What happens when you don’t grow up obsessed with riding… but still become one of the most respected horsemen in the game?

In this heartfelt and honest episode, Michael Lyons opens up about how his journey didn’t start with childhood competitions—but with a deep passion for understanding the horse, and the human behind the reins.

We cover:

• Why some riders never get the “weee!” phase—and why that’s okay

• How Michael and his wife Julia navigated fear and rebuilt trust

• The quiet wisdom behind training horses for people, not just performance

• What Michael looks for when breeding a truly versatile, solid-minded horse

• The one thing the horse world needs more of today

Whether you’re a beginner, a pro, or somewhere in between—this episode will give you new language for the journey, and remind you that your timing isn’t too late.

Available on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts: greatesthorseman.com

🎥 You can also watch it here: steadyhorse.com/youtube