LISTEN FIRST MONTANA
Listen first. It is what all great leaders do.

Introducing Leadership Montana’s podcast ‘Listen First Montana’ launching in the fall of 2020. Join us as we journey across our great state in search of connection and inspiration through stories of triumph over adversity. Hear dynamic Montana leaders share how they have leaned into listening to more deeply understand each other, themselves, and this place we call home. Listeners will leave refreshed, motivated, and ready for more.
Listen First Montana is hosted by Eric Halverson and Chantel Schieffer.
Special thanks to Scott Gudger for the jazzy rendition of the Montana state song. Scott is a member of our 2016 class and a gifted musician.
Podcast Episodes
Preview Episode
October 5, 2020
Introducing Leadership Montana’s podcast ‘Listen First Montana’ launching in the fall of 2020.
Episode 1:
Chantel Schieffer
October 15, 2020
In this episode, Eric and Chantel set the stage for the Listen First Montana podcast series.
Episode 2:
Major Robinson
October 15, 2020
In this episode, Eric interviews Major Robinson, a creative design and production professional…
Episode 3:
Jake Feddes
October 28, 2020
Jake Feddes was raised in Manhattan, Montana on the Feddes Red Angus Ranch and…
Episode 4:
Michael Sanderson
November 12, 2020
In this episode, Chantel interviews Michael Sanderson, President/CEO of Sanderson…
Episode 5:
Courtney McKee
November 25, 2020
In this episode, Eric and Courtney talk about what it means for leaders to adapt…
Episode 6:
Leslie Messer
December 9, 2020
In this episode, Leslie Messer shares her personal experience with COVID-19, her…
Episode 7:
Marci McLean
December 30, 2020
In this episode, Chantel visits with Marci McLean about bridging racial divides in…
Episode 8:
Dusty Eaton
January 19, 2021
In this episode, Dusty and Chantel talk about creating impact, investing in…
Episode 9:
2021 Montana Legislature
February 10, 2021
In this special episode of Listen First Montana, Chantel and Eric visit the State Capitol…
Episode 10:
Leonard Malin
February 24, 2021
In this episode, Eric visits with Leonard Malin about what it means to “do the work”…
Episode 11:
Samuel Enemy-Hunter
March 10, 2021
In this episode, Chantel talks with actor, artist, and activist Samuel Enemy-Hunter…
Episode 12:
Kris Carpenter
March 23, 2021
In this episode, Eric talks with Billings business owner and community builder Kris Carpenter…
Episode 13:
Misty Kuhl
April 14, 2021
In this episode, Chantel visits with Misty Kuhl, newly appointed as the Director of Indian Affairs…