X Factor Roping Podcast

By X Factor Roping: Pace Freed

What's X Factor Roping Podcast about?

Follow along to hear the best team ropers and horsemen in the industry discuss their life story and how they became successful.For more information, please visit XFactorTeamRoping.com

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X Factor Roping Podcast episodes:

03.11.2024
Bonus Episode with Tyler Wade and Wesley Thorp: World Youth Team Roping Championship
Dive into the World Youth Team Roping Championship with Tyler Wade and Wesley Thorp. Find out why this event is so special to them, how they came up with the idea, and what you can expect on this bonus episode!...
02.28.2024
#107 Tyler Wade and Wesley Thorp
The ride to the 2023 NFR was a roller coaster for team roping World Champions, Tyler Wade and Wesley Thorp. A win in the first round of Reno, Nevada in the beginning of June was shortly followed by a slump....
02.08.2024
#106 Brandon Gonzalez
The 2024 Reliance Ranches Clay Logan Open will be one that Brandon Gonzales remembers forever. The enter one, draw one format allowed Gonzales to be partnered up with World Champion Header, Erich Rogers. Together they walked away the Champions and $42,000 richer....
02.01.2024
#105 Nick Dowers
Nick Dowers is the definition of a real life cowboy. The Million Dollar Rider, 2x Road to the Horse Champion and 2013 NRCHA Open Snaffle Bit Futurity Champion trains out of Dyer, NV where he also operates a ranch. Dowers...
12.15.2023
#104 Kolton Schmidt
11.08.2023
#103 Jessica Wahlert
Jessica Wahlert is the marketing manager for CINCH Jeans and Shirts where she oversees the marketing department. She shares her journey to this career path and how her upbringing played a vital role in her success. She also discusses her...
11.02.2023
#102 Lyman Tenny – Part 1
The X Factor Roping Podcast is going to feature a series of mental game episodes the Lyman Tenny. Episode 1 in this podcast series will feature discussions including optimal mental performance, belief in self, self-assessment, visualization, and muscle memory. Lyman Tenny...
09.26.2023
#101 Jake Cooper
Jake Cooper has been a member of the PRCA since 2004 and has qualified for the NFR three times. He recently made the decision to try his hand in the rope horse futurity world with the purchase of a stallion...
09.06.2023
#100 Billy Bob Brown
This summer looked different for the 2014 Resistol Rookie of the Year Header, Billy Bob Brown. He and his partner, Kirby Blankenship decided to rodeo for about a month to see how it would go. They captured the coveted 2023...
08.25.2023
#99 Billy Myers
Billy Myers is the founder of the Platinum Metal Rope Horse Futurity and Sale. August 31- September 2 will be the very first event with the Lazy E Arena in Guthrie, Oklahoma being the host. In this podcast, Billy dives...
08.14.2023
#98 Paden Bray
Professional rodeo athletes are headed into the final quarter of the 2023 regular season. Paden Bray was recently crowned the California Rodeo Salinas All-Around Champion, the Days of ’47 Champion Heeler, and is currently ranked 9th in the Heeling World...
08.03.2023
#97 Jared Fillmore
It’s no secret that your mental game plays a huge role in the roping arena. 23 year old, Jared Fillmore, from Payson, Utah shares his perspective on life and rodeo. This is a deep dive into the relationship between winning...
07.17.2023
#96 Cutter Thomison and Chet Weitz
The 2023 Cowboy Christmas run has officially wrapped up and we got the opportunity to catch up with two PRCA rookies. Cutter Thomison and Chet Weitz shared their experience of the Fourth of July. They discuss the struggles on the...
06.14.2023
#95 J.C. Yeahquo
J.C. Yeahquo started his professional rodeo career in 2020 with his brother, L.J. Yeahquo. Throughout the past couple of years, he has learned that he must do HIS job and stay true to the run they like to make as...
05.26.2023
#94 L.J. Yeahquo
L.J. Yeahquo and his brother, J.C., have taken the team roping world by storm this winter with big wins at Rapid City, South Dakota; Jackson, Mississippi; Austin, Texas; and San Angelo, Texas. L.J., the heeler in this brother partnership, shares...
05.16.2023
#93 Cory Kidd
Cory Kidd is from Statesville, North Carolina. In this podcast, Cory discusses what it was like growing up roping on the east coast, the move to Texas, and the adjustments he has made along the way. In 2022, he ended...
04.25.2023
#92 Logan Medlin
Logan Medlin is a three-time NFR Qualifier from Tatum, New Mexico. Listen as Logan discusses winning/losing, horsepower, and mental toughness.
04.10.2023
#91 Kolton Schmidt
Kolton Schmidt is a two-time NFR Qualifier from Barrhead, Alberta. Kolton is constantly trying to become more competitive mentally. In this podcast, he discusses some of the methods he has used to become more mentally strong and how he had...
03.30.2023
#90 Tristan Mahoney
Tristan Mahoney, the owner of TM Bits & Spurs, has one goal--to bring you quality handmade bits and spurs at a reasonable price. It doesn't matter what your horse needs, he has a bit that will fit both horse and...
03.17.2023
#89 Ty Hillman
There is no doubt that the most elite athletes in the world make their mental game a priority—constantly training their minds to better handle pressure and adversity. Ty Hillman, is a mental skills coach that focuses on helping and training...
03.08.2023
#87 Cole Matier
Cole Matier moved from Alberta, Canada to Texas at the age of 17. He now specializes in riding young cow horses, rope horses, and barrel horses. During this podcast, he discusses how he got his start in the industry and...
02.28.2023
#88: Jade Corkill and Wesley Thorp
In this unique podcast, Jade Corkill and Wesley Thorp discuss all aspects of heeling. Listen for information on positioning, steps to building feel, practice pen structure, learning how to ask questions, visualizing runs, handling adversity, spot throwing, owning your swing,...
11.29.2022
#86 Tyler Merrill
Oklahoma native, Tyler Merrill was born into the horse industry and was raised showing horses in a number of different disciplines. After graduating from military school, Tyler began training horses professionally. He currently shows horses in the Snaffle Bit Futurity,...
11.18.2022
#85 Jade Corkill and Hunter Koch
This special edition podcast features NFR heelers Jade Corkill and Hunter Koch. The two sit down together to discuss and compare each other's careers and experiences as an elite team roper. To watch the video verison of this podcast, visit:...
11.01.2022
#84 Lightning Aguilera
Lightning Aguilera credits his first NFR qualification to his head horse, Jess A Moose, 2022 AQHA Head Horse of the Year. In this podcast, Lightning discusses his childhood, adjustments he has made to his heading to be more consistent, horsepower,...
10.21.2022
#83 Cole Davison at “World Classic Events”
Cole Davison introduces World Classic Events, a roping production he started. Cole discusses the format of the roping and how he hopes it will encourage more teams to enter. He also breaks down some of his runs from a previous...
10.10.2022
#82 Tanner James
2022 PRCA Rookie of the Year, Tanner James, got the full rodeo experience this year. He battled the urge to go home when he wasn’t winning, endured partner swaps, and competed in arenas he had never been to before. Listen...
10.06.2022
#81 Throwback Thursday Podcast – Chase Tryan at “Open Showdown”
In this episode of The Rundown, Chase Tryan talks roping with draw partners, doing your job, and staying hooked with the run no matter what happens. To view “The Rundown” videos discussed in this podcast, visit: https://xftr.net/tryanopenshowdown
10.04.2022
#80 Kellan and Carson Johnson
Kellan and Carson Johnson, brothers from Casper, Wyoming, are no strangers to team roping and the cowboy way of life. Between the two of them, they hold three College National Team Roping Titles. In this podcast, Kellan and Carson discuss...
09.26.2022
#79 Chase Tryan
33-year-old Chase Tryan qualified for his first NFR in 2012. His second NFR qualification would come years later. Chase discusses that during those years, team roping changed. He had to adjust his style of roping to become one of the best...
09.22.2022
#78 Jake Long “Practice Pen Rundown”
X Factor’s new PRACTICE Rundown gives cowboys the opportunity to break down runs from the practice pen. Here is your chance to hear NFR heeler, Jake Long break down some of his practice runs. Listen as he takes us through...
09.19.2022
#77 Ross Ashford
In 2021, Ross achieved a life-long goal by qualifying for his first Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. Listen as Ross takes us through his first NFR experience and adjustments he has made to his heeling to become more consistent and competitive.
09.15.2022
#76 Coleman Proctor
We had the special opportunity to sit down with NFR header, Coleman Proctor as he broke down his runs from the Lone Star Shootout. Listen closely as Coleman discusses his strategy during the roping and how “sticking to the basics”...
09.12.2022
#75 Cody Snow
California native, Cody Snow, has become one of the most elite headers in the world. He has prioritized hard work, horsemanship, and handling cattle above all else. Listen as Cody discusses his upbringing and the qualities that have contributed to...
09.08.2022
#74 JR Dees at “The Capitalist”
NFR header, JR Dees, breaks down his runs from ‘The Capitalist’. Listen as he emphasizes the importance of horsepower and simply making YOUR run. To view “The Rundown” videos discussed in this podcast, visit: https://xftr.net/deescapitalist
09.06.2022
#73 Andy Holcomb
Professional rope horse trainer Andy Holcomb has quickly become a dominating competitor in the growing rope horse futurity industry. Check out this newly released podcast to hear Andy tell his story and share his experiences that have shaped his successful...
09.01.2022
#72 Jade Corkill
The X Factor Roping Podcast presents the Jade Corkill rundown from the Clay Logan Open Team Roping. Listen close as Jade gives a deep dive into his heeling and how he stays mentally strong throughout jackpots. To view “The Rundown” videos...
06.21.2022
#71 Coleman Proctor
We had the pleasure of 6X NFR Qualifier Coleman Proctor stopping by and doing some instructional videos and a "Rundown" episode which led to an impromptu podcast that checks ALL the boxes! You may have seen Coleman's "Toter Tales" on...
05.03.2022
#70 John Dowdy, President of “Equinety” Equine Supplements
In this episode, John Dowdy, President of Equinety Equine Supplements goes into detail about the effectiveness of Equinety products and how all performance horses could greatly benefit from them! To learn more about Equinety, check out their website! www.TeamEquinety.com
04.19.2022
The XFR Talk Show #3: Wesley Thorp & Paden Bray
Introducing XFactorRoping.com's newest content, the "XFR Talk Show"! Episode #3 is hosted by Pace Freed and Dustin Searcy. Weekly releases will feature special appearances by team roping influencers discussing topics such as roping recaps, current events, and more. This episode features...
02.17.2022
#69 Phil Haugen
With over 1,000 horses and 30 years of training experience, Phil Haugen discusses his perspective and outlook on training horses for a living. Find Phil Haugen at: philhaugenhorsemanship.com Listen To Phil Haugen Horsemanship Podcast: philhaugenhorsemanship.com/podcast-episodes
02.10.2022
The XFR Talk Show #2
Introducing XFactorRoping.com's newest show hosted by Pace Freed and Dustin Searcy, the "XFR TALK SHOW". Weekly releases will feature special appearances by team roping influencers discussing topics such as roping recaps, current events, and more. This episode features All Around and...
02.07.2022
The XFR Talk Show #1
Introducing XFactorRoping.com's newest show hosted by Pace Freed and Dustin Searcy, the "XFR TALK SHOW". Weekly releases will feature special appearances by team roping influencers discussing topics such as roping recaps, current events, and more. Our first episode features NFR Average...
01.12.2022
#68 Shay Carroll
In this podcast, 30-year-old 3x NFR Qualifier Shay Carroll talks about his personal life experiences pursuing a career as a professional team roper and horse trainer. Watch the exclusive library of instructional videos and voiceovers featuring Shay at XFactorTeamRoping.com
11.23.2021
#67 Coy Rahlmann on “The Rundown”
Coy Rahlmann breaks down runs from the Monday Night Match as well and some critical runs from the PRCA summer rodeos that helped him qualify for his first NFR. To view "The Rundown" videos discussed in this podcast, visit: https://watch.xfactorteamroping.com/the-rundown-episode-13-coy-rahlmann
10.19.2021
# 66 Charly Crawford & The American Military Celebration
A lot has been happening behind the scenes with 10X NFR Qualifier Charly Crawford! Between his schools, lessons, and training futurity horses, he has managed to put together one of the most influential military/first responders appreciation events our industry has...
08.20.2021
#65 The Rundown with Tyler Wade
"Sometimes, you just have to buckle down and get paid..." In this week's episode of "The Rundown", X Factor Roping Coach and 3X NFR Qualifier Tyler Wade relives important moments from his summer run that put him in the current spot...
07.26.2021
#64 Kerry Kelley
You may have heard of "Kerry Kelley Bits & Spurs, but how much do you know about the "man behind the metal"? Listen in to how he developed his craftsmanship of unique handmade bits and spurs into a flourishing business.
07.26.2021
#64 Kerry Kelley
You may have heard of Kerry Kelley Bits & Spurs, but how much do you know about the "man behind the metal"? This is your chance to learn about the skilled craftsman and how he has created a flourishing business...
07.09.2021
#63 Coy Rahlmann
20-year-old Coy Rahlmann from Ellsinore, MO discusses what it's like to be a young team roper already competing at a professional level.

What's X Factor Roping Podcast about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

X Factor Roping Podcast episodes:

Bonus Episode with Tyler Wade and Wesley Thorp: World Youth Team Roping Championship

#107 Tyler Wade and Wesley Thorp

#106 Brandon Gonzalez

#105 Nick Dowers

#104 Kolton Schmidt

#103 Jessica Wahlert

#102 Lyman Tenny – Part 1

#101 Jake Cooper

#100 Billy Bob Brown

#99 Billy Myers

#98 Paden Bray

#97 Jared Fillmore

#96 Cutter Thomison and Chet Weitz

#95 J.C. Yeahquo

#94 L.J. Yeahquo

#93 Cory Kidd

#92 Logan Medlin

#91 Kolton Schmidt

#90 Tristan Mahoney

#89 Ty Hillman

#87 Cole Matier

#88: Jade Corkill and Wesley Thorp

#86 Tyler Merrill

#85 Jade Corkill and Hunter Koch

#84 Lightning Aguilera

#83 Cole Davison at “World Classic Events”

#82 Tanner James

#81 Throwback Thursday Podcast – Chase Tryan at “Open Showdown”

#80 Kellan and Carson Johnson

#79 Chase Tryan

#78 Jake Long “Practice Pen Rundown”

#77 Ross Ashford

#76 Coleman Proctor

#75 Cody Snow

#74 JR Dees at “The Capitalist”

#73 Andy Holcomb

#72 Jade Corkill

#71 Coleman Proctor

#70 John Dowdy, President of “Equinety” Equine Supplements

The XFR Talk Show #3: Wesley Thorp & Paden Bray

#69 Phil Haugen

The XFR Talk Show #2

The XFR Talk Show #1

#68 Shay Carroll

#67 Coy Rahlmann on “The Rundown”

# 66 Charly Crawford & The American Military Celebration

#65 The Rundown with Tyler Wade

#64 Kerry Kelley

#64 Kerry Kelley

#63 Coy Rahlmann