Breaking Western Podcast

Did you win a Yellowstone Season 4 DVD!? Checked it out over on our Instagram @breakingwesternpodcast --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

We have reached the FINALE of Season 4: Going 4 Broke! Today we have on designer Lindsey Thornburg who is best known for her designs utilizing Pendleton blankets. Hear the backstory of how one of her coats got featured on an episode of Yellowstone- worn by none other than the fabulous Kelly Reilly's character- Beth Dutton. You can find Lindsey's work at www.lindseythornburg.com and be sure to follow her on social media @lindseythornburg. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Neon, sparkle, wigs, oh my! Amanda Harradon, also known as the Neon Wrangler, has become a beacon for all those looking to do things a little differently in the Western world. In the last year alone, the barrel racer and former public servant has transformed her online platform and her career while stepping into the colorful glow of her new style persona. She pulls inspiration from her mom and her friends at rodeos in the 90s, favorite bits and pieces from other style genres, and from her handle (or should we say alter ego?) Neon Wrangler. Listen in to hear how she dove wig first into her style and career dreams! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Olivia Harms is an accomplished country-western music artist who just completed an 8-week tour across the country with her two dogs & a camper. We sit down today to hear about her journey so far- from the days of "commuting" between Canby, Oregon & Nashville, to creating her own sound through distilling elements of country & western music. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Custom vintage style western garments, chainstitch embroidery, fringe, rhinestones…this episode has got it all! We sit down with Sarie Gessner of Jukebox Mama to talk the time it takes to create a custom, what's so special about a tailored garment, and where she learned how to design and build traditional Western garments using time-honored techniques. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today we talk with Sydelle of Kanaine brand. Follow her @kanaine_shop! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today we talk with Jen from Shop From The Past! Thanks for listening and we'll “see” you next week. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

On today's episode of the Breaking Western Podcast we speak with Trent Johnson of Greeley Hat Works. Join us on this wild ride as he talks about how a childhood hat collection led to starting his own business and creating hats for TV, movies, and even the President of the United States! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Ever wondered how boots were made? Hear the unexpected story of how owner and creative genius behind Houston Boot Co, Jake Houston, got his start in boot making as well as all the pieces that need to come together in creating a custom pair. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Turquoise, photo shoots, copycats, oh my! Find out what goes into the creation of Mud Lowery's jewelry as we speak with Shannon himself, as well as what you're really paying for when you see those big price tags on handmade items. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Perhaps our most important episode to date, we welcome Hunter Old Elk back to the pod to tackle some tough topics. Cancel culture vs colonial erasure…cultural appropriation vs appreciation…brand responsibility vs consumer responsibility…what's the deal? How does what we wear and what we buy impact ongoing narratives in the Western Industry, keeping people down through misrepresentations and not giving credit where credit is due? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today's SEASON FINALE episode features American Hat Company's PR specialist- Katie Lynn Armstrong!  We get down to the nitty gritty details of what her journey looked like along the way to asking for (literally) her dream job. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Live from snowy Iowa- we are chatting with the incredible Sierra Rae Lewis!  Also known as The Computer Cowgirl, Sierra tells us how she got started into social media marketing in various formats within the western industry. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Live from the SWINE BARN- we are chatting with the mastermind photographer Click Thompson!  He is one of our most quotable guests to date and we know you'll get a lot out of this episode.  If you like what you hear be sure to share it with a friend and give us a follow.  Find us on Instagram @breakingwesternpodcast and individually @abbyfromiowa and @angelameyer23.  You can find Click at @clickthompson on Instagram and of course see his face on posters, stickers, and bathroom walls everywhere.  "See" you next week! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

You might know him as Deanie Weenie from Rodeo Time, but today Dean Sutton is the mastermind behind all things social media at Bex Sunglasses. We pick his brain about all things influencer marketing, meaning this is a MUST LISTEN if you are interested in social media marketing for your business OR being an influencer. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Who's the mane behind the brand? What's a Meme Ghost Writer? How do you build up a successful, authentic online presence? All this and more as we talk to the man responsible for the music, clothing line, events, and incredible memes of Vinyl Ranch and Disko Cowboy- Dave Wrangler! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Thanks for joining us for another episode of the Breaking Western Podcast- where western meets the rest of the world.  Today we talk to marketing GENIUS Janzen Tew about her journey to creating the widely popular Denim & Velvet and Rodeo Vogue. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today we sit down with our friend Hunter Old Elk, who is the curatorial assistant for the Plains Indian Museum in Cody, Wyoming. As a member of the Crow and Yakama nations, she provides a unique perspective for today's topics on appropriation in its many forms within the western industry. November is National American Indian Heritage Month, so there's no better time to have this vulnerable conversation and learn together on how we can do better. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

This season we are bringing you the best of the west(ern) industry with Marketing & Media. Join our conversation with Alexandra Rae Photography, the photographer behind some of the iconic images and techniques in the Western fashion influencer world. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

In this season of Marketing & Media we are PROUD to bring on this heavy hitter for an episode- McFarland Productions! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today we sit down with the World's Finest Rodeo Photographer to bring you insights from the incredible Matt Cohen. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

The season two finale is HERE.  What do diamond-cut jeans, a dog-riding monkey, wooly hats and a rodeo queen have in common? Today we sit down with TV personality, rodeo announcer, team roper,  and husband to the wonderful Lisa (Lageschaar) Lucia— Anthony Lucia! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

We sit down and speak with Randy Quarteri about building a career and carving a path like no other within the western industry. This episode is in memory of PBR bull rider Ty Pozzobon; Randy's work has honored his friend in so many ways. We can help Ty's legacy live on by donating to the Ty Pozzobon Foundation (https://www.typozzobon.com).   "To protect and support the health and well-being of rodeo competitors inside and outside the arena." --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today's episode is fueled by @longhorn_coffee_bar_co beans and they were JUST the kick of caffeine we needed to record this episode. We would also like to dedicate this episode to the wiener dog who started it all... Wiener! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

We sit down with Randy Savvy of The Compton Cowboys! This episode is one of the most important we've had so far- talking about lack of representation within the western industry and inspiring the next generation who may have never had access to horses without the influence of The Compton Cowboys. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Fact: an estimated 1 in 4 cowboys working in the cattle industry during the 1800s was Black. They were responsible for some of the most famous cattle drives in the West and even founded the popular rodeo sport Bulldogging. Today we sit down with John Ferguson of the “Forgotten Cowboys", a photographic search for America's first cowboys of the “Wild West”. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

We sit down with Adrian “Buckaroogirl” Brannan to get REAL on cowboy qualifications, body image, and our mutual love for carbs. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

You know her as West Desperado, the queen of high kicks and high style. But on this episode we sit down with the queen of business savvy and maximizing online impact, the gale behind the glam, Shaley Ham! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today's guest is World Champion barrel racer, business owner, and all-around badass Fallon Taylor. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today we sit down with the glamorous queen, Shelby Berrecloth/Wild Rose Retro. This is a TEXTBOOK episode for anyone who's interested in brand influencing, rodeo fashion modeling, and making a career out of having your picture taken! We get all the details from Instagram tips to brand deals... saddle up and let's get western! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Welcome to Season 2 of the Breaking Western Podcast. Today we sit down with the amazing Kelli Tracy- owner of Lil Bees Bohemian! We dive into the dirty details of what working with influencers looks like from a business perspective. This episode is a must listen if you're an influencer or a brand working with influencers! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

We sit down with Breann Beasley, the one and only Saddle Tramp Brand! In this season's finale, we get the hilarious details of starting a brand that "doesn't have to be fucking rocket science". --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

The hilarious Uncle Bekah gives us the inside scoop on how you can turn a simple trucker hat into a shared joy for thousands of new friends. An idea doesn't have to be involved to be successful, it just has to be yours. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

On this week's episode, we sit down with brand owner Thomas Crofoot to talk all things COWI Brand. Cro shares the inspiration behind starting COWI Brand and why he believes "Come On With It" are important words for all of us to live by. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

On this week's episode of the Breaking Western Podcast, Abby & Angela sit down with designer Allie Falcon to talk all things western maker.  Allie got REAL about getting away from custom orders, how to find your ideal customer, and how to be a badass, generally speaking. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

We've all seen a painted cow skull once or twice in our lives, but we've never seen them quite like those of Wanderlust Skulls. We talk with Cassie, the one-woman Wonder Woman who runs it all, about her creative and logistical process and what you have to do to stand out in a saturated market. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

We take a minute to talk about our biggest take-always from an incredible line-up of guests. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

You've probably seen his handbags, but have you heard his story? We left this conversation with Harley Rhodes, the founder/owner/designer of Dancing Cactus Designs, feeling inspired and empowered. This is a must-listen for just about anyone. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today we interview Misty Farnsworth, an incredible Silversmithing artist from Arizona. We discuss everything from how she got her start in creating jewelry to her "why" for staying in the industry. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Today we interview Ashley Radz- an impressive leather worker and chain stitching maker from Virginia. We discuss what its like to be in the western fashion industry in a "Pinterest Era", something that Ashley describes as a "love/hate relationship". --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

We're so excited you took the time out of your day to hangout with us!  If you like what you hear I hope you'll leave us a positive review and come find us on Instagram- @abbyfromiowa (Abby Peeters) and @angelameyer23 (Angela Meyer).   --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support

Abby & Angela are joined by Kenzie McGaha of of Double M Beadwork to discuss integrity within the western fashion industry. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/breakingwestern/support