Podcast Episodes
#89 2024 International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) – Round 1 Wrap Up
Welcome to the “Beyond the Chutes Rodeo Podcast,” where we bring you all the action, insights, and stories from the world of rodeo. In this episode, host Doug Simcox recaps Round 1 of the 2024 International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) held at the Heart of...
#88 2024 International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR) – Celebrating 32 Years of Youth Rodeo Excellence
Host Doug Simcox takes you inside the 2024 International Finals Youth Rodeo (IFYR), held from July 7 to July 12 at the Heart of Oklahoma Expo Center. This renowned event draws top young rodeo talent from around the world, including competitors from Australia....
#87 Bishop Arnold – This Ain’t My First Rodeo
BTC is on the road again, heading to Scottsboro, Alabama for some riveting conversations. Join hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen as they sit down with Bishop Arnold, the longtime traveling companion and funny man, working with the legendary rodeo clown Lecile...
#86 Short Go – A Chat with PBR Bull Rider Tyler Manor’s Parents
In this special Short Go episode, BTC shifts gears to interview the parents of PBR bull rider Tyler Manor. Join host Doug Simcox he welcomes Adam and Jamy Manor to the show, broadcasting from the King Brothers Rodeo Reunion in New Paris, Ohio. Adam and Jamy share...
#85 Dennis Morris – Four-Time IPRA World Champion Bull Rider
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...
#84 King Brothers Rodeo Reunion 2024
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...
#83 Short Go – Cow Camp Conversations with Eli and Colton
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...
#82 Big Hat Rodeo Company Celebrates 104 Years of Rodeo Excellence!
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...
#81 Part 3 – Legendary Rodeo ProRodeo Announcer, Jerry Belles Unplugged
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...
##80 Part 2 – Legendary Pro Rodeo Announcer Jerry Belles – Legal Pads and Black Felt Tip Pens
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...
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#128 2025 American Rodeo Eastern Region Qualifier – Lexington, Kentucky
This week, Doug and Sam attended the American Rodeo Eastern Region Qualifier at the AllTech Arena in the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, KY. They recap the event, which began on Thursday and culminated in an exciting championship round on Saturday night. Highlights...
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In this episode of Beyond the Chutes, brought to you by Parasite Systems, host Doug Simcox welcomes a true rodeo legend—Ron Martin, the 1977 IPRA Southern Regional Bareback Bronc Riding Champion and a nine-time IFR qualifier, including a dual-event qualification at...
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#123 The Power of Presence: Mastering Mindfulness for Rodeo and Life
Welcome to Quiet Enough to Ride, part of the Beyond the Chutes podcast, hosted by Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen. In Episode 8, Doug and Sam delve into the transformative power of being present and fully engaging in the moment. 💡 What You’ll Learn: What it...
#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...