Best Horse Illustrated Podcasts (2024)

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Ep19-Overcome fear and get back in the saddle 44:46

6h ago44:46

44:46

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise chat with Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) clinical practitioner Sarah Louise Lilley about getting back in the saddle after fear takes over. Next, they discuss Horse Adoption Month and feature the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month—a big, beautiful gray Thor…

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Founder & CEO of Hope Reins Kim Tschirret 46:24

4h ago46:24

46:24

Founded in 2010, Hope Reins is Kim’s heartfelt response to her childhood marked by abuse and trauma. Seeking love amid familial alcoholism, Kim found solace in her loyal horse, Country, sparking her journey of hope and healing. Now, at the 38-acre Hope Reins ranch in Raleigh, North Carolina, Kim’s team has empowered more than 3,000 children to disc…

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Ep18-Tölting in New Zealand, everything FOALS, and Equine Affaire 58:46

28d ago58:46

58:46

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise discuss Holly's recent ride on an Icelandic Horse in New Zealand, then chat everything FOALS with Natalie Keller Reinert, author of Foaling Season and many other books. Finally, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoption barn at Equine Affaire Ohio, taking place April 11-…

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Ep17-Your burning equine nutrition questions answered 53:08

2M ago53:08

53:08

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise discuss recent lamenesses and upcoming travel, then chat with equine nutritionist Rachel Mottet, Ph.D. Finally, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Trooper. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products. For special subscription …

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Facilitator, Author, & Death Doula Deborah Draves Legg 1:04:25

3M ago1:04:25

1:04:25

After concluding a fulfilling 30-year career in nursing in 2006, she and her husband, Steve, embarked on an adventurous journey beyond the borders of the USA, landing in the picturesque landscapes of Costa Rica. There, they undertook a remarkable transformation of a 26-acre dairy farm, which eventually blossomed into a beloved retreat center nestle…

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Ep16-Meet certified fitness performance coach Ifa Simmonds 50:56

3M ago50:56

50:56

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to Ifa Simmonds, a certified fitness performance coach for equestrians with over a decade of experience and creator of The Equestrian Fitness Academy . Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Steele City Dude. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products. For…

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Australian Horsewoman, EFL Innovator, and Author Sue Spence 1:12:40

4M ago1:12:40

1:12:40

Sue has 40 years of equestrian experience in show jumping and eventing and has specialized in natural horsemanship for the past 25 years, successfully competing in many natural horsemanship shows. Currently, Sue works with horses and clients on the Gold Coast, Australia, and her vision is to see people trained to deliver the well-known and highly r…

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Ep15-New year, new goals: Is your horse feeling good? 1:04:45

4M ago1:04:45

1:04:45

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to Paige Billek, DVM, whose equine practice focuses on preventative and sports medicine. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, a calm, 6-year-old American Saddlebred gelding suitable for any discipline named SH Admiral Blacklaw. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straigh…

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Wild Horse Advocate, Writer, and Photographer Sandy Sharkey 1:07:14

5M ago1:07:14

1:07:14

Sandy Sharkey is a wild horse advocate, photographer, writer, guest speaker and retreat host. The first time she saw wild horses, it changed her life. The sight of these free spirits galloping across a mountain vista became an exchange of energy, unlike anything she had ever felt. Sandy became immersed in the world of wild horses, observing their c…

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Ep14-The good and bad of wintering with horses, plus blind horse advocate Christine Olsen 44:00

5M ago44:00

44:00

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise discuss the nitty and the gritty of wintering with horses in Illinois and California, then chat with blind horse advocate Christine Olsen. Finally, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Fabio. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow P…

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Clinical and Sport Psychologist - Specializing in Equestrian Sport Dr. Paul Haefner 1:01:57

6M ago1:01:57

1:01:57

Psychologist, mentor, educator, and speaker. With over 35 years of professional experience, Paul T. Haefner, Ph.D. focuses his energy these days serving the equestrian community. In 1998 he founded Riding Far, LLC to provide a broad range of sport and performance psychology services for riders. He is passionate about learning and integrating knowle…

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Ep13-Even horse lovers can cook a Thanksgiving meal! And other thankful topics. 53:55

6M ago53:55

53:55

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Adrienne Brandes, an equestrian who loves entertaining, wrote a cookbook, and hosts a YouTube show. Next up is Ava, who shares her ASPCA Right Horse adoption story, a real reason to be thankful. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products. For sp…

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Consultant, Coach & Owner of Liberty Lane Retreats Mena Canonico 1:04:35

7M ago1:04:35

1:04:35

Mena Canonico is the Founder of Liberty Lane Retreats, located just north of Toronto, Canada. Mena left a successful 16-year corporate career in 2006 to pursue her purpose and create more meaning in her life. Horses galloped back into her life in 2009, and while she instantly knew how powerful it would be to incorporate them into her business (then…

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Ep12-The story of the first Black female jockey 49:07

7M ago49:07

49:07

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to Raymond White Jr., co-author of The Jockey & Her Horse, a true story about his sister Cheryl White, the first Black female jockey. They also talk to Abriana Johnson, author of the Cowgirl Camryn series, who helped bring the book across the finish line. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable…

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Lidia Kuleshnyk founder of Apona Healing 1:02:54

8M ago1:02:54

1:02:54

Lidia Kuleshnyk is a Renaissance Woman and founder of AponaHealing.com, she brings together 30 years of passion, expertise, and wisdom in four pathways, for every stage of personal development, to help you live a Centered, Connected and Conscious™ Life. Her Apona Healing Ranch offers Equine-Assisted Therapy and Equine Healing Retreats to help you r…

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Ep11-Equestrian physical therapy and interior design 54:28

8M ago54:28

54:28

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to Allie Baier, a Doctor of Physical Therapy and founder of EquiPT, and Lyndsay Hunter of Hunter Design equestrian-inspired interior design firm. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Draco. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products. For special subscrip…

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World Renowned Psychologist and Equine Facilitated Therapy Advocate Dr Giselle Faubel 1:09:23

9M ago1:09:23

1:09:23

Dr. Giselle Faubel is a world-renowned psychologist with a passion for equine-assisted therapy and coaching. After graduating from Harvard, she began her career as a pediatric neuropsychologist and has since dedicated her life to applying the powerful relationship between humans and horses in therapeutic and corporate settings. She is the founder o…

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Ep10-Meet the Special Olympics NY equestrian coach, plus the founder of Mini Therapy Horses 58:00

9M ago58:00

58:00

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to Lauren Reischer, head equestrian coach at Special Olympics New York, and Victoria Nodiff-Netanel, founder of Mini Therapy Horses. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Charlie Brown, who is the 500th horse impacted by the ASPCA Equine Transition and Adoption Center. Spe…

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The Body Scan, a guided practice 10:31

10M ago10:31

10:31

This episode is a recording of the way I teach the body scan. This technique is taught and utilized in many of my workshops AND with clients working with their horses. The body scan is designed to help us attune to our sensing body, enabling us to better "hear" the messages we are receiving through our body. The secret is to begin to dialogue and h…

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Episode 9: BreyerFest and Chincoteague Pony Swim 50:37

10M ago50:37

50:37

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to Stephanie Macejko, Breyer's VP of Marketing and Product Development, and Amanda Geci, VP of the International Chincoteague Pony Association. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Miss Madeline. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products.…

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LCSW, RPT and Founder of Soul Friends, Inc. Kate Nicoll 1:02:01

11M ago1:02:01

1:02:01

Kate Nicoll, LCSW, RPT, is the founder and CEO of Soul Friends, Inc: Animal Assisted Therapy Programs of CT. Kate grew up with a deep love and gratitude for her animal friends and how they helped her in times of childhood trauma. A graduate of Elms College and Smith College, Kate has worked in a variety of settings, including medical and psychiatri…

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Episode 8: Equestrian consignment and Breyer mania 49:49

11M ago49:49

49:49

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to equestrian consignment business owner Taylor Hall and Breyer collector Elizabeth Orris. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Atlas. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products.By Horse Illustrated

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Psychotherapist, Author, & Educator Leif Hallberg 1:16:40

12M ago1:16:40

1:16:40

Leif is considered one of the foremost leading experts in the equine-assisted mental health (EAMH) and equine-assisted learning (EAL) industry. Leif has been involved with EAMH/EAL since its inception in the early 1990s – participating in a majority of the milestone moments, leading the industry towards a new level of insight and awareness, and chr…

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Episode 7: Thoroughbred Makeover and Adopt a Horse Month 45:57

1y ago45:57

45:57

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to author and Thoroughbred aficionado Sarah Hickner and Eques Pante creator Jessica Andrews. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horses of the month for this special Horse Adoption Month episode. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products.…

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David Sonatore, LCSW, SEP, Eponaquest Approved Instructor 1:12:29

1y ago1:12:29

1:12:29

David is a certified Experiential Learning with Horses Instructor. He graduated from the Eponaquest Program in Tucson, AZ in 2005 and has since completed his Somatic Experiencing Training – the body-based intervention discipline created by Dr. Peter Levine, author of Waking the Tiger and In an Unspoken Voice. He’s also a therapist in private practi…

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Episode 6: Does your saddle fit? 1:02:48

1y ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to Certified Master Saddler and Saddle Ergonomist Jochen Schleese and author and dressage trainer Jec Ballou. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Lauren. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products.By Horse Illustrated

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Co-Founder of The Eagala Model, Arenas for Change, & Horses for Mental Health Lynn Thomas, LCSW 58:20

1y ago58:20

58:20

Lynn Thomas, LCSW, Co-founder/CEO of Arenas for Change (ARCH) and Co-founder/President of Horses for Mental Health Lynn Thomas has been in the industry of incorporating horses for mental health for over 25 years. She co-founded and developed the Eagala Model of training in 1999, playing a significant part in pioneering the growth of involving horse…

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Episode 5: Chat with New York Times reporter, horse girl and author Sarah Maslin Nir 48:23

1y ago48:23

48:23

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland talk to New York Times staff reporter Sarah Maslin Nir about her just-released book, "The Flying Horse." Next, they chat with equine bodyworker and Mini Horse enthusiast Jenny Zonghetti. Plus, hear about the ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Armani. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight…

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Author, Trainer, Innovator, & Developer of The Epona Approach Linda Kohanov 1:20:19

1y ago1:20:19

1:20:19

Linda Kohanov is an internationally-recognized author, speaker, riding instructor and horse trainer. She is a pioneer in the field of Equine-Facilitated Learning and a respected writer on the subject of Equine-Facilitated Therapy. In 1997, she founded an Arizona-based collective of horse professionals, educators, coaches and mental health professio…

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Episode 4: Meet a freelance writer and equine entrepreneur 48:55

1y ago48:55

48:55

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland chat with freelance writer Hope Ellis-Ashburn and Leah Kaufmann, founder of Dapplebay. Plus, hear about our ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Miss Jane. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products.By Horse Illustrated

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Horsewoman & CEO of TeachingHorse, LLC - home to the Diamond Model of Shared Leadership- June Gunter 59:54

1+ y ago59:54

59:54

June Gunter, Ed.D., is the Co-Founder and CEO of TeachingHorse, LLC. Established in 2004, TeachingHorse offers a unique approach to leadership development that is inspired by how horses lead their herds. Our mission is to bring horses and people together to discover more effective ways of leading that create healthy communities. TeachingHorse has w…

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Episode 3: Goal Setting and Nutrition for the New Year 46:57

1+ y ago46:57

46:57

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland chat with Taryn Young and Natalie Gavi. Plus, hear about our ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, I'm a Designer. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products.By Horse Illustrated

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A Message from Cathy Huddleston 1:28

1+ y ago1:28

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Thanks for listening!By Cathy Huddleston

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Educator, Therapist, Equine Advocate, and Horsewoman Nina Ekholm Fry 59:46

1+ y ago59:46

59:46

Nina Ekholm Fry is the Director of Equine Programs at the Institute for Human-Animal Connection at University of Denver where her work encompasses therapeutic human-horse interactions and equine behavior and welfare. She is an adjunct professor in the Graduate School of Social Work and the Graduate School of Professional Psychology, and leads the p…

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Reiki Practitioner & Licensed Master Social Worker Ashley Danenhower 51:04

1+ y ago51:04

51:04

Ashley Danenhower is a person who has lived many lives, someone who has been motivated to try new situations, and is a resilient person. From living and working at Arcosanti, an Archology in Cordes Junction, Arizona; to apprenticing under Robert Ault the co-founder of the American Association of Art Therapy in Topeka, Kansas; to working for Homelan…

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Episode 2: Meet an author and small business owner 1:05:43

1+ y ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland chat with author Courtney Maum and small business owner Rebecca Yuhasz Smith of Rebecca Ray Designs. Plus, hear about our ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Nomad. Special thanks to our title sponsor, Straight Arrow Products.By Horse Illustrated

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Horse Girl & Equine Therapies Specialist Regan Mays 59:45

1+ y ago59:45

59:45

Regan Mays is a life-long horse girl, equine therapies specialist, and younger sister to a special needs sibling. She is based in Scottsdale AZ, and provides customized and holistic equine assisted activities. Her unique approach is a combination of her experiences and education in psychology, behavior therapy, yoga, equine assisted therapy, chirop…

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Author, Coach, & Design Expert for Equine-Inspired Businesses Schelli Whitehouse 47:00

1+ y ago47:00

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Schelli Whitehouse is an author, coach, and design expert for extraordinary equine-inspired businesses. She has been a certified equine-assisted coach since 2008 and in 2017 turned her focus toward helping other equine-assisted coaches, therapists, facilitators, and trainers weave their personal genius, ambitions, and philosophy into a lifestyle bu…

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Equine-Partnered Life & Business Coach, Author, & Speaker Kate Neligan 1:02:13

1+ y ago1:02:13

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Kate Neligan is an Equine-Partnered Life/Business Coach who helps her clients with their intuition, emotional intelligence, and empowered leadership both virtually and in-person with horses. Kate left her VP of Marketing career at Lionsgate (and previously AFI) to pursue her calling for the transformation that is possible from the human-animal bond…

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Educator, Psychotherapist & New Horse Mom Dr. Deana Plaskon 49:55

1+ y ago49:55

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Deana is a psychotherapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, and other mental health struggles. Her practice, Reflections in the Waves, is located in Southwest Florida. It is a place where clients can engage in equine and other therapeutic psychotherapy methods. Her goal is to build trust and confidence in a warm…

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Episode 1: Meet our co-hosts plus a small business owner and equine photographer 58:52

1+ y ago58:52

58:52

In podcast episode 1 of Barn Banter by Horse Illustrated, sponsored by Straight Arrow Products, co-hosts Raquel Lynn and Susan Friedland chat with business owner Amy Ellison and equine photographer Shelley Paulson. Listen now to meet Amy and Shelley. Plus, hear about our ASPCA Right Horse adoptable horse of the month, Faith, offered MSPCA at Nevins…

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Advocate, Author, & Speaker Win Charles 52:22

1+ y ago52:22

52:22

Born with Cerebral Palsy, Win Charles has defied the odds by becoming an author. Her memoir I, Win is an amazing story of how she remembers her life through the years of having a condition called “CP”. As a competitor in the Kona IronMan Triathlon, CEO of her own jewelry design company, and motivational speaker, Win Charles truly is an inspiration …

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Master Level Reiki Practitioner, Certified Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator and Teacher Leah Dyck 1:05:43

1+ y ago1:05:43

1:05:43

Leah Dyck has a passion for both human and equine wellness. She is co-owner of Stone Clad Farms, a Master level Reiki practitioner, a Certified Equine Assisted Learning Facilitator, and Teacher of Equus Empowered and Horse Culture & Energy programs as well as associated workshop and session offerings. A generational and lifetime horse person Leah h…

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Animal Communicator Mary Paulette 1:07:05

1+ y ago1:07:05

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Mary Paulette, also known as MP, is an animal communicator based in Calgary, Alberta and she is changing the lives of animals and people all over the world! MP took her animal communication gifts to the next level in 2018, when she started her business, Connect with Mary Paulette. She hasn’t looked back and continues to dive into her passion each d…

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Therapist, Foster Parent, & founder of Grey Muzzle Manor Sanctuary Marcy Tocker 1:07:06

1+ y ago1:07:06

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A clinical mental health professional, residing in Mohrsville, Pennsylvania, She graduated with her M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Immaculata University in 2018. She became intrigued in equine assisted psychotherapy at the age of 19 through interactions with her very special mare and best friend, Fancy. She remembers thinking, “ever…

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Inventor, Innovator, Author, & Educator Temple Grandin PhD 1:02:05

1+ y ago1:02:05

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She obtained her B.A. at Franklin Pierce College and her M.S. in Animal Science at Arizona State University, and then went to receive her Ph.D in Animal Science from the University of Illinois in 1989. Today she teaches courses on livestock behavior and facility design at Colorado State University and consults with the livestock industry on facilit…

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A Conversation with Two of my Dearest Friends - Sherilyn Tarver and her daughter Danielle Coulter 49:19

1+ y ago49:19

49:19

Born in Kentucky and raised by the woods in a rural area, my dear friend Sherilyn Tarver has been defined by this environment and this continues to influence how she relates to nature, plants, and animal beings still today. As a child she was distracted from her nature-based environment and socialized into the church, school, and civilization. Even…

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Introducing: The Bag - A show about Sports, Money, and Making It 1:34

1+ y ago1:34

1:34

Ever wonder how some teams can seemingly do everything wrong and still generate record-profits? Or how some athletes end up going broke? Or why suddenly, everyone in pro sports seems to be obsessed with cryptocurrency? Former NFL running back (and Dancing With The Stars champ) Rashad Jennings has teamed up with award-winning journalist Lindsay McCo…

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Therapist, Coach, Co-creator of the Epona Approach Kathleen Barry-Ingram, M.A. 1:05:27

1+ y ago1:05:27

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Kathleen is a Tucson-based life coach, consultant, lecturer and educator specializing in assisting individuals in personal/professional growth and Equine-Facilitated Experiential Learning. Kathleen is dedicated to helping individuals and groups move beyond limiting patterns of thought and behavior, assisting them in the discovery of possibilities t…

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Marketing Expert, Life Coach, Strategist, and Influencer Natalie Petersen 51:57

1+ y ago51:57

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Natalie is a communications professional working to erect a life of service as coach, author, and mental health influencer. While she resides in Colorado, she's virtual in most everything she does these days, including hosting her own podcast, and coaching clients in communication with Self and Others through 1-on-1, group and on-demand sessions. A…

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