Stay ConnectedThe Converse Cowboy is a Podcast that focuses on mindset and mental health as it relates to performance and in life. This platform has given me the opportunity to sit down with some amazing people, to tease out their habits and routines so that you can apply and test in your own life. With a growth mindset, I am constantly asking questions and pursuing knowledge. The Converse Cowboy Show allows me to do just that.
I’m Mike Roberts and this is The Converse Cowboy.
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Tune in to this episode with the legendary Tilden Hooper, professional bareback rider whose relentless pursuit of greatness has led him to the prestigious NFR an impressive nine times.
Tilden knew at a relatively young age that riding bareback horses was what he was put here to do. With an unwavering focus on his dream, he defied the odds and embraced the challenge, forgoing any backup plan. Discover the raw determination and dedication that helped him conquer both triumphs and tribulations throughout his remarkable career.
Throughout the past few years of his journey, Tilden has displayed remarkable consistency in his performances, gaining the admiration of fans and fellow riders alike. However, the path to success was not without its share of obstacles. From enduring multiple injuries, to facing setbacks that would deter most, Tilden's unshakable spirit and unwavering confidence proved to be his true riding partners.
In this exclusive interview, Tilden Hooper opens up about the highs and lows of his captivating journey. Listen in as he shares riveting tales of facing the toughest bucking horses in the world, all while staying true to his passion and purpose.
Whether you're a seasoned rodeo enthusiast or someone seeking inspiration in the face of adversity, Tilden's story will leave you spellbound. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to learn from a true rodeo legend and uncover the secrets to triumphing over life's challenges.
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Author of "The Lost Cowboy", J.B. Zielke stopped by the studio. We discuss many of his adventures mentioned in his book; a memoir that captures his experience cowboying on 6 continents. From riding reindeer in Mongolia, wild African horses and hiding from stray bullets in Mexico, there's not a dull moment in this book. This collection of true stories will have you on the edge of your seat.
"As cattlemen, we dream of what life was like on a trail crew driving herds north with no fences in sight. Places where technology fades away, and the spirit of the wild is still king. Something has driven J.B. to travel to where the modern world has just begun to meet the untamed land. In this book, he records what those worlds are like while they still exist". (Foreword by Colter Wall). Enjoy the show!!
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Tune into this episode to learn more about Jose Cruz, professional cutting horse trainer, with over $400K in NCHA lifetime earnings. Jose has only been playing the professional cutting horse game for about 10 years now. From his humble beginnings cleaning stalls, to now making finals consistently at the highest level. Jose Cruz has already made a positive impact on the NCHA in his short career.
It wasn't that long ago that he was waking up at 3am to clean stalls, feeding horses at 7am; in an effort to finish his chores by noon so he could potentially have the opportunity and time to ride. Jose Cruz is a prime example of chasing down a dream. Tune in to his amazing journey and the obstacles he has overcame along the way to live that dream. Hope you enjoy!
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Third generation cowboy, Chris Dawson has won close to $2 million in the NRCHA as well as $200,000 in the NRHA. He has developed a reputation of being one of the best cowhorse trainers in the business today, and has won almost every premier event, some of them multiple times.. He and his wife Sarah operate Dawson Performance Horses together in Perrin, Texas. Chris is also the co-host of the well-known podcast, "Cowhorse Full Contact".
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Best known as the frontman of North Carolina alt-country outfit American Aquarium, singer/songwriter B.J. Barham has spent much of his career delivering rugged, earthy roots rock in the vein of Whiskeytown and Drive-By Truckers. A native of Reidsville, North Carolina, Barham formed the group in 2005 and, over the course of a decade, built American Aquarium's reputation from regional up-and-comers to acclaimed, internationally recognized act thanks to records like 2012's Jason Isbell-produced Burn. Flicker. Die. and 2015's Wolves. Inspired by the November 2015 terrorist attacks at a Parisian nightclub, Barham -- who was, at the time, on tour in nearby Belgium -- quickly wrote a new batch of acoustic-led songs that would eventually become Rockingham, his solo debut. In early 2016, with co-producer Bradley Cook, he and a handpicked crew of musicians recorded the new material in a couple of marathon sessions. The album was released later that year, earning positive reviews. Barham toured as a solo act as well, hitting all 48 states in the continental United States during the spring and summer of 2017. ~ Timothy Monger, Rovi
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Get to know the masterminds behind the Kimes Ranch brand, (Matt and Amanda Kimes). Whether you've seen the familiar Kimes brand on the notorious show, 'Yellowstone' or you're a fan of their incredible denim and western apparel, you're going to want to hear their story of how they grew the Kimes brand to what it is today.
With a dream to create THE JEAN that was missing from the western world, Matt and Amanda sourced every element of their production-finding the best team of cutters, sewers, and washers until their product was undeniably the best fit and quality. They created a jean versatile enough to crossover from western to everyday wear, with a medium waist line for women that allowed high enough coverage while riding but low enough rise to mimic a fashionable street jean. #westernuncomplicated
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Steven Kotler is a New York Times bestselling author, an award-winning journalist, and the Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective. He is one of the world's leading experts on human performance.
Steven is the author of ten bestsellers (out of fourteen books), including The Art of Impossible, The Future is Faster Than You Think, Stealing Fire, The Rise of Superman, Bold and Abundance. His work has been nominated for two Pulitzer Prizes, translated into over 50 languages, and has appeared in over 100 publications, including the New York Times Magazine, Wired, Atlantic Monthly, Wall Street Journal, TIME, and the Harvard Business Review.
Alongside his wife, author Joy Nicholson, he is also the co-founder of The Buddy Sue Hospice Home for Old Dogs, a canine elder care facility, and Rancho de Chihuahua, a dog rescue and sanctuary.
Steven's most recent work is "Gnar Country", a book about growing old and staying rad. It is the chronicle of his experience pushing his own aging body past preconceived limits.
(This was a phone interview and I was having some technical difficulties on my end so I apologize in advance for the spotty audio. The content delivered from Steven is top notch so thank you for your patience as you listen to the many golden nuggets he delivers throughout this episode.)
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Jesse Lennox, (Professional Cutting Horse Trainer, LTE: $2.4Million)
From the hockey rink to the cutting horse arena, Jesse shares his journey from Canada down to the heart of the performance horse world in Texas. We discuss some of the obstacles he had to overcome along the way to realize his dream of becoming a professional cutting horse trainer. He sheds light on some (not so talked about) mindset philosophies that he's learned along the way regarding horsemanship and performance.
Jesse is the head trainer at Rockin P Ranch, which is also home to the notorious Metallic Cat and the late Spots Hot, amongst many other elite equine athletes.
Get your paper/pen and popcorn, and get ready to learn and laugh alot. Enjoy the show!
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IN-Q is an award-winning poet, multi-platinum songwriter, keynote speaker, and the best-selling author of Inquire Within.
He was named to Oprah's SuperSoul 100 list of the world's most influential thought leaders and has worked with countless brands & companies over the years to help them tell their story through collaborative content pieces and story-telling workshops.
Ultimately, IN-Q writes to entertain, inspire, and challenge his audiences to look deeper into the human experience and ask questions about themselves, their environment, and the world at large. Enjoy the show!
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Had a good time during this episode with my pal Ryder Flynn. We discuss what life is like as a cutting horse trainers son and what its like to be 10 years old in 2022.
Wise beyond his years, Ryder shares his perspective, revealing some of life's secrets in their most simplistic form.
We can learn so much from children if we simply tune in and listen. They're so pure, full of innocence and raw truth. Hope you enjoy the show!
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