In this episode we cover:

• The story of finding Contact in Europe and trusting a friend and broker to help bring him into Laura’s life
• What the partnership was supposed to look like and how injuries slowly rewrote that plan.
• The subtle and not-so-subtle signs Contact gave me that he was ready for a different life.
• Finding the perfect spot for Contact to retire in Las Vegas.  

Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.     

In this episode we cover:

• Having friends ask to ride your horse and the moment someone says “they’re a great rider” without context.
• The quiet tests you use to figure out if someone actually knows what they’re doing before they get on
• The biggest equestrian controversies of 2025, from hair testing and training misconduct to helmet debates and EHV-1

Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.   

In this episode we cover:

• Our idea to launch a dedicated show jumping channel on an audio platform-think curated music, live show commentary, and inspiring rider interviews
• The real highs and lows of leasing a horse
• Laura’s looming decision on what to do when Mozie’s lease is up in February.

Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.   

In this episode we cover:

• Thanksgiving recap, including Molly cooking for 40+ people and Laura getting to ride Julia’s horse, Andi.
• An update on Andi’s health and recovery after cellulitis.
• Laura’s first horse show with her new barn and new trainer.
• The warm-up exercise that totally changed Laura’s ride in the ring.
• A peek inside the VIP tent at Santa Anita Park.
• The latest on the EHV-1 virus circulating in the horse community and how Las Vegas is preparing ahead of NFR.

Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.     

In this episode we cover:

• Laura’s fresh start with her new trainer and what those months really look and feel like.
• How to build trust, communication, and respect from day one and why the trainer/rider relationship is everything.
• New training exercises Laura is doing with Mozie (and how they’re already shifting her ride).
• Molly + Julia’s positive dynamic with their trainer Judy.
• Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:

• The Italian origin story of For Horses and how Giovanna and Andrea fused fashion design with textile innovation.
• Anita Sguigna’s role as U.S. Sales and Marketing Manager 
• Inside the brand and how FH selects riders, retailers, and collaborators.
• A look into FH’s design process, rider feedback, and what’s trending in equestrian fashion right now.
• What’s next for For Horses and where riders can find the brand.

Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:

• Molly’s husband, Ryan, was in a car accident-what happened?! 
• Why Irish Olympian Darragh Kenny has been suspended and what it means for his career.
• A look at the FEI and World Anti-Doping prohibited list-including some surprising banned substances.

Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:

• The horse show prep/training prior to Laura heads to Splitrock in Nov. at San Anita Park.
• The S Bend exercise and landing your leads.
• Airvests-are they still popular?  

In this episode we cover:

• Our latest pop culture obsessions including Task and a wild new book.
• Why Laura had to quit a book club.
• What happened to Julia’s horse Andi right before the show.
• How to spot the signs of cellulitis and what the treatment looks like.

Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible. 

In this episode we cover:

• Should other people be in the ring during your lesson-helpful or distraction.
• Inside look at the Gerry Mullins (International Olympic, World and European Champ) canter pole system at Sagebrush Farms.
• Breaking down what rideability really means and how to develop it.
• Laura’s new trainer, Mickie Sage, joins the Sagebrush team as Head Trainer-and she’s an Eagles fan too.

Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.