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The Horsehuman Connection MatrixAI, Ethics, and the Language of Connection: A Candid Conversation with ChatGPTSend us a textEpisode Description:In this unusual and timely episode of The Horsehuman Connection Matrix, I sit down with ChatGPT—yes, the AI—for a conversation about emotional safety, ethical use of technology, and We talk about the risks and responsibilities of using AI as a mirror, a guide, or a support in human growth, especially for vulnerable individuals.Whether you’re curious about AI’s role in healing work, struggling with how to integrate digital tools into meaningful connection, or just w...2025-07-1332 min
The Engagement RingBuilding A Hub for Multidisciplinary Research —UAlbany's Institute for Social and Health Equity (ISHE)About Dr. Paul L. MorganInstitute for Social and Health Equity (ISHE)A study by Dr. Paul Morgan released in June 2025: Morgan, P. L., Hu, E. H., & Oh, Y. (2025). Racial and Ethnic Disparities in School-Based Disability Identification. Educational Researcher, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.3102/0013189X251347279UAlbany News Center, Feb 22, 2024: UAlbany Launches the Institute for Social and Health EquityISHE Director Dr. Paul Morgan honored with the Kauffman-Hallahan-Pullen Distinguished Researcher AwardCollege of Integrated Health SciencesGlobal Center for AI in Mental HealthCenter for Social and Demo...2025-06-2534 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixAutism, Customer Service, Context, XYZ's have no clue...& NordstromsSend us a textBeing Austic makes everything harder. Including accepting changes sometimes. However, we austic folks also notice more, and I say our culture has been high jacked by corporate culture and its causing people to be dull and mean. I fear the younger generations have no idea what's happened. So I have requests-- S>L>O>W DOWN so you can pay attention and be more aware. AND THINK-Stick up for everyone and dont let them bamboozle you the way they do all the TIME!. And you might be be part of the pro...2025-06-1227 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixEquine Wisdom Applied / Amanda HeldSend us a textThis episode goes deep and personal. It contains live examples of Equine theraputic work; Also called Equine Assitested Practices EAP. The subjects of suicide and helplessness are mentioned. Charlie's Buck has meant many things to all involved. About Amanda Held:Amanda Held is the founder of the Equine Wisdom Institute and author of Healing in Harmony: Emotional and Spiritual Wellness for Horses and Humans. A veteran, Mustang gentler, and certified holistic life coach with training in trauma-informed care, somatic integration, and energy psychology, Amanda has d...2025-06-0459 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixCharissa explains the psychology behind some of Charlie's early training, and trouble shoots bucking in general.Send us a textIt is always a treat to get Charissa Schmidt to weigh in on subjects, her wisdom, experience and education make for well rounded discussions. Any parent, horse trainer, or person in any relationship will gain insights from this talk. The threshold of tolerance, Jungian and humanistic principles, and transference all weave into this parallel discussion about horse training and relationship.Support the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail.com2025-05-2745 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixAnimal Comunicator Asha Wolf checks in with Charlie about what happened.Send us a textEveryone's perspective is important, and there is always an underlying reason for an animal's behavior. We can gain so much by hearing directly from our animals, and it's reassuring to have things we think we know validated by an expert. Working with an animal communicator can provide us with lots of new information and insights! If you have ever wondered about animal communication or if it can help- take a listen and see for yourself.Asha Wolf, DPT, CMACertified Animal Communicator and Energy Healer2025-05-2637 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixKimberly Dunn helps unpack" Charlie's Buck"Send us a texthttps://getgroundedequine.com/Kimberly is well known trainer and breeder of Fell Ponies and other breeds in the PNW. Trainers here on the West Coast are embracing "The Quiet Revolution" with open hearts and heads.Unpacking issues in training and psychology like: threshold, regulation, and the use of round pens and animal communication/communicators are themes that come up in this and the next couple Podcast in this Series on "Charlie Bucks"- Support the showFor more information on names or ma...2025-05-2547 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixCharlie BucksSend us a textThe main question is- How do implement giving horses choices, when we dont always understand, their answers & When sometimes we dont like the answers?A very intense full week, has a terrible ending. In this episode, Ishe is very vulnerable admitting what she doesnt know. This is a multi part serries of episodes. The stage is set here, for the story of what happened and the contributing factors.In the next few episodes, Ishe plans to get expert help on the issues. So keep listening...CP...2025-05-1431 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixReflections and Metaphores; Tieing it all together.Send us a textThese reflection and metaphors and explanations make the purpose of my Podcast more clear.The Quiet Revolution in the Horse World explained.....Please like, follow, subscribe, donate if you like the content.Please email me, if you would like to be a guest.Iabel.hhc@gmail.comSupport the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail.com2025-04-1113 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixAmanda Held Author of "Healing in Harmony"Send us a texthttps://www.skool.com/equine-wisdom#:~:text=skool.com/equine%2Dwisdomhttps://www.equinewisdominstitute.org/I put the webpages first, because I know you'll want to visit them.Amanda knows stuff! She's been through the things that make people strong and smart. She survived, she gets it and now she is sharing the light and knoweldge in her new book and at SKOOL.Amanda understands horses, listen please you dont want to miss this.Support the showFor more i...2025-04-0456 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixCharissa Schmidt PART TWOSend us a textIm sure you will want to finish listening. This lady is one of my favorite people to talk to- these conversations are too good not to share, hint hint & please subscibe or follow- AND TELL YOUR PEPESSupport the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail.com2025-03-2844 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixCharissa SchmidtSend us a textMy Teacher and Mentor and I replay some of our conversations over the years and tie them to current issues, and struggles of the horse world, the therapy world, our political landscape, and Equine Thereapy and Equine Learning. We also discuss bullying, our shadow sides, ethics, neuroscinece, and relationships, what is and is not abusive to animals and the conversation continues in the second part.Charissa wears many hats, including Mental Health Therapist and Clinical Supervisor and Horse Trainer, Support the showFor more inf...2025-03-261h 06The Horsehuman Connection MatrixEquine Assisted Practices including Horse TherapySend us a textThis episode was inspired by a talk given to therapy interns. Check out the resources below- We covered a lot of topics related to this one. I love hearing the input and feedback, so please dont be shy.Movies/Shows"Heartland""Rescued Hearts" film- to be released soon! A documentaty you dont want to miss!Books;'The Tao of Equuas". ~ Linda kohanov"The Art of Facilitation, with 28 equine activities". ~ Charisse Rufdolf" Horse Brain Human Brain" Dr. Jones"Ho...2025-03-2134 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixKy Brown of Wiser River Wellness speaks about Eco-TherpySend us a textHorses aren't the only method we can utilaize to bring about co-regulation and heal our trauma and hurts. Ky talks about evidence based therapy that makes a world of difference using the natural world. Our ancestors knew some things that deserve a serious reinvestment. Check it out, guarenteed to soothe!http://wiseriverwellness.com/Support the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail.com2025-03-0937 min
The Horsehuman Connection MatrixThis interview with Sarah Linthacum captures the passion she has for her ancestry and a very special breed of horse, the Choctaw Pony. Listen in to a richSend us a texthttps://youtu.be/b4yna-2jwAg. Listen in to a rich conversation about family, traditions, philophosies, and moving forward in the modern age. There is much wisdom to be gained by meeting this dedicated horsewoman. She is x- military, barrel racer, mother, and farmer. Sarah has a beautiful grulla stud Choctaw Pony and can be reached at Sarahusaf1999@yahoo.comSupport the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail.com2025-02-2335 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixThe right people, attraction, the right attention, learning, and positive feedback// Could this be all it takes?Send us a textStories make a case for love in many forms on Valentines day.Support the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail.com2025-02-1520 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixDeep listening, horse health basics, pain manangment, laminates, colic, first aidSend us a textThis is some basic horse knowelge , wisdom and a littel advice.Support the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail.com2025-02-0623 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixKraig Smyth// Analogy of societal addiction and related topics, hope for future changeSend us a text Join us for this lively and educational conversation comparing our modern world problems to an indivual with addictions. So many related topics come up. Aniexity, shame, denial, freedom, narciism, healing, and recovery.(challenge)Can you identify the 12 steps of recovery, or some of them, hidden in these conversations?Kraig Smyth/Wellness Advocate & Educator"The Business Of Being Human"www.MyBizGuide.comSupport the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail.com2025-01-161h 00The Horsehuman Connection MatrixHorses have taught me lots ~and it applies to humansSend us a textIn Equine Assisted Practices, horses show up differently than when they are being bosses around or manipulated into tricks and trainings. The things horseship ( the relationship with a horse) reveals is so absolutely different than the mind numbing expereinces they go through in the old paradigm, before the "Quiet Revolution".Check out the list of what they can help us learn, and decide which side of the revolution you'll be on?As alwyas I'd love to hear what you like and dont like. Thanks for listening, please spread th...2025-01-0715 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixJoanna Mendl Shaw:The Equuas Projects and moreSend us a textDuring our interview we had some wifi issues. The editing in the first part of the interview, may be a rough in transition. In the socond half, I decided to leave the gaps. Life isnt perfect, embrace the imperfections.This work is so fasinating to me be cause I've glismpsed it in day dreams and seen it in my minds eye before I heard anyone was doing it. "The Quiet Revolution " continues to grow. Are you part of it? Would you like to be a guest?Email me-Iabel.hhc@gmail...2024-12-2454 minThe Horsehuman Connection MatrixSarah France, Ice Dancer, Horse dancer: Extra~Ordinary Autistic woman!!Send us a textTalking with Sarah had my brain firing fast, and my heart joining in a grounded way.If you dance or creat or write, If you horse or spectrum or skate or fly, If your curious...Dont miss this conversation!!Below is a link to a 4 min. dance that to me epitomizes parts of the conversation.https://youtu.be/zqUwmCjfkug?si=it4wKj2DSgDumDniSupport the showFor more information on names or materials referenced, or to contact Ishe- please email. iabel.hhc@gmail...2024-12-171h 03