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Kanter KultureEp 36- Yes, they Rode While Pregnant: Blair Townsend & Samantha AderholdSend us a textMotherhood Meets Horse Life: A 3-Part Podcast SeriesBeing a mom is hard. Being a horse girl is hard. Being both? That’s a whole different level of chaos, grit, and humor.In this three-part podcast series, we’re getting real about what it looks like to juggle motherhood and life in the horse world — whether you’re an amateur, a professional, or a trainer whose job doesn’t stop just because your body is doing something wild.This series is for:Horse girls...
2025-12-221h 20
Horse Show BestieCrossover Episode!! with Kanter Kulture's Ali HubbellGrab your coffee (or your boxed wine), because this episode is a real one. We’re joined by Ali Hubbell, host of the Kanter Kulture Podcast, for a wide-ranging, no-fluff conversation about what it actually feels like to exist in the modern horse world.We talk all things horsey social media and Ali shares behind-the-scenes insight on how her content looks SO good.Then we go deeper: bullying, barn drama, gatekeeping, and how so many riders quietly fall out of love with horses before finding their way back. We un...
2025-12-171h 00Kanter KultureEp 35- The BeginnerMediate Phenomenon with Deanna BakerSend us a textIn this episode of the Kanter Kulture Podcast, Ali Hubbell sits down with Deanna Baker for a real, honest conversation about where the horse industry is headed — and what we need to be talking about if we want stockbreed showing to survive and grow.We dive headfirst into participation numbers, accessibility, and the growing gap between people who are brand new to horses and those who are already deep in the show pen. Deanna coins a term you won’t forget: the “beginner-mediate.” These ar...
2025-12-161h 07Kanter KultureEp 34- Surviving Congress: Exhausted, Expensive, and Emotionally Attached to The Biggest Horse Show EVERSend us a textThe All-American Quarter Horse Congress: it’s not just a horse show — it’s a full-contact endurance sport wrapped in rhinestones and powered by caffeine, adrenaline, and sheer willpower.In this solo episode, Ali Hubbell (aka @Kanter.Kulture) peels back the sparkle to share her brutally honest take on two weeks at Congress. From emotional highs to wallet-draining lows, she breaks down what really goes on behind those perfectly polished horse show moments.Ali dives into:🐴 The true emotional and financial toll of s...
2025-10-2934 min
Kanter KultureEp 33- Julian, AGAIN & the Australian PrincessSend us a textIn this episode we invited the Australian Princess: Lauren Louw Dowdy to join in our convo about the AQHA World. We touch on Western Pleasure, how to "werk" the arena, the value of a point and oh yeh, who's on your tornado team!?There is so much packed into this episode! You'll say: "oh I didnt know that!" and " OMG" a lot. Of course Julian Harris continues to keep us giggling...listen for tiny snippets of one liners. We were recording this outside in Florida at his farm...
2025-10-0945 min
Kanter KultureEp 32- You have a plain boyfriend + a plain horse, with Julian HarrisSend us a textYou loved him before...you'll love this episode even more!DISCLAIMER: we talk over each other, there is swearing...we might offend you...But this guy has so much value to bring to the horse world. Not just the stock horse world. He's been very involved in many different 'arenas' and has so much perspective to give.We sat together to record this episode at HIS farm. He has grown so much in the last 10 years, and all of the blood, sweat, and tears are finally paying o...
2025-09-111h 03Kanter KultureEp 31- A quickie with a SMS KINGSend us a textITS CONGRESS CRUNCH TIME PEOPLE!!!!If you donate to the Trainer Crisis Fund, you can access the Congress Patterns already! A lady in our barn crew does and now I get to over analyze and over practice for the next month...But, before you do the same...a quick listen to this could help. Vito Latini is NO stranger to the main stage...especially in showmanship. He recently was crowned the NSBA World Champion in the 50+Over Showmanship. I'm really lu...
2025-09-0204 min
Kanter KultureEp 30- In the Kitchen with Katy Jo- Part 2, the tea gets hotterSend us a textPart Two with Katy Jo Zuidema: The Tea Gets HotterYou asked for more—and oh boy, did Katy Jo deliver. In this episode, we’re back at her kitchen table for round two with one of the most decorated hunter under saddle and western pleasure trainers in the stock horse world.We didn’t just chat—we went there. From burnout and growing older (and wiser?), to making the tough calls in and out of the show pen, Katy Jo keeps it unapolog...
2025-08-181h 50Kanter KultureEp 29- In the Kitchen with Katy Jo (Zuidema), PART 1 of 2Send us a textI had the absolute pleasure of sitting at Katy Jo's kitchen table and talking about ALL OF THE THINGS!I have known of her for years, but honestly, our paths have never crossed enough for me to get to know her better. We talked for over 4 hours! The amount of knowledge this woman has about the horse industry is insane. She was born into the AQHA world (her parents are trainers as well) and she has also trained horses to win big things a...
2025-07-281h 10Kanter KultureEp 28- Help me, RhondaSend us a textThe One. The ONLY: Rhonda Replogle!!!!If you've met her, you're lucky to now have her in your life. Because her light and energy will be with you forever. AND how lucky are we to have this unbelievably passionate individual reppin' our stock horse industry.She is a EXTREMELY well respected judge and she is now advising other judges as well. This episode takes a deep dive into how she judges a class, what the j...
2025-07-151h 00Kanter KultureEp 27- The Empty StallSend us a textIn this solo episode, I talk about the "Empty Stall"...Owning horses is FUN, don't get me wrong. But, when things happen to them, it is down right awful. Being that they cannot tell us whats wrong or when they need help, we always have to make the decisions for them. That is one of the hardest things to do as a horse owner. I have been through many losses in my 25+ years of owning horses. Ive also had MULTIPLE visits to major ve...
2025-07-0121 minKanter KultureEp 26- New Jeans, who dis?!Send us a textMARK WEST DENIM IS OFFICIALLY HERE!!!!As a life long horse girl, the search for the ultimate riding jean seems to be never ending! Until NOW!Fellow horse girl, Whitney Lloyd has felt the same way and she decided to create the perfect jean for all of us. A high rise, no gap waist, LONG, the perfect STACK on your boots, a gorgeous deep blue color and the coolest detail: a secret back pocket for your cell phone! T...
2025-06-1721 minKanter KultureEp 25- how to be SMART, SUCCESSFUL and overcome some shit, with Sarah LebsockSend us a textI have been showing in the same classes as Sarah for the last few years. I always thought she was a GORG trust fund baby that paid $1mil for her horse and kept it in training...BOY was I wrong! After getting to know her better last year, she unveiled her story...and she does that during our podcast.You're going to be surprised as to what is behind that stunning Red Hair.Shes super smart- A SCIENTIST!!- and has...
2025-06-111h 14Kanter KultureEp 24- The "Karen's" want to buy/sell a Horse, with Jenna SeppaSend us a textSelling horses is NOT for the faint of heart...especially ON-LINE! Jenna Seppa of Seppa's Equine Solutions has been marketing horses online for a little over a year now. She's always been a horse girl, and she currently shows APHA horses with Julie and Allan Schmidt, so she GETS it. But, I had to find out what it's like dealing with all of the "Karen's" (sorry if you're name is Karen...its not personal) out there. How does she handle the tire kickers?! Th...
2025-05-231h 25Kanter KultureEp 23- The Elephant in the Room...and more. Ellexxah Maxwell.Send us a textShe owned and successfully showed one of the winningest mares in AQHA history...Her dad is a judge and trainer......plus, he came out a few years ago.This young lady has some incredible stories to tell!! She has overcome a lot of obstacles to gain the trophies that she has won and it didnt come without tenacity and persistance to be the best.I have always admired how Ellexxah was different- in...
2025-05-121h 18Kanter KultureEp 22- Craig Cunningham-running the ProHorseman Academy, Harvey Weinstein and 'identifying' as a selectSend us a textIf you don't laugh during this episode, this podcast isn't for you. Craig Cunningham is:1. Stunning to look at (I was so lucky to stare at him for an hour...creepy?)2. A HUGE part of the Pro Horseman Academy3. An accomplished Amateur exhibitor4. HYSTERICALLY funny!He and I talk about why horse girls are soooo attracted to horse trainers, he wants to know if its a chemical thing or what!? And he declared that if t...
2025-04-1159 minKanter KultureEp 21- The 2025 AQHA Convention through my eyesSend us a textGET INVOLVED.There, I said it. And I'll say it again. The AQHA Convention is all about listening to its members and making thoroughly thought-out decisions on how to improve the organization and enhance the member experience.I am on the Amateur Committee and have been to the convention 2x. I have been blown away each time I am there...not ONLY do we vote on rule change proposals, but we hear from so many different types of people on...
2025-04-0321 minKanter KultureEp 20- My New BFF, Lindsey James aka The HOTTEST Western Clothing Designer on the planetSend us a textTHE Lindsey James took time out of her incredibly busy schedule to chat with me about her rise to FAME in the fashion industry.We have all admired her show clothing designs for the past 20 years, and now she has begun designing for some of the most famous people in the WORLD!! Not only is she talented, but she is unbelievably humble and just a crazy horse girl like the rest of us. From how she got her fi...
2025-03-2659 minKanter KultureEp 18- My husband is on the PODCAST!Send us a textIf you think you will hear a lot from Kyle... you won't LOL I do most of the talking for the two of us in every situation. But, I think he likes it that way.Although a man of few words, when he does talk- it's a great convo! He's a farrier, father, veteran, and aspiring pilot!We chat about our beginning and funny stories. I ask him how much he thinks stuff costs (horse stuff), and we round out the podcast with a...
2025-02-2047 minKanter KultureEp 19- Unhinged DIY'rsSend us a textwhat do you get when you put 3 DIY amateurs in a room that ALL won the Congress in the Showmanship!?!?A DAMN GOOD podcast, thats what!I had the absolute pleasure of talking with Taylor Wheaton (Congress Champ L1 Am SMS 2019 AND she won it again in 2021!!) and Taylor Foster (Congress Champ Amateur SMS 2024) who are both do-it-yourself amateurs that have won one of the most coveted awards in any breed show!...
2025-02-131h 05Kanter KultureEp 17- Form to Function with the KING of the Halter Pen, Mitch LeonarskiSend us a textYou guys... I've been doing it wrong this whole time! Mitch schooled me on how to properly groom my horse and look our best for the Halter classes. Did you know you aren't supposed to use a curry comb in a circular motion?! Blew my mind!Form to Function is something Mitch talks about A LOT. No matter what class you want to show, the structure of the horse is the #1 priority. Not dropping off behind the wither was something he said first: a good topline is a priority. W...
2025-01-301h 04Kanter KultureEp- 16- Julian Harris- IYKYKSend us a textIt always a GOOD time when you get to hang out with Julian Harris. He is an accomplished AQHA and USEF horse trainer who was legit born into this industry...His mom is an Olympic dressage rider, and his father is an Argentinian GOD of an equestrian (ok, some of that is exaggerated)...but he was born for greatness based on his bloodlines....also- HOTT.If you know Julian, you know he is not afraid to speak his mind. But whats also super cool about him is- when speaking...
2025-01-1057 minKanter KultureEp 15- My WEC Ocala RecapSend us a textHave you shown at the world equestrian center in Ocala!? If not, its a MUST!!! I give you my recap on showing there (Florida AQHA horse shows specific), the pros/cons of the facility, how my horse show went and how I think people are nicer than we all think...enjoy!!Don't forget to follow Kanter Kulture on Facebook, Instagram and Tik Tok!!!Support the showhttps://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560033977796
2025-01-0645 minKanter KultureEp 14- super JUDGEY with Pierre BriereSend us a textYou guys loved him so much before so, I brought him back!And I let him criticize me....well, thats his job! Pierre and I reviewed my world show patterns and how the judges REALLY think while we are showing. Did you know they can tell when we are "faking" it?! They also know when we lose the connection with our horse.... CRAZY! I thought they just cared about who's who, etc (JK JK)Anyways, he also lets us know his pet peeves as a judge, how to...
2024-12-171h 14Kanter KultureEp 13- The Horse Girl Ultimate Gift GuideSend us a textWe compiled the ULTIMATE Horse Girl Gift Guide to send to your significant others and family members!Unbridled Couture - https://www.facebook.com/share/17vMGoWFYm/?mibextid=LQQJ4dCouture Show Pads- https://www.facebook.com/share/g/13zVgFfA2J/?mibextid=K35XfPBy Rachel Bespoke- https://www.instagram.com/byrachelbespoke/profilecard/?igsh=MTJqaW4wNzZ4bjFsaA==Huntress Riding Apparel- https://www.facebook.com/share/1Exhi99RtD/?mibextid=LQQJ4dThe Ginger Hill Farmer- https://www.facebook.com/share/g/14ZrD9qqkD/?mibextid=K35XfPPerri's Leather...
2024-12-091h 17Kanter KultureEp 12- Advertising GOAT, Suzannah FuhrmanSend us a textSuzannah Fuhrman of GoHorseShow.com spills the tea with me about advertising trends and how to get the most bang for your buck!Have you ever thought about advertising but you weren't sure of the benefit?! This will help you decide if it's right for you.She has been in journalism (#famous on ESPN!!) for many years and really has a pulse on what's trending in media. I have always admired her business model, and I think you will love listening to what she tells us!
2024-12-0325 minKanter KultureEp 11- Geno Spagnola has rizz...Send us a textThat's what the kids would say, right?!I had the incredible opportunity to chat with Geno Spagnola, AQHA Pro Horseman, while I was at the AQHA World Show in OKC, and we covered so many things that I cannot wait to share with you all.We discussed how he coaches his all-around clients, specifically, how to Build Your Score, self-reflect, and have realistic goals.Geno has coached numerous World + Congress Champions throughout the years and has developed a unique approach to coaching equestrian athletes....
2024-11-2545 minKanter KultureEp 10- Boobs, Botox + Patty BogoshSend us a textLook good, Feel good, Ride good.That statement is my mantra! I did a barrel racing clinic with Sharon Camarillo when I was 16 years old, and that was one of the first things she said. I held on to it. I don't think of that statement as meaning that if you literally look good, you will be a better rider. I like to think of it more like if you feel confident, it will show! And in turn, you will be more confident in your abilities and be the best rider y...
2024-11-0458 minKanter KultureEp 9- Seasons of Life- Embracing Change as a Life-Long Horse GirlSend us a textSo.... you're a horse girl. But then you get married. Land your dream job. THEN have a baby....What about your horse showing goals!? How do you make time for the barn!?Life gives us many different seasons of change. Sometimes, we cannot prioritize horses even when we want to. My long time horse girl bff, Liz Arnold and I discuss the changes in your 20's, 30's , etcWhat we discovered is horses and horse showing will always be there! You can always c...
2024-10-1649 minKanter KultureEp 8- My 100% looks different than others, love + divorce, horse girl friendshipsSend us a textThis one is for the ladies. Friendships. Embarrassing Horseshow moments. Marriage. Horses.Laura and I have been besties for over 15 years. We discuss how our friendship has evolved over those years and how horses keep us together, in more ways than one! Friendships in your 20s, 30s and 40s looks different at each age. We both have gone through different types of tough times, and through them all, we have leaned on each other to move those mountains and persevere.We are friends, wives, mothers and HORSE G...
2024-10-0746 minKanter KultureEp 7- Pierre Briere spills the tea on judging the Congress, debunks some myths about showing AQHA and some tips for up and coming judgesSend us a textClinton Anderson is cool but, have you met Pierre Briere!??!Whether you have or haven't met Pierre, this episode has something for everyone. Pierre has been in the AQHA industry as a youth exhibitor, trainer, and judge. He has experienced many changes throughout the years and is not afraid to touch on the "touchy" topics!He is judging the Congress this year and he spills the tea on what its like from how he prepares to judge a show of that caliber to the accomodations and how he scores...
2024-09-3030 minKanter KultureEp 6 - Queenin' with Kylie, Girl Gang stuff and where to shopSend us a textI had the utmost pleasure of sitting down with 2022 Quarter Horse Congress Queen, Kylie Good.I don't know about you, but I didn't realize the depth of the Queen Contest. We talk about WHY you should do it, WHAT you gain from it and MORE!Guarantee you will learn so much in this podcast about the whole process about how to become the Quarter Horse Congress Queen. Being the Queen and even the process of "competing" is amazing and seemingly life changing.I don't know much about...
2024-09-2347 minKanter KultureEp 5- How To Mentally Prepare for Horse Showing...and life in general with Maggie Zepka, MA, LPCSend us a textTune in to hear how I prepare for a day at a horse show....kind of a GRWM...LOL and see how Maggie and I interpret what our habits mean as far as mental preparedness.,etc My Routine constitutes a HUGE coffee, immodium and freaking out that Im not going to make it for my class on time...you?!Maggie is an EXPERT when it comes to helping people. So, I ask her how we can all help ourselves be more mentally aware and more present when it comes to competiting.
2024-09-1539 minKanter KultureEp 4- Horse Show Mom Talk, How to NOT raise an A**hole and the LITERAL ups & downs of horse showing with Deanna RippeonSend us a textThere are so many horse show moms, dads and grandparents out there that support all of us crazy horse kids (me included even at almost 40 years old LOL) and they need to be thanked profusely!! Its not an easy job to be a parent, let alone one who decides to take on helping their child physically, mentally AND financially take on the world of horse showing. Lets talk to one of the best- Deanna Rippeon. She has two girls that compete in the 14-18 all around events on the AQHA circuit. S...
2024-09-0846 minKanter KultureEp 3- Medium and Equine Communicator, Dawn TaylorSend us a textWhether you believe in Equine Communicators/mediums or not...its FUN. It's such a fun experience to do with your current horse(s) or it can really help you heal from losing a horse. I have even seen these people help diagnose problem horses or a mystery lameness. We've always said that we wish our horses could tell us what's wrong... Now they can through these incredible people :)I have worked with a few different equine communicators over the years, and they all have such an amazing gift. They have made...
2024-09-0245 minKanter Kulture3 trainers 1 Barn, Hat Hot and GLAMSend us a textI sat down with 3 horse trainers that SOME HOW share one barn....we talk about their "style" in the barn and what works when it comes to working together.Relationships always come up. We discuss being Hat Hot and a horse girls perspective on finding a guy and we even get a glimpse into the same perspective from a gay couple.GLAM! Why do the hunter riders not wear makeup and the stock breed girls get glammed up like a Kardashian!? Lets discuss...Support...
2024-08-2631 minKanter KultureEp 2- 3 Trainers 1 Barn, Hat Hot, and GLAMI sit down with 3 trainers - who SOME HOW- share one barn 🤪 I ask them their ‘style’ in their day to day and how they all work together. Is it like a frat house?! How do they do it?!We also touch on horse girl/guy relationships; from a woman’s standpoint and from a gay man’s standpoint. Oh and MAKEUP! Why do the hunter riders not wear any and the stock breed people get Glam like a Kardashian?! Support the Show.
2024-08-2331 minKanter KultureEp 1- Is this a good idea!?Send us a textI have been thinking about doing this for a while now...I wanted to create a space for the stock breed (we will probably talk to others too but...) horse community that is RELATABLE and a place where we can LAUGH together. Life can be so serious...but, in the horse world, we go to the barn to get away from the daily grind. I'd even say the barn is a form of therapy for most! Laughter is also a great form of therapy. Don't they say something like "people who smile and...
2024-08-1724 min
La Biblioteca del CuervoRESEÑAS y RECOMENDACIONES, LECTURAS (Resumen de lecturas 3)Por orden de aparición:
- Verbolarario, Rodrigo Cortés.
- Pura pasión, Annie Ernaux.
- El encuadernador, Bridget Collins.
- El peligro de estar cuerda, Rosa Montero.
- ¿Me estás escuchando?, Tillie Walden.
- Todos eran mis hijos, Arthur Miller.
- Elantris, Brandon Sanderson.
- Cartas de una pionera, Elinore Pruit Stewart.
- Un año en los bosques, Sue Hubbell.
- La hipótesis del amor, Ali Hazelwood.
- Los puentes de Madison County, Robert James Waller.
Me gustaría hablarte de todos y cada uno de los libros que leo. Aunque no haga una reseña individ...
2022-12-2645 min
The Girl, The Beard, and The GrimEpisode 4: Ali LowitzerIn this episode we discuss Ali Lowitzer, a Texas girl who got off the bus in 2010 and was never seen again. Some theories' are that she is not missing but caught in human trafficking, but the Harris county Sheriff Department believes she is just a run away. If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Ali please call the Harris County sheriff department at 713-967-5810 or visit www.alexandrialowitzer.com to make a tip. Sources: www.Alexandrialowitzer.com, Youtube(Missing child-spring Texas by Bob Gunner, and KPRC 2), and www.Missingkids...
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