Best Usef Podcasts (2025)

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2025 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals Recap with Michael Tokaruk by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 1:04:58

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Piper speaks with Michael Tokaruk who recently judged the 2025 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Michael Tokaruk is a top rider, trainer and judge who also runs a training and sales business, Tokaruk Show Stables, out of Tennessee…

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David O'Connor On the New USEF Horse Welfare Guidelines 43:36

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By Caroline Culbertson

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Margie Engle by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 25:11

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Piper speaks with legendary show jumping rider Margie Engle. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Margie Engle is one of the most accomplished riders in U.S. history. She competed in the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, won the team Silver Medal at the 2006 FEI World Equestrian Games …

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Plaidcast in Person at Wills Park Equestrian Center with Cheryl Sims & Kelly Berry 56:51

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Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live audience at Wills Park Equestrian Center in Alpharetta, GA with guests Cheryl Sims and Kelly Berry. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Cheryl Sims's involvement in the horse industry spans decades. Her love of the sport and passion for running horse shows was driven by her daugh…

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The 30% Problem: What We’re Missing About the Horse's Fitness, with Jec Ballou 41:16

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Most riders think their horses are fit enough for the job they're asked to do. But according to equine fitness expert Jec Ballou, only 30 percent of sport horses actually are. In this episode, we dig into the reasons behind that surprising number and aim to give you a more sophistocated understanding of what 'fitness' means for your horse. We discu…

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Episode 33: Left Behind—Balancing Client Expectations and Life on the Road 21:38

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Send us a text Join Karen and Jen as they dive into the complexities of balancing client needs with the demands of life on the road. In this insightful episode, they explore the challenges faced by busy trainers who are frequently away at horse shows, leaving some clients behind. What happens when a trainer can't be there for every lesson? Should t…

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The Plaidchat: 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals East winner, Eleanor Rudnicki 22:22

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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with the 2025 Platinum Performance/USEF Talent Search Finals East winner, Eleanor Rudnicki. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Eleanor Rudnicki…

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Episode 32: Bridging the Gap--Appreciation For Equestrian Professionals and Amateur Clients 32:59

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Send us a text Before they get to the episode Karen and Jen begin with a hilarious exchange about a potential guest; Xavier Legette, horse lover, wide receiver for the Carolina Panthers Football team and former South Carolina Gamecock. X, have your people call our people! Now on to the show… Building on their previous discussion about the tensions …

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Plaidcast in Person with Chelsea Coyle, Dr. Caitlin Rothacker, DVM & Christina Keim by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 1:45:05

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Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live studio audience at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, CT with Chelsea Coyle, Dr. Caitlin Rothacker, DVM, and Christina Keim. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Chelsea Coyle is a lifelong rider and consummate horsewoman. As t…

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The Plaidchat: Trust Fall & Dr. Joseph Wakshlag on CBD in horses 45:50

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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper reads her latest article, "Trust Fall." Following the reading, Dr. Joseph Wakshlag, a Professor of Clinical Nutrition at Cornell University joins to talk about CBD in hor…

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Episode 31: The Great Divide—Discontent Between Equestrian Professionals and Amateur Clients 21:03

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, hosts Jen, a seasoned horse trainer and rider, and Karen, a devoted horse show parent and former client of Jen's, delve into the complex relationship between professional horse people and their amateur clients. They tackle the often contentious divide that exists in the equestrian world, exploring t…

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Plaidcast in Person with Dr. Monica Halem & Tonya Johnston, MA by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 1:18:23

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Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live studio audience at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, CT with Dr. Monica Halem and Tonya Johnston, MA. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Dr. Monica Halem is an avid equestrian and accomplished New York City Fifth Avenue derm…

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Davis Equine Q & A 1:02:48

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Karen and Robby welcome back Dr.'s Chad and Stephanie Davis for a round of Q&A. We had received many questions for them since their last time on the podcast that we had to have them back on to answer our listeners questions. We even get to have a fun round of somewhat Quick Fire Questions with their daughter Henley! For more information: https://da…

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The Plaidchat: Dr. Stephen Rich & Eric Siegel 16:19

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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with Dr. Stephen Rich and Eric Siegel about the discovery of a natural and effective tick repellent from that may help our horses fight tick-borne diseases. Host: …

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Plaidcast in Person with Dr. Holly Helbig, DVM by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 1:09:45

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Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live studio audience at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, CT with Dr. Holly Helbig, DVM. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Based in Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Holly Helbig is a graduate of The Ohio State University College of Veterinar…

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Episode 30: Pain, Pressure & Partying—A Recipe for A Circuit Addiction 35:27

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Send us a text In this powerful episode, Jen and Karen sit down with Andrew Ellis, an equestrian known for his roles as a horse show manager, announcer, and starter. Andrew shares his gripping story of resilience and recovery following a devastating riding accident at the age of 13 that not only changed the course of his life but also set him on a …

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The Plaidchat: Hilary Yager & the September Issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine 54:31

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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with Hilary Yager who is the Program Director of Kind Wins at the Washington International Horse Show. I also talk to Plaid Horse Magazine Deputy Editor Marley Lie…

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Your obsession with perfection could be ruining your riding. 3 Ways to combat it, with Dr. Darby Bonomi 40:07

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This episode is proudly sponsored by Nikovian. Use code horseperson15 for 15% off your order at checkout. Perfectionism and an outcome-focused mindset is not only a pretty lousy mindset for performance, but it also makes us miserable. And - relying on results and outcomes when you’re in a sport with a 1200 lb animal who can die suddenly of a stomac…

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Episode 29: Save the Tire Kicking for the Car Lot, And Other Horse Buying Do's and Don'ts 22:09

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Send us a text Join Karen and Jen for an insightful episode that dives deep into the world of horse sales. With Jen drawing on her experience in selling and buying horses as well as opinions collected from other trainers, she sheds light on the common pitfalls and unprofessional behaviors that potential buyers often exhibit--like "kicking tires,' f…

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Ken Krome by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 25:43

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Piper speaks with legendary course designer Ken Krome about the upcoming Capital Challenge Horse Show in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Ken Krome has been involved with horses his whole life, having grown up on his family’s farm. He earned a rodeo…

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Liz Lund - 3* Eventer 36:40

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Karen and Robby get to know 3* Eventer Liz Lund. Liz runs her business out of Copeland Farms where she grew up riding and then travels to Ocala, FL for the winter to base out of Copeland Farm South. Liz talks about the very large lesson program where she and several other instructors teach over 300 lessons a month. On top of all that, Liz has a sma…

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Plaidcast in Person at Sweet Briar College with Mimi Wroten, President Hutson, Dr. Alyson Ainsworth & Dr. Christopher Smith 1:25:50

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Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live studio audience at Sweet Briar College in Sweet Briar, VA with guests Mimi Wroten, President Mary Pope Maybank Hutson, Dr. Alyson Ainsworth & Dr. Christopher Smith. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Mimi Wroten is the director of the riding program and head coach of the Sweet B…

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Introducing: Out of Bounds, from #WeRideTogether 14:05

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Trigger Warning: Topics of sexual abuse Join Caroline for a short chat with Carrie Kehring, founder of #WeRideTogether, about the special project highlighting the experience of victims of sexual abuse. Go to www.weridetogether.today to watch the PSAs & roundtable discussions.By Caroline Culbertson

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Episode 28: Dressed to impress--The Pressure of Perfection in Equestrian Sports 36:05

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Send us a text In this thought-provoking episode, Jen and Karen dive deep into the whirlwind of controversy sparked by Jen's recent statements. Last week, Jen suggested that trainers should have a say in their riders' attire for the show ring and the social media images they share. The commentary ignited a firestorm of reactions from listeners, man…

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Havens Schatt by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 44:08

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Piper speaks with top hunter rider and trainer Havens Schatt of Milestone Farm about her most recent big win at HITS Hudson Valley in the $200,000 ClipMyHorse.TV Hunter Classic and her approach on bringing along green horses. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Havens Schatt is…

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The Plaidchat: Sonja Ochadlik on Pony Jumpers 35:01

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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Piper speaks with Sonja Ochadlik about the exciting growth of the pony jumper divisions at USEF Pony Finals this year. Listen in and share with friends! Host: Piper Klemm, publisher o…

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Listen to This When Your Dreams Feel Out of Reach, with Catie Staszak 1:22:29

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This episode is sponsored by Connaway & Associates Equine Insurance Services. I recorded this conversation a couple of months ago, and it has stayed with me ever since. It’s a story of perseverance, of reinvention, and of the quiet power of hope — the kind of story that might just be what you need to hear right now. Because you never know what’s wa…

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Episode 27: From Swanky Scrim Sheets to Sponsored Soirees, How Your Barn's Brand is Everyone's Business 26:31

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Send us a text Karen and Jen discuss the often overlooked role of clients in shaping a barn's brand. They explore the intricate relationship between branding and client expectations, from the necessity of custom tack trunks and horse clothes, to the financial contributions for horse show exhibitors parties. Tune in to hear how a rider's attire in t…

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Tonya Johnston's Inside Your Ride- Mental Skills Q & A Part 2 by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 58:58

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Tonya Johnston, Mental Skills Coach answers more mental skills for riding questions from our listeners. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Tonya Johnston, Visit her Website, Facebook and buy her book Inside Your Ride Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services Sponsors: Purina, Washington International Horse Show, Great…

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Emily Hamel - Getting Ready to Make Eventing History 35:38

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This week, Karen and Robby welcome back previous guest, Emily Hamel. Emily updates us on everything she has been up to since September 2019. She shares how she is living the dream year round in Aiken and everything she has going on there. Emily and her longtime partner Corvette aka Barry is hoping to make Eventing history by completing Pau and bein…

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The Plaidchat: TPH August Cover Story Harlow Bottarini & Dr. Stefanie Mazer, PsyD 44:51

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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with TPH August cover story Harlow Bottarini and longtime hunter/jumper trainer and psychologist, Dr. Stefanie Mazer. Listen in and share with your friends! Host: …

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Episode 26: What's a Nice Guy Like You Doing in a Sport Like This? Luke Tanner Speaks Up On Sportsmanship and Gender Dynamics in Equestrian Competition. 32:03

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Send us a text In this enlightening episode Jen and Karen welcome a special guest; Luke Tanner, Karen's son. As one of the few boys in a sport traditionally dominated by females at the amateur level, Luke shares his unique perspective on the equestrian community. Join the conversation as they explore Luke's experiences competing in horse shows, whe…

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Brianne Goutal-Marteau & Archie Cox by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services 42:41

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Piper speaks with top trainers Brianne Goutal-Marteau and Archie Cox about the upcoming 2025 Washington International Horse Show, presented by MARS Equestrian™. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse Guest: Brianne Goutal-Marteau grew up competing at the Washington International Horse Sh…