Equine'n'Wine

It’s that time of year when the veil between worlds is thin, and even the most sensible riders might start to wonder if there’s something to all those old horsey superstitions...

In this special Samhain edition of Equine’n’Wine, Emma-Jane and Lorna swap logic for a little magic — diving into the curious, funny, and downright spooky side of equestrian life. From lucky socks and horseshoes above stable doors to ancient Irish folklore and the fearsome Púca, the mischievous shapeshifting horse spirit of legend, it’s an episode full of superstition, storytelling, and a splash (or two) of wine.

Expect laughs, old myths, listener confessions, and maybe even a few traditions you still secretly follow yourself. 🍀

✨ Highlights:

• Everyday horsey superstitions — silly or sacred?

• Samhain traditions and Celtic horse folklore

• The legend of the Púca horse

• Myth-busting: does belief create luck?

• Your funniest riding rituals and lucky charms

So pour a glass, light a candle, and join the sisters for a magical mix of history, humour, and horse talk — where the only thing scarier than a spooky stable is forgetting your lucky breeches. 🎃🍷🐴

💌 Share your own horsey superstitions at [email protected] for a chance to be featured in a future episode!

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This week, we’re handing the reins over to you — our brilliant listeners — for a special Q&A episode packed with real questions, honest answers, and a few laughs along the way.

From rebuilding confidence after a fall to knowing when it’s time to sell a horse that isn’t the right match, we’re diving into some of the most common (and most heartfelt) dilemmas riders face. Plus, Lorna answers a rare personal question from a long-time Daily Strides listener about the challenges she’s faced in her own riding journey — something she’s never shared on air before.

We also tackle big riding goals, regret buys, and the eternal question: do horse names really matter? (Spoiler: Count Snuffleupagus makes an appearance 🐴😂).

As always, we’d love to keep the conversation going! 💌 Email your stories, questions, or confessions to [email protected] — and you might just hear them on the next Q&A show.

So pour a glass, pull up a hay bale, and join us for another week of unfiltered, wine-fuelled horse talk.

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What’s in a name? Well… apparently everything when it comes to horses! From the elegant and meaningful to the utterly absurd, this week Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa uncork a bottle and dive headfirst into the wonderful (and sometimes ridiculous) world of horse names.

They’re sharing their favourites, the most dramatic show names they’ve ever heard, and the nicknames that make them laugh every time they shout them across a field. Plus, they debate whether renaming a horse is bad luck or a fresh start, play a hilarious round of “Real or Fake?” and confess the names they’re slightly embarrassed to admit they’ve used themselves.

And, of course, we want your input too! 💌
Send us your funniest, most creative, or most ridiculous horse names — or the story behind how your horse got theirs — to [email protected] for a chance to be featured in an upcoming episode.

So pour yourself a glass and join us for a light-hearted, giggle-filled chat that proves no matter how serious we are about horses, we can always have fun with what we call them.

Remember when your childhood riding goals were as wild as teaching your pony piaffe or jumping picnic tables? Somewhere along the way, those fearless dreams turned into adult overthinking and endless “what ifs.”

In this episode of Equine’n’Wine, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa uncork a bottle and dive into the funny, frustrating, and all-too-relatable world of riding goals. From perfectionism paralysis and fear of failure, to the partnership side of setting goals with your horse, they explore why adults find it harder to commit — and how we might steal back some of that childlike confidence.

You’ll also get slightly “tipsy” goal-setting advice you can try this week (reward = wine 🍷), plus the usual banter and honesty you’ve come to expect.

💌 Got a goal-related question, or a funny story about your own riding ambitions? Email us at [email protected] and we might feature it in a future episode!

So pour yourself a glass, set one brave little riding goal, and join us for Episode 10.

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Who really needs to be fitter — the rider or the horse? This week, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa pour a glass and tackle the age-old question of conditioning, balance, and stamina in the saddle.

From building topline and stamina in horses to core strength, flexibility, and endurance in riders, they explore how fitness impacts progress, performance, and partnership. Can one side carry the other — or do both need to sweat it out equally?

This week, Lorna takes the lead on the episode (with Emma-Jane battling through a bust eye!) and brings her instructor’s perspective to the discussion. Emma-Jane also shares her free 21-Day Yoga Rider Fitness Challenge on YouTube, designed to help riders build strength, posture, and confidence at home.

And of course, the Sister Showdown asks: if you had to choose, should the horse or the rider sweat more?

So grab a glass — and maybe a yoga mat — and join us for another round of horse talk, sister banter, and plenty of laughs.

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From the thrill of the search to the heartbreak of regret buys, buying a horse can be one of the most exciting — and most nerve-wracking — parts of equestrian life.

In this episode of Equine’n’Wine, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa uncork a bottle and share the highs, lows, and lessons learned from horse shopping. They’ll cover red flags in adverts, the emotional rollercoaster of falling in love too quickly, and the reality of what you actually get versus what you thought you were buying.

With personal stories, a few laughs, and plenty of honesty, they’ll explore the good decisions, the bad ones, and the downright regrettable moments we’ve all had (or narrowly avoided!). Plus, in this week’s Sister Showdown, the question is simple: If you had €10,000 tomorrow, what kind of horse would you buy — and why?

So pour yourself a glass and join us for a candid chat about the world of horse buying — because sometimes the best purchases aren’t the ones we planned.

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Polish up your saddles and dust off those full chaps — this week, we’re taking a trip down memory lane to the tack trends of the 90’s that are trotting back into fashion.

Join sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa as they chat about the gear that’s making a resurgence — from eggbutt snaffles to drop nosebands — all while cleaning their own tack live on the mic (so yes, you might hear the occasional squeak of leather polish!).

They’ll debate which old-school items deserve their comeback, which should stay firmly in the past, and share the nostalgia of horsey fashion that shaped their early riding days. Plus, this week’s Sister Showdown asks: trend or trash? You decide!

So grab a cloth, pour a glass, and join us for a tack talk full of giggles, memories, and maybe a few controversial opinions.

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Is progress made in the precision of the arena or the freedom of the open trail?

In this episode of the Equine’n’Wine Podcast, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa pour a glass and dive into the great debate: schooling vs hacking.

Lorna makes the case for structured arena work — the transitions, the discipline, the foundation every horse and rider need. Emma-Jane argues for the magic of hacking — building confidence, fitness, and joy outside the four walls of the school.

Along the way they share personal riding stories, training tips, and the pitfalls of doing too much of one or the other. Plus, this week’s Sister Showdown asks: If you could only do one forever, would you choose the arena or the trails?

So saddle up and pour yourself a glass as we explore where the real progress happens.

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Some horses stay with us forever — whether they were our first ponies, the quirky ones who tested our patience, or the legendary names that inspired the whole world.

In this episode of the Equine’n’Wine Podcast, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa pour a glass and share the horses who shaped their journeys — from childhood ponies to the unforgettable “heart horses.”

They also celebrate the famous horses who left their mark on history, like Milton, Desert Orchid, and even Black Beauty, reflecting on what made them so special. Along the way, expect sisterly banter, wine-fueled laughs, and a heartfelt reminder of why we fall in love with horses in the first place.

This week’s Sister Showdown: Would you rather ride the push button who makes you look good, or ride your crazy old pony and face public humiliation?

So saddle up, pour yourself a glass, and join us as we raise a toast to the horses — personal and legendary — who truly left their mark.

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Let’s be honest — horses don’t just eat hay, they eat money too!

In this episode of the Equine’n’Wine Podcast, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa pour a glass and break down the real costs of horse ownership. From livery fees, farrier bills, and endless tack shopping to those surprise vet call-outs that make your bank account whinny in pain — nothing is off limits.

They share funny stories of unexpected expenses, compare prices between Ireland and South Africa, and offer their own horsey money-saving hacks (from barefoot trimming to DIY yard jobs). Plus, this week’s Sister Showdown asks: what’s the biggest waste of money in the horse world — supplements, saddle pads, or overpriced show entries?

If you’ve ever wondered what it really costs to keep a horse, or just need reassurance you’re not alone in spending more on your horse’s physio than your own, this one’s for you.

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