Among Champions

How Horses Are Helping People Beat Addiction

🚀 In this powerful episode of Among Champions, host Ramon Dominguez sits down with Frank Taylor, co-founder of Stable Recovery, and former champion jockey Herbie Castillo Jr. Together, they share an inspiring conversation about addiction, recovery, faith, purpose, and the healing power of horses. Frank discusses how his own recovery journey led to the creation of Stable Recovery, a groundbreaking program that combines horsemanship, the 12 Steps, and community support to help individuals rebuild their lives. Herbie openly shares his personal struggles with alcoholism, his path to sobriety, and how Stable Recovery gave him a renewed sense of purpose. This heartfelt discussion explores resilience, redemption, and the incredible impact of helping others. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Frank Taylor – Co-Founder of Stable Recovery 🏡 Herbie Castillo Jr. – Former Champion Jockey & Stable Recovery Mentor 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ The creation and mission of Stable Recovery ✔️ Herbie Castillo Jr.'s personal recovery journey ✔️ The healing connection between horses and people ✔️ Faith, humility, and the power of the 12 Steps ✔️ Building purpose, discipline, and community in recovery 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Frank Taylor: 🌐 Website → https://www.stablerecovery.net/ 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ [https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/] 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ [https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/] 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/ [https://iconsofrealestate.com/]

How a Rescue Horse Became a World Champion

🚀 In this heart-warming episode of Among Champions, host Ramon Dominguez sits down with Amanda Delgado to share the remarkable story of her rescue horse, Athena. What began as a heartbreaking rescue mission transformed into an extraordinary partnership built on trust, patience, and perseverance. Amanda recounts how Athena went from a neglected and fearful horse facing overwhelming odds to becoming a multiple World Champion and the first Western Dressage horse to earn USEF Horse of the Year honors. This powerful conversation explores resilience, belief, and the life-changing bond between horse and rider. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Amanda Delgado – Professional Western Dressage Trainer, Judge, Coach & Owner of Olympus Equestrian 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Amanda’s background in horses and military service ✔️ Rescuing Athena from neglect and abuse ✔️ Building trust with a fearful rescue horse ✔️ Success in Western Dressage competition ✔️ Winning USEF Horse of the Year and future goals 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Amanda Delgado: 🌐 Website → https://www.olympusequestrian.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/olympusequestriannc/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/olympusequestriannc/ 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ [https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/] 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ [https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/] 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/ [https://iconsofrealestate.com/]

How Entrepreneurs Know When It’s Time to Go All In

🚀 In this episode of Among Champions, host Ramon Dominguez sits down with Keith Augustine, co-founder of Lazy Dog Cookies, to discuss the incredible journey of building a nationally recognized pet brand from the kitchen of their home. Keith shares the leap of faith he and his wife Amy took when leaving behind corporate security at Heinz to pursue their passion for creating healthy, innovative dog treats. From farmers markets and garage bakeries to over 6,000 retail locations worldwide, this episode is packed with entrepreneurial lessons, resilience, innovation, and purpose-driven business growth. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest: 🏡 Keith Augustine – Co-Founder & Owner of Lazy Dog Cookies 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Transitioning from corporate leadership to entrepreneurship ✔️ Growing a business from a home kitchen to national retail chains ✔️ The challenges of scaling manufacturing while maintaining quality ✔️ How PetSmart helped accelerate national growth ✔️ Why giving back to animals remains central to the company’s mission 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Keith Augustine: 🌐 Website → https://lazydogcookies.com/ 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/lazydogcookies/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/lazydogcookies/ 🔗 LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-augustine-0ba761182/ 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ [https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/] 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ [https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/] 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/ [https://iconsofrealestate.com/]

Cherie Devaux on Horsemanship, Leadership & Winning the Derby

🚀 In this conversation, Ramon Dominguez sits down with Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Cherie Devaux to explore her incredible journey from hot walker to one of the most respected trainers in horse racing. Cherie opens up about leaving pre-med school, overcoming self-doubt, learning under Chuck Simon and Chad Brown, launching her own stable, and the mindset that carried her through the toughest moments of her career. She also shares her views on horsemanship, mentorship, aftercare, discipline, and what’s next after winning the Kentucky Derby. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Cherie Devaux – Thoroughbred Horse Trainer 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Cherie Devaux’s rise from hot walker to Kentucky Derby-winning trainer ✔️ The role of discipline and mental toughness in high-performance environments ✔️ Mentorship lessons from Chuck Simon and Chad Brown ✔️ Building a successful horse racing stable and culture ✔️ The future of horsemanship, technology, and aftercare ✔️ Advice for young women entering the horse racing industry 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Cherie Devaux: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/cdevauxracing/ 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/reredevaux/ [https://www.instagram.com/reredevaux/] Photo by: Gonzalo Anteliz Jr 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ [https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/] 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ [https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/] 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/ [https://iconsofrealestate.com/]

Reinventing Yourself After Success | Trevor McCarthy

Most people chase success. Few question it. In this episode of Among Champions, Ramon Dominguez sits down with Trevor McCarthy—a rider who reached the top of elite horse racing, then chose to leave it behind. He grew up in the shadow of his father, Michael McCarthy. Followed the same path. Won at the highest level. Did everything right. And still walked away. This isn’t a story about racing. It’s about identity. What happens when the thing that defines you… no longer fits. Because sometimes the hardest move isn’t climbing higher. It’s knowing when to stop. 🎧 Hosted by: Ramon Dominguez 👤 Guest:🏡 Trevor McCarthy – Former Professional Jockey & Real Estate Investor 💡 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ Life inside professional horse racing ✔️ Mental health challenges athletes face ✔️ Career transition and identity shift ✔️ Family, pressure, and personal growth ✔️ Real estate investing as a new path 🎵 Whether you're an investor, agent, or homebuyer, this episode offers valuable insights! 💼 Connect with Trevor McCarthy: 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/trevormmccarthy/ 🎧 Follow Ramon Dominguez: 👻 Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/ [https://www.facebook.com/RamonDominguez24/] 📸 Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/ [https://www.instagram.com/ramon_dominguez1976/] 💼 Email → r24dominguez@aol.com 📌 Don’t Forget to LIKE 👍, SUBSCRIBE 🔔 & COMMENT 💬 Below! ⭐ Produced by Icons of Real Estate - https://iconsofrealestate.com/ [https://iconsofrealestate.com/]