In The LOOP Podcast with Jordan Jo

We’re taking you back to one of the most real and unfiltered conversations we’ve ever had. Five-time NFR bronc rider Rusty Wright and breakaway roper Haley Sage sat down with us in Fallon, Nevada, for a conversation that goes far beyond arena stats and gold buckles. Rusty opens up about walking through life’s deepest valleys—loss, drinking, divorce, and self-doubt—and what it took to climb out. He...

In this replay episode of In The LOOP , we sit down with 2024 National Finals Barrel Racing Aggregate Champion Andrea Busby for one of the most honest and inspiring conversations we’ve had yet. This episode originally aired earlier this season, but it’s one we believe is worth hearing again. From early rodeo days to finally crossing the Thomas & Mack threshold, Andrea brings us through every twist...

Replay Episode – One of Our Most Listened-To Conversations In this replay of In the LOOP , we revisit one of our most heartfelt and powerful episodes featuring Stevi and Ty Hillman. The couple opens up about the unexpected turns their journey has taken over the past few months. After falling short of making it to the National Finals Rodeo that year, they found themselves on a different path—one fi...

Throwback Episode: Bob Tallman | Beef, Rodeo, Real Estate We’re rewinding to one of our all-time favorite conversations with the legend himself— Bob Tallman . Known as “The Voice of Rodeo,” Bob has spent decades shaping the sound of western sports. A 10x PRCA Announcer of the Year and 23x NFR announcer, he’s also a 5th generation rancher and seasoned real estate pro. In this episode, Bob takes us...

5x NFR bronc rider Rusty Wright and breakaway roper Haley Sage were not lying when they said they would tell it all. This episode is downright real, raw, emotional, and inspiring as we sit down during a summer stop in Fallon, Nevada. But this one’s not about the arena stats—it’s about the people behind the buckles. Rusty opens up about the valleys he's walked through—the loss, the drinking, the di...

Cheyanne McCartney is no stranger to pressure—but when it comes to the Old West Rope Horse Futurity, she’s not just showing up to compete, she’s showing up to shape the future. From NFR breakaway roper to standout futurity competitor, Cheyanne has lived both sides of the rope. In this episode, she gives us the real-deal look at how the Old West is setting a new standard—from massive payouts and op...

Emmry Edwards, the 15-year-old phenom who went head-to-head with rodeo’s elite in the breakaway roping at the 2025 Women’s Rodeo World Championship—and left with $6,000, a whole lot of grit, and a story to tell. From a last-chance qualifier to the biggest stage in the sport, Emmry’s journey to AT&T Stadium wasn’t exactly mapped out—but it was earned. With a bold 2.0-second run in the short round,...

Tammy Lewis and Ashtyn Pratz, the duo who stunned the arena and left AT&T Stadium with $64,000 as the 2025 WRWC Team Roping Champions. At just 16 years old, Ashton roped like she was born for the big stage—calm, confident, and completely unfazed by the pressure. This wasn't her first WRWC buckle, but it was her first time on the heading side. After switching ends and navigating a tough season, she...

Taycie Matthews, the barrel racer who showed up to the 2025 Women’s Rodeo World Championship with grit, instinct, and a whole lot of horsepower—and walked away with $70,000 and a gold buckle. We’re talking about a jaw-dropping 12.6-second run at AT&T Stadium from a cowgirl who didn’t nominate a ton, didn’t overthink it, and still left no doubt she came to win. Her standout mare Pop Rocks didn’t ju...

Charmaine Holdren, the limited barrel racer who made one of the most electric runs of the 2025 Women’s Rodeo World Championship. We’re talking about the first 12-second run on the board at AT&T Stadium, from a gal with less than $3,000 won in the Limited Barrel Racing at the WRWC in 2025 on her horse Trick before the finals. Charmaine opens up about the journey that brought her and Trick—whose nam...

Rhen Richard knows all of the things about the Old West Rope Horse Futurity—and let me tell you, it’s more than a jackpot. Rhen and his team are pouring everything they’ve got into building a platform where horsemen, trainers, pros, amateurs, and young guns all have a seat at the table. We’re talkin’ million-dollar bonuses,a one of a kind elite horse sale, guaranteed payouts, 100% payback, and a s...

Y’all, I’m still catching my breath from one of the most electric weeks in women’s rodeo history. In this episode of In The LOOP , I sat down with Sammy Jo Smith and Lindsay Rosser-Sumpter to break down everything that went down at the 2025 Women’s Rodeo World Championships—and let me tell you, it was one for the books. AT&T Stadium was absolutely booming . From start to finish, it felt like the e...

Hi, Welcome back to In The LOOP Podcast ! This week, we’re in the heart of Women’s Rodeo World Championship week , and while the best in the world battle it out in Fort Worth for a record-setting $802,000 payout , we’re taking a moment to celebrate a legend who has shaped the industry from the inside out. I’m honored to sit down with my dear friend, Billie Bray —wife, mom, competitor, Chief Market...

In Episode 230 of In The LOOP , we sit down with 2024 National Finals Barrel Racing Aggregate Champion, Andrea Busby for one of the most honest and inspiring conversations we’ve had yet. From early rodeo days to finally crossing the Thomas & Mack threshold, Andrea brings us through every twist, turn, and tough lesson along the way. We talk about what it truly took for her to make her first NFR — a...

In this episode of In The LOOP with Jordan Jo , we sit down with Criquett Chapman — a vice president by day and a fierce competitor by weekend. Criquett shares her incredible journey from a small-town team roper with no rodeo legacy to breaking barriers in the WRWC as a limited breakaway roper. We talk about balancing career and competition, growing up in sports, family roping adventures, and step...

Y’all, this week’s episode is super special to me—I'm bringing back the very first guest I ever had on the show: my good friend, rodeo legend, and multi-time World Champion Martha Angelone. I’ll never forget when we recorded our first episode—literally in the front seat of a Dodge truck at circuit finals with a cell phone and Raymond in the backseat. Fast forward, and now Martha’s back with a ton...

Hey everyone, I’m so excited to kick off our spring series with none other than Dusty Tuckness —one of the toughest and most respected bullfighters in rodeo. Dusty joins me to share his incredible journey, from growing up in Wyoming to becoming a 16-time NFR bullfighter and 10-time Bullfighter of the Year . We dive into the mindset, faith, and perseverance that have kept him at the top of his game...

Hey y’all, welcome back to In The Loop Podcast ! I’m your host, Jordan Jo Hollabaugh , and I couldn’t be more excited for this episode because we’re diving into one of the biggest events of the year—the Women’s Rodeo World Championships (WRWC) ! With the WRWC right around the corner, I sat down with Linsay Rosser-Sumpter and Sami Jo Smith , two of the incredible women behind this game-changing eve...

Today, we’re bringing you a special replay of one of our most impactful episodes, featuring the incredible Dr. Caroline Leaf. Dr. Leaf is a cognitive neuroscientist and bestselling author, known for her groundbreaking research in psychoneurobiology and metacognitive neuropsychology. In this conversation, we explore the power of rewiring thought patterns, embracing challenges, and building mental r...

Welcome back to In The Loop ! In this episode, we sit down with entrepreneur, speaker, and resilience coach Lyndsey V. to discuss the power of pushing through challenges, finding clarity in chaos, and creating sustainable success. Throughout the episode, we explore how resilience applies to rodeo, business, and everyday life, touching on topics like overcoming mental clutter, embracing authenticit...

In this episode of In The Loop, we sit down with Tibba Smith, WPRA Reserve World Champion Breakaway Roper and nominee for WPRA Western Region Roping Director. With years of experience as a rodeo competitor, coach, and secretary for the largest college rodeo region, Tibba has seen every side of the industry—and now she’s ready to take on a leadership role to shape the future of breakaway roping. Ti...

In this episode of In The Loop, we sit down with Mandi Holland, a veterinarian, business owner, rodeo committee member, and passionate advocate for breakaway roping. As a nominee for WPRA Western Region Roping Director, Mandi shares why she’s stepping up to help guide breakaway roping into the future. From working behind the scenes with committees, sponsors, and stock contractors to fighting for e...

In this episode of In the Loop , we sit down with Stevi and Ty Hillman as they open up about the unexpected turns their journey has taken over the past few months. After falling short of making it to the National Finals Rodeo this year, the couple has found themselves on a different path—one filled with new beginnings, surrendering to God, growing together, and embracing change. Stevi and Ty share...

Join us on In The Loop Podcast as we welcome Lorinda Van Newkirk, the inspiring entrepreneur behind Lucky Chuck Socks! Lorinda shares her incredible journey—from growing up in California to launching multiple businesses, all while staying true to her passions. In this episode, she opens up about her Cowgirl Armor testimony, the lessons learned through challenges, and the perseverance it takes to b...

Join us on In The Loop Podcast as we welcome Bridget Yates, a talented graphic artist at COMIC Cowgirl and a dedicated breakaway roper since 2020. In this episode, Bridget shares her incredible journey from starting at the bottom to finding her place in the rodeo world. Together, we delve into the origins of Cowgirl Armor, the challenges we faced, and the dedication that fueled our vision. We refl...