This week on Tom McCutcheon’s The Show, we’re joined by long-time friend, business partner, and the man behind the best boots in the game—Bobby Smith, President of Rod Patrick Bootmakers at Miller International. Bobby’s been around the western world for a long time, and in this episode, we get into all of it—from how he realized accounting wasn’t for him to finding his true passion in the boot business. And let’s just say… there’s a lot of ground to cover. He’s spent over four and a half years o...
Jul 11, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 99
This week on Tom McCutcheon’s The Show, we’re joined by none other than Todd Crawford—a NRCHA 3 Million Dollar Rider, NRHA earner of over $900,000, and an all-around legend in both the reined cow horse and reining worlds. If you've followed either sport, you know Todd's not just part of the conversation—he’s helped shape it. Todd’s won just about everything there is to win, and for years, he juggled both NRHA and NRCHA schedules like a total pro. In fact, he even showed the same horse—like the g...
Jul 04, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 98
This week’s guest is no stranger to pushing boundaries—and we’re thrilled to welcome Jay Winborn to The Show! With a background at Red Bull and a passion that’s transformed the western performance horse world, Jay brings a rare blend of innovation, insight, and wild stories to the mic. From his early days orchestrating jaw-dropping stunts at Red Bull to shaping the traditions we now hold dear in the performance horse industry, Jay has done it all. The guys relive some of his craziest marketing a...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 21 min•Season 1Ep. 97
It’s time for another episode of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show—and this week, we sit down with one of the most respected and inspiring figures in the western industry: Shorty Koger from Shorty’s Caboy Hattery. 🎙️🤠 From humble beginnings to becoming the go-to custom hatter in the business, Shorty shares her incredible journey of building her company from the ground up—by herself, with grit, resilience, and a whole lot of heart. We talk about where it all started, the struggles she overcame, and wha...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 93
Episode 95 of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show features one of the biggest names in cutting: NCHA $10 Million Rider Matt Gaines. Ranked the #3 All Time Leading Open Rider in NCHA history, Matt Gaines is a cornerstone of the cutting horse world. In this episode, Tom, Gunny, Joe, and Matt sit down for a wide-ranging conversation that covers both the unforgettable highlights and the tougher realities of a career at the top. Matt reflects on some of his greatest performances, including his record-breaking ...
May 31, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 95
It’s time for another episode of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show —and this week, we’re bringing the laughs with none other than Chelsea Edsall , aka @cheersitschelsea ! 🤠🎤 From Stockton to the show pen, Chelsea takes us on a wild ride through her journey—from jumper kid to full-blown cow horse wife. We talk about growing up in California, her (very real) dinners with Nate Diaz, and how she ended up marrying NRCHA $2 Million Dollar Rider Clayton Edsall. She also shares how she got her start as a “cow...
May 23, 2025•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 90
This week on Tom McCutcheon’s The Show, we’re joined by none other than Todd Bergen—an NRHA 2 Million Dollar Rider and NRCHA 2 Million Dollar Rider. If you’ve been around the reining or cow horse world, you know Todd’s no stranger to the winner’s circle. He’s a true legend, and we’ve got plenty of stories to prove it. Todd’s been around long enough that he’s got a history with the guys, so we had a lot to talk about. We take a trip down memory lane, chatting about old show runs, why Todd switche...
May 16, 2025•1 hr 20 min•Season 1Ep. 93
It’s time for another episode of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show —and this week, we’re welcoming back NRHA Million Dollar Rider and longtime friend of the show, Jared Leclair ! Jared’s no stranger to The Show , and as always, he brings a good dose of insight, humor, and a few stories we probably shouldn’t be sharing. The guys dive into the recent NRBC, giving their unfiltered takes on this year’s judging and why (spoiler alert) Tom still doesn’t have his judges card. We also get a full-circle update f...
May 09, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 89
It’s time for another episode of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show—and who better to join us this week than 2025 NRBC Open Champion and NRHA Million Dollar Rider, Kole Price! 🏆🔥 Just days after his huge win with Golden Coins, Kole sits down with Tom to talk all about the road to the top—how he prepared himself (and his horses) for one of the biggest shows of the year, and what changes he made in his program to bring more confidence into the pen, especially with his older horses. We dive into his partn...
May 02, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 86
First, Wimpys Little Chic. Then, Crystalized Whizkey. Brian Bell has STORY to tell, and it's a good one.For the 90th episode of Tom McCutcheon's The Show we welcomed NRHA 3 Million Dollar Rider and 2023 NRHA L4 Open Futurity Champion, Brian Bell.The guys are preparing to head up to Tulsa for the NRBC, but first they chat about Brian's first couple of rides on the incredible mare, Wimpys Little Chic, and how he wasn't so sure at first... We also heard about the story of how the NRBC got started, ...
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 90
We’re back in action with a brand-new episode of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show, and we couldn’t have asked for a better guest to kick things off—2025 World’s Greatest Horseman Champion, Erin Taormino! 🏆🐴 Fresh off her big win in Fort Worth, Erin breaks down what it took to get there, how she felt in each of the four events, and the highs and lows of competing at the top level. We also take a trip down memory lane, talking about her journey from working under Ron Ralls and Todd Bergen to becoming o...
Mar 14, 2025•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 89
This week in episode 88, we're diving into the life and career of Brent Loeske, the man behind The Colt Company and the brains behind two of reining's standout stallions, Patriot and Colonels Shining Gun. From his early days in the equine world to discovering his passion for reining over cutting. Brent has done it all - starting colts, working for Carol Rose, and now running a successful breeding operation. But what’s a podcast without some wild stories, unfiltered humor, and a few off-the-rails...
Feb 08, 2025•1 hr 1 min
With breeding season just around the corner, we couldn’t think of a better time to sit down with our longtime friend and trusted reproduction vet, Dr. Pat Garrett. In this episode, the guys dive deep into all things breeding, making it an absolute must-listen for anyone in the horse industry. Dr. Pat shares his expert insights on the pros and cons of ICSI, advice for creating effective breeding plans, and what his schedule will look like as the season kicks into gear. He also reflects on how the...
Jan 25, 2025•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 86
We’re thrilled to welcome back Cade McCutcheon for another unforgettable episode of The Show ! Whenever these four get together, it’s guaranteed to be a mix of hilarity, good stories, and a lot of wisdom. In this episode, the guys dive into the challenges of keeping a positive mindset in the high-pressure reining industry, swap plenty of legendary tales about Cade and Tom, and share their experiences and insights into colt starting. From funny missteps to the different approaches they’ve develop...
Jan 18, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 81
Fresh off an incredible year, Arno Honstetter joins us for Episode 84! As the Co-Reserve Champion at the 2024 NRHA Futurity in the L3 and the leading L3 money earner of the year, Arno has had a show season to remember. While in town for Gunny Mathison's spur making school, Arno took time to sit down with us and share insights into his program post-Futurity season and his journey to the top this year. We also dive into his Futurity highlights, discuss Joe's jaw-dropping performances in Oklahoma C...
Dec 21, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 78
History was made last Saturday night in Oklahoma City as Kaci O'Rourke became the first-ever female champion of the NRHA L4 Open Futurity. Her electric run aboard the phenomenal stallion The Fireman had the coliseum roaring, and the energy was nothing short of unforgettable. In this episode, we sit down with Kaci to hear all the behind-the-scenes details—what it took to get to that moment, the preparation, and how she felt after such a groundbreaking win. She also shares the story of how she cam...
Dec 14, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 83
In Episode 81 of The Show, we’re thrilled to welcome the youngest member of the McCutcheon family, Carlee McCutcheon! At just 19 years old, Carlee travels the globe with Olympic show jumpers, chasing her dream of being the best in the business. She shares her journey as a young rider, starting out in reining and later shifting her focus to the jumpers as her passion evolved. We hear about her incredible success as a junior rider and get the inside scoop on her first year as a professional. It’s ...
Nov 16, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Episode 80 is here, and we couldn’t be more thrilled to have the legends of roping themselves, Trevor Brazile and Miles Baker, joining us for a packed and unforgettable episode. Trevor and Miles share stories and laughs with Tom, Joe, and Gunny as they dive into the journey that brought them together and led to their incredibly successful business partnership. We get an inside look at how these two champions met, the challenges and triumphs they’ve faced, and the strategies that have made their ...
Nov 09, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 74
In this episode of The Show, we're thrilled to welcome NRCHA Snaffle Bit Champion and $2 Million Rider Chris Dawson! Hot off his recent win, Chris sits down with Tom, Gunny, and Joe for an entertaining, insightful chat that covers everything from reading cows in the box to his latest wild hobby—skydiving with his wife, Sarah. Chris shares some classic stories, including a hilarious mix-up when he had to use Gunny’s ID to get into a bar. This episode is packed with laughs, stories from the show p...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 77
We’re thrilled to welcome NRHA Professional Wade McDonald, who recently clinched the L3 and L2 Championship titles at the SWRHA Open Futurity! Wade joins Tom, Gunny, and Joe to talk about the excitement and challenges of winning with 3-year-olds, his journey to setting up a brand-new training facility, and the pros and cons of going independent in the industry. They also dive into what it takes to be a showman under pressure, balancing preparation and instinct in the show pen. It’s an inspiring ...
Oct 25, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 78
The original trio is back and thrilled to welcome Justin (aka "Gunny") Mathison, fresh off his victory as the Congress L3 Open Futurity Champion! This fun and entertaining episode dives into Gunny's road to success at the Congress, sharing his strategy aboard his 3-year-olds and how he secured a win worth over $50,000. The guys also recap the winning performances of Cade and Mandy McCutcheon and discuss the evolving leadership at the All American Quarter Horse Congress.Gunny opens up about his s...
Oct 11, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Kings of The Congress! Tom, Gunny, and Joe sit down with NRHA Million Dollar Owners, Rick Clark and Tim Anderson. These two industry powerhouses have not only left their mark as major sponsors in the NRHA, and founders of Friends of Reining, but they also continue to raise the bar for owners and breeders alike. Tim shares the story of his first quarter horse reiner and how he became so deeply involved in the reining world. We also hear from Rick about Varsity Blu, and the potential he sees in hi...
Oct 05, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 76
In Episode 75 of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show, the guys sit down with legendary horse trader Cooper Smith for a hilarious and eye-opening episode. Known for moving over 500 horses through the Smith Ranch each year, Cooper shares the secrets (or lack thereof!) behind managing such a large operation. They dive into fascinating sales statistics, success stories, and the realities of running a high-volume horse trading business. Beyond reining, Cooper’s influence spans the cow horse and roping industri...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 70
In Episode 74 of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show, multi-time guest Jason Vanlandingham joins Tom, Joe, and Gunny for another hilarious and insightful episode. Fresh off his incredible victories at the 2024 Run For A Million and the 100X Tulsa Reining Classic Open Derby, Jason shares his winning formula and the guys dive into how they’re preparing their 3-year-olds for the upcoming futurity. The conversation also uncovers stories from Gunny’s time working for Tom, and explores the different training pr...
Sep 20, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 71
In Episode 73 of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show, Tom, Joe, and Gunny sit down with NRHA Hall of Famer and esteemed NRHA Judge, Terry Thompson. This fun and lively episode flies by as the group dives into Terry's remarkable career, including his time as the "app guy," his impressive record of carrying over 579 points and 119 World Championship titles in the Appaloosa world, and his recent experience judging The Run For A Million. With Ranch Fuel cocktails in hand, the conversation is filled with humor...
Sep 13, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 72
In Episode 72 of Tom McCutcheon’s "The Show," Tom, Gunny, and Joe are joined by Andrea Stillo, the dynamic face and manager behind the highly influential 100X Shows. As the reining industry experiences explosive growth, partly fueled by the popularity of Yellowstone and The Run For A Million, the 100X Shows and their incentive programs have emerged as a major driving force. Andrea shares insider insights into the massive impact of the 100X Shows, with a special focus on the Ranch Fuel Super Slid...
Aug 09, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 72
In Episode 71 of "Tom McCutcheon's The Show," Tom McCutcheon, Joe Schmidt, and Gunny Mathison are joined by NRHA 3 Million Dollar Rider, Jordan Larson. Following a streak of success, Jordan shares his experiences fresh off his impressive wins: the NRHA L3 Open Derby in June and his recent title as Co-Champion of the L4 Open Futurity at the 100X Brazos Slide. After a five-year stay in California, Jordan recently moved back to Watherford, Texas. We delve into the challenges of living outside of ho...
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 71
We've got another great podcast episode for you this week! In Episode 70 of The Show, we are thrilled to sit down with NRHA Professional, Mathieu Buton! Joining Tom McCutcheon, Gunny Mathison, and Joe Schmidt, Mathieu provides an engaging and insightful breakdown of the recent 100X Show in Paris and much more. This episode dives into the intriguing differences between showing in the U.S. and Europe, offering listeners a unique perspective on the global reining scene. Mathieu shares his personal ...
Jul 19, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 70
This week, we're thrilled to welcome the one and only, Mandy McCutcheon, as our special guest. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about the reining world and the growing industry surrounding it. The episode begins with a leisurely start, allowing listeners to settle in before diving into the heart of the discussion. Mandy opens up about her remarkable journey as a leading non-pro rider, offering a rare glimpse into the dedication and passion that have propelled her to the top. A...
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 69
🎥 In this exciting episode of Tom McCutcheon’s The Show, join Tom, Gunny, and Joe as they dive deep into the recently concluded NRHA Derby. The trio takes center stage to discuss the standout preliminary and finals runs from industry leaders, shedding light on the evolving training techniques behind the winning horses. They also hit on their respect for the L4 Non-Pro Co-Champions, who decided not to run off their tie. 👏Gunny, the APHA L3 Open Derby World Champion, shares his firsthand experie...
Jun 28, 2024•59 min•Season 1Ep. 65
