In this replay episode of In The LOOP, we sit down with 2024 National Finals Barrel Racing Aggregate Champion Andrea Busby for one of the most honest and inspiring conversations we’ve had yet. This episode originally aired earlier this season, but it’s one we believe is worth hearing again.
From early rodeo days to finally crossing the Thomas & Mack threshold, Andrea brings us through every twist, turn, and tough lesson along the way. We talk about what it truly took for her to make her first NFR — and why the timing couldn’t have been better. Andrea opens up about her journey through horse injuries, mental fatigue, and rebuilding her confidence mid-season. She shares the impact of mentors like Brittany Pozzi-Tonozzi and Sue Smith, and how their guidance helped her grow both as a horsewoman and as a competitor.
This episode digs into the gritty realities of rodeo life — from engine failures and barrier mistakes to the pressure of placing when every dollar counts. We reflect on her placing in 9 out of 10 NFR rounds, winning the average, and doing it all with grace, grit, and deep faith.
Andrea reminds us that success isn’t about a single run — it’s about the thousands of miles, hard days, and quiet victories that lead you there. Her story is powerful, relatable, and full of the kind of wisdom we all need to hear.
In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.
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In The LOOP Podcast hosted by Jordan Jo Hollabaugh, is inspired by the western culture and breakaway roping lifestyle. This podcast highlights the raw, real, truth behind the box of the breakaway roping industry. Bringing you behind the scenes stories of what real life looks like everyday from; breakaway ropers, cowgirls, cowboys, producers, leaders, trailblazers, and the like, all sharing stories of the western culture and lifestyle that they live daily.
In The LOOP Podcast & Fabrizio Marketing LLC are not responsible for any losses, damages, or liabilities that may arise from the use of this podcast.
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