The Extreme Edge

TheExtremeEdge

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Real people. Real stories. High stakes in extreme environments. I'm really glad you're here! I’m a hiker and climber and I have a lot of respect for people who push their edge. These stories take a closer look at how people think, decide, and sometimes get it wrong. Every story is researched, written, and voiced by a human person. Welcome to the eXtreme edge!

1d ago

Midnight Rain: The 1,500 Lb Bronc That Killed NFR Cowboy Trenten Montero

The tragic Trenten Montero rodeo accident ended the life of a talented Nevada bronc rider whose career had already reached incredible heights. Trenten Montero made rodeo history with a remarkable 90.5-point ride at the 2019 National Finals Rodeo, earning the highest score there in 15 years. Just four years later, his final ride would end in tragedy. In this episode of The eXtreme Edge, we explore Trenten’s rise in professional bronc riding, his NFR success, and the devastating Owyhee County rodeo incident that claimed his life. The Trenten Montero rodeo accident reveals the extreme risks behind one of rodeo’s most demanding events. Key Points:• Trenten Montero’s rise as a professional bronc rider• His incredible 90.5-point ride at the 2019 NFR• The skill and danger behind bareback bronc riding• What happened during his final rodeo in Owyhee County• The circumstances surrounding the Trenten Montero rodeo accident• His lasting legacy in the rodeo community The Trenten Montero rodeo accident is a heartbreaking story of talent, courage, and the split-second dangers that can change everything. Subscribe to @TheExtreme-Edge for more real people, real stories, and high-stakes stories from the edge. Join the eXtreme team! youtube.com/@TheExtreme-Edge/membership eXtreme Patreon patreon.com/c/TheeXtreme Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
4d ago

The West Texas Fair Tragedy: Skee Burkes’ Fatal 8 Seconds

The tragic Skee Burkes rodeo accident shocked the rodeo community and claimed the life of a rising young bronc rider at just 26 years old. In 2023, Skee Burkes entered the West Texas Fair arena ready for the eight seconds he loved most—but his final ride ended in devastating tragedy. In this episode of The eXtreme Edge, we explore Skee Burkes’ life as a professional bronco rider, his passion for rodeo, and the terrifying events that unfolded during his final competition. The Skee Burkes rodeo accident is a heartbreaking reminder of how quickly a high-risk sport can turn deadly. Key Points:• Skee Burkes’ rise as a talented young bronco rider• Why the eight-second ride is one of rodeo’s ultimate tests• The atmosphere surrounding his final competition at the West Texas Fair• What happened during his final ride in 2023• The circumstances surrounding the Skee Burkes rodeo accident• His legacy within the rodeo community The Skee Burkes rodeo accident is a devastating story of courage, passion, and the extreme risks faced by professional rodeo athletes. Subscribe to @TheExtreme-Edge for more real people, real stories, and high-stakes stories from the edge. Join the eXtreme team! youtube.com/@TheExtreme-Edge/membership eXtreme Patreon patreon.com/c/TheeXtreme Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
6d ago

The TERRIFYING Last Moments of Bullrider Seth Salteaux

The tragic Seth Salteaux bull riding accident shocked the rodeo community and cut short the life of a talented young bull rider at just 19 years old. In 2023, Seth Salteaux entered the arena doing what he loved—competing in one of the most physically demanding and dangerous sports in the world. In this episode of The eXtreme Edge, we explore Seth’s journey as a young bull rider, the intense training and risks behind the sport, and the horrifying events that unfolded during his final moments. The Seth Salteaux bull riding accident is a heartbreaking reminder that even experienced riders can face unimaginable danger in seconds. Key Points:• Seth Salteaux’s journey into professional bull riding• The physical and mental demands of riding 1,500-pound bulls• The dangers bull riders face during competition• What happened during Seth’s final ride in 2023• The circumstances surrounding the Seth Salteaux bull riding accident• His legacy within the rodeo community The Seth Salteaux bull riding accident is a devastating story of courage, risk, and a young athlete pursuing the sport he loved. Subscribe to @TheExtreme-Edge for more real people, real stories, and high-stakes stories from the edge. Join the eXtreme team! youtube.com/@TheExtreme-Edge/membership eXtreme Patreon patreon.com/c/TheeXtreme Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 19

Classic Man: The Bull That Killed 22-Year-Old PBR Rider Amadeu Silva

The tragic Amadeu Campos Silva bull riding accident shocked the professional rodeo world and claimed the life of a rising PBR star at just 22 years old. On August 29, 2021, Brazilian bull rider Amadeu Campos Silva climbed onto Classic Man, unaware that this would be his final ride. In this episode of The eXtreme Edge, we explore Amadeu’s rise as a professional bull rider, his determination to compete at the highest level, and the freak accident that ended his life. The Amadeu Campos Silva bull riding accident is a heartbreaking reminder of the extreme risks riders face every time they enter the chute. Key Points:• Amadeu Campos Silva’s rise through professional bull riding• His career competing across Brazil and the United States• The powerful bull known as Classic Man• What happened during Amadeu’s final ride in 2021• The circumstances surrounding the Amadeu Campos Silva bull riding accident• His impact on the PBR and rodeo community The Amadeu Campos Silva bull riding accident was a devastating loss for a young athlete chasing his dream in one of the most dangerous sports in the world. Subscribe to @TheExtreme-Edge for more real people, real stories, and high-stakes stories from the edge. Join the eXtreme team! youtube.com/@TheExtreme-Edge/membership eXtreme Patreon patreon.com/c/TheeXtreme Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 16

The Terrifying Last Moments Of Rodeo Queen And Cancer Survivor Lara

The tragic Lara Dewees rodeo accident is a heartbreaking story of courage, resilience, and the dangers hidden behind a seemingly routine barrel race. A rodeo queen and cancer survivor, Lara Dewees had already overcome incredible challenges and found strength in her passion for horses and competition. In this episode of The eXtreme Edge, we explore Lara’s journey as a barrel racer, her bond with her horse Genny, and the two seemingly small mistakes that led to a devastating outcome. The Lara Dewees rodeo accident shows how quickly a high-speed rodeo event can turn dangerous, even for experienced riders. Key Points:• Lara Dewees’ journey as a rodeo queen and cancer survivor• Her passion for barrel racing and her horse Genny• The intense speed and precision required in barrel racing• The two critical mistakes that changed everything• What happened during Lara’s final ride• The lasting impact of the Lara Dewees rodeo accident The Lara Dewees rodeo accident is a powerful reminder that courage often means getting back in the saddle and pushing forward, even when the risks are impossible to predict. Subscribe to @TheExtreme-Edge for more real people, real stories, and high-stakes stories from the edge. Join the eXtreme team! youtube.com/@TheExtreme-Edge/membership eXtreme Patreon patreon.com/c/TheeXtreme Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 14

Hard Times: The 1 Ton Bull That Ended Mason Lowe's Life In Denver

The tragic Mason Lowe bull riding accident shocked the rodeo world and marked a devastating day in professional bull riding history. In 2019, professional rider Mason Lowe entered the Denver arena ready to do what he loved—ride one of the sport’s most powerful and unpredictable animals. But in just seconds, a routine competition turned fatal. In this episode of The eXtreme Edge, we explore Mason Lowe’s career, his determination as a professional bull rider, and the terrifying events that unfolded at the Denver Western Stock Show. The Mason Lowe bull riding accident highlights the incredible risks riders face when they climb onto a massive bull and attempt to stay on for eight seconds. Key Points:• Mason Lowe’s rise as a professional bull rider• The intense physical demands of riding 1,500-pound bulls• What happened during the 2019 Denver Western Stock Show• The moments that turned a competition into a tragedy• The circumstances surrounding the Mason Lowe bull riding accident• His lasting impact on the rodeo and bull-riding community The Mason Lowe bull riding accident is a heartbreaking story of courage, danger, and the extreme risks behind one of rodeo’s most demanding sports. Subscribe to @TheExtreme-Edge for more real people, real stories, and high-stakes stories from the edge. Join the eXtreme team! youtube.com/@TheExtreme-Edge/membership eXtreme Patreon patreon.com/c/TheeXtreme Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 12

Owen Hart's Terrifying Last Moments: The WWE Legend's 78 Foot Fall

The tragic Owen Hart accident remains one of the most shocking moments in professional wrestling history. On May 23, 1999, WWE legend Owen Hart was preparing for a dramatic entrance when a stunt went horribly wrong, resulting in a devastating fall that claimed his life during a live event. In this episode of The eXtreme Edge, we explore Owen Hart’s incredible rise from the famous Hart wrestling family to becoming one of WWE’s most talented and beloved performers. We also examine what happened on that fateful night, the dangerous stunt involved, and the aftermath of the Owen Hart accident that forever changed professional wrestling. Key Points:• Owen Hart’s upbringing in the legendary Hart wrestling family• His training in Stu Hart’s famous “Dungeon”• His rise from Canadian wrestling to WWE stardom• What happened during his final entrance on May 23, 1999• The circumstances surrounding the Owen Hart accident• The lasting impact of his death on wrestling and his fans The Owen Hart accident was a heartbreaking reminder of the risks behind the spectacle of professional wrestling—and of the lasting legacy of a performer who gave so much to the sport. Subscribe to @TheExtreme-Edge for more real people, real stories, and high-stakes stories from the edge. Join the eXtreme team! youtube.com/@TheExtreme-Edge/membership eXtreme Patreon patreon.com/c/TheeXtreme Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Oct 9

Fran Crippen: The US Champion Who Vanished In Fujairah's 86 Degree Sea

The tragic Fran Crippen swimming accident shocked the world of open-water swimming. In 2010, 26-year-old American champion Fran Crippen entered the warm waters off Fujairah, UAE, for a major open-water race. As temperatures soared and the sea offered little relief, Crippen struggled in punishing conditions before disappearing beneath the water. In this episode of The eXtreme Edge, we explore Fran Crippen’s remarkable career, the extreme heat and water conditions surrounding the race, and the unanswered questions that followed his death. The Fran Crippen swimming accident highlights the hidden dangers of extreme heat, endurance swimming, and pushing the human body to its limits. Key Points:• Fran Crippen’s rise as a U.S. swimming champion• The extreme heat and unusually warm sea conditions in Fujairah• What happened during the open-water race• The moment Crippen disappeared from the course• The investigation and concerns surrounding the Fran Crippen swimming accident• His lasting legacy in competitive open-water swimming The Fran Crippen swimming accident remains a heartbreaking story of athletic courage, extreme conditions, and the risks faced by elite endurance athletes. Subscribe to @TheExtreme-Edge for more real people, real stories, and high-stakes stories from the edge. Join the eXtreme team! youtube.com/@TheExtreme-Edge/membership eXtreme Patreon patreon.com/c/TheeXtreme Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Real people. Real stories. High stakes in extreme environments. I'm really glad you're here! I’m a hiker and climber and I have a lot of respect for people who push their edge. These stories take a closer look at how people think, decide, and sometimes get it wrong. Every story is researched, written, and voiced by a human person. Welcome to the eXtreme edge!

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TheExtremeEdge
Years Active

2026
Episodes

14
Rating

Clean
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The Extreme Edge