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
Yes, Driving Too Slowly in the Fast Lane in Montana is Illegal
Regardless of the laws... if you want to drive slow, for the love of God, please stay in the right-hand lane on the interstate. And if you're jamming up traffic on a two-lane PULLOVER. Literally, everyone thanks you.
What Would it Take to Get a Ben & Jerry’s in Montana?
Will we ever see a Ben & Jerry's in Montana? Here's what the company said about expanding into Big Sky Country.
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.
Exciting New ‘Street Food’ Restaurant Coming to Downtown Billings
OPENING TODAY (2/17)! The franchise has a funny name, but the menu and concept look quite attractive. It will take over the former Perch spot on North Broadway.
Got Talent? Billings Symphony Hosting Auditions for Tenured Positions
Auditions for a number of openings begin on April 1. The deadline to apply is March 24th.
[VIDEO] Did You See the Strange Object Floating Above Billings Wednesday?
The Billings airport temporarily grounded flights this afternoon and a USAF KC-10A repeatedly circled the skies above south central Montana today, while residents are wondering what in the heck we saw.
Oops. Tourist Mistakenly Lands in Billings Instead of Australia
Here's the tale of one foreign traveler who inadvertently landed in Billings recently - instead of Australia - on his way to Sidney... er, Sydney.
2022 Fires Could Raise Flood Danger this Spring in Montana
FEMA reminds Montana residents that wildfires leave a potential hazard well after the flames have been snuffed out.
EPA Urging Montanan’s to ‘Test Your Nest’ for Radioactive Gas
Radon is found in almost half of all homes in Montana. The odorless, colorless gas is the leading cause of lung cancer in the US for non-smokers. Here's where to get low-cost radon test kits.
You Had WHAT for Dinner?? Montanans Favorite Cheap Meals at Home
Bread noodles, beanie weenies, and rice and raisins are likely less well-known than other classic budget foods (like mac and cheese or Hamburger Helper), but with food prices so outrageous right now, feel free to give these ideas a shot next time your food budget is tight.