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
True Montanans Know These Eight Sounds Instantly
Does Montana have a sound? Sure we do! Here are eight sounds heard around the state, instantly recognizable by locals.
What Are the Weirdest Things to See in Montana?
Step off the beaten path and explore Montana's weird and wonderful destinations.
FOR SALE: Small Town Bar 40 Minutes from Billings Seems Like a Bargain
A turn key bar for less than the price of a house? Just 40 minutes from Billings, the Two Bear Tavern in Fromberg is looking for a new owner.
Montana Has the ‘Most Remote Town’ in the Lower 48
Plan your Costco list carefully. This small Montana community is 4.5 hours by car to any city larger than 75,000. It's considered the most remote town in the lower 48 states.
Family Camping Near Billings: 26 Easy to Access Campgrounds
Looking for an easy-to-access place for a quick family camping trip near Billings? There are 26 FWP Fishing Access Sites in our area (Region 5) that permit camping for up to seven days.
Hiking in Montana? ‘Whistle Pigs’ Might Nibble Your Boots
They look like a cross between a gopher and a groundhog and are members of the squirrel family. These curious high altitude creatures have been known to nibble on hikers boots if they stand still for a moment.
VANISHED: Renee Arcand Was Last Seen Camping Near Glendive
SAR teams in eastern Montana resumed searching the Yellowstone River last weekend for Renee Arcand. The 36-year-old woman disappeared while camping with a traveling companion the night of June 27, 2023.
Wild Mushrooms Could Hit Record Prices this Year in Montana
$75 per pound for wild mushrooms? It's possible. Shroom season is about to begin in Montana and the popular morel could hit record prices this year.
New Ownership and Changes Underway at Popular Red Lodge Resort
Yes, Rock Creek Resort south of Red Lodge is still open and yes... changes are probably coming.
Charming Lakeside Montana Airbnb is Straight Out of a Postcard
This is the kind of cabin we think of when making summer Montana memories on the lake. Near Kalispell, the charming Airbnb on Ashley Lake has million dollar views with realistic rates.