The Big Fat Podcast

This episode was actually recorded during the first 40 minutes of the previous Episode #37 when Cole shared his trip to Churchill in the Arctic Circle photographing Polar Bears. We got sidetracked and had an interesting discussion about some of the amazing "Wild West" type characters that lived here in our part of Montana and how those wild and often violent times weren't really that long ago. Instead of leaving this sidetracked session on the "cutting room floor", I thought it might be interesting to fellow amateur historians and maybe even inspire some to "go down some rabbit holes" to learn more about the likes of "Wildcat" Bill Hamilton and "Colonel" Allen.

The title of Bill Hamiltons amazing life story is,

"My Sixty Years On The Plains: Trapping, Trading And Indian Fighting"

Wildlife Photographer Cole Waltner of “Chasing The Wild Outdoors” shares his experiences and gallery from his adventure to the Arctic Circle where he was invited to accompany other renowned photographers and members of the “Beyond The Wild Podcast” to photograph Polar Bears in their element! Discover Churchill Manitoba Canada and the Polar Bears that roam this seaside community!

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Donna West doesn't hold back as we dive deep into her thoughts on life, kids, "engineers" and the 80's, what other state is her happy place, and what she learned about herself, and her peers, when she launched her career in real estate! Currently, Donna is an Agent/Broker at Pinnacle Property Of Montana right here in downtown Columbus Montana!

Isaiah Arnold was attending film school in Bozeman when he auditioned, and was picked from hundreds of applicants, for a position as an editor on the  @AlecSteele  YouTube channel which at that time had 2 million subscribers! That opportunity led to many more exciting projects and to a partnership in his current channel  @WillStelterbladesmith  . Isaiah's family lives right here in Columbus so sit back and enjoy this conversation with one of our own!

Andy & the Real Alex Jones sat with us in studio for a special recording where we dove into deep “life path” waters and learn why Andy chose Pediatric Physical Therapy over a career as a surgeon, and how that was received by his family who have a tradition of higher education, high achievement, and high expectations. Meet our Son-in-Law, our 1st grandchild, and our daughter, the Real Alex Jones!

Jacob & Jozie Mader have owned and operated Stillwater Fencing since 2014. We learn how they came to settle here in "God's Country", why they value homeschooling, and the behind the scenes story of how "TrackMader" came to be!

Josh & Khali Severs own and operate "The Hangry Hero" food truck here in Columbus Montana! This local power couple recently purchased and moved into the location formerly known as Big Fat Headquarters! Their passion shows in their food! We were able to learn more about what drives them, and we explored all the reasons why Columbus is a terrible place to live and raise a family! (That was a joke...)

This was recorded at Big Fat Studios at the Uncle Sam's Complex in downtown Columbus Montana. Enjoy

We talk physical and mental wellness, Cold Plunge (who’s life it has changed and who is afraid of it) and how the scrappy Stillwater Athletic Co-Op evolved into a place where locals from many different backgrounds have built community, culture, and unexpected friendships. 

Milo Solomon 

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Crystal Hitchcock is a licensed Therapist and Embodiment Mentor who owns and runs a Yoga Studio here in Columbus Montana and specializes in Breathwork.

Crystal Hitchcock can be found on Instagram @crystaljoneshitchcock

Milo Solomon

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