RodeoKids.com Podcast

The Feels w/ RodeoKids Ambassadors

Feelings, emotions, stress, fear, doubt, worry impact all of us at some point in time. Learning how to identify the what is out of our control and putting those things to the side are what takes champions to the top and KEEPS them there! During this RodeoKids Podcast, our Ambassadors step up to the plate to share their stories and offer advice for how to turn these obstacles into opportunities! Make sure to give us a follow!

Knowledge is Power w/ Scott Dorenkamp from the PRCA

Did you know that there are 400,000-500,000 animal exposures at over 700 PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) events each year? And that out of that huge number, less than 0.1% of those exposures results in an injury! Did you know that the PRCA collects injury reports from every single sanctioned event? 
This podcast with Scott Dorenkamp, Livestock Program and Government Relations Manager, is full of all kinds of insightful information during this RodeoKids Podcast that will open your eyes and get you excited to share with other people! 

Knowing Your Stuff

If someone were to come at you and start asking you questions about rodeo and how the animals are treated, would you be able to hold the conversation in a calm, cool, collected manner? Have you thought about what different events look like from the stands if you grew up in town and have no ties whatsoever to agriculture, ranching, rodeo or the western way of life?It's something to be taken seriously and with a little knowledge, keeping an open mind and preparing ourselves, we can each make a huge difference, one conversation at a time to preserve the way of life we love so much for generations to come! 

Rodeo 101

Getting started in the rodeo world isn't exactly a cake walk, especially if you're a first generation cowboy or cowgirl with little to no guidance on where to start. During the RodeoKids Podcast episode, we talk about some of the basics and guidelines to consider and put into practice as you embrace this awesome journey! Learn more at www.rodeokids.com/rodeo101 

WIN: What’s Important Now w/ Chevy Allen

Chevy Allen is the author of the book 10 Things Gritty Riders DON'T Do, as well as a Horsemanship, Life and Confidence Coach. During this podcast you'll learn all about strategies to overcome the nerves and fears that come with wanting to be competitive, getting bucked off and so much more! Learn more about the Chevy Allen at www.getgrittywithchevy.com.

Keeping Confidence

Confidence can be tricky! We want it all the time, but sometimes we fall short. During this RodeoKids Podcast episode, our very own RodeoKids Ambassadors, dive into their stories of losing confidence and how they've regained it and work to keep it!  

Taking a Stand

Knowledge is power, but communication is key! This RodeoKids Podcast episode talks about how cowboys and cowgirls can take a stand to educate others who don't understand our way of life or how much we care about our critters. Being prepared and proactive on this topic is critical in today's world and we get to take a stand for this life we love so much! 

Calm in the Storm

Do you get nervous when the start calling your name? Does your heart start to beat like thunder? Does your horse get nervous? Do you start to feel out of control? Are you struggling with the beginning parts of your runs, be it the gate, the first barrel or getting into the box? This RodeoKids Podcast episode is for you! Podcast host, Camarie Widmer, shares a few tips on how to keep yourself and your horse calm in what can feel like a storm! 
To talk more in depth about your specific situation, check out the coaching options at www.rodeokids.com!

Fill Your Own Shoes w/ Miss Rodeo America

Miss Rodeo America's very own, Hailey Frederikson is the epidemy of a good role model for youth in the western industry. She's a stewardess for rodeo by being a wealth of knowledge, a public relations guru, a welcoming face and much more! During this podcast she talks about her journey to becoming Miss Rodeo America, stepping into being judged, the roles of a rodeo queen and filling your own shoes and embracing your own journey!
 
Give her a follow on social media: @MissRodeoAmerica 
Thank you letters can be sent to:
Miss Rodeo America
50105 CR 17
Wellington, CO 80549

Everything is Possible w/ Caleb Smidt

"Through Jesus Christ, all things are possible," says Caleb Smidt, 3x World Champion and 2x American Champion tie down roper! This man has faced major adversity throughout the past ten years. Through personal injuries, sickness, death of loved ones, he continues to keep moving forward with a positive attitude, a grateful heart and at the top of the leaderboard.
 
During this podcast, Caleb's story gives us insight on how to overcome adversity and inspires us to always keep moving forward, trust in the Lord and not to ask, "why me" but to continue asking, "help me".