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The Enterprise Doctor Business ShowHelena McBride & Simon Claxton guest on The Business Show 17th April 2025On The Business Show on Marlow FM on 17th April 25 my guests were Simon Claxton of Macbeths and Helena McBride of The Space Maker.Monkeys linked my 2 tracks - 1st was The Monkees “Last Train to Clarkesville” - hear it at https://youtu.be/zSzsyqzQNeQ?si=2vuWHezUrqAqI_wi .Simon Claxton then spoke about Macbeths, who are in effect a number of businesses under the one brand, including insurance, financial services and employee benefits. They’re proud of there being a family feel to the business despite having grown to 70 employees.Connect with Simon via htt...2025-04-2144 min
Wendys WhinniesNo. 338. Helena Harris - Best Practices in the Business of HorsekeepingHelena brings over 25 years of horse experience and business expertise to the Stall and Stable mission. Her career began in software, but after years of honing her creative and tech skills, she eventually combined her passion for horses with her professional skills and landed full-time in the equestrian industry. Helena hosts and is Managing Director of the Stall and Stable Podcast.
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SoCal Restaurant ShowShow Introduction with Executive Producer & Co-Host Andy HarrisOur heartfelt concerns to all the area residents impacted by the tragic fires in Pacific Palisades and Pasadena / Altadena. In the hospitality community chefs and restaurateurs have lost both homes and their businesses.“PBS SoCal, Southern California’s flagship PBS organization, has launched this month the Seventh Season of the locally produced, historical documentary series, LOST LA. Public historian and writer Nathan Masters returns as Host for the untold histories behind Southern California’s space shuttle program, the Cold War, the St. Francis Dam disaster and finally, uncovering Disney’s roots and how the city became the birthplace of...2025-01-1311 minSoCal Restaurant ShowCanopy Wine Lounge, Palm Springs, with Chef Kristin Puttkamer and Sommelier Josh Kelly Part 1“Canopy Wine Lounge located in Downtown Palm Springs is the first upscale wine lounge in the Coachella Valley, catering to locals, domestic, and international tourists. With nearly 150 wines from around the world, amongst greats Lithology (St. Helena, CA), Waypoint (Napa, CA), Otronia (Patagonia, Argentina), and Alkina (Barossa Valley, South Australia), it promises an unforgettable experience where the world's finest wines meet Executive Chef Kristin Puttkamer’s gourmet culinary delights showcasing elevated seasonal California cuisine.”“Born and raised in the vibrant city of Boston, Kristin Puttkamer's journey to becoming the Executive Chef at Canopy Wine Lounge in Palm Springs...2025-01-1312 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 145: How to Choose a Feed for Your Easy Keeper It's another Triple Crown Nutrition Spotlight episode, and this time, Helena and Stacy talk about how to choose a feed for those easy keepers, horses with metabolic issues, and other situations where low sugar / low starch diets are necessary for healthy horsekeeping. Plus, Helena shares an update on what's happening at Hoo Too! There's a brand new barn being built, the Hoo Crew is adapting to "summer in the South", and Helena prepares for graduate school at UPenn. What?! Lots to digest here, people, so listen in! (Pun very much intended!) ...2024-07-0134 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 143: A Barn Building ChecklistBuilding a barn from scratch requires a specific list of things to consider. It goes well beyond how many stalls, what kind of doors, and whether or not you want on-demand hot water. In this episode, Helena welcomes Hollyn Mangione, an Aiken horse neighbor and the woman from whom Helena and Buck purchased their new farm. Hollyn has many years of experience keeping horses and building private barns. She recently built a shedrow barn in the equestrian community called Bridle Creek, and joins the show today to discuss what kinds of things influenced many of the decisions...2024-05-2939 minThe Enterprise Doctor Business ShowHelena McBride and Adam Cooper guest on The Business Show on Marlow FM on 25th April 2024On The Business Show on Marlow FM on 25th April 2024, my guests were business finance expert Adam Cooper and professional organiser Helena McBride, who joined me to talk about their work, and to discuss a range of business news stories. As I was recently in Hong Kong, my first music choice had to be Siouxsie and the Banshees with “Hong Kong Garden” – go to https://youtu.be/Y-l9GQJRl9Y?si=LBhIN97nkueoh05F to hear it.Helena then spoke about her work as a professional organiser – it’s so much more than “a bit of a tidy up”...2024-04-2841 min
Parenting with PLAY!How a mundane day could become your child’s “Best day ever!” – with Devon HarrisIf you've ever tried to give your child the ideal day by throwing a birthday party or taking them on an exciting trip, only for them to have a meltdown or complain, then this episode is for you.In it, Devon Harris shares about how about a day spent doing mundane things with her son led him to declare it was "the best day ever"So what was it about that day that had such a profound impact?And how can you bring in the elements she talks about into your every day...2024-03-0943 min
Bookstruck - Podcast literário44. Livros que curam todos os problemasPorque há sempre um livro para curar um problema!
Livros referidos neste episódio:
- Corações sem dono de Lucy Dillon
- Amores verdadeiros de Taylor Jenkins Reed
- A prenda de Cecilia Ahern
- Obrigada pelas recordações de Cecilia Ahern
- Passageiros da plataforma 5 da Clare Pooley
- A sociedade muito secreta de feiticeiras invulgares de Sanggu Mandanna
- Chocolate Joanne Harris
- Sapatos de rebuçado de Joanne Harris
- A casa no mar cerúleo de T...2024-01-2332 min
Guiris Know Home: Spanish politics for expatsEpisode 6 - Spanish Monarchy Unveiled w/ Carolyn HarrisSpain is a parliamentary monarchy where scandals, corruption, and independence movements pose challenges and threats to this historic institution. In this episode, we review the most recent and significant events with royal historian Dr Carolyn Harris.2023-12-0710 min
Make Books Better5. Mary HarrisMary Harris: I help writers with developmental editing, then line or copyediting. I'm a bear at proofreading too! What makes me an expert? I read. A lot! And I'm an author and a screenwriter, so I can help other authors shape their novels, develop character arcs, set up a world, avoid using too many words, and create magic.2023-08-2729 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 122: Getting Organized and Making EnergyIn this episode, we are talking simplicity, and how it can help you streamline your barn work and your business. There are several ways to simplify your workflow. Today we’re going to discuss three key strategies that will help you streamline, free up energy, and remov blocking entities in your barn. Joining Helena as co-host once again, is Buck Harris. As a small business champion in his industry, Buck works with entrepreneurs of all kinds; he and Helena often work together to help business owners figure out where they are stuck, and make suggestions fo...2023-07-2537 minThe Enterprise Doctor Business ShowHilary Messer and Helena McBride guest on The Business Show on Marlow FM 29th June 2023On The Business Show on Marlow FM on 29th June 23 my guests were solicitor Hilary Messer of Gardner Leader and professional organiser Helena McBride of The Space Maker.I started the show the same way Elton John did at Glastonbury a few days before, with Pinball Wizard. See and hear his whole Glastonbury set, starting with Pinball Wizard, at https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p0ft7ncj/glastonbury-elton-john .Hilary then talked about Gardner Leader, the legal firm that now operates from 7 locations and we talked about dispute resolution, her specialism, and the reasons tha...2023-07-0239 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 119: Approaching a Corner with Siouxsie (Part 1 of 2)The road we travel to success with horses can be a long and arduous one. Sometimes it is full of twists and turns, and when we turn a corner, it feels like we’re actually getting closer to success. In this special 2-part episode, Buck Harris once again serves as host, helping Helena share her experiences with Siouxsie, and explain how turning a corner on their journey together represents a very special kind of success. In part 1 of this episode, Buck takes us back to the beginning of Siouxsie’s journey to learn how Helena managed the ups an...2023-06-2146 min
Rock Stars TalkThree Great Guitar Players and Their Rock StoriesWe have three awesome guitarists from some incredible bands joining us. Moses Mo from Mother's Finest, Rick Steier from Kingdom Come, Warrant and Wild Horses, and Richie Ranno from Stories and Starz are giving us some great rock stories.For the latest on Richie Ranno, click here.For the latest on Moses Mo and The Real Cool Band, click here.To find Rick Steier on Instagram, click here.For a video of Rick's student, Helena Harris, with Rick, Rudy Sarzo of Quiet Riot, Ozzy, Dio, and Whitesnake, and Les Warner of...2023-05-2242 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 116: Aiken Equestrian Real EstateWho’s coming to visit us at Hoo Toooooo? Better yet, who wants to be neighbors? In this episode, Helena chats with Aiken real estate expert, Barb Gould Uskup, about what the market is like for horse properties in South Carolina right now. Get the scoop, get some advice, and get shopping. Listen in! This episode is brought to you by our friends at American Stalls; makers of premium quality stall components and accessories. 2023-05-1028 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 115: Helena's Favorites from American StallsOutfitting today’s stable is not as simple as it once was. That’s because the options for comfort and safety have just about tripled in the last decade. Innovative products make our lives as horsekeepers easier and more gratifying than ever, and today’s episode features a discussion about some of my favorite items from American Stalls. Listen in! 2023-05-0238 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 114: Hoo TooIn this special episode hosted by Horse Husband Extraordinaire, Buck Harris, you'll learn about Helena's history with horses and how it all lead to an exciting new chapter in her horsekeeping life. Where did the Harrises settle for a winter retreat? Is there room for all three horses? What does the barn look like? Is it really necessary to leave Hoo Hollow behind for a few months every year? Gah! So many questions... Listen in! This episode is brought to you with the support of American Stalls, makers of premium quality barn...2023-04-191h 02
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 113: Perimeter Fencing Pros and ConsYou’ve heard Helena talk about how important fencing is to the safety of our horses, as well as for helping to keep our sanity in tact. We keep our horses in human environments; thankfully, new research is helping us design those environments to better suit our horses’ needs. But, even as our farms evolve, one feature will remain the same no matter what–perimeter fencing. Whatever happens inside the boundaries of your property depends on a your unique setup. The key to safety and sanity is keeping the horses INSIDE those boundaries. In this episode, Helena discusses the pros a...2023-03-2830 minThe Enterprise Doctor Business ShowTanya Ces Maneiro & Helena McBride guest on The Business Show on Marlow FM 23rd March 2023On The Business Show on Marlow FM on 23rd March 2023, my guests were professional organiser Helena McBride of The Space Maker, and career coach Tanya Ces Maneiro of Vida Coaching, who joined me to talk about their respective businesses, and to discuss a range of business news stories. I felt a bit revolutionary, so made that my music theme, starting the show with “Revolution” by the Beatles - you can hear it at https://youtu.be/BGLGzRXY5Bw.Tanya talked to me about her focus on careers, including career changes, CV writing, interview skills and perso...2023-03-2641 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 110: What Would You Do With $150,000?We asked the Stall and Stable Facebook community to see what they would do with $150,000 cash. The answers came rolling in - most with hope and optimism, some with a bit of grumbling. In this episode, Helena shares those answers with you, and provides insight about some of the more common responses and misconceptions. It is interesting that so many farm owners have no idea just what $150,000 will (and won’t) buy. Listen in!2023-02-0125 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 108: Conversations with a Backcountry Vet Brought to you by: AMERICAN STALLS In this episode of the Stall and Stable Show, Helena talks with beloved equine veterinarian, Dr. Madison Seamans. The conversation covers everything from what its like treating horses in the mountains of New Mexico, to natural selection, differences in horsekeeping between urban and rural environments, and advances in science that can help reduce the number of breakdowns of racing thoroughbreds. Dr. Seamans is that unique combination of super intelligent, wise, kind, and humble professional. These qualities make him not only a trusted veterinarian, but a...2023-01-0447 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 107: Clarabelle's Crash Into a $12,000 RockBrought to you by: American Stalls This episode takes listeners through Helena's journey with Clarabelle; from the day of the accident to the day this episode airs. From a seemingly small cut on a cannon bone, to three surgeries and over 30 days in the hospital, find out why distal limb wounds are a risk no horse owner should take on, and what, exactly, happened that turned a simple cut into a big mess. Listen in!2022-12-0140 min
Vlastně. Jakoby. Fakt.#31 Od sufražetek k prezidentkám aneb boje za ženská právaKdo byly sufražetky, co dělaly a jak se zasloužily o práva, která dnes ženy v běžném i politickém životě mají? To se dozvíte v první části této epizody, V té druhé se podíváme na úspěšné ženy dnešní doby. Od Beyoncé až po Kamalu Harris. Přejeme příjemný poslech!
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https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winston_Churchill
https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sufra%C5%BEetka
https://cs.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emm...2022-11-2146 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 106: Raising Horses in an R+ Environment Brought to you by: American Stalls The way we keep horses is changing. As technology and research discover more things about horses that help us humans understand their needs better, our farms, barns, and methods need to shift a bit in order to leverage this new information so we keep our horses happy and sound far longer than in another time in history. Positive reinforcement training is more than just shaping behaviors - it’s rooted in the principle that our work with horses must center around what is best for th...2022-11-0248 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 105: Microloans for Horse Businesses Brought to you by: American Stalls Investing in your farm is usually a multi-step process that often happens after your business has been up and running for a while. But finding the cash reserves to buy that manure spreader, upgrade your fencing, or install new footing in your arena, is a real challenge for most small business owners. That’s where #microloans come in. Today’s guest is financing expert and Stall and Stable consultant, Buck Harris. Buck and Helena explain the SBA’s microloan program, the pros and cons of the pr...2022-10-2538 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 104: What Creates Value in a Stable?Brought to you by American Stalls The topic of value in a boarding barn has been coming up a lot lately. What makes a place worth a certain amount and, outside of the cost to the proprietor, what should influence what one charges for board? Beauty is the eye of the beholder, of course, but there are certain, definable features that make boarding facilities attractive to horse owners. In this episode, Helena talks with pro rider, 3* eventer, and business owner, Bevin O’Reilly Dugan, proprietor of O’Reilly Equestrian in southern Vermont. Bevin and Helena discuss features of b...2022-10-0650 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessRideIQ with Kyle CarterHelena welcomes Canadian 5* eventer, Kyle Carter this week. Kyle is part of the team behind an innovative new app called RideIQ, a digital teaching tool designed to help riders in all corners of the globe have access to top-level instruction without having to travel to get it. Kyle’s take on riding is first and foremost about horsemanship, and whether we keep our horses at home or with a trainer, they can’t be truly happy unless we spend time working on our own skills in the saddle. It’s an essential part of horsemanship for anyone who tosses a leg...2022-06-1445 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 100: Marketing Tips with Horse in a Kilt MediaIn this 100th episode of the Stall and Stable show, Helena welcomes back Nikki Alvin-Smith, GP dressage trainer and breeder, to talk business. The conversation this time is about marketing your horse business in the 21st century. What things do horse professionals need to keep in mind as they start or grow their businesses. It's a really informative conversation, so listen in!2022-05-1840 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 99: The Benefits of BoardingIn this return to 2020, Helena chats with return guest, Terry Golson, of the Cooperative Horse today, about Terry’s recent move to a new boarding barn that has turned out to be quite the surprise for her and her American Paint Horse, Tonka. Listen in! 2022-05-0544 minThe Enterprise Doctor Business ShowHelena McBride and Janet Lacey guest on The Business Show on Marlow FM 21st April 2022On The Business Show on Marlow FM on 21st April 2022, guests Janet Lacey and Helena McBride joined me for business conversations and some great music – you can connect with them at https://www.linkedin.com/in/janet-lacey-stelling-24034911/ and https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenathespacemaker/ respectively.As it’s nearly summer, and fetes like summer on the day of the show, I kicked things off with “Summer of 69” by Bryan Adams. Have a listen at https://youtu.be/eFjjO_lhf9c. I spoke first to Helena about The Space Maker and their decluttering work in both homes and...2022-04-2341 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 97: Behind the Scenes with American StallsSome people fear change, others embrace it completely. At Stall and Stable, we love change, because it often means new opportunities for adventure, fun, and for learning. Today’s episode embodies that belief as Helena welcomes guest, Yash Balasaria - the CEO of our new title sponsor, American Stalls. Yash takes us behind the scenes of American Stalls, going into detail about stall components, the pros and cons of different metals used, and more. If you love barns, build barns, or work in one, you'll find this episode very interesting, so listen in!2022-04-0639 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 95: Barn Roof Pitch and Why It MattersThis is the second episode in our Barns by Blackburn Series. In it, Helena and John Blackburn talk about roofs, in particular, how different roof slopes affect the functionality of a barn, and what you’ll want to think about when building or remodeling your barn. It's a bit geeky, and that's why you will love this discussion, so listen in!2022-03-1537 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 93: How to Be Professional in the Equestrian WorkplaceWhen it comes to business, horse people often struggle. Many of us are animal people first, business people second. The fact of the matter is, we need to pay our own bills and we need to be around horses all the time. It’s a marriage of love and need. But it’s not often a happy marriage. Consider this episode as a stand-in marriage counselor, offering tips for making your business life and your horse life get along as best they can. Today, Helena shares 10 tips for bringing professionalism to the equestrian workplace. Listen in! 2022-02-2323 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 91: Helena's Road Trip to OcalaWhat do you do when all your favorite horse people are gathering at one place, 1200 miles away, to share ideas and new methods for training horses, but the new COVID variant is raging in every state on the eastern seaboard, monster snow storms are brewing, and flights have become an expensive health risk? You get in your car and you. Just. drive. — and drive. And drive. And drive. In this episode, Helena shares her solo road trip from Rhode Island to Ocala, where she met up with Shawna Karrasch, Tik Maynard, Glenn and Jennifer Hebert, Chelsea Canedy, and...2022-02-0940 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 90: Happy Horsekeeping in TexasWe cover a different part of the United States in this episode, as Helena talks with Tara Tibbetts, host of the Foxhunting series on the Horse Radio Network. Tara originally hails from Montana, but has been keeping horses at home in Texas for many years. With a background in quarter horses, a serious side hustle as hunt staff, and some prowess in the show ring, Tara's horsekeeping practices are as well-rounded as her riding. This is one of those episodes where the listener gets to eavesdrop on a conversation between two friends talking horse care. So listen in for...2022-01-2650 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 89: Clicker Training for Happy HorsekeepingIn this sixth installment of the HRN Host Series on Happy Horsekeeping, Helena welcomes the legendary Shawna Karrasch, the trainer responsible for bringing positive reinforcement to the horse world. Shawna is the host of Equine Clicker 101 on the Horse Radio Network, the author of You Can Train Your Horse to Do Anything, and in general, a pretty fabulous human being. Shawna and Helena talk about the different ways clicker training can help us keep our horses happier at home or while boarding. From leading quietly without a chain, to good behavior for the farrier, trailer loading, and...2022-01-1154 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 88: Donkeys Need UsDonkeys are equines that have been used as working animals for at least 5000 years. And with more than 40 million donkeys in the world today, there is a tremendous need to offer them protection in sanctuaries, in legislation, and through education. In this episode, Helena is joined by Maxine Carter of the Donkey Sanctuary. Maxine shares with us the plight of the donkey today, how their sanctuary can help, and why it’s important for horse owners to pay closer attention to these incredibly smart and willing equines. Listen in!2021-12-2242 min
The CoopMcleanster and the Groupies Greatest HitsIn this episode we have two very unexpected guests: Zach Harris and Alex Mclean. It's been an episode that has taken weeks to organise but we finally got around to recording it and now you guys are free to listen. Enjoy the chaos, enjoy the quick remarks and enjoy the humour, who knows maybe there'll be another episode with these fools in the future...2021-12-181h 00
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 87: Horsekeeping for Healthy Hooves This episode was made possible by our podcast partners: Lucas Equine Equipment, Tangent Materials, and listeners like you! This is the fifth in a series of conversations Helena has with the Horse Radio Network show hosts on what they believe are best practices in happy horsekeeping. In this episode, she talks with Alicia Harlov, hoofcare specialist and host of the Humble Hoof Podcast. And yes... they dig in a bit to the ever-hot topic of metal shoes versus barefoot trimming, so listen in! 2021-12-1556 min
"The Radio Cafe Top 10 Countdown w/ Christopher Ewing"Featured Artists: Helena Harris, Kate AngelThis week on "The Radio Cafe Top 10 Countdown with Christopher Ewing", we've got new music out of California by Helena Harris, and by Kate Angel of Texas!"The Radio Cafe Top 10 Countdown" is a hit weekly radio show hosted by Emmy Award winning TV host and producer Christopher Ewing. Each week the show features music and interviews by some of the BEST independent singers and bands from around the world! For more info on any of the artists featured on the show, just go to www.theradiocafe.com!Plus, be sure to check o...2021-12-1444 min"The Radio Cafe Top 10 Countdown w/ Christopher Ewing"Featured Artists: Helena Harris, Kate AngelThis week on "The Radio Cafe Top 10 Countdown with Christopher Ewing", we've got new music out of California by Helena Harris, and by Kate Angel of Texas!"The Radio Cafe Top 10 Countdown" is a hit weekly radio show hosted by Emmy Award winning TV host and producer Christopher Ewing. Each week the show features music and interviews by some of the BEST independent singers and bands from around the world! For more info on any of the artists featured on the show, just go to www.theradiocafe.com!Plus, be sure to check o...2021-12-1444 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 86: Happy Horsekeeping with Endurance Champ, Karen ChatonThis episode is brought to you by Load Trailer trailers. We’re back with another episode in the HRN Host Series on Happy Horsekeeping. This time Helena is joined by endurance pro, and host of Endurance Day on Horses in the Morning, Karen Chaton, from Nevada. The saying goes: “If you ask ten different horse people how to do something, you will get 10 different answers.” Helena puts that old adage to the test and asks ten different horse people their opinions about what qualifies for happy horsekeeping. Those ten people happen to be her Horse Radio N...2021-12-0845 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 85: An Equine Business Owner Takes a Leap of Faith Brought to you by: Lucas Equine Equipment When Heather Schneider realized that she had been running her horse business in survival mode for longer than she cared to admit, she knew it was time for a change. From buying a new tractor to hiring a barn manager, Heather’s carriage driving business in Florida (and her life) have really turned around. In this episode, Helena talks with Heather about what changes she made at Wind Chase Farm, why she made them, and what the outcome has been. Listen in! 2021-11-1939 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessEP 84: How a Holistic Vet Keeps Horses in SarasotaThis is part 3 of the HRN Host Series, brought to you by Load Trail Trailers. The saying goes, “If you ask ten horse people how to do something, you’ll get ten different answers.” In this episode, Helena talks with Dr. Wendy Ying, owner of Five Elements for Animals, a private practice that specializes in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine. Wendy is also an accomplished FEI-level driving competitor and host of the Driving Radio Show. Wendy shares her best practices for keeping her horses healthy and happy in sunny Florida. Listen in!2021-11-1057 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessKeeping Show Ponies HappyThis is part two of the HRN Host Series on Stall and Stable. The saying goes, “If you ask 10 different horse people how to do something, you’ll get 10 different answers.” Helena puts that adage to the test asking her HRN colleagues about what they think qualifies as happy horse keeping. In this episode she chats with Piper Klemm, publisher of the Plaid Horse magazine and host of the Plaidcast, about what best practices she employes to keep her fleet of lease ponies happy and healthy, as well as what trends in the horse industry support a more holistic approa...2021-10-3042 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessKeeping Horses Happy, featuring Retired Racehorse Radio Host, Joy OrrThe saying goes: “If you ask ten different horse people how to do something, you will get 10 different answers.” Well, Helena decided to put that adage to the test and ask ten different horse people their opinions about what qualifies for happy horsekeeping. The ten people happen to be her Horse Radio Network colleagues-all horse professionals in some way, shape, or form, and all with a similar horse-first philosophy when it comes to keeping, training, and competing their horses. As with all HRN shows, you never know where the conversation will go, but you know it will alwa...2021-10-2137 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessModular Monitor Barns Time is money. This simple truth makes companies like Horizon Structures a real gem in the barn-building industry, because modular barn construction can save us both time and money. In this episode, Helena welcomes back her very first guest, Jill Siragusa, from Horizon Structures. They're talking about Monitor Barn design, what's great about it, and what the process is like these days for getting a modular barn for your horses. Listen in! 2021-10-1540 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessFooting, Fitness, and StiflesHelena made fresh tracks with Siouxsie in the new sand ring, and so many things became clear during that ride. The change in Siouxsie's attitude, the way she feels while being ridden, the potential for developing a truly fit and healthy horse, and the feedback loop between a green horse and the human she’s come to trust. How does a horse’s environment make a difference in their future as athletes? There are many horses out there with similar stories who are simply asked, or told, to trudge along because their reluctance to work is perceived as lazy or n...2021-09-2930 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessIt's Either Horses or Me!Living with a horse person is a unique experience, especially when you’re not the kind of person who is completely obsessed with horses. Living with horses in your backyard is an equally unique experience, because horses aren’t just in your life, they ARE your life, whether you like it or not. In this episode, Buck joins Helena once again, but this time to discuss what it’s like to have every corner of your home, and most of your life, influenced by horses and horsey things. Listen in!2021-09-1544 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessThe Arena from Hell "The road to hell, they say, is paved with good intentions. Well, I say it’s paved with filter sand. Lots and lots of filter sand." In this episode, Helena recounts the horror story that is her sand arena project, and shares important information to have on hand before you hire someone to build an outdoor ring. From working with contractors and measuring for sand depth, to keeping your wits about you when a tropical storm turns everything to soup, this is a story that turns anguish into wisdom. Listen in! 2021-09-1031 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessChanges at Stall and Stable"One thing I’ve learned in my time on this planet, is that change is constant. Whether we invite it in or it arrives as an unexpected guest, our best strategy for dealing with it is to learn how to be adaptable." In this episode, Helena is joined by her husband Buck to discuss not one, but several big changes happening at Hoo Hollow. In life, in business, and in horses, change is indeed constant, how we roll with it is the difference between struggle and success. Listen in!2021-08-2640 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessHorsekeeping Essentials for Small or Large FarmsSmall farm or large, the essentials of horsekeeping are the same. Some methods we use to keep our horses happy and healthy will differ based on the way we use our horses, but the underlying principles are pretty firm, whether you have two acres or 20. In this episode, Helena shares some observations from her recent trip to several farms in the heart of horse country in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania. Listen in!2021-08-1222 min
Tankespjärn with Helena Roth16. Women of wide spaces | with Beverly DelidowMy fourth conversation with Beverly Delidow of Here’s a Quarter takes place after she’s returned from a two-week photographic journey to Iceland and Grimsö.
An intended 24-hr-visit to Iceland for me and my family, upon returning from Seattle/Vancouver in 2016, was cut short to 6 hours during which we managed to visit The Blue Lagoon, because I’d botched the time zone-differences upon booking our flights. Oops…
Beverly, on the other hand, have been to Iceland twice, on trips specifically designed to photograph birds, and as she leans into the vista she uses as a backgro...2021-08-101h 41
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessTop Tips for Happy HorsekeepingIf you’re one of the lucky horse people who finally get to bring their horses home or start that boarding business you’ve always dreamed about, you’ll appreciate this episode. Tips and advice about horsekeeping are plentiful on the internet, but many of them are either unreliable, sketchy, or based on a situation that’s very different than yours. Today’s tips are generic enough to be used just about anywhere, they don’t cost you a fortune to implement, and each one is backed up by credible research. Plus, get the scoop on Helena's new sand ring in the...2021-08-0335 min
Pegasus PodcastHorse Radio Network Co-Founder Helena Harris! How to build an equine media empire.Helena Harris was one of two co-founders of the Horse Radio Network. She is also the host of the popular Stall and Stable podcast.Things you will learn in this podcast:How Horse Radio Network started.The business model behind HRN.How to make money from podcasts.How to start, make, distribute and monetize a podcast.You can contact Helena at stallandstable.com, and subscribe to her podcast Stall and Stable here.🐴 This episode is brought to you by Pegasus....2021-07-261h 26The Enterprise Doctor Business ShowHelena McBride and David Horne guest on The Business Show on Marlow FM 15th July 2021The Business Show from Marlow FM 97.5 on 15th July 2021is now available here.My guests were Helena McBride (definitely McBride!) & David Horne. Connect with them via https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenathespacemaker/ & https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidkehorne/respectively.I needed to play one last track for the England team, & for the fans – Journey’s “Don’t Stop Believing” – you can hear a great live version at https://youtu.be/VcjzHMhBtf0 .I talk first to David Horne about Kehorne, why his name is part of the name, & talk of their customisable solution for restaurants...2021-07-1840 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessClinic Takeaways & TipsNow that COVID is settling into our rearview mirrors and Helena's out and about with her vaccinated self, she has some neat experiences to share with you. In the past three months, she's traveled to at least a dozen farms, met with barn owners and managers, attended clinics, and hosted some of her own. In this episode, she shares key takeaways from two of her favorite events, plus 10 new tips for helping you host a great clinic. Listen in!2021-06-3026 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessSBA Loans for Horse BusinessesWhether you own your own farm or have dreams about it, this is an episode you want to listen to. Making money in the horse industry is tough. The good news, is that there is help you may not know exists. This week, Buck joins Helena to talk about loan programs available to equestrian businesses. Buck is an Economic Development specialist who works with entrepreneurs (yes, Ms. Horse Trainer, that’s you!) to help them get the financial and business support they need to start or grow their businesses. From farm purchases and arena construction to tractors and new fo...2021-06-2541 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessForage-Based Diets for HorsesWhat’s the latest in forage-based diets for horses? What myths have plagued you, and what do we need to know in 2021 about feeding hay to keep our horses healthy and happy? Do horses need Omega-3 supplements? Is beet pulp all that helpful? What gut supplement can actually help prevent ulcers? Carey Williams, Ph.D., a research scientist and professor at Rutgers University Equine Science Center, joins Helena to discuss how to can keep our horses' digestive systems functioning well by focusing on forage. Listen in!2021-06-0241 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessFaraway Farms and Fabulous FencingThis episode was going to be about hoses, but so much has happened in the last three weeks, Helena thought it would be more fun to share her experiences (and epiphanies) with Siouxsie as a temporary client on training board at Unexpected Farm. Plus, we get our geek on with Marc Hollahan from Tangent Materials, as he explains just how Tangent Fencing is made and why it's a great choice for horse properties large and small. Listen in! 2021-05-1243 min
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessBarn Strategies for Buddy Sour HorsesIt’s springtime in America, and that means many of our horses are back to work in earnest. For some horse owners, separating our horses from their friends in order to work, travel, or show, can mean managing emotions - theirs and ours. Nick Rivera, of The Horseman’s University, joins Helena in this episode to talk about how we can manage our horse’s daily routines in order to help them learn to be more confident and independent. Listen in! 2021-04-2840 min
SISU JourneyMx Harris Hill: Freedom through AnonymityHarris is a 30-something year-old nonbinary person from Hertfordshire, UK. Harris realised they were trans/nonbinary in their mid-twenties and have since made the commitment to becoming the advocate they needed, but never had. To date, Harris has taught and coached over 30,000 people in their mission to educate the general population about gender identity. An entrepreneur and seasoned LGBTQ+ advocate, Harris is dedicated to making every story as familiar to us as our own. Resource mentioned in the podcast https://mxharrishill.com/pdf Coaching and Community Community page: Facebook.com...2021-04-221h 10
Stall and Stable: Advice for Barn and BusinessSiouxsie and the Solitary WitchThis is either going to be one of those amazing adventures or one of those times in life when you call your mom crying because everything is awful and you just wanna come home. Siouxsie and Helena are on an adventure in Wales, Maine. They were invited to spend a month riding and training with Chelsea Canedy at Unexpected Farm. Getting unstuck sometimes requires the kind of help only to found on the other end of an adventure. So for the first time ever, Helena and Siouxsie loaded up the bumper pull, and drove 4 hours no...2021-04-1930 min