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Talk Horse

Talk Horse

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Saddle up for tales of triumph, drama, and equestrian life as we gallop through the highs and lows of the horse world. Hosted by Olympic eventer and equestrian enthusiast Pippa Funnell, alongside Made in Chelsea's Tristan Phipps, a newcomer to the horse world. They’ll be joined by trailblazers and icons of the equestrian scene—from dressage to dead heats, ponies to polo, and everything in between.

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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Talk Horse episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Talk Horse for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Talk Horse episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Talk Horse - Ep 2: Richard Davison - The Doyen of Dressage
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12/28/24 • 32 min

Welcome to Talk Horse, the brand-new podcast for all things equestrian! Join Pippa and Tristan as they "talk horse" with Richard Davison, four-time Olympic dressage rider, two-time European Championship medalist, previous British Team Captain and at the forefront of the international dressage world for more than three decades. They discuss the high and lows of the last year in dressage including the Charlotte Dujardin controversy.


Plus Tristan quizzes Pippa on what makes a mare-y Christmas in the horse world.


If you've enjoyed this pod - please do follow and leave a nice review. It really helps us get the pod out to more listeners.


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Talk horse with us:

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse



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Talk Horse - Ep 4: Nigel Hollings - The Greatest Showman
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01/15/25 • 39 min

Pippa and Tristan are joined by renowned equestrian judge and trainer Nigel Hollings, who shares his extensive experience in the world of showing—the "Crufts" of the horse world. Nigel reveals some untold stories from his illustrious riding career, which began with his famous Horse of the Year victory in 1972.


Meanwhile, Pippa and Tristan discover more than they anticipated about the animal kingdom.


If you've enjoyed this pod - please do follow and leave a nice review. It really helps us get the pod out to more listeners.


We'd love to hear your stories - so please Talk Horse with us:

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse

Email: [email protected]



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Joining Tristan and Pippa this week is the one and only Mick Fitzgerald. A memorable winner of the Grand National in 1996 and the Cheltenham Gold Cup in 1999, he is now a mainstay of the ITV Racing team. From the joy of pony racing as a boy to the heartbreaking, life-changing accident at the 2008 Grand National, Mick’s story is nothing short of extraordinary. To paraphrase his famous quote on winning the Grand National: After that interview, even sex is an anticlimax.


Pippa also reveals to Tristan what really goes on at Sports Personality of the Year, and we answer your equine conundrums.


If you've enjoyed this pod - please do follow and leave a nice review. It really helps us get the pod out to more listeners.


We love hearing from you! Send us your thoughts.


Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse



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Talk Horse - Ep 8: Tina Cook – The Main Eventer
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02/12/25 • 47 min

Joining Tristan and Pippa this week is the fabulous event rider Tina Cook. From the torment of being an Olympic reserve to the glorious highs of winning three medals at the 2008 and 2012 Games, Tina has experienced it all.


With an impressive collection of silverware, including European and World Championship titles, she is celebrated as one of Britain’s most accomplished and respected equestrians. She has also known Pippa for 35 years - so expect some juicy gossip!


Meanwhile, Pippa channels her inner Foley artist with highly realistic horse sound effects, and Tristan reveals his own international sporting achievements.


If you've enjoyed this pod - please do follow and leave a nice review. It really helps us get the pod out to more listeners.


We love hearing from you:


Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse



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Talk Horse - Ep 9: Hot to Trot with Farrier Sam Wolfenden
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02/19/25 • 38 min

Excitement levels are high as internet sensation, handsome horseman, and experienced farrier Sam Wolfenden joins Pippa and Tristan in the studio. With over a million followers, Sam has shown fans worldwide a different side to horses... and their hooves. Incredibly, and luckily for us, this is Sam’s first time on a podcast.


But it’s not all buff bodies and hammering horseshoes - Sam reveals his deep passion for the horses under his care and the vital role a farrier plays in their welfare.


Plus, Tristan arrives straight from a black-tie event, and Pippa reveals that Tristan isn’t the only Rupert Campbell-Black double in her life...


If you've enjoyed this pod - please do follow and leave a nice review. It really helps us get the pod out to more listeners.


We love hearing from you:


Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse



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Talk Horse - Ep 6: Natasha Baker - A Paralympic Powerhouse
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01/29/25 • 42 min

This week, Pippa and Tristan chat with the phenomenal and inspiring six-time Paralympic gold medallist, Natasha Baker. 🏅🐎 From early challenges to the gold medal that means the most, the incredible synergy she needs with her horses, and even parenting tips from the horse-mad—this conversation has it all!


Meanwhile, Tristan is fresh out of the bush (or, as Pippa insists, "the jungle") with a tan and a tale or two. And back to the horses - Pippa has lined up a cheeky little quiz to see just how much Tristan has learned so far...


We'd love to hear your stories - so please Talk Horse with us:

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse

Email: [email protected]



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This week, Pippa and Tristan are joined by multiple Olympic medallist, Badminton champion, and all round fabulous British Eventer Laura Collett.


From her beginnings with Showing, to her teenage love of Pippa's video games, to the incredible resilience needed to recover from a potentially career ending accident – Laura's story is remarkable.


Plus – Pippa Funnell (MBE) reveals a special moment when she bonded with the Queen.


If you enjoy this pod, please do subscribe and leave us a good review. It really helps get the word out there.


Do send us your thoughts! We love hearing from you.


Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse



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Talk Horse - Ep 1:  The Hollywood Horsemaster Dan Naprous
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12/17/24 • 36 min

Welcome to Talk Horse, the brand-new podcast for all things equestrian! Join Pippa and Tristan as they "talk horse" with Dan Naprous, the man behind the horses in some of the biggest films and TV series of recent times. From Wonder Woman and Game of Thrones to Gladiator and those iconic Lloyds Bank ads - Dan’s got the inside scoop on bringing Hollywood horsepower to life.


Pippa dives in to see if Tristan’s equestrian knowledge goes beyond falling off one in Made in Chelsea, and shares a few of her own horse secrets along the way.


If you've enjoyed this pod - please do follow and leave a nice review. It really helps us get the pod out to more listeners.


Talk horse with us:

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse



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Pippa and Tristan chat to the incredible Di Lampard, the Performance Manager (or Chef d'Équipe) of the British Showjumping team. She’ll share insights on managing Olympians, how she fell in love with showjumping, her 'horse of a lifetime' Abbervail Dream, and how her late husband Dietmar, continues to inspire her work.


They’ll also be testing Pippa’s knowledge of her own computer games and discussing whether Tristan could be described as a “pony patter.”


If you've enjoyed this pod - please do follow and leave a nice review. It really helps us get the pod out to more listeners.


We love hearing from you! Send us your thoughts.


Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse

Email: [email protected]



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It’s a special one this week as Tristan wrangles a pair of fabulous Funnells. He and Pippa are in conversation with Pippa’s husband of over 30 years - champion showjumper William Funnell. A master of the sport, including a record-breaking five wins at Hickstead, William has enjoyed a long career representing his country and achieving huge success as a breeder.


Get ready for laughs, expert insights, and a glimpse into the dynamic between two of the equestrian world’s most respected figures.


Plus, Tristan has a little test lined up to see if William is also a champion husband. And as the eventing season kicks off, Pippa looks ahead to her own plans for 2025.


Send us your thoughts! We love hearing from you.


Email: [email protected]

Instagram: @talkhorseofficial

TikTok: @talkhorseofficial

YouTube: @TalkHorse-Official

Facebook: @talk-horse



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FAQ

How many episodes does Talk Horse have?

Talk Horse currently has 11 episodes available.

What topics does Talk Horse cover?

The podcast is about Horse Racing, Equestrian, Podcasts, Sports and Horse.

What is the most popular episode on Talk Horse?

The episode title 'Ep 3: Life's Hurdles with Showjumping Legend Di Lampard' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Talk Horse?

The average episode length on Talk Horse is 41 minutes.

How often are episodes of Talk Horse released?

Episodes of Talk Horse are typically released every 7 days.

When was the first episode of Talk Horse?

The first episode of Talk Horse was released on Dec 17, 2024.

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