In this episode, we sit down with local elections official, Angie Paulsen, to talk through what the SAVE Act really does, how elections actually work at the county level, and what voters should know moving forward.

In this episode, Kristen Nuemann shares her family’s powerful story of escaping life under communism including what they experienced from the pressures of everyday life to the life-changing decision to leave it all behind. Kristen’s story is a reminder of what’s at stake.🎙️ Listen in and hear what life under communism was really like and what it took to escape it.

Wait until you hear what Senator Usher had to say about Montana.

From MAHA and Montana-raised agriculture to judicial reform and the role of our courts, this conversation goes deeper than you’d expect. Senator Usher shares his perspective on where Montana is headed, what’s shaping that direction, and how his faith, family, and commitment to freedom guide his work.

Trevor Funseth, candidate for House District 21 out of Great Falls, joins us for a thoughtful conversation on some of the biggest issues facing Montana today.As a young attorney and strong advocate for free markets and limited government, Trevor brings a clear perspective on where things are falling short and what needs to change. We cover everything from judicial reform and the role of the courts, to education, school funding, and the growing influence of technology in the classroom.If you care about the future of education, the balance of power in government, this is a conversation worth listening to.

Trevor Walter, a fourth-generation Montanan and business owner from Sheridan, joins the Family Matters Podcast to share what it was like growing up in one of Montana’s oldest family-owned stores—where they sold everything, including dynamite well into his childhood.Drawing from his experience running a family business and growing up in rural Montana, Trevor talks about what he’s seeing on the ground, including the challenges facing small businesses to the growing disconnect many feel from decisions being made in Helena.

In January 2026, Montana state auditor, James Brown, along with federal agencies uncovered a massive, multi-million dollar fraud scheme targeting Native American populations in Montana, with fraudulent claims estimated to reach $50 million to $54.7 million. The scheme involved fraudulent Affordable Care Act (ACA) insurance claims, coerced transport of individuals across state lines for non-existent treatment, and instances of human trafficking.

Zack Wirth lifelong Montana and the owner of the Rocking Z Guest Ranch near Wolf Creek. He stepped into politics after seeing decisions being made that he believed threatened not just his livelihood, but the future of rural Montana families and communities.

In this episode, we sit down with Zack to talk about what pushed him to run, what he’s seen inside the legislature, and in what ways he sees Montana families under threat.

Most 18-year-olds are just starting to think about their future.Katie Fruit is already stepping up to shape Montana’s.Katie shares thoughtful insight on education and judicial reform, along with the heartbreaking story that deepened her faith in God.

Are Montana's elections secure?

Join us for a conversation with election administrator and former Montana deputy secretary of state, Angie Paulsen.

Derek and Patrick discuss topics including: - An update on MFF's challenge to Montana's abortion amendment.- Whether or not AI is really that advanced. - The future of the Montana Family Foundation and what we are woking on next. - Some of the best advice they have ever received.