RodeoKids.com Podcast

Putting in the Work w/ Tori and Alex Jacobs

In this fun interview, 3x College National Finals Qualifier and short go qualifier Tori Jacobs along with her sister, High School National Finals and Iowa Rodeo Cowboys Association Finals Qualifier Alex Jacobs talk about getting into rodeo as a family new to the sport. We caught up with them about their fall seasons and how they are preparing for the spring season just around the corner. They also discuss their strategies for practice, staying positive in the off season, and how to keep it all together as working student athletes. 
 
Favorite Quotes:
"Everyone has the same 24 hours in a day" 
"Surround yourself with people who fit your future, not your past" 
 

How to Think, Train & Transform into a Champion feat. Kaylee Smith

Wow!! This podcast is full of awesome information the whole family can benefit from. Kaylee Smith, 2x CNFR Qualifier, Champion Central Region goat tyer and author of the book Speedy Goatz 𝑀𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑎𝑙 𝐸𝑑𝑔𝑒 𝑊𝑜𝑟𝑘𝑏𝑜𝑜𝑘: 𝐻𝑜𝑤 𝑡𝑜 𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑘, 𝑇𝑟𝑎𝑖𝑛 & 𝑇𝑟𝑎𝑛𝑠𝑓𝑜𝑟𝑚 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑜 𝑎 𝐶ℎ𝑎𝑚𝑝𝑖𝑜𝑛, shares her experience, advice and stories to how she's overcome obstacles and become a champion!
Purchase Book Now: Purchase Mental Edge Work Workbook
Bible Verse: Psalms 37:4 Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart.
Books:
The Gifts of Imperfection: Brene Brown
Mind Gym: Gary Mack
Relentless:  Tim Grover

Messy Hair, Still Care!!

Some days I just want to throw up that wild hair in a messy bun and roll on with life! Some men can relate, others just wear a cap. Contrary to what my dad and probably yours would say, I think it's OKAY to 𝙤𝙘𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 let yourself be simple. That's many companies have #casualfriday.
 
While I don't disagree that getting dressed and cleaned up is always a good option, I'm also a firm believer that I can get just as much done in my messy bun! During this RodeoKids.com podcast, host Camarie Widmer, shares some ways to stay on track in your comfy clothes!
 
*𝐷𝑖𝑠𝑐𝑙𝑎𝑖𝑚𝑒𝑟: 𝑊𝑒'𝑟𝑒 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑒𝑛𝑑𝑜𝑟𝑠𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑔𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑜𝑢𝑡 𝑜𝑓 𝑏𝑒𝑑 𝑜𝑟 𝑛𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 𝑔𝑒𝑡𝑡𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑑𝑟𝑒𝑠𝑠𝑒𝑑, 𝑏𝑢𝑡 𝑗𝑢𝑠𝑡 𝑎𝑙𝑙𝑜𝑤𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟𝑠𝑒𝑙𝑓 𝑡𝑜 𝑏𝑒 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑓𝑦 𝑠𝑜𝑚𝑒𝑡𝑖𝑚𝑒𝑠 𝑤ℎ𝑖𝑙𝑒 𝑠𝑡𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑎𝑐𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑝𝑙𝑖𝑠ℎ𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑔𝑜𝑎𝑙𝑠.
Books to read: The Champion's Mind by Jim Afremow
Quote: "Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment." - Unknown. 

"Deserving" to Win

In today's world, we seem to be struggling with entitlement and people of all ages thinking they "deserve" things they haven't worked for. In this RodeoKids.com Podcast, host Camarie Widmer, talks about what it takes to "deserve" to win and what she thinks the secret competitive advantage will be for the future. 
Quotes: "You don't deserve to win until you've earned it." - Camarie Widmer (and many others)
"A parent can help direct a child when it comes to goals. Show leadership. Show discipline, Show industriousness. Have traditional values. The person you are is the person your child will become." - Coach John Wooden 
 
Book Suggestion: "Wooden" by Coach John Wooden

The Greatness of Discipline w/ 3x NFR Qualifier Jacob Talley

Professional Steer Wrestler and 3x NFR Qualifier, Jacob Talley, transferred from the football field to the rodeo arena at age 20. Just NINE years later, 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒆 𝒚𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒔, Jacob is sitting SECOND in the world headed to his THIRD NFR! If you are looking for something to inspire you to get to the next level, you have to listen to this podcast and share it with your friends!
In this podcast, Jacob shares how he started on his steer wrestling journey, what his days look like preparing for the NFR, how he overcame an injury that should have taken up to a year to heal from in just 8 weeks and the secrets to his success! 
P.S. I made an error on the recording so the sound quality isn't the best on this podcast, but there is so much good stuff in here, it's 100% worth the listen anyway!
Favorite Verse: "As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." - Proverbs 27:17#nfr #nationalfinalsrodeo #nfr2020 #steerwrestler #steerwrestling #bulldogging #discipline #ironsharpensiron #hardwork #rodeorode #nfrdreams #goldbuckledreams #prca #prcacowboy #prorodeo #rodeokids #rodeokid #cowboy #cowboys 

THROWBACK: First You Must Finish w/ Emily Beisel (Miller)

If you aren't already a huge fan of 3x NFR Qualifier Emily Beisel (Miller), you will be after listening to this podcast! Emily isn't just a successful barrel racer, but one of the most humble, hard working, open minded people chasing after those gold buckle dreams! 
Emily doesn't come from a rodeo family and at age nine, her parents opened her first checking account where she learned about the costs of entry fees and having to work hard and win to be able to go up and down the road. While she has a great support system, she also has an education, has worked the full and part-time jobs to make her dreams come true! 
Click play to learn about the craziness of the 2020 rodeo season, gain a barrel racers perspective and how she's preparing for the NFR in Arlington, TX and so much more! 

The Duo that created the Short Go Children's Books

What do you do when you see a need? Fulfill it!
This super fun podcast with Lindsay Keller and Marilyn Domer tells the story of the Midwest based, mother-daughter duo from the Bell Mare Book Company. We get to learn all about how they got their start, the process of making books, their goals and so much more!
 Purchase the books: https://rodeokids.com/product-category/toys-and-games/

Call it Fate or Destiny w/ Coach Fenton Nelsen

Head Rodeo Coach, Fenton Nelsen, at Graceland University in Lamoni, IA is a successful competitor and rodeo coach. On this RodeoKids Podcast, Fenton shares his story and how fate had its way when he least expected it! Hear his story and learn about the new program he's building and how he's helping his rodeo athletes be all-around winners in and out of the arena!Rodeo Team website: https://www.gujackets.com/sport/0/41.php
Contact Fenton Nelsen:
Email: fnelsen1@graceland.ede
Call: (641) 373-4331

College Rodeo w/ Coach Branden Edwards

We got to meet up with Colorado Mesa University's head Rodeo Coach, Branden Edwards, at the NLBRA Finals. Branden isn't just a coach, but also a past and current competitor, rodeo announcer and business owner. He took the time to share valuable information and advice for all students interested in college and rodeo.
Learn more about the CMU program or college rodeo:
Website: https://cmumavericks.com/sports/rodeo
Phone: (970) 248-2301
E-mail: bedwards@coloradomesa.edu
Facebook: @brandenedwards

“If it’s to be, it’s up to ME!”

RodeoKids.com podcast host, Camarie Widmer, talks with Kody Jacobs from Wide Open Customs about multiple aspects of life in the western industry.  From a business owner to father and everything in between. Kody has lots of experience and insight for the whole family!