There’s nothing we at Hoary Marmot love more than recognizing fledgling upstarts in the media space, so this week we’re featuring “The Old Farmer’s Almanac,” in continuous publication since 1792. Editor-in-Chief Carol Connare joins us to discuss T.O.F.A.’s secret to success and, of course, we ask her to give us a local extended winter forecast straight from the farmer’s mouth.

Full interview: https://youtu.be/SW5IW_vw4T4

Enjoy tons more Almanac content here: https://www.almanac.com

And win a ladies’ night in downtown Bozeman courtesy Yellowstone Country: https://www.planyellowstone.com/blogposts/experience-ladies-night-in-downtown-bozeman

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Montana’s media industry has recently grown thanks to our state’s film tax incentive program, which is now in jeopardy. Luckily, the Montana Media Coalition and its president, Lynn-Wood Fields, are dedicated to rescuing the program and Montana’s bustling film industry. Hear Lynn-Wood emphasize media manufacturing’s important business role in the state of Montana, employing 1300 full-time workers.

Full interview: https://youtu.be/J5R7x7AFTvE

Attend the coalition’s upcoming event Nov 8 in Missoula: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1031266845897?aff=oddtdtcreator

And join the coalition today! https://montanamediacoalition.wildapricot.org/join-us

And hit up Bozeman’s Brad Daws for all your insurance needs: https://www.statefarm.com/agent/us/mt/bozeman/brad-daws-h696v1ys000

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On this episode we introduce you to a new local nonprofit retreat for artists called the ‘Arts Incubator Ranch’ (or A.I.R.), spearheaded by visionary Bozemanite and Broadway music director Jared Stein. Hoary Marmot tours the 600+ acre property AIR has selected for the retreat. The artistic juices are really coursing through this one!

Full interview: https://youtu.be/hdDSnNytUws

Lend support and RSVP for the Nov 1 event here: https://www.airmt.org

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08:35 Artist ranch for nature-inspired creative residencies.

10:26 Toured country with Rent, performed smaller venues.

15:33 Creating sustainable artistic development partnerships, unlike others.

19:13 Balancing technology and extended remote work stays.

21:03 Engaging community through arts and artist collaboration.

25:00 Goal: Increase year-round accessibility despite winter challenges.

27:15 Jamie Floyd residency event: November 1st celebration

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October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and who better to tell us all about it than two of the hard-working representatives of Haven, Bozeman’s top domestic violence resource? Beth Kampschror and Bailey Brubaker stop by to highlight their “coaster campaign” you may have noticed at your local brewery or bar, encouraging people in need to seek help. Their message is an important one.

Full interview: https://youtu.be/x9Y57f5Sj3U

Learn more here: https://havenmt.org/

And if you or someone you know are experiencing domestic violence, 24-hour help is a phone call away: (406) 586-4111.

And hit up Bozeman’s Brad Daws for all your insurance needs: https://www.statefarm.com/agent/us/mt/bozeman/brad-daws-h696v1ys000

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As temperatures begin to dip, it’s time to get indoors and see what the Warren Miller Performing Arts Center has in store for us this season.WMPAC Director John Zirkle joins us to preview all the different circuses scheduled to pass through Big Sky. We also dig deep to learn more about one of the upcoming shows, “Huang Yi and KUKA,” featuring a Taiwanese dancing robot.

Full interview: https://youtu.be/Zu2bhJUbi2o

WMPAC tickets here: https://warrenmillerpac.org

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On this episode, we’re joined by the heads of BeAlive Studios, Zach Green (Exec Producer, “Alone”) and Chris Keefer (Host, “Dropped”) to discuss the origin of their conservation-minded media empire. We’ll also talk about BeAlive’s massive multi-pronged effort to save our waterways, “Rivers Are Life.”

Full interview: https://youtu.be/sMkbQiZLGNg

Learn more here: https://gobealive.com

And here: https://riversarelife.com

Check out Chris’ podcast interview with Zach: https://gobealive.com/bealive-blog/chewing-glass-with-zach-green

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On this episode, we chat with bear expert Danielle Oyler, Wildlife Stewardship Outreach Specialist for Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks. With Danielle’s help, let’s do our best to turn a recent local grizzly attack and subsequent euthanization into a teachable moment for all of us.

Full interview: https://youtu.be/8004-a1NOfE

Link to story about grizzly attack: https://www.explorebigsky.com/hunter-narrowly-escapes-charging-grizzly-near-hidden-lakes/58144

Buy tickets to Pour & Gore at Museum of the Rockies right here (Oct 19, 25, & 26): https://museumoftherockies.org/signature-events/gore

And see Joe & Michelle at Last Best Comedy's Notorious B.O.Z. https://www.lastbestcomedy.com/see-a-show

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On this episode, local nonprofit Gallatin Valley Land Trust’s Associate Director EJ Porth joins us to talk about the reality of increasing numbers of newcomers to our area. EJ’s thoughtful approach to Montana’s growth and change, including her advice to those looking to integrate, is a message worth spreading.

Full interview: https://youtu.be/LN4wvgAtsPE

Reach out to EJ and the GVLT team: https://gvlt.org

And get ready for Big Sky Community Week! https://bigskycommunityweek.org/events/

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