Episode 305: The Popcorn Colonel

Round up your girlfriends and get ready for a night out in Downtown Great Falls! This week on We're No Dam Experts, Rebecca and Shannon are joined by Anna Gallagher of Downtown Great Falls to talk about Ladies Night Out, happening Thursday, November 19. From shopping and special deals to food, drinks, and a little holiday cheer, Anna gives us the scoop on what to expect from this fun downtown tradition and why it's a great excuse to enjoy an evening with friends. More info: https://www.facebook.com/events/3792430900911996  

Made in Montana, made in Great Falls, and made to smell amazing! This week on We're No Dam Experts, Rebecca and Shannon are joined by Chanda D'Angelo, the creative mind behind Montana Melts 406. From handmade wax melts and candles to diffusers, Chanda is putting her own spin on home and car fragrances with a focus on high-quality, cleaner ingredients and unique products. We talk about the story behind her Great Falls business and what goes into creating her products.  Montana Melts on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Montana-Melts-61553800378908/  Montana Melts on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/montanamelts406/    

After nine years of shaking up Great Falls' cocktail scene, Enbär is mixing things up once again! But don't worry, they're not going anywhere. In this episode of We're No Dam Experts, Rebecca and Shannon talk about Enbär's decision to move away from daily service and focus on a new lineup of curated experiences. From wine tastings and spirit experiences to special culinary events, private gatherings, and catering, there's still plenty on the menu. Find out what's changing, what's staying, and why this next chapter gives Great Falls another reason to raise a glass. Check out Enbär's upcoming events and experiences at https://www.enbarmt.com/events.

Some Great Falls businesses are more than just places to shop. They're part of the community's story! This week on We're No Dam Experts, Rebecca and Shannon are joined by Debbie and Nicole from The Popcorn Colonel to talk about one of Great Falls' most legendary local businesses. For nearly 25 years, this family-owned favorite has been keeping Great Falls snackers happy with gourmet popcorn, recipes dating back to 1931, and more than a dozen flavors. From classic caramel corn to the beloved Montana Mix and creative monthly specials, there's a little something for everyone. We're talking popcorn, local history, and the legacy of a Great Falls institution that's become much more than just a place to grab a snack. Grab a bag of your favorite flavor and tune in. This episode is sure to be mmm, tasty! Learn more about The Popcorn Colonel at thepopcorncolonel.com.

Things are getting spooky in Great Falls! Tianta and Liz from Act Normal Theatre join us to talk about their upcoming production, Night Terrors: Four Gothic Tales, bringing four chilling stories to life inside the historic Ursuline Centre. We also get to know Act Normal Theatre, a local theatre company that's been entertaining Great Falls since 2013 with everything from murder mystery dinner theatre to comedies and creepy dramas. Find out what makes this group tick and why you should get out and experience some live theatre! Learn more about Act Normal Theatre on Facebook and find tickets at actnormal.ludus.com.

There's a new maestro in town! We're joined by Robert Kahn, the new Music Director of the Great Falls Symphony, and the Symphony's Marketing Director, Tia, to talk about Robert's journey to Great Falls, his impressive musical background, and what's in store for the Symphony's 68th season. From classical favorites and The Nutcracker to Jurassic Park with a live orchestra, there's plenty to get excited about! Get to know the man behind the baton and discover why this new chapter of the Great Falls Symphony is music to our ears. Explore the season and get tickets at gfsymphony.org.

Grim Tales 2.0 We're heading back to the grim side of Great Falls history! Ashleigh from The History Museum joins Rebecca and Shannon with sneak peeks at some new true, terrible, and chilling tales from Great Falls' past—and the real places where they happened. If Episode 202 left you wanting more murder, mystery and unsettling local history, you're in luck. Ashleigh also shares how you can experience the stories for yourself during The History Museum's Grim Tales Walking Tour this October. Grim Tales Walking Tour Tuesday, October 6, 2026 | 6–7:20 p.m. The History Museum, 422 2nd St. S. Members: $10 | Non-members: $15 Advance registration required by 5 p.m. October 6 Call 406-452-3462 or visit The History Museum to register. The tour happens after dark and in all weather, so dress accordingly—and be prepared for stories involving death, murder, suicide and prostitution. Also mentioned: TerraCotta Quest: https://www.greatfallshistorymuseum.org/terra-cotta-quest  

Great Falls has art in some unexpected places, including the windows of a downtown parking garage. On Episode 301, Rebecca and Shannon are joined by artists Kyle Daugherty and Liz Lauver, Great Falls Montana Tourism's Content and Events Director, to talk about the Great Falls Urban Art Project. They share how the project got started, how it works, their own installations, and how rotating public art adds to Great Falls' creative culture. The newest Urban Art Project installation is dedicated to Dan Price, a friend and avid supporter of the arts. Reception: • Saturday, September 26 at 5 p.m. • 315 1st Avenue South, followed by a celebration at KellerGeist • Appetizers, cake, no-host bar, open mic and music from Natalie and Cameron Nicolson Learn more and follow the Great Falls Urban Art Project: https://www.facebook.com/GFUrbanArtProject IG: @LizLauver and @nonayme85

We're celebrating Episode 300 with returning guests Duane Braaten and Jessica Nebel from the C.M. Russell Museum! They join Rebecca and Shannon to talk about Charlie Russell's Legacy: Celebrating 100 Years, a once-in-a-century celebration happening the weekend of October 10th 2026 in Great Falls. From live music, food and Traditional Native Games to art, speakers, family activities and a special Legacy Exhibition and Sale, the day honors 100 years of Charlie Russell's enduring influence on Western art and culture. Plus, hear what's planned for the Next Generation Art Showcase and how the celebration looks beyond Russell's past to the artists carrying Western art forward.   Schedule of events: https://cmrussell.org/meet-charlie/legacy/charlie-russell-legacy-schedule/  

Oktoberfest is taking over downtown Great Falls! Dan Morano of Annie's Tap House is back with Rebecca and Shannon to talk German beer, food, firkins and how downtown businesses are teaming up to celebrate Oktoberfest Great Falls style. Kick things off Thursday, September 24 with the Firkin Crawl: • 6 p.m. — Celtic Cowboy • 6:45 p.m. — Annie's Tap House • 7:30 p.m. — KellerGeist Then come back Friday, September 25 at 5 p.m. for Oktoberfest in the 100 block of Central Avenue, featuring Oktoberfest beers, German-inspired food, live music, a stein hoist, keg roll, Hammerschlagen and more. Listen to find out what exactly a firkin is, the difference between Märzen and Festbier, and why you might want to make a weekend out of Oktoberfest in Great Falls. Prost!