our Highway Patrol, the practice of law, and our great state.

This episode is sponsored by: The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor

www.thesyndicatehair.com

SHOW NOTES:

Music:

Intro: Wild, Wild West, by Julius H.

Outro: Upbeat Corporate, by WaveCont

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://dailymontanan.com/2024/05/29/complaint-dojs-montana-highway-patrol-fired-trooper-in-retaliation/

https://dojmt.gov/attorney-general-knudsen-announces-retirement-of-mhp-colonel/

https://www.ktvh.com/news/montana-politics/judge-accepts-gun-case-plea-deal-arranged-by-ag-knudsens-office

https://montanafreepress.org/2024/05/31/conservatives4mt-committee-puts-240k-behind-moderate-republicans-legsilative-primaries/

https://dailymontanan.com/2024/03/29/montana-highway-patrol-survey-shows-lack-of-trust-in-leadership/

https://www.montanarightnow.com/news/ag-austin-knudsen-charged-with-41-counts-of-professional-misconduct/article_5d08e014-4c5f-11ee-b218-bff37a7c3aa2.html

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Episode 89: The Wolf of Evergreen.

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 15:37:23 -0600

"For as long as there have been gullible people, there have been charlatans eager to take advantage of them..." - Michelle Debczak

This episode is sponsored by The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor of Evergreen.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild, Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Upbeat Corporate Uplifting (smell of spring), by Alex Grohl

Both music selections are royalty free, on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://www.mentalfloss.com/posts/historys-greatest-charlatans

https://www.greatfallstribune.com/story/news/local/2017/02/18/bill-puts-political-practices-office-tug-war/98096506/

https://dailymontanan.com/2021/12/02/the-only-socialist-rag-is-the-tired-song-and-dance-skees-is-performing/

https://montanafreepress.org/2022/03/21/montana-constitution-50th-birthday-midlife-crisis/

https://montanafreepress.org/2022/07/18/bukacek-wins-public-service-commission-primary/

https://montanafreepress.org/2022/12/09/mangan-departs-montana-political-practices-office/

https://montanafreepress.org/2022/09/13/gospel-and-gop-according-to-montana-pastor-jd-hall/

https://ministrywatch.com/police-report-disgraced-pastor-jd-hall-investigated-for-assault-with-weapon-strangulation/

https://youtu.be/gmyYmzzimjM?feature=shared

https://www.lukasschubertmt.com/

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Episode 90: Failure to communicate.

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 18:46:52 -0600

This episode is sponsored by The Syndicate Hair and Beauty Parlor in Evergreen.

Senator Steve Daines and State Sen. Greg Hertz have opposing agendas when it comes to taxing tipped workers in Montana. This inconsistency flies in the face of the Republican platform, and it's just plain dumb.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Good Times Are Coming, by Bo Dleasons/Bohdan Kuzmin

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://www.kpax.com/news/missoula-county/missoulas-plan-to-end-homelessness-10-years-later-whats-next

https://youtu.be/VPqEgVKISr4

https://newstalkkgvo.com/missoula-plan-end-homelessness-misleading/

https://missoulacurrent.com/urban-camping-strategy/

https://pub-missoula.escribemeetings.com/filestream.ashx?DocumentId=304118

https://www.kulr8.com/elections/montana-political-show/senator-daines-to-introduce-bill-banning-federal-tax-on-tips/article_3008b62c-f24e-58cc-bce7-ba3535e6a7d7.html

https://www.ktvq.com/news/local-news/tip-tax-montanans-earning-tips-will-soon-be-required-to-report-them-on-state-taxes

https://montanafreepress.org/2024/01/18/tips-now-taxable-income-for-montana-income-taxes/

https://www.forbes.com/sites/brianbushard/2024/06/22/trump-promises-no-taxes-on-tips-the-pros-and-cons-explained/

DISCLAIMER: These podcasts are in no way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair Use, is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 91: The politician's promises of yesterday are the taxes of today - William Lyon Mackenzie King

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 14:00:00 -0600

This episode is sponsored by: The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor in Evergreen.

If you steal from us, we don't have to apply to you and grovel at your feet to get our money back. But we SHOULD condemn you for taking it in the first place. That would be the Montana way.

SHOW NOTES:

Music:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H.

Outro: Inspiring, Uplifting Corporate, by DanaMusic

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Audiogram #1 photo by, Eleven Photographs, on Unsplash.com

LINKS:

https://montanafreepress.org/2024/08/15/montana-governor-gianforte-receives-property-tax-task-force-recommendations/

https://missoulacurrent.com/residential-property-taxes-3/

https://www.kpax.com/news/missoula-county/city-of-missoula-proposes-unprecedented-tax-increase-as-state-sits-on-1b-surplus

https://helenair.com/news/article_45060b28-5504-11ef-bd1f-47770a079bae.html

DISCLAIMER: These podcasts are in no way endorsed by the creators of the media used within, nor are they intended to undermine or compete with any material existing or forthcoming material. Copyright disclaimer under Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976 - allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair Use, is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational, or personal use tips the balance in favor of Fair Use. No copyright infringement is intended. All audio clips used in these podcasts are not intended to infringe.

Episode 92: Welcome the Hotel California.

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 20:01:08 -0600

Once you allow a Pre-Release Center to come into your town, you will NEVER get rid of it. Ever.

This episode is sponsored by, The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor of Evergreen.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro=Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro=Upbeat Emotive, by U-9608xy4i23x

Both Music Selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

Audiogram photo by, Carles Rabada on Unsplash.com

LINKS:

https://www.mtpr.org/2024-08-29/the-montana-department-of-corrections-expanded-a-contract-with-a-private-arizona-prison

https://cor.mt.gov/Facilities/CommunityCorrectionsBedAvailability

http://www.cccscorp.com/programs/ccp/

https://www.kpax.com/news/missoula-county/missoula-county-in-dispute-with-state-over-inmate-costs-treatment

https://montanafreepress.org/2024/02/21/montana-prisons-still-overcrowded-after-arizona-inmate-transfer/

https://cor.mt.gov/Facilities/PrereleaseCenters#:~:text=The%20Montana%20Department%20of%20Corrections,centers%20that%20serve%20male%20offenders

https://www.montanarightnow.com/great-falls/great-falls-pre-release-center-escapee-on-the-loose/article_4fb91e6e-4228-11ef-9d5a-bf0b259e9292.html#:~:text=GREAT%20FALLS%2C%20Mont.,to%20the%20center%20on%20Sunday.&text=Hunter%20J.,asked%20to%20notify%20law%20enforcement

https://www.kpax.com/news/crime-and-courts/vincent-knight-reported-as-walkaway-from-missoula-pre-release-center#:~:text=Knight%20was%20last%20seen%20wearing,broadcast%2C%20rewritten%2C%20or%20redistributed

https://www.kulr8.com/bozeman/gallatin-county-law-enforcement-tracking-inmate-escapee/article_24ecbc02-11d9-59cf-8a7b-19c1c4e26490.html#:~:text=No%20compatible%20source%20was%20found,cancel%20and%20close%20the%20window.&text=End%20of%20dialog%20window.,criminal%20possession%20of%20dangerous%20drugs

https://www.kpax.com/news/missoula-county/woman-walks-away-from-missoula-pre-release-center#:~:text=Prev%20Next,has%20pierced%20ears%20and%20tattoos

https://www.montanarightnow.com/bozeman/man-fails-to-return-to-gallatin-county-pre-release-center-friday-night/article_b0a2f156-46aa-11ef-b070-8fb76f7c35fa.html#:~:text=Law%20enforcement%20asks%20the%20public,please%20contact%20your%20local%20enforcement

https://www.ktvq.com/news/crime-watch/billings-man-sent-to-federal-prison-following-escape-drive-by-shooting

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Episode 93: The Scapegoat Strategy and How Not to Do It.

Thu, 10 Oct 2024 16:00:00 -0600

MT Attorney General Austin Knudsen is so dumb, he doesn't realize he can't use the Scapegoat Strategy when the public already knows that the MHP survey condemned HIM for HIS leadership failures, NOT Col. Lavin.

This episode is brought to you by, The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor in Evergreen.

SHOW NOTES:

Music By:

Intro=Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro=Perfect Ambient Corporate, by Bo Dleasons

Audiogram photo by, Liona Toussaint on Unsplash.com

LINKS:

https://www.montanarightnow.com/montana/lawsuit-filed-against-montana-attorney-general-austin-knudsen-by-former-mhp-colonel/article_e3c043e0-8106-11ef-aed2-c3a909fffe0e.html

https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2024-09-03/justice-department-orders-news-site-to-remove-highway-patrol-survey-responses

https://montanafreepress.org/2024/10/01/montana-plans-to-contract-for-care-%20of-state-psychiatric-patients-prison-inmates/

https://montanafreepress.org/2024/07/11/montana-public-psychiatric-hospital-shuffles-top-leadership-again/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2024/10/02/state-prepares-to-contract-for-care-of-discharged-warm-springs-patients-state-prison-inmates/

https://www.montanarightnow.com/montana/lawsuit-filed-against-montana-attorney-general-austin-knudsen-by-former-mhp-colonel/article_e3c043e0-8106-11ef-aed2-c3a909fffe0e.html

https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/mhp-colonel-to-retire-after-30-years-of-service

https://dailymontanan.com/2024/08/16/attorney-general-micromanaging-montana-highway-patrol-employees-say/

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Episode 94: Pork Chop & Propaganda

Thu, 31 Oct 2024 19:15:00 -0600

MVP counts down the 5 worst political ads targeting Montanans this election cycle.

This episode is sponsored by: The Syndicate Hair and Beauty Parlor in Evergreen. www.thesyndicatehair.com

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:
Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H
Outro: Corporate Life Upbeat, by Sunny Vibes Audio
Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.
Audiogram photo by, Brandon Mowinkel on Unsplash.com

LINKS:

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engage-in-the-future/episodes/enGage-in-the-Future-Ep--15-e2proue

https://www.mtpr.org/podcast/campaign-beat/2024-04-26/the-best-of-times-the-worst-of-times-one-of-these-ads-is-not-like-the-others

https://host2.adimpact.com/admo/#/viewer/36ffda2b-a32a-4a7d-84b5-e8363d3a96e6/

https://www.instagram.com/monica.tranel/reel/DAjwFnZMIAP/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JIzQsmUl7UM

https://x.com/MonicaTranel/status/1844347151553528276

https://library.municode.com/mt/butte-silver_bow_county/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=CH

https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/engage-in-the-future/episodes/Who-is-Mike-Gage-e2lueu0

https://politicalpractices.mt.gov/home/Docket-of-Formal-Complaints/Lester-v-Gage.pdf

https://ground.news/article/mike-gage-running-for-butte-silver-bow-sheriff

https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-news/butte-sheriff-candidate-faces-allegations-of-campaign-finance-violations

https://www.mtpr.org/podcast/campaign-beat/2024-10-04/no-surprises-in-the-senate-debate-a-shotgun-enters-the-chat

https://archive.legmt.gov/content/Committees/Interim/2023-2024/Senate-Select-Committee-on-Judicial-Oversight-Reform/Meetings/24061213-June-2024/1-CI-128-Ballot-Language.pdf

https://www.monicatranel.com/full-housing-plan

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Episode 95: Scalpel, STAT!

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 19:06:18 -0700

Our postmortem analysis of Montana's 2024 General Election and beyond.

This episode is sponsored by: The Syndicate Hair and Beauty Parlor in Evergreen. www.thesyndicatehair.com

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Uplifting Upbeat Acoustic Guitar, by Ashot Danielyan

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay

Audiogram #1 photo by, Toon Lambrechts on Unsplash.com

LINKS:

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2024/11/07/republicans-sweep-montana-psc-races/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2024/11/07/in-conservative-flathead-democrats-double-legislative-presence-from-one-to-two/

https://electionresults.mt.gov/

https://electionresults.mt.gov/resultsSW.aspx?type=STATE&map=CTY

https://electionresults.mt.gov/resultsSW.aspx?type=FED&map=CTY

https://sentester.app.box.com/s/6lcgiiu8q3fbjxe7qzw0w43od2br94ow

https://dailymontanan.com/2024/11/08/montana-democrats-must-clean-the-house-or-go-extinct/

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Episode 96: First, do no harm.

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 19:11:24 -0700

Healthcare in Montana used to be run by physicians. Too often now, it's profits over patients.

This episode is sponsored by The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor, in Evergreen.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Positive Success - Corporate upbeat by, Sonican Dvir Silver

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

Audiogram #1 photo by Martha Dominguez

Audiogram #2 photo by Nat'l Cancer Society

Both photos are royalty free on Unsplash.com

LINKS:

https://sosmt.gov/duties-functions/

https://sosmt.gov/#:~:text=Christi%20Jacobsen%20%2D%20Montana%20Secretary%20of,of%20State%20Website%20%2D%20Christi%20Jacobsen

https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2024-12-04/secretary-of-state-likely-discriminated-against-cascade-county-applicant-labor-dept-says

https://www.newsweek.com/montana-discrimination-investigation-christi-jacobsen-rina-fontana-moore-1992787

https://montanafreepress.org/2024/12/07/a-propublica-investigation-of-helena-montana-oncologist-tom-weiner/

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Episode 97: Galumph went the big green frog.

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 20:20:37 -0700

The biggest toad in the Helena Swamp, finds himself in the pot of boiling water.

This episode is sponsored by, The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor of Evergreen.

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Inspirational & Uplifting by DanaMusic

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

LINKS:

https://nbcmontana.com/news/local/investigation-underway-into-contract-signed-by-republican-senator

https://youtu.be/9ta1oZr9z4o?feature=shared

https://helenair.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/jason-ellsworth-montana-legislature-gop-investigation/article_90095a1a-d45e-11ef-aa57-034ba6ebe269.html

https://missoulian.com/news/state-regional/government-politics/regier-ethics-complaint-ellsworth-contract/article_82ba3011-fc2b-5329-91ad-7764caa80481.html

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2025/01/22/democrats-propping-up-alleged-corruption-in-legislature/

https://dailymontanan.com/2025/01/20/ellsworth-says-contract-questions-are-manufactured-controversy-but-moves-to-cancel-170k-award/

https://dailymontanan.com/2025/01/17/montana-senate-republican-leaders-looking-into-use-of-170000-of-state-funds-by-former-senate-president/

https://montanafreepress.org/2025/01/24/audit-says-ellsworths-actions-constitute-an-abuse-of-his-government-position/

https://jasonformontana.com/about-jason/

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Episode 98: Montana’s Latest "Letter to Santa" – Solving Nothing, Making Lawyers Rich.

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 19:04:16 -0700

For perverts, this legislation, HB 121, is a HUGE win. Great job, Montana GOP!

Show Notes:

Music:

Intro = Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro =Background Music For Videos, by Maksym Malko

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

Audiogram#1 photo by Juan Marin, on Unsplash.com.

LINKS:

https://legiscan.com/MT/text/HB121/id/3039827

https://montanafreepress.org/2025/02/11/bathroom-bill-clears-gop-led-legislature-poised-to-become-law/

https://flatheadbeacon.com/2025/01/11/montana-department-of-corrections-remains-committed-to-establishing-prerelease-center-in-northwest-montana/

https://www.kpax.com/news/local-news/flathead-county/flathead-co-board-of-adjustment-rejects-proposed-prerelease-center

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Episode 99: The Web of Deceit.

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 15:06:08 -0600

Between Jason Ellsworth, Matt Regier and Rhonda Knudsen...Sir Walter Scott said it best: "Oh what a tangled web we weave/When first we practice to deceive"’

This episode is sponsored by: The Syndicate Hair & Beauty Parlor in Evergreen. www.thesyndicatehair.com

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Upbeat Corporate Music, by Maksym Malko

Both music selections are royalty free on Pixabay.

MT PR Audio:

https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2025-03-07/state-auditors-to-review-contracts-signed-by-senate-president

LINKS:

https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/dec/25/state-sues-county-over-prerelease-center-decision/

https://mtstandard.com/news/local/crime-courts/article_bc9671b0-001b-11f0-be3a-0f0d795275a8.html

https://kellywarnerlaw.com/montana-defamation-laws

https://archive.legmt.gov/bills/mca/title_0450/chapter_0080/part_0020/section_0120/0450-0080-0020-0120.html

https://apps.montanafreepress.org/capitol-tracker-2023/bills/hb-260/

https://fastdemocracy.com/bill-search/mt/2023/bills/MTB00014074/

https://montanafreepress.org/2025/03/07/ethics-committee-starts-investigation-into-former-state-senate-president/

https://montanafreepress.org/2025/03/05/regiers-counsel-conundrum/

https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2025-03-07/state-auditors-to-review-contracts-signed-by-senate-president

https://www.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/documents/cases/2008/10/091009usmagstipfinal.pdf

https://www.taxnotes.com/research/federal/court-documents/court-opinions-and-orders/court-dismisses-employees-claim-of-tax-fraud-against-former-employer/1n87y

https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/cases/countrywide_2014-05-20_enforcement_petition_memo.pdf

https://law.justia.com/cases/montana/supreme-court/2023/da-22-0182.html

https://www.greatfallstribune.com/story/news/local/2016/06/17/maciver-appointed-new-legislative-auditor/86043222/

https://dailymontanan.com/2025/01/29/ellsworth-attorney-demands-correction-to-audit-report-claims-report-defamed-former-senate-president/

Tort Claim: https://tinyurl.com/36aca6uv

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Episode 100: The Great Montana GOP C0ckblock

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 14:20:11 -0600

In March of 2026, Montana experienced a political move not seen since its Copper King era.

Our 100th episode is sponsored by The Syndicate Hair and Beauty Parlor of Evergreen. https://www.syndicatehair.com

SHOW NOTES:

Music by:

Intro: Wild Wild West, by Julius H

Outro: Outro Cinematic Closing Frame, by OpenMindAudio

Audiogram Photo (poker hand) by, Michael Parzuchowski, on Unsplash

Audigram Photo (rooster) by, Vadym, on Unsplash

All music is royalty free on Pixabay and photos royalty free on Unsplash.

Links:

https://www.kpax.com/news/montana-politics/montana-political-world-reacts-to-daines-decision-to-not-seek-reelection

https://sosmt.gov/elections/

https://www.oracle.com/corporate/pressrelease/oracle-buys-rightnow-102411.html

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