• Episode 22 - Mike King
    Jun 5 2023
    In this podcast episode, Ron, Dave and Mark discuss their recent experiences at various horse shows and express their appreciation for the hard work and dedication of the organizers. They also mention the 30th anniversary of Reining Alberta and the recognition given to the founding members. The hosts emphasize the importance of acknowledging and thanking those involved in organizing such events. They then introduce their guest, Mike King from Acera Insurance, partner and national lead that specializes in equine insurance. They express their anticipation for the conversation, highlighting the educational value of discussing equine insurance and its significance in the horse industry. Overall, they hope to provide listeners with new insights and perspectives on the topic.
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    1 hr and 15 mins
  • Episode 21 - Samantha Griffin Smith
    May 22 2023

    In this week's episode, Ron, Dave, and Mark hosted a detailed interview with Samantha Griffin Smith, a Canadian reiner who has been living in Oklahoma for more than 20 years. Samantha has earned over three quarters of a million dollars throughout her career and aims to reach the million-dollar milestone. During the interview, Samantha provided valuable insights into her personal journey in the reining world and discussed the current state of the industry on a global scale. Enjoy this engaging conversation and gain a deeper understanding of Samantha's experiences and perspectives.

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    1 hr and 44 mins
  • Episode 20 - Matt Brown
    May 8 2023

    In the podcast, Ron, Dave, and Mark discuss the role of sport psychology in horse riding and other sports. They are joined by special guest Dr. Matt Brown, a mental trainer, who provides insights on how athletes can train their minds to perform at their best.



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    1 hr and 40 mins
  • Episode 19 - Locke and Deb Duce
    Apr 24 2023

    In the interview with married horse trainers Locke and Deb Duce, they share their experience and perspective on horse training. They talk about the importance of communication and trust between trainer and horse, as well as the long hours and hard work required in the job. The couple also discusses the joys of helping horses reach their full potential and the satisfaction of seeing them excel in competition.

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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Episode 18 - Wayne Latimer
    Apr 10 2023

    In this episode of The Xibition Podcast the boys welcome legendary Reiner and Performance Horseman Wayne Latimer to the show. Ron and Wayne reminisce of days long (long) ago when Wayne competed against Ron at Quarter Horse events here in Alberta. Wayne’s stories include tales of his highly accomplished family members including sons Duane and Dean Latimer. We hope you enjoy the show!

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    1 hr and 46 mins
  • Episode 17 - Recap of 2022
    Apr 3 2023

    Ron and Dave are back with Season 2 of The Xibition Podcast, and they are excited for the new season! Ron spent the fall and winter working with horses and sticking his nose into everyone else's business, while Dave has been traveling with his wife and visiting their daughters who are studying at universities in Kentucky, New Orleans, and Scotland. They welcome their friend  Mark Loewen to the podcast, who will be helping with the production and adding his own stories to the show.


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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 16 - Jessica Turner
    Jul 1 2022

    In this our final episode of Season 1, Ron and Dave sit down with Jessica Turner of Rose Fire Saddles to discuss how she arrived in Alberta after growing up in the Fraser Valley. Jessica shows her passion for quality horse equipment and explains some of the features that make Bob’s Custom Saddles an industry leader.

    The Xibition Podcast will return in the fall of 2022 with new episodes and exciting new interviews. Thank you for listening!

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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Episode 15 - Mark Parsons
    Jun 24 2022

    Ron and Dave are excited to have our cabaret live music headliner Mark Parsons on the podcast today. As you will hear Mark is so much more than just a talented musician. In this episode Mark shares some of his stories about growing up in the Yukon, his rodeo days in Southern British Columbia, his passion for Cow Horse riding, his work on his ranch here in Alberta and much more. We hope you enjoy the show!

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    56 mins