Heart of the Flathead

About Heart of the Flathead

Welcome to the Heart of the Flathead, where we sit down with the change-makers, the unsung heroes, and the everyday folks who give this place its pulse. If you live here, love here, or just want to know what makes Kalispell and the Valley tick—you’re in the right place. Heart of the Flathead, is produced by David Wigginton, in partnership with LeftBrainRightBrain Marketing. Listeners can find the podcast online at HeartoftheFlathead.com (https://heartoftheflathead.com/) and LeftBrainRightBrain Marketing at lbrbm.com (https://www.lbrbm.com/). The content for Heart of the Flathead podcasts and any show notes and transcripts are copyrighted by David Wigginton. All rights are reserved. Reproduction and rebroadcasting, in whole or in part, is strictly prohibited without written permission. Contact David Wigginton by clicking the Send Us a Text link at the top of the episode description. Disclaimer The views and opinions expressed by guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the host or production team. Appearance on the show does not constitute an endorsement of any goods, services, or opinions discussed. This podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and should not be considered professional, legal, medical, or financial advice. Always consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on the content of this show.

Publisher

David Wigginton

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Aug 2025

Latest episode

2 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

26 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   2 Oct 2026

   26. Rebecca’s Legacy Rides On

   Send us Fan Mail What does it take to turn a love of horses into a world-class event—and a force for good? Sarah Broussard joins David Wigginton to explain the sport of eventing and share the story of The Event at Rebecca Farm, from its beginnings at Heron Park Horse Trials to its move to Rebecca Farm in 2002 and growth to nearly 600 competitors. Sarah also traces her own journey from Kentucky and Jamaica to Montana and explains why the July event has become a destination for riders and spect...

2. 

   18 Sept 2026

   25. How The Glacier Conservancy Keeps The Park Working

   Send us Fan Mail Glacier National Park may look timeless, but protecting it takes constant work, thoughtful stewardship, and significant funding. Tagen Vine, president of the Glacier National Park Conservancy, joins David Wigginton to explain how the Conservancy works alongside park staff to fund critical projects that federal dollars alone can’t cover. Last year, that support totaled roughly $4.7 million—about a quarter of Glacier’s overall budget—supporting everything from interpretive rang...

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   4 Sept 2026

   24. Rethinking What School Can Be

   Send us Fan Mail Most people have opinions about public schools, but few see the complexity behind running them. Kalispell Public Schools Superintendent Matt Jensen joins us for a candid look at leading a district serving more than 6,000 students—from working with an elected board and navigating Montana’s local-control model to aligning K-8 and high school expectations. At the heart of it all is urgency: students only get one chance at each grade, and the decisions made today have lasting con...

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