Podcasts about equine

We have amazingly reached episode 365. That means you can listen to an equiosity podcast every day for a year and not have to repeat any episodes - unless you want to. That's a lot of talking. So join us as we look back over 365 episodes. We talk about why we started the podcast and what has kept us going. If you are new to the Equiosity podcast, you have a lot of great listening ahead of you! Equus plus Curiosity combines to create Equiosity. It is our curiosity about all things Equine that keeps us going.

Presented by TwinSpires   Trainer Brad Cox talks about his win in last Saturday's Fountain of Youth and looks ahead to his runners in this weekend's stakes, trainer Aggie Ordonez discusses her contenders in Santa Anita's Beholder Mile & Big Cap, National HBPA CEO Eric Hamelback discusses the key points from this week's national conference and trainer Dan Ward shares his thoughts on Majestic Oops in the Azeri at Oaklawn. Plus, Santa Anita's Jeff Chapman handicapping the Saturday stakes, Ashley Anderson gives you three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker takes you on a weekly 'Stroll Through Racing History' presented by Keeneland, we look at the top ranked Derby hopefuls in 'Calling All Three-Year-Olds' with Bobby Neuman presented by Spendthrift, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business. 

What exactly is Equine Assisted Learning, and how is it different from everything else you may have heard about working with horses? In this episode, we break down what Equine Assisted Learning truly means through the lens of Equine Connection. We talk about how horses become powerful teachers of leadership, communication, confidence, and emotional regulation — all without riding and without therapy labels. You will learn how our BuildingBlock™ approach honours horse welfare first, creates measurable human outcomes, and empowers facilitators to build purposeful, results-driven programs. If you have ever wondered how horses can transform lives in a structured, ethical, and sustainable way, this is the place to start. ------------ JOIN OUR FREE NEWSLETTER FOR HORSE LOVERS & HORSE BUSINESS OWNERS // equineconnection.ca/newsletter CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE TO START YOUR HORSE DREAM CAREER // www.equineconnection.ca WHAT TO WATCH NEXT: Learn More About This Life-Changing Career With Horses Helping People: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kbTiDbWOEk Why Do We Work With Horses: https://youtu.be/1hRVYduzh7A What Does an Equine Assisted Learning Program Look Like: https://youtu.be/06LMtutwL-4 Here's Our Thank You to ALL Horses: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CNHDNhXFtL4&t=1s How to Get Certified Working With Horses to Help People In Your Community: https://youtu.be/Zlv2sEkby0Y Frequently Asked Questions About Our Horse Certification Course: https://youtu.be/OzrTQVCI0-w Watch This Case Study of "The Best Equine Assisted Learning Course I've Ever Taken!": https://youtu.be/_LmgXSuAbSg TRAINING: If you're looking to get certified in Equine Assisted Learning AND get business training with support for life, Equine Connection might be the right fit for you! VISIT EQUINE CONNECTION - THE ACADEMY OF EQUINE ASSISTED LEARNING'S WEBSITE: https://equineconnection.ca/ SOCIAL HANDLES TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@equineconnection Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EquineConnectionInc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EquineConnection LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karifulmek/ Podcast: https://equineconnection.ca/podcast/ ABOUT US You've always known you're meant to work with horses. But how? Riding instructor? Feels limiting. Selling tack? Not exactly fulfilling. Breeding? Long hours, big risks. A meaningful career with horses? Does that even exist? Yes, it does—more than you ever imagined. Right now, you might be feeling stuck—longing for purpose but unsure how to make it a reality. You want a career that fuels your passion, impacts lives, and lets you wake up excited every day. But… ❌Money feels like an obstacle. ❌You don't know where to start. ❌Self-doubt whispers, “Can I really make this work?” We get it because we've been there. And that's exactly why Equine Connection exists—to bridge the gap between your passion for horses and a real, thriving business! #iamalifechanger #equineassistedlearning #equineassistedtherapy #equinetherapy #horses #horsecareer #equinejobs #horsejobs #workwithhorses #horselover #horsemanship #horsecourse #equineassistedlearningcertification #equineconnection #academyofequineassistedlearning #eal #equineprograms #equineassistedtherapy #equineconnection KEYWORDS:Equine/horse assisted/facilitated/guided learning Equine/horse assisted/facilitated/guided psychotherapy/therapy Equine/horse assisted/facilitated/guided coaching Equine/horse assisted/facilitated/guided education

Dr. Sara Verghis, an equine associate veterinarian, concludes our Opportunities in Organized Veterinary Medicine mini-series this week, speaking to the experience of volunteering with the American Association of Equine Practicioners.Volunteering is a great way to expand your network and help shape the future of our profession, but it can be challenging to know where to start, what options are available, and how to find the time. This 3-week miniseries shares the stories of 3 early-career veterinarians: their careers so far, how they got started volunteering, and what they think about the experience.Thank you to our podcast partner Hill's Pet Nutrition! You can find more information about Hill's Pet Nutrition at Hill's Pet Nutrition - Dog & Cat Food Transforming Lives and Hill's Vet - Veterinary Health Research, Practice Management Resources.Remember, we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a rating and review. You can also contact us at MVLpodcast@avma.org.Follow us on social media @AVMAVets #MyVetLife #MVLPodcast

HITM: We're joined by Alexandra Beckstett and Jillian Eberlein to talk about their new Horse Radio Network podcast, The 10-Minute Tack-Up. Plus, Christa Lafayette, CEO of Etalon Diagnostics, is here to discuss horse markings and colors; including Ermine spots, Birdcatcher spots, socks, stockings, and multi-colored manes and tails. All that, and some mighty weird news!Auditor Post Show: Top snack foods, do we agree?HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3897 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Alexandra Beckstett and Jillian Eberlein from The 10-Minute Tack-UpGuest: Christa Lafayette, CEO of Etalon DiagnosticsAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:03:01 - Daily Winnies 04:00 - Jamie's gelding surgery & wolf teeth story12:09 - New “10 Minute Tack Up” podcast 25:51 - Krista on markings, spots & coat genetics39:47 - Weird News segment51:01 - Kentucky 3-Day listener meetup at New Vocations

HITM: We're joined by Alexandra Beckstett and Jillian Eberlein to talk about their new Horse Radio Network podcast, The 10-Minute Tack-Up. Plus, Christa Lafayette, CEO of Etalon Diagnostics, is here to discuss horse markings and colors; including Ermine spots, Birdcatcher spots, socks, stockings, and multi-colored manes and tails. All that, and some mighty weird news!Auditor Post Show: Top snack foods, do we agree?HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3897 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Alexandra Beckstett and Jillian Eberlein from The 10-Minute Tack-UpGuest: Christa Lafayette, CEO of Etalon DiagnosticsAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:03:01 - Daily Winnies 04:00 - Jamie's gelding surgery & wolf teeth story12:09 - New “10 Minute Tack Up” podcast 25:51 - Krista on markings, spots & coat genetics39:47 - Weird News segment51:01 - Kentucky 3-Day listener meetup at New Vocations

The temporomandibular (TM) joints in horses are evolutionary masterpieces that have evolved over 55 million years. But suddenly, the experts are saying that the joints are failing because the mouth has become "unbalanced." I disagree.  The experts say that unridable horses have pain in the TM joints that connect the jaw to the skull. Their conclusion is that the teeth are "unbalanced," with an uneven bite seen with the incisors and an imperfect angle of the cheek teeth's chewing surface. Their conclusions cannot be resolved using First Principles Thinking. I've worked with horses for over 50 years, and for over 40 of those, I've floated teeth on over 80,000 horses, but I cannot draw the same conclusions these experts can about the association between the shape of the incisors and the TM joints.  I am referencing an article printed in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association (March, 2024) by James L. Carmalt, VetMB, PhD, DABVP, DAVDC, DACVSMR, DACVS from the Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada. The title is: "Equine poor performance: the logical, progressive, diagnostic approach to determining the role of the temporomandibular joint." There are numerous quotes from this paper I could use to substantiate my position on any dysfunction of the horse's TM joints; however, the author's words are worth reading in their entirety. It must be noted that humans, according to my dentist, chew about 2000 times a day, or 735,000 chews in a year. However, horses chew between 10,000 and 40,000 times a day, with the median being 25,000. This number becomes 750,000 chews in 30 days, which is more than humans chew in a year. Horses chew about 9 million times in a year. So, to assume that all horses are developing TM joint problems because their teeth are not "balanced" seems preposterous. If you are interested and have time, please read Dr. Carmalt's paper, which is available as an attached PDF at Community.TheHorsesAdvocate.com or online. ********** Community.TheHorsesAdvocate.com is a place to learn about horses, barns, and farms. Its information is free, and a membership option lets horse owners attend live meetings to ask questions and deepen their understanding of what they have learned on the site. Membership helps support this message and spread it to everyone worldwide who works with horses. The Equine Practice, Inc. website discusses how and why I perform equine dentistry without immobilization or the automatic use of drugs. I only accept new clients in Florida. Click here to make an appointment. The Horsemanship Dentistry School is a place for those interested in learning how to perform equine dentistry without drugs on 97% of horses. Thank you for sharing and "Helping Horses Thrive In A Human World."

Show SummaryOn this episode, we have a conversation Today we're having a conversation with Vietnam Era veteran and nurse Joanne Malear, who is the coordinator of the 11th Hour Squadron. They are an all-volunteer organization that believes in taking care of dying veterans like family. They can be there at a loved one's bedside during those final nights when family members are at home getting much-needed rest.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestJoanne Melear is a former U.S. Navy nurse and the founder of the 11th Hour Squadron, a volunteer initiative dedicated to ensuring that veterans in hospice care are not alone at the end of life. Drawing on her military medical experience and deep commitment to lifelong service, she created the program to bring trained veteran volunteers to sit bedside, provide companionship, and honor fellow service members in their final hours.Links Mentioned During the Episode11th Hour Squadron Website PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Caring for Veterans Through the End Of Life: Compassionate Communities. In this course, you will learn how you can provide compassionate care through the end-of-life for those who have served our country. You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/caring-for-veterans-through-the-end-of-life-1 Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

If you're getting to the end of the week feeling like nothing has shifted—even though you've been busy and exhausted—this episode is for you. Jenni walks through exactly how to choose your weekly focus so you're not just working, you're actually moving your equine business forward.When you don't decide what you're focusing on, the week decides for you. You become reactive, respond to urgent messages, and deliver brilliantly for your clients. But at the end of the week? You feel like you've made zero progress.This episode breaks down the three-step framework:Get clear on the result you're trying to create (not in five years—right now)Choose the action that actually produces that resultMake it realistic inside your actual week and define what done looks likeWhat You'll LearnWhy being busy is not the same as moving forward in your equine businessHow to identify what "moving forward" actually means for you (more income, more time, stability, less stress)The difference between urgent and important when deciding your weekly focusHow to choose ONE meaningful action each week that genuinely moves the needleWhy you can't focus on everything at onceHow to measure progress so you actually see what you've achievedWhy looking back at the end of the week with clear metrics matters more than feelingsHow Finish Strong Fridays in the Collective help you stay intentional week on weekKey TakeawaysStep 1: Decide Your ResultGet specific about what you're trying to achieve right now. Is it more income? More time? Stability? Less stress? You can want everything, but you can't focus on everything at once.Step 2: Choose the ActionIf you want more income: revenue-producing behaviour (follow-ups, conversion, pricing, availability, capacity, client retention). If you want more time: structure (tightening cancellations, grouping your diary, reducing availability, stopping low-value services, setting boundaries). If you want less stress: removing friction (payment systems, marketing clarity, delegation, difficult conversations, repeating issues).Step 3: Make it Realistic and MeasurableLook at your actual calendar and energy levels. Equine business is physical, seasonal, and unpredictable. Choose ONE meaningful step you can actually complete. Define what done looks like so you can measure it.Why This MattersEquine business owners are often deep in delivery. Without weekly focus, you're responding to what's urgent rather than moving towards what's important. This framework acknowledges that equine life is unpredictable and doesn't ask you to do more—just to do one thing that matters.Finish Strong Fridays in the CollectiveEvery Friday at 11:30am UK time, members gather to look back, get clear on focus, plan intentionally, celebrate wins, and receive hot seat coaching.ResourcesEquine Business Mentor Collective: www.equinebusinessmentor.comConnect with Jenni:Website: www.equinebusinessmentor.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/EquestrianBusinessSupportNetworkInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theequinebusinessmentorTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@equinebusinessmentorYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EquineBusinessMentorSEO Keywords: equine business focus, weekly business planning, equine business owner, horse business, equine entrepreneur, business momentum, weekly planning, equine coaching, horse business growth, equine business mentor, small business strategy, productivity, equine industry

In this episode Sarah Freeman, BVetMed, PhD, CertVA, Cert VR, CertES, Dipl. ECVS, MRCVS, professor of veterinary surgery at University of Nottingham School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, in Leicestershire, describes the different types of equine colic that barn managers and horse owners need to know. She explains the different treatment and management options for each, how to handle colic situations on the farm, and future research directions. Find the emergency colic plan here: https://www.bhs.org.uk/horse-care-and-welfare/ownership-loaning/equine-care-plan/Other essential colic info covered in this episode can be found here: https://www.bhs.org.uk/horse-care-and-welfare/health-care-management/horse-health/equine-diseases/colic-in-horses/GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 43:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Dr. Sarah Freeman, BVetMed, PhD, CertVA, Cert VR, CertES, Dipl. ECVS, MRCVS, professor of veterinary surgery at University of Nottingham School of Veterinary MedicinePlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live, USRider Equestrian

Presented by TwinSpires Owners Tom Ryan (Litmus Test & Balboa), Chris Fountoukis (Solitude Dude), Jeff Bloom & Charlie Monfort (Rockies Balboa) discuss their Derby hopefuls competing in Saturday's prep races. Plus, CJ Johnsen looks ahead to his talented filly Swing Vote in the Davona Dale, James Scully gives you three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker takes you on a weekly 'Stroll Through Racing History' presented by Keeneland, we look at the top ranked Derby hopefuls in 'Calling All Three-Year-Olds' with Bobby Neuman presented by Spendthrift, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business. 

Dr. Holly Helbig talks about what regenerative medicine devices are, and how they can play a role in equine rehabilitation and soundness.

Dr. Holly Helbig talks about what regenerative medicine devices are, and how they can play a role in equine rehabilitation and soundness.

We're back! Season 4 of Hot 2 Trot kicks off with a behind-the-scenes look at Foal Cam season. We are joined by Samantha Wilton and Rhiannon Swimelar, college students in Delaware Valley University's equine program who are gaining real-world, hands-on experience. While balancing classes and campus life, they're also taking on the responsibility of watching mares around the clock during one of the most important times of the breeding season. This episode offers a unique look at the dedication, learning opportunities, and excitement that come with being a student at DelVal University!

In this deeply personal and wide‑ranging episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson speaks with longtime colleague and friend Karla Brahms of Wellenreiter in the Odenwald, Germany — a region steeped in myth, forest, and living horse culture.What begins as a conversation about equine‑assisted practice unfolds into an intimate exploration of grief, love, resilience, and the sacred role horses play in helping humans navigate life's darkest passages.Karla shares her evolution from decades of forest‑based therapeutic riding with children into her current work integrating NIG (Neuro‑Imaginative Gestalt) constellation methods with horses. Through spontaneous drawing, embodied awareness, and equine presence, she helps clients access inner wisdom beyond intellectual processing.The conversation then turns to the death of her husband, musician Jan, and the profound grief that followed. Karla speaks openly about ritual, laying out the body at home, identity loss, and how horses — through presence, warmth, and simple being — helped her remain anchored in the present.This episode explores what modern culture has lost around death and ceremony — and how horses may help us reclaim a more honest, embodied relationship with grief.If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome

The National Equine Show is just around the corner and in this episode I'm taking you behind the scenes of how I am actually preparing for it and planning a stand that genuinely works for me and my business, rather than just looking busy for the sake of it.Exhibiting at big shows can be a huge opportunity, but they can also become overwhelming if you try to do everything. This year I have made some very deliberate decisions about what I am not doing, as well as what I am focusing on, so that the experience is sustainable and actually aligned with how I want to show up.I share why I cancelled the Pace and Paddock magazine this year, even though it worked brilliantly last time, and why protecting my capacity as a full time carer and business owner has shaped every decision about this show. We often assume more is better at events, but in reality, doing less more clearly can be far more powerful.I also walk you through what I am taking to the show and why. The Equine Business Reset book will be front and centre, alongside clear and simple information about The Collective for those who want ongoing support, and an easy path into the free Equestrian Business Support Network for people who just want to stay connected for now.Finally, we talk about the feeling of the stand, not just the stuff on it. I want it to feel calm, honest and welcoming in the middle of a very busy event. That affects how I plan the layout, my energy, my breaks and how I interact with people across the day.In this episode we cover:– Why deciding what not to do is key when preparing for a big show– How I am protecting my capacity while still showing up fully– What I am focusing on instead of lots of complicated offers– How I want my stand to feel for both visitors and myself– Why being intentional with your presence matters more than just looking busyIf you are coming to the National Equine Show, please do come and find me on stand B73. I would genuinely love to meet you and hear about your business. And if you cannot attend, I will be sharing everything I learn afterwards so you can still take the useful lessons for your own events.For more see: www.EquineBusinessMentor.com Take the health check here https://equinebusinessmentor.com/healthcheck-page Join the Equestrian Business Support Network here https://www.facebook.com/groups/EquestrianBusinessSupportNetwork

HITM: DeAnne is here with the latest headlines from Horse Nation, and Dr. Wendy explains what 'Cold' means in Traditional Chinese Medicine and its effect on you and your horse. Tune in for the update on Jamie's new horse and a dose of truly weird news!Auditor Post Show: Monthly Auditor update, what's new on HRN.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3892 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Deanne from Horse NationLink: Let's Discuss: Experience vs. “Experience” & Why Years in the Saddle Don't Always Equal HorsemanshipGuest: Dr. Wendy YingLink: 7 Winter Horse Care Mistakes You Shouldn't Make…Additional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:03:40 - Daily Whinnies07:00 - Jamie's new Andalusian shipping saga12:10 - Detector dogs & screw worm story13:55 - Hilltop Farm closing news16:21 - Breeds of the alphabet updates18:31 - Deanne from Horse Nation on kids, school delays & “experience” article29:25 - Winter horse-care mistakes discussion34:26 - Dr. Wendy: cold in Chinese medicine47:01 - Weird News56:44 - Viral husky Viola & national chocolate-covered nut day1:00:12- Auditor post show & network...

HITM: DeAnne is here with the latest headlines from Horse Nation, and Dr. Wendy explains what 'Cold' means in Traditional Chinese Medicine and its effect on you and your horse. Tune in for the update on Jamie's new horse and a dose of truly weird news!Auditor Post Show: Monthly Auditor update, what's new on HRN.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3892 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Deanne from Horse NationLink: Let's Discuss: Experience vs. “Experience” & Why Years in the Saddle Don't Always Equal HorsemanshipGuest: Dr. Wendy YingLink: 7 Winter Horse Care Mistakes You Shouldn't Make…Additional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:03:40 - Daily Whinnies07:00 - Jamie's new Andalusian shipping saga12:10 - Detector dogs & screw worm story13:55 - Hilltop Farm closing news16:21 - Breeds of the alphabet updates18:31 - Deanne from Horse Nation on kids, school delays & “experience” article29:25 - Winter horse-care mistakes discussion34:26 - Dr. Wendy: cold in Chinese medicine47:01 - Weird News56:44 - Viral husky Viola & national chocolate-covered nut day1:00:12- Auditor post show & network...

Show SummaryOn this episode, we have a conversation Today we're having a conversation Mark Solomon, co-founder of the Veterans Community Project. We talk about their innovative approach to ending veteran homelessness through tiny home communities, wraparound support, and a mission to ensure every veteran has both housing and connection.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestMark Solomon is a Naval Reserve Officer and co-founder of the Veterans Community Project, an organization dedicated to ending veteran homelessness through innovative housing and supportive services. Drawing on his own military experience and the challenges veterans face transitioning to civilian life, he helped launch the project in 2014, leading efforts to create a tiny-home village and comprehensive outreach center in Kansas City that connects veterans with resources such as health care referrals, employment assistance, and counseling.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeVeterans Community Project Website PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Finding Veteran Support Programs. No matter what issue you're facing, you can use the power of the internet to reach out and get the help you deserve. You can find the resource here:  https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/Finding-Veteran-Support-Programs  Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

***Complete our short survey by Wednesday, March 11, 2026 to be entered for a chance to win Standlee free product coupons and some fun Standlee swag – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/btb2026podcast*** _______________________________ On this episode of the Feeding Fumbles & Fixes series of Beyond the Barn, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Kelly Vineyard, PhD equine nutritionist, to discuss four common horse feeding mistakes that can increase laminitis, including: Why some horses at the highest risk for laminitis look healthy and fit What current research is teaching us about meal size, carbohydrate load, and metabolic stress How everyday feeding and management decisions can strain the hoof long before any soreness appears Dr. Vineyard also talks about how metabolic testing works, what body condition scores really mean, and why meal size and NSC intake per feeding matter, especially for at-risk horses.

Welcome to another episode of A Stride Above! In this episode, Dr. Colton Ramstrom sits down with JD Conway, Director of Professional Veterinary Services at Contura Vet, to discuss the groundbreaking advancements in equine regenerative medicine. They explore how new therapeutic products are changing the way we treat joint and soft tissue injuries in horses.In this episode, you'll learn: • The innovative journey of Arthromed, a revolutionary joint therapy for horses. • How the hydrogel platform used in human medicine is now being applied to equine care. • Why this therapy enhances joint elasticity and improves overall movement. • The science behind how injectable gels benefit horses with osteoarthritis and joint issues. • JD's background in veterinary practice and his transition to regenerative medicine.Tune in for Part 2, where we'll continue to explore the science behind these game-changing products. Be sure to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast with fellow equine enthusiasts! Don't miss out on the next episode!Links For You:• Our Website • Facebook • Instagram • Youtube Dr. Alberto Rullan, VMD• Website• LinkedIn• Instagram

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Presented by TwinSpires  Dual Hall of Fame trainer Mark Casse discusses his Kentucky Oaks & Kentucky Derby hopefuls, champion Nitrogen and more, trainer Doug O'Neill looks back on Pavlovian's win in the Sunland Park Derby, trainer Rudy Rodriguez talks about his talented Withers winner Talk to Me Jimmy, and owner Davant Latham looks ahead to Street Beast in Saturday's John Battaglia Memorial. Plus, Kevin Kerstein with an overview of leading Kentucky Derby candidates, Joe Kristufek gives you three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker takes you on a weekly 'Stroll Through Racing History' presented by Keeneland, we look at the top ranked Derby hopefuls in 'Calling All Three-Year-Olds' with Bobby Neuman presented by Spendthrift, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business. 

Send a textA hoof can look fine while its tissue quietly runs out of blood. We sat down with Drs. Georgia Skelton and Andrew van Eps to unpack new 18F-FDG PET research showing how static weight bearing creates sharp, regional perfusion deficits in the equine foot—the very conditions that can spark support limb laminitis in otherwise healthy horses. The findings challenge old assumptions and make a powerful case for movement, dynamic load cycling, and smarter monitoring before the cascade begins.We walk through why 18F-FDG PET changes the game by capturing function, not just structure, revealing “no-uptake” zones in the lamellae, sole, and coronary band within minutes of standing still. You'll hear how medial palmar regions are hit hardest in front feet, why lifting the opposite limb shifts deficits laterally, and how the hoof's intricate anastomotic network lets blood choose the path of least resistance—bypassing vulnerable capillary beds under pressure. These insights tie directly to what clinicians see first in the field: sole pain, growth issues at the coronary band, and rapid decompensation when motion is restricted.From here we get practical. Andrew and Georgia outline emerging strategies to keep perfusion alive: enforced micro-movement, intermittent offloading with robotic slings, and dynamic orthotic devices that rotate pressure points across the sole. We dig into how mobile PET systems can guide personalized shoeing and support plans, and how tools like pressure mats and targeted near-infrared sensors could bring stall-side monitoring to the danger zones identified by imaging. The goal is simple: reintroduce safe variability and prevent any one region from being starved for too long.If you care for at-risk horses after fractures, abscesses, or surgery, this conversation offers a clearer map of the problem and a toolkit for early intervention. Subscribe, share this with your care team, and leave a review to help more equine professionals find evidence-based strategies that keep blood flowing and horses sound.AJVR article: https://doi.org/10.2460/ajvr.25.07.0268INTERESTED IN SUBMITTING YOUR MANUSCRIPT TO JAVMA ® OR AJVR ® ? JAVMA ® : https://avma.org/JAVMAAuthors AJVR ® : https://avma.org/AJVRAuthorsFOLLOW US:JAVMA ® : Facebook: Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association - JAVMA | Facebook Instagram: JAVMA (@avma_javma) • Instagram photos and videos Twitter: JAVMA (@AVMAJAVMA) / Twitter AJVR ® : Facebook: American Journal of Veterinary Research - AJVR | Facebook Instagram: AJVR (@ajvroa) • Instagram photos and videos Twitter: AJVR (@AJVROA) / Twitter JAVMA ® and AJVR ® LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/avma-journals

We're hosting a live conversation with Sara Lavoie, a certified Equine-Assisted Learning facilitator and Safety Officer, who has developed a comprehensive safety manual for equine assisted work. This live is for any horse professional working with clients, regardless of modality, facility type, or certification background. True professionalism means more than skilled facilitation. It requires clearly defined standards, ethical responsibility, and systems that protect horses, humans, and facilities. In this live, we'll explore what real safety looks like in equine assisted work, including scope of practice, duty of care, insurance considerations, animal welfare, and facility responsibilities, as well as the gaps that exist across the industry. Horses are not pets. They are powerful, highly sensitive prey animals, and working alongside them requires awareness, responsibility, and ongoing respect for their nature. When safety becomes casual or assumed, risk increases for everyone involved. This manual exists to support safer choices, clearer standards, and deeper respect for the horse as our partner and teacher, while keeping accountability exactly where it belongs with the professionals who choose to do this work. This is about raising the bar for our entire horse human community and creating work that is trusted, sustainable, and worthy of the horses who make it possible.

In this episode, we spoke with Liara Gonzalez, DVM, PhD, DACVS-LA, about her research on equine intestinal injury and recovery. Dr. Gonzalez's lab was the first to develop a large animal pig model to study intestinal stem cells. It was also the first to identify these cells in horses and to grow intestinal stem cells into enteroids derived from pigs and horses. Her research is advancing our understanding of intestinal disease through expanded knowledge and use of equine intestinal stem cells in modulating mucosal barrier repair following ischemic damage.You can read Dr. Gonzalez's published studies here: https://cvm.ncsu.edu/people/lmgonza4/This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive.Use promo code DUJOUR to get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping at Equithrive.com.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 176:Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com)Guest: Dr. Liara Gonzalez, DVM, PhD, DACVS-LAPodcast Website: Disease Du JourThis episode of Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Equithrive.Connect with the Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com)

In this episode, we spoke with Liara Gonzalez, DVM, PhD, DACVS-LA, about her research on equine intestinal injury and recovery. Dr. Gonzalez's lab was the first to develop a large animal pig model to study intestinal stem cells. It was also the first to identify these cells in horses and to grow intestinal stem cells into enteroids derived from pigs and horses. Her research is advancing our understanding of intestinal disease through expanded knowledge and use of equine intestinal stem cells in modulating mucosal barrier repair following ischemic damage.You can read Dr. Gonzalez's published studies here: https://cvm.ncsu.edu/people/lmgonza4/This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive.Use promo code DUJOUR to get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping at Equithrive.com.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 176:Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com)Guest: Dr. Liara Gonzalez, DVM, PhD, DACVS-LAPodcast Website: Disease Du JourThis episode of Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Equithrive.Connect with the Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com)

Thinking about booking a big equine show this year? Before you fill in that booking form, there are five key questions I really want you to ask yourself.Shows can be incredible for visibility, connections and long term growth. But they can also be expensive, exhausting and disappointing if you go in without a clear plan. In this episode, I walk you through five grounded questions that will help you decide whether a show is actually the right move for your equine business right now.We talk about defining what success really looks like for you, not in theory but in real terms. Whether that is direct sales, email list growth or meeting a certain type of client. We also cover your true capacity, not just financially but in terms of time, energy and support before, during and after the event.I also dive into the true cost of exhibiting at shows, which goes far beyond the stand fee. Travel, accommodation, stock, display kit, childcare, food, parking and the time away from other income generating work all add up. When you see the full picture, it becomes much easier to make a clear and confident decision.We then look at how a show fits into your bigger business strategy. Is it part of a long term visibility plan or are you secretly hoping it will rescue a slow season on its own? Finally, I share why you need a follow up plan regardless of whether the show feels busy or quiet, so you can make the most of the opportunity either way.These questions are not here to put you off exhibiting. They are here to help you make a solid, strategic decision that supports your business rather than drains it.In this episode we cover:– How to define what success at a show actually means for your business– Checking your real capacity before committing to a big event– The hidden and true costs of exhibiting at equine shows– How shows should fit into your wider marketing and client strategy– Planning what you will do with the results, good or quietIf you are currently considering a big equine show and feel unsure, come and talk it through inside the free Equestrian Business Support Network. And if you are heading to the National Equine Show, come and find me on stand B73 and let me know what you decided.For more see: www.EquineBusinessMentor.com Take the health check here https://equinebusinessmentor.com/healthcheck-page Join the Equestrian Business Support Network here https://www.facebook.com/groups/EquestrianBusinessSupportNetwork

We catch up with the latest updates from Equine Network on their new Practical Horseman + and Dressage Today + memberships. We then welcome back Auditor Rachel Briggs to hear the wild story of riding Ostriches. Plus some mighty weird news, listen in…HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3887 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Marla on Practical Horseman + and Dressage Today +Guest: Auditor Rachel BriggsLink: Katie Van Slyke videoAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:02:00 - Robert Duvall stories & event horse Sam tribute08:00 - Jamie's new Andalusian & shipping worries12:00 - Auditor birthdays & foal named “Glenn”16:00 - Marla (Equine Network memberships)22:00 - Year of the Horse & Chinese zodiac chat27:00 - Auditor Rachel's ostrich racing story37:00 - Horse REM sleep study discussion41:00 - Weird News segment

We catch up with the latest updates from Equine Network on their new Practical Horseman + and Dressage Today + memberships. We then welcome back Auditor Rachel Briggs to hear the wild story of riding Ostriches. Plus some mighty weird news, listen in…HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3887 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Marla on Practical Horseman + and Dressage Today +Guest: Auditor Rachel BriggsLink: Katie Van Slyke videoAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:02:00 - Robert Duvall stories & event horse Sam tribute08:00 - Jamie's new Andalusian & shipping worries12:00 - Auditor birthdays & foal named “Glenn”16:00 - Marla (Equine Network memberships)22:00 - Year of the Horse & Chinese zodiac chat27:00 - Auditor Rachel's ostrich racing story37:00 - Horse REM sleep study discussion41:00 - Weird News segment

In this episode of The Being Herd Podcast we welcome Lisa Reeves Robinson. Lisa is a medical intuitive, honours degree homeopath, animal communicator and healer. Lisa and I have been working together (me and my animals as her clients) for well over a decade now so it's a pleasure and delight to welcome her to the podcast. In this conversation Lisa provides a general picture of homeopathy for us as well as diving a bit deeper into the nature of how homeopathy can support us and the animals in our lives on multiple levels. For those of you who are holistic health enthusiasts or who are interested in learning more about homeopathy, this episode is for you!Connect with lisa Reeves Robinson:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LisaReevesRobinson

Every so often in business you hit a point where you just know something has to change. An offer, a project, a commitment that once made sense now feels heavy, draining, and completely out of alignment. But letting go feels risky, especially when you have already invested time, money, and energy into building it.In this episode, I'm sharing two big decisions I've made recently in my own equine business, including cancelling the Pace and Paddock magazine for the National Equine Show and closing the paid tier of the Equestrian Business Support Network. Both looked good on paper. Both could have carried on. But both felt like a genuine no.We talk about the difference between fear that comes from growth and the deep dread that tells you something is no longer right for you. This is a key leadership skill as an equine business owner. Knowing when to push through and when to make the call to stop.I also explore what it is actually costing you to keep the wrong “barns” standing in your business. Time, energy, headspace, and often your confidence. And why there is never a neat, perfect moment to make these calls. At some point you simply decide to lead.If you've been dragging an offer, a client type, or a project along because it feels safe or because you worry about letting people down, this episode will give you permission to reassess and move forward with clarity.In this episode we cover: – Two recent decisions I made to cancel and close parts of my business – How to tell the difference between fear and a true no – The hidden cost of keeping misaligned offers and commitments – Why leadership in your business sometimes means burning part of the barn down to build something betterIf this episode hits home and you know exactly what needs to change in your business, take some time to journal on it or talk it through with someone you trust. And if you want support from people who truly understand the equine industry, you are very welcome inside the free Equestrian Business Support Network or to explore The Collective.For more see: www.EquineBusinessMentor.com Take the health check here https://equinebusinessmentor.com/healthcheck-page Join the Equestrian Business Support Network here https://www.facebook.com/groups/EquestrianBusinessSupportNetwork

Show SummaryOn this episode, we have a conversation Today we're having a conversation with Michael Witt, Community & State Outreach Manager for the DirectEmployers Association. DirectEmployers is a non-profit member association built by employers, for employers, and we talked about how they support their member employers to better serve the military and veteran population as well as how DirectEmployers has worked to become a PsychArmor Veteran Ready OrganizationProvide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestMichael Witt is the Community & State Outreach Manager for DirectEmployers Association (DE). DE is a non-profit member association built by employers, for employers. After 21 years of service with Iowa Workforce Development, including Division Administrator of Field Operations, oversight of WIOA federal programs and state workforce programs, he works closely with DE's 1k+ Member companies to implement strategies for improved recruitment and retention of skilled talent across the country.Links Mentioned During the EpisodeDirectEmployers Association WebsiteDirectEmployers VetCentral Webpage PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the Behind the Mission Podcast episode with Lori Adams, in episode 122. During this conversation, Lori and I talk about the National Association of State Workforce Agencies, the national organization representing all 50 state workforce agencies, D.C. and U.S. territories. These agencies deliver training, employment, career, business and wage and hour services, in addition to administering the unemployment insurance, veteran reemployment and labor market information programs. You can find the resource here:  https://psycharmor.org/podcast/lori-adams  Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

In this episode, Jonathan Yardley, DVM, of The Ohio State University in Columbus, explains what barn managers and horse owners need to know about how veterinarians diagnose and treat gastric ulcers in horses. He describes the difference between squamous and glandular ulcers, the importance of an accurate diagnosis, and how management and feeding tactics can support gastric ulcer treatment.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 42:Host: Hailey Pfeffer (Kerstetter)Guest: Jonathan Yardley, DVM, of The Ohio State University in ColumbusPlease visit our sponsors, who makes all this possible: Ask TheHorse Live, USRider Equestrian

Presented by TwinSpires Jockey Jose Ortiz talks about his mounts in Saturday's stakes races, trainer Rodolphe Brisset is our Kentucky Bred Conversation as he looks ahead to Kentucky-bred Bricklin in Sunday's Sunland Park Derby, Maryland Horse Breeders Executive Director, Cricket Goodall, remembers legendary trainer King Leatherbury, and we pay tribute to trainer John Shirreffs following his passing this week. Plus, Dan Illman with a preview of Saturday's stakes at Laurel, Vance Hanson gives you three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker takes you on a weekly 'Stroll Through Racing History' presented by Keeneland, we look at the top ranked Derby hopefuls in 'Calling All Three-Year-Olds' with Bobby Neuman presented by Spendthrift, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business. 

Young woman finds lust and love at Christmas.By JagFarlane. Listen to the ►Podcast at Steamy Stories.Mel swiped the credit card along the terminal, waited for the receipt to print, stuffed it into the restaurant’s portfolio along with a couple of Ande’s mints, and turned to stroll towards the table. She dropped it off to the table’s occupants and hurried off to the kitchen, trying to look busy though probably fooling no one. It was Christmas Eve after all and the bulk of the town’s part time residents, university students and staff, had all scattered off to home days ago leaving behind the few full time residents to keep the place from looking like a ghost town.She was a student at the university too, but had elected to remain behind this year much to the restaurant manager’s relief. Not that the money had been very good, with the vast majority of the students gone there were only a few souls that made it into the building each night and sometimes she wondered if it had even been worth it to the management to even turn on the lights. Stepping out to pick up the signed receipt and bus several dessert plates away, a glance was given to the tips section and a bit of a relieved sigh at the decent tip. At least the residents routinely tipped, she smiled a bit to herself.After taking a look around and finding no one else at any of her tables, Mel leaned up against the entranceway to the kitchen and allowed herself a quiet moment. Another Christmas Eve alone; not that she hadn’t gotten used to it during her stint in the Air Force. But they still were never easy to take. She’d gotten out and took the chance to move to the one area she’d dreamed of living ever since she was a little girl, Boise, Idaho. Shortly after arriving, she’d invested most of her savings into a condo figuring that not having a monthly house expense was the best route. From there she had enrolled in the local community college and after graduating moved to Boise State University.Between the part time gig as a waitress, her G I Bill money, and a couple small grants Mel was living a fairly comfortable albeit Spartan lifestyle. Still, it hadn’t left a lot of time for romance and it didn’t help that she spent most of her time around people who were a few years younger than her. Just finding someone she could sit at the bar with, legally, was a challenge sometimes and often the grad students were either too busy or in a serious relationship already. Fingers played in the curls of her long, dark red hair as she mulled over her current state in life. That is, until the snapping of fingers in front of her face brought her back to reality.“Hey, you’ve got one on table six.” Sandy smiled to her as she ducked into the kitchen.Shaking her head a little to clear the daze, frowning for a moment as she realized that Jingle Bells was playing for fourth time tonight, and then putting on her best smile, Mel made her way over towards table six. A quick glance at the clock revealed closing time was drawing near and she said a silent thanks to her shift being over soon. She just hoped this last customer wasn’t someone who had gone out to get drunk, and then stopped here on the way home.Phil looked up from the menu as the waitress approached, still mulling between the hickory burger and the spicy chicken sandwich. A moment was spent admiring the waitress’ legs, shown off by the green and black plaid skirt she was wearing. Slowly his eyes moved upwards, the thought of the hickory burger fading as he looked over her full chest and the red curls lying upon it. It had been a long day of travel then in the barn tending to the mare and the approaching woman was a welcome sight indeed, both for the eyes and the promise of getting a decent meal at some point today.She rolled her eyes a bit at the stare she was getting, some days she didn’t mind getting ogled but over the years it had grown quite annoying. So annoyed she was that she didn’t even notice that he appeared to be familiar. “Good evening and welcome to Terry’s. Can I start you out with a drink and perhaps an appetizer?” She put on her best server smile and hoped that perhaps his eyes would move up from her chest to at least her chin.“Can I get a Miller Light and a half order of mozzarella sticks?” He waited for her to write down the order, “And I’ll take a umm, hickory burger, medium rare.” Phil put down the menu to fish out his driver’s license and passed it to the waitress.She scribbled down the order and took the license as it was passed to her, glancing down at the date of birth then at the picture and passed it back to him. As Mel made her way back to the order station, the nagging thought of the familiar face in the picture was bugging her. She hadn’t red the name, and for once regretted not doing so. A glance over her shoulder as she input the order didn’t reveal much as his head was down to play with his phone.The sound of a skirt swishing as the waitress came up to the table caused him to glance up, just long enough to take the pint glass and take an appreciative sip of the amber liquid. Sure, it was a little watery but after the last two days it felt like heaven. Eyes glanced up to watch the waitress walk away, her red hair swaying behind her. Her shape reminded him a bit of someone else but he wasn’t fully sure who and made a note to try to look at her face the next time she came around.Sandy had taken the mozzarella sticks out to him so Mel stood off to the side; taking note that closing time was coming up in a few minutes. Of course the handful of customers still in the joint would be allowed to finish their meals but not to place any more orders after the doors were locked. Mel was fairly sure she’d figured out who her guest was, but wanted an up close look at his face to be sure. If he was the person she thought he was, it was to be a pleasant surprise, particularly since he’d never paid her figure that sort of attention before, even with there seeming to be a mental connection. A cross of her fingers, perhaps Christmas was looking up after all.Phil sipped at his third beer of the night, glad that the town bus system was still running through the holidays. The redhead hadn’t been by him since bringing the latest beer, a little more than he was used to consuming on a normal evening but it did mean she was coming by more often. He still hadn’t worked up the courage to look her in the face yet, or maybe he was just enjoying the other views, he wasn’t quite sure which one it was. The debate became moot when his head snapped up at the voice behind him and his eyes finally looked at Mel’s face.“Hey Phil, long time!” She was finally certain it was Phil Clauser, who had been the Graduate Teaching Assistant for the Intro to Equine class she’d taken to minor in equine studies. Mel could still remember how the muscles of his forearms threatened to tear the rolled up cuffs of his flannel shirt when he was teaching them out to do groundwork with a stubborn mare. There had been a couple of jokes among the girls about how they wouldn’t mind taking a roll in the hay with him but as far as Mel knew none had done more than chatted about it.For a moment he regretted having finished three beers already as it seemed they were fogging his brain. The face attached to the tall redhead was vaguely familiar. He thought he could place it in a classroom setting. What seemed like an eternity passed before he imagined her hair tied back, a pair of jeans instead of the skirt, and a sweatshirt; finally placed her as a former student of his. “Hey, Melissa. It has been a couple of years, hasn’t it?”She let out her breath a bit, in relief. Sometimes the red hair was nice in that it often helped people to remember her. For once that was playing into her favor. She set down the burger and another beer, “Merry Christmas Eve! I hope it’s going well for you.”“It’s going good now,” he gave her a faint smile and proceeded to tell her about how one of the mares under his charge had come down ill and he’d come back on short notice to oversee her care. He’d only gotten back this morning and had spent most of the day at the barn, only getting enough time to shower the barn smell off, change his clothes, and come in for dinner. “Such of the life of working in agriculture, but it’s worth it to me,” he offered a smile to her as she stole a fry from his plate. The sound of a lock clicking brought him back to the restaurant, “I guess I should eat up, don’t want to keep you late on Christmas Eve of all nights.”“Oh, it’s okay,” she looked up as the manager called out for the waitresses and slid from the table, “I’ll be right back.” Off to the backroom she went, leaving him to work on his meal.He looked up when she rejoined him at the table, sliding herself back into the chair. She placed a glass of eggnog in front of him with a little smile, “On the house. So, what are you doing for Christmas since you’re back on short notice?” He watched as she tilted her head and seemed to be anxiously awaiting his answer. “Oh, I’m not sure. I guess just go home for the night, have to spend some time with the mare, tomorrow and otherwise maybe I’ll just catch a few movies on the tv.” He took a sip of the eggnog and noted a hint of Southern Comfort. When he looked up, she just gave him a little smile. “You?”“Probably about the same thing, except for the mare part. Just catch up on some Christmas movies, have a couple of drinks, sleep in, and do the same tomorrow I suppose. Or,” she paused, grinned a bit at him, “or, maybe you could join me and at least we would have some company to enjoy during our movie watching.” Mel wagged her eyebrows just a bit in excitement.He watched her eyebrows in a bit of amusement, and chuckled softly “I think I would be a fool to turn down the offer. I would be glad to join you.”She smiled widely at that, and rose up to go retrieve the check and complete the formalities of shutting down the restaurant for the night. He watched her dart from spot to spot, helping with cleaning up tables and putting away silverware. A bit of wonder got to him, how different she was here, than in the classroom, where she had always been a bit formal. He wondered briefly if that had to do with her being a veteran. Perhaps it was because of how she’d lived. It wasn’t long though, before she popped up to the table and gently grabbed his arm to signal that it was time to go. Getting to his feet, he realized just about how much alcohol he’d had, but made it out the door and onto the metro bus, to her place.They walked the two blocks from the bus stop to the complex, where Mel’s condo was. Phil looked up, blinking, “I didn’t know anyone rented these out.” Mel just smiled and shook her head, “I own one. Much better than living in the apartments near campus, and especially much quieter and more private. Plus, I don’t have to compete with the younger women at the pool.” She gave a little wolfish grin at that last part and led him towards the door of her condo.Inside, he found the place lightly decorated for Christmas. Little figurines placed here and there, a few window decorations, Christmas cards taped above the entranceway to the kitchen. The condo itself was cozy. From what he could see it seemed like a two bedroom place and he smiled a little at the fireplace in the living room with a stocking hung to one side. The place had a very homie feel to it; something he hadn’t felt except at his parent’s place, in a long time.She ran around in the background, picking up a few things here and there. None of her plans had included company being over for the night. Normally she would have just come in, poured a glass of wine, stripped off her work uniform and caught up with her TiVo in panties. Obviously that wasn’t going to happen tonight though she stifled a little giggle as she imagined what his reaction would have been to that. “There’s beer, eggnog, and soda in the fridge and the cabinet above the freezer has the liquor in it. Feel free to help yourself, so long as you make me an eggnog with spiced rum in it. I’ll be out in a minute.”She pulled off the top and the skirt, throwing them into her laundry basket. After a moment thinking it over, her bra followed shortly afterwards, letting a heavy chest hang freely. Deciding to go all in and fully change, panties were thrown in last. Into the master bathroom she wandered, taking up a warm wet washcloth, and using it to wipe some of the sweat away from underneath her breasts, around her thighs, and a few other places. Fingers ran through her curly red bush. It was a little overdue for a trimming and there was a bit of a wish that she had the time to, but she figured if it came to that he probably wouldn’t mind terribly much. A few pats with a towel to dry off and she put on a stretchy sports bra, tee-shirt, and a pair of university sweat pants. Two spritzes from a bottle of warm vanilla sugar body spray then quick brushing of her hair and out the door she came.Phil had taken a seat on the end of the couch, having made two of the eggnog and spiced rum drinks. Slowly he sipped at one, just admiring her place and the country style décor she seemed to prefer. A smile crossed his face as she came out, a little surprised at how she could make even sweats and a tee-shirt look sexy. He was just content to watch her as she went over to the fireplace and got a compressed log lit, admiring her rear as she bent over to do it, then as she put a movie into the player and came over to the couch.They chatted idly during the first movie, discussing career goals, college experiences, and general background information. Phil purposely kept only slowly sipping away at his eggnog, making the drink last the entirety of the first movie and giving the alcohol time to course its way out of his system. As they chatted he found himself becoming more intrigued with this young woman, her variety of interests and the passion she brought to life. He liked how her face lit up as she talked about taking an internship at a dig in the Badlands and at having found actual dinosaur bones. Even if he wasn’t so interested in what she was studying, he just liked being around someone who was so happy doing what she was doing.The topic slowly turned towards their shared love of horses. He’d grown up on a horse ranch a few hours south of where they were and she’d only just started taking lessons after moving to Boise. He knew more of the technical side but she had the passion beyond that of someone who had just gushed over ponies as a little kid. When she came back from changing the DVD’s and accepted her second drink, he took note that she was sitting much closer to him than at the beginning of the evening. Each time she came back from getting up it seemed she moved a few inches closer till it was shortly after one am and upon coming back from putting in a new movie she was cuddled up against his figure. He could smell the faded scent of vanilla spice on her, it felt inviting, it just felt right.She knew it was the alcohol. She’d been making hers stronger than usual just so that she’d have the excuse to blame the alcohol. But now she found herself spooned up against Phil and having decided that she’d already crossed the line of no turning back. Mel gently guided his arm to rest over her stomach, snuggling herself fully against him, closing her eyes and just savoring the feeling. It had been too long since she’d last felt the comforting warmth of another person pressed up against her, this time with the bonus of his muscles giving her the protective feeling of being wrapped up. Through her sweats she could even feel the gentle pressing of a stiffening cock. She smiled to herself and gave a tiny wiggle just to get a better feel of it then pressed softly against him feigning snuggling in more.By about halfway through the movie and all of the way through her glass of eggnog curiosity and hormones couldn’t be contained much more. Her hand gently drifted to his pants and upon finding no resistance she unzipped the jeans and slipped her hand in, seeking the opening of his boxers. Fingers gently caressed the head of his swollen member and slowly she began to guide it out into the open. Slowly and gently she caressed him, just enjoying the feeling of his hard cock throbbing in her hand. When she felt his fingers touch the edge of her sweats, Mel arched a little to urge him to seek further. A contented sigh slipped from her lips as she felt his hand gently cup her swollen mound and fingers softly rub upon her clit and external lips.He had been hoping that there might be a little fun after she had been wiggling and adjusting against him during the movie. When she reached for his cock, it felt like he’d stiffened even more at the anticipation. The stroking was pleasant but it hadn’t compared to reaching within her sweats, finding her not wearing a pair of panties, and that she was already damp from the little bit of play they’d already gotten into. Gently he played with her clit, loving the little moans coming from her throat. When she felt wet enough he slipped two fingers within her and began to massage the inside of her cunt while caressing her clit. When he felt her fingers leave his cock for a moment he internally sighed at the loss, but seconds later he felt her sweatpants slip down and the soft skin of her rear caress against his stiff member.As much as Mel was enjoying having her cunt caressed by his fingers what she really craved was the stretching that only a thick cock could give her. Twisting her body a bit, she wiggled upwards till she could stand and straddle his feet. Facing away, she slowly lowered he beautiful ass into position. He guided her down with his two hands on her ass cheeks. Then he gently spread her cheeks until his cock head rubbed against her wet, swollen lips. She reached between her legs and gently grasped his shaft. Then she slowly rubbed the head against herself, enjoying the feeling and giving it enough time to get thoroughly wet. She had taken larger cocks, but he was up there in size and she knew that plenty of lube was her key to really enjoying the experience. When she felt she had gotten his cock wet enough, she pressed his head against her tight hole and slowly she began to wiggle herself down, allowing him to enter. A soft groan slipped from her throat as the head popped within, slowly followed by the thick, veiny shaft.Only when she finally felt her ass begin to press against his body, did she finally breathe out and just waited, feeling him within her.  Phil then slid both his hands upward. Very slowly, his manly hands slid around her ass. Then he slid them forward to her navel, sliding one finger into her tender dimple. She had goosebumps for a moment, and he waited until her body calmed. Then  he resumed his slow upward journey, maintaining a contstant firm contact along her narrow waist.Mel rested her back on Phil's chest. Tucking her head on one of his shoulders, she leaned her head alongside his.Finally, his hands slid up, under her tits. He turned his wrists to cup each of her tits, and her ass continued to gyrate on his lap. Her cunt continued to c

This quarter's featured guest, Dr. Carolyn Luther, Professional Veterinary Affairs Senior Manager, East Region at Hill's Pet Nutrition, shares her fascinating career journey from equine practice to small animal medicine to leadership roles within the animal health industry. You'll hear honest insights on mentorship, calculated risk-taking, and how unexpected pivots can lead to deeply fulfilling work. It is a great conversation for practical guidance and inspiration for those exploring career transitions, and you won't want to miss it!Thank you to our podcast partner Hill's Pet Nutrition! You can find more information about Hill's Pet Nutrition at Hill's Pet Nutrition - Dog & Cat Food Transforming Lives and Hill's Vet - Veterinary Health Research, Practice Management Resources.Remember, we want to hear from you! Please be sure to subscribe to our feed on Apple Podcasts and leave us a rating and review. You can also contact us at MVLpodcast@avma.org.Follow us on social media @AVMAVets #MyVetLife #MVLPodcast

In this grounded and deeply moving episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson speaks with Christine Doran, founder of Triple H Ranch in the Chicago area — a rare ecosystem that combines a full‑scale horse rescue with equine‑assisted work for humans.Christine shares how her path into this work began as a teenager through a moment of spiritual clarity, and how that calling evolved into more than two decades of frontline work with abused, neglected, and discarded horses. Rather than separating rescue from therapy, Christine describes an integrated model where horses are not “fixed and then used,” but supported as whole beings whose own healing journey becomes part of the therapeutic relationship.Together, Rupert and Christine explore what it means to witness suffering without becoming hardened, how faith, humility, and structure play a role in sustainable rescue work, and why some of the deepest lessons in equine‑assisted practice come from horses with the hardest pasts.This episode is an honest look at abuse that still exists in modern America, the quiet heroism of long‑term rescue work, and the possibility of creating true second chances — for horses and for people.If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome

HITM: In our Home for Every Horse segment Kelley Stobie of Caribbean Thoroughbred Aftercare Inc. tells us about the amazing work they are doing to help OTTBs in the Islands. Auditor Jamo Sams joins us for her annual report on the Ice Castle in New Hampshire, we get an update on Lisa's movie and talk about things no one else has done. Listen in…Auditor Post Show: We meet Auditor Andrew Vernatter. HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3882 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreGuest Co-Host: Lisa Wysocky, author of the Cat Enright MysteriesTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Kelley Stobie, the Co-Founder, and Executive Director of Caribbean Thoroughbred Aftercare Inc.Guest: Jamo Sams, with her annual visit about working on the Ice Castle in NHAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:00:40 – Lisa's Tennessee ice storm06:14 – Daily Whinnies07:44 – Lisa's movie update & casting discussion14:31 – Caribbean Thoroughbred Aftercare interview (Kelly)34:29 – Ice castles interview (Jamo Sams)47:59 – “One thing no one else has done” auditor stories1:03:00 – Auditor post show: meet Andrew (WV), horses & life

Dr. Wendy Ying sits down with HRN founder Glenn the Geek to explain Laser Therapy and its many applications.Host: Coach JennTodays contributors: Horses In The Morning, Dr. Wendy YingAdvertise on Horse Radio Network podcastsAdditional support for this episode provided by HRN AuditorsListen to more podcasts for horse people at Horse Radio Network

HITM: In our Home for Every Horse segment Kelley Stobie of Caribbean Thoroughbred Aftercare Inc. tells us about the amazing work they are doing to help OTTBs in the Islands. Auditor Jamo Sams joins us for her annual report on the Ice Castle in New Hampshire, we get an update on Lisa's movie and talk about things no one else has done. Listen in…Auditor Post Show: We meet Auditor Andrew Vernatter. HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3882 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreGuest Co-Host: Lisa Wysocky, author of the Cat Enright MysteriesTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Kelley Stobie, the Co-Founder, and Executive Director of Caribbean Thoroughbred Aftercare Inc.Guest: Jamo Sams, with her annual visit about working on the Ice Castle in NHAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:00:40 – Lisa's Tennessee ice storm06:14 – Daily Whinnies07:44 – Lisa's movie update & casting discussion14:31 – Caribbean Thoroughbred Aftercare interview (Kelly)34:29 – Ice castles interview (Jamo Sams)47:59 – “One thing no one else has done” auditor stories1:03:00 – Auditor post show: meet Andrew (WV), horses & life

Dr. Wendy Ying sits down with HRN founder Glenn the Geek to explain Laser Therapy and its many applications.Host: Coach JennTodays contributors: Horses In The Morning, Dr. Wendy YingAdvertise on Horse Radio Network podcastsAdditional support for this episode provided by HRN AuditorsListen to more podcasts for horse people at Horse Radio Network

Show SummaryOn this episode, we have a conversation Today we're having a conversation with Jesse Gould, founder of the Heroic Hearts Project and a former Army Ranger, about what it means for veterans to heal when traditional systems don't have all the answers. Heroic Hearts works with leading medical researchers to improve veterans access to psychedelic programs for the treatment of PTSD.Provide FeedbackAs a dedicated member of the audience, we would like to hear from you. If you PsychArmor has helped you learn, grow, and support those who've served and those who care for them, we would appreciate hearing your story. Please follow this link to share how PsychArmor has helped you in your service journey Share PsychArmor StoriesAbout Today's GuestJesse Gould is Founder and President of the Heroic Hearts Project, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit pioneering psychedelic therapies for military veterans. After being deployed as an Army Ranger in Afghanistan three times, he founded the Heroic Hearts Project in 2017 to spearhead the acceptance and use of ayahuasca therapy as a means of addressing the current mental health crisis among veterans. The Heroic Hearts Project has raised over $350,000 in scholarships from donors including Dr. Bronner's and partnered with the world's leading ayahuasca treatment centers, as well as sponsoring psychiatric applications with the University of Colorado Boulder and the University of Georgia.  Jesse helps shape treatment programs and spreads awareness of plant medicine as a therapeutic method. He has spoken globally about psychedelics and mental health, and received accolades including being recognized as one of the Social Entrepreneurs To Watch For In 2020 by Cause Artist. Driven by a mission to help military veterans struggling with mental trauma, he is best known for his own inspiring battle with PTSD and his recovery through ayahuasca therapy. Jesse's work can be seen and heard at NY Times, Breaking Convention, San Francisco Psychedelic Liberty Summit, People of Purchase, The Freq, Psychedelics Today Podcast, Kyle Kingsbury Podcast, Cause Artist, and The GrowthOp. Links Mentioned During the EpisodeHeroic Hearts Project WebsiteThe Veterans Guide to Psychedelics on AmazonThe Veteran's Field Manual for Psychedelics on Amazon PsychArmor Resource of the WeekThis week's PsychArmor Resource of the Week the PsychArmor Veteran Ready program. This program offers a short, self-paced online training experience that builds foundational understanding of military culture and practical skills for supporting Veterans, service members, and their families with respect and confidence. Large organizations like the Coast Guard Chief Petty Officers Association can partner with PsychArmor to provide this military-cultural education to their members, helping teams, departments, and entire workforces become more Veteran Ready and better connected to the military-connected community.. You can find the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/pages/veteran-ready Episode Partner: Are you an organization that engages with or supports the military affiliated community? Would you like to partner with an engaged and dynamic audience of like-minded professionals? Reach out to Inquire about Partnership Opportunities Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on XPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

Episode Notes: *** Complete our short survey by Wednesday, March 11, 2026 to be entered for a chance to win Standlee free product coupons and some fun Standlee swag – https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/btb2026podcast ***_______________________________On this episode of the Feeding Fumbles & Fixes series of Beyond the Barn, host Katy Starr chats with Dr. Kelly Vineyard, PhD equine nutritionist, to break down four simple, practical ways to stretch your hay supply without sacrificing your horse's nutrition, including:Why two hay programs that look identical on paper can produce very different outcomes by the end of the seasonA simple management change that research shows can protect a surprising amount of the hay you already pay forThe overlooked planning step that can turn hay from a seasonal stressor into one of the most predictable parts of your feeding programDr. Vineyard also shares real-world math examples, research-backed insights, and practical tips horse owners can implement immediately, whether you manage one horse or an entire herd.

Ever wondered what your horse is thinking? Step into the profound world of telepathic animal communication and discover a deeper bond with your equine companion as we're joined by Ditte Young, sharing insights from her new book What The Horse Whispers: A Deeper Understanding of the Horse's Mind and Heart.Moments with Marianne airs in the Southern California area on KMET1490AM & 98.1 FM, an ABC Talk News Radio Affiliate!  https://www.kmet1490am.comDitte Young is an internationally renowned telepath, licensed therapist, animal communicator, clairvoyant, intuitive coach, and bestselling author who has dedicated her life to expanding human understanding of consciousness, connection, and communication, both seen and unseen. Featured on The Telepathy Tapes, Netflix, TEDx, The Money Heist, and MTV Radio, Ditte has been showcasing her expertise in animal telepathy and intuitive communication. Born with a rare sensitivity to the spiritual world, Ditte possesses a unique ability to practice telepathy with remarkable speed and clarity.  She has taught her methods to thousands of people around the world, helping individuals connect more deeply with themselves, their children, and their animals. Through her books and global work, Ditte continues to empower others to trust their intuition, understand behavior on a deeper level, and live more connected, authentic lives. https://ditteyoung.comOrder you copy today! https://a.co/d/cYs5i8R For more show information visit: https://www.mariannepestana.com/

Presented by TwinSpires West Point Thoroughbreds Terry Finley discusses the return of their champion filly Super Corredora, trainer Jeff Mullins talks about the return of his Grade 1 winner Intrepido in the Robert B. Lewis, Daily Racing Form's Brad Free previews all of the storylines on Santa Anita's Saturday card. Former NFL Quarterback Jake Delhomme joins us to talk about his big horse, Touchuponastar, and give some Superbowl predictions, and trainer Whit Beckman joins us for this week's Kentucky Bred Conversation presented by the KTDF & KBIF. Plus, Kevin Kilroy gives you three races to watch in this week's 'TwinSpires Triple Play', Kurt Becker takes you on a weekly 'Stroll Through Racing History' presented by Keeneland, we look at the top ranked Derby hopefuls in 'Calling All Three-Year-Olds' with Bobby Neuman presented by Spendthrift, and Dale Romans & Tim Wilkin tackle the sports hottest topics on 'I Ask, They Answer' presented by the University of Louisville Equine Industry Program in the College of Business. 

In this episode, Charlie Barton, BVetMed, MS, DACVS-LA, joined us to discuss equine joint health and healing. They discussed biologics, gene therapy, emerging joint therapies, and more.This episode of Disease Du Jour is brought to you by Equithrive.Use promo code DUJOUR to get 20% off your first order, plus free shipping at Equithrive.com.GUESTS AND LINKS - EPISODE 175:Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com)Guest: Dr. Charlie BartonPodcast Website: Disease Du JourThis episode of Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to you by Equithrive.Connect with the Host: Carly Sisson (Digital Content Manager) of EquiManagement | Email Carly (CSisson@equinenetwork.com)

HITM: Our mystery guest today is someone that everyone that has been to Rolex has seen, and only a few know his name. We hear about a new Wintec saddle and we help Jamie pick a breed for her next horse and some mighty weird news. Listen in…Auditor Post Show: Really random short post show.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3877 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Mystery GuestProduct Highlight: New Wintec Saddle - Wintec 500 HBAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:02:19 - New World screwworm in Florida06:56 - Daily Whinnies08:12 - Jamie horse shopping13:44 - Florida racing decoupling bill17:28 - Mystery guest tease20:00 - Reveal: Mystery guest23:17 - Queen Elizabeth story35:45 - Trending horse breeds list45:27 - Weird News58:48 - Auditor Post Show

HITM: Our mystery guest today is someone that everyone that has been to Rolex has seen, and only a few know his name. We hear about a new Wintec saddle and we help Jamie pick a breed for her next horse and some mighty weird news. Listen in…Auditor Post Show: Really random short post show.HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3877 – Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm & Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: Chewy EquineGuest: Mystery GuestProduct Highlight: New Wintec Saddle - Wintec 500 HBAdditional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTimestamps:02:19 - New World screwworm in Florida06:56 - Daily Whinnies08:12 - Jamie horse shopping13:44 - Florida racing decoupling bill17:28 - Mystery guest tease20:00 - Reveal: Mystery guest23:17 - Queen Elizabeth story35:45 - Trending horse breeds list45:27 - Weird News58:48 - Auditor Post Show

In this episode, Dr. Erica Lacher and show host Justin Long talk about the wide variety of diagnostic tools that veterinarians use, what information they provide, and how veterinarians decide the best diagnostic options on a limited budget. Topics include imaging, blood tests, and more!