Swapping Saddles – Sam Interviews Doug

Nov 6, 2023

In a special edition of our podcast recorded live from the Western Festival St. Tite, Sam and Doug trade places for a unique twist on the traditional format. With Sam taking the reins as the host and Doug stepping into the guest spotlight, listeners are treated to an engaging conversation about Doug’s upbringing in rural Iowa. From his early days riding and showing horses to memories of his grandfather’s rodeo arena in New Hartford, Iowa, Doug shares stories of his rural upbringing. Along the way, Sam discovers unexpected parallels in Doug’s experiences, forging a deeper connection between these two hosts. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind episode filled with laughter, nostalgia, and the timeless spirit of the Western lifestyle.

We hope that you enjoy.

Resources:

New Hartford, Iowa

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Hartford,_Iowa

Pony of the Americas – POA

https://www.poac.org/

University of Northern Iowa

https://uni.edu/

Pond Hill Rodeo

http://www.pondhillranch.com/Rodeo.html

Rawhide Rodeo

https://rawhiderodeo.com/

New York State Rodeo Museum

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1159615314694489

Beyond the Chutes Facebook Page

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241

Beyond the Chutes Webpage

https://beyondthechutes.show/

ParaSight Systems

https://www.parasightsystem.com/

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