Do you ever feel like you could better utilise your time? We spend hours every week mucking out, poo picking fields and filling haynets, and whilst it’s great to spend time in our own company or with some music playing, sometimes it can feel like something is missing. Whether you want to learn something new, improve your dressage scores, keep up to date with the latest industry news or just fancy a giggle, there’s an equestrian podcast for you.
We round up a selection of podcasts sure to entertain, educate and keep your mind busy whilst doing your horsey chores.
Stable Science from Dr David Marlin
Episode length: 10 – 45 minutes
This podcast from equine scientist Dr David Marlin covers health, wellbeing and performance. Each episode is packed full of unbiased, evidence-backed information and occasional guest appearances from other industry experts.
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
Episode length: 10 – 60 minutes
Perfect for eventing fans, this podcast previews and reviews major eventing competitions from around the globe, as well as featuring interviews with some of the biggest names in the sport. Hosted by Nicole Brown and supported by EquiRating’s Diarm and Sam, multiple episodes are released each week to keep you topped up on your eventing fix.
Sounds of the Sanctuary
Episode length: 10 – 40 minutes
Go behind the scenes of the UK’s biggest horse sanctuary Redwings to hear all about the charity’s 1,500 rescues and the team who care for them. Episodes range from following individual horses’ rescue stories to Field Notes, which address important horse care issues.
The Equine Physio and Rehab Podcast
Episode length: 10 – 20 minutes
These bitesize episodes centre around all aspects of physiotherapy and rehab, from planning a programme to finding the motivation to keep going. Hosted by equine physio Gillian Tabor, this podcast features practical advice and exercises to help you support a healthy horse or one being rehabbed from injury.
Ultimate Equine Podcast
Episode length: 20 – 60 minutes
Vet Dr Nicolle Symonds hosts this weekly podcast that answers your questions on keeping your horse happy, healthy and performing at their best. Each episode focuses on a specific topic, ranging from health conditions to best practises, as well as interviews with experts.
How to Dressage Podcast
Episode length: 5 – 30 minutes
Put together by British Dressage judges, episodes are uploaded weekly covering everything you need to know about training for dressage. From nailing movements to finding the best instructor for you, each episode is adapted from an article published on howtodressage.com so if you don’t have time to read them, you’ll have time to listen.
The Small and Supercharged Podcast
Episode length: 15 – 45 minutes
This podcast provides small businesses with PR tips and marketing advice, plus help with social media, photography and branding, as well as small business hacks. Host Rhea Freeman launched the award-winning podcast in 2018 so there are plenty of episodes to listen back to.
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