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Coming Back To Horses Susan Hoskins

May 21, 2019 by John Leave a Comment

Coming Back To Horses

Women are coming back to horses after raising a family. There is a lot of life left after your children leave the nest. Many people use these “Golden Years” to follow their dreams of once again owning a horse.

Long-time listener Susan Hoskins raised eight children. As they gradually left home to lead their own lives, Susan saw the writing on the wall. She would need something to fill the void – both of time and passion – that her family left behind. Coming back to horses is a dream come true.

Challenges

But, things are always easier the second time around. Mother Nature imposes some physical restrictions on the second half century of life. While it was not always easy, Susan overcame many of those challenges. She shares her tips on this episode.

Susan’s Suggestions if You’re Coming Back to Horses

Susan sent me a great email with many of the items we talked about on the show. She added this note: “I am not associated with these companies / organizations, except that I have purchased some of them.”

~ Booma Rein – https://boomarein.com/

I use this and am weaning off of it. The owner of this little business started it because she witnessed or knew of a rider that died from an accident involving a horse at high speed that dropped the reins while barrel racing.

~ Horse Holster –https://thehorseholster.com/

NOW I wear my phone on my person! ha ha I can still hear my trainer laughing about this with that “told ya” tone about her! UGH

~ Landsafe –https://landsafeequestrian.com/

This company sells safety equipment. They also travel around doing clinics on “How to Fall”. They teach you using a horse simulator with giant, thick mats. This equips you to fall in a way that potentially minimizes injury. Also builds confidence from fear of falling. With practice you develop muscle memory.

~ Pre twisted / swivel stirrups are a great idea for those with knee-replacement. Or just knee problems.

~ Cushioned saddles can encourage more time in the saddle.

Join Us on this Journey

I’m not the best community builder. I will need your help for that. I’m not the best at conversation. Let’s change it up together. I hope you will join me.

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. You can email us at John@WhoaPodcast.com

Thanks for listening,

John & Ranae

Episode #143

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The Mustang, The Movie

March 19, 2019 by John Leave a Comment

The Mustang, The Movie

Matthias Schoenaerts stars as Roman Coleman in Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre’s THE MUSTANG, a Focus Features release.
Credit: Tara Violet Niami / Focus Features

We talk to French filmmaker and director of the just-released movie, The Mustang, Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre. If you’re a listener to this show, we know you love horses. However, many of you have had some tough horses to deal with. It doesn’t matter whether your horse is a wild mustang or one of the domestic breeds, one thing we’ve probably all had to deal with is our relationship with the horse. The Mustang takes this relationship to the limit with a prison inmate and a tough-as-nails wild horse.

Back in August of 2017, we interviewed Joe Misner who runs the RCC Wild Horse Program for the Sacramento Sheriff’s office. We talked about the symbiotic relationship between the BLM Wild Horse Management and the prison system. In taking responsibility for the care and training of horses, these inmates learn not only horsemanship, but how their attitude, actions, and body language affects the world around them in both the horse world and the human world. The recidivism rate for inmates in the program is substantially lower than those in other programs. You would think more prisons would take advantage of this.

Exploring the Plot

In the movie The Mustang, a hardened, angry criminal – just looking to do his time and get out – is paired with a wild horse freshly plucked by the BLM and thrown into his own prison system. Now, it might be argued that neither the prisoner or the horse did anything other than what nature taught them to do, but they both found themselves in the same predicament – stuck behind the prison fences. Could they rely on one another to help them work their way through this situation?

Bruce Dern stars as Myles in Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre’s THE MUSTANG, a Focus Features release.
Credit: Tara Violet Niami / Focus Features

Director Laure de Clermont-Tonnerre spent years researching and working on the script for this movie. We sat down over Skype on a recent afternoon and talked about what it was like making this movie. The Mustang was released last Friday and I know you will enjoy watching it. Also, check out the BLM website about their Wild Horse & Burro Program. Far too many horses in this country will spend their entire lives behind the fences of holding facilities.

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Episode #139

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Australian Squatter Coffey

October 23, 2018 by John 1 Comment

Squatter Coffey

Life has been a bit hectic of late. Many months ago I received an email suggesting I have an Australian by the name of Squatter Coffey on the show. As I do with all your suggestions, I try to contact the person and see if they want to be on the show. Squatter did agree to come on the show, but we couldn’t find a convenient time.

You see, Squatter Coffey lives way out in a “rural” area of Australia. The time difference would have one of us up in the middle of the night. We agreed that we would get together when his season changed. It’s just now turning spring in Australia and Squatter, who owns and operates a bush trail riding company, is entering his good riding season.

A Life with Horses

Squatter Coffey has been riding horses so long he doesn’t remember “learning” how to ride. He has just always ridden. Squatter grew up in a family of horses. His 6 siblings are all in the horse business. Squatter raced horse, worked on stations and has done just about everything you can do on a horse.

While it’s sometimes difficult to find something to talk about, Squatter and I share a common love of horses and horsemanship. He has some good stories and he shares his experiences on the show. I hope you enjoy Squatter Coffey.

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Episode #137

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Talking about Large Animal Emergencies

September 4, 2018 by John 2 Comments

Last year we had the privilege of attending the Best Horse Practices Summit in Durango, Colorado. While we couldn’t make it this year, we wanted to see what they had in store.

Maddy Butcher joins to talk about who will be presenting this year and what they will be talking about. This is a very special event that focuses on scientific evidence designed to inspire you to reach for higher levels of your horsemanship.

Find out more about the Best Horse Practices Summit 2018.

Are You Ready for an Emergency?

One of the presenters at this year’s Summit is Rebecca Gimenez/Husted of Technical Large Animal Rescue.

Rebecca instructs a wide variety of professionals and the public about being prepared for large animal emergencies. She hands out a few tips on things you can do to keep your horse safe.

On a side note, after this interview Ranae and I ran a fire drill to see how long it took us to get the trailer hooked up and our three horses loaded in to our two horse warm blood trailer. We made it in less than 12 minutes on the first run. And, it did uncover some problems and other details we need to work on to improve our preparedness.

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Episode #135

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FJ Thomas Returns

December 19, 2017 by John Leave a Comment

FJ Thomas Returns

Jewel Thomas releases her 2nd children’s book, Pedro’s Problemo.

FJ “Jewel” Thomas is an avid horsewoman, an author of both novels and children’s books, and a wonderful friend of the Whoa Podcast. We spoke with FJ after the release of her first novel, Lost Betrayal, nearly two years ago. Since then she has written two children’s books, a couple of more novels, and is working on a screenplay. Her latest children’s book, Pedro’s Problemo, is illustrated by a ten-year-old. It’s a cool little story for kids.

Because FJ has been around horses her entire life, her stories include details about horses and horsemanship that are accurate and realistic. She writes what she knows – horses.

In addition to her other endeavors, FJ continues to bring awareness of women’s issues with her blog Cowgirls with Curves. Her site offers tips for women in horsemanship, fitness, diet, and exercise. She is very aware of the motivation some women need to pursue their horsemanship goals.

And, FJ Thomas is an avid horsewoman. She rides. competes, offers clinics, and is a judge in the show world. I’m not sure how she finds time for everything. This girl has a motor and is an inspiration.

Links Heard on the FJ Thomas Podcast

Amazon Link to F.J. Thomas Novels

Amazon Link to Jewel Thomas Children’s Books

Cowgirls with Curves Website

Cowgirls with Curves Facebook

Talking in the Barn – Blog

FJ Thomas Facebook Page

Jewel Thomas Facebook Page

On Twitter as:

@F_J_Thomas

@Cowgirl_Curves

@Jewel_Thomas_PB

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Episode #131

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