Kick Your Boots Up | Ag, Western Fashion, and Rodeo Storytelling

In this episode, we meet Arizona cowboy, Brad Barkemeyer,a professional horseman with deep Western roots in Montana. Brad owns Barkemeyer Performance Horses and holds the prestigious title of "The Horseman's Horseman" by The Team Roping Journal. His specialties lie in Working Cowhorse, Cutting, and Roping, and he's an active member of various equestrian organizations. He's not just a horse expert; he's a devoted husband and father. Tune in to discover the remarkable journey of a horseman who began his passion young and started training horses in front of audiences at 14. For a full episode transcript, visit our website at www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html.

This week’s guest, Scott Knudsen, is a husband, dad, and author of "You Can't Crack That Egg Twice." Based near Fredericksburg, TX, he's also the host of the Cowboy EntrepreneurⓇ  Podcast. Scott's captivating life story is currently being turned into a dramatic autobiography called "Lightning K Ranch," featuring his lightning survival story under the skillful direction of award-winning producer Rodney Stone. Tune in for this incredible journey! For a full episode transcript, visit our website at www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html. 

In this episode of the Kick Your Boots Up Podcast, we sit down with an industry legend: the Executive Vice President and Chief Executive Officer of the American Quarter Horse Association, Karl Stressman. He’s an avid Team Roper with over 25 years of experience in the Western and Rodeo industry. And did we mention he's a father of 8 children? Don't miss this inspiring and insightful conversation! For a full episode transcript, visit our website at www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html.

Join us on this episode as we dive into the thrilling world of rodeo photography with the renowned James Phifer, the owner of Photos by Phifer and Rodeo Bum Photography. As a National Finals Rodeo (NFR) Photographer with a portfolio that includes features in Cowboys & Indians Blogs, Breakaway Roping Journal, Barrel Horse News, Cowgirl Magazine Blogs, and many more, James Phifer shares his incredible journey behind the lens. Discover the artistry and skill required to capture the heart-pounding action of prestigious rodeos like FWSSR, NLBRA Finals, NBHA Youth World, Rodeo Austin, Cinch Timed Events Championships, UPRA Finals, and, of course, the iconic NFR. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from a true rodeo photography legend and hear some captivating stories from the rodeo arena. For a full episode transcript, visit our website at www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html.

It’s Hispanic Heritage Month, and what better way to show appreciation for the Vaqueros and Vaqueras who paved the way before us than to honor their spirits with an episode fully in Spanish? This week’s episode is hosted by one of our own, Juan Ojeda. He is a video producer for us and helps produce the podcast. Join him as he interviews two of our incredible product developers and helps share their stories to shed light on Western Fashion and Hispanic Culture. For a full episode transcript, visit our website at https://www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html.

Join as National Meat Judging Champion Jake Bagby shares about his time on the Texas Tech University Meat Judging team and how that’s set him up for success in the future. Listen as he shares his Ag story. For a full episode transcript, visit our website at https://www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html.

Join as the founder of Hardcore Carnivore™, Jess Pryles shares her experience as a chef and how she used her talents to create her brand. She’s the host of Hulu’s BBQuest, an Iowa State University Alumni in Meat Science, and has appeared on The Today Show and the Food Network. She sheds a light on the Ag industry in a new way. For a full episode transcript, visit our website at https://www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html.

Join as Western stylist, Fashion Editor, and Creative Director Andrea Thorp shares her tips and tricks for Fall Western, rodeo, and Ag fashion featuring turquoise from Hippie Cowgirl Couture and hear where she got her styling expertise! For a full episode transcript, visit our website at https://www.justinboots.com/en/kick-your-boots-up.html.

BONUS EPISODE - The Legendary Clint Orms took time to sit down with host Taylor McAdams during the Western and English Sales Association (WESA) show to look back on his career and life and share stories from his humble beginnings. World-renowned, Clint is known for his jewelry, quality engraved Western ranger buckles, trophy buckles, dress buckles, money clips, cufflinks, and more. Listen as he shares his story to success in Western, Ag, and Rodeo.

BONUS EPISODE - Host Taylor McAdams has the pleasure of sitting down in person with the Fashion Show Director at the Dallas Market Center, Karl Marshall. Fashion is in his veins, and he’s got an eye for production. Listen to his life story that got him where he is today. Go behind the scenes to the  Western, Ag, and rodeo inspired Fashion Show during the Western and English Sales Association (WESA) show.