This week we’re talking to a top notch farrier on what it takes to care for top level horse hooves, barefoot or shod. We’ll also hear from our Heels Down Spark Award photography and writing winners and in case you were wondering no, you shouldn’t ingest your horse’s dewormer. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 90: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Photo Credit: Desiree Castanon Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Guest: Matt Cogan, Farrier from Payne Equestrian Guest: 2021 Heels Down Spark Photography Award Winners, Spotwart/Holm Guest: Karla Parsons, 2021 Heels Down Spark Writing Award Winner Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by:  and 

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Barefoot Jumpers and Muddy Mayhem

The countdown to Tokyo 2020 is on. This week, we’re talking to a horse gal who took it upon herself to make our sport more environmentally conscious. Also, the jury is in: turnout actually reduces the risk of injury, science says. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 89: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Photo Credit:  Drink Recipe:  Link: Link: Link: Link: Guest: Stephanie from Guest:  Product Review: Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by:  and 

The Tokyo Countdown Is On

After a year of ups and downs, the long delayed Olympic Games will be here before you know it! Doug Payne stops by to give us an American team update. But not everybody has been able to ride through the pandemic. This week, we’re also talking about head butting.  Guests and Links Episode 88: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Photo Credit:  Drink Recipe:  Link:  Link:  Link:  Guest: Selena O’Hanlon Guest:  Product Review:  Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , and 

Horse Head Butts and Olympic Realities

Managing a career, your family, friends and horses all at the same time is a serious balancing act. Two of our guests tonight do all of that, and launched their own businesses. This week, we’re sipping on some tequila and will be discussing - you guessed it - underwear again. Thanks for tuning in.  Guests and Links Episode 87: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Photo Credit:  Drink Recipe:  Link:  Link:  Link:  Guest: Jessica Andews, Owner/Founder of Guest: Sara Hadley, Owner/Creative Director of Product Review: Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , and 

Work-Life-Horse Balance

Ever had a tough ride and just didn’t want to get back on? We feel ya. This week, we’re talking about how to combat those feelings of fear and insecurity. We’re also excited to celebrate creativity in the horse world with the Heels Down Spark Awards and would you do yoga with mini horses? Heck yes. Thanks for tuning in... Guests and Links Episode 86: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Photo Credit:  Drink Recipe:  Link:  Link:  Link:  Product Review:  Link:  Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by:  , , and 

Horses Are Hard, Don’t Give Up

Don’t we all envy those riders who rock the perfect #ROOTD every day? We’re talking to one dressage fashionista on how she pulls it off. Braiding is the worst but we’re talking to the ultimate pro this week on how to make it better. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 85: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Photo Credit: Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Link: Product Review: Guest: Sarah Hepler Subscribe:  | | Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:  Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , ,  and

We're Feeling Sparkly

There’s been a lot of discussion about the hunters lately - are they really the most friendly discipline for the average rider? Or what needs to happen from it to be more inclusive? This week, we’re sipping cocktails with America’s leading polo player and we’ve got 99 problems but boarding ain’t one. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 84: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Photo Credit: ESI Photography Drink Recipe: Nic Roldan's Cocktail Pick Link:  Link:  Link:  Product Review:  Guest: Hope Glynn Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: ,  and 

Can The Hunters Ever Be Cool Again?

Footing matters. This week, Ellie is sharing the highs and lows of building a perfect arena on the farm. American eventer Allison Springer joins us to talk about her own farm buying adventure and bringing along young horses, and we answer the long standing question: does feed-through fly control really work?

So You Wanna Be A Farm Girl

Imagine giving up your stable corporate job for one in horses. It’s something a lot of us dream about, but our guest Brittney Chambers actually did it. This week, we’re talking about WTH is happening with Kentucky in 2021 and the most creative ways we’ve tried to save money because… horses. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 82: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Photo Credit: K.Paz Studios Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Link: Product Review: Ecogold, Hunt Club, and Unbelts Guest: Brittney Chambers, Subscribe:  | | Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:  Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , and

Choosing Horses Over Everything Else

With the WEC-USEF drama still fresh in our minds, why can’t we find a way to make horse shows more affordable? This week, we’re talking about the wonky, zig-zag path it’ll take for equestrians to get to the Olympics while sipping on mimosas. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 81: Link for sight impaired – Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Photo Credit: Erin Gilmore Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Product Review: Guest: Ann Glavan Link: Link: Subscribe:  | | Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:  Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , , and

Why Can’t Horse Shows Be Affordable?

We’re in the homestretch - the end of the year is almost here. This week, we’re sharing some yuletide laughs and Jessica Phoenix returns to talk about her Plan B for the winter competition season. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 80: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Photo Credit: Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Guest: , co-founder of Young Black Equestrians: The Podcast Guest: , Author and two-time Canadian Olympic eventer Subscribe:  | | Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:  Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , and

Festivus: Airing Our Grievances

Somehow, we’ve survived this very bizarre and stressful year. To celebrate, we’re sharing all our favorite gift ideas for holiday season. Also this week, we’re sharing our top no stirrup exercises to get those legs burnin’. Guests and Links Episode 79: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Photo Credit: Drink Recipe:   Subscribe: | | Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:  Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , and

The 2020 Guide To The Holidays

Everything sucks, so we’re talking to two top equestrians who inspire us with their amazing comeback stories. This week, we’re sharing our favorite outerwear options for the colder seasons and we answer this long puzzling question: why do horses eat sand? Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 78: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Photo Credit: Drink Recipe: Subscribe:  | | Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:  Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , , and

The Comeback Kids

Fall is here, if you can believe. This week, we’re sharing our favorite must-haves for the looming winter coat season and Brianna Noble joins us to talk about the power of horsemanship. Guests and Links Episode 77: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for  Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of  Photo Credit:  Drink Recipe:  Link:  Link:  Link:  Link:  Link:  Declutter Your Horse Life: , head groom at Payne Equestrian Subscribe:  |  |  Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:   Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , , 

Horsemanship Matters

Ever wonder why breeches never fit the same? Sigh. This week we’re talking to an equestrian fashion designer and body positivity advocate on why horses are great for everybody, no matter your waist size. And would you ever list your farm on Airbnb? Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 76: Link for sight impaired – Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with  Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Guest: Leah Wellard from Guest: Katelyn Woodburn, Street and Saddle Photo Credit: Drink Recipe: Link: Link: Link: Product Review:  Subscribe:  | | Join our Facebook Group: Search for “" Presenting Sponsor:  Thank you to our sponsors! This episode is presented by: , ,

Horses Are For Everybody

Heels Down Magazine presents the Heels Down Happy Hour podcast. There's a whole lot of stuff happening in the horse world, and someone's got to keep you up to date. Who’s winning what? What weird rules are you probably going to violate at your next horse show? What does your favorite rider really think about white breeches? Don’t worry, that's what we're here for. Grab a drink. Welcome to Happy Hour.

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