Monday Mornings with Cary and Willie

Ross Brunk is a handy saddler from Billings, Montana. We had a lively discussion about lots of stuff that you'll enjoy.

Here is the full conversation we attempted to upload yesterday (10/19/2026). Cary produced that version on the laptop at the ranch and something went haywire. Anyhow, 'hope this answers your question as to what we discussed.

We caught up with Montana bit and spurmaker Larry Lorang and took the opportunity to visit about the recent TCAA show opening at the National Cowboy Museum.

This episode wraps up our visits with the active members of the TCAA and their work in this year's show. There is always some nuggets in these conversations that anyone can learn from.

Find out more about one of our quiet partners in crime...Troy West! He has had his challenges this year, but came through with some great pieces for the show anyway.

Nate Wald is a top notch horseman and rawhide braider from Montana. These visits with TCAA members talking about their life, their work and who they are will benefit anyone wanting to advance their craft and life.

One of our premier rawhide braiders from Texas, Leland Hensley tells us about who he is as a Texan, cowboy, and braider. Make sure you catch the last story he tells at the end. You won't forget it!

Scott Hardy hardly needs an introduction. If you think he is just a stern-faced silversmith from Alberta, you need to listen in to this visit.

Carol Gessell is a premiere saddler from Montana and a member of the TCAA. We ramble about a lot of stuff including the story of her work in this year's TCAA show.

Troy Flaharty is a top knotch bit and spur maker from Hico, Texas. As usual, we get into lots of stuff including design and the pieces he has in this year's TCAA show.