The Dressage Radio Show

Dressage Today S7 E3: Interview With Noel Williams

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 06:00:00 -0400

This month, Aviva and Stephany interview Noel Williams of Noel Williams Dressage, based in Maryland. They catch up with what has been going on with each other – Mary Wanless, Maui and an exciting trip coming up (or going down centerline!) for Stephany, and a bittersweet sharing for Aviva. In the Ask the L, they discuss what is needed to have a successful move from Training to First Levels – thanks to Deana for the question!

The daughter of George and Roberta Williams, Noel Williams grew up around classical and high performance dressage. Noel has been riding and competing all of her life with an Olympic Dream at heart. Noel is a USEF “R” Dressage Judge, and is currently in the USEF “r” DSHB Judge’s Program. She has trained and competed numerous horses from young horses to FEI Grand Prix.

Noel is a USDF Bronze, Silver and Gold Medalist. A member of the 2007 NAJYRC Silver Medal team (Region 2), and the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage Team Championships Gold Medal, Noel was also the 2005 USEF Junior Dressage National Champion on the Hanoverian stallion Pik L.

Noel aspires to continue her career on the international stage and to represent Team USA in competition. Noel's greatest passion is starting and developing young horses, especially stallions, to campaign them through the CDI levels.

In the interview, Aviva and Stephany get the benefit of Noel’s super humor, her history of riding and her boundless enthusiasm for our sport. It was great getting to know her and her belief system, and we wish her all the best!

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Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

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Guest: Noel Williams of Noel Williams Dressage

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789: Susanne Hamilton, FEI Judge, Aoife Leggett, Performance Coach, Mindset, Kevin Kohmann, FEI World Cup

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400

Reese and Megan sit down with newly minted FEI 3★ judge Susanne Hamilton to talk about her journey through the Fédération Équestre Internationale system and what it truly takes to reach this prestigious level.

Next, Reese and Megan chat with Aoife Leggett about her work in high performance coaching and breathwork. Aoife breaks down how riders can better manage pressure, regulate their nervous system, and improve performance in and out of the show ring.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 789:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Aoife Leggett - Website | Instagram
Guest: Susanne Hamilton - Website | Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: How to Ride the Horse You thought you Bought by Anne Buchanan
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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788: USDF Report with Amy Ekelman, Anne Sushko on Volunteering, Shannon Warner Reports on CA Season

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 12:24:00 -0400

Amy Ekelman, Senior Education Administrative & Programs Coordinator at the USDF, shares the latest news from USDF and highlights educational opportunities. USDF Gold Medal trainer Shannon Warner to talks about heading west for a winter season of training and competition in California. The Dressage Foundation's Judith Noone Volunteer Award recipient Anne Sushko, shares her experiences in the dressage community and what this recognition means to her.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 788:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Amy Ekelman, USDF r. Education Administrative & Programs Coordinator - Facebook
Guest: Shannon Warner - Facebook
Guest: Anne Sushko - Facebook
Book Club: How to Ride the Horse You thought you Bought by Anne Buchanan
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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788: West Coast Happenings: Dr. Ulf & Eva Moller Symposium, Rebecca Rigdon, Ashlyn De Groot, Mckensie Milburn

Sat, 28 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0400

This episode dives into the California dressage scene!

We chat with Ashlyn De Groot Dodge about being selected for the Dr. Ulf & Eva Möller Young Horse Symposium and riding her amazing horse Odessa, sharing her experience and key takeaways. Next, McKenzie Milburn talks about her experiences at the symposium and the 2026 USEF Dressage Training Series – West Coast in Del Mar, CA, giving insight into high-level competition and training. Finally, we hear from a high-performance rider Rebecca Rigdon on organizing, riding, and everything involved in the Young Horse Symposium, offering a behind-the-scenes look at being super woman!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 788:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Ashlyn De Groot Dodge - Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Mckenzie Milborn - Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Rebecca Rigdon- Website | Facebook
Book Club: How to Ride the Horse You thought you Bought by Anne Buchanan
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, DressageToday+, & USRider!

Dressage Today S7 E2: Our Inaugural Hometown Hero Interview with Anne Mouen Stahl

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0400

In this month’s episode, Stephany and Aviva interview their first Hometown Hero, Anne Mouen Stahl. With more than forty years of experience teaching both amateur and professional riders, Anne has come to appreciate the profound importance of establishing a strong, reliable foundation in every rider’s training. She has been fortunate to train horses and riders through every level of dressage, from Training Level to Grand Prix. This breadth of experience has given her a deep understanding of how to guide riders in the correct execution of dressage exercises as they advance—from the early education of the young horse to the refined work required of the elite dressage athlete.

Anne has a wide background of Dressage education, from riding at Morven Park International Equestrian Center after college to working with various trainers at Tempel Lippizans to her favorite mentor Juan Matute, and has a deep love of bringing horses of all types along, whether they were the typical or atypical horse for Dressage. She uses a progressive, gymnastic approach to developing the dressage horse allows riders to gain a clear and lasting understanding of the fundamental principles of training under her careful systematic training.

We enjoyed getting to know Anne, and we thank Nancy Gilby for submitting her as her hero!

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Guest: Anne Mouen Stahl, Rosehill Dressage

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787: Ruth Hogan Poulsen, The Dressage Rider's Journal, Carly Collari, Meagan Davis, FL Season

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Reese & Megan bring you three thoughtful and inspiring conversations from across the dressage community — from goal-setting and mindset, to perseverance, to top-level competition success.

Reese and Megan kick things off with Ruth Hogan Poulsen, creator of The Dressage Rider’s Journal 2026. Ruth shares the inspiration behind the journal, how riders can use reflection and intention to support their training, and why mindset and consistency are just as important as time in the saddle. A great conversation for riders at every level looking to be more thoughtful and purposeful in their training year.

Next, we sit down with Carly, who shares her personal journey in the dressage industry and what perseverance has meant throughout her career. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, Carly runs her own farm and training program and talks candidly about the challenges, growth, and determination it takes to build something of your own — and keep going when the path isn’t easy.

We wrap up the episode with Meagan Davis, who reflects on her incredible Florida season with her homebred partner Toronto Lightfoot. Meagan shares highlights from the season, what went into their preparation, and what it means to see long-term development pay off in the show ring. An inspiring look at partnership, patience, and performance at the top level.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 787:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Ruth Holgen Paulson - Book | Facebook
Guest: Carly Collari - Website | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Meagan Davis - Website | Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: How to Ride the Horse You thought you Bought by Anne Buchanan
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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Dressage Today Season 7 Episode 1: REVISIT Interview with Chelsea Canedy from Season 2 Episode 13 on August 4th, 2021

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0400

This month, we are bringing back an older interview from Stephanie Ruff and Aviva, where they interviewed Chelsey Canedy. The reason we are revisiting this interview is that Chelsey has a new book out, and we are looking forward to getting her BACK on the podcast to talk to us about her latest book. We thought it would be great for people to hear her original story so they could be up to date when we interview her later this year. Whether you heard it on the original interview or this is your first time hearing about Chelsey, we hope you enjoy this podcast! As always, if you enjoy the content we put out, please subscribe, hit the like button and share with your friends!

We have received a few more L questions, but please keep them coming! You can submit L questions to Stephany or Aviva at any of their social media handles listed below!

Dressage Today S7 E1 Show Notes:

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com) | Plus, look them both up on Facebook!

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Guest: Chelsey Canedy

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Mentioned in this episode:

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786: Masterclass, Genay Vaughn, FEI 5*, Hannah Irons, FEI Trainers Conference

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0400

Reese and Megan kick off the show with a Florida season update and a conversation with Genay Vaughn to talk about her and Gino’s personal-best performances in the CDI 5*. Genay shares insight into their preparation, mindset, and what it means to achieve top results at the highest level of the sport. Reese and Megan chat with Hannah Irons about her experience riding in the FEI Trainers Conference at High Meadow Farm, led by Olympic gold medalist Heike Kemmer and renowned judge Christof Umbach. Hannah reflects on the education, atmosphere, and value of learning from world-class horsemen. Hannah also recapped the wildly successful master class featuring dressage legends Kyra Kyrklund, Catherine Dufour, and Jan Brink. They discuss key takeaways, rider impact, and what made this educational event such a standout.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 786:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Genay Vaughn: Website | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Hannah Irons: Website | Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: How to Ride the Horse You thought you Bought by Anne Buchanan
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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785: New Year, New Goals, Staying Motivated, Jordan LaPlaca, Mackensie Peer

Thu, 15 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0400

We chat with FEI trainer Jordan LaPlaca about the importance of mental health, balance, and physical strength for riders, and how prioritizing the human side of the partnership can improve performance, confidence, and longevity in the sport. The conversation highlights how rider wellness directly affects the horse and why caring for the rider should be viewed as essential, not optional.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 785:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Jordan LaPlaca | Facebook
Guest: Mackenzie Peer | Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: How to Ride the Horse You thought you Bought by Anne Buchanan
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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Corrected 784: Pres Reinig with Insights from USDF Convention, Dr. Manfredi Talks Endocrine Disease, New Book Club

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 15:31:00 -0400

The episode begins with highlights from the USDF Book Club panel, where Reese and Megan sat with author, Beth Baumert of When Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage. Together, they explore the powerful role of mindset, communication, and partnership in dressage — and what it truly means when horse and rider come together as one. Megan and Reese catch up with USDF President Kevin Reinig, who shares insights from the convention and offers a look ahead at what’s coming for USDF in 2026 and beyond, including key initiatives and future direction for the organization. To wrap up the episode, Reese and Megan sit down with Dr. Jane Manfredi for an important conversation inspired by her talk about endocrine disease and the equine athlete at the USDF Convention. Dr. Manfredi breaks down how hormonal health impacts performance, longevity, and overall well-being, offering valuable insights for riders, trainers, and owners alike. This episode brings together education, leadership, and horse health — all from the heart of the USDF Convention.

Tune in and enjoy the ride with us!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 784:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: USDF President Kevin Reinig | Facebook
Guest: Dr. Jane Manfredi
Book Club: Begin and Begin Again by Denny Emerson
Bonus Book: How Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage - Beth Baumert
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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Dressage Today S6 E13: Aviva and Stephany Catch Up on Their Travels!

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0400

This month is a little different for a couple of reasons – first, we do not have Ask the L question for the first time in a long time! Please, loyal listeners, send us your burning questions about showing, your tests, a specific movement or anything else that Aviva can answer in that segment!

We introduce our new segment, Hometown Heroes – we are interested in hearing form our listeners about people in their world that have been a positive influence In their dressage journey. Even if they are not typical dressage people, send us your favorite hometown hero. We will select some of our favorites across 2026 and interview them!

Aviva tells us all about her 5 day whirlwind tour of Israel, from the riders and horses to the amazing landscapes and the food – oh my goodness, the food! You can practically taste it through the recording!

Stephany recaps her time at USDF Convention, including some potential rule changes that might affect you (we will know more after January!). We talk about the purpose and importance of Convention, reasons to go, and why it may be changing in the future.

All in all, it is great to catch up with the ladies, and we encourage you to have a listen!

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Dressage Today S6 E13 Show Notes:

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com) | Plus, look them both up on Facebook!

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Link: TDF Auction

Link: Video Subscription Site

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

783: US Open, Kristina Harrison, Beth Baumert, and great gift ideas for the Holidays!

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Reese and Megan dive into two inspiring conversations you won’t want to miss!

First, they sit down with author and dressage expert Beth Baumert to explore her book How Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage. Beth shares powerful insights on the rider–horse connection, mental clarity in the saddle, and how thoughtful communication creates harmony in training. Her perspective brings a whole new dimension to the dressage partnership.

Then, the conversation shifts to elite competitor Kristina Harrison, who joins the show to talk about her unforgettable experience riding in the first-ever U.S. Open for the sport of Dressage. Kristina walks us through the atmosphere, the pressure, the preparation, and what it meant to represent the sport on such an incredible stage. It’s an episode full of inspiration, education, and stories that celebrate the heart of dressage.

Tune in and enjoy the ride with us!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 783:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Beth Baumert - Facebook
Guest: Kristina Harrison Website | Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: Begin and Begin Again by Denny Emerson
Bonus Book: How Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage - Beth Baumert
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy!
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782: Carl Hester, Marie Medosi, Lauren Chumley, Michael Bragdell

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0400

We kick things off with Marie Medosi, who shares her incredible experience riding with Carl Hester at the Harvest Dressage Masterclass held recently at Galway Downs. Next, we dive into a roundtable discussion with Lauren Chumley and Michael Bragdell, exploring insights on young horse development and training the next generation of trainers!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 782:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Marie Medosi | Facebook | Website | Instagram
Guest: Lauren Chumley - Website | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Michael Bragdell | Website | Facebook
Book Club: Begin and Begin Again by Denny Emerson
Bonus Book: How Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage - Beth Baumert
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy!
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Dressage Today S6 E12: Learning About The Dressage Foundation with Jenny Jones and Sara Weiss!

Tue, 25 Nov 2025 09:46:00 -0400

It’s November, the month to be thankful. Aviva and Stephany open the podcast with the things that they are thankful for in their worlds.

In the Ask the L segment, Aviva talks about the 2x coefficient on the tests, where it shows up, why it shows up and what it should tell you!

In this month’s episode, Aviva and Stephany speak with Jenny and Sara from The Dressage Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization, whose mission is to cultivate and provide financial support for the advancement of dressage in the United States. Jenny and Sara tell us how they each started with TDF, and the background of TDF as an organization. We learn about all sorts of fascinating programs available to riders of all ages and levels, and how passionate TDF is about helping the sport of Dressage continue to bloom and flourish. Jenny and Sara tell us how to go about looking at the various grants, applying for them and how the grants have made many people’s horse dreams come true! We also get information on how to give back to TDF, with the various ways to donate. It was a terrific interview with Jenny and Sara, and their enthusiasm for helping Dressage riders of all levels was contagious! Take a listen, you might find yourself applying for a grant!

As a side note – we did not get to share the big news about TDF’s upcoming online Auction, which starts November 23rd and runs through December 7th. There are over 170 items for auction, from custom riding boots, clothing, lessons with various people, clinics, horse goods, books and more! To give you an extra little boost to check it out, both Aviva and Stephany donated services to support TDF – go check it out and put a bid on something today!

To check out the TDF Auction: http://www.32auctions.com/TDFAuction2025

Dressage Today S6 E12 Show Notes:

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Link: TDF Auction

Link: Video Subscription Site

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

781: US Dressage Finals, Lauren Chumley, Mila Perry, USDF, President, Kevin Reinig

Sat, 15 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -0400

The Dressage Radio Show – All Things US Dressage Finals! It’s that exciting time of year — the US Dressage Finals are here! Reese and Megan dive into all things Finals with a great lineup of guests. First, they chat with USDF President Kevin Reinig, who shares insights on this year’s event and the continued growth of dressage nationwide. Then, Lauren Chumley joins the conversation to talk about her incredibly successful show — both for herself and her team. She shares her approach, highlights, and what makes the Finals so special. Finally, Adult Amateur Mila Perry tells the inspiring story of her first-ever Finals experience, competing at Training & First Levels and becoming a Champion!

Whether you’re headed to the show grounds or following from home, this episode captures the excitement, dedication, and community that make US Dressage Finals unforgettable. Tune in for motivation, stories, and insights from riders at every level!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 781:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Mila Perry - Facebook
Guest: Lauren Chumley - Website | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Kevin Reinig - Website | Facebook
Book Club: Begin and Begin Again by Denny Emerson
Bonus Book: How Two Minds Meet: The Mental Dynamics of Dressage - Beth Baumert
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, and USRider!
Photo credit: Mila Perry

780: Roz Kinstler, USDF Chair of Youth Program committee, Bailey Cook, USDF development Programs, Ashley Rand

Thu, 30 Oct 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Roz Kinstler, Chair of the USDF Youth Programs Committee and Region 2 Representative to the USDF FEI Junior/Young Rider Committee, discusses the growth of youth programs and the importance of mentorship in developing future dressage riders. Next, Bailey Cook, USDF Faculty Member and leader at Megan’s recent Teaching Seminar, shares her perspective on instructor education and the value of building strong teaching foundations within the sport. Finally, Ashley Rand-Torres introduces her exciting new equestrian apparel line, Macha Sports, and talks about designing functional, stylish clothing that meets the needs of today’s riders.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 780:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Roz Kinstler
Guest: Bailey Cook - Website | Facebook
Guest: Ashley Rand-Torres - Website | Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: Begin and Begin Again by Denny Emerson
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, and USRider!

Dressage Today S6 E11: Catching up with Aviva and Stephany

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this month’s episode, Aviva and Stephany catch up with each other, talking about their latest wins, losses and learns. Stephany shares her experience at Regional Championships and Aviva shares some very exciting news about going to Israel! In addition to these big moments, Stephany talks about her 2 latest articles that came out, one on DressageToday.com and one in print In Practical Horseman. As the year is speeding by, they both thought it would be a good thing to simply stop and appreciate the time together, sharing with our listeners!

We didn’t forget your Ask the L Question, though! Stephany asked Aviva her thoughts on how to best use the time around the outside of the arena, both before and after the bell has rung. Aviva gave us great tips on what is ok, what should be avoided, and what to do if the horse has a “moment” as you are about to enter the arena!

All in all, it is a great smaller episode, and we hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed recording it!

Dressage Today S6 E11 Show Notes:

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Link: Video Subscription Site

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

779: Dressage at Devon, FEI, CDI, Breed Show, Susanne Owen Hurtt, Stacy Brass

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0400

The Dressage at Devon Report!! Reese & Megan bring you highlights straight from one of the most iconic dressage shows in the U.S. - Dressage at Devon. First, they chat with Susanne Owen Hurtt about her experience at Devon and her unique perspective as commentator!! Then, they catch up with Stacy Brass, who shares her behind-the-scenes stories of what it's like to be a handler in the prestigious breed show.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 779:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Susanne Owen Hurtt - Facebook | Website
Guest: Stacy Brass - Facebook | Website
Book Club: Begin and Begin Again by Denny Emerson
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, and Equestrian+!

TIMESTAMPS:

Susanne Owen Hurtt - 8:40
Stacy Brass - 50:55

Dressage Today: Interview with Kathy Connelly, Part Two

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Aviva and Stephany catch up about what they have been doing, including some interesting conversation about Stephany’s Fourth Level Freestyle with Dante. Aviva tackles a difficult Ask the L question from Cass about horses being behind the bridle in the show arena, and gives us some different things to think about in relation to that! In our interview, both of the ladies got to chat with Kathy, and it was more of the magic that makes her Kathy Connelly! We get a little more insight into some of the many hats Kathy wears around the Dressage world. Kathy also gives her take on what makes great students and horsemen, and helps us to remember why we started doing this in the first place! It is another magical time with Kathy, and we can’t wait for you to take a listen!

As always, we are grateful to our sponsors. Remember, if you like what you hear, hit the Like button AND the Subscribe button, so you don’t miss an episode!

Dressage Today S6 E10 Show Notes:

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Guest: Kathy Connelly | Email Kathy (KathyConnellyavf@aol.com)

Link: Video Subscription Site

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

778: Kate Poulin, Caitlin Heinz, Carrie Wilson, Arabian Nationals, USDF Region 2 Championships

Tue, 30 Sep 2025 06:00:00 -0400

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 778:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Kate Poulin - Facebook | Website | Instagram |
Guest: Caitlin Heinz
Guest: Carrie Wilson - Facebook | Website
Book Club: 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses by Jec Ballou
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, and Horse Radio Network!

TIMESTAMPS:

Kate Poulin Interview - 14:35

Caitlin Heinz Interview - 34:58

Carrie Wilson Interview - 44:34

777: Mandy Endfinger, USDF Silver medal, Christina Morin- Graham, FOC, Sienna Busking, Para, Champions

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Reese & Megan chat with participating instructor Karen Nielsen on the USDF Riding Seminar hosted at Megan's farm. Then, it's all about the North American Young Champions! Alicia Berger on her winning the U25 division and Grace Christianson on being the 1st Champion in the inaugural Children's division.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 777:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Mandy Endfinger - Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Christina Morin- Graham
Guest: Sienna Busking - Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses by Jec Ballou
Dressage Radio Show: Website|Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, and Horse Radio Network!

TIMESTAMPS:

08:05 - Mandy Interview
28:45 - Christina Interview
49:25 - Sienna Interview

776: Karen Nielsen, Alicia Berger, Grace Christianson, USDF, Riding Seminars, NAYC, Juniors, U25

Sat, 30 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 776:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Karen Nielsen - karen@sidneyme.net
Guest: Alicia Berger - aliciakberger@icloud.com | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Grace Christianson -jackpot183@aol.com | Facebook
Book Club: 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses by Jec Ballou
Dressage Radio Show: Website|Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, and Horse Radio Network!

TIMESTAMPS:

Karen Interview: 28:09
Alicia Interview: 38:13
Grace Interview: 51:13

Dressage Today S6 E9: Imposter Syndrome with Dr. Wendy Rice

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 09:20:00 -0400

Intro and Ask the L – Aviva and Stephany catch up and talk about the heat and how they are each dealing with it. In the Ask the L segment, Aviva answers a question from Sarah about what to do if your horse does a flying change in a 2nd level test instead of the proscribed movement.

Interview with Dr. Wendy Rice – Aviva and Stephany get to know Dr. Wendy, how she got to be a psychologist and how she decided to blend her career with her love of horses and riding. They cover a wide variety of reasons why and how imposter syndrome can come into someone’s life, where it originated from and who it can affect. Dr. Wendy gives some great tips for how to help yourself with this sometimes crippling thought process, and how to be your own best friend when it comes to success, both in and out the barn and the arena!

Dressage Today S6 E9 Show Notes:

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com) of SerendipityDressage

Guest: Dr. Wendy Rice

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

775: Stacy Hastings, Megan Ward, FEI Certification, USDF Instructor Certification, Book Club, Young Riders Championship, Lexi Kment

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Reese & Megan chat with Stacey Hastings on her weekend at Reese's for the first FEI 'A' Certification! Next, up Megan met Megan Ward at a horse show this last weekend, the president of the Eastern Iowa Dressage & Eventing Association, who are the winners of the 2024 GMO Participation Award of the USDF Book Club!! Last, we are so exited to speak with the newest YR Individual Champion at the North America Young Rider Championships, Lexi Kment!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 775:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Stacey Hastings - Website | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Megan Ward - Website | Facebook
Guest: Lexi Kment - Facebook
Book Club: 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses by Jec Ballou
Dressage Radio Show: Website|Facebook
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TIMESTAMPS:

7:50 - Stacy Hastings
29:30 - Megan Ward
41:20 - Lexi Kment
52:28 - Book Club

774: Patty Meyer, Aachen, Jenny Carol, National Pony Cup, Jessica Nilles, Rider Fitness

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Reese & Megan received an in depth Aachen Report from Patty Mayer from vaulting to dressage and juniors to the 5* Grand Prix! Next, they chatted with Jenny Carol about the National Pony Cup!! And last, but not least we speak with Jessica Nilles on dressage rider fitness & health!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 774:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Patty Mayer - Email: bailiwickhouse@gmail.com | Facebook
Guest: Jenny Carol - Email: Jenny@dressageponycup.com | Website | Facebook
Guest: Jessica Nilles - Website | Facebook
Book Club: 33 Strength and Fitness Workouts for Horses by Jec Ballou
Dressage Radio Show: Website|Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products,Chewy, and Equestrian+
Photo Credit: Jessica Nilles

Dressage Today S6 E8: Interview with Beth Haist, Part Two

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400

In this month’s episode, Aviva reflects on the weight of social media on our riding, how easy it is to criticize in the name of “critiquing” and how we can never know the full story just from a picture of a video. She and Stephany share their thoughts on how we can all be kinder, and as riders we can always work to be better, but that most people are out their doing their best every ride. Stephany shares her latest win with Dante and getting qualified for Regionals.

In the Ask the L segment, Aviva talks about posting versus sitting in Training and First Levels. She discusses the various reasons behind what judges are looking for and how you can best help your horse with either choice.

We have a word from our sponsor, EquestrianPlus, and then Stephany meets back up with Beth for round two of the bit discussion.

This month, we dive deeper into some of the things Beth talked about last month, including metals, bit sizes and weight. They go on with the discussion to talk about double bridles - what the purpose is, when to try it, and how different curb bits work in the mouth. It was another fascinating dive into the world of bit fitting, and we are so happy that Beth could join us for a second chat!

Again, If you have questions for Beth, please forward them to her directly, or send them to us so we can share them with everyone on a future episode! As always, if you like what we are doing, please like and share our podcast!

Dressage Today S6 E8 Show Notes:

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com) of SerendipityDressage

Guest: Beth Haist of TheHorseofCourse.com, Email Beth (beth@thehorseofcourse.com)

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

773: Patti Becker, Fireside Fit, Rebecca Rigdon, World Young Horse Championships, Verden, Germany

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Reese & Megan are joined by Patti Becker of Fireside Fit to discuss rider fitness! Next, they are joined by Rebecca Rigdon and hear all about the World Breeding Championships in Verden, Germany!!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 773:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Patti Becker - Facebook | Farm Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Rebecca Rigdon - Website | Facebook
Book Club: Collective Remarks by Anne Gribbons
Dressage Radio Show: Website|Facebook
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Photo Credit: Lisa Dean

TIMESTAMPS

15:10 - Interview with Patti Becker

30:22 - Interview with Rebecca Rigdon

772: Collective Marks Author Anne Gribbons, Equine Asthma, Percherons in Dressage

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0400

Reese & Megan are joined by Delia Nash of KY Performance Products to discuss equine asthma and their new product, Airwise! Next, they chat with FEI judge, trainer, and competitor, Anne Gribbons about her wonderful book, Collective Marks! Last, they chat with Angela Carter about her dressage journey with amazing Percheron partner, Romeo!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 772:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Delia Nash, | Facebook | KPP Vet
Guest: Anne Gribbons | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Angela Carter | Facebook |
Book Club: Collective Remarks by Anne Gribbons
Dressage Radio Show: Website|Facebook
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Time Stamps:

11:18 – Delia Nash

25:52 – Anne Gribbons

59:51 – Angela Carter

Dressage Today S6 E7: Interview with Beth Haist

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Aviva and Stephany catch up about Stephany’s recent horse show experience and how Dante is now an official 4th level horse! They also talk about one of Stephany’s cows coming home, and the new babies…

In the Ask the L segment, Aviva talks about switching the whip during a class, the do’s and don’ts of that. We also talk about when you are allowed to carry a whip in a class and when you cannot!

We speak with Beth and learn about how she got involved with horses, how she ended up in the tack selling business and how she got so smart about bits! Beth gives us valuable information on the different “levels” of bits – what to use when starting horses, why and when you could switch bits, and what the different rings affect in the horse. We talk about the different metals and why you would use one over another. Beth gives us great information about why the Baucher is not the bit it used to be and why the French Link is no longer a legal bit to show in. She talks about fitting bits, the ins and outs of horses’ mouths and why different bits “help”. It was a fascinating conversation, and one that we will be continuing later this summer!

If you have questions for Beth, please forward them to her directly, or send them to us so we can share them with everyone on a future episode! As always, if you like what we are doing, please like and share our podcast!

Dressage Today S6 E7 Show Notes:

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com) of SerendipityDressage

Guest: Beth Haist of TheHorseofCourse.com, Email Beth (beth@thehorseofcourse.com)

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

771: Amazing Dressage Partners, US Open Qualifying, Wellington Development Program

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 06:02:00 -0400

Reese & Megan have a great conversation with Deanna Hertich about her amazing rescue partner, True Colors aka Boo!!! Next, they speak with Nadine Schwartsman on qualifying of the US Open! Last, but not least, they speak with Hilary Moore Hebert on spear heading the Wellington Dressage Development Program! Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 771:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Deanna Hertrich
Guest: Nadine Schwartsman | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Hilary Moore Hebert | Facebook | Wellington Dressage Development
Book Club: Collective Remarks by Anne Gribbons
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy

Time Stamps:

11:51 – Deanna Hertrich

25:27 – Nadine Schwartsman

41:15 - Hilary Moore Hebert

770: Musical Freestyle Creator, Dressage Boot Camp, Grand Prix Rider & Ultra Runner

Fri, 30 May 2025 13:16:00 -0400

Reese & Megan talk shop on designing musical freestyles with Kristen Becker. Then, we discuss Catherine Donworth's amazing training week with Reese, made possible by The Dressage Foundation!! Last, but not least we chat with Cyndi Jackson on balancing ultra running and competing in the CDI Grand Prix ring. Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 770:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Kristen Becker | Facebook | Instagram | Triumph Freestyles
Guest: Cyndi Jackson | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Catherine Donworth | Facebook
Book Club: Collective Remarks by Anne Gribbons
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, Equine Discounts

Time Stamps:

10:10 – Kristen Becker

25:58 – Catherine Donworth

45:35 - Cyndi Jackson

Dressage Today: Interview with Mark Langley

Wed, 28 May 2025 14:05:00 -0400

Aviva and Stephany catch up on what’s going on – Stephany’s travels, her new baby cows, Aviva has a potential buyer for Ralphie!

Aviva has an amazing question from Alex about conformation, effort and how that is recognized in a test. She gives us a lot to think about with her answer – are you riding a 6 mover? Are you a 6 rider? What is a good expectation for an average horse, and where are there places that you can shine no matter what?

Mark talks about his background and how he came into the natural horsemanship world. He discusses different ways to think about helping your horse into a better mental state, what he really means when he says pressure, and how even our dressage horses could feel better if we changed our approach a little. It is a fascinating interview with lots of places where we tie his work into dressage examples, so take a listen! Feel free to let us know your thoughts, and if you have further questions for Mark.

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Guest: Mark Langley | YouTube (@MarkLangley) | Facebook (@MarkLangleyhorsemanship)

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

769: Making the US Dressage Team for YR/U25 European Tours Team, Sammi Jo Stohler at Grand Prix

Tue, 13 May 2025 16:03:00 -0400

Congratulations to Sammi Jo Stohler on competing Grand Prix! What does it take to make the US Dressage Team for the young rider & U25 European Tours with Kat Fuqua & Ella Fruchterman. Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 769:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Sammi Jo Stohler | Facebook
Guest: Kat Fuqua | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Ella Fruchterman | Instagram
Book Club: Collective Remarks by Anne Gribbons
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, Spalding Fly Predators

Time Stamps:

07:40 – Sammi Jo Stohler

23:20 – Kat Fuqua

36:22 -Ella Fruchterman

768: Hoffos Takes on Kentucky 4*, Emily Broiler Coming Back Strong, USDF Book Club Update

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 10:31:00 -0400

Evie from the USDF gives us a 2024 recap of the USDF Book Club and an update on 2025 Book Clubs plans!! We caught up with Taren Hoffos on competing in the 4* KY Three Day Event last weekend!!! Last, we spoke with Emily Brollier Curtis on her recovery journey and her first competition back from a major injury. Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 768:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-StanfieldandMegan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Taren Hoffos | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Emily Brollier Curtis | Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: Collective Remarks by Anne Gribbons
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, NTRA Equine Discounts

Time Stamps:

06:36 – USDF Book Club Update

18:12 – Taren Hoffos

38:02 -Emily Brollier Curtis

Dressage Today: Interview with Mehrdad Baghai of JRD Saddlery

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:21:00 -0400

We Interview Mehrdad Baghai of JRD Saddlery about saddle making and saddle fitting.

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Guest: Mehrdad Baghai of JRD Saddlery | Connect with JRD Saddlery on Facebook

Link: Video Subscription Site

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Purina

767: Inspiring Equestrian Fiona Howard, Riding Academy Must Haves, USDF L Graduate

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:51:00 -0400

We catch up with Fiona Howard on her Olympic experience and her life story! Angela Ariatti gives us advice on what to look for when looking for a riding academy. And we finish the show with an Adult Amateur Mary Aitken a recent L graduate with distinction! Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 767:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Fiona Howard | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Angela Ariatti | Facebook
Guest: Mary Aitken | Instagram
Book Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie Webb
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy

Time Stamps:

06:25 - Fiona Howard

28:20 - Angela Ariatti

48:35 -Mary Aitken

766: Young Horses, Young Riders and Equestrian Travel

Sun, 30 Mar 2025 02:00:00 -0400

Michael Bragdell tells us about the 2025 USDF Sport Horse Prospect Development Forum to held on June 28th-29th at Hilltop Farm in Colora, MD. Ruby Lewis shares her excitement of being part of the Dressage4Kids™ Winter Intensive Training Program and our very own Meghan Brady tell us about her new book! Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 766:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Michael Bragdell on the 2025 USDF Sport Horse Prospect Development Forum
Guest: Ruby Lewis on the Dressage4Kids™ Winter Intensive Training Program
Guest: Meghan Brady, host of Galloping Getaways and author of Passion to Professional: A Road Map to A Successful Bodywork Business
Book Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie Webb
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy and Equine Discounts

Time Stamps:

04:58 - Michael Bragdell

26:40 - Ruby Lewis

36:40 -Meghan Brady

Dressage Today: Interview with Kathy Connelly

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Aviva and Stephany catch up on what’s been going on lately – Stephany talks about her 6 days with Mary Wanless, the selling of her Brooksville farm and the purchase of her new young horse, So Special!

In the Ask the L segment, Aviva answers a great question from Jamie: If I am in a test and things start going badly and I feel unsafe – is it ok to dismount? Thanks Jamie for a great question, and Aviva for having such a complete answer!

We have a word from our Sponsor, Purina, and their Systemiq Supplement.

In the interview with Kathy, Stephany delves into Kathy’s riding career, her time in the Pony Club and all the cool people she grew up riding with. We talk about how she evolved from Eventing to Dressage, as well as the amazing coaches she got to work with throughout her riding career. We talk about Kathy’s beliefs and our moral responsibilities while working with horses, and you get to see why she has been a shining light in the Dressage world for a long, long time!

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Guest: Kathy Connelly | Email Kathy (KathyConnellyavf@aol.com)

Link: Video Subscription Site

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Purina

765: Wintering In Wellington with Kate Kostenbader, Nosebands with Dr. Hilary Clayton

Thu, 13 Mar 2025 14:33:00 -0400

Today we talk with Kate Kostenbader about her winter Wellington experience! Dr. Hilary Clayton discusses the new measurement of nose bands with us. Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 765:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Dr. Hilary Clayton
Guest: Kate Kostenbader
Book Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie Webb
Dressage Radio Show: Website|Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy and Equine Discounts

Time Stamps:

06:35 – Training Tip

12:32 – Dr. Hilary Clayton

40:44 – Kate Kostenbader

764: Next Steps Toward World Cup Finals, USEF Dressage Evaluation Sessions, Starting A New Equestrian Business

Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:52:00 -0400

Genay Vaughn shares her world cup qualifying journey and what the next steps to the World Cup Finals are! Emily Donaldson talks about training in the USEF dressage training and evaluation sessions for development and emerging young horse program with Christine Traurig. We also get a chance to check in with Ashley Rand on how starting her new business is going! Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 764:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Genay Vaughn | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Emily Donaldson
Guest: Ashley Rand | Macha Sport Instagram
Book Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie Webb
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products and Chewy

Time Stamps:

05:34 – Genay Vaughn

19:54 – Emily Donaldson

41:21 – Ashley Rand

Dressage Today S6 E2: Interview with Suzanne Destefano, Feldenkrais Practitioner and Dressage Trainer/Rider

Tue, 25 Feb 2025 06:00:00 -0400

Stephany and Aviva catch up on their own pony journeys, with Aviva dealing with yet more snow and Stephany recounting how her latest lessons went with Kathy Connelly. We get a really great question for “Ask the L” about corners, and as usual, Aviva makes it so much more digestible!

We have a word from Purina, who is the sponsor of this month’s podcast.

In this episode, Stephany and Aviva chat with Suzanne DeStefano, a Pennsylvania based Feldenkrais practitioner and dressage rider/trainer. We delve into the mysterious question of “what IS Feldenkrais?” and get some examples of how it can help people, both in and out of the saddle. We discuss the founder, Moishe Feldenkrais, and how he came to develop this interesting way of helping people get more in touch with their bodies. We got to hear how Suzanne’s personal journey in riding led her to discovering this modality, and how it has shaped both her riding and her practice with other riders. It is an interesting practice, and one that some of our listeners might find valuable if they are struggling with their own riding journey. Take a listen!

Connect with the Hosts: Email Aviva Nebesky (horsepenhillfarm@aol.com) | Email Stephany Fish Crossman (stephanyfish@gmail.com)

Connect with the Show: Website (DressageToday.com) | Socials (@DressageToday) Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | Pinterest

Guest: Suzanne DeStefano, Feldenkrais Practitioner and Dressage Trainer/Rider

Link: Video Subscription Site

Today's Episode Brought to You By: Equestrian+

Special: Horselovers Cruise 2026 Details - Horses in the Morning

Thu, 20 Feb 2025 08:28:00 -0400

Here are the details for the final Horselovers Cruise. You have requested it and we delivered Alaska in May 2026.

It is IMPORTANT that if you even think you might want to come, book your room with a deposit. They will sell out quickly as we could not reserve a block of rooms on this cruise.

You can always cancel with a deposit refund later. Contact Vicky immediately, details in this link:

https://www.horseradionetwork.com/cruise/

USDF Education: Instructor/Trainer Program and Adult Camps!

Sat, 15 Feb 2025 04:00:00 -0400

Sarah Geikie, a FEI 4* judge and co-chair of the USDF Education committee, talks about the updated dressage education programs being offered for certified instructors. FEI trainer Susan Peacock explains the differences between adult camps and traditional clinics, and we speak with John Their about his dressage only sales website! Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 763:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Sarah Geike | Facebook
Guest: Susie Peacock
Guest: John Their from Dressage Only - Visit dressage only to find over 150 dressage horses for sale - use coupon code HRN and get free listings through March 15, 2025
Book Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie Webb
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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Time Stamps:

07:40 - Sarah Geike

25:43 - Susie Peacock

38:00 - John Their

762: USDF FEI Trainer's Conference, The Future of Dressage

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 08:20:00 -0400

Amy Bradley's experience as a demo rider in the 2025 USDF FEI Trainer's Conference and The future of our Sport with Eliza Sydnor. Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 762:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Amy Bradley
Guest: Eliza Sydnor
Book Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie Webb
Dressage Radio Show: Website|Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, Chewy, and MyNewHorse

Time Stamps:

07:41 – Amy Bradley

23:53 – Eliza Sydnor

761: New Year, New Goals and New Rides

Tue, 14 Jan 2025 06:41:00 -0400

New Year, New Goals, New Rides with 2025 Dressage Rider's Journal & Ruth Holgen Poulsen! Laura Roberts shares the details about the exciting new program, the The US Equestrian Open of Dressage. Katie and Staib shares her vision for the future for The Equine Professionals Club and how it will positively impact the horse industry. Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 761:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Ruth Hogan Poulsen, The Dressage Rider's Journal: Planner & Calendar Dressage Rider Organizer
Guest: Laura Roberts on The US Equestrian Open of Dressage
Guest: Katie and Shelby Staib on the Equine Professionals Club
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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Time Stamps:

01:00 - Megan in Cali and Reese's New Horses

12:40 - Ruth Poulsen

29:40 - Laura Roberts

39:20 - Katie and Shelby Staib

760: Lauren Sprieser, USDF Convention a Huge Success, Practice the Halt

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 07:00:00 -0400

Lauren Sprieser shares her book, "Strength in Numbers" and talks about her horse, Cadeau. Reese & Megan discuss the USDF Convention in Houston, TX and Reese's second trip to Europe! We have a great trainers tip from USEF R dressage judge Bill McMullin on practicing the halt. Listen in…

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 760:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Lauren Sprieser | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Bill McMullin | Facebook
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, and Equestrian +

Time Stamps:

16:48 – Lauren Sprieser

32:17 – Bill McMullin

37:53 - Book Club

Unlocking the Secrets of Horse Downtime: Tips from Top Trainers

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 01:15:00 -0400

Laura Mollrich, the first para rider to achieve the Dressage Foundation Century Ride, joins the Dressage Radio Show to share her inspiring journey in the equestrian world. The episode also features insightful discussions on the importance of downtime for horses, with expert tips from Nicole Harrington and Jessica Gaston on how to effectively give horses breaks during the busy holiday season. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 759:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Laura Mollrich on her Century Ride | Article | Facebook
Guest: Nicole Harrington | Website | Facebook
Guest: Jessica Gaston | Facebook
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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Time Stamps:

11:14 - Laura Mollrich

14:56 - Nicole Harrington

24:34 - Jessica Gaston

758: Champion Ali Potasky and US Center for Coaching Excellence

Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:45:00 -0400

Ali Potasky shares with us the behind the scenes of her super year competing INXS, from competing in Europe to capturing the US Finals Grand Prix Championship! Next, we find out about Bill McMullin's experience training the coaches at the US Center for Coaching Excellence by USEF. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 758:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Ali Potasky | Facebook
Guest: Bill McMullin | Website | Facebook
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
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Time Stamps:

06:00 - Ali Potasky

22:40 - Bill McMullin

757: US Dressage Finals and Horse Shopping in Europe

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 05:13:00 -0400

US Dressage Finals! Nicole Harrington shares her experience of when the wrong music was used during her Championship ride at Finals. Jessica Gaston and Reese share their experiences horse shopping in Europe and Megan gives us a report of her three rides at Nationals. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 757:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Nicole Harrington | Website | Facebook
Guest: Jessica Gaston | Facebook
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, US Rider and Equestrian +

Time Stamps:

1:00 - Megan's Rides at Finals

09:30 - Nicole Harrington

22:45 - Jessica Gaston

756: Endel Ots Olympic Stories and Kate Fleming-Kuhn's Great Year

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 10:44:00 -0400

Endel Ots joins us with some fun stories from the Olympics including the opening ceremonies and Snoop and Martha. Then Kate Flemming-Kuhn shares with us her great year in the competition arena and how she raised her own horses. Plus, Megan scored three places to Nationals and Reese parted with Big Mike. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 756:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Endel Ots | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Kate Fleming-Kuhn | Facebook
Dressage Radio Show: Website | Facebook
Please visit our sponsors, who make all this possible: Kentucky Performance Products, US Rider and Equestrian +

Time Stamps:

01:11 - Megan's Exciting Regional Competition Recap

01:30 - Listener Meetup Announcement

04:00 - Reese's Bittersweet Farewell to Big Mike

12:04 - Endel Ots's Olympic Experience

38:57 - Kate Flemming-Kuhn's Championship Success

54:51 - Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

755: Dressage at Devon 2024 and Rider Biomechanics

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 08:41:00 -0400

This week’s guests, Lauren Chumley and Kymmy Pullen share their experiences from the recent Dressage at Devon, highlighting the electric atmosphere and the personal milestones they achieved. Lauren recounts her journey with her horses, including her triumphs and challenges, while Kimmy reflects on her grand prix freestyle performance and the promising future of her young horse Mojito. The episode also features a segment on rider biomechanics with Jennifer Kotylo, who offers practical tips on how to enhance your riding through body awareness and movement training. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 755:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Lauren Chumley | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Kymmy Pullen | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Jennifer Kotylo
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Time Stamps:

8:20 - Lauren Chumley's Eventful Summer

33:48 - Kymmy Pullen's Devon Experience

43:30 - Biomechanics and Movement for Equestrians

754: USA Para Dressage

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 06:00:00 -0400

WOW USA Para Dressage... the USA Para athletes are on fire! Ellie comes on to the show to share all her success at the Festival and her trip to the Paris Olympics. Then, Evvie Lancione explains all of the new exciting things happening at USDF. Last, Nancy Jaffer shares her experiences of writing the book, Riding Through, with Debbie McDonald. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 754:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Ellie Brimmer | Instagram
Guest: Evvie Lancione | Book Club
Guest: Nancy Jaffer | Facebook | Instagram
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Time Stamps:

11:32 - Ellie Brimmer

23:38 - Evvie Lancione

31:06 - Nancy Jaffer

753: Beyond Expectations, US Dressage Festival of Champions, Berger's NAYRC Aachen Adventure

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 08:03:00 -0400

Sydney Collier sharing her memoir, "Beyond Expectations." Kristen Brett, who is the Director of Dressage Programs at USEF, and Alicia Berger, who competed at the North American Young Rider Championships, Aachen, and at the Festival of Champions.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 753:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Sydney Collier, Instagram, Beyond Expectations
Guest: Kristen Brett, Director of Dressage Programs at USEF
Guest: Alicia Berger Instagram
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Time Stamps:

10:29 - Sydney Collier

28:42 - Kristen Brett

44:02 - Alicia Berger

752: Equestrian Olympic Experiences from Paris 2024

Thu, 29 Aug 2024 13:47:00 -0400

Ashley Kehoe shares her amazing adventure as a groom at the Paris Olympics, and Patty Mayer gives us a thorough review of the spectator experience at this year's games. An audio feast for equestrians!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 751:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook
Guest: Ashley Kehoe
Guest: Patty Mayer
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Time Stamps:

12:03 - Ashley Kehoe

30:35 - Patty Maye

50:12 - Trainer Tip Prepping for Regionals

751: Celebrating Equestrian Olympics as Riders & Fans

Thu, 15 Aug 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Today, we are celebrating the Olympics with spectators, with riders, and us, the super fans!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 751:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Anna Buffini, Anna Buffini Merch
Guest: Rebecca Hart
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Time Stamps:

07:23 – Anna Buffini
28:04 – Rebecca Hart
42:50 – Trainer Tip

750: Olympic Eventing Recap and Uncomfortable Situations

Tue, 30 Jul 2024 00:30:00 -0400

Samantha Clark joins us to tell us all about Olympic Eventing, the amazing Château de Versailles and many new Olympic records. Heather Peterson, who is USEF R Technical Delegate, explains what actions we should take if we find ourselves in uncomfortable situations at a show or clinic! Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 750:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook
Guest: Samantha Clark
Guest: Heather Peterson
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Time Stamps:

05:00 - Olympic Dressage Preview
17:00 - Samantha Clark on Olympic Eventing
31:56 - Heather Peterson

REVISIT: 2023 Interview with Steffen Peters - Dressage Today Podcast

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 05:00:00 -0400

REVISIT: Welcome to the Dressage Today Podcast. In this episode, we talk to none other than dressage legend Steffen Peters who just finished fourth, and was the highest placing American, at the FEI Dressage World Cup Final. Then Aviva addresses the question of whether it is better to do a “poorer” transition at the letter or a “better” transition a stride (or two) later.

Born in Wesel, Germany, Steffen Peters is one of the most recognizable names in American dressage. He met the U.S. trainer Laurie Falvo in Germany who invited him to work at her barn in San Diego in the summer of 1984. Captivated by the lifestyle and weather, Steffen made a life changing choice and moved to San Diego where he still resides today with his wife Shannon, an accomplished Grand Prix rider and trainer in her own right.

He became a U.S. citizen in 1992 and rode in his first of five Olympic games in 1996. In a career spanning nearly 40 years, Steffen has had the good fortune to have trained and ridden many remarkable horses, including his current mount Suppenkasper, otherwise known as Mopsie. Together they helped win dressage team silver at the Tokyo Olympics.

In this interview, Steffen reflects on Omaha as well as his long, successful career and lets us know what's next for him and Mopsie.

Listen in!

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749: Young Horses Early Lessons, Filling In Training Gaps, Nutrition

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Young Horse Fun! Jontelle Forbus will be discussing her young horse raising and training programs at Touchstone Farms in KY, Karen Isberg from KY Performance products will be sharing some supplements that are great for young horses, and Mary Rose Cissell will be chatting with us on the journey of Reese's young horse!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 749:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|Facebook|Facebook
Guest: Jontelle Forbus
Guest: Mary Rose Cissell
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Time Stamps:

10:07 – Jontelle Forbus
21:54 – Mary Rose Cissell
42:37 – Trainer Tip Feeding Young Horses

748: What's New at USDF, Auditor Lisa Get's Her Gold Medal, Win in the Ring With a Better Warm Up

Sun, 30 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0400

Evelyn Lancione, the USDF Member Education Coordinator, shares the new exciting things happening at USDF! We meet Megan's student, Lisa Lemke, who is the newest USDF Gold medalist and is a HRN auditor of 8 years! Plus in the trainer tip Reese and Megan discuss how to win in the ring With a better warm up. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 748:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook | Facebook
Guest: Evelyn Lancione - USDF Member Coordinator | Facebook
Guest: Lisa Lemke, USDF Gold Medalist
Book Review: Riding Thru with Debbie McDonald
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Time Stamps:

03:00 - Philip Parkes Memorial Coaching Scholarship Fund
14:30 - Evelyn Lancione
27:22 - Lisa Lemke
44:39 - Trainer Tip

Interview with Endel Ots - Dressage Today Podcast

Tue, 25 Jun 2024 05:00:00 -0400

Welcome to the Dressage Today podcast sponsored by Sentinel. Aviva and Stephanie talk about how lucky they are to have had the opportunity to talk to so many of the riders on the dressage Olympic short list, and then Aviva answers the question about how the counter canter in First Level Test 3 should be ridden and how it is scored.

Together they interview up-and-coming international rider Endel Ots. A native of Wisconsin, Ots grew up on a farm and began riding at age 8. While he started in jumping, he soon made his way to dressage. At age 23, he got an opportunity to train with Hubertus Schmidt in Germany where he gained invaluable experience. After that he worked with Lars Peterson and found his new home in Wellington, Florida where he is based today.

He was an alternate for the 2011 Pan American Games team and selected for the 2019 Pan American Games team with the horse Lucky Strike but had to withdraw when his horse unfortunately suffered superficial cuts in a trailer injury. After Lucky Strike recovered, the pair went on to win the Intermediaire I Championship at the Dressage Festival of Champions at Lamplight. Then in December 2023, he got the ride of a lifetime with Heidi Humphries’ Zen Elite’s Bohemian. After just a few months together, the pair were named to the short list to compete for a spot on the U.S. Olympic dressage team.

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The Philip Parkes Memorial Coaching Scholarship

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 14:34:00 -0400

Reese and Glenn announce the Philip Parkes Memorial Coaching Scholarship Fund. They are joined by Philip's wife Meredith and Phil's long time student Andrea. Philip has educated and inspired countless podcast listeners, helping to grow the dressage community and fostering a deeper appreciation for this elegant equestrian discipline around the world. Learn how you can help support Phil's mission. We miss you Phil!

The goal of the Philip Parkes Memorial Coaching Scholarship is to help bridge the financial gap faced by aspiring and/or established dressage coaches who are interested in advancing their coaching certifications. We hope to support individuals who have a focus on dressage so that they can further help others learn about dressage and improve their skill and their horses in the same way that Philip valued.

Donation Link for Canada and USA: To Donate, use the 'Fund' drop down menu to select Item #4, Philip Parkes Memorial Coaching Scholarship - (USA contributors will not get a valid tax receipt.)

Donation Link for USA wanting Tax Receipt: Use this link Charities Aid Foundation America to get to the CAFA Donation Homepage. On the 2nd page under comments write: “Donation for the Philip Parkes Memorial Coaching Scholarship administered by Equestrian Canada”.

747: Rider Fitness, Para Olympic Update and Book Review of The Horse in Positive Tension

Sat, 15 Jun 2024 01:00:00 -0400

Avey Virtusio joins us to discuss rider fitness and Ellie Brimmer, President of USPEA, gives us an update on the Para Olympics. Then Reese and Megan review the book "The Horse in Positive Tension" by Stefan Stammer. Be sure to listen in!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 747:

Co-Hosts:Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook | Facebook
Guest: Avey Virtusio | Instagram
Guest: Ellie Brimmer, President of USPEA
Book Review: "The Horse in Positive Tension" by Stefan Stammer
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Time Stamps:

2:00 - Olympic Talk
15:10 - Ellie Brimmer
26:45 -Avey Virtusio
47:10 - Book Review

746: Tips for a Stressless Dressage Summer

Thu, 30 May 2024 16:42:00 -0400

Reese tells us all about her student trip to Germany. Allie Baier, Doctor of Physical Therapy, shares some tips and exercises on dealing with stress and freezing up at shows, then Angela Ariatti speaks about helping to develop confidence for kids (and adults too!) Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 746:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook | Facebook
Guest: Allie Baier, Doctor of Physical Therapy at RideEquiPT | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Angela Ariatti of Ariatti Equestrian Services | Facebook | Instagram
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Time Stamps:

01:00 - Reese's Germany Trip

16:04 - Allie Baier, Doctor of Physical Therapy

41:05 - Angela Ariatti of Ariatti Equestrian Services

745: Spotted Dressage, Pet Peeves and Feisty Ponies

Wed, 15 May 2024 08:50:00 -0400

Erin Nichols does a trainer tip on dealing with a feisty horse when entering the ring and Eventer Alexa Thompson joins us to talk Pet Peeves. Plus, a special treat from the Island of Jersey with Naomi Aguilar talking about competing her spotted pony at the Grand prix level. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 745:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook | Facebook
Guest: Alexa Thompson | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Erin Nichols | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Naomi Aguilar | Facebook | Instagram
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Time Stamps:

07:00 - Naomi Aguilar

24:00 - Alexa Thompson

31:43 - Erin Nichols

744: Eventer Alexa Thompson, 5* Erin Nichols and Training Eventers by Kentucky Performance Products

Tue, 30 Apr 2024 06:23:00 -0400

We celebrate eventers and some International Dressage Riders as well. We have Alexa Thompson a newly minted KY 3 Day 4* Rider and International 5* Dressage Rider Erin Nichols after a very exciting Wellington Season. Reese and Megan finish the show with a tip about training Eventers. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 744:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook | Facebook
Guest: Alexa Thompson | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Erin Nichols | Facebook | Instagram
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Time Stamps:

09:07 - Alexa Thompson

21:21 - Erin Nichols

30:12 - Training Tip

743: Bullying in the Equestrian World, Horse Syndicates, by Kentucky Performance Products

Sat, 13 Apr 2024 15:50:00 -0400

On tonight's show we have an all ladies line up! Thrilled to have Meghan McIssac friend of our show talking about bullying and boundries as professionals. Jennifer Williams will join us about her journey in Wellington Florida this season.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 743:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield, Horse Tip Daily host Coach Jenn
Guest: Meghan McIssac | Instagram | Facebook | Facebook
Guest: Jennifer Williams | Instagram
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MADFestival and a Wellington Update

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 00:15:00 -0400

Gardy Bloemers joins Reese and Glenn to tell us all about the Mid-Atlantic Dressage Festival & Lexington CDI3*. Glenn fills in for Noah and asks Reese all about her time in Wellington and Handle Hard Better. Listen in....

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 742:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Fill in Co-Host: Glenn the Geek from Horses in the Morning
Guest: Gardy Bloemers of the Mid-Atlantic Dressage Festival & Lexington CDI3*
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Double-D Trailers on Dressage Radio Show: Exploring Tires and Suspension

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400

While Reese and Noah are busy in Wellington living their best lives and having fun in the sun doing all things Dressage, we wanted to share the latest and greatest from our educational series with Brad Heath, CEO and founder of Double-D Trailers.

In this segment, Glenn and Brad discuss all things tires and suspension, enjoy!

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CORRECTED: Team Think & Practical Advice Inside and Outside the Ring

Sun, 18 Feb 2024 13:50:00 -0400

Today we're connecting with industry experts who are all here with one common goal: to help YOU succeed. You'll hear from Alexa Derr, a 'young' equine professional who founded the Young/Young-ish Equine Professional's Forum. After that, we'll hear from our good friend and frequent guest, Dr. Carole Holland of Natural Vet Palm Beach with amazing tips and strategies on how to keep your equine partner happy and fit. Last, but certainly not least, we're checking in on one of USEF's most recently minted 'R' Dressage judges - and a very good friend of the Dressage Radio Show, Katie Poag.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 740:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Guest: Alexa Durr | Young/Young-ish Equine Professional’s Forum | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Dr. Carole Holland, DVM, CVA | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Katie Poag | Facebook | Instagram
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Dream Big

Sat, 03 Feb 2024 06:00:00 -0400

From riders, to judges, to organizers, everyone has big dreams in our sport.... Today, we'll hear from Kelly Irving-Burris, The Dressage Foundation's Chaperone for the Young Rider Dream Program, just back from Wellington with this year's dream team. After that, you might think we forgot which discipline we're focused on here, but, TRUST: we're introducing you to Robyn Fisher a recently minted FEI 4* Eventing Judge who also happens to be a Grand Prix Dressage rider. And, the frosting on the cake is this week's 'power couple': America's most decorated black female Show Organizer, Andrea Davenport Himel, and her PhD show office husband, Dr. Matt Himel. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 739:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Guest: Kelly Irving-Burris | Kellenbrook Farms
Guest: Robyn Fisher| Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Andrea Davenport Himel & Matt Himel
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...To the Olympics and Beyond!

Sat, 27 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400

30 years ago, a movie called Cool Runnings told the story of the Jamaican Olympic Bobsled Team... And, in the words of Sanka Coffee, "[we're] feeling very Olympic today..." Tune in as we connect with US Olympic silver medalist, Sabine Schut-Kery; Canadian & US Olympic hopeful power couple, Thomas Walker and Ryan Torkkeli; and, a big time Olympic supporter, Patty Mayer. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 738:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Guest: Sabine Schut-Kery | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Thomas Walker | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Ryan Torrkeli | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Patty Mayer | Facebook
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Perfectly Punctual in the New Year

Sat, 13 Jan 2024 06:00:00 -0400

Today, we're checking in on talent from coast-to-coast...we're going to hear about the recently concluded 2024 Robert Dover Horsemastership Clinic Week...we're circling back with a good friend of the Dressage Radio Show to hear what's on the horizon for her this season - beginning this week at the 2024 Global Dressage Festival, and then we'll get the down-low on what is coming down the pipeline at the recently renovated HITS Del Mar starting next month. Giddyup, giddyup, giddyup - LET'S GO!

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 737:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Guest: Elizabeth Petersen | Facebook
Guest: Jodie Kelly | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Cameron Wyman | Facebook | Instagram
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A Little Slice of Heaven!

Sat, 30 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Today, we're headed to (typically) sunny California where we're wandering through the avocado orchards of Carronada Farm--home to Kasey Cannon and the stunning Hanoverian Stallion, Diesel CF. While we were on the coast, we bumped into our friend, Nadine Schwartsman, who's enjoying some professional development time with her mentor, Sabine Schut-Kery, between the last two CDIs at the Desert Int'l Horse Park. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 736:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Guest: Kasey Cannon | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Nadine Schwartsman | Facebook | Instagram
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Party! Para! Paris!

Sat, 16 Dec 2023 06:00:00 -0400

The Para Dressage community's movers and shakers are catching up with us today! First, we're chatting with USPEA's Interim President, Tina Wentz. Then, we'll be checking in with the 2023 USDF Volunteer of the Year and USEF Board of Directors Athlete Representative for Para Dressage, Ellie Brimmer. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 735:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Guest: Tina Wentz | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Ellie Brimmer | Facebook | Instagram
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Radiothon 2023 Hour 6 - Party Hour - Horses in the Morning

Mon, 27 Nov 2023 11:30:00 -0400

In Radiothon Hour 6, Ashley and Glenn lead you into Party Hour. They are joined by Reese from Dressage Radio, Debbie from Horsemanship Radio and Lisa from Celebs with Horses. Also, a fun tribute to Philip Parks as his wife Meredith joins in. Plus we give away $1250 in prizes.

Radiothon Hour 6 - Party Hour:

Hosts: Ashley from Sleep Stories for Equestrians and the Show Jumping Podcast and Glenn from Horses in the Morning.
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Championships Galore!

Sat, 25 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We will connect with the remaining two members of Team USA's Pan Am Gold Medal Dressage Team: Christian Simonson and Sarah Lockman Tubman. Then, we'll hear from USDF Regional Director, Anne Sushko, on her whirlwind journey to Santiago as a volunteer and then back to the US Dressage Finals in Kentucky. And, finally, we'll meet Adult Amateur owner and rider, Tonna Faxon from Oregon, who recently made the trek to Finals on her Lusitano stallion, Flash. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 734:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Guest: Christian Simonson | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Sarah Lockman Tubman | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Anne Sushko | region4dir@usdf.org
Guest: Tonna Faxon of Faxon Equine
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Pan American Games Gold Medalists, with Guest Co-Host Noah Rattner

Sat, 04 Nov 2023 06:00:00 -0400

On this week's episode, we meet our new guest co-host, Noah Rattner and catch up with the recently-minted gold medalists of the 2023 Pan American Games. We hear from Team USA's Codi Harrison and Anna Marek, as well as Pan Am Individual Gold Medalist from Ecuador, Julio Mendoza Loor. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 733:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Noah Rattner
Guest: Codi Harrison | Instagram
Guest: Anna Marek | Facebook| Instagram
Guest: Glenn Hebert
Guest: Julio Mendoza Loor | Mendoza Dressage
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2023 Radiothon Preview and Prize Entries - Horses in the Morning

Mon, 23 Oct 2023 16:47:00 -0400

Jamie and Glenn, from Horses in the Morning, give you all the details on this year's Holiday Radiothon. Plus, they go over how to win one of the over $3,000 in prizes!

Visit https://www.horseradionetwork.com/radiothon/ for all the details.

Mid-Test Mistakes Happen and an Interview with Karen Rohlf

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 10:00:00 -0400

This week, we continue to spend time with our friends over at the Dressage Today podcast sponsored by Purina Animal Nutrition.

In this episode, Aviva answers an “Ask the L” question about what to do when a mistake happens during a dressage test.

Stephanie interviews Karen Rohlf of Dressage Naturally.

Based in Ocala, Florida, Karen Rohlf, author and creator of Dressage Naturally, is an internationally popular clinician who teaches students of all disciplines and levels from around the world in her clinics and virtual programs. She is well known for training horses with a priority on partnership, a student-empowering approach to teaching, and a positive and balanced point of view. She believes in getting to the heart of our mental, emotional, and physical partnership with our horses by bringing together the best of the worlds of dressage and partnership-based training.

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Phil's Service and the Future of Dressage Radio Show

Thu, 19 Oct 2023 06:47:00 -0400

Reese and Glenn share about their weekend trip to Canada for Phil's service. Plus, Reese talks about the future of the Dressage Radio Show.

Good Students, Favorite Tests, and Mindful Riding with Chelsea Canedy

Fri, 13 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400

For the next few weeks, we will be highlighting some of our favorite shows from our friends over at the Dressage Today Podcast!

Welcome to a “mindful” episode of the Dressage Today Podcast, sponsored by the Horse Care Loyalty Rewards Program. Hosts Stephanie Ruff and Aviva Nebesky first discuss their ideas of what makes a good student, and then Aviva talks about her favorite test and level to judge in her “Ask the L” segment.

They interview Chelsea Canedy about her road to enlightenment and how that has influenced her professional career as a dressage and event rider. Chelsea grew up in Connecticut where she was a member of Litchfield Pony Club, earning her H-A certificate before leaving for college. After riding throughout college, she moved to Northeast Tennessee, where her eyes were opened to some horsemanship ideas and tools that she had never seen before. She tweaked and utilized those tools as she expanded her business to a large facility in Virginia, bringing several horses up the levels in dressage and eventing before selling them for their owners and running a private client's business as well. Chelsea is currently based in Wales, Maine, and is helping connect riders in that area to the bustling world of dressage and upper-level eventing from her home base at Unexpected Farm.

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Throwing away points during your test and an Interview with Michelle King “r” USEF Technical Delegate

Fri, 06 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -0400

For the next few weeks, we will be highlighting some of our favorite shows from our friends over at the Dressage Today Podcast!

In this episode, sponsored by ADM, co-hosts Stephanie Ruff and Aviva Nebesky talk about their latest dressage adventures. Aviva answers a great question about where riders throw away the most points during a test in her “Ask the L” segment.

Together they interview Michelle King who is a “r” USEF Technical Delegate. Michelle, better known as “Shelli,” is an Adult Amateur rider who has competed through 2nd level. She has been on VADA/Nova’s Board of Directors since 2004, including a three-year stint as president, is currently Vice President of the Virginia Dressage Association and serves on the USDF’s TD Committees, is Vice Chair of the USDF’s Rules Advisory Working Group and a member of the USEF Rules Advisory Working Group. She has been a USDF PM delegate on and off for a number of years.

Michelle retired in 2010 after working for the federal government for over 30 years. For most of her career, she worked at a federal law enforcement agency, serving as an HR program manager and the Associate Chief Counsel for Administration. She finds her legal training and mediation experience most useful for her role as a TD. In that capacity, she has travelled from Massachusetts to Florida and loves the opportunity to meet and interact with fellow horse enthusiasts.

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'Tis the Season for Blanket Shopping

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 08:30:00 -0400

For the next few weeks, we will be highlighting some of our favorite shows from our friends over at the Dressage Today Podcast!

Maybe you pulled your old blanket out from storage and discovered it’s time for a replacement. Or you purchased a new horse and need to find the right fit for him. Perhaps you need a new blanket and you don’t even know it! In this episode of the Dressage Today podcast, we tackle the topic of blanket shopping to help you make the best choice for your horse—and your wallet! Tune in for expert advice from Jennifer Hetzler of Ohio-based Equus Now!

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Honoring Phil

Sun, 17 Sep 2023 15:14:00 -0400

It is with profound sadness that Reese and Glenn sit down to discuss the loss of Dressage Radio Show host Philip Parkes. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 728:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Glenn the Geek
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Finally, a New Book for the Book Club, Century Riders and Centre Lines

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 06:00:00 -0400

On this month's USDF Episode, we have the author of our new book, Sue Grice, who wrote The Training Spiral. After that, we're joined by one of the latest century riders, Dianne Little. And, we'll close it up with Mary-Claire Piller talking about centre lines. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 727:

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Guest: Sue Grice
Guest: Dianne Little
Guest: Mary Claire Piller | Instagram
USDF
Book Club: The Training Spiral by Sue Grice
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2023 Festival of Champions Report and the World Young Horse Breeding Championships

Sat, 26 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We have our friend, Katie Poag, giving a report from the 2023 Festival of Champions to start off the show. Following that, we are joined by Adam Steffens fresh off of a successful World Young Horse Breeding Championships. Wendy Murdoch joins us. And then, Reese and Phil share a Trainer Tip from our Facebook mail bag. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 726:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Katie Poag | Send Email | On Facebook
Guest: Adam Steffens | Facebook
Guest: Wendy Murdoch | Sure Foot Equine | Murdoch Method Facebook | Sure Foot Equine Facebook
Book Club: The Training Spiral by Sue Grice
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A Champion From the U.S. and One From Canada Taking Home Gold Medals

Sat, 19 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We are talking to a couple of very successful riders directly off the North American Youth Championships last week: Mary Claire Piller and Claire Robinson. And, then, Lori Bell returns for a Trainer Tip about the mental aspect of competing. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 725:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Mary Claire Piller | Instagram
Guest: Claire Robinson | Instagram
Guest: Lori Bell
Book Club: The Training Spiral by Sue Grice
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Equestrian Olympic Rider, Judge and Groom

Sat, 12 Aug 2023 07:47:00 -0400

It is our privilege to have paralympian, Rebecca Hart, on the show today, as well as Olympic judge, Janet Foy. Plus, we are joined by Morgan Klingensmith–the groom to Olympic horse, Salvino. At the end, Janet sticks around to give you a tip from the judge's table. Classic re-visit.

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 724:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Rebecca Hart Facebook | Instagram
Guests: Janet Foy
Guest: Morgan Klingensmith
Book Club: The Girl on the Dancing Horse by Charlotte Dujardin
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North American Youth Championships Preview and Tips on Feeding Electrolights

Sat, 05 Aug 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We are talking to US Equestrian Managing Director, Laura Roberts, for updates on North American Youth Championships happening next week in Michigan. Then, Karen Isberg tells us about the importance of supplementing electrolights during the hot summer months. And, we are also talking history of the NAYCH with George and Roberta Williams. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 723:

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Guest: Laura Roberts
Guest: Karen Isberg
Guest: George Williams and Roberta Williams
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Training Horses for Amateur Riders, Hay Soaking, and a Trainer Tip from Maya Markowski

Sat, 22 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We are talking to Ohio dressage trainer, Karri McFadden, who has made a successful business of finding and training horses for amateur riders. After that, Wendy Murdoch talks about hay soaking. Plus, Maya Markowski is back with a Trainer Tip. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 722:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Karri McFadden
Guest: Wendy Murdoch|Sure Foot Equine|Murdoch Method Facebook|The Whole Rider
Guest: Maya Markowski | Facebook
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Behind the Scenes of Qualifying for Pan Am Team Selection with Lori Bell and Luis Reteguiz-Denizard

Sat, 15 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We've got a special show this week, highlighting international competitors declared for the chance to compete at the Pan-Am games. First, we are speaking with Lori Bell from Canada. And, then, Luis Denizard hoping to represent Puerto Rico joins us for a chat. Plus, Luis will stick around for a Trainer Tip about halts. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 721:

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Guest: Lori Bell of Horse Haven Imports
Guest: Luis Reteguiz-Denizard of Delante Dressage
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Educational Programs, Book Club Book Review, and Nutrition Tips

Sat, 08 Jul 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We're chatting with Holly Hilliard, Chair of the Adult Programs Committee at Your Dressage. Then, our chosen book club auditor will review Eric Smiley's book. Today's trainer tip is provided by Coach Tony Sandoval, and he's talking all things nutrition. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 720:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Holly Hilliard
Guest: Tony Sandoval | Instagram
United States Dressage Federation
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
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How To Start Training Young Horses, Grand Prix Rider Katherine Bateson, and Lunging Tips Part 3

Sat, 24 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Trainer Jessica Gaston tells us how to start training your young horses. Then, we're thrilled to speak to Dressage Rider Katherine Bateson about the secret to riding her Grand Prix horse. For this week's trainer tip, we're answering questions about lunging! Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 719:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Jessica Gaston | Majestik Dressage
Guest: Catherine Bateson
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
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Tips From a Dressage Judge, Plus Another Trainer Tip on Lunging

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Dressage Judge Fie Anderson joins the show to share some tips and insights. Then, Wendy discusses her online program. And for this week's trainer tip, we're diving deeper into lunging. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 718:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Fie Andersen
Guest: Wendy Murdoch|Sure Foot Equine|Murdoch Method Facebook|The Whole Rider
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
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Maya Markowski, thoughts on educating young people, and teaching a horse how to lunge

Sat, 10 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Today on the show we have some thoughts and discussion on teaching people post pandemic with Angela Ariatti, after that we are pleased to be joined by Canadian competitor Maya Markowski, and then Reese and I have a trainer tip about lunging. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 717:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Angela Ariatti | Facebook
Guest: Maya Markowski | Facebook
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
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Bridle Fitting, International Competition Rides, and a Beautiful Sentiment for Training

Sat, 03 Jun 2023 06:00:00 -0400

On this week's USDF episode, bridle fitting expert Kelly Jones shares some great information. Then, Jodi Kelly is back to give advice on planning your first international competition ride. Finally, Reese and Phil end with a wonderful Trainer Tip. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 716:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Kelly Jones
Guest: Jodie Kelly
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
United States Dressage Federation
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Biosecurity, Impulsion, and Collection Tips

Sat, 20 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We're diving into biosecurity with Veterinarian Dr. Camilla Jamieson. Then, Wendy Murdoch shares an update. Plus, this week's tip about impulsion and collection is provided by FEI rider and trainer Fie Anderson. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 715:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Dr. Camilla Jamieson | Cajamies@purdue.edu | AAEP
Guest: Wendy Murdoch | Sure Foot Equine | Murdoch Method Facebook | The Whole Rider
Guest: Fie Andersen
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
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Marketing and Selling Your Horse, Amateur Spotlight and Trainer Tip

Sat, 13 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

On today's show we are going to get advice on marketing and selling your horse with experts on the subject Lindsey O'Keefe and Julie Channell, we've got a wonderful amateur for our spotlight today and a fantastic trainer tip with Patty Mayer. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 714:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Lindsey O'Keefe | Instagram
Guest: Julie Channell | Instagram
Guest: Camilla Jamieson
Guest: Patty Mayer
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
United States Dressage Federation
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Continuing Your Dressage Education, FEI Sports Forum, and How We Became Instructors

Sat, 06 May 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We chat with USDF Certified Instructor Kate Fleming-Kuhn about the reworked instructor certification program. Then, we speak with FEI Steward Cassandra Hummert-Johnson about the discussions held at this year's FEI Sports Forum in Switzerland. Afterward, we tell you how we first became instructors. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 713:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Kate Fleming-Kuhn | Facebook
Guest: Cassandra Hummert-Johnson
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
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Boot Care, Shopping for Your Next Horse and Finding a Good Dressage Trainer

Sat, 22 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

On this week's episode we're talking to Jessica Kaczmarek who's got some great tips about care for your boots, and then Jodie Kelly joins us for a chat about things to think about when shopping for your next horse, after that Wendy from the the Murdoch Method is on and then for the trainer tip Reese and I talk about finding a good dressage trainer. Listen In...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 712:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Jessica Kaczmarek
Guest: Jodie Kelly
Guest: Wendy Murdoch | Sure Foot Equine | Murdoch Method Facebook | Sure Foot Equine Facebook
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
United States Dressage Federation
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World Cup Review and a New Book for the Book Club, with "Sport Horse Problem Solver" by Eric Smiley

Sat, 15 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

Our friend, Patty Mayer, returns with another World Cup review. Then, we have a new book for review, "Sport Horse Problem Solver" by Eric Smiley. Then, Reese and Phil will share a Trainer Tip about using the full scale of intensity when working with your aids. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 711:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Patty Mayer
Guest: Eric Smiley
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
United States Dressage Federation
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The 2023 FEI World Cup Finals in Omaha and a Trainer Tip From Rider Anna Buffini

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We're chatting with "on-site reporter" Patty Mayer about this year's World Cup Finals in Omaha, Nebraska. Then, we'll hear a trainer tip from one of the competitors, U.S. Dressage Rider Anna Buffini. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 710:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Patty Mayer
Guest: Anna Buffini | Anna on Facebook
Book Club: The Sport Horse Problem Solver by Eric Smiley
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Road to World Cup 2023 with Anna Buffini

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We talk about getting ready for the upcoming show season with Tony Sandoval. Wendy from the Murdoch Method will introduce us to her new project, the Whole rider.com. Then, Anna Buffini will recap her season qualifying for the World Cup Final. And, after that returning with a Trainer Tip is Codi Harrison. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 709:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Tony Sandoval | Instagram
Guest: Wendy Murdoch | Sure Foot Equine | The Whole Rider
Guest: Anna Buffini | Anna on Facebook
Guest: Codi Harrison
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708: Auditor Book Review, CDI 5 Star with Codi Harrison and a Trainer Tip with Katie Poag

Sat, 18 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We start off with a book review of Christian Baier's Arena Tracks with listener, Isabeau. Following her review, we are then joined by Codi Harrison fresh off her start in the CDI 5 Star. And, then, we bring you a lovely Trainer Tip with our friend, Katie Poag. Listen In...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 708:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Auditor Isabeau
Guest: Codi Harrison
Guest: Katie Poag | Send Email | On Facebook
Book Club: Arena Tracks by Christian Baier
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707: Competition Management, the Hanoverian Horse, North American Stallion Testing, and a Trainer Tip from Megan McIsaac

Sat, 11 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

For this USDF episode, we will hear all about competition management from Heather Peterson. And, then, Natalie DiBerardinis--the breeding director from Hilltop Farm--will tell us all about the Hanoverian horse and the North American stallion testing. Finally, we have a great Trainer Tip from Megan McIsaac. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 707:

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Guest: Heather Peterson | slush@drgw.net
Guest: Natalie DiBerardinis
Guest: Megan McIsaac | Facebook | Instagram
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706: Exercise for Insulin-Resistant Horses, Prioritising Your Own Health and Training, Retiring Your Horse, and a Solid Trainer Tip

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 06:00:00 -0400

This week, the head of Kentucky Performance Products, Karen, starts us off by discussing exercise for the insulin-resistant horse. Then, we are joined by Megan McIsaac will share the challenges of prioritising her own health and training. And, then, Katie Poag will talk with us about retiring her 19-year-old competition partner. Finally, today's wonderful Trainer Tip is brought to us from Kristin Stein. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 706:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Karen Isberg | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Megan McIsaac | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Katie Poag | Send Email | On Facebook
Guest: Kristin Stein | Facebook
Book Club: Arena Tracks by Christian Baier
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705: FEI Steward Heather Peterson on Being Supportive, Competing in the Top Team Challenge, and a Trainer Tip from Your Hosts

Sat, 18 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We will be joined by FEI Steward, Heather Peterson, with an inspiration to be supportive. Following that, we have Canadian rider, Liz Steacie, sharing an amazing opportunity to compete in the Top Team Challenge. And, before we get to the Trainer Tip from Reese and I, Wendy from Sure Foot Equine Stability Program joins us. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 705:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: FEI Steward Heather Peterson
Guest: Liz Steacie | Top Team Challenge
Guest: Wendy Murdoch | Sure Foot Equine | Murdoch Method Facebook | Sure Foot Equine Facebook
Book Club: Arena Tracks by Christian Baier
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704: The Dressage Rider's Journal, Book Club Book-of-the-Month, and a Great Trainer Tip

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We are joined by Ruth Hogan Poulsen, who will tell us what is new for The Dressage Rider's Journal in 2023. After that, we have the author of our Book Club Book-of-the-Month, Christian Baier. And then, we've got a great Trainer Tip from Anna Merritt. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 704:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Ruth Hogan-Poulsen
Guest: Christain Baier | c.baier75@gmail.com
Guest: Anna Merritt | Facebook | Instagram
Book Club: Arena Tracks by Christian Baier
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703: USDF Handler's Clinic, an Amateur Spotlight, Author Andrea Kutsch, and a Trainer Tip with Ruth Hogan Poulsen

Sat, 04 Feb 2023 06:00:00 -0400

USDF episode, we will talk about the USDF handler's clinic held at Hilltop Farm. Following that, we are hoping to inspire some listeners with an amateur spotlight. We have a wonderful interview with Trafalger Square author, Andrea Kutsch. And, then, the Trainer Tip tonight will be with Ruth Hogan Poulsen. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 703:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Natalie DiBerardinis
Guest: Jackie Ducci | Facebook
Guest: Andrea Kutsch | Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin
Guest: Ruth Hogan-Poulsen | Challenge of the Americas
Book Club: Arena Tracks by Christian Baier
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702: Two Adequan USDF Trainers Conference Riders, plus a Trainer Tip from Dr. Carol Holland

Sat, 21 Jan 2023 06:00:00 -0400

We are excited to talk to riders from the Adequan USDF trainers conference--Kristen Stein and Anna Merritt--about their experience. After that, Dr. Carol Holland shares a very interesting Trainer Tip. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 702:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Kristin Stein | Facebook
Guest: Anna Merritt | Facebook | Instagram
Guest: Carole Holland
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701: Industry Trends, Acupuncture During Competition, New Year's Updates, and a Trainer Tip

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0400

We are talking with one of the original contributors to our show, Hilary Moore-Hebert, about industry trends. After that, veterinarian Carole Holland chats with us about treating horses with acupuncture during competition. Then, Wendy Murdoch joins us for a New Year's update. And, the Ride I.Q. Tip of the Week is with Lauren Sprieser. Listen in...

GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 701:

Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Philip Parkes
Guest: Hilary Moore Hebert | Tiktok
Guest: Carole Holland
Guest: Wendy Murdoch | Sure Foot Equine | Murdoch Method Facebook | Sure Foot Equine Facebook
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