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Welcome to Unbridled Conversations: The Unstable Equine Podcast, where equestrians come together to champion the well-being of the true heart of our sport—the horse. Hosted by Hannah, a passionate equine nutrition expert and founder of EquiPacs, and Charlotte, a quick-witted eventer and livery yard manager, this podcast blends heartfelt advocacy with relatable stories and expert insights.
At Unbridled Conversations, we’re here for the horses. Our mission is to champion their care, amplify their voice in every corner of equestrian sport, and inspire positive change within our community. Through thoughtful education, myth-busting advice, and unfiltered tales from the yard, we strive to create a space where no one feels alone in their equestrian journey.
Whether you’re navigating the challenges of horse ownership, questioning industry norms, or just looking for some mucking out laughs, this podcast is your place to connect, learn, and grow. Together, we’re challenging the status quo, demanding better for our sport, and ensuring that our horses remain front and center in everything we do.
So, saddle up for Unbridled Conversations. It’s time to ride together, speak up, and make a difference for our equine partners—one episode at a time.
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This week, we’re talking all things clipping aka the horse girl version of salon day, except it happens every 7–10 days, nobody offers you a glass of Prosecco, and you leave with rogue hairs stuck in your bra that itch for a fortnight. We get into every angle: failed attempts at stopping the hair growth, sweating, drying, mud, tears, tantrums, and the emotional damage of the clock changes. Basically, if you’ve ever cried into a pair of clippers, you are one of us. And this week’s Normal or Ne...
This week, we’re joined by the incredible Faith Banks for a conversation that every equestrian will connect with. Faith’s story isn’t about fairy-tale finishes, red rosettes, or picture-perfect moments. It’s raw, unfiltered, and uncomfortably honest. It’s also a reality that so many horse owners quietly live through. From unwanted advice to battling outside noise, Faith has learned the power of putting herself and her horse first and her resilience will inspire you to do the same. But don’t w...
This week’s episode of Unbridled Conversations is one big brain teaser. Do our horses actually sleep properly, and if they don’t… does it affect how they work for us? Hannah throws down the ultimate question and it leaves both girls spiralling into midnight checks, nap times, and whether or not Willow is secretly sleep deprived. Meanwhile, Normal or Neigh comes courtesy of Maggie… or Samantha (the debate is real), who writes in about the joy of grooming, not just the quick flick before a ride...
Burghley fever is in the air and the girls are buzzing as they recorded just before the action kicked off. But first, this week’s Normal or Neigh hits hard, with both Hannah and Charlotte completely united for once (shocking, we know). Then it’s straight into the chaos of a recent show jumping outing, and let’s just say… the vibes were not immaculate. From rough riding and overcooked horses to riders shouting at their grooms, the girls are asking: why can’t we all just enjoy our ponies? Compe...
This week we’re calling out one of the most relatable equestrian struggles ever… when the non-horsey boyfriend offers to help. Spoiler alert: it’s NOT actually helpful, and you’ll spend more time cleaning up behind him than he spent “helping”. But do we feel bad for being fussy? No. Absolutely not. Then we dive into a brilliant listener message from Claire, who’s starting her journey with a new youngster and dreaming of eventing. Where do you even begin? What’s too soon? What’s realistic...
This week, we’re diving into a listener-requested topic: “Why is the horse world so corrupt especially when it comes to selling horses?” Are dealers to blame for everything? Or do owners hold some responsibility too? And what about the horses themselves? The ones being shipped off to new homes, new jobs, and new expectations without a single say in the matter? As always, the girls unpack it from every angle (and drop more than a few surprises along the way). Plus, Normal or Neigh takes us bac...
This week, Charlotte opens up about her season with Willow and how it hasn’t gone to plan. From the sidelines, it’s easy to feel influenced by what other riders are doing, but at the end of the day… do their choices make sense for you and your horse? It’s an episode all about trusting your gut, filling your confidence pot, and remembering that your horse trusts you implicitly every time you saddle up. Because they’d never lie to you, so don’t lie to them. And the girls couldn’t be more ...
Ever had a riding lesson where you swear you’re doing exactly what your instructor asked… but judging by their face, you’re apparently doing the complete opposite? Yeah, us too. This week, we’re talking about the unwritten instructor glossary, that mystical language of cues, commands, and cryptic phrases they somehow expect us to just know. We also get real about the mortifying moments when your horse decides to show you up in that oh-so-important first lesson. You know, the “look at us...
Mojo, where you at?! This week, the girls are getting real about that frustrating, flat, not-so-fabulous feeling when your horsey sparkle goes missing. Whether you’re stuck in rehab limbo, recovering from yet another field-based bad decision, or simply burnt out... you’re not alone. Hannah and Charlotte open up about the emotional toll of keeping horses going when it feels like the world is working against you. From show cancellations to field injuries, and just feeling meh, they unpack what ...
This week, the girls are tackling a very real and very raging debate that’s set the equestrian and internet world alight. A seemingly harmless hacking video shared by an online equestrian creator has blown up after the tabloids picked it up without consent. Cue thousands of disgusting, vile, and downright inhumane comments. The classic “get off the road” brigade has come out in full force, but this goes way beyond that. What happened to compassion? What happened to safety? What happened to ba...
This week we dive ass first into one of the most confusing, controversial, and EXPENSIVE topics in the equestrian world: Saddles. Why does every fitter have a different opinion? Why are we paying organ-donor prices for something that still leaves our horses sore? And how do we, as horse owners, ever really know what’s "best"? From trees (wood, plastic, no tree at all?) to blocks (moveable, fixed, giant, non-existent?) to flocking that sounds more like science fiction than saddle tech, the gir...
This week, we’re diving head-first into the absolute circus that is... the warm-up ring. From left-to-left confusion, mystery tail ribbons, instructors playing God over the entire arena, to the girl FaceTiming her nan mid-canter... nothing is off-limits. Charlotte and Hannah are calling it as they see it: unfiltered, chaotic, and so painfully relatable. Plus, this week’s Normal or Neigh splits the yard: do you demand bed perfection like you’re mucking out Buckingham Palace, or are you more o...
Welcome to the sweatiest, dustiest, flyiest episode yet. The girls are DEEP in the summer struggle and they are NOT coping quietly. Between no grass, zero rain, cracked hooves, snotty noses, and hay that costs more than rent... it’s not exactly giving equestrian chic. But July is for Hot Girl Hacking, and this week the girls took saddle club chaos to new levels on an “off-piste” adventure. Oh, and Forestry UK? We’ve got questions. What's with the disappearing permits and parking?! Have you be...
We made it to Episode 26... six whole months of Unbridled Conversations! This week, it’s time to reflect, celebrate, and get a little nostalgic. Hannah and Charlotte look back on the chaos, the cackles, and the conversations that have had the biggest impact since hitting record 6 months ago. From Normal or Neighs that left us wheezing, to listener messages that made us teary (or furious, let’s be honest) it’s all here. The girls reminisce on their favourite moments, reflect on wha...
This week on Unbridled Conversations it’s all about the place we love to hate and hate to love: THE YARD. From decade-spanning friendships to cold shoulders and petty politics, we’re diving deep into the judgement, camaraderie, and vibes that make or break your stable life. The girls unpack everything from: – The infamous “I’m only sweeping my bit” passive aggression – That one person who definitely isn’t picking up their horse’s poop in the arena – The pressure (or peace!) of keeping your ho...
This week on Unbridled Conversations, we’re talking about the unspoken chaos of trainers. Who we love, who we leave, and who we low-key regret booking after one lesson. But first, this week’s Normal or Neigh has us all in agreement (for once) on the sacred equestrian rule: never, EVER take more trips than necessary. If it can be carried in one go — buckets, bales, haynets, snacks, regrets — it WILL be. Horse girl grit, baby. Then the girls dive headfirst into the game of Trainer Roulett...
This week’s Unbridled Conversations takes a hilarious (and slightly humbling) turn as the girls dive into the things they definitely should’ve known by now... but didn’t. Kicking off with a Normal or Neigh throwback to “Just Popping in for Fly Spray,” Hannah rocks up to the tack shop in full-on civilian clothing — and Charlotte (with a little backup from George) is not okay about it. Then it’s confession time. From windy weather to anatomy, the girls spill their “I was today years old when I ...
This week on Unbridled Conversations, we’re pulling back the stable curtain. Both Hannah and Charlotte have spent years behind the scenes in top-level sport yards—from eventing to show jumping. But here’s the thing: it’s not all flying changes and glossy Instagram Reels. In this raw, honest episode, the girls share what it really looks like working in the equestrian industry. From the tough lessons to the silences they kept as young women trying to find their footing, to the unfiltered truth ...
This week on Unbridled Conversations, we’re heading to the place where dreams, drama, and deeply questionable spending decisions live... the tack shop. But first up on Normal or Neigh?, the girls debate whether it’s ever okay to be on your phone in the warm-up ring - Hannah’s never seen it (and is baffled), while Charlotte's had front row seats to full texting-while-jumping chaos. We need to know: what would you do? Then… welcome to a whole new layer of their friendship: tack shopping t...
This week on Unbridled Conversations, we’re getting real about the world of equestrian influencers — the good, the glossy, and the downright awkward. OF COURSE we all dream of getting the latest gear and fancy feeds for free (who wouldn’t?!), but Hannah and Charlotte unpack the reality behind the ring lights — from the consumer's POV, to the small business owner's inbox full of “Hey bestie, can I get this for free in exchange for a post?” Hannah opens up about how tough it can be ...
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