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The Editor of the Helena Vigilante, Shane Castle, joins us this week to discuss the changes in the media, how the news is changing, his favorite stories and a bit about how he sees the news reaching the engaged. From fires to coal to just interesting things around Helena, the Vigilante is filling a void that’s been left open too long.

Also, this is the final show of 2012, and we’ll be back in 2013, sometime around January 15th or so, with new episodes and hopefully a bunch of awesome people to chat with as the 63rd Legislature kicks off here in Montana.

You’ve heard about her on several of the shows, both here and over on This Ends Well, and she agreed to come on the show and have a public conversation for a bit. I think you’ll enjoy meeting my mom, she’s one of the best people I know. We don’t always agree, and we get into it when it comes to politics, but even so, we love each other and sometimes just let that disagreement be as it is. The show diverts from some of the normal topics, but it’s a great show, and I hope you enjoy it!

When an amazing guest is willing to return to the show, it’s a blast for me and I hope for you. Today Marnee Banks returns to the show, to discuss the remainder of the campaign, what it’s like following the state-wide races from the trenches, and how many miles she’s put on her car! And that she literally risked her life to educate Montana voters about who is running for office. She’s an awesome friend, and I know you’re going to enjoy this episode of the show!

I’m very pleased to welcome back to the show Jesse Laslovich, who was last on just before the primaries. It’s been a bit of a break from politics for Jesse, who hasn’t been outside the political arena since High School, and we get to discuss what he’s been up to, how he sees the races playing out, the incredible sums of money being wasted in the races these days, and we even discuss how one particular candidate is hiding from the press like a coward. And yes, I name names. We also discuss the future and what it might mean for all of us. Enjoy!

Ever since I started this show, way back in February, I’ve been trying to get Jamee to be a guest. His tireless efforts with the Montana Human Rights Network, as well as his personal dedication to making the world a better place are both impressive and inspiring. He finally had a few minutes of his day to give to the show, and it is awesome. Please welcome Jamee, and enjoy finding out a bit more about this incredible guy.

• Montana Human Rights Network (and @MTHumanRights)
• @JameeGreer
• Jamee on Facebook

In Montana we’ve got a lot of Civil Liberties that have been squashed and stifled, and the ACLU of Montana has been at the forefront of trying to make that change. Niki Zupanic, while not working as a lawyer, even though she is a lawyer, is the public face of Montana’s ACLU and she’s been working extremely hard on some issues near and dear to most humane people. Enjoy this week’s episode, and get to know someone who’s always on the side of the rights of the individual.

This week, Sam Hunthausen, from one of the more prominent families in Helena, joins us to talk politics and why he’s running for HD 82. He’s part of a small conservative contingent in a liberal leaning family, and yes, he’s related to all of them. You can find out more about Sam by listening to the show, then checking out his website and facebook.

One of the first people I met when I moved back to Helena in 2006 was Carl Kochman, who has turned out to be one of the most interesting, intelligent and wise people I’ve ever met. His love is engineering and Harley-Davidson, and his passion about communications and getting things right has led him to be involved with many of the legislative sessions we’ve had since the 1980s. He’s a great guy, with a ton of great insight, and I know you’ll enjoy the show!

This week I’m joined by Marilyn Bennett, the producer of Truth in Progress, a very cool project that is documenting the paralells of the civil rights movement to the gay rights movement. We discuss a bit of cancer, women’s rights, and the current state of politics. Plus, you’ll find out that Marilyn is extremely tall! Facebook and follow @truthinprogress and check out the site for more.

This week we’re joined by Shahid Haque-Hausrath, an attorney specializing in immigration law, and based here in Helena. He’s an amazing guy, with a unique perspective on our current political climate. You’re going to enjoy this show!

• Shahid on twitter
• Shahid’s law firm
• Shahid’s law firm on Facebook