The podcast helping graphic designer boss-ladies work smarter and not harder in their design businesses. Your guru: the clever Anna Dower; mentor, designer, cake-lover and rad chick. 'Cos not all creatives wear hip black clothes and are design snobs. Some - like us - wear colourful Birkenstocks and believe in community over competition.
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Whaddya get when a cake-munchin’, success-slayin’ graphic designer (Anna Dower) joins forces with the designer’s sensei for mastering the wonderful world of web (Emma Kate)?Easy: Success*. Spoken, served, and dished up for you in a fun, live workshop-style podcast that’ll have you begging for more.MEET THE DESIGNER BOSS PODCASTWith a regular buffet of brilliance designed to solve your burning WTF biz worries, we’ll show you how to harness our tried-and-tested experiences and hard-earned less ...
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Along For The Ride With Andrea Fappani are conversations in excellence. Andrea Fappani - National Reining Horse Association “NRHA” 5.7 Million Dollar Rider was born and raised in Italy and followed his dream of moving to the USA and becoming one of the all-time leading trainers in the Performance Horse industry. His focus, drive and passion for excellence not only made him the youngest NRHA million Dollar Rider, along the way he has been recognized for his ability to teach and advocate excep ...
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Adán Banuelos embodies a true cowboy and leader in the performance horse industry with $6,820,458.00 LTE NCHA
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Adán Banuelos embodies a true cowboy and leader in the performance horse industry with $6,820,458.00 LTE NCHA. Growing up in a large Mexican-American family, he was instilled with the values of family, hard work, and horsemanship. His father, Ascension, an NCHA Hall of Fame Rider, and his mother are the foundation of his successful career as the le…
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Lisa Lockhart Professional Barrel Racer, Over $3Million in Earnings
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Professional Barrel Racer from Oeirichs, South Dakota. With more than 17 NFR qualifications under her belt, Lockhart has made barrel racing history multiple times since she began competing. And, over the past five years Lisa has been a very consistent competitor finishing top five in the World Standings every year. As competitive as she is inside t…
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This week we're diving into how to kick your fear of failing creativity to the curb and crafting a design process that sets you up for success every time. Tune in to discover how you can create fearlessly! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Anna Dower
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Get ready for some real talk! In this week's episode of the Uncool Designer Podcast, Anna's dishing out the answers to all your burning design biz questions in this "Ask Anna" episode! Tune in as she navigates the intricate balance of being both a mother and a CEO, sharing insights on the juggle that many working moms face. But that's not all – the…
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Join Anna Dower on "The Uncool Designer Podcast" for a special episode where we tackle the overwhelm many designers face when starting and running their business. Anna lays out a clear, actionable roadmap to help you move from frozen to flourishing in your design biz. From setting your foundations to automating processes and boosting your marketing…
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Join Anna on the "Uncool Designer Podcast" as she dives into the crucial topic of setting boundaries in the design industry. If you're feeling burnt out or resenting your clients, it's time to master the art of establishing clear lines. Don't fret—you're in good company! Anna shares her personal journey and the lessons she's learned on becoming a b…
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Everyone wants multiple income streams, right?
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Delving into the topic of diversifying income streams, Anna recounts her accidental success with a digital magazine that evolved into a profitable venture through advertising and memberships. She shares insights from her journey, emphasising the importance of creating content that resonates with the audience and solves their pressing needs. While a…
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Feeling like work is drying up can be a terrifying experience for any creative professional. However, this episode is all about transforming fear into action. We're going to discuss why these moments, although challenging, are not the end of your career (or world) but rather an opportunity for growth and resilience. I'm excited to share three actio…
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This week, it’s just you and me, Anna Dower, diving into a topic that's a bit hush-hush in the creative world: selling. Yes, we're breaking the taboo and talking about making those money moves! Why Selling Isn't a Dirty Word: We often shy away from talking about sales and money, especially in creative fields. But here's the truth: selling is essent…
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This week, we're joined by the fabulous Liz Mosley, a graphic designer with 15 years under her belt, specialising in branding for small businesses. Liz also hosts the Building Your Brand podcast and offers courses for those DIYing their branding. Learn more about her at lizmosley.net and follow her on Instagram @lizmmosley. What's on Tap This Episo…
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In this episode Anna talks about the lead up to the Designer Boss Slumber Party, her key takeaways from the presentations & what's next. Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/freebies/ https://designerboss.co/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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In this episode Anna talks who theme words for 2024 and how she came up with them. She also gives her audience insight into what she will be offering in the new year. Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/freebies/ https://designerboss.co/ PS. I got my numbers wrong in this episo…
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Go all the way with your preferred design style
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In this episode Anna talks about how sometimes you don't know who your ideal client is until you put out your design style into the world and see who you attract. Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/freebies/ https://annadower.com/100designers See omnystudio.com/listener for pr…
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In this episode Anna talks about how you can market your graphic design business to get a consistent flow of clients. Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/freebies/ https://annadower.com/100designers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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In this episode Anna talks about the 2 big pricing mistakes that designers make in their business and how to rectify them! Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/pricing-video/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Anna Dower
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In this episode Anna talks about how she has been feeling lost in her business and what she has been doing to get her mojo back! Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/freebies/ https://annadower.com/100designers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Big Money Horse Shows! Nick Dowers and Andrea discuss the changes in the horse show industry.
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Big Money Horse Shows! Nick Dowers and Andrea discuss the changes in the horse show industry with high dollar purses and additional show dates. An open discussion on the possible changes required to pursue the Big Money Shows, training, care, strategies, logistics and communication with the owners. Andrea and Nick review Andrea’s first trip to the …
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Onboarding new design clients - The tried & tested Process
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In this episode Anna guides us through her uncomplicated yet highly efficient client onboarding procedure. Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/freebies/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Anna Dower
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Tech, ADHD & Designer Pals with Danni Green
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In this episode Anna with Danni Green delve into the world of technology, navigating work with ADHD, and the influential role of supportive design communities. Follow Danni: https://dannigreen.co/ https://blackcactusdigital.com/ Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/freebies/ See…
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In this ep Anna Dower chats with her spouse, Leigh, discussing the intricacies of being in a marriage with a design entrepreneur. They delve into the challenges of working together from home while also maintaining their marital bond. Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ See omnystudio.com/listener fo…
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In this episode Anna Dower talks about the value layers your website needs to clearly communicate to your audience in order to attract dreamy, easy design clients. Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/freebies/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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In this episode, Anna Dower delves into the art of standing out in the world of graphic design. She reveals that carving out your niche need not be as daunting; in fact, it can be easy peasy with her layered niche formula. Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ Get the free niche workbook here: https:/…
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Authenticity, Autism & AI with Shan Fitzgerald
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In this episode, Anna Dower engages in a lively exchange with messaging maestro, Shan Fitzgerald, from Wild Spark Copy. Prepare for a fun and casual chat that explores the art of keeping it real in the business world, the trials and tribulations of being a ND entrepreneur, and the epic quest of taming the AI dragon. Follow Shan: https://wildsparkco…
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In this episode Anna chats with designer and human design expert Teresa Crifo. They discuss: What is human design How can designers use their human design reading to help them grown in biz Follow Teresa & get your free human design chart: https://www.teresacrifo.co/ https://www.teresacrifo.co/free https://www.instagram.com/teresacrifo.co/ Follow An…
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Is your "good girl complex" affecting your design biz boundaries?
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In this new episode of the uncool designer episode Anna Dower talks about the moment she cracked open and her good girl complex was destroyed! She also explains how you can take the power back in your design business by setting boundaries and ditching your own good girl persona. Connect with Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.co…
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In this episode Anna Dower chats with past Design Biz Bootcamp student and now real life friend Kat Potter. Topics discuss include illustration pricing, how illustration can grow your design biz & single mum life. Follow Kat: https://littleblackkat.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/littleblackkatcreative/ Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ htt…
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Bacon really is her name with Hannah Bacon
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In this episode Anna Dower chats with online friend and fellow designer Hannah Bacon about mental illness, juggling motherhood and biz and passive income for designers. Follow Hannah: https://www.hannahbacondesign.com/ https://www.instagram.com/hannah.bacon.design/ Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor…
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In this solo episode Anna talks about the epidemic effecting graphic designers all around the globe, it's called FOBO! Follow Anna: https://annadower.com/ https://annadower.com/designbizbootcamp/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Anna Dower
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Motherhood, Design + Reality TV with Amy Pearson
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In this episode Anna Dower chats with past mentor student, designer and ecourse creator Amy Pearson from Sunmother. Follow Amy: https://www.sunmotherstudio.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sunmotherstudio/ Follow Anna: https://www.annadower.com/ https://www.instagram.com/annacreativementor/ https://annadower.com/designbizbootcamp/ See omnystudio.com/…
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Ty Murray - Nine-time World Champion professional rodeo cowboy talks Horsemanship and the need to respect the horse.
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Ty Murray - Nine-time World Champion professional rodeo cowboy. He was one of the top rodeo contestants in the world from the late 1980s to early 2000s. He is an inductee of the ProRodeo Hall of Fame in Colorado Springs, Colorado, in the all-around category. He is one of the co-founders and a board adviser of the Professional Bull Riders (PBR). Fro…
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Sarah Dawson NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, 2022 Leading NRCHA professional
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Sarah Dawson NRCHA Million Dollar Rider, 2022 Leading NRCHA professional with $376,819. 2020 NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity Open Champion. Sarah’s husband Chris is also a NRCHA Million Dollar Rider making Dawson Performance Horses a real powerhouse in the cow horse industry. Sarah is the daughter of Richard & Cheryl Winters, Richard is a well known cli…
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Anna Buffini: FEI Grand Prix Dressage Rider/Trainer. A rising star in USA Dressage
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Anna Buffini: FEI Grand Prix Dressage Rider/Trainer. A rising star in USA Dressage, earned several top results early in the 2021 season with her Hanoverian mare, FRH Davinia La Douce, placing third in the FEI Grand Prix and FEI Grand Prix Special CDI3* at the Adequan Global Dressage Festival and third in the FEI Grand Prix Freestyle. Andrea and Ann…
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Wes Ashlock NCHA Western Bloodstock 2 Year Old High Seller $1.5M
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Wes Ashlock from Abilene, TX. NCHA 2YO trainer with numerous NCHA Western Bloodstock high selling 2 year old prospects. 2022 High seller Hot Twice selling for a record $1,500,000.00 Wes has a NCHA LTE in excess of $500,000. His wife Lindy is also a very talented Non Pro with 2 Futurity finalist in 2023 and over $2M LTE with NCHA…
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2022 “The Run For A Million” Rider & Horse Review with Casey Deary, Corey Cushing, Shawn Flarida & Kain Emmons odds, predictions, rumors and background on the elite 16 rider/horse field
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Listen in on a conversation with Andrea and fellow professionals Casey Deary NRHA 3M Rider, Corey Cushing NRCHA 3M Rider, Shawn Flarida NRHA 6M Rider And Kain Emmons NRHA Professional/Judge discuss the 2022 The Run For A Million event. They share the horses they will ride and how they prepare. Kain provides a fans prospective on ‘his picks”, rumors…
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Tim McQuay NRHA Hall Of Fame Rider/Breeder
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Tim McQuay, NRHA Hall Of Fame, 11 years as NRHA’s All-Time Leading Money Earner, First $3 Million Dollar Rider in the NRHA, along with playing a fundamental role in the Reining breeding industry He has devoted his time to educating numerous professionals and serving on committees in the NRHA as a judge, professional, owner & rider. Tim has develope…
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Don Murphy, NRCHA Hall Of Fame Member, “The Trainers Trainer”, Great conversation with Andrea the day after his first time showing a cow horse at the NRCHA Derby.
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Don Murphy, NRCHA Hall Of Fame Member. Born and raised on a ranch in California, Don shadowed and learned from many of the great West Coast horsemen. As Don continued to build his reputation as a showman and trainer, other professionals took notice of his gift for “teaching” his sport. He is know as “The Trainers Trainer”. From Non Pros to many of …
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Turns out you can teach an old dog, new tricks! In this episode Anna chats with fellow graphic designer Alison Price about her journey from old skool designer in a rut to passionate CEO of her super niched design biz. Follow on instagram: @annacreativementor Free resources for designers: https://annadower.com/freebies/ Work with Anna: https://annad…
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From Freelancer to Designer Boss with Jess Geppert
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In this episode Anna chats with fellow graphic designer Jess Geppert about her transformation from underpaid freelance designer to confident designer boss! Follow on instagram: @annacreativementor Free resources for designers: https://annadower.com/freebies/ Work with Anna: https://annadower.com/work-with-me/ Niche me, Baby! Challenge: https://anna…
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In this episode Anna ditches the fluff and goes straight to the core of why you have no design clients. Follow on instagram: @annacreativementor Free resources for designers: https://annadower.com/freebies/ Work with Anna: https://annadower.com/work-with-me/ Niche me, Baby! Challenge: https://annadower.com/niche-me-baby/ Design Biz Bootcamp: https:…
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In this episode Anna talks about the uncontrollable things life throws at you and how to handle it all while running a graphic design business. Follow on instagram: @annacreativementor Free resources for designers: https://annadower.com/freebies/ Work with Anna: https://annadower.com/work-with-me/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information…
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Shawn Flarida & Andrea Fappani talk about the finer points of Horsemanship.
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Shawn Flarida & Andrea Fappani talk about the finer points of Horsemanship. With 14+ Million in NRHA earnings between the two of them this conversation gets into how these two riders communicate/understand their horses at the highest level of performance. Enjoy this unique conversation about the importance of horsemanship and how the very best lear…
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Nick and Andrea get into horsemanship and its benefits for all disciplines at all levels. This conversation is a sample of how Nick Dowers, Shawn Flarida and Andrea will share decades of high level experiences in communicating and understanding the ways horses learn and perform in the upcoming Las Vegas Symposium in February 2022. Nick is a two tim…
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Billie Bray - Chief Marketing Officer and co-owner of the well know equine company Equibrand from Granbury TX. Equibrand represents Classic Equine, Classic Ropes, Rattler Ropes and Martin Saddlery. Bray is well-positioned to grow the Western industry while simultaneously Billie hopes to have an influence on other families to support the cowboy way …
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A professional, beautiful and high-converting website can be the ultimate marketing tool for your design business. But not just any website will do. It’s important to be strategic and include a few super important things to convince your ideal clients you’re the designer for them. In this episode, we share 5 website must-haves every design biz webs…
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We’re asked all the time: “how do I actually get people to my website?” So today we’re talking all things sales funnels. We totally get the terms ‘sales funnels’ and ‘build your list’ can sound daunting, dry and even a bit cringe but we’re determined to show you why having a funnel is super important for your design business, and how it’ll make you…
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Kat took the leap to full-time in her design biz less than a year ago and she just hit her first $10K+ month. In this episode, we chat with the lovely Kat about how she did it, the ups and downs of her design career, and how she created a business that not only pays the bills but that she loves too. HOSTS / GUESTS: Katrina Potter https://littleblac…
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Samantha Murdoch is not only a talented designer but also a qualified design teacher and one of the things she helps students with is overcoming creative blocks. In this episode, Sam shares her best tips & tricks for working through blocks and sparking creativity in our work & life in general. HOSTS / GUESTS: Samantha Murdoch https://pretty-bird-cr…
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Janet Van Bebber- AQHA Chief Racing Officer on Along For The Ride
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Janet VanBebber is the Chief Racing Officer for the American Quarter Horse Association (AQHA). VanBebber is responsible for planning, directing and coordinating the racing department, Racing Challenge and related programs. Janet plays a key role in developing and implementing programs and objectives to promote the advancement of Quarter Horse racin…
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Ditch the small biz mentality & think global, baby!
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Do you feel like you can only really work with clients in your local area? If so, this is the podcast for you. In this episode, we share our experiences and our best tips & tools for attracting and working with clients all around the globe. The digital world is your oyster! HOSTS / GUESTS: Anna Dower ≫ Creative Mentor Insta:@annacreativementor FB:@…
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2021 Run For A Million with Taylor Sheridan, Guest Interview with Gina Maria Schumacher
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Taylor is a screenwriter, director, actor, 5 time nominee for Academy Award, co-creator of Yellowstone and creator/producer of Run For A Million, as well as extremely passionate about horses. Taylor sits down to update us on developments on his many Film/TV projects (Yellowstone & Last Cowboy) and plans for the up and coming RFTM in August. Gina Ma…
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