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Life at LIBERTY
Life at LIBERTY
This podcast is dedicated to all things Liberty. It explores the relationship that's possible between horses and humans when each has the freedom to choose. It celebrates Liberty horses – both famous and unknown – and the lives of the people who love them. And it was created for those that ask ‘What is Liberty’ and those who dare to ask 'What’s possible through Liberty?’. Life at Liberty will leave you inspired, intrigued and eager to connect with horses on a deeper level.
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July 21, 2023

Ty Murray Interview

Ty Murray Interview
Ty Murray Interview
Life at LIBERTY
Ty Murray Interview

Discover the extraordinary journey of Ty Murray, a nine-time World Champion, co-founder of the PBR and Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame inductee, as he defies tradition and seeks a deeper connection with horses. Uncover the unexpected twist that led him to challenge age-old practices and embrace a harmonious approach to horsemanship. Get ready to be inspired by his story of transformation.

In this episode, you will be able to:

• Learn how adjusting your mindset and approach can bring a deeper connection with horses.

• Appreciate the value of lifelong learning in the quest for better horsemanship.

• Be reminded of the pivotal role mentors play in your horsemanship journey.

• Hear how sound principles of horsemanship are universally applicable across different disciplines.

Join Dan James as he interviews special guest and upcoming Liberty Festival Clinician, Ty Murray.

ABOUT INTERVIEW: In accordance with the Liberty Festival mission to expand the Liberty discipline, we are thrilled to introduce the extraordinary Ty Murray, a multi-faceted cowboy, 9-time World Champion and Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Inductee as one of our featured clinicians. Born into a cowboy family, his adoration for horses runs as deep as his heritage. Ty's unsatiated quest for evolving his horsemanship skills continues to inspire many. His desire for a better understanding of horses and dedication towards turning challenging situations into effortless and graceful moments makes him an inspiration to us all.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:00 - Introduction

00:01:03 - Ty's Approach to Liberty

00:02:35 - Learning from Tom Dorrance

00:07:36 - Motivation and Inspiration

00:10:41 - Riding Broncos and Building Relationships

00:16:38 - Traditional Cowboy Mindset

00:18:28 - The Clydesdale Experiment

00:23:02 - The Problem with Containment

00:25:00 - Taking Fear out of Horses

00:29:08 - Riding without a Bridle

00:32:05 - The Joy of Seeking Better Horsemanship

00:34:39 - The Lack of Good Horsemanship

00:36:15 - Working Through the Horse's Mind

00:39:09 - Winning the Battle but Losing the War

00:40:21 - Learning from Others