In today’s episode we welcome a special guest, Matt West. Matt shares his wild journey from a shy, introverted youth to becoming one of the most renowned announcers in Western sports. The exciting developments in the Professional Bull Riders (PBR) world, including a new TV partnership with Merritt Street Media, the impact of team formats on the sport, and the importance of embracing change.

Show Notes:

00:00 Welcome to the Champion Living Podcast

00:37 A Scary Health Incident

01:54 The Importance of Proactive Health

04:56 Exciting Changes in PBR Television

15:06 The Impact of PBR Teams

18:45 The Benefits of Team-Based Bull Riding

24:38 The Athlete's Perspective

30:49 Kid Rock and Rodeo

33:51 Reflections and Improvements for Next Year

38:18 Personal Journey into Rodeo Announcing

40:13 Overcoming Fears and Embracing Challenges

46:38 The Importance of Humility and Pressure

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