The Scope Podcast
Two perspectives; one sport. Unfiltered conversations about the equestrian world.
Episodes
75 episodes
From the Vault: What’s so Great About Pony Finals Anyway? Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union.
In honor of one of our favorite events of the year, we’re trotting out this classic episode!In this lively episode of Scope, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner share their thoughts on the excitement and stress surrounding Pony Finals,...
Episode 72: Investing in Horses--How to Turn a Large Fortune into a Small Fortune? Presented By Founders Federal Credit Union.
In this exciting episode of the Scope Podcast, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker dive into the intriguing world of horse investment. With the backdrop of the World Cup sparking a lively discussion about soccer (or is it football?), the duo tran...
Episode 71: Can the Next USEF Leader Shake off the Social Media Haters? Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union.
In this episode of Scope, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the complexities of leadership within the equestrian community, focusing particularly on the recent departure of Bill Moroney from the United States Equestrian Federation (US...
Episode 70: Are Exhibitors Shooting Themselves in the Foot with their Digital Cameras? A Horse Show Photographer Speaks Out. Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union
In this episode of The Scope Podcast, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the fascinating world of horse show photography with special guest Bailey Smith of Bailey Smith Photography. With over a decade of experience, Bailey shares her j...
Episode 69: Navigating Disappointment--Our Junior Hunter Finals Experience. Presented By Founders Federal Credit Union.
In this episode of Scope, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker dive into an unexpected journey that intertwines a quest for authentic matcha with the rollercoaster experience of Junior Hunter Finals.The episode kicks off with a lighthearte...
Episode 68: Training Rides—Essential Tool or Expensive Crutch? Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union.
In this episode of The Scope Podcast, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker dive into the often misunderstood world of training rides in the equestrian sport. They kick off the conversation with a light-hearted discussion about entertainment choice...
Episode 67: Outsourcing Equestrian Education—Master Essential Barn Skills with YouTube Wizardry. Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union.
In this episode of Scope, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the world of equestrian education, exploring essential skills that young riders can learn outside the barn. With a lighthearted banter, they discuss how trainers might benefi...
Episode 66: Amateur Hour—Debunking Myths and Misinformation Surrounding Adult Riders. Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union.
Join Jen Barker and Karen Tanner in this week’s hilariously insightful episode of The Scope podcast, where they dive deep into the wonderful world of adult amateurs. They tackle the misconceptions that plague this often misunderstood group, fro...
Episode 65: Under the Influence—Are Equestrian Sports Ready for the Next Social Media Superstar? Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union.
In this episode of *The Scope Podcast*, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner explore the intriguing "Katie Van Slyke Effect," a phenomenon centered around the rising star of equestrian influencer Katie Van Slyke. With over 5 million followers on T...
Episode 64: Sissy Wickes’ Passion is Paving the Road to the Top for the Next Equestrian Superstars. Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union.
In this episode of **Scope**, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker dive into a compelling conversation with Sissy Wickes, an esteemed USEF judge and lifelong horse trainer. Sissy is the executive director of the nonprofit foundation, **Road to the...
Episode 63: The Shots Heard Round the Horse World—Micheal Barisone and Lauren Kanarek. Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union.
In this gripping episode of The Scope Podcast, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive deep into the shocking true crime story surrounding the shooting at Hawthorne Hill, as chronicled in the Netflix documentary. Join Jen and Karen as they explo...
Episode 62: Red Flag, Green Flag, Pink Flag—Horse Show Edition. Presented By Founders Federal Credit Union
In this episode of *The Scope Podcast*, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker dive into the fascinating world of equestrian events through a fun and informative lens. Join them as they explore the nuances of horse shows with their signature segment...
Episode 61: Nepotism in the Horse World—How Big of an Advantage Do Trainers’ Kids Have? Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union
In this episode of *The Scope Podcast*, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the intriguing topic of "nepoquestrianism," a term they cleverly coin to discuss the advantages and disadvantages of growing up in equestrian families. Jen, hai...
Episode 60: Derek Braun—The Interview That Disappeared. Presented by Founders Federal Credit Union
In this episode of *The Scope Podcast*, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the unexpected fallout from their recent interview with Derek Braun, the organizer behind the 2026 FEI World Cup Finals. Initially excited about the opportunity...
Episode 58: Secrets to a Smart Pre Purchase Exam with Dr. Magda Wylie, presented by Founders Federal Credit Union
In this episode of **The Scope Podcast**, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner welcome special guest Dr. Magda Wylie from South Carolina Equine Associates to dive into the intricacies of the pre-purchase exam (PPE) for horses. With Karen’s limited...
Episode 57: Challenging the Elite—WEF Controversies and the USEF's Disconnect
In this episode of *The Scope* Podcast, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the latest scandal rocking Wellington International. The episode kicks off with a light-hearted discussion about weddings, rompers, and family introductions, bu...
Episode 56: Braider Gate--The Drama Behind the Mane
Join hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner in this lively episode of *The Scope Podcast* as they dive into the fascinating and controversial world of braiding in the hunter world. Titled "Braider Gate," this episode unpacks the recent drama surroun...
Episode 55: Double Trouble—New Drug Rules Hold Owners and Trainers Accountable
In this episode of *The Scope Podcast*, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive deep into the world of deviled eggs and the complexities of drug regulations in horse shows. With a mix of humor and expert insight, they kick things off discussing ...
Episode 54: Moving Up—Who Calls the Shots When Riders Want to Jump the Gun?
In this episode of Scope, Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the complexities of advancement in equestrian sports, exploring the fine line between ambition and readiness. With a nostalgic nod to the 80s and 90s, they share personal hair jour...
Episode 53: The Price of Passion—Rita Crundwell’s Crime
In this captivating episode of **The Scope Podcast**, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the wild world of true crime, focusing on the notorious case of Rita Crundwell—responsible for the largest municipal fraud in U.S. history. <...
Episode 52: Equestrian Equality--Do Male and Female Riders Compete on Level Ground?
**The Scope Podcast** Join co-hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner for lively discussions that dive deep into the world of sports, especially focusing on the unique dynamics of equestrian athletics. In this episode, they explore the fasc...
Episode 51: From Show Ring to Stand Up Stage—Comedian Maxi Witrak is the Equestrian Entertainer We All Relate To
In this episode of **The Scope Podcast**, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner welcome the multi-talented Maxi Witrak, a comedian, actress, fitness trainer, and graduate of Johns Hopkins University, who hails from Los Angeles. Maxi shares her fasc...
Episode 50: Coaching Conundrums or Red Flags for Riding Students? 🚩
Join hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner in this lively episode of "The Scope Podcast,” where they dive into the world of coaching dynamics through the lens of "Red Flag, Green Flag, Pink Flag." ### Key Highlights:- **Pushing Com...
Episode 49: Daniel Geitner is Building a Unified Voice For Professionals with The United States Equestrian Trainers Association
In this episode of *The Scope Podcast*, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner delve into the world of equestrian sports with a special guest, Daniel Geitner, the 2025 USEF National Horseman of the Year and co-founder of the United States Equestrian...
Episode 48: From “Emerging” to Mainstream—Increasing The Visibility of NCEA Equestrian
Join co-hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner on this part two episode of *The Scope Podcast* as they dive deep into the evolving landscape of NCEA equestrian sports, particularly focusing on the recent transition of the UC Davis equestrian team to...
