Listen With EquiTeam

Confidence doesn't disappear overnight, and it doesn't come back overnight either. In this episode of  Listen with EquiTeam , Equiteam Confidence Camp founders Liz Daniels and Luise Gillings, talk about why so many riders struggle with confidence, what really holds us back, and how small, practical changes can help us feel calmer, more capable, and enjoy our horses again. We explore the myths arou...

On this week's light-hearted podcast, Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings go way off-piste as they share the most ridiculous things they have done because the other one said it would be a good idea, travelling for 36 hours straight, what would be on their dating profile if the other one had to write it, and who is most likely to be late (no shock statements for that one!).

If you're anything like us, then you prioritise your horse and their needs, but investing in yourself financially always seems to fall way off the to-do list, and the mere mention of pensions sends us running for the stables. In this episode, Equiteam's Liz Daniels is joined by the lovely Ruth Downs, Founder of Truth Financial, with the remit – please can you make finances accessible and sexy! Rut...

Join Equiteam's Liz and Lou on this week's podcast to chat about Loneliness Awareness Week and what it has in common with Paddington Bear. The pair chat about why being lonely poses the same health risk as smoking 15 cigrettes and day, and chat about the power of connection and feeling included in your community. As always, if you need support, please remember that the team at Riders Minds are alw...

Following on from last week's podcast with the daunting fact that on average you have 4,000 weeks (if you are lucky and live to 80), combined with lots of chat in the Equiteam Connected group, Equiteam's Lou Gillings set about researching different goal setting methods, which she used for the base of her blog 'How hard are you willing to work'. Lou explored different methods outside the traditiona...

Sometimes you get those emails that make you stop and think, and when the Art of Brilliance email: Busy, busy, busy, busy, busy… Dead popped into Liz's inbox; she couldn't help but click the link. The average lifespan is 4,000 weeks, and clicking the link calculates how long you've been on the planet – and how long you have left (on average). It shares how many birthdays you might have, how many s...

In this episode, Liz Daniels is joined by Jo Williams, older sister of the late Georgie Campbell and a trustee of the Georgie Campbell Foundation. The tragic loss of Georgie rocked the equestrian community to the core, and after Georgie's public memorial, the foundation was created with two missions in mind; to improve horse and rider safety by reducing the risk of rotational falls; and, secondly,...

Equiteam's Liz Daiels is joined by member Gill Birrell on Mental Health Awareness Week to chat about being accountable, taking a half halt, asking twice, the art of listening, and how actions change things. Come together to raise awareness, start conversations, and help ensure that nobody in our industry feels alone. Find out how you can get involved in Mental Health Awareness Week here:  https://...

Equiteam's Liz Daniels is joined by Hugh Somerville, BVSc Cert AVP (ESO) (VDI) MRCVS - Advanced Practitioner in Equine Surgery (Orthopaedics) & Veterinary Diagnostic Imaging, Founder and Director of Loch Leven Equine Practice, to discuss the influenza outbreak and how we can protect our own horses and the wider community. Hugh shares his professional yet practical opinion on vaccinations, travelli...

Equiteam's  Liz Daniels  is joined by the brilliantly inspiring  Flo Dawes , a member of the  Hawkstone Farmers Choir , whose unforgettable debut on  Britain's Got Talent  had audiences across the UK reaching for the tissues. Accomplished equestrian Flo, shares more about her day job as a professional dressage rider alongside running a livery yard, Nupdown Equestrian, in Bristol, and how answering...

It's not very often that we allow ourselves to feel proud, or to set out to a big competition with a goal, only then move the goal posts in the heat of the moment - which leaves a taste of disappointment. Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings reflect on a week of British Dressage Winter Champs as they explore the feelings of overwhelm, lying awake in the middle of the night trying to remember...

On today's episode, Liz Daniels is delighted to be joined by Melanie Crouch from Great Horse Products to chat about her 40-year horse owning journey and the inspiration that led her to develop her own products. Having encountered various equine skin related challenges, Melanie was struggling to find something that really worked. After 18 months, Mel realised that she had an oil based product that...

On this week's podcast, Liz Daniels chats to EquiTeam member Samantha Richmond-Walls about how she rebuilt her confidence after breaking her spine, why she felt ashamed of being nervous, and her journey from not wanting to canter to completing Blair Castle Horse Trials and stepping up to eventing at BE100. Samantha shares how she felt selling her best friend Adara, and how the importance of teamwo...

In the follow up to The Gaucho Grannies: 500km ahead, Liz Daniels welcomes back EquiTeam member Dot Still and Hilary Barnard,  as they return from the gruelling  Gaucho Derby  with some amazing stories to share. With a new appreciation and admiration for the hardy Criollos of Patagonia, the duo recall their highs, lows, and new skills learned as they undertook the challenge of a lifetime, which sa...

EquiTeam's Liz and Lou chat about buying horses - they cover being honest with yourself, writing lists and why it is important to take the time to think about what it is you are really looking for, as the perfect unicorn is hard to find. They share their experiences of buying and selling horses and focus on  the most important things in any new relationship - time, honesty and a support team you c...

In this episode, we're joined by  Alex Cocking , fresh from appearing on the hit series  All Stars  on  Horse & Country TV . Equiteam member Alex shares what it was really like stepping into the spotlight on the show, the inspiration for pushing out of his comfort zone to apply, some behind-the-scenes moments, and what the experience meant for him personally and professionally. From thinking 'I wo...

On this week's podcast, Liz Daniels chats to Equiteam members Hannah MacIntosh, Louise Bone and Helen Robertson about all things BD Quest. From starting the British Dressage Quest journey, to qualifying for the semi-finals, and enjoying cheesy chips, the trio share their experiences and how the Quest foundations and support have given them the confidence to explore different BD options. And of cou...

Fostering independence and personal growth whilst staying in your lane.  EquiTeam's Liz and Lou talk about achieving goals, being honest with ourselves about how much effort we are putting in, and if we need to take more responsibility for what we do in between lessons. The pair emphasise the importance of setting personal goals and focusing on what you can control despite challenges like weather...

In this week's episode, Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings chat about the meaning of motivation (to move), what motivates them and if they are competitive, how to stay motivated, planning for the year ahead. Of course, we all know that with horses the journey is never linear – but its how you handle those setbakcs that really matter. And the questions for everyone to ponder, what itch do you still ha...

Social media can be amazing and damaging in equal measures and on today's episode Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Louise Gillings explore the positives and negatives of social media, recognising when it's not healthy, and how you can manage your own feeds. From sharing top tips and their own personal experiences to celebrating the wonderful safe spaces created online, this is a podcast to get you think...

Liz Daniels is joined by EquiTeam member Dot Still and Hilary Barnard, better known as the  "Gaucho Grannies" , as they prepare to take on the gruelling  Gaucho Derby , a 500km adventure race on horseback across the wild landscapes of Patagonia, all in support of  Riders Minds . Both Dot and Hilary have previously represented Great Britain internationally in TREC, so they're no strangers to endura...

There is one thing that Liz loves as much as fermented products, and that is spreadsheets and numbers – add the two together and you'll probably find her sitting in a dark room, so if you want to hear Equiteam's Liz squirming in her seat, then this is the  podcast  for you! All well-being banter aside, on this week's episode Liz welcomes Financial Advisor, Craig Anderson from Strathtay Wealth Mana...

EquiTeam member Jen Craig chats to Liz Daniels about dreams coming true as she shares her amazing journey to The London International Horse Show. Having qualified for LIHS in May, with New Proposal (Shameless), owned by her sister Joanne, in the BSHA Rising Star Heavyweight Hunters, Jen recalls a year of challenges and budgeting whilst managing a horse who likes to find himself in harmful situatio...

After countless rave reviews in the EquiTeam Connected group about the Cuddlr Fleece Lines Weatherproof Trousers being the best on the market, we wanted to go straight to the horse's mouth and chat to the man behind the brand. On this episode, EquiTeam's Liz Daniels welcomes Mike Westwood, founder of clothing company, Cuddlr to dig beneath the cosy clothing and find out more about the story behind...

Equiteam's Liz Daniels and Lou Gillings reflect on a year of amazing achievements, acknowledge some of the challenges in the Year of the Snake, and share some of the things they are looking forward to in 2026. From competing at National Championships, gaining a new ride and discovering new hobbies, to looming hip surgery and a poorly parent – the duo share an overview of the highs and lows that ha...