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.
Your First Jackpot Show: Everything You Need to Know (HYSLC Explained)
Send us Fan Mail Thinking about going to your first jackpot show… but not sure where to start? This episode is for you. We sat down with Daren Chambers and Cody Long from the Heartland Youth Show Lamb Circuit (HYSLC) to break down everything a show family needs to know before pulling into their first jackpot. From finding and entering shows on the Showman app… to what actually happens when you arrive… to how the rings work and how to not miss your class — we walk through the entire day step-b...
23 Apr 2026
Feeding, Fueling, and Building Show Stock from the Inside Out- Rob Cooper
Send us Fan Mail If you’ve ever felt like you’re just guessing when it comes to feeding your animals… this episode is for you. In this conversation, I sit down with Rob Cooper, a PhD-level ruminant nutritionist with over 20 years of experience developing feeding programs for large-scale cattle operations, to break down what actually matters when it comes to feed, supplements, and performance. We dive into the fundamentals of nutrition—energy, protein, and what’s really happening inside the ru...
16 Apr 2026
What I Got Wrong My First 2 Years in Show Stock - Kaid Panek
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Cheat Codes, I sit down with Kaid Panek—someone who’s just a couple years ahead of me in the show stock world and still very much in the trenches figuring it out. This isn’t a polished “expert” interview. It’s a real conversation between two show dads comparing notes, sharing mistakes, and trying to shortcut the learning curve for anyone getting started. We talk through what we both got wrong early on, the things we completely overcomplicated, and what actu...
18 Mar 2026
Perception, Data & Visibility in Show Stock-Allison May
Send us Fan Mail 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 m...
13 Mar 2026
The Fitter’s Perspective - Troy Goretska
Send us Fan Mail 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 bigge...
10 Mar 2026
Debrief 4
Send us Fan Mail 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, a...
15 Feb 2026
Built in the Barn: A Show Stock Family Story-John & Kaytlynn Lemley
Send us Fan Mail 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 tur...
7 Feb 2026
Debrief 3
Send us Fan Mail 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 ...
30 Jan 2026
Understanding Online Livestock Sales & Auctions
Send us Fan Mail 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 mor...
19 Jan 2026
Weekly Debrief Episode 2
Send us Fan Mail 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...
9 Jan 2026
Weekly Debrief Episode 1
Send us Fan Mail 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...
8 Jan 2026
Buying Your First Show Animal: A Breeder Explains What Parents Should Know-Philip Doty
Send us Fan Mail 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 ...
2 Jan 2026
The Show Stock World Explained for Parents (What No One Tells You)
Send us Fan Mail 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...
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