Episode Details

What does it take to stand between a 2,000-pound bucking bull and a fallen rider?

In this episode of the Black Knuckle Ranch Podcast, they boys sit down with professional bullfighter Clayton "Sad Clown" Moore to talk about the reality of life inside the arena. Clayton shares how he went from riding bulls in New Mexico to becoming one of the top freestyle and protection bullfighters in the country.

The conversation covers everything from the old-school traditions of bullfighting to the physical and mental demands of protecting cowboys at the highest levels of rodeo. Clayton opens up about injuries, faith, family, returning to competition after time away, and why protecting riders—not chasing fame—is what drives him.

Whether you're a rodeo fan or just enjoy hearing from people who make a living doing extraordinary things, this episode offers an inside look at one of rodeo's toughest professions.

In this episode:

• Clayton's journey from riding bulls to professional bullfighting
• Why he chose protection over riding
• Freestyle bullfighting vs. rodeo protection
• Keeping the old-school cowboy traditions alive
• The role of athleticism in modern bullfighting
• How faith has guided his career
• Recovering from injuries and getting back into shape
• What it's like working PRCA rodeos
• The toughest situations a bullfighter faces
• Funny stories about the "Sad Clown" nickname
• Why the best bullfighters stay humble and let their work speak for itself
• Building a career in one of the most dangerous jobs in western sports
• Behind the scenes of the Black Knuckle Ranch Podcast and growing the show