Podcast Episodes
#122 Mindful Breathing for Rodeo Success: Stay Calm, Focused, and Resilient
In Episode 7, hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen explore the transformative power of mindful breathing as a cornerstone of the rodeo mindset. Breathing isn’t just about staying alive—it’s a tool for staying calm under pressure, sharpening focus, and performing at...
#121 From Inexperience to Mastery: The Five Levels of Learning in Rodeo
In Episode 6 Host Doug Simcox and co-host Sam Swearingen, a two-time IFR average winner, dive into the Five Levels of Learning—a roadmap for progressing from inexperience to mastery. 💡 Key Insights from This Episode: The journey of growth and the importance of...
#126 Short-Go: Ron Martin and the Legend of Nightmare
Join host Doug Simcox as he sits down with Ron Martin, a bareback bronc rider who shares his thrilling experiences with J Bar J Rodeo’s legendary Nightmare. This three-time IRA Bareback Horse of the Year (1972–1974) helped put J Bar J on the map, and her legacy...
#120 Mastering the Learner vs. Knower Mindset: Growth and Confidence in Rodeo
In Episode 5 of Quiet Enough to Ride, BTC hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen dive into the balance between the Learner Mindset and the Knower Mindset—a crucial dynamic for success in the 3R’s: Rodeo, Racing, and Wrestling. 💡 What You’ll Learn: How a Learner...
#119 Resilience, Focus, and Determination: The Pillars of Rodeo Success
In Episode 4 of Quiet Enough to Ride, Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen dive deep into the mental game every cowboy and cowgirl must master: Resilience, Focus, and Determination—the three essential pillars of the rodeo mindset. 💡 What You’ll Learn: Strategies to...
#125 Short Go – Tom Wodrich, aka Tom Woods, Photographer of the Decade
In this special edition of Beyond the Chutes, host Doug Simcox reads the March 1980 Rodeo News article, From Parachutes to Bucking Chutes: Tom Wodrich is the Photographer of the Decade. Doug is joined by Tom Wodrich, aka Tom Woods, to reflect on his journey—from...
#118 Reprogram Your Mind for Rodeo Success: Visualization, Self-Image, and Grit
In Episode 3 of Quiet Enough to Ride, Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen dive into the powerful mental strategies that separate the good from the great in rodeo. From mastering self-image and visualization to adopting a championship mindset, they share personal stories,...
#117 Mastering the Rodeo Mindset: Confidence, Focus, and Resilience
Join Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen in Episode 2 of Quiet Enough to Ride as they explore the mental game of rodeo—what it truly takes to compete at the highest levels. From building unshakable confidence and self-belief to mastering focus and managing fear, this...
Trailer Podcast Series: Rodeo Mindfulness – Quiet Enough to Ride
Quiet Enough to Ride is about more than just 8 seconds or a clean run. It’s about mastering the mental side of rodeo—handling nerves, overcoming setbacks, and staying focused under pressure. This series focuses on mental practices that you can use every day to build...
#116 Quiet Enough to Ride: Unlocking the Rodeo Mindset with Doug Simcox & Sam Swearingen
In this inaugural episode, hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen introduce their groundbreaking series, Quiet Enough to Ride, focused on mastering the mental side of the 3Rs: rodeo, racing, and wrestling. Recorded just past Thanksgiving in Taylorsville, Kentucky, Doug...
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#156 — Marilyn Duplissey: Dreams Fulfilled
From open shows in southeast Oklahoma to two IPRA world titles and a run at the NFR, Marilyn Duplissey built a life around good horses, hard lessons, and a tougher business plan. In this final chapter, Marilyn takes us through 1976 in Tulsa, the decision to buy her...
#155 Kylee Ferguson: Three-Stop International Youth Rodeo Challenge
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#153 Marilyn Duplissey: We Taped Over the Light
In Part 2 of our conversation with Marilyn Duplissey, the stories get even wilder. From losing her college heifers to finding her stride in the IRA, Marilyn takes us through the early days with Dan—the horse that carried her to the top. You’ll hear about rodeoing on...
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