The Dressage Radio Show

We are talking all things education, development, and the future of our sport! We chat with Sarah Delahanty from USDF about youth programs and the incredible opportunities available to young riders as they grow in dressage. Next, we are joined by Fie Andersen of Equito to discuss training young stallions! Fie shares her experience, insights, and what goes into developing young horses with the goal...

In this month’s episode, Aviva and Stephany interview Jennifer Mutchler, owner and operator of Half Pass Farm in Catlett, Virginia. Jennifer is our second Unsung Hero (formerly Hometown Hero, we like “unsung” better!) and was nominated by Sandy Mueller. She has earned her USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medal, taking several different horses (and breeds) to the Grand Prix level. She trains, teaches a...

In this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast , sponsored by Tribute , we talk to Grand Prix dressage rider Lauren Chumley about her superstar partner Leeloo Dallas and the Dressage Foundation Anne Barlow-Ramsay grant she and the mare received in 2024, her experience training a variety of breeds for dressage and her passion for teaching up-and-coming dressage professionals to prioritize developing...

On today’s show, Reese & Megan are talking all about the 2026 USEF Grand Prix Championships held at the World Equestrian Center in Ocala, Florida, from May 13–17. First, we welcome Jodie Kelly-Bexley to the show to chat about her impressive 6th place finish aboard her very own Grayton Beach. Jodie shares her experience at the championships, her partnership with Grayton Beach, and what it means...

First, we chat with Kendall Cox, assistant to Olympian Robert Dover, and learn all about the American Dressage Mentoring Program! This incredible program supports youth dressage development and focuses on nurturing young riders as they work toward achieving their goals in the sport. Next, we sit down with Laura St. Clair to talk about how her ICONEQ website is helping support the American Dressage...

In this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast, Stephany and Aviva interview dressage rider, upper-level eventer, mom and life-long learner Chelsea Canedy. The avid Mustang and meditation advocate talks about her debut memoir Finding Purpose: A Life Managing the Passion, Compulsion, and Borderline Addiction Called “Horses.” The book documents Chelsea’s time with horses and how they’ve shaped the tr...

This week on the Dressage Radio Show, we’ve got a fantastic lineup that takes you from the energy of a major international event to a once-in-a-lifetime riding experience, and finally into the judge’s booth at the highest levels of the sport. We start things off at the FEI Dressage World Cup, where we’re joined by Emma Claire Stephens. Emma gives us a behind-the-scenes look at her marketing busine...

In this special episode of the Dressage Today Podcast , we talk to rising dressage superstar and Team Prac memeber Christian Simonson fresh off his double silver podium placing with Indian Rock at the 2026 Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final in Fort Worth, Texas. Christian tells us about his experience at his first-ever World Cup™ Final, his close partnership with "Rocky," what he loves so muc...

It’s another World Cup episode with Reese and Megan reporting live on site, bringing you all the action, insights, and behind-the-scenes moments from the biggest stage in dressage! They kick things off with U.S. team rider Ben Ebeling, sharing his experience competing among the world’s best and what it takes to perform at this elite level. Next, they catch up with Lithuanian Olympian Justina Vanag...

In this episode of the Dressage Today Podcast , we have a twist on our usual format with two interviews! Instead of doing our normal catch-up and “Ask the L” segment, we welcome back our friend and former Dressage Today editor Stephanie Ruff. She tells us what she’s been doing at The Horse and offers insights on her new podcast, “ Feeding Horses .” Our other interview in this episode arose from a...

As part of our 2026 Zen Elite FEI Dressage World Cup™ Final post-coverage, this episode, sponsored by Tribute, features a press conference with the top three riders following the freestyle competition—Becky Moody, Christian Simonson and Sandra Sysojeva. British dressage powerhouse Becky Moody and her homebred 11-year-old gelding Jagerbomb delivered a dynamite and near flawless freestyle 2026 Zen E...

It’s all about the FEI Dressage World Cup Finals in this episode! Reese and Megan were on site bringing you behind-the-scenes coverage, exclusive interviews, and all the excitement from the biggest stage in dressage. They caught up with newly crowned World Cup Champion Becky Moody to talk about her incredible win and what it means to reach the top of the sport. The conversation continues with Aust...

This month, Aviva and Stephany interview Noel Williams of Noel Williams Dressage, based in Maryland. They catch up with what has been going on with each other – Mary Wanless, Maui and an exciting trip coming up (or going down centerline!) for Stephany, and a bittersweet sharing for Aviva. In the Ask the L, they discuss what is needed to have a successful move from Training to First Levels – thanks...

Reese and Megan sit down with newly minted FEI 3★ judge Susanne Hamilton to talk about her journey through the Fédération Équestre Internationale system and what it truly takes to reach this prestigious level. Next, Reese and Megan chat with Aoife Leggett about her work in high performance coaching and breathwork. Aoife breaks down how riders can better manage pressure, regulate their nervous syst...

Amy Ekelman, Senior Education Administrative & Programs Coordinator at the USDF, shares the latest news from USDF and highlights educational opportunities. USDF Gold Medal trainer Shannon Warner to talks about heading west for a winter season of training and competition in California. The Dressage Foundation's Judith Noone Volunteer Award recipient Anne Sushko, shares her experiences in the dr...

This episode dives into the California dressage scene! We chat with Ashlyn De Groot Dodge about being selected for the Dr. Ulf & Eva Möller Young Horse Symposium and riding her amazing horse Odessa, sharing her experience and key takeaways. Next, McKenzie Milburn talks about her experiences at the symposium and the 2026 USEF Dressage Training Series – West Coast in Del Mar, CA, giving insight...

In this month’s episode, Stephany and Aviva interview their first Hometown Hero, Anne Mouen Stahl. With more than forty years of experience teaching both amateur and professional riders, Anne has come to appreciate the profound importance of establishing a strong, reliable foundation in every rider’s training. She has been fortunate to train horses and riders through every level of dressage, from...

Reese & Megan bring you three thoughtful and inspiring conversations from across the dressage community — from goal-setting and mindset, to perseverance, to top-level competition success. Reese and Megan kick things off with Ruth Hogan Poulsen, creator of The Dressage Rider’s Journal 2026. Ruth shares the inspiration behind the journal, how riders can use reflection and intention to support th...

Reese and Megan kick off the show with a Florida season update and a conversation with Genay Vaughn to talk about her and Gino’s personal-best performances in the CDI 5*. Genay shares insight into their preparation, mindset, and what it means to achieve top results at the highest level of the sport. Reese and Megan chat with Hannah Irons about her experience riding in the FEI Trainers Conference a...

This month, we are bringing back an older interview from Stephanie Ruff and Aviva, where they interviewed Chelsey Canedy. The reason we are revisiting this interview is that Chelsey has a new book out, and we are looking forward to getting her BACK on the podcast to talk to us about her latest book. We thought it would be great for people to hear her original story so they could be up to date when...

We chat with FEI trainer Jordan LaPlaca about the importance of mental health, balance, and physical strength for riders, and how prioritizing the human side of the partnership can improve performance, confidence, and longevity in the sport. The conversation highlights how rider wellness directly affects the horse and why caring for the rider should be viewed as essential, not optional. GUESTS AND...

The episode begins with highlights from the USDF Book Club panel, where Reese and Megan sat with author, Beth Baumert of When Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage. Together, they explore the powerful role of mindset, communication, and partnership in dressage — and what it truly means when horse and rider come together as one. Megan and Reese catch up with USDF President Kevin Reinig, w...

This month is a little different for a couple of reasons – first, we do not have Ask the L question for the first time in a long time! Please, loyal listeners, send us your burning questions about showing, your tests, a specific movement or anything else that Aviva can answer in that segment! We introduce our new segment, Hometown Heroes – we are interested in hearing form our listeners about peop...

Reese and Megan dive into two inspiring conversations you won’t want to miss!   First, they sit down with author and dressage expert Beth Baumert to explore her book How Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage. Beth shares powerful insights on the rider–horse connection, mental clarity in the saddle, and how thoughtful communication creates harmony in training. Her perspective br...

We kick things off with Marie Medosi, who shares her incredible experience riding with Carl Hester at the Harvest Dressage Masterclass held recently at Galway Downs. Next, we dive into a roundtable discussion with Lauren Chumley and Michael Bragdell, exploring insights on young horse development and training the next generation of trainers! GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 782: Co-Hosts:  Re...