The Equestrian Podcast

Lauren Mahr is a young self-starter in the equestrian world. With her business The Fit Equestrian, Lauren believes in the importance of a healthy lifestyle through nutrition, fitness, and cross-training. With  guides for all these areas Lauren can bring organization to any gym to barn schedule. Listen in to hear how Lauren got her business started and how she promotes her brand for healthy living....

Katie Hawkins is the president of her company Unbridled Equine LLC and specializes in personalized  equine massage therapy. In this episode Katie shares the many benefits and areas of equine massage as well as how to read the horse through touch in order to improve their overall performance. Listen in to hear how this hard working girl made a career for herself in the middle of going to school, ra...

Kelli Cruciotti is an amazing rider with sights set for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. Kelli is one of the youngest competitors to win some of the most prestigious awards within the world of showjumping and is quickly moving up in the rankings. In this episode Kelli shares what its like growing up in the Hunter/Jumper world, being a trainer's kid, and how she turned professional at such a young...

Jesse Westfall is a renowned trainer and excellent horseman. Both a coach and judge for the NRHA, Jesse specializes in reining, but works with many horses and riders from a variety of disciplines. Whether he's training his own bloodline of horses or teaching lessons to other students, Jesse always keeps the horse's well being in mind. Listen in to hear more about why rider education is crucial to...

John Haime is the president of New Edge Performance, a former professional golfer, author, and a top human performance coach.  In this episode John shares the importance of mental health not just for equestrians but all athletes across the board. Listen in as we discuss how to cope with different levels of stress, confidence issues, and other things we as equestrians handle in and out of the barn...

Nicole Schlutz of Nicole Schlutz Photography is a fantastic photographer with a true understanding of equine photography as an equestrian herself. Get to know how she worked with The Book and then transitioned into a commissioned equestrian photographer specializing in horse/rider portraits, equine portraiture, and horse show photography.

Geoffrey Hesslink is a well-known hunter/jumper rider as well as the owner of Geoffrey Hesslink LLC. His story of how he found his success is so inspiring and will encourage any horse lover with big aspirations to keep working diligently toward their goals.

Host Bethany Lee shares all of her top tips of strategic packing for horse shows (or even just a simple weekend getaway), especially on a suitcase budget. Be sure to check out  myequestrianstyle.com/packing-podcast  for the free packing guide and itinerary template for all of your packing needs!    

Founder of Dapplebay, Leah Kaufmann is a multi-passionate and big-picture visionary. In this episode we discuss her real and raw thoughts on combining passions with business and the difference between the two. Leah tells it like it is. Listen in!

Interested in cross training? Learn how boxing can help you reach your goals in the saddle with Fight:Fit Wellington! Patrick Parsons shares his tips on how to get in top shape for riding and living a healthy lifestyle. 

The IG account "Milton Menasco" has been buzzing in everyone's ears and newsfeeds in the equestrian instagram space this year! I had to get a closer look of how Milton Menasco began and the lovely lady (yes, LADY) behind MM. Alli Addison is a force to be reckoned with and in this episode we talk about the need for unapologetic positivity and inclusivity in the industry. Listen in! 

Top vaulting athletes Mari Inouye and Ali Divita share their expertise on Vaulting 101 as well as their transition to riding at WEG to starting their own equestrian-specific fitness program, "Mind Body Vault."

Host Bethany Lee welcomes a new season after summer vacation and talks through the steps of brainstorming, dreaming and making your dream job a reality.

Isha and Raina Swani are among the top junior riders in the nation. It takes a lot of dedication and planning to work through their schedule and in this episode they talk all about the pro's and con's of balancing life as a junior hunter rider. This is a really fun episode because I got to interview the girls in-person (at home in Jacksonville, FL) after I gave them their daily riding lessons! 

Host Bethany Lee has her first solo episode to talk about her story of how she went from young rider to professional trainer and the girl behind My Equestrian Style and the Equestrian Podcast... as well as the insecurities along the way. Stay until the end for 3 tips to overcome young professional comparison and unrealistic standards!

Mike Tomlinson, DVM, MBA is a top vet who participates in a vast variety of disciplines around the world. We wanted him on the podcast to chat about horse shows, drugs and WEG... have a listen!

Alyssa Cleland talks about how she was born with Paraxial Tibial Hemimelia which caused her right tibia not to develop. Her life and her riding career are so inspirational; you're going to love this episode! 

Alan Davies is the world's most famous Super Groom! Best known for the iconic dressage duo: Charlotte Dujardin and Valegro. Alan talks chats about his crazy life as a professional groom and what that all entails; including what products he uses and how he learned all of his best secrets!  

Britt Sabbah is a pony eventing rider, US Equestrian Ambassador and Noelle Floyd's Influencer of the Year all while being a new mom! This lady can do it all- so I wanted to find out just how. Listen in to find out! 

 Chris Sorensen is the owner and head trainer at Sorensen Stables based in The Netherlands and Wellington, Florida. In addition to an international show jumping competitor and trainer, Chris is an expert at sourcing and producing high-performance hunter, jumper and equitation horses. Listen in to gain loads of knowledge in the hunter/jumper world. Chris will be on again in a later episode to answe...

Anna Buffini is a top U25 Dressage rider who goes after her dreams hard. She has won The Young Rider National Championship and the North American National Championship Team Gold in 2014, won 1st and 2nd in the U25 Grand Prix National Championship in 2016 and won the U25 Nations Cup Team Gold and Freestyle in 2017. Listen in as we go through her journey!   

Karina Harris talks about what a "middle-sized" equestrian is, what it's like to be one, and the pressure she feels from society and loved ones to change her appearance. She also discusses how she is able to balance riding, a job, and her blog. 

Kira Plymire is a professional rider, trainer, and model who is also getting her business degree. Listen, as she describes how she was able to break into the equestrian industry as a young professional!

Nick Granat explains the specific road to success as an acclaimed Course Designer in his 30s! 

Taylor Oxley explains how she landed positions as a working student for several top riders.