In this episode we cover: It’s just Julia and Laura in the stu because Molly is at a show! The anticipation before your ride: why morning classes feel easier and afternoons can dragMental resets at shows: practical ways to push through tough moments.Laura’s story of meeting Conan O’Brien and what he’s really like off-cameraThe weird thing Laura does when nerves kick inThank you to our partners For Horses and Whinny Water for helping to make these podcasts possible.
In this episode we cover: How to ride with your child on the saddle with you. Reese surprised everyone with what she did right after finishing her first canter.Julia shares her very detailed notes from the horse communicator session with Andi.Molly remains skeptical, but maybe we have a new believer!Thank you to our partners For Horses and Whinny Water for helping to make these podcasts possible.
In this episode we cover: Trainer and Zone 10 Board Member, Angel Pitton, joins us to break down USEF, USHJA, and how riders can get involved with Affiliate ProgramsTreadmill vs. Hot Walker and which is better for conditioningAngel’s history with Molly including favorite stories and memories from her early riding daysTraining Laura and riding all her horses including who is the favorite and what makes teaching Laura both fun and challengingA walkthrough of the USEF Affiliate Program and the r...
In this episode we cover: Virgo season is here!!!!Why is Laura’s horse Garcon labeled the menace at the barn?Taylor Swift and Julia Hanssen have only one thing in common. What was the worst present Laura has ever been given thanks to Molly.Julia shares a wild secret. Thank you to our partners For Horses and Whinny Water for helping to make these podcasts possible.
Veterinarian Dr. Leslie Schur joins us to unpack one of the most common challenges in equine soundness: soft tissue and tendon injuries. We cover: What causes these injuries and the different types horses can sustainHow new treatments like Prostride and Shockwave are being usedWhether arena footing quality really impacts a horse’s long-term soundness
In this episode we cover: Adequan loading doses vs. monthly injectionsThe protocol for bringing horses back to work after joint injections.Why are Molly’s horse, Annie,legs swollen.Garcon was cleared to jump post tendon injury!Upcoming show plans.
In this episode we discuss: Julia's import, Andi, is HERE!Engineer Andrew returns to the studio.Laura's ziplining adventure at the travel conferenceThe purchase that Julia judged Tips for acclimating a horse to a new barn and environmentJulia's first jump school with Andi
In this episode we cover: Dr. Leslie Schur, our go-to vet and a cornerstone of the Las Vegas equine scene. She’s a Michigan State grad and co-founder of Desert Pines Equine, with decades dedicated to keeping equine athletes performing at their best.What the latest research says about joint health and steroid injectionsAre we seeing more neck and back issues in warmbloods?New joint therapies that are gaining tractionFeeding tips: grain vs. forage and what hay is bestSummer riding 101: ho...
In this episode we cover: Julia shares what happened to her horse Uno in the pastureWe reflect on our heart horses and the special bonds we've hadJulia introduces her new horse, Andi, and how it all came togetherA look at the process of international horse transportationLaura talks about what went down when she tried to get on her horse bareback
In this episode we cover: Key findings from The Chronicle of the Horse employee survey about the equine industry’s employee crisis.What are the top employee frustrations from their employers.What employees value most including mentorship and growth opportunities.Why the industry needs to embrace change to retain talent.
In this episode we cover: Laura shares the details about her new barn in Las Vegas.What she’s focusing on in her new training programA few training tips Laura’s picked up latelyJulia’s back in Europe to horse shopHow to find and work with your own brokerDid she actually find a GP-level horse under $350k… despite every broker telling her otherwise?
In this episode we cover: In this episode, Laura opens up about the emotional journey of leaving her home barn after 13 years. Laura’s former barn was truly one of a kind...the kind of place you wish you could bottle up and keep forever. Why changing barns is never an easy decision.The preparation and thought process behind the move.What she ultimately decided to do about her beloved barn cats.
In this episode we cover: A convo with Heidi Brown, a Las Vegas-based equestrian, photographer, mom of four, and mustang trainer, about her journey into working with wild horses.What the term “gentling” means and why it’s replaced the outdated idea of “breaking” a horse.What actually happens during a mustang roundupA quick recap of The Mustang on Netflix and our thoughts on how it portrays the wild horse world.
In this episode we cover: The true cost of buying Grand Prix horse Julia shares all the details from a $10M+ barn party in San DiegoLaura reveals her must-haves if she ever owned a barnA new rule on wearing headphones while riding sparks debateComparing the cost of showing in Europe vs. the U.S.
In this episode we cover: We’re kicking off our trainer interview series with Las Vegas-based professional rider and trainer, Jennifer Vancheri Porter.Learn how to build a business plan for launching a training programHear about Jennifer’s dual career as a trainer and Private Risk AdvisorGet her go-to plan for horse show prepAnd the big question: Can you actually make money with horses?Follow Jennifer and her barn on Instagram at jjsporthorsesusa
In this episode we discuss: Laura’s biz travel adventures and favorite airports.Watchouts with the pricing when buying horses in Europe. Why the horse that Julia was close to purchasing fell through.What Julia learned is a must have for any future PPE.The risk of buying a horse with a heart murmur.
In this episode we discuss: Laura and Molly are in studio while Julia celebrates Mother’s Day in CaboLaura being mistaken for the barn manager and giving unsolicited advice to fellow riders.Horse wellness updates on Annie’s eye and Garcon’s tendonFEI 2025 Sport Forum introduces safety vest research and a new Equine Welfare PlanUSHJA Listening Tour raises concerns about horse welfare and overuse in competition
In this episode Laura discusses: Laura’s solo this week—Julia’s in Del Mar visiting her sister Katie, and Molly’s celebrating Reese’s 2nd birthday.An update on Julia’s horse shopping trip. Why Laura chose a career in sales.The story of Laura’s first horse, Guverner—and the heartbreaking event that changed everything about how she is as a horse owner.
Warning: This episode contains graphic discussions of animal cruelty. In this episode, we cover a serious story out of Las Vegas: the recent death of Dr. Frehner, a veterinarian who had been facing accusations of animal cruelty. We discuss: Our personal history and experiences with Dr. Frehner as a local vet.The dangers of rushing to judgment based on short clips without full context.How public backlash can spiral — and how we can encourage healthy dialogue instead of fueling cancel culture...
In this episode we discuss: Julia’s recent trip to the U.K. to find her next horse — and whether Europe really has better quality horses than the U.S.The barn vibes abroad: what’s different, what’s better, and what totally caught Julia off guardThe logistics of booking a horse broker and what to expectWatch outs when shopping overseas (hint: the exchange rate)How Julia overcame the nerves of trying horses in front of strangers in a foreign country.