Recorded live at Mike Swearingen’s Rodeo Reunion in Wyoming, New York, this episode of Beyond the Chutes features one of the most recognizable names in Northeast rodeo—Jimmy Grasso.
A Jersey-born cowboy who didn’t climb on his first bronc until his late 20s, Jimmy built a career defined by grit, consistency, and one simple rule: show up. Whether it was a small-town rodeo or a major event, if there was a bronc to ride, Jimmy was there—often flying himself in to make it happen.
From wrestling and football roots… to learning the hard way in the arena… to qualifying 16 times for the Dodge National Circuit Finals in Pocatello, Idaho, Jimmy’s story is one of determination, hustle, and a love for rodeo that never quit.
We talk about the Northeast rodeo scene, Cowtown Rodeo, traveling the road, friendships that lasted decades, and what it really takes to stay in the game.
This is a story about heart, work ethic, and proving that where you start doesn’t matter nearly as much as how often you show up.
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