In The Latch

Adam give an update on the upcoming “Women in Rodeo” season. He also talk about the “End of an Era” special episode which will discuss the retirement of Ben Bolton, and the passing of Stan Stegall, Ray Melton, and Baxter Black.

Adam and Matt are joined by Lee Free as they sit down to interview Landon Pope in the final episode of the bullfighting season. Landon is an active veteran of bullfighting. He transitioned to bullfighting after a successful run as a bull rider. He has fought at some of the biggest shows in the Southeast and fought multiple PBR's. At nearly 40, he has been very influential in helping start and guide the next generation of bullfighters. He is a life long friend of JB Mauney and shares stories of their friendship and how it started by skipping class in elementary school.

Matt and Adam sit down with rising bullfighters Quin Moran and Alvin Parcell. they discuss getting started in bullfighting, and the importance of "paying your dues." Quin and Alvin talk about the upcoming UBF camp. Other topics include fat kids, honeybuns, air compressor sells, swingers, Santa Claus, and Alvin's driving skills.

As we continue our bullfighting season, we had special guest John "Lefty" Kee sit down for an interview. Lefty has spent over 3 decades in rodeo, starting as a bareabck rider, then a bullfighter, and is currently a PRCA barrelman living in Missouri. The focus of the conversation is working the barrel and how it impacts freestyle bullfighting and cowboy protection. Adam and Matt talk about the new Merch, Lefty tells how he became the worlds greatest one armed barrelman, and how Nike shoes hurt his feet.

Special guest retired bullfighter the "Iceman" Ronald Blythe talks about his long and eventful career as one of the top bullfighters in the Southeast. Other topics include In The Latch merchandise, locals only bars, brawls, Will E. Everride, why barrel racers are terrible, and a man and his Doodle.

Matt and Adam sit down and talk bullfighting with rising UBF star Gus Kluttz. They discuss Gus' background in rodeo and his entrance into the bullfighting world. Other topics include the raccoon tattoo, microphone licking, and Gus singing girly songs.

Adam records a short update episode to let folks know about new things happening at the “In The Latch” podcast. Starting this Sunday the podcast will launch its first series. Adam talks about some future series's in the works. Join us Sunday night as we kick off our Bullfighting series with Gus Kluttz!

Matt and Adam sit down to talk about last weekends rodeos and the Pickens Finals and Taylor Oldham's big Ranch Rodeo happening this weekend. The pair talk about one of the best trick ropers in the country, 15 year old Lucas Maynard. Other topics include Chili vs Chile. the one Croc kid, retro rodeos, and a rodeo fashion rant.

Matt and Adam sit down with Chase Blythe who is a third generation rodeo cowboy, one of the top freestyle bullfighters and co-host of the Road Monkeys podcast. He talks about his start in bullfighting and his new passion for film and video work. He talks about his return to the arena after being sidelined last summer with a knee injury. In addition to a lot a great stories about the life of a bullfighter, the trio discusses CrossFit, WWE, crackheads, Raspberry Yoga, Nebraska corn, and Ohio ghettos.

Matt and Adam sit down with special guest Taylor Oldham. Taylor talks about the huge ranch rodeo he is producing in Pittsboro, North Carolina. The trio deep dive ranch rodeo and ranch rodeo events. Taylor gives the listener a behind the scenes look into competing in ranch rodeo and talks about some of the top ranch rodeo competitors in the Southeast.

After a brief winter break, Matt and Adam have "In The Latch" back in the saddle. This episode catches listeners up on the last couple months. Matt and Adam talk about the importance of working with others in the rodeo business rather than against them and take a few moments to talk about a rodeo they are helping produce in Bland. Other topics include kilts, Hubbard crashes, the best secretary in rodeo, and brawls.

Matt and Adam sit down with “Wild” Bill Mcleskey. Anyone who listens to the podcast has heard Matt and Adam speak of him often. He talks about his background riding bulls in the PRCA, his transition to bull fighting, and his upcoming fight at the IFR Showcase. Off rodeo topics include Bill's MMA fights and his passion for motorcycles.

Adam and Matt sit down between slack and the performance in Wingate to talks with One-Eyed Jack Johnson. Jack has been involved in rodeo for nearly 30 years. He began while in the military riding bucking stock and has transitioned to being a barrel man/funny man.

Matt and Adam continue the conversation with Cori, Lee, Jessie, and Wesley. We have a special appearance by Cynthia's husband Carl. Other topics include coyote hunting, hospital socks, pineapple on pizza, and all the things wrong with Chesterfield, South Carolina.

Matt and Adam sit down with Cori Lupo, Jessie Burleson, Lee Feree, and Wesley Johnson for the In The Latch Christmas episode. They discuss rodeo, Crocs, Carl, wrecks, sketchy rodeos, Matt depriving his son of a Christmas tree, and more.

Matt and Adam take a look back at the highs and lows of the 2021 season and look ahead to 2022. The two discuss near celebrity appearances by Randy Travis and Keith Toby, gym bros, gaging, foot races at the rodeo, rodeos in the rain, Mounties, Scotland Yard, Texas Rangers, Tennessee Constables, Smoking secretaries, Texas, Wyoming, and our goals for 2022.

Rodeo has it's own language and today Adam and Matt talk about some of the most import words in the sport that may be unknown to those outside of the rodeo world. Other topics include His Reigns, NFR fashion, People Eating Tasty Animals, and the best NFR status of 2021.

Matt and Adam talk about Thanksgiving, ham vs turkey, and the best desert of all - persimmon pudding. Mackenzine's shoulder injury is discussed and Matt and Adam designate Preacher Frank's New Year's rodeo as a benefit for her upcoming surgery. The two talk about the Troutman horse sale, rodeo folks they encountered over the weekend, bucking mules, Dehanna's wipe out, and booking for the 2022 season.

Matt and Adam discuss the reality of wrecks and injuries in the sport of rodeo. Navigating wrecks is the hardest part of an announcers job and the two discuss some of the strategies they use. Other topics include Matt's work as a stunt man in a major motion picture, Karen and her cousin Cynthia, and the best way to wake up in the morning. Also, Matt and Adam talk about the upcoming Christmas special.

Matt and Adam catch up on the busy past few weeks. They discuss DJing weddings, the Pickens Rodeo, and Cheyenne Frontier Days. Also, they discuss how horrible Crocs are and Matt decorating for Christmas in November, Adam's seeking someone out West to take him in for the weekend, and the SRCA Ranch Rodeo finals

Matt and Adam sat down with barrel racer Cori Lupo for an interview. Cori is a native of Florida now living in North Carolina. She has been involved in equine sports for over 20 years and is a multiple time SEBRA finalist. She talks about her background, barrel racing, horse training, and how to be successful in the Western world.

Matt and Adam record at the JRSRA Finals. The two discuss the JRSRA Finals and the Broken Pipe Finals from last weekend. Adam talks about coming back from the China Virus. Also, Matt talks about his final time in the arena as a bull fighter, Crocs, deer hunting, and OnlyFans.

Adam has the Rona! He does a brief show tonight to update everyone on why there is no “regular” show this week. He talks about some upcoming shows and planned episodes.

Matt and Adam talk about some of the up and coming stars of the sport of rodeo, discuss differences for competitors today, and how to perpetuate the sport. They also discuss intermission ideas such as baby dedications and MMA fights.

Matt and Adam discuss the importance of music at a rodeo, barrel racing in the Bible, and upcoming dates and shows. Adam clears up confusion over "JR" and Matt tells of upcoming adventures with a prior guest.

Matt and I sit down and talk bullfighting with two full fighters on the opposite ends of their career. Lee Ferree has been a highly sought after bullfighter on the East Coast for over a decade and is retiring at the end of the 2021 season. Quin Moran is a young up and comer in the world of professional bullfighting who is already making a name for himself. Plus, we have a special announcement from Matt Benfield.

Matt and Adam sit down with professional horse trainer Justin Hatfield of Casper, Wyoming. Justin has worked alongside well known horse trainer Ken McNabb for over a decade and is the owner of His Reigns. Justin talks about how he worked his way into the equine industry, his experiences roping at the Cowtown Coliseum, general horsemanship and principles of personal and professional success. Also, near the end, he tells one of the most cowboy stories you've ever heard. He is the real deal. This interview will entertain and enlighten. Matt and I are sure there is something for everyone in this interview.

Matt and Adam sit down to discuss ranch rodeo. Ranch rodeos are growing in popularity all over the southeast and even nationwide. If you are interested in getting a taste of what working cowboys do, you need to check out a ranch rodeo. Matt and Adam discuss everything that makes ranch rodeos so great.

In episode two, Matt and Adam discuss the role and inner workings of rodeo announcing and what fans need to know to enjoy the show more and what producers need to know to get the most from any announcer they hire. And Jamie Parrish and Wesley Johnson.

Welcome to the In The Latch podcast with rodeo announcers Adam Lee and Matt Benfield! In this episode we discuss how we got into rodeo and what led us to announcing. We also talk about our plans for the podcast and future episodes. Thank you for taking a listen!