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Hi, I’m John Harrer and along with my wife Ranae, we host the Whoa Podcast about Horses and Horsemanship.

If you love horses, you’ll like our show. Besides, you need something to listen to while you muck stalls or clean tack.

Below you’ll find our latest podcasts. We also have a YouTube Channel. Please look around. We hope you sign up for our email newsletter. Tell us what you think. Email us at John@WhoaPodcast.com

Thanks for listening,

John & Ranae

New Bakersfield College Rodeo Team Formed

July 26, 2022 by John Leave a Comment

New Bakersfield College Rodeo Team Formed

Bakersfield College RodeoYou’d think as big as an agricultural, beef-producing county as Kern is, there would be rodeos all the time. And, in reality, there are. We’ve got the Tehachapi Mountain Rodeo Association producing bull riding, youth, and PRCA rodeos. There’s the Glenville Rodeo and the Sheriff’s Posse Rodeo. We have a Bakersfield Youth Rodeo Club. But, with all that, there was no community college rodeo. That is until adjunct professor, Andrea Prise, formed the Bakersfield college Rodeo Team.

If you’ve listened much to the podcast, you already know I am one of the least knowledgeable people when it comes to rodeo. But, I wanted to learn more, and I’ve attended many classes at Bakersfield College over the years (a story for another time). I tracked down Andrea and the Bakersfield College Rodeo Team President, Cloey Griffiths for a chat. We met in a study room at BC and had a great time talking rodeo.

Andrea and Cloey told me that support for the rodeo team was impressive. She’s getting help from a local stock contractor, Tinoco Bulls, and the Funny Farm. She’s also gotten a good response outside the ag industry with a local plumbing contractor, HPS Plumbing, providing the team with jackets to make them feel like real professionals.

Andrea talked about how valuable it can be for youth riders to compete at the college level. Not only can they hone their skills and get valuable experience, but they get an education too. Cloey is a perfect example. She was going to move away to find a college to rodeo at until she learned about the Bakersfield College Rodeo Team.

Links Heard on the Show

Contact Coach Andrea Prise

Connect with BC Rodeo on Facebook

Check out BC Rodeo on Instagram

 

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We want you to be a part of the show. Tell us about your horse. Share your challenges, triumphs, or just everyday items that make horse ownership unique. Create an audio file using the memo app on your phone. Or contact me and we’ll set up a time to talk on Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are an enormous part of why we do a podcast. We really love getting your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions for the show. Email us at John@WhoaPodcast.com

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John & Ranae

Episode #203

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Gabrielle Diakon and Equestrian Yoga

June 7, 2022 by John Leave a Comment

Gabrielle DiakonGabrielle Diakon and Equestrian Yoga

We last visited with Gabrielle Diakon, Gabby, nearly two years ago amid quarantine and COVID. Gabby is still doing yoga for equestrians and working with horses. Now, she is podcasting. Gabrielle Diakon’s Rolling My Third Eye Podcast is available on all podcast platforms. Her show focuses on equestrian mindfulness and deals with fear, anxiety, and many other issues competitive horse riders deal with. But, Gabby has also widened the show to include mediation, yoga, and connection outside of the equestrian world. Her philosophies help people deal with the problems life throws their way.

We chat about many topics in this episode. The importance of journaling and how it can help focus. We talk about the power of creative visualization. Gabby is very open and willingly shares stories of her life and experience.

Gabby holds online Yoga for Equestrians every Wednesday night at 7 PM central.

Links Heard in the Show

GET HALF OFF YOUR FIRST YOGA SESSION HERE

GMD Training Website

Facebook

Rolling My Third Eye Podcast

Instagram: GMDTraining

Email: Gdiakon@gmdtraining.com

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We want you to be a part of the show. Tell us about your horse. Share your challenges, triumphs, or just everyday items that make horse ownership unique. Create an audio file using the memo app on your phone. Or contact me and we’ll set up a time to talk on Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are an enormous part of why we do a podcast. We really love getting your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions for the show. Email us at John@WhoaPodcast.com

Thanks for listening.

John & Ranae

Episode #201

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Cristobal Scarpati Horsemanship

May 24, 2022 by John Leave a Comment

Cristobal ScarpatiCristobal Scarpati Horsemanship

Cristobal Scarpati and I met at the 2014 Horseman Reunion in Paso Robles. There, among some of the top colt-starters of the time Buster McLaury, Trevor Carter, Mary Kitzmiller, Clayton Edsel, and Buddy Uldrickson, was Cristobal’s father, Oscar. I was new to horsemanship and colt-starting. Oscar walked into the round pen with no equipment and no shoes. How was this trainer going to start this colt? Over the next three days, Oscar had his colt gentled and ready to ride. This year, his son, Cristobal Scarpati, travels to the U.S. to host a few exclusive clinics showing Scarpati Horsemanship.

Cristobal’s philosophy extends beyond the horse and into all aspects of life. He comes to share his knowledge about horses and life in his clinics. Cristobal is also available for private lessons.He is only in this country for a short time. Take this opportunity to see his work.

Links Heard in the Show

Wild Horse Diaries – Amber McGee

The Wild Hope Website

Event Page for Cristobal Scarpati Tehachapi Clinic

Scarpati Horsemanship

Cristobal Scarpati Facebook

 

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Join Us on this Journey

We want you to be a part of the show. Tell us about your horse. Share your challenges, triumphs, or just everyday items that make horse ownership unique. Create an audio file using the memo app on your phone. Or contact me and we’ll set up a time to talk on Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are an enormous part of why we do a podcast. We really love getting your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions for the show. Email us at John@WhoaPodcast.com

Thanks for listening.

John & Ranae

Episode #202

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Building Rider Confidence

May 10, 2022 by John Leave a Comment

Building Rider Confidence

Rider confidenceSamantha Shanks-Husbands knows the importance of rider confidence. Once a rider loses confidence, especially an older rider, it is extremely difficult to get it back. Samantha works with equestrians of all ages and skill levels. Her techniques help riders focus on what is important. Breathing is especially important in her program. Samantha feels that proper breathing can lead to a calmer horse as well as relax a nervous rider. Another technique she uses is creative visualization. Seeing the outcome of your ride in your mind’s eye, before the ride even occurs, can improve a rider’s confidence.

Another key to building rider confidence, Samantha believes, is groundwork. Working with your horse from the ground allows you to get to know and build a bond with your horse. Samantha talks about not being in a hurry to get on your horse if you are not a confident rider.

Two of the influences Samantha credits for her interest are Mark Rashid and Philippa Unwin

 

Links Heard on This Episode

Samantha’s Website

Contact Sam via email: sam@preparetowin.co.uk

if you would like to book a free chat: go.preparetowin.co.uk/initial

Samantha’s Facebook Page

Video for the Confident Rider Course

Welcome to Our New Sponsor

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Join Us on this Journey

We want you to be a part of the show. Tell us about your horse. Share your challenges, triumphs, or just everyday items that make horse ownership unique. Create an audio file using the memo app on your phone. Or contact me and we’ll set up a time to talk on Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are an enormous part of why we do a podcast. We really love getting your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions for the show. Email us at John@WhoaPodcast.com

Thanks for listening.

John & Ranae

Episode #200

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Johanna Sheehe and Equine Law

April 26, 2022 by John Leave a Comment

Johanna Sheehe and Equine Law

Johanna Sheehe Equine LawJohanna Sheehe has a lifelong passion for horses. Growing up on a farm, Johanna began riding around age 5. Her experience is in the English disciplines. For most of her life, she has been around Arabians, half Arabians, and national show horses. Recently, she has learned to jump horses.

But Johanna also has a passion for equine law and blended the two together. Her Florida law firm, Sheehe & Associates, P.A. , has 45 years of experience in insurance litigation. The firm’s attorneys handle equine law, first- and third-party insurance claims, and insurance coverage issues for clients at every level of state and federal court.

Attorney Johanna Sheehe is a litigator at the firm, with experience representing corporations, insurance companies, and homeowners.

She is an excellent resource for sharing her expertise in equine law. Johanna has been a featured guest in regional and national webinars. She has articles and interviews in Daily Business Review, Risk & Insurance, and Lawyer Monthly. Johanna has provided equine law expertise in Arabian Horse Times and Elite Equestrian .

She is also an Adjunct Faculty at the Florida International University College of Law in the Legal Skills and Values Program. Johanna sits on the board of a charity organization named Give Back for Special Equestrians.

Johanna Sheehe on Linkedin

 

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We want you to be a part of the show. Tell us about your horse. Share your challenges, triumphs, or just everyday items that make horse ownership unique. Create an audio file using the memo app on your phone. Or contact me and we’ll set up a time to talk on Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are an enormous part of why we do a podcast. We really love getting your feedback. Please let us know your thoughts, ideas, and suggestions for the show. Email us at John@WhoaPodcast.com

Thanks for listening.

John & Ranae

Episode #199

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