The Cutting Edge Podcast Presented by Western Twist Media

On Episode 63 of the Cutting Edge Podcast we wrap up another incredible year in the cutting community, highlighting the champions of the NCHA Metallic Cat Futurity and the NCHA Teton Ridge World Finals.

Then we catch up with Elaine Jackson from Galatia Illionois, who alongside her husband, Rick Jackson, run a successful full time training operation that includes training, lessons, sales and events within cutting and sorting. As you’ll hear in Elaine’s interview, it was on her bucket list to haul and this year she did it in a big way with her horse, Midnight Blu, finishing third in the world in the 5,000 Novice Horse Non Pro, leaving the year with $27,072.75. Elaine is also a show secretary within the NCHA, and this interview has a few great tips if you are planning on hauling next year. Of course, Elaine also fills us in on her journey and shares how dreams really can come true. My favourite type of interview!

& with Episode 63 the Cutting Edge Podcast comes to the end for 2021. I can't wait to chat with you all "next year". Thanks for another wonderful year of listening, sharing and supporting the journey on Western Twist Media and the Cutting Edge Podcast.

On Episode 62 we celebrate the start of the 2021 Teton Ridge NCHA World Finals!

Kicking us off is an interview with Kaylee Thompson who is entering the 15,000 Amateur in third place. Kaylee approached me because she wanted to share her story, and her bond with her special mare Nu Id Be Special, aka Nibs. It's a wonderful interview with an engaging young competitor and I know you'll enjoy it.

Then, I ramble through all 150 NCHA World Finalists and attempt to bring some levity to me butchering 90% of their names.

Big thank you to our sponsors of today's podcast, Prairie Gringa Co., use code WesternTwist15 at www.theprairiegringa.com and Thermotex, use codes WesternTwist10 and WesternTwist30 at www.thermotex.com.

On Episode 61 of the Cutting Edge Podcast we are joined by one of Edmonton's top relators, Sara Kalke. Alongside her business, Sara has a young family, has shown cow horses, cutters and even dabbles in dressage! I was originally drawn to Sara when I met her at cuttings and began to follow her on social media. I admire her honesty, her passion for horses and her family, her willingness to learn new things and her success as a real estate agent.

To learn more about Sara you can visit: www.sarakalke.com

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Lastly, WORLD FINALISTS, we want to hear from you! Please click the link to submit your answers to be featured on Western Twist Media: https://form.jotform.com/westerntwistmedia/haulin2021