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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise chat with mindset and performance coach Aoife Leggett. Though based in Ireland, she works with clients worldwide through her practice Three Sixty Coaching to help them develop clarity and resilence, enabling them to reach their full potential. Next up, Holly talks to Taylor Dehorty from Red Dog Farm Animal Rescue Networ...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise  discuss the great controversies of saddle fit with Amanda Anderson , an independent saddle fitter who offers education for riders based on anatomy and biomechanics. Next up, Holly chats with Olissio Zoppe and Sylvia Zerbini, two legends of equestrian theater who will be performing in the upcoming West Coast leg of Cirq...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise  chat with David Silver, founder and Executive Director of Detroit Horse Power , a nonprofit program bringing horses to the lives of under-served youth in the city. Next up, Holly chats with Michelle Fedewa, CEO of Lucky 7 Horse Rescue in Minnesota, to discuss adoptable horse Natsu . This 8-year-old grade gelding needs...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise  chat with Terri Farley , author of the Phantom Stallion series and her upcoming Wild Horse Annie book, Horse Girl . Next up, Holly chats with Stephanie Swanson, treasurer of Wild Rose Mustang Advocacy Group, Inc. in Fort Collins, Colo., about 3-year-old palomino Mustang gelding Skater Boy and the upcoming Wild Horse Sy...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise banter about Susan's new children's book,  Swirl: My Wild Island Pony , as well as Holly's encounter with the mules of Santorini, Greece. Next, they chat with Kendy Allen, friend of the late Marguerite Henry, just in time for the annual Pony Swim. Kendy is a Chincoteague Pony breeder who lives near the is...

This month, co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise discuss Holly's Goodyear Blimp flight and Horse Illustrated's stack of awards , including Overall Excellence, at the recent American Horse Publications conference. Next, they take a walk down memory lane with Elizabeth Moyer, former editor of HI, to celebrate the magazine's 50th anniversary an...

This month, co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Amber Marshall , star of the long-running show Heartland, and learn how she went from a child actor to a real-life ranch owner. Next we chat with Cailin Caldwell, director of the ASPCA Right Horse Program , about the recent adoption successes at Equine Affaire and the 5th annual Adopt a Horse month t...

This month, co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to sidesaddle clinician and former show jumper Nicolle Glenn to learn all about the style and how to try it if you've always wanted to! Next, we chat with Cassy Streeter from our sponsored guest Equi-Analytical , a company whose mission is to provide the horse industry with quality forage and feed...

Sponsored by CareCredit Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to equestrian author Natalie Keller Reinert , whose new book The Jump (Flatiron Press) is out March 24 wherever books are sold. This month's adoptable horse is a registered American Saddlebred mare, Demara . She is 19 years old and suitable for light riding, located in Simpsonville, Ky....

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Olissio Zoppe, a 9th generation equestrian performer, founder and director of Cirque Ma'Ceo . The upcoming U.S. tour schedule can be found here .  This month's adoptable horse is Jake , an 8-year-old grade Gypsy cross looking for a companion home that likes to brush a long mane and can appreciate his b...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Linda Nelson, a re-rider getting back in the saddle with some relatable struggles. This month's adoptable horse is Cyclone , a 2-year-old grade pony rescued from a feral herd who is learning the ropes. She is located in Nicholasville, Ky. For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrated and Young Rider m...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Raquel Lynn, former co-host of the podcast and lifestyle expert of Horses & Heels and Stable Style fame. This month's adoptable horse is Uncle Timmy , a 3-year-old Thoroughbred gelding ready to start a new career in any direction, located in Afton, Va.  For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrate...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Coagi Long, founder and owner of Equine Affaire , which is coming up Nov. 6-9 in West Springfield, MA! Next, we chat with Simon d'Unienville, executive director of Healing Heroes Through Horsemanship, about a trio of beautiful, sound adoptable Thoroughbred mares in San Louis Obisbo, CA: Whinny , Sweetheart...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Gideon Kotkowski, a podcaster and polo player who talks about his experiences riding in the 2024 Mongol Derby.  Joining us next to talk about red light therapy is Jackie Jolie, founder of the EquiSol company, which makes products for horses, dogs, and cats.  Finally, hear about this month's adoptable horse,...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Alyssa Mathews of Discover the Horse project, where she is traveling the world with the goal of riding every breed of horse.  Our adoptable horse this month is Dawson City , a tall, dark, and handsome 5-year-old OTTB ready to go in any direction, available at Horse and Hound Rescue Foundation in Oklahoma.  For s...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Solange Ellis , founder of the Stable Riding Lab. Our adoptable horse this month is an Arabian/Saddlebred cross named Jenny , located at the Humane Society of North Texas.  For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrated and Young Rider magazines just for podcast listeners, click here . Visit our deep catalo...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Sarah Boudreau , author of the new book Before Misty : Early Chincoteague Pony History , in honor of the 100th Pony Swim taking place July 30, 2025.  Our adoptable horse this month is an attention-loving Saddlebred cross named William , located at the Hooved Animal Humane Society in Woodstock, Ill. For special s...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to David O'Connor, Olympic gold medalist and USEF Chef of Sport, about his career highlights and how we can all help keep horse sports thriving in today's decidedly non-horsey world. This month's adoptable horse, Rawhide , is a beautiful Paint mare who is looking for a companion home. For special sub...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Tik Maynard, who recently won Road to the Horse for the second year in a row! This month's adoptable horse is a sweet bay Thoroughbred gelding named Nash who is looking for a companion home. For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrated and Young Rider magazines just for podcast listeners, click here...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Fran Severn , author of Riders of a Certain Age and the newly released Book of Barn Hacks . Next up is a chat with Sara Goldsmith, LCSW , a therapist that helps young athletes manage anxiety, build confidence, and reach their full potential. This month's adoptable horse is a senior Mini mare named Wilma who...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to beloved trainer and clinician Julie Goodnight . Next up is a chat with Stoney Stamper, national sales director for family-owned Hart Trailers . This month's adoptable horse is 17-year-old Arabian mare Ariana , located in Ojai, Calif. For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrated and Young Rider magazi...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Grand Prix dressage rider and virtual coach Amelia Newcomb . Next up is a chat with Mary Campbell, founder and owner of Mare Modern Goods . This month's adoptable horse is Kate , an adorable 17-year-old sorrel Quarter Horse mare who has been doing well under saddle. For special subscription rates on Horse I...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to legendary "Join-Up" trainer, author, and teacher Monty Roberts . This month's adoptable horse is Graycie , a gray Arabian mare currently showing in hunter/jumper and barrel racing, who is ready to go in any direction with her forever home. For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrated and Yo...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Cathy Woods , author of Yoga For Riders , about out-of-the-box gift ideas and goal setting for the coming year. Next, they chat with Michelle Murch, equine and farm program manager for the New Hampshire SPCA, about adoptable horse Tilly , a beautiful palomino Quarter Horse mare. For special subscription rates on...

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Jean Abernethy, the illustrator behind Fergus the Horse. Next, they chat with Kristine Dvonch, executive director of Horses' Haven in Howell, Mich., about three of their adoptable horses traveling to Equine Affaire Massachusetts this month. For special subscription rates on Horse Illustrated and Young Rider...