Episodes
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Life’s Too Short to be Miserable
It’s been a hot minute and a crazy year, but there’s something I need to get off my chest y’all! Hope that y’all enjoy this episode and I will to be bringing out new content in the new year!
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Ep. 39 • What Motivates Me?
In this episode I discuss different strategies I have for motivation. Listen in to help find new to motivate you to achieve your future goals!
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Ep. 38 • Why I’m Not Ready to Have Kids
Sorry if this gets a little deep in the feels, but I’m sure I can’t be the only one. Just wanted to give a little pep talk if you have been feeling the same way, in case everyone feels you should be rushing life. I have been hearing about how my life “SHOULD” be going for the past couple years…
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Ep. 37 • Training Colts (Moving Off Pressure, Respecting Space and What to Expect)
The 2nd episode back since the beginning of summer and let’s talk about colts. What to expect when it comes to raising and training your own or potential client horses. I hope I can express how important it is to assure your safety, as well as, your horses safety.
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Ep. 36 • Q&A: Horses and Bad Habits (Pawing and Alley Issues)
I’m baaaaaack! Sorry that I have been beyond busy going through life and just trying to get things under control. Here recently I have been feeling that I need record an episode, so I decided to do a Q&A for my first one back! Enjoy and feel free to leave a 5 ⭐️ review if you found this episode...
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Big Sister Talks #3 • Not Having A Role Model
Growing up can be tough, but not having someone to look up too can be tougher. I’m here to tell you that not having a role model is 100% ok! Take a listen, get lost in thoughts and seek your inner self on who might be your role model. If you don’t have one, don’t sweat it! If you enjoyed the...
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Ep. 35 • Love vs Comfortability
I’m back! So sorry it has been a couple months, but I have been super busy with my new job and training Foxy and Seze. I felt I needed to talk about this subject as it has played a roll in people’s lives around me. I hope that y’all enjoy this episode and leave a 5 ⭐️ rating and review!
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Ep. 34 • Growing pains
Going through life, you will always have growing pains. Changes are constantly gonna happen and new doors will always open when the old ones close.
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Ep. 33 • You Can Always Come Back
After hearing someone’s take on encouraging rodeo sports for younger teens coming up, I discuss about my own personal experience with growing up barrel racing. Things change and life happens and there’s nothing you can do about it sometimes, but that doesn’t mean it’s gone forever.
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Ep. 32 • “Change”: My 2022 Word of the Year
Going through the past year, I’ve gone through different challenges. This year, I’ve taken a step back to look at things I wanted to change to make this new year better! I hope this episode encourages you to think about what you want in life and can lead you of what to start/change this year!
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Ep. 31 • Highlight Reel vs. Mental Health
I am back and the 1st episode of 2022. Taking a look back on the year and thinking on everything. Sure there were the highlights, but also there were lows and I allowed myself to grieve the lows. Now that I’ve allowed myself that grievance, I’m bringing a new energy to the new year.
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NFR Show #9: Round 10 & NFR Recap | Barrel Racing
When the last girl runs and checks are cash, it’s time go back home and regroup and rest. Barrel racing is a fun sport, but not for the faint of heart. Some will leave empty handed and some will leave with new titles. In the end, these are the top 15 of world of 2021. These women put in the time,...
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NFR Show #8: Round 7, 8, 9 | Barrel Racing
Here we are, coming down to the wire of the NFR and neck and neck. Spots 1 and 2 are about to battle it out in round 10 of the NFR!!!!
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NFR Show #7: Resistol Rookie Rundown 2021
Today’s episode is short and sweet recapping the rookies of the year of each event that compete in the NFR. Some rookies made it to compete in the top 15 and some fell short. I do want to apologize to those who’s names I mispronounced if I did. I hope y’all enjoyed this episode and feel free to...
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NFR Show #6: Round 5 & 6 | Barrel Racing
I apologize for being off the past couple nights, getting y’all caught back up with Round 5 & 6 results and notes!! Tomorrow is Round 7 & 8 to stay UTD!
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NFR Show #5: Round 3 & 4 | Barrel Racing
Here we go! The ground is getting packed the horses are getting to practice! It’s time to start settling in for the fast times of the NFR!!!
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NFR Show #4: Themed Nights and Memorial Night | Barrel Racing
Just wanted to remind everyone the importance of memorial night
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NFR Show #3: Round 1 & 2 | Barrel Racing
So very grateful for the people who live stream the NFR, y’all are a godsend! Ground was a little loose, but the further along we go the more packed it’ll be and the faster the runs. I’m so excited to see the cemetery week😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
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NFR Show #2: Top 15 | Barrel Racing
As we prepare for Round 1 of the NFR, I’d like to introduce y’all to the Top 15 of the WPRA World Standings! Resources are cited in the episode. I would like to apologize in advance if I forgot any horses or my information was wrong. I hope y’all enjoy this episode and if so, don’t forget to…
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NFR Show #1: NFR History
12 days NFR anybody?! Welcome to the NFR Podcast House Party! Come along and join me on the history, rounds and cowboys and cowgirls in the 2 weeks of the “Super Bowl of rodeo”! Resources are cited in the episode. If you enjoy this years NFR Show on The Chalayne Hughes Podcast please leave a 5⭐️...
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Ep. 30 • It’s Thanksgiving Week!
Just wanted to jump on here and tell y’all what Thanksgiving means to me. Hope that everyone enjoys the holiday season and stuffed on turkey! Happy Thanksgiving!
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Ep. 29 • PSA: When it Happens…
Today, we do a little reflecting on Amberleigh Snider’s post last week and moving into the next steps of my journey. People will talk! People will pray to have your life! People will be jealous of your accomplishments! This week’s episode is to remind you, when it happens…. Think before you talk...
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Ep 28 • My Biggest Regret of Barrel Racing
Back for another week and a new subject! My biggest regret and why I plan not to miss out on anything in this new chapter❤️ After listening, please leave a rating and 5 ⭐️ rating and share to show your support! Thank you!
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Big Sister Talks #2 • Does It Get Easier…
Thank you for listen to “Big Sister Talks” series, answering your questions from a big sister’s experience. Be sure to leave a rating, write a review or tell a friending you are enjoying these talks!
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Big Sister Talks #1 • Dating in High School (When will guys be “ready” for a relationship?)
Welcome to my new series “Big Sister Talks”! This series is made for the younger generation coming up that maybe don’t have siblings or would probably like some information from an older sibling so I created “big sister talks” to help give insite on questions y’all may have. So give it a listen,...
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Ep. 27 • National Suicide Awareness Month (Mental Health Breakdown)
Happy September!!! Today I just wanted to bring some in site to people who struggle with mental health and suicidal ideations from someone who has had them first hand. Some tips and reminders as well to keep in mind. I would like to apologize to those who may find this episode as a “Debbie…
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Ep. 26 • When Life Gets in Your Way (An Update on My Year)
Coming up on a year ago when one of the biggest hurricanes in 15 years hit. Hurricane Laura demolished almost everything on the hill. A year later, so many things have happened environmentally, physically and mentally. Hear my mentality on the whole aspect of things. Thank you for listening!…
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Ep. 25 • What’s the Hardest Part About Barrel Racing
So you think you wanna become a barrel racer? If so, here’s a few tips of a “heads up” to prepare for when preparing yourself for the journey. For any other topics or questions you may want me to discuss message me on Instagram at Chalayne.Hughes!
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Ep. 24 • The story behind “MY” cross
Going through telling the story behind my yellow cross on my saddle that I have rode with since 2006. Also, going in depth of why I consider myself a role model.
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Ep. 23 • Breeding and Pedigrees (Future Plans Q&A)
Enjoy my ramblings of future plans of breeding, futurities and... owning a stud? If you have any message me on any social media platforms at Smokin’ H Ranch.
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Ep. 22 • One of the Biggest Lessons I’ve Learned
Sometimes for have to fail to succeed! Failure is something that has led me to my biggest successes. I hope that this episode gives insight of what you would like to accomplish in life and remember it’s never too late to change your mind about your life and future. Share this episode with your...
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Ep. 21 • On The Road with Amanda Dilworth
You never where and who you’re gonna catch on the pod! This week’s episode is brought to you from the bed of my truck lol. I had an amazing interview with Western Edge Photography’s own, Amanda Dilworth. A wonderful person who has been chasing her photography dreams... in the arena! She has so…
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Ep. 20 • Midweek Mind Dump
So many new things I’ve learned and some things I need to step back from.
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Ep. 19 • It’s Time To Move On... To The Next Chapter
In today’s episode, it is revealed I’m in a growing phase of my life. Also, I share about hard times and having the courage to go to someone and tell them “I need help.”
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Ep. 18 • The (Yo)unique Individual
There’s been some lessons I’ve been learning recently. What are they? You cannot compare yourself to other people! Whether it’s their lives, lifestyles, choices, opportunities or opinions... You cannot compare! There are no two same snowflakes, as there are no two same fingerprints. Just like…
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Ep. 17 • Q&A of Some Deep Stuff
In this episode after putting a poll out, I did another Q&A to add from some new followers! And these got DEEP!!! From Role Models to Confidence in riding and “everywhere” to staying motivated, I feel there’s a couple little gold nuggets of information that you didn’t know you needed. Enjoy and...
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Ep. 16 • Haters Are Motivators
Whether you’re an athlete, artist, dancer or trying to figure out what you wanna do and chase your dreams, don’t lose hope! If there is a will, there’s a way and not every bump in the road means you have to end your journey to your dreams. I hope you love this episode and it sheds some light on…
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Ep. 15 • Tongue Tied and Talking
Just a little bit of rambling. Be sure to subscribe to my channel on YouTube at Smokin’ H Ranch. Thank you so much for your support!
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Ep. 14 • Take the Compliment
In this episode, I talk about one of maybe my best *personal* self-love exercises. So take a listen and spread joy and love around like confetti!
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Ep. 13 • Winging Life and Eyeliner with Shelby McCamey
In the episode I got to have a conversation with a WPRA card holder, founder of Yellow Felt Soul and overall amazing young lady, Miss Shelby McCamey. After her hardships battling depression and suicidal thoughts, she focused her energy more on her love for barrel racing in hopes of reaching her...
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Ep. 12 • Did This Really Take Almost 45 Minutes?!
This all started with a question on Instagram... After thinking on this, the question that started it off, I realized it was gonna take one whole episode to use different scenarios to explain my different situations and evolution of managing 5 horses. Also having my sister put in her 2 cents of...
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Ep. 11 • Don’t Let Your Envy Eat You
Just a last minute thing that came to me at the end of this Monday evening. What better place to bring my random, rambling thoughts then from the ground of the brand new barn. Hope y’all enjoy and if so please give me a 5 ⭐️ rating and review! Thank you.
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Ep. 10 • Choosing Your Path
I hope that y’all enjoy this episode! If you aren’t following me on social media you follow my Facebook page @smokinhranch and Instagram @chalayne.hughes and @smokinhranch
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Ep. 9 • I’ll Make it There Someday with Bryan Rasmussen
Only the 2nd week of 2021 and I have my next guest, Bryan Rasmussen, with NextGen Performance Horses. In this episode, we talk about different stuff from chariot racing to barrel racing to his training program and roping! We even mention my previous guest Hannah Beth with her Introverted…
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Ep. 8 • 2020 Vision for 2021
Happy New Year! We survived 2020, but with a new year and reflecting on the year we just had I feel we’re all a bit weary. Leave 2020 in hindsight, but take the lessons you’ve learned into 2021 and kick some tail! Listen about my 2020 vision for 2021 on Anchor or Anchor.fm and “May the odds be…
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Ep. 7 • Barrel Racing Q&A with Chalayne Hughes
Welcome back! I apologize that this is a couple days late, but better late than never. In today’s episode, I read off questions from my Instagram (@chalayne.hughes) about barrel racing. This episode is brought to you by Anchor or Anchor.fm
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Ep. 6 • Barrel Betty’s, Karen’s and Couch Jockeys
Here’s an extra long one with my little shpeele of the NFR and barrel racing in general! Enjoy! Brought to you by Anchor.fm
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Ep 5. • The Introverted Extravert Hannah Beth Virginia
In today’s episode, I had the privilege to talk to Hannah Beth Virginia. An entrepreneurial cowgirl who has founded Dare To Be A Cowboy and HB Barrel Racing Planners. This young lady is on her way to big things and I’m very appreciative to have had the opportunity to interview her on her…
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Ep. 4 • Clean Cabinets and Dirty Drawers
Hey y’all! Welcome back to a new episode! This week’s episode was brought to me after Thanksgiving and realizing just everything we do when the holidays come around. Also, speaking of holidays, be sure to check on your friends and family during this time of the year. Mental illness is something...
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Ep. 3 • Love Each Other
In this episode I want to start off by saying that this is not made to offend or punish anyone, but more to shed light on understanding different scenarios. I appreciate everyone that takes the time out of their day to tune into this and I hope that it gives you a better understanding on a...