Heels Down Happy Hour

Rehabbing a horse out with a long-term injury is crazy enough, but how do you stay sane during this laid up period? This week, we’re discussing what does "feel" actually mean, and is horse poop actually bad for the environment? Thanks for tuning in...

The barn is often where we meet our best friends. This week, we’ll discuss how to find your horse people, what it’s like to be selected for a team headed to the Pan American Games, and finally, somebody asked the horses how they feel about rein pressure.  Listen in...

Would you take an exotic vacation with strangers who also love horses? We’re talking to an influencer who founded a niche equestrian travel business. This week, we’ll talk about the ethical issues surrounding the new SafeSport texting guidelines and is it cruel to ride your horse in the heat?  Listen in...

How much therapy is too much? This week, we’re talking about the million and one ways you can pamper your equine athlete. We’ll break down what we’ve tried and what actually works. The USEF is taking a stand on cannabis in horses, and have you ever met a girl who can run... like a horse? Listen in...

Would you take a virtual riding lesson? We’re talking to a top dressage trainer who is expanding her training business, thanks to technology and the internet. This week, we’ll dissect the biggest WTF moment at the Kentucky Derby, give Piggy the praise she deserves, and do riders actually get to keep the prize money they win?

It’s the Best Weekend All Year! We’re coming to you live from the trade floor at the Kentucky Horse Park at the Land Rover Kentucky Three Day Event. We’ve got a great group of five-star riders on the show tonight: Hawley Bennett-Awad, Hannah Sue Burnett, Caroline Martin and Bec Braitling. Thanks for tuning in...

Are we beating up our horses? This week, we’re talking to the USEA’s president elect on why American eventing horses have such a short shelf life. Olympian Kyle Carter joins us, too, and has some tricks on what to look for when watching the pros whip around cross-country. And, did you know Jon Snow from Game Of Thrones can really ride? We didn’t either! Thanks for tuning in...

We’ve got a brand new guest for you to meet! This week, we’re discussing our favorite tricks and tips to be show-ready. We’ll discuss why we love Ice Horse boots for cold therapy, and is it bad if cats pee in your hay? Thanks for tuning in...

The struggle is real, apparently, for male riders looking for quality men’s riding clothes. This week, we brought in an expert to dissect the issue properly. Also, we’ll discuss why barn work doesn’t count as exercise, and why the heck everyone we know has a "side hustle." Thanks for tuning in...

Every equestrian has too much stuff. There’s no denying it. But what happens when it all sparks joy? We’ll discuss when is it time to purge and what you should keep. This week, we’ll get a update on all things Wellington, as the winter show season is in full swing, and we’ll talk about something kind of taboo: talking to your horse in the show ring. Thanks for tuning in...