Episodes
My First Branding - with Special Guest Steve King
Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Sam Fischer and Steve King delve into the experience of branding cattle, exploring the cultural significance, emotional impact, and humane practices involved in ranching. Steve sh...
Life is a Plinko Board - with Special Guest Mike Oppenheim
Send us a text In this conversation, Sam Fischer and Mike Oppenheim delve into the profound themes surrounding death, generational perspectives, and cultural influences. They explore how personal experiences shape our underst...
Death Isn't Tragic - with Special Guest Vicki Paris Goodman
Send us a text In this conversation, Vicki Paris Goodman shares her profound journey of grief and transformation following the death of her husband, Sam. Initially overwhelmed by sadness, Vicki unexpectedly found herself floo...
Shield Up, Sword Up, the Battle has Already Been Won - with Special G…
Send us a text In this conversation, Sam Fischer catches up with Emily Brummond, who shares her harrowing experience of a health scare involving a dissected aortic aneurysm. The discussion covers her journey from a seemingly ...
Survival Strategies for a Societal Collapse - with Special Guest Dr. …
Send us a text In this conversation, Sam Fischer interviews Dr. Drew Miller, a retired Air Force Colonel and survivalist, about the concept of survival in the face of potential societal collapse. They discuss the formation of...
***** SPECIAL 100th EPISODE ***** Don't Be a Victim - with Special Gu…
Send us a text In this episode of Cowboys Not Eggheads, Sam celebrates his 100th episode by discussing the theme of victimization and personal growth. The guests explore how individuals can shift their mindset from feeling li...
Attitude of Gratitude - with Special Guest Curt Hermesch
Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Sam Fischer interviews Curt Hermesch, an ultra marathon runner, exploring the mental aspects of endurance running and the personal journey that led Curt to take on such challenges...
Two Anarchists Cowboys Discuss A.I. - with Special Guests Ben Collin…
Send us a text In this conversation, the Sam Fischer and guests (past guest Ben Collins and Natasha Tupper) explore the rapid development of AI technology and its implications for society. They discuss the potential benefits ...
Stories from a Retired DEA Agent: Don't Beat Your Wife and Pay Your E…
Send us a text In this conversation, Bernie Minarik shares his extensive experience as a DEA agent, discussing his motivations for joining law enforcement, the challenges faced in combating drug trafficking, and the evolution...
Bush Cheney '04 Team Nevada 20th Reunion - with Special Guests Cary E…
Send us a text In this episode of Cowboys Not Eggheads, host Sam Fischer reunites with former colleagues from the Bush Cheney 2004 campaign in Nevada. The conversation explores their roles during the campaign, personal journe...
18 Days in India - with Special Guest Sheila Barden
Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Sheila Barden shares her experiences and insights from her travels, particularly her recent trip to India. She discusses the stark contrasts between wealth and poverty in the coun...
I Just Didn't Know Enough about Life to Be Afraid - with Special Gues…
Send us a text In this engaging conversation, Sam Fischer interviews Dorinda Verhoff, a seasoned political operative, about her career journey, challenges faced, and insights gained along the way. They discuss the importance ...
There is No Movement without Friction - with Special Guest Hal Daub
Send us a text The conversation explores the themes of leadership, the importance of character, and the role of friction in facilitating change. Former Congressman Hal Daub reflects on his experiences in politics, emphasizing...
** SEASON FINALE ** One Year of Sobriety - with Special Guests Jeff N…
Send us a text Special guests Jeff Nemecek, Rod Edwards, and Barry Rubin join Sam for a discussion of the one year anniversary of his sobriety. The panel has a deep discussion of alcoholism and how to get out of it. If you a...
Survivor of the Deadliest Shooting in U.S. History - with Special Gue…
Send us a text In this episode Lisa Rogers-Mathis describes her memories of being a witness to the deadliest shooting in U.S. history at the the Route 91 Harvest Music festival in Las Vegas on October 1, 2017. She recalls the...
Al & Millie's - with Special Guests Jack Klein and Pat Klein
Send us a text Al & Millie's in Valentine, Nebraska was a beloved institution in the community. The restaurant, bar, and cafe was known for its delicious food, including T-bone steaks, cheeseburgers, and chicken fried steak. ...
** SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE ** J.B. Fischer Says
Send us a text In this episode, Sam Fischer reflects on the wisdom and wit of his late father, J.B. Fischer. He shares various quotes and anecdotes that showcase his father's unique perspective on life. From humorous observat...
CrossFit Open 24.3 - with Special Guest Jordan Hopper
Send us a text In this episode, Sam Fischer interviews Jordan Hopper, a CrossFit athlete from CrossFit Kinesis. They discuss Jordan's background in CrossFit, his motivation for joining, and his experience with the CrossFit Op...
CrossFit Open 24.2 - with Special Guest Matt Cross
Send us a text In this episode, Sam Fischer and Matt Cross discuss their experience with workout 24.2 in the CrossFit Open. They talk about the movements involved in the workout, including rowing, deadlifts, and double unders...
CrossFit Open 24.1 - with Special Guest Jeff Nemecek
Send us a text In this episode, Sam Fischer and Jeff Nemecek discuss their experience with the CrossFit Open and the challenges they faced during the workouts. They talk about the announcement of the workouts by Dave Castro a...
Look for the Helpers - with Special Guests Bri Siegert, Jillian Watts…
Send us a text In this episode, the guests discuss their memories of 9/11 and how they help people in their respective fields. They share their feelings when helping others and reflect on why they were called to help. They al...
Comedians will Talk about Anything - with Special Guest Brad Bonar
Send us a text Brad Bonar, a comedian and former gym owner, discusses his experiences owning a kickboxing fitness gym and surviving the challenges of COVID-19. He shares stories about the community he built at the gym and the...
The Prayers they were Saying for Me were My Prayers - with Special G…
Send us a text In this conversation, Danielle Jensen shares her journey of battling ovarian cancer and dealing with other health challenges. She worked for Sam and discusses her experiences during her time with him. Danielle...
No One Should be Offended by What you Say - with Special Guests Ian …
Send us a text In this episode, Sam with the help of Chad Bishoff, interviews Ian Kidder, a 19-year-old college student, about his experiences and perspectives as a member of Generation Z. They discuss the impact of social m...