Charly Crawford Podcast

Kolton Schmidt from Barrhead, Alberta has made the NFR twice on the head side, and right now he’s chasing down his third qualification with just a few weeks left in the 2025 season. We talk about the horsepower it takes to win, finding the right partner, and how time on the road has taught him to lean into his strengths instead of worrying about what everyone else is doing.We also get into why team roping still isn’t in Calgary, what rodeos Kolton has left this year, and what his path looks like if he’s going to punch that ticket to Vegas one more time.This episode is brought to you by Cowboy Steel Construction. If you're in need of a top-tier metal building, check out Cowboy Steel on their Facebook or Instagram Page, call the owner Trey Norris at 903-348-4611, or send them an email at cowboysteel2k@gmail.com to see what they can do for you!Check out all the amazing products that Ezra Tech Ranch Gear has to offer at ezratechgear.com. Use code “Charly10” for a 10% discount on any product they offer, like their best-selling Truck Scabbard. My first online course is available for download at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills.

Judd Henderson is a rancher, businessman, and proud Texan from Jewett. After graduating from Texas A&M and building a career in business, he’s now pouring that knowledge into the next generation. Together with his oldest son Deacon, Judd launched Ezra Tech Ranch Gear—a fast-growing venture run entirely by teenagers, giving them real-world experience in entrepreneurship and enterprise. His passion for youth, leadership, and the western way of life is both inspiring and infectious.Check out all the amazing products that Ezra Tech Ranch Gear has to offer at ezratechgear.com. Use code “Charly10” for a 10% discount on any product they offer, like their best-selling Truck Scabbard. The Charly Crawford Podcast is proud to be a partner with NRS. They are a one-stop shop for everything Western. Shop in-store at their locations in Decatur, Texas, Granbury, Texas, and Wickenburg, Arizona, or online at ⁠nrsworld.com⁠. Be sure to check out my first of many online courses at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills.

Chief Warrant Officer 4 (Ret.) Greg Coker spent 22 years in the U.S. Army, including 15 flying the AH-6 “Little Bird” with the elite 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment—the Nightstalkers. He’s the author of Death Waits in the Dark: Six Guns Don’t Miss!, a powerful firsthand account of combat, survival, and the fight to transition back to civilian life. All proceeds from his book go to veteran nonprofits, continuing his mission of service. In this episode, Greg shares gripping stories from the cockpit, the toll of war, and the resilience it takes to overcome life’s darkest battles.Check out https://www.bladesforbrothers.com/ to see all that Greg is involved in and to get a copy of his book!   Go to https://libertyandloyaltyfoundation.com/ to get all the information on the upcoming American Hero Celebration, November 7-9, 2025.Be sure to check out my first of many online courses at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills.Open Host Dates for Clinics in 2025September 5-7October 10-12October24-26November 1-2November 21-23Inquiry form and details can all be found at ⁠charlycrawford.training/host-a-clinic/

From the arena to the mic, Arkie Kiehne has done it all. In this episode, the voice of the USTRC shares his journey from roper to announcer, the evolution of team roping, and the moments that defined his career. Packed with stories, humor, and insights into the community that keeps this sport alive. Be sure to check out my first of many online courses at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills. Use code BACK2SCHOOL for 25% percent off The Basics of Roping in the month of August!Open Host Dates for Clinics in 2025September 5-7October 10-12October 24-26November 1-2November 21-23Inquiry form and details can all be found at ⁠charlycrawford.training/host-a-clinic/Check out Corvive’s awesome lineup of products by going to corvive.com/crawford. New customers get 10% off their order when you use this link!

This week, five-time NFR qualifier and 2016 World Champion Heeler Jeremy Buhler joins the show to talk about his big wins at Reno, Cheyenne, and the Old West Futurity. We dive into his journey from an unlikely roping country to the top of the sport, his thoughts on horses, rodeo life, and balancing it all with family. A true champion in and out of the arena, Jeremy brings powerful insight and great stories you won’t want to miss.Be sure to check out my first of many online courses at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills.It’s never to early to sign up for my next NRS Beginners Clinic happening October 3-5 in Decatur, Texas. Sign up now at ⁠charlycrawford.training/clinics/⁠ 

Two-time World Champion Header Tyler Wade is back. We break down his and Wesley’s recent wins—like Spanish Fork and a reserve title at Cheyenne—and talk about the hottest teams on the trail. Tyler shares real insight on the growth of team roping, his new role in producing the World Youth Championships, and the gritty side of staying mentally tough through the highs and lows.This episode is brought to you by Cowboy Steel Construction. If you're in need of a top-tier metal building, check out Cowboy Steel on their Facebook or Instagram Page, call the owner Trey Norris at 903-348-4611, or send them an email at cowboysteel2k@gmail.com to see what they can do for you!It’s never to early to sign up for my next NRS Beginners Clinic happening October 3-5 in Decatur, Texas. Sign up now at ⁠charlycrawford.training/clinics/⁠ Open Host Dates for Clinics in 2025September 26-28October 10-12November 1-2November 21-23Inquiry form and details can all be found at ⁠charlycrawford.training/host-a-clinic/

On this week’s episode, I have Jill Edwards, the visionary behind the "Something Special All Girl Breakaway Roping" event in Stephenville, Texas. Discover how Jill's passion for creating opportunities for young female ropers has transformed the landscape of breakaway roping. From humble beginnings to a thriving annual event, Jill shares her journey, the challenges faced, and the incredible growth of this empowering platform. Tune in to hear about the impact on the community, the future of women's rodeo, and the exciting plans for this year's competition. Don't miss this episode filled with insights, stories, and the drive to give the young girls a platform to shine!For more information on the Something Special Breakaway, visit their Facebook or Instagram page, or email Jill directly at somethingspecialroping@gmail.com. Be sure to check out my first of many online courses at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills.It’s never to early to sign up for my next NRS Beginners Clinic happening October 3-5 in Decatur, Texas. Sign up now at ⁠charlycrawford.training/clinics/⁠ 

Larry Rice is the owner of Flag Ranch, LLC, based in Purcell, Oklahoma, and known for its outstanding Quarter Horse program. Flag Ranch horses are standouts in the roping arena, on the track, and in the show pen—especially when it comes to cow-bred bloodlines.In this episode, we sit down with Larry to talk about the breeding program at Flag Ranch, the pedigrees that have worked best for them, and much more. Larry is a true horseman, and his top-tier knowledge shines through in the success Flag Ranch has achieved across multiple disciplines.Be sure to check out my first of many online courses at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills.Check out Corvive’s awesome lineup of products by going to corvive.com/crawford. New customers get 10% off their order when you use this link!It’s never to early to sign up for my next NRS Beginners Clinic happening October 3-5 in Decatur, Texas. Sign up now at ⁠charlycrawford.training/clinics/⁠ 

This week on the podcast, Martha Angelone returns to share an inside look at life on the rodeo trail this summer. We recorded just after the first round of Pool C at the Calgary Stampede, where breakaway ropers are competing for a shot at the $50,000 prize.Martha opens up about the mental and physical grind of being on the road, the challenges that come with it, and the importance of slowing down to appreciate the moments outside the arena. It's a real, honest conversation with one of the top breakaway ropers in the game.Be sure to check out my first of many online courses at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills.’s never to early to sign up for my next NRS Beginners Clinic happening October 3-5 in Decatur, Texas. Sign up now at ⁠charlycrawford.training/clinics/⁠ Open Host Dates for Clinics in 2025August 29-31September 12-14September 26-28Inquiry form and details can all be found at ⁠charlycrawford.training/host-a-clinic/

On this episode of The Charly Crawford Podcast, I sit down with Joseph Harrison and Bubba Buckaloo fresh off their first-round win at Cheyenne Frontier Days. Joseph reflects on becoming the first roper to cross the million-dollar mark in the American Rope Horse Futurity Association and shares insights from his win at the Old West Futurity. Bubba is known for riding some of the best head horses in the game. He touches on what he looks for in a horse and what it means to have such awesome horsepower underneath him. We also dive into their Fourth of July rodeo run, and break down what separated the top-earning teams during the busiest week in rodeo—including the key role of horsepower and team chemistry. This episode is brought to you by Cowboy Steel Construction. If you're in need of a top-tier metal building, check out Cowboy Steel on their Facebook or Instagram Page, call the owner Trey Norris at 903-348-4611, or send them an email at cowboysteel2k@gmail.com to see what they can do for you!It’s never to early to sign up for my next NRS Beginners Clinic happening October 3-5 in Decatur, Texas. Sign up now at ⁠charlycrawford.training/clinics/⁠ Be sure to check out my first of many online courses at ⁠charlycrawford.training⁠ under the courses tab. Enrolling only takes a few clicks to access over two hours of instruction, swing breakdowns, and drills.