Shut Up and Ride

What makes Eventing such a special sport? In this episode of Shut Up and Ride , we’re celebrating everything we love about Eventing — the horses, the riders, the challenges, the community, and the incredible journey from grassroots to the highest levels of competition. We’re joined by Rosie Williams, CEO of British Dressage , and grassroots rider and influencer Tina Wallace for a brilliant convers...

What happens when you completely rethink what a competition can look like? This week on Shut Up and Ride, we’re diving into history as we chat with Mia Rodley, the founder of the UK's first ever bridleless competition at Merrist Wood in the UK. Simon is missing this one (he’s off on a hen do!), but stepping into the co-host seat is the wonderful, brilliant, and ever-handsome Ben Atkinson — and tog...

This week it’s just Jenny and Simon behind the mic — and Jenny is in FULL rant mode. From horsey frustrations to the things currently driving her up the wall, absolutely nobody is safe from the fire Meanwhile, Simon reflects on his recent stage success and what it’s been like stepping into the spotlight, before the pair dive into all the drama, excitement, and controversy surrounding the latest br...

Australian trainer and legend Caleb Degen joins the Podcast crew for what might be our most high-octane episode yet. We dive deep into liberty horsemanship, training philosophy, and the often misunderstood conversation around negative reinforcement vs positive reinforcement. Caleb shares stories from his life, his training journey, and what it takes to build real connection and trust with horses....

This week on the Shut Up & Ride podcast, Simon, Ben, and Jenny unpack all the drama, chaos, and unforgettable moments from this year’s Badminton Horse Trials. From Simon questioning whether the grassroots course was secretly a five-star track, to Ben surviving his very first Badminton experience (while accidentally causing absolute mayhem on the cross-country course), there’s plenty of laughte...

Live from the lake at the legendary Badminton Horse Trials, the Shut Up and Ride Podcast team are back together for one of the funniest episodes yet — and this time, they’ve brought Olympic gold medallist Laura Collett along for the ride. With a HUGE crowd gathered lakeside, the gang dive into the madness, magic, and mayhem of one of the biggest weeks in eventing. Simon is in full competition mode...

This week on Shut Up and Ride , the gang is one man down as Ben swans off to rub shoulders (and apparently more) with Hollywood’s finest—but fear not, because Jenny and Simon more than pick up the slack. Jenny is in full storytelling mode, diving into the electric atmosphere of the World Cup and the emotional high of watching Becky Moody deliver a truly unforgettable performance. It’s goosebumps,...

The crew is back—and this time, they’re not holding anything back. In the latest episode of Shut Up and Ride , the full team reunites in the studio, joined by special guest Charles Owen, to dig into one of the biggest talking points in the industry right now: the recent factory closure that’s been surrounded by speculation, half-truths, and plenty of rumors. Together, they cut through the noise an...

This week on Shut Up and Ride , Ben, Simon, and Jenny are all back in the saddle for an episode that goes everywhere … We dive headfirst into the latest chaos in the horse world —the good, the bad, and the downright baffling. Jenny brings her weekly rant (and no, it’s NOT about corgis this time…). Beagles have entered the chat, and honestly, they’re not safe. Meanwhile, we somehow end up discussin...

️Simon and Jenny sit down with brilliant course designer Helen West for a fascinating chat about life behind the scenes of cross-country course design. From working in a traditionally male-dominated world to the reality that designing a course is a bit more complicated than just sticking a few logs in a field, Helen shares what really goes into building tracks that challenge riders while keeping h...

Yes. That’s the episode title. No, we won’t explain it here. In the latest episode of Shut Up and Ride , Simon and I answer your questions — from who we actually follow on Instagram, to how Simon somehow ended up being compared to… well… an Australian fireman holding a kitten. We also revisit Jenny's ski “career.” And by career, we mean a series of unfortunate sliding incidents that absolutely nob...

This week on Shut Up and Ride , we’re joined by the incredible Dr Louise Newson , one of the UK’s leading voices on women’s hormone health. From PMDD to perimenopause, menopause and everything in between, Dr Newson breaks down what’s really happening in our bodies — and why so many women are still being dismissed, misdiagnosed, or left to struggle in silence. At one point, we discuss the kind of a...

We’re fresh off a hugely successful podcast tour and unpacking everything — the wins, the chaos, and the moments we’re still recovering from. Silly Prune (Hannah) joins the tour in truly iconic fashion, rolling up in a hilarious Liberty unicycle with full horse energy , while Becky Moody sends us all into a collective WTF moment (yes… we nearly killed her ). Somehow, through all of this, Simon bec...

The latest episode of Shut Up and Ride kicks off the year exactly how we like it — with the usual chaos, laughs, and very little actual equestrian chat to begin with. Once the giggles settle (kind of), it’s training time with Simon , as he dives into how he produces his horses from the ground up. From mindset to method, Simon breaks down his approach in a way that’s honest, practical, and refreshi...

It’s our Christmas special , and things get merry, messy, and very opinionated. We kick off with a deep dive into Becky Moody’s incredible test – why it hit so hard, what made it special, and why everyone’s still talking about it. Then it’s time for Charlotte Dujardin’s comeback , and yes… we’ve got thoughts Jenny is finally back after working in Thailand , bringing sunshine stories and questionab...

LIVE on Stage at Your Horse Live — Chaos & Pet Peeves! Things got spicy in this live episode recorded at Your Horse Live as influencer Silly Prune hit the stage — and immediately found herself in a full-blown debate with Ben over the real cost of horse shoes (spoiler: no one was backing down). From there, it only got better (and weirder). Silly Prune opened up about her famously strange ways,...

LIVE from the Stage at Your Horse Live In this unforgettable live podcast recording, we were joined by true dressage legend Lewis Carrier , right in the heart of the action at Your Horse Live. From the moment Lewis stepped onto the stage, the atmosphere shifted. In front of a packed audience of riders, fans, and industry professionals, he shared the real story behind the spotlight — the pressure,...

Lucy Robinson joins us this week, and there is a lot to talk about — in the best way. First up: pregnancy . Lucy shares how it feels to step into a totally new chapter while still holding onto her horsey identity. We talk energy levels (or lack thereof), shifting priorities, and the surprisingly emotional task of figuring out who you are when life changes shape. It’s honest, warm, and very, very r...

Hold onto your helmets — this episode goes everywhere ! We kick things off with a little too much personal info (sorry, Jenny's husband), dive into all the madness of planning our upcoming tour , and then get serious as we unpack another difficult cruelty video making the rounds. It’s honest, it’s unfiltered, it’s chaotic in all the right ways — just another day on Shut Up and Ride. Tune in, have...

Have you been told magnets improve blood flow? Well, listen in for some home truths. In this episode of Shut Up and Ride, Ben and Jenny dive headfirst into the world of holistic therapies for horses and animals. From crystals to magnetic bands, essential oils to energy work — are these treatments genuinely helpful, or just well-marketed nonsense? Joining the chaos is the brilliant Matt Campbell, f...

The gang is back together! Ben, Jenny, and Simon reunite for an epic episode full of laughs, rants, and revelations. Ben’s fresh off ACL surgery and takes us through the gritty highs and lows of recovery — from pain meds and physio to the weird stuff you don’t hear about. Let’s just say it’s not all ice packs and Netflix. We also dive into the excitement of the Shut Up and Ride Tour 2026 , happeni...

Fresh from an unforgettable double clear at Burghley , Simon Grieve joins Jenny on Shut Up and Ride to relive the magic — from the focus in the saddle to the pure joy at the finish line. In Simon’s own words: “I hugged everyone, even if I didn’t know them!” This episode captures that exact energy — the hard work behind the scenes, the emotional release, and the celebration that followed. We had so...

Riding Through Perimenopause and Beyond In this powerful and eye-opening episode, Jenny and Simon are joined by dressage rider and coach Steph Bradley , whose groundbreaking research into perimenopause and menopause has revealed astonishing results. Steph shares the heart-breaking stories of women whose riding and lives have been affected by this transition—stories that deserve to be heard. But th...

In this raw and powerful episode, we sit down with international dressage rider Abi Lyle , who opens up about her incredible journey to the Olympics —from childhood dreams to riding under the global spotlight. Abi shares the highs and lows of life in the dressage world, her deep LOVE (like Jenny-level love!) for Carl Hester , and how social media plays a role in her equestrian career—from motivati...

This week on Shut Up and Ride , it’s just Simon and Jenny—no guests, just pure, unfiltered horse chat . We’re diving into your listener questions, covering everything from tricky training scenarios to stableyard scandals. And yes… we’re playing Shag, Marry, Avoid —horse-world edition. Think famous riders, disciplines, and maybe even a few controversial equines (you’ve been warned). It’s chaotic, i...