Heels Down Happy Hour

Have you ever wanted to leave your adult life behind and go play ponies in Ocala for the winter? We talked to one rider who has made a professional career out of it. This week, we’re gearing up for WEG in Italy and discussing the importance of staying hydrated.  Thanks for tuning in.  Guests and Links Episode 101: Host: Justine Griffin, Award-Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe:  Link:  Link:  Link: ​​ Guest: Brooke Massie  Guest: Ariel Grald Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: ,  , and  and listeners like you!

100 episodes, a million laughs, too many drinks. Celebrate five-plus years of Heels Down Happy Hour this week. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 100: Link to Sound File for Sight Impaired: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: ​​ Guest: Alex Welles Guest: Sally Spickard Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: ,  , and  and listeners like you!

Is it HOT out there or is it just us? Summer riding ain’t for the weak! On this episode, we’ll share our favorite tips to stay cool in the tack and we’re talking to an animal communicator on how communicate better with our horses. Thanks for tuning in... Guests and Links Episode 99: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe:  Link:  Link:  Link:  Link:  Guest: Charlotte Chanler, Professional Animal Communicator and Medium Guest: Keller Reinert,  Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: ,   and listeners like you!

We’re talking to not one, but three authors this week about their published works. One is Doug Payne, who also happens to be your 2022 Kentucky Three-Day Event National Champion. This week, we’re sipping on Dirty Shirleys and spilling about our favorite books. Thanks for tuning in... Guests and Links Episode 98: Link to Sound File for Sight Impaired: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Guest: Anna Pesta, Nutritionist Guest: Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , and listeners like you!

It’s almost time for the Best Weekend All Year - the Kentucky Three-Day Event! We’re gearing up for the big show with not one, but two competitors this week. And also: margs. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 97: Link to Sound File for Sight Impaired: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Guest: Kyle Carter Guest: Will Coleman Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , and listeners like you!

Horses know when we’re wrong and judge us silently. Imagine that. This week, we’re talking to a legendary dressage pro about his remarkable journey in the sport and getting the low-down on all the wild things that have happened recently, from the EHV outbreak in California to the emotional finish at the Grand Prix of Eventing at Bruce’s Field. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 96: Link to Sound File for Sight Impaired: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Guest: Robert Dover Guest: Doug Payne Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , and listeners like you!

Arena footing has come a long way in recent years. There are so many options out there. We break it down with an expert this week. We’ll also get an educational 101 on when to use Shoe traction. Thanks for tuning in.  Guests and Links Episode 95: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe:  Link:   Link:  Link:  Guest: Elizabeth Ballard, Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: ,   and listeners like you!

Ellie’s been dying to talk about horse vacuums, so here we are. She’ll answer all your questions. This week, we’re talking to a guest who is taking an unconventional route in dressage and we address some training woes in jumping. Guests and Links Episode 94: Link to Sound File for Sight Impaired: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Guest: Maddie Houser of Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , ,  and listeners like you!

Guys, we’ve almost made it. 2021 is nearly over and we’re hopeful 2022 is gonna be the best one yet. This week we’re celebrating the holidays with some happy hour fans and of course, there’s always time to talk about gastric ulcers. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 93: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Guest: Guest: Amanda Summer Moore Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , , , and listeners like you!

How much do you really know about the supply chain issues affecting businesses, including those in the horse industry? We break it down with the owners of two of our favorite equestrian brands. Jess’s old college roommate joins us for some laughs and we find a way to squeeze horse poop into the conversation, too. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 92: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Photo Credit: Cindy Lawler Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Guest: Patricia Da Silva and Katelyn Woodburn Guest: Jimmie Schramm Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , , and listeners like you!