Influence This | Episode 20: Montana Bandits
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The Montana Bandits, a ski movie production company based in Bozeman, believe the ski industry is taking itself far too seriously. Their films serve as a reminder that the essence of skiing is simple: it's all about having fun. This episode highlights some of the Bandits' best and worst moments as they gear up for another epic ski season in Montana. We discuss their upcoming film, the film festival TREW to You, and share some hilarious stories from their dorm days at Montana State University. Plus, we explore whether they’re ready to snag $15,000 for their latest short film. Thanks to Jack,...
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Influence This | Episode 19: Josh Seckinger
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Josh Seckinger is running for the Montana House of Representatives, District 62, for the second time. Fifteen years ago, he made the leap to Montana, leaving behind his Florida roots and Wisconsin upbringing. At 23, he settled in the Gallatin Valley and has since taken on a variety of roles, from seismic mapping and food delivery to working for an environmental lawyer. For the past five years, he’s been a fly-fishing guide, navigating some of Montana’s most treasured waters, including the Gallatin, Smith, Madison, and Yellowstone rivers. Frequent travels and a passion for the outdoors...
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Influence This | Episode 18: Jack Price
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Jack Price is a 24-year-old freelance filmmaker, producer and editor from Bozeman, Montana. Jack has been intertwining his love for skiing and filmmaking since his early years of competing in slopestyle events and traveling the world in search of snow. Currently, he serves as the creator and director of Entourage, a Bozeman-based ski crew, and has recently expanded his work to include projects with major industry brands. Jack is known for bringing a unique style to his filmmaking, characterized by an experimental, well-paced, surreal, and deeply authentic approach. He is always eager to...
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Influence This | Episode 17: Jeff Johnson
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Jeff Johnson is a renowned filmer, photographer, and writer known for his captivating storytelling and adventurous spirit. Jeff has captured the essence of exploration and adventure through his lens, working on numerous high-profile projects for major brands and publications. His work often delves into themes of nature, travel, and the human experience, reflecting his passion for the outdoors and his keen eye for detail. Jeff's unique perspective and ability to convey powerful narratives have earned him a respected place in the creative and outdoor community community. As a versatile...
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Influence This | Episode 16: Shannon Waters
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A former chef, restaurant consultant, and culinary school professor, Shannon Waters has spent a lot of time in kitchens. Formally trained at The French Culinary Institute in New York, she went on to hold positions at some of the best restaurants in the country and gain skills and technique from renowned Chefs. Her love of cooking and the outdoors collided when she packed a heavy cast iron pan into the backcountry. That’s when she realized that if she was going to enjoy a great adventure and a great meal, she was going to have to find a solution for packable meals. That’s how her company,...
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Influence This | Episode 15: Benjamin Sears
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Benjamin Sears began practicing Yoga in 2001 to address serious back and knee injuries, and stuck around because the practice gave him a safe-haven to process a great loss. In 2017, Yoga Journal called him a “master.” He doesn’t buy it, but is grateful for the kind words. In 2007, Sears founded the LUXYOGA retreat in the South of France, an experience featured in Esquire, Yoga Journal, Vogue, the New York Times Magazine, and more. His newest project, The Bozeman House, is a 20-acre ranch in majestic Montana - a cozy-luxury escape for family-sized gatherings hopefully open for you to...
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Influence This | Episode 14: Randa Chehab
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Randa Chehab is the Executive Director of India Water Project. Their goal is to ease the burden on women and girls, throughout the underserved communities of India by providing clean, safe, easily-accessible, sustainable and environmentally sound sources of clean water. Chehab graduated from Smith college with a BA in Developmental Psychology, and a BA in medicine from UW-Madison as a Physician Assistant, and received her Masters in Global Health from Northwestern University. She is a long time student and teacher of yoga, owning her own studio in Bozeman, MT from 2001-2017. She began yearly...
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Influence This | Episode 13: Aaron Blaine
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Aaron Blaine is a retired Army Green Beret, who deployed all over the world, including multiple combat tours to Iraq and Afghanistan. He was a lead trainer at a men’s emotional wellness organization and spent time working in the Alaskan Bush as a safety guide for National Geographic BBC. He also spent years leading wilderness expeditions for special forces veterans returning home, worked closely with gold-star families and children, and coaches men from all walks of life. He is a certified yoga instructor, a hunter, and a total badass. He lives in Montana with his wife, 2 wild boys, and 2...
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Influence This | Episode 12: Max Lowe
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Known for his ability to capture stories in the most remote corners of the world, Max Lowe has honed his skill as a director and photographer in his search fro adventure and narratives unheard. From his home in the mountains of Montana to now countless countries, landscapes and cultures across the globe, Max has been witness to stories spanning the gap of human experience. Beginning his career with National Geographic in 2012 with a Young Explorers Grant, and then going on to work with National Geographic Magazine, Men’s Journal, Outside Magazine and numerous other outdoor publications and...
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Influence This, S2 | Episode 11: Rafael Pease
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Rafael Pease is a 28 year old Chilean/Cuban filmaker who uses his backgrounds in environmental sciences, socio-environmental rights, activism and career as a professional snowboard mountaineer to create forward thinking documentaries. His storytelling throughout his films focuses a lot on conservation and social injustices as well as mountaineering and a love for the mountains. Rafa is currently living in Alaska and filming for his upcoming freeride project, Freemos.
info_outlineChris Walch, founder of Women of Winter, whose mission is to inspire and empower women and girls to get outside, to be courageous and to boldly embrace and pursue their dreams by carving their own paths in the mountains and in life. Born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii, Chris still grew up with the mountains in her blood. Her dad hails from Tirol, Austria, where she first learned to ski and started teaching skiing at a small family resort. Since then she’s taught in St. Moritz, Switzerland, Killington and now Big Sky, Montana at the Yellowstone Club.