Montana Talks

Every weekday morning, tune in to Montana Talks to get the best live and local talk show in Montana. Giving you the chance to call in at 406-294-0970 and join listeners across the Big Sky state.

From 8-10 am, you’ll hear the latest in Montana news and commentary, and in-depth interviews from local, state, and national newsmakers.

John Jackson brings a unique combination of real-world experience, national perspective, and a strong connection to Montana to the Montana Talks microphone.

A former federal agent with 30 years of service, John’s career took him across the United States and around the world, including assignments in Afghanistan and South America, as well as extensive time living and working in Montana. Those experiences give him a firsthand perspective on many of the issues shaping conversations across Montana today.

John has been part of Montana radio since 2021, appearing regularly with Aaron Flint as a weekly guest and guest host. In the spring of 2026, John stepped behind the microphone to lead Montana Talks following Aaron’s decision to run for Congress.

Beyond radio, John hosts weekly podcasts on Rumble and X and has built a substantial digital audience, with nearly 140,000 followers on X.

John brings informed conversation, thoughtful interviews, and a perspective shaped by decades of experience to Montana Talks—connecting with listeners and discussing the people, issues, and stories that matter across the state.