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Piper and Michael Tokaruk are joined by Sally Philippo and Vicky Castegren to talk about breeding sport horses in Canada and the United States. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. 

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine, Michael Tokaruk
• Guest: Sally Philippo
• Guest:  Vicky Castegren
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize, Purina Animal Nutrition

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Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Piper and Traci Brooks are joined by author and sports columnist Mike Lupica to talk about his new book, The Horsewoman, that he co-wrote with James Patterson. Maria Takacs also joins to talk about raising a teenager in the equestrian world and judging. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.

Guests and Links Plaidcast Episode 269:

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine, Traci Brooks
• Pictured: "The Horsewoman" by Mike Lupica
• Guest: Mike Lupica
• Guest: Maria Takacs, USEF Judge in Hunter and Hunter/Jumping Seat Equitation
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize, Purina Animal Nutrition

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Piper and Traci Brooks are joined by Laena Romond of Heritage Farm to talk about how she juggles training and competing at the highest levels in the hunter ring. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine, Traci Brooks
• Pictured: Laena Romond, Photo Credit: KIND Media
• Guest: Laena Romond
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize, Purina Animal Nutrition

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Today, Tonya speaks with mental skills coach Annette Paterakis, who recently released her new book “Winning Habits: How Elite Equestrians Master the Mental Game”. Tonya also answers a listener question about ways to create a strong team atmosphere and support one another in the barn. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.

• Host: Tonya Johnston, Visit her Website, Facebook and buy her book Inside Your Ride
• Guest: Annette Paterakis, Winning Habits, How Elite Equestrians Master the Mental Game
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize, Purina Animal Nutrition

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Piper and Michael Tokaruk are joined by Jennifer Burger to talk about her new role with Phelps Media Group and Olivia Chowdry to discuss how she represents team USA in the show ring while also pursuing a dual master's degree. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance .

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine, Michael Tokaruk
• Guest: Jennifer Burger
• Guest:  Olivia Chowdry
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize, Purina Animal Nutrition

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Piper and Traci Brooks are joined by Hero Bean Stevenson to talk about mental health in the equestrian world and Eric Goossens to discuss breeding and the importance of data in the breeding world. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. 

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine, Traci Brooks
• Pictured: Hero Bean Stevenson.  The Plaid Horse Magazine - The Education Issue 2021
• Guest:  Hero Bean Stevenson
• Guest:  Eric Goossens, Hippomundo
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize, Purina Animal Nutrition

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Piper and Traci Brooks are joined by Pam Saul to discuss bookkeeping for equestrian businesses and Ashley Black to talk about health and wellness for horse & rider.  Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. 

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine, Traci Brooks
• Pictured: Piper Klemm, Traci Brooks, used with permission
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Guest: Pam Saul 
• Guest:  Ashley Black
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize, Purina Animal Nutrition

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Piper Klemm talks about highlights from  2021 with The Plaid Horse Magazine, the Show Strides Book Series and her online college courses and shares what she is looking forward to in 2022. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Image Credit: Shawn McMillen Photography
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize, Purina Animal Nutrition

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Piper and Catie Staszak are joined by Dr. Erica Lacher to talk about how to make the world a better place for our horses and Mary Elena Moran to talk about her journey rescuing horses and giving them a second career as police horses. Tori Sheehan also joins The Plaidcast to talk about the different careers that are available within the equestrian industry. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.

Guests and Links Plaidcast Episode 262:

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine and Catie Staszak
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Image Credit: Amanda Diefenbach Photography (Pictured: Mary Elena Moran)
• Guest: Dr. Erica Lacher
• Guest: Mary Elena Moran
• Guest: Tori Sheehan
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Shop The Plaid Horse store for TPH Apparel
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!

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Piper and Michael Tokaruk are joined by Erynn Ballard to discuss what it takes to be a top Grand Prix jumper rider and Camille Schenk to talk about the various careers available in the equestrian industry.  Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.

Guests and Links Plaidcast Episode 261:

• Host: Piper Klemm of The Plaid Horse Magazine and Michael Tokaruk
• Title Sponsor: Taylor, Harris Insurance Services, THIS
• Photo Credit: Erynn Ballard and Nanini van d’Abelendreef. Photo by Andrew Ryback Photography
• Guest: Erynn Ballard
• Guest: Camille Schenk
• Subscribe To: The Plaid Horse Magazine
• Equestrian College Courses with Dr. Klemm
• Shop The Plaid Horse store for TPH Apparel
• Sponsors: Legends Horse Feed, Show Strides Book Series, Grayson Jockey Club Research Foundation, Vitalize, Excel Supplements, OptiWize

theplaidhorse.com

Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of this incredible community of riders, trainers, barn managers, parents, and horse lovers who show up in the barn, in the ring, and right here with us.

At The Plaid Horse, our commitment goes far beyond the show ring. We believe deeply in the power of literacy and education and that every rider, at every level, deserves access to knowledge, stories, and ideas that make them a better horseperson and a better human being. Reading matters. Learning matters. And the stories we tell each other in this sport matter more than we sometimes realize.

Whether you are a junior rider picking up your first copy of The Plaid Horse Magazine, a professional trainer looking for inspiration, or someone who simply loves horses and everything this world stands for then this community is for you. You belong here.

We build this together. Every article, every episode, every conversation is an opportunity to learn something new, to feel less alone in the challenges of this sport, and to be reminded of why we fell in love with horses in the first place.

Until next time, keep reading, keep learning, keep riding, and remember that the horse world is better when we build it together. I will see you at the ring!