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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 #88 Cody Rich OVERCOMING OBSTACLES

Cody Rich lives in Bozeman Montana and he is the host of "The Rich Outdoors" podcast. He also runs his own business called "Backcountry Fuel". On the show we talk about how he balances his time with running a business, hosting a successful podcast, spending time with the family and having time to hunt. We also discuss what obstacles life has thrown at him and how he found the strength not only to overcome but to succeed! Cody is a wealth of knowledge. I hope you enjoy this podcast as much as I d...

Dec 26, 20201 hr 28 min

Episode #87 Gini Roberge (PAINTING WITH WORDS) Author of Coffee with Cowboys

Gini Roberge lives in Lewiston Idaho and is an Author / Photographer. Some of her work includes "The Tagger Herd", "Hoofbeats In The Wind", "Coffee with Cowboys" and much more. On the podcast we talk about the NFR being in Texas for 2020, we also discuss what got her into writing and photography. Then we dive deep into her writing process and we talk in depth about her new book "Coffee with Cowboys". I hope y'all enjoy this podcast as much as I did. Follow Gini Roberge on: Instagram: @author_gin...

Dec 13, 20202 hr 3 min

Episode #86 ALL ON THE LINE with Kody Lamb

Kody Lamb lives in Edmonton Alberta and is a Professional Bareback rider and a singer/songwriter. On the podcast we talk about being college roommates, rodeoing professionally and his love for singing, playing the guitar and song writing. We also dive deep on what it takes to be GREAT! I hope you enjoy the show!!! Follow Kody Lamb on: Facebook: Kody Lamb Instagram: @_kodylamb_ Twitter: @_kodylamb_ www.kodylamb.com Sponsors: Sankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeo Champion Living Strength and Condition...

Oct 28, 20201 hr 46 min

Episode #85 Jeremiah Bayne (Powerlifter/Electrician/BEAST)

Jeremiah Bayne lives and works in Gillette Wyoming. He works as an electrician at the Black Thunder coal mine but when he's not playing with lightning he is picking up heavy weights!!! On the podcast we talk about how quitting in high school sports set him up for future success and supplies him with endless amounts of motivation. We also talk about his job, how he got into powerlifting and we dive down the rabbit hole of philosophy and the meaning of life. I hope you enjoy this show. Follow Jere...

Oct 05, 20202 hr 19 min

Episode #84 FAMILY MAN Nick Siebrasse (Husband, Father, Cowboy, Traditional Bowhunter)

Nick Siebrasse was born, raised and lives in Havre Montana. He is a family man and truly a jack of all trades! On the podcast we talk about his childhood, rodeoing and traditional archery. Also we dive deep and talk about his relationship with his wife and family and we also talk a little bit of life philosophy! I hope you enjoy the show! Follow Nick on: Facebook: Nick Siebrasse Instagram: @papanicksiebrasse Sponsors: Sankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeo Bison Union: @bisonunion www.bisonunion.com ...

Jul 21, 20201 hr 28 min

Episode #83 A TRUE TRAIL BLAZER Christian Doyle

Christian Doyle was born and raise in Jackson Wyoming but now calls Texas home. He grew up playing sports and in college played baseball then he got a taste of the cowboy life. On the podcast we talk about how he BLAZED A TRAIL through college and how he got his start into rodeo and what kind of trials and challenges he has had on his way down the rodeo road. Also we talk about his first rodeo check, his wife and their baby boy who is on the way, buying a house and much much more. I hope you enj...

Jul 06, 20202 hr 30 min

Episode #82 THAT WESTERN LIFE with (Katy Lucas, Katie Schrock, Rachel Owens-Sarno)

Today on the podcast I sat down with That Western Life podcast hosted by Katy Lucas, Katie Schrock and Rachel Owens-Sarno. We talked a ton about rodeo and what is was like for all three of them to be Rodeo Queens. Then we talked about what they do outside of rodeo in the business world then we dove deep and talked a little philosophy and they each told what advice they would give and much more. I hope that you enjoy the show! Follow That Western Life on: Instagram: @thatwesternlife Facebook: Tha...

Jun 22, 20202 hr 23 min

Episode #81 RUSTICK KNIVES Jack Stottlemire

Jack Stottlemire lives in Fayetteville, North Carolina and is the owner and operator of Rustick Knives. Jack served in the Marine Corps for 5 years then got out then joined the Army and served for 22 years. Also something you should know about Jack is that he is a Jack of All Trades! He built stick bows for 17 years and now he builds beautiful hand crafted knives. I really enjoyed this podcast I hope you do too! Follow Jack Stottlemire on: Facebook: Jack Stottlemire and Rustick Knives Instagram:...

Jun 01, 202056 min

Episode #80 A BORN LEADER Mikah Kadera (Wrestler, Coach, Teacher)

Mikah Kadera lives in Gillette Wyoming and is a Wrestling Coach for Thunder Basin High School and a PE Teacher. On the podcast we talk about his career in wrestling and also his transition from athlete to coach. We also discussed what lessons he has learned and what kind of mindset he wants to distill on his athletes. I hope that you enjoy the podcast! Follow Mikah Kadera on: Facebook: Mikah Kadera Twitter: @Munchkin_6 Sponsors: Bison Union: @bisonunion www.bisonunion.com Sankey Pro Rodeo: @sank...

May 18, 20201 hr 9 min

Episode #79 RIDING SOLO with Blazing Trails Host Devan Reilly

Blazing Trails Podcast Host Devan Reilly goes SOLO on the mic and UPDATES everyone on what has been happening in his life since episode #5. He talks rodeo and podcast stories. Big life changes, things he has been learning and what you can expect to see from him and the future of the podcast. Along with some advice, questions from fans and much more. I hope you enjoy the show! Sponsors: Bison Union: @bisonunion www.bisonunion.com Sankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeo Keep Blazing Trails and Telling T...

May 04, 20201 hr 26 min

Episode #78 CHAMPION LIVING with Doug Champion (Trainer, Athlete, Cowboy)

Doug Champion is a personal trainer that lives in Huntsville Texas. On the podcast we talk about his childhood traveling around all over the country, we also talk about rodeo and how after a bad wreck which resulted in Doug breaking his back he took therapy into his own hands and he started doing CrossFit. He healed up and became competitive and started competing in CrossFit. He later became a business owner being the owner and operator of CrossFit Huntsville. Doug later started traveling with c...

Apr 20, 20201 hr 17 min

Episode #77 SHAPING A LIFESTYLE with Stephen Mullins (Red Bison Studio)

Stephen Mullins lives in Sheridan Wyoming and is the owner of Red Bison Studio. Stephen hand crafts beautiful custom cups, bowls and coffee mugs. If you want something made out of clay he is your guy!!! Stephen is truly an artist! On the podcast we talked about what got him interested in pottery, how he grew his business and the ins and outs of what it takes to make something out of clay. I hope you enjoy the podcast! You can follow Stephen Mullins on: Instagram: @redbisonstudio Facebook: Red Bi...

Apr 06, 20201 hr 15 min

Episode #76 POSITIVE ENERGY with Cole Erie (Event Director, National Guard, Guns & Bikes)

Cole Erie served in the Minnesota Army National Guard and now he is a Beverage Events Director out of Saint Cloud Minnesota. Cole is hands down my oldest friend, and even though the years and the miles have taken us down different roads that friendship still remains. On the podcast we talk about his journey in the Army National Guard then we discuss his job as the Beverage Events Director and what that all entails. Then we dive into what it takes to get sponsors and how to better market yourself...

Mar 23, 20202 hr 4 min

Episode #75 TAKING FLIGHT With Dave Thompson (Archer, Hunter)

Dave Thompson lives in Sheridan Wyoming and his passion in life is shooting his bow and arrow. On the podcast we talk about the nuts and bolt of archery and all the different avenues a person can take to get involved. Also we talk about his journey in the competition side of archery and what trials and tribulations he had to over come to get to where he is today. I hope you enjoy the show! Follow Dave on: Facebook: Dave Thompson Sponsors: Bison Union: www.bisonunion.com / @bisonunion Sankeyproro...

Mar 02, 20201 hr 48 min

Episode #74 A PASSIONATE LIFE with Stephanie Penrose (Mother, Teacher, Athlete, Photographer)

Stephanie Penrose was born and raise in Sheridan Wyoming. She grew up in a family that is big into outdoors activities and grand adventure. Along with being very active outside she was also big into playing sports. On the podcast we talk about her upbringing, playing college basketball and her mindset on being successful and a team player. We also talk about how she got into teaching, her parenting strategy, making a relationship work and her photography business. I hope you guys enjoy this podc...

Feb 17, 20201 hr 59 min

Episode #73 Link Weaver (Maker of Saddles and Bucking Machines)

Link Weaver lives in Sheridan Wyoming. On the podcast we talk about how he got into building saddles and what that process entails and we also talk about how he got into making bucking machines. Link is full of knowledge and stories. We talk about working for King's Saddlery for 30+ years, rodeoing and much more. I hope you enjoy the show! Follow Link Weaver on: Facebook: Link Weaver & Link Weaver Saddles and Bucking Machines Instagram: @link.weaver Email: linkweaverleather@yahoo.com Sponsor...

Feb 03, 20201 hr 15 min

Episode #72 A WRESTLING MINDSET with Cort Petersen

Cort Petersen lives in Gillette Wyoming and works at HUB International. Cort is also a State Champion and a college All-American Wrestler. He is a husband and proud father of four girls and in his spare time he coaches, trains with upcoming wrestlers and still competes at a veteran level. On the podcast we talk about his mindset, what advice he would give and lots of wrestling stories. I hope you guys enjoy the podcast. Sponsors: Bison Union: @bisonunion www.bisonunion.com Sankey Pro Rodeo: @san...

Jan 22, 20201 hr 34 min

Episode #71 GET WESTERN with Cyrus Western (Politician, Hunter, Man for the People)

Cyrus Western is from Sheridan Wyoming and is a Republican for House District 51 in Wyoming. On the podcast we talk about what got him interested in politics. We also talk about the process of his day to day and what he does when he is not in Cheyenne. We also discuss issues he is and has worked on, hunting and much more. I hope you guys enjoy! You can follow Cyrus on: Instagram: @cyruswestern Facebook: Cyrus Western Twitter: @cyruswestern Website: www.votewestern.com Also checkout Bison Union a...

Jan 06, 20201 hr 9 min

Episode #70 MAKING A LEADER with SHS Football Coaches (Don Julian, Kevin Rizer, Jeff Mowry)

On episode #70 I sat down with former Sheridan High School football Head Coach Don Julian, present Head Coach Jeff Mowry, and the Linemen Coach Kevin Rizer. They have been coaching at SHS for the past 13 years and have been in the State Championship game 8 times and won State 6 of the 8. Sheridan has won the most football state championship in the state of Wyoming in the largest class 4A. On the show we talk about coaching young boys into becoming men. We also discuss leadership, hard work, dedi...

Dec 22, 20191 hr 25 min

Episode #69 John Faulkenberry (Husband, Father, U.S Army Ranger, Hunter)

John Faulkenberry served in the United States Army as a Ranger. On the podcast we talked about why he joined the Army and what he did. How he met his wife, what its like being a leader and the battle where he got wounded. John is an extremely humble man who would do anything for his wife, kids, friends and Country. I feel very lucky to call this man my friend. I hope you guys enjoy the show. You can follow John on: Facebook: John Faulkenberry Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!...

Nov 12, 20192 hr 2 min

Episode #68 Sierra Zowada (Yoga Instructor, Meat Eater, Barrel Racer, Accountant)

Sierra Zowada is from Sheridan Wyoming. She moved to Texas and competed in rodeo for Tarleton State University in Stephenville Texas. After college she moved to Austin and became a yoga instructor. Now she is back home in Sheridan and is working as an accountant for Weatherby Inc. On the podcast we talk about how Sierra got into yoga and why she moved to Austin. We also discuss how she was borderline vegan and how she made her transformation into being a hunter and eating meat and working for a ...

Oct 21, 20191 hr 23 min

Episode #67 Rick Hutton (Hunter, Angler, Photographer, Marine)

Rick Hutton lives in Bozeman Montana and is one of the most genuine guys I've ever met and is the true definition of salt of the earth! Rick is an avid outdoorsman who spends his free time hunting and fishing. And when he is not doing those activities he is taking pictures of people doing those things. After high school Rick served in the United States Marine Corps, then when he got out he got a job working for the Forest Service and now he works for FHF Gear. On the podcast we talk about his li...

Aug 26, 20191 hr 10 min

Episode #66 Kelsey Johnson (Artist, Photographer, Outdoorswoman)

Kelsey Johnson lives in Bozeman Montana and is an artist, professional agriculturalist, and outdoors enthusiast. On the podcast we start out with a mad minute of rapid fire questions. Then we talk about her day job and then transition into how and why she moved out west. Then we dive deep into her art work and the process she goes through in creating these amazing pieces of art! Then to wrap it up we talk about her photography and what got her interested in hunting. I hope you enjoy the podcast....

Aug 15, 201958 min

Episode #65 BISON UNION Bert Kuntz

Bert Kuntz is the owner of Bison Union located in Sheridan Wyoming. Bert served as a Green Beret in the Special Forces as a Medic. After the Army he worked on a ranch in Texas. Now he calls Wyoming home and owns and operates Bison Union coffee shop. On the podcast we talk a lot about his philosophy on life and a lot more. Bert is an All American, AMERICAN! I hope you guys enjoy the show! You can follow Bert on: Instagram: @bisonunion / @bisonunioncoffee / @bertkuntz Facebook: Bison Union Co. &am...

Jul 15, 20192 hr 29 min

Episode #64 ARM POWER Luke Pulscher

Luke Pulscher is from Hot Springs South Dakota and has won 5 Arm Wrestling National Titles in the last three years!!! He works a normal nine to five job has a wife and three kids and trains for Arm Wrestling full time as well. On the podcast we talk about how he got into Arm Wrestling. Also we talk about how he trains both mentally and physically. What advice he would give and much much more! I really enjoyed this podcast and I hope you do too. You can follow Luke on: Facebook: Luke Pulscher Ins...

Jul 01, 20191 hr 39 min

Episode #63 PICKUP MAN Randy Britton

Randy Britton is a rodeo pickup man for the Cervi Rodeo Company. I had the chance to sit down with Randy in Clovis New Mexico and we talked about how he got into rodeo, why he chose to be a pickup man and what it takes to do that job. He also gave some great advice. I hope you enjoy everyone. Also please check out the Blazing Trails Facebook and Instagram page. And also please write a comment and leave a rating wherever you get your podcasts. You can follow Randy on: Facebook: @ Randy Britton Ke...

Jun 22, 201949 min

Episode #62 WILD MAN Larry Sandvick

Larry Sandvick lives in Kaycee Wyoming and has been to the NFR 12X in the Bareback Riding event. He is also the owner of Wild Man Riggins. On the podcast we talk about his rodeo career and his philosophy on riding bucking horses. We also talk about his business making bareback riggins and why he is so passionate about rodeo! I had a great conversation with Larry. I hope you guys enjoy it! You can follow Larry on: Facebook: Larry Sandvick Facebook: Wild Man Riggins Instagram: @wildman_riggins Ins...

Jun 11, 20191 hr 41 min

Episode #61 BITS & SPURS Tom Balding

Tom Balding lives in Sheridan Wyoming and is the owner of Tom Balding Bits and Spurs. On the podcast we talk about how Tom grew up in California and worked as a welder. Then in his mid-twenties he watched the movie "Black Stallion" which inspired him to move out west. We talked about the move and how he got into making bits and spurs and starting the business. I hope you enjoy the podcast! You can find Tom Balding on: Facebook: Tom Balding Bits & Spurs Instagram: @tombaldingbitsandspurs Webs...

Jun 02, 20191 hr 3 min

Episode #60 Justin Lemke (Coyote Hunting Mountain Man)

Justin Lemke is a rancher, coyote hunter and fur buyer from Broadus Montana. On the podcast we talk about how Justin got into hunting coyotes and all the ins and outs of hunting them and why they are so hard to hunt. Then we talk about how and why he started fur buying and we even talk a little trapping. And finally we talked some elk hunting to top it off. You can follow Justin Lemke on: Instagram: @Justin_lemke13 Facebook: Justin Lemke Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!...

May 22, 20191 hr 23 min

Episode #59 Jory Zurcher (Humble Man With Many Talents)

Jory Zurcher grew up in Mitchell Nebraska but now lives in Buffalo Wyoming. Jory is one of the most humble people I've ever met and is the salt of the earth. He is also a man of many talents, he is a cowboy and trains calf roping horses, he is an artist and an art teacher, he plays the drums and guitar and he also does leather work just to name a few. I had a great time talking with Jory and I hope you guys enjoy the podcast. You can follow Jory Zurcher on: Instagram: @zurcherjc Facebook: Jory Z...

Apr 09, 201948 min
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