Talk Radio Host Derek Barton interviews rodeo star Cody Teel at the Wrangler NFR 2016 in Las Vegas.
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Derek Barton and Rick Thompson recieving the “PRCA Excellence in Broadcast Media” award at the annual PRCA Year End Awards Ceremony
Talk Rodeo is a 5-day a week, 3 min., year-round rodeo interview show, featuring the biggest names in rodeo. The show was started over 15 years ago by Rick Thompson from North Dakota, as a way to keep the public informed on what is going on in the rodeo world. In 2009, Thompson was joined by Wyoming Native, Derek Barton, as a partner in the Talk Rodeo Shows. Barton, a PRCA Announcer and Radio broadcaster for over 30 years, brought to the partnership a vast background of broadcasting, technical and promotional experience to the mix. With Thompson, a walking encyclopedia of rodeo knowledge and history, the show grew to the next level, with today’s radio and internet exposure. Barton then went forward on developing and maintaining the shows internet and social media sites, and does all the editing and production off all the shows, which increased the shows listenership to several hundred radio stations and listeners from all over the world.
Derek and Rick at the Wrangler National Finals
Talk Rodeo also is a very recognized fixture in the media room at the Wrangler National Finals every year. Besides the daily Talk Rodeo shows, Barton and Thompson also air 2-4:00 WNFR shows for all 10 rounds from Las Vegas. One show features each nights round winners and audio from those winners on their winner runs. The other show keeps listeners up to date on the current World Standings and the WNFR Average standings as well. Those efforts, hard work and passion, were rewarded in 2010, when Talk Rodeo received the “PRCA Excellence in Broadcast Media” award at the annual PRCA Year End Awards Ceremony. With today’s internet, the exposure to video and audio for rodeo coverage has increased by leaps and bound and Talk Rodeo is always trying to stay fresh and up to date on that coverage. Barton says that “the most important thing, Talk Rodeo, does, it to make sure that rodeo fans around the world, can stay on top of what their favorite cowboy and cowgirl are doing. We hope that Talk Rodeo as accomplished that and will continue to do so.”
Aaron Kuhl is a passionate advocate for the western lifestyle, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to his role as Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Cowboy Lifestyle Network (CLN). Growing up as an Arizona native, with a mother who worked for Wrangler Western for over 30 years, Aaron was immersed in the cowboy culture from a young age. Aaron and his sister Heather grew up watching rodeos, as their grandfather and uncle were PRCA ProRodeo cardholders. This early exposure has given him a profound understanding and appreciation for the western way of life. Aaron went to Corona del Sol High School in Tempe, AZ, then to the University of Arizona in Tucson, AZ, where he received a Bachelor of Science after creating his own major. This unique course of study wove together Business Marketing, Geography, Sociology, Philosophy, and Religion. After graduating from the University of Arizona, Aaron joined CLN in its nascent stages, contributing to its growth and development over the past decade. As COO, Aaron manages operations, using AI to streamline processes and analyze data, ensuring CLN remains a leading voice. With expertise in business development, he innovates and cultivates client relationships, supporting CLN’s exponential growth. Beyond his professional accomplishments, Aaron values his faith, family, and friends, which are the cornerstones of his life. This personal foundation, combined with his professional expertise, makes him a trusted and authoritative voice in the western lifestyle community. Aaron’s commitment to philanthropy is the bedrock of his personal ethos. He actively supports local Arizona organizations such as the American Heart Association, the Boys & Girls Club, Chandler Compadres, Horses Help, Harris Brothers Charity Foundation, and Darkhorse Benefits and Operation Guardian (among others), reflecting his dedication to giving back and strengthening the community he calls home. Through his work, Aaron aims to preserve and promote the traditions of the west, ensuring that the spirit of the cowboy lives on for future generations.
