The Equestrian Podcast

[EP 271] Solo Episode on the History of Equestrian Fashion with Bethany Lee

Since the beginning of time, horses have been incorporated in society's way of transportation, recreation, and fashion. In this solo episode Bethany Lee breaks down some iconic moments in both mainstream and high fashion that highlighted the true elegance and power of the animal we all love, horses. From western fringe to english leather, equestrian fashion continues to take the runway stage and everyday styles. Listen in!

[EP 270] How Sam Walker Navigated the Professional Show Jumping World during the Pandemic

Sam Walker is an International Show Jumping athlete and proud member of the Canadian Equestrian Team. In 2018, Sam won the ASPCA Medal Maclay at the age of sixteen on his horse, Waldo, and when he turned eighteen Sam made his 5* Nations Cup debut. After training with Missy Clark and John Brennan at North Run for several years and having both of his parents (Dee and Scott Walker) as professional trainers, it is no secret that riding is in Sam's blood. Despite starting his professional career just as the pandemic hit Sam has continued working hard for what he loves. Listen in! 

[EP 269] Growing Up in a Horse Family with Charlotte Jacobs

Charlotte Jacobs is a professional show jumper who comes from a long line of equestrians. Since her successful career as a junior, especially in the equitation and junior jumpers, Charlotte continued living out her dream as a rider after her family encouraged her to follow her passion. Today, Charlotte continues to work out of her family's farm North Star Sport Horses. Listen in!

[EP 268] Getting to the Heart of Troubled Horses with Sara Carlisle

Sara Carlisle is a FEI rider and trainer based out of Lythrum Farm In Acton Massachusetts, and Wellington Florida. She recently earned her USDF Gold Medal on her horse Knight who she got 7 years ago for $1 due to extreme behavioral problems. Volunteer work has always been incredibly important to Sara, and she has been working with rescue animals her whole life. Sara is a board member with her regional GMO, the New England Dressage Association, volunteers weekly helping train horses at The MSPCA, and teaches an after-school humane education program that teaches students how to be a responsible and caring citizens an animal owners. Listen in!

[EP 267] How Brian Moggre Highlights the Importance of Teamwork and Improving the Dream

Brian Moggre is a 20-year-old show jumper who started his own business, Major Wager LLC, at the age of eighteen. Born and raised in Flower Mound, Texas, Brian has spent his whole life surrounded by horses and puts continuous effort and passion into his work. From catch rides during his junior years to competing for the United States Equestrian Team, Brian is a well-rounded horseman and always puts his horses first. Brian has worked with many names in the Showjumping world such as: McLain Ward, Laura Kraut, and Nick Skelton. After recently competing in the World Championships at Herning, Denmark, Brian is continuing to live out his competition dreams and produce top quality horses. Listen in!

[EP 266] Using Natural Horsemanship to Make It to the Top Level with Kathy Baar

Kathy Baar is a USDF Gold Medalist, Author, Horse Development Specialist and Natural Horsemanship Instructor. She has been studying and teaching Natural Horsemanship for over 20 years, combining the happiness of the horse with the results needed for competition and Horse Development. Along with her husband, John, the two focus on developing horses into partners out of their farm Raising The Baar located just outside of Lexington, KY. Through different forms of cross training such as: ground driving, cow working, liberty, dressage, and even trail riding, Kathy excepts all levels and breeds to her farm. Everyone who participates can gain something from the Foundation to Performance training available.

[EP 265] How Emily Bentz Created Riding Leggings with Built-In Underwear

Emily Bentz is a friend and fellow Equestrian Workshop attendee who recently launched her own business May Babes. Emily's business is best known for her revolutionary new product of riding leggings, maternity leggings, and breeches with built-in underwear. Being the first of its kind, the built-in underwear and gusset combination add a unique, modern, and innovative twist to how you wear leggings and breeches. In this episode we discuss how Emily's idea came to be as well as her gratitude for those who've supported her small business. Listen in! 

[EP 264] The Start of a New Venture in Prixview with Equestrian Rider & Entrepreneur Lucy Davis

You may previously know her from one of our first episodes when she discusses the creation of Pony App, but now Lucy Davis joins the podcast once again to talk about her brand-new venture, Prixview. Lucy is an American Show Jumper and entrepreneur who has been to the Olympics from a very young age and is now taking a strong approach to the equestrian business side of her career by designing a unique fantasy gaming platform for the equestrian world! Similarly, to fantasy football, gamers can place real bets on current shows and beyond. Listen in to learn more!

[EP 263] How to Choreograph Dressage Freestyles with Collier Wimmer

Collier Wimmer is the creator of Three Wishes Freestyles and has been partnering with amazing horse and rider combinations since 2011 to create extraordinary freestyles that have shown and won at both Regional and National Championships, international CDI's, CPEDIs, and Nation's Cups. Three Wishes Freestyles offers 2-day freestyle intensives for those wanting to learn about this exciting part of dressage and start work on their own musical freestyle, and Collier can even meet clients over phone call or zoom meetings. In addition to her knowledge in music theory, Collier is a lifelong equestrian with 15+ years of immersion in dressage, the youngest ever in the Winston-Salem area to receive the highest medal and ribbon from the Royal School of Choir Music, and a nationally ranked competitive dancer.

[EP 262] How India Parker Smith Teaches Fitness for Polo Players and Bulletproofs Equestrian Bodies

India Parker-Smith was born and raised in Sussex, England with a passion for being active as a way of life. After taking a trip to Argentina and falling back in love with riding, India decided to combine her love for horses with her passion for fitness to create Chukka Wellness, a fitness company dedicated to helping equestrians become twice as Supple, Stable, and Strong in the Saddle. India has worked with players such as Agustin Arellano (Listen to Episode 255), Ellesse Jordan Gundersen (Episode 54), the Thai Polo Team, Rebecca Walters, and more! Listen in!