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EPISODE · Jun 5, 2026 · 1H 25M

Building the Solo Select Empire: Melanie Smith | Episode 131

from Tom McCutcheon's THE SHOW · host Tom McCutcheon Reining Horses

This week, the guys sit down with Melanie Smith, co-owner and co-founder of Solo Select — a rapidly growing business that spans horse sales, breeding, mare management, stallions, products, outdoor services, and more.Melanie shares how she got into the horse world, the journey that led her to starting Solo Select, and what her partnership with Ty Smith has looked like along the way. The conversation dives into the building of the Solo Select brand, how they've expanded well beyond horses, and what it's taken — financially and personally — to get there. Melanie also opens up about debt, managing finances, and the motivation that's driven everything she's built.Of course, it wouldn't be a full episode without some laughs — and this week even includes a little singing.A big thank you to Melanie for joining us and sharing her story!

This week, the guys sit down with Melanie Smith, co-owner and co-founder of Solo Select — a rapidly growing business that spans horse sales, breeding, mare management, stallions, products, outdoor services, and more.Melanie shares how she got into the horse world, the journey that led her to starting Solo Select, and what her partnership with Ty Smith has looked like along the way. The conversation dives into the building of the Solo Select brand, how they've expanded well beyond horses, and what it's taken — financially and personally — to get there. Melanie also opens up about debt, managing finances, and the motivation that's driven everything she's built.Of course, it wouldn't be a full episode without some laughs — and this week even includes a little singing.A big thank you to Melanie for joining us and sharing her story!

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