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Christmas Greetings 2021

December 14, 2021 by John Leave a Comment

Christmas Greetings 2021

Christmas Greetings 2021I want to offer a Christmas Greeting for 2021. We had a pretty good year of shows. We began by talking with Dan Dauphin about bits. Dan has since begun his own podcast and is killing it with loads of great content. I hope you’ll check out his Adult Onset Horsemanship Podcast.

We talked to my friend, Joanne Galbraith, who at 82 is still actively riding and full of stories growing up with horses. I really enjoy talking with some of the more – how to say it – riders in their golden years. People like Nancy McKnight who taught hundreds of children about horses through the Pony Club organization. And we visited Michelle Gilles, horsewoman and trainer, working to promote women and Horses.

We explored new disciplines like Horseback Archery and competitive trail riding. My conversation with the owner of Billy Cook Saddle, Adam Trenk, about saddle making in today’s market had some great history about this respected company.

We explored travel with Kate Pilcher and mounted drill teams with Dust n Diamonds. And, we learned more about show judging with AQHA and NRCHA judges Patti Carter and Bill Enk.

There were these and many more episodes you may want to check out if you haven’t heard them all.

I’ve got plans for more interviews for 2022. As of this recording, COVID Omicron is on the rise. We have plans to travel and record episodes with trainers and at events. We may have to wait and see how it all plays out. The whole situation makes me so much more thankful that I have and can enjoy my horses. When I’m out on the trail with my horse, the rest of the world simply fades into the background.

If you have any suggestions, comments, or ideas for the show, know you can send an email to John@WhoaPodcast.com. I answer every single one.

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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

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Dust n’ Diamonds Mounted Drill Team

November 16, 2021 by John Leave a Comment

Dust n’ Diamonds Mounted Drill Team

Dust n' Diamonds Mounted Drill TeamToday, we are out at Rancho Rio Equestrian Center with the leaders of the local equestrian drill team, Dust n’ Diamonds Mounted Drill Team. Shawna Pendley is the choreographer and drill master and Marilyn Morphis, “Mo”, is her eyes on the ground. On a side-note — we are outside the main arena before the drill team practice. There’s traffic, planes and even fire engines that tried to invade our interview. Trying to get good sound was definitely challenging. I handled the sound duties and enlisted, (more like drafted), Ranae for interview duties. The three women did an outstanding job.

Dust n’ Diamonds Mounted Drill Team has performed at rodeos, fairs, and special events for nearly 30 years. The team competes at the big drill team competition in Reno. If you’ve ever seen an equestrian drill team, you’re going to love this behind-the-scenes look at the Dust n’ Diamonds Equestrian Drill Team. Could you hear how much Shawna & Mo love this team? Their energy is infectious. And what a wonderful, safe place they provide women to have fun with their horses.

 If you would like to help – either financially, to ride or otherwise – contact Mo at (661) 549-1289. I’ll have links, photos and more information at Whoa Podcast dot com. 

Links Heard in this Episode

Dust n’ Diamonds Mounted Drill Team Facebook Page

Looking to help. Contact Marilyn Morphis at (661) 549-1289.

Thursday Night Practices, 6 PM, held at:

Ranch Rio Equestrian Center
5320 Peacock Park Ln,
Bakersfield, CA 93308

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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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Episode #193

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Listener Stories and Paso Finos

August 24, 2021 by John Leave a Comment

Listener Stories and Paso Finos

paso FinoAfter listening to my podcast about the health issues I had with my Quarter Horse mare, Jessie, Vicky Gormanly emailed me to tell me about her Paso Fino, River. We talked about her search for the right horse. Vicky wanted a Paso Fino and, after a long search thought she had found the perfect horse for her. The mare came from a reputable stable, RY Farms. She had ridden the horse, then had her vetted. A friend helped her transport River to her new home at Happy Trails Farms in Danbury, CT.  On Vicky’s first ride at the new stable, River showed up lame. This began an odyssey of vet visits and tough decisions.

If you own a horse, you’re going to have situations like this. Vicky was generous to tell us her story and how she came to make the choices she did. Thankfully, Vicky had a trusted friend at her barn, a reputable seller, and a good vet. Today, River and Vicky are happy trail riding the Connecticut/New York area.

More About Paso Finos

The story pique my interest in gaited horses. Were gaited horses trained that way? What were their origins? I connected with Roey Yaloz of RY Farms. They specialize in Paso Fino horses. Roey told be about the origins of the Paso and why their “gait” is the easiest way for them to move. Roey also covered the three categories of the breed and some of their personality traits.

Links heard in this Episode

Happy Trails Farms in Danbury, CT on Facebook

RY Farms on Facebook

Website for RY Farms (Roey Yaloz)

Paso Fino Horse Association

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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 #190

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Nancy McKnight and Pony Club

June 15, 2021 by John 1 Comment

Nancy McKnight and Pony Club

Nancy McKnightKelly McKnight emailed me to say his mother, Nancy, would be a delightful guest on the podcast. Nancy McKnight is 89 years old and spent much of her adult life helping children learn horses and horsemanship through her affiliation with the US Pony Club. The mission statement of the Pony Club is:

The United States Pony Clubs, Inc. is an educational organization which builds the foundations of teamwork and sportsmanship through riding, mounted sports, care of horses and ponies, while developing and enhancing leadership, confidence, responsibility, and a sense of community in its youth and adult members.

Nancy’s father was a dealer in farm machinery. Farmers were trading in their horses for modern implements. Nancy’s father would take the horses in trade, give them to Nancy and her sister to work with a while, then sell them. When Nancy had children of her own, she wanted them to share her love of horses. To fill in her horsemanship knowledge, Nancy turned to the United States Pony Club and its teachings. She began a chapter of the organization in Northern California. Later, when she moved to Willamette, Oregon, she began a chapter there.

Nancy taught countless children about horses. She has wonderful memories and stories to tell about her experiences teaching children through Pony Club.

Nancy McKnight

Nancy remains active riding a different type of horsepower.

Thanks to Kelly of McKnight Farms for contacting me about his mother. She is a very special woman.

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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 #187

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Brett Wright Low-Stress Cattle Operation

June 1, 2021 by John Leave a Comment

Brett Wright Low-Stress Cattle Operation

Brett WrightBrett Wright has a cow/calf operation in Oklahoma. Three years ago he changed things up. Instead of using motorized vehicles to move his cattle, he switched to horses. The results impressed him. Brett looked for ways to improve his horsemanship and recently attended a Martin Black cow-working clinic.

Brett is a listener of the Whoa Podcast. He emailed me wanting to talk about being a rancher and his life with horses. His passion for his work really impressed me. It’s fascinating to hear about the life of a rancher. Brett has had several fresh adventures including a pack trip along the Lewis and Clark Trail. In the middle of the trip, Brett found himself invited to a cattle drive.

If you would like to learn more about Brett or life as a rancher in Oklahoma, it is easy. Brett Wright blogs about the ranching life on ISpeakCow.com and produces inspirational videos on his YouTube Channel. Reading his blog and watching his videos offers insight into the life of the people who produce the food for our dinner table. It’s good to learn more about their operation.

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 #186

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