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A podcast that finds humor in the equestrian world. Hosted by three adult amateurs who love horses + like to dish on equestrian gossip. Laura Fernandez, who heads up a division at a top audio/tech company, Julia Hanssen, who works at an international influencer advertising agency, and Molly Heroy, who runs a successful e-commerce + mobile tack store; all with one thing in common; the passion for horses and the sport.
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In this episode we cover: What happened to Julia’s saddle that horrified her trainer. Judging other riders without knowing the whole story.Laura’s new discovery + her big book reveal.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: We launched our new segment; “Breaking the Adult Amateur Stereotype”. Send us your memes, reels, TikToks making AA’s look like inept and incapable riders so we can flame them.What could go wrong when you touch another person’s horse without them knowing-even if it was with the best intentions. The organization and standards of show barns. Molly and Julia's upcoming show plans.What Molly learned to do differently with riding Annie. Molly's confess...
In this episode we cover: Julia’s latest horse communicator session-what she learned about Andi (and what surprised us)Julia’s wedding plan pivot-what changed and why Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: We’re all over the “helpless amateur” stereotype. Why amateurs feeling undervalued despite contributing a lot of money and time to the industry. The responsibility of trainers and the barn culture to not keep depicting amateurs as clueless horse owners.What does burnout and frustration look like for amateurs? Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible. Note: Laura apologizes for her audio quality!!!&nb...
In this episode we cover: Julia’s wedding date and venue announcement and why it meant a lot to Laura. When your emotions come out on your horse in the wrong way. Molly and her adult braces.What does “load the cluck” mean?? Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: Catch our video clips on social! No full episodes on YouTube yet. Garcon + Andi’s fitness routine-how long we spend trotting and cantering.Molly and Julia’s trainer got a note from USEF about showing a supposedly lame horse.Horse transformations when paired with the right person. Julia’s 10-year old riding helmet-need to get that bad boy replaced. Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: Update on Laura’s new gig + what happened to her eye week one.The longest we’ve all gone without jumping.How Contact is adapting to retirement life. Molly’s update on Fiona + Annie.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: James Van Der Beek and GoFundMe Kaley Cuoco sleeping in separate bedrooms with her fiance Tommy Pelphey. Results of Garcon’s neck X-RaysWhat happened in Julia’s lesson to make her fall not once, but TWICE. Molly and her panel w/ EQ Business Women!
In this episode we cover: Laura, Julia and Molly share their wins/losses of the past week.Molly’s digital detox.Laura just got TikTok and who she’s following. Random talk about sending nudes. Thank you to our partners at For Horses for supporting our podcast.
In this episode we cover: Saying goodbye to Mozie and the emotional whiplash of sending a lease horse back.What Laura passed along to the next leasee aka a novel of a note.Navigating communication with trainers when emotions are high and decisions are final.The very real, very insane cost of this sport emotionally and financially.Why horses teach us attachment, loss, and resilience all at once.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: Tell Me Lies, Beckham Drama + Heated Rivery Contact took over an hour to load him in the trailer and then what happened?!How Contact is adjusting to retirement life.How did Julia’s show-highs and learnings.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: Laura’s tough decision about her lease horse Mozie (the best boy!!!). Balancing your career and the horses. Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: We have Sagebrush Farms (+ Laura’s coach/trainer) Mickie Sage on the podcast!Mickie Sage is a force in the equestrian community not only showing at the highest levels from WEF to FEI World Cup Qualifiers, but also qualifying riders for Devon, Maclay Finals, and more.How to beat show nerves.Nonnegotiables in a good horse and her dealbreakers.Biggest advice for riders who want to move up.Mickie’s advice on how to prep yourself and your horse for a successful show.
Welcome to Season 5 of The 3 Stride Podcast!!! In this episode we cover: Molly, Julia + Laura are all back in the studio together! Welcome to Season 5! How did Molly’s daughter, Reese, break her leg?!Showgrounds live has rolled out video fees i.e. users can now pay to not have their videos available to the public. Julia’s BIG announcement!!!
In this episode we cover: The story of finding Contact in Europe and trusting a friend and broker to help bring him into Laura’s lifeWhat the partnership was supposed to look like and how injuries slowly rewrote that plan.The subtle and not-so-subtle signs Contact gave me that he was ready for a different life.Finding the perfect spot for Contact to retire in Las Vegas. Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible. Our listeners can add the code 3S...
In this episode we cover: Having friends ask to ride your horse and the moment someone says “they’re a great rider” without context.The quiet tests you use to figure out if someone actually knows what they’re doing before they get onThe biggest equestrian controversies of 2025, from hair testing and training misconduct to helmet debates and EHV-1Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible. Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their ...
In this episode we cover: Our idea to launch a dedicated show jumping channel on an audio platform-think curated music, live show commentary, and inspiring rider interviewsThe real highs and lows of leasing a horseLaura’s looming decision on what to do when Mozie’s lease is up in February.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible. Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.
In this episode we cover: Thanksgiving recap, including Molly cooking for 40+ people and Laura getting to ride Julia’s horse, Andi.An update on Andi’s health and recovery after cellulitis.Laura’s first horse show with her new barn and new trainer.The warm-up exercise that totally changed Laura’s ride in the ring.A peek inside the VIP tent at Santa Anita Park.The latest on the EHV-1 virus circulating in the horse community and how Las Vegas is preparing ahead of NFR.Thank you to our partner Fo...
In this episode we cover: Laura’s fresh start with her new trainer and what those months really look and feel like.How to build trust, communication, and respect from day one and why the trainer/rider relationship is everything.New training exercises Laura is doing with Mozie (and how they’re already shifting her ride).Molly + Julia’s positive dynamic with their trainer Judy.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.
In this episode we cover: The Italian origin story of For Horses and how Giovanna and Andrea fused fashion design with textile innovation.Anita Sguigna’s role as U.S. Sales and Marketing Manager Inside the brand and how FH selects riders, retailers, and collaborators.A look into FH’s design process, rider feedback, and what’s trending in equestrian fashion right now.What’s next for For Horses and where riders can find the brand. Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make thi...
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