Bear With Us Podcast
Join hosts Sara and Julea as they explore the people, places, and stories that make Montana’s Hi-Line unforgettable. Bear With Us is a podcast from Bear Paw Development that highlights the charm, culture, and community spirit across five counties and two tribal nations in North Central Montana.
From hometown heroes and local legends to quirky events and hidden gems, each episode offers a fresh perspective on life along the Hi-Line. Whether you’re a longtime local or just curious about this vast and beautiful region, you’re invited to laugh, learn, and discover what makes this place more than just a dot on the map.
And don’t worry—there are zero bears. Probably.
Podcasting since 2025 • 16 episodes
Bear With Us Podcast
Latest Episodes
Montana, Motorcycles, and Making Laws: An Interview with Senator Russ Tempel
In this episode of Bear With Us, we sit down with Montana State Senator Russ Tempel to talk about life in the legislature, advocating for rural communities, and the realities of representing one of the largest and most diverse districts in the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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51:05
From Somewhere Else to City Hall: An Interview with Whitley Nelson
In this episode of Bear With Us, we sit down with Whitley Nelson, the newly appointed town clerk for Fort Benton, to talk about her unexpected path into local government and what it’s really like behind the scenes at City Hall.From work...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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53:29
From One Mayor to the Next: An Interview with Doug Kaercher and Wade Bitz
In this special episode of Bear With Us, we sit down with Havre’s outgoing mayor, Doug Kaercher, and incoming mayor, Wade Bitz, for a candid conversation during a pivotal moment of leadership transition.Together, we refle...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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50:49
Community, Connection & Cotton-Candy Skies – An Interview with Karina Densmore
In this episode of Bear With Us, we dive into the heart of Havre’s new community brand and what it means to the people who call this place home. Joined by Karina Densmore of Havre Local, we read real community responses collecte...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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52:57
Planning, Persistence & the Power of TIF: An Interview with John Morgan
Welcome to this special interview with John Morgan - where we dive deep into how we can rethink downtown Havre, lift up small businesses, and breathe new life into our community.In this episode, we talk about the big ideas behind the Hav...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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59:24