Heels Down Happy Hour

From the endurance fiasco to heart-bursting wins in dressage (not to mention a looming hurricane), the 2018 FEI World Equestrian Games has been an emotional roller coaster. This week, we’re discussing all things WEG with a special guest and offering our tips on how to re-train OTTBs. Listen in...

If you had two minutes to explain horse sports to a stranger, would you use cartoons? The FEI did. This eventer got a well-deserved shout out from the actor, Chris Pratt, and we can’t believe it! Also WEG is almost here, so this week we’re getting pumped up for all the things Tryon, N.C. Listen in...

If you’re a woman, then you’ve likely had to tackle tight white breeches & a tampon at the same time. We feel you, girl. This week, we have a special guest who is using dressage techniques to better her show jumping. And breaking news: We’ve got merch! Listen in...

Breyers are the horse gateway drug, am I right? This week, we’re talking about how the barn brings us all together, no matter our age. Also why figure 8 bridles are cool and our favorite tricks for confirmationally-challenged horses. Listen in...

Clydesdales can event? You betta believe it! This week, we’re talking about our favorite riding clothes that actually fit like they’re supposed to, that time Jess broke her collarbone nine weeks before Rolex and why is it so frickin’ hard to livestream events? Thanks for tuning in...

We’re in awe over our special guest this week, who has overcome some exceptional challenges. This week, we’re discussing the most fabulous horsey wedding ever, our favorite summer barn hacks and celebrating a very special anniversary. Thanks for tuning in...

This week on Heels Down Happy Hour, we’re talking to an equestrian internet celebrity that could very well be the next “Hot Horseman” of the year. Some riders are using resistance bands while in the saddle for training. And we’ll discuss when you see someone doing something sketchy, at what point is it appropriate to say something about it? Thanks for tuning in...

The #MeToo movement has officially hit the horse world, but what does it mean for the sport and our young athletes? This week, we discuss our favorite products to beat the heat in summer. We’ll share memories of our favorite mentors over the years, and discuss why building each other up is important. Listen in...

This week, we’re excited to welcome British equestrian journalist, Victoria Goff, as a special guest. We’ll chat about all things horses in the UK (hint: it rains, A LOT), and we dish on one of our favorite new books. Listen in...

We talk a lot about the physical strength of riders when it comes to “making it” in horse sports. But what about mental strength? We discuss how to handle “all the things”, from the desire to win & compete, to the pressures of social media.  Jess shares her journey of going from a junior to riding in college to turning pro and we tried out a new skin care line just for equestrians. Listen in...