Barn Banter by Horse Illustrated

Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise  discuss the great controversies of saddle fit with Amanda Anderson, an independent saddle fitter who offers education for riders based on anatomy and biomechanics.

Next up, Holly chats with Olissio Zoppe and Sylvia Zerbini, two legends of equestrian theater who will be performing in the upcoming West Coast leg of Cirque Ma'Ceo this fall. For full schedule and tickets, visit cirquemaceo.com.

Last but not least, Holly talks to Kaycie McCarthy, Equine and Farm Animal Rescue and Outreach Manager for MSPCA at Nevins Farm, about 21-year-old OTTB gelding Power Player, aka "Pip."

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise  chat with David Silver, founder and Executive Director of Detroit Horse Power, a nonprofit program bringing horses to the lives of under-served youth in the city.

Next up, Holly chats with Michelle Fedewa, CEO of Lucky 7 Horse Rescue in Minnesota, to discuss adoptable horse Natsu. This 8-year-old grade gelding needs an experienced rider, but is going under saddle and won Lucky 7's "Battle of the Best Training" competition!

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise  chat with Terri Farley, author of the Phantom Stallion series and her upcoming Wild Horse Annie book, Horse Girl.

Next up, Holly chats with Stephanie Swanson, treasurer of Wild Rose Mustang Advocacy Group, Inc. in Fort Collins, Colo., about 3-year-old palomino Mustang gelding Skater Boy and the upcoming Wild Horse Symposium. 

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise banter about Susan's new children's book, Swirl: My Wild Island Pony, as well as Holly's encounter with the mules of Santorini, Greece.

Next, they chat with Kendy Allen, friend of the late Marguerite Henry, just in time for the annual Pony Swim. Kendy is a Chincoteague Pony breeder who lives near the island and founded the world's only Chincoteague Pony Drill Team. 

Last up, Holly chats with Bonnie McRae, director of After the Races in Maryland, about DrinkWithTheStars ("Cosmo"), a gorgeous 7-year-old bay Thoroughbred gelding who is a chill dude ready to take on any light career under saddle.

Don't miss your chance to enter Horse Illustrated & Unicorn Trails' giveaway for the riding trip of a lifetime at Yellowstone Ranch! 

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This month, co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise discuss Holly's Goodyear Blimp flight and Horse Illustrated's stack of awards, including Overall Excellence, at the recent American Horse Publications conference.

Next, they take a walk down memory lane with Elizabeth Moyer, former editor of HI, to celebrate the magazine's 50th anniversary and talk about the changing times and technology that occurred throughout Moyer's 20-year tenure. 

Next we chat with Marleen Bosch Hopkins, director of resources at Mountain Valley Horse Rescue in Colorado, about two adoptable mares, Buggs and Barbie, that are the last of their group from a law enforcement seizure a year ago.

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This month, co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Amber Marshall, star of the long-running show Heartland, and learn how she went from a child actor to a real-life ranch owner.

Next we chat with Cailin Caldwell, director of the ASPCA Right Horse Program, about the recent adoption successes at Equine Affaire and the 5th annual Adopt a Horse month this May.

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This month, co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to sidesaddle clinician and former show jumper Nicolle Glenn to learn all about the style and how to try it if you've always wanted to!

Next, we chat with Cassy Streeter from our sponsored guest Equi-Analytical, a company whose mission is to provide the horse industry with quality forage and feed analyses.

Last but not least, this month's adoptable equine is Spinner, and adorable 13-year-old Mini Mule gelding who needs an experienced handler but loves attention and a routine. Spinner is located in Ravenna, Ohio.

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to equestrian author Natalie Keller Reinert, whose new book The Jump (Flatiron Press) is out March 24 wherever books are sold.

This month's adoptable horse is a registered American Saddlebred mare, Demara. She is 19 years old and suitable for light riding, located in Simpsonville, Ky.

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Olissio Zoppe, a 9th generation equestrian performer, founder and director of Cirque Ma'Ceo. The upcoming U.S. tour schedule can be found here. 

This month's adoptable horse is Jake, an 8-year-old grade Gypsy cross looking for a companion home that likes to brush a long mane and can appreciate his big, goofy personality. He is located in Lubbock, Texas.

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Co-hosts Susan Friedland and Horse Illustrated Editor in Chief Holly Caccamise talk to Linda Nelson, a re-rider getting back in the saddle with some relatable struggles.

This month's adoptable horse is Cyclone, a 2-year-old grade pony rescued from a feral herd who is learning the ropes. She is located in Nicholasville, Ky.

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