The Dressage Radio Show

We are talking to US Equestrian Managing Director, Laura Roberts, for updates on North American Youth Championships happening next week in Michigan. Then, Karen Isberg tells us about the importance of supplementing electrolights during the hot summer months. And, we are also talking history of the NAYCH with George and Roberta Williams. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 723: Co-Hosts:...

We are talking to Ohio dressage trainer, Karri McFadden, who has made a successful business of finding and training horses for amateur riders. After that, Wendy Murdoch talks about hay soaking. Plus, Maya Markowski is back with a Trainer Tip. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 722: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest: Karri McFadden Guest: Wendy Murdoc...

We've got a special show this week, highlighting international competitors declared for the chance to compete at the Pan-Am games. First, we are speaking with Lori Bell from Canada. And, then, Luis Denizard hoping to represent Puerto Rico joins us for a chat. Plus, Luis will stick around for a Trainer Tip about halts. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 721: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffle...

We're chatting with Holly Hilliard, Chair of the Adult Programs Committee at Your Dressage. Then, our chosen book club auditor will review Eric Smiley's book. Today's trainer tip is provided by Coach Tony Sandoval, and he's talking all things nutrition. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 720: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest...

Trainer Jessica Gaston tells us how to start training your young horses. Then, we're thrilled to speak to Dressage Rider Katherine Bateson about the secret to riding her Grand Prix horse. For this week's trainer tip, we're answering questions about lunging! Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 719: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest: Jessica Gaston...

Dressage Judge   Fie Anderson joins the show to share some tips and insights. Then, Wendy discusses her online program. And for this week's trainer tip, we're diving deeper into lunging. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 718: Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes Guest:  Fie Andersen Guest:  Wendy Murdoch | Sure Foot Equine | Murdoch Method Facebook | The...

Today on the show we have some thoughts and discussion on teaching people post pandemic with Angela Ariatti, after that we are pleased to be joined by Canadian competitor Maya Markowski, and then Reese and I have a trainer tip about lunging. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 717: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest:  Angela Ariatti | Facebook Gue...

On this week's USDF episode, bridle fitting expert Kelly Jones shares some great information. Then, Jodi Kelly is back to give advice on planning your first international competition ride. Finally, Reese and Phil end with a wonderful Trainer Tip. Listen in...  GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 716: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest:  Kelly Jo...

We're diving into biosecurity with Veterinarian Dr. Camilla Jamieson. Then, Wendy Murdoch shares an update. Plus, this week's tip about impulsion and collection is provided by FEI rider and trainer Fie Anderson. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 715: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest:  Dr. Camilla Jamieson | Cajamies@purdue.edu | AAEP Guest: We...

On today's show we are going to get advice on marketing and selling your horse with experts on the subject Lindsey O'Keefe and Julie Channell, we've got a wonderful amateur for our spotlight today and a fantastic trainer tip with Patty Mayer. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 714: Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes Guest: Lindsey O'Keefe | Instagram Guest: Julie Chann...

We chat with USDF Certified Instructor Kate Fleming-Kuhn about the reworked instructor certification program. Then, we speak with FEI Steward Cassandra Hummert-Johnson about the discussions held at this year's FEI Sports Forum in Switzerland.  Afterward, we tell you how we first became instructors. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 713: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield &nb...

On this week's episode we're talking to Jessica Kaczmarek who's got some great tips about care for your boots, and then Jodie Kelly joins us for a chat about things to think about when shopping for your next horse, after that Wendy from the the Murdoch Method is on and then for the trainer tip Reese and I talk about finding a good dressage trainer. Listen In... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE...

Our friend, Patty Mayer, returns with another World Cup review. Then, we have a new book for review, "Sport Horse Problem Solver" by Eric Smiley. Then, Reese and Phil will share a Trainer Tip about using the full scale of intensity when working with your aids. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 711: Co-Hosts: Reese K...

We're chatting with "on-site reporter" Patty Mayer about this year's World Cup Finals in Omaha, Nebraska. Then, we'll hear a trainer tip from one of the competitors, U.S. Dressage Rider Anna Buffini. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 710: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest:  Patty Mayer Guest:  Anna Buffini  |  Anna on Facebook Bo...

We talk about getting ready for the upcoming show season with Tony Sandoval. Wendy from the Murdoch Method will introduce us to her new project, the Whole rider.com. Then, Anna Buffini will recap her season qualifying for the World Cup Final. And, after that returning with a Trainer Tip is Codi Harrison. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 709: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield &n...

We start off with a book review of Christian Baier's Arena Tracks with listener, Isabeau. Following her review, we are then joined by Codi Harrison fresh off her start in the CDI 5 Star. And, then, we bring you a lovely Trainer Tip with our friend, Katie Poag. Listen In... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 708: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-St...

For this USDF episode, we will hear all about competition management from Heather Peterson. And, then, Natalie DiBerardinis--the breeding director from Hilltop Farm--will tell us all about the Hanoverian horse and the North American stallion testing. Finally, we have a great Trainer Tip from Megan McIsaac. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 707: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield...

This week, the head of Kentucky Performance Products, Karen, starts us off by discussing exercise for the insulin-resistant horse. Then, we are joined by Megan McIsaac will share the challenges of prioritising her own health and training. And, then, Katie Poag will talk with us about retiring her 19-year-old competition partner. Finally, today's wonderful Trainer Tip is brought to us from Kristin...

We will be joined by FEI Steward, Heather Peterson, with an inspiration to be supportive. Following that, we have Canadian rider, Liz Steacie, sharing an amazing opportunity to compete in the Top Team Challenge. And, before we get to the Trainer Tip from Reese and I, Wendy from Sure Foot Equine Stability Program joins us. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 705: Co-Hosts:  Reese Ko...

We are joined by Ruth Hogan Poulsen, who will tell us what is new for The Dressage Rider's Journal in 2023. After that, we have the author of our Book Club Book-of-the-Month, Christian Baier. And then, we've got a great Trainer Tip from Anna Merritt. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 704: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest: Ruth Hogan-Poulsen Guest:...

USDF episode, we will talk about the USDF handler's clinic held at Hilltop Farm. Following that, we are hoping to inspire some listeners with an amateur spotlight. We have a wonderful interview with Trafalger Square author, Andrea Kutsch. And, then, the Trainer Tip tonight will be with Ruth Hogan Poulsen. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 703: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield &...

We are excited to talk to riders from the Adequan USDF trainers conference--Kristen Stein and Anna Merritt--about their experience. After that, Dr. Carol Holland shares a very interesting Trainer Tip. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 702: Co-Hosts:  Reese Koffler-Stanfield  and Philip Parkes Guest: Kristin Stein | Facebook Guest: Anna Merritt | Facebook | Instagram Guest: C...

We are talking with one of the original contributors to our show, Hilary Moore-Hebert, about industry trends. After that, veterinarian Carole Holland chats with us about treating horses with acupuncture during competition. Then, Wendy Murdoch joins us for a New Year's update. And, the Ride I.Q. Tip of the Week is with Lauren Sprieser. Listen in... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 701: Co-Hos...

On tonight's show we start with the auditor book review of Horse Brain, Human Brain. After that we are going to have great discussion about new rules concerning bits with Beth Haist. Tony Sandoval starts the New Year off right for our trainer tip. Listen In... GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 700: Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes Guest: Auditor Gwynn Roberts Guest: Beth Ha...

Stephanie and Aviva reflect on the year, and Aviva answers a tough question about keeping older horses supple. Then together they interview Stephany Fish Crossman, an accredited biomechanics trainer based in Brooksville, Florida who also has a popular series of videos that covers a wide range of riders and breeders our subscription video site, Dressage Today OnDemand.  Listen in... GUESTS AND LINK...