The Equestrian Podcast

[EP 166] Event Management with Elizabeth McCowan

Elizabeth McCowan has been a full-time horse show manager for over a decade. With experience managing a few different disciplines including over one hundred Hunter/Jumper shows, Elizabeth has pretty much seen it all. In gaining so much exposure to horse showing, Elizabeth has even written a book called "Horse Show Manager's Guide" which gives advice to those who wish to have more knowledge for the career. Elizabeth is currently the sales manager for the boot sock and accessory shop Dreamers & Schemers. Listen in! 

[EP 165] The Music that Saves Horses with Lindsay DiTullio

Lindsay DiTullio, also known as Lyra V, is a recording artist and equestrian who shares a love for rescuing horses, creating music, as well as producing freestyle dressage tracks. When she is not in the studio, Lyra V can be found at the stables. This "Pop Rock Equestrian" owns two dressage horses (KFPS Royal Friesians), and three rescues - an Arabian, a Draft, and a spirited Thoroughbred.

LYRA V's ongoing project is creating a documentary film accompanied by an original music score to raise awareness for the many Summer Camp Horses that are sent to slaughter each year. This is a project inspired by her slaughter-bound Arabian mare "Kalila" and Amish Driving horse "Hank". Listen in!

Read More: poprockeq.com

[EP 164] The Episode We've Been Waiting For with Ethan Lee

Bethany Lee welcomes her husband Ethan Lee on the podcast to share their story and answer some of our questions on how the couple, named B.ethan.y (haha), met, got married, and paid rent by starting a wedding photography business. Ethan is a real estate investor and house flipper by day, but is maybe better known as the photographer for My Equestrian Style. Ethan Lee has created content for hundreds of equestrian brands. Five years ago, the two started My Equestrian Style which has since become one of the most popular Equestrian lifestyle accounts. Listen in to hear about Ethan‘s favorite camera gear and his top photography tips for capturing the perfect angles of horse and rider!

 

To follow the Lee’s house flipping journey: @leehouseflips 

See Ethan's photography: myequestrianstyle.com and @myequestrianstyle

[EP 163] Animal-Assisted Therapy with Courtenay Baber

*Warning* The topics discussed in this episode may be sensitive for some listeners as it pertains to sexual abuse and misconduct in equestrian sport. Here at the Equestrian Podcast we believe every equestrian should have the opportunity to share their story and discuss topics that aren't brought to light as often as they should in the equestrian industry. We believe that while some topics may be harder to talk about, it is important that we bring education and awareness to the fact that sexual abuse is not something to be taken lightly.

Courtenay Baber, MS, LPC, CSOTP, is a licensed professional counselor and is trained in acceptance and commitment therapy, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and animal-assisted therapy. Courtenay, along with her mother Carolyn, have published a book Recollections: A Journey of Courage and Abuse sharing Carolyn's mental journey healing from sexual abuse with the help of animal-assisted therapy with horses. Since Carolyn's passing Courtenay was not only able to finish her mother's book, but also help others who share similar stories. Courtenay offers online therapy sessions, equine-assisted learning, equine sports coaching, and more through her program Gray Horse Counseling, LLC. Listen in! 

[EP 162] Equestrian Workshop Chicago with Bethany Lee and Leah Kaufmann

Have you been thinking about attending the Equestrian Workshop Chicago, but wanted to learn a little bit more about what all it entails? This episode is for you! We are so excited to announce the next upcoming Equestrian Workshop taking place July 15-17th in Chicago, IL! Due to a high volume of interest locally, the Equestrian Workshop added a Local Ticket option for attendees who will commute to the daily sessions. This means they have a few more spots available in the house!! Here to chat in this episode are co-founders Bethany Lee and Leah Kaufmann, as well as two previous workshop attendees, Dani Conway and Jess Parr, who share their experiences with us. Listen in as we answer questions, talk about last year’s workshop, discuss this year’s location, and more!

[EP 161] The Youngest Classified Para-Equestrian with Genevieve Rohner, Mom Lexi Rohner, and Trainer Annie Sweet

This team of three is made up of a mother, rider, and trainer who have come together to make Genevieve Rohner the youngest Classified National Para-Equestrian in dressage. Genevieve has been competing since the age of 5, but quickly became discovered by Hope Hand, president of the United States Para-Equestrian Association, at the age of 7. Genevieve is the only competitive Para-Dressage rider in Utah, and she is aiming to compete in the 2024 Paralympic Games. Listen in!

[EP 160] Solo Episode Q&A with Bethany Lee

Welcome to another solo episode with our lovely podcast host, Bethany Lee! In this episode Bethany answers listener submitted questions about jumping exercises, MES, the podcast, and everything in-between. Let's chat!

For anyone who submitted a question via voice memo- the winner of the My Equestrian Style stirrup pouch will be announced very soon!

[EP 159] Born into Show Jumping with Nick Dello Joio

Nicholas Dello Joio was born in Bedford, NY and grew up in Wellington, Florida. Although Nick has two equestrian parents, it was not until the age of 14 that he decided to take up riding. Now as a grand prix rider at the age of 30, he has quickly climbed up the ladder to success, following in his father’s footsteps. In 2009, Nick won his first grand prix, the $25,000 EMO Grand Prix at the Atlanta Fall Classic I, and just one week later scored another win in the $25,000 EMO Grand Prix at the Atlanta Fall Classic II. His career has only gotten broader since then. Listen in and hear about how Nick is riding today!

 

credit: nickdellojoio.com

[EP 158] Bold Steps with Shayan Richet and Desiree Lavilla

As a husband and wife duo, Shayan Richet and Desiree "Maile" Lavilla are amazing horsemen who have developed equestrian skills from training horses to trimming feet, and providing horses with the best quality care out of Thailand. In this episode the couple shares some amazing stories on how they met and started their business during the pandemic. Listen in!

[EP 157] Screenwriting with Ashley Avis

Ashley Avis is an American screenwriter, director, and producer who recently wrote, directed, and edited the modern day adaptation of Anna Sewell's classic Black Beauty, streaming on Disney Plus as of 2020. Ashley has lots of experience in film as she has produced over 100 commercials and branded content as well as four feature films. In this episode you will hear how Ashley combines her passions for both film and horses. Be on the lookout for her next up incoming documentary Wild Beauty: Mustang Spirit of the West. Listen in!