Laura Collett – Dancing on Tables to Olympic Gold

Double Olympic gold medallist Laura Collett is in the house! ️

In this lively episode of the Shut Up and Ride Podcast, we sit down with the powerhouse that is Laura Collett — and it’s every bit as entertaining and inspiring as you’d hope.

From her early days dancing on tables to the moment she was told she was going to the Olympics, Laura shares the real, raw, and ridiculously funny stories behind her rise to the top of eventing.

We talk:
Party days and professional pivots
The journey to Olympic success
Her top Netflix recommendations (because even Olympians need a binge-watch)
And plenty of candid behind-the-scenes chat with Jenny and Simon

Whether you’re an eventing addict or just love a great story, this episode is pure gold.

Hit play — and get to know the real Laura Collett.

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