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Don’t let closed doors stop you from the open doors that God has planned for you.

“For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1 (NLT)

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We all struggle. How honest are we willing to be about it?

In this solo episode, I get raw and real about the struggles we face as men and the challenge of living life on purpose. I talk about having a plan, why motivation can mislead us, and how discipline and doing life God’s way shape how we show up each day.

An honest conversation about real life, shared struggles, and moving forward with faith and intention.

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Before the next rodeo performance, there’s a story behind the voice.

In this conversation from The Lee Olsen Show archives, I sit down with Anthony Lucia to talk about the ups and downs of his journey and the people who have helped shape his career in rodeo. We also talk about some of the good guys in the Western industry and why they deserve to be known.

Anthony is now a three-time PRCA Announcer of the Year, winning in 2023, 2024 and 2025. This interview was recorded earlier, following his 2023 win.

I’m bringing this conversation to The Olsen Equine Show as part of a collection of past episodes worth revisiting. Whether you heard it the first time or are joining us today, I hope you find something you can take into your own life.

If this episode speaks to you, share it with a friend, follow The Olsen Equine Show, and leave a review.

Could your horse have negative plantar angles—and would you know where to start?

Your horse’s hind feet deserve a closer look. But how do you move from wondering whether there’s a problem to having an informed conversation with your veterinarian and farrier?

I’m joined by Dr. Brad Jackman, DVM, MS, DACVS, to talk negative plantar angles from both veterinary and farrier perspectives. If you’ve heard the term and wondered, “Could this affect my horse?” this conversation is for you.

Bring your questions, build your understanding, and use the discussion as a starting point with your horse’s own care team.

This conversation from my earlier show is now part of The Olsen Equine Show’s archive collection. Listen, share it with a fellow horse owner, and follow for more conversations about hoof care and keeping horses sound.

Come With Me on a Trip of a Lifetime to New York!

Our first trip to New York turned into an adventure we’ll never forget! Come along to Saratoga Springs for incredible people, beautiful scenery, and a whole lot of learning.

I headed to the NAEP veterinarian and farrier conference to teach and represent Mustad—but came home with lessons of my own from Dr. Ric Redden and others. From conversations about helping horses to exploring a place we’d never been, here’s what made this a trip of a lifetime.

Dr. Sammy Pittman joins Lee Olsen to break down the conference, share highlights, and reflect on what made the 2026 National Alliance of Equine Practitioners conference in Saratoga Springs, New York, so special.

We look back at the education, the conversations, and the contributions of Dr. Ric Redden, Stuart Muir, and others who helped make it a memorable experience. It’s a conversation about learning from one another and the value of bringing veterinarians and farriers together for the horse.

Whether you joined us in Saratoga or missed this year’s event, tune in for our takeaways and a look at why gatherings like this matter to the equine community.

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$1.2 Million in Payouts: Behind the Barrel Race with Autumn Stroud

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Barrel racers see the run and the payout. But what does it take to produce the event behind them?

Autumn Stroud joins Lee Olsen to take us inside her family’s barrel racing business: the Texan, the All In, ANHA, and the Wild Card Futurity. She describes the Texan as the world’s highest-paying open divisional barrel race—an event anyone can enter, without qualifying or nominating their horse.

Autumn shares how the Texan paid out $1.2 million, including side pots, and explains what a guaranteed payout actually means. We also explore the work behind a successful race: preparing consistent ground, building a dependable crew, protecting horses, and handling the pressure when everyone has an opinion.

Along the way, Autumn shares what producers wish contestants understood, what makes a great competitor beyond the clock, and how faith, family, and motherhood have shaped her perspective.

Whether you enter barrel races, produce them, or love the horse industry, this conversation takes you behind the scenes of major events—and introduces you to the people and decisions that make them happen.

Your horse may be telling you more than you realize, and understanding those signals could be the first step toward helping them feel and perform their best. In this episode, Dr. Brad Jackman, DVM, MS, ACVS shares practical insight to help you recognize subtle signs owners often miss, understand what they may mean, and make better choices for your horse’s comfort, care, and well-being. If you want to become a more confident advocate for your horse, this conversation is a great place to start.