Best Lake Forest For Transparency Podcasts (2025)

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NorthWestern Energy bumps rates by 17% without approval from regulators 4:38

1h ago4:38

4:38

The state's largest utility company is now charging customers 17 percent more for electricity. It made that price bump without the approval of state regulators. Montana Free Press' Amanda Eggert sat down with MTPR's Ellis Juhlin to talk about her reporting on the change.By Ellis Juhlin, Amanda Eggert

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Montana reps. back Trump plan to undo foreign aid, public media funding 1:45

1h ago1:45

1:45

President Donald Trump is asking Congress to claw back roughly $9.4 billion from foreign aid programs and public news broadcasters. Montana’s federal representatives are voicing their support.By Shaylee Ragar

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Why are there so many snakes on Montana's roads? 8:53

14h ago8:53

8:53

A state program lets Montana nonprofits design special license plates to help raise funds for their organization. There’s an option for any charismatic Montana animal, university sports team or social cause you want to support. There are also three versions of a 'Don't Tread on Me' plate. One listener wants to know why. MTPR's John Hooks has the st…

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New Missoula hospice center to offer ‘hope, even at the end of life’ 1:57

1d ago1:57

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More than 150 people gathered to dedicate the brand-new Hope Hospice Center in west Missoula on Tuesday. The facility offers 12 private rooms and all-day care to residents and their families navigating the end of life.By Austin Amestoy

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A large western Montana wildfire is burning weeks earlier than normal 1:41

1d ago1:41

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One of the biggest wildfires in the American west right now is burning about 4 miles north of Plains in western Montana’s Sanders County.By Edward F. O'Brien

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Stubborn drought and hot temperatures produce a ‘challenging’ fire season forecast 2:02

2d ago2:02

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Gov. Greg Gianforte on Monday received his first wildfire season briefing of the year. The outlook is a mixed bag. Most of Montana’s land and fire management agencies say they’re prepared for fire season. The weather forecast, however, is grim.By Edward F. O'Brien

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Nonprofits plant 'green infrastructure' in Missoula as storm recovery continues 1:56

3d ago1:56

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Missoula urban foresters the last 10 months clearing debris left by a powerful storm that tore through the region last July.That storm and another in August destroyed thousands of trees in western Montana. Now, volunteers and grant dollars are helping fill in that lost canopy.By Austin Amestoy

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Out of the Woods — Extra 24:40

3d ago24:40

24:40

For decades, people have been trying to find the ivory-billed woodpecker, convinced it’s still out there, despite many – including the federal government – claiming it’s gone extinct. But some avid birders are convinced it still exists. Some think they’ve seen it. Today: A bird lost to extinction, or maybe just the deep, dark Southern hardwood fore…

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Fewer Canadians visited northwest Montana this spring amid strained relations 1:46

6d ago1:46

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The number of Canadian tourists visiting the Flathead and Glacier regions this spring has declined compared to last year. That has industry leaders casting a cautious eye toward the summer.By John Hooks

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Forest Service approves new permit for Holland Lake Lodge buyers 1:15

7d ago1:15

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Private equity investors are one step closer to owning a historic lakeside lodge on public land in the Swan Valley. Eric Jacobsen and business partner Thomas Knowles are now permitted by the forest to operate Holland Lake Lodge for at least 20 years.By Austin Amestoy

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State grant dollars set to boost Native-owned businesses 1:19

7d ago1:19

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Montana’s Department of Commerce recently awarded more than $300,000 in grants to Native-owned businesses across the state. The funds aim to support the economic development of tribal communities while supporting small businesses.By Victoria Traxler

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Health officials report two more cases of measles in Montana 0:54

7d ago0:54

0:54

Two more measles cases have been confirmed in Montana. One case in Hill County exposed others in the community.By Aaron Bolton

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Frenchtown High School program gives students a head start on college 2:13

8d ago2:13

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Frenchtown High School is celebrating a first-of-its-kind milestone in Montana. Nearly two dozen seniors are graduating with a year’s worth of college under their belts.By Austin Amestoy

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Gov. Gianforte vetoes government transparency bills 2:05

8d ago2:05

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Gov. Greg Gianforte this month vetoed two bills that would’ve protected or expanded the public’s right to access government records – including his own.By Austin Amestoy

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Native American lawmakers turn political capital into policy gains 5:12

8d ago5:12

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This year, 12 Native American legislators from across the state made up the Montana American Indian Caucus. The group was largely successful in passing policy with major impacts for tribal communities. "This session particularly felt that we were a force as the Montana American Indian Caucus," Rep. Tyson Running Wolf said.…

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Big Sandy offers free summer meals for kids 1:40

9d ago1:40

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For some families, it can be hard to feed their kids when school is out. But more communities are participating in free summer meal programs to help fill that gap.By Victoria Traxler

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Officials hear concerns over Clark Fork, Blackfoot River water rights 1:36

9d ago1:36

1:36

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

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A Conversation with Local Youth Coaches 1:05:54

9d ago1:05:54

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Susie Kullby is a 30 year resident, educator and coach in Lake Forest. Coach Kullby played a variety of sports growing up but fell in love with soccer as a varsity player at New Trier high school. She went on to play at Xavier University. She has coached soccer for LFSA for 20 years and has a national C license from U.S. soccer. In 2020 Susie recei…

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State to fund CSKT tribal court transition under new agreement 1:37

13d ago1:37

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A long-standing argument over funding for law enforcement on the Flathead Reservation is over, for now. Gov. Greg Gianforte has signed off on funding to help Lake County and tribal officials transition to a long-term plan.By Aaron Bolton

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After landmark climate ruling, state lawmakers work to limit its scope 3:27

13d ago3:27

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Sixteen young Montanan’s made headlines when they sued the state – and won – for failing to act on climate change. Republican state lawmakers lambasted the decision. They fast tracked a suite of bills during the 2025 legislative session to limit the ruling's impacts.By Ellis Juhlin

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A Conversation with Representative Bob Morgan 49:34

2M ago49:34

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Representative Morgan was first elected to the 58th District, which includes Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, Highwood, Highland Park, Deerfield and Bannockburn, in 2018.In Springfield, Representative Morgan has made gun safety and healthcare access his focus. Prior to running for office, Mr. Morgan was a healthcare attorney for the Governor’s Office and G…

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A Conversation with Ad-Hoc Committee Chairs Kent Novak and Melanie Rummel 50:45

3M ago50:45

50:45

Melanie and Kent are co-Chairs of the Adhoc Bylaws committee for the Lake Forest Caucus. Melanie is along time resident of Lake Forest and has served the community in many ways, most recently as an Alderman. Prior to that she has also served as an office of the Lake Forest Open Lands Association including a stint as Chairperson. She has been a memb…

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A Conversation with Executive Director of the Lake Forest Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce, Joanna Rolek 46:23

4M ago46:23

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Joanna is the longtime Executive Director of the Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce. Joanna, a graduate of Boston University, began her career as a singer and actress. Her stage career included productions in Boston, Denver, and the Chicago area. She transitioned into public relations and marketing by working with two symphony orchestras, i…

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A Conversation with LFHS Principal Erin Lenart 50:48

7M ago50:48

50:48

Dr. Lenart came to Lake Forest High School in 2021 from Fairfax High School in Fairfax, Virginia. Dr. Lenart began her career as an English teacher and later has served as an Assistant Principal and Principal at both the Junior High and High School levels. She holds a Bachelors degree in English form Austin Peay University, a Masters in Education A…

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A Conversation with Congressional Candidate Jim Carris 42:56

7M ago42:56

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Jim Carris is a candidate for the Illinois 10th District in the House of Representatives. Jim is a longtime commercial real estate executive who has put that career on hold to run for congress. He has an undergraduate degree from Notre Dame and a law degree from Loyola University in Chicago. Jim, his wife, and three children are residents of Lake F…

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A Conversation with Congressman Brad Schneider 51:02

7M ago51:02

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Congressman Schneider is currently serving his 5th term representing the 10th District of Illinois. He presently serves on the House Ways and Means and the Foreign Affairs Committees. Congressman Schieder is a recognized leader on the Middle East and has focused extensively on the U.S.-Israel relationship. Mr. Schneider holds a bachelor’s degree in…

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A Conversation with Lake Forest College President Jill Baren 40:48

9M ago40:48

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Dr. Jill M. Baren. In July of 2022, Dr. Baren was appointed the fourteenth president of Lake Forest College. Lake Forest College was founded in 1857 and is home to nearly 1600 students. Last year the Wall Street Journal rated Lake Forest College the top liberal arts college in the Midwest. Dr. Baren is a medical doctor, educator, and researcher, wh…

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A Conversation with Lake Forest Caucus President Joe Oriti 46:28

10M ago46:28

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Joe and Tim talk about the Caucus, bylaw modernization and restoring trust within the community.Joe is the current president of the Lake Forest Caucus. He has lived in Lake Forest since 2015 with his wife and four children. Joe previously served as Caucus Vice President, Treasurer, and on numerous subcommittees, leading searches for elected and app…

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A Conversation with Executive Director of Ragdale Paul Sacaridiz 43:28

11M ago43:28

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Paul Sacaridiz is the Executive Director of Ragdale located here in Lake Forest. Ragdale is a nonprofit artist community located on the former country estate of Arts & Crafts architect Howard Van Doren Shaw and his wife, poet and playwright, Frances Wells Shaw. Each year it offers 150 residencies and fellowships to creative professionals of all typ…

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NorthWestern Energy bumps rates by 17% without approval from regulators 4:38

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Montana reps. back Trump plan to undo foreign aid, public media funding 1:45

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Why are there so many snakes on Montana's roads? 8:53

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New Missoula hospice center to offer ‘hope, even at the end of life’ 1:57

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A large western Montana wildfire is burning weeks earlier than normal 1:41

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Stubborn drought and hot temperatures produce a ‘challenging’ fire season forecast 2:02

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Nonprofits plant 'green infrastructure' in Missoula as storm recovery continues 1:56

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Out of the Woods — Extra 24:40

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Fewer Canadians visited northwest Montana this spring amid strained relations 1:46

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Forest Service approves new permit for Holland Lake Lodge buyers 1:15

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State grant dollars set to boost Native-owned businesses 1:19

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Health officials report two more cases of measles in Montana 0:54

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Frenchtown High School program gives students a head start on college 2:13

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Gov. Gianforte vetoes government transparency bills 2:05

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Native American lawmakers turn political capital into policy gains 5:12

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Big Sandy offers free summer meals for kids 1:40

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Officials hear concerns over Clark Fork, Blackfoot River water rights 1:36

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A Conversation with Local Youth Coaches 1:05:54

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State to fund CSKT tribal court transition under new agreement 1:37

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After landmark climate ruling, state lawmakers work to limit its scope 3:27

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A Conversation with Representative Bob Morgan 49:34

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A Conversation with Ad-Hoc Committee Chairs Kent Novak and Melanie Rummel 50:45

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A Conversation with Executive Director of the Lake Forest Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce, Joanna Rolek 46:23

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A Conversation with LFHS Principal Erin Lenart 50:48

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A Conversation with Congressional Candidate Jim Carris 42:56

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A Conversation with Congressman Brad Schneider 51:02

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A Conversation with Lake Forest College President Jill Baren 40:48

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A Conversation with Lake Forest Caucus President Joe Oriti 46:28

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A Conversation with Executive Director of Ragdale Paul Sacaridiz 43:28

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