Beyond The Silks

  🎙️ Beyond the Silks Munster Agricultural Society – Legacy, Leadership & The Future of Agriculture In this special episode of Beyond the Silks, Michelle Motherway and Nicola McCarthy sit down with key figures from the Munster Agricultural Society, one of Ireland’s oldest and most respected agricultural institutions, established in 1805. We are joined by: • Ger Murphy – President & Chairma...

In this short but sweet episode will give you some information about our Chairty Gala night that is taking place 17th of January in Garryvoe Hotel.   Come support these two amazing charities Fèileacàin & The Irish Cancer Society.   Proudly sponsored By InterchemEquine Ireland 

In this episode of Beyond the Silks we sit down with Suzanne Roberts,  A respected figure in the bloodstock and racing world • Background & Journey  • Day -To -Day • Future outlook on the equine industry    Proudly sponsored By InterchemEquine    #itcostsnothingtobekind  

In this episode of Beyond the Silks, we sit down with Pip Tuthill — a rising force within the world-renowned bloodstock agency Sackville Donald. Pip shares her journey from early days in ponies and racing to carving her own path within the sales ring and bloodstock industry. She opens up about:   How she found her way into the sport The mentors, opportunities, and challenges that shaped her career...

In this episode of Beyond the Silks, we sit down with the brilliant and big-hearted Stuart Thom of Galloway Stud — a man whose passion for horses runs as deep as his passion for music. Stuart shares his journey through the bloodstock world, the lessons learned along the way, and the dedication behind building Galloway Stud into the respected operation it is today. We talk family, foals, hard work,...

Podbean Description – Jane Davis (Connolly’s Red Mills) In this episode of Beyond the Silks, we sit down with Jane Davis of Connolly’s Red Mills, a woman whose passion, drive and authenticity have helped shape one of the most trusted names in equine nutrition. Jane shares her journey into the industry, the people and experiences that inspired her along the way, and the values that sit at the heart...

🎙️ PODCAST DESCRIPTION – Sam & Kinsey (Oakhurst Stud) + Ellie Whittaker (EMW Equine / Breeze-Up Consignor)   In this special episode of Beyond the Silks, we’re joined by three brilliant horse people who live and breathe the industry: Sam and Kinsey of Oakhurst Stud, and Ellie Whittaker — well known for EMW Equine and her fast-growing reputation as a breeze-up consignor.   Recorded on a cold, w...

In Episode 7 of Beyond the Silks, we sit down with the brilliant trio behind Furrows, Fillies and Friends — three women brought together by horses, country life, community spirit and the pure craic of taking up horse ploughing.   From their first day stepping behind the plough to qualifying for the All-Ireland, they share the laughs, the learning curve, the people who helped them along the way, an...

This episode features the dynamic duo behind D.N.A Equine — Donna and her partner Nikki. Together, they have built a respected breaking, pre-training and breeze-up operation on the Curragh, grounded in trust, consistency and a deep understanding of horsemanship. Donna shares her journey through the industry, the day-to-day reality of running a high-standard yard, and the dedication needed to keep...

🎙️ Episode 4: Nessa Joyce – Women in Racing Ireland: Breaking Barriers & Building Community Sponsored by Interchem Ireland   In this empowering episode of Beyond the Silks, Michelle, Brenda, Nicola, and Aisling sit down with Nessa Joyce, chairperson of Women in Racing Ireland, to discuss the movement that’s reshaping the Irish racing landscape.   From mentorship and networking to driving chang...

Welcome back to Beyond the Silks, hosted by Aisling, Nicola and Michelle  In Episode 5, we sit down with one of Ireland’s most respected foal consignors and breeders, Ita Sheridan of Sheridan House Stables. From her family’s deep roots in bloodstock to building one of the country’s most trusted foal consignments, Ita shares her story with honesty, warmth, and a lifetime of hands-on horsemanship. W...

Beyond the Silks is proudly sponsored by Interchem Ireland,  the trusted veterinary distributor of leading equine brands, including Precision Microbes, Audevard, Kentucky Performance Products, NoBACZ Healthcare, and more. Available exclusively through your local vet. Welcome to Beyond the Silks, the podcast that celebrates the people, the horses, the heart of the equine industry. Host Michell...

This week on Beyond the Silks, we’re joined by farrier Grace Binding — a woman thriving in a traditionally male-dominated trade. From unexpected beginnings as a shot girl in hot pants to mastering the forge and hammer, Grace shares how grit, humour, and hard work shaped her journey. We talk resilience, identity, and what it really takes to break stereotypes while shoeing horses and chasing dreams.

In our very first episode, Michelle Motherway, Brenda Shortt, and Aisling Noone sit down for a lively chat about who we are, why we’ve started this podcast, and the stories that have shaped us along the way. From sneaking out of windows in our younger days to keeping up with the times today, no topic is off-limits. With decades of experience (and plenty of laughs) between us, you’re in for a mix o...