Season 1

April 29, 2021

Why Cowboys Hobble Their Horses

Hobbling horses dates back to at least the ancient Egyptians. And while today hobbles are most closely associated with Western culture and their use by working cowboys to restrain horses in lieu of trees or other tie devices...

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April 14, 2021

Boss Of The Plains: The Story of John B. Stetson

There are very few items in North American culture that carry the same iconic weightiness as the cowboy hat. It's the singular item of apparel that can be worn in any corner of the globe, by most anyone, and receive …

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April 6, 2021

What It Means To Ride For The Brand

There’s a lot of talk about riding for the brand, with even advertisements referring to the term. But, what does it mean? Well, in this week’s episode you can learn what it really means and how we can apply it …

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March 31, 2021

The Outrider and His Importance to The Cattle Drive

Considered the most important of cowboys on a cattle drive, outriders were unique in their capabilities and in their responsibilities. In this episode, we talk about the outriders of old and their modern day counterparts. And...

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March 23, 2021

The Cowhorse Connection: A Cowboy's Greatest Asset

Cowboys have a lot of tools at their disposal, but there is one that far exceeds the usefulness of all others. A well broke cowhorse. But, like any tool, it's only as effective as the person using it. And, with …

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March 16, 2021

What Makes A Cowboy?

We hear the term "cowboy" thrown around a whole lot nowadays. So, it got me to thinking, what makes one a cowboy? If you're curious about that too, take a listen to this episode where I share my thoughts about …

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March 9, 2021

Why Spurs Are For More Than Looks

A lot folks think a cowboy's spurs are merely so he can look fancy. In this episode, though, we'll talk about the western spur, what they're used for, and the lessons we can take from the signal a touch of …

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March 2, 2021

The Secret Of Why You Should Always Saddle Your Own Horse

There is no tool more important to the cowboy than his horse and saddle. In this episode we dive into the timeless wisdom behind a piece of advice every seasoned cowboy knows well. Beyond just a practical tip, we'll explore …

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Feb. 23, 2021

Saddle Up! And, Welcome to Way Out West with The Cowboy Accountant

This is the inaugural episode of a podcast that I’ve wanted to do for a while. If you like cowboy stuff, or the history of the American West, or cowboy wisdom, this podcast is for you! In this first episode, …

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