Whoa Podcast About Horses and Horsemanship

The Whoa Podcast About Horses and Horsemanship is just that - a conversation about all things horse related. Join us, John & Ranae Harrer as we explore this wonder world of equine ownership.

Equine Transportation with EquiJet

March 31, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

Equine Transportation with EquiJet

In my world, equine transportation means loading up my horse in the trailer and driving for a few hours. But I’ve often wondered what it was like for a horse being transported across the country or even around the world. What is equine transportation mean to them? What is it like for horses that qualify to get to the Olympics to compete, racehorses, or perhaps even a prize bull who moves from one ranch to another country? I remembered the first time I flew in a plane. It was kind of scary. The power you feel on takeoff, the pressure changes, and the bumpy landings are unnerving. I had an adult to explain everything was all right, but what about an animal?

On today’s show is Bastian Schroeder of EquiJet, an equine transportation company. EquiJet helps horses and livestock get from one place to another by plane. And it’s not just horses, EquiJet has even transported kangaroos and Zonkies! Bastian didn’t set off to be in the equine transportation industry. His career path was much different. Bastian discovered he had a knack for details and logistics. His love of horses helped him too. These are all key ingredients to do what it takes to navigate the maze of rules, regulations, and quarantines required to get an animal from one place to another. On today’s show we’ll look at what it is like for a horse to travel by plane.

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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 by Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are a big part of why we do this 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 #167

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Carmalee Scarpitti Overcomes Difficult Challenges

March 17, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

Carmalee Scarpitti Overcomes Difficult Challenges

Carmalee Scarpitti loves learning. In 2003, it turned her world upside down when she was in an accident with a drunk driver. Badly injured, Carmalee was in a wheelchair for months. Therapy worked to a point, but she need more help. She found a therapeutic riding center, Horses for Hope, and began with one therapeutic riding session a week. Her legs got stronger, her core strength improved too. Her progress was so impressive, she took the leap and got her own horse, Macy.

Carmalee Scarpitti wanted more and searched the internet for articles and videos on horsemanship. her thirst for information was insatiable. She kept studying, riding, and getting stronger. By a lucky draw, while on a trail ride, Camalee won a year membership to Julie Goodnight’s Horsemaster Academy. The program ignited her desire to learn more. She found the program very helpful and wanted to share her experiences with other people. Carmalee completed the Horsemaster Academy in just under a year and no is looking forward to teaching.

Pay It Forward

“Paying back” is a philosophy Carmalee is very passionate about. Whether it the horsemanship knowledge she’s learned over the years, her local 4-H Club, or the therapeutic riding center, Horses for Hope, that help her get her legs back, Carmalee Scarpitti feels it is essential to share her experience.

Links Heard on This Episode

Horses for Hope Therapeutic Riding Center
Help Carmalee Raise Money for Horses for Hope

Julie Goodnight’s Website and Link to the Horsemaster Academy

Julie Goodnight Facebook page

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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 by Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are a big part of why we do this 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 #166

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April Hardeman Rein In Your Herd Podcast

March 3, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

April Hardeman from the Rein In Your Herd Podcast

April Hardeman is a horsewoman that has lived as a military wife in Germany for the last three years. Wanting a job in the horse industry, April she started Make It Rein, a consulting company helping equine businesses negotiate the quagmire of online technology. In today’s’ podcast, April offers advice to someone in or thinking about starting an equine business. She explains the different types of social media. What is an SEO media.? What are the real “social” types of social media?

Rein Your Herd Podcast

To help people learn more about using social media, create content, and other topics related to online business, she team up with Laura Langfitt to produce the Rein In Your Herd Podcast. Laura has her own business called Unbridled Content marketing. Laura uses stories to help business create an engaged community. Recent podcast episodes like the one titled “Taking Messy Action” deal with insecurities all creators face. They also interview guests who work in the equine industry. Their podcasts go live the 1st and 3rd Fridays of the month.

Links for April and Laura

Email: hello@reininyourherd.com

Website: http://reininyourherd.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reininyourherd/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReinInYourHerd/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/reininyourherd/

About the Co-Hosts:

Laura Langfitt – https://unbridledcontentmarketing.com/

April Hardeman – https://makeitrein.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 by Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are a big part of why we do this 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 #165

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Inspiration with John Toli

February 18, 2020 by John Leave a Comment

Inspiration with John Toli

Something completely unexpected happened to John Toli. John is a regular listener of the podcast and his story involves respected horseman Buster McLaury. The whole story began with a vacation/horse clinic trip John took with his wife Lisa. John didn’t want to tell the story because he met a horseman and wanted to brag about. He wants to tell his story to inspire others to say “yes” to opportunity. John took a chance and reached out to Buster to help him train his horse. What he didn’t know was that it would lead to such a special friendship.

John wants people to know that we all have insecurities and doubts. He wants you to know how his life was enriched when he didn’t give in to those insecurities.

And that’s the wonderful thing about producing this podcast. Listeners from all over the world have reached out to me to share their thoughts and ideas. The horse has brought us together. By sharing our knowledge and experience with one another we grow. We grow not only has horse men and women but as humans. Thanks for sharing.

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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 by Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are a big part of why we do this 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 #164

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TJ Clibborn Horseman, Trainer

February 4, 2020 by John 1 Comment

TJ Clibborn Horseman, All-Around Trainer, Mustang Makeover Competitor

I received an email from listener Mercedes Tucker who told me how much TJ Clibborn helped her with her mustang Bud. She said he was a good guy, knew his stuff, and thought he would make a great guest. She was right.

TJ Clibborn has been working with horses for 40 years. He lives in Wisconsin and operating his business called A True Partnership. In 2009, he teamed up with the Mustang Heritage Foundation and since then has competed in 15 Extreme Mustang Makeover training challenges. He has trained 13 top ten finalists, one reserve champion and one grand champion. He has also trained champions in disciplines of jumping, cutting and western pleasure.

I caught up with TJ right after he finished with his horses on a snowy morning at his ranch in Deerfield. Sometimes you can get a feel for a trainer by how easy and comfortable they are to talk to. TJ is one of those people generous with both his time and his knowledge.

We cover a Wide Variety of Topics

With four decades of experience, TJ Clibborn, can talk on any horse topic. We cover the Jeffrey Method, a style of horse training from Australia. TJ saw Kel Jeffrey gentle a horse when he was a boy and knew he wanted to train horses.

Most trainers will tell you they learn the most from their most difficult horses. So, I asked TJ about his. He went on at length describing the horse, his problems and things he would do different. Then, we talk about trail trials and training. Lastly, TJ offers a bit of advice for our listeners.

Links For TJ Clibborn

TJ’s Facebook Page
A True Partnership Website

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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 by Skype or phone. Perhaps what you have to share can help someone in THEIR horse journey.

You are a big part of why we do this 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 #163

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