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Isaac Diaz on Career Longevity, Faith & Finding His Next Chapter

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:05:00 +0000

Isaac Diaz discusses his long career, describing success as simply not quitting and noting he's missed the NFR more years than he's made it despite competing for 21 years and often attending 85+ rodeos annually. He shares growing up in South Florida outside a rodeo family, guided by mentor Mike Fletcher, and relying more on work and perseverance than money. Diaz explains shifting priorities toward family and a "next thing," recently earning a Texas real estate license through Hayden Outdoors while continuing to enjoy rodeo, horses, and a home program. The group talks about confidence, choosing positive circles, and using rodeo skills after competition, plus avoiding social media to protect time and mindset. Diaz details a faith-driven life turnaround after three DUIs and how Christianity reshaped his goals beyond a gold buckle. They also cover judged-event realities, replay controversies, admired role models, and the value of humility and mentorship.

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Isaac Diaz: https://www.haydenoutdoors.com/agents/isaac-diaz/

Topics

00:11 Meet Isaac Diaz

00:48 Never Quit Mindset

02:04 NFR Goals Reality

05:13 Florida Roots Mentor

07:22 Life After Rodeo

09:15 Real Estate New Path

13:36 Social Media Boundaries

18:30 Broke But Driven

29:05 Confidence Negativity Faith

32:25 Bareback Riding Clicks

34:24 When Riding Slows Down

35:32 Hardest Event to Learn

36:37 Quitting the Gym

37:57 Confidence Over Fitness

40:26 Chasing the Gold Buckle

41:25 Faith and a 180 Turn

43:14 Three DUIs Testimony

46:20 Rodeo Road Partners

48:50 Success Feels Scarier

52:04 Guilt From Winning

55:03 The Saddle I Couldn't Take

01:00:04 Judging Is Human

01:02:09 Stetsons Replay Controversy

01:04:47 The Wright Family Pressure

01:07:44 Visibility Changes Everything

01:09:03 Bias And Favorites

01:10:06 Judging Style Debates

01:10:56 Heroes And Mentors

01:14:02 Rocker Steiner Revisited

01:15:51 Seeing Past First Impressions

01:20:38 Craving Criticism To Grow

01:25:30 Faith Lessons From Horses

01:28:39 Mirror Test For Trainers

01:31:11 Fear And Spotlight Pressure

01:35:21 Honesty Builds Community

01:38:35 Find High Level Competition

01:39:46 Final Thanks And Wrap

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Tucker Hatch: Dogs, Wild Country & Building a Life

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:37:00 +0000

Neil and co-host Kyle Johnson interview Tucker Hatch, a young cowboy and friend of Kyle's, about his background, mindset, and experience in big country. Tucker recounts first meeting Kyle in Nevada and discusses overcoming nerves by being proud of who he is and willing to approach strangers. The conversation focuses heavily on working cow dogs—Border Collies and Kelpies—contrasting practical ranch dogs with trial dogs, and explaining how dogs extend a crew's effectiveness when gathering and trailing cattle. Tucker describes leading a crew at age 22 on the 450,000-acre, unfenced Arapaho Ranch, dealing with extremely wild, feral cattle and dangerous bulls, sorting and shipping slick bulls and old steers, and the challenges of management from the office. He explains how cattle are "trained" through regular handling and trailing, then shares his approach to making money riding outside horses while saving, staying debt-free, and aiming to eventually own land.

Topics

01:45 Meeting Kyle First Time

03:29 Making Friends Fast

05:42 Kelpie Power Talk

08:45 Favorite Dogs And Tools

12:08 Dogs On The Job

16:31 Using Dogs With Crews

19:34 Cowboy As Storyteller

22:19 Cow Boss At 22

23:49 Wild Arapaho Ranch

31:46 Culling Feral Bulls

34:45 Training Cattle Year Round

39:52 Better Handling Cattle

41:25 Range Roping Wreck Story

46:48 Horsemanship Life Focus

48:00 Making Money Riding

48:42 Saving and Self Reliance

52:32 Work Ethic and Growth

54:21 Animals Over Drama

56:40 Stay Green Stay Humble

01:00:24 Family Roots and Mom

01:06:50 Five Year Cowboy Plan

01:11:31 Favorite Horse Loss

01:14:46 Getting Horses to Tucker

01:16:56 Closing Reflections

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Travis Dickinson on Cow Horse Training, Gratitude & Sobriety

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 13:38:00 +0000

Neil, with co-host Kyle Johnson, welcome trainer Travis Dickinson, who starts each day in the gym and has 12–15 horses in training, mainly reined cow horses. Travis explains the three events—herd work, reining pattern, and fence work—and he and Kyle recount how they met when Kyle sought help learning reined cow horse after moving to California. Travis describes his background from construction and a strict, successful father to pursuing horse training, defines a "bridle horse" progression, and shares key training lessons about focus, circles, and knowing when to push or quit. The talk shifts to Travis's addiction history, 12-step recovery, two years of sobriety, faith, gratitude-list routine, and the importance of supportive partners, patience, and maintaining success.

Links

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Travis Dickinson on social media: @travisdickinson

Topics

02:23 Travis Daily Routine

03:10 What Is Reined Cow Horse

04:31 Kyle Finds a Mentor

06:28 First Impressions and Intensity

09:07 Training Mindset and Progress

11:14 Horses and Dogs Talk

13:38 Slow Down in the Arena

15:56 Construction Roots and Lessons

19:31 Cowboy Lifestyle Philosophy

21:33 Early Showing and College Detour

24:51 Dad Relationship and Sensitivity

26:23 Back to Horses for Real

27:55 Bridle Horse Explained

29:47 Apprenticeship and Getting Broke

31:45 Fixing Circles and Fundamentals

34:03 Applying Concepts Across Disciplines

35:36 How Trainers Keep Learning

36:53 Chasing Big Events

37:53 Favorite Mare Story

39:20 Training Breakthroughs

41:19 Snaffle Bit Costs

42:45 Hardest Colt Lessons

44:53 When to Push or Quit

48:33 Going Off the Rails

49:38 Family Roots and Shame

52:02 Treatment and Genetics

55:35 Sobriety and Boundaries

01:02:48 Self Worth and Success

01:09:12 Gratitude and Growth

01:10:40 Daily Gratitude Routine

01:12:00 Humility In Sobriety

01:14:07 Gratitude After Success

01:16:23 God Moments And Purpose

01:19:43 Manifestation And Mindset

01:27:24 Patience In The Process

01:32:56 Partnership And Support

01:40:38 Choosing The Right Partner

01:42:27 Final Thanks And Wrap

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Reed Sykes on Learning Horsemanship, Patience, and the Pressure of Training in Public

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 18 Mar 2026 10:42:00 +0000

Neil welcomes Reed Sykes with co-host Kyle Johnson to The Cowboy Perspective for a conversation about horsemanship and animal training, focusing on building confidence rather than stripping it away. Reed shares his background growing up in Midland with a ranch near San Angelo, graduating from Sam Houston State after attending several universities, working in the oil field, then leaving in 2015 to train horses and dogs for the public despite initially feeling unprepared. He avoids labels like “cowboy” or “buckaroo,” emphasizing daily improvement and teaching horses to “try,” rewarding small efforts even when imperfect. The discussion covers patience as a learned skill, how experience changes expectations, pressure on trainers working under deadlines and public scrutiny, and how social media acts as a curated “commercial” that can both connect people and create problems. They describe how social media is a “commercial,” how honest bluntness can attract better clients, and how public scrutiny and deadlines affect trainers. Kyle and Reed compare cowboy and dressage/eventing perspectives, discuss being humbled by new environments, and argue that excessive groundwork can be a disservice if it replaces riding. Reed explains “school halt,” its classical dressage roots, its use for strengthening and demonstrating true engagement, and why he avoids making it a default response.

Topics

01:49 Reed’s Background Story

02:57 Leaving Oilfield for Horses

05:27 What Kind of Horseman

07:35 Reward the Small Try

10:31 Teaching Movement and Feel

13:24 Learning Patience Over Time

16:25 Clients Pressure and Public Eye

23:25 How Reed and Kyle Met

24:49 Social Media as a Highlight Reel

29:40 Dressage Exposes Weaknesses

33:50 Mirrors and Learning Feel

36:20 Knowing Terms vs Getting It Done

37:30 Green vs Polished Horses

38:55 Kids and Real World Prep

40:56 Anxiety Vessel Concept

43:02 Wickenburg Culture Shock

47:56 Expectations and Rolling Punches

50:27 Why Colts Buck First Ride

52:52 What Kind of Trainer

53:28 Eventing Explained

56:00 Breeds and No Ribbons

01:00:19 Competing to Stay Humble

01:03:16 Groundwork vs Getting On

01:07:08 When Groundwork Matters

01:08:23 Origins of School Halt

01:09:29 From Halt to Airs

01:11:06 Why Train It

01:12:08 Proving True Collection

01:16:44 Deep Dive Into Dressage

01:19:32 Warhorse Mindset

01:22:59 Feel and Athleticism

01:26:00 Finding the Right Mentors

01:27:05 Books and Translation

01:31:01 Share the Knowledge

01:35:33 Wrapping Up and Next Steps

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Introducing the Kyle Johnson Series

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 17:55:00 +0000

Neil debuts a new series of episodes co-hosted with Kyle Johnson, recorded in person around a table to highlight friends and horsemen and to help listeners connect with guests. They discuss filming Tucker Hatch putting the first ride on a colt named Wild Thang and share how to contact Tucker (Facebook/Instagram/TikTok under Tucker Hatch) and Travis Dickinson/TC Performance Horses in Red Bluff (Facebook; TikTok under Travis Dickinson), who specializes in cow horses, lessons, clinics, and plans to post more videos. They mention other guests—Isaac Diaz, Josh Beavers, and Reed Sykes/Devout Horsemanship—and lessons about not assuming others' intent, continuing to learn, and marketing skills. The group emphasizes the value of in-person conversation, friendship, support systems, and the experience being worthwhile regardless of audience size.

Tucker Hatch on social media: @tuckerhatch

Travis Dickinson on social media: @travisdickinson

Topics

00:54 First Ride Wild Thang

01:45 How to Reach Tucker

02:51 Meet Travis Dickinson

04:33 Lessons and Video Plans

05:38 Never Stop Learning

07:40 Other Guests Highlights

10:59 Reed Sykes Storytime

13:37 Why This Matters

17:49 Friendship and Showing Up

19:38 Weekend Wins and Training Video

24:06 Thanks and Wrap Up

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Darin Deaton: Businessman, Physical Therapist, Christian, Cowboy

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 18 Feb 2026 12:25:00 +0000

Neil interviews Darin Deaton, a physical therapist, entrepreneur, and rancher. Darin shares his shift from pre-med toward PT after observing an independent practice owner’s lifestyle, his education at Texas Woman’s University, and juggling full-time work with graduate school. He describes learning business through an early partnership, then launching his own clinic using SBA financing and a $60,000 investor check that enabled a 1998 seven-figure exit. Darin later built and sold a seven-location Fort Worth PT group (sold in 2024) and runs DPT Therapy. They discuss Deaton Ranch Beef, regenerative ranching, raising Achi/Red Wagyu over Angus, local food systems, health pillars, aging and muscle loss, faith, integrity, and “Make America Grit Again.”

Links

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Kevin Mock: Father, Businessman, Christian

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:05:00 +0000

Neil reunites with entrepreneur Kevin Mock to discuss his career changes, return to podcasting in 2026, and life experiences influenced by the 'Cowboy Perspective'. Kevin dives into his multifaceted roles as a businessman and father, sharing insights from his various endeavors in the livestock industry, including Mock Livestock and Livestock Marketing Group. The conversation touches on the intersections of faith, success, and the challenges of balancing personal ambitions with Christian values. Kevin recounts his passion for high-end show animals, balancing family life, and the importance of maintaining authenticity and dedication in both business and personal ventures. The episode also explores the dynamic within his family, his upbringing, and his philosophy towards parenting, making for a comprehensive and engaging discussion.

Links

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

More on Kevin at https://www.mocklivestock.com/ and https://sales.thelivestockmarketinggroup.com/home

Topics

01:13 Kevin Mock's Background and Career

05:49 Faith and Business Philosophy

10:24 Family and Personal Life

17:10 Journey into Livestock and Agriculture

25:16 The High Stakes of Competitive Sports

25:51 Navigating Success and Perception

28:32 Faith and Competitiveness

33:35 Parenting and Priorities

38:52 Hunting and Family Time

44:14 Business Stories and Lessons

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Jason Davis: Businessman, Mentor, Rancher and Dad

The Cowboy Perspective — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:27:00 +0000

Neil welcomes Jason Davis to discuss the 'Cowboy Perspective' and various life insights. They explore the importance of experience and learning from mistakes, foundational lessons from grandparents, and the value of real-world application over theoretical knowledge. Jason shares his personal journey from corporate life to ranching, emphasizing the significance of true wealth and life experiences. They also touch on the impact of significant personal events like the loss of a spouse, raising children, and teaching valuable life lessons. The conversation dives into concepts such as the difference between wealth accumulation and preservation, how societal perceptions vary, and the importance of maintaining a purpose throughout life. This engaging dialogue provides a range of thought-provoking insights into business, personal development, and living a fulfilling life.

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More on Jason at https://crosswindranch.com/

Topics

03:03 Meet Jason Davis

04:35 Lessons from Grandfather

09:17 Real-World Business Ethics

19:35 Balancing Work and Life

33:23 The Perot Experience

42:48 Reflecting on a Billion Dollars

43:37 Discovering a Talent for Numbers

44:25 Understanding Geometric Progression

45:40 The Value of Time and Money

47:48 Generational Perspectives and Work Ethic

50:27 Balancing Work and Retirement

54:14 The Importance of Responsibility

55:53 Classy vs. Trashy: A Game of Perception

01:00:45 Middle Class and Government Handouts

01:07:12 Memorable Moments with Ross Perot

01:13:19 The Never-Ending Chores

01:15:18 Books and Lifelong Learning

01:21:06 Biblical Lessons and Final Thoughts

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Kyle Johnson: Buckaroo, Creator, Horseman, Believer

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 17:02:00 +0000

Neil welcomes Kyle Johnson from Wickenburg, Arizona, a fascinating cowboy known for his unique style and diverse experiences. They discuss Kyle's interesting journey from bareback riding to ranch work, his distinctive facial hair, and his rise in social media through 6/S Horsemanship. Kyle opens up about his background, including formative influences, challenges in his rodeo career, and how he overcame them. He also touches on deeper topics like personal identity, success, and the importance of self-respect. The episode includes anecdotes about his time in Canada, his unexpected entry into modeling, and a life-changing car accident that reaffirmed his faith. Throughout, Kyle offers candid insights and motivational thoughts for aspiring cowboys and anyone pursuing their own path. The conversation encapsulates the essence of the cowboy perspective, emphasizing authenticity, resilience, and personal growth.

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Kyle Johnson:

6sequinellc@gmail.com

FB: 6/S Equine

TikTok: @6shorsemanship

Topics

00:17 Meeting Kyle and Initial Impressions

01:29 The Story Behind the Mustache

04:23 Kyle's Unique Style and Personal Growth

06:44 Defining Success and Personal Philosophy

10:40 Overcoming Self-Doubt and Building Confidence

19:16 Kyle's Rodeo Journey and Family Support

33:12 Modeling Career and Business Ventures

42:12 Reflecting on Relationships and Life Lessons

45:03 The Rodeo Journey: From Bareback Rider to Buckaroo

45:34 Rodeoing in Canada: A Different Experience

51:09 Transitioning to Cowboying and Buckarooing

01:07:01 Overcoming Challenges and Finding Purpose

01:13:56 Faith, Resilience, and Future Plans

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#122 – Ned LeDoux: Artist, Cowboy, Christian

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 17 Sep 2025 14:57:00 +0000

In this engaging conversation, Neil Dudley interviews Ned LeDoux, a music artist and cowboy, who shares his unique perspective on life, music, and the values instilled in him from a young age. They discuss the importance of the cowboy attitude, lessons learned from family, the journey of songwriting, and the balance between original and cover songs. Ned also opens up about spirituality, coping with loss, and the challenges of performing, all while maintaining a deep connection to his roots and heritage.

Here is the link to the song Stacy and Neil danced to for their first dance at their wedding reception.

https://youtu.be/lReC1KupX5E?si=_F69MnQ0qbIFrqLp

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#121 – Will Hale: Cowboy, Former Button, and Money Man

The Cowboy Perspective — Mon, 30 Dec 2024 15:29:00 +0000

In this episode Neil talks to Will Hale, who grew up in Guthrie, Texas, in a cowboy community. Will shares how early work experiences on a ranch, including being treated like adults and learning through real-life tasks, shaped their work ethic and perspective. These lessons translated into a successful career in the financial sector, emphasizing the importance of hard work, dedication, and relatability. Will highlights how the principles of the cowboy way are universally applicable across various professions.

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Topics

00:41 Growing Up in a Cowboy Community

01:13 Learning Through Experience

01:45 Lessons in Responsibility and Respect

02:12 The Value of Hard Work

03:31 Mentorship and Development

04:12 Applying Cowboy Principles in Business

04:33 Work Ethic and Career Success

05:20 Relating to Others Through Shared Backgrounds

05:58 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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#120 – Jimmy Wilson: The Art of Building Concord Stagecoaches

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 13 Dec 2024 17:32:00 +0000

Neil interviews Jimmy Wilson from Paradise, Texas. Jimmy shares his unique journey of building Concord stagecoaches, a trade he learned from his father-in-law, JW Brown, who constructed 60 stagecoaches during his career. Jimmy discusses the craftsmanship involved, including his enjoyment of ironwork, and narrates the fascinating story of building a custom stagecoach for the Dallas Cowboys. He also reflects on the heritage of Western traditions and the influence of mentors.

Links

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Jimmy Wilson: https://jwilsonstagecoaches.com/

Topics

00:00 Introduction to the Cowboy Perspective

00:25 Meet Jimmy Wilson: The Stagecoach Builder

01:10 The Art of Building Stagecoaches

01:33 The Cowboy Way: Horses and Stagecoaches

01:53 Crafting the Concord Stagecoach

03:47 Challenges and Joys of Stagecoach Building

05:58 The Dallas Cowboys Stagecoach

07:43 Conclusion and Contact Information

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#119 – Mike Turner: Father, Mentor, Rancher

The Cowboy Perspective — Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:24:00 +0000

Mike Turner shares valuable insights on the importance of managing emotions in the field of agriculture. He emphasizes teaching his son, Ethan, that letting feelings control decisions can lead to trouble, and underscores the necessity of thinking before acting. Mike’s experiences, shaped by his Marine Corps upbringing, highlight the significance of maintaining a cool head and the challenges of controlling emotions. The conversation discusses the belief that life’s difficulties contribute to its greatest achievements and the impact of controlled emotions on creating a productive environment in both professional and personal settings.

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Topics

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:32 Teaching Emotional Control

01:04 Practical Advice for Managing Emotions

01:43 Challenges and Real-Life Examples

02:56 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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#118 – Exploring Working Dogs with Dr. Charles Long and Officer Eddie Moon

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 08 Nov 2024 08:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Cowboy Perspective, Neil converses with Dr. Charles Long from Texas A&M AgriLife Research and Extension and Officer Eddie Moon, a police K-9 handler. They discuss the roles dogs play in various fields, from replacing cowboys and horses on ranches to serving as police officers. Officer Moon shares insights on training police dogs, including the bonding period and real-life scenarios they train for. Dr. Long talks about the utility of cattle dogs on ranches, highlighting different breeds for various tasks. The episode emphasizes the importance of proper training and care for working dogs, mirroring the methods used in raising children.

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Topics

00:57 The Role of Dogs in Operations

01:50 Training Police Dogs

04:39 Cattle Dogs and Their Breeds

12:23 Parallels Between Training Dogs and Raising Kids

13:15 Stories and Experiences with Working Dogs

17:34 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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#117 – DA Harral: Rancher, Dad & Mentor

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:51:00 +0000

In this episode of The Cowboy Perspective, Neil has an engaging conversation with rancher DA Harral. The discussion covers his extensive family history dating back to 1650 in the U.S. and their agricultural legacy in Texas since 1859. They delve into the challenges faced over the years, including devastating fires in 2008, and DA’s adaptive switch from sheep to cattle. Topics include successful beef sales to Whole Foods, the GAP certification process, and operational challenges like droughts and staffing dynamics, including the involvement of family members and international workers. The conversation also explores intriguing aspects such as hunting and wind energy ventures, the use of AI in cattle management, and personal anecdotes that highlight the significance of perseverance, risk-taking, and the power of prayer. The episode concludes with mutual appreciation, networking tips, and a call to share the inspiring story.

Topics

00:13 Meeting DA Harral

01:48 DA’s Family History and Ranching Background

03:38 The 2008 Fire and Its Aftermath

06:10 Transition to Cattle and Whole Foods Partnership

07:29 GAP Certification and Its Benefits

10:23 Family Involvement and Ranch Expansion

15:27 Life on the Ranch: Horses vs. Cattle

16:03 The Value of Being Multilingual

16:14 Adapting to Life in West Texas

17:03 Family Background and Ranch Life

17:29 Hunting and Wind Business Ventures

18:29 Integrating Technology and AI in Ranching

19:42 Family Dynamics and Business Operations

21:01 Cash Flow and Business Philosophy

21:50 College Days and Lifelong Friendships

22:35 Raising Kids and Beauty Pageants

23:48 Strong Family Values and Gender Roles

25:07 The Power of Prayer: A Personal Story

26:28 Final Thoughts and Farewell

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#116 – Sterling Green: Cowboy and Real Estate Man

The Cowboy Perspective — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 02:42:00 +0000

This episode of the Cowboy Perspective podcast, recorded live at the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, features a conversation with Sterling Green. Born and raised in Fort Worth, Sterling discusses his unique upbringing with one foot in the city and the other in the rural ranching world. He shares personal stories about his family, including lessons learned from his hard-driving father and the impact of mentors in his life. Sterling emphasizes embracing one’s background and discusses the challenges of finding one’s place between contrasting worlds. The dialogue highlights the significance of hard work, camaraderie, and cultivating a cowboy perspective. Sterling also reflects on fatherhood and the importance of instilling values of exploration and resilience in his daughter. Throughout, the conversation offers insights into personal growth and navigating life’s challenges from a cowboy’s standpoint.

Topics

00:14 Meet Sterling Green
00:54 Straddling Two Worlds
02:16 Embracing the Cowboy Perspective
04:39 Childhood Memories and Influences
06:54 Mentors and Hard Work
09:22 Lessons from the Ranch
14:52 Father-Son Dynamics
17:49 The Importance of Parenthood
19:17 Closing Thoughts

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#115 – Travis Thorne – Cowboy, Banker & Leader

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 27 Sep 2024 12:28:00 +0000

In this live-recorded episode at the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, Neil reconnects with college friend Travis Thorne. They delve into memories from their Texas Tech days, discussing the long-lasting bonds formed and the value of these relationships. Travis shares his cowboy perspective, emphasizing the importance of being prompt, building a trustworthy character, and showing integrity. He recounts influential lessons from key figures in his life—his father and father-in-law—highlighting their willingness to sacrifice time for others. The conversation touches on the significance of presence and the impact of genuine human connections, whether in business, family, or community.

Links

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Topics

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:14 Reconnecting with College Friends

01:05 The Value of College Experiences

05:39 The Importance of Presence

09:10 Leadership and Work Ethic

13:08 Stories of Sacrifice and Trust

19:00 Acts of Kindness and Community

22:57 Conclusion and Gratitude

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#114 – Cody and Erika Archie: Ranchers, Entrepreneurs and Christians

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:00:00 +0000

In this episode, we join Cody and Erika Archie at Bar 7 Ranch to discuss their journey as social media influencers, sharing insights about ranch life, family, and faith. The Archies explore the benefits and challenges of their carnivore diet, the importance of documenting life for future generations, and the impact of faith on their daily lives. They also touch on the realities of being public figures, including dealing with negative comments and death threats, and the importance of authenticity in their content. Along the way, they provide valuable life lessons and reflections on the evolving digital landscape and its influence on younger generations.

Links

Find Cody & Erika on TT, YT & FB @bar7ranch

Please visit us at www.thecowboyperspective.com

Topics

01:47 The Importance of Documenting Life

03:22 Exploring the Carnivore Diet

04:33 Challenges and Benefits of Carnivore

08:11 Personal Motivations and Health

13:40 Food Addiction and Lifestyle Changes

18:15 The Reality of Being Social Media Influencers

22:42 The Appeal of Becoming a YouTuber

27:51 The Value of Content Creation

28:40 Encouraging New Ventures

29:16 Overcoming Criticism and Self-Doubt

31:16 The Blue Check Mark Obsession

34:10 Navigating Social Media Risks

34:41 The Long Road to Success

37:00 Balancing Real Life and Social Media

38:55 Handling Negative Feedback

49:52 The Reality of Death Threats

59:04 Final Thoughts and Reflections

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#113 – Sustaining Farmland with Sarah Fulton-Smith and Jacob Gilley

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 23 Aug 2024 09:54:00 +0000

In this live-recorded episode from the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, Neil Dudley hosts Sarah Fulton-Smith, Texas Director for American Farmland Trust, and Jacob Gilley, a Senior Technical Livestock and Grazing Specialist. Together, they delve into the pressing issue of protecting American farmland, the challenges and solutions in sustainable and regenerative grazing, and the critical role of engaging the next generation in agriculture. The conversation also touches upon the impact of urban sprawl, financial assistance for farmers, and the importance of grassroots connections in the community. Both Sarah and Jacob share personal stories and perspectives shaped by their deep ties to the land and commitment to agricultural sustainability.

Links

Visit us online at www.thecowboyperspective.com

American Farmland Trust https://farmland.org/

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:40 Meet Sarah Fulton-Smith

02:15 Meet Jacob and His Farming Journey

04:30 Challenges and Opportunities in Farmland Protection

08:12 American Farmland Trust Initiatives

11:40 Regenerative Grazing Explained

17:24 Sustaining Agriculture and Legacy

22:20 Farmers' Deep Connection to the Land

23:54 Challenges of Implementing Agricultural Policies

25:34 Training Horses and Grass Farming

26:07 Cowboy Perspective on Life and Hard Work

27:15 First Generation Producer's Journey

30:02 Serving Others and Raising Kids with Grit

32:26 Veteran Perspective in Agriculture

37:42 Understanding Land Trusts and Easements

40:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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#112 – Empowering the Future of Agriculture: Emily Lochner and Jaclyn Roberts Parrish

The Cowboy Perspective — Mon, 12 Aug 2024 20:55:00 +0000

This episode of the Cowboy Perspective, recorded live at the Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association Convention in Fort Worth, Texas, features an engaging discussion with Emily Lochner and Jaclyn Roberts Parrish. Emily, the Executive Director of Education and Engagement, and Jacqueline, the Executive Director of Communications and Marketing, share their personal journeys in agriculture, backgrounds, and roles within the association. They discuss the upcoming Leadership Development Foundation and the new Working Grant Program aimed at supporting individuals entering or staying in the beef industry. The conversation highlights their experiences, challenges, and the importance of telling the story of agriculture to future generations.

Links

TSCRA: https://tscra.org/
Visit us online at www.thecowboyperspective.com

Topics

01:10 Meet Emily Lochner: A Legacy in Ranching

02:15 The Cowgirl Perspective: Balancing Ranch and Work

04:16 Jaclyn Roberts Parrish: From Policy to Peanuts

06:26 The Dairy-Beef Connection

09:51 Challenges and Future of Agriculture

14:38 Leadership Development Foundation: Supporting New Entrants

17:05 Challenges of Ranching in Rural Communities

17:23 Innovative Solutions for Land Equity

18:17 Supporting the Future of the Beef Industry

19:36 Personal Stories of Hard Work and Resilience

24:07 The Role of Women in Agriculture

28:43 The Gamble of Agriculture

31:27 Conclusion and Call to Action

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#111 – Junior and Jennifer Urias: Up In Smoke BBQ

The Cowboy Perspective — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 16:52:00 +0000

Junior Urias and Jennifer Urias share their journey from childhood friends to successful entrepreneurs in the barbecue business. They discuss their early lives and how they met, their experiences with their podcast and capturing memoirs, and the challenges and joys of running their restaurant, ‘Up In Smoke BBQ’. Junior reveals his passion for barbecue rooted in cowboy camp traditions, while Jennifer discusses her background in nutrition and how it influences their food offerings, even as a non-meat eater. The conversation delves into maintaining work-life balance, family dynamics, spiritual beliefs, and the impact of kind interactions in their community and business. They also highlight Jennifer’s dedication to fitness and martial arts, and offer insights on creating meaningful customer experiences.

Links:

Visit us at www.thecowboyperspective.com

www.upinsmokebarbeque.com

Topics

00:00 How We Met: A Nostalgic Look Back

00:56 The Value of Recording Memories

02:02 The Cowboy Perspective: Embracing Humor and Toughness

02:57 Junior Urias: The Story Behind the Name

09:04 From Body Shop to Barbecue: Junior’s Journey

10:08 Cooking in the Mountains:

A Spiritual Experience

17:09 Balancing Business and Family

23:49 Jennifer’s Unique Perspective: A Nutritionist in a Barbecue World

28:36 Different Viewpoints on Diet

28:59 The Role of Opinions and Experiences

29:41 Challenges of Meat Consumption

30:16 Personal Diet and Fitness Regimens

33:21 Mental Health and Positive Thinking

36:01 Martial Arts and Self-Defense

40:37 Faith and Spiritual Growth

45:24 Customer Service and Business Ethics

53:33 Final Thoughts and Invitations

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#110 – Tucker Brown: Rancher, Advocate & Christian

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 26 Apr 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Tucker Brown joins Neil live at the Texas Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association convention. Tucker, a rancher and social media influencer, shares his journey and the importance of using social media to connect with a wider audience, debunking myths about the ranching lifestyle. He discusses the challenges and rewards of ranching, emphasizing the need for the agriculture community to engage with the broader public to gain respect and understanding for their work. The discussion also touches on family dynamics in ranching, the impact of social media on their business, and the significance of authenticity in sharing their lives online. Additionally, Tucker delves into the importance of faith, the concept of learning from successes and failures, and the importance of community and networking in the ranching industry.

Links:

Tucker on Instagram: @tuckerbrownrab

Find all of Tucker's content at https://linktr.ee/tuckerbrownrab

Visit us online: www.thecowboyperspective.com

Topics:

00:51 The Power of Social Media in Sharing the Cowboy Culture
05:07 Challenges and Realities of Ranch Life
07:27 Learning and Growing on the Ranch
14:44 The Importance of Authenticity and Sharing One's Faith
18:32 Navigating Disagreements and Embracing Diverse Perspectives
21:59 Family Dynamics and Decision-Making at RA Brown Ranch
22:17 Navigating Ranch Leadership and Social Media
22:39 The Dynamics of Family and Foreman Roles
23:27 Embracing the Challenges of Leadership in Ranching
24:10 The Importance of Authenticity and Value in Ranching
24:53 Marketing and Brand Building in the Ranching Industry
27:21 Networking and Collaboration for Success
28:15 Competitive Spirit and Mutual Success in Ranching
29:32 Exploring the Growth and Value of Red Angus
32:27 The Significance of Horses in Ranch Life
34:57 Brotherly Bonds and Personal Growth
38:48 Dealing with Criticism and Building a Personal Brand
41:01 Looking Forward to Future Growth and Family Dynamics

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#109 – Josh Weathers: Life, Music & Living with Integrity

The Cowboy Perspective — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 01:00:00 +0000

In this episode of The Cowboy Perspective, Neil Dudley engages with Josh Weathers in a profound conversation that spans Weathers' personal life, career, and deep-rooted influences. Born in Arlington, Texas, Josh Weathers shares his musical journey that began at 19 when he found a guitar in a buddy's garage. The turning point came when his father, shortly before passing away, encouraged him to pursue music. Weathers' narrative intertwines his family's legacy, revealing his father's unconventional path from living overseas to playing football in Brownwood, Texas, and his grandfather's notable efforts during the Vietnam War era.

The conversation shifts to Weathers' embracement of the cowboy lifestyle, influenced by his grandparent’s ethos and his own experiences in rodeo. Dudley and Weathers delve into the significance of integrity, hard work, and the cowboy perspective on life's challenges and opportunities. Weathers touches on his transition from music to missionary work in India with his wife, where they founded a school, demonstrating his commitment to make a meaningful impact beyond his music career.

Their dialogue also covers Weathers' musical influences, the shifting landscape of country music, and his recent resurgence on social media platforms, thanks to his dedication to sharing his craft. Weathers' story is a testament to the power of faith, perseverance, and the intrinsic value of the cowboy perspective in shaping a fulfilling life and career.

Links:

https://joshweathers.com/

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

Topics:

00:21 Meet Josh Weathers: A Life Shaped by Music and Rodeo
01:31 Family Ties: The Influence of Josh's Dad and Grandfather
02:55 The Brownwood Mafia and Local Legends
05:27 Cowboy Values: Integrity, Hard Work, and Humility
08:56 Parenting with Cowboy Principles Today
17:55 Josh Weathers' Musical Journey: From Choir to Country Star
21:31 Highland Cattle and Ranch Life: A Family Affair
23:40 Choosing Happiness and Sharing Moments
24:02 A Love Story Born from Rodeo
24:43 The Significance of Long-term Relationships
25:27 Exploring Biblical Wisdom and Contradictions
26:52 The Impact of Sodom and Gomorrah's Story
31:31 Personal Growth Through Global Experiences
37:23 The Power of Music and Social Media Influence
40:04 Navigating Fame with Faith
43:20 Backstage Stories and Nashville Dreams

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#108 – Crockett Carothers – Jack of All Trades

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 13:47:00 +0000

Crockett Carothers shares his financial expertise to demonstrate how even cowboys can be fiscally shrewd.

Links:

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

Facebook @CrockettCarothers

TikTok and Instagram @TheRealCrockettCarothers. #TheWealthyCowboy

Topics:

[01:54] Crockett’s Background and Introduction

[02:30] Transition into Life Changes

[02:51] Career Shift to Life Insurance and Credit Card Processing

[03:00] Discussion on Cowboys and Perspectives

[04:28] Family Background and Becoming a Day Working Cowboy

[05:42] Experience in Rodeo and Shifting Career Paths

[07:00] Discussion on Horses, Rodeo, and Connections

[07:52] Introduction to Crockett’s Siblings

[10:01] Favorite Horse and Its Impact

[12:00] Where to Find Crockett’s Content

[13:00] Discussion on Wealth and Success

[18:00] Credit Card Processing and Cash Discount Programs

[22:00] Being Your Own Bank with Life Insurance

[23:00] Explanation of Infinite Banking Concept

[31:00] Whole Life Insurance Commissions

[31:18] Selling Life Insurance

[31:23] Designing Whole Life Policies

[31:53] Selling Based on Client Needs

[32:15] Long-Term Success in Sales

[33:00] Importance of Word of Mouth

[33:48] Wealthy People’s Intentions

[34:15] Patience in Infinite Banking

[34:37] Building Discipline for Financial Success

[35:00] Managing Active Income

[35:29] Ethics in Infinite Banking

[35:53] Avoiding Self-Sabotage in Business

[36:15] Increasing Active Income for Investments

[37:00] Challenges of a Cowboy’s Career

[37:16] Diversifying Income Streams

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#107 – Neil Visits ‘The Boston Podcast’

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 11:00:00 +0000

The tables are turned as Neil finds himself a guest on The Boston Podcast.

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

The Boston Podcast: www.thebostonpodcast.com

The Boston Podcast Network: www.pod617.com

Book: "The One Thing" by Gary Keller: https://a.co/d/glXYLde

Movie: “3:10 to Yuma” (2007): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0381849/

Topics:

[01:42] Neil's background and growing up in Comanche, Texas. [02:20] The love for horses and horseback riding.

[04:00] Cults and their influence.

[05:00] Duggar family and their unique lifestyle.

[08:05] The emotional connection between cowboys and horses.

[11:00] The concept of finding greatness and choosing your pursuit.

[12:25] The importance of personal responsibility and ethics.

[15:00] Small actions like cleaning your car or picking up trash.

[19:00] The types of guests Neil enjoys having on the "Cowboy Perspective" podcast.

[21:00] The importance of conversational, unscripted podcasts.

[33:39] ‘Burning Questions’ - Dallas Cowboys.

[35:00] Loyalty to the Red Raiders.

[37:00] Recommended book - "The One Thing" by Gary Keller.

[40:00] Recommended movie - "3:10 to Yuma"

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#106 – Charmayne James: Barrel Racer; Trainer; Mom

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 24 Nov 2023 11:00:00 +0000

If you have any interest in barrel racing, you likely know who Charmayne James is. She has a strong faith that is so very important in her career.She also happens to be a mom raising boys while she trains other barrel racers.

https://charmaynejames.com/

Twitter: @charmaynejames

Facebook: @OfficialCharmayneJames11

Clinic inquiries

clinics@charmaynejames.com

Store inquiries

info@charmaynejames.com

Visit us: www.thecowboyperspective.com

Topics

[00:50] Dupporting children's interests in rodeo.

[01:38] Advice for parents with children interested in rodeo.

[04:00] The challenge of teaching kids to be patient.

[05:33] The myth that success comes without hard work.

[10:33] Struggles and achievements of children in sports

[12:24] Early influence of family

[14:34] Bond between siblings and differences in interests.

[16:00] The bond between a rider and their horse.

[19:29] Being unique and embracing one's own journey.

[22:00] The value of faith in life.

[26:00] Finding joy in being part of others' success.

[30:04] Recognizing when someone's words don't match their actions.

[31:53] Dealing with victim mentality in competitive sports.

[35:25] Embracing one's individuality

[40:00] Healthy eating and maintaining physical fitness.

[43:44] Leaving a legacy through meaningful conversations

[50:54] The potential for conversations to inspire and guide others.

[51:00] Acknowledging the influence of stories and conversations.

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#105 – Ty Murray Returns

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Ty Murray, the “King of the Cowboys,” returns to the show for a record third time.

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

‘Greenlights’ by Matthew McConaughey: https://a.co/d/guBvB9q

Topics:

01:36 Larry Mahan’s influence on Ty’s career.

01:59 Ty’s perspective on podcasts.

02:41 Gradual exposure to public speaking.

03:03 Matthew McConaughey’s fame experience.

06:00 The downside of extreme fame.

07:00 Pursuit of passion over fame.

11:00 Parenting is like a challenge with no instructions.

15:00 Confidence and its importance.

22:00 Mental tricks and confidence.

31:14 Life lessons learned from a mentor in rodeo.

31:36 Embracing interviews, sponsorships, and public interactions in rodeo.

31:53 A shift in mentality among cowboys

34:00 A mentor’s support for kids with potential.

35:18 Discussing horse clinics and better horsemanship.

36:32 The importance of treating horses with kindness and understanding.

38:00 Gaining insights that reshape one’s horsemanship practices.

39:11 The educational and enjoyable aspects of riding with mentors.

45:00 Learning how to compete effectively.

48:00 The impact of sports on character development.

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#105 – Ty Murray Returns to the Podcast

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 10 Nov 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Ty Murray, the “King of the Cowboys,” returns to the show for a record third time.

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

‘Greenlights’ by Matthew McConaughey: https://a.co/d/guBvB9q

Topics:

01:36 Larry Mahan's influence on Ty's career.

01:59 Ty's perspective on podcasts.

02:41 Gradual exposure to public speaking.

03:03 Matthew McConaughey's fame experience.

06:00 The downside of extreme fame.

07:00 Pursuit of passion over fame.

11:00 Parenting is like a challenge with no instructions.

15:00 Confidence and its importance.

22:00 Mental tricks and confidence.

31:14 Life lessons learned from a mentor in rodeo.

31:36 Embracing interviews, sponsorships, and public interactions in rodeo.

31:53 A shift in mentality among cowboys

34:00 A mentor's support for kids with potential.

35:18 Discussing horse clinics and better horsemanship.

36:32 The importance of treating horses with kindness and understanding.

38:00 Gaining insights that reshape one's horsemanship practices.

39:11 The educational and enjoyable aspects of riding with mentors.

45:00 Learning how to compete effectively.

48:00 The impact of sports on character development.

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#104 – Paul McEnroe: Man Behind the Barcode

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 27 Oct 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Paul McEnroe has the most beautiful story. He’s been on a journey from an orphan to a guy who led a team that developed the barcode.

‘The Barcode: How a Team Created One of the World’s Most Ubiquitous Technologies’

Get the book: https://a.co/d/gDHPoWj

Tennessee Ernie Ford, ’16 Tons’: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jIfu2A0ezq0

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

Topics:

[02:38] Introduction to background and upbringing.
[03:06] Early life and family in Ohio.
[03:33] Education, move to California, and involvement with IBM.
[04:00] Introduction to the cowboy way of life.
[07:00] Adoption by a loving family.
[11:00] Introduction to involvement in rodeo competitions.
[14:36] The role of debate and communication skills in life.
[15:21] Journey from education to IBM.
[20:00] The perspective of cowboys in various aspects of life.
[22:29] Introduction to Tina, wife.
[27:24] The humility and learning attitude shared by cowboys.
[30:10] The Path to Wealth
[32:00] The Role of Starting Your Own Business
[32:08] Focusing on Money vs. Other Values
[32:30] Contributing to Society and Helping Others
[33:13] The Impact of Real Happiness
[34:00] The Invention and Development of Barcodes
[37:46] Social Challenges Faced in Barcode Adoption
[44:12] The Transition to QR Codes
[45:32] Being Prepared for Unexpected Challenges
[52:31] Western and English Saddle Preferences
[54:55] Coping with Personal Loss and Finding Love Again

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#103 – Cowboy Artist Blu Dornan

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 13 Oct 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Blu Dornan is an accomplished artist who is living a journey that is super interesting. He talks about where he gets his inspiration for his art, a lot about health and diet, and really just who he is.

Links:

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

https://www.facebook.com/bludornan.artist/

Topics:

[3:48] Dad handed down a love of art

[11:03] COVID provided inspiration

[21:03] High quality food and some fasting

[22:00] Drawing with an inner feeling.

[29:27] Art at a reasonable price

[31:12] The great cowboy artists

[48:08] Awesome advice from the wife

[00:52:00] to Eastern philosophy Tibetan monks, Buddhism European philosophy, just anything.

[52:06] Native American philosophy

[57:06] Loving everybody

[1:05:29] ‘We're just kind of inhabitants.’

[1:08:16] The cool thing about podcasting

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#102 – Horseman, Podcaster, and Rancher Scott Hulme

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Scott Hulme comes to the studio and tells us a little bit about what it’s like being somewhere on the plains of Texas (which happens to be the name of his podcast). He’s a horse trainer and he’s a cowboy in the truest sense of that word.

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

https://www.scotthulmehorsemanship.net/

Somewhere on the Plains of Texas Podcast

Books mentioned in the show:

Green Lights, Matthew McConahey

On audiobook

Where the Rivers Run North, Sam Morton

The One Thing, Gary Keller

Topics:

[03:24] World Champ gold buckle?

[09:33] ‘Somebody somewhere’s always working a horse.’

[12:50] Trusting the team

[18:00] Picking the right cows

[25:00] Accident claims a horse

[31:33] A border collie dog named Duke

[36:07] Being able to hug your son

[39:00] ‘I’ve never lost in my life. I either won or I learned.’

[42:52] Figuring out what you’re not

[45:00] Bo ran through the end zone.

[45:44] If you want to have nice fences, plant a post a day

[49:00] Curbing our appetites

[54:25] Kids don’t like the pressure

[56:08] Eat a frog in the morning

[1:00:59] Giving your kids a reason to stay in the business

[1:09:02] The guy behind the curtain

[1:16:33] No dog’s perfect, no spouse is perfect, no child’s perfect

[1:25:12] ‘Everywhere we’ve ever been is pulling a horse trailer.’

[1:30:33] Investing in yourself

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#101 – Tim Sexton and Kenny Dallas

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 08 Sep 2023 04:52:00 +0000

Tim Sexton and Kenny Dallas put together a participation guide based on the last verse in the Old Testament of the Bible. They join the show to share a prayer and thoughts on spirituality.

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

https://m46dads.com/

M46 Dads Drive Time podcast: https://m46dads.com/drivetime/

Topics

[1:58] Opening prayer.

[4:12] Bible marked Malachi 4:6; ‘He will turn the hearts of the parents to their children’

[8:11] The need for an ‘intentional daddy.’

[15:40] The role of men being diminished

[19:07] Little islands and common struggles

[20:03] Creating AA for daddies

[25:23] Faith — it’s a long process

[30:00] Only three things matter

[35:50] A ministry born out of failure and weakness

[40:29] ‘We want it to be intentional, but it’s gonna be imperfect.’

[47:23] M46 Dads Drive Time podcast

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#100 – Alex Sheridan – The Video Content Expert

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Aug 2023 11:02:00 +0000

Follow Alex Sheridan on any social platform, and you're gonna get a lot of valuable information on how to interact, how to get attention, how to tell your story, and how to market your product, service or brand.

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

Alex Sheridan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexbsheridan/

[4:03]The LinkedIn algorithm changed.

[6:18] Looking at your profile

[7:03] What does your headline say?

[10:01] Understanding how different platforms work

[12:33] 'It's just the mediums that have changed.’

[16:33] The elements of social media that people notice

[20:00] Using AI to simplify

[23:40] Direct mail in now unique

[28:00] The future of YouTube

[35:14] ‘Kids should be looking for growth.’

[41:08] Becoming a better father

[41:57] Living the real dream life.

[51:41] Who are we as a country?

[56:00] Where's Alex Sheridan going now?

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#99 – Scott Hodges – Overcoming Tragedy

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 11 Aug 2023 10:15:00 +0000

Scott Hodges, an insurance professional, joins the show to talk about overcoming tragedy, including the death of his wife. Scott sets a great example of how you can persevere, become the person you want to be and have a beautiful life.

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

Topics:

(2:30) Being a coach's son

(3:00) Making friends in Texas

(4:23) Learning to love church

(6:01) A childhood in Gustine Texas

(8:19) Saying goodbye to dad

(11:30) Literally his first rodeo

(14:23) Choices and consequences

(17:46) My uncle, the hero

(21:14) Learning horsemanship

(24:24) Tragedy strikes

(27:27) The insurance business

(29:32) Everybody has a purpose in life

(30:13) First death claim

(41:08) Letting kids find their path

(43:27) Defining selling

(55:07) One family, one vision

(1:02:07) Paying attention - the whole time

(1:05: 10) Scott’s favorite horse

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#98 – Clinton Anderson: Uncut and Real Raw

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 28 Jul 2023 12:51:00 +0000

Note: This podcast contains mature language.

Horse trainer turned millionaire Clinton Anderson, founder of Downunder Horsemanship, joins the show to talk about his fans and enemies; and the unique equine industry. Clinton hosts a podcast where he “interviews successful business owners from all industries about how they started their careers and how they navigated the challenges and successes of running their own businesses while maintaining their personal lives.”

Visit us online: https://thecowboyperspective.com/

Clint Anderson’s podcast: https://www.uncutandrealraw.com/

Downunder Horsemanship https://downunderhorsemanship.com/

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Topics:

(5:49) The equine industry is ‘backwards’

(8:51) A love for long-range shooting

(12:21) Losing loved ones and updating trusts

(16:34) The value of golden handcuffs

(21:44) Building loyalty

(30:50) They ‘hate my guts,’ but they listen

(38:43) A lesson from standup comedy

(41:36) Focus on the good 30 seconds

(47:40) Horse training – and people training

(56:16) Grossing millions and still losing money

(1:04:14) No desire to be ‘real famous’

(1:14:49) Sticking to the wheelhouse

(1:26:15) The stories of the equine industry

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#97 – Clint Tunnel of Texas Rural Living

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 14 Jul 2023 04:15:00 +0000

Clint Tunnel of Texas Rural Living joins the show to talk about his business, his life and the importance of contributing to a community.

H.O. "Cowboy" Kelly

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Topics:

(3:45) Middle initials and confidence

(4:39) Emotional intelligence

(11:13) Where Clint came from

(18:08) Kelly’s artwork

(21:48) Perspective is a big word

(27:12) A diagnosis of diabetes

(30:43) Love every child differently

(36:26) A child’s ordeal

(43:41) Children are resilient

(46:01) Grim news: ‘He may not smile again’

(50:14) ‘Faith is all we had’

(55:47) ‘Messed up people only’

(1:00:42) A tale of two churches

(1:07:47) Music as a release

(1:16:38) A piano prodigy

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#96 – Curtis Stahnke, Legendary Principal

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:55:00 +0000

Did you ever go to school? Have you ever sent your kids to school? Well, if you have, you probably have dealt with an administrator and maybe specifically a principal or a dean. Today’s guest, Curtis Stahnke, was the principal of Comanche Elementary School and he was just a superstar.

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Topics:

(1:55) Longhorn art

(3:30) Mr. Stahnke’s backstory

(6:35) Contributing to society

(8:47) Becoming a principal

(13:30) Dealing with the rascals

(16:13) Kids that have it rough at home

(22:07) Trying not to laugh

(26:04) Respect

(31:23) Emotional Capital

(36:25) Partner in crime

(42:42) The photo business

(46:10) Early adopters

(51:39) It takes discipline

(53:46) Diving right in

(57:51) Retirement: a misnomer

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#95 – Juvenal Sierra: Banker, Dad, Positive Contributor

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 09 Jun 2023 11:00:00 +0000

This week’s guest, Juvenal Sierra, is a perfect example of one of those people I look up to. He’s in my community. We interact a lot. I see his kids around — and I’m impressed with his kids, as well as he and Lisa’s job of raising them. So thanks for listening. If you ever thought: How does somebody stay so calm in competitive situations? You need to keep listening.

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Topics:

(2:07) School Days

(3:28) Juvenal’s backstory

(5:19) Dad and Mexico

(8:57) More on the Sierra family

(10:54) Family love, family discipline

(15:51) Close quarters in the family home

(20:07) Not a lot, but no complaints

(23:13) Being competitive

(26:39) Softball with the right attitude

(31:54) The value of being passionate

(37:40) When Juvenal met the missus

(44:16) The state of banking

(49:49) Introducing kids to matters of money

(57:45) Building credit

(1:04:37) ‘Be a part of your community’

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#94 – Kelsy Bellah – Comanche County Living Magazine Editor-in-Chief

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 26 May 2023 11:50:00 +0000

Hey everybody. We're back! And I’m excited for everybody to meet Kelsy Bellah. She is the editor-in-chief of Comanche County Living Magazine. She wanted to interview me and I said, well, only if I can interview you.

And surprise, surprise, her story is brilliant, motivational, sad, and exciting. We talk about the challenge of running a magazine in a social-media era — and a lot more.

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More on Kelsy at https://comanchecountyliving.com/

Topics:

(2:35) Neil’s inspiration

(4:04) ‘If you're not podcasting, you're getting behind.’

(5:03) The mystery of a podcast audience

(11:24) Leaving your voice behind

(14:52) Kelsy: Remembering her husband

(18:00) Her backstory

(21:14) A tragedy and the aftermath

(23:23) The farmer and the horse

(26:10) Covid as a blessing

(30:42) Magazines still matter

(35:42) A cowgirl perspective

(41:41) Kindness to the elderly

(46:00) A challenging childhood

(56:38) Values of reading and listening

(1:03:40) Sharing her story

(1:07:26) Years bring wisdom

(1:08:25) Neil’s top lessons

(1:16:28) Neil and his dad

(1:25:38) Learning to fly

(1:31:16) Resumes vs. Experience

(1:38:01) Podcast planning

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#93: James Wilson – Historian and Former Elementary Principal

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000

Thanks for continuing to tune in to our history of Comanche series! I sat down with James Wilson to discuss his incredible life as a member of our wonderful community. Enjoy!

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Topics:

(2:46) - Introducing James, his family history & his upbringing in Comanche

(19:11) - James’ career in the military & being alive during the athletic integration of black players

(23:12) - Meeting Mrs. Wilson

(25:50) - James’ working in the Texas school system

(34:58) - Faith and God

(38:23) - James’ kids

(41:19) - Being active in an old age

(44:39) - Praying for Comanche

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#92: Kaylee Parks – Vice President, Managing Member & Owner at Southwestern Group

The Cowboy Perspective — Thu, 20 Apr 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the next to last episode of our History of Comanche, TX! I had the pleasure of sitting down with Kaylee Parks, one of the amazing leaders at Southwestern Group. We discuss her upbringing in Comanche, balancing work and family, and keeping up with her husband Cole. Enjoy!

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Topics:

(2:39) – Kaylee’s family & upbringing in Comanche

(5:49) – Why Kaylee wanted to be involved in this series

(15:21) – What are some of the challenges facing the financial industry right now?

(17:46) – What’s it like trying to keep up with Cole?

(19:39) – Balancing a growing business and growing family

(26:11) – Favorite Comanche stories

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#91: Fain McDaniel & David Gore – Comanche Texas Historians

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 19 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Thanks for continuing to tune in to our history of Comanche series! I sat down with Fain McDaniel and David Gore from the Comanche County Museum to map out the entire history of Comanche, Texas. Enjoy!

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Links:

Topics:

(3:05) – The history of Comanche, from the very beginning!

(10:57) – The arrival of the Spaniards

(20:52) – Warring with Indians & the naming of Comanche

(30:33) – Wagon Routes and US Army forts in Comanche

(35:46) – The official incorporation of Comanche

(37:57) – The initial construction of buildings and structures

(40:29) – The fire problem & Comanche Outlaw stories

(53:12) – Talkin’ Old Comanche buildings

(1:02:06) – Fain’s love for history

(1:07:59) – Belve Bean, LD Cox & other notable Comanche figures

(1:14:30) – Comanche importance in Texas trade & Bill “Brushy” Roberts

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#90: Jay Firsching – Historic Building Expert

The Cowboy Perspective — Tue, 18 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Thanks for continuing to join us on the History of Comanche, TX series! I had a great conversation with Jay where he broke down Historic Preservation Districts and the work to establish a District here in Comanche. Enjoy!

Links:

Jay on LinkedIn

ArchiTexas.com

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Topics:

(4:03) – Introducing Jay

(7:00) – Historic Preservation stories & the business behind what makes a building significant

(17:27) – What value would it be for Comanche to have a Historic Preservation District?

(23:38) – How to identify and designate a Historic Preservation.

(51:48) – Comanche’s history of being burned down and blown up

(54:05) – Comanche National & First Comanche

(58:43) – Losing building blueprints

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#89: Fredda Jones – Historian and Teacher

The Cowboy Perspective — Mon, 17 Apr 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome to our history of Comanche, TX series! Our first guest is Fredda Jones, who has a deep knowledge of our history as well as an amazing background growing up in our town. We cover a lot of ground and are excited to share it with y'all, enjoy!

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Links:

Leta Andrews - Women's Basketball Hall of Fame

Fredda on Facebook

Topics:

(2:40) - It’s important to do hard things

(4:29) - The winningest basketball coach in the nation

(10:15) - Striving to win and be the best you can be

(13:54) - Winning a national championship in track

(24:53) - Reminiscing on friendships

(34:20) - Comanche history

(45:25) - Fredda’s love for history

(1:02:00) - The story of Boss Green

(1:07:33) - Losing a Child & motherhood

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#88: Guy Bell with Jason & Christie Beyer – Influencers and Entrepreneurs

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 24 Mar 2023 05:00:00 +0000

We got a packed episode for y’all! I am joined by local social media influencer Guy Bell (@TheGuyBell) and Owners of the Barfield Boutique Hotel Jason and Christie Beyer.

We discuss how Jason and Christie built this amazing hotel (we recorded this one at The Barfield, so check us out on YouTube!) and talk with Jason about his approach to content. We discuss building brands, our Faith, how to have a successful marriage and raising kids! Enjoy.

Links:

Guy on TikTok

The Barfield Hotel

Bacon Bash Texas!

Topics:

(3:15) – Introducing the guests & discussing Amarillo

(13:45) – Thoughts on kids and social media

(17:43) – Guy’s background

(20:12) – King of Soul

(21:53) – The Barfield

(24:53) – What does West Texas mean to you?

(27:57) – This or That!

(30:14) – How are you building your brand?

(36:44) – Dale Brisby

(39:56) – How do you deal with the negative and positive feedback from social media?

(46:18) – Branding at the Barfield

(54:27) – Using Historic Tax Credits to fund the hotel

(58:15)- Faith and God

(1:02:01) – Managing a successful marriage

(1:11:08) – Is self-esteem the #1 thing for kids?

(1:20:18) – What causes people to be cruel to one another?

(1:29:05) – Calls to Action!

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#87: Dave Hollenbach – Author, Speaker, Fireman

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 10 Mar 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Welcome back! We had the absolute pleasure to have Battalion Chief David Hollenbach on the show, Dave is an international best-selling author, speaker, and host of the From Embers to Excellence Podcast.

We discuss how Dave overcame substantial obstacles in his youth, losing his career, dealing with mental health issues, PTSD and so much more. This episode is really impactful and we hope you enjoy!

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Links:

Hollenbach Leadership

From Embers to Excellence Podcast

Fireproof by Dave Hollenbach

Topics:

(2:43) - Dave’s background and upbringing

(5:32) - Dave’s unlucky leg

(12:56) - Failure & mental health

(22:31) - How do you become a better leader?

(29:44) - How should someone execute their goals?

(39:44) - Advice to Veterans

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#86: Drew Myers – Author, Speaker, Runner

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 10 Feb 2023 06:00:00 +0000

Drew Myers is a story seeker, radio host, author, speaker and podcaster! He wrote the Tacos and Chocolate Diet and joined us on this fantastic episode. We discuss Drew’s faith, why he chose to become a public persona, intentionality coaching and Drew’s incredible streak of running a mile every single day for over eleven years. Enjoy!

Links:

The Tacos and Chocolate Diet by Drew Myers

The Soft White Underbelly on YouTube

M46 Dads

Steve Bardin on The Cowboy Perspective

Into the Wild by John Krakauer

Topics:

(1:58) – Introducing Drew

(6:33) – Faith & Death

(10:08) – What led you to become this public persona?

(14:41) – Drew coaches Neil on becoming more effective

(23:29) – Why do you run a mile every day?

(27:27) – How did it feel breaking an 11 year running streak?

(38:28) – Drew’s Intentionality Coaching

(42:56) – Should all of your coaching tactics be from your own mind?

(46:35) – How do you approach parenting?

(48:26) – What’s your diet like?

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#85: Steven Bardin – Owner of Texas Pro Lake Management

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 27 Jan 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome back! We’ve got the great Steven Bardin in the studio to discuss his business: Texas Pro Lake Management. We discuss fishing for fun vs. food, why college might not be necessary anymore, how Steven has grown his business and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

Links:

Texas Pro Lake Management

Tarleton Department of Wildlife and Natural Resources

Texas Brigades

Black Bass Stewardship Group

Toyota ShareLunker Program

Topics:

(2:54) – Introducing Steven

(3:36) – Steven’s upbringing and career

(8:38) – What got you interested in fishing in the first place?

(12:38) – Fishing for fun vs. for food

(15:14) – Does Mother Nature cull the population?

(17:46) – Is there a revenue opportunity farmers and ranchers should consider with a day pond?

(18:47) – How big is Ten Acre Lake?

(20:25) – Do you like school?

(23:50) – Do you think college is necessary anymore?

(38:25) – How many people work for you?

(39:33) – What are you going to do about your company name when you’re worldwide?

(41:06) – With your hiring standards how has it been for you to hire the people you want?

(45:38) – How do you approach price negotiation?

(49:50) – How do you feel so confident in passing up customers?

(52:06) – What is your end goal for the company?

(55:13) – How do you approach marketing?

(59:59) – Why don’t you have any kids?

(1:04:01) – Is there anything you would like to say that you haven’t had a chance to?

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#84: Riley Peterson – Rancher, Horseman, Content Creator at Stonefield Ranch

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 10:30:00 +0000

Riley Peterson from the Stonefield Ranch YouTube channel joins the podcast to discuss horsemanship, content creation, and the voluntary hardship of being a cowboy. He offers great insight into fatherhood, faith, and the world of Quarter horses. Enjoy!

Links:

Stonefield Ranch on YouTube

TCP with Ryan Richardson

Zane Davis on The Gauge Podcast

4 Tips for Buying Horses on Stonefield Ranch

Topics:

(2:02) – Riley’s background and upbringing

(5:39) – Being a member of LDS

(8:51) – What inspired you to start your YT channel?

(12:35) – What does it mean to be naturally gifted with a horse?

(17:51) – How do you come up with content?

(21:23) – Do your kids enjoy cowboying?

(24:36) – global influences on cowboy culture & fatherhood

(29:25) – Cowboying is voluntary hardship

(32:40) – Would you say you’re an extrovert or an introvert?

(34:56) – What makes someone go from average to great?

(37:42) – Quarter Horses

(46:22) – How do you set up your technology for high quality content?

(51:34) – Podcasting vs. YouTube

(53:42) – Riley’s leg in the tech world

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#83: Braxton Mitchell – Extension Agent, Speaker, Cowboy

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 23 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000

We’ve got a great conversation in this episode with Braxton Mitchell. Braxton is an Extension agent and a true cowboy. We get to talkin’ about Braxton’s childhood following in his father’s footsteps, playing college rugby and learning to rodeo. We spend a good bit of time discussing the importance of faith, God, and love before touching on how failure plays an important role in life. enjoy!

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Links:

The Cowboy Perspective Cups of love episode

M46 Dads

Topics:

(2:52) – Introducing Braxton

(4:10) – Life as an Extension agent

(5:30) – Braxton’s family dynamic and childhood

(12:37) – Learning how to cowboy

(15:31) – College life, Rodeo, and work ethic

(38:06) – Faith & love

(46:48) – Failure

(51:18) – What’s next for you?

(54:36) – Wrapping up

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#82: Bill Ellis & Family – Bill Ellis Tire Station

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 09 Dec 2022 10:00:00 +0000

On this episode, we had the pleasure of sitting down with the Ellis family of Bill Ellis Tire Station. On the mic are Bill, Zane, Cameron, Laurie, and Gessica. We discuss building the tire business, Bill’s career as a Pastor, childhood experiences, and crazy stories from the station; enjoy!

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Links:

Bill Ellis Tire Station on Facebook

Topics:

(2:42) – Introducing the Ellis family

(3:42) – Why did you build your business around tires?

(7:51) – Life as a Pastor

(11:41) – Why do you choose to operate the tire business 24/7?

(14:15) – Zane and Cameron’s childhood experiences

(17:06) – Laurie’s background

(20:03) – What’s a typical work day like at the tire station?

(22:27) – What’s the most important aspect of your business?

(24:17) – How do you think about the customer?

(26:26) – Talkin’ to the kids

(27:40) – The experience of marrying into the Ellis family

(29:41) – Do you plan on opening new locations?

(32:06) – How do you fix these massive tractor tires?

(36:06) – What are some great stories from working at the stand?

(48:56) – Church and Christianity

(52:14) – Neil’s memories of Bill and reflecting on hard work

(56:25) – Final thoughts

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#81: Alan Day – Rancher and Author, The Horse Lover

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Nov 2022 11:00:00 +0000

H. Alan Day is the brother of Sandra Day O’Connor, the first female associate justice of the Supreme Court of the United States. Alan has authored and co-authored several books and is dedicated to the preservation of wild horses.

On this episode we dive into Alan’s journey as an author, his dynamic with Sandra, and the process of shipping 1500 wild horses to his ranch and training them to live on his South Dakota property. Enjoy!

Links:

The Horse Lover by H. Alan Day

Lazy B. by H. Alan Day & Sandra Day O’Connor

Cowboy Up! by H. Alan Day

The Cowboy Up Podcast

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Topics

(1:36) – Introducing Alan

(3:42) – Alan’s dynamic with his sister (Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor)

(6:13) – Alan’s journey as an author

(9:10) – Ranching stories

(11:21) – Where do wild horses come from?

(12:16) – How did you get these wild horses to your ranch?

(17:32) – What did you do with the horses once you had them?

(20:13) – How long was the whole process til you were satisfied?

(21:31) – Happy the horse

(24:36) – Alan’s unique freeze brand

(26:47) – Wrap up

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#80: Isabella Leslie – Race Horse Industry Player, Horse advocate, Resilient Human

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 11 Nov 2022 12:30:00 +0000

Welcome to another episode of The Cowboy Perspective! I know Isabella’s story will be valuable for you to hear!

Links:

Isabella on Twitter

America’s Best Racing

My Racehorse

Topics:

(2:15) – Introducing Isabella

(7:42) – Dealing with childhood illness

(10:14) – How did you build so much resilience?

(11:05) – What was the key to your cure?

(15:36) – Saddle bred horses

(17:53) – Isabelle’s career in Thoughrobred

(21:23) – Thoughts on gambling in horse racing

(22:47) – Thoughts on Rich Strike winning the Kentucky Derby

(29:39) – Do you get the impression there’s no allowance for forgiveness in today’s society?

(30:46) – Thoughts on Anxiety

(35:16) – The equine business

(46:17) – What are your thoughts on horse slaughter?

(49:53) – Losing a spot on the US World Cup team due to injury

(53:33) – Where do you think you’ll be in the next five years?

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#79: Wes Kearney – Entrepreneur & Brew Master

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 09:00:00 +0000

Wes Kearney is a Brew Master and Entrepreneur. On this episode we dive into building leadership capital, learnings from being parents, being an introvert, life & death, and so much more. Enjoy!

Links:

- Visit us online: www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

- Teddy’s Brewhaus

- Kirbos

Topics:

(2:28) - Wes’ background

(8:21) - Being an introvert

(11:44) - The importance of a ‘recharge’

(16:16) - Don’t be a thermometor, be a thermostat

(22:56) - Learnings from Parenting, Failure and Succeeding

(29:21) - Building Leadership Capital

(34:37) - Don’t be complacent

(39:38) - What did working on a ranch teach you about the reality of life and death?

(42:38) - Wes’ family dynamic & the reality of feeding the world

(49:16) - Hunting

(52:28) - What’s the value of a dollar?

(58:28) - The power of community

(1:03:13) - Thoughts on having a successful marriage

(1:12:11) - Wrap Up

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#78: Ryan Richardson – USMC Force Reconnaissance and Scout Sniper Platoon Commander, Combat Veteran, Cowboy

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 14 Oct 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Ryan Richardson joins us not only as a Marine, combat veteran and advocate for Heroes and Horses. He’s also a fan of the show!

Ryan and I discuss his upbringing before deep-diving into his time in the Middle East as a United States Marine and the subsequent mental challenges he faced. We wrap on how Heroes and Horses has been a life-changing experience. Enjoy!

Links:

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Heroes and Horses

Dr. Mark Gordon on Joe Rogan

Man’s search for meaning by Viktor Frankl

Topics:

(2:54) – Ryan’s childhood and upbringing

(8:43) – Thoughts on swearing, parenting, and marriage

(14:34) – Ryan’s time in the Marines & getting married young

(15:52) – Did 9/11 play a major role in you joining up?

(17:45) – Life in the Marines

(41:00) – What it feels like being in a war zone & stories from Iraq

(1:07:02) – Life after the military and PTSD

(1:21:33) – Heroes and Horses

(1:58:46) – What do you think your kids will think about the work you’ve done in 20 years?

(2:07:29) – How do you not drift away from the habits built at H&H?

(2:09:14) – Wrap up & final thoughts

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#77: Molly McAdams – Cowgirl, Leader, Visionary

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 23 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Molly McAdams is the Executive Vice President of the Texas Beef Council and joins us today to discuss Secretariat, being a high-powered woman in the corporate world, building a team, delegation, branding, and a lot more! Enjoy.

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Molly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/molly-mcadams-phd/

Texas Beef Council: https://www.texasbeefcheckoff.com/about-us/staff

BBQuest: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10051598/

Topics:

(1:53) – Molly’s background and career

(3:43) – Secretariat

(6:17) – What was it like having a father who is a horse vet?

(10:11) – Molly’s family dynamic

(11:34) – Being a high-performing woman in the corporate world

(21:34) – Do you get more from the wins or the losses?

(28:29) – Thoughts on responsibility and building a team

(34:15) – “Stay” interviews & conversations

(38:11) – How do you approach delegation?

(43:33) – People want to hear the story of your brand & dealing with critics of farming

(49:49) – Wrap up

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#76: 1998 State Champion Maidens

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 09 Sep 2022 05:00:00 +0000

This episode I am joined by 4 members of the 1998 Texas Women’s state championship basketball team from Comanche High School! We discuss why doing the things you hate help you be more successful, reminisce on teammates, comparing the popularity of women’s sports to Texas Football and more! Enjoy.

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(2:36) – Introducing the CHAMPS

(8:28) – The importance of doing things you hate

(13:59) – Parenting your kids through hard work

(20:11) – Did you have people you looked up to on the team for inspiration? How was your chemistry on the floor?

(28:23) – Shouting out the rest of the team & Memories

(37:04) – Do you remember a time being most ‘scared’ of your coach?

(38:21) – Do you feel any pressure, pride, or anxiety over the fact your team is one of the highest achieving in the school’s history?

(45:36) – Why was there not a repeat title?

(49:46) – Referees

(54:24) – How do you think about comparing women’s basketball to major Texas sports like Football?

(1:06:29) – What message would you give to young kids to think about if they want to be successful at something they try?

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#75 Dennis Pridgen – Coach, Christian, and Friend

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 26 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Dennis has an incredible weight loss journey of losing over 190 lbs! We dive into Dennis’ life, which is a hard road filled with trauma and abuse, leaving him depressed and weighing over 375 lbs.

But this story is not all about the bad and the sad! Dennis has completely turned his life around, starting the Get Lean Journey brand and becoming a coach, advocate for the Lord, and darn good friend! Enjoy.

Links:

Get Lean Journey on IG: https://www.instagram.com/getleanjourney

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GetLeanJourney

www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Topics:

(2:47) – How did you get up to 375 lbs?

(4:26) – Why do humans bully each other?

(9:28) – Dennis’ childhood, trauma & depression

(24:00) – Dennis’ weight loss journey, losing his mother, and contemplating suicide

(38:54) – Dennis’ wife

(44:48) – Loving America

(47:38) – Final thoughts

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#74: Gary Bell – A Second Father

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Gary Bell is a very special guest on this episode of The Cowboy Perspective. While we aren’t related, he treated me like his own when I was a young man & friends with his son Dustin. Today we discuss his influence on me, his worldview as a farmer, the state of the world, some great stories and more. Enjoy!

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Topics:

(2:57) – Cynthia’s perspective on Dustin and Neil as kids

(5:10) – The Bell family influence

(9:32) – Why Neil brought Gary on

(11:39) – Gary’s childhood and background in Lubbock

(17:02) – What do you love about farming and ranching?

(18:33) – Thoughts on the public’s views toward farmers

(20:24) – Gary’s early farming experiences

(23:22) – Gary’s first memories of Neil

(25:34) – The story of Gary’s Encyclopedia

(28:01) – Where’d you learn to fix things?

(30:55) – What’s it like selling cows?

(33:28) – Aunt Bonnie

(36:24) – Gary’s views on music

(37:30) – Farmhand stories

(39:53) – Has America had it ‘too good’?

(44:32) – Wrap up

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#74: Gary Bell – A Second Father to Me

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 12 Aug 2022 11:00:00 +0000

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Topics:

(2:57) – Cynthia’s perspective on Dustin and Neil as kids

(5:10) – The Bell family influence

(9:32) – Why Neil brought Gary on

(11:39) – Gary’s childhood and background in Lubbock

(17:02) – What do you love about farming and ranching?

(18:33) – Thoughts on the public’s views toward farmers

(20:24) – Gary’s early farming experiences

(23:22) – Gary’s first memories of Neil

(25:34) – The story of Gary’s Encyclopedia

(28:01) – Where’d you learn to fix things?

(30:55) – What’s it like selling cows?

(33:28) – Aunt Bonnie

(36:24) – Gary’s views on music

(37:30) – Farmhand stories

(39:53) – Has America had it ‘too good’?

(44:32) – Wrap up

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#73: Kameron Mazurek – Lawyer, Insurance Agent & CPA

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 08 Jul 2022 05:00:00 +0000

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Kameron on this episode, he’s an insurance agent, lawyer, CPA and passionate historian. We discuss his “office” life that came from a cowboy upbringing, his faith and religious upbringing in the Jewish community and then we spend a lot of time discussing abortion and the Roe V. Wade decision. Enjoy!

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Topics:

(1:28) – Kameron’s background, Office life vs. Ranch life, and the scripture

(7:55) – Have you ever changed your mind on how you think about things?

(11:20) – Kameron’s family dynamic and childhood

(14:15) – What do you think caused you to become such a high performer?

(18:09) – Kameron on losing his brother

(23:25) – Thoughts on Roe v. Wade & abortion

(42:35) – What’s happening in the insurance world that people should be thinking about?

(49:22) – Kameron’s other careers as a Lawyer and CPA

(56:30) – Kameron’s relationship with his mother

(59:17) – Wrap up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#72: Joey Svendsen & Tony Jones – The Ethics Behind Killing Animals for Food

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0000

A special episode for y’all this time around the pasture! I had the pleasure of joining Joey and Tony for a triple-podcast of Pastor with No Answers, The Reverend Hunter & The Cowboy Perspective.

We spend the majority of this episode discussing the ethics and arguments around the humane killing of animals for food. We also discuss Pederson’s practices, whether dogs are better as pets or tools, and more!

Links:

Pastor with No Answers Podcast

Reverend Hunter podcast

Nature is Metal on Instagram

How to Be Your Dog’s Best Friend by Monks of New Skete

Topics:

(0:33) – The Triple recording, Westboro Baptist episodes and podcasting

(5:17) – Opening with Bible Study and laying out the agenda for the episode

(6:54) – How we think about treating dogs and animals

(13:53) – How do you think about treating nature?

(19:42) – How would you react to someone strangling a dog?

(21:18) – Thoughts on hunting and the humane killing of animals we eat

(50:05) – Neil’s takeaways from this episode

(52:13) – Thoughts on the Cowboy Spirit

(55:42) – Butcher Box vs. Pederson’s Natural Farms

(57:24) – Pheasant Hunting

(59:49) – Wrap up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#72: Joey Svendsen & Tony Jones – The Ethics Behind Killing Animals for Food

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0000

A special episode for y’all this time around the pasture! I had the pleasure of joining Joey and Tony for a triple-podcast of Pastor with No Answers, The Reverend Hunter & The Cowboy Perspective.

Links:

Pastor with No Answers Podcast

Reverend Hunter podcast

Nature is Metal on Instagram

How to Be Your Dog’s Best Friend by Monks of New Skete

Topics:

(0:33) – The Triple recording, Westboro Baptist episodes and podcasting

(5:17) – Opening with Bible Study and laying out the agenda for the episode

(6:54) – How we think about treating dogs and animals

(13:53) – How do you think about treating nature?

(19:42) – How would you react to someone strangling a dog?

(21:18) – Thoughts on hunting and the humane killing of animals we eat

(50:05) – Neil’s takeaways from this episode

(52:13) – Thoughts on the Cowboy Spirit

(55:42) – Butcher Box vs. Pederson’s Natural Farms

(57:24) – Pheasant Hunting

(59:49) – Wrap up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#72: Joey Svedsen & Tony Jones – The Ethics Behind Killing Animals for Food

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 24 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0000

A special episode for y’all this time around the pasture! I had the pleasure of joining Joey and Tony for a triple-podcast of Pastor with No Answers, The Reverend Hunter & The Cowboy Perspective.

Links:

Pastor with No Answers Podcast

Reverend Hunter podcast

Nature is Metal on Instagram

How to Be Your Dog’s Best Friend by Monks of New Skete

Topics:

(0:33) – The Triple recording, Westboro Baptist episodes and podcasting

(5:17) – Opening with Bible Study and laying out the agenda for the episode

(6:54) – How we think about treating dogs and animals

(13:53) – How do you think about treating nature?

(19:42) – How would you react to someone strangling a dog?

(21:18) – Thoughts on hunting and the humane killing of animals we eat

(50:05) – Neil’s takeaways from this episode

(52:13) – Thoughts on the Cowboy Spirit

(55:42) – Butcher Box vs. Pederson’s Natural Farms

(57:24) – Pheasant Hunting

(59:49) – Wrap up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#71: Kevin Elkins – Silver Craftsman

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 10 Jun 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Kevin Elkins joins me on the podcast today to talk about everything custom silver buckles, spurs, bits, and jewelry! We also talk about his days riding Broncs in the PRCA, the sacrifices he’s had to make for this business, family, and more. Enjoy!

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Check out Kevin’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elkinssilver/

Topics:

(2:14) – Introducing Kevin and his artwork

(5:45) – The process of making custom Silver buckles, spurs, bits and jewelry

(15:46) – How do you feel about defining what you do as “art”?

(18:54) – Do you model your work after anyone?

(22:07) – How do you feel about your customers?

(24:26) – What happens if a customer doesn’t like what you’ve made?

(26:02) – Kevin’s childhood & family dynamic

(30:59) – How do you think about improving on your craft?

(32:02) – Riding Broncos in the PRCA

(35:06) – Craftsmanship vs. perfectionism

(37:22) – Kevin’s family and sacrifices to be an entrepreneur

(49:11) – The power of humility

(53:11) – Kevin’s favorite pieces, things in the works, and the business side of craftsmanship!

(58:29) – Wrap up and final thoughts

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#70: Cowboy Perspectives & An Original Poem

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 27 May 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Short episode this week, y’all! We’re talking about some Cowboy Perspectives and Ranch life as well as an original poem by yours truly dedicated to the memory of the great Joe T. Gore. Enjoy!

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The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#69: Bo Lacy – Neil was Bit by a Rattle Snake!

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 13 May 2022 05:00:00 +0000

My good friend and workout partner Bo Lacy joined me on this episode to talk about my being bit by a rattle snake this week. We also talk about parenting, friendship, working out and more. Enjoy!

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Links:

Legion Rising by Jeff Morris

Topics:

(3:20) – Neil was bit by a Rattle Snake!

(27:51) – Bo and Neil’s friendship

(33:18) – Social Media, Winning vs. Losing, and instilling confidence in your kids

(53:07) – How the way parents act affects kids

(1:03:07) – Wrap up & Final thoughts

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#68: Jim Sharp – Founding Father of the Professional Bull Riders

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 22 Apr 2022 15:01:00 +0000

The first guy to ride all 10 bulls at the National Finals Rodeo (The SuperBowl of Rodeo) and almost made it 20 in a row as he rode his first 9 the following year.

Please enjoy this conversation with my friend Jim Sharp. If you know Jim you will know he is quiet about his success and career. I really appreciate him sharing with me and the TCP Nation in this episode.

He is a multiple-time bull riding world champion and a Great hand in the pasture and branding pen.

Links:

Jim Sharp’s PBR stats

Topics:

(2:20) – Are the other pro bull riders different behind the scenes?

(4:07) – Jim’s family background and how he got into bull riding

(7:28) – Who’d you look up to in rodeo?

(8:38) – Jim’s siblings

(12:01) – Why Jim decided to retire from bull riding

(14:37) – How did you process the reality of the danger of bull riding?

(15:33) – Did you play any sports growing up?

(18:03) – What was Layne Frost like?

(19:59) – How did rodeoing with the best affect your work ethic?

(22:28) – Riding 10 rounds in the NFR

(24:58) – Jim’s son

(27:59) – What was the PBR like?

(33:11) – Do you pay attention to the circuit now?

(34:34) – Brazilian rope holding techniques

(37:02) – Grappling with being called the GOAT

(40:12) – What do you do these days?

(45:33) – Wrap up

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#67: Rob Rastovich – CTO at ThingLogix, Inc

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 08 Apr 2022 04:00:00 +0000

Rob is a cowboy through and through. He grew up on a ranch and maintains a cattle ranch to this day in Central Oregon. Rob also has had an interesting career outside the cowboy world.

Rob has been actively involved in technology for nearly 30 years, from building a top 10 e-commerce site in a time when e-commerce was still in its infancy to establishing what is now known as Amazon’s AWS IoT.

On this episode we talk about Rob’s tech career, beef alternatives, automation and the philosophy behind becoming wealthy. Enjoy!

Topics:

(3:51) – Rob’s background and family in ranching

(7:19) – Do you think growing up in that environment has played well in your business career?

(12:44) – Rob’s father & leaving ranching to go into tech

(14:52) – What is a CTO?

(16:45) – What’s something that people think is a fad right now but will be around long term?

(22:39) – What is IoT? (Internet of Things)

(26:21) – As we take humans out of processes where do we go?

(31:13) – Thoughts on beef alternatives, vegetarians and conservationists

(38:24) – Rob’s Barley Beef

(43:05) – Thoughts on becoming wealthy

(47:15) – Wrap Up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#66 Chet Garner – DayTripper and a whole lot More!

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Mar 2022 04:00:00 +0000

We’ve got a treat for y’all today, Chet Garner from The Daytripper Podcast joins the show to discuss how he built the show, the relationship between money & happiness, the importance of travel, parenting and a whole lot more!

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Links:

The Day Tripper Podcast

Chet on Social Media:

YouTube

Twitter

Facebook

Dropping Bombs with Brad Lea

The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren

Shape by Jordan Ellenberg

Austin Couch Potatoes

Topics:

(4:12) – How have you been able to do this show for so long without traditional sponsors?

(11:39) – Money doesn’t inspire passion or happiness

(17:06) – How does a sponsor judge if your show is successful?

(22:41) – Passions & Skills are signs from God

(25:34) – Taking your passion with you when you can’t make money off it

(29:29) – What’s your ultimate vision for The Day Tripper?

(34:29) – How travel affects your perspective

(39:38) – Chet’s Bison Leather couch

(42:51) – Crossfit

(45:58) – Parenting

(57:15) – Chet’s background and family

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#65: Jay Samit – Author, Innovator, Artist

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Would you like to make $100 million in your first year of business? Jay Samit has taught people how to do that. I hope you guys stick around and listen to what he has to say here. Remember, disruption is not about what happens to you, it’s about how you respond. Enjoy!

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Links:

Disrupt You! by Jay Samit

Future Proofing You by Jay Samit

Marketing Outrageously by John Spoelstra

Topics:

(3:05) – Jay’s inspiration for painting cowboy scenery & his books

(12:08) – Thoughts on confidence

(17:16) – Thoughts on college

(21:50) – Business Philosophy

(33:00) – Thoughts on NFT’s & Crypto

(36:23) – Finding passion through your work

(40:53) – What’s the value of a dollar or a Bitcoin?

(44:53) – Wrap up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#64 Chance Conrado – Horseman, Businessman, “The Gauge” podcast host

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Chance Conrado is host of "The Gauge" Podcast and joins me on this episode for a deep dive into the horse world, barrel racing, business philosophy and crypto for cowboys. Enjoy!

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Links:

The Gauge Podcast

Chance on LinkedIn

The Man from Snowy River

Ed Mylett Podcast with Mike Rowe

Topics:

(3:37) - How did you come up with the intro to your podcast?

(6:30) - Chance’s childhood with horses

(13:42) - Authoritarian father’s

(20:34) - Are some of the best head horses rejected barrel horses?

(25:19) - Chance’s early career as a horseman & thoughts on the horse industry

(31:46) - What are the top three horses in the barrel racing world right now?

(35:58) - Thoughts on Bitcoin and what drove Chance away from the cowboy world

(41:38) - Religion

(43:50) - Chance cleaning his life up & dealing with jealousy and insecurity

(52:25) - More on Crypto

(55:06) - Chance’s custom trailer business & thoughts on business philosophy and more crypto!

(1:17:29) - Wrap Up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Peterson & Root and Roam.

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#63 Rebecca Conley – Sommelier and Business Woman

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 11 Feb 2022 05:00:00 +0000

Rebecca Conley is a Sommelier and today she joins me on the podcast to talk everything about wine! We discuss her early career as an international model, falling in love with the wine process, what makes Texas special for wine and she gives us some recommendations to go try. Enjoy!

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

J.W. Hardin Wine Co.

Red Loves Wine

Rebecca on Twitter

Topics:

(2:22) – Rebecca’s background and modeling career

(9:08) – What’s one lesson that sticks with you from your time modeling?

(12:30) – What happened when you got out of modeling?

(14:55) – Getting into the wine industry & working in New York Hospitality

(18:08) – Where did your early maturity come from?

(22:24) – Moving back to Texas from New York & becoming a sommelier

(28:40) – Wine 101

(34:20) – Rebecca’s career in wine

(37:45) – What makes Napa more ideal than Texas for wine?

(40:16) – Older wine is more expensive because there’s less of it

(41:43) – Restaurants and wine

(45:41) – “How you order wine tells so much about you”

(48:58) – Rebecca’s business she’s building: J.W. Hardin

(56:41) – Rebecca’s wine recommendations & wrap up

Ron Yates – Amalgamation

Farmhouse Vineyard – Boyfriend

Texas GSM – Melange

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#62 Kris Dehnert, CEO & Randall Thompson, Founder – Dugout Mugs

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000

I am joined by Kris Dehnert & Randall Thompson, the CEO and founder of Dugout Mugs to talk about building their business, how their partnership started, the specifics behind their cool mugs and some thoughts on business philosophy. Enjoy!

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Links:

Dugout Mugs website

Randall on Social

Kris on Social

Ed Mylett & Kurt Warner Podcast

Topics:

(2:03) – Randall, do you feel like you have a cowboy perspective?

(4:00) – How do you go about licensing a product like this?

(7:01) – How did the two of you meet?

(8:25) – You can’t build your business without building yourself

(11:38) – Why brushing off failure is important

(15:35) – Thoughts on profitability & the supply chain

(18:14) – Does every dugout mug come from an actual baseball bat?

(19:07) – Is there anything proprietary about the product?

(21:39) – Defense wins championships

(27:51) – What do you do to better yourself professionally?

(30:29) – Are you working on an NFT Project?

(31:34) – What is the value of a dollar?

(38:20) – Wrap Up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Peterson & Root and Roam.

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#61 Grant Bear – Christian Brother and Friend

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 14 Jan 2022 05:00:00 +0000

This episode is going to be a bit different, I talk with Grant Bear about the mistakes he made in life that caused him to end up in prison. We talk about how his childhood affected his later decisions, what prison taught him, his relationship with God and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

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Links:

Petals Patch boutique

Topics:

(2:16) – Grant’s background & Family

(7:05) – Grant’s early life with his father

(10:07) – Making the decision to start doing drugs in high school

(15:31) – How access to the world has changed via smart phones & changing what the ‘ideal’ body looks like

(19:38) – How Grant ended up in Jail & lessons learned

(30:19) – Dealing with the stigma of past actions & going to prison

(35:02) – Life inside Prison

(45:49) – Faith & building a relationship with God

(50:16) – The tough questions

(51:52) – Ending with a Prayer

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#60 Cooper Flinn – Cowboy, Friend, Creator

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 31 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Cooper Flinn is a cowboy through and through. He is behind the saddle pads over at Equibrand Products and my former rodeo teammate! We discuss his life growing up and family dynamic, Equibrand saddle pads, leather working and his role as a father and his experience with his son being born premature. Enjoy!

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Links:

Equibrand Saddle Pads

Ed Mylett & Kurt Warner Podcast ep

Harper's Heroes Facebook Page

Topics:

(3:14) - Cooper’s background, family & career

(7:53) - The resilience of Cowboys

(10:16) - Cooper’s father and unofficial grandfather

(17:19) - What’s the value of getting your master’s degree?

(21:09) - Don’t be afraid of change!

(24:28) - Leadership Philosophies

(28:29) - The world of saddle pads & Equibrand

(44:34) - Leather working and the joy of building things with your hands

(49:30) - The experience of having a premature child

(1:04:28) - Wrap up and final thoughts

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#59 Brent Bennett – Cowboy, Crossfitter, Content Creator

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 10 Dec 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Brent Bennet is a full-time cowboy and fitness enthusiast. On this episode we get to talking about how Brent taught himself to rodeo as a kid, his journey working for 30 years before leaving the 9-5 world to become a cowboy. We also dive deep into his workout regimen, which includes running at least 2 miles everyday at 4am! Enjoy!

Links

Be Your Best Horsemanship

Visit us online at www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

Topics

(1:54) - Brent’s background in learning to rodeo, he self deprecation of cowboy culture & chasing your dream

(15:13) - Why’d you start making YouTube videos of your cowboy life?

(18:49) - Brent’s weight loss journey

(29:39) - Weight loss’ parallel with everything in life

(34:00) - Everyone knows about eating healthy, why do we still not do it?

(35:15) - The media’s portrayal of division in our country

(36:35) - Teaching the next generation of cowboys

(39:04) - Brent’s workouts!

(51:08) - Wrap up

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#58 Rhonda Dudley – My Mom, Mentor, and Biggest Fan

The Cowboy Perspective — Mon, 29 Nov 2021 19:17:00 +0000

It’s always a blessing having another Dudley on the podcast! This episode me and Mom get to talking about the most important things she passed on to me, life as a grandparent, and her role as the problem solver. We also talk about her fitness journey, finding a life partner and so much more. Enjoy!

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(3:44) – How to make friends, listening to advice & complimenting folks: Important learnings from mom

(6:42) – What’s it like being the problem solver for people in your life?

(10:26) – What’s it like being a grandparent?

(11:52) – Rhonda’s fitness journey & parenting

(16:16) – Can you be the best version of yourself without being pushed by someone?

(22:30) – The importance of food knowledge

(28:57) – Why do you like numbers so much?

(32:40) – Do you worry that you might have passed on negative lessons or experiences to us?

(35:52) – Why are you scared to be thought of as weak?

(44:16) – Nobody is looking at you, nobody cares!

(45:58) – Picking the right life partner

(50:28) – Dealing with the loss of a sibling

(53:38) – Wrap Up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#57 Cody Harvey – Founder of Breakout.fm

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 12 Nov 2021 05:00:00 +0000

Cody Harvey is an American entrepreneur and Chief Visionary behind a plethora of market-disrupting technologies. In his roles as President and Chief Strategist at Kennected, Cody is constantly looking ahead – trying to anticipate macroeconomic environmental changes and proactively planning for the future of his company. Cody’s newest venture is Breakout Audio app available on IOS and Android!

On this episode, Cody and I dive deep into his career, his faith and desire to allow open & honest conversations, world traveling, entrepreneurship and much more. Enjoy!

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Check out Breakout here: https://www.breakout.fm/ or https://breakoutsocial.com/

Visit Kennected: https://kennected.org/

(1:40) – Cody’s career and background that lead to starting Breakout

(5:24) – Faith & being open to perspectives you don’t agree with

(8:18) – Cody’s Travel experiences

(10:58) – How do you block the urge to respond negatively when you’re treated poorly?

(13:45) – Thoughts on Entrepreneurship & Strategy

(19:41) – Jay Abraham

(20:47) – What is the value of a dollar or a bitcoin?

(21:49) – Do you feel like you understand Blockchain?

(24:13) – How much Crypto do you have?

(26:47) – Wrap up

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#56 Adam Posner – Founder of NHP Talent Group, Host of ThePozcast

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 22 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Adam Posner is the Founder and President Director at NHP Talent Group: A Talent Access Consultancy, specializing in recruitment strategy, talent process and operations @ Start-ups, Agencies and Brands. They focus on experts within Marketing, Performance Media, Creative, Product and Content Creation.

On this episode, we discuss Adam’s early career and his relationship with Gary Vaynerchuk, the current labor shortages, participation trophies and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

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Check out Adam’s Podcast here

(3:07) – Adam’s background and career working for Gary Vee before starting his own company

(10:52) – Adam’s thoughts on the current labor shortages

(20:30) – “Doing it to be in The Hall of Fame is stupid”

(23:09) – Participation trophies and teaching children about competition

(27:48) – Adam’s Favorite podcasts

The Jordan Harbinger Podcast

Jordan Harbinger – Going to North Korea

Jordan Harbinger with Mafia Hitman

(36:42) – What’s the toughest apology you’ve ever had to make?

(38:02) – Business and Leadership is being put under pressure

(38:28) – Truth and Recruiting

(42:07) – Having the confidence to ask and be ready for a ‘no’

(45:58) – Wrap Up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam.

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#55 BBT Special – Owen and Sandi Carlson

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Loyal consumers of bacon at Bacon Bash Texas – Owen and Sandi Carlson represent what is best in humanity. They live through tough realities with love and a heart for others. Pederson’s is honored to dedicate a month of the podcast to Bacon Bash Texas and all it stands for!

Fun fact: Owen and Sandi founded Niki Warms the Cold in honor of their daughter Niki Carlson and spend much of their time making sure the needy, across Texas, know they are seen and have a coat or blanket to keep warm!

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(2:46) - Owen and Sandi Introductions

(4:33) - Bacon Bash 2021

www.BaconBashTexas.com

(5:14) - The story behind Niki Warms the Cold

(12:42) - Why is Bacon Bash supporting Type 1 Diabetes?

(15:03) - Continuous Glucose Monitors to help those with Type 1 Diabetes

(15:53) - The Horny Toad

(17:07) - Cranfills Gap, TX

(18:13) - What happens at Bacon Bash?

(20:25) - Hooty-Hoo!

(23:32) - Advice for those struggling with the loss of a child

(26:23) - Wrap Up

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#54 Bob Howard – Business Owner and Entrepreneur

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 24 Sep 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Bob Howard is the Founder of 855 BUGS and recently sold the company to Terminix. He has a major list of accomplishments including being elected Mayor of Woodway, Texas and an elder within his church. This episode is fantastic as we talk about faith, leadership, partnerships in business and a whole lot more in between fits of laughter. This is one you won’t want to miss, enjoy!

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(1:49) – Bob’s career and background

855 BUGS

(6:49) – Bob’s faith background

(11:05) – Leadership: What is it?

(19:32) – Would you consider your company a ‘family’?

(20:53) – How do you manage your connection with your company and growth given everything going on with you outside of work?

(22:45) – It’s Lonely at the Top:

(31:45) – Dealing with partnerships in business

(33:39) – Bob’s experience as Mayor

(38:05) – Bob’s favorite books

The Go-Getter by Peter Kyne

I Want my Church to Grow by C.B. Hogue

(40:06) – The origin of the question: “What’s the value of a dollar or a bitcoin?”

(41:48) – What’s the value of a dollar or a bitcoin?

(46:17) – Do you think you’re tightly wound?

(50:20) – The beauty of dreaming big

(54:17) – How Bob built and sold his company

They Ask You Answer by Marcus Sheridan

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#53 Marcus Sheridan – Author of “They Ask You Answer”

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 10 Sep 2021 09:30:00 +0000

Marcus Sheridan is a highly sought-after international keynote speaker and has been dubbed a “Web Marketing Guru” by the New York Times and in 2017 Forbes names Marcus one of 20 “Speakers You Don’t Want to Miss.” Mashable rated his book, “They Ask, you Answer” the “#1 Marketing Book” to read in 2017. Forbes listed it as one of “11 Marketing Books Every CMO Should Read.”

On this episode, we talk with Marcus about his content strategy for LinkedIn, his self-taught marketing journey, the problem with how Universities teach marketing today and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

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(2:43) – Thoughts on Out Of Office email replies

(4:04) – LinkedIn

(6:26) – Teaching youth to be a responsible employee and worker

(9:37) – The goal of pain in life

(10:45) – The marketing industry should not require college degrees

(13:01) – Marcus on being a self-taught marketer

(16:08) – The importance of a good office culture

(20:32) – Accepting that you will not resonate with everyone

(23:31) – Wrap Up

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#52 Ryan Lofton – Friend and Entrepreneur

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 27 Aug 2021 10:30:00 +0000

I had the incredible pleasure to catch up with my friend Ryan Lofton. We recorded this one several months ago, before he was brought in as the CEO of Root & Roam Integrated Marketing Agency. We talk about old times, being fathers, the value of hard work, Ryan’s career journey spanning several industries, faith, suffering and more. Enjoy!

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(3:05) – Ryan’s background and childhood

(7:53) – Fatherhood & hard work

(11:27) – Ryan’s early career

(18:00) – Going through the ’08 crisis

To Sell is Human – Daniel Pink

(25:14) – Ryan’s experience working in Orphan care

(28:02) – Ryan’s son

(32:38) – Chariot Innovations

ChariotInnovations.com

(41:59) – Faith

Shattered Dreams by Larry Crabb

(44:57) – Suffering

(46:30) – The importance of reading, audio books and podcasts

Cant Hurt Me by David Goggins

(49:24) – The value of a dollar & a bitcoin

(52:22) – The best email Neil’s ever receieved: Ryan’s Sales Note

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BONUS: David & Kerry Kersh of HGTV’s Battle on the Beach

The Cowboy Perspective — Tue, 24 Aug 2021 17:08:00 +0000

We have an amazing bonus episode with David and Kerry Kersh, the winners of HGTV's Battle on the Beach! We talk about their experience on the show, how winning has changed their lives and business, future business plans, the white-hot real estate market and more. I am super proud of my brother and sister in law David and Kerry Kersh for their willingness to put it on the line and go for it! Enjoy!

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This episode is sponsored by Brennan Vineyards

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Let's Make it Simple - Follow David and Kerry at Kersh Design Company on Instagram

On Facebook at Kersh Design Company

See their listing at Kersh Real Estate

(2:45) - Winning HGTV’s Battle on the Beach

(6:03) - How the show was started & the experience of filming

(12:05) - What’s the attention been like since winning?

(16:47) - What’s your relationships like with the other contestants?

(18:58) - How did you get onto the show?

(21:26) - What’d you do with the winnings?

(23:57) - Shout out to the carpenters!

(24:59) - David and Kerry’s roles

(28:37) - Social Media Issues and mental health in striving to be ‘perfect’

(36:53) - What do you do outside of flipping homes?

(38:12) - The Kersh’s new store in Stephenville

Kersh & Co. Design Shop

(40:12) - Kerry’s parental influence

(42:06) - The insane current Real Estate market

(44:38) - Where to find the Kersh’s online

(48:02) - Be able to do it, but don’t have to! - The realities of running your own business

(55:11) - How many homes have you lived in over the past 10 years?

(57:52) - Wrap up

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#51 SFTHM – Who has Heard of Whole30?

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 20 Aug 2021 11:30:00 +0000

Have you heard of Whole30? We were lucky enough to sit down with the woman who founded the movement, and we’re giving you a never-before heard snippet of the conversation before we launch it on our brand new podcast September 1st!

Subscribe to the Pederson’s Natural Farms Podcast so you don’t miss out on the Whole30 month!

Spotify

Apple Podcasts

(4:42) – Melissa Urban on her first Whole30 in a sneak peek of the first episode of the Pederson’s Natural Farms Podcast!

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#50 Jake Escobar – Comanche ISD Athletic Director #rolltribe

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 13 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Jake Escobar is the Comanche ISD Athletic Director and a person I looked up to when we were in school together. He’s an incredible leader and today we discuss what it’s like building a culture around the athletic program, tough love coaching, failure, the realities of coaching and much more. Enjoy!

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(2:53) – Reminiscing about the old days & Jake’s Background

(9:54) – Tough love coaching

(13:07) – Emphasizing the ‘Student’ in Student-Athlete

7 Habits of Highly effective people

(17:58) – The importance of continuing to learn even after leaving school

(20:21) – What makes a great athletic program

(22:43) – Coach and parental impacts on the kid’s mental health & Building a Culture

(26:07) – Coach’s wives & the realities of being a coach

(28:28) – Leadership of peers

(31:04) – Without failure, there is no growth

(35:51) – What’s the biggest challenge in your profession?

(39:55) – What’s it like being a hero?

The Last Dance documentary

(45:26) – Chasing Standards

(46:11) – What’s the value of a dollar or a bitcoin?

(53:39) – Working hard every single day & being coachable

(56:55) – Wrap Up

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#49: SFTHM – Horsemanship ain’t Management!

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Our world has screwed up the idea of management, we are WAY too controlling over people in our organizations. Your people have brains of their own, you need to partner with them and work together! We also look back at my conversation with Ty and Butch Murray and how they relate Horsemanship to this topic. Enjoy!

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(7:51) – Ty & Butch Murray on Horsemanship

Link to Full episode here

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#48 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – One Degree of Separation!

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

The people closest to you in your life already hold all the knowledge that you will ever need! Are you willing to ask for it, accept it, and implement it? We also take a peek at some great insights from past episodes. Enjoy!

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(4:56) – Dove Hunting with Friends | Hiring & Elevating great talent

Link to full episode

(10:06) – Kenneth Harvick | Freedom to fail

Link to full episode

(13:16) – Cole Parks | Wealth, God, and good banking partners

Link to full episode

(15:10) – Ty Murray | Lessons in negotiation and the importance of quality food

Link to full episode

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#47: Steven Toboroff – CEO Woolco Foods

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 23 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Steven Toboroff is the CEO of Woolco Foods and host of The Profitable Table podcast. As the top wholesale food distributor in New York, Woolco Foods offers a vast array of locally sourced, high quality products for your business to choose from. Having a background encompassing specialized knowledge in food service, elevate your dishes with the exclusive Holland & York range which offers unparalleled quality and unique flavors.

On this episode, we talk about the CEO mindset that Steven brings to Woolco, our business relationship between Pederson’s and Woolco, podcasting, holding people accountable and dealing with failure. This is one of our best episodes and I hope y’all enjoy!

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Woolco Foods

The Profitable Table Podcast

(3:31) – Steven and his background & the importance of relationships w/ customers

(7:22) – The Pederson’s & Wilco relationship

(9:13) – Steven’s childhood and family life

(12:27) – What does Wilco Foods do?

(14:07) – The importance of leadership within an organization

(17:31) – Is it lonely at the top?

(20:08) – The importance of giving your people autonomy

(21:40) – Faith

(22:45) – Learning from Failures

(25:56) – How do you hold employees accountable?

How to win friends & Influence People by Dale Carnegie

(35:44) – What’s been the most challenging thing for your business post-pandemic?

(40:36) – Thoughts on the current labor shortage, opportunity and gratitude

(51:22) – What’s the value of a dollar or a BitCoin?

(54:07) – Wrap Up

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#46 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – More Truth Than Coincidence

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 16 Jul 2021 11:00:00 +0000

We all need to be somewhat skeptical of advice we receive from people trying to sell success. What might work for some folks may not work for you! And if it does work, consider putting it through the filter of “Well, is this advice truth, or just coincidence that it worked for me?”

This SFTHM we dive into the concept of More Truth, Less Coincidence. Enjoy!

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Drive by Daniel Pink

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#45: Rocker Steiner – Bareback Cowboy & Wakeboarding Phenom

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Rocker Steiner comes from a rodeo family. His grandfather, Bobby Steiner, is a world champion bull rider, and his father, Sid Steiner, won the Steer Wrestling World Champion title in 2002. But no one ever expected Rocker to get into rodeo. In fact, wake boarding was the sport he took to at a young age.

At just 3 years old, Rocker got on his first board. At age 8, he did his first flip. And the following year, he won the 10-and-under world title.

But one day, his grandfather suggested trying Rocker out on a bucking horse, and as Sid says, "it's been a project ever since."

Now at just 17, Rocker is a rising star in the bareback world. "I want to be a world champion like my grandfather and dad," he says. "I wouldn't be where I am without them. I appreciate that more than they'll ever know."

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(2:13) - Rocker’s background in Rodeo & Wakeboarding

(4:21) - Rocker’s passion for Wakeboarding

(7:17) - Rocker’s transition into Bareback riding

(10:45) - Do you have any influences in riding?

Craig at Midnight

(13:08) - Maturity, Growth & Worth Ethic

(15:33) - Rocker’s Mother & the Steiner family

(19:52) - The pressure to be successful

(24:58) - How Rocker’s Dad changed Rodeo

(27:07) - Anybody can be a Cowboy

(28:39) - Do you play guitar?

(29:21) - What’s something you’re not good at?

(31:06) - What’s your perspective on money?

(32:56) - Wrap Up & thoughts on interviewing

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#44 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – Parking Lot Insights

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Do you ever notice how people park? Ever notice how YOU park?

This week’s SFTHM is about slowing down to be conscious about things we do unconsciously everyday. Enjoy!

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#43: Johnny & Zulean Poynor

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Johnny & Zulean Poynor have lived an incredible live, I met them through church and knew that I needed to record their Cowboy and Cowgirl perspectives.

On this episode, Johnny talks about his childhood growing up in an Oil Camp, his and Zulean’s marriage and their strong family ties, maintaining their marriage and faith after losing a child, Cutting Horses, Christianity and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

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(4:07) – Johnny Poynor’s early life and career

(9:20) – Growing up in an Oil Camp

(16:01) – Johnny & Zulean’s early married life and their 3 kids

(19:08) – Johnny’s Faith Journey

(25:42) – Working in Oil Field Services

(28:28) – Johnny’s Grandfather and Father

(29:31) – Dangers around working with Hot Oil Trucks

(35:20) – Selling a business

(38:09) – the experience of outliving your children

(45:31) – Maintaining your marriage after tragedy

(48:31) – Money is not happiness

(51:23) – Raising horses & Racing Horses

(1:08:59) – Christianity & Timing

(1:14:34) – Family

(1:26:04) – Advice to Johnny & Zulean’s children and grandchildren

(1:29:27) – Wrap Up

(1:30:57) – Zulean’s Childhood and experience as a mother & wife

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#43: Johnny & Zulean Poynor – Mentors and Friends

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Johnny & Zulean Poynor have lived an incredible live, I met them through church and knew that I needed to record their Cowboy and Cowgirl perspectives.

Go Visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com to keep up with the show!

(4:07) – Johnny Poynor’s early life and career

(9:20) – Growing up in an Oil Camp

(16:01) – Johnny & Zulean’s early married life and their 3 kids

(19:08) – Johnny’s Faith Journey

(25:42) – Working in Oil Field Services

(28:28) – Johnny’s Grandfather and Father

(29:31) – Dangers around working with Hot Oil Trucks

(35:20) – Selling a business

(38:09) – the experience of outliving your children

(45:31) – Maintaining your marriage after tragedy

(48:31) – Money is not happiness

(51:23) – Raising horses & Racing Horses

(1:08:59) – Christianity & Timing

(1:14:34) – Family

(1:26:04) – Advice to Johnny & Zulean’s children and grandchildren

(1:29:27) – Wrap Up

(1:30:57) – Zulean’s Childhood and experience as a mother & wife

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#42 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – Take the Job!

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 18 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! This episode is here to serve as a reminder that it doesn’t matter where you start in a company, just start! You never know where the journey will take you as long as you’re willing to learn and work as hard as you can. We also peek at the real life example of this in the form of Pederson’s President, Cody Lane.

So, just take the job!

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(8:30) – Cody Lane on taking the job!

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#41 Eric Gutknect: Owner of Charcutnuvo Sausage

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 11 Jun 2021 10:30:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! I had the privilege to sit down with Eric Gutknecht. He’s the Owner and CEO of CharcutNuvo and is a fourth-generation sausage maker. Born in Zurich, Switzerland, Eric immigrated to the US at the age of 3. The family settled in Denver, Colorado. Eric and his wife Jessica purchased the company from his parents in 2003.

On this episode, we talk about Eric’s relationship with his parents before buying the business, his side hustle as a triathlete, how Charcutnuvo sets themselves apart with their natuaral ingredients and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

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(1:29) – Eric’s background (and how to pronounce his name!)

(5:56) – Eric’s relationship with his family

(12:34) – Eric’s passion for triathlons

(15:06) – Eric’s training regimen

(20:26) – Eric’s kids

(22:12) – Eric’s relationship with his father

(22:42) – How the sausage is made, literally!

(26:10) – The labor market in food production

(28:02) – Learning from failures

(32:29) – Why Eric is so focused on the natural ingredient aspect of his business

(36:20) – Who tried to talk you into Vegan and why didn’t you do it?

(39:16) The inspiration for the name Charcutnuvo

(41:28) – What’s the value of a dollar or bitcoin?

(48:41) – More on Charcutnuvo and their proteins

(53:01) – What advice would you give your younger self and how did you structure purchasing the business from your parents?

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#40 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – Don’t be Afraid to be a Fan Girl or a Fan

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 04 Jun 2021 10:30:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! Are you ever nervous to act excited to see someone you look up to, or make the effort to run to the front of the line to see them? Chances are, the people you think are judging you are actually wishing they had your courage. So don’t be afraid to be a fan girl or guy!!

Listen to the full episode with Tyson Durfey here

Listen to this clip from Dropping Bombs w/ Brad Lea

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#39 Rocky Zapata: Simple Rules of Leadership

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 28 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome back y’all! This is an episode we recorded during the great Texas Snowstorm. Rocky was courageous enough to fly to the studio from Miami before I was the one who got stuck in terrible weather and needed to record from home.

This was still an incredible conversation, Rocky and I dive into leadership, a great message to the Latino team at Pederson’s, faith, failure, fatherhood and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

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(3:28) – Rocky’s childhood growing up in Nicaragua and immigrating to the United States and career background

(6:38) – Leadership

(8:27) – Rocky’s message to the Latino community and Latino Pederson’s employees (In Spanish and English) and Neil’s gratitude to his team

(12:51) – Where to connect with Rocky

Instagram

Facebook

Rockyzapata.org

(13:50) – Rocky’s relationship with his mother

(17:03) – God’s role in Rocky’s life and success

(21:38) – Fatherhood

(26:18) – Advice on leading Latino workers

(32:14) – Dealing with Failure

(41:19) – The importance of networking

(45:23) – The 5 traits of a leader and analyzing selfishness & leadership

(52:15) – The value of a dollar

(55:30) – The value of reading

The Bible App

The God I never Knew by Robert Morris

Good to Great by Jim Collins

Latin America’s Struggle for Democracy

(1:00:50) – Wrap Up

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#38 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – That Ain’t Exactly Right!

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 21 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! I wanted to address the calf pulling scene from Yellowstone episode 1 because…that ain’t exactly right!

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If you’re savvy enough to navigate Amazon Prime, you’ll find the scene I’m talking about in Episode 1 of Yellowstone, at the scene in the 39:07 through 40:40 timestamp.

What real calf pulling looks like (Graphic):

www.youtube.com/watch?v=FEIkLE80yhM

www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oxjj1Ue-aXE

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#37 Tyson Durfey: Entrepreneur & World Champion Cowboy

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 14 May 2021 10:30:00 +0000

Welcome back y’all! I had the absolute pleasure of sitting down with THE Tyson Durfey, 2016 PRCA World Champion. While we don’t talk a whole lot about about rodeo, we spend a ton of time talking about what makes this guy tick. We talk about Tyson’s work in digital media, accepting our own flaws, podcasting, willingness to be wrong and a whole lot more.

This episode has too many gold nuggets to count, thanks for tuning in!

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Tyson Durfey on Facebook: www.facebook.com/tysondurfey

Tyson on Instagram: www.instagram.com/tysondurfey

The Tyson Durfey Show

(2:28) – Tyson’s background and early life

(4:42) – Tyson’s work making digital courses and how his childhood taught him the value of hard work

(10:07) – Gary Vee and the importance of “Just starting”

(12:15) – Addiction and accepting that we are all flawed

(15:00) – Tyson’s Buckle from 2011 National Finals Rodeo

(17:23) – Tony Robbins

(26:36) – The Tyson Durfey Show & Where Tyson is on social media

Let’s Buy a Business Podcast

(28:54) – Taking advantage of your time to achieve your dreams

(35:35) – Rocker Steiner

(38:29) – The definition of work

(41:01) – Be willing to be wrong

(42:26) – Tyson’s Rodeo Career

(45:45) – Imposter Syndrome & comparison

(49:55) – How Tyson manages marriage, faith, family and work

The Church of Eleven22 podcast

(58:21) – What’s the value of a dollar or a bitcoin?

(1:03:00) – Tyson’s pink shirt

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#36 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – Comparison…Bad!!!

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 07 May 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all, this week’s SFTHM dives into the topic of comparisons…and why they’re bad.

You can never be truly happy with the success in your own life if you’re constantly stacking what you’ve done next to someone who’s done it ‘better.’ We all have insecurities about ourselves, but the key is to remember that you’re giving it your best shot. We’ll listen to Kasey Mock and Lacey Haegen give their thoughts on comparison as well. Enjoy!

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(7:36) – Kasey Mock on comparisons

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(13:46) – Lacey Haegen on comparisons

Click here to listen to the full episode

Total Human Optimization with Aubrey Marcus: The Ed Mylett Show

Listen to 46:08-47:05 for a great clip on comparisons with Ed and Aubrey

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#35 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – Signals…Pullin’ on the Reins

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 30 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000

This week’s SFTHM is all about teamwork and communication. I make the analogy that reining in your horse is a lot like communication with those around you, especially in business.

To help expand on this thought, we look back at episode #20 with Butch and Ty Murray before talking about some actionable items you can use to help communicate with your own team. Enjoy!

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(2:50) – Butch & Ty Murray on reining in your horse

Click here to listen to the full episode

(6:51) – Actionable Items to take away from this episode

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#34 Lacey Haegen – Founder of Beaute Nouveau

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 23 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! I had the pleasure of talking with Lacey Haegen, the Founder of Beaute Nouveau. Lacey is also a business coach, which is how we we’re introduced to one another.

On this episode, we talk about traditional upbringings and how that’s changed with this new generation of children, Lacey’s love for mentoring others, how the ’08 financial crisis led to her founding Beaute Nouveau, failure and how people can deal with today’s crippling beauty standards. Enjoy!

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Lacey’s Business: www.beautenouveau.com

(1:50) – Lacey’s Background

(7:08) – “Traditional” upbringing and how much it’s changed with kids today

(11:28) – Learning from Cowgirls

(12:31) – What drives you to want to be a mentor?

(17:46) – Do you ever regret naming your company Beaute Nouveau?

(22:20) – Introvert personalities in business

Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain

(24:19) – Failure

(29:47) – Lacey navigating the ’08 Financial Crisis and foreclosing her home

(35:33) – Why none of us have an “original” thought

Steal Like an Artist by Austin Kleon

(37:58) – Turning weaknesses into strengths

(39:26) – What’s your biggest strength personally and for your business?

(45:16) – Dealing with today’s standards of beauty and learning to love yourself

(48:20) – Unconscious biases in our world today

IG: @beautenouveau

(52:04) – Resources for women and listeners

(55:47) – What’s the value of a dollar or Bitcoin?

(59:55) – Wrap Up

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#33 Straight From the Horse’s Mouth – The Value of a Dollar

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 16 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week’s SFTHM hits on a question I ask on almost every single episode: What’s the value of a dollar? So many of our guests have had such great insights, and we have selected two to highlight for this episode: Kasey Mock and Billy Albin. Enjoy! Visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com (2:00) – Kasey’s Perspective on the value of a dollar Listen to the full episode here Profit First – Mike Michalowicz Rich Dad Poor Dad – Robert Kiyosaki Shift – Gary Keller Millionaire Real Estate Investor – Gary Keller (8:16) – Billy Albin’s Value of a Dollar Listen to the full episode The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam

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#32 Jeff Tucker: Serial Entrepreneur with a Service Mindset

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 09 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! This episode I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jeff Tucker at Teddy’s Brewhaus. We talk about his life growing up before getting into his career as a fireman and entrepreneur. Jeff has done everything from starting a Crossfit gym to opening a brewery. We also talk about having a service mindset, dealing with failure and ‘Thinking Big’. Enjoy! Visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

(2:27) – Jeff’s Background

Teddy’s Brewhaus

(7:11) – The different businesses that Jeff has built

(12:41) – The Crossfit world

(15:17) – Dealing with Failure

(18:29) – The story of Teddy’s Brewhaus

(21:39) – Branding as a skill

(26:44) – How to Decompress

(30:24) – The importance of knowing history

The River of Doubt: Teddy Roosevelt’s Darkest Journey by Candice Millard

(35:38) – Thinking “Big” and getting into this headspace

(39:01) – Bitcoin

(41:11) – Having a Service-Mindset

(48:55) – Jeff’s childhood experience watching a house-fire and almost losing his father

(54:47) – “We” instead of “I”

(57:35) – Wrap Up

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#31 – Straight From the Horse’s Mouth: Release the Frustration

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 02 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0000

The second installment in our Horse’s Mouth series sits us down with my father, Harry, for a short discussion on dealing with anger and frustration. Enjoy! Read: When we Feel Frustrated Dropping Bombs Podcast: Jesse Itzler Visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

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#30 – Stacie McDavid – Cowgirl Hall of Famer

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! On this episode I had the opportunity to dive deeper into the Cowgirl perspective with Stacie McDavid. We talk about her dealing with her mother passing at the age of 10, her passion for fitness, the importance of coaching, and the impact of social media on children. We also talk about God, Faith, advice for women in business, and of course: The Cowgirl experience! Enjoy.

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(2:11) – Growing up in 2 worlds

(3:45) – Stacie learning about her Lebanese heritage

(7:12) – Has there been a fear of discrimination for being a Lebanese woman in your life?

(8:59) – Stacie’s younger years and her mother passing at 10

(11:57) – The importance of coaches

(11:55) – The importance of coaches

(12:50) – Stacie’s early career in fitness

(20:53) – The Cowgirl experience

(29:11) – Social Media & the impact on kids

Untamed – Glennon Doyle

(34:09) – Raising a daughter

Silver Spoon Kids – Eileen Gallo

(38:44) – The experience of riding a cutting horse

(43:10) – Making career changes

(46:45) – Faith

(48:49) – Times ‘away’ from God

(51:24) – What’s the value of a dollar?

(55:16) – McDavid Investments

(57:02) – Wrap up

Saving Hope

Tarrant Area Food Bank

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#29 – Straight From the Horse’s Mouth: Networking is Key

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 19 Mar 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome to the first installment of Straight from the Horse’s Mouth! These will be short episodes with clips from previous episodes of the podcast that focus on an important lesson. This first episode will be about Networking, enjoy! Visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

(7:40) – Networking w/ Jason Beyer

Link to full episode

(9:06) – Networking w/ Randy Bernard

Link to full episode

(9:43) – Networking w/ Kasey Mock

Link to full episode

Let’s Buy a Business w/ Shaylan Hurley

Dropping Bombs with Brad Lea w/ Jesse Itzler

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#28 – Kasey Mock Part 2 : Director of Land Division at Keller Williams Realty International and Mock Ranches Grou‪p‬

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to part 2 of our conversation with Kasey Mock, Y’all! As the director of the KW Land Division at Keller Williams Realty International (KWRI) and the owner of Mock Ranches, Kasey Mock is a man on the move. Kasey has dedicated his entire professional career to building businesses that matter to landowners and outdoor enthusiast.

On this episode, we wrap up talking about people being the driver of how good your business it, The Bible, the cowboy mindset and success. We also talk about getting started in Real Estate, Kasey’s new podcast, and recommend a ton of great books. Enjoy!

Visit: www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

(1:14) – Your business is only as good as the people within it

Mockranches.com

Matthew 25:14-30

(6:00) – Thoughts on our relationship with God & The Bible

(9:16) – Why do we pursue success?

C12 Business Christian network

(12:49) – We get to pick our own Prophets

(13:57) – The value of the Cowboy Mindset

Can’t Hurt me – David Goggins

Extreme Ownership – Jocko Willink

(24:09) – Reading

Atlas Shrugged – Ayn Rand

(28:50) – The Value of a Dollar

Rich Dad Poor Dad – Robert Kiyosaki

Shift – Gary Keller

The Millionaire Real Estate Investor – Gary Keller

Profit First – Michael Michalowicz

(38:09 ) – More on Land Broker Insider Podcast

(40:20) – Advice on getting into real estate

The Millionaire Real Estate Agent – Gary Keller

Bigger Pockets Podcast

Email: Info@mockranches.com

IG – KaseyMockOutside

IG – MockRanches

FB – MockRanches

LI – MockRanches

(44:32) – The boredom of business

(48:41) – Gary Keller & Tim Hile

(52:34) – Wrap Up

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#28 – Kasey Mock Part 2 : Director of Land Division at Keller Williams Realty International and Mock Ranches Grou‪p‬

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Visit: www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

(1:14) – Your business is only as good as the people within it

Mockranches.com

Matthew 25:14-30

(6:00) – Thoughts on our relationship with God & The Bible

(9:16) – Why do we pursue success?

C12 Business Christian network

(12:49) – We get to pick our own Prophets

(13:57) – The value of the Cowboy Mindset

Can’t Hurt me – David Goggins

Extreme Ownership – Jocko Willink

(24:09) – Reading

Atlas Shrugged – Ayn Rand

(28:50) – The Value of a Dollar

Rich Dad Poor Dad – Robert Kiyosaki

Shift – Gary Keller

The Millionaire Real Estate Investor – Gary Keller

Profit First – Michael Michalowicz

(38:09 ) – More on Land Broker Insider Podcast

(40:20) – Advice on getting into real estate

The Millionaire Real Estate Agent – Gary Keller

Bigger Pockets Podcast

Email: Info@mockranches.com

IG – KaseyMockOutside

IG – MockRanches

FB – MockRanches

LI – MockRanches

(44:32) – The boredom of business

(48:41) – Gary Keller & Tim Hile

(52:34) – Wrap Up

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam

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#27 – Kasey Mock: Director of Land Division at Keller Williams Realty International and Mock Ranches Group

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 26 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! As the director of the KW Land Division at Keller Williams Realty International (KWRI) and the owner of Mock Ranches, Kasey Mock is a man on the move. Kasey has dedicated his entire professional career to building businesses that matter to landowners and outdoor enthusiast.

On part 1 of our conversation, we learn more about Kasey’s background growing up in Kyle, Texas, where he’s been busting his tail working since he was 9 years old in the cotton fields and as a farm hand. We also talk about being competitive, not comparing yourself to others, setting goals and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

To learn more, visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

(3:06) – Kasey’s Background and his story growing up

(4:30) – Kyle, Texas & Aggies

(8:36) – Where does your competitive nature come from?

Land Broker Mastermind Facebook Group

(15:02) – Disruption eliminating industries

Business Wars Podcast – BlockBuster & Netflix

(17:13) – ‘Better’ Doesn’t always Win

(21:08) – Kasey’s Podcast Re-launch

Land Broker Insider Podcast

The One Thing by Gary Keller

(30:57) – Comparing yourself to others

(35:42) – Setting Goals

KW Maps Coaching

(42:09) – Not Everything Matters Equally

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#26 – Jason Beyer with special guest Christie Beyer

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! I got to record one of my favorite episodes on my 43rd birthday! My guest is Jason Beyer who is an entrepreneur, auctioneer, and friend! We also get some great Cowgirl Perspective from special guest Christie…his wife!

In our conversation, we talk about Jason’s upbringing and how he learned to be an auctioneer riding along the highway with his dad. Jason hits hard on the importance of having a great network to rely on in life. We also talk about the struggles of building a successful business, learning from failure, getting through personal tragedies and a whole lot more. Enjoy!

Visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com to learn more!

(3:04) – Give us an idea of who Jason Beyer is? Who you are, where you come from and what you do.

(5:31) – Where does your tenacious, go-getter attitude come from?

(8:22) – Jason’s childhood living on a dairy farm

(10:50) – How did you learn how to be an auctioneer?

(12:37) – Using the SMA to build your network and why having a network is important

The Southwest Meat Association + Conference

(17:02) – The value of an honest conversation, Building Jason’s meat packing plant and the relationship to Pederson’s

(20:35) – The story of coming up with the name of Jason’s meat packing business (ABF)

(22:20) – The struggle of building a successful business

(23:48) – Getting invested in a hotel right as Covid hit

The Barfield Hotel

(27:00) – Buying Kennedys Sausage in 2010

Kennedys Sausage

(32:36) – Learning when you fail

(36:32) – Getting through personal tragedies

(45:41) – What’s your mindset when you face an obstacle in business?

(47:53) – Jason’s relationship with D.L.

Book – Rocket Fuel

Book – Atlas Shrugged

(52:16) – What’s your philosophy on the value of a dollar or a Bitcoin?

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#25 – Randy Bernard: Co-Manager for Garth Brooks

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 22 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! On this episode I had the incredible pleasure of talking to Randy Bernard. Randy is the former CEO of PBR (Professional Bull Riders) and IndyCar and is currently the co-manager for THE Garth Brooks. In our conversation, Randy discusses the beginning stages of his career in building the PRCA and PBR, the importance of having a great network, his PHD philosophy, and a ton of stories from his life. We also talk about his good buddy Garth and just what a great man he is with helping songwriters and making his fans feel special. Enjoy! Please visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com Follow Randy on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/RandywBernard

(1:57) – How Randy started his career growing PRCA

(2:52) – The importance of building your network

(3:48) – Taking on the challenge to take Rodeo to the next level

(12:14) – The combination of passion, work ethic and sense of focus to make the PBR successful

(16:58) – Ty, Cody & Randy’s relationship

(20:27) – The importance of Experience & leaving with the ‘Wow’ Factor

(22:00) Randy’s Philosophy (Passion, Hunger, Drive)

Success is a Choice – Rick Pitino

Lead to Succeed – Rick Pitino

(26:23) – The Indy Car Controversy & Selling the PBR

(32:25) – Becoming friends with Garth Brooks & working as his manager

(36:47) – Garth’s work on helping song writers & the streaming world

(43:42) – How do you continue to grow personally & professionally?

Sponsors of The Cowboy Perspective

Pederson’s Natural Farms

The Simple Grocer

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#24 – Cole Parks – Owner of Southwestern Advisory Group

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 08 Jan 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! On this episode, join me as I ride around the countryside with my old friend Cole Parks. Cole is the Owner of Southwestern Advisory Group. We discuss, choosing to be happy in life, the Kolbe personality test that we brought up in the South Texas Dove Hunt episode, what regular people get wrong in their personal investments and more.

We also turn the tables and Cole asks me some hard hitting questions about what it takes to earn your cowboy hat, where I find my entrepreneurial mindset, failure, and we wrap up talking about Gold & Silver and some crypto talk. Enjoy!

Please visit www.TheCowboyPerspective.com

(1:57) – Cole’s background and his career

(3:53) – The Kolbe Personality Test & how it plays into Cole’s business

The Kolbe Personality Test

Cole’s Kolbe score: 7733

(8:54) – What do you see regular people doing wrong with their basic personal investing?

(11:48) – When do you have to stop giving someone free advice?

Quote – I would not give a fig for simplicity on the nearside of complexity, but I would give my life for simplicity on the far side of complexity.

(18:24) – If Neil didn’t have a podcast, what would he do in his spare time?

(20:33) – Does money make people happy?

(24:33) – God’s plan for wealth

(26:44) – Central Texas Farm Credit

(29:16) – Why you should start a podcast

(32:35) – “Everyone is better than me” mindset

(34:10) – Neil Interviews a stranger

(37:11) – Making nice people famous

(39:55) – Cole’s passion for sport shooting clay

(43:49) – Cole’s wife working in his business and their dynamic

Kolbe compatibility test

The Marketing Book Podcast

(53:10) – The Blessing of Life

(54:28) – Is there a chance that ‘Happiness is a choice’ is easier said than done with today’s racial polarization?

(1:03:15) – Being able to disagree and still be friends

(1:06:34) – Women playing in College Football and having daugthers

(1:11:39) – Making The Cowboy Perspective the best it can be

Cole takes over!

(1:13:34) – What’s the one question that no one has asked you (Neil) that you want to talk about?

(1:19:26) – What does it take to earn a cowboy hat? What makes someone a cowboy?

(1:22:47) – Where does your entrepreneurial drive come from?

(1:26:04) – It’s okay to Fail

(1:31:10) – The Wrap Up, Cole’s perspective on Gold & Silver, Cryptocurrency

Sponsors of The Cowboy Perspective

Pederson’s Natural Farms

Newtonscellar.com

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts & Root and Roam Creative Studio

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#23 – Frank Volleman – CEO of Volleman’s Dairy

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 27 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! On this episode, I sit down with Frank Volleman, the CEO of Volleman’s Dairy. We talk about Frank’s journey immigrating to Texas from Luxembourg, his process of starting a dairy plant, building a succession plan as his sons take on more and more of the business, Frank’s dedication to the community and so much more. Enjoy and subscribe! Check out Volleman’s Dairy: Website YouTube Stuff Mentioned Wildcat Dairy – Facebook TEPAP Kolbe Test Sundance Dairy Rabo Agrifinance The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts

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#22 – The South Texas Dove Hunt

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 30 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! This is a special-edition of The Cowboy Perspective, we took a trip with some old friends down south to hunt some Dove, and got some great content recorded between glasses of whiskey, gambling and of course, hunting. Enjoy & subscribe for more!

(1:41) – Part 1: Introductions

(17:00) – Part 2: Hiring & elevating great talent

(37:50) – Part 3: Rapid Fire questions & the big question: Would you give up The First Amendment or The Second Amendment?

(53:48) – Part 4: Wrap up, podcasting and trip reflection with Producer Johnny

Stuff Mentioned:

The Kolbe Process: https://www.kolbe.com/for-business/hiring/

OMS Process: http://2oms.com/start/

Dropping Bombs with The Real Brad Lea: https://www.droppingbombs.com/top-entrepreneurial-podcasts/robert-kiyosaki/

Connect with our Guests

Cole Parks: https://www.southwesternadvisorygroup.com/about-us/

Brett Wilson: https://www.bayerautogroup.com/about-us/staff/

Lee Gore: https://www.chr-hansen.com/en/animal-health

Andy Moore: https://www.chr-hansen.com/en/animal-health

Tanner Spears: https://porterins.com/

Justin Holland: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Chiropractor/Holland-Chiropractic-Clinic-210136588218/

Kyle Crouch: https://www.facebook.com/signaturehuntco/

Johnny Peterson: https://straightuppodcasts.webflow.io/

The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Johnny Peterson & Straight Up Podcasts

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#21 – Anne-Marie Roerink – Principal & Founder of 210 Analytics

The Cowboy Perspective — Thu, 15 Oct 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! This episode I sat down with Anne-Marie Roerink, the Founder at 201 Analytics. We talk about how much data matters in something as niche as picking out your own cut of meat at the grocery store, life in Holland, how her country responded to COVID, some basic lessons in Dutch, the harsh reality of being an entrepreneur, and the bizarre overlap between data in the meat industry and the candy industry. Enjoy! Connect with Anne-Marie LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-marie-roerink-58a5341/ Anne-Marie’s About Page: https://www.210analytics.com/leadership.html The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts

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#20 – Cowboy Mentors – Butch & Ty Murray

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! This episode you get 2 for the price of 1. This installment of The Cowboy Mentor series brings us in front of Butch & Ty Murray. These two are renowned horse trainers and we talk about the father-son relationship when it comes to success, the problem with the current state of horsemanship, what riders and owners can do to change the status quo, horse stories & more! Enjoy. Ty’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/TyMurrayOfficial Subscribe to The Cowboy Perspective, hosted by Neil Dudley and produced by Straight Up Podcasts

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#19 – Cowboy Mentors – John Dudley of Dudley Brothers Ranch

The Cowboy Perspective — Tue, 15 Sep 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Hey Y’all! This episode I continue The Cowboy Mentor Series with my cousin John of Dudley Brothers Ranch. We talk about the perspective of running a true family business, John’s desire to be front and center in all aspects of life, never saying no to an opportunity, having a strong support system with family, the most important lessons learned of operating in a partnership & being resilient through hard times in the lens of something tragic like losing a child. Enjoy!

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“Damn the torpedoes, full speed ahead”

Books & Webites Mentioned

Dudley Brothers Ranch: https://dudleybros.com/

Big Wonderful Thing by Steve Harrigan: https://www.amazon.com/Big-Wonderful-Thing-History-Texas/dp/0292759517

The Mansions and the Shanties by Gilberto Freyre: https://www.amazon.com/Mansions-Shanties-Gilberto-FREYRE/dp/B000MXLTMS

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#18 – Cowboy Mentors – Gerald Burns Part 2

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 28 Aug 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! This episode picks up where we left off with Gerald Burns, and we talk shoeing horses, lessons learned from our fathers and some Billy Albin stories. We round it off with our favorite books, how we view money & the power of friendship. Enjoy! Subscribe to The Cowboy Perspective, hosted by Neil Dudley and produced by Straight Up Podcasts Original Poem by Gerald Burns I had a good friend a straight shooter he was There was none more righteous, with cow or a horse A Cowboy by trade and not just in name He could handle a tough bronc, as bad as they come We cowboyed a lot, this friend and me Back when we was young, this cowboy and me We worked lots of calves in the spring of the year We rode some young horses when slack times appeared We gathered lots of stock, for ole Sam and Joe We didn’t always like it, as Juicey would know Pride was a factor, we could look at a cow And tell what she’s thinking, most didn’t know how Born with it I guess, this Cowboy and me. An eye for a horse, a yearn to be free He’s still ridin’ those broncs, though he cheats them some now, And there’s still none better, at ropin’ wild cows We don’t cowboy together, much any more, My work’s changed some, a new set of chores, Oh I still look at cattle, my eye’s not grown dim, But I miss all the good times, I spent with him Long hours of work, when the wives thought we’d left But we was just workin cattle, in spite of ourself I hope he thinks of me, when he sees a good hand, Who’ll be in the right spot, without sign or command I hope he can feel, when he makes a good ride And Remember that young cowboy, who worked by his side We were a good team, we fit good together And I’ve never found work, that I liked any better I could go on for hours, with lots of wild tales, About horses we’d rode, or cows we had trailed Maybe that’ll come later, when time can afford, It’d be some good readin, but I’ve got a chore We never talked much, about things that mattered, There never was need, when cows we was gatherin, But before I lose thought, or one of us leaves, There’s things you should know, between you and me A better friend I’ll never find, a kindred soul, of the same mind We should still be workin, on an outfit somewhere, Runnin it of course, for some rich millionaire I never have told you, what a good friend you’ve been I couldn’t feel closer, even if we was kin I hope you don’t think, I quit cowboyin by choice If I could make wages, I’d be ridin a horse Maybe we’ll get old, and have time to talk, Sit and Remember, all the places we’ve walked This may not be “Punchy”, this letter of Rhyme But it’s helped me to say it, now that I’ve took the time Gerald Jan/18/1995

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#17 – Cowboy Mentors – Gerald Burns

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 31 Jul 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Hey Y’all! We’re back with our Cowboy Mentor episodes, this time around I talk with Gerald Burns. Gerald is a true cowboy, and one of the men I remember as someone I looked up to. This is the first of a 2-part conversation where we dive into Gerald’s life working as a cowboy, part-time preacher, part-time banker and full-time girl-dad. Enjoy! Subscribe to The Cowboy Perspective, hosted by Neil Dudley and produced by Straight Up Podcasts Original Poem by Gerald Burns I had a good friend a straight shooter he was There was none more righteous, with cow or a horse A Cowboy by trade and not just in name He could handle a tough bronc, as bad as they come We cowboyed a lot, this friend and me Back when we was young, this cowboy and me We worked lots of calves in the spring of the year We rode some young horses when slack times appeared We gathered lots of stock, for ole Sam and Joe We didn’t always like it, as Juicey would know Pride was a factor, we could look at a cow And tell what she’s thinking, most didn’t know how Born with it I guess, this Cowboy and me. An eye for a horse, a yearn to be free He’s still ridin’ those broncs, though he cheats them some now, And there’s still none better, at ropin’ wild cows We don’t cowboy together, much any more, My work’s changed some, a new set of chores, Oh I still look at cattle, my eye’s not grown dim, But I miss all the good times, I spent with him Long hours of work, when the wives thought we’d left But we was just workin cattle, in spite of ourself I hope he thinks of me, when he sees a good hand, Who’ll be in the right spot, without sign or command I hope he can feel, when he makes a good ride And Remember that young cowboy, who worked by his side We were a good team, we fit good together And I’ve never found work, that I liked any better I could go on for hours, with lots of wild tales, About horses we’d rode, or cows we had trailed Maybe that’ll come later, when time can afford, It’d be some good readin, but I’ve got a chore We never talked much, about things that mattered, There never was need, when cows we was gatherin, But before I lose thought, or one of us leaves, There’s things you should know, between you and me A better friend I’ll never find, a kindred soul, of the same mind We should still be workin, on an outfit somewhere, Runnin it of course, for some rich millionaire I never have told you, what a good friend you’ve been I couldn’t feel closer, even if we was kin I hope you don’t think, I quit cowboyin by choice If I could make wages, I’d be ridin a horse Maybe we’ll get old, and have time to talk, Sit and Remember, all the places we’ve walked This may not be “Punchy”, this letter of Rhyme But it’s helped me to say it, now that I’ve took the time Gerald Jan/18/1995

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#16 – Cowboy Mentors – Cody Lane – President of Pederson’s Natural Farms

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 15 Jul 2020 12:30:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all, this episode I sat down with one of my closest friends going all the way back to my childhood: Cody Lane. Cody is the president of Pederson’s Natural Farms and is a key reason I fell in love with working there. We talk about Cody’s journey to Pederson’s, failures and why it’s so important to learn from them, the beyond meat phenomenon, where the industry is headed and more. Enjoy! Learn More about Pederson’s https://pedersonsfarms.com/

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#15 – Cowboy Mentors – Billy Albin

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y'all, this installment of the Cowboy Mentor series features an old friend of mine: Billy Albin.

Billy is an extremely private person so getting him on the podcast was huge for me and the show. Billy is an old-school pure blooded cowboy, one of the last in our world. We talk about working long cattle drives together, the way real cowboys drink coffee, Billy's Rawhide braiding business and then we swap stories about life in the world of a cowboy as well as the importance of doing what you love. Enjoy!

(2:30) – Billy’s background

(3:30) – How did Billy’s dad come across Royal King?

(4:20) – Why Billy isn’t as interested in breeding/raising horses

(5:10) – Who Billy looked up to when he was a kid

(6:30) – What did Billy eat for breakfast? Bacon?

(7:30) – Why Billy allowed Neil, a greenhorn, on the crew – a lot of cowboys couldn’t stand the work

(10:35) – If you’re going to be a cowboy, you have to drink some coffee, and you have to drink it hot and black – the etiquette of being a cowboy

(15:20) – You can do a lot in life if you just pay attention a little bit

(17:00) – How Billy got into Rawhide braiding

(18:28) – What makes Billy proud of his Rawhide braiding – there’s always something to improve

(20:40) – Pricing for working cowboys – Billy would rather see his work used

(21:38) – Rawhiding, not a lost art

(23:00) – How Billy wants to improve his braiding skills

(28:00) – Billy’s thoughts on humility – cowboys don’t brag

(29:35) – Buster had a way with horses unlike anyone else

(33:00) – Billy wasn’t around real cowboys until after college and his time working with Gerald Burns

(34:50) – A good cowboy is going to set it up where it’ll work

(35:25) – Billy prefers to work by himself

(37:20) – Billy and Gerald didn’t have to do much talking to make plans – most cowboys don’t want too may instructions

(41:00) – College, the rodeo arena, and ribbon roping

(42:22) – How Billy meet Gerald

(44:32) – Billy was 40 years old the first time he saw a calf dragged to the fire

(45:45) – Blessed with a supportive family and Mrs. Albin, Neil’s teacher

(47:28) – Billy doesn’t always ride the gentlest horses

(50:12) – The old timer cowboys

(53:09) – Neil’s Grandpa Eltis and horses

(54:15) – Value of a dollar

(55:19) – Billy and books

(57:05) – Did Billy ever do a long trail drive?

(57:38) – Wrap up

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#14 – Matt Maier – Owner Thousand Hills Lifetime Grazed 100% Grass Fed Beef

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 13 May 2020 16:00:00 +0000

Howdy Y’all! I had the immense pleasure of sitting down (virtually of course) with Matt Maier from Thousand Hills Lifetime Grazed 100% Grass Fed Beef! We discuss Matt’s journey of founding this business, his passion for regenerative agriculture, How the combination of soil and livestock have a huge impact on the health of his lands as well as the power a consumer has if they simply voice their opinion. Enjoy! Important stuff mentioned on the Pod: American Grass Fed Association Thousand Hills Lifetime Fed Allan Savory TED Talk Biggest Little Farm Documentary Regenerative Renegades Documentary Farmer’s Footprint Zach Bush Gabe Brown Regenerative Agriculture Podcast The Marketing Book Podcast The Cowboy Perspective is produced by Straight Up Podcasts

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#13 – The Cowboy Quarantine – Mrs. Stacy Dudley

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 11:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y'all, this episode we take you into the Dudley Household Quarantine with arguably my favorite guest yet, my wonderful & talented wife, Stacy.

Stacy has had an incredible journey and career, from her first job testing bacteria in milk for her family's dairy, pitching songs on Music Row in Nashville for the legendary Don Light, Tour management for Horse trainer Clinton Anderson and her eventual work with Pederson's Natural Farm's. We also talk about how Napster and Limewire set the stage for the changing of the music industry, the coronavirus quarantine, how we met, and finally our kiddos jumped on the mic to talk about how the quarantine has been for them. Enjoy!

Important Stuff:

The Marketing Book Podcast

Quiet by Susan Cain

Melissa Hartwig Whole30

Headless CMS

Thank you to our Sponsors!

(2:50) – Neil reads his wedding vows

(4:35) – Mrs. Stacy Dudley, no need to prepare for the conversation

(5:40) – The quarantine: easy for Stacy, not so easy for Neil

(8:10) – The value of introverts

(9:08) – Stacy’s career, working in the music industry

(14:08) – Napster and LimeWire led to a new way to generate revenue

(17:30) – Finding her cowboy, moving to Texas, working for Clinton Anderson, and that one time Neil bought Stacy a horse

(20:55) – Learning a little during each step of the career path – one at a time

(22:00) – Working at Peterson’s and consumer behavior

(25:40) – The 2020s and new ways of engaging

(27:30) – What the perfect thing is – can Stacy pinpoint it?

(29:44) – Building a business without a lot of venture capital or big money and the importance of differentiation and listening to consumers

(34:12) – Appreciating others’ successes

(35:14) – A cowboy walks into a bar… neil@healthypork.com

(36:15) – The dream job from a marketing perspective – openness to experimenting

(38:24) – Current interests and excitement in marketing; WordPress, Headless CMS, and how people consume information

(42:05) – How to learn more about user experience and Root and Roam Creative Studio

(45:10) – How much does Peterson’s focus or lean on competition?

(49:05) – A lesson: If you have something special, pour the resources into it

(51:35) – Coronavirus, shifting the way things are done, and a boom in business

(53:40) – Stacy’s thoughts on the Coronavirus

(55:00) – The kids share their thoughts on the coronavirus

(58:40) – Wrap up

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#12 – Cowboy Mentors – Kenneth Harvick and Pure Milk

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 28 Feb 2020 17:00:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! In our second installment of the Cowboy Mentor series, we sit down with Kenneth and Vickie Harvick (The best In-Law’s a young Cowboy could hope for). Kenneth talks about his career building his own milk brand, dealing with its failure, and how they were able to turn on a dime and still make it successful. Don’t be afraid to rely on another horse when your strongest breaks his leg. Enjoy!

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#11 – Cowboy Mentors – Harry Dudley: Cups of Love Theory

The Cowboy Perspective — Wed, 05 Feb 2020 22:16:00 +0000

Welcome back Y’all! This episode we sit down with two very special people in my life: Rhonda and Harry Dudley (aka Mom & Dad) to talk about Harry’s “Cups of Love” theory. The Cups of Love theory has been a major part of my family’s lives and we hope you’re able to think about it…even if just for a bit. Enjoy! This is the first of many podcasts we’re dubbing “The Cowboy Mentor Series” where we sit down with influential people in my life to share some lessons learned.

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#10 – Jeff Martin’s Cowboy Perspective

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 27 Dec 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Hey ya’ll welcome to the tenth episode of the Cowboy Perspective! In this episode I get to talk to Jeff Martin former Executive VP of Marketing and Merchandising for Ahold USA. Aside from being a decorated business professional Jeff has great perspective and an inate ability to share that perspective in a way that is easy to digest and put into your knowledge base!

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# 9 – BRANDS of The Simple Grocer – Angela Mavridis CEO Tribali

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 29 Nov 2019 17:00:00 +0000

Hey everybody this is the third installment of our series called – Brands of The Simple Grocer – where we dig deep into the stories, products, and humans behind the brands you can find when shopping The Simple Grocer

Quick thanks to Lynna with The Simple Grocer and Taylor with Root and Roam Creative Studio…without them I am pretty sure this series would have never made it from idea to podcast and much more!

In this episode I get to talk with Angela Mavridis and John Bicos from Tribali Foods!

Show note links:

Brand Builders Podcast

Taste Radio Podcast

I hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed having the conversation!

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#8 – BRANDS of The Simple Grocer – Paul Greive and Dan Coady with Pasturebird

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 25 Oct 2019 18:56:00 +0000

Hey everybody this is the second installment of our series called – Brands of The Simple Grocer – where we dig deep into the stories, products, and humans behind the brands you can find when shopping The Simple Grocer Quick thanks to Lynna with The Simple Grocer and Taylor with Root and Roam Creative Studio…without them I am pretty sure this series would have never made it from idea to podcast and much more! In this episode I get to talk with Paul Grieve and Dan Coady of Pasturebird…Paul has a great quote in the episode that basically says…Pasturebird chicken checks all the boxes consumers are looking for today like no antibiotics, pasture raised, humanely treated, etc…but truth is not to many years ago grandma would have just called it chicken! I hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed having the conversation! Pasturebird The Paul with Pasturebird Bundle on The Simple Grocer Book references NIV Study Bible Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins

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#7 – BRANDS of The Simple Grocer – Meredith Cochran CEO of The OSSO GOOD, Co

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 18:40:00 +0000

Hey everybody this is the first installment of a series called – Brands of The Simple Grocer – where we dig deep into the stories, products, and humans behind the brands you can find when shopping The Simple Grocer

Quick thanks to Lynna with The Simple Grocer and Taylor with Root and Roam Creative Studio…without them I am pretty sure this series would have never made it from idea to podcast and much more!

In this episode I get to talk with Meredith Cochran the CEO of The OSSO GOOD, Co. She is so educated and passionate…it certainly shows in her business!

I hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed having the conversation!

Grit by Angela Duckworth

The OSSO GOOD, Co.

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#6 – Matt Magee’s Cowboy Perspective and our Healthy Conversation

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 30 Aug 2019 16:00:00 +0000

Hey ya’ll welcome to the sixth episode of the Cowboy Perspective! In this episode I get to talk with Matt Magee the host of Healthy Conversations podcast. Matt was nice enough to have me on his podcast as a guest to talk all things Bacon Bash Texas!

Links to and lists of information discussed or mentioned throughout this podcast….

Bacon Bash Texas

Books mentioned

The Whole 30 by Melissa Hatwig Urban and Dallas Hartwig

Ego Is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday

The Stand by Stephen King

Where Does it Hurt by Jonathan Bush and Stephen Baker

Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg PhD

Blink: The Power of Thinking without Thinking by Malcolm Gladwell

Podcasts Referenced – The Tim Ferris Show (Eric Schmidt – Lessons from a Trillion – Dollar Coach), The GaryVee Audio Experience, The Kevin Rose Show, Cocaine and Rhinestones, Armchair Expert

Matt Magee – Healthy Conversations

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#5 – Cowboy Chef Newton’s Cowboy Perspective

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 26 Jul 2019 16:00:00 +0000

Time to talk MasterChef and Cowboy Cooking here on the 5th episode of The Cowboy Perspective! In this episode I get to talk to Cowboy Chef Mike Newton along with special guest Melanie Newton. Newton as he was call on the hit TV show MasterChef walks us through his journey and some behind the scenes insights. Mike likes to talk about his second chance at life and what that means to him and giving back! I hope you find value in our discussion!

Books mentioned

Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat: Mastering the Elements of Good Cooking by Samin Norsrat

For more info on Cowboy Chef Newton visit Cowboy Chef Newton’s Website

We also talk about Bacon Bash Texas I highly recommend you come checkout this event if at all possible!

Other Chef’s mentioned: Dean Fearing, Stephan Pyles, Kevin Rathbun, Kent Rathbun, and Joe Snaufer

(5:38) In your own words, tell everybody a little bit about yourself.

(7:55) Explain what front of house means?

(11:25) Describes own growing up with cowboy aspirations; family cooking role models – younger kids don’t see as much of it today, is that important?

(14:33) The difference of accessing information on cooking; modern technologies.

(16:15) Life before Masterchef vs. life after Masterchef; talk to us about recognition.

(18:39) The word ‘chef’ and what that implies.

(19:37) A lot of esteem and revery based on the word ‘chef’ and how that relates to being on a ranch.

(24:00) Did you die?

(24:20) Discussion about insurance.

(33:52) You’re not allowed to leak any of this, right.

(37:43) Commentary on the attention and opportunity that can come from something small; people that take advantage of that.

(39:30) A large base of knowledge is important in succeeding in the competition.

(42:00) The misconception of how difficult it is to be on televised shows; distance from family and outside community; keeping faith and family at the forefront can stop problems of fame.

(45:54) What is the value of a dollar or a Bitcoin?

(48:00) Discussion of the Great Depression and how it affected different businesses; analyzing what a bad economy is; change is only change/reality.

(51:25) Value of conversation around hard experiences; difficulty to learn until you’re in the situation.

(52:00) How listening to books has been life-changing having not read throughout life; book: Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat.

(53:20) What’s the best way for someone to get some food from Mike Newton?

(54:27) Explanation of Mike’s position as a table judge and his charitable work.

(55:22) Self-protection in a successful business; joy of eating together and the bonding memories.

(57:18) Comfortable, fond memories (nostalgic barber shop anecdote).

(1:00:40) Being a piece of God’s puzzle (re. Trump, actors and actresses); tattoos, particularly the verse on Mike’s arm; tell us a bit about your faith and how that plays in your life?

(1:03:23) ‘Good’ kids getting themselves into trouble despite parental protection; put faith in God’s hands.

(1:07:27) Describes own tattoos; artistic and tattooed people can be found in the smoking area or back of house; tattoos as art.

(1:09:25) Tattoos as a social thing; difference between different people’s views.

(1:10:00) Anecdote about cooking bacon in LA and the transparency of company values and integrity.

(1:12:13) Culinary arts becoming more popular with the young population.

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#4 – Luke Abbott’s Cowboy Perspective

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 28 Jun 2019 16:00:00 +0000

Hey ya’ll welcome to the fourth episode of the Cowboy Perspective! In this episode I get to talk with Luke Abbott former owner/CEO of Monterrey Provisions Company, a food distributor that grew 800% over a 9 year period under his direction. Luke has a perspective I truly value and trust…as you will see we do find ourselves on the topic of parenting quit a bit…so if you are raising kids and ever think what the heck should I do…please know your not alone! I am excited to share our discussion with you!

Links to and lists of information discussed or mentioned throughout this podcast….

Books mentioned

The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

Preparing for Adolescence by Dr. James Dobson

Can’t Hurt Me by David Goggins

Quiet The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking by Susan Cain

Trillion Dollar Coach by Eric Schmidt, Jonathan Rosenberg, and Alan Eagle

Biographies mentioned – Winston Churchill, Ulysses S. Grant

Podcasts Referenced – The Tim Ferris Show (Eric Schmidt – Lessons from a Trillion – Dollar Coach), The GaryVee Audio Experience

Luke Abbott – Vdriven

(1:25) Introduction to Luke Abbott.

(3:54) Tell us who you are, or what you have done, or something that you’re really into right now.

(5:07) Potential suffering of family relationships when a career begins to take off.

(6:19) Growing up in the world of cowboys and the pros and cons of such a childhood; understanding the struggle of maintaining family connections; social media having an effect on relationships.

(7:52) Let’s talk a little about your favorite book and how that might parallel to leading a team, and that distraction being a major failure as a leader.

(14:12) How big did your first team get?

(14:59) Bonding with an executive team; building a team; learning how to realize that it isn’t always your idea that is executed.

(16:17) Confidence in suggestions and leadership.

(17:32) Reading vs listening literature and influence on daily life.

(19:44) Book: It Can’t Hurt Me – David Goggins; influences of books on lifestyle and opinions; acknowledge differences and try to understand social issues.

(22:41) Cultural problem of idolizing what the high-powered people do; discussion of press; being yourself; anecdote of childhood teachings.

(25:16) Training in comparison to learning.

(27:50) What do you feel you gained from the retail side?

(34:00) Promoting Vdriven (Luke Abbott)

(34:58) Let’s discuss Monterrey Provisions a little bit and then also Vdriven.

(35:35) Anecdote regarding wife; if you want something, go and do it.

(37:27) Discussing the importance of positive imagination in reaching goals and gaining success.

(46:15) You seem like a guy who likes numbers, is that true?

(46:25) I also know that you do a lot of sales, so you like them both, but which do you lean to between the two?

(47:32) Summarizing the journey of Luke Abbott; positive effects of having a partner.

(48:19) So tell us a little about Vdriven and what a day looks like for you.

(48:45) Importance of large fundraisers.

(52:20) Does that have to do with CBD?

(53:19) Leadership to distract the employees from the work; spending a lot of time working within the company.

(54:35) Analyzing what needs to be done.

(55:30) Describing the problems to be solved regarding social issues. How can we facilitate our thinking and discussions in ways that we aren’t currently doing because we can’t see it?

(57:05) So, where does your perspective and entrepreneurial spirit come from?

(59:27) Story of Gary Vaynerchuk.

(1:00:26) Sub-culture of entrepreneurial spirit.

(1:00:50) Talk to me about what you think the value of a dollar or a Bitcoin is.

(1:02:33) Do you have much time to want to help?

(1:03:56) Discussing parenting and the different ways to parent; trust and vulnerability learned from children can apply to the work environment.

(1:06:13) Innate feeling of self-doubt inside everyone; self-confidence as a source of protection.

(1:08:10) Letting children learn how to navigate daily life; you don’t have to stay out of the social media, you just need to be aware.

(1:10:07) The acceleration of a need to have discussions with children at a younger age.

(1:11:16) Importance of having the conversations; Dr Dobson as a guide for parenting.

(1:12:00) Describes a book about Bill Campbell, a coach to the big names of the business world; everyone has a coach – “you’re never truly on the top of the mountain”.

(1:15:18) Tells the story of how Neil and Luke came to know each other; emphasis on the importance of human connection and how that can affect life.

(1:17:04) Play the long-term game, treat the people right, and you will be better off for it

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#3 – Byron Hill’s Cowboy Perspective

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 24 May 2019 16:00:00 +0000

Hey ya’ll welcome to the third episode of the Cowboy Perspective! I hope you enjoy the insights and discussions shared with one of the most decorated song writers in country music! Byron Hill wrote the intro track for the podcast and is a man I truly look up to for his talent, accomplishments, and cowboy perspective!

(1:13) Welcome to the show.

(1:25) Acknowledgement of the background music being Byron’s work.

(1:47) Who are you and where did you come from? What do you do?

(4:00) How did you pull that off? Prior relationships for success in Nashville.

(6:10) What is that climate like nowadays for a songwriter?

(8:38) Is that something necessary for artists to do to try to monetize their talent?

(11:01) Comparative to the meat business; dynamic system of consumption; loss of business with developing technology.

(12:23) Songwriters’ talent is larger than the performers’ in many cases.

(14:06) Parallel in all businesses – they’re always changing.

(15:55) Changing times with technology and children.

(16:04) Have you got a story about songwriting?

(19:17) What got you on the thought process?

(23:28) Learning about songwriting as a part of the music industry.

(24:01) Is there any advice that you wished you’d known when you came to town?

(25:55) Mentorship in the industry; passions in life.

(26:59) Learning from failures and necessity of failure in life.

(28:34) Being the best you can be for yourself not others.

(30:03) What is the value of a dollar and/or a Bitcoin?

(30:26) Discussing value of money in peoples’ lives.

(31:38) Diversity of guests leading to diversity of answers regarding money and wealth.

(32:34) Grab life by the bacon, not by the horns.

(32:58) Songwriters are hugely important but stay behind the scenes.

(33:55) Music adds a sense of professionalism to the podcast.

(35:48) Spanish may be a ‘cowboy language’.

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#2 – Harry Dudley’s Cowboy Perspective

The Cowboy Perspective — Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:00:00 +0000

Hey ya’ll welcome to the second episode of the Cowboy Perspective! I am certainly proud to have my 1st cowboy hero…Dad…on the show! Please enjoy the listen and I hope you have someone in your life that fills your perspective like my Dad does mine!

(2:00) Where did you meet your wife?

(2:45) Introduction to guest and family and the parenting-style growing up; happiness of witnessing two marriages that have worked.

(3:59) How it was to make a family business out of the ranch lifestyle and how that dynamic works.

(4:54) What is the part that you loved about it?

(5:07) The fun of growing up on a ranch.

(5:54) Reminiscing about activities on the ranch.

(6:22) The culture of being a cowboy, and how cowboys will teach anyone showing determination and desire; notion that this dynamic applies to any industry.

(8:50) Hunting; the assumption that growing up on a ranch directly correlates to hunting.

(10:03) Wildlife growth; hunting for sport and excitement; idea that people are all similar in recollecting youth and the effects thereof on future life; escapism through lifestyle changes. “Have you had to do that or always been lucky enough to do the thing that you liked?”

(12:22) Fond reflection on spending time with nature in the pastures and long conversations with loved ones.

(15:06) Anecdote about crawling into his father’s bed so that he couldn’t leave the house without him; value of a conversation in future life; importance of taking time to listen and learn; blessing of having wonderful parents and youth; impatience.

(20:30) Forming memories and stories to reflect on.

(21:02) Hard work was still a lot of fun; connection to other people living the ranch lifestyle.

(21:22) Being raised by cowboys taught a lot of life lessons and toughened skin.

(25:20) Consistency of change and problems, and the necessity to understand that. “Give me your thoughts or perspective on these protests of the national anthem in NFL; how does that strike you, being a baby boomer? How capable are we of empathy for others?”

(27:05) “What do you think [your father] would think about this? What was the story about how he was called Eltos?”

(28:11) “What would [Eltos] think about his opportunities in life in comparison to others?”

(29:34) How to make money with a larger return.

(30:15) Growing up with financial security and how that may be a disadvantage in life with regards to having different perspectives.

(34:35) Discussing another podcast which states that entrepreneurs today don’t understand quite how harsh the market can be when compared to the Great Depression; there are a lot of ‘fakers’ making it in the modern world.

(38:05) The worry of being unprepared for actually experiencing a market crash.

(39:57) How resilience is important in getting back up and fighting the problem(s).

(44:13) Discussing the strength and importance of taking a stand; the impossibility of imagining how it is to be discriminated against if never experienced personally; the effects of discrimination.

(47:45) Discussing discrimination further; suggests it may have benefits.

(49:56) Trying to make aspects of the world better; depend on God and Jesus.

(52:34) Changing perspective and switching viewpoints.

(54:14) Wanting to protect a child from the difficulties of the world; love and kindness as success.

(58:09) The tool of paying attention and figuring things out; relates both to cowboys and life choices; paying attention to life; childhood growth.

(1:00:42) Parenting and the future generation.

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#1 – World Champion Rodeo Cowboy Ty Murray’s Cowboy Perspective

The Cowboy Perspective — Tue, 26 Mar 2019 22:03:00 +0000

Hey ya’ll welcome to the first episode of the Cowboy Perspective! I hope you enjoy the insights and discussions shared with one of the most well know Cowboys in the World! The Cowboy Perspective has served both Ty and myself well in our lives and we hope to pass along some of the universal truths deployed by Cowboys in all walks of life!

(2:02) Riding together; “it must have been easy for you, because you’re just so talented”. Give me your thoughts on that statement; what kind of bells does that set off if somebody says something like that to you?

(4:22) How body types can affect success in different careers.

(6:12) One of the tricks to life is to figure out what you love and make a living at it.

(7:06) Life taking different paths; gathering stories and capturing them in a podcast.

(7:56) No perfect way to parent.

(9:13) Time logistics.

(9:39) What makes you want to teach others about horsemanship or share that knowledge?

(12:15) How to lead a horse’s behavior.

(14:28) Limit ‘up’

(15:20) Human impatience.

(16:06) Are there parallels in your mind between horsemanship and being an entrepreneur or building a business?

(17:20) Would you give yourself the moniker of an entrepreneur?

(19:02) The big trick is working out who is the consumer. Is it the family sitting down eating bacon the next morning?

(20:46) Cowboys’ integrity and success at business as a byproduct.

(22:22) Story of lessons learned while spending time with friends, particularly Ty.

(23:53) Necessity to keep learning.

(24:23) When you were at the top of your bull riding career, what role did you put diet in, or has it ever been or still not important? What’s your thought on diet?

(26:44) Importance of diet on how you feel.

(28:48) Gluten-free lifestyle; sourcing food via farming and hunting.

(30:01) How diet fads are spread through modern media; combating children’s bad moods with sugary treats. “Do you find yourself falling into that trap?”

(32:05) Willpower of moderation.

(34:45) Testing willpower as a strength.

(36:26) Challenges of consumerism and relation to product distribution.

(37:26) In your mind, what is a dollar worth? Or a Bitcoin?

(37:37) Anecdote regarding the value of a dollar and his grandfather.

(38:07) Importance of the value of money.

(40:42) Requesting perspective.

(41:50) Discussing money and growing wealth from sponsorship, and the importance that plays in daily life.

(42:36) Anecdote regarding money.

(45:44) Consistent customer equality regardless of money; treat everyone the same whether big sale or small.

(47:00) Fame and recognition – either sharing time together or hoping to get something out of it.

(48:41) Receiving special treatment and the negative feeling it can bring; thanking Ty for appearing on the podcast.

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