In this heartfelt episode of the Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering podcast, host Jim Buchanan sits down with ranching couple Gail and Amy Steiger of Spider Ranch. Together, they share cowboy poetry, music, and stories shaped by a life lived side by side on 48,000 rugged acres of Arizona forest land.
Amy recites evocative poems like “See You at the Barn” and “Work Song,” revealing a deep connection to land, labor, and love.
Gail reflects on his grandfather, Gail Gardner, and performs the iconic “Tying Knots in the Devil’s Tail.” He and Amy also share a touching original duet, “Written in the Key of Us,” blending poetry and song in tribute to their shared journey.
Whether you’re a fan of poetry, a lover of the land, or simply curious about modern ranch life, this episode offers an intimate look at two people living and creating in harmony with nature.
Don’t miss the 2025 Arizona Cowboy Poet Gathering: August 7–9 at Yavapai College, Prescott, AZ. Learn more at azcowboypoets.org.
The 37th Arizona Cowboy Poets Gathering will be held from August 7 to 9, 2025, at the Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center on the Yavapai College campus.
