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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.

Ride for Cause Don Funke’s Ride For The West

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Ride for Cause

Don Funke Riding4Creation

Episode #021ride for cause

The are many types of activists and activism.  I’ve always admired people who, believing in a cause, act on that belief.  On today’s show we talk to a man who will ride for a cause, Dr. Don Funke of Bozeman Montana. Don is preparing for a 1200 mile ride on horseback to bring awareness to environmental and social concerns affecting the west. Don feels quite passionate about his life in the west and calls this a pilgrimage he feels compelled to make. I won’t try and go into the motivations here for his ride.  It’s better you visit Don’s website Riding4Creation .org and see for yourself.  Don is planning on leaving from Santa Fe, New Mexico to Bozeman, Montana on the back of a horse.  On the show we’ll talk about the details it takes to ride for 1200 miles, his horses, and equipment, and how you can help if you like.  Don is planning on leaving from Santa Fe, New Mexico to Bozeman, Montana on the back of a horse.  He will be relying on the kindness of people along the trail as well as sharing his concerns about the American West.

My Parting Shot

And, we’ll have a childhood memory I share in my Ride Into The Sunset.  Most people tell the story of how great their first experience with horses happen to be.  Mine involved much grumbling, a little yelling, and near disaster.

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Horsemanship Group – NorCal Downunder Brumbies

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Horsemanship Group

NorCal Downunder Horsemanship Brumbies

horsemanship Group

Episode #020

On today’s show we find out how others are networking to learn more about horses and horsemanship by forming a horsemanship group. Two followers of the Downunder Horsemanship Method Michael Canfield and Laurie Frohn live in Northern California. They have a love of horses and an appreciation for horsemanship.  The result was naturally to form a horsemanship group.  The two knew if they connected with other like-minded horse owners their knowledge would grow much faster. Through the No Worries Club, offered by Downunder Horsemanship, they networked with other horse owners and formed a group called the Nor Cal Downunder Brumbies. This is a real go-getter horsemanship group.  The group  meets often whether it is just a practice day or a camp out.  They love to have fun and from what I understand, they love to eat too!

On Memorial Day Weekend the NorCal Downunder Brumbies are hosting a big horsemanship group outing at the Windemere Ranch in Paicines, CA.  I understand it is a beautiful ranch and was once the home of Doc Bar.  It sounds like a not only a fantastic value, but a lot of fun too!

In the fall they are organizing a symposium with many equine professionals.  They are hoping to draw professionals from a wide range of horse-related topics that go beyond just training.  The Brumbies will bring in experts in nutrition, tack, and farrier services.  It is happening in October at the Brookside Equestrian Park.

They host many get-togethers where the members work together as a group to improve their horsemanship techniques. I caught up with Laurie and Michael recently and we talked about how the group was formed and there plans for 2014.

War

Ride Off Into The Sunset

A new feature on the Whoa Podcast, my Ride Off Into the Sunset.  This week I tackle a movie review, in particular the Steven Spielberg World War I action feature War Horse.

I’ll give you my thoughts on it and let you know if I think it’s worth giving it a look.

  Contact us

As always, we are very interested to hear what you have to say about this episode.  You can email us at: john@whoapodcast.com And, if you have any comments or suggestions for future shows, please pass them along.

Thanks for sharing these podcasts.  Our numbers are really growing and we owe it all to you, our loyal horse loving listener-ship.  You guys are the best!

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Tommie Turvey Equine Extremist

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Tommie Turvey Equine Extremist ~ Episode #019

Sorry Technical difficulties with this podcast.  We are working on it!

It was a good day in Bakersfield when I received a return email from Tommie Turvey saying he would be on the show.  My email had caught up to Tommie at the Pennsylvania Horse World Expo.  We scheduled a time we could connect once he returned home to Summerville, Georgia.  I called him at 6 am, it was 9 am Georgia time, and Tommie Turvey was in his office managing his Liberty Horse Ranch and working on the Facebook page for his Mustang Blade. (Click on the link and it will take right to Blade’s page to give it a “Like”.  You can also check out PokerJoe’s Facebook Page).  You may have seen Tommie’s YouTube video – it’s had over 4 million views.  If you have ever seen Tommie on TV or at one of his shows, you know Tommie is not only a very good rider, he is an excellent trainer.  He is an even better interview with all the stories he has to tell. Tommie shares some tales from his early years On today’s show.

Tommie TurveyWorking in the entertainment business has given Tommie Turvey a wide range of knowledge about horses and people.  Sure he can ride, but he performs stunts from the back of a horse that will make you shake your head in wonder.  (Sometimes, he’s not even on the back of the horse) I knew we would get into training tips and styles, but I really wanted to know how Tommie Turvey got to the level he is today.  We go through his early years and the time he spent at Medieval Times in Florida and Arabian Nights Dinner Theater in Florida where he talks about learning to trick ride and performing in front of an audience.  We even hear the tale of Tommie’s adventure in Paris with the Disney Wild West Show.

We touch on a number of different topics, such as training dogs and cats.  Then we find out a few things he has planned for 2014.  He is hosting an Open House at his Ranch and he will be at Equine Affaire Ohio.  I think you will really enjoy this interview with Tommie Turvey.

Ride Off Into The SunsetBullseye

A new feature on the Whoa Podcast, my Ride Off Into the Sunset.  Yes, I am trying to utilize my writing skills.  Yes, I am working on techniques of audio production.  And, yes, I am shamelessly plugging some of the things I enjoy.  But, I think you will enjoy them too.  So, this is where I’ll editorialize a bit about topics important to me.  This week I talk about podcasts. One podcast in particular that has influenced me, Bullseye with Jesse Thorn.

More Karbo Combo+ Giveaway

TheXtraScoopNo, it’s not beneath us to try and bribe you to listen. Courtney at ThextraScoop.com is doing it again. Here’s your chance to win a pound of Karbo Combo+. Hidden in this podcast is a “Word of the ‘cast”.  Listen in, find it, then email the word to info@thextrascoop.com. That’s it. You will be entered. We’ll announce the winner on a future show. If you want to learn more about how  Karbo Combo+ can help your animals check out this podcast with Dr. Smith, the creator of Karbo Combo+.

As always, we are very interested to hear what you have to say about this episode.  You can email us at: john@whoapodcast.com And, if you have any comments or suggestions for future shows, please pass them along.

Thanks for sharing these podcasts.  Our numbers are really growing and we owe it all to you, our loyal horse loving listener-ship.  You guys are the best!

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Justin Mundt Horsemanship

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Justin Mundt HorsemanshipJustin Mundt Horsemanship

Episode #018

Justin Mundt of Justin Mundt Horsemanship joins us to talk about horsemanship.  Justin got hist first horse at age twelve.  Justin talks about the hard knocks he went through and how he developed Justin Mundt Horsemanship as a way to help people build a good foundation for their horse so they can move on to another discipline.  Justin talks about his background in martial arts and how it helped him not only in his life, but his work with horses.  We go on to talk about Justin’s clinics and demonstrations.

Justin Mundt Horsemanship “No Shenanigans” horse training aims to get real lasting results for his clients.  Based on a set of  11 Laws of Horsemanship, Justin breaks down each step of the training process in a very simple, easy-to-understand, way.  Later in the show we talk about Justin’s personal horse, Vegas and the where they will be in 2014.  Justin will be the main exhibitor at Horse-O-Rama in Wisconsin in May.  Justin is also available for clinics and private lessons.  Check out Justin Mundt Horsemanship for more details.  And, be sure to check out Justin Mundt Horsemanship Facebook page.You can also get a hold of Justin by phone – (608) 354-5371 or email contact@justinmundthorsemanship.com .  And, if you want to see Justin in action, visit Justin Mundt Horsemanship on YouTube

I apologize for the less than perfect sound quality.  I’m not sure what happened.  Everything sounded great to me and I assure you Justin was calling me from an echo chamber.  Justin said he would love to come back on the show and deal with your specific issues.  I am working on a way to ad voice comments to the site, but until then you can leave your questions by calling 661-368-5530 or by emailing me at John@whoapodcast.com

Now for a Little Fun

Justin Mundt Horsemanship

My Best Friend ~ Max

Justin Mundt HorsemanshipCourtney over at the Xtrascoop has been a friend of the show since it started.  She’s always offered creative ideas and encouragement and we really appreciate it.  The Xtra Scoop is your source for Karbo Combo+ and all Karbo products.  Courtney likes to have fun, too.  We came up with a little game.  Hidden in this podcast is a “word of the cast”.  I’m not going to tell you what it is.  You have to listen.  Once you find it, email it to info@thextrascoop.com.  Include your name and address, and if your name is chosen, she will send you a one pound container FREE!  We’ll run this contest over two podcasts and pick the winner at the end of February.  Here’s your chance to try Karbo Combo+ on your animals.  We give it to our horses and dogs and I really believe it makes a difference.  Max will be 13 in May and he is still going strong.  But, if you want to find out more, I suggest you give a listen to our podcast with Dr. Smith, the formulator of Karbo Combo+.  This remains one of our most popular podcasts even a year and a half after it was first released.  (It was so long ago, it was when we still were called the DUH Podcast)  Find Dr. Smith’s podcast here.

As always, we are very interested to hear what you have to say about this episode.  You can email us at: john@whoapodcast.com And, if you have any comments or suggestions for future shows, please pass them along.

Thanks for sharing these podcasts.  Our numbers are really growing and we owe it all to you, our loyal horse loving listener-ship.  You guys are the best!

 Our Android App On Amazon

It took us awhile, but we finally got it.  Now listening to the show just got easier.  Help support the show.  Checkout our new Whoa Podcast Android App at the Amazon Store.

Porta-Grazer with Walt Tharp

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Porta-Grazer with Walt Tharp

Porta-GrazerEpisode #017.

When I received an email on the No Worries Club forums from listener Rebekah about a device that was helping her horse in a number of different ways, I was a bit skeptical.  After all, there are a lot of gimmicks out there.  But she is  a fan, and the show is about learning, so I investigated.  The product is the Porta-Grazer, a slow release feeder with a unique design.  My first visit was to the Porta-Grazer website.  It was very informative.  As with any animal, including humans, it’s not only what we eat, but when and how much.  There’s a lot of great information here and I would encourage you to look into it if your horse has any metabolic health problems.

Porta-GrazerMy next step was to contact Porta-Grazer’s owner, Walt Tharp.  Walt developed the Porta-Grazer while trying to find a way to help horses with founder who were getting too many sugar calories too quickly.  Walt talks about how he researched the problem.  Once he felt he handle on the problem, he had to come up with a solution that was durable, effective, and accounted for the individual personality each horse.  Walt’s Porta-Grazer has a number of great features.  One is a little trough for capturing the dust and sand that might be in the feed.  Another feature is the locking feed system so the horse can not get to all the feed at once.  But, I don’t want to give it all away.  Have a listen and hear Walt tell you about all the great features of the Porta-Grazer.

Walt has a few videos on the Porta-Grazer too.  You can check those out here:  Porta-Grazer video.  Find Porta-Grazer on Facebook at Facebook/Porta-Grazer.  Or contact them at 209-745-5671.

As always, we are very interested to hear what you have to say about this episode.  You can email us at: john@whoapodcast.com And, if you have any comments or suggestions for future shows, please pass them along.

Thanks for sharing these podcasts.  Our numbers are really growing and we owe it all to you, our loyal horse loving listenership.  You guys are the best!

 Our Android App On Amazon

It took us awhile, but we finally got it.  Now listening to the show just got easier.  Help support the show.  Checkout our new Whoa Podcast Android App at the Amazon Store.

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