Beyond the Chutes

Doug Simcox
Beyond the Chutes

Welcome to Beyond the Chutes, a Rodeo podcast where hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen dive deep into the heart of the Western and Rodeo culture. Join us as we explore the full spectrum of rodeo life, from the adrenaline-pumping action at the bucking chutes to the precision and skill of the timed event chute. Our conversations extend to those who make the rodeo world turn: competitors, committee members, stock contractors, judges, secretaries, and the vibrant personalities of contract acts, entertainers, and announcers. Together, we uncover their unique stories, experiences, and the unforgettable places their rodeo journeys have taken them.

  1. Rodeo Mindset - Quiet Enough to Ride Part 2: Breaking Down the Rodeo Mindset

    -5 H

    Rodeo Mindset - Quiet Enough to Ride Part 2: Breaking Down the Rodeo Mindset

    Join Doug and Sam as they dive into the rodeo mindset and share the tools you need to master the mental side of competition. They explore the mental game of rodeo - what it takes to compete at the highest levels and break down the essential components of the rodeo mindset. From the importance of confidence and self-belief to mastering focus and managing fear, this episode dives deep into the mental preparation and resilience needed to thrive in the arena. Along the way, Doug and Sam share personal anecdotes, insights, and strategies for staying sharp on the road. They touch on the importance of adaptability, goal-setting, and the critical role of recovery for both the mind and body. With relatable stories, practical tips, and plenty of laughs, this episode is a must-listen for rodeo athletes, coaches, fans, and anyone seeking to understand the mental toughness that separates champions from the rest. International Finals Rodeo https://www.ipra-rodeo.com/ifr Racecraft 1 https://racecraft1.com/ Miracle Activation Center https://www.miracleactivationcenter.com/ The Empowerment Dynamic TED https://theempowermentdynamic.com/about/ Rodeo Roots Podcast – IFYR BONUS EPISODE 2- TOM CARNEY https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ifyr-bonus-episode-2-tom-carney/id1723417771?i=1000661697688 Dale Jr Download – 568 - Josh Wise: Life Changing Driver Coach https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/568-josh-wise-life-changing-driver-coach/id603707723?i=1000665235921 Here are some resources for Beyond the Chutes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241 Official Website: https://beyondthechutes.show/ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bvK35 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/jnGV4 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bdcju8nz RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/beyondthechutes/ ParaSight Systems - Coupon: BTC023 for 50% off Mail In Test Kits https://www.parasightsystem.com/

    1 h 6 min
  2. Trailer Podcast Series: Rodeo Mindfulness - Quiet Enough to Ride

    BANDE-ANNONCE SAISON 1

    Trailer Podcast Series: Rodeo Mindfulness - Quiet Enough to Ride

    Quiet Enough to Ride is about more than just 8 seconds or a clean run. It’s about mastering the mental side of rodeo—handling nerves, overcoming setbacks, and staying focused under pressure. This series focuses on mental practices that you can use every day to build toughness and create the mental muscle needed to compete at your best. Doug and Sam draw from decades of experience to share practical strategies for the unique challenges faced by today’s rodeo athletes. Here are some resources for Beyond the Chutes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241 Official Website: https://beyondthechutes.show/ You Can Listen to Beyond The Chutes on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bvK35 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/jnGV4 Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/24n3hmk4 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bdcju8nz RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/beyondthechutes/ ParaSight Systems Coupon: BTC023 for 50% off Mail In Test Kits https://www.parasightsystem.com/ #BeyondTheChutes #RodeoMindfulness #QuietEnoughToRide #PsychoCybernetics #MaxwellMaltz #3Rs #RodeoRacingWrestling #WeRodeoAsWeLive #CareerSuccess #InOurRoots #IPRARodeo #rodeo #cowboy #cowboyboots #cowgirl #cowgirlstyle #westernstyle #westernfashion #horse #horseriding #bullriding #podcast #podcaster #podcastersofinstagram #rodeopodcast #rodeohouston #rodeofashion #prorodeo #sttite #fwst #dance #fwst2023 #fwst2024 #rodeohorse #rodeoroad #rodeocharm #rodeoclown #yellowstone #ipra #prca #pbr #pbrbrasil #historychannel #history #historybuff #historylovers

    2 min
  3. Rodeo Mindset - Quiet Enough to Ride Part 1: An Introduction to the Series

    -3 J

    Rodeo Mindset - Quiet Enough to Ride Part 1: An Introduction to the Series

    Hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen introduce their new series, Quiet Enough to Ride, exploring the mental side of the 3Rs: rodeo, racing, and wrestling. Recorded just past Thanksgiving in Taylorsville, Kentucky, this episode dives into balancing family, faith, and finances while building a mental conditioning plan for success. With over 100 years of combined experience, Doug and Sam share personal stories and practical tips for quieting the mind, staying focused, and performing under pressure. As the 2025 rodeo season kicks off and IFR 55 approaches, this series is packed with actionable insights, exercises, and examples to sharpen your mental game in and out of the arena. Next Episode: Defining the Rodeo Mindset. Follow us on Facebook at BTC, Beyond the Chutes, and join the conversation! Success starts with a quiet mind. International Finals Rodeo https://www.ipra-rodeo.com/ifr Racecraft 1 https://racecraft1.com/ Miracle Activation Center https://www.miracleactivationcenter.com/ The Empowerment Dynamic TED https://theempowermentdynamic.com/about/ Rodeo Roots Podcast – IFYR BONUS EPISODE 2- TOM CARNEY https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ifyr-bonus-episode-2-tom-carney/id1723417771?i=1000661697688 Dale Jr Download – 568 - Josh Wise: Life Changing Driver Coach https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/568-josh-wise-life-changing-driver-coach/id603707723?i=1000665235921 Here are some resources for Beyond the Chutes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241 Official Website: https://beyondthechutes.show/ Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bvK35 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/jnGV4 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bdcju8nz RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/beyondthechutes/ ParaSight Systems - Coupon: BTC023 for 50% off Mail In Test Kits https://www.parasightsystem.com/

    1 h 3 min
  4. NY Hall of Fame Wrestling Coach Marv Shimmel – 956 Times

    12 NOV.

    NY Hall of Fame Wrestling Coach Marv Shimmel – 956 Times

    In this episode of BTC, join Doug and Sam as they catch up with wrestling coach Marv Shimmel, a 2013 New York Section 5 Hall of Fame inductee. Marv is a legendary figure with decades of dedication to wrestling and building champions in Western New York. Marv coached Sam back in high school, and in this episode, he shares stories of lessons learned on and off the mat, reflecting on everything from discipline to the mental game of one-on-one sports. They dive into the details of wrestling technique, the parallels between wrestling and rodeo, and the timeless value of hard work and resilience. Together, they reminisce about past matches, challenging opponents, and the importance of visualization and muscle memory. This episode is packed with inspiring anecdotes for anyone passionate about wrestling, rodeo, or the enduring impact of a coach’s wisdom on his athletes. Here are some resources for Beyond the Chutes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241 Official Website: https://beyondthechutes.show/ You Can Listen to Beyond The Chutes on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bvK35 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/jnGV4 Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/24n3hmk4 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bdcju8nz RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/beyondthechutes/ ParaSight Systems Coupon: BTC023 for 50% off Mail In Test Kits https://www.parasightsystem.com/ The IRA Project https://www.facebook.com/groups/681292165259783 New York State Rodeo Museum https://www.facebook.com/groups/1159615314694489 #IPRARodeo #inourroots #rodeo #cowboy #cowboyboots #cowgirl #cowgirlstyle #westernstyle #westernfashion #horse #horseriding #bullriding #podcast #podcaster #podcastersofinstagram #rodeopodcast #rodeohouston #rodeofashion #prorodeo #sttite #fwst #dance #fwst2023 #fwst2024 #rodeohorse #rodeoroad #rodeocharm #rodeoclown #yellowstone #ipra #prca #pbr #pbrbrasil #historychannel #history #historybuff #historylovers

    1 h 34 min
  5. NY Rodeo Cowboy: Kelly Page – First Frontier Circuit Bareback Riding Champion – Swagger

    5 NOV.

    NY Rodeo Cowboy: Kelly Page – First Frontier Circuit Bareback Riding Champion – Swagger

    BTC hits the road once more. Broadcasting from BTC Studio North, Doug and Sam catch up with rodeo friends, share stories from the road, and relive BTC’s origins with the New York State Rodeo Museum Facebook group. Special guest Kelly Page—bareback bronc riding extraordinaire and champion—takes us back to his beginnings, his passion for horses, and his storied rodeo career. From his early days attending Attica Rodeo, riding in the APRA, IPRA, the North American Rodeo Cowboy Association Finals to winning the PRCA’s First Frontier Circuit, Kelly’s journey captures the essence of rodeo life: from the dust and drive to his lifelong friendships. Dedicate this listen to the memory of Fred Backlas, a true rodeo icon whose legacy rides on through stories and the lives he impacted. American Professional Rodeo Association (APRA) https://www.aprarodeo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/aprarodeo Attica Rodeo https://www.atticarodeo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/people/Attica-Rodeo/100063809192220/ First Frontier Circuit PRCA https://firstfrontiercircuit.com/ https://www.facebook.com/firstfrontiercircuit/ International Professional Rodeo Association (IPRA) Website https://www.ipra-rodeo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/iprarodeo Here are some resources for Beyond the Chutes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241 Official Website: https://beyondthechutes.show/ ParaSight Systems Coupon: BTC023 for 50% off Mail In Test Kits https://www.parasightsystem.com/ New York State Rodeo Museum https://www.facebook.com/groups/1159615314694489 #IPRARodeo #inourroots #rodeo #cowboy #cowboyboots #cowgirl #cowgirlstyle #westernstyle #westernfashion #horse #horseriding #bullriding #podcast #podcaster #podcastersofinstagram #rodeopodcast #rodeohouston #rodeofashion #prorodeo #sttite #fwst #dance #fwst2023 #fwst2024 #rodeohorse #rodeoroad #rodeocharm #rodeoclown #yellowstone #ipra #prca #pbr #pbrbrasil #historychannel #history #historybuff #historylovers

    1 h 60 min
  6. Mountain Cove Rodeo Reunion 2024

    29 OCT.

    Mountain Cove Rodeo Reunion 2024

    This episode of Beyond the Chutes brings listeners to the heart of the 10th Annual Mountain Cove Rodeo Reunion with stories of grit, tradition, and the spirit of rodeo. From Marlon's mic check to hearing firsthand from award winners and legends, Doug sits down, in the Show Barn, with a lineup of incredible personalities, each with their unique connections to the rodeo world. Marlon Harris and Bill Harris share memories of the Mountain Cove Rodeo’s roots, and Doyle Beard recalls loading bulls and the harrowing drive across Pigeon Mountain. Listeners get a deep dive into the spirit of rodeo with tales from top competitors, bullfighters, and even the quiet moments with legends like Charlie Crowder, Kevin Ellis and Adam Wood. Joe Marley’s moving tribute to his father, Kid Marley, reminds us that rodeo is more than a sport – it’s a family, a calling, and a legacy built over generations. So pull up a seat and tune in to celebrate these stories from the heart of cowboy country. Mountain Cove Rodeo Reunion https://www.facebook.com/groups/729424520834071 Here are some resources for Beyond the Chutes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241 Official Website: https://beyondthechutes.show/ You Can Listen to Beyond The Chutes on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bvK35 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/jnGV4 Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/24n3hmk4 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bdcju8nz RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/beyondthechutes/ ParaSight Systems Coupon: BTC023 for 50% off Mail In Test Kits https://www.parasightsystem.com/ The IRA Project https://www.facebook.com/groups/681292165259783 #IPRARodeo #inourroots #rodeo #cowboy #cowboyboots #cowgirl #cowgirlstyle #westernstyle #westernfashion #horse #horseriding #bullriding #podcast #podcaster #podcastersofinstagram #rodeopodcast #rodeohouston #rodeofashion #prorodeo #sttite #fwst #dance #fwst2023 #fwst2024 #rodeohorse #rodeoroad #rodeocharm #rodeoclown #yellowstone #ipra #prca #pbr #pbrbrasil #historychannel #history #historybuff #historylovers

    1 h 53 min
  7. Ernie Roberts - Be Honest, Try Hard, and Be the Very Best You Can

    22 OCT.

    Ernie Roberts - Be Honest, Try Hard, and Be the Very Best You Can

    In this episode of Beyond the Chutes, Doug takes us to the 10th Annual Mountain Cove Rodeo Reunion in Georgia, in North Georgia. Recording in the BTC bus, Doug shares stories from the show barn, where rodeo legends gather for this special event organized by Marlin Harris. In this episode, Doug interviews Ernie Roberts, a bull riding legend who grew up in North Georgia and calls Friendship, Tennessee home. Ernie reflects on his early memories of rodeo, sharing stories of his wild childhood, how basketball dreams turned into a successful rodeo career, and how joining the UT Martin Rodeo Team taught him how to win. He talks about one of his mentors in the sport - Freckles Brown. With insights on the mental and physical demands of rodeo, the importance of having a strong foundation, and how friendships in the rodeo community and his personal faith have shaped his life, Ernie gives listeners a rare look into the heart of a cowboy. Whether you're a rodeo fan or just love a good story, this episode is packed with wisdom, humor, and nostalgia straight from Mountain Cove and one of North Georgia’s Rodeo Greats. Mountain Cove Rodeo Reunion https://www.facebook.com/groups/729424520834071 Ernie Roberts: (20+) Facebook Here are some resources for Beyond the Chutes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241 Official Website: https://beyondthechutes.show/ You Can Listen to Beyond The Chutes on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bvK35 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/jnGV4 Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/24n3hmk4 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bdcju8nz RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/beyondthechutes/ ParaSight Systems Coupon: BTC023 for 50% off Mail In Test Kits https://www.parasightsystem.com/ #IPRARodeo #inourroots #rodeo #cowboy #cowboyboots #cowgirl #cowgirlstyle #westernstyle #westernfashion #horse #horseriding #bullriding #podcast #podcaster #podcastersofinstagram #rodeopodcast #prorodeo #sttite #fwst #dance #fwst2023 #fwst2024 #rodeohorse #rodeoroad #rodeocharm #rodeoclown #yellowstone #ipra #prca

    1 h 26 min
  8. Bradley Chance Hays - Strange Bird That Pelican

    15 OCT.

    Bradley Chance Hays - Strange Bird That Pelican

    In this episode host Doug Simcox sits down with renowned Western artist and calf roper, The Big Show from Bristow - Bradley Chance Hays, in his studio in Saratoga, New York. They dive deep into Bradley’s unique journey, discussing everything from growing up in a small town in Oklahoma, to balancing his passion for rodeo with his thriving career as a Western artist. Discover how college rodeo shaped Bradley’s path, the stories behind his stunning artwork, and how he juggles the demands of rodeo and art while maintaining a fulfilling work-life balance. You won’t want to miss this engaging conversation packed with rodeo memories, creativity, and a glimpse into Bradley Chance’s fascinating world. Here’s how to find Bradley Chance Hays: https://www.facebook.com/bradleychancehaysoffical/ https://www.instagram.com/bradleychancehaysofficial/ https://www.spa-fine-art.com/bradley-chance-hays-1 Here are some resources for Beyond the Chutes: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100093822821241 Official Website: https://beyondthechutes.show/ You Can Listen to Beyond The Chutes on Spotify: https://shorturl.at/bvK35 Apple Podcasts: https://shorturl.at/jnGV4 Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/24n3hmk4 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/bdcju8nz RSS: https://rss.com/podcasts/beyondthechutes/ ParaSight Systems Coupon: BTC023 for 50% off Mail In Test Kits https://www.parasightsystem.com/ The IRA Project https://www.facebook.com/groups/681292165259783 #IPRARodeo #inourroots #rodeo #cowboy #cowboyboots #cowgirl #cowgirlstyle #westernstyle #westernfashion #horse #horseriding #bullriding #podcast #podcaster #podcastersofinstagram #rodeopodcast #rodeohouston #rodeofashion #prorodeo #sttite #fwst #dance #fwst2023 #fwst2024 #rodeohorse #rodeoroad #rodeocharm #rodeoclown #yellowstone #ipra #prca #pbr #pbrbrasil #historychannel #history #historybuff #historylovers

    2 h 22 min

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À propos

Welcome to Beyond the Chutes, a Rodeo podcast where hosts Doug Simcox and Sam Swearingen dive deep into the heart of the Western and Rodeo culture. Join us as we explore the full spectrum of rodeo life, from the adrenaline-pumping action at the bucking chutes to the precision and skill of the timed event chute. Our conversations extend to those who make the rodeo world turn: competitors, committee members, stock contractors, judges, secretaries, and the vibrant personalities of contract acts, entertainers, and announcers. Together, we uncover their unique stories, experiences, and the unforgettable places their rodeo journeys have taken them.

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