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Blazing Trails

Devan Reillywww.spreaker.com
A podcast about the different paths that cowboys, hunters, and every day people have taken to get to where they’re at, and the lessons they've learned while living in the American west.
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Episodes

Episode #28 Jenna Smeenk (Barrel Racer, Entrepreneur)

Jenna Smeenk is a Professional Barrel Racer and a business owner. On the podcast we talk about her service in the United States Air Force and what it was like to be Miss Rodeo Florida. We also discuss her business Knotty Halters and other ventures she is pursuing. We also talk a little bit about the meaning of life. I hope y'all enjoy! You can follow Jenna @: Instagram: @jennasmeenk Facebook: Jenna Smeenk Twitter: @jennasmeenk Youtube: Jenna Smeenk knottyhalters.com Keep Blazing Trails and Telli...

Mar 25, 201858 min

Episode #27 Mark Eakin (Tarleton State Rodeo Coach)

Mr. Mark Eakin is the director of Rodeo Activities and head coach at Tarleton State University in Stephenville Texas. He has lead the rodeo team to many Southwest Region titles and numerous National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association championship titles. On the podcast we discuss how he got into rodeo and what it is like coaching one of the largest rodeo teams in the nation! We also cover the rodeo program, what advice he would give and some of the books he would recommend. I hope y'all enjoy! Yo...

Mar 18, 201834 min

Episode #26 Maggie Poloncic (Barrel Racer, Ballerina, Beast)

Maggie Poloncic is from Gillette Wyoming. When she is not working her day job she is busting her butt in the gym, preparing her horses for the next barrel race and teaching dance! On the podcast we discuss being a teacher and what goes on in the world of dance. Then we dive into how she stays in shape and what she does to stay mentally sharp. And finally she explains her philosophy of wearing different hats and what books she would recommend. I hope y'all enjoy! You can follow Maggie on: Faceboo...

Mar 04, 201846 min

Episode #25 Don Julian (SHS Football Coach)

Don Julian lives in Sheridan Wyoming and is the former Sheridan High School Football Coach. Under his leadership, Sheridan has won multiple State Championships! On the podcast we talk about goals setting, and the importance of having a greater purpose. Also we talk about leadership and buying in and believing in what you're doing. I hope you enjoy the podcast! You can follow Don Julian on: Facebook: Don N Jeannie Julian Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Feb 18, 201858 min

Episode #24 Ian Munsick (Musician)

Ian Munsick is a singer/songwriter from Dayton Wyoming. On the podcast we talk about how he got into playing music with his dad and brothers. What lessons he learned growing up and now living in Nashville TN. We also discuss song writing and what Ian likes to do in his free time. Also go checkout Ian's NEW EP!!! Check out the links below. You can follow Ian Munsick on: Facebook: Ian Munsick Instagram: @ianmunsick Twitter: @ianmunsick Spotify: Ian Munsick ITunes: Ian Munsick YouTube: Ian Munsick ...

Feb 05, 201832 min

Episode #23 Cody Quarterman (Boxer, Musician, Friend)

Cody Quarterman is the owner of Two Bit Swap Shop in Sheridan Wyoming. He is a two time Golden Gloves Boxer and a guitar player in the band called The Road Kill Rangers. On the podcast we have a deep conversation about life. We also discuss playing the guitar and boxing. We also play a couple songs at the end of the show. I hope y'all enjoy! Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Jan 26, 20181 hr 27 min

Episode #22 Bob Tallman (Legendary Rodeo Announcer)

Bob Tallman is a Professional Rodeo Announcer from Winnemucca Nevada. He has been selected to announce the National Finals Rodeo more than any other announcer and he has been the voice of Rodeo Houston for more than 33 years. On the podcast we talk about his up bringing, how he got involved in rodeo and his Strong Faith! It was an honor and a blessing to sit down and talk to this amazing man. I hope y'all enjoy. You can follow Bob Tallman on: Facebook: Bob Tallman Instagram: @bob.tallman.officia...

Jan 15, 201838 min

Episode #21 Sam Davis (Predators Never Quit)

Sam Davis lives his life by the motto Predators Never Quit or PNQ for short. On the podcast we talk about his life long passion of hunting. We dive into the topic's of being a brand new dad, his 2017 hunting season and his outlook on life. I hope you enjoy! You can follow Sam on: Facebook: Sam Davis Facebook: PNQ Instagram: sdavis2506 YouTube: Predators Never Quit PNQ Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Jan 04, 201845 min

Episode #20 Nate Griffin (Photographer, Videographer, World Traveler)

Nate Griffin is a Creative Director, Executive Producer, and an amazing Photographer! On the podcast we cover a variety of topics from Africa to TV Shows to Music Videos. He is a man who is truly blazing trails and telling tales! Enjoy everyone!!! You can follow Nate on: www.nategriffinphoto.com/ Instagram: kanakanate Facebook: Nate Griffin Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Dec 19, 201749 min

Episode #19 World Champion Kelly Timberman

Kelly Timberman is the 2004 World Champion Bareback Rider from Mills Wyoming. On the podcast we talk about mindset in and out of the rodeo arena. Workouts to keep you in shape and ready for whatever the rodeo trail throws at you. Kelly tells us about his Champions Go 9-0h program and much more! You can follow Kelly on: Facebook: Kelly Timberman Facebook: Kelly Timberman World Champion Bareback Rider Instagram: kellytimberman www.championsgo90.com Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!...

Dec 05, 201748 min

Episode #18 Brody Cress (NFR Saddle Bronc Rider)

Brody Cress is a Saddle Bronc Rider from Hillsdale Wyoming and is on his way to Las Vegas this coming December to ride at his very first NFR. On the podcast we talk about growing up in Wyoming. How wrestling prepared him for life and the rodeo trail. We also discuss his goals and dreams. I hope y'all enjoy! You can follow Brody on: Instagram: bcress22 Facebook: Brody Cress Facebook: Brody Cress Professional Saddle Bronc Rider Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!...

Nov 22, 201745 min

Episode #17 Craig Morgan (Country Music Star)

Craig Morgan is a singer/songwriter from Nashville Tennessee. He is also the host of a hunting show on the Outdoors Channel. On the podcast we talk about his time in the military, how he got into country music, family and his hunting show. I had an awesome time talking with Craig. I hope y'all enjoy the podcast! You can follow Craig on: Instagram: @cmorganmusic Facebook: Craig Morgan Twitter: Craig Morgan www.craigmorgan.com Craig Morgan All Access Outdoors on the Outdoors Channel Morgan Farms K...

Nov 07, 201725 min

Episode #16 Nick Siddle (President Of Sheridan WYO Rodeo)

Nick Siddle is the President of the Sheridan WYO Rodeo Board. On the podcast we discuss Sheridan Wyoming, the World Championship Indian Relay Races, the history of the Sheridan WYO Rodeo, what it takes to put the rodeo together and much more. You can follow Nick on: Facebook: Nick Siddle Facebook: Sheridan WYO Rodeo www.sheridanwyorodeo.com Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Oct 25, 201737 min

Episode #15 Cody Z Kiser (Stuntman, Bareback Rider, CrossFit)

Cody Kiser is from Carson City Nevada. He was a stuntman in the movie "American Sniper"! When Cody is not on the rodeo trail he is back home coaching Crossfit. On the podcast we talk about how he got into rodeo, being a stuntman, crossfit and a whole lot more craziness!!! You can follow Cody on: Instagram: czkrider Facebook: Cody Z Kiser Also go check out www.oralcancerfoundation.org ! Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!...

Oct 10, 201751 min

Episode #14 Ty Wallace (NFR Bull Rider)

Ty Wallace is a NFR Bull rider from Collbran Colorado. On the podcast we talk about how he got his start into bull riding and what his goals are for this season. We also discussed what he does when he is not on the rodeo trail and we got to tell a couple hunting stories. You can follow Ty on: Instagram: wallace_ty Facebook: Ty Wallace www.prorodeo.com (Go to standings click on world standings then click on bull riding to see how Ty is sitting in the world.) Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!...

Sep 28, 201723 min

Episode #13 JR Vezain (Wrestler & NFR Bareback Rider)

JR Vezain is a NFR Bareback rider from Cowley Wyoming. On the podcast we talk about wrestling and how it has helped him in and out of the rodeo arena. We also discuss the highs and lows of his career and how the good Lord has put him back on track as he tries to win a gold buckle. You can follow JR on: Instagram: jrvezain Facebook: JR Vezain Professional Bareback Rider Enjoy Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Sep 19, 201750 min

Episode #12 Wade Sankey (Sankey Pro Rodeo)

Wade Sankey is a Stock Contractor from Cody Wyoming. On the podcast we talk about what a stock contractor does. How they haul and feed the live stock. The purpose of the flank strap and much more. Sankey Pro Rodeos livestock can be seen at big rodeos like the Sheridan WYO Rodeo, Great Falls Montana, Pendleton Round-up and many more. You can follow Wade Sankey and Sankey Pro Rodeo on: Instagram: wadesankey48 Instagram: sankeyprorodeo Facebook: Wade Sankey Facebook: Sankey Pro Rodeo Keep Blazing T...

Aug 21, 201726 min

Episode #11 Yvan Jayne (French Bareback Rider)

Yvan Jayne is a 2x WNFR qualifier in the Bareback riding. He is from Marseille France and is the first Frenchman to ever make it to the National Finals Rodeo. When he is not rodeoing you can find him hiking, swimming , mountain biking and videoing all of his travels and experiences. He also is the owner of Adrenaline Addiction clothing company. You can follow Yvan on: Instagram: evanyvanjayne Instagram: adrenalineaddiction_official Facebook: Yvan Jayne Facebook: Adrenaline Addiction YouTube: Yva...

Aug 15, 201737 min

Episode #10 Will Rasmussen (Professional Rodeo Announcer)

Will Rasmussen is a Professional Rodeo Announcer from Choteau Montana. On this podcast we talk about how he got into the rodeo business and what it takes to be a rodeo announcer. You can find Will announcing at big rodeos like Salinas California, Sheridan Wyoming, Great Falls Montana and many more! You can follow Will on: Facebook Fan Page: Will Rasmussen Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!! Enjoy!

Aug 07, 201739 min

Episode #9 Rich Sweeny (Bighorn Outfitters)

Rich Sweeny and Dustin DeCroo are owners of Bighorn Outfitters based out of Buffalo Wyoming. On this podcast we talk about Rich and what he did before becoming an outfitter then we discussed Bighorn Outfitters and the hunting industry. Rich has a ton of good advice and great stories! Enjoy!!! You can follow Rich Sweeny and Dustin DeCroo on: Instagram: bighornoutfitters Facebook: Big Horn Outfitters - Wyoming Website: www.bighornoutfitters.com Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!...

Aug 02, 201743 min

Episode #8 Richmond Champion (Million Dollar Cowboy)

Richmond Champion a Professional Bareback rider won a million dollars at the richest one day rodeo called The American in Arlington Texas in 2014. I got the chance to sit down and talk to Richie in Cheyenne Wyoming at the world famous Cheyenne Frontier Days Rodeo. We discussed how he got his start into rodeo and how winning The American changed his life and what we can see from him in the future. You can follow Richie on: Instagram: richmondchamp Facebook: Richmond Champion Tweeter: richmondcham...

Jul 26, 201738 min

Episode #7 Shawn Ready (Justin Sports Medicine Team)

Shawn Ready is a member of the Justin Boots Sports Medicine Team which travels to PRCA rodeos all over the United States. In this podcast we discuss what the Justin Boots Sports Medicine Team does for rodeo cowboys and cowgirls before, during, and after the rodeos. Shawn also gives some helpful tips on nutrition and exercise for the full time rodeo athlete. Follow Shawn Ready on: Instagram: @shawnready_atc Facebook: Shawn Ready Twitter: @shawnready_atc Enjoy everyone! Keep Blazing Trails and Tel...

Jul 19, 201745 min

Episode #6 Jamie Howlett (Australian Bareback Rider)

Jamie Howlett is an Australian bareback rider who is rising in the ranks of the PRCA. In 2015 he was the Reserve College National Champion Bareback Rider and is now going down the rodeo trail full-time. On this podcast we talk about coming to the U.S. to rodeo, his big wins in Pecos Texas and Santa Fe New Mexico and what his plans are for the future along with some good rodeo stories. You can follow Jamie on: Instagram: howlett90 Facebook: Jamie Howlett Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!...

Jul 10, 201725 min

Episode #5 Devan Reilly (Blazing Trails Podcast Host & Modern Day Mountain Man)

Devan Reilly is a Sheridan Wyoming native who grew up hunting and playing football in the fall and wrestling in the winter. On this episode Devan tells everyone his story and how he got into the sport of rodeo and what he has planned for the Blazing Trails Podcast in the future! You can follow Devan on: Instagram: @devanreilly Facebook: Devan John Reilly Facebook Page: Blazing Trails Podcast You can follow Nate on: Instagram: natesmcfadden Facebook: Nate McFadden Keep Blazing Trails and Telling ...

Jun 21, 201744 min

Episode #4 Neil Edward Williams III

Neil Williams is a personal trainer in Casper Wyoming. On this episode we tell rodeo stories and discuss his philosophy on life and the warrior code. You can keep up with Neil on Instagram @esotericbreed and on Facebook @ Neil Williams. Keep Blazing Trail and Telling Tales

Jun 19, 201741 min

Episode #3 Billy Siebrasse & Chester Floyd

After the Bridger Bowmen bow shoot in Bozeman Montana. I got the chance to talk to Chester Floyd of RER Traditional Bows and Billy Siebrasse the President of the Bridger Bowmen archery club. We talked about the bow shoot and all of its great adventures and also got the chance to hear some great hunting stories! You can reach Chester Floyd: Instagram: @RERbows Facebook: RER bows Website: www.rerbows.com You can reach Billy Siebrasse: Facebook: Bridger Bowmen Instagram: billsiebrasse Keep Blazing ...

Jun 06, 201737 min

Episode #2 Owner of Bar X Leather Sam Stuart

After a four day rodeo run Nate and I swing into Lubbock Texas to spend sometime with our friend Sam Stuart owner of Bar X Leather. We had a great conversation in his leather shop talking rodeo, leather and life. Enjoy! You can reach Sam on Facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/sam.stuart.56?fref=ts Also check him out on Instagram @barxleather

May 17, 201721 min

Episode #1 STORIES FROM THE ROAD with Nate McFadden

After riding in Guymon Oklahoma, Nate McFadden and I drive eight hours back to Chadron Nebraska so he can walk at graduation. On our drive we tell rodeo stories and what Nate's goals are for the future. You can reach Nate on instagram at natesmcfadden.

May 17, 201726 min
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