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The Cowboy Cantos - Cowboy Poetry & Stories
Hosted by Jason Curtman · EN
Cowboy Cantos is a podcast of poetry and stories rooted in faith, frontier wisdom, and the spirit of the American West. Hosted by Jason Curtman, a lifelong radio man and lover of cowboy lore, each episode invites you to saddle up and listen close.
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Polished Boots For A Polished Man
3w ago00:03:42Tap to summarizeCan a simple lesson in shining a pair of Sunday boots change a young man’s life?In this original Cowboy Cantos poem, an old cowboy named Hank notices a young hand preparing for church with a pair of dusty boots and a hopeful heart. As they work together to bring a shine back to well-worn leather, Hank shares a lesson that reaches far beyond polish and appearance.What begins as practical advice becomes a timeless reminder that humility, honesty, respect, and good character are the qualities that truly leave a lasting impression.Join Jason Curtman for another Cowboy Cantos, where the wisdom of the American West is passed from one generation to the next, one story at a time. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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Hearken, Noble Herd!
4w ago00:03:30Tap to summarizeWhat happens when a classically trained Shakespearean actor trades the stage for the saddle?In this lighthearted Cowboy Cantos tale, Montgomery “Monty” Pike heads west in search of honest work while waiting for his big break on the stage. The ranch crew quickly discovers that Monty doesn’t speak like any cowboy they’ve ever met. Every greeting sounds like a royal proclamation, every branding becomes a dramatic performance, and every attempt to move cattle is delivered in the language of Shakespeare.The only problem?The cows aren’t impressed.Join Jason Curtman for another original Cowboy Cantos story filled with ranch humor, memorable characters, and a timeless lesson from the American West.Today’s Moral:There’s a time to perform... and a time to get the job done. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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Adaptin' To The Horse
Jul 600:03:48Tap to summarizeIn This Episode Of Cowboy Cantos, Jason Curtman shares the humorous tale of Old Buck, a cowboy whose horse has a habit of disappearing whenever the opportunity arises. After years of searching fence lines, creek beds, and neighboring ranches, Buck reluctantly embraces a little modern technology in the form of a GPS tracker, only to discover that while you may never change a horse’s nature, you can certainly change your own approach.Filled with laughter, western charm, and a timeless life lesson, Adaptin’ To The Horse reminds us that wisdom often comes not from changing others, but from learning how to better understand and adapt to them. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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Jason's Five-Minute Burger
Jun 2900:04:05Tap to summarizeEvery cowboy has a story about the one that got away. This one happens to come with a side of fries.In today’s Cowboy Cantos, Jason Curtman shares a humorous tale of determination, trial and error, and one unexpected discovery that changed hamburger night forever. Along the way you’ll meet cast-iron skillets, old-fashioned diners, plenty of cowboy wisdom, and discover why sometimes the simplest ideas turn out to be the best ones.Whether you’re a backyard grill master, a camp cook, or just someone who appreciates a good laugh and an even better story, this lighthearted poem serves up a generous helping of both.So pull up a chair, settle in, and enjoy Jason’s Five-Minute Burger... a cowboy tale proving that sometimes the greatest discoveries happen right in your own kitchen.On a side note - This method really does work. My own mother-in-law tried it and she agrees. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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An Ode to the Garden Hose
Jun 2200:03:20Tap to summarizeIn this nostalgic and humorous Cowboy Canto, Jason Curtman tips his hat to one of the simplest pleasures of growing up in the country: drinking cold water from a garden hose on a hot summer day.While today’s world offers bottled water from glaciers, mountain springs, and exotic destinations, many of us remember a time when the finest drink on earth came from a green garden hose stretched across the backyard. Waiting for the warm water to pass through, standing barefoot in the grass, and taking that first cold sip is a memory shared by generations of Americans.Through lighthearted storytelling and cowboy humor, Jason reflects on childhood summers, country living, and the simple experiences that often become our most treasured memories.Join us for a smile, a laugh, and a trip back to a simpler time.In This Episode* Memories of growing up in the country* The universal experience of drinking from a garden hose* Cowboy humor and nostalgia* Reflections on simpler times and childhood summers* Appreciating life’s small pleasuresWebsitesCowboy Cantos: cowboycantos.comLiberty Heritage Radio: libertyheritageradio.comAbout Cowboy CantosCowboy Cantos is a collection of humorous, heartwarming, and thought-provoking cowboy poems and stories hosted by Jason Curtman. Inspired by the traditions of the American West, each episode celebrates rural life, timeless values, and the memories that connect us all.About Liberty Heritage RadioLiberty Heritage Radio is where values are louder than noise, featuring news, commentary, music, storytelling, and programs celebrating America’s heritage and culture. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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The Mahjong Cowboy
Jun 1500:05:00Tap to summarizeA fractured kneecap put me on the sidelines and forced me to slow down for the first time in a long while. What followed was an unexpected journey that took me far from the trails I was used to traveling and into a world I never thought I’d explore.In this episode of Cowboy Cantos, I share a lighthearted tale about setbacks, surprises, and the strange places life can lead when our plans are suddenly changed.Sometimes the trail you didn’t choose turns out to be worth the ride. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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The Guilt of Thor
Jun 100:03:13Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Cowboy Cantos, Jason Curtman shares a humorous and heartfelt country story inspired by a real visit to his Uncle Lewis Wall’s farm outside Iberia, Missouri.What began as an ordinary afternoon stop quickly turned into a front-porch mystery involving a pile of turkey feathers, a nearby turkey farm, and one very suspicious shaggy black dog named Thor.With Uncle Lewis Wall calmly overseeing the situation from his porch swing, it only took a single feather to uncover the truth… and Thor’s reaction said far more than words ever could.This story did indeed happen, and like many good country memories, it has lived on for years through laughter, storytelling, and family recollections.Blending rural humor, vivid storytelling, and the kind of honest moments only found in the country, this Cowboy Cantos tale captures the charm of old farms, gravel roads, and unforgettable personalities.Sometimes the loudest confession comes without a single bark.And friends, before I ride on out of here…My Uncle Lewis Wall was the one who really seeded the interest in poetry for me. I don’t think he’d ever heard the term “cowboy poet,” and truthfully, I don’t think he would’ve considered himself one anyway… mostly on account of where he lived. He probably would’ve been closer to what folks might call a hillbilly poet in that sense.We used to sit there in his living room at the old farm outside Iberia, swapping country stories and poetry back and forth for hours at a time.And I’ll tell you honestly…I sure do miss him.Until next time, remember to cinch your saddle tight and ride clean. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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Grandma Never Shared Her Pie
May 2500:03:08Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Cowboy Cantos, Jason Curtman shares a humorous and heartfelt small-town tale about a grandmother whose famous pies became the stuff of family legend.For years, nobody, not friends, not neighbors, not even family, ever managed to get a slice. The mystery only deepened with every holiday gathering, every locked pantry door, and every unanswered question.Inspired in part by old country stories and memories from simpler times, this piece blends humor, nostalgia, family folklore, and a touch of backwoods mystery into a classic front-porch-style storytelling poem.If you’ve ever had a relative with a secret recipe, or a secret they never quite explained, this story may feel strangely familiar. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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Somersaults In The Mud
May 1800:03:42Tap to summarizeWhat started as a simple trip to Family Dollar turned into a full-scale backyard wreck involving leashes, mud, bruised pride, and a cat that appeared at exactly the wrong moment. In this episode of Cowboy Cantos, Jason Curtman shares the true story behind an unexpected January “stampede” that left him rolling through the mud and reconsidering a few life decisions along the way.It’s a fast-moving cowboy tale filled with humor, hard landings, loyal dogs, and the kind of laughter that only comes after the bruises fade. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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Horseradish Hank
May 1100:03:41Tap to summarizeIn this episode of Cowboy Cantos, Jason Curtman shares a personal confession about those dangerous little red peppers hiding in Kung Pao chicken... and how they reminded him of a cowboy he once knew named Horseradish Hank.Hank had a love affair with horseradish that bordered somewhere between dedication and self-destruction. He put it on roast beef, biscuits, popcorn, pie, banana bread, and just about anything else that sat still long enough. The problem was... Hank couldn’t actually handle the heat.What follows is a humorous cowboy poem turned country comedy song about spicy food, bad judgment, watery eyes, stubborn pride, and the strange human tendency to keep going back for more punishment even when we know better.Filled with western humor, colorful food imagery, and fast two-step energy, this tale rides somewhere between cowboy poetry and old-time dancehall comedy. Best enjoyed with a grin, a cold drink nearby, and maybe a little caution around the peppers.Remember to keep your saddle cinched, ride clean, and go easy on the peppers.For more cowboy poetry and stories, visit CowboyCantos.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit cowboycantos.substack.com
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