Bull Riding and Rodeo Economics with Ted Stovin of Everything Cowboy

Pegasus Podcast

Ted Stovin, the founder of EverythingCowboy.com, pulls back the curtain on the bull riding and rodeo worlds.
Venture with us as we navigate the rich tapestry of cowboy culture and learn how individuals from farriers to former hockey players have carved out a niche in the modern rodeo scene, embracing an athleticism that's reshaping the identity of the Western world.
Strap in as we unravel the shifting economics of bull riding, where the infusion of media attention and savvy investments have catapulted the sport into the limelight.
Delve into the growing phenomenon of bull ownership, and discover how celebrities like Larry the Cable Guy are getting in on the action.
We also break down how the professional realm of this rugged sport balances the allure of prize money against the lucrative potential of sponsorships and merchandise, revealing the intricate financial ecosystem that fuels local rodeos and global spectacles alike.
In this episode, we discuss:

• Why there's so much prize money in the bull riding and rodeo worlds
• Celebrity involvement in the bull riding scene
• What the English world can learn from bull riding
• And more.

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1. Bull Riding and Rodeo Economics with Ted Stovin of Everything Cowboy (00:00:00)

2. Cowboy Culture in Bull Riding (00:00:07)

3. Evolution of Bull Riding Economics (00:08:50)

4. Professionalizing Bull Riding and Team Investments (00:14:48)

5. Teton Ridge Mystery and Western Sports (00:17:29)

6. Professional Rodeoing and Financial Realities (00:20:13)

7. Bull Riding in Western Horse Sports (00:30:46)

8. Comparison of Bull Riding Organizations (00:33:38)

9. Impacts of Multiple Rodeo Associations (00:38:43)

10. Professional Rodeo and Show Jumping Future (00:42:53)