The Equestrian Podcast

[EP 64] The Trainer and Student Series (part 1) with Jane Fennessy

Jane Fennessy is the owner and head trainer of Carriage Hill Farms, a premier Hunter/Jumper barn that offers training, sales, horse camps, and two Interscholastic Equestrian Teams for both Jr and High School Students. Emmanuelle Greenberg and Erika Jakobson are both longtime clients of Jane's and grew up in the lesson program at Carriage Hill Farms. Listen in to hear their stories!

[EP 63] Good Work Ethic with Mavis Spencer

Mavis Spencer is a professional show jumper, ambassador for US Equestrian, and all around equine enthusiast. Having worked under some incredible professionals including Neil Jones and Kent Farrington, Mavis has lots of experience working with different horses and trainers. Mavis currently works alongside Georgy Maskrey-Segesman, Chelsea James, and Kilian McGrath on training and sales for Whitethorne LLC. Listen in to hear how she got to where she is today.

[EP 62] Redingote Outerwear with Allison Malenfant and Connie DeMaio

Co-Founders Allison Malenfant and Connie DeMaio work together in creating the best technical outerwear pieces for equestrians through their brand, Redingote Equestrian. Having both grown up with horses, Allison and Connie understand the equestrian's need for clothing to stay warm, dry, and organized no matter the weather or circumstance. Listen in to hear how they developed this amazing jumpsuit.

[EP 61] A New Way to Consign with Taylor Hall

Taylor Hall is the owner and founder of The Tried Equestrian, a store that not only sells tack and equestrian apparel for less, but lets you consign in a personal way. Having a passion for helping both horses and people, Taylor has always involved herself in different aspects of the horse world including SPCA, Junior Compton Posse, and more. Listen in to get a behind the scenes look at The Tried Equestrian.

[EP 60] Going Out on a TackHack with Lauren Garvey

Lauren Garvey is the founder of The TackHack, a space that has all of the best tack, apparel, and accessories for less! Having understood the equestrian world from a young age, Lauren's goal for The TackHack is to provide your favorite equestrian brands at discounted prices so that you can focus on your passion for horses without the pressure of buying expensive products. The TackHack team is located near Traverse City, Michigan, down the road from Great Lakes Equestrian Festival, but they carry products from all around the world! Listen in to hear all about it!

[EP 59] From Penny Pony to Cowgirl Hall of Fame with Stacy Westfall

Stacy Westfall is a renowned trainer and all around horsewoman who specializes in reining. In 2006, Stacy was named world champion at the American Quarter Horse Congress freestyle reining competition riding bareback and bridleless aboard Whizards Baby Doll (Roxy). In the same year, Stacy was invited as the first woman to ever compete and win the Road to the Horse competition. With many other notable wins, Stacy now spends the majority of her time riding, running a podcast, and teaching alongside her husband Jesse Westfall out of their barn in Ohio. Listen in to hear Stacy's whole story and how she became who she is today. 

[EP 58] Horse Rescue with Erin Ochoa

Erin Ochoa has been with Days End Farm, a nonprofit equine rescue program, for fifteen years and is currently chief executive officer. Having started out as a farm manager, Erin quickly fell in love with Days End and their mission of not only rescuing and rehabilitating horses that are suffering, but prevent abuse and neglect through education and community outreach. Listen in to hear more about this amazing program!

[EP 57] The Art of Show Jumping with Andrew Welles

Andrew Welles is an international show jumper who specializes in training, sales, and competition at the highest level of the sport. Andrew competed at the FEI Nations Cup in 2009, representing the United States both in Austria and Portugal. He also represented the U.S. at the 2018 Spruce Meadows Masters, and the 2019 FEI Jumping Nations Cup. Helping young riders move up to the U25 and grand prix divisions, Andrew is extremely goal oriented and strives to work backwards from these specific goals of himself as well as his clients. Listen in!

[EP 56] Equine Event Planning with Meghan Margewicz

Meghan Margewicz started riding at the young age of seven and continued to learn about the sport while owning a couple different horses, participating in Pony Club, and even working with trainer, Jenni Mcallister. Using her knowledge of the industry, Meghan is now the event director for the number one equestrian expo in the world, Equitana USA. In this episode we discuss all things about the event and all things equestrian. Listen in!

[EP 55] Leaning Into Resistance with Laura Graves

Laura Graves is an American dressage rider representing the U.S. Dressage Team. With many mentionable wins including broze at the 2016 Olympics, 2nd in the World Cup Final Grand Prix in 2017, and double silver medals at the World Equestrian Games in 2018. In the same year, Laura became the first American dressage rider to be ranked No. 1 in FEI World rankings at Tryon, all the while still with her horse Verdades whom she started as a yearling. Listen in to hear Laura's story.