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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.
Bear With Us Podcast
Silver Screens & Small Town Dreams: An Interview With Conrad Wendland
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In this episode of Bear With Us, we sit down with Conrad Wendland, owner of the historic Hi-line Theater in Rudyard, Montana. From working on film sets in Los Angeles to returning home to farm and revive a beloved small-town movie theater, Conrad shares his incredible journey and passion for storytelling, community, and preserving rural Montana traditions.
We talk about:
The history of the Hi-line Theater
Mystery Movie Wednesdays
Fossil Fest in Rudyard
The magic of movie theaters in small towns
Hollywood vs. Hi-line life
Why local businesses and community spaces matter
Along the way, we dive into everything from Jurassic Park and cult classics to the future of rural communities across Montana’s Hi-line.
If you love movies, small towns, nostalgia, or stories about people making a difference in their communities, this episode is for you.
Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow along for more conversations highlighting the people, places, and projects that make North Central Montana special