Hayle Gibson-Stillwell- American Rodeo Champion & Top 5 WPRA Barrel Racer

Hayle Gibson-Stillwell- American Rodeo Champion & Top 5 WPRA Barrel Racer

On this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Janae welcome Hayle Gibson-Stillwell, fresh off her huge victory at The American Rodeo and currently sitting among the top contenders in the WPRA World Standings. Hayle shares the story behind her American Rodeo win, the horses that have helped fuel her success, and what it takes to compete at the highest level of professional barrel racing. We discuss life on the rodeo road, managing expectations after a major victory, the chase for the NFR, and her goals for the remainder of the 2026 season. From one of rodeo's biggest wins to the race for a world championship, this episode offers an inside look at the mindset, preparation, and determination required to compete among the best in the WPRA.

166- Where Rodeo Meets the Road Presents: The High School Rodeo Road

Tonight on Where Rodeo Meets the Road, we open a brand-new lane under The Arena Press: The High School Rodeo Road. This new youth rodeo series will follow the next generation of rodeo athletes, beginning with Texas High School Rodeo Region 3 and continuing through State Finals, Nationals, and the 2026–2027 high school rodeo season. Joining the show is Hadley, a high school junior and competitor who will help bring an authentic voice from inside the arena. Together, we’ll spotlight the stories behind the back numbers — the contestants, horses, parents, miles, pressure, wins, heartbreaks, and everything it takes to chase the short go.

165- Madison Outhier, 2019 American Rodeo Champion Returns to Arlington

On this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Janae sit down with rising breakaway roping talent Madison Outhier as she prepares to compete at The American Rodeo. Madison talks about the road to one of rodeo’s biggest events, the pressure of competing on a major stage, and the mindset it takes to stay sharp in one of the fastest-growing events in western sports. We dive into her horses, preparation, and what she’s focused on heading into The American. If you follow breakaway roping, women’s rodeo, and the next generation of rodeo stars, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. 🤠🎙️

164- PBR Finals 2026 Round 4 Recap | John Crimber Leads, Sage Kimzey Charges & California Rodeo Preview

On this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, Ken and Janae break down the first four rounds of the 2026 PBR World Finals, including John Crimber holding the number one spot and 7-time PRCA World Champion Sage Kimzey proving he’s still one of the best in the game sitting in third. The conversation shifts west as the crew previews some of the biggest upcoming California rodeos and what fans can expect as the spring and summer run heats up. They wrap up the show discussing The American Rodeo coming up May 23rd and 24th and why it continues to be one of the biggest events in rodeo. From bull riding to California rodeo season, this episode covers some of the biggest storylines happening in the western sports world right now. 🤠🎙️

163- Kentucky Derby 2026 Preview | Horsemen Roundtable on Pace, Contenders & Race Strategy

On this episode of Where Rodeo Meets the Road, we break down the 2026 Kentucky Derby from a true horseman’s perspective in a special roundtable discussion with notable horsemen from the racing industry. We dive into the top contenders including Commandment, Renegade, So Happy, and Emerging Market, analyzing prep races, running styles, and how pace will shape the outcome of the race. From the deeper, sandier surface at Gulfstream Park to the tighter dirt at Churchill Downs, we discuss how track conditions, jockey decisions, and positioning in a 20-horse field will ultimately decide who wins the Run for the Roses. This isn’t just a preview — it’s a horseman’s breakdown of what it takes to win the Kentucky Derby. Keywords: Kentucky Derby 2026, Derby contenders, horse racing podcast, Churchill Downs, Gulfstream Park, race strategy, pace analysis, Derby preview, horse racing insights, Run for the Roses