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The Lookout Podcast

The Lookout Podcast

Host Luke Barrett sits down with guests to discuss topics such as Wildland Firefighting, Forest Service, Montana, home brewed beer, hockey, fishing, hunting, outdoor recreation, mental health, and mindfulness.

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45:35

National Interdisciplinary Lookout Conference review...

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/04/08

Fresh from the National Interdisciplinary Lookout Conference year 2, the Roach family joined the show to talk about the conference and Life up on the Lookout. The whole family has spent the last 6 summers living in a Lookout tower and they have made some of the best memories this beautiful planet can offer. Tune in to hear more. Please like and subscribe to support the channel.

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79:35

Fire stories & Life after Fire, Lina Montopoli

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/04/01

My friend Lina Montopoli joined the show to talk about her fire career starting with a Forest Service District crew and working her way to the Lolo Hotshots. She eventually transitioned off the shot crew working her way through college and finishing school as a Physician Assistance, PA for short. We talked old fire stories, strong work ethic, and how fire can help prepare you for challenges in life outside of fire. Tune in to hear the whole story. Please like and subscribe to support the project

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67:38

The 10th annual Missoula Putt & Pull with Clint...

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/03/23

Long time Wildland Firefighter, Hockey player, Family man, and part of the Putt & Pull team my friend Clint Mendenhall joined the show to help promote the 10th annual Missoula Putt & Pull. It is a great fundraiser where all proceeds go to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation supporting firefighters across this great country. The Putt & Pull is a great time for a great cause! This event is open to everyone so come to the Highlander April 18th have one of there great beers and support your

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75:53

Outdoor Enthusiast & White Bark Pine fan, Angela Loewe

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/03/11

Angela Loewe joined the podcast to discuss Trolls, Yoopers, Yooperlites, Big Foot, the Great Outdoors and more. Please like and subscribe to support the project.

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84:32

Mule packing, nutrition, & adventure. Heidi Brackebusch

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/02/26

Back country mule packer and registered dietitian Heidi Brackebusch joined the show to talk back country adventures, wildfire, nutrition, and food tips to fuel your adventure. Giver her a follow @thedeckerdietitian to check out her adventures. Thanks for checking out this episode please like and subscribe to help support the channel.

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43:43

Special Olympics 5 Valley Chapter. Athlete Hillary...

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/02/17

I was joined by Special Olympics Athlete Hillary, Coach Joan, and Coordinator Lindsey. Hillary has been competing in Special Olympics for 40 years! She has had a great career with many adventures and she is still competing. Joan and Lindsey have been helping with special Olympics and joined the podcast to help promote all the great sporting events and fundraisers Special Olympics Montana does to help support the athletes. They are in need of more support for not only fundraising but volunteers to

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33:10

Fire on Ice! Rogue Swenson

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/02/06

I am joined by Rogue to talk about the great charity hockey game between the Forest Service Wildland Firefighters and the City of Missoula/Rural Firefighters. Tune in to hear more about this great event and come out on Saturday Feb. 7th to cheer on your local firefighters and help raise money for charity.

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75:22

Congressional Candidate Sam Forstag

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/01/27

Sam Forstag joined the podcast to talk about why he left Smokejumping to run for Congress. In this episode we explore topics such as the great outdoors, public service, Wildland Firefighting, and politics which normally I avoid. We had a great conversation tune in to hear the full story. please like and subscribe to support the channel. https://samformontana.com

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49:48

The 107th Foresters' Ball ft. Alden & Miranda

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/01/21

I am joined by Foresters' Ball Chief Push Alden & Publicity Officer Miranda to spread the word about the 107th Foresters' Ball! This is the Best Ball you will ever attend! This years theme is Timber Fallin & Trucks A Haulin. Tune in to hear more about this Great event. Please Like and subscribe to support the channel and to hear more great stories like this.

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150:29

Former Smokejumper & NSA Board member, Patrick McGunagle

The Lookout Podcast ·

2026/01/08

The Great Patrick McGunagle joined the podcast to discuss his fire career and the path it led him on as well as becoming a National Smokejumper Association board member. We had a great conversation talking shop about fire and our experiences. Tune in to hear the full story. Please like and subscribe to support the project.

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36:30

Christmas Special, Barrett family

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/12/26

I am joined by my dad Keith Barrett, and brothers Kaleb and Zac. My dad shared a story of the time he saved a group of young duck hunters after there boat capsized. We also talked about hunter safety and more. Tune in to hear the full story and please like and subscribe to support the channel.

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145:37

2nd most interesting man in Chicago, Colton Mora

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/12/18

I was joined by Colton Mora voted the 2nd most Interesting man in Chicago, Motorcycle accident survivor, and avid Outdoorsman. Tune in to hear the whole story. Please like and subscribe to support the channel

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80:13

Fire Lookout Legend! Leif Haugen

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/12/10

It was an honor to have one the living legend Leif Haugen on the show! Leif has 32 years in service as a Lookout and has been keeping watch over our national forests and firefighters. We had a great conversation, tune in to hear the full conversation and please like and subscribe to support the channel.

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113:18

Flathead Hotshot Superintendent, Shawn Borgen is...

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/12/03

Flathead Hotshot Superintendent The Great Shawn Borgen! In this episode Borg reflects on his decision to retire after 33 years in firefighting, with 28 years on the Flathead Hotshot crew. - 60th Anniversary: This year also marks the 60th anniversary of the Flathead Hotshot crew, a significant milestone for Borgen who has been present for the 30th, 40th, and 50th anniversaries as well! I hope you enjoy this episode and please like and subscribe to support the channel, thank you for tuning in.

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27:14

Thanksgiving Woods & Gratitude Ft. Cody Kuebler

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/11/26

I am joined by Outdoorsman Cody Kuebler. Cody grew up in Northern Illinois fishing, hunting, and recreating. Tune in to hear all about his experiences and our gratitude for family and being together on Thanksgiving.

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53:55

The Lookout Podcast Ep.97 Corrall Hill Lookout Kevin...

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/11/19

Kevin Roach joined the podcast to talk about Fire season, family, Big Sky Football, Fitness, and much more. Tune in to hear the full conversation. Please like subscribe and share with a friend.

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105:26

The Lookout Podcast Ep. 96 Lookout, Author, and...

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/10/25

Host Luke Barrett travels to John Crawfords wood shop to talk with him about Lookouts, Lewis and Clark, the many books he's written, and building lookout towers. To contact John about his books, email him at Lookoutjohn51@gmail.com

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76:08

Ep95 Professional Bullfighter Kaleb Barrett

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/10/10

I am joined by my older brother Kaleb Barrett who is a long time PRCA & PBR Bullfighter and outdoorsman. Tune in to hear all about the great community of rodeo and some of the similarities to Wildland Firefighting.

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139:09

The Lookout Podcast Ep. 94 Type 2 Fun, Wildland...

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/09/17

Zoe Savage returned to the podcast to talk about her Wild Fire progression from working on a district, to Type 1 crew, to a Helitack crew. We also discussed the great Wildland Firefighter fun known as Type 2 fun. Tune in to hear the full episode.

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67:56

The Lookout Podcast Ep. 93 Fire Legends Bill Miller &...

The Lookout Podcast ·

2025/09/10

The Wild Fire Legend Bill Miller joined the podcast to talk about his incredible Fire career. Bill became a Smokejumper in his second season. Tune in to hear about his incredible jump career. Rene returned to co host this episode.

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