Carole Jackson-Holyan is a proud citizen of the Navajo Nation, rodeo champion, entrepreneur, and cultural advocate. Carole’s story is one of breaking barriers—from becoming the youngest INFR world champion in barrel racing at just 11 years old, to serving as the first and only woman commissioner and vice president of the Indian National Finals Rodeo.

We’ll talk about her journey in the arena and beyond—how her father’s legacy inspired her to champion Native athletes, how she’s grown into a leader for Indigenous women through business and mentorship, and how she continues to bridge cultures through rodeo, education, and community.

So saddle up and join us as we celebrate the power of heritage, leadership, and perseverance—this is Cowgirl Beyond with Carole Jackson-Holyan.

Nancy Martiny is a master saddle maker and a true artisan of the American West. From her ranch in May, Idaho, Nancy has spent more than three decades crafting saddles that are as functional as they are beautiful. Her work is rooted in tradition, mentorship, and the belief that true craftsmanship takes time, heart, and a steady hand.

We’ll talk about how she got her start as a young girl carving leather alongside her father, how mentorship from the legendary Dale Harwood shaped her path, and what it means to be one of the few women mastering a trade long dominated by men. We’ll also dive into her role as a mentor herself—passing down the art of saddle making through her work with Art of the Cowgirl.

So settle in and join us for a conversation about craftsmanship, legacy, and the women keeping Western tradition alive—this is Cowgirl Beyond with Nancy Martiny.

Sarahmarge “Wink” Crigler is a fourth-generation rancher and the heart behind Arizona’s historic X Diamond Ranch: a place where conservation, cattle, and community come together.

From her early days as a teacher and horsewoman to becoming one of the most respected stewards of Western land, Wink has dedicated her life to preserving both the natural landscape and the traditions that ride alongside it. She’s the founder of the Little House Museum, co-founder of the Ranching Heritage Alliance, and recipient of the National Rangeland Management Award.

In this episode, Wink shares stories from her life on the ranch—what it means to protect the land for future generations, the lessons learned from her father’s wisdom, and why the cowboy way is, as she says, “the only life we ever knew.”

Join us for a journey through the high country of Arizona with a true guardian of the West—this is Cowgirl Beyond with Wink Crigler.