It is with bittersweet emotions that we must bid a fond farewell to Keller’s Couch in the Waste Lands. We have had the absolute pleasure of promoting this stellar podcast over the last year plus on Waste Radio. Keller and the gang have some amazing new opportunities ahead of them, and we wish them nothing but the best as they carve out their new path starting this next month. So, for one last time let’s surf those couches and enjoy these final six interviews that are sure to entertain as only Keller’s Couch knows how!
Ed Gulick
Ed Gulick is an architect, an artist, a bicyclist, and a candidate for city council in Billings, MT.
In his own words, Ed writes, “I don’t think paradise is found; I think it is created. Invest yourself in a place to create paradise.” This rings true to who Ed is as a person, having invested a lot in his community in Billings through his work at High Plains Architects, his involvement in the Billings Bicycle + Pedestrian Advisory Committee and Northern Plains Resource Council, and now through his candidacy for city council.
Ed was a recipient of the Billings 40 Under 40 Award in 2010. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from Pomona College and Master of Architecture from Yale University. In his spare time, Ed enjoys renovating his 1920 Craftsman house. And when his wanderlust gets the better of him, he explores historic districts and wild landscapes on foot or by bike.
You can out more about Ed online at www.ed4billings.com or at www.highplainsarchitects.com. Also, follow Ed on instagram to see what he is up to in our community at @ed4billings.
Sean Lynch
Sean Lynch is a musician, producer/engineer, talent booker, business owner, husband, and father. Sean is heavily involved in the community in Billings, MT and is always working to push this town to greatness. As a co-owner of the Pub Station, he always finds himself surrounded with local Montana music talent and national touring acts. Sean is a forward-thinking, motivated individual that I think you will find inspiring to listen to.
Enjoy my chat with Sean Lynch!
You can find Sean and the Pub Station:
IG: @seanlynchmt, @thepubstation406
Alana Waksman & Marshall Granger
Alana Waksman is a writer, director, producer, and filmmaker and a first generation descendant of Holocaust survivors from Poland. Marshall Granger is an an editor and filmmaker who is currently studying at the American Film Institute in Los Angeles.
These two hopped on the couch to talk about, We Burn Like This, a feature film written, directed, and produced by Alana and also produced and edited by Marshall. This being Alana's debut feature, they both are ecstatic to share what it was like working on a feature film such as this one, being in the festival circuit, and witnessing the immense support from the Montana community.
Marshall and Alana are thoughtful, caring individuals who really love film.
Find Alana and Marshall here at:
Trevan Sparboe
Trevan Sparboe is a bartender, a co-founder of the cocktail bar, Blind Bison, and is an event organizer in the greater Billings, MT area. Trevan is rooted in the culture that Billings has to offer and brings together those who look to be a part of it. With an unrestricted imagination, Trevan is driven to bring fun, engaging, immersive event experiences to the larger community.
You can find the Blind Bison at https://www.blindbisonmt.com/ and on Instagram and Facebook. You can find Trevan on Instagram @thegreat_sparbinski .
Ken Palmer
Ken Palmer is a comedian and an activist. A Chicago native, Ken began comedy through an advertisement he saw for sketch. Since those beginning days in Chicago, Ken has gone on to be a finalist in the Montana Comedy Competition twice and is active in the greater Billings and Montana area. As an activist, Ken and his wife, Amber, are active in the Billings community and are best known to have setup the George Floyd rally for BLM and BIPOC in that had over 3,000 people in attendance.
Ken is patient, kind-hearted, and full of wisdom. And laughter.
Matt Blakeslee
Matt is a husband, a father, a friend. He is the founder of Art House Cinema and manages the Babcock theater in downtown Billings. In addition to the theaters, he also is an ordained pastor and an exceptional musician and music producer. Matt is an extraordinary individual who truly cares about the community in Billings, Montana.
You can find info for the theaters here at www.arthousebillings.com. For community and his church, check out www.cmykchurch.com. Thanks for kickin' it!
