The Cowboy Cantos - Cowboy Poetry & Stories

Jason Curtman

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. cowboycantos.substack.com

  1. 5d ago

    The Biscuits Nobody Was Supposed To Like

    What happens when a proud old trail cook runs out of time and reaches for a can of store-bought biscuits? He expects groans, complaints, and maybe a little good-natured ribbing from the cowboys around the campfire. Instead, he gets something far worse... Compliments. In this lighthearted Cowboy Canto, Jason Curtman shares the tale of a chuckwagon cook whose greatest embarrassment wasn’t that he took a shortcut—it was discovering everyone liked it. Filled with cowboy humor, campfire charm, and a lesson that reaches far beyond the trail, The Biscuits Nobody Was Supposed To Like reminds us that sometimes our greatest struggle isn’t taking the shortcut. It’s accepting that the shortcut accomplished exactly what needed to be done. Moral: Sometimes we take shortcuts because time demands it, and we’re surprised by how well others receive the work. The hardest part isn’t taking the shortcut... it’s accepting that sometimes the shortcut works just fine. Cowboy Cantos is a Liberty Heritage Radio production, where every poem carries a smile, a story, and a little wisdom from the Old West. For more Cowboy poetry and stories, visit CowboyCantos.com and LibertyHeritageRadio.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

    The Biscuits Nobody Was Supposed To Like

  2. Jul 27

    The Outlaw In The Kitchen

    Every cowboy likes to believe he can solve just about any problem. So when my favorite pair of Wranglers started getting tighter, I was certain I’d found the culprit: the washing machine. Armed with confidence and a whole lot of bad detective work, I blamed the washer for shrinking every shirt and pair of britches I owned. But my wife had a different theory, and it pointed straight toward the refrigerator. Join me for another lighthearted Cowboy Cantos adventure filled with country humor, cowboy pride, and a gentle reminder that before we blame something else for our troubles, we ought to make sure we’re not overlooking the real cause. Sometimes the biggest outlaw isn’t the one we suspect... it’s the one waiting in the kitchen. 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

    The Outlaw In The Kitchen

  3. Jul 20

    Polished Boots For A Polished Man

    Can 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

    Polished Boots For A Polished Man

  4. Jul 13

    Hearken, Noble Herd!

    What 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

  5. Jul 6

    Adaptin' To The Horse

    In 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

    Adaptin' To The Horse

  6. Jun 29

    Jason's Five-Minute Burger

    Every 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

  7. Jun 22

    An Ode to the Garden Hose

    In 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 pleasures Websites Cowboy Cantos: cowboycantos.com Liberty Heritage Radio: libertyheritageradio.com About Cowboy Cantos Cowboy 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 Radio Liberty 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

  8. Jun 15

    The Mahjong Cowboy

    A 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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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. cowboycantos.substack.com

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