In this engaging episode of the On the Rail podcast, Crysta Brown, an accomplished APHA and AQHA horseman, sits down to share her extraordinary journey in the equestrian world.

Originally from California, Crysta discusses her relocation to Northern Ireland, driven by a chance meeting that transformed her life. The episode covers diverse topics such as Crysta's recent successes at the APHA Western National Show in Las Vegas, the challenges of promoting Western horse sports in Ireland, and the complexities of balancing her career across two continents.

Crysta sheds light on working with young Irish riders, the intricate process of breeding and shipping horses between the U.S. and Europe, and cultural differences in training methods.

She also elaborates on training show jumpers, using technology for remote lessons, and her innovative strategies for creating accessible educational resources for horse enthusiasts.

Crysta underscores her dedication to expanding digital horse training and her plans for the future, including breeding performance horses and enhancing her training services in Europe.

00:00 Welcome and Giveaway Announcement

02:15 Introducing Our Guest: Krista Brown

02:30 Krista's Journey to Northern Ireland

05:12 Challenges and Triumphs in Training

07:28 Experiences at the APHA Western National Show

09:51 Building a Western Riding Community in Ireland

19:30 Breeding and Importing Horses

22:51 Cultural Differences in Horse Training

25:55 Challenges with Untouched Horses

27:05 Incremental Training Approach

28:49 Showjumping Training Insights

30:59 Youth Horse Sense Differences

32:54 Digital Training Resources

36:21 Virtual Lessons and Coaching

39:25 Specialties and Training Techniques

46:21 Future Goals and Aspirations

48:31 International Training Logistics

50:59 Contact Information and Final Thoughts