Should've Been A Cowgirl w/ Austin Richardson

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.