In this episode we discuss:

• Julia's import, Andi, is HERE!
• Engineer Andrew returns to the studio.
• Laura's ziplining adventure at the travel conference
• The purchase that Julia judged 
• Tips for acclimating a horse to a new barn and environment
• Julia's first jump school with Andi

In this episode we cover: 

• Dr. Leslie Schur, our go-to vet and a cornerstone of the Las Vegas equine scene. She’s a Michigan State grad and co-founder of Desert Pines Equine, with decades dedicated to keeping equine athletes performing at their best.
• What the latest research says about joint health and steroid injections
• Are we seeing more neck and back issues in warmbloods?
• New joint therapies that are gaining traction
• Feeding tips: grain vs. forage and what hay is best
• Summer riding 101: how heat index and air quality impact your horse’s health

Follow Desert Pines Equine Center on Instagram:  @desertpinesequine

In this episode we cover:

• Julia shares what happened to her horse Uno in the pasture
• We reflect on our heart horses and the special bonds we've had
• Julia introduces her new horse, Andi, and how it all came together
• A look at the process of international horse transportation
• Laura talks about what went down when she tried to get on her horse bareback 

In this episode we cover:

• Key findings from The Chronicle of the Horse employee survey about the equine industry’s employee crisis.
• What are the top employee frustrations from their employers.
• What employees value most including mentorship and growth opportunities.
• Why the industry needs to embrace change to retain talent. 

In this episode we cover:

• Laura shares the details about her new barn in Las Vegas.
• What she’s focusing on in her new training program
• A few training tips Laura’s picked up lately
• Julia’s back in Europe to horse shop
• How to find and work with your own broker
• Did she actually find a GP-level horse under $350k… despite every broker telling her otherwise?

In this episode we cover:

• In this episode, Laura opens up about the emotional journey of leaving her home barn after 13 years.  Laura’s former barn was truly  one of a kind...the kind of place you wish you could bottle up and keep forever. 
• Why changing barns is never an easy decision.
• The preparation and thought process behind the move.
• What she ultimately decided to do about her beloved barn cats.

In this episode we cover:

• A convo with Heidi Brown, a Las Vegas-based equestrian, photographer, mom of four, and mustang trainer, about her journey into working with wild horses.
• What the term “gentling” means and why it’s replaced the outdated idea of “breaking” a horse.
• What actually happens during a mustang roundup
• A quick recap of The Mustang on Netflix and our thoughts on how it portrays the wild horse world.

In this episode we cover:

• Laura and Julia are back in the studio while Molly’s out living her best horse show life.
• Laura scored an upgrade on her 11-hour flight to Nice.
• A few highlights from Cannes…it involves a lot of dancing.
• Julia’s heading back to Europe to find her horse after the last one didn’t vet.
• Tips on how to find the right broker when horse shopping overseas.
• And we wrap with a little airport chat.

In this episode we cover:

• The true cost of buying Grand Prix horse 
• Julia shares all the details from a $10M+ barn party in San Diego
• Laura reveals her must-haves if she ever owned a barn
• A new rule on wearing headphones while riding sparks debate
• Comparing the cost of showing in Europe vs. the U.S.

In this episode we cover:

• We’re kicking off our trainer interview series with Las Vegas-based professional rider and trainer, Jennifer Vancheri Porter.
• Learn how to build a business plan for launching a training program
• Hear about Jennifer’s dual career as a trainer and Private Risk Advisor
• Get her go-to plan for horse show prep
• And the big question: Can you actually make money with horses?

Follow Jennifer and her barn on Instagram at jjsporthorsesusa

In this episode we discuss:

• Laura’s biz travel adventures and favorite airports.
• Watchouts with the pricing when buying horses in Europe.  
• Why the horse that Julia was close to purchasing fell through.
• What Julia learned is a must have for any future PPE.
• The risk of buying a horse with a heart murmur. 

In this episode we discuss:

• Laura and Molly are in studio while Julia celebrates Mother’s Day in Cabo
• Laura being mistaken for the barn manager and giving unsolicited advice to fellow riders.
• Horse wellness updates on Annie’s eye and Garcon’s tendon
• FEI 2025 Sport Forum introduces safety vest research and a new Equine Welfare Plan
• USHJA Listening Tour raises concerns about horse welfare and overuse in competition

In this episode Laura discusses:

• Laura’s solo this week—Julia’s in Del Mar visiting her sister Katie, and Molly’s celebrating Reese’s 2nd birthday.
• An update on Julia’s horse shopping trip.  
• Why Laura chose a career in sales.
• The story of Laura’s first horse, Guverner—and the heartbreaking event that changed everything about how she is as a horse owner.

Warning: This episode contains graphic discussions of animal cruelty.

In this episode, we cover a serious story out of Las Vegas: the recent death of Dr. Frehner, a veterinarian who had been facing accusations of animal cruelty.

We discuss:

• Our personal history and experiences with Dr. Frehner as a local vet.
• The dangers of rushing to judgment based on short clips without full context.
• How public backlash can spiral — and how we can encourage healthy dialogue instead of fueling cancel culture.
• The ethics of posting videos from veterinary or training sessions — are people asking for permission?

In this episode we discuss:

• Julia’s recent trip to the U.K. to find her next horse — and whether Europe really has better quality horses than the U.S.
• The barn vibes abroad: what’s different, what’s better, and what totally caught Julia off guard
• The logistics of booking a horse broker and what to expect
• Watch outs when shopping overseas (hint: the exchange rate)
• How Julia overcame the nerves of trying horses in front of strangers in a foreign country. 

In this episode we discuss:

• How to make an exit from a barn without burning bridges (yes, it’s possible!)
• Signs it might be time to move on — and how to trust your gut
• Julia’s deep dive into the art of reading horse names
• The equestrian item Molly couldn’t resist… and paid full retail price for. 

In this episode we discuss:  

• Julia is off to the U.K. for some serious horse shopping
• How she’s prepping to try horses abroad
• Riding through being sick (literally)
• The new animal at the barn that Laura is obsessed with  

In this episode we discuss:

• Julia’s exciting horse-related announcement
• The ins and outs of importing horses — and the impact of tariffs
• A few more equestrian-themed “Let Them’s”
• Plus, Engineer Andrew surprises Laura, Julia, and Molly with a pop quiz!

In this episode, we discuss:

• Danish dressage rider Andreas Helgstrand’s return to competition following a suspension related to animal welfare concerns at his training facility.
• What was revealed in the undercover documentary Operation X: Secrets of the Horse Billionaire.
• The question: Is show jumping considered horse abuse?
• How to ensure you’re doing right by the horse in your own program.

In this episode we discuss:

• A recap of SXSW, including some celebrity sightings (including someone from White Lotus)
• Laura’s public apology to a social media influencer she may have trolled
• Catching up on our latest riding adventures
• An update on Garcon’s tendon rehab progress
• How Julia’s horses, Uno and Pico, are settling into retirement

In this episode we discuss:

• An interview with Marissa Moore, who is a certified equine massage therapist.
• Marissa shares her journey and what it takes to become an equine massage therapist, including schooling and certification.
• Laura’s experience with equine massage and its benefits for horse health and performance.  
• Marissa also walks us through simple bodywork exercises you can try at home—your horse will thank you!

You can follow Marissa on IG @ moore_equine-massage 

In this episode we discuss:

• Julia is on “PTO,” so it’s just Molly and Laura in the studio.
• Molly surprises Laura with a gift—what did she bring?
• Horse show recap: Molly shares how the show with Annie went and opens up about her riding dreams and goals.
• Barn drama: What unexpected item was stolen from Laura?
• Laura recaps her business trip to Miami, including her interview with Brie Garcia from The Nikki and Brie Show.

In this episode we discuss:

• Julia and Laura are holding down the studio while Molly keeps crushing it at Desert International Horse Park with Annie.
• We put an equestrian spin on Mel Robbins' ‘Let Them’ theory—because, let’s be real, it applies just as much in the barn as it does in life.
• And… why Laura always rides with a helmet.

In this episode we discuss:

• Julia is back in the studio with Laura, while Molly is off crushing it at a horse show.
• Julia shares some big news about Uno and Pico.
• When is the right time to retire your horse?
• The struggle and frustration of repetitive soft tissue injuries.
• How to find the right retirement spot for your horse.
• What’s next for Julia in her riding journey?

In this episode Laura is solo and discusses the below 

• It’s just Laura for this episode, but the whole team will be back in the studio next time!
• Laura recaps Week 5 at Desert International Horse Park.
• What was the new setback Laura had to overcome in the show ring?
• Laura shares her thoughts on going to a show without feeling the need to compete every day.
• Laura had an in-person session with Joanna at The Wild Thread (horse communicator) for Mozie—what did she learn that brought her to tears?
• And Laura share's our big announcement, we have an official horse show photographer: Dark Aperture Media