Should've Been A Cowgirl

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This week on Should’ve Been a Cowgirl, we’re in Nashville for Stampede Days with PBR bull rider Briggs Madsen. Briggs takes us back to his rodeo roots in Honeyville, Utah, where his entire family has been part of the sport—from broncs to barrel horses. We talk about how watching 8 Seconds sparked his love for bull riding, what it was like breaking into the PBR, and even how he ended up on the same team as his younger brother.Briggs also opens up about balancing married life with life on the road, why Utah is one of the best-kept rodeo states, and his favorite way to experience new cities (hint: it’s not Broadway).If you love rodeo, family stories, and a behind-the-scenes look at PBR life, this episode is for you!

00:00 – Nashville Stampede Days Kickoff
Host welcomes listeners live from Nashville and introduces guest Austin Richardson.
01:30 – Nashville Vibes
Austin shares what it’s like being back in Music City and his favorite parts of exploring Broadway.
03:15 – From Dirt Bikes to Bull Riding
Austin explains how motocross shaped his early life before bull riding caught his attention.
06:00 – Going Pro
How bull riders earn their pro card, work their way through Velocity and Touring Pro events, and reach the PBR Unleash the Beast tour.
11:45 – Early Career Challenges
Austin reflects on his struggles in his first years, finding consistency, and the turning point in 2020.
15:20 – The Draft & Team Competition
Explaining the PBR team format, the draft process, and Austin’s experience being traded before landing in Nashville.
20:10 – What Makes a “Rank” Bull
The difference between “dirty” unpredictable bulls and the smoother, powerful champions like Wolf Paw and Bruiser.
24:00 – Scoring Breakdown
How judges score bulls and riders, what fans should look for in a great ride, and what a “re-ride” means.
30:15 – Game Day Routine
Austin walks through a Stampede weekend—from practice, preparation, and starching jeans, to the adrenaline of intros and competition.
38:00 – Behind the Chutes
What really happens in the back pens: strategy, coaching, challenges, and the little details fans might miss.
44:40 – Training & Team Facilities
How Nashville’s training center in Texas keeps the team sharp, with practice bulls, workouts, and film study.
50:15 – Life Off the Road
Friendships, rivalries, golf games, and how bull riders balance competition with camaraderie.
56:30 – Dallas Travel Tips
Austin’s picks for visitors to Texas, including Fort Worth Stockyards and the Drover Hotel.
01:01:00 – Fan Experience at Stampede Days
Why the Nashville crowd is one of the rowdiest, the autograph sessions, and what fans can do to show love for the team.
01:05:00 – Wrapping Up
Closing thoughts, laughs about childhood photos, and a nod to Austin’s growing career in PBR.

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