Are you preparing for any long trailer rides to shows, trail rides, or maybe just spending these longer days at the barn? In the digital age, podcasts have become a popular way to stay informed, entertained, and connected to the equestrian community. The team at Equine Register Canada love tuning in to an episode or two on a long journey. Whether you’re looking for training tips, industry insights, or simply a dose of horsey inspiration, there’s a podcast out there for you. In this blog post, we’ll explore five of our favorite equine podcasts from Canada and the US that are sure to prick your ears!
Hitting Your Stride by Equine Elements Life Coaching
www.instagram.com/equestrianelementslc
https://www.equestrianelementslc.com/podcast
First up, one of our favorites is life coaching podcast ‘Hitting Your Stride,’ hosted by Tracey Mitchell from Equine Elements. With 42 years of equestrian experience under her belt she has followed her passion in all areas of the horse world. Drawing on her experience as a competitive rider, life coach, barn manager, registered equine massage therapist, speaker (and more!), she shares her wisdom as well as chatting and sharing insights with various guests. With over 75 episodes on horse life in and out of the show ring, there’s something for everyone to help you hit your stride.
Horses in The Morning
https://horsesinthemorning.com
https://www.facebook.com/horsesinthemorning/
With a global audience spanning over 90 countries, Horses in the Morning claims to be the world's top daily morning podcast for the equestrian community with new episodes daily Monday to Friday. Offering a refreshing, engaging perspective on the horse world and its enthusiasts, the show features lively discussions, unique guests, various regular horse-related segments, training advice, health tips, listener participation, exciting contests, giveaways, and much more. We’ve enjoyed recent episodes including tips for new riders, equine assisted learning and endurance riding. Hosted by ‘Glenn the Geek’ known as ‘America’s Horse Husband’ and his wife Jenn and Jamie Jennings.
The Official United States Eventing Association Podcast
https://useventing.com/news-media/podcasts
https://www.instagram.com/useventing/
From the national organization for the equestrian sport of three-day eventing, host Nicole Brown shares episodes covering a range of topics. From saddle shopping and brushing up on your skills for a proper saddle fit, to horse's heart health chatting to board certified equine internal medicine specialists, and feature interviews with top riders and competitors, there’s something to suit everyone.
Daily Strides
https://www.instagram.com/stridesforsuccess/
https://stridesforsuccess.com/daily-strides-horse-podcast/
Host Lorna Leeson wants to get you thinking a little differently about your riding. With short 12-minute podcast episodes released every Monday, jam packed with step-by-step guidance, it’s like an audio horse riding lesson in your pocket! Lorna helps keep riders inspired and continue to develop their skills in the saddle, by breaking down the big topics into bite sized chunks with easy to implement actions. With experience working with hundreds of riders, Lorna helps you to continue to move forward with your ever-evolving conversation with your horse and understands what holds riders back from making progress – both physically and mindset. The Daily Stride is a great informative listen with a healthy emphasis on horse riding being fun - for both you and your horse.
Ask the Horse Live
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/shows/ask-the-thehorse/
https://www.instagram.com/horseradio/
Connecting leading veterinarians and industry experts with horse owners ‘Ask the Horse Live’, hosted by The Horse Radio Network, answers your equine health questions. With a range of super interesting topics covered, you can discover the latest cutting-edge research as well as helpful tips for caring for your horse. Episodes we’ve enjoyed listening to recently include ‘Creating a nutrition plan for the competition horse’ and ‘Maintaining senior horse joints’.
There you have it, our top 5 podcasts. Whether you’re interested in training techniques, horse health, equine history, competitive riding, or trail riding, there’s a podcast out there that’s perfect for you. So, grab your earbuds, saddle up, and tune in to discover the wonderful world of equine podcasts. Let us know your favorite podcasts - are there any others you would add? We’d love to hear!
