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Mad About Montana Podcast

Erik Nylund, Bill Foley

Booking Overview

A PR-friendly politics-public policy show with credible external guests discussing timely issues in Montana and beyond. Great for science/tech and policy experts to reach engaged, regionally focused audiences; booking hinges on high-level credentials and media relevance.

Metrics

Episodes: 27

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 3.1/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Gender skew: Neutral

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

ecnylund@hotmail.com

bobfoley1949@gmail.com

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Host

Erik Nylund - Former U.S. Senator Jon Tester aide with nearly 17 years in Montana public affairs; hosts episodes focused on local issues and voices from Montana.

Bill Foley - Montana journalist with 25+ years covering sports and regional developments; co-host and commentator on political/public affairs topics.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

high
Typical Credentials:  
Subject-matter expertise with proven public-facing communication (speaking engagements, media appearances, policy work)
Required Achievements:  
published thought leadership or policy impact, recognition in field (awards, media features), successful public-facing projects or investigations

Recent Guest Discussions

Guy Alsentzer - Clean Water Advocacy, Environmental Policy, Water Rights In Montana

Maggie Amato - AI Risks, Data Centers, Cybersecurity, Privacy, National Security Implications

Recent Topics

Public Affairs, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Current Events, Journalism

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
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No: 27: Volunteer firefighters

September 23, 2026

The Mad About Montana Podcast returns to about an important issue: The fate of our volunteer firefighters.That destiny will be put on the ballot this November, and it is a very contentious and confusing issue. We did not want to engage in the Facebook fighting, where some of our volunteers are taking an unfair beating. Instead, we are giving a forum to the volunteers, talking to Racetrack Chief Twoie Mattern, Rocker Chief Jonathan Rice and Big Butte Chief Brandon Dale.Listen in to hear how th...

No. 26: Water talk with Guy Alsentzer

February 10, 2026

Guy Alsentzer is the founder of the Upper Missouri Waterkeeper, a non-profit organization that fights for clean water.The organization is currently involved in a lawsuit to challenge the federal government’s approval of less stringent water quality standards for nutrient pollution in Montana. The suit alleges that the policy shift allows would-be polluters too much leeway by rolling back protective criteria that have been in place for years.If you care about the Bighole River, Guy is fighting...

No. 25: Maggie Amato and the rise of the machines

December 03, 2025

Maggie Amato joined the Mad About Montana Podcast today to scare the heck out of us.No, she isn’t telling ghost stories. She is talking about the very real dangers of artificial intelligence and data centers. They threaten our security and privacy. They also threaten our water supplies and power rates. They kill jobs and the environment, threatening our way of life in Montana and around the country.Maggie is a cybersecurity expert and whistleblower. She led aprogram that was credited with hel...

Frequently asked questions

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How do I get in touch with Mad About Montana Podcast?

Mad About Montana Podcast is hosted by Erik Nylund and Bill Foley. Its publicly listed emails are ecnylund@hotmail.com and bobfoley1949@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Mad About Montana Podcast?

The publicly listed emails for Mad About Montana Podcast: ecnylund@hotmail.com and bobfoley1949@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Mad About Montana Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates Mad About Montana Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Mad About Montana Podcast?

Mad About Montana Podcast typically books industry leaders. Typical guest background: Subject-matter expertise with proven public-facing communication (speaking engagements, media appearances, policy work). Common among recent guests: published thought leadership or policy impact; recognition in field (awards, media features); successful public-facing projects or investigations. Recent guests include Guy Alsentzer and Maggie Amato.

How hard is it to get booked on Mad About Montana Podcast?

High. It mostly books established leaders in its field.

What topics does Mad About Montana Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Public Affairs, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Current Events, and Journalism. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

ecnylund@hotmail.com

bobfoley1949@gmail.com

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