Uncut & Real Raw With Clinton Anderson

Clinton sits down with National Cutting Horse Association $5 Million Rider, Kenny Platt. Kenny has built an impressive career in the western performance horse industry, earning his place among the NCHA’s elite riders. But behind every championship, major paycheck and standout horse is a story filled with hard work, long hours, tough decisions and plenty of setbacks.

What does it take to become one of the winningest competitors in Cowboy Mounted Shooting history? Clinton sits down with multi Overall World Champion and Overall National Champion Kenda Lenseigne for an honest conversation about the hard work and determination it takes to reach the top of a sport and stay there.

What does it take to build a legacy? Dean Tuftin knows. As the owner of DT Horses, Dean has spent decades building one of the most respected rope horse operations in the country. Success like that doesn’t happen by luck.

Few horsemen have shaped the industry quite like John Lyons. Known as “America’s Most Trusted Horseman,” John built a legacy on making horsemanship understandable, practical and accessible for everyday horse owners. Throughout the episode, John and Clinton discuss the responsibility that comes with teaching, the changes they’ve witnessed in the industry over the years and the principles that remain timeless no matter how much horsemanship evolves.

Rhen Richard and Miguel Guerrero of Old West Rope Horse Futurities and Sales sit down with Clinton. The conversation covers everything from the growth of Old West to what it takes to produce a top rope horse and the realities of competing in today’s industry.

Barrel racing powerhouse Tricia Aldridge joins Clinton for a candid conversation about her career and training her record-breaking stallion Adios Pantalones.

Clinton is joined by Don Bell, a high-profile ranch broker and one of the most multifaceted figures in the equine world. The conversation covers everything from Don’s early days in the halter horse industry to what it really takes to succeed at the highest levels of the horse business. They dive into judging, trends in the industry, the realities of ranch ownership, and the hard-earned lessons that only decades of experience can teach.

Chad Beus, co-founder of the Pink Buckle and Ruby Buckle incentive programs, joins for an in-depth conversation about horsemanship, business and the grit it takes to turn bold ideas into successes.

Clinton visits with Denny Gentry, a legend whose influence runs through every corner of modern team roping. Denny founded the USTRC in 1990, launched the World Series of Team Roping in 2006, and played a major role in developing the Riata Stallion Incentive in 2022.

Clinton sits down with Miles Baker, professional horseman, team roper and co-owner of the Relentless Remuda, to talk about the challenges and glory behind building world-class rope horses.

Clinton welcomes National Reining Horse Association Hall of Fame rider Andrea Fappani—a legend in the reining world known for his precision, discipline and relentless pursuit of excellence. With more than $9 million in lifetime NRHA earnings, Andrea’s built one of the most respected training programs in the world.

Legendary, hall of fame western sports entertainer and media personality, Flint Rasmussen spent decades electrifying crowds in the PBR arena with his sharp wit, humor and energy. Now, he’s sitting down with Clinton for an unfiltered conversation about life in the spotlight, lessons learned and what comes next.

Thiago Boechat joins Clinton to talk about his career as a reining trainer in Brazil and the United States and how his background led to the creation of GeneTech Animal Reproduction. The conversation is packed with Thiago’s insights on leadership, grit and what it takes to pursue your passion relentlessly as well as hard-hitting truths about the future of equine reproduction.

Multi-world champion Bud Lyon sits down with Clinton for a no-holds-barred conversation that pulls back the curtain on the highs and lows of building a career in the western performance horse industry. From hard lessons and turning points to the daily grind behind the scenes and the challenges that come with building a business, nothing is off-limits.

Ten-time National Finals Rodeo qualifier Charly Crawford joins Clinton to talk about the ups and downs of building a successful career, life on the road and creating a family. The two dig into Charly’s current focus and discuss how to successfully pivot from being a competitor to training others and making a mark as a clinician.

When Brett Stone rode Boomernic to the 1992 National Reining Horse Association Open Futurity championship, he brought with him a major change to the sport. Brett joins Clinton to talk about that once-in-a-lifetime moment and how it ultimately shaped today’s reining horses.

Jeremy Barwick joins Clinton to share how he got his start with horses and rose to the top of the cutting horse world before branching out into business.

Mike Roberts of the Converse Cowboy joins Clinton to talk about navigating life, running a podcast and the most poignant lessons they’ve each learned from their guests.

Alvin Fults joins Clinton to share how he turned a passion into one of the best success stories in the equine industry. Alvin, along with his wife Becky, built the career of the great Metallic Cat, and the couple has even bigger dreams for National Cutting Horse Association Hall of Fame stallion Stevie Rey Von.

National Cutting Horse Association Hall of Fame rider Matt Gaines joins Clinton to share the journey he took to becoming one of the greatest cutting horse trainers in NCHA history. Throughout the episode, Matt shares his love for cutting, what it takes to be a top trainer and advice for up-and-coming horsemen looking to make their mark in the western performance horse industry.

Steve Ross visits with Clinton to discuss how he built a successful career and then re-imagined his business to thrive in a niche market. The conversation is filled with nuggets of wealth for up-and-coming industry leaders and focuses on the importance of horse trainers breaking from the norm and embracing challenges.

NCHA Hall of Fame horseman Jody Galyean joins Clinton to share how he built his career, the ins and outs of acquiring success in the equine industry and tips for aspiring trainers.

Clinton visits with Colton Woods, a horseman and entrepreneur, to take on controversial subjects in the equine industry and discuss the value of being authentic and staying true to your ideals.

Master rawhide braider Jay Adcock joins Clinton to share how his upbringing and years spent working on ranches encouraged his craftsmanship and built his career.

World champion trainer Troy Compton joins Clinton for a conversation about how Troy built his legendary career, tips for success in life and the equine industry, and how his biggest challenges forged his success.

Jason Martin and Charlie Cole join Clinton to share their decorated careers, what it took to build Highpoint Performance Horses, and the challenges they faced becoming industry leaders. Based in Pilot Point, Texas, Jason and Charlie have trained multiple AQHA and APHA Super Horses and over 100 world champions in a wide variety of events from western pleasure and trail to driving and equitation over fences.

Clinton visits with eight-time calf roping world champion Fred Whitfield. Fred shares how he went from a kid riding ponies bareback to earning more prize money in calf roping than any previous competitor. You’ll be inspired by Fred’s fierce competitive spirit and the tenacity it took to build his unparalleled career.

Clinton visits with 21-time NFR cowboy JD Yates. JD shares the ins and outs of his legendary career, what it's like rodeoing with family, and tales of being a high-stakes competitor.

Clinton visits with Hall of Fame horseman Bob Avila who has earned over 37 World Champion or Reserve World Champion titles in events ranging from performance to halter. Bob shares how he built his career, the ins and outs of the equine industry and tips for aspiring trainers.

Actor and consultant Mo Brings Plenty joins Clinton to discuss his upbringing in the Lakota Nation, what led him to becoming an actor, his role on Yellowstone and his love of horsemanship.

Hall of Fame horsemen Tommy and Kyle Manion join Clinton on the podcast. The father and son team share how Tommy built his unparalleled career and discuss his legacy and what they see for the future of the western performance horse industry.

Comedian, actor and writer Rodney Carrington joins Clinton on the podcast to talk about how he discovered his passion for performing and the steps he took to build his career.

Clinton continues his conversation with Bobby Smith of Rod Patrick Bootmakers and Miller International. Bobby discusses the lessons he learned on the road as a sale rep and shares tips for aspiring business owners.

Clinton visits with longtime horseman Bobby Smith who is president of Rod Patrick Bootmakers and vice president of Miller International. Bobby shares how growing up on the Quarter Horse show circuit put him on track for establishing a successful career.

Clinton visits with confidence and business coach Christina Lecuyer about her journey to becoming a professional golfer turned TV personality to the mission she’s on today to help others find success in life.

Clinton continues his conversation with world-champion barrel racer and entrepreneur Fallon Taylor.

Clinton visits with world-champion barrel racer and entrepreneur Fallon Taylor to learn about her start in the equine industry and how she impacted the rodeo scene and inspired a legion of loyal followers.

Dale shares challenges he and Alan had to overcome while building Cirrus Aircraft and issues he sees companies facing today.

Dale Klapmeier joins Clinton to talk about his upbringing and what led him and his brother Alan to creating Cirrus Aircraft.

Clinton and Melanie discuss setbacks Melanie has faced in her career and how she went on to establish Solo Select Horses and became a leader in online horse sales.

Melanie shares how she chased her passion for horses and worked her way up to build Solo Select Horses, a thriving business and leader in online horse sales.

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