In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by international event riders Arthur and Logan Duffort. Arthur and Logan Duffort are international event riders and trainers who run their business, Otis Eventing, from a farm in the Loire Valley, France. They began managing a yard together in 2012, shortly after getting married. Between them, they boast an impressive list of accomplishments. Arthur spent four years riding for Andrew Nicholson and has competed up to the 5* level, earning placings at Burghley and completing both Badminton and Pau. He was selected to represent France in the 7-year-old World Championships and has secured multiple wins and placings at national events, ranging from pre-novice to advanced levels. Logan spent two years riding for William Fox-Pitt, one year with Laura Collett, and also rode part-time for Mark Todd. She was selected to represent the USA in the 7-year-old World Championships and at the London Olympic Test Event. In this episode, Arthur and Logan discuss topics related to training and working as a team, including: • Their backgrounds in horses and the story of how they met. • Developing a training system that blends and enhances their individual styles. • Establishing a camp designed to teach young riders how to build a professional career in the industry. • Exploring the cultural differences between France and the US when it comes to horse training and sales. Join Arthur, Logan, and Sinead in this exciting conversation about bridging their backgrounds and creating a successful business.

In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by international 5* event rider Daniela Moguel. Daniela Moguel is a renowned rider, trainer, and coach, and the first to represent Mexico at the 5* level. Early in her career she rode at El Mirador in Mexico City under former eventer Aurelio Quinzaños and FEI dressage judge Maribel Quinzaños. From 2010 to 2011, she trained regularly with Brian Sabo, Mexico's coach for the 2010 Central American Games. Daniela then worked with Pan American silver medalist show jumper Luis Ximenes Fyve from 2012 to 2014. She also spent years training with Karen and David O’Connor, who helped her prepare for the Pan American Games, Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, Land Rover Kentucky Three-Day Event, and the World Equestrian Games. Daniela is now embarking on a new chapter, moving to Cambodia to coach the national team and compete globally. In this episode, Daniela discusses topics related to her journey as a Latin American rider who has risen to the top of the sport, including: • The importance of self-belief and surrounding yourself with people who recognize your potential. • Seizing the opportunity to move to America, train with top professionals, and prove she can compete at the highest level. • The cultural contrasts between America and Mexico. • Her upcoming move to Cambodia to coach the national team. Join Daniela and Sinead in this exciting conversation about self-confidence and creating opportunities.

In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by equestrian journalist Sally Spickard. Sally Spickard is the Managing Editor at Eventing Nation and has contributed to several renowned publications within and beyond the equestrian world. Since joining the Eventing Nation team in 2013, Sally has built an extensive network in the industry. Her career has taken her to the Tokyo and Paris Olympics, and she has also served as the Press Officer for multiple FEI events in the United States. A Korean adoptee, Sally currently resides in San Diego, California. In this episode, Sally discusses topics related to the job of journalist in the equestrian community, including: • The importance of presenting both sides of a story and gathering information from multiple sources. • How she built a successful career combining her love for horses and journalism. • Exploring strategies to invite and engage a broader audience. • Managing the challenges of being both a reporter and an active member of the equestrian community. Join Sally and Sinead in this exciting conversation that offers a behind-the-scenes look at the life of an equestrian journalist.

In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by Olympic event rider Mike Winter. Mike Winter is a Canadian event rider who has represented his country in numerous international competitions, including the Olympic Games, Pan American Championships, and FEI World Championships. He competed in the 2004 and 2008 Olympics and most recently in the 2024 Paris Olympics with his horse, El Mundo. In 2023, Mike and El Mundo were part of the gold medal-winning Canadian team at the Santiago Pan American Games. Based in the heart of the Cotswolds, Mike runs Wayfarer Eventing alongside his wife and daughter, Emma and Amelia Winter. Together, they source, produce, and compete horses at the prestigious 5* level of eventing. In this episode, Mike discusses topics related to social licensing and horse welfare, including: • The responsibility of riders and trainers to advocate for ethical training methods. • Creating a sustainable sport by improving retirement processes and ensuring accountability in post-career management. • Comparing UK vs. US training cultures and how they approach balancing athleticism with trainability. • Restructuring Canada’s high-performance program to help ensure the sport evolves in the best interest of the horse. Join Mike and Sinead in this exciting conversation about the most pressing topics shaping the world of eventing.

In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by international 5* event rider Jesse Campbell. Jesse Campbell is a highly accomplished international 5-star event rider. Born and raised in New Zealand, he moved to England to train under renowned eventer Andrew Nicholson. At just 21, he was selected for the New Zealand Eventing High Performance Squad, based in the UK. That same year, he secured his first European CCI 3-star championship title. At 22, Jesse established his own competition yard in the Downs of Marlborough. In 2013, he represented New Zealand at the Eventing Nations Cup Championship, achieving a top-ten result—one of the highest scores for the New Zealand team. Over the course of his career, he has claimed 21 major national and international eventing titles and sports awards. Jesse was married to fellow event rider Georgie Strang, who tragically passed away in 2024 following a riding accident. In this episode, Jesse discusses topics related to his career and life experiences, including: • How he handled losing his wife, Georgie Strand, and what helped him get through it. • The differences in horse training and management in New Zealand and the UK. • How sports psychology has helped him in his high-performance career. • Starting a foundation for his late wife that focuses on young rider grants and cross-country safety. Join Jesse and Sinead in this exciting conversation about finding strength in the horses.

On today's episode of "In Stride," Sinead talks to Boyd Martin about how he has setup his life to help fuel his competitive success.Boyd and Sinead discuss what it's like for Boyd to be named to another championship team for the World Eventing Championships in 2022. Boyd talks about growing up in New Zealand with two Olympic athletes as parents. His mom was a speed skater, and his father was a cross-country ski racer. Boyd had an untraditional upbringing in the sense that sports were a central part of his life. Boyd's parents were super supportive of him moving to America to pursue his riding career. He talks about the culture shock he experienced when he first came to America and having to adjust to the different way the eventing community operates. Boyd talks about the operation and barn culture he has created to support the best competitive success possible.

On today's episode of "In Stride," Sinead talks to David O'Connor about horsemanship in competition.David is one of the most accomplished event riders in history. David: • Represented the US at two Olympic Games, winning a team silver in 1996 and an individual gold and team bronze in 2000• Won individual silver and team gold at the 1999 Pan Am games• Won team gold at the 2002 World Equestrian Games• Was President of United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) from 2004-2012• Inducted to the United States Eventing Association (USEA) Hall of Fame in 2009; two of his horses are also in the hall of fame

On today's episode of "In Stride," Sinead talks to Lucinda Green about the fundamental partnership based on trust riders must have with their horses. Lucinda left school at 15-years-old to attend an untraditional “look and learn” school where she was taught about a range of topics including world religion, politics, and the history of art. Lucinda’s mom was involved in fox hunting and her father played international polo. Lucinda and Sinead talk about how the equestrian profession has changed over the decades and importance of horsemanship in being a successful competitor. Lucinda talks about the uniqueness of each rider and each horse and how she always prioritized mutual trust with her horses. Lucinda is a passionate advocate of challenging cross-country courses as a way of being true to the sport of eventing and she discusses how the sport has evolved over time and the risks that come with that type of evolution. Lucinda tells stories from her first-time winning Badminton at 19 years old to her long, successful career after that.

Host Sinead Halpin Maynard interviews her husband Tik Maynard in this inaugural episode of In Stride. Sinead and Tik talk about the love languages of our horses and what motivates them to be our partners.

Tik is a sought-after natural horsemanship and eventing trainer. Tik:

• Is an "A" pony club graduate

• Was inducted to the Canadian Pony Club Hall of Fame

• Represented Canada in modern pentathalon in the 2007 Pan Am Games

• Has worked with many of the greats in equestrian sports including Ingrid Klimke, the O Connors, Anne Kursinski, and Ian Miller

• Is very interested in the relationship between horse and rider, how horses think/feel/play, and what motivates them

In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by 4* event rider Gabby Dickerson.

Gabby grew up in the Outer Banks of North Carolina, where she developed a passion for horses at an early age. By 12, she was a working student for Olympian Kim Severson, sparking her love for eventing. After high school, she gained international experience in Europe, working with esteemed riders Nicola Wilson, Ingrid Klimke, and Dirk Schrade. Upon returning to the U.S., Gabby founded Gabby Dickerson Eventing in Charlottesville, VA, where she has trained and competed horses to the 4* level. Her achievements include receiving the prestigious Wilton Fair Grant, enabling further training and competition in Europe.

In this episode, Gabby discusses topics related to her career and learning opportunities, including:

• Her experience working for Kim Severson at a young age.

• How the training mentality is different in Europe vs. the United States.

• Being successful by finding the places that offer opportunity.

• Working for top riders in Europe and what she was able to learn from each of them.

• How she started her business in the United States after returning from Europe.

Join Gabby and Sinead in this exciting conversation about the importance of chasing opportunities.