The Ride Podcast Ep. 130: Amy Wheatley on Life Inside the Ranch Sorting Pen

In this episode, we talk with ranch sorter and media personality Amy Wheatley about her journey into the sport and the stories she’s gathered along the way.

This episode of The Ride Podcast where we talk to Amy Wheatley is brought to you by Dechra.

A familiar face in ranch sorting arenas across the country, Amy Wheatley has built her reputation as both a dedicated competitor and a steady presence sharing ranch sorter interviews on her platformSort It Out Productions. She’s spent years interviewing and telling the stories of the riders, horses, and families who make the sport what it is—while riding and competing right alongside them. Her unique blend of experience on both sides of the arena gives her a perspective few others can match.

In this episode ofThe Ride, Amy shares how she first found ranch sorting, the moments that hooked her on the sport, and what it was like stepping into a media role. She reflects on the riders and stories that have stuck with her, the insight she’s gained from being so close to the action, and why ranch sorting continues to be one of the fastest-growing—and most welcoming—disciplines in the Western world.

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