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In Stride
Daniel Clasing: Building Better Riders, Horses, and Courses

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2025 91:55


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by course designer and 5* event rider Daniel Clasing.   Daniel Clasing is an American event rider who began competing seriously at age 13 and earned early successes, including a team bronze medal at the 2002 NAYRC CCI* and a win at the 2002 Virginia CCI*. He rode his longtime upper-level partner Houston to double clear cross-country rounds at Rolex Kentucky Three‑Day Event in 2013 and 2014, finishing just outside the top twenty in each. In addition to his riding career, he holds a licensed “r” grade cross-country course designer credential. He and his wife, Kaitlin, run a full-service training and coaching business, Clasing Equestrian, located in Lovettsville, Virginia.  Daniel reflects on his career and shares his perspective on where the sport of eventing is headed, including:  • How his early exposure to horses sparked his passion and set him on the path toward a career in eventing  • The systems and philosophies he follows when starting and developing young horses  • Why thoughtful cross-country course design at the lower levels is essential for building the foundation horses and riders need to progress safely and confidently  • How cross-country questions have evolved over the years, and what those changes mean for the future  Join Daniel and Sinead as they look at where eventing has been, where it's going, and how the sport can keep moving in the right direction. 

Olympics Daily
Ciarán Murphy on why hurling and the Irish language have a similar struggle

Olympics Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2025 53:18


The Irish language and hurling should be accessible and a source of joy to many. Has this always been the case? Is it even the case now? Or are they ring-fenced? Taught in specific environments - school and GAA clubs that happen to offer hurling, which are not so plentiful in much of the country?But what could happen if the language and game of hurling were not restricted to these environments? How could they begin to thrive if attempts to make them more widely available were backed rather than thwarted?These are some of the questions tackled by Ciarán Murphy of the Second Captains in his new book, Old Parish, where he takes up hurling in his early 40s.Today, he chats with Sinead about the humbling effects of competitive hurling, and the life-affirming adventure of returning to his father's club in the Waterford Gaeltacht to live, write and hurl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Stride
Alyssa Phillips: Good Vibes & Big Results in Eventing

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2025 67:25


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by top event rider Alyssa Phillips.  Alyssa Phillips is an American event rider based in Ocala, Florida, where she owns and operates her training and competition program. A product of the U.S. eventing development pathway and longtime student of Olympic-level rider Jennie Brannigan, Alyssa has produced multiple horses to the top of the sport. She earned a marquee career victory aboard her Holsteiner gelding Oskar at the 2021 Land Rover Kentucky CCI4*-S and was selected to represent the United States in multiple FEI Nations Cup competitions. In 2024, Alyssa was a member of the U.S. Nations Cup teams that earned second-place finishes at both CHIO Aachen and the Millstreet International CCIO4*-S, further establishing herself as one of the country's most exciting rising stars in international eventing.   Alyssa reflects on her journey in high-performance eventing and the mindset that keeps her grounded, including:  • What she learned from stepping into the ride on a horse developed by another rider, and how she built trust, communication, and confidence in that partnership • The training philosophies and principles passed down from her mentors that shaped her approach to producing top event horses  • How she balances ambition with joy to keep the sport fun, sustainable, and in harmony with real life  • The thoughtful conditioning strategies she uses to build fitness and confidence for the toughest cross-country tracks  Join Alyssa and Sinead for an inspiring conversation with one of the sport's most exciting young professionals about staying steady under pressure and thriving in the pursuit of excellence. 

Olympics Daily
Why the loss of Irish journalism jobs is bad news for sports fans

Olympics Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2025 49:02


Gav and Sinead discuss the events of last week, when there were yet more job losses in Irish sports journalism.This will affect sports fans in a number of ways, from there being fewer experienced people to hold organisations and individuals to account, to less depth and quality in the coverage of sport.Why are some media organisations laying off their most seasoned journalists? Why is there less money in the fourth estate nowadays? How did the internet change the game and why did so many newspapers and websites fall foul of social media algorithm changes?The pair ponder what's next for the industry and Sinead explains why the future for media firms could be a return to more traditional journalistic practices. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Stride
Lehua Custer: Building Grand Prix Partnerships with Heart and Intention

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 84:52


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Grand Prix dressage rider Lehua Custer.  Lehua Custer is an accomplished dressage rider and trainer who grew up in Hawaii. A longtime student of Olympic medalist and Hall of Fame horsewoman Hilda Gurney, Lehua has produced and ridden multiple horses to the FEI levels. She is best known for developing Fortunato H2O, who went on to excel in international para-dressage with U.S. rider Roxanne Trunnell, contributing to a global team podium finish. Lehua also developed and competed the talented Dutch Warmblood gelding FJ Ramzes to the Grand Prix level, earning strong results in national and CDI competition. Early in her career, Lehua received the prestigious Carol Lavell Advanced Dressage Prize Grant, which helped accelerate her rise in the high-performance ranks.   Lehua reflects on her career and the influential horses who shaped it, including:  • How training under Olympic medalist Hilda Gurney molded her foundation and mindset as a professional  • The journey of Fortunato H2O “Tuna,” from his early development to his rise as a top para-dressage horse with Roxanne Trunnell  • Her partnership with FJ Ramzes and the incredible opportunities that came from developing him to the Grand Prix level  • How prioritizing physical strength and fitness transformed not only her riding, but her confidence and clarity as a trainer  Join Lehua and Sinead for an inspiring conversation about grit, opportunity, and the power of believing in what's possible when you fully commit to the process. 

The Honest Talk | Podcast for women
Behind the rise of women's sports with Vancouver's Sinead King

The Honest Talk | Podcast for women

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 23:29


We’re thrilled to welcome Sinead King, president of Vancouver Rise FC, to the show! From leading one of the first clubs in the Northern Super League to advocating for inclusive spaces in sports, Sinead is driving real change in women’s soccer. Tune in as she shares her journey, what excites her about the future of the game, and how she’s helping shape a lasting legacy for women in sports.

Olympics Daily
The GAA is dropping the ball on Integration

Olympics Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 54:25


Why is it so hard to integrate the GAA, Camogie Association and LGFA? Why should it cost the mooted half a billion euro to do so, and why have the leadership of the GAA been so silent on the matter to date, with the vacuum being filled by naysayers?Sinead and Gav address these and more issues around Integration, and consider how much of the €500 million project cost is down to the ‘centre of excellence culture' which implores county boards to invest more and more money on land and facilities for players earmarked as elite.Also, the FAI have been criticised strongly for not attending Oireachtas Committees. Why not the same volume of headlines for the GAA, Camogie Association and LGFA who have so far not engaged with elected representatives in public despite an invitation to attend Leinster House this month? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ologies with Alie Ward
Bonus Episode: COCKROACH MILK with Joshua Benoit and Sinead English

Ologies with Alie Ward

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 27:51


Cockroach milk for Spooktober. STAY HERE. Don't tell me you like haunted houses and slasher films but can't listen to a lovely conversation about how cockroaches make milk to feed their young. It's one of the most nutritious substances on Earth, and I own some. Sort of. Coem along for a brief and enthralling discussion from two researchers, Dr. Joshua Benoit and Dr. Sinead English, all about why and how some insects give live birth and nurse their young. What does it taste like? Will we replicate it for barista use? And why didn't I get to eat any on TV? Watch Alie with bugs on her Tonight Show segmentBlattodeology (COCKROACHES) episode with Dr. Dominic EvangelistaLearn about Dr. Josh Benoit's lab and Dr. Sinead English's labMore cockroach sources and linksOther episodes you may enjoy: Spooktober: Topics to Startle and Love, Entomology (INSECTS), Mantodeology (PRAYING MANTISES), Odonatology (DRAGONFLIES), Discard Anthropology (GARBAGE), Forest Entomology (CREEPY CRAWLIES), Disgustology (REPULSION TO GROSS STUFF), Fearology (FEAR), Entomophagy Anthropology (EATING BUGS), Speleology (CAVES)400+ Ologies episodes sorted by topicSmologies (short, classroom-safe) episodesSponsors of OlogiesTranscripts and bleeped episodesBecome a patron of Ologies for as little as a buck a monthOlogiesMerch.com has hats, shirts, hoodies, totes!Follow Ologies on Instagram and BlueskyFollow Alie Ward on Instagram and TikTokProduced by Mercedes Maitland of Maitland Audio ProductionsEditing by Mercedes Maitland and Jake ChaffeeManaging Director: Susan HaleScheduling Producer: Noel DilworthTranscripts by Aveline Malek Website by Kelly R. DwyerTheme song by Nick Thorburn Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In Stride
Rebecca Hart: A Para-Dressage Rider's Path to Gold

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 80:29


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by five-time Paralympian Rebecca Hart.  Rebecca Hart is a U.S. Paralympic dressage rider from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, now based in Wellington, Florida. Born with hereditary spastic paraplegia, a condition that causes progressive weakness and paralysis from the mid-back down, she has represented Team USA at five Paralympic Games: Beijing 2008, London 2012, Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, and Paris 2024. Riding Floratina, she earned individual gold medals in both the Championship and Freestyle tests in Paris and helped secure team gold for the U.S. She also won a team bronze medal at the Tokyo Games with her horse El Corona Texel.   Rebecca reflects on her journey as a para-dressage athlete and the obstacles she's overcome along the way, including:  • How she first found horses, discovered dressage, and built her early foundation in the sport  • The challenges she's faced throughout her career and the importance of advocating for herself along the way  • How horses helped her redefine her identity, from being labeled as disabled to seeing herself as an athlete  • The journey to Paris with Floratina and what it meant to achieve gold medals and feel she had truly “made it”  Join Rebecca and Sinead for a powerful conversation about resilience, self-belief, and the unwavering passion that drives success in and out of the arena.  

Introvert Biz Growth Podcast
Emphatic Leadership

Introvert Biz Growth Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 32:52


In this episode of The Humane Marketing Podcast, I sit down with Sinead Rafferty to explore what leadership looks like for empaths and highly sensitive people in today's fast and complex world. We talk about why empathy is a vital strength in leadership, how the old myths of authority and “loud voices” are giving way to more human-centered approaches, and what unique gifts empaths bring to the table. Sinead also shares the inspiration behind the Empathic Leadership Summit and how themes like self-leadership, professional leadership, and purposeful leadership weave together. If you've ever doubted whether you're a leader, this conversation will help you see leadership through a more humane, grounded, and empowering lens. In this episode we discussed: What leadership means today, in a world that feels so fast, complex, and often overwhelming Why empathy is such a vital part of leadership — both personally and professionally How the idea that leadership requires titles, authority, or being “the loudest in the room” is shifting The unique strengths highly sensitive people and empaths bring to leadership — and why they matter The biggest myths about leadership that deserve to be debunked The inspiration behind the Empathic Leadership Summit, held on Oct 21st – 23rd How the three themes of Self-Leadership, Professional Leadership, and Purposeful Leadership weave together What Purposeful Leadership means to Sinead, and how participants can experience it during the summit Watch this episode on YouTube --- Ep220  Speaker 2: hello, humane marketers. welcome back to the humane marketing podcast. the place to be for the generation of marketers that cares. this is a show where we talk about running your business in a way that feels good to you, is aligned with your values, and also resonates with today's conscious customers because it's humane, ethical, and non pushy. i'm sarah senecroce, your hippie turned business and marketing coach for quietly rebellious entrepreneurs and change makers, and renegade author of marketing like we're human, selling like we're human, and my new book, business like we're human. twice per year, i host my signature program, the marketing like we're human, aka the client resonator program live. in a deep dive into the seven p's of the humane marketing mandala, you will learn to market from within. this program is for you if you want and need to get more clients, but want to share your message in an ethical and humane way. you want to make a difference with your work. you are just starting out or have been in business for a while, but haven't really found the marketing activities that work for you, or you are pivoting your business from business as usual to your life's work and want to radically change the way you get clients. find out more at humane.marketing forward slash program. marketing like we're human runs usually in late january and february and june. and if you feel like you're already doing a good job with the marketing, but it's the selling that you're struggling with, i'm now adding a new program called how to sell in 2026 and beyond. this will also run twice per year in an intimate cohort to get the most out of it. find out more about this program at humane.marketing/howtosell. this program usually runs in april and november. and if you prefer one on one support from me, my humane business coaching could be just what you need. whether it's for your marketing, your sales, general business building, or help with your big idea like creating a group program or writing a book, i'd love to share my brain and my heart with you together with my almost twenty years business experience and help you grow a sustainable business that's joyful and sustainable. if you love this podcast, wait until i show you my mama bear qualities as my one on one client. you can find out more about that at humane.marketing/coaching. thank you so much for letting me share my offerings with excitement. and now onto the show.  Speaker 3: hello, friends. welcome back to another episode. today's conversation fits under the p of personal power. if you're a regular here, you know that i'm organizing the conversations around the seven p's of the humane marketing mandala. and if you're new here and you don't know what i'm talking about, well, you can download your one page marketing plan with the humane marketing version of the seven p's of marketing at humane.marketing/ one page. that's the number one and the word page. and this comes with seven email prompts to really help you reflect on these different p's for your business. today, i'm speaking to sinead rafferty about empathic leadership. before i tell you a bit more about sinead, allow me to mention that i'm still booking human conversations in my serene garden. these are terms that i'm using in the selling like we're human book. and if you've looked at the sales page of the program, how to sell in 2026 and beyond, uh, that you can find at humane.marketing/howtosell. and if you're interested in selling more in 2026, who isn't, but also really want to sell differently, then let's have a chat to find out if this is the right fit for you at this time. we start on november 13, and it will be a small and safe group and a beta round for this first edition. okay. back to the show. so sinead rafferty is a career and alignment coach on a mission to empower highly sensitive people, hsps, empaths, deep thinkers, and divergent minds to thrive in life, work, and leadership. her alignment coaching brings identity, energy, and purpose into harmony so clients can live and lead authentically. from that foundation, she integrates career and business strategy, turning inner clarity into practical roadmap for meaningful contribution and growth. with over seventeen years experience in personal development, leadership, and business strategy, sinead combines empathy and intuition, psychology and innovative coaching techniques to guide clients in turning sensitivity and their natural skills into powerful assets for authentic leadership and purposeful impact. sinead lives on ireland's northwest coast with her husband and two children, loves travel, music, and wild winter walks by the atlantic. here's what we talked about in this episode. what leadership means today in a world that feels so fast, complex, and often overwhelming. why empathy is such a vital part of leadership, both personally and professionally. how the idea that leadership requires titles, authority, or being the loudest in the room is shifting. the unique strengths highly sensitive people and empaths bring to leadership and why they matter. the biggest myths about leadership that deserve to be debunked. the inspiration behind the empathic leadership summit, which is held on october 21 till twenty third. and how the three themes of self leadership, professional leadership, and purposeful leadership weave together, and finally, what purposeful leadership means to sinead and how participants can experience it during the summit. i'll be talking about business like we're human on day two. that is all about professional leadership. so i really hope you will join us for this empathic leadership summit. you can sign up at humane.marketing/leadershipsummit. but now without further ado, let's listen to sinead and i talking about empathic leadership.  Speaker 0: shanae, it's so good to see you and have you on the podcast. welcome.  Speaker 1: thank you, sarah. such an honor to be here, honestly. thanks a million.  Speaker 0: yeah. it's so good. and we're collaborating on something. right? and so i thought, well, why not have you on the podcast and talk about empathic leadership? because that's the the topic of this episode, and it's also the topic, um, um, and the title of your upcoming summit. and i mentioned that in the intro and we'll mention it again because we really invite people to join us for these conversations that i think are so key right now. but let's dive in. uh, and yeah, let me ask you first, like, what does leadership mean to you given, you know, the current world situation? and then what does empathic leadership mean?  Speaker 1: well, it's a good question. i think it's important that we ask ourselves, what is the definition of leadership? you know? um, and i think what we're witnessing on the world stage today, um, means it's even more important that we ask that question, you know? um, i believe that leadership is, or at least i hope it is moving towards something that is more about connection than it is about control. um, you know, the ability to hold space for people in a very complex scenario, a complex world that we live in. you know? i think that's really important. um, and the only way to do that is to is to feed empathy through. so so that leadership, um, is redefined with empathy at its core. you know, that it becomes completely normal, that empathy is there at its core. and that begins with self awareness. it begins with knowing our own values and our own energy and our own purpose. um, so we can come from a grounded place. and then it's about humanity, isn't it? i mean, ultimately, it's about humanity. it's about recognizing that people thrive when they feel safe, psychologically safe, when they see when they feel seen and heard, um, and not just managed. you know? um, it's so important that we're leaders in our own lives, that we can make our own decisions because i think that it's the habits in our own lives. you know, we're so drawn in by social media and things like that. and those daily habits are what that's feeding into keeping the wrong people in charge.  Speaker 0: do you  Speaker 1: know what i mean? so it definitely starts with self leadership. you know?  Speaker 0: yes. yeah. i love that. yeah. and i think what you brought up there is this topic of sovereignty. right? the self leadership, sovereignty, and and and why that is so important right now. and i like how you said we don't wanna be managed. yeah. that's exactly how it feels like. it feels like we're, you know, a bunch of sheep being somehow managed to do this, do that. and and we've yeah. we just are tired of that. but that means that, yeah, we need to come from this inner awareness and this inner sovereignty, uh, and and not just show up as sheep. right? because i think there there is that as well, people who just are so used to be managed. and then there's, uh, people like the people that we're trying to attract to the summit who are ready to step into leadership, whether that is self leadership or or purposeful leadership out there. um, when you talk about empathy, why why is empathy so so key in today's world? and and why, you know, i i think that's not what we're seeing as an example  Speaker 1: opposed to to us sensitives, you know, or us empaths. um, but what empathy does, it it it connects to your needs and your motivations and your values. so that's like for yourself and for others. so it connects you to other people. and in doing that, i think it creates a sense of inclusion where people feel heard and they feel understood. and from there, you can build trust with people. and from there, you can build productivity and success. i mean, there's study after study that shows that the more trust and the more inclusion and the more safety people feel in the workplace, the more engagement that the companies get, uh, and then the more successful they become. um, so it's there. like, the evidence is there. it drives performance if that's what your priority is. um, it shows that the teams led with empathy are more engaged. they're more resilient. they're more innovative. you know? like, the writings on the walls, i don't know why it's disappeared. it's the foundation of relationships without a doubt, um, because without empathy, leadership, as you say, is kind of transactional, isn't it, instead of being for the people. so it's like that, you know, the sheep are following and the leader is just doing whatever they want. i mean, that doesn't make any sense at all for the people. you know? so hopefully, we're, as a collective, waking up to that. you know? because if you think about leadership without empathy, um, you're ignoring people's values. you're ignoring people's motivations, and you're ignoring their needs. um, and if you do that for long enough, what happens to the people? you you know what i mean? they begin to revolt, i hope. and i think that's maybe what we're beginning to see globally.  Speaker 0: hopefully. yes. yeah. mhmm. yeah. yeah. exactly. it's like when we're watching the world stage, we have a really hard time finding empathy and leadership. and and also, um, i was just referring to an email exchange i i had with someone when i shared the summit. they wrote back it was miriam who wrote back to me and said, you know, it's interesting that leadership to me just kind of, like, meant male and very authoritarian. right?  Speaker 1: yeah. there you go.  Speaker 0: that's that's, uh, kind of like how we've grown up, uh, to think of leaders. uh, they're they're male and they're very, you know, aggressive and and, yeah, authoritarian. and so it is time for us to redefine leadership, i really think. and and and just adding that little word, empathic, in front of it, well, that that says it all. yeah. it does. it says  Speaker 1: it all, and it actually brings it. you know, i i kind of sometimes say this isn't rocket science. it's human nature, and it brings people back to just being human, um, instead of being so influenced by by the the crazy narrative that people are being fed. you know? mhmm. so, definitely, i mean, it's it's interesting to hear that from miriam, um, because it's true. there's that sense of, like, well, there's only a certain character perhaps or temperament can be a leader.  Speaker 0: mhmm. you  Speaker 1: know, kind of there's a bravado to it perhaps or it's loud or extroverted only, you know, and that couldn't be farther from the truth.  Speaker 0: yeah. yeah. so if we think about empaths and highly sensitive and and neurodivergent, uh, people, it it does feel like there's not enough role models. because, you know, you take elon musk. yeah. he might be neurodivergent, but he's the opposite of an empath. right? and so, uh, it can be intimidating to kind of feel yeah. feel called into leadership because of the wrong role models. so how how do you see this changing and what yeah. what's the conversation that needs to be had?  Speaker 1: well, i think, you know, a lot of the work that i do with with highly sensitive and empaths is the first step is self validation. so a lot of hsps, highly sensitive people and empaths, have grown up, um, feeling that they're they're wrong somehow, that they're weaker somehow. so we need to change that belief. we need to validate the incredible skills that we have and recognize them as being that bit different to that traditional bravado loud leader. you know? yeah. like, the skills that are there innately. you know? authenticity, sensitivity, adaptability, empathy, all come so naturally, um, that it's just about having that little bit of courage to be seen, that courage to find your voice, to be able to offer these incredible innate skills that we have. and they're plentiful. you know? and this is why i always kind of include neurodiversity in the conversation because neurodiversity is everyone. so that includes hsps and empaths, which is my focus. right? but we are wired differently, so we come under that umbrella as well. everyone does. um, so, like, what we're offering in terms of, you know, cultural sensitivity or attention to detail or, um, the vision and depth we bring to the conversation, you know, we naturally create the psychological safety that people need. like, it's all there already. i think we just have to find that courage to step up if we can.  Speaker 0: yeah. yeah. courage is a big word. right? yeah. because it it does yeah. it does need a lot of bravery to, yeah, to step up and speak up. and i think it it helps to know that you're not alone. uh, and and that's why a summit is is great. right? to feel like, oh,  Speaker 1: i'm not  Speaker 0: the only hsp. i'm not the only empath who who feels this inner calling because oftentimes as hsps, we we really want to work on impact. right? but it's it's sometimes, like, there's a lot of ambition and there's not always the energy, uh, because a lot of times, you know, we need to really learn how to balance our energy. but to have a group together who's like, no, but we can do it and we can do it in a different way, in a maybe more gentler, quieter way. uh, yeah, that's just really, really encouraging.  Speaker 1: yeah. a 100%. like the sense of community is, is so important in this summit. you know, it's about bringing people together and it's about building momentum year on year. i've kind of committed in my head to an annual event so that we can grow that network and grow that community. um, and just to pick up on what you said, like, the work that i do, i base it on kind of three aspects. i call it the alignment code. and one is identity and feeling empowered in who you are. one is energy flow and energy management. and then i bring in strategy. and i think what a lot of people are trying to do is jump to strategy and they don't they haven't taken the time to ground in who they are to truly empower themselves and to manage their energy flow and their state. once they've appreciated that their energy flow is different to to to what they maybe have seen all of their lives and to that neurotypical, uh, example that we've always had.  Speaker 0: yeah. i'm so glad you bring that up. i have a um, presentation coming up at the at a conference in stockholm next week or two weeks. and and i already know, uh, like, okay. this is gonna take a lot of energy, so i'm definitely not gonna attend the mingle after, you know, like, i need to, i need to somehow be able to find that quiet space and refill my batteries. but, um, i see it with my son right now. he's he's, um, autistic. and, and, you know, it's really hard. we we just found out he's in his twenties, and it's really hard for him to balance, um, you know, having fun with his friends, going out, and then being completely depleted and exhausted. and so it's something you need to learn and yeah. absolutely. sometimes you need a coach or somebody  Speaker 1: to help. you can't walk the path alone. none of us can. that's the thing. um, i refer to that as the sensitivity spiral because we kind of expect ourselves to be able to bounce back or recover or wake up kind of reset like you might see, you know, a neurotypical man, you know, who has a twenty four hour hormonal cycle. you know what i mean? it doesn't apply to everyone. and you often need to have that sense of, like, okay. what did i do yesterday? because that is gonna affect how i am today, and how i am today will feed into tomorrow. so that's a real awareness that's required. and i, you know, i would help people reach an optimal energy flow for them as an individual. no one size fits all.  Speaker 0: yeah, exactly. and, and that's hard in your twenties because all you want is to be like everybody else.  Speaker 1: yeah. oh, it's very hard in your twenties. yeah. like, i mean, i didn't have this sussed in my twenties. i know that for sure. yeah. um, and the extremes are more when you're younger, aren't they? and the the crazy nights out or whatever it might be. um, yeah. absolutely. it's it's very challenging for for for younger people. that's for sure.  Speaker 0: so let's talk about the the summit, um, a little bit. um, there's there's three main themes. and how do they what are they and how do they weave together?  Speaker 1: um, okay. so, um, i came together with my cohosts, linda bins and teresa behan, and we had a good discussion about how we can make a a summit that is sensitive, friendly, if you like. right? that is paced in such a way that isn't overwhelming, that people can choose what they want to attend on the day. they can also have the replays for a certain period of time, etcetera. so, uh, because i think sometimes when you go to a summit, it's just talk after talk after talk. and i did learn from last year, so i'm learning each year, um, that, yeah, it's better to to have less is more, basically. do you know what i mean? so yeah. we decided to have three themes for three days. and those themes are self leadership, which is day one, and that is all about, as i've said already a little bit, the foundation of everything, knowing yourself and your energy, your values, how to nourish yourself, how to manage your energy, um, and design the life that you truly want. then on day two, we're looking at professional leadership. so that's like, okay, how do we bring that to the professional settings, to the workplace, or to business? uh, reframing what leadership might look like in those settings, um, making business and the workplace more humane where you're gonna be stepping in there on day two. and then, um, purposeful leadership is day three. that's kind of the bigger picture, um, kind of like the the why of it all. so if self leadership is about self, professional leadership is about how we're doing it, and then purposeful leadership is why we're doing it. you know? why is it so important for us to do this? so that's kind of the thinking behind the three the three themes.  Speaker 0: i love that. and you're leading day three. right? purposeful leadership.  Speaker 1: yeah. yes. indeed.  Speaker 0: so what's your presentation or or, yeah, topic going to be?  Speaker 1: um, so so this is the piece about the courage. right? so my talk itself is about the courage to be seen, voice, and visibility. um, and i touch on the evolutionary kind of aspect of sensitive leaders and hsps in general. um, i've kinda been saying this for many years, uh, that your purpose, whoever you are out there listening, has meaning. your calling has meaning. your your drive, whatever drive that you have to achieve something specific, you have that drive for a reason. and i truly believe that, you know? mhmm. so i think for me, when it comes to purposeful leadership, it's kind of like looking beyond what we already know. and there's a a narrative out there around, um, the evolutionary aspect of, say, sensitivity or the evolutionary aspect of neurodiversity and the advantages to society that that different perspectives are offering up, you know. um, for example, you might have pattern recognition, more cognitive complexity, memory skills, and heightened perception, heightened sensitivity. and i believe that we're at a point where those skills need a chance to shine, you know? so that's why i try to empower my clients in recognizing those innate skills before they try to do any strategizing  Speaker 0: in terms  Speaker 1: of what they want to achieve. you know? so that's kind of what i'm covering, uh, on on day three.  Speaker 0: i love that. yeah. and and it's so true that the recognizing the uniqueness and and and also pointing out how these specific skills are so important in the time we're in right now. and that's why there's so much courage needed.  Speaker 1: right? yeah. exactly. so well put. exactly. you know, it all ties in. um, we we we need to find a way to kind of be okay with being seen. because for a lot of hsps and empaths in particular, the sense of being seen, of being visible, um, is a sense of exposure often. you know what i mean? and we don't we don't want that. we don't like that, and i relate to that personally. so it's kind of like bringing ourselves to a place of psychological safety so that we can then lead others.  Speaker 0: yeah. mm. so good. i can't wait. yeah. it's it really sounds like every day has its purpose and is very unique. yeah. yeah. i think so. what do you hope for participants to, to, to take away and come away with after the three days?  Speaker 1: so i'm kind of the eternal optimist always. right. so i just want them to feel empowered. i want them to feel like they're not alone. like you mentioned that there's a community there that we can help each other, that we can support one another and understand one another. i want them to walk away with a sense of possibility and with hope. i think we need more hope these days, right? and we we we can all do our part however small in feeding into to that hope. um, so i hope they they i hope they get a sense of clarity, a sense of confidence in their own way of leading in their own lives. i hope that they can pick up practical tools and ideas around, um, business practices, building connections, managing energy, and then the the inspire. i hope they i hope they'll be inspired. i hope that they will feel inspired, that they have a place, and that we have a role to play, um, in this crazy world today.  Speaker 0: amazing. yeah. and i hope, yeah, that they have the courage to really show up and speak up. and in my talk, i kind of specifically talk about intrepreneurs. so people in companies, but that have this entrepreneurial spirit and, and really feel like, feel called to change. uh, and so, yeah, i just really, with all my heart, hope that they will get the inspiration to to speak up and and change things.  Speaker 1: yeah. i hope so. um, yeah. i love intrapreneurs. i've worked with many of them as well. and i always love, um, the idea of, you know i always say to the entrepreneur, you know, if there's no box on the hierarchy of the company for there, then you need to aim to to aim for the day where they have to create a box for you. you know? because i had a client once where they had to create a box because they just couldn't categorize what he was able to do. um, and i was just it was such a celebration, uh, the day that he told me they've created me a  Speaker 0: new box as a priority. and i  Speaker 1: was like, yes, that's it. you know, that's impactful. that's purposeful, for sure.  Speaker 0: wonderful. well, why don't you tell people again where they can sign up the exact dates? and, and then if people listen to this, you know, after it already happened, maybe they can still sign up for the replays. they can still sign up for next year as well.  Speaker 1: yeah, exactly for next year. so this year, the format is that it's, um, free to attend with fourteen days replays, and then there is a vip upgrade if you want to have the sessions, you know, for lifetime access or whatever. um, and that includes bonuses including some time with ourselves, you know, some coaching sessions. um, so you can sign up the website itself. um, maybe we'll link it below. it's not as nifty, i suppose, as i would like it to be. um, it's empathic leadership summit, but it's it's it's there's a heyessummit.com on it. so i'll just put the link below, um, in the show notes if that's okay because i don't wanna confuse people. um, yeah. so i i really hope that people sign up, that they join us. you know, join the movement. let's redefine leadership together with empathy, um, at the heart of everything.  Speaker 0: yeah. um, yeah. it's so much more than a summit. right? and and i mentioned in the email that i sent out to my subscribers, i'm like, i'm very picky with what kind of summits i speak at. um, and what i like about this is that it really feels more like a movement. and it's also, you know, it's not overwhelming. it's three days. it's only 12 speakers. like, sometimes i get invited and there's 36 speakers. we're like crazy, crazy amount of overwhelm. so yeah.  Speaker 1: that's yeah.  Speaker 0: i'm really  Speaker 1: glad. huge level of energy when yeah.  Speaker 0: when you  Speaker 1: have things like that. and i think that as hsps, our brains just attach then, don't we? we can't quite engage because  Speaker 0: it's  Speaker 1: just it's just too much, too overwhelming. so yeah. i am honored that you were joining the empathic leadership summit, uh, an absolute honor that you're with us for that as a speaker. sarah, thank you so much.  Speaker 0: yeah. thank you. and mention also your website. people want to work, uh, directly with you.  Speaker 1: yeah. so all all the information about my work is on sineadraffertycoaching.com, rafferty.com. um, um, shayraftertycoaching.com. so on there, um, i think the best place to start is i have a free mini course. it's called embracing the gift of high sensitivity. um, and that's a really great place to start. that's where the self validation lies. so if anyone's interested, they can sign up for that.  Speaker 0: wonderful. well, i can't wait. very much look forward to it. thank you, shanay.  Speaker 1: thanks, sarah. thank you so much.  Speaker 4: i hope you got some great value from listening to this episode, and i really encourage you to step into courage. you can find out more about sinead at sineadraffertycoaching.com. and most importantly, if you're listening to this episode before 10/21/2025, do join us for the empathic leadership summit. i think it's gonna be great. you can sign up at humane.marketing/leadershipsummit. i just created a pretty link, but i'm not receiving an affiliate commission. i just really believe in sinead and this work. you find the show notes of this episode at humane.marketing/hm200andtwenty. and on this beautiful page, you'll also find a series of free offers, the humane business manifesto, as well as my two books. sorry. my three books, marketing like we're human, selling like we're human, and business like we're human. thanks so much for listening and being part of a generation of marketers who cares for yourself, your clients, and the planet. we are change makers before we are marketers. go be the change you want to see in the world. see you soon. 

That'll Teach You
Meet the Author: Sinead Moriarty

That'll Teach You

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2025 37:41


Award-winning author Sinead Moriarty joins the podcast, and we are EXCITED! We discuss the important themes and messages that Sinead's books can bring into the classroom, discover her writing process, and try to coax her into saying what's coming next. If you haven't read Sinead's books, what are you doing? Her children's novels are very accessible while still dealing with meaningful real-life issues.Follow us @thatllteachyoupodcast on Instagram and Tiktok! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Stride
Tristian Tucker: Changing the Way We Train Horses

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 71:39


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by horsemanship trainer Tristian Tucker.  Tristan Tucker grew up in Australia surrounded by horses, heavily influenced by his mother and grandfather. From a young age, he spent time alongside his mother in racing stables and progressed through pony club in novelty, jumping, and eventing disciplines. He first travelled to Europe in late 1999, where he met his lifelong mentor, Morten Thomsen. In 2011, he began competing internationally with his Grand Prix dressage horse, Grønskovlunds Marquis, and in 2012 relocated permanently to the Netherlands to further his career. In September 2015, he launched the TRT Method online training program with Dutch co-founder Conny Loonstra. The TRT Method is all about helping riders understand their horses rather than control them, trading feelings of expectation for appreciation to create more relaxed, confident partnerships. Today, from his own stable in Langenboom, Noord-Brabant, Tristan trains all levels of horses, teaches international competitors, and gives clinics around the world using his renowned TRT Method.   Tristan shares his journey and the experiences that led to the creation of his unique training approach, including:  • Growing up with horses and the influences that inspired the development of the TRT Method  • What the TRT Method is, how it works, and what makes his approach to training different from others  • How he connects his method to the world of high-performance competition  • His philosophy on teaching and guiding riders toward better communication with their horses  Join Tristan and Sinead for an insightful conversation about the TRT Method and how it helps riders build more relaxed, confident, and understanding partnerships with their horses. 

Olympics Daily
Blathnaid Raleigh on the aftermath of a rape trial and the two sides of sport

Olympics Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2025 77:33


In this week's podcast, Sinead and Gavin talk to Bláthnaid Raleigh.In July 2019, Bláthnaid was raped by Jonathan Moran at a house party in Galway. Back in their hometown of Mullingar, Bláthnaid would spend the next five years living with the effects; her attacker, unable to be identified for legal reasons, continued his life working, socialising and playing rugby, before he was jailed in July 2024.Today, Bláthnaid talks about the attack, and its devastating impact on her life and family. She also discusses sport, and how it heightened her sense of isolation following the assault. She talks about how becoming immersed in new sports in recent years has helped her to piece her life back together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Menopause and Cancer Podcast
Episode 186 - It Doesn't End When Treatment Ends - October Community Special

The Menopause and Cancer Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 41:13


This week, I'm joined by the brilliant Sinéad for an honest conversation about the ongoing reality of menopause after cancer.We talk about what it's like to navigate life after treatment — how our bodies and identities change, how frustrating it is to have to work so hard at everything (even when considering a simple supplement!), and why it's so important for others to understand that this journey doesn't just stop when the treatment ends.Sinéad also shares from her personal experience of cancer and trauma, and brings her coaching hat to offer some brilliant, practical tips on resilience.I have a feeling you'll be nodding along as you listen.Sinead is a Transformational Coach and workplace Culture Consultant. For more information or to contact Sinead go to: https://www.abetter-workplace.com/To find our events and workshops go here: https://menopauseandcancer.org/events/Get a copy of Dani's book to fins out about all your evidence-based treatment-options: https://amzn.eu/d/ddeS6ADEpisode Highlights: 00:00 Intro05:20 Cancer's Impact on Job and Confidence07:03 Adapting to Personal Change at Work12:57 Post-Cancer: Struggles Beyond Treatment14:47 Difficult Decision: Surgery and Miscarriage19:26 Questioning Resilience Vs. Overexertion25:47 Practicing Self-Compassion: A Journey30:30 Workplace Culture and Self-Compassion34:50 Adapting to Personal Change37:10 Resilience: Innate Trait or Learned Skill?Connect with us:For more information and resources visit our website: www.menopauseandcancer.org Or follow us on Instagram @menopause_and_cancerJoin our Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/menopauseandcancerchathub

Olympics Daily
Why didn't Jim Gavin stick to football?

Olympics Daily

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2025 44:53


Sinead and Gav sift through the wreckage of Jim Gavin's presidential campaign and ponder why so many people thought the former Dublin manager was a suitable candidate.Does this episode now force a reset in how we look at venerated GAA figures? Does success in football put you in any kind of stead to become President of Ireland, or to withstand the brutalities of the campaign?What next now for Gavin, a man that has seen his team dominate Gaelic football, who has reshaped the rules to breathe new life into the sport, but now faces a most public humiliation? How can he atone for the actions that ended his already beleaguered campaign?What will he do next? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Stride
Stephen Bradley: Lessons from a World-Class Eventer

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 69:44


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Olympic event rider Stephen Bradley.  Stephen Bradley is a highly respected American eventer who, in 1993, won the Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials, becoming one of only two Americans ever to do so. He also won Canada's Checkmate International CCI3* three years in a row. He is a two-time Pan American Games team gold medalist and in 1993 was named Equestrian Athlete of the Year by the U.S. Olympic Committee. Stephen also won the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event in 1996 with Dr. Dolittle. He was named to the 1992 U.S. Olympic team and has been short-listed for four additional Olympic teams as well as three U.S. World Equestrian Games teams, making him a consistent presence at the top level of the sport for more than three decades.Stephen shares his perspective on how eventing has evolved and reflects on the highlights of his successful career, including: • The most significant changes he's witnessed in the sport over the past decade  • The lessons he learned from competing at the highest level and from his various experiences along the way  • How he managed nerves and pressure in high-level competition  • His thoughts on the public perception of eventing today  Join Stephen and Sinead for an engaging conversation about the sport of eventing and the journey of a world-class competitor. 

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Great News As Sinead Gets The Stolen Wheelchair Back For Her Mam

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2025 3:39


PJ celebrates with Sinead Long who got the wheelchair and walking aid belonging to her mam back after the car it was in got stolen all with a bit of help from us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Pelvic Floor Project
115. How compression garments can help with incontinence, prolapse, diastasis, c-section, pregnancy, hysterectomy, back pain and so much more

The Pelvic Floor Project

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2025 41:35


In this episode, I discuss with Sinead O'Donovan from SRC health :The evidence based benefits of compression The feedback I receive from clientsThe quality garments SRC has developed for incontinence, prolapse, back/pelvic pain and the perinatal populationTo check out SRC products: www.srchealth.comFor 10% off your order: THEPELVICFLOORPROJECTSinead O'Donovan's professional journey began with her qualification as a Registered Nurse, specializing in ICU and Cardio Thoracic medicine and Surgery. Subsequently, she achieved a BSc Hons in Podiatry and practiced in a private setting for a decade. In 2008, she took the significant step of founding SRC Health. While recuperating in the hospital following the birth of her first child, Sinead O'Donovan, our founder, recognized the need for greater support for new mothers returning to their bustling lives. Leveraging her extensive medical and bio-mechanical expertise, she envisioned a garment that would provide comfort throughout the day while offering the necessary support for herself and other new mothers.Like all transformative ideas, this concept underwent an extended development phase to align with Sinead's original vision. Adjustments were made to the panel design, and in the pursuit of perfection, custom fabrics were created to meet the high standards set by Sinead.After two years of meticulous development and patient trials, the garment finally fulfilled all expectations. In 2008, the SRC Recovery Shorts were introduced, a unique and patented product that has since aided thousands of mothers worldwide in recovering more comfortably and savouring their time with their babies. The SRC Pregnancy range soon followed. SRC health now boasts an extensive range of medical compression garments.www.srchealth.comInstagram: @srchealthLINKS Mentioned75. Abdominal compression garments after c-section with Katie KellyTHANK YOU TO THE EPISODE SPONSORSRC Health: discount code and website: https://srchealth.com/?ref=Sto_l3PawmnH4. Discount Code: THEPELVICFLOORPROJECTIRIS: discount code and website: https://www.lovemyiris.com/ Discount Code: PELVICFLOORPROJECTThanks for joining me! Here is where you can find out how to work with me:  www.pelvicfloorprojectspace.com/mel@pelvicfloorprojectspace.comSupport the show

In Stride
Lisa Hellmer: Guiding the Future of Para Dressage

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 92:25


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation. In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by para dressage coach and Grand Prix dressage rider Lisa Hellmer. Lisa is a USDF Bronze, Silver, and Gold medal dressage trainer who runs LCH Equestrian in Ocala, Florida. She is also a Silver USEF Para Dressage Coach and served as the Para Dressage Development Coach for Team USA in 2022 and 2023. In 2010, Lisa graduated summa cum laude from Johnson & Wales University with a bachelor's degree in Equine Business Management and Riding. After graduation, she worked at The Hanoverian Verband in Germany, where she learned about the breed organization, started and trained young horses, and prepared them for inspections. It was during this time that she discovered her passion for training. Although she now specializes in dressage, Lisa's foundation includes valuable experience in eventing and show jumping.  Lisa shares her journey in the horse world and how it led her to becoming a leader in para dressage, including: • What her role as the Para Dressage Development Coach entailed and how she continues to support the sport today • How her passion for dressage, and specifically para dressage, first began • The variety of jobs she's held throughout her career and the lessons each one taught her • Why patience is essential and how giving horses time allows them to show what they're truly capable of Join Lisa and Sinead for an inspiring conversation about her path in the equestrian world and her dedication to the sport of para dressage. 

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
Thieves Stole A Car With A Wheelcahir & Walking Aid Belonging To Sinead's Mum

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 5:08


PJ talks to Sinead whose mam now can't get out around town. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line
2025-09-26 Rebecca Gets Her Vacant Housing Grant, Stolen Car Had Mum's Wheelchair, Is Shakespeare A Must For Schools & More...

Cork's 96fm Opinion Line

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2025 93:22


PJ talks to Rebecca who finally got her housing grant after talking to us Wednesday, Sinead's mum can't get around because her wheelchair was in a car that got stolen, Conor argues Shakespeare should be optional. And more... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Stride
Brendan Wise: The Path to Bridleless Riding

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2025 107:08


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation. In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by horsemanship trainer Brendan Wise.  Brendan Wise is an American rider and trainer recognized for his work in classical dressage, bridleless riding, and show jumping. He began his career in Natural Horsemanship and Western disciplines, training under John and Josh Lyons, and later founded Brendan Wise Equestrian in Fallston, Maryland, where he offers lessons, clinics, coaching, and performance work. Brendan has competed in show jumping at the National Grand Prix level and is especially known for riding his horse “Lyric” bridleless up to 1.40m in competition, proving that bridleless riding can rival traditional methods. In this episode, Brendan shares his journey in the horse world and how it ultimately led him to bridleless riding, including: • His perspective on classical vs. non-classical riding and how he applies classical principles in his training • Why prioritizing the welfare and happiness of the horse is essential, even while running a business • His path to riding and competing bridleless in the show jumping world • How and why he developed a bridleless system that trains horses to do everything a bridled horse can do Join Brendan and Sinead for an inspiring conversation about the importance of the horse–rider relationship and the ways Brendan's work honors and strengthens that connection. 

Elevate Care
Shaping the Future Workforce with International Talent with Beckie Daniel and Sinead Carbery

Elevate Care

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 27:31


In this episode of Elevate Care, Kerry dives into the critical role of international nursing in shaping integrated solutions and workforce strategies for the future. Joined by industry experts Beckie Daniel and Sinead Carbery, the discussion unpacks the challenges and opportunities in international nursing, from the pandemic's impact on staffing needs to navigating visa retrogression.The conversation highlights the ROI of international nursing, the importance of partnerships, and how domestic and international staffing can work hand-in-hand. Becky and Sinead also share insights on what makes a successful international nurse and how healthcare systems can better integrate and support these professionals. Whether you're a healthcare leader or simply curious about the future of nursing, this episode is packed with actionable insights and inspiration.Chapters00:00 – Introduction to International Nursing and Workforce Strategy02:58 – The Impact of the Pandemic on Staffing Needs06:10 – Understanding Visa Retrogression and Its Challenges08:44 – Integrating International Nurses into Workforce Strategy12:05 – The ROI of International Nursing in Healthcare15:00 – Domestic vs. International Staffing: A Complementary Approach18:00 – Qualities of a Successful International Nurse20:52 – The Importance of Partnership in International Staffing24:03 – Final Thoughts and Key TakeawaysEpisode Resources:International Recruitment WebinarNavigating the Visa Process for International NursesMyths About Visa Retrogression and Hiring International NursesThe Vital Role of International Nurses Sponsors: Learn how AMN Healthcare's workforce flexibility technology helps health systems cut costs and improve efficiency. Click here to explore the case study and discover smarter ways to manage your resources!Discover how WorkWise is redefining workforce management for healthcare. Visit workwise.amnhealthcare.com to learn more.About The Show: Elevate Care delves into the latest trends, thinking, and best practices shaping the landscape of healthcare. From total talent management to solutions and strategies to expand the reach of care, we discuss methods to enable high quality, flexible workforce and care delivery. We will discuss the latest advancements in technology, the impact of emerging models and settings, physical and virtual, and address strategies to identify and obtain an optimal workforce mix. Tune in to gain valuable insights from thought leaders focused on improving healthcare quality, workforce well-being, and patient outcomes. Learn more about the show here. Connect with Our Hosts:Kerry on LinkedInNishan on LinkedInLiz on LinkedIn Find Us On:WebsiteYouTubeSpotifyAppleInstagramLinkedInXFacebook Powered by AMN Healthcare Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dermot & Dave
Sinead Culbert On Comedy, Kids And The Curse Of The Snapchat Filter

Dermot & Dave

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2025 10:43


''Look Mammy, you're a buff rugby player''Comedian Sinead Culbert joined Dave to chat about her upcoming tour 'I'm no Superwoman'

In Stride
Shannon Brinkman: Behind the Lens of Equestrian Sport's Most Iconic Images

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 86:36


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now! In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by international sports photographer Shannon Brinkman.  Shannon Brinkman is an internationally recognized equestrian photographer with a career spanning over 30 years. Since beginning professionally in 1991, she has covered six Olympic Games, World Equestrian Games, Pan American Games, World Cup Finals, and the Kentucky Three-Day Event. Her work, known for capturing the artistry and movement of sport horses, has earned multiple international awards, including the Alltech International Alliance of Equestrian Journalists Media Award for Photography and honors in the FEI Solidarity World Photo Grand Prix.  In this episode, Shannon reflects on her career and passion for photographing sport horses, including: • How she first discovered photography and found her way into the equestrian world • The ways she stays inspired and creative behind the camera • What a typical competition week looks like for her and her team • The influence she hopes her images have across different equestrian communities Join Shannon and Sinead for an engaging conversation about her journey, her artistry, and the lasting impact of her work in the world of sport horses. 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast
Tik Maynard Talks Fatherhood, The Equestrian World, His New Book & More 

The Art of Fatherhood Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 33:55


Tik Maynard stops by to talk about his fatherhood journey. He shares the values he is looking to instill into his kids. We talk about the life lessons his kids have taught him. After that we chat about his new book, Starting in the Middle How Horses, Those Who Study Them, and 265 Minutes with One Colt Helped Me Find Myself at Midlife. He shares stories about his experience in the equestrian world. Lastly, we finish the interview with the Fatherhood Quick Five.  About Tik Maynard  Tik is the son of Rick and Jennifer Maynard. Rick was an international Three-Day Event rider in the 70's. After that he became a Grand Prix Show jumper, and the Maynard family would travel to Spruce Meadows every summer. Rick still rides and coaches in Southland's, Vancouver, Canada. Jen was a Grand Prix Dressage rider and is a four star Para Dressage judge. Tik's parents also authored a book on horse photography, Horses In Focus, published by Half Halt Press. Tik's family in Vancouver run Southland's Heritage Farm.  Maynard lives with his wife Sinead, a top American eventer, and their two children in Citra, Florida, where they run Copperline Farm. Pick up Tik's book, Starting in the Middle How Horses, Those Who Study Them, and 265 Minutes with One Colt Helped Me Find Myself at Midlife wherever you purchase books. Make sure you follow Tik on Instagram at @tikmaynardcompany. In addition, go to his website at copperlineequestrian.com. About The Art of Fatherhood Podcast  The Art of Fatherhood Podcast follows the journey of fatherhood. Your host, Art Eddy talks with fantastic dads from all around the world where they share their thoughts on fatherhood. You get a unique perspective on fatherhood from guests like Bob Odenkirk, Hank Azaria, Joe Montana, Kevin Smith, Danny Trejo, Jerry Rice, Jeff Foxworthy, Patrick Warburton, Jeff Kinney, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, Kyle Busch, Dennis Quaid, Dwight Freeney and many more.

In Stride
Michel Vaillancourt: Lessons from a Rider, Coach, and Course Designer

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 80:36


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now! In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Canadian Olympic show jumper Michel Vaillancourt. Michel Vaillancourt is a Canadian show jumper, Olympic medalist, coach, and course designer. At just 22 years old, he won the individual silver medal in show jumping at the 1976 Montréal Olympics riding Branch County. After his competitive career, he coached and served as chef d'équipe for the Canadian show jumping team at major championships. Today, he is a respected FEI course designer and has created courses for top competitions, including the Pan American Games and World Cup Finals. In this episode, Michel reflects on his remarkable career as a rider, coach, and course designer, including: • The motivation that has fueled him to stay at the top of the sport • His Olympic journey and the story behind competing at the 1976 Games • The challenges and rewards of course design and his favorite venues • How safety has evolved in the show jumping discipline Join Michel and Sinead for an engaging conversation about his lifelong contributions to the sport and the many roles he has held along the way.

Krunching Gears
Lakeland Stages COC Alan Cullinan & Sinead Canny, PRO for the Clare Rally, preview their rallies.

Krunching Gears

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 45:04


Krunching Gears - The Rally Podcast, 2025 Season, episode 35.     This week, we look ahead to the Lakeland Stages Rally with Alan Cullinan, the CoC, and then we are joined by Sinéad Canny, PRO for the Clare Motor Club, to tell us about the upcoming Clare Stages Rally.

Family Flowers Only by Grief Ireland
Family Flowers Only with Abaigéal Warfield

Family Flowers Only by Grief Ireland

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2025 83:40


This week I sit down with Abaigéal Warfield who shares her moving story of love and loss from a very young age. Abaigéal never knew her father growing up but when she reconnected with him at 16 they built a beautiful relationship. After that she experienced a truly deep loss when her mum Sinead died by suicide while still in her 40s. And sadly in time Abaigéal would also loose her dad Gerry to cancer also.She speaks honestly about the impact of grief in its many forms, how it has shaped her life, and the different ways loss can be carried. Abaigéal also shares some of her own poetry, powerful words that bring comfort, honesty, and connection for anyone navigating grief. You can find Abaigéal on Instagram @poetry_by_abaigeal and you can also buy her poetry book directly from this link here https://abaigeal-warfield.sumupstore.com/product/sea-of-grief-bookletVisit www.griefireland.com for more information on upcoming Grief Retreats

In Stride
Sara Kozumplik: Building a More Inclusive Future for Eventing

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 50:54


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now! In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by US 5* event rider and Grand Prix show jumper Sara Kozumplik. Sara Kozumplik is a five-star event rider and Grand Prix show jumper who runs Overlook Farm North in Virginia and Overlook South in Florida. She is a certified U.S. Eventing coach and has coached national teams from Venezuela, Panama, and Barbados at international championships. She is involved in several committees and scholarships within US Eventing and US Equestrian to grow and diversify the sport, including the Strides for Equality Equestrians Ever So Sweet Scholarship. Sara also played a key role in developing TerraNova Equestrian Center and contributes to the strategic planning of major venues such as the Kentucky Horse Park, Morven Park International, Bromont International, and Millbrook Horse Trials.  In this episode, Sara shares her perspective on working with venues across the country and her efforts to make eventing more inclusive, including: • A behind-the-scenes look at the US Open at Morven Park in the fall • What she's observed that makes events and venues successful • Ways people in the sport can help create a more welcoming and inclusive environment • Her work with the Strides for Equality Equestrians Ever So Sweet Scholarship and camps Join Sara and Sinead for an insightful discussion on keeping venues thriving and building a more inclusive future for the sport. Click here to learn more about Strides for Equality Equestrians!

Catch Up with Louise McSharry
Catch Up on Wine with Sinead Smyth

Catch Up with Louise McSharry

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 43:23


I have officially retired for the Autumn and to me that often means cosy nights in with a lovely glass of wine. This week, so, I thought it might be nice to have some wine chat with wine expert and educator Sinead Smyth. We get right down to the basics of how wine is made, how to figure out what you like, and why wine should be for everyone, not just people with massive budgets and a wealth of knowledge.You can find Sinead here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Stride
David O'Connor: Shaping the Future of Equestrian Sport

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 66:58


 This episode of In Stride is sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now! In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Olympic event rider David O'Connor. David O'Connor is one of the most accomplished event riders in history. He represented the United States at two Olympic Games, earning team silver in 1996 and both individual gold and team bronze in 2000. He claimed individual silver and team gold at the 1999 Pan American Games and team gold at the 2002 World Equestrian Games. David served as President of the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) from 2004–2012 and was inducted into the United States Eventing Association (USEA) Hall of Fame in 2009, alongside two of his horses. In 2022, he was appointed USEF Chief of Sport, overseeing international and national sport programs, including initiatives in sport integrity, education, and equine and human safety and welfare. In this episode, David shares insights from his role as USEF Chief of Sport and his vision for the future of equestrian competition, including: • How USEF is improving its ability to address and manage horse welfare concerns. • The education programs he's prioritizing and why they're essential to the sport's future. • Updates on preparations for the 2028 LA Olympics and the future of eventing's place in the Games. • Ways riders, coaches, and supporters can contribute to the growth and evolution of eventing. Join David and Sinead for an insightful conversation about the initiatives, planning, and collaborations shaping the next chapter of the sport.  

Senior Times
MindIt with Sinead Ryan. Episode 8: Getting a Return on Savings

Senior Times

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 27:04


How can you earn interest on your savings without putting them at risk? Sinead Ryan talks to Eoghan O'Hara of Raisin Bank.

We Can't Do It Alone
Body, Heart, Screams (with Sinead Farrelly)

We Can't Do It Alone

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 45:46


On this episode of We Can't Do It Alone, Nōn sits down with Sinead Farrelly, National Women's Soccer League (NWSL) champion, World Cup footballer for Ireland, scream enthusiast, and most importantly, a human, to explore the feeling of being cut off from yourself inside the competitive, intense world of professional sports, the weird way in which grief entangles itself in you, connecting your body with your heart, how a safe relationship can help you feel safer within yourself, and the importance of anger rituals.Helpful things mentioned during this episode:Sinead on InstagramScream Club ChicagoEnjoy the podcast? Here are some ways to support to Nōn:Leave a 5-star rating and a wildly glowing review for We Can't Do It Alone on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your pods.Order The Feely Cards on Bookshop.org, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, or your local indie bookseller for yourself and literally everyone you know.Listen to You, Me, Empathy, Nōn's previous podcast about mental health, empathy, and big feelings.Need some help with your podcast, or thinking about starting a podcast? Get in touch!Connect with Nōn at nonwels.com and on Instagram @youmeempathy.Thank you for listening to We Can't Do It Alone! Don't forget about the helpers. We all need help. Even you.xoxonōn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Stride
Clayton Fredericks: The Art and Burden of 5* XC Course Design

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 79:36


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now!  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Olympic event rider and course designer Clayton Fredericks.  Clayton Fredericks is an Olympic event rider, course designer, and renowned figure in international eventing. His career highlights include winning the FEI World Cup in 2005 and 2008, earning individual silver and team bronze at the 2006 World Equestrian Games in Aachen, and taking victory at the 2007 Lexington Kentucky CCI4*. He won team silver at the 2008 Hong Kong Olympic Games and also represented Australia at the 2012 Olympics. Beyond competition, he served as International Technical Advisor for the Canadian Eventing Team (2012–2016), was the Rider Representative on the FEI Eventing Committee (2008–2014), and acted as Hong Kong's Chef d'Equipe at the 2002 Asian Games. As a Level 4 certified course designer, qualified to design at the 5* and championship level, Clayton brings extensive expertise to the sport and the craft of course design. In this episode, Clayton shares his perspective as both a top event rider and an experienced course designer, including:  • The key characteristics and messages he prioritizes when designing cross-country courses.  • His advice for riders during cross-country training, including the skills they should practice and the priorities they should keep in mind.  • The relationship between the course builder, the course designer, and the technical delegate—and why that collaboration matters.  • How and when communication happens between riders and course designers, and what those conversations typically involve.  Join Clayton and Sinead for an engaging discussion on the creativity, collaboration, and rider perspective that shape today's cross-country courses.  

Senior Times
Mind It! with SInead Ryan. Episode 7: Home Energy Upgrades

Senior Times

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 29:52


Sinead meets Valerie Hand, Bord Gais Energy Retrofit Manager, to learn more about the hows and whys of investing in solar panels, heat pumps and more - and the incentives available to homeowners.

In Stride
[Rerelease] Tamie Smith: 40 is the new 20

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 66:33


This episode is a rerelease from April 20th, 2022.Brought to you by ⁠⁠Ride iQ⁠⁠, the most innovative and productive equestrian coaching tool in the world. Start your free trial at Ride-iQ.com This episode of In Stride is sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. ⁠Register now!⁠ On today's episode of "In Stride," Sinead talks to Tamie Smith about her unconventional path to being a top-level event rider, the role models who have guided her along the way, recent injuries she's learning to ride with, and more.Tamie is an accomplished 5* event rider with numerous top finishes at some of the world's biggest events. Tamie: Is based out of Temecula, California (one of few top-level event riders on the west coast)Won team gold at the Pan American Games in 2019 with team USAWas the Traveling Reserve for the US eventing team at the Tokyo OlympicsHas won 10 international events with Mai Baum, and placed in the top 10 at his first CCI5*-L at Land Rover Kentucky in 2021Finished 2nd in the CCI4*-S at Land Rover in 2021 with En Vogue

RNZ: Nine To Noon
Sinead Corcoran Dye's unflinching account of post natal depression

RNZ: Nine To Noon

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2025 26:03


When Sinead Corcoran Dye became pregnant, everyone told her how great it she would feel as a new mum.

Real Spiritual Talk Radio
A British near-death experiencer loses faith in religion after returning from death

Real Spiritual Talk Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 27:06 Transcription Available


On this episode of the Real Spiritual Talk Podcast, Sinead Madden describes being injured after a fall in England, which led to a near-death experience. Sinead describes standing in the presence of tall spiritual beings and being led to the Light. While at the Light, Sinead learns a valuable lesson about the purpose of life.

Senior Times
Mind It! with Sinead Ryan. Episode 6

Senior Times

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2025 31:27


Sinead talks Money Management with Gwen Harris of MABS. The Money Advice and Budgeting Service (MABS) is a free, independent, confidential and non- judgmental money advice and budgeting service for all members of the public. MABS primarily works with people experiencing over-indebtedness. MABS money advisers work with clients who may have difficulties with a wide range of personal debts including personal loans, mortgages, credit card debt, catalogue debts, debts to legal moneylenders and hire purchases.

Senior Times
MindIt! with Sinead Ryan. Episide 5: Making A Will

Senior Times

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2025 25:19


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In Stride
Anna Buffini: Shaping Sport with Positivity and Purpose

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 68:43


Brought to you by ⁠Ride iQ⁠, the most innovative and productive equestrian coaching tool in the world. Start your free trial at Ride-iQ.com This episode of In Stride is sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now! In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Grand Prix dressage rider Anna Buffini. Anna Buffini is a highly accomplished American dressage rider. She started with a standout junior career, winning both the team and individual titles at the 2014 U.S. Young Rider National Championship riding Sundayboy, and helping lead Team USA to gold at the FEI North American Youth Championships that same year. In 2016, she claimed the U25 National Championship title at the USEF Young Adult Brentina Cup. As a professional, Buffini has been selected for at least four senior Nations Cup teams, representing the U.S. at top-tier events including Compiègne, Rotterdam, and Aachen. She is also a two-time World Cup finalist, qualifying in 2022 and 2023, where she achieved a sixth-place finish in the freestyle. Based in San Diego, Buffini continues to compete at the Grand Prix level while mentoring young riders, solidifying her reputation as one of the most respected U.S. dressage athletes today. In this episode, Anna Buffini shares her journey in the sport of dressage and the values that continue to guide her career, including: • How her family's influence and her parents' guidance helped shape her mindset and work ethic. • Her intentional use of social media to educate, uplift, and bring positivity to the horse world. • How she mentally prepares for competition, including navigating the unpredictability of sport. • Her strategies for maintaining balance, joy, and perspective while pursuing high-level goals. • Her coaching philosophy and the qualities she believes define an effective and supportive trainer.  Join Anna and Sinead for an inspiring conversation about the future of equestrian sport and the impact riders can have beyond the arena. Anna's Book Recommendation: The Purpose Driven Life by Rick Warren 

Senior Times
Mind It! with Sinead Ryan. Episode 4: Travel and Holiday Options

Senior Times

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2025 34:07


Sinead talks to Andrew Yates, Head of Expressway at Bus Éireann and Paul Hackett, CEO of ClickandGo about options, value and more for the Over 60s.

In Stride
Michael Alway: The Foundations of Trust-Based Training

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2025 86:13


This episode of In Stride is sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now here: https://purdue.biz/EquitationScience.In this episode of In Stride, Sinead is joined by 3-day event rider and horsemanship trainer Michael Alway. Michael Alway specializes in starting young horses for all disciplines and equine behavior modification for common issues. With a strong background in natural horsemanship, Michael began his career in western riding and studied directly under Pat and Linda Parelli. He competed in two Extreme Mustang Makeovers and served as a freestyle judge at the RRP Thoroughbred Makeover from 2019 to 2021. Michael and his wife, Marion Alway, run Viewpoint Equestrian, a training and coaching business based in Boyce, Virginia. In this episode, Michael shares his journey in the horse world and the core principles behind his training philosophy, including: • How his early experiences with horses shaped the path to where he is today. • The key principles he prioritizes when starting young horses. • His thoughtful approach to pressure and how he teaches that concept to riders. • The importance of the horse's confidence in the rider, in the horse's job, and in the learning process. Join Michael and Sinead for an insightful conversation about developing a meaningful, trust-based relationship with your horse.

BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast
Growing edible flowers and herbs, with Sinead Fenton

BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 53:03


A surprising amount of flowers are not only edible, but also delicious and packed with nutrients. Edible flower and herb farmer Sinead Fenton shares how you can grow these delights in your garden. And she shares how she brings a positive narative to farming for the future through preserving natural resources and increasing pollinators. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

GAA on Off The Ball
DUBLIN ARE ALL IRELAND FINAL BOUND | Sinead Goldrick & Paul Smyth | OTB GAA

GAA on Off The Ball

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2025 7:19


Off The Ball's reporter Rachel Sheehan speaks to Sinead Goldrick and Paul Smyth of Meath after their All-Ireland Final semi-final win over Galway.

In Stride
Kelly Wendorf: Listening, Leading, and the Lessons Horses Teach Us

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2025 72:48


This episode of In Stride is presented by The Eventing Series by Natalie Keller Reinert and Flatiron Books. You can find The Eventing Series books in paperback, ebook, and audiobook wherever books are sold. Follow Natalie Keller Reinert on Instagram at @NatalieKReinert. This episode is also sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now! In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Executive and Personal Coach, Author, and Entrepreneur Kelly Wendorf. Kelly Wendorf is a lifelong horsewoman, ICF Master Certified Coach, author, and founder of The EQUUS Experience®—an award-winning equine-assisted learning process that helps people tap into deeper awareness and authentic leadership. She began riding as a child and later became a dressage rider and trainer, running a riding school in Santa Fe. Her global journey has included studying with spiritual and Indigenous leaders across India, Africa, Indonesia, and Australia. Kelly also founded Kindred magazine in Australia, where she spent 15 years immersed in neuroscience, social justice, and transformative cultural change. She's the author of Flying Lead Change and editor of Stories of Belonging, an anthology highlighting diverse and Indigenous voices. Today, Kelly blends her lifelong love of horses with coaching, mentoring, and cultural innovation to help people lead with wisdom, compassion, and presence. In this episode, Kelly shares the experiences that have shaped her unique approach to working with both horses and people, including: • How her time with Indigenous communities and spiritual teachers has influenced her work and outlook. • What inspired her to start EQUUS and how it's grown into a business focused on connection and transformation. • The idea that great leaders lead from behind—and how that applies just as much to horses as it does to people. • Why being present and really listening to your horse's feedback matters, especially when you're asking something of them. Join Kelly and Sinead for a thoughtful and down-to-earth conversation about the human-horse relationship and how deep connection can lead to powerful change.

Podcast Business News Network Platinum
13784 Steve Harper and Mark Pogodzinski - Publisher Interview Sinead - Author

Podcast Business News Network Platinum

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 29:58


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In Stride
Ali Brock: The Heart of Horse-and-Rider Connection

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2025 82:49


This episode of In Stride is presented by The Eventing Series by Natalie Keller Reinert and Flatiron Books. You can find The Eventing Series books in paperback, ebook, and audiobook wherever books are sold. Follow Natalie Keller Reinert on Instagram at @NatalieKReinert. This episode is also sponsored by Purdue University's Online Certificate in Equitation Science. Rethink tradition and train with purpose as you explore the science behind how horses think, move, and learn. Register now at https://purdue.biz/EquitationScience! In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by US Olympic dressage rider Ali Brock. Ali Brock is a U.S. Olympic dressage rider and trainer known for her dedication to the sport and to the horses and riders she supports. Originally from Honolulu, Hawaii, she left the islands at 17 to pursue a dressage career and went on to work under top professionals, including Olympian Sue Blinks. In 2004, she became head trainer at Deer Meadow Farm with the support of Fritz and Claudine Kundrun, and later spent time training in Europe with Jan Brink, Kyra Kyrklund, and Richard White. Ali earned international recognition riding Rosevelt, a 2002 Hanoverian stallion, as part of the U.S. team that won bronze at the 2016 Rio Olympics—the first Olympic dressage medal for the U.S. in 12 years. She actively supports youth programs like Dressage4Kids and has served as the Equestrian Representative for the Athletes Advisory Council. Now based in Wellington, Florida, she continues to train horses and riders at the highest levels and to mentor the next generation of Grand Prix trainers. In this episode, Ali shares her philosophy on training and how it supports a strong, lasting partnership between horse and rider, including: • How a horse's emotional state influences her training approach and why recognizing that is essential. • The importance she places on the rider-horse relationship and the early mentors who shaped that perspective. • What commonly used dressage terms like “thoroughness” and “harmony” really mean in practice. • Why rules and regulations in horse sport should be based on evidence and context—not just snapshots or headlines. Join Ali and Sinead for an honest and thoughtful conversation about the future of the sport and how riders can prioritize partnership in their daily training.

In Stride
Michael Nolan: Trusting Yourself

In Stride

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2025 74:07


This episode of In Stride is presented by The Eventing Series by Natalie Keller Reinert and Flatiron Books. You can find The Eventing Series books in paperback, ebook, and audiobook wherever books are sold. Follow Natalie Keller Reinert on Instagram at @NatalieKReinert. In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by international 4* event rider Michael Nolan. Michael Nolan is a skilled Irish event rider with a diverse background in fox hunting, racehorses, show jumping, and eventing. He rode for top Irish yards including Cooley Farms, Kedrah House Stud, and Tomgar Sport Horses before moving to the U.S. to further his career. He spent seven years working with 4* rider and ICP instructor Robin Walker, developing horses through the advanced level. Michael's recent results include top finishes at the 2023 Morven Park and Plantation Field CCI3*-S with Carrabeg Hulla Balou. He now runs Nolan Sporthorses, a training and coaching business, with his wife Mckenna Knott. They are based in Florida during the winter and Michigan in the summer. In this episode, Michael shares an inside look at the realities of the industry, including: • How he got his start with horses in Ireland and eventually found his way to eventing. • His approach to starting young horses and why he believes professionals should develop their own. • The differences in horse culture between the U.S. and Ireland. • The importance of trusting your feel in the saddle and teaching students to do the same. Join Michael and Sinead for an honest and insightful conversation about building a career in eventing, from breaking young horses to trusting your instincts in the saddle.