Julie and Megan step into the transformative world of equine-assisted learning. In this episode, we delve into what equine-assisted learning is all about, and how it can profoundly impact personal growth and development. Join us as we uncover the unique bond between humans and horses and discover the incredible benefits this innovative approach offers for mental health, emotional well-being, and personal empowerment. We will hear from experts from Strides to Success and Katie the Coach about how they use horses to inspire new thoughts, overcome hardships, and build teams. 

Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or new to the world of horses, this episode will open your eyes to the power of equine-assisted learning and inspire you to explore this life-changing practice further. 

We learn some highlights from the 2023 AHC Equine Economic Impact Survey during the Legislative Update, including quite a few that’ll surprise you!

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3379 - Show Notes & Links:

• Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Megan Arszman (Marketing & Communications) of the American Horse Council
• Sponsored by: Merck Animal Health and Equine Discounts  
• Guests: Debbie Anderson and Dr. Blair McKissock from Strides to Success and Katie Navarra Bradley from Katie the Coach 
• PATH International 
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Happy New Year from all of us at Horse Radio Network!

To ring in the new year Glenn, wanted to highlight some of his favorite Jamie's stories from 2023. Enjoy!

REVISIT: Glenn's Favorite Jamie Stories for Monday, January 1st, 2024 by WERM Flooring Episode 3333 - Show Notes & Links:

• Link for sight impaired – Click Here
• The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek: co-host, executive in charge of comic relief, Jamie Jennings: co-host, director of wacky equestrian adventures, Coach Jenn: producer, Chaos Control Officer.
• Title Sponsor: WERM Flooring
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• Additional support for this podcast provided by CosequineⓇ, Purina, and Listeners Like You!

Time Stamps:

02:40 - Tornadoes

26:44 - Italy

39:08 - Visiting Zeus

47:17 - Hail

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It's the gift that keeps giving, to ring in Christmas we wanted to re-share all of the incredible voicemails we received for this year's Radiothon -- Happy Holidays from HRN and WERM Flooring!

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3329 – Show Notes and Links:

• The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek, Jamie Jennings, produced by Ashley Winch
• Title Sponsor: WERM Flooring
• Follow Horse Radio Network on Twitter
• Additional support for this podcast is provided by Purina, and Listeners Like You!

Our Full Rein Sweepstakes winner Elizabeth Kopras shares her passion recreating Medieval European culture and the role her horses play in the performances. As a member of the Society of Creative Anachronism, Elizabeth teaches her horses, including her rescue horse Magic, everything from jousting and armored combat to medieval equestrian games. This episode highlights all the training and the nutrition it takes for Magic and all her other horses to be successful.

• Link to Sound File for Sight Impaired:  Click Here
• Host:  Lisa Wysocky, Author and Clinician
• Guest: Elizabeth Kopras
• Guest:  Dr. Anna Pesta, Nutritionist, Equine Technical Solutions
• Visit: You can take part in a feed trial, to learn more about that, just go to Purina.

Vaulting is one of the oldest and most beautiful equestrian sports, requiring an extreme amount of athleticism from both humans and horses. This episode explores the world of this unique sport and what it takes to compete among the world’s elite vaulting horses, including the nutrition needed for long-burning energy and muscle recovery that the sport demands.

This a part of Purina’s Full Rein series. To hear more about vaulting horses and other extraordinary equines in action, visit www.purinamills.com/full-rein for films, interviews and podcasts.

• Host:  Lisa Wysocky, Author and Clinician
• Guest: Olivia Griswold of Garrod Farms
• Guest:  Dr. Anna Pesta, Nutritionist, Equine Technical Solutions
• Visit: You can take part in a feed trial, to learn more about that, just go to Purina.

Ever wonder who supplies and trains the horses you see in the movies? Get behind-the-screen insights about the life of a movie wrangler and what it takes to prepare and nourish horses for long days on Hollywood sets.

This is part of Purina’s Full Rein series. To hear about some of these veteran therapy horses and other extraordinary equines in action, visit www.PurinaMills.com/fullrein for documentary films, interviews and podcasts.

• Host:  Lisa Wysocky, Author and Clinician
• Guest: Clay Lilley from Movin On Livestock NM
• Guest:  Dr. Anna Pesta, Nutritionist, Equine Technical Solutions
• Visit: You can take part in a feed trial, to learn more about that, just go to Purina.

Equine-assisted therapies are becoming an effective tool in helping veterans affected by PTSD. This episode not only highlights one of these programs and their annual 20-mile ride to raise awareness, it also follows the journey of a battle-scarred stallion helping countless veterans find peace.

This is part of Purina’s Full Rein series. To hear about some of these veteran therapy horses and other extraordinary equines in action, visit www.PurinaMills.com/fullrein for documentary films, interviews and podcasts.

• Host:  Lisa Wysocky, Author and Clinician
• Guest: Meggan Hill-McQueeney of Bravehearts 
• Guest: Dr. Kelly Vineyard, Senior Equine Nutritionist with Purina Animal Nutrition
• Visit: You can take part in a feed trial, to learn more about that, just go to Purina.

The Purina Animal Nutrition Center has been helping horses receive better nutrition since 1926, conducting thousands of research studies. This episode highlights their world-renowned breeding program that delivers and raises foals that go on to do great things in the real world and the role nutrition plays in it all. This is part of Purina’s Full Rein series.

• Host:  Lisa Wysocky, Author and Clinician
• Guest: Mike Jerina is the manager of the horse research facility at the The Purina Animal Nutrition Center.
• Guest: Dr. Mary Beth Gordon, Director of Equine Research and New Product Development at Purina Animal Nutrition
• Visit: You can take part in a feed trial, to learn more about that, just go to Purina.

​Charro performances are a tradition that dates back to 17th century Spain and has influenced many cultures, including American cowboys. This episode features the show’s most celebrated performer, Jerry Diaz, who discusses what’s expected of charro horses and how he helps mold them into incredibly respectful and responsive athletes. 

This is part of Purina’s Full Rein series. To see charro horses and other extraordinary equines in action, visit www.PurinaMills.com/fullrein for documentary films, interviews and podcasts. 

• Host:  Lisa Wysocky, Author and Clinician
• Guest: Charro Jerry Diaz of Charro Jerry Diaz
• Guest: Karen Davison, PhD, Director of Equine Technical Solutions at Purina
• Visit: You can take part in a feed trial, to learn more about that, just go to Purina.

Want to learn more about the science that fuels the world’s hardest working horses? We’ll hit the ground running with Lou, a three-year-old grey quarter horse gelding and a rising star in research and innovation at the Purina Animal Nutrition Center, often called “The Farm.”

Lou’s story is part of Purina’s “Full Rein” series. To see other extraordinary horses in action, visit www.PurinaMills.com/fullrein for documentary films, interviews and podcasts.