Equestrian Hub Podcast

LISTEN now to hear Charlie’s chat with star eventer and dressage rider Grace Kay. She discusses her recent time spent training in Germany, her riding journey and how her experiences have shaped her to become the successful rider she is today. Support the show

One of Australian’s best known dressage riders, Daniella Dierks’ achievements were not handed to her on a plate. She spoke to AMANDA MAC about the early days, her successes, her priorities, and life since COVID.   Image: Danielle and protégé SPH Santarina competing during the 2018 Sydney CDI (Image by Amy-Sue Alston). Support the show

Loved Part 1 of ‘Building a Respectful Relationship With your Horse and Handling the Equine Athlete’? Our Christine Armishaw chats with David Shoobridge about the article and asks some of our burning questions where David shares his thoughts on breeding, temperament and the point where he knows he is working with a ‘special’ horse. Support the show

Handling the equine athlete An elite Australian dressage rider and highly sought after trainer, DAVID SHOOBRIDGE shares some top tips in this exclusive two-part series on building a respectful relationship with your horse. Support the show

Keeping a horse in good condition over winter can be challenging, particularly if they’re older or a fussy eater. DAVID NASH and Dr TOM SHURLOCK offer their expert advice on getting through winter in style. Support the show

LARISSA BILSTON, ANIMAL NUTRITIONIST Larissa graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of Agricultural Science degree with first class honours in the early 1990s. She has travelled throughout Australia and internationally as both a science communicator and animal nutritionist. Larissa has worked in the stock feed industry as an animal nutritionist providing support to the horse, b...

Colleen has been an international equestrian coach and competitor for many years. I believe in having an open mind when training horses and riders so I have incorporated the techniques and ideas of many trainers into the methods I use. In 2009 I was invited to present a demonstration and participate in the trainer forum at the International Equitation Science Conference where delegates from 14 cou...

Last edition of Ask Charlie for 2020!  We will have Charlie Brister back in the new year to help us resolve all matter equestrian.  have an amazing Christmas and a Happy New Year. Support the show

Charlie talks to Todd Hinde at SIEC.  Todd is the High Performance Jumping Manager / Jumping Chef D’Equipe. Charlie also discusses the importance of electrolytes and how to keep your horse cool over Summer. This is the last episode of The Right Rein Podcast and Ask Charlie for 2020.  We look forward to seeing you all back here in 2021 where we will be launching a very flash new website with so muc...

Jill asks - "Why is it that training and executing flying changes seems to have an entirely different connotation in showjumping than in dressage?  My (limited) understanding is that flying changes in dressage are considered fairly high level, can be difficult to train and are only attempted on a horse that is well developed in all preceding movements; learning flys is like a dressage right o...

"What goes on in the brain, goes down the rein".  Support the show

Charlie Brister talks to Shae Herwig, manager of The Saddle Hub, about the challenges she is having with her Dutch Warmblood, Bravour M, aka Spuddy.  They have recently moved into Medium and Spuddy is getting a little anxious as well as predicting the flying changes.   Support the show

Today we talk to the better half of J and R Equestrian, Jess stones. Jess and Rhys really need no introduction into the equestrian community, they have both been equestrian professionals from a young age. They combine an extensive and extremely successful background and knowledge of show and show jumping horses to create J and R Equestrian. Jess is one of Australia's most decorated Show Rider...

In this week's episode of Ask Charlie, 4* eventer, Charlie Brister talks to Nicky about the unusual behaviour of her gelding at feed time. Support the show

In this episode Charlie answers your question on Tempo vs Rhythm and also reflects on The Right Rein podcast Episode #4 with Dave Cameron Support the show

Two-time senior Australian Show Jumping Champion, Dave Cameron, has the equestrian life in his blood. Born and raised in Forbes NSW to a horse loving family; Dave’s father was a successful competitor and horseman while his mother a reputable trainer of young horses and avid horse lover. It was a natural progression for Dave to take on an equestrian lifestyle. Dave was a successful junior and young...

Charlie Brister reflects on lessons learnt from his interview with Olympian Amanda Ross Support the show

Amanda Ross is an equestrian coach, world class eventer, and she rides for Australia. Amanda Ross’ career has been extraordinary, and her commitment to fitness absolute. Amanda has been competing in equestrian sports for more than 30 years. She was a reserve for the World Equestrian Games in 1998, 2010 and 2018, and a member of the Australian team for the Oceana Eventing Team in 1999 and 2019. She...

Charlie Brister talks about his interview for The Right rein with David Shoobridge Support the show

David Shoobridge is an elite Australian dressage rider, trainer and coach.  His experience competing at the top levels of Australian dressage and his reputation for successfully developing dressage horses and riders, coupled with his acute eye for detail and his highly articulate and charismatic style means that David is in high demand as a trainer and coach. David grew up as part of a multi-gener...

Hi everybody and welcome to the right rein podcast. This is episode 1 for all you lucky listeners. My name is Charlie Brister and I am delighted to be hosting this podcast for the Equestrian Hub. We plan to interview experts in their field, perplexed horse shoppers, adult amateur riders and everyone in between. Out of this I am sure you will find some useful information to help you and your horses...