J.B. Mauney: An extended interview with a Texas bull riding legend

[@werewolfzeus]

He moves like a guy who has broke just about everything. There’s a stiffness to his movements that leaves no doubt that he left it all out there. Legendary don’t describe this dude.

[@jillthompson1248]

Yep and you can’t hide it or fake it but over time you get good at ignoring it as much as possible. But for many you wouldn’t change a thing

[@laurahoward5426]

It breaks my heart, I knew him when he was a baby....and he is all broke down😢

[@claymack1109]

​@@laurahoward5426 he can still walk so he isn't completely broken. Just rusty in certain areas

[@llamacebu216]

J.B. is also 37 and acts like he's 47. My dad grew up this exact way. Not good a way to grow up. These dudes don't grow up with kids around them. They grew up a trophy for old men who liked seeing young kids doing what they like. It's not a bad thing by any means. But at the same time, a kid needs to be a kid. Majority of these guys have drug, alcohol, or some type of an addiction. Generally they're very angry due to drinking and are womanizers

[@rydercollins5553]

​@@llamacebu216dude it sounds like youre projecting your own issues man, the guy can act however he wants it doeesnt matter

[@selrandolph]

He’s not just a Texas legend, he’s a legend everywhere, but he’s not even from Texas, product of North Carolina

[@dawsonsigmon592]

NC has some pretty damn good bull riders

[@mralowen]

.... Michael Jeffrey Jordan was a Bull ....and from NC ...

[@Mypresidenthaspoopypants]

Don't forget Jerome Davis from Archdale

[@thomasjefferson6578]

Product of white race...location is irrelevant.

[@jeffnelms6181]

Wasn’t Daylon Swearingen raised in the Carolina’s too??

[@WhoDat1976]

The fact him and that bull are spending life togther is awesome. No need for sore feelings. They both had a job to do.

[@PyroDREW.]

"It's never beef"

[@Turboy65]

EVERY bull rider that is worth the cost of his boots has a degree of love and respect for the bulls. It's a challenge, not a war.

[@Rebelx251]

Its the most badass thing to do.

[@Rebelx251]

Rip bushwacker🇺🇸💚, seen the news today had to come find this comment

[@jillthompson1248]

He said that bull is just like a giant dog and wants scratched everywhere

[@AdrianGonzalez-ig5cf]

I want JB to be on the Joe Rogan podcast just to see joes reactions to the legend and his stories

[@AMGFatpocket]

Now that is a cool idea for sure

[@pitgroove.37_66]

Dale brisby was on that podcast talking about him, and Dale highlighted some of JB's greatest moments. Joe Rogan for sure was impressed

[@pepprjck]

I've noticed both Joe Rogan & Theo Von started following JB after Dale Brisby was on JRE so I reckon we may see something at some point!

[@SupermanBB]

That’s a good idea. Joe Rogan definitely should get him on!

[@vgorp3849]

I don't. I like that dudes like this still exist outside of the internet, podcast circuit

[@Brandiga721]

This is my favorite interview ever with him! Glad you are doing well JB!

[@Wfaa8]

Thanks for watching!

[@freespirit369-nb4jf]

Agree!

[@freespirit369-nb4jf]

My favorite bull rider! You sound good JB. Happy your healthy and up right. It's about time you do some ranch work!😂😂❤

[@nate13dog1]

​@@Wfaa8 tell him he needs his own KZbin please. We need more JB

[@ryanbuckner2405]

Great interview but is there a windscreen on that mic?

[@JE-tz4sh]

Hands down the toughest and greatest of all time. No one on this planet can talk about bull riding without mentioning JB.

[@chix1]

Nobody but some Americans talk about bull riding

[@yanksfan6833]

@@chix1the only opinions that matter 1776

[@waterhead8566]

@@chix1youre outa your mind most of south america mexico and austrailia are in this game aswell

[@scottmichaels12]

I'm a big JB fan. But when you say he's the greatest of all time, that tells me that you have no clue about the bull riders who came before him.

[@yanksfan6833]

@@scottmichaels12 he’s better than all of them

[@joshuaburgos3450]

I broke my neck in 2 places in a car accident 6 months ago, and hearing JB's story made me feel better.

[@adamkondracki3201]

I was ejected via my car windshield because some lady in a Hummer. .

[@joshuaburgos3450]

@@adamkondracki3201 God bless you. Hope you're recovering well

[@cryptidian3530]

How are you recovering now?

[@Officialsainthell]

God bless you brother

[@theblackmoth1111]

Dang man sorry to hear that. Now I’ll slow it down on the road I hope you never lose the spirit of life. I hope you find strength you never know you had and happiness. A new way to life !

[@pitgroove.37_66]

I had the honor and pleasure of meeting him in person and taking a picture with him at a rodeo in Idaho. One of the absolute highlights of my life.

[@michaelcassidy8785]

I’m a snowboarder from New York and I watch jb videos before I ride. His mentality is everything

[@sixteenstone007]

Not sure what it is, but his personality is so likable. I don't even follow bull riding, but I always watch and listen whenever I see his name. I know he's made a fortune bull riding, but he could make another fortune with his own youtube channel. Very good sense of humor too.

[@hellac6]

He just oozes cool

[@lauranminney7793]

That true Texas spirit 🇨🇱

[@thesingleequestrian413]

​@@lauranminney7793he's not even Texan, North Carolina

[@nicholasadams9535]

​@@lauranminney7793 He's from North Carolina lol

[@fussbrain9161]

I love the setting and camera set up on the first part of the interview. JB seems comfortable leaning against the fence post, he’s relaxed in body language, treating this like a casual conversation. Feels so authentic and actual journalism

[@SusanH4626]

I LOVE seeing those bulls enjoying their retirement and the respect J.B has for them…

[@aprilmiller1773]

He has such a profound respect for them bulls. I just love him for that.

[@ErikSkvarch-hr9iu]

wow, man. absolutely captivating story. my life just paused for 25 minutes. thanks for sharing, J.B. -Erik, the tile guy.

[@benjismith593]

You can tell it kills him to not be able to ride bulls. JB has done more than 99.9% of people on this Earth will ever do. It's nice he sharing a space with the bull that retired him. Both are champions. Both are athletes. JB is the man!

[@lessforloans]

99.999999999999999999999%

[@sourarmoredhero7765]

I'm not a farm boy, I'm not a bull rider, I have no connection whatsoever to that lifestyle - but when I think of people who are deserving of GOAT status in competition - JB is the first guy I always think of. Always and forever. THE GOAT.

[@zoltanszabados8445]

Same here, I grew up in New York City. But I heard about this guy awhile ago and was fascinated by him. The world could use more good souls like JB.

[@scottmichaels12]

So you're saying that you're not an expert or authority on rodeo or bull riding but you think JB is the greatest? That's like when someone says "I don't like beer", but this beer is awesome". I'm a JB fan but there are SO MANY who did it better and for longer. Unfortunately the term GOAT has come to mean Greatest Of All Time for those of us who have no clue about the history of the sport or the men that came before them.

[@sourarmoredhero7765]

@@scottmichaels12 You seem upset over nothing. Take a chill pill.

[@OtisMoto]

​@@scottmichaels12 nobody did it better

[@alecbaker13]

JB you will never be a quitter. You’ve been battling bulls your whole life and only 1% of men would ever dare to even ride a bull. Good for you for knowing when to retire, your health is most important so you can be there for your family. Love ya

[@alecbaker13]

❤

[@advityat]

1%? More like .00001%. I don't know anything about the sport, but I can't even imagine the cajones it takes to even get near one, let alone ride one. Hats off to these dudes!

[@TristanShaw-d6u]

Call me a 1%er, cuz I'm going for it baby!

[@BarryB.Benson]

It’s ironic that he still smokes though since the cigarettes are far more likely to take his life than a bull ever was

[@Anth230]

​@@TristanShaw-d6u😂

[@hectorramirez1989]

J B, one of my hero’s, never quit attitude, God Bless You, Your Family, and Your Ranch, Stay Safe Sir

[@Mightyhero777]

Amen 🙏

[@adminadmin797]

Amazing story about one tough dude. All these athletes in other sports don’t have a clue. The world needs more people like JB Mauney

[@hellac6]

Dude just oozes cool. The stories that man can tell.

[@derrickrobinson4519]

Yea he got swag that only maybe 5% of men possess.

[@rydercollins5553]

​less than that for sure, JB probably top 100 coolest men to ever live

[@nevillewalker6299]

Great interview. I'm in the UK and only have seen bull riding once in San Antonio but we watch it here in the UK on youtube> J.B's interview has strengthened our view about these guys. Brilliant. His standing scratching that bulls back was just fantastic.

[@garay16432]

Calling him "a good ole boy" is an understatement. A real inspiration...

[@JorgeCampos-xy6kt]

Good ole boys from the 50s?

[@garay16432]

@JorgeCampos-xy6kt older than that. I'm talking mexicanos from the year 1985 B.C. Or whatever they're calling it now

[@JorgeCampos-xy6kt]

@@garay16432 good ole boys. Lol

[@retrieverlover8228]

Came here from TikTok...never heard of him. What a life story! Amazing!Glad he's still creating more memories. ❤

[@FreedomofGolf1stAmend]

This dude is the real “ride or die” legend! Man!..what a great interview!

[@JS45678]

I know absolutely nothing about bulls, bull riding, or this legendary athlete but I have a newfound respect for these amazingly courageous riders as well as the bulls who are doing their job, too. WOW, what a great interview, thank you for sharing. 🙏

[@MerlinOpeth]

Been watching him for a long time thank you for doing this interview. So glad to see hes doing well.

[@jamiedeneault]

My neck was broken to Champ J.B. C-1 C-4 out jeuvenile tree spacing back in the 90's...Im happy to be walking and living...Thank you for all the Awesome memories jumping off my couch cheering for you riding Bushwacker and all the 90 point Bulls you rode!

[@MastaYoda]

My mother loved JB she passed away in November 23 I watch these videos and cry

[@FadedSTEELERSfan]

Lost mine 7 years ago , crying is good , let it out . Grief is a pain ball that never goes away but it gets smaller every year but every once in a while it hits and that’s ok

[@MastaYoda]

@@FadedSTEELERSfan appreciate you

[@djwavvyray1999]

Heads up brothers! Lost my momma real young and lost my pops 3 years ago it hurts to get reminded every day but less and less. God bless guys stay positive ❤❤

[@MastaYoda]

@@djwavvyray1999 appreciate you stay blessed

[@OperatorJayden-yh6yv]

Keep your chin up brother god always has a plan for you and is always there for ya, god bless​@@MastaYoda

[@andrewschutte]

We need more guys like this. This is what a man is. Just listening to his mentality on things. Feel like boys and men don’t have anyone like this to listen to anymore.

[@WhatheFIsgoingon]

Totally agree

[@andacochran8703]

I started watching PBR because of J.B. He is from a town near mine and knew some of my relatives. I began to follow him when he was very young. This is a great interview. I never knew how he could deal with all the injuries he has had. He was an amazing bull rider. I’ve always said that bull riders are the toughest athletes around. Thanks for the memories, JB.

[@MattSmith-kk4hp]

Us Charlotte area boys that eat liver mush and eggs are just a little bit tougher.

[@h.trobsionrobisonservicesl6164]

That ending was awesome! That ole bull said no hard feelings.. but we both had a job to do back then, now we're good J.B. Good shit!!

[@Retired2013]

I’m a retired ( way too early) combat veteran with 23 years of service…. And I’ll tell you JB is the whole reason I got into PBR…. You’re younger than me ( I’m 54 this year 2024) but you are definitely my idol brother! Thank you for that! Wish your career was not over, but happy that you’re not dead or in a wheelchair… god bless you JB!

[@splendidbehavior]

Thank you for your service sir! I’m in my seventies been watching the PBR since the beginning. JB is just dirty tough cowboy! He’s just an exceptional young man that only comes around so often!👊🏻😊

[@deliawright8626]

​@@splendidbehaviorDeets of "Lonesome Dove" "Splendid Behavior."

[@splendidbehavior]

@@deliawright8626 😊👍🏻

[@350mack]

The bull that ended it all has a home for life. That's love

[@christyntrevino8988]

What a beautiful shot to end the interview!

[@willnulph03]

Hands down the GOAT. He is so humble.

[@imsuperdad]

This man will never know the lives he's changed with his riding.

[@be-kc9cf]

my dad always said it’s all in your mind, he’s right. Never hesitate. Never doubt yourself. My dad is 83, still roping cattle.

[@splendidbehavior]

He’s more popular than ever if that’s even possible. Glad he didn’t just ride off into the sunset. Looking forward to him coaching and his team. Great video thank you!❤👊🏻😊

[@chupacabraracing181]

Im also 37. Dont ride bulls, but ive been racing motocross since 4. Whole family wants me to hang up my helmet. A lot of injuries and currently dealing with a torn hamstring. Still going to my day job (electrician) everday and getting shi* done. I work for myself and have no choice. I also mastered the tough mindset. I appreciate JB and this interview. Never met the man but he is an inspiration. 💪

[@woodysrockspyro6436]

Keep riding. Maybe switch to enduro... it's crazy fun.

[@chupacabraracing181]

@woodysrockspyro6436 my cousin is trying to talk me into the GNCC and hare scramble scene. But I'm still a moto guy. I'm sure I will eventually. One thing for sure, I'll never quit riding.

[@woodysrockspyro6436]

@@chupacabraracing181 it's all friends riding dirtbikes with less risk. Once you get used to the trees and roots it feels great.

[@realtalkwiththeking7862]

This the GOAT of Bill Riding right here. Nobody will ever come close. Real man.

[@August84118]

Great interview; getting to see JB at his best in his own element. God bless you JB and your family.

[@gibsonleather5835]

This was outstanding. Like someone else said, best JB Mauney interview I've seen.

[@anthonyayala7925]

Such a cool human. I’ve ridden a steer and it was one of the greatest thrills I’ve ever had, Im recovering from knee surgery and for some stupid reason I want to get on a bull for the bucket list at 35 yo.

[@GeofCates8075]

Thanks for posting this interview here.

[@joshgreen9412]

You're an inspiration JB, I've followed your whole career and you have always been my favorite PBR rider. I'm a welder from South Florida,I work on natural gas pipelines. Have a good one JB 🍻🍻💚

[@pheleant]

I completely understand the story about the neck brace, and asking for a smoke. I rolled an 8.5 yard cement mixer at 65 MPH in Denver in 93, and my first request was a smoke. Great interview.

[@jakemichael473]

Heroes get remembered, but legends never die. JB is a legend.

[@patrickminer5926]

J.B.Mauney your an old school badass cowboy I drove trucks OTR for 40 years brother i ain't got nothin on you dude god bless you and your family.

[@yoko1813]

That’s such a wholesome career, I love the ending of you guys together. No better way to end a great journey and start a new one together.

[@ganderstein3426]

I'd never seen a GOAT (Greatest of All Time) ride a bull, until I saw JD Mauney.

[@Strongfan77]

B.

[@Wangchung405]

Thanks for explaining what a GOAT is

[@kurtiscash8187]

And getting his name wrong 😂

[@GrayMattr]

I wish more videos were shot with the simplicity this one is in. Just a nice still shot with the subject presenting to the audience without a bunch of stupid music an hyper active cuts. Just the raw sound of the wind even the faint sound of the interviewer in the back. I love this kind of production. Always a honor listening to JB. God bless. 🤙🏼

[@k.b.322]

Not just the toughest bull rider, the toughest man of this century, by a long dam way.

[@freddiesanchez885]

Great interview with JB! True legend and Cowboy. Pretty cool he got his last bull sitting on the ranch like a dog. Need a JB movie!!

[@alvinp9269]

I love bull riding. Don't know any bull riders, but I imagined they'd be just like this guy. So genuine. Love that he and his bull have retired to greener pastures together. High respect for this gentleman. Happy years ahead. God bless.

[@JLYT2024]

Hit the nail on the head. I spent a fair amount of time around bull riders as a kid. They're as genuine as they come. Its some of the people that love and spectate the sport that aren't.

[@jamounition3090]

If this guy ain't a role model for never quitting and trying your best, idk who is. Love this guy

[@Rosesraspberries72]

He is absolutely beautiful, 100% pure man. The lucky lady who loves him 🙏❤️

[@laurahoward5426]

He's really aged badly

[@OtisMoto]

My goodness what an easy interview. The most thoughtful answers I've seen in a long time.

[@apiemikey]

This is a really great piece of work, an amazing piece of journalism

[@LauraKnotek]

That's so nice to see Mauney and the bull retired together as friends.

[@icedwidow]

I’m a city girl who knows nothing of bull riding, but i fell in love with this guy.

[@robertpalmer3166]

@@Geardrive427-ip8vj And has lived, and will live, a fuller life than you could ever dream of.

[@marissaawesome2422]

Oooh your first time hearing a man talk...A MAN 😉

[@icedwidow]

@@Geardrive427-ip8vj please 😂

[@robertpalmer3166]

@@Geardrive427-ip8vj That was a monumentally stupid reply.

[@J.B.Mauney]

Hello ❤

[@jasonantigua6825]

Where there’s a will,there’s a way! I could listen to this guy forever!

[@doughatchel9323]

He's a true cowboy

[@hellac6]

That’s one of the coolest humans walking the face of the earth. You can tell, it wasn’t about money with JB…..it was about the Love of the game and the Respect…..and he certainly has mine! 🫡

[@Largecar2165]

These guys are a different breed. One badass guy right there but so respectful to.

[@smokyplantationfarms3806]

Hes like the Dale Earnhardt of bull ridin. Right on JB

[@kennyringer5887]

He grew up kind of around Earnhardt.

[@noahkillough2840]

Something about that piedmont NC mill town toughness

[@MarkTheTreeManVann]

I've watched every one of JBs interviews... Always the most humble guy... His giant balls is how he managed to stay on all those bulls... Kept his center of gravity low. True legend

[@whiteyfisk9769]

Balls center of gravity jokes are soooo 2014

[@kennedystarr8094]

@@whiteyfisk9769and?

[@BradDavis-cj8cj]

Not only was he a incredible bull rider, also very humble, stand up guy. At cowtown in New jersey he took the time to talk my son and his friends. Took a picture Also

[@josephguidotti1573]

You are a legend sir ! Period . They’ll be talking about you for decades to come

[@dervolkstribun6240]

He is a man from north-carolina, who lives in Texas. Beside these facts, he is the best surviving bull rider ever. The best ever died in the mud and the rain down in Cheyenne. Rest in peace Lane Frost, you are gone, but never will be forgotten!

[@whiteyfisk9769]

Lane makes a good story, and he got cut down early, but he was most definitely not the best thats ever lived by any metric.

[@christianalley7669]

I know nothing about bull riding, but I know about JB. The best athletes in the world never cease to amaze us all.

[@bobrudder2222]

What a great video! Truly an inspiring man with words of wisdom!

[@maleanewborn9073]

This man reminds me so much of my late husband! It’s crazy. He was killed at 37, 2015. I enjoyed watching JB ride and I enjoy just listening to him talk as well. Seems like a genuine guy. Need more like him.

[@C4backjump]

Best of luck JB. Much love from Dubbo, Australia

[@oursxsadventures8156]

It's been a blessing to me to follow your career. I can't even start to imagine how many lives you've touched. There are some really talented bull riders but they'll never reach the bar you set. God bless you, your family and all your life will bring your way.

[@caseystegall3354]

Awfully humble words from the greatest bull rider of all time. J.B. you are the real deal.

[@orrinbell7590]

Love it man. Good interview with a good dude.

[@samtriebels3646]

As a welder by trade, I would have felt honored to do the work on his property. This man is a legend

[@SharonWilliams-j3w]

This is a incredible captivating video do not know much about bull riding but I am a true JB fan . Thank God that you are still alive and doing well despite all your injuries amazing and I love the end of this story the Cowboy and the Bull retire together.

[@Wfaa8]

Thanks for watching the video!

[@toasttoasted3492]

Watch this interview numerous times. Absolute legend.

[@djwavvyray1999]

Lost my pops to a broken neck. He separated his brain stem protecting my brother from being jumped. Jb is so lucky and fortunate to be here telling us all the stories ❤

[@pepprjck]

One of the best interviews ive seen with this cat. Great work fine people!

[@jerryogstad]

Wow I rember him. Iam 82 in 3 months and am on the Caldwell night rodeo board retired . He was one of the best. may GOD bless him.

[@dougtheviking6503]

Down to earth guy . Looks like plenty to keep him busy . Thanks, J.B.

[@smilinwolfette1978]

Love JB❤❤ God Bless him for leaving us all as one of the top legends ❤❤

[@kpimpis180]

I really enjoyed this interview!!! Thank you for sharing.

[@SandraBlanton-vn3mh]

J,B. Is awesome. He and Samatha are raising the next bull rider. Jagger is an awesome little dude. Take care JB. Much happiness to your beautiful family.

[@J.B.Mauney]

Hello ❤ How long have you been a fan?

[@isaiahcabrera5502]

Second time I watch this interview all the way through. Love the way this was done.

[@michaelperry952]

All heart what a warrior. His philosophy is sublime God bless you Great spirit

[@87GrandNational]

Awesome documentary! We have so many great personalities in North Rexas, please make more of these!

[@scubasteve7322]

No JB you’re the best bull rider that’s ever done it. You don’t need to prove anything. You’re the reason I started a watch bull riding you don’t need to get on a ball. I don’t wanna read or wake up in the morning and see the news that JB got on another bowl and broke his neck and he’s not alive anymore because I think the bull writers need JB around because a lot of these bull writers die guys doing what they love and JB don’t need to die on a bowlstay retired. I know you got the edge but just grab a young kid and try to get him the ride balls. God bless you JB.

[@x00582]

hes retired

[@ms.cellaneous7458]

"Bull writers"??? You mean Bull Riders don't ya. No danger writing about bulls. Riding them is another thing.

[@tr462]

My late fiance loved JB... Had a hat that had his saying on it, rode bulls.... And honestly looked a like JB it's been 2 years and seeing him and this pop up on my feed brought some tears. I wish he was still here, I'm glad JB is doing alright. I miss you Kory. ❤

[@LoveyC-sr3uc]

What a beautiful story of forgiveness at the end. I don’t know if I could forgive an animal like that after changing my whole career and life forever.

[@MrBean7137]

My late brothers favorite bullrider, I remember he would always show me his rides and always said he is the best there ever was. I can agree with tuat statement. May he live out his days in peace.👍🏻

[@craigmike6779]

Cowboy tough i loved how he said he was the kid with the try

[@brucemanley7593]

Love watching you and Artic Assassin interact. Two greats that are great life friends.(Robin)❤❤❤

[@kurtrindgen4708]

The mental side at his level is just unreal. Simple understanding of thinking and doing.

[@Orangeshebert]

Ah JB you are awesome. I love your down to earth honesty and attitude. You are a credit to humanity!

[@jerrylewis4509]

The best to ever do it really enjoyed this one tuff man

[@Nickmyers23]

It’s crazy, I have never been into bull riding or any rodeo sports but I watch everything I can find about this man. Idk what it is but his calm demeanor and way he tells his stories are so fascinating to me

[@ronaldsummey469]

Jb is definitely one of a kind. When I look at him you can see a spirit just like Dale Sr. Except Jb is still with us.

[@larkop6504]

Really interesting listening to this man, he talks like men from other extreme sports that get injured. Hes humble and to the point, world needs more men of his character. Wish him well for the future.

[@simon134]

Absolute Legend and the PBR GOAT! One tough Cowboy.