Best Columbia Falls Podcasts (2024)

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Ep: 86 - "Vampire Fish and Grizzly Attack in Columbia Falls Montana 37:20

1h ago37:20

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Tune in to The Hunting Standard Podcast for a wild ride as we kick off with a discussion about the strange and fascinating vampire fish, delving into its unique appearance and behaviors. Then, we tackle the recent grizzly attack in Columbia Falls, sharing crucial details and safety tips for those venturing into bear country. From the curious to the…

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Fire Update - July 24th 2:07

3h ago2:07

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Multiple fires are blazing across Western Montana: a 200-acre fire on the Flathead Reservation, a small island fire on Lower Stillwater Lake, and a human-caused fire on Lion Mountain in Whitefish. Near Missoula, the Butler Creek Fire has reached 300 acres, while the Miller Peak Fire is 25% contained at 2,581 acres. Smoke from neighboring states and…

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Mark Baker, "Pivot of China: Spatial Politics and Inequality in Modern Zhengzhou" (Harvard UP, 2024) 52:18

3h ago52:18

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China’s modern history has been marked by deep spatial inequalities between regions, between cities, and between rural and urban areas. Contemporary observers and historians alike have attributed these inequalities to distinct stages of China's political economy: the dualistic economy of semicolonialism, rural-urban divisions in the socialist perio…

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Range Riders Recap: Battling Through a Rough Start to the Second Half 6:55

6h ago6:55

6:55

This week on the Range Riders recap, we dive into a challenging start to the second half of the season. The Range Riders faced off against the Missoula PaddleHeads, battling through tough losses and a thrilling game that highlighted Christian Kirtley's clutch three-run homer. Despite a rough series, a standout performance by Chad Castillo brought a…

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Local Events - Unleash Your Summer Spirit with Workshops, Music, and More in Northwest Montana 7:27

4h ago7:27

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Join us this week as we dive into vibrant summer events in Northwest Montana! Explore FVCC's Maker Space workshops, enjoy live music, classic films, and more. Celebrate local professionals at the 20 Under 40 Winners' Ceremony, and catch performances by Judy Collins and Los Lobos. Get ready for a summer of creativity, community, and fun! Links to ev…

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Lisandro Perez, “Sugar, Cigars and Revolution: The Making of Cuban New York” (NYU Press, 2018) 38:34

2h ago38:34

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A new book reveals an incredible slice of Cuban-American history that’s been all but forgotten until now. Lisandro Perez‘s Sugar, Cigars and Revolution: The Making of Cuban New York (NYU Press, 2018) tells the story of a vibrant Cuban émigré community in 19th-century New York that ranged from wealthy sugar plantation owners investing their fortunes…

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620 - Alesmith Coffee & Beer 42:56

30m ago42:56

42:56

We're all back! And just in time to sample four of the beers in Alesmith's huge Coffee & Beer collaboration project! Pairs well with gummies, shawties, and Grant's intense dislike. Coffee & Beer Kolsch Coffee & Beer Schwarzbier Coffee & Beer IPA Coffee & Beer Stout Theme Music by Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas End Credits Music: Phantom Pulse by Pai…

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Poster Player of the Week - Glacier Twins Michael Miller 1:57

40m ago1:57

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Michael Miller of the Glacier Twins Baseball team is our Poster Player of the Week! In the game against the West Plains Cannons, Michael went 1-for-3 with an RBI and a run scored, playing a crucial role in leading the Twins to a 5-1 victory. This outstanding performance was part of a fantastic week for the Twins, who went 5-2 in their seven games p…

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Trooper Termination Scandal, Trout Conservation, & Ocean Research SUBSEA Project at Flathead Lake 8:26

3h ago8:26

8:26

Amidst controversy over alleged unfair labor practices at the Montana Department of Justice, where Trooper Alicia Bragg's termination sparked outcry for workplace transparency and accountability. Concurrently, Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks spearheads efforts to revive the native redband trout population, crucial for preserving ecological balance…

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Frances Tanzer, "Vanishing Vienna: Modernism, Philosemitism, and Jews in a Postwar City" (U Pennsylvania Press, 2024) 1:07:58

21m ago1:07:58

1:07:58

In Vanishing Vienna: Modernism, Philosemitism, and Jews in a Postwar City (U Pennsylvania Press, 2024) historian Frances Tanzer traces the reconstruction of Viennese culture from the 1938 German annexation through the early 1960s. The book reveals continuity in Vienna's cultural history across this period and a framework for interpreting Viennese c…

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Fire Update - July 18th 1:52

2d ago1:52

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Wondering where this smoke is coming from? Fires have been reported in northwest Kalispell, south of Missoula, and near Helena. We will keep you updated on developments. Read more about the heat dome in the area - https://dailyinterlake.com/news/2024/jul/18/heat-dome-intensifies-this-weekend-elevating-fire-danger/ A big thank you to our headline sp…

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Oregon wildfire update and the future of Opal Creek 32:42

1h ago32:42

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In this episode, host Zach Urness gives an update on the fast-developing wildfire season in Oregon and then posts and interview that dives into how beloved places such as the Opal Creek area reopen post wildfire.First, Urness breaks down some of the fires burning across the state after a major lightning storm ignited a number of new blazes near Oak…

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Kevin Loughran, "Parks for Profit: Selling Nature in the City" (Columbia UP, 2022) 1:03:56

3h ago1:03:56

1:03:56

A new kind of city park has emerged in the early twenty-first century. Postindustrial parks transform the derelict remnants of an urban past into distinctive public spaces that meld repurposed infrastructure, wild-looking green space, and landscape architecture. For their proponents, they present an opportunity to turn disused areas into neighborho…

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Mark R. Beissinger, "The Revolutionary City: Urbanization and the Global Transformation of Rebellion" (Princeton UP, 2022) 54:00

6m ago54:00

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Examining the changing character of revolution around the world, The Revolutionary City: Urbanization and the Global Transformation of Rebellion (Princeton UP, 2022) focuses on the impact that the concentration of people, power, and wealth in cities exercises on revolutionary processes and outcomes. Once predominantly an urban and armed affair, rev…

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Range Riders Ride into History: Playoff Clinch and Record-Breaking Performances 6:55

3h ago6:55

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This week, we dive into the Range Riders' electrifying journey as they clinch their first-ever playoff spot in dramatic fashion through a six-game series against the Boise Hawks. Join us as we dissect key moments, including Christian Kirtley's record-breaking performance and a clutch win highlighted by Gabe Howell's standout play. Get ready for ins…

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James Mallery, "City of Vice: Transience and San Francisco's Urban History, 1848-1917" (U Nebraska Press, 2024) 1:05:11

1h ago1:05:11

1:05:11

San Francisco began its American life as a city largely made up of transient men, arriving from afar to participate in the gold rush and various attendant enterprises. This large population of men on the move made the new and booming city a hub of what "respectable" easterners considered vice: drinking, gambling, and sex work, among other activitie…

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Ep: 85 Alaskan Adventure: Garrett’s Epic Voyage from Sitka to Juneau 51:58

11m ago51:58

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Join us on The Hunting Standard Podcast for Garrett's titillating tale of sailing from Sitka to Juneau, Alaska, in a small vessel. Experience the thrill as he navigates treacherous waters, encounters abundant fish, and observes majestic bears along the rugged coastline. Listen to his vivid storytelling, filled with unexpected challenges and breatht…

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Local Events - Summer Fun in Northwest Montana: Markets, Music, and More 5:29

4d ago5:29

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Summer vibes are in full swing in Northwest Montana! Join us for a spectacular lineup of events: from Columbia Falls Farmers Market with yoga and local goodies, to Bigfork's concert series featuring Roots Uprising and G.O.A.T. Ice Cream. Don't miss unique experiences like Goat Story Time and A Silent Book Club by Flathead Lake! Check out our online…

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619 - Odd Muse 45:56

9d ago45:56

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Mark and Rubio crack into a four beer assortment from Farmer’s Branch, TX's Odd Muse Brewing Company. Pairs well with floorball, street hockey, Mighty Bosstones, and pure embarrassment. La Lucha Cosmic Dream Shoot The Moon Rose Colored Glasses Theme Music by Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas End Credits Music: can't take this pill by dasloe feat. Ooyy …

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Poster Player of the Week - Kalispell AA Lakers' Byrce Buckmaster 1:59

2h ago1:59

1:59

Congratulations to Bryce Buckmaster of the Kalispell AA Lakers for being named this week’s Daily Inter Lake sports poster player of the week, presented by Hagadone Media Group Montana! In game one of Saturday’s doubleheader against Medicine Hat, Bryce went 3-for-3 with 4 RBIs and one run scored, batting out of the 9 hole. His outstanding performanc…

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Mark Peterson, "The City-State of Boston: The Rise and Fall of an Atlantic Power" (Princeton UP, 2019) 2:23:07

27m ago2:23:07

2:23:07

In the vaunted annals of America’s founding, Boston has long been held up as an exemplary “city upon a hill” and the “cradle of liberty” for an independent United States. Wresting this iconic urban center from these misleading, tired clichés, The City-State of Boston: The Rise and Fall of an Atlantic Power (Princeton University Press, 2019), highli…

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Wildfire contained in Sanders County, bear euthanized in Hungry Horse Reservoir and survey shows a drop in homeless population 6:10

6d ago6:10

6:10

This week's headlines from Northwest Montana included firefighting efforts on several small blazes, notably the Fishtrap Fire, swiftly contained by a team of smokejumpers and local crews. In wildlife news, a black bear was euthanized after multiple incidents at a local campground. Additionally, a recent survey showed a decrease in the region's home…

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Theresa McCulla, "Insatiable City: Food and Race in New Orleans" (U Chicago Press, 2024) 1:13:02

6d ago1:13:02

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A history of food in the Crescent City that explores race, power, social status, and labor. In Insatiable City: Food and Race in New Orleans (U Chicago Press, 2024), Theresa McCulla probes the overt and covert ways that the production of food and the discourse about it both created and reinforced many strains of inequality in New Orleans, a city si…

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Ep: 84 Montana Walleye Adventures: Tips and Tales from the Water 28:22

5d ago28:22

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Dive into the exciting world of walleye fishing in Montana on this episode of The Hunting Standard Podcast. Join us as we share expert tips, techniques, and favorite fishing spots for targeting these prized fish. Learn about the best baits, tackle, and strategies to increase your chances of landing a big walleye. We also recount thrilling stories f…

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Range Riders Recap: Playoffs in Sight as Howell Shines and Challenges Loom 8:42

3d ago8:42

8:42

From the Glacier Range Rider's recent road struggles against Great Falls to standout performances by Gabe Howell - who's making a big impact since Mason Dinesen's departure - there's plenty to cover. With the playoffs in sight and key matchups ahead against the Boise Hawks, aiming to climb the standings, the Range Riders are focused on maintaining …

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William Gow, "Performing Chinatown: Hollywood, Tourism, and the Making of a Chinese American Community" (Stanford UP, 2024) 1:05:40

3d ago1:05:40

1:05:40

This episode features a conversation with Dr. William Gow on his recently published book, Performing Chinatown: Hollywood, Tourism, and the Making of a Chinese American Community (Stanford University Press, 2024), focuses on the 1930s and 1940s Los Angeles–its Chinatowns, and “city,” as well as the Chinese American community’s relationship with Hol…

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Monika Krause, "Model Cases: On Canonical Research Objects and Sites" (U Chicago Press, 2021) 34:07

3d ago34:07

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In Model Cases: On Canonical Research Objects and Sites (University of Chicago Press, 2021), Dr. Monika Krause asks about the concrete material research objects behind shared conversations about classes of objects, periods, and regions in the social sciences and humanities. It is well known that biologists focus on particular organisms, such as mic…

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Summer skiing on Mount Hood, even during an extreme heatwave 27:30

4d ago27:30

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In this episode, host Zach Urness talks with outdoor intern Emma Logan about summer skiing at Timberline Lodge and Ski Area on Mount Hood. Timberline offers the only place to ski in the middle of the summer in North America. From the top of the Palmer snowfield, skiers stand at over 8,000 feet and are immediately transported back into a winter stat…

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Angela Garcia, "The Way That Leads Among the Lost: Life, Death, and Hope in Mexico City's Anexos" (FSG, 2024) 50:55

4d ago50:55

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Based on over a decade of research, a powerful, moving work of narrative nonfiction that illuminates the little-known world of the anexos of Mexico City, the informal addiction treatment centers where mothers send their children to escape the violence of the drug war. The Way That Leads Among the Lost: Life, Death, and Hope in Mexico City's Anexos …

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618 - Missing Falls Brewery 41:33

14d ago41:33

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Rubio and Grant. Two dudes. Four beers. Akron, Ohio. Missing Falls Brewery. Loose gang affiliations. Corncob pipes. Cartoon physics. Ghost of Rho Kolsch Sol Naciente Maxican Lager Regulator Red IPA Mango Rehab American IPA Theme Music by Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas End Credits Music: Don’t Care Anymore by Roof Additional music licensed through Ep…

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Local Events: Under the Big Sky comes to Whitefish, plus a week full music and arts festivals 6:16

12d ago6:16

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This week in Northwest Montana is set to be packed with excitement: Whitefish hosts the Under the Big Sky Festival, Kalispell features the Hockaday Arts in the Park event, and Bigfork's Riverbend Concert Series continues. These events offer a mix of music, art, and family-friendly activities for all to enjoy. Daily Inter Lake's full event calendar …

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Jake Johnson, "The Possibility Machine: Music and Myth in Las Vegas" (U Illinois Press, 2023) 57:38

6d ago57:38

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Las Vegas is a place the American dream made; a city built in the middle of desert visited by millions of people every year hoping to make their dreams (big or small) come true. The essays in The Possibility Machine: Music and Myth in Las Vegas (University of Illinois Press, 2023) examines Las Vegas not as a kitschy, vaguely embarrassing American t…

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Fugitive's River Escape, Forest Plan Blocked, and Kayaker Tragedy 7:08

13d ago7:08

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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she reviews some of the week’s biggest news. This week she covers a fugitive wanted in North Carolina, Steven Jeffrey O'Shields, who drowned in the Flathead River while evading capture. A federal judge blocked Flathead National Forest's forest plan over road concerns impacting endangered species. Tragi…

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Timothy Barnard, "Singaporean Creatures: Histories of Humans and Other Animals in the Garden City" (NUS Press, 2024) 31:44

7d ago31:44

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In Singaporean Creatures: Histories of Humans and Other Animals in the Garden City (NUS Press, 2024), historian Tim Barnard and his colleagues offer an edited volume of historical and ecological analysis, in which various institutions, perspectives and events involving animals provide insight into the development of Singapore as a modern, urban nat…

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Breaking Fire Update - July 7th, 2024 1:07

13d ago1:07

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A small wildfire cropped up in a forested area of rural Sanders County. The four-acre Fish Trap fire in the Lolo National Forest north of Thompson Falls was quickly contained Friday after showing moderate fire behavior. Visit DailyInterLake.com to stay up-to-date with the latest breaking news from the Flathead Valley and beyond. Support local journ…

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Outdoor photography, long-distance hikes and the Columbia Gorge's Chinook Trail 58:15

8d ago58:15

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Host Zach Urness talks with long-distance hiker, photographer and gear-maker James Parsons about a variety of topics, including the little-known Chinook Trail in the Columbia River Gorge. Parsons, probably best known for his photography through his Extreme Oregon Instagram page, talks about the strange place outdoor photography finds itself in 2024…

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Range Riders Recap: Kirtley's Heroics, Dinesen's Departure, and Voyagers Showdown 8:51

15d ago8:51

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Host Josh Amick recaps the Glacier Range Riders' challenging series against the Missoula PaddleHeads, highlighting Christian Kirtley's record-breaking performance with six home runs. Despite initial losses, the Range Riders managed a comeback with key home runs from Gabe Howell and Ty Penner, showcasing resilience after losing their longest-tenured…

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Miranda Sachs, "An Age to Work: Working-Class Childhood in Third Republic Paris" (Oxford UP, 2023) 27:56

13d ago27:56

27:56

Childhood as lived during the French Third Republic was very different from childhood during the modern era. Working-class children laboured alongside adults in the home, on the streets, and in places of work. French authorities sought to change this and redefine childhood by means of government organizations, separate legal structures, and schools…

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Why God Tells Us to Take a Day Off 35:11

12d ago35:11

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Doesn’t it feel like there’s no margin in life? You feel stressed, hurried or even anxious? God knows this, and created Sabbath for us, a space to rest, and in turn feel more productive. Let's talk about it.By Jason Mitchell

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Ep: 83 Pike Pursuits: Fly Fishing for Big Northern Giants 25:56

12d ago25:56

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Dive into the thrilling world of fly fishing for big pike on this episode of The Hunting Standard Podcast. Join us as we share expert tips, techniques, and gear recommendations for targeting these formidable predators. From choosing the right flies to mastering casting strategies, we cover everything you need to know for a successful pike fishing a…

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Local Events - Whitefish Arts Festival, 4th of July fireworks, brews, and tunes 6:43

18d ago6:43

6:43

Summer is sizzling in Northwest Montana with 4th of July celebrations galore! There's no shortage of fun, from art festivals and lively markets to tribute concerts and fireworks extravaganzas. Don’t miss out on parades, music, local brews, and picturesque lakeside pyrotechnics—all set against Montana's stunning backdrop. It’s a summer spectacle you…

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Meaghan Stiman, "Privileging Place: How Second Homeowners Transform Communities and Themselves" (Princeton UP, 2024) 30:05

14d ago30:05

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In recent decades, Americans have purchased second homes at unprecedented rates. In Privileging Place: How Second Homeowners Transform Communities and Themselves (Princeton UP, 2024), Meaghan Stiman examines the experiences of predominantly upper-middle-class suburbanites who bought second homes in the city or the country. Drawing on interviews wit…

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617 - Deep Draft Brewing 59:16

13d ago59:16

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Gang. Y'all just need to listen to this. Seriously. Pairs well with confusion, elation, a surprise 5th beer, and more 'yeses' than ever. Keelhaul Scallywag Huzzah How Lucky Am I? Theme Music by Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas End Credits Music: Kaba Dayi by Janset, Thip Trong Additional music licensed through Epidemic Sound The Beerists are John Rubi…

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Race, Social Reproduction, and Capitalist Totality 1:28:51

16d ago1:28:51

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We live in a historical conjuncture characterized by the rise of a range of social movements that aim to challenge different forms of domination: capitalism, patriarchy, racism, settler colonialism, just to name a few. However, critical scholars remain divided about how to think about the relations between these different struggles. The political s…

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Whitefish Physician Charged in Medicare Fraud Case, Flathead County Nets $3.7M, Glacier Park IDs Drowned Woman 5:51

20d ago5:51

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Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman goes over some of the week’s biggest headlines. Whitefish physician charged in multi-million dollar Medicare billing fraud case, Flathead County nets $3.7 million in federal distribution, and Glacier Park officials ID woman who drowned near St. Mary Falls. Read more of these stories here: Whitefish physician c…

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Oregon wildfire forecast and preview for summer 2024 26:19

15d ago26:19

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In this episode, host Zach Urness talks about the wildfire forecast for the summer of 2024 and the fires burning right now. Urness lays out what type of wildfire season is expected using interviews with fire weather meteorologists, who explain how drought, fuel moisture and El Nino to La Nina weather patterns could impact wildfires across the state…

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Frederick Klaits et al., "Pentecostal Insight in a Segregated US City: Designs for Vitality" (Bloomsbury, 2022) 59:04

19d ago59:04

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In Pentecostal Insight in a Segregated US City: Designs for Vitality (Bloomsbury, 2022), Frederick Klaits compares how members of one majority white and two African American churches in Buffalo, New York receive knowledge from God about their own and others' life circumstances. In the Pentecostal Christian faith, believers say that they acquire div…

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Range Riders Weekly Recap - From Rain Delays to Record Wins, Momentum Builds for Showdown with PaddleHeads 10:10

27d ago10:10

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In this episode of the Keeping Score podcast, Josh Amick recaps the Range Riders' eventful week against the Great Falls Voyagers. Despite a tough start with a narrow 4-3 loss in the first game, highlighted by Tyler Clayton's promising debut disrupted by a rain delay, the Range Riders bounced back. They secured five consecutive wins, fueled by clutc…

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Ep: 82 Camping Essentials: Top Gear for the Ultimate Outdoor Experience 28:52

19d ago28:52

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Join us on The Hunting Standard Podcast as we explore the world of camping and discuss the best gear to elevate your outdoor adventures. From tents and sleeping bags to cooking equipment and safety tools, we break down the must-have items for a comfortable and memorable camping trip. Hear our personal recommendations and stories from the wild, high…

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616 - Bells Hearted IPA Variety Pack 43:53

19d ago43:53

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Rubio grabbed a Bells Hearted IPA Variety Pack from the grocery store, and we're gonna try them! Pairs well with COVID, boys night, and random percentages. Two Hearted IPA Cold Hearted IPA Change Of Heart Experimental Black IPA Hazy Hearted IPA Theme Music by Adrian Quesada of Black Pumas End Credits Music: Mothra by STRLGHT Additional music licens…

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