Horse Wise
The Horse Wise podcast shares stories of horses and people – and what they teach each other. Horses bring wisdom, humor, athleticism and inspiration into our lives. Join host Lynn Reardon as she encounters entertaining characters (horse and human) on her own horsemanship journey.Podcasts
Happy New Year with Amy Skinner (and McLovin)
Published: Jan. 2, 2024, 2:21 a.m.Duration: 58 minutes 31 seconds
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Christmas Eve with Alicia Landman and Brooke Tatrow
Published: Dec. 24, 2023, 10:32 p.m.Duration: 59 minutes 10 seconds
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Older rider or late bloomer? You get to choose.
Published: Dec. 1, 2023, 3:02 a.m.Duration: 28 minutes 54 seconds
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Halloween scary things at the barn
Published: Oct. 31, 2023, 10:19 p.m.Duration: 12 minutes 26 seconds
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A mare named Junebug & first-time horse shopping
Published: Oct. 1, 2023, 4:15 a.m.Duration: 20 minutes 15 seconds
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When ending on a good note goes wrong
Published: Sept. 1, 2023, 4:35 a.m.Duration: 19 minutes 41 seconds
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Small changes = big breakthroughs
Published: Aug. 1, 2023, 3:43 a.m.Duration: 15 minutes 58 seconds
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Under pressure? Be the release.
Published: July 1, 2023, 4 a.m.Duration: 14 minutes 5 seconds
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Nice ladies vs. macho cowboys
Published: June 1, 2023, 1:09 a.m.Duration: 21 minutes 27 seconds
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Gurus vs. guides
Published: April 30, 2023, 10:46 p.m.Duration: 18 minutes 43 seconds
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Brent and Kris Graef: How to make the right thing obvious
Published: March 10, 2023, 12:34 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 14 minutes 46 seconds
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Chasing rewards vs. pursuing knowledge
Published: March 1, 2023, 1:22 a.m.Duration: 13 minutes 13 seconds
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Amy Skinner on emotionalism & horsemanship
Published: Jan. 7, 2023, 2:19 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 9 minutes 32 seconds
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Christmas Eve horsemanship (and poetry)
Published: Dec. 24, 2022, 11:05 p.m.Duration: 5 minutes 29 seconds
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Good loops (literal and metaphoric)
Published: Oct. 1, 2022, 1:02 a.m.Duration: 9 minutes 24 seconds
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Dr. Stephen Peters: Evidence-Based Horsemanship
Published: Aug. 1, 2022, 3:58 a.m.Duration: 1 hour 3 minutes 48 seconds
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Fear of looking bad (the third episode in the Horse Wise F-word series)
Published: June 1, 2022, 3:35 a.m.Duration: 16 minutes 44 seconds
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Fear of missing out in horsemanship (the second episode in the Horse WiseF-word series)
Published: May 1, 2022, 3:32 a.m.Duration: 13 minutes 25 seconds
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Fear of running out of time (the first episode in the Horse Wise F-word series)
Published: March 31, 2022, 7:37 p.m.Duration: 13 minutes 55 seconds
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One small good thing
Published: Feb. 28, 2022, 3:16 p.m.Duration: 12 minutes 15 seconds
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Encore interview with Dr. Janet Jones, author of Horse Brain, Human Brain
Published: Jan. 25, 2022, 3:36 a.m.Duration: 1 hour 14 minutes 45 seconds
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Christmas gifts from the horses
Published: Dec. 25, 2021, 5:47 p.m.Duration: 23 minutes 13 seconds
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Zoe Mazepa: Integrity, heart and horsemanship
Published: Nov. 25, 2021, 2:20 a.m.Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes 9 seconds
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What a sabbatical taught me about pressure and release
Published: Nov. 17, 2021, 1:24 p.m.Duration: 20 minutes 15 seconds
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The best lesson I learned from cowboy clinicians
Published: Oct. 1, 2021, 4:44 a.m.Duration: 30 minutes 47 seconds
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Dr. Janet Jones, author of Horse Brain, Human Brain
Published: Aug. 14, 2021, 3:22 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 1 minute 58 seconds
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The ONE thing you need to know about horsemanship
Published: July 11, 2021, 3:39 p.m.Duration: 16 minutes 6 seconds
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Karen Rohlf of Dressage Naturally
Published: June 10, 2021, 12:15 p.m.Duration: 46 minutes 36 seconds
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How my horsemanship journey led to Horse Wise Scholars
Published: May 29, 2021, 3:22 p.m.Duration: 17 minutes 29 seconds
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Jade Favre and her passion for rehoming racehorses
Published: May 19, 2021, 2:33 a.m.Duration: 54 minutes 39 seconds
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Jec Ballou on equine fitness, biomechanics and a special Andalusian named Corazon.
Published: May 7, 2021, 10:55 p.m.Duration: 54 minutes 29 seconds
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Ginger Gaffney: Teacher, trainer and bestselling author of Half Broke
Published: April 30, 2021, 9:35 p.m.Duration: 51 minutes 53 seconds
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Wendy Murdoch and her Sure Foot Equine Stability Program
Published: April 28, 2021, 2:24 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 6 minutes 53 seconds
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Horses dont care about your politics (and thats a good thing)
Published: April 10, 2021, 3:58 p.m.Duration: 27 minutes 53 seconds
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Why a lead rope is not like a leash
Published: March 25, 2021, 12:06 p.m.Duration: 25 minutes 5 seconds
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Horse Wise Horsemanship Buckle for 4-H groups
Published: Feb. 27, 2021, 5:05 p.m.Duration: 21 minutes 32 seconds
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Alicia Landman on the best things you can do for your horse (and yourself).
Published: Jan. 31, 2021, 6:18 p.m.Duration: 59 minutes 38 seconds
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The Best of 2020: A Return to the Classics
Published: Dec. 31, 2020, 10:29 p.m.Duration: 19 minutes 32 seconds
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Brooke Tatrow on mindful horsemanship, Christmas poetry and the value of slowing down.
Published: Dec. 24, 2020, 7:28 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 4 minutes 11 seconds
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It depends: The two word answer to big questions
Published: Dec. 2, 2020, 9:12 p.m.Duration: 16 minutes 44 seconds
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Amy Skinner on the relationship between herd dynamics, horse handling and riding.
Published: Nov. 10, 2020, 10:28 p.m.Duration: 54 minutes 19 seconds
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Emma Daily Kline on how to juggle cupcakes, colt starting, entrepreneurship and the art of horsemanship.
Published: Oct. 30, 2020, 3:32 a.m.Duration: 54 minutes 59 seconds
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Lessons learned from big wave surfing, yoga and a QH dance machine
Published: Oct. 28, 2020, 2:41 a.m.Duration: 22 minutes 33 seconds
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Kathleen Beckham: Does your horse do something because of you or despite you?
Published: Sept. 30, 2020, 4:23 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 19 minutes 24 seconds
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The process is the result in horsemanship and life
Published: Sept. 29, 2020, 4:52 a.m.Duration: 21 minutes 43 seconds
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Balance, trust and respect: Amy Skinner on mindful horsemanship, troubled horses and training integrity
Published: Aug. 31, 2020, 8:43 p.m.Duration: 59 minutes 28 seconds
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Doing the Work: Kathleen Beckham on lifelong horsemanship study
Published: Aug. 28, 2020, 2:03 p.m.Duration: 1 hour 17 minutes 58 seconds
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Feeling behind with your horse? Whatever you do, dont try to catch up fast.
Published: Aug. 11, 2020, 2:04 a.m.Duration: 18 minutes 47 seconds
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My favorite way to coach at Horse Wise
Published: July 27, 2020, 3:02 p.m.Duration: 11 minutes 45 seconds
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Linda Hoover on the relationship between equine biomechanics, mail order brides and ballet barre exercises.
Published: June 26, 2020, 9:07 p.m.Duration: 32 minutes 8 seconds
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Linda Hoover: The best teacher and trainer youve probably never heard of.
Published: June 24, 2020, 10:41 a.m.Duration: 30 minutes 7 seconds
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The story of Ellie, the little mare who could never turn loose
Published: June 1, 2020, 3:31 a.m.Duration: 21 minutes 50 seconds
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Learned helplessness in horses (and people).
Published: May 27, 2020, 2:01 a.m.Duration: 23 minutes 25 seconds
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How a frightened mare taught me to step to the plate and turn pro.
Published: May 10, 2020, 5:38 p.m.Duration: 16 minutes 14 seconds
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Why working at the wrong things can help you learn the right things
Published: April 30, 2020, 2:26 a.m.Duration: 12 minutes 3 seconds
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How a wise horse named Dan taught me to relax, go with the flow and handle unexpected change with a smile.
Published: April 21, 2020, 8:21 p.m.Duration: 14 minutes 23 seconds
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Two fun exercises to improve your horsemanship, pandemic style.
Published: April 12, 2020, 11:17 p.m.Duration: 14 minutes 17 seconds
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How trying too hard can create frustration for you and your horse.
Published: April 4, 2020, 10:03 p.m.Duration: 14 minutes 41 seconds
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Stuck in quarantine and cant ride your horse? Some tips on how to still make progress with your riding goals.
Published: March 28, 2020, 12:51 a.m.Duration: 8 minutes 47 seconds
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Spring Break 2020: The perfect time for horsemanship education (no, really it is).
Published: March 23, 2020, 2:40 p.m.Duration: 19 minutes 35 seconds
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What to do when things go wrong with your horse and how to see the gift in that situation.
Published: March 3, 2020, 4:05 a.m.Duration: 24 minutes 34 seconds
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How a television crew, a slightly feral horse and a cold morning reminded me to take my own advice.
Published: Feb. 24, 2020, 5:01 a.m.Duration: 8 minutes 47 seconds
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How to improve your riding when you cant ride for extended periods (due to circumstances beyond your control).
Published: Feb. 14, 2020, 8:25 p.m.Duration: 20 minutes 3 seconds
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How to tell the difference between a shut down horse and a truly calm horse. And why that distinction is so important.
Published: Feb. 9, 2020, 4:18 a.m.Duration: 24 minutes 23 seconds
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What do your car and groceries have to do with horses? A fun winter exercise you can do (no matter how cold the weather).
Published: Jan. 31, 2020, 11:47 p.m.Duration: 16 minutes 44 seconds
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How the nicest people can sometimes create the biggest trouble for their horses.
Published: Jan. 27, 2020, 8:18 p.m.Duration: 25 minutes 42 seconds
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How I learned to embrace my inner horse geek (thanks to Ray Hunt). And why that made all the difference to me (and to the horses).
Published: Jan. 17, 2020, 4:59 p.m.Duration: 13 minutes 47 seconds
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What Ive learned from doing the Horse Wise podcast. A look back at the podcast highlights of 2019.
Published: Dec. 30, 2019, 8:07 p.m.Duration: 9 minutes 29 seconds
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Believe in your horse, so your horse can believe in you. A simple quote from Ray Hunt that contains so much wisdom.
Published: Dec. 19, 2019, 10:01 p.m.Duration: 15 minutes 40 seconds
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The biggest mistake you can make when a ride doesnt go well - and how the solution involves you, giant muddy puppies and a sense of humor.
Published: Dec. 2, 2019, 2:48 p.m.Duration: 18 minutes 7 seconds
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What kind of qualities does your dream horse have? Find out how I discovered my dream horse this year much to my surprise and delight.
Published: Nov. 1, 2019, 2:23 p.m.Duration: 18 minutes
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Meet Erin Shea of Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance. Erin is a marketing genius, a talented journalist and a dedicated fan of OTTBs. Especially one named Turbo Booster.
Published: Oct. 10, 2019, 12:34 p.m.Duration: 25 minutes 51 seconds
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Meet Erin Crady of Thoroughbred Charities of America. Behind her quiet, multitasking ninja facade, Erin is a true TB aftercare trailblazer, natural disaster hero and rugged pack trip rider.
Published: Sept. 28, 2019, 3:25 a.m.Duration: 41 minutes 36 seconds
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Where to start with your horse? Three simple areas to focus on (without fancy bits, astrology signs or complex training methods).
Published: Sept. 14, 2019, 2:41 p.m.Duration: 19 minutes 11 seconds
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Meet Sarah Coleman of New Vocations Racehorse Adoption Program. A hilarious superhero, Sarah runs on pink glitter, unicorn images, cheesy quotes and the biggest work ethic ever.
Published: Aug. 30, 2019, 12:11 p.m.Duration: 37 minutes 16 seconds
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Dr. Jyme Nichols of Bluebonnet Feeds on equine nutrition, Captain Crunch, leaky gut and Snickers bars. The most fun discussion of horse feed science ever!
Published: Aug. 19, 2019, 8:31 p.m.Duration: 35 minutes 16 seconds
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Meet Jennifer Holme. A dedicated rider discusses how classical horsemanship helps her dressage goals and partnership with her horses (Teddy and Jade).
Published: Aug. 7, 2019, 10:53 p.m.Duration: 30 minutes 51 seconds
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The story of Shadow Warrior, the bravest (and most dangerous) horse I ever owned.
Published: July 23, 2019, 10:14 p.m.Duration: 37 minutes 4 seconds
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What exactly is Horse Wise? The story of my background with horses, the history of Horse Wise and how learning from the horses drew me into the world of coaching.
Published: July 6, 2019, 7:41 p.m.Duration: 20 minutes 36 seconds
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A frustrated cowboy couldnt figure out why his mare was so bad at cow work. How he discovered that the mare was a mirror of his own expectations, thanks to a tactful clinician.
Published: June 21, 2019, 11:05 p.m.Duration: 12 minutes 34 seconds
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Jessica wondered why her horse Blaze was misbehaving all of a sudden." How small steps had literally led them to the wrong destination. A CSI case of horse behavior investigation.
Published: June 10, 2019, 12:46 p.m.Duration: 16 minutes 11 seconds
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My brilliant (not) career as a polo player. The story of a polo match that brought out both the best and the worst in me.
Published: May 20, 2019, 3:42 p.m.Duration: 20 minutes 8 seconds
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How one good horse taught a cowboy so much more than famous trainers on television.
Published: May 10, 2019, 8:56 p.m.Duration: 14 minutes 16 seconds
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How an older gelding, a young colt, a noisy trailer and a 60-day guarantee were nearly a recipe for disaster. Two tales of my adventures in learning about awareness and horses.
Published: April 18, 2019, 2:33 p.m.Duration: 21 minutes 24 seconds
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How a teenage horse & rider team took the road less traveled (and earned their USDF Bronze medal). Meet the dynamic duo of Cassie and Sasha!
Published: April 12, 2019, midnightDuration: 11 minutes 41 seconds
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A veterinarian walks into a comedy club with oil paints, dentistry tools and an easel. Welcome to the world of Dr. Matt Evans DVM.
Published: March 29, 2019, 10:30 p.m.Duration: 45 minutes 43 seconds
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How a wild-eyed colt, a western saddle and a big red horse led to my first ever canter pirouette (thanks to a special cowboy named Peter).
Published: March 21, 2019, 11:42 a.m.Duration: 14 minutes 8 seconds
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Penny Reeves on Horsemanship vs Show Scores. This is Part 2 of her interview series.
Published: March 14, 2019, 2:56 p.m.Duration: 21 minutes 44 seconds
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Penny Reeves: The Never Ending Evolution of a Horse Crazy Kid
Published: March 4, 2019, 8:35 p.m.Duration: 20 minutes 39 seconds
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The story of Tulsa Mambo
Published: Feb. 26, 2019, 2:28 a.m.Duration: 14 minutes 29 seconds
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