In this episode of History from Horseback, Keagan and Keely saddle up and ride back in time to 1860, when the Pony Express was born—a short-lived venture that would forever change the American frontier. As the Civil War loomed, California's strategic importance became critical, but its isolation on the West Coast posed a serious threat to the Union…

Today's episode is a little bit different from our usual content. In this episode, Keely and Keagan will be chatting about a couple of news stories/current events from the equestrian world. Today's stories include the mysterious discovery of two przewalski's horses, the Keeneland yearling sales, a new scientific study on horse psychology, and a wom…

In today's episode, Keely and Keagan uncover the long-forgotten tale of Lexington, a thoroughbred who revolutionized American horse racing long before the likes of Secretariat and War Admiral. But this isn’t just a story about a legendary racehorse; it’s an exploration into the intertwined the legacy of thoroughbreds and the often-overlooked contri…

Almost all of us have seen them in medieval movies. Shining white stallions, jet black friesians with long flowing manes, and lines of charging steeds. In this episode, Keagan and Keely delve into the world of medieval horses and the pivotal role they played in shaping European society. The image of armored warhorses, galloping into battle, has lon…

The world is full of horse lovers, and for good reason. They are strong, beautiful, and emotionally intelligent creatures that have been by humanity’s side for thousands of years. But how did the domestic horse first come about? Saddle up for the first episode of History on Horseback as Keagan and Keely go back millions of years ago to a time when …