Shitty Friends Podcast

This is our 50th podcast episode! In this episode we discuss some of our favorite episodes over the last few years. We highlight upcoming Columbia River Circuit Finals coming up in Redmond Oregon. We talk with some Ellensburg Rodeo Top Hands who are looking for new volunteers. We also put Logan through a grueling round of trivia to really test his knowledge. Thanks for listening!

In this episode we sit at the table and talk with Unkle Bob Heironimus from the iconic movie shot with Bigfoot walking near a river from 1967. Was this real or a hoax?  That is for you to decide. We discuss the upcoming release of “Capturing Bigfoot” documentary set to release on 10/20/2026. We discuss other bigfoot related stuff and the upcoming CASA fundraising event in Ellensburg on Dec 4th, at...

In this episode we highlight the 2026 Pendleton Round Rodeo and Happy Canyon. We discuss the upcoming event at Valo on October 2, 2026, with Dakota Robins and chat with him on the phone about his music. We discuss our favorite decades of country music and a bunch of other random stuff. Enjoy and thanks for listening!

In this episode we highlight everything about the 2026 Ellensburg Rodeo. We discuss the upcoming cornhole tournament at Whipsaw and the Spirt Therapeutic Riding Center Annual Benefit Dinner. We give away 2 tickets to the Cody Johnson Concert in Tacoma to a loyal listener. Check out Pendleton Roundup Rodeo and Othello Rodeo coming up September 16-19, 2026. Thanks for listening!

In this episode we pay tribute to Ben Jones (Cooter) who passed away on 8/9/2026 (includes live music from Darian Osiadacz with Rusty Cage). We highlight the Omak Stampede. We sit down and talk with Scott Riel from Columbia Distributing about all things beer at the Ellensburg Rodeo. We also discuss the “behind the scenes” work that goes into putting on a rodeo. Thanks for listenin and see you at t...

In this episode we highlight Cheynne Frontier Rodeo and the Cle Elum Roundup Rodeo. We discuss other rodeos and random topics like Kerry on a tropical beach wearing jeans and boots. We chug DRC energy drinks and sip fine whiskey. Thanks for listening and catch you in 2 weeks!

Rodeo season is in full swing. In this episode we highlight the St. Paul Rodeo in St. Paul Oregon over the 4th of July weekend. Cowboy Christmas comes to an end. We discuss other local upcoming July rodeos, taste a couple whiskeys and discuss other random stuff.  Thanks for listening!

In this episode we sit down with Henry Johnston with KXLE Radio and talk about what new and upcoming for the radio station. We cover Sister Rodeo in Sisters Oregon and Extreme Broncs in Darby Montana. We discuss Oregon Petition 28 and a bunch of other radom topics. Thanks for listening!

In this podcast episode we review the Colorama Rodeo in Grand Coulee, WA and the Advantage Dirt Bares and Broncs in Ellensburg, WA. We talk about upcoming rodeos and other local events. We also talk about how great SPAM is and other random stuff. Thanks for listening!

In this episode we review the American Rodeo in Arlington, TX. We talk about upcoming June Rodeos in the Columbia River Circuit and local events like Midget Wrestling. The Dwarfanators will be brought to you by the Ridge. Thanks for listening!

In this episode we chat with Justin McKee from the Cowboy Channel. We highlight the winners from the Red Bluff Round-Up from April 17-19, 2026. We discuss the Justin McKee Broadcast Clinic in Fort Worth, Texas and Stronger413 coffee from Wyoming. We also preview the upcoming Advantage Dirt Bares & Broncs PRCA event coming to Ellensburg, WA on May 15-16, 2026. There is other random stuff thrown...

In today's episode we highlight Henry Johnston with Johnston and Williams Funeral Home and Crematory and KXLE Radio FM 95.3/AM 1240. We talk about community and saving our local radio station. We also cover other random topics. Special thanks to our episode sponsor, DRC Energy Drinks – Fueling the hardworking men and women of the trades and the dirt road cowboys (DRC). Thanks for listening!

In this episode we pay tribute to a great friend, David W. Adams. Dave was born on July 7, 1970, and passed away suddenly on April 2, 2026. Dave was a great friend in the Ellensburg Rodeo family and in the community of Kittitas County, WA. Listen to us tell a few stories of the great memories of Dave. We finish up with a highlight of the High Desert Stampede from April 1-4, 2026, from Redmond Oreg...

In this episode we highlight our first whiskey tasting fundraiser event held in Kittitas, WA. This event raised approximately $2,600.00 for the Kittitas County Sheriff’s Association K9 Program. We are proud to get everyone together for a good cause and to support our local law enforcement. We highlight the upcoming High Desert Stampede Rodeo April 1-4, 2026. We also discuss April Fool’s Day! Look...

In this episode we sit down with Kathylee from Josie's Misfit Ranch and discuss how they help misfit pets in the community. We discuss the Generations of Ellensburg Crab Feed Fundraiser and numerous other adventures. Check out our website at shittyfriends.net to learn more about our upcoming Shitty Friends Whiskey Tasting Fundraiser.

Season 3 - Round 1 - New Year, New Me! In this episode we discuss some final events from 2025. We discuss Shitty Friends goals for 2026. We have some great new ideas. We also taste a couple whiskeys and The Beat Box. Listen in for our reviews! Check us out at shittyfriends, net for our latest merch. Thanks for listening!

Season 2- Round 18 - Life Coach Lessons - In this episode we discuss our fundraising event at Valo Wine in Ellensburg, WA. This was a great collaborative event between Valo, Rusty Cage Shitty Friends and Project K9 Hero. We also discuss the upcoming fundraising event scheduled for 11/22/25 at the Haymaker Restaurant in Kittitas, WA with Rusty Cage and the organization called 22-2-None. 22-2-None p...

Season 2- Round 17- Doggy Style In this episode we discuss our upcoming fundraising event with Valo Wine, Rusty Cage and Project K9 Hero. Retired police K9 Brakken will make an appearance at the event. Come out and help us meet our goal of raising $2,000 for retired working dogs| We taste and discuss a new wine and whiskey and talk about a lot of other random stuff. Check us out on the web for mer...

Season 2- Round 15 -Turning Point USA In this episode we recap the past 3 weeks of travel and rodeo. We taste and discuss a couple of new whiskeys. We discuss upcoming fundraising events so please listen in. Somehow, we get on the topic of cleaning your ass. Check us out on the web for merch at  shittyfriends.net . Thanks for listening!

Season 2- Round 14- Dave is not a ballerina In this episode we recap the 102d Ellensburg Rodeo and all the things. We discuss the inside scoop of each day of rodeo including some of the behind-the-scenes details. We taste and discuss new whiskey. Check us out on the web for merch at  shittyfriends.net . Thanks for listening!

Season 2 - Round 13 - Not Much in The Middle - In this episode we discuss events the Shitty Friends participated such as Cle Elum Roundup Rodeo the last weekend in July-Bucking in The Pines. We taste a few new whiskey and experience Buzz Balls. We the upcoming Ellensburg Rodeo in Ellensburg, WA. Check out our website at  shittyfriends.net ! See you on the next one.

Season 2- Round 12 - Cheers to Cletus and Ozzy - In this episode we discuss events the Shitty Friends participated such as Sheridan WYO Rodeo and birthday bus shenanigans. We taste a few new whiskeys and highlight the Cle Elum Roundup Rodeo scheduled for July 25th & 26th. We also discuss other random facts and nonsense. Check out our website at  shittyfriends.net ! See you on the next one.

Season 2- Round 11 - Cowboy Christmas In this episode we discuss events the Shitty Friends participated such as the Central Valley Rodders car show and Sisters Rodeo in Sisters Oregon. We talk whisky and tequila. We discuss upcoming rodeos as we jump into Cowboy Christmas. We talk about a bunch of other rando stuff. Check us out on the web at  shittyfriends.net . See you on the next one.

Season 2- Round 9 - Cheers to Norm - In this episode we raise our glasses to Norm Peterson from Cheers and Phil Robertson from Duck Commander. We sit at the podcast table with Karen and Gemma from Valo Wine and have a wine tasting like a bunch of sophisticated folks. We also had Darian from Rusty Cage debuting their new song titled, "I Need a Beer to Sober Up." We also discuss recent loc...

Season 2 - Round 8 - Knocking on Heaven's Door - In this episode we have special guests Sara and Drew for some live whisky tasting. We discuss the upcoming PRCA event, Bares and Brocs and Coulee City Rodeo. We tried to embrace 2000's music but could not do it. We discuss a bunch of other random stuff so please listen in! Watch out for a Shitty Friends bus sighting near you. Check out our w...