Two Trips and a Drag

Hosts Sam and Trens welcome Victoria Free from Steppin' Free Farms for a lively conversation about barn life, pony and hunter-jumper careers, training philosophies, and running a busy lesson and showing program.
The episode mixes practical horse talk—developing young horses, derby successes, and riding tips—with lighthearted stories, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and plenty of laughter.

Two friends trade weekend stories: Mercury in retrograde, wild weather and wind that upended horse jumps, a dramatic Pony Mom ribbon confrontation, and a steward who kept things from spiraling. They also recap fox hunting, a lively hunt ball with bourbon tastings, and behind-the-scenes judging drama.The episode mixes light-hearted banter with practical tips about handling shows, hound and terrier life, and upcoming events — all told with humor and local color.

Hosts trade playful banter about language quirks and a confessed Diet Coke habit before diving into horse-show talk.The episode focuses on the National Horse Show moving to Tryon, weighing conveniences, concerns about facilities and travel, and asking for listener feedback.They also share World Equestrian Games quarantine stories, a surprise five-star winner, jump-design passion, and prep for the Hunt Ball.

Hosts return after a break to chat from WEC Ocala about the five‑star week, stunning stallions, and a challenging equitation class that tested top riders with no‑stirrups and multiple rounds.They debate rule changes in equitation finals, lament the loss of the horse‑swap test, and praise standout riders and course design.Other highlights include a surprising USEF update on mules in the hunter ring, chaotic peacock stories, trailer and tack nostalgia, and upcoming announcing plans.

Hosts celebrate episode 20 while prepping for "Ice-mageddon," swapping stories about horse care, barn bargains, transport risks, and rescue concerns. They discuss podcast tech struggles, judging and USEF frustrations, college riding cuts, and a planned Oregon Trail wagon ride — all with humor and heartfelt worry for animals and the horse community.

Hosts Triena and Sam chat with Grand Prix rider and breeder Mallory Norton Vale about barn life, a mysterious package of antique ribbons, and raising a daughter who vaults and rides. They cover vaulting horses, managing a busy Ocala farm, traveling to shows like Dinard and Thermal, and balancing parenthood with a competitive riding career.
This episode blends barn anecdotes, travel stories, and practical talk about training, social media, and the realities of life in the show world.

In this New Year episode hosts Trena and Sam welcome Jay Moore to share his path from Montgomery, Alabama to riding in college, working for top trainers, and building his own boutique business, Authentic LLC, in Huntsville.
Jay describes his years at Finley, working for David Beisel and others, coaching IEA teams to zone and national success, and the ups and downs of running a lesson and show program while keeping things authentic and horse-focused.

Sam and Trena celebrate the holidays with a mix of heart and humor: a surprise rescue of a blind, deaf senior dog from a veteran, family holiday updates, and funny Memphis escapades.
They also dig into serious industry talk about rising costs for trainers and lesson programs, charity highlights like the NHL teddy bear drive, and everyday barn life, finishing with light anecdotes about Topgolf, possums, and re-watching Ted Lasso.

Sam returns from a wild cruise trip — no Wi‑Fi, a shocking $100 soda cup, nonstop drinks, a belly‑flop contest, and sunny highlights from Roatan.The hosts also dig into horse show controversies like heavy class schedules, the new re‑ride rule, and judging headaches.They finish with a deep dive into foxhounds and hunting life, plus holiday plans and upcoming guests.

Hosts Trena and Sam celebrate downloads, trade barn‑party stories and sponsor wishlists before welcoming eventer Sammy McCarthy.
Sammy shares her riding roots (IHSA at Murray State), her long partnership with the mare Adora, training with top coaches, and the unexpected detour of emergency eye surgery during a trip to Ocala.
The episode covers biosecurity concerns after EHV‑1 reports, life with retired horses, Sammy's new warmblood Luke, and plenty of barn anecdotes and travel tales.