Uncinched: The Unfiltered Horse Podcast

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... The horse industry is facing challenges from every direction—rising costs, shrinking participation, lack of accessibility, burnout, and an increasingly divided community. In this episode of Uncinched , we're having an honest conversation about the realities contributing to the industry's decline and asking the difficult question: Are we acciden...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... What exactly is a horse’s topline , and why does everyone seem to be talking about it? In this episode of The Barn Talk Series, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about topline in horses—what it is, why it matters, and how it impacts your horse’s movement, strength, posture, and overall performance. We dive into the muscles that make up the...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... What exactly is Extreme Cowboy Challenges , and why are more horse people getting hooked on it? In this episode of Guest in the Saddle , we sit down with horse trainer and Extreme Cowboy competitor Trevor Mertes to dive into the fast-growing world of Extreme Cowboy Challenges . From obstacles and horsemanship to strategy, confidence, and partnership, Tre...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... Welcome back to our audience driven segment Uncinched Confessions. In this episode, we get into Pat 2 of what’s an unpopular opinion in the horse world you’ll defend with your whole chest? And definitely bringing the heat! We’re diving back into the confessions you anonymously sent in. Some we agree with, some we don’t… but all of them are worth talking...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... There’s nothing quite like the opinions people usually keep to themselves… until now. Welcome to our audience driven segment Uncinched Confessions. In this episode, we asked our audience one simple question: what’s an unpopular opinion in the horse world you’ll defend with your whole chest? And let’s just say… you delivered. We’re diving headfirst into t...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In this Guest in the Saddle episode of Uncinched , we sit down with Melody Garner-Skiba of Rocking Heart Ranch and go down the rabbit hole (our favourite thing to do)!! From the romanticization of horse life to tsocial media changing the horse landscape, we have an honest conversation about why transparency matters now more than ever. Melody shares her p...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In this Guest in the Saddle episode of Uncinched , we sit down with Melody Garner-Skiba of Rocking Heart Ranch to dive into the heart of her breeding program, the philosophy behind the horses she produces, and what truly sets Rocking Heart horses apart. We talk about what it takes to breed quality horses with intention — from foundation and mindset to lo...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... Buying a horse in 2026 isn’t what it used to be and if you’re not prepared, it’s easy to accidentally overlook red flags. In this episode of Uncinched , we’re breaking down the current state of the horse market and what buyers need to know before stepping into it. From misleading ads and AI videos to rushed sales tactics and soaring prices, we’re talking...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In this glory episode of Uncinched , we’re sharing the stories of the horses that shaped us. The ones that influenced our journeys, challenged us, and helped define the paths we ultimately chose within the horse world. From the horses that taught us how to ride, to the ones that pushed us to grow and rethink everything we thought we knew, these partnersh...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... Your horse’s gut does more than digest feed... In this episode of Uncinched , we break down the intricacies of the equine digestive tract and dive into the two most common digestive issues horses face. With that we talk about the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs you shouldn’t ignore, and how management, feeding choices, and daily routines can either supp...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In this seasons opening Guest in the Saddle episode, we sit down with Mesa Pate from Art of the Cowgirl . Born and raised in Montana’s ranching community, Mesa’s life has always revolved around horses, hard work, and heritage. From hauling bucking bulls on the PBR circuit to helping build Art of the Cowgirl alongside her late mother, Tammy Pate , Mesa sh...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... This episode sits in the tender, quieter corners of horse ownership, the ones we don’t want to talk about because it's hard and vulnerable. We’re unpacking what it feels like to love horses while living with illness and invisible battles. Through Britain's personal lens we are chatting about navigating health setbacks and redefining what “showi...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... A continuation of our conversation with Canadian show jumper and FEI rider Alex Grayton where he uncinches a life in the international show-jumping world. Alex continues to share about the horses who have shaped his journey, some of his pet peeves about the industry and his general love for the horse.  This is quirky yet thought provoking chat about the...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... Canadian showjumper and FEI rider Alex Grayton joins Uncinched to unpack a life in the international show-jumping world. Alex shares the people and moments that shaped his career, stories from working with legendary names in the sport, and the twists that led him to where he is now. This is an insightful and thought provoking chat about the industry and...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... We asked… and wow, did you deliver. In this second round of Uncinched Confessions, we dive into even more raw, eye-opening experiences that shifted the way riders think about horses, horsemanship, and the culture surrounding it all. From industry blind spots to personal wake-up calls, we unpack the stories that changed people’s perspectives and maybe wil...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In this episode, we dive into part 1 of the raw and unfiltered stories our listeners shared about the moments that completely shifted the way they see the horse world. From hard lessons to eye-opening experiences, we unpack the confessions that challenged beliefs, changed perspectives, and reshaped horsemanship for so many riders. With honesty, humour, a...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In this episode, we dive into the routines, habits, and mindsets that keep both horses and riders fit, happy, and ready for the work ahead. From building simple, effective fitness plans to the importance of warm-ups and cool-downs—especially in Western Canada’s unpredictable weather—we’re breaking down what it takes to support your horse’s body and your...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... When your ego’s in the saddle, nobody wins. In this episode, Britain and Tea get real about how ego influences the way we train, compete, and celebrate wins with our horses. From Rumour’s role in building a business to Pete’s reserve champion title in working equitation, they share personal stories that highlight the truth: every win, milestone, and achi...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... You sent them in, and we definitely couldn’t fit them all in one episode… so here we are with round two! This episode continues the wild ride of unfiltered, brutally honest, and downright hilarious confessions and pet peeves from our listeners in the horse world. We’re reading and reacting to everything you had to get off your chest. No name-dropping, no...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In this episode of Uncinched , we're taking a step back from the glitz and filters of the horse world to talk about what’s really going on behind the scenes. From the pressure to own brand-new, high-end gear to the unrealistic standards set by social media, we're calling it like it is. Tea and Britain dive into the financial and emotional strai...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In this special episode, we hand the mic over to you . We dive into the raw, hilarious, and oh-so-relatable confessions sent in by our listeners about the horse world — from weird trainer cults to the pressure of perfection. We unpack the biggest pet peeves, share our thoughts, and offer unfiltered advice (with a few laughs along the way). It’s time to s...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... In our very first Guest in the Saddle episode, we sit down with Jamee Dewit—head coach and director of the Calgary Stampede Showriders. We chat about her journey into the horse world, how motherhood has shaped her horsemanship and leadership style, and the mentorship that fuels her work. Plus, she gives us a sneak peek at what’s in store for the Showride...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... Not every champion starts out looking like one. In this uplifting episode, we dive into the stories of some legendary horses in different disciplines who defied odds stacked against them—think small size, no pedigree, financial barriers, injuries and medical challenges.  These equine underdogs remind us that success isn’t about perfection—it’s about hear...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... Horse ownership is filled with love and joy—but it can also come with heartbreak. In this vulnerable and powerful episode, we dive into the raw reality of horse loss and how trauma can shape us as owners and professionals. Tea opens up about the tragic loss of her horse, Sir Galahad, and the impossible decisions that come with unexpected emergencies. We...

Let's Chat! You know we love to talk... Whether horses are your career, your escape, or somewhere in between—finding balance isn’t easy. In this episode, we talk about the reality of burnout, what it looks like when your passion starts to feel like pressure, and how to rekindle the spark when you’re running on empty. We also dive into 3 main areas of strain that can affect your horses and shar...