Beyond The Ring

Latest Episodes:

326: Finishing The Fifty Jul 17, 2026

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Ryan and Dale reflect on Ryan’s journey of judging stock shows in all 50 United States.

325: Celebrating The Win Jul 10, 2026

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Ryan and Dale discuss the importance of celebrating the accomplishments of showring families.

324: It Takes a Village Jul 03, 2026

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Barn Culture: the parents, the kid, and the breeder/broker triangle.

323: Fitting 101 Jun 26, 2026

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This week's topic of discussion centers around the fitting of show livestock at shows and at home.

322: Market Madams Jun 19, 2026

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Ryan and Dale take a deep dive into all things market female in the show ring setting.

321: NWS New World Screwworm Jun 12, 2026

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Dale, Ryan and everyone’s favorite guest, Chase, dive into all things NWS.

320: Livestream of Shows - Do’s and Dont’s Jun 05, 2026

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Ryan and Dale discuss all things live-streaming of stock shows.

319: Fix It Jesus May 29, 2026

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Ryan and Dale discuss the growing trend on exhibitors and families asking a judge how to “fix” an animal.

318: It’s All The Same May 22, 2026

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Dale and Ryan discuss how show ring selection pressure is erasing the distinct characteristics that once set each breed apart.

317: Great Ethical Expectations May 15, 2026

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Dale and Ryan discuss how exhibitors are held to immense ethical standards while judges are not at all.