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Cheat Codes — Show Stock Edition is for parents trying to figure out the show cattle and show lamb world without feeling lost, rushed, or intimidated.
Hosted by a parent learning in real time, this podcast breaks down how the show stock ecosystem really works — from buying animals and understanding breeders, to navigating judges, feeding decisions, and expectations.
Through real stories, honest conversations, and clear explanations, Cheat Codes helps parents think clearly, move forward confidently, and support their kids without burning out or overspending.
This isn’t expert talk.
It’s a learning conversation — and you’re invited.
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Send a text In this episode of Cheat Codes: Show Stock Edition, we sit down with Allison May of Pinnacle Livestock Solutions to unpack one of the most misunderstood forces in the show stock world—perception. From the way animals are presented in sale photos to how families show up at jackpots, perception quietly influences outcomes at every level. But what does that actually mean for families who are just getting started? We break down: How perception develops in show stock (and why it matter...
Send a text What do fitters actually see when your animal walks into the barn? In this episode of Cheat Codes: Show Stock Edition, Tom sits down with experienced fitter Troy Goretska to talk about what separates average projects from great ones — and why most success in the show barn comes down to daily habits, consistency, and good management, not just feed or supplements. Troy shares how he got started in fitting, what he notices immediately when he looks at a new animal, and the biggest mi...
Send a text Cheat Codes Debrief – Moving Day, Barn Setup & What’s Next The last few weeks have been a little chaotic behind the scenes. After a lot of waiting and moving parts, we finally closed on our new place and are now in the middle of getting everything moved, cleaning up the show barn, and getting the animals settled in so we can get back into a normal routine. Because of that, the podcast has been a little quiet recently. This time of year is packed with major shows, sales, and tr...
Send a text What happens when a kid doesn’t start showing livestock at five years old? In this episode of Cheat Codes: Show Stock Edition, Tom sits down with father–daughter duo John Lemley and Kaytlynn Lemley to talk about late starts, family pressure, entrepreneurship, and what the barn really builds in kids. Kaytlynn didn’t grow up in the show ring. She tried dance, volleyball, band, and color guard before stepping into livestock in high school. What began with one Southdown sheep turned i...
Send a text In this Weekly Debrief episode of Cheat Codes — Show Stock Edition, Tom shares another real-time update from the barn — the wins, setbacks, and lessons that come with learning livestock management alongside family. This episode revisits a previous situation involving a ewe with a prolapse, walking through the treatment decisions, a follow-up vet visit, and the outcome after getting the issue corrected. It’s a practical look at navigating unfamiliar territory, learning as you go, a...
Send a text In this episode of Cheat Codes: Show Stock Edition, Tom sits down with Becky Drlik and Sadie McClung to break down the world of online livestock sales and auctions. Together, they walk through how online sales actually work, what buyers should expect, and where families often get tripped up. From bidding and payment processes to understanding sale terms like flush rights, shared ownership, and leases, this conversation is designed to remove confusion and help parents make more inf...
Send a text Cheat Codes: Weekly Debrief is a short, weekly mini-podcast documenting real-time lessons from the barn — the wins, the setbacks, and the decisions in between. This isn’t a clinic or expert advice. It’s documentation. We share what we tried, why we tried it, what worked, and what didn’t as we learn in real time. Each week we break down: What went wellWhat didn’tWhat we learnedHow we’re adjusting going forwardFrom animal health and feeding to facilities, weather, mindset, and...
Send a text Cheat Codes: Weekly Debrief is a short, weekly mini-podcast documenting real-time lessons from the barn — the wins, the setbacks, and the decisions in between. This isn’t a clinic or expert advice. It’s documentation. We share what we tried, why we tried it, what worked, and what didn’t as we learn in real time. Each week we break down: What went wellWhat didn’tWhat we learnedHow we’re adjusting going forwardFrom animal health and feeding to facilities, weather, mindset, and...
Send a text Buying your first show calf or show lamb can be the most intimidating part of the entire show stock journey — especially for parents who didn’t grow up in the industry or who feel overwhelmed by how much has changed. In this episode of Cheat Codes — Show Stock Edition, I sit down with Philip Doty, a breeder to talk honestly about the buying process from the breeder’s side. We break down how private treaty and auction sales actually work, what breeders notice about first-time buyer...
Send a text Episode 1: Feeling Behind in the Show World? You’re Not Alone. If you’re a parent stepping into show cattle or show lambs and thinking, “Everyone else seems to know what they’re doing but me,” this episode is for you. In this first episode of Cheat Codes: Show Stock Edition, I share why the show stock world feels so confusing for parents — even those with past livestock experience — and how much the game has changed over time. You’ll hear: How my own background (and my wife’s) sha...
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