JD Thacker is a reined cowhorse trainer and 7th generation Nevada cowboy. JD grew up cowboying in n his family’s ranch, and later starting colts and showing horses with his Uncle, Dave Thacker. At the 2024 NRCHA futurity, JD had a stand out performance on his stallion, Casino Cat, placing 3rd in the Level 1 futurity and qualifying for the Limited and Intermediate Finals. JD joins Joe to talk about life as an up and coming horse trainer, working for Nick Dowers and cowboying in the Nevada desert.

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Dalton Darnell is a ranch roping clinician, the CEO of 3:10 Ranch Life and the host of the Art of Suffering Podcast. 3:10 Ranch Life is a company that sells ropes, tack and apparel in addition for I hosting ranch roping competitions and clinics. Dalton joins the show to share how he’s been guiding the growth of his company and his approach to managing his team members. In addition to 3:10 Ranch Life, Dalton runs 3:10 EDU, an online educational service focused around teaching people roping, riding, stockmanship and other cowboy skills. Dalton explains his journey of becoming a clinician and his approach to teaching others and running clinics. Tune in to a fun conversation about business, faith, identity and what it means to truly love one another.

Gus Olds is a fitness trainer from the UK who specifically trains horseback riders. Gus' company, The Rider Movement, helps equestrian athletes from cowhorse, polo, dressage and many other disciplines improve their biomechanics to better fit the horse and prevent injury. Joe sits down with Gus to discuss his journey in building The Rider Movement and what he is doing today to help so many horses and riders. Topics discussed include why riders so frequently suffer back pain, the difference between stretching and strength training, and the importance of preparation when attempting to perform at a high level. Tune in for a in depth conversation about what horseback riders can do to have a longer and more effective career in the saddle.