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Preserving Rodeo Heritage: A Conversation with Betty Johnson

Join us for a special episode as we sit down with Betty Johnson from Savannah, NY, the driving force behind the creation of the New York State Rodeo Museum Facebook Page and the Empire Barrel Racing Association. Betty shares her inspiring journey of preserving rodeo...

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2023 PBR UTB World Finals – Preview with Sam

Sam and I discuss the upcoming World Finals, discuss some key matchups, discuss the Bull World Champion Standings, the new points system and a points scenario. Sam makes several predictions and catches us up on the family. Which includes ” where’s Colton...

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2023 PBR Velocity Tour – Wrap Up with Sam.

Sam and Doug discuss the PBR Velocity Tour Finals in Corpus Christi, follow up on Sam’s Saturday predictions, discuss the Unleash the Beast Finals in Ft Worth and Sam makes his predictions for that event.

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#100 The Nightmare Account: The Legacy of J Bar J Rodeo Company

#100 The Nightmare Account: The Legacy of J Bar J Rodeo Company

Hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen take you to Clare, Michigan, to sit down with Jim and Maggie Zinser of the J Bar J Rodeo Company. Join them around the kitchen table as Jim and Maggie share the incredible journey that led them to build one of the most influential...

#99 Cow Camp Chronicles: The Hughston Family’s Rodeo Legacy

#99 Cow Camp Chronicles: The Hughston Family’s Rodeo Legacy

Join us on a special episode of Beyond the Chutes as we hit the road to McBain, Michigan, for an in-depth conversation at the legendary Cow Camp, home of the 2023 IPRA Outdoor Rodeo of the Year. Hosts Doug and Sam are joined by Star and Kari Hughston to explore the...

#98 From The Cavalry to Calgary: The Bobby ‘Toad’ Cook Legacy

#98 From The Cavalry to Calgary: The Bobby ‘Toad’ Cook Legacy

Doug and Sam journey to Big Rapids, Michigan, to the 5C Ranch for an exclusive interview with the legendary Bobby “Toad” Cook. With a career spanning decades in bullfighting and rodeo entertainment, Toad Cook has left an indelible mark on the sport –...

#97 Cow Camp Conversations over coffee with Deb and Kenny Vaughn

#97 Cow Camp Conversations over coffee with Deb and Kenny Vaughn

Join Doug and Sam as they hit the road again, this time heading to McBain, Michigan, home of the 2023 IPRA Outdoor Rodeo of the Year. In this episode, they reminisce about Eli Herzberger’s wedding and catch up with some old friends. They also dive into the rich...

#96 Celebrating 66 Years of the Legendary Attica Rodeo

#96 Celebrating 66 Years of the Legendary Attica Rodeo

Join host Doug Simcox as we celebrate the 66th anniversary of the legendary and historic Attica Rodeo in Attica, New York. In this special episode, we take a trip down memory lane with heartfelt stories and reflections from those who have been part of this incredible...