About this episode
The episode explores the life and choices of Stanley Littleboy, a homeless man in Billings, Montana, and the impact of his lifestyle on his family.
A lot of people in Billings, Montana, knew Stanley Littleboy by sight. He was that homeless guy with the great face you’d see downtown or in South Park. But he had people who loved him. His kids and grandkids in Billings tried to give him options, including a roof over his head. Stanley said no. He preferred his lifestyle, even though it ended when his body was found frozen near the railroad tracks. His family reconciles what they knew and what they tried to understand about Stanley now that he’s no longer running from them. Reported and narrated by Paul Hamby, UM Journalism alum currently at the Billings Gazette See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Hosts: Jad Abumrad, Jule Banville
Guest: Paul Hamby
Topics covered
- homelessness
- family dynamics
- personal choice
- life and death
- community
Keywords
- Stanley Littleboy
- homeless
- Billings
- family
- lifestyle
- Paul Hamby
- Montana
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Billings Gazette
Places: Billings, Montana
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