ABOUT THE EPISODE

Guest Justin Browning, the McNeese State rodeo coach, joins hosts Brady and Jillian on Louisiana’s Playground to discuss the wonderful world of rodeo! Southwest Louisiana’s ties to rodeo run deep and Browning guides us through the Pokes’ successful runs and goals as a program. 

 

ABOUT THE GUEST 

Justin Browning is the rodeo coach at McNeese State here in Lake Charles. The Kansas native has coached the Pokes since 2007, leading them to a pair of women’s national titles and 4 reserve national championships between men and women.  

In addition, the Cowboys have captured 20 individual national titles and 11 regional championships during that time. 

 

ENVIE EATS 

Big Daddy's Sports Grill is a "little restaurant with a lot of flavor!"

The locally-owned diner serves up Cajun and Southern comfort foods, for breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner! Big Daddy's boasts an impressive menu of daily plate lunches, hamburgers, cajun fare, seafood, steaks, and salads served in a relaxed environment where you're treated like family.

Their colorful, memorabilia-lined sports bar atmosphere is perfect for relaxing and enjoying a great home-cooked meal!

 

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