<p>Dive into the heart of Stillwater County’s epic history with Episode 12 of <em>The Big Fat Podcast</em>’s &quot;They Gazed on the Beartooths&quot; series. Join host Milo Solomon as he sits with Dave Kem, whose quiet inspiration and support sparked a transformative documentary project, Penny Redli, the heartbeat of the Museum of the Beartooths, and filmmaker Tim Lofing, who’s weaving billions of years of geology, Crow heritage, and pioneer grit into a cinematic legacy. From a casual museum visit to a monumental community effort, discover how this project is preserving Stillwater County’s past for future generations. Like, subscribe, and share to support this historic journey!</p><p><br></p><p>Thank You to Penny Redli, Executive Director - Museum of the Beartooths</p><p><a href="https://www.museumofthebeartooths.com">https://www.museumofthebeartooths.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>Tim Lofing can be contacted through <a href="https://www.montanaoutlawproductionscom" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.montanaoutlawproductionscom</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapter Timestamps</strong></p><p>00:00 Introduction: A Documentary to Capture Stillwater County’s Soul<br>01:49 The Spark: Dave Kem’s Visit to the Museum<br>04:04 From Visit to Vision: The Documentary Idea Takes Shape<br>08:16 Tim Lofing Joins the Project: A Hometown Filmmaker’s Return<br>13:45 Building the Archive: Scanning 13,000 Images<br>16:04 Dave Kem’s Roots: Family History in Stillwater County Since the 1880s<br>26:00 Funding the Dream: Grants and Generous Support<br>28:44 A Legacy for the Future: Inspiring Communities Beyond Stillwater County<br>34:33 The Scope: From 3.2 Billion Years to Modern Times<br>41:34 Indigenous Insights: Interviews with Shane Doyle and Tim McCleary<br>45:16 A Database for Generations: Preserving Stillwater County’s Stories<br>48:17 Bobo Days Memories: A Post-War Celebration<br>53:40 Wrap-Up: Honoring Stillwater County’s History and Community</p>