Best Natural Horsemanship Podcasts (2024)

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S1E5: The Pursuit of Knowledge w/ Marina Wenner (Gypsy Equestrian) 58:42

1h ago58:42

58:42

Join us as we sit down with Marina Wenner of Gypsy Equestrian to discuss the importance of constant learning for equestrians, positive reinforcement, and her positive reinforcement online training academy, Positive Horse Training! Meet Marina: Instagram - @gypsyequestrian, @positive.horsetraining Website - positive.horse YouTube - Gypsy Equestrian …

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Contact and the Rein Aids 31:45

1h ago31:45

31:45

Do you know how to use your rein aids effectively? It’s important to know how to use these aids in an intentional way so that we aren’t just pulling on our horse’s mouth! In this episode, Germán and I break down how you can use your rein aids with intention and for a purpose and the role that the reins play in having steady contact and connection w…

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Horsemanship Challenges - 1 year celebration + giveaway 12:36

35m ago12:36

12:36

Send us a Text Message. 🎉 Happy 1st Anniversary to the Podcast! 🎉 Can you believe it’s been a whole year of amazing episodes? How cool is that?! Tune in to celebrate with me! I’ll be sharing what you can study with me for free today - and there’s a special giveaway too. Don’t miss out! Deadline for giveaway entries is: 6 September 2024 ♥ Thanks for…

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From Cocaine Addict to Business Coach - A conversation with Cindy Van Arnam 49:06

8m ago49:06

49:06

Entrepreneurship is not for the faint of heart. However, it can be one of the most rewarding career paths if you harness your own inner passions and lean into what is coded to you as you build your legacy to share your gifts with the world. Join me as I have a conversation with Cindy Van Arnam. She is a Numerologist and Divine Timing Coach for Mult…

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S1E4: Comfort-First Tack w/ Linda Hauck (Tapestry Equine Products) 56:38

6d ago56:38

56:38

Linda Hauck founded Tapestry Equine Products with the goal of developing softer riders and happier horses. Her comfort-first tack exactly matches her riding and training philosophy surrounding horses--that everything should simply be horse-first. Listen in as we discuss anatomical fit, comfort-first tack, and softness in training. Discover Tapestry…

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51. Relaxation should be priority 18:59

4d ago18:59

18:59

Send us a Text Message. The title says it all! When we prioritize relaxation, even when our horses are already calm, we build trust and earn extra points in their minds. This way, when we need to ask for relaxation in challenging moments, they'll be more likely to believe us. Tune in to learn why making relaxation a habit can transform your connect…

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Burnout, stress, awareness..PLW Thursdays 9:27

6d ago9:27

9:27

We all have it as humans..stress and burn out..but it doesn't have to be..Join me as I share some nuggets of awareness.By Mielle Fox

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Ep. 102 Getting Involved in Reining with Shane Brown 42:30

7d ago42:30

42:30

In this podcast Nichole Chirico and Devin Conley speak with NRHA Professional Shane Brown about reining and how to get involved as a non-pro rider. This episode is brought to you by EOR Strips. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram. We want to hear from you! Email Nichole and Devin at HorseandRider@equinenetwork.com if you have any questio…

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Rider Position and Balance 28:50

11d ago28:50

28:50

Our horses are our mirrors. That’s why I am such a strong believer in effective rider position. In honor of the Olympics and the equestrian events featuring the world’s top level riders, this week Germán and I are focusing on all things rider position. Tune in to hear more about why focusing on our rider position is so important and critical in tra…

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50. Content creating & showjumping: A special interview with Bianca Schoenmakers 40:35

14d ago40:35

40:35

Send us a Text Message. To my awesome listeners, get ready for an enlightening and fun interview! Meet Bianca – she's been training horses and dominating showjumping competitions since she was a kid. With a background as impressive as her character, Bianca's commitment to self-care and self-awareness is truly inspiring. I'm proud to know her, and I…

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Nurture Herself - a conversation with Amanda Fortin 36:38

12d ago36:38

36:38

Amanda is a midlife stepmom, high school teacher, Reiki master, and life coach. She is the creator of Nurture Herself because I felt we need a place to learn how to take care of us. She aligns her knowledge of self development and self care, reiki, and her experience in education with 10 plus years of teaching high school students to strategize, pl…

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Riding During Rehab 29:17

18d ago29:17

29:17

Do you know how to help your horse build muscle? This week of Dressage with Amelia focuses on how you can help support your horse’s muscle development with care. This topic is personal to me because it’s something I’ve been working on with my horse Harvey in his recovery. Hear more about how Germán and I work with our horses and their development. …

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49. When young horses start to get wise 27:23

19d ago27:23

27:23

Send us a Text Message. In my world of horse training we 'start' horses, we do not break them. In many cases (not all) - 'to break in a horse' pretty much does what its says, it breaks them. Starting horses is a process, one of which takes time so it becomes a permanent and beautiful thing. In this episode I share with you a bit about my young hors…

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Finding Joy in the Hard - a Conversation with Suzanne Andora Barron 35:20

19d ago35:20

35:20

Suzanne Andora Barron is a writer, Jin Shin Jyutsu and Yoga Practitioner, Meditation Coach, Podcaster Losing a child is among the most unthinkable, difficult and painful experiences for any parent. Suzanne lost her son from leukemia at age 9. In her own words, “I didn’t know how to breathe let alone live. Sunlight physically hurt. I was in deep gri…

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Suppling a Stiff Horse 26:15

25d ago26:15

26:15

Do you ever feel like your horse is stiff as a board? Sometimes it can feel frustrating and like you are stuck! In this episode, Germán and I discuss the value of suppleness. Tune in to learn more about what we mean when we refer to suppleness and how we approach it in training horses and working with students. We share some of our favorite exercis…

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48. What is your special sauce? 14:24

1M ago14:24

14:24

Send us a Text Message. Do you know what your talents are? Maybe you are not sure or have not eve thought about it? Either way listen to this show where I share with you some thoughts ♥ Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Sign up to my FREE online training HEREBy Zoë Coade

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Breathing into Your Heart - a Conversation with Julia Christine 40:57

26d ago40:57

40:57

Julia Christine is a channel, conduit and Intuitive Healer. In her healing sessions she uses her direct connection to Source Energy and an array of Spiritual Gifts to heal and remove stagnant energy and help her clients connect to their inner beings and therefore Source Energy, while also providing guidance and direction towards their own inner com…

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Ep. 101: Horse Showing with Charlie Cole of Highpoint Performance Horses 28:02

28d ago28:02

28:02

In this podcast Nichole Chirico speaks with professional trainer Charlie Cole of Highpoint Performance Horses, to discuss his horse showing strategy, Highpoint Performance Horses, and how to prep a horse for the show pen. This episode is brought to you by SmartPak. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram. We want to hear from you! Email Nich…

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Inside Leg to Outside Rein 35:51

1M ago35:51

35:51

It's the phrase we've all heard before... but what does it really mean?! Inside Leg to Outside rein can feel like a concept that is hard to understand and apply. In this episode of Dressage with Amelia, Germán and I explain what it means, why it is important in Dressage, and how you can feel it and achieve it with your horse!…

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47. Uncertainty in training 20:54

1M ago20:54

20:54

Send us a Text Message. Everybody and I mean, everybody at some point feel uncertain. That's just the way it is! There is far too much we can learn about horses and it is impossible to know it all, but where one can be successful and feel more certain is to continue our study and not be afraid to put to practice new things we learn ♥ Thanks for lis…

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Creating space for inner peace through yoga and sound healing - Megan Lee 39:38

1M ago39:38

39:38

It takes a lot of guts to really look at your stories and offer yourself true forgiveness for all the different versions of you just trying to get by, trying to fit in, trying to live out the stories. Megan is a wellspring of compassion, kindness, and a shining example of what life can look like when we’re ready to release and receive the abundance…

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46. Do the best with what you've got 21:24

2M ago21:24

21:24

Send us a Text Message. It is absolutely possible to be successful with horses without the fancy arena, the best tack and tools or even the best bred horses. Of course all of those things could make it better or easier, but that really depends on who you are, how determined you are and your willingness to search for gold under any circumstance ♥ Th…

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Energy Whispers Transformation - A conversation with Voula Stojkovic 37:37

1M ago37:37

37:37

Voula Stojkovic was born and raised on the West Coast of Canada. She is a lover of the ocean; it's where her soul feels most at home. Over the last decade, she has delved deep into learning and obtaining certifications in various energy healing modalities. She wears several energy healing modality hats including: Bio Energy practitioner, Akashic Re…

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Training Up the Levels 39:07

2M ago39:07

39:07

The Training Scale is so important for so many reasons… including being important from a Dressage judge’s perspective! This is a special episode of Dressage with Amelia where I welcome my friend and FEI rider and licensed judge, Nicole. Nicole shares more about how judges use the Training Scale and why it is important not only in training your hors…

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45. Last impression is your first impression 16:00

2M ago16:00

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Send us a Text Message. Just like us, if the last impression your horse had of you is not great and this continues over a period of time, they can and will start to remember that. Relationship & Bonding is a big chunk of what my horsemanship training is all about, so have a listen and I hope you agree and can relate ♥ Thanks for listening! Follow m…

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Domestic Violence and Narcisssism - a conversation with Stephany Ann 44:46

2M ago44:46

44:46

Domestic violence permeates our society. It impacts lives through multiple channels, not just physically but emotionally, spiritually and mentally. It can be debilitating for victims to a place where they may not feel they have any other choice but to stay in a violent, destructive and painful relationship. Join me in today’s conversation as I inte…

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Contact & The Training Scale 36:11

2M ago36:11

36:11

In Thursday’s session, we talked all about the concept of contact within the training scale. An essential aspect of riding that ensures effective communication with our horses. We'll talk about achieving steady contact, the importance of rhythm and suppleness, and how these elements help develop a strong connection with your horse. Free 5 Day Bootc…

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44. My current idols 17:23

2M ago17:23

17:23

Send us a Text Message. I encourage everyone to have idols, that means everyone, including my idols :) In no particular order, I share with your my top 8 of which you can click on their names leading to one of their social media pages ♥ Mia Rodley Cathy Mittig Jesse Drent Alizee Froment Ben Atkinson Warwick Schiller Bianca Schoenmakers Buck Brannam…

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From Corporate Manager to Reiki Practitioner - Convo with Suzanne Masland 26:22

2M ago26:22

26:22

Suzanne Masland is Reiki II practitioner and founder of Kiomi Reiki. Soon after retiring from a full and satisfying career, she knew she wanted to continue giving, and in ways that resonate in a more holistic medium. Her best advise after multiple decades in the corporate world: Listen to your heart! As a seasoned manager I frequently forgot my nee…

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Ep. 100 Connecting With Your Horse With Stacy Westfall 49:25

2M ago49:25

49:25

In this podcast Nichole Chirico and Devin Conley speak with professional trainer Stacy Westfall, and discuss her horse journey, and how she continues to connect with her horses by trying new things and getting out of your comfort zone. This episode is brought to you by Cosequin. Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram. We want to hear from y…

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Rhythm and Counting 36:57

2M ago36:57

36:57

This episode of Dressage with Amelia is all about Rhythm! Rhythm is the basis for everything, it effects every part of the ride. Establishing the rhythm helps the horse to relax and enhances your horse's natural way of going. Hear Amelia and German talk all about Rhythm, why we need rhythm, and what happens when we don't have it! Have you signed up…

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43. Box rest & hand walking 19:39

2M ago19:39

19:39

Send us a Text Message. I fear that it is during times of desperation or when we need to do something that is different with our horses that our skills are revealed and put to test. Did you now that it is during periods of for example box rest (depending on the illness or injury) that it is still possible to teach horses new things? Have a listen t…

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The Language of Light - a conversation with Liz Perlin O'Hara 30:52

2M ago30:52

30:52

Liz Perlin O'Hara, Reiki Master, Medical Intuitive and Inter-Dimensional Healer, has helped hundreds of people heal from physical and emotional pain using Divine energy practices and connection with Angels, Ancestors, and other Otherworldly Light Beings. As a former artist, who thought the creative "making" part of herself was behind her, Liz now c…

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And the Winner is... 37:28

3M ago37:28

37:28

The moment we have been waiting for! This week is an extra special episode of Dressage with Amelia… we announce the winners of our Sitting Trot Challenge! I am so proud and impressed by all of the riding transformations we witnessed over the last 30 days, and can’t wait to share them with you all! Tune in to hear more about the challenge, what we l…

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42. Carrots & soup 20:37

2M ago20:37

20:37

Send us a Text Message. You either know or your don't, either way there is no shame in it, because if you did not, now you do ;) A horses diet requirements is actually very simple, we must be careful to not over complicate it and quite possible cause more harm than good. In this episode I discuss how carrots should be limited and why feeding food t…

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360 degrees of beauty- a conversation with Carla Sardinha Unger 43:09

2M ago43:09

43:09

Carla is a diverse and creative being bringing her years of talent to develop beauty in all spaces and places. She started her career over 30 years ago as a hair stylist/colorist and is the founder of InBloom Beauty Co. Her mission statement through InBloom is to honor the Beauty of Becoming from a 360 degree perspective of beauty ~ body, mind and …

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Consistency in the Bridle 34:11

3M ago34:11

34:11

How do you establish steady contact? How is your horse’s bridle fit part of steady contact? This episode of Dressage with Amelia dives into these important questions and more! Hear more bout what Germán and I mean when we talk about “steady contact” and why it is such an important part of Dressage. Bridle and bit fit isn’t an automatic fix, but we …

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41. How to regulate good horsemanship 18:46

3M ago18:46

18:46

Send us a Text Message. Are your systems in place to help you achieve good things with horses? The book I refer to is Atomic Habits by James Clear - a must read if you would like to understand more about understanding your daily systems and habits. Please have a listen of which I am sure most people can relate ♥ Thanks for listening! Follow me on F…

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Art as a Pathway to Healing - a conversation with Dawn Renee Bova 43:24

2M ago43:24

43:24

Dawn Bova is a soulful artist, teacher, and author who's making waves with her intuitive painting and heartfelt expression. She's the host of the Catch Some SoulShine Podcast, where she shares her wisdom, insights, and healing practices with fellow artists and creatives who are shining bright despite life’s challenges. As a nurse practitioner speci…

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S1E3: Equine Bodywork & Biomechanics w/ Jenny Zonghetti (Revitalizing Equine) 1:10:03

3M ago1:10:03

1:10:03

Join us as we sit down with Jenny Zonghetti of Revitalizing Equine to discuss the importance of bodywork in every equine's life! Meet Jenny: Instagram/Facebook - @RevitalizingEquine Website - RevitalizingEquine.com Meet AHLERI: Instagram - @AhleriEquineProducts Facebook - @AhleriEquine Website - ahleriequineproducts.com…

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Supple and Straight 32:05

3M ago32:05

32:05

Is your horse crooked? Hard to bend one way? You are not alone! This week we are focusing on straightness and why this is an important part of the Dressage Training Scale. Tune in to hear me quiz Germán about straightness and we’ll share how we work on this with our horses. Plus, last weekend Germán and I both taught at separate clinics - we share …

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40. The Sassenach 30:46

3M ago30:46

30:46

Send us a Text Message. If your curious how about the title, please listen in where I am also celebrating the 40th episode of this podcast and offer a GIVEAWAY. 2 lucky horse lovers can win unlimited and lifetime access to my Online Training Academy & it's community. Details how to enter are explained in the podcast of which you will definitely be …

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It's more than just stretching - a conversation with movement specialist Janis Isaman 52:36

3M ago52:36

52:36

Janis Isaman is a movement specialist based in Calgary, Canada. She is the founder of My Body Couture, a movement therapy studio that provides personalized training and rehabilitation services to clients with chronic pain, injuries, and other movement limitations. Janis has been working in the health and fitness industry for over two decades, and s…

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Planning for Progress 14:31

3M ago14:31

14:31

This episode of Dressage with Amelia answers a question that many riders have… how do you make a training plan for you horse and work towards progress? Amelia shares her thoughts on working towards her goals with her horses a well as insight from a recent interview she did with Steffen Peters. Plus, hear more about Amelia’s plans for a free riding …

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39. Cross Ties 11:21

3M ago11:21

11:21

Send us a Text Message. I this episode I share some information about Cross Ties and how we could utilize them better. I am not against them per say depending on their use, how tight the horse is tied and the materials used to do so ♥ Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Sign up to my FREE online training HERE…

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Hero in the Mirror - a Conversation with Ashley Meyer 51:27

3M ago51:27

51:27

Every team needs a leader. Even if you're a team of one, you are the leader. Join me today as I have a heart centered conversation with life and business coach, Ashley Meyer about what it means to be the hero in the mirror. Ashley Meyer is a Confidence & Business Coach who teaches overcoming obstacles, cultivating vision, and transforming businesse…

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S1E2: Ethical Horse Racing pt. 2 w/ Shelby Dennis (Milestone Equestrian) 41:50

3M ago41:50

41:50

The Kentucky Derby just ended, ended, and I don't think I'm alone in saying that, after last year's disaster, I was holding my breath for the safety of the horses and jockeys in the race. Luckily, everyone made it out of the race seemingly unscathed, but why are catastrophic breakdowns so common on the track? Today, we continue last week's discussi…

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Amelia's Journey 16:16

3M ago16:16

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This episode of Dressage with Amelia focuses on Amelia’s riding journey and how she has managed adversity while working for horses. Hear more as she shares about the difficult few months she has had while managing medical issues for her Grand Prix horse, Harvey. Amelia shares why the most important thing in riding is remembering to appreciate all o…

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38. One or two techniques, ain't gonna cut it 17:55

3M ago17:55

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Send us a Text Message. We all want to get good with horses right? While learning from our mistakes is crucial, continual study can help us sidestep them too. Prioritize mastering the fundamentals over flashy techniques because mastering the basics is just as remarkable and impressive ♥ Thanks for listening! Follow me on Facebook, Instagram and Tik…

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Leaning into Love and Heart Healing - my conversation with Rev. Bunny Love-Schock 51:16

3M ago51:16

51:16

Abundance, manifestation, love and money work is nervous system work. If your inner world is out of balance, your outer world will be too. Join me today for this fabulous conversation with Bunny. She's witty, giggly, curious, loving and spacious in her vision. Rev. Bunny Love-Schock, Somatic Embodiment Coach and Podcast Host of Whisky Made Woman. H…

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