CineSnob.net editor Kiko Martinez speaks with actor Neal McDonough on his deep connection to Western culture, influenced by his Irish father’s horse ranch, and his love for John Wayne films. He highlights his roles in The Warrant, Yellowstone, and Tulsa King, and his passion for cowboy hats. McDonough shared the inspiration behind his film The Last Rodeo and its $8.5 million budget. He emphasized the film’s focus on family relationships and faith, and his personal experiences infused into the character Joe Wainwright. McDonough also mentioned his ownership of the Austin Gamblers PBR team and his commitment to family-oriented films. A written version of this interview originally ran at MySanAntonio.com.