In this episode, Nikki talks to some of her best friends, but also her biggest critiques- these guests aren't afraid to tell her when her hair looks bad, when she's failing at something, or when she's gained a little weight. We all know that kids can be brutal, and in this episode, Afton and Charly, Nikki's own children, don't hold back. They tell us what they love about rodeo, what they think parents can do better, how certain feedback makes them feel, and their biggest worries in the arena.

This episode may or may not surprise you, but keeping the communication open with the next generation of rodeo stars is key to keeping our rodeo traditions alive; even if what they have to say is hard to hear.

In this episode of Rodeo Mamas Corral, Nikki Nelson, the show's host, tells her story and why she started the podcast. She talks about the challenges of motherhood, the heartbreak of losing a friend, and finding her place within the rodeo community. Nothing is left off the table, as she talks about life, death, postpartum depression, and mom guilt. In the end, Nikki extends her hand to other moms who live the rodeo lifestyle to join her on a journey of finding a village and finding the support that they all need.

No feelings are left unfelt in this raw and vulnerable episode.

Bring the tissues, because not much makes Nikki crack, but talking about her early life and feelings of inadequacy in motherhood does.

In this episode, Laura Porath, shares with us her journey of becoming a rodeo mama. From a small town in Oregon, to traveling the world, and finally settling down in a little town in Idaho-she's seen it all and being a rodeo parent is not where she expected her life to lead. She shares the highs and lows of raising a fierce competitor, along with the challenges that having such a determined cowgirl brings. Laura also gives us insight into how she balances the disappointments and emotions that so often come with our sport.