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The Scope PodcastSPECIAL EPISODE: SCOPE ON THE ROAD--USEF Judge Mike Rosser, Horse Show Manager and Course Designer Patrick Rodes and the Saturday Horse Show Wrap Up.Karen and Jen are on location in Raeford NC for the NCHJA Annual Horse Show. We've got the show day wrap up and so much more! USEF Judge Mike Rosser talks about some of his biggest pet peeves when he's officiating. Horse Show Manager and Course Designer Patrick Rodes discusses the many hats he wears, as well as the merits of more traditional style horse shows. And Karen caught up with Emily Grace Swinson, winner of the 2025 Bryan Jones Adult Medal Finals. Support the show2025-06-2915 min
Horse PersonUSEF Responds to Frustrations Regarding Horse Welfare and Abuse in SportIn the first interview of this kind, US Equestrian's COO and General Counsel, Sonja Keating, is speaking to the frustrations shared by USEF membership regarding the perceived lack of action and enforcement on horse abuse in sport in the United States. On May 27, the Chronicle of the Horse published an article entitled USEF Must Do Better in Fighting Horse Abuse, written by Caroline Howe. That same day, the United States Equestrian Federation sent an email to its membership which the Chronicle also published on its website, seemingly in response to Caroline’s piece, in which they call for t...2025-06-131h 00
Horse PersonCaroline Howe: I Don't Think USEF Is Doing Enough Against Horse Abuse. Here's Why.On May 27, the Chronicle of the Horse published an article entitled USEF Must Do Better in Fighting Horse Abuse, written by Caroline Howe. That same day, the United States Equestrian Federation sent an email to its membership which the Chronicle also published on its website, seemingly in response to Caroline’s piece, in which they call for the community to unite against horse abuse and detail a number of measures they have taken, and some that they plan to take, to address horse abuse in sport. The response to these 2 articles was massive. On social media alo...2025-06-1345 minThe Scope PodcastEpisode 11. Equestrian Sports. A former member of the USEF Hearing Panel, Andrew Ellis, discusses the USEF rule violation system and social media whistle blowers.Andrew Ellis, horse show manager, paddock master and former member of the USEF Hearing Panel, talks about the strengths and weaknesses of the USEF rule violation system, the responsibility we all share to protect our equine partners and the integrity of our sport and how social media whistle blowers fit into the equation.Support the show2025-05-1126 min
The US Equestrian Open PodcastEventing: Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S Preview ShowThis week, it’s a full house as Annie Bishop is joined by Sally Spickard (Eventing Nation), Sinead Maynard, and EquiRatings’ Diarmuid Byrne to preview the Cosequin® Lexington CCI4*-S—one of the most exciting stops on the US Equestrian Open Series calendar. From podium predictions to dark horse debates, this is your ultimate fan-first preview of the weekend ahead. 🔍 Episode Highlights: The Big Three: Why Caroline Pamukcu & HSH Blake, Will Coleman & Off The Record, and Alyssa Phillips & Oskar are dominating the Prediction Centre. Underdogs with Bite: Who could surprise us? From No May...2025-04-2338 min
The PlaidcastThe Plaidchat: Geoff Case on the Future of Hunter SportWelcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with USEF “R” judge, FEI trainer, and clinician Geoff Case about the future of hunter sport in this country. Listen in and share with your friends!Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Geoff Case is a USEF “R” Judge, FEI Trainer, and Clinician originally from Lexington, Kentucky. Upon graduating from Johns Hopkins University, Case chose to...2025-04-081h 00The Scope PodcastEpisode 6. Equestrian Sports. Are the new competition pre-requisites for USEF Licensed Hunter/Equitation Judges really in the best interest of the sport??Karen and Jen discuss a new USEF Rule that requires Licensed Hunter/Equitation Judges to have shown or trained a competitor at 3' for a 'r' rating and 3'6" for a 'R' rating. Is this inline with the judging criteria of other subjective sports? What impact could this rule have on the accessibility and fan appeal of the sport? Listen to find out what we think!Support the show2025-04-0623 minThe Plaidcast2025 WEF Equitation Championship Recap with Karen Healey & Michael Tokaruk by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesPiper speaks with two of the judges from the 2025 WEF Equitation Championship in Wellington, Florida, Karen Healey and Michael Tokaruk. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Karen Healey began her professional career working for George Morris at Hunterdon Stables in New Jersey in 1971. Karen moved to California ten years later and began her business at the Los Angeles Equestrian Center. Since moving to California, Karen’s riders have won over 100 medal finals and she has trained numerous hunters and ju...2025-04-0433 minThe PlaidcastThe Plaidchat: Geoff Case on Work/Life BalanceWelcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with USEF “R” judge, FEI trainer, and clinician Geoff Case about finding a work/life balance in the horse industry. Listen in and share with your friends!Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Geoff Case is a USEF “R” Judge, FEI Trainer, and Clinician originally from Lexington, Kentucky. Upon graduating from Johns Hopkins...2025-03-041h 18
Horse Radio Network All Shows Feed764: Next Steps Toward World Cup Finals, USEF Dressage Evaluation Sessions, Starting A New Equestrian Business - The Dressage Radio ShowGenay Vaughn shares her world cup qualifying journey and what the next steps to the World Cup Finals are! Emily Donaldson talks about training in the USEF dressage training and evaluation sessions for development and emerging young horse program with Christine Traurig. We also get a chance to check in with Ashley Rand on how starting her new business is going! Listen in…GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 764:Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|FacebookGuest: Genay Vaughn | Facebook | InstagramGuest: Emily Donaldson Guest: Ashley Rand | Macha Sport InstagramBook Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie WebbDressage Radio Show...2025-02-2749 minThe Dressage Radio Show764: Next Steps Toward World Cup Finals, USEF Dressage Evaluation Sessions, Starting A New Equestrian BusinessGenay Vaughn shares her world cup qualifying journey and what the next steps to the World Cup Finals are! Emily Donaldson talks about training in the USEF dressage training and evaluation sessions for development and emerging young horse program with Christine Traurig. We also get a chance to check in with Ashley Rand on how starting her new business is going! Listen in…GUESTS AND LINKS DRESSAGE EPISODE 764:Co-Hosts: Reese Koffler-Stanfield and Megan McIssac|Instagram|FacebookGuest: Genay Vaughn | Facebook | InstagramGuest: Emily Donaldson Guest: Ashley Rand | Macha Sport InstagramBook Club: Build a Better Athlete by Leslie WebbDressage Radio Show...2025-02-2749 minThe US Equestrian Open PodcastEventing: Jaguar’s Duende - Sharon White on a Rising Star of US EventingIn this episode, Annie Bishop speaks with Sharon White and Diarmuid Byrne about the exciting journey of young mare Jaguar's Duende. They discuss her development, training, and the importance of patience in equestrian sports. Jaguar’s Duende has quickly become one of the sport’s most talked-about rising stars. EquiRatings’ Diarmuid Byrne shared the impressive statistics: Nine international starts, nine podium finishes Three wins in her last four competitions A victory at Maryland to close out the 2024 season These numbers are staggering, but White admits she rarely focuses on them.2025-02-1319 minThe PlaidcastThe Plaidchat: Geoff Case on Course TechnicalityWelcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with USEF “R” judge, FEI trainer, and clinician Geoff Case about what makes different courses of the same height more challenging, more technical and harder. Listen in and share with your friends!Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Geoff Case is a USEF “R” Judge, FEI Trainer, and Clinician originally from Lexington, Kentucky...2025-02-1149 minThe PlaidcastThe Plaidchat: Geoff Case on Quirky HorsesWelcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with USEF “R” judge, FEI trainer, and clinician Geoff Case about what a quirky horse is and the truth behind them. Listen in and share with your friends!Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Geoff Case is a USEF “R” Judge, FEI Trainer, and Clinician originally from Lexington, Kentucky. Upon graduating from Johns Ho...2025-01-2844 minThe PlaidcastThe Plaidchat: Geoff Case on Who is Judging Our SportWelcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with USEF “R” judge, FEI trainer, and clinician Geoff Case about the process and requirements to become a judge. Listen in and share with your friends!Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Geoff Case is a USEF “R” Judge, FEI Trainer, and Clinician originally from Lexington, Kentucky. Upon graduating from Johns Hopkins Universi...2025-01-1458 min
Horse Radio Network All Shows FeedThe Disease Du Jour 147: Role of the Permitted Treating Veterinarian in FEI/USEF Competitions with Dr. Sarah CohenIn this episode, Sarah Cohen, DVM, joined us to discuss the role of the permitted treating veterinarian at FEI/USEF competitions, especially with regard to current discussions around social license to operate. She talked about the differences between a permitted treating veterinarian and an official veterinarian, how current discussions on social license are influencing discussions within the FEI and USEF, what’s involved in the trot-up process, and what it’s like to work as a holding box veterinarian.You can contact Dr. Cohen at cohendvm@equity-performance.com.The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to y...2024-11-1420 minDisease Du JourEp. 147: Role of the Permitted Treating Veterinarian in FEI/USEF Competitions with Dr. Sarah CohenIn this episode, Sarah Cohen, DVM, joined us to discuss the role of the permitted treating veterinarian at FEI/USEF competitions, especially with regard to current discussions around social license to operate. She talked about the differences between a permitted treating veterinarian and an official veterinarian, how current discussions on social license are influencing discussions within the FEI and USEF, what’s involved in the trot-up process, and what it’s like to work as a holding box veterinarian.You can contact Dr. Cohen at cohendvm@equity-performance.com.The Disease Du Jour podcast is brought to y...2024-11-1420 minThe Plaidcast2024 ASPCA Maclay Finals Recap with the Judges by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesPiper speaks with the 2024 ASPCA Maclay Finals judges- Cynthia Hankins, Lyman T Whitehead, Keri Kampsen and Scott Fitton. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Cynthia Hankins has been in the horse business her entire life. Her junior years culminated with winning the AHSA Hunter Seat Medal Finals after having won Grand Junior Hunter champion & Best Child Rider that same weekend at the Pennsylvania National Horse Show. As a trainer, she coached a Maclay winner. Cynthia has been a clinician...2024-11-081h 03
Horse Radio Network All Shows FeedRiding High: JJ Torano's Dover/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Victory by Relyne GI - The Show Jumping PodcastJoin Kristy and Kimmy as they sit down with JJ Torano, the youngest-ever champion of the Dover/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals. JJ's historic win came after a grueling final test that showcased his incredible skill and precision. At just 14 years old, this Wellington, Florida native proved his exceptional horsemanship with a flawless halt that secured the championship. Tune in to hear about JJ's journey, the challenges he faced, and the incredible moment he became a legend in the equestrian world.Hosts: Kristy McCormick and Kimmy McCormick CarlsonTitle Sponsor: Hagyard Pharmacy & Relyne GIGuest: JJ ToranoShow Jumping WebsiteShow Jumping...2024-10-2543 minThe Show Jumping PodcastRiding High: JJ Torano's Dover/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Victory by Relyne GIJoin Kristy and Kimmy as they sit down with JJ Torano, the youngest-ever champion of the Dover/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals. JJ's historic win came after a grueling final test that showcased his incredible skill and precision. At just 14 years old, this Wellington, Florida native proved his exceptional horsemanship with a flawless halt that secured the championship. Tune in to hear about JJ's journey, the challenges he faced, and the incredible moment he became a legend in the equestrian world.Hosts: Kristy McCormick and Kimmy McCormick CarlsonTitle Sponsor: Hagyard Pharmacy & Relyne GIGuest: JJ ToranoShow Jumping WebsiteShow Jumping...2024-10-2543 minThe PlaidcastGeoff Case on Making the Most out of Opportunity by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesPiper speaks with USEF “R” judge, FEI trainer, and clinician Geoff Case about how to make the most out of any riding opportunity. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Geoff Case is a USEF “R” Judge, FEI Trainer, and Clinician originally from Lexington, Kentucky. Upon graduating from Johns Hopkins University, Case chose to follow his passion to train and grow the next generation of horses and riders. As a rider, Case has produced horses that have represented Team USA i...2024-10-2554 minThe Plaidcast2024 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals Recap with Rachel Kennedy & Tammy Provost by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesPiper speaks with the judges from the 2024 Dover Saddlery/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Finals, Rachel Kennedy and Tammy Provost. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Rachel Kennedy began riding at three years old. As a junior rider, Rachel showed horses for top professionals such as Rodney Jenkins, Ray Francis and Gerry Goldman. Later, as the professional rider for Jack Trainor’s Here & There Farm, Rachel rode to seven AHSA Horse of the Year titles along with numerous state titles. In...2024-10-1936 min
Horse Radio Network All Shows FeedTJ O'Mara - Practical Horseman PodcastThis week’s Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Purina, is with professional hunter/jumper rider and trainer TJ O’Mara. He spoke with us in mid-October during the busy indoor season.To give you a little more background on O'Mara, he had a successful junior career, winning three equitation finals in 2016: the Excellence in Equitation Championship, the Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals - East, and the Pessoa/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final. In 2018, he turned professional while getting his college degree at the University of Kentucky. Two years later in 2020, O'Mara joined Max Amaya's team a...2024-10-1937 minPractical Horseman PodcastTJ O'MaraThis week’s Practical Horseman Podcast, sponsored by Purina, is with professional hunter/jumper rider and trainer TJ O’Mara. He spoke with us in mid-October during the busy indoor season.To give you a little more background on O'Mara, he had a successful junior career, winning three equitation finals in 2016: the Excellence in Equitation Championship, the Platinum Performance/USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals - East, and the Pessoa/USEF Hunter Seat Medal Final. In 2018, he turned professional while getting his college degree at the University of Kentucky. Two years later in 2020, O'Mara joined Max Amaya's team a...2024-10-1938 minThe PlaidcastGeoff Case on Selecting a Trainer by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesPiper speaks with USEF “R” judge, FEI trainer, and clinician Geoff Case about what to look for in a trainer. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Geoff Case is a USEF “R” Judge, FEI Trainer, and Clinician originally from Lexington, Kentucky. Upon graduating from Johns Hopkins University, Case chose to follow his passion to train and grow the next generation of horses and riders. As a rider, Case has produced horses that have represented Team USA in International Competition, placed at...2024-10-111h 16The Plaidcast2024 Adequan/USEF Junior Hunter Finals- West Coast Recap with Michael Tokaruk by Taylor, Harris Insurance ServicesPiper speaks with rider, trainer and USEF "R" judge Michael Tokaruk about judging and his experience judging the 2024 Adequan/USEF Junior Hunter Finals- West Coast in Del Mar, California. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid HorseGuest: Michael Tokaruk is a top rider, trainer and judge who also runs a training and sales business, Tokaruk Show Stables, out of Tennessee and Wellington, Florida. Michael worked with top professionals such as Scott Stewart, Missy Clark, Bob Braswell and Anne Kursinski as a junior rider. M...2024-08-0943 min