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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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