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This week, Robby chats it up with 4* Eventer and U25 Championship competitor Jack Curtis. Jack shares his story of growing up riding at a young age along side his twin brother to now being based in Europe with Tom McEwen. Jack is also a part of the U25 program and recently placed 6th individually at the Millstreet U25 Championships. We wish Jack all the best with his future plans with his two horses Luska Candy Clover and Cooley TopGun!To follow Jack's journey:https://www.instagram.com/jackcurtiseventing/?hl=enPlease support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know 3* rider and 3rd level Dressage rider Allie Anderson. Based in Wisconsin, Allie also holds her doctorate of Physical Therapy for humans. Allie offers unique services within her business from the PT background like therapeutic services for riders from training to evaluation to better skills from a biomechanics point of view. It was fun getting to hear Allie's story!To follow Allie's journey:https://www.instagram.com/adastraeventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know Mady Hsue. Mady is a young rider that grew up in Oregon and know lives on the East Coast where she recently graduated from University of Kentucky. Not only is an eventer competing at the 2* level but at a young age she runs her own media company, TidBits Media. It's not rare to see Mady out competing and working getting media content for her clients at the same event. It was fun getting to know Mady and we hope you enjoy too!To follow Mady and TidBits Media:https://www.instagram.com/tidbits.media/https://www.instagram.com/mlh.eventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know Eventer and Equine Bodywork Practitioner Tatiana Perez. Tatiana is a daughter if a Paso Fino trainer and always knew she wanted a career in the horse industry and has found her niche helping horses feel and perform at their best with her business Royal Hands Equine Services. Tatiana is certified as an Equine Myo-Manipulative Functional Therapist, Graston Technique Technician and an Kinesiology Tape Practioner. She gives us some insight on how to keep our Event horses feeling their best!To learn more about Tatiana and Royal Hands Equine Services:https://www.instagram.com/royalhandsequineservices/https://www.facebook.com/royalhandsequinemassage/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

Send us Fan MailEmily Elek is one of the most respected and prolific figures in American pony hunter sport — a trainer, breeder, and program builder whose Stonewall Ponies in Ixonia, Wisconsin has become one of the largest and most recognized pony operations in the country. While attending the University of Wisconsin at Madison, where she majored in zoology, she helped establish the school's equestrian team and competed in the open equitation divisions and the Cacchione Cup. That combination of academic rigor and hands-on equestrian leadership was a preview of the career she would build. While Elek was still in school, her mother purchased 38 acres that would become Stonewall Farm in Ixonia, Wisconsin — and what began as family land became the foundation of one of the Midwest's most significant equestrian programs. Today, Elek operates one of the largest pony leasing, sales, breeding and training operations in the country, taking a holistic view in developing ponies and riders for lifelong success. Her breeding program has produced generations of competitive hunter ponies, and her leasing model has long been recognized as one of the most thoughtful and accessible in the sport. Her stated goal — to produce top quality ponies while allowing kids to have the same opportunities she had — is evident in the reach and structure of Stonewall's program, which sends ponies to riders across the country and annually fields one of the largest strings at USEF Pony Finals. At Pony Finals, the Stonewall show team competes on average about 20 ponies in barn and has leased or sold annually up to 100 other competing ponies. Beyond the ring, Elek has emerged as a genuine voice in the governance and structure of pony sport. She has written and spoken publicly about the format and future of USEF Pony Finals, advocating for changes that prioritize partnership between pony and child rider — a perspective shaped by decades of watching young riders develop through the division she has dedicated her career to. As a horsewoman, she has said she is most proud of her older ponies that are still out there teaching kids how to ride — proof, in her view, of a strong foundation and good care when a horse or pony is happily working in their late teens and twenties. Emily Elek is, in every meaningful sense, one of the great stewards of the pony world — a professional whose program has launched countless junior careers and whose commitment to accessibility and quality in equal measure has made Stonewall Ponies a name that resonates from the Midwest circuit to the championship rings of Kentucky.Lily Bisson is a Maryland-based equestrian, horse farm owner, and nonprofit founder whose response to one of life's most difficult diagnoses became a gift to an entire community. An avid foxhunter with clubs in Maryland and an amateur eventer at local venues, Lily owns a horse farm in Clarksburg, Maryland — a life built entirely around horses and the tight-knit community that surrounds them. She was diagnosed at 40 with breast cancer during her first routine mammogram, a moment that would change the trajectory of her life in ways she could not have anticipated.When she joined a few online support groups for women with breast cancer, most didn't quite fit. "It was the women in my local horse community who truly understood," she said. That realization planted a seed. During her recovery from a double mastectomy, while she couldn't ride, Bisson launched Gallop For Life, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization — channeling the energy she could not put into the saddle into something that would reach far beyond her own barn.Gallop For Life is a grassroots organization that sends equestrian-themed gift baskets to newly diagnosed women across the country, each basket handmade by Meredith Ingram, one of the group's survivors. While the support group is specific to breast cancer, the charity sends baskets to women diagnosed with any type of cancer. What began as one rider's determination not to face a devastating diagnosis alone has grown into a national network of horsewomen supporting each other through the hardest rides of their lives. Among the organization's future initiatives is establishing a financial aid process specifically targeted to help horse professionals who are self-employed — jockeys, farriers, and trainers — who need assistance during treatment.The reach of Gallop For Life has extended into the hunt field as well. In 2024, the "Chase for the Cure" brought together members of five different hunts, with all proceeds benefiting the charity — a testament to how deeply Bisson's mission has resonated across the equestrian community she has always called home. Gallop For Life's mission is to stand beside every equestrian woman battling cancer, providing the support and assistance they need to navigate through the challenging journey — because horsewomen, as Lily Bisson knows firsthand, are fiercely strong, independent, and far less likely to ask for help than they are to need it.Sally Batton is one of the most accomplished and innovative coaching minds in American collegiate equestrian sport — a hunter-jumper educator, author, clinician, and institution builder whose career spans four decades and touches every level of the sport from first grade through Division I athletics. She served as the head coach of the Dartmouth College Division I Varsity Equestrian Team for thirty years, coaching dozens of riders to regional, zone, and national titles — a tenure that established her as one of the most respected figures in the IHSA universe and one of the most effective developers of the complete equestrian athlete in the collegiate space. She is the past Intercollegiate Horse Shows Association National Steward, was presented with the IHSA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2013 in recognition of her contributions and leadership within the organization, and in 2020 was inducted into the inaugural class of the IHSA Hall of Fame — a distinction that places her among the founding pantheon of the organization's most celebrated contributors. Batton is a certified instructor with both the United States Hunter Jumper Association and the American Riding Instructor's Association, and in 2008 was named ARIA Instructor of the Year. She holds an Equestrian Studies degree from Lake Erie College and a master's degree in Communications from Fairleigh-Dickinson University. Her contributions extend well beyond the show ring and the coaching box. Batton is the Founder and President of the Athletic Equestrian League, an organization which offers horsemanship education and competition opportunities to riders from first grade through adult, and she hosts the Athletic Equestrian Riding in College Podcast. In 2023, her training tool invention, the Sally Batton Pommel Blocker, was launched by Correct Connect, the industry leader in rider training aids. As an author, she co-wrote The Athletic Equestrian and Equicize, both Horse & Rider Books publications written alongside co-writer Christina Keim — books that have found devoted audiences among coaches and competitive riders at every level for their practical, biomechanics-based approach to developing strength, suppleness, and position in the saddle. Today, Sally travels all over the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii, teaching clinics to riders of all ages and levels — bringing a career's worth of insight and methodology to every corner of the country where someone wants to become a better rider.Raegan Comeaux is a Louisiana-based hunter-jumper trainer, USEF licensed official, USHJA credentialed coach, curriculum developer, and founder whose career represents one of the most comprehensive visions of equestrian education currently operating in the American hunter-jumper world. She has been showing in the hunter-jumper discipline since the age of 8, and her professional life has been built entirely around transforming that lifelong passion into structured, accessible, high-quality equestrian education for riders at every level. A graduate of Louisiana Tech University with a degree in Animal Sciences with a specialty in Equine Science and a minor in Business and English, Comeaux brought both academic rigor and practical expertise to the facility she built alongside her mother from the ground up. Starting wittheplaidhorse.comThank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse  Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

This week, Robby gets to know Rebecca Barber Tyler. Rebecca is an Eventer, USDF Bronze Medalist and a USEA "r" Judge. She also runs her training and sales business, Jubilee Equestrian which is located in Charlottesville, VA. Rebecca has a thriving sales business that focuses on young horse prospects which includes imports and adult amateur type horses. It was fun getting to know Rebecca and hearing her story and we hope you enjoy it as much as we did!To follow Rebecca and Jubilee Equestrian:https://www.facebook.com/jubileeeq/https://www.instagram.com/jubileeequestrian/?hl=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@jubileeequestrianPlease support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know Alexa Weiss. Alexa is an Amateur Jumper rider but also the owner and mastermind behind her brand Euphoric Equestrian. Alexa shares how she grew up riding in California and took a break from riding after college only to miss it and got back into the show ring. She created her clothing brand for riders who wanted to look good in and out of the barn. After going to the Kentucky 5* Alexa is now hooked on Eventing and is looking forward to getting her brand out on the cross country course. Who knows....maybe we'll see Alexa out on course too!To learn more about Euphoric Equestrian:https://euphoricequestrian.com/?srsltid=AfmBOooH4jgFhM7gjT6qaolap54fBJhXUtWnER_eQU7duHdZ4LkyyTJzhttps://www.instagram.com/euphoricequestrian/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/EuphoricEquestrian/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby talks to returning guest Tracey Bienemann. They catch up on everything since Tracey's last interview with MLE in 2023. Tracey talks about her two exciting horses for the future Menlo Park and Venezuelan River (who just came back from a top 3 finish in the 4*L at Bromont). Tracey also talks about her love of Thoroughbreds and why she thinks they are needed to keep the future of Eventing alive! Thank you to Hannah Keegan for reconnecting us with Tracey.PC: Shannon BrinkmanTo follow Tracey's journey:https://www.instagram.com/tabeventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week Robby talks to Sarah Rajoy from LEGIS and answers our listeners Equine Insurance questions. Sarah is a competitor herself and also is a TD for events so she understands the needs and concerns regarding insurance for the Event horse. Sarah gives some great advice and we hope that you are able to learn more about equine insurance like we did!To learn more:https://legisequine.com/https://www.instagram.com/legisequine/https://www.facebook.com/LEGISEquine/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know two members of the 2026 Intercollegiate Eventing Championship winning team Ainsley Carroll and Devon Tresan. Ainsley and Devon talk about college life and Eventing and how to be a part of the University of Georgia's Eventing Team. They also talk about their exciting weekend at the Intercollegiate Eventing Championships and all the fun that they had. Congratulations UGA!!PC: Liz Cawley PhotographyTo follow UGA's Eventing Team:https://www.instagram.com/ugaeventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week Robby talks to 3* Eventer, Morgan Batton. Morgan learned at a young age how to be an entrepreneur so she could buy her first horse. Since then, Morgan and her husband Paul started their new and used trailer business Hitch & Tow and own and operate The Vista Schooling and Event Center in Aiken, SC all while competing at the upper level. We hope you enjoy getting to know Morgan as much as we did!To follow Morgan:https://www.facebook.com/MorganBattonEventing/https://www.instagram.com/morgan_batton/https://thehitchandtow.com/https://schoolthevista.com/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby chats with Addie Rinehart. Addie was announced back in April for her third year in the row to the EA21 program. Addie shares what the Eventing scene is like in Minnesota and how she is able to attend the University of Tampa in Florida and keep training and competing her horse Corona Life. Addie is just recently coming back from her big win at the Bromont CCI2*L. We hope you enjoy getting to know Addie as much as we did.To follow Addie's journey:https://www.instagram.com/addierineharteventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

Send us Fan MailThe MZ Farms/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program (EAP) is a development initiative run by the U.S. Hunter Jumper Association to help up-and-coming riders build both their riding skills and their horsemanship knowledge. Created in 2009, the program has become a launching pad for many riders who've gone on to succeed in major equitation and jumper finals, including the USEF Show Jumping Talent Search, the ASPCA Maclay, and USEF Prix des States, among others. The program is open to junior, amateur, and professional members ages 12 and older as of December 1 of the current competition year, with sections offered at 0.90-meter and 1.0-meter fence heights. To apply, riders must meet eligibility requirements, submit an application and fee, gather recommendation forms, and pass a Horsemanship Quiz Challenge with a score of at least 80%. Riders accepted into the program begin with a five-day Regional Training Session, where they work directly with top riding clinicians and stable managers on flatwork, gymnastics, related distances, course work, and a full stable-management curriculum covering grooming, horsemanship, and barn management. Participants bring and care for their own horses throughout the session. From there, 16 riders are selected to advance to the National Training Session, chosen based on their performance and potential during the regional sessions, with eligibility limited to members ages 12 to 25. A select group of standout non-riders may also be invited to attend as stable managers. The national session is a multi-day intensive held with top clinicians — for 2026, that's Joe Fargis for riding and Colleen Reed for stable management, hosted at Midway University in Kentucky. Financial support is also part of the program: the USHJA Foundation awards up to $6,000 total in grants to help offset costs for EAP participants, with individual grants capped at $500. EAP combines hands-on riding instruction with serious horsemanship education, aiming to produce well-rounded equestrians — not just skilled riders, but knowledgeable horsemen and women who understand every aspect of caring for their horses.-- The USHJA Zone Jumper Championships are a series of regional team and individual competitions for Junior and Amateur jumper riders, held across the USHJA's geographic zones each summer. There are actually a few related programs under this umbrella, organized by fence height.The 1.00/1.05m Junior/Amateur Zone Jumper Championships give riders a competitive team experience and a chance to earn Zone Horse of the Year points in their respective sections, with championships held by zone consisting of both team and individual competition. To qualify, riders submit an application and must accumulate at least 20 points in their section at USEF-licensed competitions during the qualifying period. At the higher end, the Markel/USHJA Zone Jumper Team Championships serve Junior and Amateur Jumper riders in the 1.10/1.15m and 1.20/1.25m divisions, while the related Platinum Jumper Championships cover even higher sections. Competitors in these championships are considered USHJA Emerging Jumper Riders for that year and have the opportunity to earn the title of USHJA Gold Star Emerging Jumper Rider, along with a spot at a USHJA Gold Star Clinic. For 2026, the championships are organized regionally — Northeast (Zones 1-2), South (Zones 3, 4, 7), North Central (Zones 5-6), and West (Zones 8-10) — each hosted at a different venue, with riders from Zones 11 and 12 free to choose whichever championship location they'd like to attend. New this year, jump-offs will be used to break ties for Individual and Team Gold, Silver, and Bronze medals. To enter, riders must submit an application with a $75 non-refundable fee and earn at least 20 qualifying points in their section at USEF-licensed shows before their zone's deadline. Submitting an application doesn't commit a rider to attend, but it does let their points count toward qualification. Individual medalists also earn a notable perk: an invitation to a USHJA Gold Star Clinic of their choice within two years, offering four days of mounted and unmounted instruction from leading clinicians. Altogether, the Zone Jumper Championships give developing jumper riders a structured path toward team competition experience, individual recognition, and continued mentorship — bridging the gap between regular show circuit competition and higher-performance opportunities.theplaidhorse.comThank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse  Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

On today's show, Reese & Megan are talking all about the 2026 USEF Grand Prix Championships held at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, from May 13–17.First, we welcome Jodie Kelly-Bexley to the show to chat about her impressive 6th place finish aboard her very own Grayton Beach. Jodie shares her experience at the championships, her partnership with Grayton Beach, and what it means to compete at this level.Next, we sit down with championship winner Ellesse Gundersen to discuss her unforgettable experience at the championships and life with her incredible partner, Quintessential 4. Ellesse shares insights into their journey together, preparation for competition, and what makes Quintessential 4 such a special horse.GUESTS AND LINKS FOR EPISODE 794:Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | FacebookTitle Sponsor: Farnam and Endure Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito ControlPremier Sponsor: Kentucky Performance Products Guest: Jodie Kelly - Website | Facebook | InstagramGuest: Ellesse Gundersen - Website | Facebook | InstagramBook Club: Fur Mama by Diana du PontDressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook

On today's show, Reese & Megan are talking all about the 2026 USEF Grand Prix Championships held at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, from May 13–17.First, we welcome Jodie Kelly-Bexley to the show to chat about her impressive 6th place finish aboard her very own Grayton Beach. Jodie shares her experience at the championships, her partnership with Grayton Beach, and what it means to compete at this level.Next, we sit down with championship winner Ellesse Gundersen to discuss her unforgettable experience at the championships and life with her incredible partner, Quintessential 4. Ellesse shares insights into their journey together, preparation for competition, and what makes Quintessential 4 such a special horse.GUESTS AND LINKS FOR EPISODE 794:Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | FacebookTitle Sponsor: Farnam and Endure Gold Killer Fly & Mosquito ControlPremier Sponsor: Kentucky Performance Products Guest: Jodie Kelly - Website | Facebook | InstagramGuest: Ellesse Gundersen - Website | Facebook | InstagramBook Club: Fur Mama by Diana du PontDressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook

This week, Robby gets to know 5* Eventer Madeline Backus. Madeline comes to us from her farm in Colorado. Madeline shares her story of growing up with horses since her mom was an Eventer turned Grad Prix Dressage rider. In 2017, she competed her first 5* with her horse P.S. Arianna and then was granted the Wilton Fair Grant and the Rebecca Broussard National Developing Rider Grant which allowed her to take two of her horses to England for 6 months. Madeline is now based in Colorado and recently received her USEA ECP Level I Eventing Instructor Certification. We hope you enjoy getting to know Madeline as much as we did!Photo Credit: XpressphotoTo follow Madeline's journey:https://www.instagram.com/madeline.backus/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

Our hearts go out to the horses, riders, families, and everyone impacted by the tragedy at the NBHA competition in Las Vegas. Las Vegas is home for us, and we are heartbroken by what happened. This episode was recorded prior to the incident, but we will be discussing it on our next recording. We are keeping everyone affected in our thoughts.In this episode, we cover:Nothing like a good meltdown in the car. New horse-related tattoos and Molly's tramp stamp era. A horse crashed into Julia and Andi! What's happening with Dover Saddlery? The drama surrounding Geoffrey Hesslink and the USEF yellow card.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.

This week, Robby chats with Braden Speck. Braden is an amateur rider that just completed his first 5* in Kentucky. Braden shares his story of growing up learning how to ride a pony, and then finding his now 5* horse BSF Liam where the two finished 20th at the Defender Kentucky 5*. Braden is now planning to take a break from competing so he can focus on his studies at Vet School. We wish Braden nothing but the best in his new journey and look forward to seeing him competing again!To follow Braden's journey:https://www.instagram.com/bradenspeck_/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE  

Chris Lallo joins the We LOVE Arabian Horses podcast for an open and thoughtful conversation about the future of the Arabian horse community, youth development, leadership, academy programs, and building stronger opportunities for the next generation.Chris shares his family's personal journey into Arabian horses, how his daughter Riley's equestrian passion shaped their lives, and what inspired him to step forward as a newly elected Director At-Large for the Arabian Horse Association Board of Directors.Topics include:✅ Arabian horse family life✅ Ranch riding & western disciplines✅ USEF affiliation discussions✅ National show qualifications✅ Academy & lesson programs✅ Supporting young professionals✅ Entry-level growth strategies✅ The future of Arabian horse participationThis episode offers a very honest, open and constructive discussion about where the breed community is today, and where it can go next.

The Arabian horse has influenced the equestrian world for generations, and today that influence continues in exciting new ways within the modern sport horse landscape.In this episode of the We LOVE Arabian Horses Podcast, host Paul Kostial is joined by Michael Miller and Natalie DiBerardinis, President, American Hanoverian Society, for a thoughtful conversation about Arabians and Hanoverians, and the Warmblood crosses, sport horse breeding, inspections, registry opportunities, and the future growth of both breeds.Together, they discuss:• Why Arabian blood continues to play an important role in sport horse breeding• How the American Hanoverian Society inspection and approval process works• The educational and market value of Warmblood evaluations• Opportunities involving USEF, AHA, and registry alignment• How these programs may help expand visibility and opportunity for Arabian horses in dressage, jumping, and sport horse disciplinesThis episode is about more than breeding. It is about creating new pathways, introducing Arabian horses to new audiences, and helping more people understand the versatility, athleticism, and long-standing influence of the Arabian breed.Whether you are an Arabian breeder, sport horse enthusiast, dressage rider, or simply curious about where the industry is headed, this conversation opens doors.❤️ We LOVE Arabian Horses®, Locally to Global

Robby chats it up with two members of the Auburn Eventing Team, Josie McVicar and Ashley Costello. Josie and Ashley discuss everything about being in college and being a part of their fun and exciting Eventing team. During this interview, they were gearing up for the Intercollegiate Championships in Aiken,SC. They also give some great advice on how to handle college and horses at the same time and we hope you all enjoy this fun interview!Follow Auburn Eventing:https://auburneventing.weebly.com/https://www.instagram.com/auburneventing/https://linktr.ee/auburneventing?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQPOTM2NjE5NzQzMzkyNDU5AAGnPvGhdcR-Win8brRBeSQLdgcpC5C-I-JWsKPDril51nc6Ug-G6QnU6BaGuG0_aem_zn1Rf7dQH7z3WDc4HvDvjwPlease support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE 

This is a full length preview of a Dressage Test Playbook by Bill McMullin.For access to all the other USEF Test Playbooks by Bill, start your free trial at ⁠Ride-iQ.com⁠. [Use code BILL for 20% off for the lifetime of your membership. This offer expires soon.]In this Dressage Test Playbook, USEF 'S' dressage judge Bill McMullin gives you movement-by-movement tips for the 2023 USEF Training Level Test 1 (this is the test that's currently in-use). Download the 2023 Training Level Test 1

This is a full length preview of a Dressage Test Playbook by Bill McMullin.For access to all the other USEF Test Playbooks by Bill, start your free trial at ⁠Ride-iQ.com⁠. [Use code BILL for 20% off for the lifetime of your membership. This offer expires soon.]In this Dressage Test Playbook, USEF 'S' dressage judge Bill McMullin gives an overview of training level. He will discuss the purpose of the level, the training scale, the collective marks, and more. This overview will be referenced in the specific Training Level Playbooks.

This week, Robby get to know Human and Equine Sports Massage Therapist Angie Cooney. Angie shares her story of Eventing as a teenager and then becoming a working student for David and Karen O'Connor. Angie always dreamt of going to the Olympics but then realized competing at the top level was not her passion. It was years later, Angie did in fact go to the Olympics not as a rider but as the US Team Equine Sports Massage Therapist. Angie shares so many great stories and we hope you enjoy this interview as much as we did!Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby chats it up with 3* rider Carlin Keefe. Carlin tells her story of growing up in a horsey family and making her way to the 3* level all while being a full time student at the University of Kentucky. Carlin shares how she has recently taken over the ride of Buck Davidson's 5* mount Carlevo and everything he has been teaching her. It was great getting to know Carlin and we hope you enjoy listening as well!PC: Brant GammaFollow Carlin's journey:https://www.instagram.com/carlin.eventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby gets to know Advanced Eventer Margo Goldfarb. Margo is coming to us from a lab since she is also a PhD student. Margo tells her story about how she started riding and about how her now Advanced horse Ridgetop Pirate was a birthday present when he was a 3 y/o. She also talks about how she is able to juggle being a PhD student and an Advanced rider at the same time. It was great getting to know and hear Margo's story and we hope that you enjoy it as much as we did!PC: Erin GilmoreFollow Margo's journey:https://www.instagram.com/margoldfarb/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby welcomes back returning guest Lizzie Hoff! Lizzie first joined the MLE podcast back in August of 2024 and returns as a member of the 2026 USEF Eventing Development 25 Athlete. Lizzie gives an update on everything that has happened in the past 2 years and her future plans. Thank you to our friends at Athletux for helping us reconnect with Lizzie!PC: Tina Fitch for Shannon Brinkman PhotoTo follow Lizzie's journey:https://www.instagram.com/lhoffeventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby chats it up with social media influencer and adult amateur Victoria Gibilretta. Victoria shares how she started riding just a few years ago and was bitten by the Eventing bug. Victoria chats about the struggle of working a full time job and trying to ride but loves every minute of it. We are sure you will enjoy this interview!Follow Victoria's journey:https://www.instagram.com/victorialynnequestrian/https://www.victorialynnequestrian.com/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This month, Aviva and Stephany interview Noel Williams of Noel Williams Dressage, based in Maryland. They catch up with what has been going on with each other – Mary Wanless, Maui and an exciting trip coming up (or going down centerline!) for Stephany, and a bittersweet sharing for Aviva. In the Ask the L, they discuss what is needed to have a successful move from Training to First Levels – thanks to Deana for the question! The daughter of George and Roberta Williams, Noel Williams grew up around classical and high performance dressage. Noel has been riding and competing all of her life with an Olympic Dream at heart. Noel is a USEF “R” Dressage Judge, and is currently in the USEF “r” DSHB Judge's Program. She has trained and competed numerous horses from young horses to FEI Grand Prix.Noel is a USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist. A member of the 2007 NAJYRC Silver Medal team (Region 2), and the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage Team Championships Gold Medal, Noel was also the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage National Champion on the Hanoverian stallion Pik L.Noel aspires to continue her career on the international stage and to represent Team USA in competition. Noel's greatest passion is starting and developing young horses, especially stallions, to campaign them through the CDI levels.In the interview, Aviva and Stephany get the benefit of Noel's super humor, her history of riding and her boundless enthusiasm for our sport. It was great getting to know her and her belief system, and we wish her all the best!Take a listen!If you like what we are doing, remember to hit the LIKE button, share with your friends and make sure to subscribe!Our Sponsor this month is KPP Elevate! Does your performance horse have sore, stiff muscles? Does he lack energy or tire quickly during exercise? Does his competition schedule require travel? Studies show that horses in regular training and those with limited access to pasture often require additional vitamin E. They also show that horses being trailered even short distances can face immunity challenges.Elevate® natural vitamin E can help. A research-proven, powerful antioxidant, Elevate maintains healthy muscle, nerve, and immune functions. It does this by delivering a highly bioavailable source of natural vitamin E that is preferentially absorbed and retained in a horse's tissues. For more information, visit KPPusa.com or call 859-873-2974.Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | PinterestGuest: Noel Williams of Noel Williams DressageOur Sponsor this month: KPP and their product Elevate®

This month, Aviva and Stephany interview Noel Williams of Noel Williams Dressage, based in Maryland. They catch up with what has been going on with each other – Mary Wanless, Maui and an exciting trip coming up (or going down centerline!) for Stephany, and a bittersweet sharing for Aviva. In the Ask the L, they discuss what is needed to have a successful move from Training to First Levels – thanks to Deana for the question! The daughter of George and Roberta Williams, Noel Williams grew up around classical and high performance dressage. Noel has been riding and competing all of her life with an Olympic Dream at heart. Noel is a USEF “R” Dressage Judge, and is currently in the USEF “r” DSHB Judge's Program. She has trained and competed numerous horses from young horses to FEI Grand Prix.Noel is a USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist. A member of the 2007 NAJYRC Silver Medal team (Region 2), and the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage Team Championships Gold Medal, Noel was also the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage National Champion on the Hanoverian stallion Pik L.Noel aspires to continue her career on the international stage and to represent Team USA in competition. Noel's greatest passion is starting and developing young horses, especially stallions, to campaign them through the CDI levels.In the interview, Aviva and Stephany get the benefit of Noel's super humor, her history of riding and her boundless enthusiasm for our sport. It was great getting to know her and her belief system, and we wish her all the best!Take a listen!If you like what we are doing, remember to hit the LIKE button, share with your friends and make sure to subscribe!Our Sponsor this month is KPP Elevate! Does your performance horse have sore, stiff muscles? Does he lack energy or tire quickly during exercise? Does his competition schedule require travel? Studies show that horses in regular training and those with limited access to pasture often require additional vitamin E. They also show that horses being trailered even short distances can face immunity challenges.Elevate® natural vitamin E can help. A research-proven, powerful antioxidant, Elevate maintains healthy muscle, nerve, and immune functions. It does this by delivering a highly bioavailable source of natural vitamin E that is preferentially absorbed and retained in a horse's tissues. For more information, visit KPPusa.com or call 859-873-2974.Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | PinterestGuest: Noel Williams of Noel Williams DressageOur Sponsor this month: KPP and their product Elevate®

This month, Aviva and Stephany interview Noel Williams of Noel Williams Dressage, based in Maryland. They catch up with what has been going on with each other – Mary Wanless, Maui and an exciting trip coming up (or going down centerline!) for Stephany, and a bittersweet sharing for Aviva. In the Ask the L, they discuss what is needed to have a successful move from Training to First Levels – thanks to Deana for the question!The daughter of George and Roberta Williams, Noel Williams grew up around classical and high performance dressage. Noel has been riding and competing all of her life with an Olympic Dream at heart. Noel is a USEF “R” Dressage Judge, and is currently in the USEF “r” DSHB Judge's Program. She has trained and competed numerous horses from young horses to FEI Grand Prix.Noel is a USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist. A member of the 2007 NAJYRC Silver Medal team (Region 2), and the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage Team Championships Gold Medal, Noel was also the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage National Champion on the Hanoverian stallion Pik L.Noel aspires to continue her career on the international stage and to represent Team USA in competition. Noel's greatest passion is starting and developing young horses, especially stallions, to campaign them through the CDI levels.In the interview, Aviva and Stephany get the benefit of Noel's super humor, her history of riding and her boundless enthusiasm for our sport. It was great getting to know her and her belief system, and we wish her all the best!Take a listen!If you like what we are doing, remember to hit the LIKE button, share with your friends and make sure to subscribe!Our Sponsors this month is KPP Elevate and Tribute Equine Nutrition! Does your performance horse have sore, stiff muscles? Does he lack energy or tire quickly during exercise? Does his competition schedule require travel? Studies show that horses in regular training and those with limited access to pasture often require additional vitamin E. They also show that horses being trailered even short distances can face immunity challenges. Elevate® natural vitamin E can help. A research-proven, powerful antioxidant, Elevate maintains healthy muscle, nerve, and immune functions. It does this by delivering a highly bioavailable source of natural vitamin E that is preferentially absorbed and retained in a horse's tissues. For more information, visit KPPusa.com or call 859-873-2974.Let's be honest—no two dressage horses are the same. So it's no surprise their nutrition needs will differ. Tribute Equine Nutrition's equine nutrition specialists can help you create personalized feeding plans based on your horse and your goals—from building topline and strength to supporting soundness and longevity. Their feeds are backed by a 100% money-back guarantee, made in their own ionophore-free facilities, and are fixed formulas you can trust—so your horse gets consistent nutrition, every ride, every test. And if you're new to Tribute, your first bag is free, so you can try it with confidence! Take the stress out of feeding your dressage partner. Visit tributeequinenutrition.com to get started and let them know Dressage Today sent you.Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | PinterestGuest: Noel Williams of Noel Williams DressageOur Sponsors this month: KPP and their product Elevate® & Tribute Equine Nutrition

Send us Fan MailPiper speaks with rider, trainer, judge and now politician Elizabeth Pandich of Limelight Farm. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Elizabeth Pandich is the owner and operator of Limelight Farm, a USEF “r” judge in hunters and equitation, and a recent political candidate. She entered the sport as a professional after graduating from Cornell University with a degree in Communications, and is now expanding into other fields, drawing on what she has learned, and continues to learn, from the industry, the sport and the horses.Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineTitle Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSponsor: TerraNova Equestrian Center, Equine Affaire and Sentinel  Join us at an upcoming Plaidcast in Person live event!

This week, Robby welcomes the Optimum Time crew...Cherie, Jen and Carolyn. They talk about how to join in the fun with them and travel to all of the 5* around the world. Cherie started Optimum Time to make it easy and affordable for Eventing fans and Jen and Carolyn share their experiences with this amazing group. We hope you enjoy some of their stories and join them on their next adventure!More information about Optimum Time:https://optimum-time.com/info@optimum-time.comhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61580285342317https://www.instagram.com/optimumtimeeventing/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

This week, Robby catches up with Frankie Thieriot-Stutes and Sinead Halpin Maynard to discuss their new venture as US 5* Commentators. Both have competed at the 5* level and are now using their expertise as commentators for the sport. They share how some events are being done from the comfort of their homes in California and Florida and how it works. We love catching up with these two ladies and we hope you enjoy!To follow Frankie and Sinead:https://athletux.com/https://www.instagram.com/copperline_equestrian/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

Robby welcomes back MLE's first guest, John Nunn. John first came on the podcast back in September 2019 and shared his story of how he got into horses and then into the Eventing world. This time, John shares what is going on with Nunn Finer, different jobs within the equine industry and how tariffs are effecting the horse world. We think this is one interview you will not want to miss!Nunn Finer:https://nunnfiner.com/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

We apologize to our listeners for not putting out new episodes. There has been A LOT going on but we are BACK.....well kind of. You will hear in this update that Karen is stepping down from the interviews and will be more behind the scenes and out at events and of course being a Corginizer. Robby already has some great interviews lined up that we think you will enjoy. This episode will give you an update on everything going on from babies, events, Corgi racing and what's to come. Thank you to all of our listeners and if there is anyone you would love to hear on the show, please reach out to us at majorleagueeventing@gmail.comPlease support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClE

In this episode we cover:Catch our video clips on social!  No full episodes on YouTube yet.  Garcon + Andi's fitness routine-how long we spend trotting and cantering.Molly and Julia's trainer got a note from USEF about showing a supposedly lame horse.Horse transformations when paired with the right person.  Julia's 10-year old riding helmet-need to get that bad boy replaced.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

This episode features Danielle Henson, Sport Communications Manager at the U.S. Equestrian Federation, equestrian, Louisville native, and the person behind one of the most genuinely useful newsletters in the horse industry: CLICK HEREShe talks about what it actually takes to build a career in the horse world when you didn't grow up with industry connections, how social media in equestrian sport has transformed over the last decade, and why the best content always comes back to one thing — the horse.Key topics we discussed:Growing up 10 minutes from Churchill Downs and finding horses through 4-H and a little Arabian barn called Stonehurst Riding ClubThe LinkedIn newsletter she started to help people find jobs in the horse world — and how it helped someone land a role at USEFHow social media has evolved from hashtags and Snapchat global stories to full video production departmentsWhy horse-forward, emotional content outperforms everything elseHer advice for breaking into the equestrian industry without a head startSocial Media Links:LinkedIn: Danielle Henson (search + follow her newsletter while you're there)Horse People Podcast:Instagram: @horsepeoplepodcastSubscribe to Horse People for more cross discipline content and stories.

Happy 2026 y'all, the Year of the Fire Horse. We promise we lunged it before we all got on. This month, we're kicking off the year with some of our favorite horse shows and settling in for the tougher topics of horse ownership. Thanks for tuning in.Guests and Links Episode 144:Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down MagazineHost: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne EquestrianHost: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel CreekFeatured Image: Drink Recipe: Dirty Coconut Coke Mocktail for Dry JanuaryGuest: Laura Reiman, MS, NPCP-CPT, is the owner of The Pilates Powerhaus in Alexandria, Virginia, and author of ‘Pilates for Horses'. Follow for more tips on Instagram at @Pilatesforhorses or online at Pilates4horses.comGuest: Chloe Reid, Live Oak InternationalLink: Is It Kissing Spine, Or Are You Just a Bad Rider?Link: Updates out of WellingtonLink: Boyd Martin named international equestrian of the year but USEF, Greya is Horse of the YearLink: EHV UpdateProduct Review: Heels Down Holiday Gift Guide | Email Justine at Justine@heelsdownmedia.comSubscribe: The Brief |

Happy 2026 y'all, the Year of the Fire Horse. We promise we lunged it before we all got on. This month, we're kicking off the year with some of our favorite horse shows and settling in for the tougher topics of horse ownership. Thanks for tuning in.Guests and Links Episode 144:Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down MagazineHost: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne EquestrianHost: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel CreekFeatured Image: Drink Recipe: Dirty Coconut Coke Mocktail for Dry JanuaryGuest: Laura Reiman, MS, NPCP-CPT, is the owner of The Pilates Powerhaus in Alexandria, Virginia, and author of ‘Pilates for Horses'. Follow for more tips on Instagram at @Pilatesforhorses or online at Pilates4horses.comGuest: Chloe Reid, Live Oak InternationalLink: Is It Kissing Spine, Or Are You Just a Bad Rider?Link: Updates out of WellingtonLink: Boyd Martin named international equestrian of the year but USEF, Greya is Horse of the YearLink: EHV UpdateProduct Review: Heels Down Holiday Gift Guide | Email Justine at Justine@heelsdownmedia.comSubscribe: The Brief |

Send us a textPiper speaks with the United States Hunter Jumper Association (USHJA) President Britt McCormick about the state of our sport. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Britt McCormick has been an owner, rider and trainer for over 30 years at Elmstead Farm LLC in Parker, TX, and is the current USHJA President. Britt has been the show manager of many Premier, National, and local horse shows, and has served as a licensed official at top horse shows across the country as both a judge and a course designer. Britt has chaired several committees for the USHJA and USEF and was also on the Board of Directors at USHJA before becoming the president. Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineTitle Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSponsor: Windstar Cruises and Tendonall Equine Join us at an upcoming Plaidcast in Person live event!

This Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by USRider, is with top hunter, jumper and equitation rider and trainer Nick Haness. We talk to Nick us about his partnership with Cavaletto Loma Z and other horses who shaped his career, what drew him to hunters and jumpers and what he attributes to his success as rider, trainer and horseman. He also provides us with an update on the collection of rescue animals at his farm.About Nick HanessAfter a self-funded successful Junior career, hunter/jumper rider and trainer Nick started his own training and sales business at Hunterbrook Farms in Temecula, California, in 2009. Over the next several years, he achieved multiple top placings in the hunter divisions including back-to-back wins in the 2012 and 2013 World Championship Hunter Rider Handy Hunter Challenge and the championship in the 2016 First Year Green divisions at the Devon Horse Show and the Pennsylvania National Horse Show.Nick and Verdict were the reserve champion at the 2019 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championships, and a month later, he finished first and second on Crowd Pleaser and Reese's at the $50,000 Stal Hendrix Green Futurity Finals at the HITS Saugerties Championship. He also earned the 2019 USEF's Emerson Burr Award and was voted by his peers as the 2019 USEF National Equestrian of the Year.More recently, Nick and Cavaletto Loma Z had a number of notable recent wins in 2025 including the Platinum Performance USHJA International Hunter Derby Regional Championship at Traverse City and the USHJA International Hunter Derby at Desert Circuit Week 9. He also won the 2025 WCHR Professional Finals for the second time this past October.While Nick will be spending time in Wellington for the upcoming winter show season, he continues to operate his Hunterbrook Farms with his partner Ryan May.About This Episode's Sponsor, US RiderWhenever you call, USRider answers. We are you trusted equestrian roadside ally, ensuring your horse's safety on the road. Count on us for towing, flat tire repairs and more for your vehicle and horse trailer. Plus, access emergency veterinary, farrier and stabling referrals to keep your horses healthy. Stay on the road and in the saddle with USRider. Visit USRider.org today and become a member.

This Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by USRider, is with top hunter, jumper and equitation rider and trainer Nick Haness. We talk to Nick us about his partnership with Cavaletto Loma Z and other horses who shaped his career, what drew him to hunters and jumpers and what he attributes to his success as rider, trainer and horseman. He also provides us with an update on the collection of rescue animals at his farm.About Nick HanessAfter a self-funded successful Junior career, hunter/jumper rider and trainer Nick started his own training and sales business at Hunterbrook Farms in Temecula, California, in 2009. Over the next several years, he achieved multiple top placings in the hunter divisions including back-to-back wins in the 2012 and 2013 World Championship Hunter Rider Handy Hunter Challenge and the championship in the 2016 First Year Green divisions at the Devon Horse Show and the Pennsylvania National Horse Show.Nick and Verdict were the reserve champion at the 2019 USHJA International Hunter Derby Championships, and a month later, he finished first and second on Crowd Pleaser and Reese's at the $50,000 Stal Hendrix Green Futurity Finals at the HITS Saugerties Championship. He also earned the 2019 USEF's Emerson Burr Award and was voted by his peers as the 2019 USEF National Equestrian of the Year.More recently, Nick and Cavaletto Loma Z had a number of notable recent wins in 2025 including the Platinum Performance USHJA International Hunter Derby Regional Championship at Traverse City and the USHJA International Hunter Derby at Desert Circuit Week 9. He also won the 2025 WCHR Professional Finals for the second time this past October.While Nick will be spending time in Wellington for the upcoming winter show season, he continues to operate his Hunterbrook Farms with his partner Ryan May.About This Episode's Sponsor, US RiderWhenever you call, USRider answers. We are you trusted equestrian roadside ally, ensuring your horse's safety on the road. Count on us for towing, flat tire repairs and more for your vehicle and horse trailer. Plus, access emergency veterinary, farrier and stabling referrals to keep your horses healthy. Stay on the road and in the saddle with USRider. Visit USRider.org today and become a member.

Karen and Robby get to know Kentucky based, 4* Eventer Kate Sands. Kate shares her story of growing up in Kentucky and convincing her Dad to purchase an OTTB as a "re-sell" project and naming him after Bourbon only to end up keeping him and taking him all the way to the Advanced/4* level. Kate and her husband, now have their own farm in Georgetown, KY and loving every minute of it. We had a great time getting to know Kate and hearing her story and we hope you do too!PC: Gold Horse MediaFollow Kate's journey:https://www.instagram.com/shamrock.eventing/?hl=enhttps://www.facebook.com/shamrock.eventing.ky/Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClECheckout the Major League Eventing store!https://www.majorleagueeventing.com/shop 

Piper speaks with two of the 2025 ASPCA Maclay Finals judges- Robin Swinderman Mitchell and Jimmy Toon. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Robin Swinderman Mitchell is a trainer, rider and licensed USEF 'R" judge. At RSM Equestrian, LLC in Morriston, Florida, Robin specializes in the development of young horses and riders motivated to improve their skills and understanding their horse. Robin and her horses have been named champions at prestigious shows such as the National Horse Show, Capital Challenge, and Winter Equestrian Festival. Guest: James “Jimmy” Toon is a trainer, rider and USEF R-rated judge. As the owner of JT Farm, Jimmy oversees the education of all the students and horses at the farm. Jimmy and his students have been champion or reserve at most major horse shows on the East Coast including The Pennsylvania National Horse Show, The Washington International Horse Show, The National Horse Show, The Devon Horse Show, and The Capital Challenge Horse Show. Always in demand as a judge, Jimmy has presided at horse shows from Florida to Oregon, California to Maine, and in Canada including The USEF Medal Finals, The ASPCA Maclay Finals, The New England Equitation Championships and many more.Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineTitle Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesSponsors: Purina, Great American Insurance Group and Windstar Cruises  Join us at an upcoming Plaidcast in Person live event!

We're still pumping out interviews from the Mars Maryland 5*! This week we share interviews with Sydney Hagaman, Sophia Middlebrook, Allie Knowles, Arden Wildasin, Brooke Burchianti, Monica Spencer, Ryan Wood, Mary Bess Davis, Felix Vogg, Jonelle Price and Mia Farley. We will be back to our regular interviews in a week or two but in the meantime, we hope you enjoy these fun interviews.Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClECheckout the Major League Eventing store!https://www.majorleagueeventing.com/shop 

It's here! All the goodies on our holiday wish list for 2025. This month, we're also talking to the founder of a brand new jumping and dressage circuit that wants to be the opposite of USEF. And ever wonder what goes into breed inspections for stallions and foals? You're about to find out. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 142:Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down MagazineHost: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne EquestrianHost: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel CreekFeatured Image: Courtesy of Heels DownDrink Recipe: Werther's Hot ToddyLink: JJ Torano squeaks out the win in the Maclay Final Link: Mud, Moisture, and Scratches: Fall Skin Challenges You Shouldn't IgnoreLink: HDHH is in the Washington Post!Guest: Doug Payne of Payne EquestrianGuest: David Reichert of UDJCProduct Review: Heels Down Holiday Gift Guide | Email Justine at Justine@heelsdownmedia.comSubscribe: The Brief | Heels Down Spark | Donate | Our PatreonJoin our Facebook Group: Search for “Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Lounge“This episode is presented by: Ecogold (Introducing The Vertical, the latest innovative saddle pad from Ecogold) and listeners like you! Thank you to our sponsors!

It's here! All the goodies on our holiday wish list for 2025. This month, we're also talking to the founder of a brand new jumping and dressage circuit that wants to be the opposite of USEF. And ever wonder what goes into breed inspections for stallions and foals? You're about to find out. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 142:Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down MagazineHost: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne EquestrianHost: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel CreekFeatured Image: Courtesy of Heels DownDrink Recipe: Werther's Hot ToddyLink: JJ Torano squeaks out the win in the Maclay Final Link: Mud, Moisture, and Scratches: Fall Skin Challenges You Shouldn't IgnoreLink: HDHH is in the Washington Post!Guest: Doug Payne of Payne EquestrianGuest: David Reichert of UDJCProduct Review: Heels Down Holiday Gift Guide | Email Justine at Justine@heelsdownmedia.comSubscribe: The Brief | Heels Down Spark | Donate | Our PatreonJoin our Facebook Group: Search for “Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Lounge“This episode is presented by: Ecogold (Introducing The Vertical, the latest innovative saddle pad from Ecogold) and listeners like you! Thank you to our sponsors!

We had so many interviews from the MD5* high and plan on sharing them over the next couple weeks from the MD5* Radio which is provided by Taylor Harris Insurance Services during the Mars Maryland 5* at Fair Hill presented by Brown Advisory. This week is Dressage Day 2 and we talked to the Cross Country Course Designer Pierre le Goupil, Hayley Frielick, Maya Clarkson, Alyssa Phillips, Caitlin O'Roark, Maddie Tempkin, Colin Gaffney and Mike Pendelton. We are so excited to share these fun interviews with you and hope you enjoy them as much as we did!Please support our sponsors:https://cowboymagic.com/https://manentailequine.com/https://exhibitorlabs.com/https://www.triplecrownfeed.com/Sign up for our mailing list!https://mailchi.mp/b232b86de7e5/majorleagueeventingllc?fbclid=IwAR2Wp0jijRKGwGU3TtPRN7wMo-UAWBwrUy2nYz3gQXXJRmSJVLIzswvtClECheckout the Major League Eventing store!https://www.majorleagueeventing.com/shop 

Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live studio audience at Grier School in Birmingham, Pennsylvania with Kara Lawler, Chrystal Coffelt-Wood, Lindsay Shaw, Natalie Townsend, and Logan Faison.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Kara Lawler is the Head of School after serving as the Dean of Enrollment and Marketing, the English Department Chair, and the Assistant Director of Admissions over the course of her 19-year career at Grier. Kara brings 25 years of educational experience to the school, with a B.A. in English and an M.A.Ed. in Educational Leadership.Guest: Chrystal Coffelt-Wood started in the Fall of 2013 as the Director of Riding. She comes with over 30 years of professional experience in training horses and developing successful, competitive riders on the local and national level in hunters,  jumpers, equitation, and dressage. Her students have had much success with top ribbons at Pony Finals, USHJA Zone 2 Finals, the Pennsylvania National Horse Show, the Capital Challenge Horse Show, USDF National Finals, USEF Festival of Champions, FEI North American Dressage Championships, IEA Nationals, USHJA Junior Jumper Championship, and the Devon Horse Show.  Guest: Lindsay Shaw graduated from the Grier School in 2020, where she attended for 5 years and served as the Hunt Seat and Dressage captain for 3 years. She competed in USEF, USDF, and IEA competitions with the Grier School Equestrian Team. After graduation, she attended Emory & Henry University where she competed on their IDA and IHSA teams and earned accolades including Female Newcomer Athlete of the Year and a First Level Championship at IDA Nationals and contributed to a 2024 National Champion Team title. She now works at the Grier School as an Admissions and Marketing Associate and Assistant Director of Summer Camp. Guest: Natalie Townsend is from Kempton, PA, and is a senior at the Grier School where she is in her fourth year. She serves as the captain of the Varsity Hunt Seat team and currently competes on the A circuit in the 3'3” Junior Hunter division with her personal horse, Exclusive. Guest: Logan Faison is from Linville, VA, and is a junior at the Grier School and a member of the Varsity Hunt Seat and Western teams. Logan is going into her fourth year at Grier School where she serves as the Varsity Hunt Seat captain for two years. Logan shows both of her personal horses in the AQHA and NRHA circuits as well as many of Grier's talented horses in USEF and USHJA show circuits.Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse MagazineRead the Latest Issue of The Plaid Horse MagazineSponsors: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, BoneKare, Great American Insurance Group, Equine Affaire and Windstar Cruises Join us at an upcoming Plaidcast in Person event!