Best Usea Podcasts (2024)

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USEA Episode #366: The Power of the USEA EA21 Program 38:28

14h ago38:28

38:28

The USEA Emerging Athletes U21 (EA21) program is going on its third year now and with the summer EA21 Regional Camps in full swing, USEA podcast host Nicole Brown sits down with EA21 regional coaches Bec Braitling, Rebecca Brown, Shannon Lilley, and Emily Mastervich Beshear to talk about the program's history and growth, plus how this summer's camp…

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2024 Paris Olympics Preview with Phillip Dutton 40:45

6h ago40:45

40:45

Karen and Robby talk 2024 Paris Olympics with who better than 7 time Olympian, Phillip Dutton at his beautiful farm True Prospect! Hear Phillip's thoughts on the different teams and who he thinks will be the individual "dark horse". He also talks about what it's like in the Olympic Village as well as marching in the Opening Ceremonies. We wish ever…

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Nadja Minder 2024 Switzerland Olympic Team Member 1:12:14

12h ago1:12:14

1:12:14

Karen and Robby get to know 2024 Olympic Team Member for Switzerland, Nadja Minder. During the interview, Nadja was just on the road leaving CHIO Aachen in Germany. Nadja is only 24 years old and has already accomplished so much and is heading to her first of many (we are sure of it) Olympic Games. Find out what all she has going on in Switzerland …

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USEA Podcast #365: The Coconino Three-Day Champions Chime In 22:04

7h ago22:04

22:04

There is nothing like competing in a USEA Classic Series Event and interim USEA Podcast Host Rosie Russel sat down to chat with the three champions from the Coconino USEA Classic Series. Hear what motivated these talented eventers to participate in the long-format this year, how each competitor prepared for the event, what they learned from the exp…

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Briggs Surratt - 4* Eventer 1:13:44

3d ago1:13:44

1:13:44

Karen and Robby get to know 4* Eventer, Briggs Surratt. Not only is Briggs the rider of the 14.2 hand super pony Corture, he's also a man of many other talents. He has learned the art of Physio Therapy from good friend Dougie Hannum, he collects and restores old saddles, collector of bits and is an avid gardner. Briggs also talks about his vacation…

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Paige Ramsey - 2024 Area 2 YR Championship Team Member 55:56

10d ago55:56

55:56

Karen and Robby get to know Young Rider, Paige Ramsey. This week Paige is gearing up to compete at the 2024 Young Rider Championships at the Maryland International at Loch Moy. Paige will be representing Area 2 on the CCI2* Team. Paige talks about her journey to get there and her plans of going to UVA in August. We wish Paige, her teammates and eve…

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USEA Podcast #364: All Your Grooming Questions Answered 42:14

26d ago42:14

42:14

There is so much more to proper grooming than keeping your horse picture-perfect for the horse inspection. Good grooming practices are critical to proper horse management, no matter if you are planning for your next FEI appearance or your Starter level debut. To help you maximize your knowledge of grooming practices, we opened up the opportunity fo…

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Mia Farley Returns as a 2x 5* Rider! 52:11

24d ago52:11

52:11

Karen and Robby welcome back Mia Farley! Mia was on the MLE podcast almost 2 years ago to the day but this time she comes on as not just a 5* rider BUT as a 5* rider that has gone cross country double clear at Maryland and Kentucky. Mia is now living and training out of a farm in Kentucky and has made the announcement that she plans on taking Phelp…

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USEA Podcast #363: Team Talk | Paris, Here We Come! 25:23

1M ago25:23

25:23

USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown is back for one of the most exciting podcasts of the year, the Team Talk with USEF Eventing Technical Advisor and Chef d'Equipe Bobby Costello! With the recent announcement of the horse and rider pairs that will represent the U.S. at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, France, Costello takes some time to discuss the team…

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Kate Chadderton Returns! 1:08:45

1M ago1:08:45

1:08:45

Karen and Robby welcome back Australian Eventer, Kate Chadderton! Kate was episode #33 back in November 2018 and a lot has happened since then. Kate got married, had her daughter Mia and moved to Cochranville, PA where her and her husband bought their farm Durunda Farm. Kate shares some of her fun stories of growing up in Australia and how she is g…

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Megan Loughnane - 3* and Recent UVA Graduate 31:28

1M ago31:28

31:28

Karen and Robby get to know 3* Rider, Megan Loughnane. Megan shares her story of riding with Susie Beale and Kelly Prather and now with Caitlin Silliman. Megan just recently graduated from University of Virginia with a degree in Architectural History all while having her 2 horses with her and competing at the upper levels. Megan was driving to her …

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USEA Podcast #362: Developing the Next String of Upper Level U.S. Riders 21:01

2M ago21:01

21:01

With an Olympic Games on U.S. soil in Los Angeles, California, in just four years time, all eyes are on talented U.S. pairs as they continue to produce their horses and improve their own skills in the saddle in hopes of getting the chance to represent Team USA on the Olympic stage. Producing up-and-coming horse and rider pairs is big focus of US Eq…

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Rachel Lawson - 4* Eventer 1:32:33

2M ago1:32:33

1:32:33

Karen and Robby get to know 4* Eventer, Rachel Lawson. Rachel shares her story of growing up never knowing what Eventing was and just wanted to jump and go fast. It wasn't until she was 17 y/o that she saw a magazine with Karen O'Connor with Theodore O'Connor that she discovered Eventing and knew right there that is what she wanted to do. Rachel no…

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USEA Podcast #361: Reliving the USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing Championships 28:16

2M ago28:16

28:16

We are still riding on a bit of a high after the success of the 2024 USEA Intercollegiate and Interscholastic Eventing Championships, so we loved taking the opportunity to chat about this year's event with Stable View's Barry Oliff, member of the winning Intercollegiate team Hayden Wathen, and member of the winning Interscholastic team Collins Zgut…

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Katie Malensek - Canadian 4* Eventer and Veterinarian 1:03:03

2M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

Karen and Robby get to know Canadian 4* Eventer, Katie Malensek. Not only does Katie ride at the upper levels and has represented Canada at the Nations Cup in Belgium but she is also a full time veterinarian! Katie and her husband now live at their farm in Florida not far from the beach so he can surf and close to Katie's office. Katie shares her s…

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Molly Duda - West Coast Rising Star 30:42

3M ago30:42

30:42

Karen and Robby get to know 4* West Coast Eventer Molly Duda. Molly shares her story of getting a late start in riding and how she made it to the 4* in just 5 years! Molly is representing the US for the 2024 European Development Tour all while be a Pre-Med student at UCLA. We wish Molly and her teammates all the best while in Europe. To follow Moll…

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USEA Podcast #360: Chat With a National Champion 26:41

3M ago26:41

26:41

On this week's edition of the USEA Podcast, interim podcast host Rosie Russell touches base with this year's Defender/USEF CCI5*-L National Champion Lauren Nicholson who was the highest-placed U.S. rider in the 2024 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event. Rosie talks with Lauren about her history with her horse Vermiculus, their preparations for Kentuck…

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Michael Nolan - Irish Advanced Eventer 37:29

2M ago37:29

37:29

Karen and Robby welcome Irish Advanced Eventer, Michael Nolan. Michael shares his story of growing up in Ireland not wanting to ride horses. He ended up joining Pony Club, showing ponies in the jumpers and then riding steeplechase race horses. Later, he met Robin Walker and came to the US where he eventually met his wife McKena. Michael and McKena …

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MLE Recap - What Have We Been Up To and What Is Coming Up! 44:54

3M ago44:54

44:54

This week on the Major League Eventing Podcast, Karen and Robby sit down and talk about all that MLE has been up to and what to look forward to. We get asked all the time about giving everyone an update and we finally got around to doing it! Stay tuned for an exciting year which will be mentioned....hint - it has to do with Corgis and the Baltimore…

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USEA Podcast #359: Double the Championships, Double the Fun 36:12

3M ago36:12

36:12

The USEA Intercollegiate Championship has always been a fan-favorite amongst USEA staff and members alike, but this year this year-end showdown which was dubbed the "happiest horse trial on earth" by a USEA staff member is getting bigger and better with the addition of the inaugural USEA Interscholastic Eventing Championship. Interim host Rosie Rus…

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Alexa Thompson - 4* Eventer 1:04:45

3M ago1:04:45

1:04:45

Karen and Robby get to know 4* Eventer, Alexa Thompson. Alexa shares her story of growing up in Texas and then getting to ride with Mike Huber. Later, Alexa decided to go to University of Kentucky to become a nurse while running a 100 acre farm that her parents bought for her. Alexa talks about how she struggled working nights as an ICU nurse and c…

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USEA Podcast #358: The Kiwis Have Come to Kentucky 23:15

4M ago23:15

23:15

The USEA Podcast gets a fresh new perspective from interim Host Rosie Russell as Nicole Brown takes some time to enjoy her newest addition to the family, a beautiful baby boy! The USEA sends all of our love and congratulations to Brown and her family. In this week's episode, Russell chats with New Zealand riders Matthew Grayling and Monica Spencer,…

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Olivia Miller - Vaulting to 3* Eventer 40:49

3M ago40:49

40:49

Karen and Robby welcome back 3* Eventer, Olivia Miller! Olivia was part of the Young Adult Rider Roundtable back in July 2022 and she has recently launched her new website. Olivia shares her story of coming from a non-horsey family and going to pony camp in Washington State then joining a Vaulting team. After 3 years of Vaulting, Olivia decided she…

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Samantha Tinney - Soccer to 4* Eventer 1:01:56

4M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

Karen and Robby get to know 4* Eventer, Samantha Tinney. Samantha grew up in Dallas, TX playing soccer most of her life and decided to take a riding lesson at the age of 14. Two years later she was competing at the YR Championships and hasn't looked back since. After a bad fall, she then spent time with the O'Connor's where Karen helped Samantha ge…

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USEA Podcast #357: Early Season #TeamTalk 26:11

4M ago26:11

26:11

USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown catches up with USEF Eventing Technical Advisor and Chef d'Equipe Bobby Costello on the start of the 2024 eventing season, athlete performances so far, and all things related to this years Paris Olympics and the U.S. Eventing Team!By U.S. Eventing Association

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Annabelle Nieman - Eventing in Arizona 33:53

4M ago33:53

33:53

Karen and Robby get to know Young Professional, Annabelle Nieman. Annabelle shares her story of growing up in Arizona and is currently running her new business taking in horses to train in Tuscon, AZ. She also shares what it's like to train and compete in Area 10 - even in the 100 degree heat and dealing with rattlesnakes! We had a great time getti…

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Dani Sussman - Advanced Eventer 56:18

5M ago56:18

56:18

Karen and Robby get to know Advanced rider, Dani Sussman. Dani shares her story of growing up in Colorado with Arabians, Eventing a Mustang and becoming an "A" graduate Pony Clubber. Nowadays, Dani runs Aspire Eventing in Colorado and spends her winters in Ocala, Fl. Dani also received a USEA ECP Grant to go for her Level 4. Just recently, Dani and…

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USEA Podcast #356: Equine Heart Health with Dr. Amy Polkes 29:34

5M ago29:34

29:34

As eventers, the health and happiness of our horses is key. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown chats with Board-Certified Equine Internal Medicine Specialist Dr. Amy Polkes about your horse's heart health, common cardiac issues you should be aware of, and ways to best ensure that your horse has the healthiest heart possible!…

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Chris Talley Returns! 36:23

5M ago36:23

36:23

Karen and Robby catch up with previous guest Chris Talley! Chris was episode #6 back in May 2018 and since then, so much has happened. Chris became a 5* rider, set out on his own and now is located in Ocala, FL and has several exciting up and coming horses. It's always a pleasure catching up with Chris and we hope you enjoy! To follow Chris' journe…

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USEA Podcast #355: Looking Ahead at the Rest of 2024 44:04

5M ago44:04

44:04

We might be a few months into the new year, but there is still so much to come in the 2024 U.S. eventing season. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown sits down with USEA CEO Rob Burk, USEA President Lou Leslie, and EquiRatings' Managing Director and Co-Founder Diarm Byrne to make predictions, dive into team selections, and just share what they are most l…

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Becky Holder - US Olympian Eventer 1:04:11

5M ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Last week we heard the sad news of the passing of Courageous Comet. In his honor, we thought it would be fun to re-launch the interview with Becky Holder. Plus, it's always fun to hear Rob too! Karen & Rob get to know Olympian Becky Holder. Becky shares her story from the early years to Olympic adventures and her busy training business today. Check…

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Maddie Hale - Advanced Rider & 2024 Eventing 25 44:28

5M ago44:28

44:28

Karen and Robby get to know the newly minted Advanced rider, Maddie Hale. Maddie shares her story of growing up in California doing Equitation and Jumpers and then met Lauren Billys who convinced Maddie to try Eventing. Maddie eventually moved to the East Coast and is now a member of the 2024 USEF Eventing 25 and most recently completed her first A…

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USEA Podcast #354: The USEA's Big Valentine's Day Quiz 42:04

6M ago42:04

42:04

Our favorite podcast of the year is back and this time we are pitting an equestrian power couple from each coast up against one another! USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown caught up with Boyd and Silva Martin and James and Helen Alliston to learn about their love stories and drill them on their eventing knowledge in this year's Big Valentine's Quiz. Ge…

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Lelllie Ward - Livin' the Good Life 1:14:26

6M ago1:14:26

1:14:26

Karen and Robby get to know former 5* rider, Lellie Ward. Lellie shares her amazing stories of all of the top riders she grew up being around, from Tadd Coffin and Torrence Watkins to William Steinkraus - just to name a few. We also learn that her grandfather, who was a jockey missed getting on the Titanic due to celebrating a but too much in Irela…

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USEA Podcast #353: Planning Out Your 2024 Eventing Season 35:58

6M ago35:58

35:58

Have a big goal you want to end your season with? USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown chatted with five-star eventer Will Faudree about making your goals and planning your season accordingly. From Plan A to Plan Z, Faudree talks about all of the things that might impact your plan and the path to your goal and how you can work around them, including the …

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Brooke Burchianti - 4*/Advanced Eventer 49:34

6M ago49:34

49:34

Karen and Robby get to know 4*/Advanced rider, Brooke Burchianti. Brooke talks about growing up in a horsey family, participating in Tetrathlon and then going to Ireland with Kim Severson to find her current horse Cooley Space Grey (Astro). Brooke graduated college with a degree in Sports Management which helps her run her business in Washington, P…

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USEA Podcast #352: Everything You Need to Know about Saddlery 34:50

7M ago34:50

34:50

Are you saddle shopping or just hoping to brush up on your skills for proper saddle fit for horse and rider? You won't want to miss this episode of the USEA Podcast where Host Nicole Brown chats with Emily Bates, Head of Product Innovation at Bates Saddlery. Learn about what types of saddles might be suitable for your needs, how to connect with a q…

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Michael Willham - Equine Academy 1:02:25

7M ago1:02:25

1:02:25

Karen and Robby get to know 3* Eventer, Michael Willham. Michael shares his story of growing up in North Eastern Ohio where he eventually found his horse of a lifetime, Fernhill Cayenne who took him up to the 3* level in just a couple years. With having a much needed demand and positive feedback on his instruction, Michael started an online equestr…

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Bradley Champagne - Canadian 3* Eventer 43:20

7M ago43:20

43:20

Karen and Robby get to know Canadian Eventer, Bradley Champagne. Brad is a previous guest from episode #25 with the Windurra Crew. Brad shares his story of growing up in Canada and spending a winter in Ocala, Fl with Karl Slezak. Brad eventually became a rider for Boyd Martin and found his calling of breaking and training the young horses and getti…

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USEA Podcast #351: Goal Setting for the New Year 40:50

7M ago40:50

40:50

Do you have some big goals for the 2024 eventing season? Did you know that only 12% of people hold onto their New Year's Resolutions past February? USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown sits down with Pressure Proof Academy's Daniel Stewart to talk about New Year's Resolutions, setting attainable short-term and long-term goals, and so much more. Get a goo…

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Olivia Coolidge - Bold Eventing! 52:38

7M ago52:38

52:38

Karen and Robby get to know Eventer, Olivia Coolidge. Olivia shares her story of growing up with horses and working with Julie Woffert. She also shares the story of deciding that horses were for her and leaving home to be a working student for Boyd Martin , then for Andrew McConnon. Olivia now wears many hats from being an assistant rider for Doug …

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Alex Conrad - Pre-Med to Starting Own Eventing Business 38:33

7M ago38:33

38:33

Karen and Robby get to know Upper Level Eventer, Alex Conrad. Alex shares his story of how he fell in love with horses at a friends house, to taking lessons, going to Boston University as a Pre-Med student to becoming a working student for Ryan Wood and then starting his own successful Eventing business. Alex shares his inspirational story of how h…

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USEA Podcast #350: A Year to Remember 1:08:28

7M ago1:08:28

1:08:28

Take a trip down memory lane with USEA podcast host Nicole Brown, USEA CEO Rob Burk, and USEA President Lou Leslie as they look back on the standout moments of eventing in 2023. From the two U.S. five-stars to the AEC to team USA's performance at the Santiago Pan American Games and more, 2023 was hands down a year to remember in terms of U.S. event…

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Maddie Temkin - From Naughty Ponies To 2024 Eventing Emerging Athlete 50:28

8M ago50:28

50:28

Karen and Robby get to know 4* Eventer, Maddie Temkin. Maddie shares her story of growing up in California and riding many naughty ponies that eventually taught her to become the rider she is today. Maddie and her family recently moved to Lexington, Kentucky to run their Eventing program. Maddie also shares how she catch rode a horse that eventuall…

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USEA Podcast #349: All About the USEA Young Event Horse Program 31:13

8M ago31:13

31:13

Have you ever wondered why professional riders love bringing their horses through the USEA Young Event Horse (YEH) program? USEA Podcast host Nicole Brown chats with two of this year's YEH Champions, Caroline Pamukcu who won the USEA YEH 4-year-old East Coast Championship aboard HSH Afterglow, and Andrea Baxter who won the USEA YEH 5-year-old Champ…

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Greg Shelton - Poplar Hall Parade of Horses & Christmas Market 43:16

8M ago43:16

43:16

Karen and Robby get to know Greg Shelton! Greg is the mastermind behind the Poplar Hall Parade of Horses & Christmas Market in Historic Chesapeake City, MD. The Parade will be held Saturday, December 9th at 10:00am and is a great time for the entire family to enjoy. Greg also tells us how he grew up on a farm and why he started his YouTube series H…

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Karen O'Connor - Interview with Hall of fame Event rider, Trainer & Coach 1:24:12

8M ago1:24:12

1:24:12

We get so many requests for an interview with Karen O'Connor and realized not many know that we already interviewed her. We decided to re-release this amazing interview with one of our sports legends. Karen shares amazing stories about Queen Elizabeth, Jack LeGoff, Willam Micklem, Derek & Bea Di Grazia, among other amazing people. Karen shared how …

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USEA Podcast #348: Reasons Why You Won’t Want to Miss This Year’s USEA Annual Meeting & Convention 30:23

8M ago30:23

30:23

Each December the USEA hosts the USEA Annual Meeting & Convention as an opportunity for USEA members to gather, celebrate, discuss important matters, attend educational seminars, and so much more. And this year's Convention at St. Louis, Missouri is no exception! Featuring fabulous awards ceremonies, a superstar keynote speaker in Dr. Temple Grandi…

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Ben Noonan - From Western Mounted Shooting to Eventing 40:06

9M ago40:06

40:06

Karen and Robby get to know Young Rider, Ben Noonan. Ben shares his story of growing up in St. Louis, Missouri as a non-horsey family and his Dad buying his Mom a 3 y/o Quarter Horse as a surprise. Ben started riding and got into Western Mounted Shooting and then found a local Eventing barn. From there, Ben met Karen O'Connor and the rest is histor…

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USEA Podcast #347: Looking Back on the Pan American Games 38:32

9M ago38:32

38:32

Following the U.S. team's silver medal team and individual gold performance at the 2023 Pan American Games, USEA podcast Nicole Brown caught up with Eventing Technical Advisor and Chef d’Equipe Bobby Costello to talk about all things Pan Ams!By U.S. Eventing Association

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