Buck Off Banter

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss the latest Andy Kocher allegations. They then move on to the much happier topic of returning to competitions. They discuss some of the new rules and consider the emotional wellbeing of anyone that is asked to man a warm up. The episode finishes with a Wanker of the week, that causes Karla to consider using Henry as her new trainer.

In this episode Katie and Karla are joined by guest Wayne Garrick. Together they discuss inclusion within the horse world and consider the many ways the equestrian world is getting it right. 

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss the use of Police horses in the recent riots and consider whether there is still a place for the mounted units. They play a game using horse adverts and answer a listeners a question on horsey regrets.

In this episode Katie and kola discuss the recent controversy surrounding Nick Skelton's article in Horse and Hound. They also talk about the recent upsetting Facebook post concerning Harry Evans and consider how to prevent horses from falling into the hands of unscrupulous dealers. It wouldn't be Buck off Banter if they didn't get completely sidetracked and also talk about homeschooling, shopping...

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss lockdown life and revisit their Christmas game of guess the horsey celeb.  To help them answer listener questions they are joined by Krista from From the Ground Up. Krista gives some fantastic ideas for things we can do with our horses while on lockdown. They also make the discovery that Krista is a (whisper) Barefooter and this prompts an interesting discus...

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss their show fails. This includes feral dogs, stolen bread and out of control horses. They move onto Wanker of the Week where they discuss yet more fails, this time involving scrambled egg and professional pogo sticks.

In this episode Katie and Karla are joined again by Jenni from Flying Changes coaching. Jenni shares her top 3 tips to help overcome common problems faced by riders. The chat strays to the perils of reading horsey books as a child, Tik Tok, Gavin and Stacey and why Karla and Ben should wear gags. The usual off topic chaos. 

In this episode Katie and Karla are joined by Jenni Winter-Leach from Flying Changes. They discuss how working with your mindset is a complete package and is not just riding focused. Katie and Karla ask for tips on avoiding social media drama, trolls and how to cope with others judgement. Obviously the episode doesn't remain totally on topic. They also cover the horror of home schooling, bad hairc...

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss ways to stay positive. This includes taking a kazoo to horse shows, strip to Hogwarts, dressing your horse as a sheep and getting a "Carla clap." 

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss gadgets on horses and lace on Harry Styles. They talk about how they would spend their imaginary lottery win and answer questions about yard nutters and the perils of horse riding attire.

In this episode Katie and Karla begin with a worrying geography lesson. They then discuss the fine line between being motivated and turning horses into a chore. Katie wonders why she continues to ride "like a dick" when she competes and Karla concludes that most of us do. A listener sends in a traffic related question, brace yourselves!!

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss the pressure of new year's resolutions. They talk about the their lack of desire to take part in anything that makes January even less pleasant than it already is. They decide that the easiest solution is bigger breeches. They also catch up on Christmas, scooter disasters and beaver soap.  

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss the perils of horsey facebook groups. They encourage people to get out and give competitions a go, if they can manage, anyone can! They finish up with a particularly eye watering wanker of the week nomination, listeners be warned!!

In this festive episode Katie and Karla drink slightly more than they should they, play games and chat all things Christmas. Karla finds one of the games slightly more testing than she had anticipated and Katie starts thinking maybe Santa doesn't bring 3.5 ton Horseboxes?!?

In this episode Katie and Karla return once again to the do's and don'ts of equestrian underwear. They discuss their riding bucket lists and wonder why horsey brands have names they can buy in large quantities but still can't pronounce.

In this episode Katie and Karla get excited at the chance to write their Christmas list full of horsey items they "need." They then take a very unusual academic turn and review some books they've found inspiring. This doesn't last long and the chat soon returns to I'm a celebrity care packages, children eating homework and of course a bit of Andrew Nicholson licking.

In this episode Karla gives a behind the scenes from Your Horse Live. Katie and Karla go way off piste in a rematch of show jumper vs eventer. They answer questions about horse injuries, shoeing and having a career in horses and finish with a pungent wanker of the week.

In this episode Katie and Karla go retro! They take a trip down memory lane and wonder how modern horses would cope without todays creature comforts. They share some useful tips and then answer a listeners question giving their thoughts on livery yard bullying.

In this episode Katie and Karla are joined by Skint dressage Daddy. They take a look at the annoying things horse owners do and discuss livery options but mostly just enjoy hearing the despair of a non horsey spouse and Father. Dan, (SDD) tells them how he was forced to write his book, from Nags to Numnuts by strangers on the internet and how he is soon to be left in charge of "rented horse" at th...

In this Episode Katie and Karla discuss Burghley's influential XC track. They move on to horse buying stories and Karla is baffled by Katie's buying criteria. They then talk about how important the right trainer is and give their thought on clinics. They round the show up chatting about using cif in an unorthadox way and why Katie thinks competition mix is the best solution to not falling off.

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss the recent dramas from the Europeans. They talk take a look at horsey craziness from both a horsey and non horsey perspective. Karla talks Australian, Katie talks to Jesus and they round up with a discussion on do talented horses need to be quirky or should we stop championing the bad lads?

In this episode Katie and Karla take a look at the highs and lows of combining children and horses. This includes the perils of topless dressage, fractured skulls and raising rats. They discuss the difficulty of staying motivated and talk about how to avoid snot filled phone calls to your trainer. Don't miss it

In this episode Katie and Karla share their very different takes on horsey guilty pleasures. They discuss equestrian fashion and all of the pressures and judgements that go with it. The episode finishes with Karla's plans to get up close with one of her idols!

In this episode Katie and Karla discuss some of the white lies horse owners tell. They discuss a recent controversial showjumping round and talk about respecting competition horses and Karla gets a bit hot under the collar over a certain event rider.

In this bonus episode Katie and Karla introduce their horses and families (in that order!) with a Buck Off Banter twist.