Black In The Saddle

Adam Hollingsworth, also know as The Dreadhead Cowboy, is a Chicago native with a heart for spreading positivity. Oh, and a LOVE for horses. Four years ago Hollingsworth was introduced to horses. Two years later he became the owner of his first horse. Since then his herd has grown and so has his impact in the communities he visits.    Adam has inspired positivity in his community by talk...

Aaron Baxter is a professional bull rider, video gamer, music artist, and youth coach from the east side of Chicago. At a young age, Aaron met two black cowboys who claimed him to be a future rodeo star. Holding on to those words spoken over his life, he kept his focus on rodeos as well as the health of his mom and aunt. If you think you have heard of clever ways to learn how to ride horses, you h...

Michelle is an endurance rider turned dressage amateur YBE from Houston, Tx that is navigating her way through the horse industry one lesson at a time. From her endurance background, Michelle learned  all about hard work, perseverance and tenacity. As a difficult teen, she found solace on horseback and has continued this passion well into adulthood.   In this episode, Michelle shares the...

Frankie’s Corner Little Thoroughbred Crusade introduces children and youth to various aspects of the equestrian world. They provide a combination of hands on experiences as well as general horsemanship and equine education. This program opens up an avenue for scholarship in our community by encouraging participation in an unconventional sport.   Farmer Brown Tha' MC is a Hip-Hop themed e...

Taking a leap after a fall...   Tiffany Frierson is a mom, teacher and working student who’s passion for horses affects many aspects of her life. As a late bloomer in the industry, Tiffany bonded quickly with her instructors and even became a beginning riding instructor at her barn.    After riding her lease horse Ollie in the arena, the only thing Tiffany recalls is canter strides,...

Hailing from Las Vegas, Nevada, Jennifer Osbourne is a badass horsewoman if we’ve every seen one. Through her non-profit, Fire & Ice Horse Rescue, Jennifer takes in Thoroughbred horses straight from the race tracks of California and retrains them for their forever homes. By the time a horse finishes her program, they have experience trail riding, standing tied, and WTC on a loose rein. Not onl...

Tiffany Baker is a up and coming barrel racer hailing from the midwest! Idaho to be exact. After growing up around horses and being heavily involved in the 4-H program, Tiffany’s goal is the be the first African American woman to reach the National Finals Rodeo (NFR). Tiffany shares that while growing up in the midwest the stigma surrounding being mixed in a rural community could have discouraged...

Ever heard of “no hoof, no horse”? Well where would they be without their mouth? Miesha Lynn of Fort Worth, Texas gave up her successful white collar career in real estate to pursue her dream of working with horses. After traveling hundreds of miles from home, living in her horse trailer for a month and 150 hours of extensive education, Miesha became a certified equine dentist. After building her...

Hailing from Philly, Brandon started riding at a young age. After falling in love with horses and the sport of polo, Brandon went on to help establish the polo program at Roger Williams University, a team the won the collegiate championship in only its second year.  Brandon shares that he was inspired to get into the industry by his friends Kareem and Daymar Rosser who were (and still are) ac...

*Disclaimer: occasional adult language*   From Abercrombie, Adidas and Ariat to Zara, Compton Cowboys are putting the city of Compton and black cowboys on the map. In this episode we had the pleasure to speak with Randy Savvy, the managing member of the Compton Cowboys.    Randy speaks with us about the history of their ranch, how they manage their herd and their non-profit organiza...

YBE goes international!    In this episode we had the pleasure to chat with Lydia Heywood, an international rising eventing star residing in the UK, but representing Jamaica.   How does one become an internationally known eventer with a passion for producing quality horses, mentoring and increasing diversity in the sport? Lydia knows and is doing just that. She shares with us her ba...

As an equestrian, physical fitness is a key part in becoming a great rider. Chiropractic care is undoubtedly one of the most important self-care practices an equestrian can invest in. While riding, horsemen and women must be conscious of posture, pressure release and functional movement. Today we decided to chat with Dr. Ar'neka Montford about how equestrians can best care for themselves through c...

Just imagine, entering a new arena with new faces and a new challenge. You have trained day after day, traveled thousands of miles and spent many hours searching for the right mount to take you in the arena and trust in your hand. Thats exactly what our next guest overcame on her way to repeat success. In 2019, Raven Benjamin was a force to be reckoned with. She was awarded 15k Amateur World Champ...

Us horse girls are known for our creativity and ability to multitask and Angelica Witherspoon-Cassanova is no different! Check out our latest episode with this equestrian and self-published author of an amazing novel entitled, "Clip Clop Chronicles: Stories of a girl and her horse adventures". We chat about writing and riding and clarity in the word "YET".  Be sure to visit www.clipclopchroni...

Robert L. Jacobs  is a licensed equestrian trainer, judge and clinician based in Wilmington, NC. This young man shares with us his equestrian journey from the beginning to where he is now. His goals alone prove the sky is the limit. If you have ever thought about how to keep your passion alive and avoid a burnout, this episode is definitely for you. Learn more about the Robert Lawerence...

Mental health in the black community is a topic that has been taboo for many years, but with this generation, is headed toward a more widespread discussion. In this episode we spoke with Ashley Nash, PhD student, mental health counselor and author of 2 novels. At the ripe age of 27, Nash has completed an amazing about of work in the mental health sector, unpacking trauma in her own life and using...

"Is there a doctor in the house?!" -- There is now! Check out our latest episode with Dr. Lynn Criner of Texas Equine and Pet mobile equine veterinary practice. Dr. Lynn is a wealth of knowledge on many topics, but in this episode she shares her experiences as a black veterinarian as well as a black equestrian, what she does to combat the stresses of her profession and her goal to inspire others....

Brittney Chambers is a force to be reckoned with. Her breadth of experience in the horse industry combined with her educational background in criminal justice and mental health counseling make her an excellent facilitator, trainer and businesswoman. Brittney left her corporate job to pursue her therapy work full time. CBC Therapeutic Horseback Riding Academy, founded in 2015, is Brittney's brainch...

Check out this episode with Scnobia Stewart of Cedar Grove, NC. Scnobia has recently been featured in the SmartPak calendar and has published clinic reviews with her horse "Zima" through NCDCTA. Scnobia is involved in several horse related programs so take a listen to hear about her upbringing and experience in the horse industry.

Love for our horses, not just the sport, is what separates horse owners from equestrians who respect horsemanship. Pamela Millin has a hunter/jumper background and currently rides dressage. Today Pamela deeply expresses how her interest in horses transformed into a passionate lifestyle. Tune in to hear what she had to say!

From champion bull rider to selling and hauling bulls, Demond is committed to the bull business.  He came across the opportunity through friends in Crosby, Texas.  Listen as Demonds shares his experiences and hopes for the future.

At a Saddle Up and Read event Caitlin and Abriana went to this past weekend, they chatted with some young ladies about the book they were reading, ways to improve and they even learned some new words (EQUESTRIAN). Take a listen as these brilliant young minds discuss Cowgirl Camryn and the Great Escape!

Nahshon is a classically trained horse trainer who focuses on horsemanship, classical dressage and understanding the language of the horse. After traveling around the world, Nahshon has settled into a place of his own; a place where he can teach, train and thrive. In this episode we talk about horse business, horse relations in different countries and the principles of Nahshon's current teachings....

Check out this bonus episode of an interview with Jordan Allen. The interviewer, Tonya Johnson from The Plaidcast (Horse Radio Network) discusses Jordan's work ethic, achievements and goals for the future. 

Here we are with part 2 of our interview with Stanford Moore. In this episode we continue to talk business, horses and the impact media has on the black horsemanship community.