When I lived in the United States, I learnt the saying 'ride for the brand'.  It means to be loyal to the ranch and rancher that you work for.

It means taking great deal of pride, and giving your all for the brand. Cowboys would ride the extra mile and fight, if necessary, for the brand.

I suppose you could say that the ranch hands on the tv series Yellowstone are a prime example of riding for the brand, even if it is a little far-fetched.

But, down here in Australia, it’s not something I’ve ever heard anyone say – until I met Linda Evans.

Linda manages Napier Downs Station alongside her husband Boof. If her name sounds familiar, it’s because she was a guest on episode 108.

Linda has been taught to ride for the brand since she was a child, and it’s at the core of how her and Boof have managed themselves, and their stockcamp, for over 20 years.

In this episode I sat down with Linda to learn a little more about her story, and why she is so fiercely passionate about riding for the Napier Downs brand, and why she thinks they have the best team in Australia.

This episode is brought to you by GME. Since 1959 GME has been an Australian owned family company and remains the only Australian manufacturer of UHF CB radios, with their products designed, engineered, and manufactured in Sydney’s North West.

GME’s products cover a range of recreational activities from fishing to 4WDing and touring, in addition to catering for heavy vehicles and agriculture.

GME have released limited-edition range of pink products to raise money for the McGrath Foundation to assist in their tireless efforts of funding regional Breast Care Nurses and supporting families in communities across regional Australia. You can find out more by finding them on Facebook, Instagram, or at gme.net.au

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When I lived in the United States, I learnt the saying 'ride for the brand'.  It means to be loyal to the ranch and rancher that you work for. It means taking great deal of pride, and giving your all for the brand. Cowboys would ride the extra mile and fight, if necessary, for the brand. I suppose you could say that the ranch hands on the tv series Yellowstone are a prime example of riding for the brand, even if it is a little far-fetched. But, down here in Australia, it’s not something I’ve ever heard anyone say – until I met Linda Evans. Linda manages Napier Downs Station alongside her husband Boof. If her name sounds familiar, it’s because she was a guest on episode 108. Linda has been taught to ride for the brand since she was a child, and it’s at the core of how her and Boof have managed themselves, and their stockcamp, for over 20 years. In this episode I sat down with Linda to learn a little more about her story, and why she is so fiercely passionate about riding for the Napier Downs brand, and why she thinks they have the best team in Australia. This episode is brought to you by GME. Since 1959 GME has been an Australian owned family company and remains the only Australian manufacturer of UHF CB radios, with their products designed, engineered, and manufactured in Sydney’s North West. GME’s products cover a range of recreational activities from fishing to 4WDing and touring, in addition to catering for heavy vehicles and agriculture. GME have released limited-edition range of pink products to raise money for the McGrath Foundation to assist in their tireless efforts of funding regional Breast Care Nurses and supporting families in communities across regional Australia. You can find out more by finding them on Facebook, Instagram, or at gme.net.au This podcast is brought to you by Ariat Australia: the perfect choice for the tough jobs. Ariat boots and clothing work hard, look good and are so comfortable there’s never a need to slow down. Visit <a href="http://ariat.com.au/">ariat.com.au</a> today.<hr>

True stories from the Australian Outback, told by the people who live them. Meet the men and women who live and work on some of Australia’s most remote cattle stations. There are tales of mustering, stock camps, working dogs, rogue cattle and hard bloody yakka, but also the fun of a bush wedding or kicking back at a rodeo. There’s the simple wonder of living in an amazing landscape, but also the downside: the ravages of flood, fire and drought. And always there’s the inherent danger of isolation – times when the Flying Doctor came to the rescue, but also times when lives have been tragically cut short. These compelling true-life stories show what outback life is really like – and why many wouldn’t live anywhere else.

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True stories from the Australian Outback, told by the people who live them. Meet the men and women who live and work on some of Australia&rsquo;s most remote cattle stations. There are tales of mustering, stock camps, working dogs, rogue cattle and hard bloody yakka, but also the fun of a bush wedding or kicking back at a rodeo. There&rsquo;s the simple wonder of living in an amazing landscape, but also the downside: the ravages of flood, fire and drought. And always there&rsquo;s the inherent danger of isolation &ndash; times when the Flying Doctor came to the rescue, but also times when lives have been tragically cut short. These compelling true-life stories show what outback life is really like &ndash; and why many wouldn&rsquo;t live anywhere else.
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