15 NOV 2021 · It has been 1 week since CFR47 so I thought it would be a great time to sit down with two ladies who were busy the whole week with all things CFR and media, Cassie Hausauer with Lipstick and Cowboy Boots and Darby Crouch with Everything Cowboy, to go through the week from their side of the fence! We discuss the week day by day and round by round and get an inside scoop on all the contestants, animal athletes, and go-round wins. We also chat about the 2021 Canadian Champions and all the award winners from the Night of Champions. If you missed anything from CFR this is definitely an episode you won't want to miss! Thank you to both of these ladies for bringing their expertise and behind the scenes knowledge on the Canadian Finals Rodeo to the Women of the West Podcast!

27 OCT 2021 · Part two of the CFR special brings us the season leader in the Ladies Barrel Racing, Justine Elliott! Not only did this cowgirl qualify for her third CFR this year but her horse, Blondy, brought home her second award in a row as well with, "Barrel Racing Horse with the Most Heart". Justine also talks about her riding experience growing up, what qualifying for her first CFR at 16 years old was like, and her up and coming horses. Thanks again to Justine for coming on and we wish you and Blondy the best of luck as you get ready to head to Red Deer in the next week!

23 OCT 2021 · We're back and ready to talk the Canadian Finals Rodeo! This week features the season leader in the Breakaway Roping, Lakota Bird. Lakota talks about her upbringing, horses, and what it was like competing in both the barrel racing and breakaway roping this year across Canada with the CPRA! We wish nothing but the best for Lakota as she competes in the Breakaway Roping in its debut to the Canadian Finals Rodeo this November in Red Deer!

9 MAY 2021 · Episode 19 brings us Jill Barron! Jill is an exceptional horsewoman and has turned her passion for horses and coaching into a career. In this episode Jill discusses her role with the Working Equitation community, the Calgary Stampede Showriders, and the Heart of the Horse event scheduled for later this year, which Jill will be a trainer in and the FIRST female trainer to take part! This is another great episode for all you horse lovers out there and I can't thank Jill enough for agreeing to come on with her busy schedule!

8 APR 2021 · Welcome back to another week of the Women of the West Podcast! This week I am joined by Dr. Carling Matejka. Dr. Carling takes us through her journey to becoming a mixed animal veterinarian and how she has used social media to educate the public on veterinary medicine and agriculture. She also provides some amazing insight to the agriculture industry and what it may look like in the future. This episode is a favourite of mine as we got to really dive into both veterinary medicine and agriculture and I can't wait for listeners to learn more about these two professions!

24 MAR 2021 · Television Producer, team roper, and Miss Rodeo Canada Alumni, this week features Katy Lucas for Episode 17! This is a great episode to tune in to if you've ever wondered what it takes to be an ambassador for the sport of rodeo while also being an avid competitor. Katy is a great example of what it takes to be woman in the western world and I can't thank her enough for agreeing to come on the podcast!

20 FEB 2021 · Episode 16 brings you Cassie Hausauer with Lipstick & Cowboy Boots! Tune into this really fun episode and get all the inside information on Lipstick & Cowboy Boots, the meaning behind the brand, merchandise, future plans and so much more! Thank you to Cassie for coming on and being so open and honest about all the amazing things you've done over the years, I can't wait to see you down the barrel racing trail! Plus some bonus content at the end where Cassie talks briefly about her experience auditioning for the Bachelor Canada. This is definitely an episode you won't want to miss!

15 FEB 2021 · The life and adventures of Calamity Jane! This week of the miniseries features Calamity Jane and the difficult but memorable life she led. While many of the stories of her may be just that, stories, it doesn't take away from the impact she made on the old west and it's history. Tune in and learn some new details on Calamity Jane and then head over to wherever you get your podcasts and give it a review. We'd love to hear what you have to say about the podcast, miniseries, or who you may want to learn about next!

10 FEB 2021 · Episode 15 brings some interesting facts and knowledge behind the successful rehab and performance horse programs with Katie Imler, owner and operator of Coulee Equine! Cozy up from the cold and get a really great inside look at the operations of Coulee Equine with everything from the programs, equipment, and the newest addition, Connected by Coulee. This is a great episode to tune in to if you've thought about sending a horse to Coulee Equine but didn't really know much about the process or what the programs entailed. Best part is that the February Special will continue until the end of the month and you won't want to miss that amazing deal! Thanks Katie for talking equine performance and rehabilitation with me, it's one of my favourite topics!

6 FEB 2021 · Born in 1860 Annie Oakley is a true legend in the old west for her famous marksmanship skills. We take a step by step look at her life through the years and all the things she accomplished. Annie Oakley truly embodied the values that the "Women of the West" Podcast holds and we are beyond pleased that she is the first woman to be showcased in the "Women of the Old West" mini series.