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Talk Horse
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Saddle up for tales of triumph, drama, and equestrian life as we gallop through the highs and lows of the horse world. Hosted by Olympic eventer and equestrian enthusiast Pippa Funnell, alongside
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's Tristan Phipps, a newcomer to the horse world. They’ll be joined by trailblazers and icons of the equestrian scene—from dressage to dead heats, ponies to polo, and everything in between.
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Mark Todd from New Zealand Dairy Farm to Equestrian Icon PART ONE
2d ago00:53:04Tap to summarizeWidely regarded as one of the greatest event riders of all time, Sir Mark Todd’s career is the stuff of legend. In part one of this deep dive, we explore the journey of a man who crossed generations, broke records, and redefined the sport of eventing. From his harrowing first international experience at the 1978 World Championships in Kentucky, to his Badminton breakthrough. How a "shaggy little pony" he almost didn't ride became his greatest partner, leading to back-to-back individual Olympic Gold medals and his uncanny ability to hop on a strange horse and win at the highest level just days later. There was so much to cover, part two will follow next week! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join our Talk Horse community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jim Crowley's Life at Full Gallop. Royal Ascot Special.
1w ago01:03:37Tap to summarizeIt's Royal Ascot week! So who else to guide Pippa and Tristan through the glory and glamour of the occasion that ones of the most successful jockeys of his generation, Jim Crowley. Born in the shadow of Ascot racecourse, Jim shares his remarkable journey from pony racing, to massive success jump racing to making the bold and ultimately triumphant switch to the flat. Jim opens up about the relentless drive required to become Champion Jockey in 2016 and the intricate tactics and "racecraft" behind flat racing. His recovery from a life-threatening fall at York and his determination to get back in the saddle and the pressure of riding for racing’s biggest stars, including the legendary Baaeed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Jodie Hall McAteer: The New Face of British Showjumping
2w ago00:37:32Tap to summarizeJodie Hall McAteer has horses in her blood. Growing up in one of Britain's best-known showjumping families, she has gone from Pony European gold medallist to representing Great Britain on the world stage, becoming one of the country's most exciting young riders. Now a regular competitor on the Global Champions Tour and Nations Cup teams, Jodie has represented Great Britain at some of the biggest shows in the world and ridden alongside many of the sport's biggest names. In this episode, she joins Pippa and Tristan to discuss growing up in a horsey family, the reality of making a career in showjumping, and the sacrifices required to compete at the highest level. She also reflects on the horses that have shaped her career and the pressure of wearing the Team GB jacket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Olympic Champion Carl Hester: "I Didn't Win Anything Until I Was 40"
3w ago00:15:51Tap to summarizeThe only way we could get an interview with Carl Hester was by chasing him down in a miniature Land Rover. As podcast booking strategies go, it's surprisingly effective 😂 Olympic Champion Carl Hester joins Talk Horse for a special episode recorded at the Royal Windsor Horse Show. Widely regarded as one of the greatest dressage riders of all time, Carl reflects on his extraordinary career, the setbacks he faced along the way, and why success doesn't always arrive on your own timeline. From winning his first major medal in his 40s to becoming one of Britain's most celebrated equestrians, Carl shares the mindset that helped him stay motivated through decades of competition. Along the way, he offers honest advice on patience, resilience, dealing with pressure and what it really takes to achieve long-term success. Recorded at Royal Windsor, this is a fascinating conversation with one of the sport's true greats. We can't wait to welcome Carl back to the Talk Horse studio for a full-length episode soon. Follow Talk Horse for new episodes every Wednesday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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How LeMieux Became a Global Equestrian Brand | Talk Horse Live from Royal Windsor
May 2700:24:18Tap to summarizeWe’re back with another episode from Royal Windsor🐎🎙️ We’re joined by Robert LeMieux, equestrian innovator and founder of the hugely successful LeMieux brand. Robert shares his journey into the horse world, from his early experiences in Kentucky to a baptism of fire working as a de facto groom for the Irish team at the World Championships. We also get into the story behind building one of equestrian sport’s most recognisable brands and products. Don’t miss this special episode of Talk Horse, live from Royal Windsor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Live from Windsor with Showing Royalty Jayne Ross | Talk Horse
May 2000:43:31Tap to summarizeThis week, Talk Horse comes live from the iconic Royal Windsor Horse Show for the first of two special on-location episode, and we’re joined straight from the showing ring by one of the sport’s true greats, Jayne Ross. A legend of the showing world, Jayne has spent decades at the very top of the sport. She first found success at Horse of the Year Show back in 1966, winning the Pony of the Year title with Cusop Pirouette, and has since gone on to become one of the most successful producers in British showing history. A true equestrian, alongside her incredible showing career, she has also evented to Advanced level, represented Great Britain in combined training and trained point-to-point winners. Pippa and Tristan chat to Jayne about the pressure of competing at Royal Windsor (her local show), what it takes to consistently produce championship horses, and the tiny details judges look for in the ring. They also discuss some of the unforgettable horses she’s ridden over the years, and how the sport of showing has changed during her remarkable career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Sam Dracott on Horses, Hooves & Going Viral
May 1301:14:06Tap to summarizeHe turned horseshoeing into one of the biggest TikTok sensations in the UK. This week on Talk Horse, Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by professional farrier and social media phenomenon Sam Dracott. From shoeing horses full-time to building an audience of more than 7 million followers online, Sam reveals how one hoof-cleaning video exploded into the most viewed TikTok in the UK. Sam explains the reality of being a farrier, why horses really need shoes, the biggest misconceptions people have about hoof care, and how social media helped shine a spotlight on an industry most people knew nothing about. The conversation dives into the craftsmanship behind farriery, balancing life as both a full-time farrier and online creator, viral pink horseshoes, educating millions through TikTok, and why “no foot, no horse” is one of the most important sayings in the equestrian world. Plus, Pippa and Tristan look back on an unforgettable Badminton Horse Trials week, including Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo’s historic third consecutive Badminton victory. Do get in touch — the email is info@talk-horse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Lucinda Green On The Secret To Her Six Badminton Wins
May 601:00:57Tap to summarizeOlympian, Badminton winner and one of the greatest riders the sport of eventing has ever seen. We were so keen to get her on that we had to whisk her into the studio, even though Tristan wasn’t around, so this week Pippa is flying solo in this incredible Badminton special. Lucinda Green joins Talk Horse to share the stories, lessons and mindset behind an extraordinary career. She reflects on her early years in the saddle, the horses that shaped her, and how she built a reputation as the ultimate cross-country rider. Lucinda opens up about risk, instinct, and what it really takes to succeed at the top level, and how she’s now passing that knowledge on to the next generation of riders with the Lucinda Green Academy.Plus, she and Pippa discuss the runners and riders at this year’s Badminton Horse Trials. Can Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo do it again? Do get in touch. The email is info@talk-horse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Life on the Left Rein with Grassroots Eventer Tina Wallace
Apr 2901:03:08Tap to summarizeBest known as the creator behind Life on the Left Rein social channels, Tina has built a loyal following by sharing the real, unfiltered side of grassroots eventing, the highs, the setbacks, and everything in between. Tina opens up about getting her first horse until her mid-20s, and the financial and emotional reality of competing as an amateur. She reflects on her partnership with Banksy, the horse who changed everything, from breakthrough wins to building the kind of trust that gets you back in the saddle when confidence takes a hit. From appearing on Horse & Country TV’s All Star Academy, which sparked the growth of her YouTube channel and turned a hobby into a full-time career. With Badminton Grassroots 2026 on the horizon Tina shares the tougher side too. From a serious fall that knocked her confidence, to navigating self-doubt, switching between horses, and the pressure of documenting it all online. She also speaks candidly about her breast reduction surgery, how it impacted both her daily life and riding, and the long road back into the saddle. Plus - do come and join us for live Talk Horse at Royal Windsor Horse Show. We'd love to meet you all! Code TALKHORSE for money off tickets on the Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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This Esme: From Pony Club Kid to Global Horse Influencer
Apr 2201:04:23Tap to summarizeThis week on Talk Horse, Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by one of the most recognisable faces in modern equestrian media, Esme Higgs, better known online as This Esme. Starting out as a young rider sharing her horsey life on YouTube, Esme has grown her channel into one of the biggest equestrian platforms in the world, reaching millions of viewers across more than 170 countries. But behind the glossy videos is a serious horsewoman with a deep passion for horse welfare, training, and bringing new audiences into the sport. Esme joins Pippa and Tristan to talk about growing up in an “unhorsey” family, how a simple YouTube channel turned into a global career and the realities of balancing content creation with riding. Plus a couple of big announcements for the upcoming Royal Windsor Horse show. Use the code TALKHORSE for 20% off tickets for the Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Let us know where you listen! info@talk-horse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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