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After the Ninth

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Third-generation Chuckwagon driver Dayton Sutherland and Kass Patterson give listeners an in-depth look at the world of chuckwagon racing. Dayton and Kass talk to those in the sport and learn more about the horses, driving techniques and much more!
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Ep. 7 Chanse Vigen

After the NinthJan 10, 2020

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Ep. 19 Calgary Stampede Hot Stove with Kurt and Chance Bensmiller

Ep. 19 Calgary Stampede Hot Stove with Kurt and Chance Bensmiller

During the Calgary Stampede, 100 Years of Chuckwagon Racing Anniversary Tarp Sale, Dayton and Kass got to work with Lammles Western Wear and put on the After the Ninth Hot Stove. Over the night they held four sessions and were able to chat with some of the drivers and outriders about not only the sport of chuckwagon racing but the family aspects of it as well. Included in those sessions were Kurt and Chance Bensmiller.


Thank you Lammles for being the official western wear partner of After the Ninth and for Presenting the After the Ninth Hot Stove! Be sure to go check them out either online or in-store as they celebrate 40 years in business!

May 28, 202312:56
Ep. 18 Calgary Stampede Hot Stove with Chad and Jordie Fike

Ep. 18 Calgary Stampede Hot Stove with Chad and Jordie Fike

Back during the Calgary Stampede 100 Years of Chuckwagon Racing Anniversary Tarp Sale, Dayton and Kass got to work with Lammles and put on the After the Ninth Hot Stove. Over the night they held four sessions and were able to chat with some of the drivers and outriders about not only the sport of chuckwagon racing but the family aspects of it as well. The night started off with Chad and Jordie Fike.


Thank you Lammles for being the official western wear partner of After the Ninth and for presenting the After the Ninth Hot Stove! Be sure to go check them out either online or in-store as they celebrate 40 years in business!

May 20, 202311:00
Ep. 17 Part Two of the 2022 Wagon Trail

Ep. 17 Part Two of the 2022 Wagon Trail

We go back to looking at the last part of the 2022 wagon season. After the Ninth co-host, takes you back behind the scenes with full interviews from the After the Ninth Race Review. We start with the last five days of the Calgary Stampede, and hear Kris Molle's thoughts on how the week was going days before he would win the 2022 Rangeland Derby then we end at the Century Downs World Finals, where we again will talk to By Golle Kris Molle! 

Thank you Lammle's Western Wear for being the official western wear provider of After the Ninth. This holiday season check them out online at www.lammles.com or in-store to help those on your list #liveyourownwest

Nov 18, 202201:35:30
Ep. 16 Part One of the 2022 Wagon Trail

Ep. 16 Part One of the 2022 Wagon Trail

While the 2022 wagon season has come to an end, the stories have not. After the Ninth co-host, Kass Patterson is taking you behind the scenes with the full interviews from the After the Ninth Race Review. In this episode, we start with the Grande Prairie Stompede and end with day five of the Calgary Stampede. Hear everything from one of Rae Croteau Jr.'s first interviews back, to Cruise Bensmiller's thoughts ahead of his first dash, family interviews at the Calgary Stampede and much more! Stay tuned for the second half of the wagon season in episode 17! 


Thank you Lammle's Western Wear for being the official western wear provider of After the Ninth. Check them out instore or online at lammles.com to #liveyourownwest

Sep 17, 202250:44
Ep. 15 Jim Harbidge Ponoka Stampede Chuckwagon Director

Ep. 15 Jim Harbidge Ponoka Stampede Chuckwagon Director

In episode fifteen of After the Ninth, Dayton talks about how spring training is going; and gives an update on one of the equine athletes in his barn. Kass talks to the Ponoka Stampede Chuckwagon Director Jim Harbidge about the upcoming Ponoka Stampede Tarp Sale, happening May 6th, and this year's Ponoka Stampede. One of the big questions asked during the interview was, could we see four outriders at the Ponoka Stampede again? Plus an an exciting announcement about how wagon fans can see their favorite drivers during this years Stampede.  

Apr 28, 202201:03:01
Ep. 14 Kirstin Smith Hoffman's Horse Products

Ep. 14 Kirstin Smith Hoffman's Horse Products

In episode fourteen of After the Ninth Kass talks with Kirstin Smith from Hoffman's Horse Products (Country Junction Feeds). Kirsten shares her thoughts of a good feed program, the cost of feed, and more. Also hear Kirstin talk about her experience in 4-H getting to be apart of the WPCA's mentorship program, working in both Layne MacGillivray and Grant Profit's barns. Plus Kass talks a bit about the the 2022 NACC Tarp Sale in Lloydminster. 

Apr 01, 202239:24
Ep. 13 Catch Up

Ep. 13 Catch Up

Dayton and Kass catch up in episode thirteen of After the Ninth after taking a brief break. The two talk about the 2021 condensed wagon season, the addition of the permit drivers in 2022, and Dayton's Demo Driver position at the 2022 Calgary Stampede. Also, hear the story of how Dayton got his new right leader, Sugar, and what the 15-year-old thoroughbred brings to the team. 


Mar 04, 202201:19:55
Ep. 12 Brett Kissel

Ep. 12 Brett Kissel

In episode twelve Dayton and Kass sit down and chat with Canadian Country music star Brett Kissel. In this conversation the three chat about Brett's career, the release of his latest album "What is Life?" (out now!) and more! Also hear the role that the wagons play in Brett's love story with his wife Cecelia.
Jun 22, 202137:13
Ep. 11 John Windwick

Ep. 11 John Windwick

In episode eleven, Kass sits down and chats with John Windwick, Vice President of Community Initiatives and Brand at ATB. Kass and John talk about the benefits of being a chuckwagon sponsor, ways that athletes can build a relationship with their sponsors, and the different ways to make yourself stand out.

Also, tune in while Dayton and Kass talk about the different announcements going on in the world of Chuckwagon racing.
Jun 04, 202101:34:17
Ep. 10 Eddie Melville

Ep. 10 Eddie Melville

Dayton Sutherland and Kass Patterson are back as they sit down and chat with outrider Eddie Melville. Eddie knows his way around the wagon trail having been in the sport for over 30 years. The three talk about Eddie's career, some of his most memorable rides and so much more! Also, hear him talk about the "Equine Outfit of Excellence Award, and why it is so important for him that the real stars of the sport, the horses, get the spotlight they deserve.
Apr 09, 202102:16:43
Ep. 9 Chad Fike

Ep. 9 Chad Fike

Dayton Sutherland and Kass Patterson sit down and talk with Chad Fike in their one year anniversary episode of After the Ninth. The three talk about Chad's outriding career, his family legacy in the sport of Chuckwagon racing, the horses in his barn, and more! Chad also clarifies some details that his wife Caitlin told in the first episode of Woman of the Wagons.
Jul 30, 202001:23:10
Ep. 8 Rick Fraser

Ep. 8 Rick Fraser

Dayton Sutherland and Kass Patterson talk with two-time World Champion Rick Fraser. The three talk about Ricks's outriding career, how Rick was the first outrider to ride for their grandfather at the Calgary Stampede and the only outrider to ride for their son, his decision to take a 10-year break from driving the wagons, the horses that made different shows and more.

May 01, 202002:29:54
Ep. 7 Chanse Vigen

Ep. 7 Chanse Vigen

Dayton and Kass are back after an extended break. The two talk about the weather in Grande Prairie AB and how the cold affects the horses.  The two talk with the 2019 Dawson Creek and Saskatoon Champion, the 5 time World Outriding Champion and the Rangeland Derby Rock Star Chanse Vigen. Dayton goes over what “calculated risk” means in the sense of their interview with Chanse Vigen.

Jan 10, 202002:42:07
Ep. 6 Kurt Bensmiller

Ep. 6 Kurt Bensmiller

Dayton and Kass talk to four-time World and Calgary Stampede Champion Kurt Bensmiller about everything from feed, to horse shopping, the state of the sport and what is needed moving forward.

The hosts also catch up after the break, and Dayton talks more about his adventures buying horses.
Oct 09, 201902:13:25
Ep. 5 Les McIntyre Pt. 2

Ep. 5 Les McIntyre Pt. 2

Dayton and Kass talk about shopping for horses or as Kass calls it the "Draft of Chuckwagon racing." Hear the hosts break down the WPCA runoff in Dewberry, along with the 2019 World Finals at Century Downs. Plus, catch part two of the interview with Les McIntyre.

Sep 06, 201901:32:02
Ep. 4 Les McIntyre Pt. 1

Ep. 4 Les McIntyre Pt. 1

Dayton and Kass are together to record the episode! The two talk about Dayton's latest win at the Battle of the Rockies! Dayton and Kass talk with Chuckwagon announcer Les McIntyre who was at the CPCA finals in Saskatchewan. This is part one of a two-part conversation with the former competitor turned announcer. The hosts talk about Century Downs and the track, this is not the first time that either host has been to the facility.

Aug 23, 201901:04:15
Ep. 3 Kelly Sutherland Pt. 2

Ep. 3 Kelly Sutherland Pt. 2

In episode three hear the second part of Dayton and Kass's conversation with Kelly Sutherland. Also, hear the hosts break down their conversation with "The King" of wagon racing after. 

Aug 16, 201901:03:30
Ep. 2 Kelly Sutherland Pt. 1

Ep. 2 Kelly Sutherland Pt. 1

In episode two Dayton and Kass talk about Dawson Creek and the weather delays that the drivers saw to start the week off. Kelly Sutherland talks to the hosts about everything from how he got his start in the sport, to who some of the best drivers of all time are, and two of his best horses, one of which was named after an Alberta Premier. 

Aug 11, 201901:06:38
Ep. 1 Logan Gorst

Ep. 1 Logan Gorst

Meet the hosts, and learn more about Dayton Sutherland - Hear Dayton and Kass chat with 2019 GMC Rangeland Derby Champion Logan Gorst. Logan talks winning Stampede, along with the Richard Cosgrave Memorial Aggregate. Logan shares what it meant to win with his 17-year-old left leader Canadian Idol, and more.

Jul 29, 201901:03:45