In this episode, we had a proper catch up, we shared our biggest wins of 2025 and some things we are leaving behind. We shared a special gift guide too. It was great to have a reflection of the last year. We hope you enjoy it. 

Miri's gift list 

- Hand made rope halters

- Biodegradable plant based sponges 

- Give the gift of learning with Miri's patreon

- A lovely reusable water bottle from Yeti

- A warm waterproof trouser

- A very waterproof trouser

- Dri rug 

- Horsemanship saddlery bridle

Rhi's Gift list 

- Biodegradeable water wipes (for that baby wipe shower) 🤣

- waterproof over trousers 

- Thermos flask

- Bespoke bridle Kelly J leather 

- Riding lesson diary 

- Own horse riding diary 

- Thin neck scarf 

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In this episode, we are joined by Holly Lenahan, equine vet, showjumper and much loved equestrian content creator. Holly takes us through her journey to becoming an equine vet, her specialism in equine breeding and why she's ultimately decided to step back from her veterinary role. 

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust. The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. 

Thank you to Petnpony for sponsoring this episode. Use code TEL10 for a discount from their whole site. 

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This week we where joined by Steffi Spielhaupter and we discussed a very wide range of topics, from the ethics and the top of the sport to how we can all learn how to read our horses in a more horse first holistic way. it was an insightful listen we hope you enjoy.

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust. The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. 

Thank you to Westgate labs for sponsoring this episode and highlighting the importance of gut health and parasite control. Westgate make caring for our horses parasite risk so easy find out more on their website and use code EQLIFE10 for a discount. 

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We welcomed Mandy Miller to the podcast this week, Mandy has a wealth of knowledge and took the time to share some of that with us. You can connect with Mandy through her website here

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust. The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. 

Thank you to Petnpony for sponsoring this episode use code TEL10 for a discount from their whole site. The viral waterproof trousers are here and on sale! 

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We welcomed Maisie Hill to the podcast this week. We spoke about all things women's health from periods to the menopause and everything in between. As a rider and hormone specialist Maisie brings an important voice to the topic of women's health. If you want to hear more from Maisie you can listen to her podcast here or find her on instagram here. 

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust. The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. Find their Tack donation page Here

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For episode 34, New York Times bestselling author Katherine Schwarzenegger Pratt joins us to discusses the childhood of riding which inspired her latest children’s book, Kat And Brandy. 

We discuss everything from riding as a child, to sharing her riding life now with her daughters and the power of being in the presence of a horse. 

To purchase the book follow this link here. Kat and Brandy

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust. The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. Don't forget you can join them for their Weigh to win initiative here 

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In this episode, we delve into the world of mindset coaching with Nicky Pennie, an empowerment coach who specialises in helping equestrians unlock their full potential.

Discover how shifting your mindset can transform not only your riding experience but also your relationship with yourself and your horse.

Nicky shares her personal journey, insights into overcoming competition nerves, and practical strategies for building confidence both in and out of the saddle. 

Connect with Nicky: https://series.beyourbestyet.co.uk/ 

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust. The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. Donate to their hay appeal here: https://horsetrust.org.uk/ 

Thank you to our episode sponsor PetnPony. Use code TEL15 for a discount: https://petnpony.co.uk/

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Welcome back to Season 4 of This Equestrian Life! In this episode, Rhi and Miri discuss their own recent updates - and have a very insightful chat with Hayley from BL horsemanship on all things R+ and how she has raised her young horse with a cooperative care approach.

You can follow Hayley here BL Horsemanship

Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust.The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. They are funded entirely by public donations. Help them reach their £60,000 goal to prepare land to help a further 50 horses by donating today. 

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Welcome back to Season 4 of This Equestrian Life! In this episode, Rhi and Miri discuss their own recent updates - including Rhi's musings on going barefoot and the dread it has been causing her, Blondie's visit from the vet and the disturbing case of Cesar Parra, who has been banned from competition for 15 years following an FEI tribunal.

Read the Horse & Hound article on Cesar Parra: https://www.horseandhound.co.uk/news/a-former-olympic-riders-15-year-ban-900665

Read the FEI statement: https://inside.fei.org/media-updates/fei-tribunal-imposes-15-year-suspension-cesar-parra 

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Thank you to our season sponsor, The Horse Trust.The Horse Trust’s is the oldest Horse Charity in the UK providing retirement and respite for the UK’s service horses, ponies and donkeys. They are funded entirely by public donations. Help them reach their £60,000 goal to prepare land to help a further 50 horses by donating today. 

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In the season finale of season 3 we where joined by the wonderful Ruth Dancer from our season sponsor White Griffin. We discussed the vital topic of how to be a sustainable Equestrian and why this is so important. 

We are so grateful to Ruth from White Griffin not only for joining us on this episode but for their support of season 3 its been a great opportunity to learn more about sustainability, the environment and the small and big things equestrians can be doing to support the planet and the horses we all love so much. They have some great resources on their website for you and your yard friends to use and learn from. Equestrians4Nature 

The episode was also generously sponsored by Westgate labs and you can use the code EQLIFE10 for a discount on their products (excludes Equisal tape worms tests) 

This episode was also sponsored by Equisal Tape worm tests. You can assess your horses parasite risk here, and find out what protocol you need to follow to maximise your horses health without worrying about wormer resistance 

We will be back with season 4 on October the 15th 2025

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