Adulting with Horses

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather almost wins a Schitt's Creek Trivia night. So of course that means she and Natalie have to turn their genius into tackling the question of "How to Be A Great Rider". The authors are wise beyond their years, and athletic capabilities but they'll have fun practicing. Just don't pull out your video camera. Links: www.adultingwithhorsespodca...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie talk about a very important topic we can all relate to...Equine-Assisted Dismounts. Have you ever fallen while mounting? Does your horse have a signature move? Should we take a course in landing or is it just better to risk it all? More, we have stories from our clubhouse! For our special bonus episode on trailer horror stori...

In Radiothon Hour 5, Heather and Natalie are your guides into the world of Adulting with Horses. They welcome fellow author Jessica Burkhart to discuss all things holiday. Plus, they give away $700.00 in prizes. Radiothon Hour 5 - Adulting with Horses Hour: The Adulting with Horses Hour with Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert Charity of Choice: Please consider donating to Gentle Carousel M...

On this special episode of Adulting with Horses, Natalie and I want to highlight some friends of ours with amazing small, women-owned businesses! Even better, they have each offered a special promotional discount, between 15-25% depending on the brand, for our listeners. We are joined in person by several of these wonderful brands so listen in to hear about them in their own words! Below is a list...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, we have just returned from Equine Affaire where we lived together for days. Weird stuff happened. Natalie tries to convince Heather to shave her glorious hair, we had to be separated at dinner, and much more. Hear all about our time at this amazing event, the dinner they had to be separated from each other, and more shenanigans. Oh, and for all...

We're bringing back our popular Halloween episode to share our own spooky ghost stories with a lot of help from our clubhouse members. Who doesn't love a good ghost story, especially when it involves our favorite topic- horses? This episode is brought to you by Redingote Equestrian. The weather is turning, it's getting colder! Time to think about stocking up for winter with the new releases from R...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie talk about a topic with help from their Clubhouse- spooking season! Listen to some of our favorite stories from the barn, hear about the Thoroughbred Makeover in Kentucky, and find out why Heather will never live down a riding lesson after this month. Links: www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.com Instagram @adultingwithhorsespodca...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie catch up after being separated for weeks! Heather has a sexy little story from Iceland that inspired her to write a new fiction series (when she hasn't even released her debut fiction novel!) and Natalie decaptitated some snowmen with her horse Ben and loved it. Wondering what we're talking about? Give this episode a listen....

Join our fall challenge to adult more with your horses! The Spooky Season Challenge 2023 is open October 1 – 31, 2023. Play on social media, use the downloadable challenge form, or a combination of both to earn your Spooky Season ribbon! CHALLENGES INCLUDE: – A surprise treat for your horse – Going to work in your barn clothes – Finding hay in unusual places – Keeping your tack where it doesn’t be...

Hey horse girls, let's talk jerk-face horses and what jerks they are. Or maybe they aren't. Maybe they've got a reason for everything they do. Hell, maybe you're the reason (jk of course you aren't.) Have fun with this episode - I know we did! Links: www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.com Instagram @adultingwithhorsespodcast Twitter @AdultingHorses Facebook Group, The Clubhouse: https://www.facebook.co...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie talk more about preparing for horse shows and competition. In the second part of the 2-part episode, they focus on mindset and the importance of self-awareness. For our special unedited, video version of this episode (that really happened), make sure to join our Patreon! Links: www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.com Instagram @adu...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie talk about a topic suggested by their Clubhouse- tips and tricks for how they prepare for a horse show. In part one, Let's Get Physical, they talk about...you guessed it, the physical preparation of competition and touch a little on mindset, which is the focus for part two! Links: www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.com Instagram @...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie talk about a topic suggested by their Clubhouse- trailering and towing. Is there anything more powerful than a woman hauling horses? We don't think so. So listen in for their stories, tips, and tricks, and of course a lot of laughter. For our special bonus episode on trailer horror stories that really happened, make sure to j...

On Surviving Summer, Heather and Natalie chat about how their summers are going, both the highs and the lows. Additionally, they talk travel preparation, gardening, and the challenging moment when your daughter rides your pony and he tests her. Important Links: Website: www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adultingwithhorsespodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.c...

On this episode of Adulting with Horses, Heather and Natalie Chapter markers: 0:40 - We catch up and discuss Natalie's legal high, why Heather is sleeping on the couch and how she's building a podcast studio in her basement. 25:00 - A Year in Review. A lot can change in a short amount of time, whether it's work, family, or horses. Sometimes it doesn't feel like you're making any progress, but when...

On this episode of Adulting with Horses, Heather and Natalie discuss the term "horse addict". Lose the negative connotation and focus on the good things that result from being passionate about horses. Plus, Heather is injured and Natalie puts on her big girl pants to go on a trail ride. Chapter markers: 0:48 - Topic #Intro chat 8:50 - Topic #Don't call me an addict, it's about passion and we can (...

On episode 26 of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Natalie and Heather check in on the progress they've made on their goals (or lack thereof) and speak candidly about the challenges of adulting, setting goals, and keeping them. Chapter markers: 0:49 - Intro Chat- Heather and Natalie catch up. 14:45 - Check in on goal progress. 40:00 - Adulting wins. Sponsor Link : Support for this podcast provided...

Yeah, we don't do interviews but for this bonus episode of Adulting with Horses we had to make an exception. Will Grant, Mongol Derby Rider and Long Rider who just published his book, The Last Ride of the Pony Express: My 2,000 Mile Horseback Journey Into the Old West talks with us about his adventures, what goes into riding the Pony Express trail, and why it's important to ride outside your comfo...

On episode 25 of the Adulting with Horses podcast , Heather and Natalie discuss what they look for in a trainer - the difference in education, cookie cutter barns, and expectations for finding a unicorn to teach them how to progress in their horsemanship. What do you look for in a trainer or riding instructor? Has that changed over the years? Chapter markers: 1:00 - Intro Chat, Heather and Natalie...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses Podcast, Heather and Natalie are joined by fellow author and mean girl expert, Jessica Burkhart . As an expert, Jess can spot a barn bully from a mile away and we talk about our personal experiences, share some stories from the clubhouse, and more. This is one episode you won't want to miss! Segments: 0:48 - Let's Talk Mean Girls, Baby. 30:10 - Real Life...

On episode 23 of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie reimagine horse shows for adults that involve having fun with other women who just want to have fun on horses. Forget competing against teenagers who are more flexible and have less fear than you. Such classes may or may not involve one-handed riding (because the other has a beverage), pushing a giant ball across the arena with...

On episode 22 of Adulting with Horses, Heather and Natalie discuss the endless struggle of work/family/barn balance and avoiding burnout. As always, they have an open, honest conversation (yes, with cuss words periodically) and dare we say, maybe ended up with a solution? Now if they can only follow through and walk the walk. This episode is sponsored by FITS Riding. FITS  is dedicated to the...

Welcome to episode 21 of the Adulting with Horses podcast! This episode is WAY too much fun. Heather and Natalie discuss coming out of winter and setting goals for the spring, how food can bring back the most precious memories (especially when they involve tacos), sexy text messages, and much more! Sponsor Link Support for this podcast provided by The Whole Rider by WENDY MURDOCH . Make sure to li...

We've talked about what to look for in boarding barns, but what about ALL the red flags? Between the two of them, Natalie and Heather have a lot of experience at different facilities. They share what to watch for, and what to run FROM in this special bonus episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast. Run, don't walk to listen. The co-hosts haven't been lunged and let it all out in the arena.

On episode 20 of the Adulting Horses podcast, we welcome helmet and literacy advocate Caitlin Gooch, of The Black Cowgirl and Saddle Up and Read, as a guest host to chat all things helmets and hair. We dive into living on her family farm and how things are changing for her, why it's important for riders to consider their hairstyle for helmet safety, how brands need to change their mindset, and how...