Personality, writer, foodie, music lover, traveler, history buff, baseball fan, and beer-snob from Wyoming.
Rick Roddam
Is Jim Morrison Alive…And Living in Montana?
This Friday, July 3rd, marks the 44th anniversary of Jim Morrison's death. That's assuming, of course, you actually believe that the legendary Doors singer died in a Paris hotel room in 1971.
While thousands flock to Morrison's grave every year at the Père Lachaise Cemetery in France, there are others who insist that the Lizard King is alive and well...
‘Pinky and The Floyd’ Tribute Band Announces Billings Concert
Good news for Pink Floyd fans. 'Pinky and The Floyd', the popular Bozeman based tribute band is coming back to Billings this summer.
According to their official official website, the 9 piece band will be performing at Pepper's Bar and Grill for an outdoor show on Friday, August 21st...
Billings First Lady Robin Hanel is Way Out of Our Mayor’s League
With all due respect to Billings Mayor Thomas Hanel, who does have a pretty cool mustache, he clearly out-kicked his coverage when he married his lovely wife Robin.
Have you ever seen a couple and wondered, "what is she doing with him"...
Rock Club Gets Fined For Drummer’s Flatulence
Ask anyone who's ever played in a band and they'll tell you, the drummer is always the stinkiest dude in the group. Thanks to one drummer's pungent flatulence, a Washington D.C. nightclub owner is in trouble with the authorities.
Madam's Organ Blues Bar, a D...
New Study Says Montana Has More Guns Than Some Countries
A new map published by the site Movoto, compares gun ownership in every state to nations across the world. Citing data that estimates a national average of 88.8 guns per 100 people, they concluded that there are more guns in the state of Montana than the entire country of Libya...
Nickelback Cancels Summer Tour, A Nation Rejoices
Our country has its fare share of problems. Every day it seems, there's a new story about turmoil in the inner city, political division among the electorate or some negative force that may threaten our way of life. Clearly, the United States needs something to rally behind, an event that will lift the collective spirits of the nation...
The Weirdest Laws in the Mountain West
Our elected officials have some unique ways to protect the public. For example, did you know that is illegal to raise rats as pets here in the city of Billings?
Amazingly, there are many more laws, still on the books, that are even weirder...
New Study Says ‘Angry Music’ Helps You To Relax
Looking to unwind after a long day? According to a new study, you might want to crank up some loud, fast, angry rock n roll. Researchers in Australia say listening to angry music may actually help people become calm and feel happier.
The study, which was recently published by the journal Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, examined fans of so called 'heavy music'...
If Ted Nugent Ran For President, How Would He Fare Against the Crowded Field of GOP Candidates?
The field of Republican presidential candidates is getting more crowded by the day. Even Donald Trump threw his name in the ring this week. Which begs the question, if classic rocker turned conservative commentator Ted Nugent ran for office, how would he fare against the other contenders...
Drinking Beer This Weekend Could Save Your Life…Or Give You Manboobs
Beer lovers, rejoice! Summer is finally here. Here’s some more good news, knocking back a few cold ones this weekend might help save your life.
According to a new study published by Medical Daily earlier this year, an antioxidant found in hops can help stave off dementia and lower your stress...
The Four Most Awesome Legal Fireworks in Wyoming
It's a well known fact that Wyoming has the best selection of legal fireworks you'll find anywhere in the country. With 4th of July fast approaching, we spoke to a few fireworks stores to find out which products really give you the most bang for the buck...
Journey Drummer Arrested On Suspicion of Domestic Violence
Sunday morning, Journey drummer Deen Castronovo was arrested following a domestic dispute with his girlfriend at their home in Salem, Oregon.
According to the website TMZ.com, Castronovo will be charged with assault, coercion and menacing...