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Merri Ann & Jason are the owners of Biscuit Bandits, a Southern-style biscuit trailer serving homemade biscuits across Southwest Montana. They share the story of leaving Georgia, moving to Montana, building a food trailer from the ground up, and creating a one-of-a-kind menu inspired by family recipes and Southern hospitality. The conversation covers entrepreneurship, food trucks, Montana comm...

Jessica Davison is the founder of Firebreak Management and a former U.S. Forest Service wildland firefighter. Jessica shares what homeowners can do to better protect their homes from wildfire, why proactive forest management matters, and how her years on the fireline inspired her mission to help communities become more resilient before the next fire starts. The conversation also explores life as a...

Ashley Powers is the founder of House of Mentra and the Montana Design Network. Ashley shares her journey from growing up in Alaska to building an interior design business in Montana and creating a collaborative community for designers, photographers, artists, and other creatives. The conversation explores entrepreneurship, interior design, creativity, community, Montana Festival, inspiration, and...

Avery Patrick is the co-owner, vice president, and marketing director of Showdown Montana, the oldest continually operating ski area in Montana. In this episode, Avery shares the story of growing up around Showdown, helping lead the family purchase of the ski area, and preserving the authentic ski culture that continues to attract families, locals, and visitors from across the country. The convers...

Beth Brennan joins Mountain Mule Media to discuss Feral Feast, a new Montana event celebrating wild food, hunting, foraging, conservation, and community. 08/22/26 at North Bridger Bison in Wilsaw MTThe conversation explores ethical harvesting, where our food comes from, the value of in-person experiences, and why more people are seeking a deeper connection to nature and the food they eat. Learn mo...

Lorca Smetana is an educator, resilience practitioner, farmer, speaker, and creator of resilience-building tools and games. Lorca joins Tim for a conversation about resilience, community, self-knowledge, grief, leadership, joy, and the metaphor that has shaped much of her life's work: the lake. Together they explore what fills us, what drains us, how we recover from life's hardest moments,...

Andy Lear is a somatic mental health therapist, founder of Source Counseling Collective, and creator of Andy G. Lear Consulting. In this episode of Mountain Mule Media, Andy shares his journey from working as a tree climber and line-clearance arborist to becoming a somatic therapist focused on helping people reconnect with their bodies, emotions, and deeper inner lives. Throughout the conversation...

Riley and Tim explain how SWMBIA works to support builders, contractors, tradespeople, and businesses connected to the housing industry through education, networking, and advocacy. They discuss current housing trends in Gallatin Valley, why costs remain high, how regulations impact development, and the role local organizations play in helping shape housing policy. They also share how SWMBIA suppor...

Tim sits down with Amy McGann, founder of Unbridled Form. Amy helps business owners uncover the deeper identity behind their work and bridge the gap between who they know themselves to be and how they're perceived by the world. Learn more about Amy and Unbridled Form:https://unbridledform.comInstagram:@unbridledformMountain Mule Media connects Montana businesses and the people behind them through...

Vince Blanton is the owner of Blanton Contracting, a Montana-based commercial, multifamily, and custom home builder serving the Gallatin Valley. In this episode, Vince shares the journey from starting with a single employee to building a growing construction company, the lessons learned through rapid growth, and the mindset shift required to move from founder to CEO.Learn more about Blanton Contra...

After years as head chef at Blackbird Kitchen, Kenan launched Buen Provecho to pursue his own vision, combining traditional Mexican cooking techniques, handmade tortillas, and thoughtfully sourced ingredients into a food truck built around craftsmanship and hospitality. Learn more about Buen Provecho:Website: https://provechobzn.com Instagram:https: //www.instagram.com/provecho_bzn/ Mountain-mule....

Tim sits down with Andrew Stone, owner of Vali Air Service in Livingston, Montana. Andrew shares his journey from military aviation to launching his own flight school, what it takes to earn a pilot's license, and why Livingston's challenging wind conditions help create better pilots. Whether you've always dreamed of becoming a pilot or simply love aviation, this episode offers a fascin...

Tim sits down with Owen Lang, owner of Black Pot Distillery in Bozeman, Montana. Owen shares the full process behind building a whiskey distillery from the ground up, including federal approvals, Montana liquor laws, barrel aging, single barrel whiskey production, and the science behind distilling. Owen also discusses building Hydro Iron Works, working in the trades for over 35 years, and why skil...

Tim sits down with Callie Kazakoff, founder of Big Sky Tutoring in Bozeman, Montana. Callie shares how she started Big Sky Tutoring at 17 years old before even moving to Montana State University, how the company has grown into a team of 14 tutors, and why mentorship and relationship-building matter just as much as academics. Big Sky Tutoring:https://bigskytutoring.infoFollow Big Sky Tutoring:Insta...

Jessica Dehn is the founder of Dino Drop-In, ABC Dino Academy, and Explore Montessori Academy in Bozeman, Montana. In this episode, we talk about Montessori education, parenting, childhood development, emotional regulation, entrepreneurship, and raising capable, independent kids in the modern world. Jessica shares the story behind Dino Drop-In, why Montessori philosophy resonated so strongly with...

Tim sits down with filmmaker Nnamdi Kanaga of Nnamdi Kanaga Studios to talk about his journey from Nigeria to Montana, adapting to life far from home, and how storytelling through film can connect people across cultures. They discuss grief, healing, identity, and the universal themes that allow people from completely different backgrounds to emotionally connect through storytelling. Nnamdi also sh...

Tim sits down with Dr. Jen Stevane to talk about a different approach to surgery, one that focuses on preparing the body before the operation and supporting recovery afterward. They discuss the gap in modern healthcare, why patients often go into surgery unprepared, and how factors like sleep, stress, and nutrition can significantly impact outcomes. This conversation explores how combining traditi...

Tim sits down with Jordan from Bank of Bozeman to talk about the role of local banking in a fast-growing community. They discuss how community banks differ from large institutions, why relationships still matter, and how local banks help support businesses and individuals across Bozeman. As the city continues to grow, having the right financial partner can make a major difference, and this convers...

Tim sits down with Padden Guy Murphy to talk about Montana Festival, a growing event in Bozeman that brings together entrepreneurs, artists, and community leaders from across the state. They dive into the purpose behind the festival, how Montana is changing, and why connection and collaboration are more important than ever. From growth and affordability to culture and opportunity, this conversatio...

What if your symptoms aren’t the real problem? In this episode, Tim sits down with Dr. Kirsten Mackey, a traditional osteopathic physician, to talk about why modern medicine often misses the bigger picture, and how a more holistic approach can help people actually heal. They dive into chronic illness, the power of touch, and why reconnecting with your body might be the first step toward real chang...

Most businesses spend way too much time on repetitive tasks, updating systems, answering the same questions, and trying to keep everything organized. In this episode, Tim sits down with Matt Wood of Checkmark Automations to talk about how to build better systems, where AI actually helps, and how to automate your business without losing the human touch. Checkmark Automations: https://www.checkmarka...

Private aviation isn’t just about luxury, it’s about efficiency, access, and relationships. In this episode, Tim sits down with Pat Sinnott of Peak Aviation to break down how private jet travel really works, from empty leg flights to charter pricing and the different ways people access private aircraft. They also talk about building a business in aviation, the challenges behind the scenes, and why...

Jason Uhlmann joins the Mountain Mule Podcast to break down how Montana’s liquor system actually works and how he built Montana Boozeman to bring unique, high-end spirits into the state. This episode covers:Montana’s three-tier liquor systemWhy every brand needs a local repHow products actually get into bars and storesWhat makes certain brands sell and others failBuilding a low-overhead businessBa...

Chris Geddes joins the Mountain Mule Podcast to talk about leaving a traditional career path and building multiple businesses through creative real estate and entrepreneurship. Chris shares how he structures deals without banks, how he got started, and what it actually takes to turn ideas into action. This episode covers:Creative real estate strategiesSeller financing and alternative dealsScaling...

In this episode, Tim sits down with Peter Christian from Rainbow Ranch to talk about the history of the property, what it offers today, and how it continues to deliver a true Montana experience. From its early days as the Halfway Inn to becoming a destination for lodging, dining, weddings, and retreats, Rainbow Ranch blends history with modern hospitality just outside of Big Sky and Yellowstone. L...