What do a Catalina buffalo, Hawaiian paniolo cowboys, and rodeo myth-busting have in common? Join host Ryan Weir as he explores how seemingly unrelated lives intersect in fascinating ways. In this episode, Ryan talks to horseman/entrepreneur Jim Cunningham and musician-cohost Eddy Boos, uncovering hidden stories that bridge surf culture, cowboy life, and timeless wisdom. Packed with humor, unexpected insights, and captivating storytelling, this episode is ideal for anyone fascinated by life’s unpredictable twists and turns.What you'll discover:The "buffalo in camp" survival moment—and why following quiet experts saves your hideSpurs, soft hands, and the counterintuitive horse cues most riders get wrongMule master Jerry Tindell and legends like Rusty Richards of Sons of the PioneersThe real origin of Hawaiian paniolo (Parker Ranch, Kamehameha, Captain Vancouver) and their rodeo upsetRodeo reality: flank strap vs. myth, and how bull/rider scoring really works (50/50)Spotting energy vampires, choosing mentors, and living the cowboy code: kindness, integrity, second chancesWho will love this episode:Fans of storytelling and intriguing real-life talesCurious minds interested in discovering hidden connectionsPeople who enjoy humor, surprises, and thought-provoking discussionsAnyone who loves unraveling life’s mysteriesTimestamps:00:00:00 - Intro and guest Jim Cunningham00:03:35 - Riding smarter: spurs, soft hands and getting off to reset00:10:58 - Legends: Rusty Richards, Bobby Adair and gentleman horsemanship00:16:20 - Jerry Tindell's mule wisdom + "buffalo in camp" lesson00:19:06 - Two Harbors tale: riding a horse into the bar (Catalina)00:26:45 - Paniolo origins: Parker Ranch, Kamehameha and Captain Vancouver00:31:45 - Cheyenne Frontier Days: Hawaiians "clean up" the rodeo00:56:50 - Rodeo myth-busting: flank straps, scoring, and "million-dollar bulls"01:03:45 - The big wreck: 8 ribs, collarbone—humility and recovery01:16:20 - Cowboy code: integrity, mentors and "trust, then verify"Stay Connected:Like this video if you enjoyed discovering the unexpected!Comment your favorite weird connection below.Subscribe and hit the bell to keep uncovering more Weird Connections. Welcome to Weird Connections - because everyone's connected, whether you like it or not.Resources Mentioned:Jerry Tindell (mules and horsemanship)Rusty Richards and Sons of the PioneersParker Ranch / paniolo historyWill Rogers; Ronald Reagan "Trust, then verify"Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. Follow us: @Pacific.Lens.Studios Contact: [email protected]. 8#WeirdConnections #CowboyWisdom #Paniolo

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