NFR Extra

NFR Extra is a limited-run weekly podcast that focuses on the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and features personal conversations with champions and icons that embody the rodeo and Western lifestyle. Hosted by Andy Seiler, Steve Goedert and Brilynn Bentley, NFR Extra delivers in-depth conversations with Wrangler NFR contestants, as well as additional special guests.

#167 3X NFR Qualifier Lefty Holman 05/07/2024

#167 3X NFR Qualifier Lefty Holman You can certainly hear the laid back but energetic attitude of this cowboy. Lefty shares a whole lot about his life on the road, his life back home with family, and what it is like to be in Las Vegas. He explains the reason behind the gold lions, the white boots and the more recent cornrows. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/31184427

#166 Frontier Rodeo Company Heath Stewart 04/19/2024

#166 Frontier Rodeo Company Heath Stewart It is all things business with the Frontier Rodeo Company. Heath Stewart talks about the company's background, how he started in the business, and how they have progressed to 9X Stock Contractor of the Year. Even with many accolades, the goal is to provide great bucking stock for years to come. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/30908018

#165 4X NFR Qualifier Josh Frost 04/12/2024

#165 4X NFR Qualifier Josh Frost Not only is Josh Frost a 4X NFR Qualifier but he has also won four straight Linderman awards! He talks through his story of how competing in every event as a kid has brought him to those accomplishments while working hard to have a structured routine throughout the year to find his path to success. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/30800238

#164 PRCA CEO Tom Glause 04/05/2024

#164 PRCA CEO Tom Glause Tom Glause has served as the CEO of the PRCA since Oct. 8, 2021. During his career, his commitment to the sport of rodeo has been unwavering. He is a current PRCA Gold Card Member and was previously a PRCA contestant. Under his direction, PRCA-sanctioned rodeos have experienced record attendance and growth. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/30671293

#163 NFR General Manager Allen Rheinheimer 03/27/2024

#163 NFR General Manager Allen Rheinheimer It’s time to fire up the NFR Extra Podcast for 2024. Our first guest is NFR General Manager Allen Rheinheimer. Allen has been involved in the NFR for more than 20 years and has even more experience in equine events. Take a listen to the guy that makes sure everything on the dirt of the Thomas & Mack Center runs smoothly and efficiently. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/30572873

#162 Vegas NFR Icon - Cody Ohl 12/04/2023

#162 Vegas NFR Icon - Cody Ohl Ohl put his stamp on ProRodeo in 1994 by winning Rookie of the Year and earning his first trip to the NFR. It would take Ohl a few years to win his first gold buckle. He edged out Fred Whitfield to capture the 1997 tie-down world title and roared through the 1998 season, capturing his second title. He had another record-setting year in 2001 as he added steer roping and team roping in order to compete for the All-Around title. In the ninth round of the NFR, Ohl missed his calf on the first loop. A second loop caught the calf by the hind legs. As Ohl dismounted, he twisted his knee, tearing two major ligaments. He had to be carried out of the arena by the Justin Sportsmedicine Team. However, he had amassed enough money earlier in the week to secure both the tie-down title and the All-Around title. He accepted both buckles from crutches on the 10th night. He went on to capture his fifth and sixth tie-down roping titles in 2003 and 2006. He still owns the record for the most NFR rounds won with 52. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28928478

#161 Vegas NFR Icon - Billy Etbauer 12/04/2023

#161 Vegas NFR Icon - Billy Etbauer One of the most popular cowboys of his generation, Etbauer won five saddle bronc world titles (1992, 1996, 1999, 2000 and 2004) and garners respect for both his go-for-broke style and his humility during his career that covered parts of four decades. A native of Huron, South Dakota, he was the middle brother of three world-class bronc riders. Etbauer qualified for the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo® in his second year as a professional in 1989. He went on to make the field a record 21 consecutive years, win 51 NFR rounds and surpass $3 million in career earnings. He still shares the NFR record with his 93-point ride on Kesler Championship Rodeo’s Cool Alley in 2003. He tied the record a year later on a 10th-round ride that clinched the last of his five gold buckles. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28928448

#160 Singer/Songwriter Ian Munsick 11/30/2023

#160 Singer/Songwriter Ian Munsick Ian Munsick is taking the music industry by storm as he paints his portrait of the American West. Ian shares how important it is to him to show the authentic side of Western culture through his music. He explains how he truly got started in the industry and what memorable moments he has had since then. He also shares about his visits to Las Vegas for the Wrangler NFR and what this year's NFR will look like with his special event, opening performance, and concerts. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28870968

#159 President of Hooey Brands Joey Austin 11/07/2023

#159 President of Hooey Brands Joey Austin Hooey Brands started in 2009 as just two different hat designs, Joey Austin dives into how and why the brand started. He shares unique stories about how it has grown into its current company and what is most important to the brand overall. Joey also gives insight into BFO and the Hooey Party that happens in December during the Wrangler NFR. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28548761

#158 Singer/Songwriter Kylie Frey 10/31/2023

#158 Singer/Songwriter Kylie Frey A country music singer, a songwriter, an anthem singer, a barrel racer, a flag girl but ultimately a cowgirl. Kylie Frey has worked hard to do it all and has made a name for herself in the most authentic way. She explains how she has stayed true to herself as she continues to work through the music industry. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28479569

#157 CEO - Plaza Hotel & Casino Jonathan Jossel 10/20/2023

#157 CEO - Plaza Hotel & Casino Jonathan Jossel There is a lot of history in Las Vegas and particularly in Downtown Las Vegas. CEO Jonathan Jossel was able to give us an inside look plus more. He shares about how he personally got to Las Vegas from Europe, how important it is to keep the history alive and what they are trying to do to make Plaza and Downtown Las Vegas unique from the rest of the city. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28380545

#156 Steer Wrestler Dalton Massey 10/18/2023

#156 Steer Wrestler Dalton Massey A cowboy and a carpenter, Dalton Massey keep himself busy all year long. Dalton shares a bit about his history, how he got into rodeo and doesn't shy away from talking about traveling amongst the rest of the steer wrestlers. Dalton qualified for his first Wrangler National Finals Rodeo this year so we got him to open up about coming to Las Vegas for the first time. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28357601

#155 Steve Decker with Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation 10/06/2023

#155 Steve Decker with Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation We dove into something customary in the Western Lifestyle but it is such a large operation that not everyone fully understands. Steve Decker with the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation explains who and what the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is but also why it exists and how it operates. Steve also talks about their deep-rooted investment in rodeo and the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28247618

#154 Saddle Bronc Rider Dawson Hay 09/29/2023

#154 Saddle Bronc Rider Dawson Hay Rodeo and hockey are pretty big in the Hay Family. Dawson talks about growing up in Canada, playing hockey, and watching his father become a well-known professional saddle bronc rider. He shares stories about how attending rodeos with his father and watching him in Las Vegas truly inspired him to become the bronc rider that he is today. Dawson also gives us a sneak peek into his life now with his wife Lily and baby girl Honey. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28183514

#153 Singer & Songwriter Jenna Paulette 09/22/2023

#153 Singer & Songwriter Jenna Paulette Jenna Paulette is a cowgirl at heart. She tells us all about growing up in Lewisville, Texas and how she spent lots of time in Thackerville, Oklahoma helping with the family ranch. She talks about how she found her voice and her journey into country music. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/28117958

#152 The Roundtable 08/11/2023

#152 The Roundtable The Roundtable features Jess Pope, Caleb Smidt, Zeke Thurston and Tyler Waguespack. These four champions talk about how they got started in rodeo, what motivates them now, the toll rodeo takes on their bodies and what else keeps them busy throughout the year. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27729126

#151 Miss Rodeo America 2023 Kennadee Riggs 08/07/2023

#151 Miss Rodeo America 2023 Kennadee Riggs What a joy Miss Rodeo America Kennadee Riggs is! Kennadee shares many stories from what it was like growing up with 5 siblings, serving a mission in Brazil, her experience taking on the Miss Rodeo America Pagent, and what it is like now on the road. Her passion and faith-driven personality shines throughout the episode. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27686562

#150 7X PRCA World Champion Stetson Wright 07/28/2023

#150 7X PRCA World Champion Stetson Wright The accolades for this world champion cowboy continue. Stetson Wright explains why he is more dedicated than ever, how his mindset on winning has changed and what keeps him going. He also opens up and shares fun stories about his daughter playing t-ball, buying his mom a Jeep and life on the road with Ky Hamilton. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27589476

#149 4X PRCA World Champion Tie-Down Roper Caleb Smidt 07/20/2023

#149 4X PRCA World Champion Tie-Down Roper Caleb Smidt Caleb Smidt opened up and had a candid conversation. He talked a lot about his star horse Pockets and walked through their career together. Then he shared stories about the family and what is to come in the future for this world champion tie-down roper. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27525483

#148 3X World Champion Saddle Bronc Rider Zeke Thurston 07/13/2023

#148 3X World Champion Saddle Bronc Rider Zeke Thurston You are going to hear a little bit of everything from Zeke Thurston. He talks about Canadian food, living in both Texas and Canada, rodeo travel, cattle business, the new baby on the way, Vegas, and of course the Wrangler NFR. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27460638

#147 2X PRCA World Champion Team Ropers Kaleb Driggers & Junior Nogueira 07/06/2023

#147 2X PRCA World Champion Team Ropers Kaleb Driggers & Junior Nogueira This is a powerful duo and talking to them together you see how much knowledge is between the two ropers. Kaleb and Junior share a lot about the individual nuances that make this team sport work. But they share about their own individual journeys through rodeo and how they ultimately lean on each other to win a gold buckle. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27329205

#146 3X PRCA World Champion Steer Wrestler Tyler Waguespack 06/29/2023

#146 3X PRCA World Champion Steer Wrestler Tyler Waguespack Tyler Waguespack is a strong athlete with 3 world titles in steer wrestling but there is definitely a business side to this cowboy. Tyler shares all about the business, the dynamics, the camaraderie amongst the steer wrestlers, and ultimately what his goals are with his rodeo career. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27328269

#145 2022 PRCA World Champion Bareback Rider Jess Pope 06/23/2023

#145 2022 PRCA World Champion Bareback Rider Jess Pope Weddings, Missouri, Elfs, and a whole lot more conversation with this first-time world champion bareback rider! Jess Pope also shares about the start of his passion for rodeo and how that has developed into him becoming the champion rider that he is today. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27249075

#144 4X WPRA World Champion Barrel Racer Hailey Kinsel 06/16/2023

#144 4X WPRA World Champion Barrel Racer Hailey Kinsel Back with her 4th WPRCA world title, Hailey Kinsel walks through the challenges she experienced at this last NFR and what little moments made this one unique. She talks about the championship mentality she has built over the years. And she also shares a whole lot about Sister and a few other horses that are now on the road with her. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/27178182

#143 4X NFR Qualifier/ NFR Broadcaster Butch Knowles 05/12/2023

#143 4X NFR Qualifier/ NFR Broadcaster Butch Knowles Butch Knowles is quite familiar with the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo in more ways than most. Listen to his stories from qualifying for the NFR in Bronc riding to becoming an NFR broadcaster to being inducted into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. He has made quite the impact on the rodeo industry and he shares how impactful it has been on his own life. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/26824989

#142 3X NFR Qualifier Ky Hamilton 05/05/2023

#142 3X NFR Qualifier Ky Hamilton Growing up in Australia, Ky Hamilton's story is unique compared to most. He began rodeoing in Australia and then made a move to America to start his ProRodeo journey. He talks about his big wins, qualifying for the NFR, and what it's like to travel with Stetson Wright all year. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/26748522

#141 NFR Qualifier Riley Web 04/28/2023

#141 NFR Qualifier Riley Web Riley Webb is an experienced roper even at the age of 19. Listen to him tell his story about growing up around rodeo, competing at the junior level, qualifying for the NFR, and winning the Resistol Rookie of the Year Award in tie-down roping and all-around. Riley still has some big dreams but is humble about them all. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/26685168

#140 5X PRCA Steer Wrestling Champion Luke Branquinho 04/21/2023

#140 5X PRCA Steer Wrestling Champion Luke Branquinho Inducted into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame this year, Luke Branquinho is a cowboy dedicated to Western life. Listen to him share stories about his rodeo career, what he is up to today, and what will keep him busy in this next season of life. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/26615556

#139 NFR Qualifier Bayleigh Choate 04/21/2023

#139 NFR Qualifier Bayleigh Choate The 2022 rodeo season was quite the year for Bayleigh Choate. Listen to her tell her story about how she become Resistol Rookie of the Year and an NFR Qualifier during a year she didn't anticipate to rodeo full-time. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/26614899

#138 2022 PRCA Clown / Barrelman Of The Year - John Harrison 04/07/2023

#138 2022 PRCA Clown / Barrelman Of The Year - John Harrison John Harrison is quite the character! He shares all sorts of stories about his time traveling around the country with his family. He also explains his childhood and how he got into the business of entertaining on this episode of NFR Extra. /episode/index/show/nfrextra/id/26478927

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