Curious Equestrian

Redefining Horsemanship with Joe Midgley Welcome to our latest episode, where we dive into the mind of Joe Midgley, a trailblazer in the world of equine training. Joe, the founder of the Good Horsemanship YouTube channel, is changing the narrative around horse training by focusing on psychological connections rather than physical dominance. In this episode, we unpack Joe’s philosophy and practices...

Join us as we delve into the world of equine hacking with our esteemed guest, Hanna Walton. Renowned for her insightful approach to creating confident, relaxed horses, Hanna shares her invaluable strategies for fear-free hacking. We explore the importance of preparation and intuitive connection between horse and rider, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for both. Hanna discusses the common c...

Welcome to another enlightening episode of 'Curious Equestrian.' In this special instalment, we're joined by the renowned horse trainer and philosopher Warwick Schiller. Known for his unique approach to horse training that transcends conventional methods, Warwick takes us on a thought-provoking journey that intertwines the art of equestrianism with profound life lessons. In our candid...

Join us for an inspiring conversation on Thoroughbred Welfare in our latest podcast episode. We have the privilege of sitting down with two remarkable thought leaders in the equestrian world: Philippa Gilmore, Head of Welfare Operations from Retraining of Racehorses (RoR), and Saranna Jordan, Horseracing Liaison and lecturer at Hartpury University. Together, we delve into the crucial topic of thor...

In this captivating episode of the Curious Equestrian Podcast, join our host, Anna Louise Claydon, as she delves deep into the world of horsemanship beyond riding. Anna engages in an intimate conversation with Claire Artis, where Claire shares her incredible journey with her equine companion, Cloudy. Discover the transformative power of not riding and how it fosters profound bonds between humans a...

In this enlightening episode of the Curious Equestrian Podcast, we sit down with Andrea Wady , a seasoned equine expert with over 40 years of experience. Andrea shares her profound insights into the world of horsemanship, emphasizing the importance of understanding and connecting with horses on a deeper level. Join us as we explore her transformation from dominance to mutual understanding, the ins...

Welcome to another enlightening Curious Equestrian episode hosted by Anna Louise Claydon! 🎙️🐴 In this edition, Anna Louise talks with Annabel Holmes, an Equine Ecologist on a mission to harmonize horse welfare and environmental sustainability. Annabel's journey from a childhood fascination with animal behaviour to her current role as an Equine Ecologist is a story worth hearing. She shares he...

Welcome to another engaging episode of the Curious Equestrian podcast, where your host, Anna Louise Claydon, leads the way! 🎙️🐴 In this edition, Annabel Holmes, an Equine Ecologist, joins Anna Louise on a mission to harmonize horse welfare and environmental sustainability. Annabel's journey from a childhood fascination with animal behaviour to her current role as an Equine Ecologist is a stor...

In this episode, we're thrilled to be joined by the remarkable Zoe Coade. Dive deeper into Zoe's horsemanship and liberty horse training world, and discover a treasure trove of knowledge, insights, and inspiring content. 🐴 @getgoodwithhorses 🌐 Explore her courses and journey at Get Good With Horses Courses: https://rebrand.ly/GetGood 📱 Engage with her vibrant community on Facebook: https://rebr...

In today's Curious Equestrian episode, an extraordinary guest is joining us—Lindsey Crosbie, the visionary founder of "With Horses CIC." With Horses is not your typical business; it's a mission-driven Community Interest Company that passionately believes in making horses accessible to all, not just a privileged few. Their purpose goes beyond profit as they strive to create a worl...

In this episode of the Curious Equestrian Podcast, we sit down with Kimberly Dunn, the founder of Idyllwild Horsemanship, as she shares her remarkable journey towards helping horses and their people form harmonious and balanced relationships. From a young age, Kim's passion for horses ignited a lifelong dedication to the equestrian world. She found her calling in western riding, particularly t...

In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with renowned horseman Mark Langley , who has developed a unique approach to horsemanship that emphasises empathy, communication, and understanding. During our interview, Mark explains his approach to training horses with understanding and the distinction between pressure and release and feel. He shares insights into how he connects with horses on...

If you have ever wondered what Equine Touch is and if it will be beneficial for your horse then this podcast episode is just for you. We will be talking with Babette Littlemore an Equine Touch practitioner and instructor.  We’ll find out what Equine Touch is, how it can benefit your horse, your relationship with your horse, what to expect in an Equine Touch session. To learn more about The Eq...

Our featured book for February was ‘From East to West by Saddle is Best’ written by Claire Alldritt. Claire left her home in the east of Scotland and set out on a journey to the west coast with two horses. This is a story of exploration, trust and resilience. It’s about making your way along the trail, whether on four legs or two. This book will take you from coast to coast in search of adventure,...

In this episode, Kate chats with Hanna Walton an international horse development specialist, event rider and teacher. Hanna & Kate will be chatting about Hanna's upcoming article series in Horsemanship Journal following the journey of Riley. In the four-part article series, Hanna will share his progress with you as it unfolds throughout the year, through his rehabilitation and back into compet...

In this episode, we are talking with Janet L. Jones, author of  'Horse  Brain, Human Brain. The Neuroscience of Horsemanship'. This was our book of the month in October. Horse Brain, Human Brain is a book and training philosophy developed by Janet Jones. With her background as a  brain scientist, horse trainer, and writer, Janet is uniquely positioned to apply brain function to the...

In this episode, we get to know one of authors a little better, meet Sean Coleman an equine behaviourist helping people to understand not only why horses do what they do but how to effect it. Sean is a 3* Parelli Professional and has spent extensive time learning directly from Pat as one of his apprentices. Interview date: 2018

Cathy Sirett, author of Complete Confidence , and Kate chat about confidence and the journey that led Cathy to write her book. They explore the tools that help people move from anxiety to waking up excited to spend time with their horses and achieve their equine goals.

In this episode editor, Kate McLaughlin chats with Guy Robertson about horsemanship, mustang training, cow clinics and much more!

Founder of Reach Out to Horses and animal communicator Anna Twinney joins us for Horsemanship Hour to discuss: Horse talk; the silent and secret telepathic language of horses

Hannah Walton discusses why a solid foundation is key to success. Words by Hannah Walton, narrated by Sarah Jane Rose and produced by Horsemanship Journal.

In this podcast, Kate chats with qualified life coach, natural horsemanship instructor and secondary school teacher Helen O’Hanlon. In this discussion, they cover a variety of topics including cognitive behavioural coaching, mindfulness and positive psychology.

Amazing Grace written by Franklin Levinson and Narrated by Sarah Jane Rose, Featuring vocals from Dru Stephenson. "There are many places that we can now go to learn about being with and training horses in gentle ways. Using internet searches to find trust based trainers, thoughtful and even spiritual paths with horses, can provide many options for those seeking better relationships with horses."

This audio article helps you interpret and connect the physical signals that horses display in response to their environment. These signals are evident in the everyday actions, gestures and attitudes that horses communicate to each other, but are often so subtle that they can go unnoticed by humans.

Reactive to Responsive - Establishing Behavioural Patterns with Ross Cooper. First published in Horsemanship Journal April 2018.