Podcast Episodes

Today we sit down with the legendary Mike Fletcher, the 1983 IPRA All Around World Champion, for an engaging trip down memory lane. Mike delves into his early years in Louisiana, his journey into the world of rodeo starting with his first acquisition of a Jim Houston...

Join Sam and Doug as they dive into a lively discussion about the IRA Project before sitting down with Daylon Swearingen for an insightful interview. They’ll also look back at the highlights from last week’s American rodeo event, delve into the excitement...

In this second episode of the Cowboy Round Table, Gary steers the discussion towards his 1973 competition experience at the Pontiac Silverdome, where he drew Longhorn’s Panic in front of 73,000 spectators. The group reminisces about road tales, the horses they’ve...

Four legendary New York rodeo cowboys came together for an unforgettable gathering in early December at the Rawhide Ranch in New York. Here are the riveting conversations that ensued. Gary shares his early rodeo days in Rochester, Dave recounts the beginnings of the...

In this engaging interview with Mike Swearingen, Mike delves into the intricacies of securing a PRCA Permit and strategizing which rodeos to enter, alongside the challenge of navigating the logistics between events. He sheds light on “2 headers”, competing...

Fred’s journey begins in Buffalo, NY, where he transitions from a swimmer and pizza enthusiast to training and showcasing horses. He embarks on his rodeo path by learning bareback bronc riding at Phillip’s Arena and, at 17, decides to pursue rodeo full-time....

Melanie recounts her early days in the Attica area, where she first mounted a horse and entered the world of team penning in the Attica Rodeo Arena. She reflects on the cherished memories and lasting bonds formed within the Attica Rodeo Community. Carlene and Logan...

In 2024, Attica marks its 66th anniversary in the world of Professional Rodeo, a legacy initiated by Dave Wheeler, a founding member. Dave shares his horsemanship journey, rooted in the Attica region, where he mastered riding from a tender age in Gene Redding’s arena....

Rob delves into his upbringing in upstate New York, surrounded by horses, where he mastered calf roping, horse training, and equine chiropractic techniques. He discusses the outset of his rodeo journey, highlighting the perilous yet vital role of a rodeo pickup man,...

Pat shares his journey from Rochester, New York, where he was the eldest of 10 siblings, to his first horse, Tex, at age 5, and delivering newspapers on horseback. He recounts his initial encounter with the rodeo at Edgerton Park in Rochester and his first visit to...