Podcast Episodes

Join hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen as the BTC bus hits the road, traveling to Springfield, Tennessee, for an exclusive interview with Dennis Morris – Mr. 4-Time, the legendary Four Time International Professional Rodeo Association Bull Riding Champion. In this...

BTC is on the road again! Join us on the big red bus as we travel to iconic rodeos and reunions, including this stop in New Paris Ohio, at the legendary King Brothers Rodeo Reunion. Whether you’re a seasoned cowboy, cowgirl, or just someone with a love for the...

Welcome to “Beyond the Chutes,” your go-to source for unfiltered stories and insights straight from the heart of the rodeo circuit. Hosted by Doug and Sam, this podcast dives deep into the lives of those who live and breathe rodeo. From the thrill of...

In this episode, hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen dive deep with Lenore Calzavera of the legendary Big Hat Rodeo Company, celebrating an astonishing 104 years in professional rodeo. Lenore delivers captivating tales of the company’s origins in 1920, the...

In this unforgettable episode of “Beyond the Chutes,” host Doug Simcox sits down with rodeo legend Jerry Bellis for an in-depth conversation that spans decades of rodeo history and personal triumphs. From his humble beginnings to becoming one of the most...

Welcome to the second episode of our podcast exploring the life and career of Jerry Bellis, a legendary pro rodeo announcer who spent over 30 years announcing for the Longhorn Rodeo Company. Recorded on Jerry’s front porch in McEwen, Tennessee, this series...

Join Sam and Doug on their Tennessee BTC recording tour as they bring you captivating stories from the heart of the rodeo world. In this episode, they stop in McEwen, Tennessee, to visit the legendary Pro Rodeo Announcer, Jerry Belles. Sam and Jerry reminisce about...

Step back into the world of 1960s rodeo with Alan Coleman. From his early days learning calf roping with a simple Western Horseman book to becoming a respected figure in the rodeo community, Alan’s journey is nothing short of legendary. In this episode, Alan...

Join us in a conversation with the Goodrich family—Julie, Cliff, and Chism—as they share insights from the rodeo trail. We meet Julie Goodrich, a four-time IFR qualifier in barrel racing, who discusses her psychological approach to competing, including the importance...

Take a ride back in time with Mike Fletcher, the 1983 IPRA Saddle Bronc Riding Champion, as he shares his experiences with the Tulsa Twisters in the world of Team Rodeo. From the excitement of competing for the Twisters in the Major Rodeo League and Pro Team Rodeo to...