EP. 19 Alexis Kimzey: How Faith and Hard Work Saved Me
You can grow up surrounded by rodeo and still feel like you have to “earn” your place. That’s why this conversation with Alexis Kimsey hits so hard. We talk about what it’s like to build a Western career from the inside out, from her family’s Bloomer Trailers roots to her drive to tell the stories that never make the scoreboard. Alexis shares how she found her lane in rodeo media, why she took early writing gigs so seriously, and how that willingness to work turned into bigger opportunities, including live hosting and audio coverage that helped widen the spotlight on rodeo life. Then we shift into the part of the journey that’s rarely said out loud: motherhood, health, and identity. Alexis opens up about severe preeclampsia, postpartum depression, and the feeling of losing herself after having kids. Out of that hard season, she and her husband build SageSense, a clean fragrance and non-toxic candle brand rooted in ingredient research, customer trust, and a mission to make home feel peaceful. We also talk about being open about faith as a business owner, and what happens when that choice brings backlash or social media censorship. We wrap with the fun stuff that still matters: NFR fashion, Cowboy Christmas reality, and the pressure social media can put on Western style. Alexis predicts a return to timeless looks, vintage pieces, and a less-is-more approach, while reminding us that comfort and confidence are always in style. If you care about the rodeo industry, Western lifestyle, clean home products, or building a brand with heart, you’ll take something practical from this one. Listen now, then subscribe, share with a friend, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What part of Alexis’s story do you relate to most? Follow us on IG here. DM us on IG for sponsorship info or how we can help promote your business on our wildly popular social media pages.
