The Cattle Coach Show

Kolten Thigpen

Everything show cattle! We will talk about everything we love from management in the show ring to the pasture, but most importantly how to make money doing it! Hear from industry leaders who have broke through the impossible financial barriers to live the dream as full time stockman. Learn more at www.cattle-coach.com. Resources: www.bullnanza.com www.expresslivestockgenomics.com

  1. 2 days ago

    How to Turn a Good Calf Into a Grand Champion

    Cattle Coach Academy & course: https://www.cattle-coach.com Buying the right calf is only the beginning. The real work starts the day you bring them home. In this episode of The Cattle Coach, Kolten breaks down what happens between purchase day and show day—and why that daily work is where grand champions are actually made. From creating functional facilities and reducing stress to feeding consistently, building the right routines, practicing showmanship, and intentionally working with your animal, Kolten walks through the habits that can make or break your success in the show ring. You'll learn why consistency matters so much with cattle, when being “consistently inconsistent” can actually make your animal better, and why every part of your routine should have a purpose. You can't just buy your way into the champion circle. You've got to put in the work. Subscribe to The Cattle Coach for more practical cattle knowledge, show cattle advice, and lessons from inside the industry.

  2. 5 days ago

    How the Top 1% of Breeders Market Their Show Cattle

    Presentation matters, and when you're selling show cattle, it can directly impact your bottom line. In this episode of The Cattle Coach Podcast, Kolten breaks down how intentional presentation can help you sell more cattle, attract more buyers, and ultimately command a higher price. From washing and clipping to lighting, timing, setting, and even how an animal is standing when a buyer first sees it, the details matter more than most breeders realize. Buyers shouldn't have to imagine what a calf could look like. Your job is to help them see the vision. Kolten explains why first impressions are so powerful, how the exact same animal can look completely different depending on how it's presented, and why expecting buyers to "see the potential" could be costing you money. If you're raising and selling show cattle, this episode will challenge you to look at your marketing from the buyer's perspective and become more intentional about the experience you're creating. Because at the end of the day, you're not just selling the calf. You're selling the dream of what that calf could become. All in. All out. Cattle Coach.

  3. 21 Aug

    How to Create a Grand Champion Pt. 1: Champions Aren't Bought

    In Part 1 of How to Create a Grand Champion, Kolten breaks down where the road to the backdrop actually starts: picking the right calf. Grand champions aren't simply bought. They're made through the right foundation, the right team, and a whole lot of work. Kolten walks through what he looks for when selecting a show steer, including structure, pedigree, age, projected weight, breed, and the importance of working with a breeder who wants to see you succeed. If your goal is to win your class, your breed, or ultimately stand in the Grand Champion drive, it starts with knowing your end goal and working backward from there. This is Part 1 of a three-part series on How to Create a Grand Champion. Follow The Cattle Coach and come back for Part 2 as we take the next step toward the backdrop.

  4. 18 Aug

    The Show Cattle Industry Has Gone Too Far | Joe Behrens

    Want to learn more from The Cattle Coach?Join the Cattle Coach Academy: https://www.cattle-coach.com/In this episode of The Cattle Coach, Kolten sits down with legendary Texas cattle breeder Joe Behrens for a conversation built on decades of experience in the cattle and show industries.Joe shares the breeding philosophies that shaped his program, what he’s learned about building productive cattle, and why chasing the most popular genetics doesn’t always produce the best results. He also doesn’t shy away from the problems he sees in today’s show ring, from classification and judging to fitting, hair, weight, and the pressure to make cattle look a certain way.At the heart of the conversation is a simple question: Are we raising cattle to win a show, or raising cattle that actually work?From breeding decisions and show-ring trends to faith, family, and lessons learned over a lifetime in agriculture, this episode is packed with perspective you only get from someone who has spent decades doing it.

  5. 11 Aug

    AI Is Coming for the Cattle Industry

    AI isn’t just changing tech companies and big cities. It’s coming to the cattle industry, and it may change the way we ranch faster than we think.In this episode of The Cattle Coach, Kolten breaks down what AI could mean for ranchers, cattle producers, and show cattle families. From drones and virtual fencing to herd health monitoring, genetics, breeding decisions, and even AI evaluating cattle, the possibilities are getting wild.With all that opportunity comes a bigger question: what happens next for the cattle industry?The future of ranching is coming whether we’re ready or not. The question is how we use it.What do you think? Will AI make us better cattlemen, or are we moving too fast?#CattleCoach #Ranching #CattleIndustry #AI #Agriculture

  6. 4 Aug

    The Mistake Almost Every Rancher Makes

    🎓 Join the Cattle Coach Academy:https://cattlecoachacademy.com👇 Learn more about Sandhills Feeders:https://sandhillsfeeders.comEvery rancher wants better cattle, but very few stop to ask one critical question.What does your ideal cow actually look like?In this episode, Kolten Thigpen explains why there is no such thing as the perfect cow, only the perfect cow for your operation. Whether you're raising commercial cattle, seedstock, or show cattle, your breeding decisions should be driven by your end goal, not someone else's.If you've ever struggled with breeding decisions, selecting replacement females, or figuring out what direction your herd should go, this conversation could save you years of frustration.In this episode:• Why your cow is the "factory" of your operation• Why the ideal cow is different for every ranch• The mistake that holds many ranchers back• How defining your end goal changes every management decision• A memorable story from the legendary V8 Ranch that every cattle producer should hearIf you enjoy practical conversations about cattle, ranching, breeding, and building a more profitable operation, be sure to subscribe and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode.#Cattle #Ranching #BeefCattle #CowCalf #Livestock #CattleBreeding #ShowCattle #Seedstock #Agriculture #TheCattleCoach

  7. 28 Jul

    3 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started Ranching

    👇 Learn more about today's sponsor, Sandhills Feeders:https://sandhillsfeeders.com/🎓 Join the Cattle Coach Academy:https://cattlecoachacademy.com/If you're just getting started in the cattle business—or you've been at it for years and feel like you're working harder than you should—this episode is for you.Kolten shares the three biggest lessons he wishes he had known before getting into ranching. These aren't theories. They're hard-earned lessons that came through years of trial and error, costly mistakes, and discovering what actually moves the needle.In this episode, we cover:• Why hiring help earlier can accelerate your operation• The management mistake that nearly cut conception rates in half• How focusing on the basics led to a jump from 30% to 70% conception rates• Why stocking rate and proper grazing matter more than expensive supplements• How staying true to your breeding philosophy creates long-term success• The importance of building a ranch you actually enjoy working every dayWhether you're raising commercial cattle, seedstock, or show cattle, these principles can save you years of frustration—and potentially thousands of dollars.If you enjoy practical ranching conversations built on real-world experience, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and Share so you never miss a new episode of The Cattle Coach.#CattleCoach #Ranching #Cattle #CowCalf #ShowCattle #BeefCattle #CattleRanching #RanchLife #Agriculture #Livestock #Cowherd #CattleBusiness #BeginningFarmer #FarmLife

  8. 21 Jul

    Why Doesn't Warren Buffett Buy Cattle?

    🐂 Join the Cattle Coach Academy:https://www.cattle-coach.comEveryone thinks they'd be successful in the cattle business... if they just had more money.But what if money isn't the real limiting factor?In this episode of The Cattle Coach, Kolten Thigpen explores an interesting question: Why hasn't Warren Buffett invested in cattle? The answer reveals a lesson that applies far beyond ranching.Drawing from wisdom passed down by his grandfather—who spent a lifetime in the cattle business—Kolten explains why experience, knowledge, and understanding your industry matter far more than simply having capital. Whether you're raising cattle, investing, or building any business, this conversation is about learning to master the game you're playing instead of chasing the next opportunity.In this episode, we cover:• Why Warren Buffett hasn't bought cattle• The biggest misconception about success in the cattle business• Why wealthy people often lose money in agriculture• Cattle investing vs. stock market investing• Building a profitable cattle operation• Why education is one of the best investments you can makeReady to build a cattle operation that actually makes money?If you're passionate about ranching, the cattle industry, agriculture, or building a profitable livestock business, this episode is for you.👍 Like the video if you found it valuable.💬 Comment below: Would you invest in cattle if you had unlimited money? Why or why not?🔔 Subscribe for weekly conversations about ranching, cattle production, business, and building a profitable operation.#Cattle #Ranching #CattleBusiness #Agriculture #BeefCattle #Livestock #WarrenBuffett #Investing #FarmBusiness #TheCattleCoach

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Everything show cattle! We will talk about everything we love from management in the show ring to the pasture, but most importantly how to make money doing it! Hear from industry leaders who have broke through the impossible financial barriers to live the dream as full time stockman. Learn more at www.cattle-coach.com. Resources: www.bullnanza.com www.expresslivestockgenomics.com

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  • Creator
    Kolten Thigpen
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    49
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Kolten Thigpen
  • Show Website
    The Cattle Coach Show

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