Blazing Trails

Doug Champion is a personal trainer that lives in Huntsville Texas. On the podcast we talk about his childhood traveling around all over the country, we also talk about rodeo and how after a bad wreck which resulted in Doug breaking his back he took therapy into his own hands and he started doing CrossFit. He healed up and became competitive and started competing in CrossFit. He later became a business owner being the owner and operator of CrossFit Huntsville. Doug later started traveling with country music star Cody Johnson, being his personal trainer. Now Doug has started his own online personal training business called Champion Living Strength + Conditioning. I hope you guys enjoy the podcast. Follow Doug Champion on:Instagram: @champion.livingFacebook: Doug ChampionWebsite: championlivingfitness.comSponsors:Bison Union: @bisonunion www.bisonunion.comSankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeo @wadesankeyPWR PRO: @pwrpro_ www.pwrprocbd.comUse Promo Code "Blazing Trails" at checkout and save $10 Plus FREE SHIPPIN

Stephen Mullins lives in Sheridan Wyoming and is the owner of Red Bison Studio. Stephen hand crafts beautiful custom cups, bowls and coffee mugs. If you want something made out of clay he is your guy!!! Stephen is truly an artist! On the podcast we talked about what got him interested in pottery, how he grew his business and the ins and outs of what it takes to make something out of clay. I hope you enjoy the podcast!You can follow Stephen Mullins on:Instagram: @redbisonstudioFacebook: Red Bison StudioWebsite: shop.redbisonstudio.comSponsors:Bison Union: @bisonunion www.bisonunion.comSankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeoPWR PRO CBD: @pwrpro_ www.pwrprocbd.comUse PROMO CODE: "Blazing Trails" Save $10 & get FREE SHIPPINGKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Cole Erie served in the Minnesota Army National Guard and now he is a Beverage Events Director out of Saint Cloud Minnesota. Cole is hands down my oldest friend, and even though the years and the miles have taken us down different roads that friendship still remains. On the podcast we talk about his journey in the Army National Guard then we discuss his job as the Beverage Events Director and what that all entails. Then we dive into what it takes to get sponsors and how to better market yourself. And finally we cover his amazing mindset and how he remains positive no matter the circumstance. As Cole would say "Make today a GREAT ONE"!!! Enjoy the show.You can follow Cole Erie on:Instagram: @coleerieFaceBook: Cole ErieSponsors:Bison Union: @bisonunion (www.bisonunion.com)Sankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeo @wadesankeyPWR PRO: @pwrpro_ (www.pwrprocbd.com)Use promo code "BLAZINGTRAILS" save $10 and get FREE shipping at checkout!!! Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Dave Thompson lives in Sheridan Wyoming and his passion in life is shooting his bow and arrow. On the podcast we talk about the nuts and bolt of archery and all the different avenues a person can take to get involved. Also we talk about his journey in the competition side of archery and what trials and tribulations he had to over come to get to where he is today. I hope you enjoy the show!Follow Dave on:Facebook: Dave ThompsonSponsors:Bison Union: www.bisonunion.com / @bisonunionSankeyprorodeo: @sankeyprorodeoPWRPRO: www.pwrprocbd.com @pwrpro_Use Promo Code: "BLAZINGTRAILS" and save $10 & get FREE shipping!!!Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Stephanie Penrose was born and raise in Sheridan Wyoming. She grew up in a family that is big into outdoors activities and grand adventure. Along with being very active outside she was also big into playing sports. On the podcast we talk about her upbringing, playing college basketball and her mindset on being successful and a team player. We also talk about how she got into teaching, her parenting strategy, making a relationship work and her photography business. I hope you guys enjoy this podcast.You can follow Stephanie Penrose:Instagram: @stephaniepenrose & @stephaniestenderphotography & @sheridanscienceFacebook: Stephanie Stender Penrose & Stephanie Stender PhotographyGoogle: Stephanie Stender PhotographySponsors: Bison Union: www.bisonunion.com @bisonunionSankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeoPWR PRO CBD: www.pwrprocbd.com @pwrpro_Use Promo Code "BLAZINGTRAILS" at checkout and save $10 and get FREE SHIPPING!!!Don't forget to like, subscribe, review and tell a friend or family member about the sho

Link Weaver lives in Sheridan Wyoming. On the podcast we talk about how he got into building saddles and what that process entails and we also talk about how he got into making bucking machines. Link is full of knowledge and stories. We talk about working for King's Saddlery for 30+ years, rodeoing and much more. I hope you enjoy the show!Follow Link Weaver on:Facebook: Link Weaver & Link Weaver Saddles and Bucking MachinesInstagram: @link.weaverEmail: linkweaverleather@yahoo.comSponsors:Bison Union: @bisonunion www.bisonunion.comSankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeoKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Cort Petersen lives in Gillette Wyoming and works at HUB International. Cort is also a State Champion and a college All-American Wrestler. He is a husband and proud father of four girls and in his spare time he coaches, trains with upcoming wrestlers and still competes at a veteran level. On the podcast we talk about his mindset, what advice he would give and lots of wrestling stories. I hope you guys enjoy the podcast.Sponsors: Bison Union: @bisonunion www.bisonunion.comSankey Pro Rodeo: @sankeyprorodeoKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Cyrus Western is from Sheridan Wyoming and is a Republican for House District 51 in Wyoming. On the podcast we talk about what got him interested in politics. We also talk about the process of his day to day and what he does when he is not in Cheyenne. We also discuss issues he is and has worked on, hunting and much more. I hope you guys enjoy!You can follow Cyrus on: Instagram: @cyruswesternFacebook: Cyrus WesternTwitter: @cyruswesternWebsite: www.votewestern.comAlso checkout Bison Union at www.bisonunion.com!Instagram and Facebook: @bisonunionAnd Sankey Pro Rodeo:Instagram and Facebook: @sankeyprorodeoKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

On episode #70 I sat down with former Sheridan High School football Head Coach Don Julian, present Head Coach Jeff Mowry, and the Linemen Coach Kevin Rizer. They have been coaching at SHS for the past 13 years and have been in the State Championship game 8 times and won State 6 of the 8. Sheridan has won the most football state championship in the state of Wyoming in the largest class 4A. On the show we talk about coaching young boys into becoming men. We also discuss leadership, hard work, dedication and faith. I hope you guys enjoy the show.Also remember to check out Bison Union at BisonUnion.comKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

John Faulkenberry served in the United States Army as a Ranger. On the podcast we talked about why he joined the Army and what he did. How he met his wife, what its like being a leader and the battle where he got wounded. John is an extremely humble man who would do anything for his wife, kids, friends and Country. I feel very lucky to call this man my friend. I hope you guys enjoy the show. You can follow John on:Facebook: John FaulkenberryKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Sierra Zowada is from Sheridan Wyoming. She moved to Texas and competed in rodeo for Tarleton State University in Stephenville Texas. After college she moved to Austin and became a yoga instructor. Now she is back home in Sheridan and is working as an accountant for Weatherby Inc. On the podcast we talk about how Sierra got into yoga and why she moved to Austin. We also discuss how she was borderline vegan and how she made her transformation into being a hunter and eating meat and working for a gun company. I hope y'all enjoy the show!You can follow Sierra Zowada on:Instagram: @sierrazoFacebook: Sierra ZowadaPlease like and follow Blazing Trails Podcast on both Instagram and Facebook.Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Rick Hutton lives in Bozeman Montana and is one of the most genuine guys I've ever met and is the true definition of salt of the earth! Rick is an avid outdoorsman who spends his free time hunting and fishing. And when he is not doing those activities he is taking pictures of people doing those things. After high school Rick served in the United States Marine Corps, then when he got out he got a job working for the Forest Service and now he works for FHF Gear. On the podcast we talk about his life story. I hope you enjoy the podcast. Follow Rick on:Instagram: @rhuttonjrFacebook: Richard HuttonPlease rate/review and leave a comment!You can find Blazing Trails Podcast on both Facebook and Instagram.Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Kelsey Johnson lives in Bozeman Montana and is an artist, professional agriculturalist, and outdoors enthusiast. On the podcast we start out with a mad minute of rapid fire questions. Then we talk about her day job and then transition into how and why she moved out west. Then we dive deep into her art work and the process she goes through in creating these amazing pieces of art! Then to wrap it up we talk about her photography and what got her interested in hunting. I hope you enjoy the podcast.You can follow Kelsey Johnson on:Instagram: @k_raejohnsWebsite: www.kraeartworks.comPlease leave me a rating and a comment wherever you get your podcast.Follow Blazing Trails Podcast on:Instagram: @blazingtrailspodcastFacebook: Blazing Trails PodcastKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Bert Kuntz is the owner of Bison Union located in Sheridan Wyoming. Bert served as a Green Beret in the Special Forces as a Medic. After the Army he worked on a ranch in Texas. Now he calls Wyoming home and owns and operates Bison Union coffee shop. On the podcast we talk a lot about his philosophy on life and a lot more. Bert is an All American, AMERICAN! I hope you guys enjoy the show!You can follow Bert on:Instagram: @bisonunion / @bisonunioncoffee / @bertkuntzFacebook: Bison Union Co. & Bison Union Coffee Companywww.bisonunion.comPlease follow Blazing Trails Podcast on Facebook and Instagram.Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Luke Pulscher is from Hot Springs South Dakota and has won 5 Arm Wrestling National Titles in the last three years!!! He works a normal nine to five job has a wife and three kids and trains for Arm Wrestling full time as well. On the podcast we talk about how he got into Arm Wrestling. Also we talk about how he trains both mentally and physically. What advice he would give and much much more! I really enjoyed this podcast and I hope you do too.You can follow Luke on:Facebook: Luke PulscherInstagram: @armpower_Also please like and subscribe to the podcast.And please checkout the Blazing Trails Facebook and Instagram page to stay updated on all things Blazing Trails!Keep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Randy Britton is a rodeo pickup man for the Cervi Rodeo Company. I had the chance to sit down with Randy in Clovis New Mexico and we talked about how he got into rodeo, why he chose to be a pickup man and what it takes to do that job. He also gave some great advice. I hope you enjoy everyone.Also please check out the Blazing Trails Facebook and Instagram page. And also please write a comment and leave a rating wherever you get your podcasts.You can follow Randy on:Facebook: @ Randy BrittonKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Larry Sandvick lives in Kaycee Wyoming and has been to the NFR 12X in the Bareback Riding event. He is also the owner of Wild Man Riggins. On the podcast we talk about his rodeo career and his philosophy on riding bucking horses. We also talk about his business making bareback riggins and why he is so passionate about rodeo! I had a great conversation with Larry. I hope you guys enjoy it!You can follow Larry on:Facebook: Larry SandvickFacebook: Wild Man RigginsInstagram: @wildman_rigginsInstagram: @wildmanrigginsWebsite: www.wildmanriggins.comKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Tom Balding lives in Sheridan Wyoming and is the owner of Tom Balding Bits and Spurs. On the podcast we talk about how Tom grew up in California and worked as a welder. Then in his mid-twenties he watched the movie "Black Stallion" which inspired him to move out west. We talked about the move and how he got into making bits and spurs and starting the business. I hope you enjoy the podcast!You can find Tom Balding on:Facebook: Tom Balding Bits & SpursInstagram: @tombaldingbitsandspursWebsite: www.tombalding.comKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Justin Lemke is a rancher, coyote hunter and fur buyer from Broadus Montana. On the podcast we talk about how Justin got into hunting coyotes and all the ins and outs of hunting them and why they are so hard to hunt. Then we talk about how and why he started fur buying and we even talk a little trapping. And finally we talked some elk hunting to top it off. You can follow Justin Lemke on:Instagram: @Justin_lemke13Facebook: Justin LemkeKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!

Jory Zurcher grew up in Mitchell Nebraska but now lives in Buffalo Wyoming. Jory is one of the most humble people I've ever met and is the salt of the earth. He is also a man of many talents, he is a cowboy and trains calf roping horses, he is an artist and an art teacher, he plays the drums and guitar and he also does leather work just to name a few. I had a great time talking with Jory and I hope you guys enjoy the podcast.You can follow Jory Zurcher on:Instagram: @zurcherjcFacebook: Jory ZurcherKeep Blazing Trails and Telling Tales!!!