Mark and Kyle were able to sit down with Chester Weber of Live Oak in Ocala, Florida this week! Listen in and learn about Chester's early days showing Clydesdale geldings throughout North America and how he transitioned to competing in combined driving competitions worldwide. This episode is packed full and you won't want to miss it! Thank you to o…

The Classic Halter Series is really taking off and the competition is high! We were able to sit down with Duane Miller, Robert Detweiler and Gary Nebergall and get their perspective on the halter ring. Listen in to learn about their thoughts on the line classes! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #92! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Glenwood Snack…

We really enjoy getting to know the families in the draft horse industry and that's exactly what Mark and Kyle do on this episode! While everyone was in Arizona showing, they guys were able to sit down with the Brockhoff family. Dale, Tracie and Sarah tell us about how they started with a farm team and now campaign their own six-horse hitch! PLUS l…

A few episodes ago we talked with some about judging and now Kyle and Mark were able to ask some questions and get answers from the driver's perspective. Travis, Wilbur and Tim talked about everything from buying horses from public sales, integrating new horses into your hitch and how they like judges to act! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #9…

Has anyone one else bought enough roofing nails for an entire year?? The Fieldings have! We had a great time sitting down with Bret and Annette and hearing their story. They take us through their journey of knowing no one in the draft horse industry to becoming a world champion six! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #89! Shipshewana Harness & Su…

If you know the Yoder brothers, you know this episode has some good stories in it! Listen in as Mark and Kyle get Jake, Enos & Freeman's stories of their times together from childhood and beyond. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #88! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Glenwood Snacks Pennwoods Equine Products INC. Crystal Springs Stables The Draft …

Judging in the draft horse world has no set system, but we were able to chat with three respected judges and find out exactly what they look for at a show! Kyle and Mark were able to sit down with Randy Riemer, Brian Coleman & Gary Miller and ask some questions to get their inside perspective! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #87! Shipshewana H…

If you don't chuckle during this episode then you better check your sense of humor. Kyle and Mark got the Nebergall brothers on the phone and they were not short on stories! Listen in as Gary and Scott fill us in on the history of Nebergall Draft Horses and the friends and memories they have made in the draft horse industry. Thank you to our sponso…

Kyle and Mark sat down to talk with Dr. Kyle Heaton and Dr. Marc Desjardins about an issue that many draft horse exhibitors deal with! Listen in as these two discuss the ins and out of breathing issues in draft horses and what can be done about it! ALSO, don't forget to renew your membership before the end of the year! Thank you to our sponsors of …

Kyle and Mark were able to record an awesome episode with Jonathan and Marissa Cush of New Philadelphia, OH. They were full of stories from trees to shows to sales. Listen in to learn how they got their start in the draft horse industry! Plus it is time to start thinking about 2024! Reach out to Logan, Kyle or Mark if you are interested in joining …

Kyle and Mark had the opportunity to sit down with Chad & Rhonda Cole of Pennwoods Percherons in Centre Hall, PA! These two are well known in and throughout the draft horse industry and they currently run and own one of the most prestigious Percheron breeding businesses in the world. They have some great stories to tell! PLUS, listen in for another…

Kyle and Mark were able to sit down with Don Sherwood! Being a past congressman, entrepreneur and long-time Belgian breeder, Don has a lot of stories to tell! Plus Tim Myers, Classic Series Board of Directors member, talks about the by-law proposals to help clarify. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #82! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Lu…

The 2023 World Finals were once again a great event! Kyle and Mark sat down with our World Champions for the year! Ross Honsberger and Tim Sparrow talk about the Six-Horse Hitch. Jaylon Herschberger and Allie Hussey give us the rundown on the Future Legends Youth Cart Class. Todd Jardine and Robert Detweiler tell us all about their halter champions…

It is once again time to vote for the Board of Directors! This year we have three people that have put their name in the hat for the upcoming vacant position. Listen in as Kyle and Mark talk with Colleen Coleman, Justin Shaw and Sterling Deer. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #80! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Luck Carriages - Coyaltix…

Here's the 2023 World Finals CHS Qualifiers! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #79! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Luck Carriages - Coyaltix North America Glenwood Snacks Pennwoods Equine Products INC. Young Living Percherons Summit Professional Services Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone we should …

Here's the 2023 World Finals Round One recap! Thanks to Rod Kohler and Jake Yoder for hopping on with us! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #78! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Luck Carriages - Coyaltix North America Glenwood Snacks Pennwoods Equine Products INC. Young Living Percherons Summit Professional Services Do you have suggestions…

It is the 2023 WORLD FINALS WEEK! Kyle and Jarron sat down with Sarah Brockhoff and Merv Hershberger to chat about the 2023 qualifiers. They talk in depth about what it's like to compete in the Finals and who they feel has set themselves up for success throughout 2023! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #77! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted…

It is the 2023 WORLD FINALS WEEK! Listen in as Jarron and Kyle chat with each of the 15 Qualifying drivers! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #76! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Luck Carriages - Coyaltix North America Glenwood Snacks Pennwoods Equine Products INC. Young Living Percherons Summit Professional Services Do you have suggestio…

We're one week away from the 2023 World Finals! We were able to sit down with Josh and Laura Minshull, 2023 hosts, and get a quick rundown of what to expect next week! We also have another Pennwoods Perspective special as well as some mailbag questions! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #75! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Luck Carriages …

The guys sat down with Kevin Paul and Sheila Grange to talk all about bits! These two possess a wealth of knowledge when it comes to bitting your horse. Listen in to learn some tips and tricks to help your horse drive better and happier! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #74! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Luck Carriages - Coyaltix North…

This is a fun episode you're sure to laugh at! We sat down with some couples to hear how they manage showing horses along with their families and friends. Thank you to Mark and Kaleigh Hochstetler, Kyle and Marcia Forsyth, Scott and Whitney Love, Tim and Brittany Sparrow and Ross and Nicole Honsberger for making their way to the studio to help us o…

If you have been involved in the draft horse industry long or watched Gentle Giants you have probably heard of our guest on this episode! Josh Minshull has been with the Express Clydesdales and Express Ranches Percherons for over 20 years. With his many miles on the road, Josh has a lot of entertaining stories to tell! Thank you to our sponsors of …

Episode 71 is a little longer than normal, but you're sure to like it! Kyle and Mark chatted with Doug Hansen of Hansen Wheel & Wagon Shop in Letcher, SD and there was A LOT of great information passed back and forth! Hansen Wheel & Wagon shop is one of the premier wagon and horse drawn vehicle makers in the world and they have a lot of interesting…

If you have horses, you're going to need a vet at some point! Kyle and Mark sat down with two respected veterinarians in the draft horse industry and gathered some valuable information! Dr. Stacie Wells-Kiefer and Dr. Duane Wilcox were full of knowledge and offer up some great advice! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #70! Shipshewana Harness & …

It may have been delayed by a world-wide pandemic, but it is happening now! The 2023 World Clydesdale Show will be held in Brandon, Manitoba this summer! Kyle and Mark sat down with some of the show committee to learn all about the events that will soon be happening and you won't want to miss! PLUS listen in for another segment of The Pennwoods' Pe…

When it comes to top-of-the-line harness, Shanahan Harness Shop is the first place to come to mind. Mark and Kyle were able to talk to Dan and Bob Shanahan about the fifty-five year history of their family harness making tradition. There's lots of laughs, harness tips and tricks and so much more! Plus, get your COFFEE! Learn more about the newest f…

Talk about success! Kyle and Mark sat down with Gerald and Ron Wismer of Amherstburg, ON and talked about the history in the Clydesdale breed. This episode is full of stories from the past, brief lessons on the Clydesdale breed and so much more! Listen in to learn a little more about a great family in the draft horse industry! Thank you to our spon…

There are a ton of ways that you can start training a horse! Kyle and Mark were able to chat with Gordy Ruzick, Cathy Zahm and Jared Gardner about their training methods when breaking horses to drive. All three of them have trained hundreds of horses for people all over North America. You're sure to learn something from these seasoned horse trainer…

We love a good auction! Mark and Kyle were able to sit down with some of the industry's best auctioneers and they were full of great stories and so much more! Listen in to hear all about Steve Andrews, Lyle Chupp and Jarron Miller's auction careers. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #65! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Luck Carriages - Co…

Mark, Kyle and Logan made it to Shipshewana, IN and were able to sit down with Bob Schrock of Shipshewana Harness & Supplies. If you're in the draft horse industry you would be in the minority if you have never had an interaction with Shipshe Bob. He tells us stories from the beginning of his time in the harness business up to present day! PLUS lis…

Mark and Kyle were able to catch the Zubrod family on the phone and chat with them about their lives with showing horses and everything else they have going on! Listen in to learn a lot and get to know them just a little bit better! Chad also gives us some insight on the new All-American Hitch Horse program. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #63…

Mark and Kyle were able to do a little podcasting in Florida with Ross Honsberger, Josh Minshull and Dean Woodbury. The guys had a roundtable discussion about driving draft horses. They give all of their different insights on many aspects of driving and you're sure to learn something. Plus, there's some good laughs! Thank you to our sponsors of Epi…

Kyle and Mark were able to sit down with Jeff Fiske and Justin Shaw and talk about the four horse hitch series they have started up in the Maritime region in Canada. Plus there's a few funny stories sure to make you laugh! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #61! Shipshewana Harness & Supplies Twisted Luck Carriages Glenwood Snacks Young Living Pe…

Draft horses and a college education don't always go together, but at Morrisville College they go hand in hand. Mark and Kyle sat down with Scott Seymour, instructor, and three alumni from the draft horse program to talk about the opportunities they were presented during their time as Morrisville. PLUS there's some good stories to make you laugh! T…

Have you ever spent 104 hours on a train? Listen in as Mark and Kyle sat down with the one and only Bruce Roy and Brian Coleman. This episode is filled with pedigrees, stories and more! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #59! -Shipshewana Harness -Twisted Luck Carriages -Glenwood Snacks -Young Living Essential Oils Percherons -Pennwoods Equine Pr…

You've heard them before, but you'll want to hear them again on this episode! It was great to sit down with some professional announcers and hear their take on things. Jarron, Lisa, and Jon give us the scoop on announcing horse shows throughout North America. We also let you know the judges for the 2023 World Finals! Thank you to our sponsors of Ep…

You won't want to miss this episode where we talk with one of the "Founding Fathers" of the Shire breed in the United States! Mark and Kyle were able to sit down and talk with Arlin Wareing, founder of Wareing Shires of Blackfoot, ID. Arlin recently celebrated his 90th birthday and those decades are filled with knowledge and stories! Thank you to o…

It sounds like if you weren't in Scotland for the 2022 World Clydesdale Show, you missed out! Mark and Kyle were able to sit down with Randy Robertson, Logan Behn and Kristen Gordeyko and get their perspectives on the show. Randy was the line class judge. Logan had the opportunity to be one of the hitch drivers in the show. Kristen and Willow Way C…

Tim and Mary Myers, owners of South Creek Clydesdales, were able to join us for the podcast! We thoroughly enjoyed getting to know our newest Classic Series board member and learning about their history in the draft horse and draft pony world! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #55! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck…

Kyle made it in studio while he was in town for the Topeka Draft Horse Sale and him and Mark were able to chat with Don Lowes from Ontario about his life with horses. From shoeing police horses in Toronto to show World Champions all over North America, Don has some great and interesting stories to tell! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #54! -Sh…

Did you need a laugh today? You'll want to listen to episode 53! Mark & Kyle sat down with Glen & Melissa Boucher from MGM Belgians located in Maine. There's all kinds of stories that deal with bellies, picking stalls and making sure the flowers stand up. Plus a BIG announcement for the 2022-2023 show season! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #5…

2022 was another great season for the Classic Series! There was a lot of excitement throughout the year and a lot of positives! Mark & Kyle sat down with Ross Honsberger to talk about his World Championship. Brenda Bowling, our executive secretary gives us an update on the past year. Kyle talks with the six candidates running for the two open board…

Round One is over and we're into day two! Listen in as Jarron, Kevin and Jason Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #51! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone we should hav…

This is the first year for the CHS Finals and it is power packed! The CHS board sat down to go over changes for the second season and we talked with all of the Finalists for 2022! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #49! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Gle…

We were able to sit down with all of our youth exhibitors from this year's World Finals! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #50! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have ideas of someone we …

It's the FIRST round of the 2022 World Finals and Jarron, Jason and Kevin go over what they are thinking will play out over the next few days! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #48! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions…

It's World Finals week and the excitement is building! Listen is as we talk with this year's hitch drivers. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #47! -Shipshewana Harness -Summit Professional Services -Twisted Luck Carriages -Young Living Essential Oils -Hawthorne Products -Glennwood Snacks Do you have suggestions for future episodes? Do you have i…

This episode Mark and Kyle sat down and talked with Greg Bourbonnias of Ontario, Canada! He shares with us how their hitch has progressed through four generations and how things are going up north! This episode also has a ton of show results and some points updates as we near the Labor Day cutoff! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #46! Shipshewa…

This episode Mark and Kyle sat down and talked with Jason Honsberger and Tim Sparrow about how our industry has changed and issues that we are currently facing. Listen in to hear their thoughts and see how they align with your ideas! PLUS there's a TON of show results this episode. Thank you to our sponsors of Episode #45! Shipshewana Harness & Sup…

Nutrition is an important part of any horse's life! No matter what you're doing, a healthy horse is needed. Mark and Kyle sat down with Chris Cole, owner and founder of Pennwoods Equine Products, and talked about many different aspects of horse nutrition. Plus, there are a TON of show results and upcoming shows! Thank you to our sponsors of Episode…