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In this essential episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson sits down with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world’s most influential voices on autism, sensory processing, and practical approaches to learning and healing. Together, they explore how therapeutic riding centers can do more than just offer horse time—they can create whole environments of sensory safety, meaningful skill-building, and community resilience.
Dr. Grandin shares her personal experiences growing up autistic, her early fears and breakthroughs, and the real-life tools that helped her thrive—tools that every equine program can apply. From using turn-taking games to stimulate speech to setting up repair shops and greeter stations to build confidence and career readiness, this episode is a blueprint for any equine-assisted center aiming to have deeper impact.
If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome
✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The Power of Observation & Following the Child (Starts at 01:00)
Equine Interaction & Sensory Patterns (Starts at 04:00)
Early Intervention with Church Play & Library Play (Starts at 07:00)
Theory of Mind & Naturalistic Learning (Starts at 08:30)
High Expectations with Support (Starts at 14:00)
Practical Skills, Tools & Trades (Starts at 20:00)
Rebuilding the Workshop Culture (Starts at 28:00)
Structured Responsibility Around the Barn (Starts at 34:00)
Social Skills Training through Greeting & Selling (Starts at 43:00)
Job Skills, Routine & Community Integration (Starts at 51:00)
The Cost of Screen Time & the Value of Movement (Starts at 54:00)
Cognitive, Motor & Emotional Growth Through Challenge (Starts at 59:00)
Medication, Anxiety & Exercise (Starts at 67:00)
🌟 Memorable Moments from the Episode:
🤝 Connect with Dr. Temple Grandin: Website: https://www.templegrandin.com Books: Thinking in Pictures, Visual Thinking, The Autistic Brain, and more
🌐 See All of Rupert’s Programs and Shows:
Rupert Isaacson: https://rupertisaacson.com
Equine-Assisted Programs: https://newtrailslearning.com
📲 Follow Us: Long Ride Home
Facebook: https://facebook.com/longridehome.lrh
Instagram: https://instagram.com/longridehome_lrh
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@longridehome
New Trails Learning Systems
Website: https://ntls.co
Facebook: https://facebook.com/horseboyworld
Instagram: https://instagram.com/horseboyworld
YouTube: https://youtube.com/newtrailslearningsystems
🧺 Affiliate Disclosure: Some links may be affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show!
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In this essential episode of Equine Assisted World, Rupert Isaacson sits down with Dr. Temple Grandin, one of the world’s most influential voices on autism, sensory processing, and practical approaches to learning and healing. Together, they explore how therapeutic riding centers can do more than just offer horse time—they can create whole environments of sensory safety, meaningful skill-building, and community resilience.
Dr. Grandin shares her personal experiences growing up autistic, her early fears and breakthroughs, and the real-life tools that helped her thrive—tools that every equine program can apply. From using turn-taking games to stimulate speech to setting up repair shops and greeter stations to build confidence and career readiness, this episode is a blueprint for any equine-assisted center aiming to have deeper impact.
If you want to support the show, you can do so at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/LongRideHome
✨ What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
The Power of Observation & Following the Child (Starts at 01:00)
Equine Interaction & Sensory Patterns (Starts at 04:00)
Early Intervention with Church Play & Library Play (Starts at 07:00)
Theory of Mind & Naturalistic Learning (Starts at 08:30)
High Expectations with Support (Starts at 14:00)
Practical Skills, Tools & Trades (Starts at 20:00)
Rebuilding the Workshop Culture (Starts at 28:00)
Structured Responsibility Around the Barn (Starts at 34:00)
Social Skills Training through Greeting & Selling (Starts at 43:00)
Job Skills, Routine & Community Integration (Starts at 51:00)
The Cost of Screen Time & the Value of Movement (Starts at 54:00)
Cognitive, Motor & Emotional Growth Through Challenge (Starts at 59:00)
Medication, Anxiety & Exercise (Starts at 67:00)
🌟 Memorable Moments from the Episode:
🤝 Connect with Dr. Temple Grandin: Website: https://www.templegrandin.com Books: Thinking in Pictures, Visual Thinking, The Autistic Brain, and more
🌐 See All of Rupert’s Programs and Shows:
Rupert Isaacson: https://rupertisaacson.com
Equine-Assisted Programs: https://newtrailslearning.com
📲 Follow Us: Long Ride Home
Facebook: https://facebook.com/longridehome.lrh
Instagram: https://instagram.com/longridehome_lrh
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@longridehome
New Trails Learning Systems
Website: https://ntls.co
Facebook: https://facebook.com/horseboyworld
Instagram: https://instagram.com/horseboyworld
YouTube: https://youtube.com/newtrailslearningsystems
🧺 Affiliate Disclosure: Some links may be affiliate links. If you purchase through them, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you. Thank you for supporting the show!
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