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Breakdown Podcast Spotlight: Josie Conner’s $100K Win at The American Rodeo

Josie Conner shares the story behind her $100K win at The American Rodeo on The Breakdown Podcast, including a retelling of the 1.89-second run that sealed it, and how Dutch—the 2024 Horse of the Year—played a starring role.

Josie Conner recounted her American Rodeo victory on The Breakdown Podcast.
Josie Conner captured her elusive American Rodeo in 2025 aboard "Dutch." Photo courtesy Teton Ridge

The latest episode of The Breakaway Breakdown hears Josie Conner retell of one of the most electric moments of her career—winning The American Rodeo and $100,000.

Conner’s lightning-fast, 1.89-second run became a career-defining victory. At just 21, Conner proved she’s a force to be reckoned with, riding her standout mount “Dutch,” the 2024 Horse of the Year, to the win in Arlington, Texas.

Hear Conner break down her strategy, from navigating the tricky three-under barrier to selecting calves for the final four, and how her years of experience at The American fueled this breakthrough. She also shares how this year’s invite—thanks to her No. 3 WPRA finish in 2024—offered her a different payday, but didn’t switch up her game plan.

From the rush of the moment to Dutch’s post-run antics, Conner gives listeners a candid look at the emotions and grit behind her big win. Don’t miss this deep-dive conversation that captures the thrill, preparation, and payoff of elite breakaway roping.

🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts and relive the 1.89 seconds that changed everything.

Josie Conner’s American Rodeo win on The Breakdown Podcast

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