That Western Life
126 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 80 ratingsThis podcast is going to take someones naive interest in a culture and help them explore the trials and tribulations of the western lifestyle. We are here to share the amazing, funny, educational and unique people and animals that are in rodeo and the western lifestyle. A little bit of farming, ranching and western lifestyle, with a whole lot of rodeo!
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Ep. 125 - Echoes of Rodeo: Great Whites, Great Cattle & Great Cowboys
January 31, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 136 MBWelcome to Part I of our Western History deep dives with our resident That Western Life historian Katie Surritt and co-host Katie Schrock. Make sure to tune in bi-monthly for all things western lifestyle on the That Western Life Podcast. Summary: Starting with the first arrival of cattle to the Hawaiian Islands, the That Western Life team take a deep dive into the history of the Paniolo and the Hawaiian ranching and rodeo culture. From feral, dangerous cattle, to their own style of shippi...
Ep. 124 - Welcome to Season 6: A recap of the 2023 season and a preview of 2024
January 17, 2024 12:00 - 1 hour - 93.7 MBIt's time for the start of Season 6 of the That Western Life podcast and we are excited to bring back your co-hosts Katie Schrock & Rachel Owens-Sarno. Season 6 will also include co-hosts Saddle Bronc Rider Joe Harper & Western Historian Katie Surritt. In this episode: Breakdown of the State of the PRCA Address by CEO Tom Glause Number of members, permits, rookies, rodeos, performances and payouts July 2023 Ransomware attack on the PRCA 54% growth in PRCA Sponsorship New Secre...
Ep. 123 - Injury Management & Prevention for Rodeo Athletes with Natasha McCann
November 02, 2023 17:35 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBThere’s been a new movement in the past year regarding rodeo athletes placing an emphasis on athlete as a big part of their budding career success. Natasha McCann grew up an athlete before a major injury sidelined her from her collegiate dreams. A resilient young lady, Natasha became a buckaroo riding colts and then, on the side, got her EMT license and worked in an ambulance. Her passion for fitness and the western life led her to become a 2023 COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30 Recipient, as wel...
Ep. 122 - Rookie Saddle Bronc Rider Q Taylor
June 07, 2023 21:00 - 48 minutes - 35.4 MBRookie Saddle Bronc Rider Q Taylor is on the hunt for his first National Finals Rodeo - no small feat for a first year professional rodeo cowboy! The 21 year-old Casper, Wyoming, native had a stellar permit year in 2022, and is one of the great young guns that the That Western Life podcast team is following through the 2023 season. Currently sitting #2 in the Resistol Rookie Standings, Q dives into his upbringing, his rodeo strategy, and his hobbies/interests out side of the rodeo arena. ...
Ep. 121 - Wrangler Western's Vice President & General Manager Allen Montgomery
April 07, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 66.9 MBTo sit down with the iconic brand of Wrangler has been on our podcast bucket list for quite some time and we were fortunate enough to have the Vice President and General Manager of Wrangler Western Wear, Allen Montgomery, on the podcast for a unique insight into rodeo’s largest apparel brand. Not only do we discuss the history of Wrangler, who they build their products after, but also their upcoming trends with Yellowstone and Coconut Cowboys. Additionally, we talk to them about the market...
Ep 120 - **EXCLUSIVE** Road to the Horse Interview with JR Robles; Part II
April 05, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 133 MBEXCLUSIVE As JR Robles entered Round 3 of Road to the Horse, the first time competitor wasn't showing any nerves. In fact, cool as a cucumber (on the outside), JR was sitting undefeated in any round he had competed in in the horse starting competition after winning every round and the Wild Card Competition months previously in Fort Worth, Texas, as well as the two rounds leading up to the finale at the Road to the Horse. That was all about to change in the craziest way possible. Listen t...
Ep. 119 - COWGIRL 30 Under 30 Girl Talk Key Note Speaker Kiah Twisselman Burhcett
March 06, 2023 11:00 - 51 minutes - 72 MBThis episode is brought to you by COWGIRL Magazine who will be celebrating their 2023 COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30 Honorees at the Gala at The Drover Hotel in Fort Worth, Texas, this March. This amazing event is in it's fourth year with That Western Life podcast co-host Katie Schrock being a 2021 honoree. This year, the COWGIRL 30 Under 30 events will host a breakout brunch session Saturday midday which will feature a female empowered panel including some of the biggest names in the west...
Ep. 118 - Breeding Barn Conversations with Rachel Pozzi
March 05, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBWhile this title may allude to all things breeding barns on our current trend of breeding season and derby/futurity horse preparation, this episode is so much more than this. Co-Host Katie Schrock first met Rachel Pozzi through online Facebook Group resources regarding sprint horses, Appaloosa's, and rodeo horses. Rachel jumps on the show with Katie and TWL co-host Rachel Owens-Sarno to chat all things breeding, how to manage it, tips for the industry, how to price your foals, and Rachel (...
Ep. 117 - Rebranding the American Cow Boy
February 25, 2023 20:02 - 1 hour - 96.4 MBWhen it comes to the history of the American Cowboy, modern media has painted the picture to look one way, when the reality shows that enslaved African Americans known as "Cow Boys" were truly the icons that changed the west, creating a unique equalizer post Emancipation Proclamation. Katie Surritt & Katie Schrock take a deep dive into the history of African American cow boys and the impacts they have had on the west, cattle drives, and rodeo as we know it. To precursor all of this, thi...
Ep. 116 - Outback Stallion Stations' Whitley Sharp
January 18, 2023 23:59 - 1 hour - 103 MBIt's that time of the year when we start planning out what will be hitting the ground in the following year. Whether it's for the futurity or derby pens or you're looking to spruce up your rodeo string - Outback Stallion Station in Caldwell, Idaho, has an impressive roster of stallions and breeding options to help you make those dreams a reality! Whitley Sharp is the manager and a partner of Outback Stallion Station where they specialize in some of the best rodeo producing stallions in the...
Ep. 115 - Barrel Horse Statistics Like You've Never Heard Them Before with Amber Case
January 11, 2023 17:32 - 57 minutes - 79 MBIf you know us, you know that we are obsessed with anything related to stats with rodeo and, thanks to the Facebook algorithm, we found a like-minded individual in Amber Case during the 2022 National Finals Rodeo. We dive into the statistics of racehorses barrel racing as a second career, the best stock in the barrel pens today, and some of the work it takes to be a producer. Learn more at https://www.thatwesternlife.com/podcast/episode115.
Ep. 114 - Jona Robles and his Road to the Horse; Part I
January 04, 2023 17:00 - 1 hour - 91.1 MBJona Robles didn't start in the horse world, in fact, he only got started with horses when he was trying to impress a girl. A former professional basketball player and walk-on kicker for the University of Oregon, Jona had his degree in psychology and thought he'd always use that degree. But his education, combined with his physical athleticism, made horses an exciting challenge and one that he started to find success in quickly. Leaving his full time job at OHSU, Jona began training horses...
Ep. 113 - Season 4 & NFR 2022 Recap
January 01, 2023 18:46 - 58 minutes - 79.8 MBIt’s been a wild 2022 and we are so grateful for everyone that has joined our show as a guest, field reporter or an avid listener! Thank you to all of you and we look forward to an exciting 2023! Join hosts Katie Schrock, Rachel Owens-Sarno and Joe Harper.
Ep. 112 - NFR 2022 Recaps Round 4-6
December 08, 2022 00:45 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBJoin us for the Recaps of Rounds 4 through 6 of the 2022 National Finals Rodeo with saddle bronc rider Joe Harper and co-hosts Rachel Owens-Sarno & Katie Schrock. We chat through each event, what we've liked, past trends and current trajectories and how ALL of it plays into the 2022 World Title Race! Read more at https://www.thatwesternlife.com/podcast/episode112.
Ep. 111 - NFR Recaps; Round 2
December 03, 2022 19:22 - 44 minutes - 61 MBJoe Harper & Katie Schrock break down the first two rounds of the National Finals Rodeo in Las Vegas, Nevada, and place their Round 3 predictions. When it comes to rodeo, Stetson Jorgensen is doing exactly what he said he would do: be consistent. Caleb Smidt is putting on a CLINIC despite the fact he only practiced once before the NFR. Additionally, Joe breaks down the bronc matchups we will see in Round 3. Read more at https://www.thatwesternlife.com/podcast/episode111.
Ep. 110 - We Don't Talk About Bruno... unless it's Saddle Bronc Rider Kade Bruno of Idaho
December 03, 2022 05:18 - 59 minutes - 81.1 MBWe don’t talk about Bruno? You might not, but we definitely do here on the That Western Life podcast when it comes to first time National Finals Rodeo qualifier Kade Bruno. Raised by a bull riding father, Kade switched to the sport of saddle bronc and it has paid off well for him. After an explosive 2022 season, Kade takes the time to talk with us on the show with his travel partner and TWL co-host, Joe Harper, about strategy, mentality and future plans. Follow today's guest, Kade Brun...
Ep. 109 - NFR Steer Wrestler Stetson Jorgensen of Idaho
November 30, 2022 00:30 - 47 minutes - 65.7 MBHeading towards his fourth consecutive National Finals Rodeo sitting number one in the world, Idaho’s own Stetson Jorgensen didn’t always steer wrestle. In fact, he beat out fellow NFR bull riding qualifier Garrett Smith for the Idaho High School Rodeo bull riding title when they were first getting their careers started. Mounted on the #3 Nutrena Steer Wrestling Horse of the Year Mable, we dive deep into Mable’s history, what makes steer wrestling horses, and NFR strategy for Stetson. ...
Ep. 108 - Understanding Rodeo Counts, Circuits & Gold Buckle Strategy
November 28, 2022 19:32 - 46 minutes - 64 MBWhen it comes to making the National Finals Rodeo in December in Las Vegas, Nevada, there is a lot more strategy that goes into play than most people would ever realize - even those that may consider themselves high level rodeo fans. Diving deep into the impacts of rodeo counts, rodeo rule changes, rodeo administration and more, saddle bronc rider Joe Harper and steer wrestler Cody Cabral share with us what it takes strategy wise to get down the road on the hunt for a gold buckle. Follow...
Ep. 107 - The Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund
November 24, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 91 MBThe Justin Cowboy Crisis Fund will always hold a special place in our hearts for its impact on the professionalism of pro rodeo, as well as the work Justin Boots does to take care of our contestants and athletes not only in the arena, but outside of the arena walls as well. We dive into the history of the JCCF, the brand that is Justin Boots, and the founding people of the Justin Sports Medicine Team. Additionally, we chat with Cowboy Romance Author Shanna Hatfield regarding her writing ca...
Ep. 106 - Be A Maker School with Nevada Miller
November 22, 2022 01:49 - 56 minutes - 79.5 MBLearning from home, at your own pace is the mission behind the Be A Maker School - an online community dedicated to preserving the western crafts and arts of makers. Organized and spearheaded by Nevada Miller, a silversmith from the high desert, Nevada’s mission has grown over the years to create this unique opportunity to learn and grow about the western trades to create your own style and marketable side hobby. Learn more at Be A Maker School. Follow us on social media on Facebook & In...
Ep. 105 - Alden Stehly & The Kentucky Derby
May 06, 2022 19:43 - 1 hour - 110 MBAlden Stehly is a the third-generation of her family to be a part of the Thoroughbred Racehorse scene. Her great grandfather was the first to catch the bug after owning stockyards throughout southern California and being asked to auctioneer for a racehorse sale. He changed the game of racehorse auctions from slower paced, art gallery style bidding, to the cadence and energy that we are familiar with from the cattle sales pens. Alden's father joined the profession as well and her mother cr...
Ep. 104 - Kim Rounds, Round 2
January 06, 2022 02:50 - 1 hour - 92.2 MBKim Rounds first came on our show at the start of Season 3 and is back for a second round as a part of our collaboration with COWGIRL Magazine's 30 Under 30 Program. A specialty beef programs manager and all beef exports listed under her job title at 5 Rivers Cattle Feeders, Kim's also in charge of social media and other outreach such as facility tours. As of late, Kim's hard work has been recognized in a multitude of 30 Under 30 and 40 Under 40 awards, making her the unplanned face of the r...
Ep. 103 - Round 9 Recap, National Finals Rodeo 2021
December 11, 2021 18:29 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBAfter 100's of rodeos competed in from October 2020 to September 2021, after horse changes, injuries and unforeseen obstacles have forced flexibility and perseverance, and after nine grueling rounds of the Super Bowl of Rodeo - the National Finals Rodeo Round 10 kicks off TONIGHT. And it's going to be one to remember. Nearly every event comes down to a coin flip over who could win and, if those top two contestants have a bobble in the average or in the day money, there's another two right...
Ep. 102 - Round 8 Recap, National Finals Rodeo 2021
December 11, 2021 01:17 - 31 minutes - 42.6 MBKatie and Rachel talk through Rodeo by the Numbers after the Round 8 National Finals Rodeo. With only two rounds left, they chat about the likelihood of their top 4 picks in the NFR world title race. Check out to see if you agree with them and send us a message or comment about who you would like to know the data on! Read more at https://www.ThatWesternlife.com/podcast/episode102. Follow That Western Life on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter .
Ep. 101 - Round 7 Recap, National Finals Rodeo 2021
December 10, 2021 00:03 - 40 minutes - 55.2 MBCan Stetson Wright win the PRCA World Title in the Bull Riding? How about the steer wrestling? After Round 7, there’s been a big shake up and former world champ Tyler Waguespack is in the projected lead - but there’s a number of great contestants right behind him within striking distance. The barrel racing race continues to heat up thanks to a plethora of downed Round 7 barrels but former and reigning world champ Hailey Kinsel is putting herself back in the driver seat! Read more at h...
Ep. 100 - Flip the Script
December 09, 2021 22:55 - 1 hour - 134 MBFor a special 100th episode of the podcast, we brought in two awesome individuals to “flip the script” to interview Katie & Rachel. Fans submitted questions throughout the weeks leading up to the recording of the episode and we recorded a nearly 90 minute, all-encompassing, great conversation! A big shoutout to JJ Harrison who has joined us in every season for joining us on the podcast to help keep things exciting, full of laughs and a great time! Follow JJ on Facebook & Instagram. A bi...
Ep. 99 - Round 6 Recap, National Finals Rodeo 2021
December 08, 2021 06:58 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBWhere the rough stock riders really shined in Round 5, our timed event contestants showed up in Round 6! The average race for the National Finals Rodeo in 2021 is starting to even out with out as many changes after each nightly performance but there is still a lot of shake up that can happen. We specifically look at the steer wrestling, bareback bronc riding, barrel racing and bull riding in this episode as we look to see who might just be our 2021 Rodeo World Champions and how a plethora ...
Ep. 98 - Round 5 Recap, National Finals Rodeo 2021
December 07, 2021 06:48 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBAs always, things really start to heat up after Round 5 of the National Finals Rodeo and we are here for those sneaking in either noticed or unnoticed to win world titles. The race is close in every event except for the All Around and a dominant performance by Stetson Wright tonight made sure that we all knew that! Read more at https://www.ThatWesternLife.com/podcast/episode98. Give That Western Life a follow on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter and then send us a message with your though...
Ep. 97 - Round 4 Recap, National Finals Rodeo 2021
December 06, 2021 07:39 - 42 minutes - 58.1 MBRounds 1 through 4 didn’t disappoint for the National Finals Rodeo and we not only crowned a new Miss Rodeo America after an unprecedented two-year reign of the state titleholders, but the bareback, steer wrestling, and bull riding races are REALLY heating up. Read more at https://www.ThatWesternLIfe.com/podcast/episode97. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Ep. 96 - National Finals Rodeo Pre-Show 2021
December 06, 2021 06:24 - 40 minutes - 56 MBIt’s here! The 2021 National Finals Rodeo presented by Teton Ridge and we are excited to dive into all the facts, tips and numbers that you need to know prior to the rodeo kicking off. It should be an exciting ten days of professional rodeo, and you never know how the biggest money in rodeo will change the world title race! Read more at https://www.ThatWesternLife.com/podcast/episode96. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, where you can send us questions and tell us what event ...
Ep. 95 - Randy Bracher, Pendleton Round Up President
December 02, 2021 08:05 - 1 hour - 146 MBThe Pendleton Round Up was forced to miss the 2020 event due to the COVID-19 pandemic and to add salt in the wound, they had won seven consecutive ProRodeo Large Outdoor Rodeo of the Year. In 2021, they were back and better than ever - reclaiming their title at the 2021 PRCA Awards Banquet. But it was no small feat and Pendleton President Randy Bracher shares how they overcame the challenges and difficulties that held them up for the 2021 event. If you haven't done so yet, you can shop a...
Ep. 94 - Janzen Tew, Part Tew
November 23, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 91 MBJanzen Tew is a self-taught photographer that has grown her marketing and digital marketing agency in the niche world of western fashion over the past half decade. As a result, she was named to the COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30’s inaugural class in 2020. But her story doesn’t stop there, she’s continued to be a mover and shaker in the western fashion industry and her company, Denim & Velvet Marketing, has taken over the management of the official shopping guide of the National Finals Rodeo ...
Ep. 93 - Kaitlin Lorman of Sundial Show Clothing
November 20, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 92.4 MBKaitlin Lorman is the creative mind and genius behind Sundial Show Clothing, a unique western performance shirt company located in Ohio. The state of the Quarter Horse Congress, Kaitlin is just as surprised as the next person that she ended up finding a home in the western industry with her unique performance shirt creations - specifically with barrel racers. These items have made such a statement, that when combined with her entrepreneur prowess, skillsets, and tenacity for welcoming ever...
Ep. 92 - Crushin' It With Catie Kershner, Part II
November 18, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 88.6 MBFrom Episode 5 to Episode 92 - it's been a long time coming since Catie Kershner was first on the That Western Life podcast in Season 1. Located on the rural border between Idaho and Oregon, this refreshing jump into what Catie has been up too literally gave us chills. Why? In her original episode, Catie discussed that the reason she had Kershner Custom Silver was because her parents had built it into her core foundation that you always need to have an extra source of income in case so...
Ep. 91 - Bryce Albright of the Dude Ranchers' Association, Part II
November 16, 2021 09:00 - 53 minutes - 75.7 MBBryce Albright, the young and tenacious executive director of the Dude Ranchers’ Association, may only be 25 years old but a childhood spent working on Dude Ranches and being involved in FFA helped shape her to who she is today. Bryce joins us for a second episode on the podcast, this time as a part of the COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30 2021 class - an honor that she couldn’t believe she won! Bryce chats about the current positive impacts that the economy during a global pandemic has had for...
Ep. 90 - Dean Sams of Lonestar
November 09, 2021 21:30 - 1 hour - 98.6 MBWelcome our November Country Music Artist of the Month, Dean Sams of Lonestar! We are so excited to sit down and chat about their illustrious career as a band, the band dynamics, and pivotal moments, but we are also excited to chat with Dean about his upbringing, his accidental start of music and his greatest purpose in life - to be a dad! Make sure to give Lonestar & Dean a follow on social media, as well as That Western Life on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Today's hosts are Katie...
Ep. 89 - Erin DeLong of Durango Boots
November 09, 2021 09:00 - 57 minutes - 79.8 MBFull of energy, spunk and a love for meeting people and telling stories of the western lifestyle, Erin DeLong is the marketing and public relations director for Rocky Brand’s western division, Durango Boots. The newly named official boot of the National Finals Rodeo, Erin talks about the Durango Rodeo Team and how it’s selected, their partnerships with the American Rodeo and the COWGIRL 30 Under 30 program. Read more at https://www.ThatWesternLife.com/podcast/episode89. Follow That Weste...
Ep. 88 - Twisted X's Julia Ayres
November 02, 2021 08:00 - 57 minutes - 80 MBGrowing up in a military family, Julia Ayres moved every two years until she was seventeen years old. Despite all the new locations, there was something that she was passionate about from a young age - horses. Whether it was eight year old Julia demanding her dad follow a horse trailer to find where the horses were or asking to ride the trail ride horses, Julia was dedicated to learning all that she could. Her hard work paid off and she completed her degree in equine sciences at Colorado S...
Ep. 87 - Peyton Bennight, Yeti's Rodeo Specialist
October 26, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBPeyton Bennight has a long history and passion for the western industries of rodeo and ranching - being raised in a sale barn and living on a cattle ranch will do that. Always on the move and working hard, Peyton takes us through her career post college at Texas A&M University, covering her background as an animal husbandry expert for monkeys, teaching agriculture at her high school alma mater, and then becoming the rodeo specialist for YETI. Her passion for horses, cattle, rodeo and ranchin...
Ep. 86 - Behind the Brand With Justin Brands' Taylor Morton
September 21, 2021 19:00 - 59 minutes - 83 MBTaylor Morton was as surprised as anybody when she got a job with Justin Brands, Inc. directly following college graduation - I mean, she hadn't grown up in the western industry despite being a native Texan! But her passion for the industry grew as she poured her heart and soul into Justin Boots, their subsequent heritage brands, their support of youth groups, professional association's and more. It led her to win a spot on the COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30 Roster for 2021 and we are so ex...
Ep. 85 - Rodeo Coach & 2016 CNFR Goat Tying Champion Shelby Winchell
September 07, 2021 21:00 - 56 minutes - 79.3 MBShelby Winchell is one of the more unique guests to come on the podcast as a combination of competitor, rodeo coach and educator. If you’re ready to dive deep into the analytics of college rodeo, both as a competitor and as a coach, this episode will open your eyes to the opportunities that high school and college rodeo can provide youth competitors today. Shelby walks us through the hard work, dedication and effort it took for her to win the 2016 College National Finals Rodeo Goat Tying T...
Ep. 84 - Western Sports Round-Up Producer Karlee Peterson
September 01, 2021 00:31 - 1 hour - 99.7 MBKarlee Peterson is the dynamic mastermind producer behind The Cowboy Channel - a streaming network dedicated to all things rodeo and the western life. But if you had asked Karlee before college what her career would be, she would have told you “International Lawyer.” Great mentors gave her the opportunity to dabble in television production and she was hooked; combine that with her South Dakotan roots of rodeo, training horses with her family and the western lifestyle, and it created the perf...
Ep. 83 - Shaina Zollman with HorsePro.TV
August 24, 2021 08:00 - 53 minutes - 75.2 MBShaina Zollman grew up in the cowboy town of Pendleton, Oregon, and went on to follow in her families legacy of Pendleton Round-Up participation and volunteerism when she was a part of their court as first a princess and then the queen. After her years as a titleholder, she got involved with cow horses and, after graduating from Oregon State University with a Wildlife Biology degree, she found her passion of education and content creation with her boyfriend, Dusty. Together they created Ho...
Ep. 82 - Trick Riding Around the World with Brandi Phillips
August 17, 2021 08:00 - 55 minutes - 77.9 MBBrandi Phillips is a hardworking, passionate cowgirl dedicated to keeping the sport of trick riding and trick roping alive. While once a rodeo event, cultures have shifted leaving trick riding in the hands of women and specifically a mentorship training program centered around youth in the Riata Ranch. Brandi talks about all things trick riding, the history of trick riding, and the opportunities to travel the globe as a part of a trick riding. Whether it was an invitational competition in ...
Ep 81 - Kaitlin Gustave
July 20, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 88.8 MBNot afraid to take a chance, Kaitlin Gustave has made her amazing path through the western industry by being fearless and dusting herself when the going gets tough. The assistant editor and digital editor for the Team Roping Journal, Kaitlin’s passion for team roping rivals that of most sports fanatics! In this episode, Kaitlin shares her up-and-coming team ropers you need to watch, as well as a “way-too-early” National Finals Rodeo insider scoop! Sit back, hit subscribe, and give a listen...
Ep. 80 - PBR World Finals Female Stock Contractor Paige Stout
July 06, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutes - 60.3 MBPaige Stout was named a COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30 as a part of their inaugural class in 2020. It’s no surprise as this young woman has taken bucking bulls to the PBR World Finals five of the eight years that she has been hauling! Getting her first bull at ten years, Paige walks us through raising bucking bulls, getting her nursing degree, and what she sees as the future of women in western industries! Read more at https://www.ThatWesternLife.com/podcast/episode80. Follow today's host...
Ep. 79 - Shaley Ham of West Desperado
June 22, 2021 08:00 - 52 minutes - 73.1 MBThis episode is presented by COWGIRL Magazine. Shaley Ham is a full time tax accountant, with a love for the western lifestyle who, after getting noticed for her western fashion posts, began to build her own western fashion marketing business. While most people recognize her for her Instagram handle, West Desperado, Shaley is a COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30 Recipient and one of the most sought after influencers in western fashion. Dive deep into all things influencing, brand collaboratio...
Ep. 78 - McFarland Production's Natalie McFarland presented by COWGIRL Magazine
June 15, 2021 08:30 - 55 minutes - 77.9 MBOur very fist guest from the COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30 collaboration is none other than Natalie McFarland, someone that our That Western Life team works closely with every week through Western Insights Media. The owner of McFarland Productions, Natalie lives in the great state of Oregon, where her passion for promoting agriculture is second to none! Join us as we dive deep into the creation of McFarland Productions, the challenges of entrepreneurship, managing a team, and the artistic tal...
Ep. 77 - Ken Amorosano with COWGIRL Magazine
June 01, 2021 08:00 - 52 minutes - 73 MBToday’s guest is someone that we have been eagerly awaiting the opportunity to introduce to our listeners and that is someone who is making one of the biggest differences for women in the western industries. If you have listened to any of our episodes or read our blogs, you have heard us talk about the COWGIRL Magazine 30 Under 30 program and today the CEO and Editor of COWGIRL Magazine’s Ken Amorosano is on the show today. Ken Amorosano made his way into the western world through country ...
Ep. 76 - Keith Ryan Cartwright & The Untold History of the Black Cowboys of Rodeo
May 28, 2021 17:59 - 1 hour - 104 MBBlack Cowboys of Rodeo is a collection of 100 years of stories, told by these revolutionary Black pioneers themselves and set against the backdrop of Reconstruction, Jim Crow, segregation, the civil rights movement, and eventually the integration of a racially divided country. Keith Ryan Cartwright shares his journey from the PBR to being an author of such a pivotal story that needs telling. Read more on the blog at https://www.thatwesternlife.com/podcast/episode76. Follow That Western L...