Emma Daily Kline's Podcast

Live from the Santa Cruz California Buck Brannaman clinic! It was really fun to have all three of us in a room for a change. Remember to join The Buck Channel.

THE Jill Winger is a homesteading expert, podcaster, author, mom and horse girl! This was a super fun hour all about Horsemanship, Homesteading and The Thread that connects everything!Make sure to preorder Jill’s newest book by going to www.oldfashionedbook.com The Sunday Special Series is at 6pm PT usually the last Sunday of the month. My guest list is full of fellow thought adventurers with unique perspectives and extraordinary experiences. Remember! Join my good buddy Michael Sparling and me LIVE Thursday mornings at 6:30am pst 8:30 ct on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM at Evolution of a Girl.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ More horse community at NorthwoodFarms.com

with Buck Brannaman LIVE from Dayton WA.

Buck was here in Boring Oregon to teach a clinic and joined us on the show to answer your questions! Remember to join The Buck Channel! Join us LIVE Thursday mornings at 6:30am pst 8:30 ct on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM at Evolution of a Girl.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Remember! The Horsemanship Remarks show is about the intersection of philosophy, technique, gymnastics and friendship. It's not a horse training podcast. We do often talk about specifics but they're woven in and can be very advanced. Join us LIVE Thursday mornings at 6:30am pst 8:30 ct on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM at Evolution of a Girl.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Remember! The Horsemanship Remarks show is about the intersection of philosophy, technique, gymnastics and friendship. It's not a horse training podcast. We do often talk about specifics but they're woven in and can be very advanced. For more specifics join ⁠⁠⁠⁠Horsemanship Insider⁠

Michael's report after The Buck Brannaman Invitational Colt Start.

Michael's report from the Buck Brannaman South Dakota clinic. He worked 5 horses in the morning and is loving his new horse Rooster. Join us LIVE Thursday mornings at 6:30am pst 8:30 ct on ⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM at Evolution of a Girl.⁠⁠⁠ Remember! The Horsemanship Remarks show is about the intersection of philosophy, technique, gymnastics and friendship. It's not a horse training podcast. We do often talk about specifics but they're woven in and can be very advanced. For more specifics join ⁠⁠Horsemanship Insider⁠

My voice was still 100% gone but check it out!! Michael and Flora did a GREAT JOB! "We" talked about last weekend's colt start with Buck Brannaman in Santa Cruz where Flora started a colt and Michael lent a tiny bit of a hand to Maddie with hers. 💡Being friends buys you latitude. 💡When to let a kick out or a scoot peak out before shutting it down and when to yield the hindquarters right away. 💡How critical having a forwards finish on a hindquarter yield is. (This is a big subject because, of course, we don't want our horse lunging forward or heavy on the forehand. But, they can easily end up being backwards feeling when we're not wanting or needing them too.) 💡In the end, we really do have to read their mind. 💡Better to be a tiny bit late than too early with a block. (Usually) 💡❇️The hindquarter yield attached to the rein is a deep deep river from which all our wells are drawing.

Episode 116.5! HORSEMANSHIP REMARKS SHOW. ☕️☕️🐴 Buck had to get to the clinic venue to get saddled up so Michael and I did a little post show. Ha! Pretty fun to get to talk about Buck right after he left. We sure do appreciate him. Join us Thursday mornings at 6:30am pt 8:30ct for the LIVE show.

💡 Coming out of winter, Michael and I are both working on our feed and fitness programs. We chatted about hay feeders, cavaletti and muscle vs fat. 💡 We also talked about how criticizing progress clip in the warm up ring can make us insecure about our own process. Worrying about each moment being perfect is an exercise in insanity. The process is about setting them up and letting them find it. As best we can... Hope you enjoy the show! Remember! The Horsemanship Remarks show is about the intersection of philosophy, technique, gymnastics and friendship. It's not a horse training podcast. We do often talk about specifics but they're woven in and can be very advanced.  For more details on horse development and context to our discussions, you can join ⁠⁠⁠Horsemanship Insider.

Michael and I were curious about the idea of a “cowboy cavesson" so we chatted about that for a while which, of course, brings up the subject of how much we're manufacturing things or setting them up and letting them find it. Michael bought a new horse, Novella walked up to me in the pasture and how different the feeling is between working a cow and flaggings colts. Hope you enjoy the show! Remember! The Horsemanship Remarks show is about the intersection of philosophy, technique, gymnastics and friendship. It's not a horse training podcast. We do often talk about specifics but they're woven in and can be very advanced.  For more details on horse development and context on our discussions, you can join ⁠⁠Horsemanship Insider.

RAW AND UNCUT. Oh man! I loved this chat. We went deep into the weeds. Sharing our experiences horseback last week with hearing thoughts touched us off. More on Rick Ruben’s book. His words about creativity and art apply directly to this conversation! The crux of the matter is that moving from the seen (techniques) into the unseen (feel) IS mostly the point of it all. Remember! The Horsemanship Remarks show is about the intersection of philosophy, technique, gymnastics and friendship. It's not a horse training podcast. We do often talk about specifics but they're woven in and can be very advanced.  For more details on horse development and context on our discussions, you can join ⁠Horsemanship Insider.

We wound around to one of the coolest discussions about what balance might really mean and it's implications regarding belonging.  Also, I swear we weren't talking over each other as much as this makes it seem. For a while, the instagram platform was automatically chopping out pauses.  Remember! The Horsemanship Remarks show is about the intersection of philosophy, technique, gymnastics and friendship. It's not a horse training podcast. We do often talk about specifics but they're woven in and can be very advanced.  For more details on horse development and context on our discussions, you can join Horsemanship Insider.

I hope this tip helps you stay out of the "blackberries" and the "poison oak"! (Avoid fear and frustration, make progress and stay safe!) To watch the demonstration leading up to this tip much more: Become a member at Horsemanship Insider. Remember, Michael and I have a blast on THE HORSEMANSHIP REMARKS SHOW so  Join the show LIVE on INSTAGRAM Thursday mornings at 6:30 am PST / 8:30 CT.

It was a honor to get to visit with Temple Grandin about horses and #horsemanship. A few things that stuck out to me: 💡Open water/a new file folder. 💡The emotional mechanism between horses and humans is the same. 💡The importance or super value of making the first experience a good one.  💡Horses value being divorced from their ability to use words. Make sure to pick up her new book Thinking In Pictures. Join me and my good buddy Michael Sparling every Thursday morning at 6:30am PST LIVE on Facebook/NorthwoodFarms for THE HORSEMANSHIP REMARKS SHOW. Next month's Sunday Special is with my brother Isaac Daily. We'll be chatting about parenting (he's a great one) and horsemanship. Tune in 11-26-23 at 6pm PST. Christmas Eve Sunday Special will be with THE Kip Kline! January's Sunday Special will be LIVE from Ocala Florida with Buck Brannaman. 1-14-23 February's Sunday Special will be with Nathan Greiner! Join Horsemanship Insider for access to my full video library where you'll get to see horsemanship applied and join the study group.

ᴛʜᴇ ʀᴇᴀʟɪᴛɪᴇs ᴏғ ᴛʜᴇ ᴘᴜʀsᴜɪᴛOn this show, Michael and I explore the reality that even the "good days" require a steady hand and a clear map. We look at why experience—or at least surrounding yourself with those who have it—is the ultimate anchor when navigating the highs and lows of the arena.Bridging the Exposure Gap: Michael shares the story of a horse with a naturally "good mind" but zero exposure, and the technical experience required to guide that transition safely.The "Catching" Lesson: I share a raw look at my time with my smoky black pony, River. When a friendly horse decides being caught is "not on the menu," I discuss how to take the time it takes to prove the outcome is worth it.Pessimism vs. Durability: A breakdown of different personality types in horses (and humans) and how they navigate the "One Mountain" metaphor.It’s okay for a horse to be a horse. Perfection isn't the goal… evolution is.Observe: Watch for the moment your horse shifts from curiosity to a "not today" mindset. What does their physical static look like?Remember: Recall a time you felt "pessimistic" about a goal. How did having a map change your durability?Compare: Contrast the needs of a "good-minded" horse with no exposure versus a horse with "bad" exposure.Adjust: How can you change your cadence today to better tune the signal with your horse?🏔️ THE FELLOWSHIP: Ready for the scholarly discipline of the path? Choose your own Horsemanship Adventure at the Insider portal.www.horsemanshipinsider.com📝 THE BLOG: Read my latest reflections on the Horsemanship Love Language and my journey with Novella.https://emmadailyklineblog.com/🗓️ CATCH UP WITH MICHAEL: See Michael Sparling’s full clinic schedule and availability at:www.michaelsparlinghorsemanship.com📺 THE WEEKLY SHOW: Join us live every Thursday morning on YouTube for the full archive of Horsemanship Remarks.https://www.youtube.com/@NorthwoodFarmsGood luck and have fun.

In Horsemanship Remarks 257, Michael and I go into the weeds to define the economy of our progress. If every interaction with our horse is a transaction, are you collecting loose change or investing in a legacy?We follow the trail from the most recent blog post to distinguish between the "Penny Tactics" that get you through the moment and the Million Dollar Skills that carry you all the way from green horse to bridle horse.Inside this Essential Study:The Economy of Skill: Understanding the difference between a "cheap fix" (Penny Tactic) and a foundational investment (Million Dollar Skill).The Debit System: Identifying the movements or mindsets that create a "debit" in your connection, costing you more in the long run.Trailer Loading as a Diagnostic: Looking at the trailer not as a chore, but as a "Treasure" hunt for yields and relaxation.The Source Code: Our approach is grounded in classical principles. To understand the "Source Code" of these movements, we recommend studying the legacy of Hans von Blixen-Finecke.Tune in Live: Join us every Thursday morning at 6:30 AM for the live broadcast and community chat on the Northwood Farms YouTube Channel.Read the Log: Catch up on the raw journey and latest horsemanship theory at EmmaDailyKlineBlog.com.Join the Fellowship: Have you ever thought of horsemanship as a mountain we are all climbing together? If you’re tired of being caught between "Too Vague" and "Too Mechanical," join us at Horsemanship Insider. We bridge the gap with a scholarly, disciplined (and super fun) trail network that turns technical precision into a Grand Adventure.Updates & Resources:Ride with Emma: Find my full personal clinic schedule and registration details directly at HorsemanshipClinics.info.Michael’s Clinic Schedule: Michael’s full teaching schedule is available on the YouTube Community Tab.Study the History: Learn more about the influence of Hans von Blixen-Finecke.Choose Your Own Horsemanship Adventure:

Is there any topic that keeps on giving quite like the hindquarter yield? In episode #256, Michael and I (and our wonderful regular crew in the chat) get right into the weeds on the different ways we "show" a horse the yield. It’s a foundational move we use every day, yet there is always another layer to peel back when it comes to timing, feel, and the purpose behind the movement.What we're talking about today:The "Why" vs. the "How": Moving feet vs. reaching with a purpose.The Rectangle: How to keep your horse from falling out of the front outside corner.Refining the Cue: How the "life" in your body changes the horse's response.This show always feels like a weekly coffee chat with friends. If you're new here, pull up a chair and join the conversation—we’d love to have you in the mix!Tune in Live: Join us every Thursday morning at 6:30 AM for the live broadcast and community chat on the Northwood Farms YouTube Channel.Read the Log: Catch up on my personal horsemanship blog, where I document the raw journey and "evolve out loud" at EmmaDailyKlineBlog.com.Join the Fellowship: Have you ever thought of horsemanship as a mountain we are all climbing together? If you’re tired of being caught between "Too Vague" and "Too Mechanical," join us at Horsemanship Insider. We bridge the gap with a scholarly, disciplined (and super fun) trail network that turns technical precision into a Grand Adventure.Updates & Resources:Ride with Emma: You can find my full personal clinic schedule and registration details directly at HorsemanshipClinics.info.Michael’s Clinic Schedule: I’ve shared Michael’s full teaching schedule (the PDFs from his assistant) on the YouTube Community Tab.Whether you're starting a colt or refining a finished horse, there’s something here to set your mind on fire.#Horsemanship #HorsemanshipRemarks #EmmaDailyKline #MichaelSparling #NorthwoodFarms #HorseTraining #BuckBrannaman #MindOnFire #ThePursuit

In Episode #255, Michael and I explore the "Loops and Lily Pads" theme, looking at how we find our rhythm when things get heavy. Michael shares a surprisingly excellent (haha) analogy about guiding the horse into the "rectangle" using the outside loop, along with some humorous (and very relatable) updates on his journey with Rooster, his off-the-track Thoroughbred.We also discuss that "breakthrough moment"—the words we use to describe that feeling when we finally make it through the hard stuff to the other side as a team with our horses.In this episode:The Outside Leg (Michael’s technique for finding the rectangle)Life with Rooster (Humorous insights into working with a sensitive OTTB flagging colts)Lily Pads (How we use those "lily pads" to find our flow and the bumps along the way)The Breakthrough (Community reflections on the words that define our progress with our horses)Resources & Links:Read the Blog: Catch up on the "Lily Pad Strategy" and how to calm an anxious horse at emmadailyklineblog.com.Horsemanship Insider Portal: New this week is the "Loops and Lily Pads" audio note (includes a downloadable study guide!).See the Visuals: If you want to see the video version of these discussions and join our live "coffee chat" community, come find us on the Northwood Farms YouTube channel.Michael’s Schedule: I’ve also posted Michael’s upcoming clinic schedule on the YouTube Community Tab—if you’re anywhere near his farm in Wisconsin, you should definitely go see him!#Horsemanship #NorthwoodFarms #horsemanshipRemarks #wildhorsetraining

Episode DescriptionWe often think of Liberty training as "play" or "tricks"—but what if it’s actually your best diagnostic for safety?In Episode #254, Michael and I (along with our live chat community) look at why "connection" without boundaries is a recipe for disaster. I share a recent scary experience leading a strange horse that reminded me why the basics of Liberty are non-negotiable—whether the rope is on or off. If your horse crowds you, bumps you, or thinks the "sweet spot" is right on top of you, this conversation is for you.In this episode:The "Strange Horse" Story (How a simple leading session turned sketchy and highlighted the need for a safety bubble)The 3 Safety Non-Negotiables:Move Off (Respecting personal space)Yield the Hindquarters (The emergency brake)Square Up (Finding balance on all four feet)The "Challenge" Danger Zone (Why injuries are often "front-loaded" when we start new programs and how to avoid them)Mind vs. Body (Balancing your intellectual understanding with your physical timing—featuring my own learning curve with Novella!)Resources & Links:Read the Blog: Get the full story on Liberty and safety in the post "Are You Safe?" at emmadailyklineblog.com.Watch the Demos: Want to see "Draw" and "Hooking On" in action?Student Members: Log in to horsemanshipinsider.com to watch the full library.Community Members: Check out the Revlon video for a real-life example of the "stick to me" work.Michael’s Schedule: Don't forget to check the Community Tab here on YouTube for Michael’s 2026 clinic dates (the PDFs include his upcoming Wisconsin home dates!).Join the Conversation:Did you have a "safety check" moment this week? Pull up a chair and let us know in the comments—this is a weekly coffee chat, and we love hearing from you!#HorsemanshipRemarks #LibertyHorsemanship #HorseSafety #NorthwoodFarms #Groundwork #WildHorseTraining #MindOnFire

Ep 248: Wild Mustang Mule Emergency ("Flower") & The Truth About Groundwork ChecklistsIt’s a high-stakes week at Northwood Farms.In this episode, I give a critical update on Flower, the wild mustang I am currently gentling. She is growing into her BLM neck tag, and we are officially on a deadline. I share the reality of trying to remove a tag from a wild horse without a chute, and why I’m willing to do whatever it takes to keep her safe.Then, Michael and I break down the "Level 1" Groundwork Checklist:Steady Pressure vs. Rhythmic Pressure: We debate the difference, why they both start from "Feel," and why you might be missing the energy before the touch.The "Buck Brannaman" Standard: Why we use lists to find holes in our training, but why chasing a checklist can be "anti-value" if you sacrifice quality.Horsemanship Mindset: Why do we rush? We discuss how our identity as "competent riders" often gets in the way of actual learning.Also in this episode:My recent injuries (Broken collarbone & cut finger) and what they taught me.Flying Changes vs. "Slip Changes" (and how to tell the difference).The difference between training a Mule vs. a Horse.Mentioned in this Episode:The Level 1 Groundwork Checklist (Message me on Facebook if you want to see it!)Connect with Emma:Website: EmmaDailyKline.comRead the Blog: EmmaDailyKlineBlog.comJoin the Membership: HorsemanshipInsider.comFollow on Facebook: Northwood FarmsFollow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evolution_0f_a_girl/