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The Official USEA Podcast. United States Eventing Association.
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The USEA Classic Series is more than a competition, it’s a chance to experience eventing the way it used to be. From roads and tracks to the thrill of steeplechase and the all-important 10-minute box, it’s tradition, horsemanship, and education all rolled into one.
Nicole is joined by Max Corcoran and Amanda Miller to break down what makes the Classics so special, why they matter in today’s sport, and how riders of every level can get involved. Expect stories from behind the scenes, insight into the learning opportunities, and even a glimpse at Amanda’s own journey from competitor to official, with a first five-star on her horizon.
In this episode of the USEA Official Podcast, Nicole Brown recaps the American Eventing Championships at Galway Downs with Frankie Thieriot Stutes and Adequan® Advanced Final winner Tommy Greengard.
Frankie shares her perspective from the commentary booth, highlighting the atmosphere, volunteer power, and standout performances across every level. Tommy reflects on his $60,000 win with the talented eight-year-old That’s Me Z, from a bold cross-country to the pressure of show jumping under the lights.
From grassroots stories to top-level triumphs, this year’s AEC proved why it remains one of the sport’s most inspiring showcases.
In this episode of the USEA Official Podcast, Nicole Brown is joined by USEA CEO Rob Burk and President Lou Leslie for a catch-up on everything happening behind the scenes — from membership updates and budgeting challenges to the excitement of high-performance results on the international stage.
With the American Eventing Championships at Galway Downs just days away, the team dives into what makes this year’s event so special. From competition under the lights and adult rider team camaraderie to the $60,000 Adequan® Advanced Final, hear how the AEC promises to deliver a true festival of eventing on the West Coast.
Plus, Rob and Lou share their personal highlights from 2025 so far, what they’re most looking forward to in the months ahead, and a sneak peek at the upcoming USEA Annual Meeting & Convention in New Orleans.
What does horsemanship really mean and how do we get better at it?
In this episode of the USEA Podcast, Nicole Brown sits down with horseman and author Tik Maynard for an honest and engaging conversation about the heart of good horsemanship. Drawing on his own journey across disciplines and continents, Tik shares insights into how riders at every level can deepen their connection with horses—whether they’re on the ground, in the saddle, or simply observing from the barn aisle.
From building trust and understanding your horse’s psychology to embracing play, curiosity, and vulnerability, this episode is packed with takeaways for anyone wanting to become a better rider, trainer, or partner. Tik also reflects on the lessons he learned in the lead-up to Road to the Horse and how those experiences shaped his philosophy on teaching and learning.
Ever wondered what really happens behind the scenes of Team USA?
In this Team Talk episode of the USEA Podcast, Nicole Brown is joined by U.S. Eventing High Performance Manager Leslie Law for a candid, behind-the-scenes look at the 2025 season so far. From Kentucky to Aachen, Leslie shares how the U.S. team is preparing for next year’s World Championships — and what it takes to turn depth and potential into results.
Whether it’s Boyd Martin’s triple top-ten at Kentucky, Off the Record’s standout cross-country, or the rise of new names through the development tours, this episode is packed with insight into how riders are selected, teams are built, and pressure is managed at the elite level. With 2026 fast approaching, Leslie also discusses team strategy, qualification goals, and why competitions like Arville and Morven still matter as the season rolls on.
This episode of the USEA Official Podcast takes you behind the scenes of the USEA Youth Mentorship Program — a unique opportunity for young riders to explore the sport from an entirely different perspective.
Nicole Brown is joined by long-time program coordinator Vicki Howard-Fine, who shares the story of how the initiative has grown since its launch in 2008 to include young riders and intercollegiate athletes across the country. From shadowing top officials to understanding cross-country design and dressage judging, the program helps youth athletes build knowledge, confidence, and networks that can shape their careers — whether in or out of the saddle.
Plus, we hear firsthand from Ellie Moran and Lucy Leff, two recent participants who open up about what they learned, the people they met, and how the experience is already influencing their riding and professional ambitions.
Learn more and apply for the Youth Mentorship Program here.
Struggling with saddle fit and wondering what truly matters for your horse? This episode of the USEA Official Podcast is full of practical advice to help you nail the basics and keep your horse comfortable in their tack.
Nicole Brown is joined by Emily Bates — Head of Product Innovation at Bates Saddles — who breaks down everything you need to know, from subtle signs your horse might be telling you they’re uncomfortable to key tips on fit, balance, and ongoing maintenance.
If you want to make sure your horse is moving and feeling their best — this one’s for you.
Check out Bates Saddles here.
Buying your next horse? Whether you're looking to move up a level or find your perfect match for the lower levels, this episode of the USEA Podcast is full of practical advice to help you make smart decisions from the start.
USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown is joined by experienced coach and advisor Ruthie Meyer for a thoughtful and honest look at the horse-buying process. From finding the right match and navigating online ads to setting realistic goals and managing red flags, Ruthie shares her best guidance on how to approach the search with clarity and confidence.
If you're in the market - or plan to be soon - this episode is one you won’t want to miss.
If you want to listen to the pre-purchase exam episode click here.
Looking to level up your first-phase performance? This episode of the USEA Official Podcast is packed with expert insight to help you boost your dressage marks and ride your best test yet. Nicole Brown is joined by five-star rider and S-level judge Valerie Vizcarrondo Pride, who shares practical, ringside advice straight from the judge’s box — from warm-up strategy and presentation tips to scoring insight and how to bounce back when things don’t go to plan.
If you want to head down the centerline feeling confident, calm, and competition-ready — this one’s for you.
Were you one of the competitors at this year's USEA Intercollegiate & Interscholastic Eventing League (IEL) Eventing Championships? Or do you dream of the day that you can participate yourself? Are you just a huge eventing superfan and love seeing young riders of all ages enjoying the sport? No matter where you fall, you will love this week's episode of the USEA Podcast where we chat with a member of the Champion USEA IEL team and the president of this year's Intercollegiate Spirit Award Team, the University of Georgia. Get a behind-the-scenes look at what it feels like to participate in one of these championships from Olive Dumais and Katlyn Parker.
A pre-purchase examination (PPE) is big part of investing in a new eventing partner, but there are so many options and add-ons that can be done in a PPE that the process can feel a bit daunting. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown sat down with equine veterinarian and USEA Board of Governors member Dr. Angie Yates, DVM, to discuss all things related to the PPE, different perspectives to keep in mind, and more in this week's episode of the USEA Podcast. This episode is a great one if you anticipate you will be on the market for a new horse soon!
Have your travels to Kentucky for the 2025 Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event begun yet? We've got the perfect podcast episode to help you make the time on the plane or in the car pass by as you prepare for all of the excitement of the CCI4*-S and CCI5*-L that will take place this week. USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown sits down with Will Coleman to talk all about this iconic week in U.S. eventing, his plans for the four-star this year (including an adorable homage to long-term partner Off the Record), his first ever time competing at Kentucky, and so much more!
You asked and midwestern FEI eventer Julie Wolfert answered! In this week's episode of the USEA Podcast, Host Nicole Brown hits Julie with all of your biggest questions (all while Julie waits out a tornado while in transit to compete at Stable View) including competition preparations, eventing in the midwest, Julie's eventing history, what is to come in the future, and so much more.
It's the first Team Talk of 2025 and the first Team Talk with newly appointed U.S. Eventing Chef d’Equipe and High Performance Manager Leslie Law and it is an exciting one! USEA Podcast host Nicole Brown asks Leslie all the big questions: from what his new responsibilities will be, to preparations for the LA Olympics, and more!
The 2025 season is well underway and it's an exciting year for United States eventing with many world-class horse and rider partnerships already showing off what they are made of this early in the year. In addition to high-performance eventing, USEA CEO Rob Burk, USEA President Louise "Lou" Leslie, and EquiRatings' Diarm Byrne sit down to chat with USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown about what is to come on the U.S. eventing schedule across all levels, competitions that are getting everyone excited, and so much more in this week's episode of the USEA Podcast!
Want to learn more about the history of eventing and how to develop the strongest partnership possible with your horse? Consider adding a USEA Classic Series event to your 2025 competition calendar! USEA Podcast host Nicole Brown chats with two of the biggest fans of the USEA Classic Series, five-star competitor Sharon White and organizer/former long-format competitor Sarah Broussard, about all the phases of this iconic event and how you can get involved this year.
Hands down, the USEA's Big Valentine's Quiz is always one of our most popular podcasts each year and this year USEA Podcast host Nicole Brown pitted U.S. eventing power couple Jacob and Cornelia Fletcher against Australia's beloved Shane and Niki Rose for another fun-filled episode! From eventing knowledge to cute couple questions, Nicole puts these two couples to the test. Which couple do you think came out on top?
Following the conclusion of the 2024 USEA Emerging Athletes U21 (EA21) program and with applications for the 2025 program opening soon, USEA Podcast host Nicole Brown chats with EA21 Regional Coach Rebecca Brown about the growth of the program over the past three years and the many successes that arose from the 2024-2025 EA21 National Camp. Plus, Brown also breaks down how to incorporate some of the iconic EA21 exercises into your own training at home!
It's the start of a new year and what better time to talk about prioritizing yourself and your fitness than at the start of a new season? USEA Podcast Host Nicole Brown sat down with Olympian Boyd Martin and equestrian sports performance fitness coach Tony Sandoval to answer all of your submitted questions regarding your health and fitness so that you can start your year off on the right foot!
USEA CEO Rob Burk sits down with Podcast Host Nicole Brown to talk about some of the key moments from this year's USEA Annual Meeting & Convention including keynote speaker Tik Maynard's presentation, rule changes, accessibility and inclusivity, and more!
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