The Lookout Podcast

The Lookout Podcast

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Host Luke Barrett sits down with guests to discuss topics such as Wildland Firefighting, Forest Service, Montana, home brewed beer, hockey, fishing, hunting, outdoor recreation, mental health, and mindfulness.

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The Lookout Podcast

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Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

Boston Marathon Qualifying, Zac Barrett 07.07.2026

My younger brother Zac Barrett joined the show to talk about his goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon and the journey it is taking him on. Also we discussed importance of an active lifestyle, shared some running stories like family runs earning that Thanksgiving dinner such as the Huffing for Stuffing in Bozeman. Tune it to hear the full story and hopefully get inspired. Please like and subs...

The 19th Watch Out Situation, Ft. John Holovnia 30.06.2026

My Jump Partner, long time friend, former Wildland Firefighter, Lewis & Clark Hotshot, and McCall Smokejumper The Great John Holovnia joined the show to share fire and life stories along with life after fire. Tune in to hear all about it. Please like and subscribe to support the channel.

Putt & Pull Post Show with Clint Mendenhall 24.06.2026

Long time Wildland Firefighter, Hockey player, Family man, and part of the Putt & Pull team my friend Clint Mendenhall joined the show to recap the 10th annual Missoula Putt & Pull. It is a great fundraiser where all proceeds go to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation supporting firefighters across this great country. The Putt & Pull is a great time for a great cause! This event is open...

Health + Wealth = Wellness, Dani Shedden & Matthew Wideman 16.06.2026

Former Wildland Firefighters Dani and Matt joined the show to talk about physical/mental health and financial stability equals true wellness! Dani Shedden is owner of Close The Gap Wellness and can be found on Instagram and Matthew Wideman is Vice President of Accord Capital Management working in Boise Idaho, which can be found with a quick google search. Reach out to these Incredible humans for a...

The Lookout Podcast Ep.121 The Montana Plan, Stephan Weber 10.06.2026

My long time friend Stephan Weber joined the show to talk about The Montana Plan! We discussed the history of money influencing and corrupting politics from way back during the Copper Kings era. Stephan also brought stats on Data Centers and why do not need more. Tune in to watch the full episode. Like and subscribe to support the channel

Fisheries impacted by data centers, Lucas Ludwig 02.06.2026

Lucas Ludwig Conservationist, EMT, and advocate for healthy rivers and fish. Lucas joined the podcast to talk simple science about how a data center can negatively impact fisheries. In Lucas's words you don't have to live in Montana to oppose the data center in Bonner Montana, the Blackfoot and the Clark Fork are your rivers, we must stand together and speak up for this precious resource. UNLESS S...

Reject AI Data Center in Bonner Montana, Paul Barmore 27.05.2026

Paul Barmore is leading the charge in keeping our sacred waters sacred. Reject AI Data Center in Bonner Montana! There is a plan to park an AI Data Center on the Beautiful Blackfoot river in Bonner MT. This breathtaking river was the inspiration for A River Runs Through , a novella by Norman Maclean and 1992 film directed by Robert Redford and starred Brad Pitt! This isn't some hole in the wall lo...

Jk Boots Co-Owner Tim Khadzhi 19.05.2026

Tim Khadzhi stopped by the Airstream for a podcast after a full afternoon of sizing and donating JK Boots to Wildland Firefighters on the Missoula Smokejumper and Helitack crews at the Museum of Mountain Flying. We sat down to talk about the origin story of JK Boots and his vision of supporting Wildland Firefighters. #podcast #wildfire #fire #americanmade #boots #wildlandfirefighter #family

Acting State Forester, Wyatt Frampton 12.05.2026

I was honored to have Montana DNRC'S Wyatt Frampton on the show! Wyatt is acting State Forester of the Beautiful state of Montana. He came on the show to talk shop about the Montana DNRC and the great work they do, along with clearing up some inaccurate information I had put out there during one of my previous episodes. Tune in to hear all about the Montana DNRC! Please like and subscribe to suppo...

13 Crosses the story of Mann Gulch Fire Documentary Film Maker Taylor Moe 05.05.2026

Join host Luke Barrett on The Lookout Podcast as he sits down with Taylor Moe of the powerful new documentary 13 Crosses: The Story of the Mann Gulch Fire. In this episode Taylor dives deep into the making of 13 Crosses, the personal stories behind the documentary, the challenges of bringing this story to life on screen and why the lessons from Mann Gulch remain critical for todays firefighters. W...

Former Smokejumper and owner of Sustainable Wellness, Jessie Thomas 28.04.2026

I was joined by the Great, Jessie Thomas, who is helping all of us be our best self through health and wellness along with sharing her knowledge on her podcast/social media. In this episode we spoke about the female Smokejumpers reunion and the fundraiser at kettle house happening May 1st to help support the reunion along with a variety of health and wellness topics and only scratched the surface...

10th annual Putt & Pull Ft. Justin Kaber 23.04.2026

The Great Justin Kaber joined the show! Justin is Flathead Chapter WFF Co-Chair, Tally Lake AFMO, and Putt n Pull Champion! We talked about His visit to the White House and meeting President Trump along with the success of the Wildland Firefighter Foundation Flathead Banquet, Putt n Pull fundraiser, and shared how much the Wildland Firefighter Foundation means to the Wildland Firefighter community...

Legendary CJ 15.04.2026

CJ joined me in the Airstream to talk Wildland Firefighter Foundation Banquet, 10th annual Putt & Pull, and his final Fire season. The Putt & Pull is happening this Saturday April 18th. Tune in to hear more about these incredible fundraisers raising money for the Wildland Firefighter Foundation and the tremendous impact they have on Wildland Firefighters and their families. Please like and...

National Interdisciplinary Lookout Conference review Ft. Roach Family 08.04.2026

Fresh from the National Interdisciplinary Lookout Conference year 2, the Roach family joined the show to talk about the conference and Life up on the Lookout. The whole family has spent the last 6 summers living in a Lookout tower and they have made some of the best memories this beautiful planet can offer. Tune in to hear more. Please like and subscribe to support the channel.

Fire stories & Life after Fire, Lina Montopoli 01.04.2026

My friend Lina Montopoli joined the show to talk about her fire career starting with a Forest Service District crew and working her way to the Lolo Hotshots. She eventually transitioned off the shot crew working her way through college and finishing school as a Physician Assistance, PA for short. We talked old fire stories, strong work ethic, and how fire can help prepare you for challenges in lif...

The 10th annual Missoula Putt & Pull with Clint Mendenhall 23.03.2026

Long time Wildland Firefighter, Hockey player, Family man, and part of the Putt & Pull team my friend Clint Mendenhall joined the show to help promote the 10th annual Missoula Putt & Pull. It is a great fundraiser where all proceeds go to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation supporting firefighters across this great country. The Putt & Pull is a great time for a great cause! This event...

Outdoor Enthusiast & White Bark Pine fan, Angela Loewe 11.03.2026

Angela Loewe joined the podcast to discuss Trolls, Yoopers, Yooperlites, Big Foot, the Great Outdoors and more. Please like and subscribe to support the project.

Mule packing, nutrition, & adventure. Heidi Brackebusch 26.02.2026

Back country mule packer and registered dietitian Heidi Brackebusch joined the show to talk back country adventures, wildfire, nutrition, and food tips to fuel your adventure. Giver her a follow @thedeckerdietitian to check out her adventures. Thanks for checking out this episode please like and subscribe to help support the channel.

Special Olympics 5 Valley Chapter. Athlete Hillary with Joan & Lindsey 17.02.2026

I was joined by Special Olympics Athlete Hillary, Coach Joan, and Coordinator Lindsey. Hillary has been competing in Special Olympics for 40 years! She has had a great career with many adventures and she is still competing. Joan and Lindsey have been helping with special Olympics and joined the podcast to help promote all the great sporting events and fundraisers Special Olympics Montana does to h...

Fire on Ice! Rogue Swenson 06.02.2026

I am joined by Rogue to talk about the great charity hockey game between the Forest Service Wildland Firefighters and the City of Missoula/Rural Firefighters. Tune in to hear more about this great event and come out on Saturday Feb. 7th to cheer on your local firefighters and help raise money for charity.

Congressional Candidate Sam Forstag 27.01.2026

Sam Forstag joined the podcast to talk about why he left Smokejumping to run for Congress. In this episode we explore topics such as the great outdoors, public service, Wildland Firefighting, and politics which normally I avoid. We had a great conversation tune in to hear the full story. please like and subscribe to support the channel. https://samformontana.com

The 107th Foresters' Ball ft. Alden & Miranda 21.01.2026

I am joined by Foresters' Ball Chief Push Alden & Publicity Officer Miranda to spread the word about the 107th Foresters' Ball! This is the Best Ball you will ever attend! This years theme is Timber Fallin & Trucks A Haulin. Tune in to hear more about this Great event. Please Like and subscribe to support the channel and to hear more great stories like this.

Former Smokejumper & NSA Board member, Patrick McGunagle 08.01.2026

The Great Patrick McGunagle joined the podcast to discuss his fire career and the path it led him on as well as becoming a National Smokejumper Association board member. We had a great conversation talking shop about fire and our experiences. Tune in to hear the full story. Please like and subscribe to support the project.

Christmas Special, Barrett family 26.12.2025

I am joined by my dad Keith Barrett, and brothers Kaleb and Zac. My dad shared a story of the time he saved a group of young duck hunters after there boat capsized. We also talked about hunter safety and more. Tune in to hear the full story and please like and subscribe to support the channel.

2nd most interesting man in Chicago, Colton Mora 18.12.2025

I was joined by Colton Mora voted the 2nd most Interesting man in Chicago, Motorcycle accident survivor, and avid Outdoorsman. Tune in to hear the whole story. Please like and subscribe to support the channel

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