In this episode, Angie sits down with Jennifer Connor, co-founder of Riders Rent, to decode the often-confusing world of show apparel.

Whether you’re a first-time horse show mom staring down breeches, jodhpurs, and tall boots, or a seasoned rider wondering what’s tradition vs. what’s truly required, this episode will help you breathe easier.

Together, Angie and Jennifer cover:

• Breeches vs. jodhpurs - who wears what and why
• When kids transition from paddock boots to tall boots
• The role of jackets in hunters, jumpers, and equitation
• The truth about shirts, ties, belts, gloves, and bows
• Where most moms overspend too soon on apparel
• Borrowing, renting, and consignment hacks to save money
• Why Riders Rent is changing the game for Broke Horse Moms

Along the way, Angie shares her own horse mom missteps (hello, bows that never saw the ring), while Jennifer brings her deep equestrian experience and her practical advice for moms who want their kids to look the part without emptying the wallet.

Watch the video here: http://youtube.com/@brokehorsemoms/

Connect with Jenn and Rider's Rent:

• https://www.ridersrent.com/
• https://www.instagram.com/ridersrent/
• https://www.instagram.com/jconnor611/

Connect with Angie and other Broke Horse Moms:

• https://www.instagram.com/brokehorsemoms/
• http://youtube.com/@brokehorsemoms/

✨ Don’t forget: rate and review the podcast, and share this episode with another horse mom who needs to hear she’s not alone in this wild, wallet-draining sport!

What does it really mean to lease a horse and why do so many people recommend it?

In this episode of Broke Horse Moms, Angie kicks off our Barn Basics series with a crash course in horse leasing: the what, the why, and the different ways families approach this “horse renting” option before diving into ownership.

Angie covers:

• What a lease actually is (and why non-horse people look at you funny when you say you’re doing it)
• When it makes sense to lease instead of just taking lessons OR instead of buying outright
• The key differences between care leases and paid leases
• Onsite vs. offsite leases and how location affects flexibility and responsibility
• The pros and cons of full vs. partial leases, including how schedules and show plans come into play

Whether you’re weighing your first lease, debating whether it’s worth it, or just trying to understand barn lingo, this episode will leave you feeling more prepared (and less confused) when the topic comes up at your barn.

💡 Stay tuned for Horse Renting 102: Inside the Lease Agreement where Angie gets into contracts, costs, and what to look out for before signing on the dotted line.

✨ Don’t forget: rate and review the podcast, and share this episode with another horse mom who’s figuring out whether to lease, buy, or just keep lessoning her way through this wild, wallet-draining sport!

What happens when supporting your kid’s horse dreams sparks your own?

In this episode of Broke Horse Moms, Angie sits down with fellow horse mom (and rider!) Jen Nelson, co-founder of Armor Equestrian, to talk about carving out your own joy in the horse world, even when the sport starts as “just your kid’s thing.”

Jen shares:

• How her daughter Taylor’s first lesson turned into a lifelong mother-daughter bonding experience
• What it’s really like to lease a horse vs. buy one (and how Roh-Bear came into their lives)
• Why she decided jumping wasn’t for her, and how to find what you love most about riding
• The truth about balancing show costs, point chasing, and family budgets
• How Armor Equestrian was born out of barn heartbreak and became a brand that brings sparkle, fun, and joy back into riding
• A hilarious first installment of our new segment: Trainer Truth Bombs

Whether you’re considering a lease, wondering how other moms afford the show circuit, or simply looking for permission to find your own barn-time joy, this episode is packed with real talk (and plenty of laughs).

Special for listeners: Armor Equestrian is offering 15% off with code BHM → shop here.

✨ Don’t forget: rate and review the podcast, and share this episode with another horse mom who needs to hear she’s not alone in this wild, wallet-draining sport!

In this first episode of Broke Horse Moms, I’m turning the mic on myself to share how we stumbled into this sport, what it’s meant for my family, and why this community matters so much.

From Chloe’s very first pony ride at the county fair, to her first falls (and my first ringside heart attacks), to finding Phoebe, the opinionated pony who changed everything, I’ll take you through the highs, the wipeouts, and the unexpected ways horses transformed not just Chloe, but me too.

This is the story behind Broke Horse Moms: the lessons, the friendships, and the dreams being chased.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re navigating barn life without a map, this episode is for you.

What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

• How our family accidentally fell into horse life
• The role Chloe’s uncle and grandparents played in keeping horses in the family
• The bumpy road of lessons, leases, and falls (including broken bones and stitches)
• How Phoebe became Chloe’s heart pony and show partner
• The incredible growth I’ve seen in Chloe (and myself) through this journey
• Why I created Broke Horse Moms

Links & Resources:

✉️ Join our virtual barn family (weekly newsletter): https://brokehorsemoms.kit.com/56f40ee3d1

📸 Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokehorsemoms/

Check out what else is going on: www.brokehorsemoms.com

Broke Horse Moms is the podcast for every horse-show-tired, muck-boot-wearing mama raising a kid in the equestrian world.

Hosted by Angie Trueblood, proud horse mom and member of the “I-thought-this-was-just-a-phase” club, we share the real talk, laughs, and lessons that help moms navigate barn life, horse shows, and big equestrian dreams, without losing our minds (or all our money).

From learning the lingo to surviving your first show season or even what comes next for your teen rider, we’ve got you covered. Whether you’re brand new or barn-seasoned, this is your place to connect, learn, and laugh with moms who get it.

Subscribe now and join our virtual barn family at brokehorsemoms.com.