Beyond The Ring
Episodes
121: Movement Misunderstood
12 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Guests Eric Fugate and Chase Hummel, two of the wittiest individuals to walk the earth, willingly jump on with near no heads up as the Gay is either s...
120: Dress for Success
05 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale argue less than normal about dressing the part, yet not exactly the same style in mind. The common denominator is neat and clean.
119: No Secrets to Success
29 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale is MIA in another foreign country, so Ryan goes solo on what it takes to succeed.
118: Exhibitor Economics
22 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss the implications of travel expenses on the stock show world.
117: Inbreeding: The Good, The Bad, and The Old Wives Tales!
15 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan take on the taboo topic of inbreeding or line breeding and give you all the 411.
116: Build Barns Better
08 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss things they think are beneficial when building or remodeling show barns.
115: Show Ring Terminology
01 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan discuss the meaning of specific terminology and the confusion over the meaning from one judge to another.
114: Follow The Leader
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale dive deep into the influences that may or may not impact a judge's decision in the show ring.
113: County Agents and Ag Teachers
17 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale recognize the commitment of both Ag Teachers and County Agents along with the various roles they play in different parts of the county.
112: Guilt By Association
10 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale break down how actions speak stronger than words and the impact of surrounding youth with the people you would hope they would aspire to...
111: The Glitter Slap
03 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan explains the method to the madness behind his creation of The Glitter Slap™ while Dale sorts through his hard-earned fossil findings.
110: Anything and Everything Cattle Showmanship
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale dive deep into the basics of cattle showmanship, painting the big picture that should benefit many. This is the third of a three-part se...
109: Anything and Everything Lamb and Goat Showmanship
20 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan dive deep into the basics of lamb and goat showmanship painting a big picture that should benefit many. This is the second of a three-pa...
BTRJLA Update
17 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss all the latest news with the BTRJLA.
108: Anything and Everything Swine Showmanship
13 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale dove deep into the basics of swine showmanship and attempt to paint the big picture that should benefit many.
Beyond The Circus: World Upside Down
10 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale take on the crazy state of domestic and international affairs.
107: Embryo Transfer 411
06 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan bring Kalli Ellis and Ashten Kemme from ReproLogix Reproductive Technologies into the mix to cover the basics of embryo transfer and the...
106: Power Struggle
29 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale acknowledge the strength of an industry that has relied more on “that’s the way it has always been done” than on finding ways to d...
105: Two Years and a Week Late
22 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For the first time ever the entire Beyond The Ring Podcast crew comes together even tho it was a week after the 2 year Anniversary. Dale, Ryan, and Kl...
104: God Bless The Peanut Gallery!
15 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss the increased negative social media posts and comments about different aspects of the Junior Livestock Industry.
103: Top Ten at a Stock Show
08 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss their 'Top Ten' things that must be done at any major stock show.
102: Transitioning - From Showring To Sidelines
01 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan discuss the steps involved once you age out of showing junior livestock.
101: The Art of the Deal
25 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale take you down the path of negotiating the purchase and sale of show stock and maybe a few exotic cats.
100: Do Better
18 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale have a fiery discussion on some of the more prevalent issues facing the stock show industry and how it is imperative for everyone involv...
99: Ring Steward Etiquette
11 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan recognize the benefit of good ring stewards and discuss key points that foster a positive show ring experience.
98: Back To Your Roots
04 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale bring Kade in to discuss topics from “a judge's perspective from outside the ring” to the “disconnect from breeder to feeder.”
Beyond The Circus: Russia, Russia, Russia
28 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This episode focuses on The Russian Invasion of Ukraine and how it affects the world order at home in the US and abroad.
97: Commercial Livestock Hauling
25 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale gives a thesis on the ins, outs, dos, don'ts, and anything else imaginable about commercial livestock hauling. Ryan catches up on his beauty slee...
96: Breed Papers vs Breed Classification
18 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale uncover the differences across the country that determine what breed category your animal will be shown.
95: Power Of The Purse
11 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
What the price of show animals actually does and doesn't mean in the junior livestock industry.
94: Age Discrimination
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss how some show stock may never know their own birthdates.
Beyond The Circus: World War What?
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale dive into the mess that the Biden Administration has gotten our country in both here at home and also with foreign policy SNAFUs.
93: On The Hunt
28 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan — actually mostly Ryan — share tales of the search for superior show stock.
92: Do’s and Don'ts
21 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion about how to improve the general atmosphere at stock shows and how to make positive change in our industry.
91: Stock Show Security
14 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan go through issues that may occur at stock shows once everyone has left the barn.
90: AZ and OKC Experience
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
With Ryan recouping from his battle with a suitcase and Dale at Cattleman’s congress Dale jumps on solo to give a brief current events segment, alon...
89: New Year, New You
31 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss the BTRJLA as the inaugural points year begins on January 1, 2022.
88: 'Tis The Season
24 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and a medicated Ryan discuss the Holiday Season and the upcoming 2022 Show season which is right around the corner. Disclaimer: We are not respo...
87: Variety is the Spice of Life!
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan discuss strategy for the livestock show families that feed multiple animals.
86: Focus Your Resources
10 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss strategies to showing animals within a budget.
85: NAILE - Past, Present, and Future
03 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The past, present, and future of NAILE with special guest Warren Beeler who is instrumental in this legendary livestock shows success on every level.
84: Things To Be Thankful For
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan discuss the many things within the livestock industry we should all be grateful and thankful for.
83: What is Balance
19 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale record from the 2022 NAILE. They discuss the term “balance” and the meaning of such in our industry.
82: Handshake 101
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A discussion about the importance of a handshake! What it means, portrays, and how it needs to be more commonplace in today's society and our industry...
81: Livestock Show Weights 101
05 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss feeding to look the part and to be smart when declaring a show weight. The opinions expressed in this episode are those of the ...
80: Dear Abby
29 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale reflect on the best advice that has shaped who they are and how they got there.
Everything BTRJLA
27 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This bonus episode gives information and insight about all things BTRJLA and hopefully answers some questions that stock show nation has about the ass...
79: County Fair Mentality - The Sequel
22 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss more topics and concerns associated with county fairs and how to envoke change at the county level.
78: Everyone Has Their Place
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan discuss the different types of livestock show families and goals within our industry and how we all should be more accepting and encoura...
77: Monkey See - Monkey Do
08 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Don’t just follow others with your eyes closed. Ask yourself “Why” and determine if there is a benefit.
76: Let It Go
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This topic revolves around dealing with disappointment and negativity at stock shows and how we should channel that energy in more constructive ways.
75: Pet Peeves
24 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale is back … Ryan has decided he needs to take another vacation next week after the main topic goes off the rails!
74: The Gay — Seldom Wrong and Never In Doubt
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Due to scheduling conflicts with Dale, Ryan, and Klifton; The Gay goes solo and misses yelling at Dale the most, but we can still say we put out a pod...
73: Clash of the Titans — Market Vs Breeding
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale weigh the pros and cons of showing market versus breeding show stock.
72: The Leasing of Show Stock
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan agree that leasing show stock is a reality, but they don’t see eye to eye on the benefits and drawbacks.
71: The After Party
27 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan address what should happen after the show when all just want to go home.
70: Navigating The Show Ring
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan discuss the absolutes that exhibitors need to know when entering the ring. There are also recommendations that should help a show flow b...
Beyond The Circus: Well I Screwed That One Up
18 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale break down a world on fire. Beyond The Circus is an expanded (and slightly irreverent) version of the wildly popular 'Current Events' ...
69: A Third, A Third, A Third
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss the different body segments of livestock animals and the important parts and pieces of each.
68: Let's Get Practical
06 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The gay is away so let’s get practical, with Matt Claeys and Eric Fugate.
67: Discrimination
30 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
“Discrimination “ - why “minor” breeds are often overlooked in the grand drive.Ryan and Dale attempt to discuss the philosophy behind minor br...
66: Opinions Are Like…Well, You Know
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan bring to light the fact that judges form various opinions based on their personal life experiences. All we can ask is for them to descri...
65: Body Condition and Finish in the Show Ring
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss body condition, finish, FAT, or whatever you want to call it in the show ring.
64: Around the World with Ryan and Dale
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan share fun travel facts from meat consumption choices to their opinions on why the United States is the best country on the planet.
63: Show Up
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Just because you are asked does not mean you should say yes… and if you do, then show up.
62: The Gay Takes on Miss Texas
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss the similarities between stock shows and pageants.
61: Beat The Heat
18 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan discuss keeping show stock cool while hauling and showing in the heat of summer.
60: Show Management 101
11 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan discuss what the essential elements are into the makings of a great show.
59: Practice What You Preach
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
59: Practice What You Preach by Dale and Ryan Educate and Entertain the Stock Show World
58: Showbox Essentials
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss the showbox essentials.
57: Barn Basics
21 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale touch on a few show barn protocols across species. These are key components if you are trying to put yourself in the best position possi...
56: From The Outside Looking In
14 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss perspectives of the show industry from an angle that isn't always at the forefront.
55: Once Upon A Time
07 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan take this topic in many directions. Change is inevitable, but we have the power to lead by example. We ALL can do better.
54: Talking Superstitions
30 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
54: Talking Superstitions by Dale and Ryan Educate and Entertain the Stock Show World
Beyond The Circus: Southern Border Crisis
28 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan host Chris Cabrera, a 19 year veteran of the US Border Patrol and Vice President of the National Border Patrol Council, on BTC. Chris de...
53: Expectation Versus Reality
23 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
How to bridge the gap between the two in show ring hopes, dreams and goals.
52: What a difference a year makes!
16 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale reflect on the inaugural year of Beyond The Ring.
51: Questionable Trends
09 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Could this be you? Ryan and Dale discuss questionable trends in (and maybe a few out of) the show ring.
50: One Judge, Two Judge, Three Judge, More
02 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale break down the good, the bad, and the ugly of single versus multiple judge systems. They are not shy about what they believe best serves...
49: Glowing Up Gay
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan opens up and tells ALL about his childhood and being “different” in so many ways. This will touch upon every emotion you have ever felt.
48: Live at the 2021 Oklahoma Youth Expo!
21 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The FIRST live broadcast of Beyond The Ring! See it all on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/beyondtheringpodcast Bringing you commentary ...
47: Information Overload
12 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale give their personal opinions on what information should be used to sort stock.
46: Where To Start
05 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale give guidance on how to get the best start possible in the stock show industry.
45: What It Takes To Win
26 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale give the cold hard facts about what it takes to win on the big stage.
44: Anything and Everything Swine
19 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale bring the legendary Stock Show Swine Dad, Eric Fugate, into the ring to discuss where we are in the hog show world.
43: Show Ring Etiquette
12 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale give their opinions on how everyone should conduct themselves in and out of the ring at a livestock show.
42: So, you want to judge a show?
05 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss the do's and don'ts for aspiring stock show sorters.
41: The Customer Is Always Right
29 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss ways and methods on how all levels of shows can be more exhibitor/family-friendly and what they actually want from a stock show....
40: County Fair Mentality
22 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss how to improve livestock shows, specifically at the county fair level.
39: Politics In The Show Ring
15 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale tackle the most taboo issue in the livestock industry.
Beyond The Circus: State of the Union
08 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In the fifth episode of ‘Beyond The Circus,’ Ryan and Dale react as the live proceedings of the capitol being stormed on January 6 unfolded. Beyo...
38: How it Started...How it's Going
01 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale recap 2020 and the past, present, and future of Beyond The Ring.
37: Dear Santa
24 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dale and Ryan give a top-ten list of gifts that most stock show families would welcome under the tree or in the show barn.
36: Stock Show Attire & Accessories
18 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
36: Stock Show Attire & Accessories by Dale and Ryan Educate and Entertain the Stock Show World
35: Things That Make You Go Hmmm...
11 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan and Dale discuss the terms that are being used in today's stock show world.
34: Conversing With Champions
04 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
34: Conversing With Champions by Dale and Ryan Educate and Entertain the Stock Show World
33: Louisville Legends Part 2
26 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
33: Louisville Legends Part 2 by Dale and Ryan Educate and Entertain the Stock Show World
32: Louisville Legends Part 1
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
32: Louisville Legends Part 1 by Dale and Ryan Educate and Entertain the Stock Show World
31: Structural Integrity
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
31: Structural Integrity by Dale and Ryan Educate and Entertain the Stock Show World
30: Louisville Lowdown
06 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Current events conclude, and the primary topic begins at 35:36