Boots and Backstraps Podcast

Shayne Michael and Tom Katt invite Bruce Hudalla to chat about his love for hunting, conservation and sharing the sport with new hunters. We also bring back one of our favorite hot topics: Is fishing hunting? Bruce tells about bow fishing - will we get Tom Katt and Shayne Michael on a boat? We hope so!

The past few weeks at Boots and Backstraps have been insane! Tom Katt and Shayne hosted the barn stage at WeFest, we celebrated the 40 years of The Rowdy Cowboy Show and moved the podcast setup from the studio to Hoggs and back! We recap the past few weeks and talk fall hunting! Who's excited for fall hunting? WE ARE!

Shayne Michael and Tom Katt host not only a remote episode of Boots and Backstraps Podcast but kicked off the night celebrating the 40th Reunion for The Rowdy Cowboy Show (recorded July 31, 2021) at Hoggsbreath Bar! We hear from many of the entertainers that had been a part of The Rowdy Cowboy Show over the years and the owner of the Hoggsbreath, Tom Durray! Tons of laughs, stories and a big surprise to our hosts at the end! Don’t miss out as we recount the beginning of The Rowdy Cowboy Show and in the time Shayne Michael and DJ Kid George took over. Guests: DJ Deisel, Sparky, DJ Lugnutt, DJ Bubba Rocks,  Durty Dave, CBT, Danie G and DJ Kid George.

Steve Kretsinger local musician best know for his role in Nationally Known Band High Noon! He is now playing locally solo and with one of our favorite bands - The Farmer's Daughters! Tune in as Steve chats with Shayne Michael and Tom Katt! He also sings a few songs for us in studio!

Local musician Karina Kern kick back with our hosts Shayne Michael and Tom Katt. Sass, class and a little smart ass. Karina plays two of her original songs! Must watch + listen!

Episode 021

Kenny Flexx, midwest DJ and entertainer joins Shayne Michael and Tom Katt in the studio! Shayne, Kenny and our statistician Killer Kyle all met almost 30 years ago at the Coon Rapids Cheap Skate. We all jump in the way back machine and tell about their roller rink days, DJing gigs with vinyl and cd’s and hilarious shenanigans. Tons of laughs including: what you say when you don’t want to play a request, scratching the Macarena vinyl and more!

We have a new studio set up and Jeff Bauler was the perfect guest to break it in. Jeff talks waterfowl, conservation, bird calls, line dancing and more! With your hosts Shayne Michael and Tom Katt.

Midwest musician and good friend Brandon Backstrom joins us for episode 019! Brandon fills us in on all the things happening at BOBFM like the homegrown show and his journey into music. Your hosts Shayne Michael and Tom Katt.

Boots and Backstraps Episode 018: Dave McElroy 

Ladies and gentleman meet Dave McElroy! Nashville country music star,  christian, hunter and incredibly humble human! Join Shayne Michael and Tom Katt as we get to know Dave in his music journey and hunting adventures. He is going places and we are pumped to make a new friend.

Boots and Backstraps Episode 017: Michael E Jordan

Today's episode with Michael E Jordan is not only an amazing story of entrepreneurship but crazy connections with national sports legends and country pop stars. From turkey hunting to meeting Eric Church - you don't want to miss this. With your hosts Shayne Michael and Tom Katt!