HONORING HEROES OF THE WEST: MEET A MARINE CHEF IN MEDORA AND A SILVER STAR COWBOY VETERAN

In this heartfelt episode of Dakota Cowboy, host Beni Paulson sits down with Marine war veteran Kentrell Allen, who now serves as the Executive Chef for the Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation. Viewers will hear Kentrell’s powerful story of service, transformation, and how he found healing and purpose through faith, food, and fellowship in the heart of Medora. His leadership in the kitchen has brought both discipline and inspiration to one of North Dakota’s most beloved destinations.
Next, co-host Tisa Peek meets with Bruz Luger—a true American hero and cowboy legend. As a proud veteran and Silver Star recipient, Bruz shares stories from the battlefield and the rodeo arena, where grit, honor, and courage are tested daily. Known for his strength of character and humble spirit, Bruz opens up about what it means to live life by a code—both in uniform and in the saddle. His story serves as a reminder that the American cowboy spirit and our military values go hand in hand.
From military service to the Western way of life, this episode is packed with patriotic pride and true grit. Dakota Cowboy continues to spotlight those who shape the legacy of the heartland with integrity and hard work.