The Small Town Ruckus: Three Voices, One Small Town, Endless Stories

 In this episode, James Poole, head football coach at Soda Springs High School, shares his journey from college athlete to community leader, emphasizing the importance of culture, perseverance, and community involvement. Main Topics:   Building a positive team culture and community buy-in in small towns   The journey from playing college football at Utah to coaching in Soda Springs   Strategies fo...

Title: Discover an engaging journey through Soda Springs' rich history, local legends, and hidden springs with Bill Horsley. From Native American tales to the story behind Caribou County’s name, this episode offers a deep dive into the area's past and the quirky stories that keep the spirit alive. In this episode:   The fascinating origins of Caribou County and its name The history and significanc...

(Explicit Content)  Warning: Not safe for work, school, church, or impressing your grandparents.  Join Casey, Cade, and Tracy as they share stories from Texas hunts, culinary adventures, and behind-the-scenes insights into local food and culture. This episode is packed with humor, travel tales, and a deep appreciation for good food and good company. Let's Start a Ruckus!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Welcome back to The Small Town Ruckus. Today we're sitting down with Cole Garbett and his dad Clay — a shot put thrower out of Soda Springs who's been turning heads on the high school circuit. Cole's got the kind of story that reminds you why the fundamentals never go out of style: hours of deliberate practice, a strong mental game, and a clear vision of where he wants to go next. We're talking ab...

 Join The Ruckus Crew for a week where the cattle are unpredictable, the travel plans are held together with duct tape and bad decisions, and somehow everything still works out… mostly.  From chaotic cattle deals and sketchy roadside adventures to the kind of ranch-life disasters you can only laugh about later, The Ruckus shares behind-the-scenes stories packed with industry insight, hard-earned l...

What does democracy look like from the ground up? This week, we sit down with Trent Clark — veteran politician from Soda Springs, Idaho — for a candid conversation about local governance, the power of your vote, and how our political landscape is shifting in real time. From timeless negotiation tactics to the tech reshaping how we engage with politics, Trent shares hard-won wisdom on why grassroot...

 THE GAVEL MEETS THE LOUNGE!!!  Judge Aaron Thompson stops by as the second applicant in the upcoming primary for 6th District Court Judge. We talk the long road to the bench, what shaped him, and why he's running.   #SmallTownRuckusLounge #BannockCounty #6thDistrict #IdahoPolitics 

This week on Small Town Ruckus , Kaid, Casey, and Tracy somehow manage to keep things (mostly) on track while sitting down with Idaho District 35 Representative Mike Veile. From campaign talk to small-town stories, it’s a mix of politics, laughs, and the kind of side tangents you’d only expect from Caribou County locals. Whether you're tuning in for the insight or just here for the ruckus, this ep...

Welcome back to Small Town Ruckus. It’s primary season, and we’re continuing our conversations with candidates who are asking for your vote. Today, we’re joined by Idaho 6th District Judge Cody Brower. Judge Brower is wrapping up his first term on the bench, and in this episode, we talk about what that experience has actually been like—what surprised him, what he’s learned, and how the role has sh...

⚠️ Heads up: language is present. Pop in the earbuds if the kids are around. The Small Town Ruckus — Episode: Hot Springs, Hot Takes & Hotter Plates with Travis Nay Tracy, Kaid, and Casey are back to stir up another round of small-town shenanigans — and this week we're hauling our nonsense over the hill to Lava Hot Springs to chat with the one and only Travis Nay. Travis is the man behind Rive...

Join  The Small Town Ruckus Podcast as they explore the heart of small-town life—where community, local politics, and personal stories intersect. In this episode, the conversation digs into what it means to show up, speak out, and stay engaged. With honesty and perspective, they reflect on resilience, leadership, and the impact of everyday voices shaping the places they call home.

In a world where small towns have big stories, the latest episode of "The Small Town Ruckus" brings together four friends who share their weekend adventures. From ski lifts to dance recitals, and even a run-in with a feisty cow, this post unpacks the humor and lessons learned in the heart of small-town life. In this post, we’ll dive into the highlights and the humorous insights from their weekend...

Tracy, Casey and Kaid are back and this week they're opening up the barn doors and welcoming a very special guest — Grace Majors, local veterinarian at Soda Springs Animal Clinic. Whether you've got a house cat, a herd of cattle, or something in between, chances are Grace has seen it, treated it, and probably has a story about it. The Small Town Ruckus trio — Tracy, Casey, and Kaid — sit down with...

The Mysterious Fate of C.B. Wilson Was it an accident — or something darker? Guest: Bill Horsley, Local Historian History doesn't always close neatly. Some stories linger in the margins of old newspapers, whispered between neighbors across generations, never quite resolved. The life — and suspicious death — of C.B. Wilson is one of those stories.   In this episode, we sit down with local historian...

In Episode 2, the wives are back—and this time, they’re diving into the invisible chaos that no one talks about: the mental load. Expect laughs, real talk, and a reminder that if your brain feels like 47 tabs are open at once… you’re definitely not alone.

 The Boys of the Ruckus And Cardinal Basketball  In this special episode of The Boys of the Ruckus , the crew sits down with Soda Springs Cardinals basketball coaches Coach Tom and Coach Boston , along with Boston’s dad, Ryan , to relive one of the most memorable seasons in recent Cardinals history. After more than a decade without a title, the Cardinals stormed their way to a district championshi...

SHOW RATING (Normally explicit not anything more than normal) This week on Small Town Ruckus , we finally did what listeners have been asking for… we handed the microphones over to the real bosses of the house. Our amazing wives Felisha, Tilly, and Lindsy joined us in the studio. The ladies didn’t hold back. We talked about how they deal with us, behind-the-scenes podcast chaos, family life in a s...

In this lively and wide-ranging episode, The Small Town Ruckus reunites, unfiltered conversation that blends insight, humor, and heart. They revisit earlier discussions around cannabis — this time digging deeper into the role medical professionals play in shaping responsible, informed conversations. From there, the dialogue expands into the importance of community, professionalism, and trust withi...

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Welcome back to Small Town Ruckus. This week, we’re diving into a topic that’s generating a lot of conversation across our state — the Idaho Marijuana Initiative. We had the opportunity to sit down with Caribou County Prosecuting Attorney Doug Wood and local ENT physician Dr. Kyle Gambrell to have an open, thoughtful discussion about what this initiative could mean for Idaho and for communities li...

(Warning: Explicit Episode) Well hey there, Ruckusville! Welcome back to The Small Town Ruckus — the only podcast where the town’s small, the takes are loud, and somebody’s uncle is definitely yelling at the radio right now.  We’ve got a packed episode today. We’re recapping the Super Bowl — the commercials, the snacks, and yes… that Kid Rock performance that had half the town fired up and the oth...

 Welcome back to The Small Town Ruckus , the podcast where the town is small but the chaos has frequent-flyer miles. Kaid just got back from Nashville—still wearing his Hey Dudes, still telling stories that start with “so I met this guy,” and acting like Broadway didn’t change him. And Mo? She’s fresh off a Mexican paradise vacation—tan, relaxed, and about three seconds away from reminding us how...

Alright, alright, alright… welcome back to the lounge. This isn’t a think-piece. This isn’t a debate stage. This is not a place for hot takes with PowerPoint slides. This is where Tracy, Casey, and Kaid kick their feet up, talk reckless, laugh too loud, and remember why this podcast even exists in the first place. Somewhere along the way, life got serious… so today, we’re doing the opposite. No ag...

 Welcome back to THe Small Town Ruckus , the podcast where small towns make big noise. Today, we’re talking about one of those groups that doesn’t always grab headlines but absolutely keeps the ruckus alive—the Soda Springs Booster Club. From backing our students and athletes to fueling school spirit and community pride, this crew shows up in ways that matter. In this episode, we’re digging into w...

Welcome back to The Small Town Ruckus . In today’s episode, Tallan and Chris introduce a local nonprofit making a big impact right here in Caribou County. The organization is called GOAL, which stands for Get Outside and Live, and its mission is exactly what it sounds like: helping people reconnect with the outdoors, with each other, and with healthier, more active lifestyles. Throughout this epis...