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In this episode of The Equestrian Adult Amateur, I sit down with Piper Klemm, the powerhouse behind *The Plaid Horse Magazine*, to dive deep into her journey through equestrian journalism and what continues to inspire her work in the horse world. Piper shares what it’s been like navigating the industry as a young woman, building credibility, and staying authentic in a space that’s often slow to change. She also opens up about being featured on our very own Docuseries *Inside the Ingate*—a vulnerable moment that brought both nerves and excitement.
Her hope? That by telling her story, she can inspire and educate others in the equestrian community. We’re also joined by Geoff, a respected hunter and equitation judge, who brings his insight into what really matters in the ring. From memorable rounds to major pet peeves (like riders sitting the trot on their entrance), Geoff offers a candid look behind the judge’s booth. Together, we discuss:
* The high cost of competing at elite shows like Devon—and why it’s time to debunk the “only billionaires can afford it” myth
* The mental game behind showing and how to balance your passion with real life * The pressures of horse life and what it means to have a life *outside* the barn
* The importance of building a career in all areas of the horse industry—from judging to teaching to course design
We wrapped the episode with a little hype for the upcoming *Inside the Ingate* live show, and a powerful reminder: our stories matter. Whether you're in the big leagues or riding in your own backyard, your journey is valid—and worth sharing.
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In this episode of The Equestrian Adult Amateur, I sit down with Piper Klemm, the powerhouse behind *The Plaid Horse Magazine*, to dive deep into her journey through equestrian journalism and what continues to inspire her work in the horse world. Piper shares what it’s been like navigating the industry as a young woman, building credibility, and staying authentic in a space that’s often slow to change. She also opens up about being featured on our very own Docuseries *Inside the Ingate*—a vulnerable moment that brought both nerves and excitement.
Her hope? That by telling her story, she can inspire and educate others in the equestrian community. We’re also joined by Geoff, a respected hunter and equitation judge, who brings his insight into what really matters in the ring. From memorable rounds to major pet peeves (like riders sitting the trot on their entrance), Geoff offers a candid look behind the judge’s booth. Together, we discuss:
* The high cost of competing at elite shows like Devon—and why it’s time to debunk the “only billionaires can afford it” myth
* The mental game behind showing and how to balance your passion with real life * The pressures of horse life and what it means to have a life *outside* the barn
* The importance of building a career in all areas of the horse industry—from judging to teaching to course design
We wrapped the episode with a little hype for the upcoming *Inside the Ingate* live show, and a powerful reminder: our stories matter. Whether you're in the big leagues or riding in your own backyard, your journey is valid—and worth sharing.
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