Behind The Buckles

This week on Behind the Buckles, we’re catching up with Jake Stanley for a rodeo conversation full of stories, laughs, and a few good nuggets of cowboy wisdom. From the grind of team roping to the kind of moments that only happen in the rodeo world. We talk about the highs, the hiccups, the hard work, and the funny stuff that comes with life in the roping pen. Jake also shares a few lessons from the road, the arena, and about raising his family & what it is like transitioning from the cowboy to the driver for his barrel racers. Looking for amazing coffee - https://spearscoffeeco.comLooking for a new home - https://larisonrealestate.com

This week on Behind The Buckles we got to sit down with NFR qualifier and National Champion wrestler Ruger Piva. We all love Ruger and we got real, honest and hilarious conversations about life on the road and just life in general. Loved having him! Property Link - https://api.kvcore.com/asset/image/opengraph?account=expcorporate377&asset_id=1831060Coffee Link - https://spearscoffeeco.com/

In this episode of Behind the Buckles, we sit down with NFR qualifier Kathy Grimes for an honest conversation about her future in rodeo and the next chapter of her breeding program. Kathy opens up about the challenges of staying competitive at the highest level, what drives her passion for raising and training top-tier horses, and how she’s shaping the next generation of champions. It’s a genuine look into the grit, grace, and determination that define one of rodeo’s respected competitors.

In this episode of Behind the Buckles, we sit down with saddle bronc rider Kade Bruno to talk about his rodeo career, the people he travels with, and the different formats that make up the professional rodeo season. Kade shares how much the traveling partner dynamic matters on the road, and why those buddy groups become such an important part of life in rodeo.We also dig into the way rodeos can vary from one event to the next, from smaller circuit rodeos to bigger winter stops and major championship events. Kade explains how entering, hitting the road, and figuring out the best rodeo format all play into staying competitive and building momentum through the season.Along the way, Kade talks about the grind of travel, the support system that comes with rodeo, and what it takes to keep showing up when the miles stack up. His perspective gives a great look at how much strategy, chemistry, and consistency go into a successful season.

On this episode Rainy is interviewing her 2 best friends & sharing all kinds of colorful stories! Best enjoyed with a drink in hand. 

Hi All!  Get to know us! The husband-and-wife team behind the mic! In this short and sweet 13-minute episode, we introduce ourselves, share a bit about who we are, and set the stage for what listeners can expect from the show. It’s a casual, honest chat to break the ice—, just real conversation and a peek at the personalities driving the podcast. share, like and subscribe. :)