On-air personalities

The voices of KHEW 88.5 FM.

“Stormin’” Kimiwan

Kimiwan Standing Rock · Pê-wâpan Morning Show

High-energy morning host who brings loud jokes and bright energy as the sun rises over the Bear Paw Mountains.

He opens the day with community news, the Cree word of the day and songs to get you out the door. If you are up before the sun, he is already talking.

6:00 AM to 9:00 AM MT

“Bear Claw” Makwa

Makwa Russette · Shadows of the Bear Paws

The late-night voice of Shadows of the Bear Paws: a deep voice, mysterious legends and open-line paranormal calls.

After midnight he takes calls from across the Hi-Line and follows the strange stories wherever they lead.

1:00 AM to 3:00 AM MT

DJ Nitanis, “The Night Gopher”

Nitanis Gopher · Music director and drive-time VJ

KHEW's on-air music director, dropping high-octane Native rock, pow wow drum tracks and the top request hits.

Nitanis decides what plays next, so your requests carry weight. Catch the Song of the Day and the sunset drive home.

Nîkamowin Hits and Meyowâpan