In this electrifying episode, we dive into the thrilling world of Las Vegas and the rodeo circuit with our guest, Josh Birks, a professional bull rider with a penchant for wild adventures.

Josh kicks things off by sharing his rodeo experiences in Las Vegas, where he rode some of the rankest bulls in the world, including the legendary Smooth Operator. He regales us with tales of unforgettable bull rides and the adrenaline-pumping moments that come with them. Josh also introduces us to bull rider Underpar, a true rodeo superstar with lifetime earnings exceeding $160,000 USD.

As our guest recounts his Las Vegas escapades, he takes us into a heart-pounding encounter with a bull named Underpar, who hooked Josh with his massive horns in an alleyway. Thankfully, Josh's belt snapped, sparing him from a potentially dire situation.

Josh's journey to Las Vegas wasn't without its challenges. He arrived with just $3,000 in cash but quickly made a name for himself in the rodeo scene. Winning a staggering $36,000 USD in his first six rodeos was a game-changer for him. He describes his time working on a farm, training and drafting bulls, riding bulls, and training them, a job that he considered the best in the world. Josh's dedication and talent led him to participate in two college rodeos each week, solidifying his reputation as a rising star in the rodeo world.

Amid the rodeo stories, Josh shares a hilarious anecdote involving an Aussie acquaintance who stole dogs from someone and brought pigs into the mix, leading to an unexpected twist in the tale. The humorous escapade keeps the laughter flowing.

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Josh then takes us to the grand stage of the Calgary Stampede, the biggest rodeo he ever competed in. He confesses to indulging in nightly revelries during the event, and one memorable evening, he crossed paths with JB Mauney, a fellow rodeo legend. Josh thought he might be getting kicked out of the Stampede but was relieved when the organizers let it slide. He praises JB Mauney's authenticity and hails him as a genuine cowboy.

To wrap up the episode, Josh shares insights about Ty Prescott, an incredibly wild bull rider who chose a career as a bullfighter. It's a captivating look into the personalities that make the rodeo world so unique and exhilarating.

Join us for an adrenaline-charged journey through rodeo life in Las Vegas with Josh Birks in "Rodeo Vegas Nights.

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