The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 32 | How Horses do Community with Equine Researcher Emily Kieson
What a fantastic podcast with Emily Kieson, Equine Specialist in Mental Health and Learning and PhD Candidate at Oklahoma State University! Her extensive research focuses on equine-human interactions and equine behavioural psychology. In this fascinating episode we discussed the results of her current research looking at the affiliate and community behaviours of large herds of horses (100+). What is coming forward in her research is very different from our current understanding of herd dynamics, and challenge some of commonly used training practices and foundational aspects of our equine-human relationships. I was on the edge of my seat, and I have a feeling you will be too!
Emily works closely with MiMer Centre, a Swedish non-profit focused on research and education in horses and humans and collaborates with international scientists, universities, and equine therapy programs to improve research and education in equine-human interactions. She has over 20 years working full time with horses, ten of which has been in equine-assisted therapies, works as an equine specialist in mental health and learning (ESMHL) with the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship (PATH) and has certifications and training as an equine specialist in many other models of equine-assisted therapies.
Episode 59 | Rider fitness and diversity with Jamie Lau
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 59 | Rider fitness and diversity with Jamie Lau Loved speaking with Jamie Lau, founder of Haybales & Barbells in this episode of the Whole Horse Podcast! During these challenging times, Jamie has pivoted, followed her...
Episode 58 | Chinese Medicine and Acupressure for horses with Susan Tenney
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 58 | Chinese Medicine and Acupressure for horses with Susan Tenney What a joy of a podcast episode! Susan Tenney of Elemental Acupressure brought her passion and expertise to our time together, sharing about how her...
Episode 57 | Healing Horses their Way with Elisha Edwards of Riva’s Remedies
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 57 | Healing Horses their Way with Elisha Edwards of Riva's Remedies I'd been looking forward to my conversation with Elisha Edwards for a while, and it did not disappoint! After hearing about her teaching and online...
Episode 56 | Understanding equine anatomy to enhance wellbeing with Thirza Hendriks
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 56 | Understanding equine anatomy to enhance wellbeing with Thirza Hendriks In this episode of the podcast, I met a kindred spirit in all things geeky and horse-related in Thirza Hendriks! Our conversation highlights our...
Episode 55 | Horses and your breath with Karine Vandenborre of Horsefulness Training
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 55 | Horses and your breath with Karine Vandenborre of Horsefulness Training What a beautiful conversation with Karine Vandeborre of Horsefulness Training! I left the conversation feeling relaxed and more aware of my...
Episode 54 | Getting to know host Alexa Linton, with guest host Allie Goin
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 54 | Getting to know host Alexa Linton, with guest host Allie Goin When my friend and client Allie asked me to turn my podcast on its head and tell my own story, I found myself both hesitant and excited. She had shared...
Episode 53 | Myofascial lines in horses and more with Tami Elkayam
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 53 | Myofascial lines in horses with Tami Elkayam This podcast is one of my geekiest yet and I loved it! What a pleasure to chat with equine body worker Tami Elkayam about the equine anatomy, equine myofascial lines, her...
Episode 52 | The training of “magical unicorns” with Heather Nelson
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 52 | The training of "magical unicorns" with Heather Nelson One of my favourite podcast guests is back, because we all can use a little humour right about now. Liberty trainer Heather Nelson joined me on a Saturday evening...
Episode 51 | Horse time from home with Sarah Schlote of EQUUSOMA
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 51 | Horse time from home with Sarah Schlote of EQUUSOMA Always such a pleasure to have Sarah Schlote, founder of EQUUSOMA™ back on the podcast! In this follow-up episode (check out Episode 21 and 24 for an intro to her...
Episode 50 | Slowing down in challenging times with Jayne Roberts of Equijay
The Whole Horse Podcast | Episode 50 | Slowing down in challenging times with Jayne Roberts of Equijay Episode 50!! With this episode, my 40th birthday on Tuesday, and the entire globe navigating entirely unprecedented times with Covid-19, I'm...