Born in Iowa, Michael became a Montanan in his early teens when his family moved to the Gallatin Valley. Foth -rhymes with both - started his broadcast career while in high school, working part-time at an AM religious station in Belgrade. Over the years, his work path allowed him opportunities in Salt Lake City, Denver, and southern Minnesota. Michael returned to the airwaves in Billings in 2005 and has been with Townsquare Media, Billings since 2017. Interests: reading (mostly fiction), history, gardening, cooking, fishing, motorcycles, playing blackjack, and hanging out with his family. Favorite foods: smoked meats, steak, seafood, thin-crust pizza. Movies he's watched more than 10 times: Family Vacation, Happy Gilmore, Tommy Boy. Ideal vacation: Any place with a beach, pool, and palm trees. Favorite part of this job: Everyone has a unique story, and Michael loves finding those interesting stories and sharing them with our listeners and readers. Music: A rocker at heart, Michael enjoys all styles of music from classic country to pop. Personal stuff: "#Dad Life" is what it's all about for Michael. Married since 2010, he has three older step-kids and two younger girls who have him completely wrapped around their fingers. Three dogs and a cat round out their household.
Michael Foth
This ‘Yellowstone’ Star Had a Blast at a Popular Billings Bar Monday Night
He closed down the bar in downtown Billings Monday night. Sources say he very approachable and a genuinely nice guy. We probably wouldn't have recognized him on the street without his trademark hat and dark black beard.
Save a Life. Narcan Becomes Over-the-Counter Soon in Montana
Easy access to $45 twin packs of Narcan nasal spray at drugstores and pharmacies across Montana (with no prescription needed) will surely help save lives.
Not Sorry, Wyoming Racist. We Don’t Want Your Vile CDs in Montana
Unsolicited, unmarked CDs containing racist multimedia materials have reportedly been showing up in mailboxes across Montana. The envelopes are postmarked from Wyoming and we don't want it.
This Poisonous Montana Weed Can Result in a Very Bad Day
Here's your friendly reminder to stay as far away as possible from poison hemlock. It's a nasty plant, and it can be found statewide.
The Pain is Real. Montana Rent Increases a Whopping 42% Since 2020
We knew rents were getting high around here, but this is nuts! Only two states saw a larger increase in rental prices.
Sobering Statistic. Montana Ranks #2 in US For Teen Driving Deaths
Driving in Montana can get a little wild at times. For teens, in can be tragic. Here are the top three reasons.
The Most Dangerous Time and Day to Drive in Montana is Surprising
It's not when the bars close, nor is it in the middle of the winter. NHTSA data reveals which month, time, and day are the deadliest times on Montana roads.
Have You Been to All 13 of Montana’s Highest Elevation Towns?
Insert your favorite weed pun - here - but these are the highest (elevation) communities in Montana, all at least 6,000 feet above sea level.
Fewer than 300 Exist in Lower 48 States. Two New Babies at ZooMontana
Two wolverine kits were born on January 31st at the Zoo, and they are adorable.
If Doomsday Hits, Are Montanans Prepared? Survey Says YES
We've always been fairly independent and self-reliant in Montana, but prepping is on the rise. In fact, nearly 50% of Montanans say they're survivalists.