Best Bigfork Podcasts (2026)

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Unlocking the Psalms // Part 1: Book 1 [Ch. 1-41] (Pastor Daniel Stevens) 37:58

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In this message from Unlocking the Psalms Part 1, Pastor Daniel Stevens introduces the Book of Psalms as more than poetry or songs, but as a pathway into deeper relationship with God. He emphasizes that reading Scripture is not just learning information, but spending intentional time with God in conversation. Drawing from Psalm 1, Pastor Daniel sho…

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Unlocking the Psalms // Part 1: Book 1 [Ch. 1-41] (Pastor Mike Stevens) 31:41

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In Unlocking the Psalms Part 1, Pastor Mike Stevens walks us through a big picture overview of the Book of Psalms, focusing on why these writings matter so deeply in our everyday faith. Rather than approaching Scripture like a textbook, Pastor Mike reminds us that reading the Psalms is an invitation into a real, living conversation with God. Rooted…

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Unlocking the Psalms // Part 1: Book 1 [Ch. 1-41] (Pastor Mike Jurek) 41:50

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In Unlocking the Psalms Part 1, Pastor Mike Jurek offers a foundational look at the Book of Psalms and why it plays such a vital role in the life of a believer. He encourages us to read the Psalms not as a routine task, but as a meaningful exchange with God Himself. Through passages like Psalm 1, Pastor Mike explains how meditating on God’s Word da…

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Missing Snowboarder Found Safe, Glacier Park Braces for Big Changes, Flathead Valley Tourism Update 10:05

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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over some of the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A missing snowboarder was found safe on Christmas Day after taking shelter overnight on the backside of Whitefish Mountain Resort, capping a multi-agency search effort in Flathead County. We get the inside scoop on what Glacier N…

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The Road Ahead // Pastor Corey Pond 39:14

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Originally Recorded May 17, 2025. In “The Road Ahead,” Pastor Corey Pond casts a bold, clear vision for navigating life’s narrow path with unwavering faith. Drawing from Matthew 7:13–14, he challenges us to choose the road less traveled—one that leads to life, though it is often difficult and demanding. With Hebrews 11:1 and 11:6, he reminds us tha…

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Whitefish Officer Calls Border Patrol During Traffic Stop, Flood Recovery Begins, CSKT Election Results 11:08

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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. Newly obtained footage shows a Whitefish police officer contacted Border Patrol less than two minutes into an April 24 traffic stop for a broken taillight. The driver, Beker Rengifo del Castillo, is a Venezuelan man who entered the Unite…

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Bjorn Pedersen Drops 28 in Columbia Falls Blowout Wins | Poster Player of the Week 2:21

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Bjorn Pedersen is our Poster Player of the Week after a dominant opening stretch for the Columbia Falls boys’ basketball team. Pedersen caught fire from deep, knocking down five three-pointers and scoring 28 points in an 86–43 blowout win over Miles City. He followed that performance with 23 more points the next day as the Wildcats rolled past Hard…

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Learning to Swim // Part 3: Living in the baptism in the Holy Spirit (Pastor Mike Jurek) 43:14

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In Learning to Swim – Part 3, Pastor Mike Jurek invites us to see the baptism in the Holy Spirit as a daily source of strength rather than a single moment in time. Living in the Spirit builds us up from the inside out, helping us grow spiritually and stay connected to God in a meaningful way. Pastor Mike Jurek explains how focusing our hearts and m…

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Learning to Swim // Part 3: Living in the baptism in the Holy Spirit (Pastor Daniel Stevens) 38:35

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In Learning to Swim – Part 3, Pastor Daniel Stevens continues our journey of living life in the Holy Spirit. The baptism in the Holy Spirit isn’t a finish line—it’s a starting point. It’s a powerful gift God gives to strengthen us, build us up spiritually, and help us live with greater purpose and connection to Him. Just like learning to swim, it’s…

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Learning to Swim // Part 3: Living in the baptism in the Holy Spirit (Pastor Mike Stevens) 43:10

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In Learning to Swim – Part 3, Pastor Mike Stevens shares how the baptism in the Holy Spirit is meant to be lived out daily, not just experienced once. It’s a gift that strengthens us, builds our spiritual life, and helps us grow closer to God. Like learning to swim, it requires practice, trust, and a willingness to stay in the water instead of step…

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53,000 Acres Protected, Kalispell Names New City Manager & Veterans Honored 5:55

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In this episode of News Now, Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping Northwest Montana this week, from a major land conservation agreement to changes in Kalispell city leadership and community efforts to honor local veterans. We begin with a landmark conservation deal that permanently protects more than 53,000 acres of Montana land, a …

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Jory Hill Leads Columbia Falls to Hot Start | Poster Player of the Week 2:25

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Columbia Falls boys basketball is off to a strong start, and Jory Hill is setting the tone. On this episode of Keeping Score, we spotlight Hill as this week’s Poster Player of the Week after he led the Wildcats in scoring at the Western A Tip-Off in Frenchtown. This summer, we followed the Brist family from their fifth-generation Montana farm to th…

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Power Outages Hit Northwest Montana as Libby Faces Ongoing Water Emergency 5:48

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High winds slammed Northwest Montana this week, knocking out power to tens of thousands of residents from Libby to the Flathead Valley and forcing emergency responses across the region. On this episode of News Now, we break down how damaging wind gusts — topping 67 mph in Kalispell and nearly 100 mph in the Swan Range — led to widespread outages, d…

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Learning to Swim // Part 2: Getting the baptism in the Holy Spirit (Pastor Mike Jurek) 36:52

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Pastor Mike Jurek shares how the baptism in the Holy Spirit brings power, bold faith, and a deeper connection with God. This isn’t something we purchase with spiritual performance. It’s a loving gift God offers His children. He emphasizes that Scripture repeatedly points to speaking in tongues as a clear and practical way believers know that the Ho…

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Learning to Swim // Part 2: Getting the baptism in the Holy Spirit (Pastor Mike Stevens) 30:26

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This week, Pastor Mike Stevens teaches about the incredible gift of the Holy Spirit’s baptism. Something God generously gives, not something we must work for or deserve. Instead of viewing the Holy Spirit like a transaction, Pastor Mike encourages us to simply receive what God pours out. He also talks about the powerful sign of spiritual baptism: p…

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Learning to Swim // Part 2: Getting the baptism in the Holy Spirit (Pastor Daniel Stevens) 44:24

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In Part 2 of Learning to Swim, Pastor Daniel Stevens continues exploring what it means to live a life filled with the Holy Spirit. This message focuses on receiving the baptism in the Holy Spirit. A gift God offers freely, not something we earn or “unlock” through a transaction. We can receive it with open hearts and faith, knowing God desires to e…

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Major Glacier Park Changes, Habitat for Humanity Build Goals, New Fishing Access & CWD Concerns 11:03

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On this episode of News Now, reporter Taylor Inman breaks down four major stories impacting Northwest Montana. Glacier National Park is preparing to end its vehicle reservation system for the 2026 summer season, shifting to new parking limits, shuttle reservations, and targeted closures in overcrowded areas. Habitat for Humanity outlines its push t…

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Inside Flathead Basketball: Team Chemistry, Rising Stars & Season Expectations 22:48

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Flathead High School boys and girls basketball are officially back, and Keeping Score takes you inside both programs ahead of opening weekend. Host Luke Schmit sat down with seven players and coaches — Grace Gall, Taylor Greene, Caitlin Converse, Coach Kelly Fox, Coach Dan Trageser, Boston Case, and Ben Reichner — to break down team chemistry, off-…

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Learning to Swim // Part 1: What is the baptism in the Holy Spirit? (Pastor Daniel Stevens) 42:41

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In the first message of Learning to Swim, Pastor Daniel Stevens emphasizes that the baptism in the Holy Spirit is an invitation to live fully filled with God — not just experiencing Him from a distance. You don’t just dip your toes in; you jump into the deep end and actually learn how to stay in the water. God calls us to live continually empowered…

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Learning to Swim // Part 1: What is the baptism in the Holy Spirit? (Pastor Mike Jurek) 40:17

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In Part 1 of Learning to Swim, Pastor Mike Jurek shares how the baptism in the Holy Spirit is about stepping into a deeper relationship with God — like diving into a lake rather than only sipping water from a glass. God doesn’t want us to just feel a splash; He invites us to grow confident and strong in the fullness of the Spirit. This teaching is …

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Learning to Swim // Part 1: What is the baptism in the Holy Spirit? (Pastor Mike Stevens) 32:07

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In Part 1 of Learning to Swim, Pastor Mike Stevens explains what the baptism in the Holy Spirit truly is — an immersion in God Himself. Just like jumping into a lake is a deeper experience than drinking water or getting rained on, the Holy Spirit invites us into a life fully immersed in His presence. We aren’t meant to jump in and get right back ou…

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Mercury Scare in Libby, E-Bike Crackdown, Crash in Polson, & Kalispell Affordable Housing Project 11:32

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Join Daily Inter Lake reporter Taylor Inman as she goes over the week’s biggest headlines for Northwest Montana. A mercury exposure in Libby sparks an urgent EPA response as officials investigate how toxic metal spread into multiple homes. Columbia Falls pushes new restrictions on electric bikes and motorized devices after a high-speed sidewalk cra…

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Whitefish Mountain Opening Day Drops Fresh Powder + Big Crowds 5:53

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Whitefish Mountain Resort kicked off the 2025/2026 ski season with a fresh blanket of powder - and reporter Jack Underhill was on the mountain to capture opening day! From early-morning mimosa tailgates to overnight campouts under Chair 1, skiers and snowboarders showed up to catch the year’s first turns. Resort officials also share updates on snow…

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What Are We Doing? // Part 7: Core Value 5 (Pastor Mike Jurek) 39:45

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Pastor Mike Jurek brings Core Value #5 into focus: The church must raise up and release the next generation of pastors and leaders. The need for workers is as great as ever, and Jesus is still calling people to step forward. Our responsibility is to create opportunities, champion those who answer the call, and avoid becoming voices that discourage …

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What Are We Doing? // Part 7: Core Value 5 (Pastor Daniel Stevens) 31:18

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In this week’s message, Pastor Daniel Stevens shares Core Value #5: We must invest in the next generation of pastors. The harvest is still plentiful, and Jesus continues to call people into ministry. As the church, our role is to support, encourage, and make space for those who step forward — not discourage them or tear them down. Even if we aren’t…

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What Are We Doing? // Part 7: Core Value 5 (Pastor Mike Stevens) 36:59

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In this message, Pastor Mike Stevens teaches on Core Value #5: This should not be the last generation of pastors. Jesus still calls people to ministry, and the need remains great. The church must create room for the next generation, resist the temptation to “eat pastors alive,” and encourage those stepping into their calling. Scripture reminds us t…

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Logan Health CEO Change, Hidden Lake Distillery Plans & Warming Center Dispute 8:53

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This week on News Now, host Taylor Inman breaks down the biggest stories shaping northwest Montana. Logan Health announces a major leadership transition as Dr. Clint Seger becomes the sole CEO of the Billings Clinic–Logan Health system, impacting thousands of employees across Montana and Wyoming. In Whitefish, new owner Justin Meccia shares his pla…

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Glacier’s State Championship Hero: Jackson Presley Leads Wolfpack to the AA Title 2:31

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The Glacier Wolfpack are Class AA State Champions — and this week’s Poster Player of the Week is the quarterback who led them there. Jackson Presley capped an undefeated season by throwing for 158 yards and punching in a 7-yard touchdown run that gave Glacier a lead it never gave back in a 16–3 win over Billings West. This summer, we followed the B…

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Holiday Happenings: Music, Theatre & Winter Fun Across the Flathead 8:07

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December is packed with concerts, festivals, holiday performances, and community traditions across the Flathead Valley — and this month’s episode of the Daily Inter Lake’s Events Podcast is your complete guide. From high-energy DJ nights at the O’Shaughnessy Cultural Arts Center to the Banff Mountain Film Festival at Wachholz, host Melissa Wells hi…

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Glacier Wins AA State Championship: Presley, Knopik & Coach Bennett React After Emotional Victory 12:17

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The Glacier Wolfpack are state champions! After a gritty 16–3 win over Billings West, Keeping Score brings you exclusive, emotional postgame interviews with quarterback Jackson Presley, running back/linebacker Asher Knopik, and head coach Grady Bennett. Presley reflects on the undefeated season, the brotherhood that shaped him, and the touchdown th…

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What Are We Doing? // Part 6: Core Value 4 (Pastor Mike Jurek) 37:31

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In this teaching, Pastor Mike Jurek continues the Vision Series by focusing on Core Value #4: There Should Be a Spirit-Filled, Life-Giving Church in Every Community. He points out that Core Values 1–3 take root when vibrant, Spirit-filled churches exist—churches that share the gospel, develop believers, and create communities where no one walks alo…

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What Are We Doing? // Part 6: Core Value 4 (Pastor Daniel Stevens) 30:40

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Today, Pastor Daniel Stevens leads us through Core Value #4: There Should Be a Spirit-Filled, Life-Giving Church in Every Community as part of the Vision Series. He explains how the early believers naturally build and multiply churches because they live out the first three core values—everyone hearing the gospel, believers taking responsibility for…