Way Out West

On a quiet winter night beneath the endless Western sky, a cowboy speaks to the heavens—not with polished words, but with the humble honesty of a man who knows the land and its Creator. In this special holiday episode of Way Out West with the Cowboy Accountant, explore S. Omar Barker’s timeless "A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer."Celebrate the rugged beauty of Barker’s poetry, the simple faith of the cowboy, and the magic of Christmas on the open range. Whether you’re a cowboy at heart or just long...

Step back in time to the crackle of a campfire under a starlit sky as we explore the small but meaningful comforts that kept cowboys going on the trail. In this episode, dive into the rituals and traditions that made coffee more than just a drink, beans more than just a meal, and the campfire more than just a source of heat.From the practical ingenuity of the chuck wagon cook to the moments of camaraderie shared around the fire, discover how these simple comforts created a sense of home and c...

In this episode of Way Out West with the Cowboy Accountant, saddle up for a journey into the past to uncover the lost arts of the cowboy—the practical skills and crafts that shaped life on the frontier. From the intricate braiding of leather to the delicate art of horsehair hitching, from flint knapping ancient tools to cooking hearty meals in Dutch ovens, these forgotten skills tell a story of resilience, ingenuity, and connection to the land. Explore the rich history behind these ...

From the gunslinging hero to the lone cowboy riding off into the sunset, the Old West is filled with larger-than-life legends that have captivated us for generations. But how much of it is real? In this episode of Way Out West, dive deep into the heart of these myths to uncover the truth behind the Hollywood tales. Were shootouts really an everyday affair? Did cowboys always work alone? And were outlaws like Jesse James truly heroes?Listen in to peel back the curtain on the Wild West, reveali...

It’s Election Day in the U.S., and there’s no better time to take a look back at the wild, untamed world of frontier politics. In this episode, dive into the rough-and-ready political landscape of the Old West, where lawmen, outlaws, ranchers, and railroads all fought for influence. This wasn’t about debates and ballots—this was a world where a sheriff could be as powerful as a mayor, where railroads shaped towns, and where outlaws held the loyalty of entire communities.Explore the rivalries,...