Personality, writer, foodie, music lover, traveler, history buff, baseball fan, and beer-snob from Wyoming.
Rick Roddam
Wheel of Political Correctness
Today's rant is courtesy of a friend and mentor of mine named E. Curtis Johnson. He is a radio programmer and blogger from California who I had the privilege of working for, and learning from, for several years. His comments about the controversy surrounding a recent episode of "Wheel of Fortune" are spot on...
A Christmas Wish List for Football Fans
With the holidays fast approaching, here's a list of what some of your favorite athletes might be asking Santa for Christmas this year.
Peyton Manning - A running game
Nick Saban - A kicker
Tony Romo - A defense
Johnny Manziel - 1,000 autographed footballs
Richie Incognito - Jonathan Martin's lunch money
Alex Rodriguez - A clean urine sample
Tom Brady - a Super Bowl ring (oh wait, he has 3), a sup
Duck Dynasty Jumps the Shark
I like Duck Dynasty as much as the next guy. Uncle Si's redneck repartee is amusing. I also admire the humility, work ethic and values promoted by the Robertson clan. But there comes a point when the hype officially becomes overkill...
The 29th Annual Downtown Billings Holiday Parade
This past weekend, we were proud to follow the United States Marine Corps in the annual Downtown Billings Holiday Parade.
Here's some of the best floats from this year's parade.
Toys 4 Tots 2013
This holiday season, Townsquare Media is teaming up with the United States Marine Corps to collect Toys 4 Tots. We'll be taking the Bretz RV Toy Hauler all over town this month and with your help, we can help make Christmas a little brighter for a child in need...
Our Philippines Typhoon Relief Fundraiser is Tomorrow
In the wake of the deadly typhoon that struck the Philippines last weekend, the death toll has now risen to 3,621. The number of injured is over 12,000 and another 1,100 are missing. Tens of thousands more are without food, water or shelter...
Best Pumpkins in Billings
Just in time for Halloween, the Crowne Plaza building in downtown Billings, where our studios are located, has some really cool pumpkins on display in the lobby.
Their first place ribbon went to this fantastic pumpkin burger creation
Several gourds were needed to make this ghoulish monstrosity
We're not quite sure exactly what this is, but it's definitely creepy
And, of course, no Halloween party
The Pet-O-Ween Costume Contest
Over the weekend, I had the privilege of hosting the 13th Annual "Pet-O-Ween" Costume Contest at Shipton's Big R. Over 60 Dogs, cats and critters strutted their stuff on the "catwalk" and the ensembles were awesome.
One of my favorites was designed by a Pittsburgh Steelers fan who dressed their dog up like pro bowl safety Troy PAWlamalu...
ATV Giveaway at Big Bear Sports
Thanks to everyone who came out to Big Bear Sports for their annual ATV giveaway Saturday night. Hundreds of people showed up, but in the end there can only be one. Congrats to Wanda Henderson, the proud owner of a 2013 Green Polaris 400 ATV...
Check Out the Jr. Rodeo Finals at the NILE on Wednesday
Over the weekend, we met a great guy named John Shaw at the "Billings Top Shot" Contest. John is a Private Investigator from Worden, Montana, who helps organize Junior Rodeo Events here in the Billings area. John grew up participating in rodeo and wanted to share his knowledge and experience with today's youth. In the past several years, his group has helped hundreds of kids improve t
Will the Government Shutdown Affect Your Ability to Drink Beer This Weekend?
As we enter Day 3 of the federal government shutdown, perhaps you’ve wondered if this latest standoff will prevent you from drinking beer this weekend.
For federal employees and government contractors, the prospect of short term unemployment might force you to drink a cheaper beer than you normally would...