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- S2 Trailer - Bloopers, Fun and things to come 😉
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Join us as we return for an exciting season two of our podcast of Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle!
We've been hard at work to bring you informative and entertaining episodes, along with new bite-sized bonus content focused on learning theory and horse training.
Enjoy these snippets from upcoming episodes, fun bloopers, and a sneak peek at what’s to come. Tune in for insightful discussions on horses, science, and even some air fryer recipes. #AirFrier
Your support means everything to us. Get ready for more shenanigans and learning—season two is almost here!Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
11 min - Exposing Equine Abuse - RTÉ Investigates Making a Killing
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In this urgent and eye-opening episode, Barbara and Jen dive into the recent revelations from the RTE documentary "Horses Making a Killing." We discuss the illegal practices and fraudulent activities uncovered within the equine industry, including falsified documents, unsafe transport conditions, and inhumane treatment at slaughterhouses.
Join us as we break down the key points from the documentary, provide historical context, and highlight the broader implications for horse owners in the UK, Ireland, and Europe. We also include powerful interviews from a recent protest outside Shannonside Foods (15th June 2024) with Maddie and Kelly from My Lovely Horse Rescue, offering their insights.
Listener discretion is advised due to the distressing nature of the content discussed in this episode. For those who find the topic too challenging, we offer alternative ways to engage with the material through a written summary and updates available on our Facebook and blog.
Show Notes:
- Petition
- Facebook Summary Article
- Full RTE Documentary
- RTE - Shannonside Foods
- RTE - Significant Horse Abuse Exposed at keysite by secret RTE filming
- RTE - Data probe reveals thousands of irish horses missing each year
- RTE - Horses Expose Triggers Europe Wide Food Safety Investigations
Tune in for an important conversation that sheds light on the systemic issues within the equine industry and calls for urgent reforms to protect our horses.
If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out to Barbara and Jen at the links below. We'd love to hear from you!Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
1 hr 7 min - “Behind the Slaughterhouse Gates: Irish Horse Industry Exposé”
Welcome to a powerful and timely special episode of our podcast. In this edition, we tackle the investigation by RTÉ that uncovered shocking systems of animal-welfare abuse and food-safety failures in the horse-slaughter industry.
We’ll unpack:
- How hundreds of horses declared unfit for human consumption ended up in slaughterhouses.
- The Abuse that took place in the slaughter house, uncovered by RTÉ documentary.
- The mechanics of identity fraud and traceability failures in the equine food chain.
- First-hand interviews from protesters outside the slaughterhouse site and what it means for horse care, regulation, and public trust.
For the first time on our show, we dive deep into the uncomfortable side of the industry, exploring why these failures matter for us as equine professionals, and how we as behaviourists and caretakers can respond.
Join us as we listen, learn, challenge, and think about what real welfare, transparency and ethical oversight should look like in horse care.
Voice note your questions on WhatsApp to +353 85 143 8688 to have your questions answered on the Podcast.
Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
1 hr 9 min - "What’s the Difference Between Desensitisation and Systematic Desensitisation?"
In this episode, we chat all about desensitisation and more importantly, how it differs from systematic desensitisation. These terms often get used interchangeably, but they’re not the same!
We break it down in a practical and horse-friendly way:
- What each method actually involves
- How they’re used in behaviour modification
- When things can go well… and when they can go wrong
- Why careful planning and ethical considerations are key
Join us as we explore how to build confidence and reduce fear in horses using evidence-based approaches, with a dash of humour, honesty and real-life case examples.
Voice note your questions on WhatsApp to +353 85 143 8688 to have your questions answered on the Podcast.
Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
1 hr 34 min - Bonus Episode 6: Extinction in Behavioural Modification
Here we talk about Extinction, when a behaviour reduces because it no longer “works” for the horse. We look at what extinction bursts are, what emotional responses can show up, and when extinction may or may not be an ethical or effective choice. Clear, considerate, and welfare-focused.
Voice note your questions on WhatsApp to +353 85 143 8688 to have your questions answered on the Podcast.
Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
34 min - Bonus Episode 5: Shaping Behaviours
This short episode dives into Shaping, reinforcing small steps toward a bigger behaviour. We explore how to break behaviours down, how to celebrate progress, and how shaping creates confidence and curiosity in learning. Ideal for anyone wanting more softness, clarity, and joy in their training.
Voice note your questions on WhatsApp to +353 85 143 8688 to have your questions answered on the Podcast.
Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
38 min - Bonus Episode 4: Positive Punishment
In this episode, we take a calm and honest look at Positive Punishment, adding something aversive to reduce behaviour. We discuss why it’s widely used, why it can create fallout, and how it affects emotional state and trust. No judgement, just clear, science-based exploration to help listeners understand the implications.
Voice note your questions on WhatsApp to +353 85 143 8688 to have your questions answered on the Podcast.
Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
25 min - Bonus Episode 3: Negative Punishment
Here we explain Negative Punishment, removing something the horse wants to decrease a behaviour. We talk about time-outs, the role of clarity, and how to avoid frustration or confusion. A gentle, practical overview of a concept often misunderstood in training discussions.
Voice note your questions on WhatsApp to +353 85 143 8688 to have your questions answered on the Podcast.
Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
20 min - Bonus Episode 2: Positive Reinforcement
This bite-sized episode focuses on Positive Reinforcement: adding something the horse values to encourage behaviour. We chat about food rewards, scratches, marker signals, and what makes reinforcement actually reinforcing. Perfect for anyone curious about introducing R+ into training routines.
Voice note your questions on WhatsApp to +353 85 143 8688 to have your questions answered on the Podcast.
Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
25 min - Bitless Vs Bitted
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In this week’s podcast on "Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle," we're bridging the gap between tradition and innovation in the equestrian world. Ever caught yourself wondering about the pros and cons of bitted versus bitless bridles? Well, you're not alone, and we're here to delve into this hot topic.
We'll start by exploring the basics - what does going bitless or sticking with a bitted bridle mean for you and your horse? It's not just about comfort; it's a whole philosophy on how we communicate and connect with these animals.
Then, we're getting into the nitty-gritty. Why do some riders swear by bitless, and others wouldn't dream of ditching the bit? We'll share stories from both sides of the fence, highlighting how this choice can affect everything from training to hacking.
So, saddle up for an episode that promises to be as engaging as it is informative. Whether you're a seasoned rider or just horse-curious, join us for a conversation that's bound to stir the pot.
If you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out to Barbara and Jen at the links below. We'd love to hear from you!Meet Your Hosts
Barbara Hardman (Bright Horse Equiation)
www.brighthorse.ie📧[email protected] ☎️+353 85 143 8688
Jen Nash (The Equine Method)
www.theequinemethod.co.uk📧 [email protected] ☎️+44 7902920923
1 hr 31 min
About Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle
From the publisher's feed
Welcome to Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle an equine behaviour and training podcast with Jen Nash and Barbara Hardman.
There’s a lot of information out there…
about horses.
Some of it is brilliant. Some of it is outdated. Some of it has been repeated so many times we’ve stopped asking whether it was ever true in the first place.
So… we ask why.
We talk about equine behaviour, training, welfare, learning, veterinary medicine and the science behind the things we do with horses. We pull apart research, question long-held beliefs, tackle the things doing the rounds on social media and, increasingly, answer the questions you send in to us.
And we don't always agree. Sometimes there isn't a neat answer. Because behaviour is complicated. Horses are complicated. Humans are definitely complicated.
We’ve talked about everything from reinforcement, enrichment and emotional regulation to gastric ulcers, calming supplements, thermoregulation, travelling horses, cribbing collars and whether you should scrape the water off a hot horse.
And somehow we’ve also covered Beyoncé, jellyfish that don't sneeze and Barbara accidentally killing a rabbit while playing golf. Basically, things go off track. A lot.
But underneath the madness, we want to do one thing: help people think.
Not tell you what to think.
Ask better questions. Look at the whole horse. Be curious about the evidence. And maybe get a little more comfortable saying, “Hang on… why do we do it that way?”
Got something you want us to talk about? Send us your questions, dilemmas, unpopular opinions and things you've always wondered but perhaps been too afraid to ask. Nothing is off limits.
Welcome to Dangerous at Both Ends, Tricky in the Middle.
Real questions. Real conversations. Science, behaviour… and a reasonable amount of madness. 🐴🎙️