Horse Tales with Cat
Catherine Shearon
An equestrian podcast for amateur riders, about amateur riders and professional riders and everything in between.
Catherine Shearon dives into conversations with equestrians from all angles of the horse world, to speak about topics that have never been discussed in equestrian interviews. Hear not just about how riders get started in their career, but about mental health struggles, overcoming confidence issues, the ins and outs of running a business, and more!
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Episode 10 - Mac and Brenley Cone Share a Lifetime of Learning
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10/04/24 • 54 min
Mac and Brenley Cone talk about both their personal and professional relationship. They touch on the basics of hard work, passion and the love and respect they have for each other and their horses. They share memories of riding and training with the best. They also express their gratitude for the wonderful family they have and for getting to do something they continue to enjoy.
Episode 11- Dr Maureen Lunney makes no apologies about putting a horse’s welfare first
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10/11/24 • 45 min
FEI registered Vet Dr Maureen Lunney touches on how anxiety manifests in horses as well as a host of other issues. She explains how the change in footing and technical difficulty of courses has impacted the injuries she sees in horses. She also talks about the value of a good blacksmith. Finally she shares the biggest challenges she faces as a vet and the greatest joy she gets from her career.
Episode 12- Juergen Von Buttlar lives his best life
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10/18/24 • 58 min
Rider, trainer Juergen Von Buttlar regales us with the stories of his ever evolving career. From his early days working with his father, riding bulls and driving horse trailers to flatting Canadian show jumpers at the Barcelona Olympics and partnering with Eric Lamaze , Juergen doesn’t skip a beat.
He shares what separates him from the crowd and his plans for the future all with a good dose of humour.
Episode 16 - Andre Etmekdjian - Not just a farrier
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11/15/24 • 52 min
Andre Etmekdjian came to the sport of show jumping as well as the trade of being a farrier as a young boy under the tutelage of his father in the USSR. His early competitions were as a member of the army. He landed in the United States in his late teens in the 1990's and has been continuing his journey of learning ever since. His determination and message of the importance of always being present with your horse is inspiring.
Episode 19- Dustin Gonnet - Cowboy to the Core
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12/20/24 • 63 min
Hall of Fame Cutting Trainer Dustin Gonnet is the first Canadian cutting trainer to earn over 2 million dollars in the sport.
What is more important to him than what he has earned is that he has stayed true to his heart and his convictions. He loves the relationship he has with his horses as well as with his family.
His ultimate goal is to be “Jack of all trades and master of everything!”
He is truly a genuine and authentic cowboy to the core.
Episode 3-Mario DesLauriers Goes to Paris
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08/02/24 • 36 min
3-Time Olympian Mario DesLauriers speaks with me just after being named to the Canadian Olympic Show Jumping Team heading to Paris. He talks about his journey to get there and his longevity in the sport.
He also takes us behind the scenes to talk about the day to day experience of an equestrian at the Games and his unique experience as the only Canadian show jumper in Tokyo.
Episode 4- Ainsley Vince Defies the Odds
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08/09/24 • 41 min
Ainsley shares stories of her successes and challenges.
She gets candid about the realities of recovering from 2 serious concussions despite the recommendations of her doctors.
She also talks about her hopes and dreams for her jumping career and her business -Linden Ridge Stables.
Episode 18 - Bronwyn Hart Irwin and Jason Irwin -Daring to dream impossible dreams!
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12/13/24 • 46 min
Trail blazers Bronwyn Hart Irwin and Jason Irwin are riders, trainers, clinicians and horse whisperers.
They walk us through the journey that has taken them from riding and training horses to hosting “The Horse Trainers” on RFD-TV Canada and the Cowboy Channel in Canada ,landing an audition on “Canada’s Got Talent” and attending the premiere of a movie at TIFF featuring one of their horses.
They have thrown out the rule book where goal setting is concerned and will inspire you with their passion.
Episode 13 - John Anderson has no regrets
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10/25/24 • 53 min
John Anderson takes us along on his show jumping journey. He shares how he reluctantly started riding to developing a love that was inspired by a family of horsemen and led to creating an equestrian facility (Rocky Mountain Show Jumping ) to rival Spruce Meadows and foster riders of all levels to want to do more. He is not afraid to share his concerns for the sport in Canada and offers his solutions to get things back on track.
He also gives us the inside scoop on how the Royal West came about and his hopes for where it is going.
Episode 17- Jen Hamilton - George Morris' first paying client
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12/06/24 • 43 min
Rider, trainer and author Jen Hamilton walks us down the path of her career that started in New York and brought her to Nova Scotia.
She talks about her involvement in the coaching program with Equine Canada and how it changed the trajectory of her career in coaching.
She is frank, nostalgic and funny and continues to give back to the passion she has fostered for decades.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Horse Tales with Cat have?
Horse Tales with Cat currently has 19 episodes available.
What topics does Horse Tales with Cat cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Equestrian, Interview, Podcast, Podcasts and Sports.
What is the most popular episode on Horse Tales with Cat?
The episode title 'Episode 1-Meet Jill Henselwood' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Horse Tales with Cat?
The average episode length on Horse Tales with Cat is 49 minutes.
How often are episodes of Horse Tales with Cat released?
Episodes of Horse Tales with Cat are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Horse Tales with Cat?
The first episode of Horse Tales with Cat was released on Jul 19, 2024.
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