Podcast Episodes
#141 Rick Bevington: From Roughstock Cowboy to Rodeo Judge
In this episode of Beyond the Chutes, host Doug Simcox sits down with Rick Bevington—roughstock cowboy turned respected pro rodeo judge—at the 2nd Annual King Brothers Rodeo Reunion in Lewisburg, Ohio. Rick shares his unforgettable journey from riding bareback horses,...
#140 Better Be Handy: RV Life, Rodeo Bonds & Rolling with Doug Simcox
Saddle up for a ride through the adventures of the RV lifestyle—where every road leads to a new story and the journey is half the thrill. Stan and Doug meet in Billings, Montana. In this heartwarming episode of The Wandering Gypsy RV Life, host Stan Cromlish welcomes...
#139 The Want To: Sid McKissick’s Bullfighting Journey
Bullfighter Sid McKissick shares how “cow sense,” grit, and a Southern drawl took him from Wetumpka to the Bud Light Cup Tour—only on Beyond the Chutes. In this down-to-earth episode of Beyond the Chutes, host Doug Simcox sits down at the Kickback Ranch with Alabama...
#138 Legacy and Laughter with Sid McFarland
Discover the untold story of rodeo legend Sid McFarland—55 years of bullfighting, clowning, and cowboy grit in this unforgettable Beyond the Chutes Rodeo podcast episode. In this heartfelt episode of Beyond the Chutes, host Doug Simcox sits down at the Kickback Ranch...
#137 Legends, Longhorns & Laughter: Stories from the Kickback Ranch Rodeo Reunion
True grit, busted limbs, longhorns worth six figures—and one horse who checked into the Holiday Inn. Only at Kickback Ranch. In this unforgettable episode of Beyond the Chutes, host Doug Simcox heads to Jerry and Mindy’s Kickback Ranch in Raymer, Alabama, for one of...
#136 BTC Classics: A Conversation with New York’s Betty Johnson
Welcome to the launch of BTC Classics Throwback Thursday—where we bring back some of our most inspiring and memorable episodes from the past! To kick off the series, we’re revisiting a conversation with Betty Johnson, the driving force behind the New York State Rodeo...
#135 Legendary Rodeo Announcer Jerry Todd: Look Up and Pray for the Best
BTC host Doug Simcox travels to Ramer, Alabama and sits down with legendary pro-rodeo announcer Jerry Todd. From riding bareback horses to becoming one of the most recognizable voices in rodeo, Jerry shares his incredible journey. We discuss his start in announcing,...
#134 TED: the Roles We Play
In this episode of Beyond the Chutes: Quiet Enough to Ride, host Doug Simcox dives deep into The Empowerment Dynamic (TED) and the critical shift from the Victim Mindset to the Creator Mindset. We break down the Dreaded Drama Triangle (DDT)—how blame, shame, and guilt...
#133 Born to Ride: The Trick Riding Journey of Windy Ratchford Lattin
Join host Doug Simcox as he sits down with Windy Ratchford Lattin, a trick riding sensation who grew up in the heart of rodeo. Raised in the legendary Wild Horse Rodeo Company, Windy shares her earliest memories on the road, her secret practice sessions, and her rise...
Born to Ride: The Trick Riding Journey of Windy Ratchford Lattin
Join host Doug Simcox as he sits down with Windy Ratchford Lattin, a trick riding sensation who grew up in the heart of rodeo. Raised in the legendary Wild Horse Rodeo Company, Windy shares her earliest memories on the road, her secret practice sessions, and her rise...
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#166 Wes Ward Part 1 – Jack Wiseman Taught Me How to Win That Day
In Part 1 of this Texas Swing episode of Beyond the Chutes, host Doug Simcox sits down with legendary rodeo cowboy and announcer Wes Ward for a powerful, story-driven conversation recorded on the road in October 2025. This episode centers on Wes Ward’s early rodeo...
Episode #165 – Ronnie Williams Part 2: Pals of Tales on the Rodeo Trail
In Episode 2 of Beyond the Chutes, recorded on the Texas Swing 2025, Doug and Sam continue their conversation with rodeo legend Ronnie Williams — a man who didn’t just ride through rodeo history, he helped build it. Ronnie reflects on the hard miles of the old rodeo...
#164 Ronnie Williams Part 1 – I Didn’t Think You Could Get Hurt Riding a Bucking Horse
In this Part One episode of Beyond the Chutes, Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen sit down in Mineral Wells, Texas with Ronnie Williams, an eight-time IPRA Bareback Riding World Champion, as part of the Texas Swing 2025, recorded in October. Ronnie takes us back to where...
#163 Ryan King – Handcrafted in Sheridan: The Story Behind King Saddlery & King Ropes
BTC hits Sheridan, Wyoming for a special conversation with Ryan King of the legendary King Saddlery, King Ropes, and the Don King Museum. Doug interviews Ryan King who walks us through the family’s three-generation history — from Don King’s pioneering Sheridan-style...
Episode #162 – Glen Bird Part 2: I Hope Everybody Keeps Making Eight
In Part 2 of our Weatherford, Texas conversation, six-time IRA/IPRA world champion Glen Bird dives deeper into the wild, gritty, laugh-till-you-cry heart of rodeo life. Glen shares priceless stories of the early Longhorn Rodeo days with Loretta Lynn, Mooney Lynn, and...