Best Stall And Stable Podcasts (2024)

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EP 150: Goodbye and Thank You, I'm Off to Learn Nerdy, Cool Things 36:38

3M ago36:38

36:38

In this final episode of the Stall and Stable Show, Helena shares her purpose for wrapping up the podcast with a reading of her graduate school application essay, lots of thank yous, and one last interesting conversation with Stacy from Triple Crown Nutrition. Remember, all of the previous Stall and Stable episodes will remain available for downloa…

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EP 149: Understanding Horses from Their Point of View 44:01

3M ago44:01

44:01

Wendy Murdoch comes back to the show to talk about how equine behavior, environment, and biomechanics work to settle an anxious horse. How does gravity play a role in a confident horse? And what would you do if you were dragged to a bougie party and then dumped by your date? Listen in to this super interesting discussion with one of the industry's …

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EP 148: Triple Crown Spotlight July 2024 30:03

3M ago30:03

30:03

We are back with our regular Triple Crown Nutrition Spotlight, answering listener questions with Triple Crown Feed specialist, Stacy Andersen. This month features the answer to a query submitted by Shannon, who had a follow-up question to our discussion about feeding the insulin resistant horse. There is a lot to keep track of when you’re keeping a…

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EP 147: The Snuffle Pasture for Stabled Horses 35:07

3M ago35:07

35:07

Are you interested in ways to keep your horse mentally and emotionally healthy? If your horse spends more than an hour or two in a stall, you will be interested in learning about today's guest: Marlow Morrison, inventor of the Snuffle Pasture, a unique product for stabled horses that creates relaxation and supports emotional wellness in equines of …

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EP 146: Temple Grandin, An Open Door 31:50

4M ago31:50

31:50

Temple Grandin is a world-renowned animal behaviorist and professor of animal science at Colorado State University. She blazed many trails toward the humane treatment of livestock, and is the author of more than 60 scientific papers on animal behavior. Dr. Grandin also has autism, and has done as much for neurodivergent people as she has for animal…

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EP 145: How to Choose a Feed for Your Easy Keeper 34:42

4M ago34:42

34:42

It's another Triple Crown Nutrition Spotlight episode, and this time, Helena and Stacy talk about how to choose a feed for those easy keepers, horses with metabolic issues, and other situations where low sugar / low starch diets are necessary for healthy horsekeeping. Plus, Helena shares an update on what's happening at Hoo Too! There's a brand new…

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EP 144: Introducing Maria 36:52

5M ago36:52

36:52

When I put out a call on Faceblast for a freelance professional to come out and give me a hand with my horses, Maria Falgione and her husband Ral Ayers came rollin up my driveway. I looked at Buck and said, “Well, you never know what you’re gonna get, but you gotta keep tryin’”. And from the minute Maria and Ral said “hello”, the four of us were in…

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EP 142: Triple Crown Nutrition Spotlight - Listener Q & A 28:24

5M ago28:24

28:24

We are back with another Triple Crown Nutrition episode. Today we answer three listener questions about equine nutrition: 1) What's the most exciting research happening in equine nutrition right now, 2) How can owners best manage feed times and exercise in sport horses, and 3) Once a horse is in good weight (or overweight), how do we manage the cha…

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EP 141: The Biomechanics of Riding, with Wendy Murdoch 43:05

6M ago43:05

43:05

Wendy Murdoch joins Helena in this episode to talk about the biomechanics of the horse and rider partnership, her scientific background, the Feldenkrais Method that she employs to help riders find their best balance, and much more. Listen in! This episode is brought to you by: AMERICAN STALLS, makers of premium stall components and barn accessories…

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EP 140: Horse Business Bookkeeping 28:34

7M ago28:34

28:34

If you're running a boarding or training business and struggling to stay afloat, you need to listen to this episode. If you're a professional competitor, you need to listen to this episode. If you're an equine chiropractor, hoofcare provider, veterinarian, or hauler, you need to listen to this episode. If you are NOT a business person but you are i…

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EP 139: Horse Brains and Bellies 51:55

7M ago51:55

51:55

We have a powerhouse episode this week, featuring our monthly Triple Crown Nutrition Spotlight, where we answer questions submitted by listeners about how to best feed their horses. Plus, an exclusive audio excerpt from the life-changing book, HORSE BRAIN, HUMAN BRAIN-The Neuroscience of Horsemanship, by Janet Jones, PhD. Yes, listeners, feeding yo…

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EP 137: Hoo Too and Horse Nutrition 35:00

8M ago35:00

35:00

In this episode, Helena shares some big news from Hoo Too in South Carolina, and we welcome back equine nutrition specialist from Triple Crown, Stacy Andersen, to answer listener questions about flax allergies, anti-inflammatory ingredients, healthy versus unhealthy manure, and much more. Do your horse a big favor today and listen in! This episode …

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EP 136: The Equestrian Entrepreneur 36:42

9M ago36:42

36:42

A few key elements are necessary to call oneself a professional. Those are: education, experience, and wisdom. And possibly one more: enthusiasm. Today's guest is a horse professional, entrepreneur, and host of The Equestrian Entrepreneur podcast. Samantha Baer is based in the Aiken horse community, develops lovely performance horses, and makes hor…

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EP 135: Equine Nutrition in Depth, with Clair Thunes, Ph.D. 38:37

9M ago38:37

38:37

In this second episode of our new Triple Crown Nutrition Series, Helena is joined by Dr. Clair Thunes, a Ph.D. and equine nutrition expert, to answer questions submitted by our listeners. Deciding what to feed our horses can be daunting. Some horse owners rely on their trainers for guidance, others rely on the barn manager, or even random tidbits f…

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EP 134: Road to the Horse with Tik Maynard 43:55

10M ago43:55

43:55

This episode features an in-depth, personal conversation with Tik Maynard, an elite-level eventer, trainer, clinician, and author. Tik's balanced and artful approach to horsemanship is changing the way trainers prepare sport horses for their work, in many different disciplines. His first book, "IN THE MIDDLE ARE THE HORSEMEN", is a favorite among h…

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EP 133: Feeding Forage Q&A with Triple Crown Nutrition 25:42

10M ago25:42

25:42

Deciding what to feed our horses can be daunting. Some horse owners rely on their trainers for guidance, others rely on the barn manager, or even random tidbits from the Internet. Thankfully, there are people and companies for whom equine nutrition is a speciality. In this first episode of our new Triple Crown Nutrition Series, Helena is joined by …

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EP 131: Updates from Hoo Too, and a New Book by Mary Ann Simonds 51:44

11M ago51:44

51:44

Understanding is the key to success and contentment with horses, no matter what you do with them. If you're a backyarder who treasures the minutiae of horsekeeping, or a champion reiner, understanding the nature of all horses, as well as the unique temperament and experiences of the individual horse, makes a huge difference in how well a horse feel…

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EP 130: The Journey from Rhode Island to South Carolina 36:03

11M ago36:03

36:03

Wowie! We are finally here, in our southern home for the winter. Helena, Buck, Siouxsie, Brody, Clarabelle, Jack, Lola, and Cheeto. We drove 18 hours with a trailer full of hay and a truck full of cats to land safely at our farm in Aiken, South Carolina. Well, technically, we are in Windsor, a little hamlet within the Aiken community. It took a lot…

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EP 129: Herbs and Tracks and Roundabouts at the Cornish Ranch Track Livery 38:51

12M ago38:51

38:51

In this episode, brought to you by our friends at American Stalls, Helena chats with Hannah Ely, proprietor of the Cornish Ranch Track Livery in Cornwall, England. The Cornish Ranch has an interesting track system that includes lots and lots of hay, water buckets that are full of delightful suprises, and an approach to horsekeeping that honors the …

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EP 128: EC Pro Software for Barn Owners 26:59

1y ago26:59

26:59

A new, totally tricked out software program for barn owners that's unlike anything else on the market today. EC Pro put out a press release, and it piqued Helena's interest. After digging in to the features of the program, a lightbulb went off in her mind as she realized the potential of this platform to revolutionize the boarding business. EC Pro …

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EP 127: Tracking Your Horse's Water Consumption with Cascada 32:23

1y ago32:23

32:23

This episode is brought to you by: AMERICAN STALLS, makers of premium quality stall components and barn accessories. Do you know how much water your horse drinks each day? Can you be sure they are getting enough? One of the primary causes of equine colic is an insufficiently hydrated digestive system. What if we could monitor exactly how much water…

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EP 126: Air Cooling Systems for Horse Barns 28:27

1y ago28:27

28:27

In search of something that can help keep your horses cool during extreme heat events, but that isn't quite as dramatic as installing an A/C unit in your barn? Consider a mist cooling system! This episode's guest is Bashil Patel with Mistcooling, Inc., a Texas-based manufacturer of a product that can drop the ambient air temperature by 10-20 degree…

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EP 125: Barn Entry Doors by American Stalls, a Q & A 21:01

1y ago21:01

21:01

No part of a horse barn is arbitrary. At least, it shouldn’t be. Every square inch of the space in which you keep your horses has a purpose, including the spaces where nothing exists - like doors. In this episode, Helena covers some of American Stalls' most frequently asked questions about barn entry doors, and shares some key installation tips so …

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EP 123: The Problem with Clicker Training 54:15

1+ y ago54:15

54:15

"Any training can be done poorly and cause problems … it is not R+ that is causing the problem. It is the lack of understanding of how to properly apply the science." -Shawna Karrasch In this episode, Helena is joined by the equine clicker OG, Shawna Karrasch, to discuss the recent trend of horse training experts on social media (often with thousan…

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EP 122: Getting Organized and Making Energy 37:59

1+ y ago37:59

37:59

In this episode, we are talking simplicity, and how it can help you streamline your barn work and your business. There are several ways to simplify your workflow. Today we’re going to discuss three key strategies that will help you streamline, free up energy, and remov blocking entities in your barn. Joining Helena as co-host once again, is Buck Ha…

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EP 121: The Right Way to Build a Riding Arena 38:36

1+ y ago38:36

38:36

This episode is available to Stall and Stable Full Board Subscribers.

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EP 120: Turning the Corner with Tik (Part 2 of 2) 29:51

1+ y ago29:51

29:51

The road we travel to success with horses can be a long and arduous one. And when we turn a corner, it feels like we are getting closer to success. This is part 2 of 'Turning the Corner with Tik', a success story that follows Helena's journey with Siouxise. From struggling as a DIY horse trainer, to finding confidence as both a leader and a friend …

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EP 119: Approaching a Corner with Siouxsie (Part 1 of 2) 46:03

1+ y ago46:03

46:03

The road we travel to success with horses can be a long and arduous one. Sometimes it is full of twists and turns, and when we turn a corner, it feels like we’re actually getting closer to success. In this special 2-part episode, Buck Harris once again serves as host, helping Helena share her experiences with Siouxsie, and explain how turning a cor…

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EP 118: Dr. Seamans on Dying Racehorses 47:27

1+ y ago47:27

47:27

Here we are again, discussing why horses are dying on the track, either racing or preparing to race in some of the biggest events in the equine world. With all of the money, effort, and time invested in these horses, why does the national spotlight keep finding something awful to shine on at the racetrack? In this episode, I welcome back our favori…

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EP 117: Home and Barn Kits Shipped to You 38:31

1+ y ago38:31

38:31

What if you could buy a barn kit that has everything you ever wanted included? Quality wood, fittings, fasteners, and engineering all combined into one easy package that gets shipped to your farm sounds a little good to be true. But it’s not. In fact, that is exactly what BarnPros specializes in, and this episode explores the hows and whys of this …

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EP 116: Aiken Equestrian Real Estate 28:28

1+ y ago28:28

28:28

Who’s coming to visit us at Hoo Toooooo? Better yet, who wants to be neighbors? In this episode, Helena chats with Aiken real estate expert, Barb Gould Uskup, about what the market is like for horse properties in South Carolina right now. Get the scoop, get some advice, and get shopping. Listen in! This episode is brought to you by our friends at A…

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EP 115: Helena's Favorites from American Stalls 38:37

1+ y ago38:37

38:37

Outfitting today’s stable is not as simple as it once was. That’s because the options for comfort and safety have just about tripled in the last decade. Innovative products make our lives as horsekeepers easier and more gratifying than ever, and today’s episode features a discussion about some of my favorite items from American Stalls. Listen in!…

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EP 114: Hoo Too 1:02:05

1+ y ago1:02:05

1:02:05

In this special episode hosted by Horse Husband Extraordinaire, Buck Harris, you'll learn about Helena's history with horses and how it all lead to an exciting new chapter in her horsekeeping life. Where did the Harrises settle for a winter retreat? Is there room for all three horses? What does the barn look like? Is it really necessary to leave Ho…

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EP 113: Perimeter Fencing Pros and Cons 30:27

1+ y ago30:27

30:27

You’ve heard Helena talk about how important fencing is to the safety of our horses, as well as for helping to keep our sanity in tact. We keep our horses in human environments; thankfully, new research is helping us design those environments to better suit our horses’ needs. But, even as our farms evolve, one feature will remain the same no matter…

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EP 112: Adventures in Field Anesthesia, with Dr. Madison Seamans 45:40

1+ y ago45:40

45:40

We horsepeople are always up for a good story, and our life with horses are never short on tall tales. But the best stories are those told by old pros. And I say that with great respect and admiration for today’s guest. Dr. Madison Seamans is back, and he has a great story to share with us about a mare named Whiskey who could certainly hold her liq…

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EP 111: How to Be a Good Barn Employee 24:05

1+ y ago24:05

24:05

Am I the drama? Is it me? Oh, god, what if I AM the drama? We all want a drama-free barn, and some barns advertise themselves as just that. But, we know better. When you work with animals things are gonna get emotional from time to time. And when you work with big animals, big emotions are part and parcel of living, loving, and working with them. S…

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EP 110: What Would You Do With $150,000? 25:43

2y ago25:43

25:43

We asked the Stall and Stable Facebook community to see what they would do with $150,000 cash. The answers came rolling in - most with hope and optimism, some with a bit of grumbling. In this episode, Helena shares those answers with you, and provides insight about some of the more common responses and misconceptions. It is interesting that so many…

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EP 109: Preventing Barn Fires Other Disasters 40:12

2y ago40:12

40:12

Did you know that most farm disasters are preventable? The old adage that "horses are horses" and therefore just ripe for catastrophe is more myth than fact. While it's true that keeping large flight animals in containers designed for human convenience presents many challenges, the problem isn't with horses. It's with our lack of knowledge. My gues…

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EP 108: Conversations with a Backcountry Vet 47:48

2y ago47:48

47:48

Brought to you by: AMERICAN STALLS In this episode of the Stall and Stable Show, Helena talks with beloved equine veterinarian, Dr. Madison Seamans. The conversation covers everything from what its like treating horses in the mountains of New Mexico, to natural selection, differences in horsekeeping between urban and rural environments, and advance…

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SS West - EP 3: Breeding Quarter Horses at Home 31:06

2y ago31:06

31:06

Brought to you by: Sabrina Hayes grew up riding and showing Quarter Horses. She currently has a small herd of broodmares, a yearling, and a pony that she keeps at home near Billings, Montana. Her goal is to raise quality, versatile Quarter Horses to be competitive in the all-around Western and English events at stock breed shows (AQHA and NSBA). Wh…

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EP 107: Clarabelle and the $12,000 Rock 40:47

2y ago40:47

40:47

Brought to you by: American Stalls This episode takes listeners through Helena's journey with Clarabelle; from the day of the accident to the day this episode airs. From a seemingly small cut on a cannon bone, to three surgeries and over 30 days in the hospital, find out why distal limb wounds are a risk no horse owner should take on, and what, exa…

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SS West - EP 2: Horsekeeping with Tara in North Texas 30:16

2y ago30:16

30:16

Brought to you by In this second episode of Stall and Stable West, guest host Tara Tibbets shares the details of her farm in North Texas, and how her barn setup works for her three horses and her lifestyle. Combining a long family history in ranch-style horsekeeping with a modern take on life with horses in a suburban area, you’ll understand why Ta…

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EP 106: Raising Horses in an R+ Environment 48:31

2y ago48:31

48:31

Brought to you by: American Stalls The way we keep horses is changing. As technology and research discover more things about horses that help us humans understand their needs better, our farms, barns, and methods need to shift a bit in order to leverage this new information so we keep our horses happy and sound far longer than in another time in hi…

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EP 105: Microloans for Horse Businesses 38:31

2y ago38:31

38:31

Brought to you by: American Stalls Investing in your farm is usually a multi-step process that often happens after your business has been up and running for a while. But finding the cash reserves to buy that manure spreader, upgrade your fencing, or install new footing in your arena, is a real challenge for most small business owners. That’s where …

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SS West - EP 1 - Tara's Montana 33:01

2y ago33:01

33:01

Brought to you by: Barn Pros Well, America is a BIG country. Keeping horses in New England is not the same as keeping horses in Texas or California, or Montana. There are best practices and baselines wherever you live, of course, but we’d be silly not to talk about ideas for happy horsekeeping in specific areas of this big country of ours. So, we’r…

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EP 104: What Creates Value in a Stable? 50:34

2y ago50:34

50:34

Brought to you by American Stalls The topic of value in a boarding barn has been coming up a lot lately. What makes a place worth a certain amount and, outside of the cost to the proprietor, what should influence what one charges for board? Beauty is the eye of the beholder, of course, but there are certain, definable features that make boarding fa…

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EP 103: Ten Tips for a Better, Safer Boarding Barn 25:08

2y ago25:08

25:08

In my travels this summer, I visited several big barns and even more smaller ones. There are at least a hundred new tips I can share with you today, but I’ll start with just ten of my most important takeaways. If you want horses to be your livelihood, there are best practices that will help ensure you do that, and you do it well. In all fairness to…

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EP 102: Listener Q&A with American Stalls 31:40

2y ago31:40

31:40

In this first episode back from our summer break, we answer listener questions about stall components, materials, and matting for run-in sheds. Listen in!By with Helena Harris

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EP 101: RideIQ with Kyle Carter 45:58

2+ y ago45:58

45:58

Helena welcomes Canadian 5* eventer, Kyle Carter this week. Kyle is part of the team behind an innovative new app called RideIQ, a digital teaching tool designed to help riders in all corners of the globe have access to top-level instruction without having to travel to get it. Kyle’s take on riding is first and foremost about horsemanship, and whet…

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EP 100: Marketing Tips with Horse in a Kilt Media 40:01

2+ y ago40:01

40:01

In this 100th episode of the Stall and Stable show, Helena welcomes back Nikki Alvin-Smith, GP dressage trainer and breeder, to talk business. The conversation this time is about marketing your horse business in the 21st century. What things do horse professionals need to keep in mind as they start or grow their businesses. It's a really informativ…

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