The 3 Stride Podcast
A podcast that finds humor in the equestrian world. Hosted by three adult amateurs who love horses + like to dish on equestrian gossip. Laura Fernandez, who heads up a division at a top audio/tech company, Julia Hanssen, who works at an international influencer advertising agency, and Molly Heroy, who runs a successful e-commerce + mobile tack store; all with one thing in common; the passion for horses and the sport.
Episodes
199 episodes
Julia’s Change of Wedding Plans
In this episode we cover:Julia’s latest horse communicator session-what she learned about Andi (and what surprised us)Julia’s wedding plan pivot-what changed and whyThank you to our partner
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Season 5
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Episode 196
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33:19
The Amateur Isn’t the Problem
In this episode we cover:We’re all over the “helpless amateur” stereotype. Why amateurs feeling undervalued despite contributing a lot of money and time to the industry. The responsibility of trainers an...
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Season 5
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Episode 195
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38:06
Being Too Emotional on Your Horse
In this episode we cover:Julia’s wedding date and venue announcement and why it meant a lot to Laura. When your emotions come out on your horse in the wrong way. Molly and her adult braces.What ...
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Season 5
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Episode 193
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38:45
Horse Fitness Routines + a USEF Warning
In this episode we cover:Catch our video clips on social! No full episodes on YouTube yet. Garcon + Andi’s fitness routine-how long we spend trotting and cantering.Molly and Julia’s trainer got a note f...
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Season 5
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Episode 192
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42:12
NYC, Pink Eye + Molly’s Horse Update
In this episode we cover:Update on Laura’s new gig + what happened to her eye week one.The longest we’ve all gone without jumping.How Contact is adapting to retirement life. Molly’s update on Fiona +...
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Season 5
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Episode 191
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22:34
James Van Der Beek and Julia Falling Off Andi 2x
In this episode we cover:James Van Der Beek and GoFundMe Kaley Cuoco sleeping in separate bedrooms with her fiance Tommy Pelphey. Results of Garcon’s neck X-RaysWhat happened in Julia’s lesson to...
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Season 5
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Episode 190
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32:38
Wins and Losses of the Past Week
In this episode we cover:Laura, Julia and Molly share their wins/losses of the past week.Molly’s digital detox.Laura just got TikTok and who she’s following. Random talk about sending nudes. &nb...
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Season 5
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Episode 189
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17:11
Crying in the Barn Aisle
In this episode we cover:Saying goodbye to Mozie and the emotional whiplash of sending a lease horse back.What Laura passed along to the next leasee aka a novel of a note.Navigating communication with trainers when...
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Season 5
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Episode 188
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21:32
Beckham Drama, Loose Horses, and Julia’s Horse Show Recap
In this episode we cover:Tell Me Lies, Beckham Drama + Heated Rivery Contact took over an hour to load him in the trailer and then what happened?!How Contact is adjusting to retirement life.<...
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Season 5
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Episode 187
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35:24
The Work/Horse (aka Life) Balancing Act
In this episode we cover:Laura’s tough decision about her lease horse Mozie (the best boy!!!). Balancing your career and the horses. Thank you to our partner
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Season 5
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Episode 186
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24:34
An Interview with Trainer + Coach Mickie Sage
In this episode we cover:We have Sagebrush Farms (+ Laura’s coach/trainer) Mickie Sage on the podcast!Mickie Sage is a force in the equestrian community not only showing at the highest levels from WEF to FEI World Cup Quali...
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Season 5
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Episode 185
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53:05
Showgrounds Live Video Fees, Broken Legs + a Big Announcement
Welcome to Season 5 of The 3 Stride Podcast!!!In this episode we cover:Molly, Julia + Laura are all back in the studio together! Welcome to Season 5! How did Molly’s daughter, Reese, break her leg?!<...
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Season 5
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Episode 184
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37:57
When They Tell You It’s Time: Retiring Contact
In this episode we cover:The story of finding Contact in Europe and trusting a friend and broker to help bring him into Laura’s lifeWhat the partnership was supposed to look like and how injuries slowly rewrote that plan.
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Season 4
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Episode 183
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20:11
Top Equestrian Controversies of 2025
In this episode we cover:Having friends ask to ride your horse and the moment someone says “they’re a great rider” without context.The quiet tests you use to figure out if someone actually knows what they’re doing before th...
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Season 4
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Episode 182
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33:07
Show Jumping Radio Channel + Lease Decisions
In this episode we cover:Our idea to launch a dedicated show jumping channel on an audio platform-think curated music, live show commentary, and inspiring rider interviewsThe real highs and lows of leasing a horseL...
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Season 4
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Episode 181
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18:36
Split Rock in CA, Thanksgiving + EHV-1 Virus
In this episode we cover:Thanksgiving recap, including Molly cooking for 40+ people and Laura getting to ride Julia’s horse, Andi.An update on Andi’s health and recovery after cellulitis.Laura’s first horse show wi...
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Season 4
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Episode 180
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33:31
Building a Partnership with Your New Trainer
In this episode we cover:Laura’s fresh start with her new trainer and what those months really look and feel like.How to build trust, communication, and respect from day one and why the trainer/rider relationship is everyth...
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Season 4
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Episode 179
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27:34
Inside For Horses: The Italian Equestrian Fashion Powerhouse
In this episode we cover:The Italian origin story of For Horses and how Giovanna and Andrea fused fashion design with textile innovation.Anita Sguigna’s role as U.S. Sales and Marketing Manager Inside the bran...
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Season 4
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Episode 178
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27:42
Darragh Kenny and the World Anti-Doping List
In this episode we cover:Molly’s husband, Ryan, was in a car accident-what happened?! Why Irish Olympian Darragh Kenny has been suspended and what it means for his career.A look at the FEI and World Anti-Dopin...
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Season 4
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Episode 177
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30:11
Splitrock and S Bends
In this episode we cover:The horse show prep/training prior to Laura heads to Splitrock in Nov. at San Anita Park.The S Bend exercise and landing your leads.Airvests-are they still popular?
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Season 4
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Episode 176
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26:15
Cellulitis, Task, and a Weird Book Club Story
In this episode we cover:Our latest pop culture obsessions including Task and a wild new book.Why Laura had to quit a book club.What happened to Julia’s horse Andi right before the show.How to spot the sig...
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Season 4
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Episode 175
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27:18
The Gerry Mullins Canter Pole System
In this episode we cover:Should other people be in the ring during your lesson-helpful or distraction.Inside look at the Gerry Mullins (International Olympic, World and European Champ) canter pole system at Sagebrush Farms....
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Season 4
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Episode 174
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20:58
From Pro to Amateur and the Rules to Reinstate
In this episode we cover: Julia’s new headshaking supplement for Andi and how it’s working.What it takes for professionals to reinstate their amateur card.Pom poms in horses’ ears and whether they help.
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Season 4
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Episode 173
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22:18
Chipped Tooth's, Molly in the 1.20s, and The Summer I Turned Pretty
In this episode we cover:Laura chipped her tooth in the most random way (and of course, it had nothing to do with riding)Our POV on The Summer I Turned Pretty and all of our thoughts on itMolly and Annie are back i...
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Season 4
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Episode 172
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27:52