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She Built a Bull Riding Show on the Navajo Nation

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She Built a Bull Riding Show on the Navajo Nation

Season 2025 Episode 93 | 3m 33s | CC

Kristal Puente is carrying on her family’s rodeo legacy on the Navajo Nation. Hosting her second bull riding show, she faces the pressure of organizing every detail — from raising money to keeping the event running smoothly — all while proving that women can take the reins in a male-dominated sport.

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