Cowboy Sh*t

This is the episode to listen to on your way to the CFR! Ted got a chance to talk to Amanda Frigon, the Fair Director for the Explore Edmonton Corporation. She plays a major role in the CFR and broke down all the logistics for us! As well as what changes they are making for this year to make it even better. No better way to get into the CFR spirit!  Get your Cowboy Sh!t fix at cowboyshit.ca

A ranch-raised cowgirl, she lives at the crossroads of tradition and creativity, just as at home horseback on her family’s heritage ranch as she is lighting up some of Canada’s biggest stages. Grounded in the values of grit and hard work, Morgan brings the lessons of ranch life into her music career, delivering a fresh, authentic voice to the industry. Welcome to the show Morgan Klaiber! Be sure to check out cowboyshit.ca for 20% off all hoodies and long sleeves until the end of September!

This week on Cowboy Shit, we sit down with Shawn Wiese, a cowboy whose story runs deeper than the rodeo arena. Growing up in a farming and ranching family in Southeast Texas, Shawn carried his roots into a 15-year bull riding career, with 12 years spent in the Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association. But his legacy didn’t stop there. Shawn became a trailblazer in the business side of Western sports, founding XD Sports, where he pioneered corporate partnerships that brought household names like Monster Energy, Yeti, and Levi’s into bull riding. He later launched Vexil Brand, a Western lifestyle clothing company that embodies grit, authenticity, and the cowboy way of life. Alongside his ventures, he raises registered Brahman cattle through Vexil Cattle Co., continuing his deep connection to ranching heritage. Tune in as Shawn shares stories from the rodeo road, lessons from building two successful brands, and his vision for keeping the Western lifestyle alive for generations to come.

It's been a minute! Did you miss us? Because we missed you. It's our 200th episode celebration, and we wanted to craft up a great episode for all of you. We got to catch up with the one and only Ian Munsick at the Calgary Stampede this year. He recently headlined at the Cheyenne Frontier Days and released a collection with our friends at Montana Silversmith. Ted and special guests Matt Korchinski and Dustin Edwards also caught up after a crazy few weeks on the rodeo trail. You won't want to miss a minute of this episode! Thank you all for supporting us through 200 Cowboy Shit episodes; here's to 200 more! Check out all things Cowboy Shit at cowboyshit.ca

Only 10 days until the Calgary Stampede kicks off! So naturally, we had to sit down with Stampede CEO Joel Cowley. Ted and Joel dive into the rich history of the Stampede in Calgary, the addition of breakaway roping, progress on the BMO Centre, whether the $100,000 prize money is making a comeback, and what Joel values most in his role. And believe it or not, that’s just the beginning. Don’t miss this one. Stay up to date on all things Cowboy Sh!t at cowboyshit.ca, and don’t forget to leave us a rating and review to support the show!  

Canada's ONLY NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, John Swales and Ron Anderson, who is a lifelong professional horseman, reserve champion and owner of the Alberta Reined Cow Horse Association, are on the pod this week! Join Ted in giving some insight into the world they eat, sleep and breathe. Ted and guest co-host James Foley also catch up about the last crazy few weeks on the road they have had and what's coming up! Big thank you to our friends at the Alberta Reined Cow Horse Association for sponsoring today's episode! Check out all things Cowboy Shit at cowboyshit.ca

We’re bringin’ the heat in this episode, folks. First up, the legend Cody Snyder rides in fresh off the PBR World Finals. He shares stories about the Bull Riding Hall of Fame inductions, and spills the details on the Kid Rock–PBR partnership. Then we’re joined by actor, producer, and writer Neal McDonough to talk about his latest passion project, The Last Rodeo, hitting theatres on May 23rd. Neal opens up about the making of the film, why he brought champion bull rider Daylon Swearingen on board as a co-star, and why stories like this are more important than ever in Hollywood. Plenty of grit, heart, and behind-the-scenes gold in this one. Don’t miss it! Keep up with all the shenanigan’s at cowboyshit.ca and give us a rating and review to help out the show!

Ted is kicking it in the new Brahma Boot Studio, chatting with 5x World Champion Steer Wrestler and host of the Luke Branquinho Show, Luke Branquinho! Keeping it on brand, talking about rodeo critiques, past injuries, coaching, and everything in between. Branquinho is a legend within the industry and is helping pave the way for more to come.  This was a great conversation, and we hope you enjoy it just as much as we do! Don't forget to leave a rating and review to help out the show New SH!T dropped on the website go check it out at cowboyshit.ca Follow Luke Branquinho on socials! Instagram @lukebranquinho and @Lukebranquinhoshow

With the PBR World Finals kicking off May 8, it was the perfect time to sit down with Sean Gleason, CEO of the PBR. In this episode, Ted Stovin and Sean dive into all things bull riding—from Kid Rock’s Rock N Rodeo and the potential Olympic future of the sport, to prize money, the team season, and everything in between. Huge thanks to Brahma Boots for the new studio set up! If you enjoyed the show, don’t forget to leave a rating and review! Catch the video version on YouTube at Everythingcowboy.com And for all things cowboy shit including apparel, head over to cowboyshit.ca  

He's back! Ned LeDoux was on episode 70 back in the day and A LOT has changed since then. LeDoux’s life has been scarred by tragedy, and when faced with unimaginable losses, the singer-songwriter was presented with a choice: either drown in the sorrow or turn these lives gone too soon into music, into song-like statues of the people he misses most. It was an honor to hear some never-before-told stories and catch up with an old friend. We hope you enjoy this episode! Visit cowboyshit.ca for the newest sh!t

As our CCMA interviews wrap up, we’re closing with two incredible country artists! This past fall, Ben Chase and Julia Vos joined Ted and Dustin to talk about balancing everyday life with chasing their musical dreams. They also shared insights on breaking barriers as Canadian artists, staying true to their roots, and, of course, adding a touch of cowboy shit charm. We hope you enjoy the show! Shop our latest 'New Retro' Collection at cowboyshit.ca and receive a FREE keychain!

Born and raised in the small farming town of Nanton, Alberta, Chris Koch has never let obstacles define his journey. Born without arms and legs, he was raised with a no-excuses attitude, a quirky sense of humor, and an unwavering determination to live life to the fullest. From playing road hockey as a kid to working on his grandfather’s farm, from studying History and Psychology to working with The War Amps and WestJet, Chris Koch has built a life that defies expectations. Today, he’s a motivational speaker, farmer, and creator of the “If I Can…” movement—spreading a message of resilience, adaptability, and living life to its greatest potential. Join us as we dive into his incredible story, his passion for travel, and his mission to inspire others to push past limitations—because if he can, so can you! Shop our latest 'New Retro' Collection at cowboyshit.ca and receive a FREE keychain!

A rising star with a story to tell! Ted and Dustin sat down with Alee at the Canadian Country Music Awards to talk about her journey from a classical pianist to one of Canada's brightest rising country stars. With a CCMA Rising Star Nomination, a #1 female single on Canadian country radio, and millions of streams, Alee’s debut album Bad Habit made a lasting impact. She shares her passion for storytelling, her tireless work ethic, and what’s next for her career. Don’t miss this deep dive into the heart and hustle of an artist on the rise! If you liked today's episode, be sure to give us a rating and review! Get your Cowboy Shit fix at www.cowboyshit.ca  

New changes are coming for the podcast! Ted and Dustin jump right into it at the start of the episode about what you can expect from the podcast going forward. This week's interview is with Devin Cooper. Ted and Dustin caught up with the Southern-rock-influenced country artist at the Canadian Country Music Awards back in September! From topping Sirius XM’s Top of the Country with his hit She’s My Religion to racking up Country Music Alberta nominations, Devin is making waves in the country scene—his way. We talk about his journey, his signature sound, and what’s next for this rising star. Tune in for an inside look at one of Canada’s most exciting country artists! Keep up with all things Cowboy Shit at www.cowboyshit.ca

He's back but as a 2024 PBR Team Series Champion! Austin Gambler's CEO, JJ Gottsch, sat down with Ted with the championship buckle behind them while discussing team goals, the new-found team aspect of the sport, fan engagement, and the challenges they continue to face.  Our talk with JJ begins @ 15:22! The excitement behind this man's voice got us ready for what's to come in the bull riding world! We hope enjoy this week's episode For all things Cowboy Shit, visit www.cowboyshit.ca  Follow us on socials @cowboyshitofficial and the Austin Gamblers @austin_gamblers @jjgottsch  

Hailing from the badlands of South Dakota, Kenny Feidler combines dark cowboy songs and stories of the west with gritty rock n roll. We got to sit down with this rodeo cowboy turned musician at this past NFR. Such a fun, talented guy with lots to say! We hope you enjoy the show For all things Cowboy Shit visit, www.cowboyshit.ca

Happy New Year! We’re kicking off 2025 with our conversation from the NFR with J.B. Zeilke—author of The Lost Cowboy, founder of Dusty Vaquero, and an all-around legend who lives and breathes Cowboy Sh!t around the globe. We got to hear about all his wild shenanigans, which is what we live for. This episode also dives into some personal moments: Ted and Dustin reflect on the Royal Wedding (AKA Dustin and Aly tied the knot this past weekend!) and pay tribute to Ted’s father, Garry, who recently passed away. This one’s dedicated to you, Stovey. We hope you enjoy the first episode of the year. Get your Cowboy Shit fix at www.cowboyshit.ca.

For the week of December 23rd, 2024, we are decking the halls with Dougie Hall! Everyone's favorite Indian sat down with Ted at Cowboy Shit's NFR booth last week to chat. Although this guy is quite the character with lots of jokes, we dove into deeper topics. He is a professional Indian Cowboy and Pro-Buckin Horse Producer with lots to say! This episode is worth listening to on your drive to your holiday festivities.  Take advantage of the last day of 20% off your order at cowboyshit.ca with the code 'CSXMAS'

For the week of December 11th, 2024, the first episode of Season No. 8, Ted gets to catch up with two of his rodeo buddies, rodeo announcer Robert Schmidt, and former podcast guest, rodeo entertainer Matt Merritt, at the Agribition in Regina, Saskatchewan. The guys got to talk about Robert's try at being a rodeo clown, travelling on the road, memorable career moments, a heck of a lot more.   Cross off a few more things off the Christmas list at www.cowboyshit.ca  Use code 'CSXMAS' for 20% off your entire order!

For the week of November 27th, 2024, the final episode of Season No. 7, Ted Stovin and Dustin Edwards visit with former Deputy Chief of Staff to Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and former Chief of Staff to Ministers of the Economy, Energy and Resources, and Crown Investments Corporation under the leadership of Premier Moe and Premier Brad Wall. He's a partner at Canadian Strategy Group, a three-time Canadian Cowboy Association (CCA) Finalist and the 2002 Canadian High School Rodeo Association Champion Heeler, from Regina, Saskatchewan by way of Weyburn, Saskatchewan, please welcome to the show Graham Stewart. Stewart and Stovin visit about a multitude of topics from rodeo to politics ahead of the Canadian Western Agribition in Regina, SK.  Shop the new fall Cowboy Sh!t gear on the website and check out all the latest at www.cowboyshit.ca