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Saddle Up Salinas
by California Rodeo Salinas
Saddle Up Salinas brings you inside the world of the California Rodeo Salinas like never before. Hosted by Mandy & Amanda, this podcast features conversations with guests from across the Western industry—sharing stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and the people who make the Rodeo what it is. From traditions and history to the action in the arena, it’s all here—real, unfiltered, and maybe with a few bloopers along the way.So… saddle up and join the ride. 🤠🎧Subscribe to our YouTube channel to follow along (@CaliforniaRodeo)
Episodes
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Hall of Fame Team Roper Jake Barnes | Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 12
Hall of Fame Team Roper Jake Barnes joins us for Ep.12 of Saddle Up Salinas!
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Pierce Wold | Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 11
We caught up with Pierce Wold at the California Rodeo Salinas!
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Monty “Hurricane” Lewis | Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 10
In this episode hosts Mandy Lindquist and Amanda Gianolini catch tie-down roper Monty Lewis warming up his horse before Second Day of Slack at the 116th California Rodeo Salinas, and talk him into an unplanned sit-down on the spot.Monty’s no stranger to the win column here, taking the Salinas…
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Jason Smith and Mike Mclain AKA Porkchop | Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 9
Join temporary hosts Mike McLean and Jason Smith for day two of the California Rodeo Salinas, broadcasting live from behind the bucking chutes. Discover the latest merchandise, discuss the warm weather, and get an inside look at the immense volunteer effort that makes this top-tier rodeo a…
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Saddle Up Salinas | Episode 8 | Meet Your Hosts: Mandy & Amanda
Meet your hosts — Mandy & Amanda are bringing you inside the California Rodeo Salinas like never before. 🤠 Saddle Up Salinas is the official podcast of the California Rodeo Salinas — and in Episode 8, it's all about getting to know the women behind the mic and the rodeo they love. From the...
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Through the Lens of Rodeo | Fernando Sam-Sin | Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 7
In Episode 7 of Saddle Up Salinas, we sit down with Fernando Sam-Sin — a man whose journey to rodeo is unlike anything you've ever heard.Born and raised in The Hague, Netherlands, Fernando came up as a boxer who nearly made the 1972 Olympics, transitioned into professional bodybuilding, opened…
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The Benny Blaster | Benny Jefferson | Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 6
Episode 6 of Saddle Up Salinas is here — and this one is special. We sit down with Benny Jefferson — past President of the California Rodeo Salinas, inventor of the Benny Blaster, the man behind the legendary arena dirt that cowboys compete on every July, and one of the key figures who helped…
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The Man Behind the Name, Ed Montana | Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 5
In Episode 5 of Saddle Up Salinas, we sit down with the man behind the name — Ed Montana. Ed is a Salinas singer-songwriter whose music and spirit are woven into the very fabric of the California Rodeo Salinas. His song gave this podcast its name, but his story goes far deeper than that. From his...
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J.D Crouse: From Nebraska Cowboy to California Rodeo Salinas Champion | Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 4
Join hosts Amanda Gianolini and Mandy Lindquist on Saddle Up Salinas as they welcome two-time California Rodeo Salinas All-Around Champion, J.D Crouse.🤠 From growing up in Nebraska surrounded by horses to becoming a rodeo legend, JD shares the experiences, challenges, and pivotal moments that...
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Behind the Mic | Wayne Brooks & Will Rasmussen on Calling the Greatest Rodeo in California Ep. 3
In Episode 3 of Saddle Up Salinas, we sit down with two of the most respected voices in professional rodeo — Wayne Brooks and Will Rasmussen.Wayne is a 5-time PRCA Announcer of the Year and 9-time National Finals Rodeo announcer. Will has been calling the California Rodeo Salinas since 1999 and…
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John Harrison – Life in the Arena
In Episode 2 of Saddle Up Salinas, we sit down with John Harrison, a celebrated rodeo clown, to talk about his unforgettable return to the California Rodeo Salinas after 12 years.🎤 Hosts Mandy and Amanda dive into John’s journey—from the thrill of stepping back into the arena to the deep family...
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Saddle Up Salinas Ep. 1 🔥 FREESTYLE BULLFIGHTS 🐂
In the debut episode of Saddle Up Salinas, we’re diving into one of the most iconic and adrenaline-filled traditions of the California Rodeo Salinas—freestyle bullfighting. A fan-favorite and the grand finale of every rodeo performance since 1980, this event takes center stage as we explore what...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Saddle Up Salinas brings you inside the world of the California Rodeo Salinas like never before. Hosted by Mandy & Amanda, this podcast features conversations with guests from across the Western industry—sharing stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and the people who make the Rodeo what it is. From traditions and history to the action in the arena, it’s all here—real, unfiltered, and maybe with a few bloopers along the way.So… saddle up and join the ride. 🤠🎧Subscribe to our YouTube channel to follow along (@CaliforniaRodeo)
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Saddle Up Salinas brings you inside the world of the California Rodeo Salinas like never before. Hosted by Mandy & Amanda, this podcast features conversations with guests from across the Western industry—sharing stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and the people who make the Rodeo what it is. From...
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