The Short Round
Welcome to ”The Short Round,” the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association. Immerse yourself in everything Canadian Pro Rodeo! Hosted by Wacey Anderson, he brings you the latest news, in-depth analysis, and behind-the-scenes stories from Pro Rodeo Canada athletes and personnel. Whether you’re a seasoned rodeo fan or new to the sport, ”The Short Round” is your go-to source for everything related to Canadian Pro Rodeo. From results to exclusive interviews, Wacey covers all the bases. Each episode offers a unique blend of entertainment, education, and insider insights, making ”The Short Round” a must-listen. So, saddle up and join us for a journey into the heart of Canadian Professional Rodeo!
Episodes

5 days ago
5 days ago
Episode 5, Season 2 — Welcome to the thirty-fourth episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
This week, host Wacey Anderson brings you a double feature episode!To kick things off, Wacey chats with CPRA CEO Denny Phipps. The boys discuss the latest news from the 2025 AGM and some exciting updates for the SMS Pro Tour. (00:00:00-00:39:10)
In the second half of the pod, Wacey catches up with Curtis Cassidy. In this segment, Wacey and Curtis talk about Willy's induction into the Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame, his great horse, Stick, and the event of his infamous bull ride at the Daines Ranch. (00:39:10-1:18:24)
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Friday Mar 28, 2025
Friday Mar 28, 2025
Episode 4, Season 2 — Welcome to the thirty-third episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
This week, host Wacey Anderson is joined by John Dowdy, Owner of Equinety Horse Supplements. The fellas discuss Equinety's new partnership with the CPRA and much more!
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Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Thursday Mar 13, 2025
Episode 3, Season 2 — Welcome to the thirty-first episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
This week, Professional Tie Down Roper Kyle Lucas joins the show. Kyle and host Wacey Anderson discuss his scorching start to 2025, how he has grown throughout his career, and everything in between.
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Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Thursday Feb 27, 2025
Episode 3, Season 2 — Welcome to the thirty-first episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
This week, Wacey Anderson chats with Professional Bull Rider Coy Robbins. The boys talk about the ups and downs of Coy's career so far, how he has maintained a positive mindset, and all the irons he has in the fire outside the rodeo arena.
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Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Episode 3, Season 2 — Welcome to the thirtieth episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
This week, Wacey Anderson welcomes Scott Byrne, a 2024 Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame inductee. The guys discuss Scott's illustrious career in the arena, how he navigated life after rodeo, and how he continues to give back to the sport he loves.
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Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Tuesday Jan 28, 2025
Episode 2, Season 2 — Welcome to the twenty-ninth episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
This week, Wacey Anderson sits down with Canadian Champion Bull Rider Jared Parsonage. The boys cover the injury that kept him out of CFR50, his career, and everything in between!
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Friday Jan 10, 2025
Friday Jan 10, 2025
Episode 1, Season 2 — Welcome to the twenty-eighth episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
2025 is here, and the rodeo season is beginning to ramp up. This week, Wacey Anderson and Clay Creasy catch up on the early events in 2025 and see how our Canadian crew is faring in the early stages of the PRCA season.This week's feature interview is with Kavis Drake, the 2024 Canadian Heading Champion. The 18-year-old phenom turned heads at CFR50 and looks to continue the momentum in 2025.
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Friday Dec 20, 2024
Friday Dec 20, 2024
Episode 27, Season 1 — Welcome to the twenty-seventh episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
The Maple Leaf Circuit Finals have come and gone, and the 2024 Wrangler NFR has wrapped up with a new set of World Champions crowned. This week, Wacey Anderson and Clay Creasy catch up on everything that has happened in the rodeo world over the past month, and they look back on some of the top moments from 2024.
See you all in the New Year!
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Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Wednesday Nov 27, 2024
Episode 26, Season 1 — Welcome to the twenty-sixth episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
The Maple Leaf Circuit Finals are here. This week, Wacey Anderson and Clay Creasy catch up to prepare you for an exciting week of rodeo at Regina, SK's Canadian Western Agribition.
This week's feature interview is with the CPRA General Manager, Denny Phipps. Denny and Wacey catch up on CFR50, the Maple Leaf Circuit Finals, and the Wrangler National Finals Rodeo (00:12:45-00:58:34)This episode is dedicated to the legendary Canadian Bullfighter TJ Baird. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Baird family, and TJ will be greatly missed.
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Sunday Nov 10, 2024
Sunday Nov 10, 2024
Episode 25, Season 1 — Welcome to the twenty-fourth episode of The Short Round, the official podcast of the Canadian Professional Rodeo Association.
This week, Wacey Anderson and Clay Creasy get up to speed following the 2024 Canadian Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Banquet and look ahead to the 2024 Maple Leaf Circuit Finals.
This week's feature interview is with the 2024 Canadian Champion Bareback Rider, Kody Lamb. We cover his march to the 2024 Canadian title, his historic ride on Virgil, and much more. (00:11:20-01:04:49)
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Meet Your Host: Wacey Anderson
Dive into the captivating world of Canadian Professional Rodeo with Wacey Anderson, Pro Rodeo Canada Insider and Social Media Manager. As the host of "The Short Round" podcast, Wacey brings over six years of seasoned podcast hosting experience, along with an authentic, firsthand understanding of the rodeo lifestyle.
Wacey's journey is deeply rooted in rodeo. His early years were spent in the heart of this thrilling sport, which culminated as the 2014 Canadian Cowboys Association Champion Bull Rider. This connection with rodeo extends beyond the arena, as Wacey gracefully transitioned from competitor to a key player in the media and production side of the sport. His work has taken him to some of the most significant Rodeos and Bull Riding events in the country, offering him unique insights and experiences that enrich his storytelling and analysis.
In "The Short Round," Wacey leverages his comprehensive rodeo background to deliver in-depth discussions, exclusive interviews, and captivating narratives. Whether he's breaking down competition results, interviewing contestants or personell, or sharing behind-the-scenes stories, his passion and expertise shine through. Join Wacey Anderson on this exhilarating journey, as he takes you through the twists and turns of Canadian rodeo, making it an accessible and thrilling experience for all.