Black Knuckle Ranch

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Black Knuckle Ranch Podcast provides raw perspective into what it actually takes to train horses, run a working ranch, and make the numbers work. We talk training decisions, ranch infrastructure, land improvements, buying and selling horses, and the mistakes most people don’t admit to. No hype, no influencer fluff — just real experience from the ground up. Full of nonsense, cowboy humor, and forward progress.

Episodes

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Ep 6: | Hay, Broken Equipment, and Bad Decisions

    Some weeks on the ranch go according to plan. This was not one of those weeks. In this episode of the Black Knuckle Ranch Podcast, we’re living exactly how we always do — by the seat of our pants. From hauling hay math that somehow never adds up, to broken equipment, questionable decisions, and trying to keep horses getting worked while everything else demands attention, this is real ranch life as it actually happens We talk through: Juggling hay deals, time, and manpower Equipment failures and how small mistakes turn into big ones Why ranch work is never just “one job” The chaos that comes with trying to do everything at once And how we decide what has to get done when plans fall apart No highlight reels. No sugarcoating. Just honest conversations about running a working ranch, figuring it out as you go, and showing up ready to work — even when the week goes sideways. Real horses. Real ranch. Real talk. Socials

    1h 37m
  2. Ep 5: | The Mistakes That Built Our Ranch (And the Ones That Almost Killed Us)

    3 FEB

    Ep 5: | The Mistakes That Built Our Ranch (And the Ones That Almost Killed Us)

    Nobody builds a ranch without screwing a few things up first. In this episode of the Black Knuckle Ranch Podcast, we get honest about the mistakes we made during our first year of operations — the ones that shaped how we work today, and a few that almost put us in the hospital. We talk about learning things the hard way, why experience matters more than perfection, and how ranch life doesn’t come with a manual. Along the way, we recap last week on the ranch, including winter storm chaos, mulching jobs, busted equipment, and why OSHA would probably hate us. Things take a turn when we dive into a framing nail gun incident that definitely wasn’t “almost” an accident, a Carhartt jacket that caught on fire, and how one bad decision can go sideways real fast. There’s also plenty of ranch humor, arguments over jeans, laundry habits, Pop-Tarts, and why nothing gets done unless you show up ready to work. This episode is a reminder that standards are built through experience — not getting everything right the first time. Real horses. Real ranch. Real talk. Follow our Socials!

    1h 38m
  3. Ep 4: | What Being “Ranch Broke” Really Looks Like (And Why It Sneaks Up on You)

    27 JAN

    Ep 4: | What Being “Ranch Broke” Really Looks Like (And Why It Sneaks Up on You)

    “Ranch broke” is one of the most overused and misunderstood terms in the horse world. This episode exists to clearly define what we mean by it at Black Knuckle Ranch, what standards a horse must meet before we’ll use that term, and why we avoid overpromising just to make a sale. It sets expectations and protects both the horse and the buyer. Follow our socials! At Black Knuckle Ranch, we’re dedicated to raising and developing good-minded, well-started performance horses with the kind of foundation you can trust. 254-396-1751

    40 min
  4. Ep 3: | Why “Finished Horses” Cost More — and When They’re a Bad Buy

    7 JAN

    Ep 3: | Why “Finished Horses” Cost More — and When They’re a Bad Buy

    Most problems in horse sales don’t start in training — they start at purchase. In this episode, we explain how we think about buying horses, what trainable actually means to us, and why walking away early often protects both the horse and the buyer. We talk about the real differences between trainable and finished horses, why “finished” doesn’t always mean lower risk, and how pressure, timelines, and expectations can ruin otherwise good horses. We also recap a real week at the ranch — including a surprise calf, cold-weather challenges, a viral broken-rib incident, travel prep, and a horse that showed up lame at auction — to show how real-world problems shape how we make decisions. This episode covers: The true cost difference between trainable and finished horses Why finished horses aren’t always the safer buy What trainable really means — and what it doesn’t Why buying right matters more than training hard How timelines and pressure ruin good horses Mental softness without fragility Willingness to try and recover after pressure Soundness standards required to hold up over time Non-negotiables we won’t train through Structural and soundness issues we walk away from Temperament deal breakers and unsafe behavior Why some horses are cut loose early Why walking away is part of responsible horsemanship We also share real examples: A horse that looked good on paper but didn’t hold up A cheap horse that became expensive A horse we walked away from — and why A horse that surprised us in a good way If you buy, sell, or work with horses — or want to avoid expensive mistakes — this episode lays out how we think long before training ever begins. No shortcuts. No justifying bad purchases. Just honest decision-making that protects horses and people. 📧 Email: support@blackknuckle.com

    31 min
  5. Ep 2: | How Horses Are Handled Day-to-Day (Not Just Ridden)

    7 JAN

    Ep 2: | How Horses Are Handled Day-to-Day (Not Just Ridden)

    Horses aren’t made by single rides — they’re made by how they’re handled every day. In this episode, we explain why most good (and bad) habits are built long before anyone swings a leg over a saddle. Buyers often judge training by how a horse looks under saddle, but the truth shows up in the barn, in the pens, on the lead rope, and in daily routines. This episode breaks down the standards, consistency, and expectations we use at Black Knuckle Ranch — not just the highlight moments. We also recap a real week on the ranch, including equipment failures, broken fences, cold-weather projects, and the kind of problems that come with running a place where work doesn’t stop just because plans change. This episode covers: Why handling starts before riding ever does Catching horses quietly and consistently Respect on the lead rope and standing tied without babysitting How small habits compound — for better or worse Why consistency matters more than talent How mixed signals ruin good horses faster than bad training Why ground manners are a safety issue, not a preference Feeding time, gate manners, and loading habits What horses learn when people are rushed or frustrated How we handle bad days without forcing “wins” Why we prioritize calm endings over breakthroughs How daily handling shows up when we sell horses Why our horses don’t feel “new” to buyers Why we choose honesty and long-term soundness over short-term polish This episode is for anyone who works with horses, buys horses, or wants to understand why some horses feel easy everywhere they go — and others don’t. No shortcuts. No excuses. Just the daily work that actually makes horses. 📧 Email: support@blackknuckle.com

    48 min
  6. Ep: 1 | Why Good Ranch Help Is Harder to Find Than Good Horses

    7 JAN

    Ep: 1 | Why Good Ranch Help Is Harder to Find Than Good Horses

    Good horses don’t just happen — they’re built every single day by the people handling them. In this episode, we pull the curtain back on what “good help” actually looks like on a working ranch. From long days, broken ribs, and problem horses to the quiet wins no one sees online, we talk about why consistency matters more than talent, why some people last and others don’t, and how the help on the ground directly shapes the horses in the arena. We cover: What a real good week on the ranch looks like The daily rhythm no one posts about Wins that don’t make social media Problems you learn to accept as normal Why good help stays — and bad help always leaves If you’re in horses, agriculture, or any business that depends on people showing up and doing it right every day, this episode is for you. This is the unfiltered side of ranch life — no highlight reels, just the truth. 🎙️ Welcome to Episode 1. Email: support@blackknuckle.com

    1h 4m
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Black Knuckle Ranch Podcast provides raw perspective into what it actually takes to train horses, run a working ranch, and make the numbers work. We talk training decisions, ranch infrastructure, land improvements, buying and selling horses, and the mistakes most people don’t admit to. No hype, no influencer fluff — just real experience from the ground up. Full of nonsense, cowboy humor, and forward progress.

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