The Whoa Podcast about Horses and Horsemanship

After watching the June NWC DVD I decided I have been stuck in the snaffle and want to try to move on.  Ranae and I talk about the transition, the challenges, and why we think it's important.

And, we do more team sorting!  I'll tell you about my experience being team up with two distinct groups - a Downunder group and a non-Downunder group.  It was all good and we learned a lot.

We recorded this in our garden on a lovely Sunday afternoon.  We hope the ambient noise is not too much of a distraction.

Enjoy!

John & Ranae

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Ah, summertime!  It's triple digits here in Bakersfield, but we still managed to eke out a couple of rides over the weekend.  We received our No Worries Club June DVD with Ian Francis demonstrating reining manuevers.  Our horses hate it when we get a new DVD.

And, a treat as special as the task itself - it's The Sheath Cleaning song.  Friend and listener Ginger Patrick called our listener line at 206-426-6484 and recited this song describing the special bond one builds with a gelding.  I laid some music under it and, if nothing else, you will get a laugh out of it.  Thanks, Ginger!

Enjoy!

John & Ranae

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Ranae and I discuss a couple of articles from the AQHA magazine American Horse.   

And, we make a pact.

Enjoy,

John & Ranae

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Ranae and I talk about the use of spurs.  I talk about my concerns and we share some ideas.

Ranae also got to ride Jessie without me around!  I know.  I wonder how she did too!  Listen in and find out.

Enjoy,

John & Ranae

On today's podcast we tell you how we've been dealing with Dusty's lameness issues and why not be able to ride you only horse may improve your horsemanship.  Well, at least that's what Ranae will tell you about.  We even put in a hint on how to ride with a spouse.

Enjoy!

John & Ranae

The long-awaited interview with Dr. Russel Smith, formulater and manufacturer of Karbo Como is here!  Dr. Smith and I talk horse nutrition, immune systems, and even manage to weave in a few anectdotes.  We think you will find it both interesting and informative.

For more information about Karbo Combo check out:

http://www.gomersinc.com/

 or contact our friend, Courtney, at http://thextrascoop.com/

And, Cowboy Poet Frank Knight returns to the podcast to recite his poem, "Be Ready For The Ride", an absolutely painful tale about a horse named Chochese.

Remember, if you want to leave a comment or a question, or maybe even an intro, our voice line is 206-426-6484.  Please leave your name and where you live.

Enjoy!

John & Ranae

On today's episode we talk about the physical state of our horses, our weekend ride, and we have a special tribute to mothers everywhere.

Many years ago I was a weekend dj on a country station.  My boss was the morning guy Bob Watt.  Bob helped me all lot and I saved some of the recordings from way back then.  I recently ran across Bob's rendition of the Jimmy Dean classic, IOU.  I know it doesn't have much to do with horses, but it is a fun listen.  In celebration to mothers everywhere, this is for you.

Enjoy!

John & Ranae

PS Thanks to Bob for giving me permission to include this in today's podcast.  Look for the video coming soon on our youtube channel.  http://www.youtube.com/user/johnharrer?feature=mhee

On today's episode we tell you a little about our Sunday ride and how our horses are doing.  Then we have a long chat with Jeri Bye.  How many of you have ever thought of hosting a Downunder Clinician for a 3-day Clinic or Private Lesson?  Well, as Jeri tells us, "There is no way I can get to Texas for a Clinic right now, so I thought I would bring one here."  She ended up hosting a Private Lesson (She explains the difference in the podcast).

She also tells us some of the plans she had to make, the hurdles and even has a few tips for those considering such an event.  We want to thank Jeri for taking the time to join us on the podcast.  She offers a lot of good solid information and advice.

Enjoy!

Thanks for listening,

John & Ranae

We're back.  We've improved some aspects of our equipment.  We are still working on others. 

On today's podcast we tell you a little about what we've been doing with our horses the last couple of weeks and then we have a telephone interview with some folks who have been working with the Method for quite some time.  Brenda McCain and her granddaughters Maddie and Makayla tell us about their experiences with Clinton Anderson and the Downunder Horsemanship Method.  Oh, what I wouldn't give to have learned this stuff about horses when I was those kids' age. 

We have a new voice Comment/Question line.  We hope you will want to contribute to the show.  You can leave a comment, question or suggestion for a show at 206-426-6484 (long distance rates may apply)

Thanks for listening,

John & Ranae

While we work on improving our studio to produce a better audio podcast, we wanted to offer something in the interim.  In February John got an Aussie Stock Whip from Downunder Horsemanship.  With the instructional video and a bit of practice, I'm getting to the point where I can consistently crack it.  Now, if I am going to crack from the back of my horse, Jessie, I have to work on controlling where it goes.

Enjoy,

John & Ranae

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