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Where Rodeo Meets The Road!
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Where Rodeo Meets The Road! A look at Rodeo across the country. Be sure to check out our website www.the-arena-press.com
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Hayle Gibson-Stillwell- American Rodeo Champion & Top 5 WPRA Barrel Racer
2w ago00:24:31Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Janae welcome Hayle Gibson-Stillwell, fresh off her huge victory at The American Rodeo and currently sitting among the top contenders in the WPRA World Standings. Hayle shares the story behind her American Rodeo win, the horses that have helped fuel her success, and what it takes to compete at the highest level of professional barrel racing. We discuss life on the rodeo road, managing expectations after a major victory, the chase for the NFR, and her goals for the remainder of the 2026 season.From one of rodeo's biggest wins to the race for a world championship, this episode offers an inside look at the mindset, preparation, and determination required to compete among the best in the WPRA.
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166- Where Rodeo Meets the Road Presents: The High School Rodeo Road
Jun 300:18:16Tap to summarizeTonight on Where Rodeo Meets the Road, we open a brand-new lane under The Arena Press: The High School Rodeo Road.This new youth rodeo series will follow the next generation of rodeo athletes, beginning with Texas High School Rodeo Region 3 and continuing through State Finals, Nationals, and the 2026–2027 high school rodeo season.Joining the show is Hadley, a high school junior and competitor who will help bring an authentic voice from inside the arena. Together, we’ll spotlight the stories behind the back numbers — the contestants, horses, parents, miles, pressure, wins, heartbreaks, and everything it takes to chase the short go.
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165- Madison Outhier, 2019 American Rodeo Champion Returns to Arlington
May 2200:16:48Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Janae sit down with rising breakaway roping talent Madison Outhier as she prepares to compete at The American Rodeo.Madison talks about the road to one of rodeo’s biggest events, the pressure of competing on a major stage, and the mindset it takes to stay sharp in one of the fastest-growing events in western sports. We dive into her horses, preparation, and what she’s focused on heading into The American.If you follow breakaway roping, women’s rodeo, and the next generation of rodeo stars, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🤠🎙️
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164- PBR Finals 2026 Round 4 Recap | John Crimber Leads, Sage Kimzey Charges & California Rodeo Preview
May 1500:15:40Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Janae break down the first four rounds of the 2026 PBR World Finals, including John Crimber holding the number one spot and 7-time PRCA World Champion Sage Kimzey proving he’s still one of the best in the game sitting in third.The conversation shifts west as the crew previews some of the biggest upcoming California rodeos and what fans can expect as the spring and summer run heats up. They wrap up the show discussing The American Rodeo coming up May 23rd and 24th and why it continues to be one of the biggest events in rodeo.From bull riding to California rodeo season, this episode covers some of the biggest storylines happening in the western sports world right now. 🤠🎙️
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163- Kentucky Derby 2026 Preview | Horsemen Roundtable on Pace, Contenders & Race Strategy
May 200:11:22Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, we break down the 2026 Kentucky Derby from a true horseman’s perspective in a special roundtable discussion with notable horsemen from the racing industry.We dive into the top contenders including Commandment, Renegade, So Happy, and Emerging Market, analyzing prep races, running styles, and how pace will shape the outcome of the race.From the deeper, sandier surface at Gulfstream Park to the tighter dirt at Churchill Downs, we discuss how track conditions, jockey decisions, and positioning in a 20-horse field will ultimately decide who wins the Run for the Roses.This isn’t just a preview — it’s a horseman’s breakdown of what it takes to win the Kentucky Derby.Keywords: Kentucky Derby 2026, Derby contenders, horse racing podcast, Churchill Downs, Gulfstream Park, race strategy, pace analysis, Derby preview, horse racing insights, Run for the Roses
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162- Daxtyn Feild, PRCA Rookie Bareback Rider Chasing #1 & Carrying a World Champion Legacy
Apr 2300:24:10Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Janae sit down with PRCA rookie bareback rider Daxtyn Feild, currently in the middle of one of the tightest races in the Resistol Rookie standings.Coming from a legendary rodeo family, Daxtyn talks about what it’s like building his own path while carrying the Feild name in bareback riding. We dive into his rookie season, the grind of the rodeo road, and the mindset it takes to compete week in and week out at the highest level.With the rookie race this close, Daxtyn shares how he’s approaching each ride, handling the pressure, and what he’s focused on as he continues his push toward a potential NFR qualification.If you’re following PRCA bareback riding, rookie standings, and the next generation of rodeo talent, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🤠🎙️
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161-Morgan Bagnell #1 Barrel Racing Rookie Dominating the 2026 WPRA Standings
Apr 1400:24:11Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Fallon sit down with WPRA barrel racer Morgan Bagnell, currently the #1 Resistol Rookie in the 2026 standings and making a strong push up the world standings.Morgan talks about her breakout rookie season, competing in the heart of Texas against some of the toughest competition in rodeo, and how she’s built an early lead in the rookie race. We dive into her approach in the arena, the consistency it takes to win at this level, and what she’s focused on as she continues climbing toward a potential National Finals Rodeo qualification.With big names like Kassie Mowry and Hailey Kinsel leading the world standings, Morgan shares how she’s navigating the pressure, staying competitive, and proving she belongs among the best.If you’re following WPRA barrel racing, rookie standings, and the road to the NFR, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🤠🎙️
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160- Clay Tom Hurt Resistol Rookie Steer Wrestling Contender Climbing PRCA World Standings
Apr 300:20:06Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Fallon sit down with PRCA steer wrestler Clay Hurt, currently sitting #2 in the Resistol Rookie standings and already making a push inside the PRCA World Standings.Clay talks about the transition into the pro level, the grind of the rodeo road, and what it takes to compete in one of the most physical events in rodeo. We break down the rookie race, the depth of competition in steer wrestling, and what it means to be chasing both a Rookie of the Year title and a spot at the National Finals Rodeo.With names like Holden Myers and Tyler Waguespack leading the world standings, Clay shares how he’s approaching the season, building momentum, and positioning himself among the top steer wrestlers in the game.If you follow PRCA steer wrestling, rookie races, and the road to the NFR, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🤠🎙️
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159- Jaci Hammons #1 Rookie in WPRA Breakaway Roping Chasing the World Title
Mar 3100:20:31Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Fallon sit down with WPRA breakaway roper Jaci Hammons, currently the #1 rookie in the standings and a top contender in the world race. Jaci talks about her breakout season, what it’s like competing against the best in breakaway roping, and how she’s handling the pressure of being in the hunt early in her career.We dive into her approach in the box, the horsepower behind her success, and the mindset it takes to stay consistent during the Texas Swing and beyond. With the competition tight at the top, Jaci shares what she’s focused on as she continues her push toward the National Finals Rodeo and a potential world title run.If you’re following WPRA standings, breakaway roping, and rising rodeo stars, this is an episode you don’t want to miss. 🤠🎙️
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158- Cooper Jacobs Resistol Rookie Roundup Champion & PRCA Rookie Bull Rider on the Rise
Mar 2300:15:59Tap to summarizeOn this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Fallon sit down with PRCA rookie bull rider Cooper Jacobs, fresh off his win at the Resistol Rookie Roundup. Cooper talks about what that victory means early in his career and how it builds momentum as he continues his rookie season on the rodeo road.We dive into the realities of competing as a rookie in the PRCA, the grind of travel, and what it takes to stay competitive against some of the best bull riders in the world. Cooper also shares his goals moving forward and what he’s focused on as he pushes toward a potential National Finals Rodeo qualification.If you’re following the next generation of PRCA bull riders, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss. 🤠🎙️
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