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Spirits of Meagher County [Episode 17]

June 30, 2021 10:00 - 40 minutes - 29.6 MB

In this bonus-content episode, business owner Sarah Calhoun describes unexplained experiences in her historic property. Could it be that some of Red Ants Pants biggest supporters are more than 100 years old? Things that go bump in the night, free-floating apparitions, and ethereal entities apparently practicing social distancing.

Cowboys and Music and Ants, Oh My! [Episode 16]

June 30, 2021 09:38 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MB

On this episode, we’ll talk to social entrepreneur Sarah Calhoun, founder of the Red Ants Pants clothing brand, which creates rugged clothing for working women. But can starting a women’s workwear revolution simultaneously revitalize rural America?

History Up in Flames [Episode 15]

June 02, 2021 23:50 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MB

Fires of historic proportions are threatening the entire western half of the country. From Montana to Colorado, we'll talk with Cindy Heitzman, the Executive Director of the California Preservation Foundation about preventative measures, the necessity of documentation and community awareness.

A National Program, Montana Style: The National Register [Episode 14]

May 26, 2021 10:30 - 28 minutes - 20.6 MB

Adding historic elements to the National Register is likely more inclusive and varied than you'd imagine. On this episode, National Register Coordinator John Boughton talks us through the ins and outs of the National Register, how to get a coveted National Register of Historic Places sign in front of your house and an untouchable connection to Kevin Costner.

Setting the Record Straight on Women’s History

May 19, 2021 10:30 - 40 minutes - 30.8 MB

Author Beth Judy shares several stories about notable Montana women from her recent book and expounds on the inclusive nature of women’s history. She also makes the case for how places can profoundly shape our lives, and why experiencing those sites in-person is a critical part of understanding and appreciating the contributions of bold women in Montana history.

Setting the Record Straight on Women’s History [Episode 13]

May 19, 2021 10:30 - 40 minutes - 30.8 MB

Author Beth Judy shares several stories about notable Montana women from her recent book and expounds on the inclusive nature of women's history. She also makes the case for how places can profoundly shape our lives, and why experiencing those sites in-person is a critical part of understanding and appreciating the contributions of bold women in Montana history.

Working in the Trades [Episode 12]

May 12, 2021 10:30 - 37 minutes - 34.1 MB

Preserve Montana’s Restoration Director Mary Webb talks about the economics of restoration over replacement, how to learn about do-it-yourself restoration, and on being part of the 5 percent. Today’s episode also explores the question: how many seats should an outhouse have?

Those Darn Californians [Episode 11]

May 06, 2021 00:03 - 42 minutes - 57.9 MB

The geographic makeup of the United States is changing, but that doesn't have to be a bad thing. In fact, it's usually a good thing to have outside perspective. On today's episode, we'll hear Alvaro Freyre's perspective on why you don't have to be a lifelong Montanan with a background in preservation to effect meaningful change in your community.

Shared History: Historical Sites on Public Lands [Episode 10]

April 28, 2021 10:30 - 58 minutes - 41.7 MB

Heritage Resources Program Manager Dr. Rachel Reckin describes just a few of the culturally and historically significant state parks in Montana and we learn that an NHL might not have anything to do with ice hockey. Along the way she talks about glass eggs, kidnapping, the Missouri headwaters, trapping, trading, and the importance of a Montana perspective: “leave it like you found it.”

Butte, America? Butte, World! [Episode 9]

April 21, 2021 10:30 - 41 minutes - 57.1 MB

Ellen Crain, Director of the Butte-Silverbow Public Archives in Montana, describes the incredible diversity of people and cultures in this once booming mining town. We'll also highlight a special, ongoing project acknowledging the contributions of several ethnic groups in Butte over the past century.

Buildings Come and Go, but Newspapers Are Forever [Episode 8]

April 14, 2021 20:42 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

Heritage Preservation Officer Pam Attardo shares her research journey to uncover the rich history of Silver City’s Brannin family and their many children growing up on their ranch; along with a remarkable sojourn from New Mexico, a dude-ranch in Sweetgrass County, and a surprising connection to Billy the Kid.

Buildings Come and Go, but Newspaper Records Last [Episode 8]

April 14, 2021 20:42 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

Heritage Preservation Officer Pam Attardo shares the rich history of the Brannin family and their many children growing up on their ranch at Silver City, Montana; along with a remarkable sojourn from New Mexico, a dude-ranch in Sweetgrass County, and a surprising connection to Billy the Kid.

Talking 'bout My Generation [Episode 7]

April 07, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 53.5 MB

Children, teenagers, Gen-Z, young adults. No matter how we classify them, young voices are often sparse in preservation conversations. On this week's episode, we'll speak to the Executive Director of the Young Preservationists Association Matthew Craig to get his perspective on what works and what doesn't when it comes to including young voices.

Preservation Over Predetermination [Episode 7]

April 07, 2021 11:00 - 39 minutes - 53.5 MB

The youths. Are they participating in preservation, or aren't they? And what exactly is the age of a "young" preservationist these days? On this week's episode, we'll speak to Young Preservationists Association Executive Director Matthew Craig to get his perspective on what works and what doesn't when it comes to including marginalized voices in the field.

The Last Best Placer [Episode 6]

April 01, 2021 06:30 - 57 minutes - 47.4 MB

During this special out of studio recording session, 46° North sits down with several alumni of the Placer School. Bob & Barbara Marks (nee Myles) recall a 1930s childhood, and Gayanne Masolo talks about being the current owner of this historic schoolhouse.

Indigenous Peoples & Archeology [Episode 5]

March 24, 2021 11:00 - 53 minutes - 38.6 MB

To grow a better understanding of our First People’s, Archeologist Carl Davis sits down with the Preserve Montana team to question the notion of “pre-history” and help bridge the gap between modern advances and ancient indigenous cultures.

Indigenous Peoples and Archeology [Episode 5]

March 24, 2021 11:00 - 53 minutes - 38.6 MB

To grow a better understanding of our First People’s, Archeologist Carl Davis sits down with the Preserve Montana team to question the notion of “pre-history” and help bridge the gap between modern advances and ancient indigenous cultures.

It Happened in Montana [Episode 4]

March 19, 2021 12:58 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MB

With nearly 450 schoolhouses documented as part of our Big Sky Schoolhouse Survey, Jim Greene and Martha Vogt have been our longest serving volunteers. In this episode, they share some of their favorite stories from the road, the value or their work, and what it has taught them about Montanan’s passion for history.

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