
Connemara Pony Tales
Podcast series highlighting all things related to the Connemara Pony.
Episodes
38 episodes
Beyond the Bullsh*t: The Truth About Judging Connemara Ponies
Ever wondered what really happens behind the judge’s table? We’re cutting through the noise and getting straight to the truth.We’ve brought together three of the most experienced and straight-talking judges in the game—people who’ve judg...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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49:20

The Road to London 2024: Ridden Connemaras in the Spotlight
In this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, host Lucinda Kelly explores the exciting world of ridden Connemara ponies in the show ring. Joined by three top riders and producers—Rebecca Penny, Harrison Taylor, and Ailsa Vines—we explore th...
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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33:07

Across the Pond: Celebrating Connemara Ponies in the U.S
In this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, host Lucinda Kelly dives into the heart of the U.S. Connemara pony community with three passionate advocates for the breed. Joining her are Caroline Nesbitt, Carol Kozlowski, and Marynell Eyles—...
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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40:43

Heart of the Breed: Fairyhill Ponies with John Noel Mullen
In this episode, we’re honoured to have John Noel Mullen of Fairyhill Connemara Ponies with us. Known for producing ponies true to type with quality conformation and movement, Fairyhill has been a cornerstone of the Connemara breed, beginning w...
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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34:12

Voices of Clifden: Inside the October 2024 Connemara Pony Sales
Welcome to a very special edition of Connemara Pony Tales! This October, we took our microphones to the heart of the action at the Clifden Pony Sales, where breeders, buyers, and enthusiasts come together to celebrate the best of t...
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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11:41

Robbie Fallon and the Legacy of Cashel Bay Connemara Ponies
In this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, we are delighted to welcome Robbie Fallon from Cashel Bay Connemara Pony Stud in Connemara, County Galway. From breeding top performance ponies to producing in-hand champions, the Cashelbay prefix has ac...
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Season 5
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Episode 6
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36:32

A Conversation with Lady Maria Levinge of Grange Connemara Ponies
In this episode we chat to Lady Maria Levinge of Grange Connemara ponies and past, present and future ponies.
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Season 5
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Episode 5
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39:20

Tips & Tales from Native Pony Show Riders & Producers
Introducing some of our best show riders and producers of native ponies across UK & Ireland!1. Aimee Devane2. Charlotte Smiley3. Amber ThorpeThese riders are at the top of their game competing successfully at HOY...
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Season 5
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Episode 4
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40:47

Quick-Fire Insights: Your Burning Questions Answered by the CPBS Council
In this episode, Daragh O'Tuairisg, the CPBS President and Cait Hennessy, HR Executive of theCouncil take on a whirlwind of quickfire questions from our listeners.Get an exclusive peek into the Council's plans for the upcoming year, as ...
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Season 5
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Episode 3
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45:46

Fireside Chat with Malachy Gorham of Kingstown Stud
Foreward – by Pam ClinganI have the honour of writing the foreward for this extraordinary bumper podcast of our host, Lucinda Kelly, in conversation with Kingstown Connemara’s Malachy Gorham.Mal and Joe, like their father Joe Go...
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Season 5
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Episode 2
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56:02

Pony Chats with Midland Breeders Sean Dunne & Pat Rabbitt
Welcome to the first episode of the 2024 series!Joining me are two highly respected Midland Connemara pony breeders, Sean Dunne of Garryhinch Stud and Pat Rabbitt of Monaghanstown Stud. These two individuals have dedicated their lives t...
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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39:30

Meet the Breeders: Australia
In this episode we meet with 3 of Australia's Connemara pony breeders who are passionate about the pony and the promotion of the breed through the Connemara Pony Breeders Society Australia.1. Catherine Hollingsworth Catherin...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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57:09
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HOYS '22 Riders with Vikki Smith, Vicki Casey and Ciara Mullen
The Horse of the Year Show 2022 kicks off at the NEC in Birmingham tomorrow! In this episode, I speak to three riders who have qualified their ponies. Joining me are Vicky Casey (UK), Vikki Smith (UK) and Ciara Mullen (...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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39:55

A Judges View on the Changing Connemara Pony
In this episode, I speak to a group of our top pony judges about the evolution of the Connemara pony in line with todays market demand,.Joining me are the following guests: Ernie Somerville from IrelandJacqueline Web...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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37:55

Meet the Breeders: Importing Connemara Stallions
In this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, I speak to breeders who have imported Connemara stallions to help with their breeding goals.Guests:📞 Antaine O'Cuinn of Inis Sle Connemaras (Ireland)📞 Frankie Hirst of Barrowby Conne...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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50:38

Skin Issues with your Connemara Pony with Dr Kieran O’Brien
HAVE ANY SKIN PROBLEMS WITH YOUR PONIES? Sweet Itch/Itching Ringworm Mud Fever Sunburn RainRotIn this episode we speak to Dr Kieren O'Brien about skin iss...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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47:06

A Chat with Priscilla and Talitha Diamond of Diamonds Connemara Ponies
In this episode we are delighted to welcome Priscilla and Talitha Diamond of Diamonds Equine in Renvyle, County Galway in the West of Ireland. Diamond Connemaras go back 4 generations to Willie Diamond who founded it in the ‘30s, hi...
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38:08

Young Breeders Chit Chat
In this episode we chat to three young breeders about how they got into ponies, their breeding goals and what they have lined up for 2022.Joining us are Eimear Coleman, Lorcan Glynn and Emma Jane Murray, all with a huge passion for our ...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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32:27

A Chat with British Breeders Andrew Morrey, Kerry Wainwright and Dianna Staveley
We are hugely grateful to the
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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46:36

A Chat with Jimmy and John Canavan of Fernville Connemara Stud
In this episode, we chat to Jimmy and John Canavan of Fernville Pony Stud in Moycullen, Co Galway. Jimmy talks about Abbelyleix Owen, Hazy Match and I Love You Melody. He shares his thoughts on how he believes the Studbook should evolve s...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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54:34

Connemara Pony Sales - An Overview of the 2021 market with Padraic Heanue and Joanne Hannigan
In this episode we once again chat with Padraic Heanue and Joanne Hannigan about the Connemara pony market this year. What are prices like? What trends are they seeing? WHat should prospective buyers look out for?
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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42:02

Let's Talk Genetics with Dr Melissa Cox and Fiona Comer
Get ready to learn about Connemara genetics like never before!This episode we speak to Dr Melissa Cox and Fiona Comer about a range of genetic topics related to the pony:1. Genetic diversity in our stallions2. HWSD3. PSS...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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47:51

Meet the Irish HOYS qualified riders and producers 2021
For the first time, the Irish Pony Society was awarded qualifiers for the M&M ridden and working hunter classes as well as the In-Hand Championship for the Price Family In-Hand Championship in Ireland. We chat to our qualified riders and pr...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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30:47

Meet the Vets - The Pros and Cons of AI for your mares and stallions
Get ready to learn like you never have before! The topic of AI is a beast but something that we felt was worth discussing on the podcast.Hosted by Carol Henley of TBS Stud (and owner of Cheeky Bobby Sparrow), we are delighted to h...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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45:48

Saddle Fitting with Fiona Cork and Lauren Coxhead
In this episode of Connemara Pony Tales we discuss all matters related to saddle fitting for your ponies.We have two amazing guests answering your questions:Fiona Cork, a professional rider on the showing circuit having won HOYS...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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47:00
