It is Aachen week which is the perfect rehearsal before the World Championships there next year. With many big nations sending their 'B team', the door is wide open for new frontrunners to emerge. Could this be USA’s moment? In this episode, Nicole Brown and Diarmuid Byrne break down the key contenders, big storylines, and Prediction Centre insights ahead of one of the most intense team tests of the summer. Highlights: US on the Rise – Can Commando 3 or Off The Record deliver under pressure and ...
Jul 02, 2025•52 min
Today, we are going back in time to join Nicole and Equilume’s marketing manager, Alyssa O'Neill, as they shed light on the innovative Equilume technology and how it can enhance your horse’s health and performance. In This Episode: What is Equilume? Discover the groundbreaking technology of blue light for horses with an easy-to-understand breakdown. Beyond Breeding: Learn how Equilume benefits not just mares but all horses, enhancing mood, muscle development, and coat condition. Real-World Benef...
Jun 27, 2025•18 min
This British Eventing show hits at the halfway point of the 2025 season with plenty to talk about. From a new collaboration with The Pony Club to mid-season grassroots standouts and insights on the BE stat centre, this episode explores how the sport is evolving and celebrates the riders making it happen. Episode Highlights Pony Club and British Eventing team up to make the sport more accessible for young riders. Shared calendars and local opportunities aim to reduce travel and encourage grassroo...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 3 min
Episode three of Strawmax Stable Chat is here and this time Piggy March is in the hot seat. Join Nicole as she dives into the personal side of one of eventing’s most successful riders. Episode Highlights The best advice Piggy’s ever received and how 10-minutes can clear your head. Dinner party dream guests including a peak into Piggy’s kitchen — from steak and salad to the all-important wine. Who Piggy looks up to outside of eventing Piggy’s most-used emojis Follow the EquiRatings Eventing Podca...
Jun 24, 2025•9 min
In this special episode of When Nicole Met , supported by Littlemax (the sister brand to Bedmax), Nicole sits down with one of eventing’s brightest young stars — Tom Woodward. From a freak leg injury to a breakout Badminton debut and a fairytale win at Bramham, Tom opens up about the ups, downs, and driving ambition behind his rising career. Episode Highlights Tom reflects on how he went from flying under the radar to becoming the under-25 national champion and one of the breakout stars of Badmi...
Jun 20, 2025•42 min
How does a holiday in Sligo turn into a horse ownership journey that leads all the way to Burghley, Rio, and—hopefully—LA 2028? In this episode of Through the Owner’s Eyes, Nicole Brown sits down with longtime owner Peter Cattell to explore the highs, the heartbreaks, and the heart behind nearly two decades in top-level eventing. From watching Mark Todd ride Leonidas II at the Rio Olympics to nurturing one of the sport’s most exciting young horses, MGH Zabaione, this is a story of passion, partn...
Jun 18, 2025•58 min
We’re on the other side of another five-star and what a weekend it was at Luhmühlen 2025. Diarm and Nicole break down all the headlines in this episode supported by FLAIR Strips. From Izilot's win and Laura Collett’s missed milestone, to Cosby Green’s breakthrough and what Sam Lissington’s result means for New Zealand. They tackle the bigger questions - judging ranges, high-performance trends, and whether Australia’s seat at the 'Big Six' table is in danger. Episode Highlights Izilot vs. Graffal...
Jun 16, 2025•55 min
We’re halfway through the 2025 eventing season, and it’s time to take stock. In this jam-packed episode, Nicole is joined by Sam, Spike, and Diarmuid for a full mid-season review. They look back on the standout five-star performances at Kentucky and Badminton, debate the dominance of Graffalo, Chipmunk, and London 52, and get stuck into some of the sport’s biggest questions—from judging controversies to phase influence to what makes a true five-star horse. Expect heated debate, expert insight, a...
Jun 13, 2025•1 hr 18 min
We're straight back into five-star fever with a Luhmühlen Preview Show supported by FLAIR Strips. It is shaping up as a British battle, with London 52 leading the charge for a fourth five-star victory. But can anyone stop Laura Collett's phenomenon? From dressage records to European team implications, this weekend could reshape the summer's storylines. In this episode, Nicole Brown and Diarmuid Byrne break down the favourites and the form heading into one of the most compelling Luhmühlen fields ...
Jun 11, 2025•50 min
It’s one of the biggest weeks in the British eventing calendar – Defender Bramham! Nicole is joined by Saffron Cresswell for an exciting preview of the 4*-L and 4*-S classes, including the under-25 division. They discuss key contenders, young horses on the rise, new course designer changes, and who might be putting their hand up for European selection. Get ready for big predictions, fun facts, and plenty of insider buzz before the action kicks off. Listen for free wherever you usually get your p...
Jun 05, 2025•42 min
In a milestone moment for the sport, Harry Meade joins Nicole and Diarm to reflect on becoming FEI World Number One for the first time in his career. From Midnight Dazzler to his six recent clear inside-the-time rounds across Burghley, Kentucky and Badminton, Harry takes us deep into the mindset, resilience, and team effort that have defined his extraordinary rise. Episode Highlights: Charlie’s Calculations : Harry’s son Charlie explains when he knew world number one was in reach - and why he ke...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 13 min
In this episode, FEI Eventing World Number One Boyd Martin is joined by former World Number Ones Kim Severson and David O’Connor. All three have represented the United States at the highest level and bring decades of insight from what it takes to get to the top to which horses have made it possible. 📌 Episode Highlights: Celebrating a milestone - Boyd Martin as World Number One Kim Severson's golden era David O'Connor's Olympic legacy and the evolution of eventing Boyd's path to world number on...
May 29, 2025•28 min
What do you get when you mix a cloned five-star legend, rising Irish talent, and a four-star field full of firepower? A Millstreet weekend that’s anything but ordinary. In this Connolly’s Red Mills special, Nicole Brown and Sam Watson dig into the data, the drama, and the dark horses. From Chilli Morning IV’s much-anticipated four-star debut to big moves in the race for the Irish national title, it’s an episode that blends analysis, prediction, and a good dose of curiosity. Highlights include: C...
May 28, 2025•42 min
In this episode of When Nicole Met , brought to you by Bedmax, Nicole catches up with 17-year-old Oscar Fitzgerald — calm under pressure, quick to learn, and already making waves on the international circuit. With Supercilious , Our Old Fella , and Moonlight Charmer in his string, Oscar’s got the horsepower — and the hunger — to chase down some serious 2025 goals. From breezing young racehorses to training with legends like Pippa Funnell and William Fox-Pitt, he’s soaking up every bit of insight...
May 20, 2025•31 min
Strawmax Stable Chat is back — and this time, Nicole puts EquiRatings co-founder Diarmuid Byrne in the hot seat. From the life advice that’s shaped how he works and lives to the one skill he really wishes he had (hint: it involves music and weddings), Nicole puts him through his paces with some unexpected prompts. This episode covers a bit of everything — thoughtful moments, surprising confessions, and the kind of honest, off-script honesty that makes Stable Chat what it is. Plus, a big shoutout...
May 16, 2025•9 min
Ros Canter and Lordships Graffalo made history — again. Two years after their first Badminton win, they’re back on top, becoming the first-ever pair to reclaim the title. It was a win that meant a lot, not just to the scoreboard, but to the people behind it. This episode has it all: big moments, bigger reactions, and the little stories that stuck with us. From Colorado Blue’s masterclass to heartbreak for Cooley Rosalent, and from Katie Magee’s breakout to Taylor Mason’s last-minute arrival and ...
May 11, 2025•59 min
It’s Saturday night at Badminton — and we’ve lived every emotion the sport can throw at us. A sellout crowd, a rollercoaster day of cross-country, and a leaderboard stacked with tension heading into the final phase. From Oliver Townend and Cooley Rosalent’s classy round to that breathtaking performance from Ros and Lordships Graffalo, we break down the big moments, surprise packages, and leaderboard shake-ups that have set the stage for a thrilling finale. This episode is jam-packed with special...
May 10, 2025•1 hr 7 min
It’s cross-country day at Mars Badminton 2025 — and the tension is sky-high. With the leaderboard wide open and the going nearly perfect, Diarm and Spike hit record en route to the showground and play a game of Tomorrow’s Headlines Today . From potential game-changers to big questions for the favourites, they make their boldest predictions yet. Will Graffalo rise to the occasion? Can Cooley Rosalent deliver under pressure? And how tight will that 11:40 time really ride? It’s one of the most unpr...
May 10, 2025•34 min
It’s the end of dressage day two at Mars Badminton 2025 — and the leaderboard is taking shape. Today on the Badminton Tour Diaries, Nicole and Diarm catch up on the standout performances so far, including Oliver Townend’s test with Cooley Rosalent taking him into the lead going into Saturday. From shifting averages to judging patterns, they break down what it all means heading into the weekend. We also check in with Eco Voltz rider Joseph Murphy , who reflects on his two rides — including the pr...
May 09, 2025•55 min
It’s Thursday at Mars Badminton 2025, and the stories are already building. In today's Badminton Tour Diaries, Nicole and Diarm catch up on the standout dressage performances from day one — from Tom McEwen’s personal best to Oliver Townend’s score on Ballaghmor Class — and unpack what it means for the weekend ahead. Nicole catches up with Lara de Liedekerke-Meier on her return to Badminton — joined by her husband, coach, trainer and Belgian team chef d’équipe, Kai-Steffen Meier— as they reflect ...
May 08, 2025•1 hr 8 min
Badminton is officially underway — and The 2025 Badminton Tour Diaries are rolling. We’re on-site all week with daily episodes capturing the stories, the people, and the moments you won’t hear anywhere else. Today, Nicole Brown and Sam Watson kick things off from the iconic Badminton House ahead of the first horse inspection — with early thoughts on the field, fresh course insights, and a whole lot of five-star feeling. Plus, hear from Susie Berry on Clever Trick’s return and Jane Hunter-Walsh o...
May 08, 2025•29 min
He’s 19. He’s a four-time Adelaide winner. And now, WillingaPark Clifford has etched his name into five-star history. In a weekend that delivered emotion, legacy, and a touch of heartbreak, Hazel Shannon’s legendary partner reminded the world exactly what makes a champion. Nicole Brown is joined by Sharon Ridgway to relive Clifford’s record-setting triumph, the scenes behind the scoreboard, and the stories that defined the final five-star before Badminton. From the shock elimination of a podium ...
May 06, 2025•14 min
The third five-star in as many weeks is here — and the 2025 Mars Badminton Horse Trials is shaping up to be a classic. The 2025 Mars Badminton Horse Trials is packed with pressure, prestige, and serious horsepower. Big names, big form, and storylines at every turn — from returning champions to rising stars, it’s all on the line. This is your inside look at the contenders, the course, and the stats that could shape the weekend. In this episode, Nicole Brown is joined by Diarmuid Byrne, Spike Mill...
May 05, 2025•1 hr 6 min
With Badminton right around the corner, it’s a big week in British eventing — and this show is full of inspiration, insight, and expert advice. Nicole Brown is joined first by five-star rider and coach Kylie Roddy, who shares her mindset heading into Badminton with SRS Kan Do, plus invaluable tips for grassroots riders preparing for the Lemieux Grassroots Championships or Aspen Cooling BE80 Championships. From sticking to your plan to managing nerves and distractions, Kylie’s perspective is all ...
May 03, 2025•1 hr 2 min
Confidence can take months to build—and seconds to lose. With championship events like Badminton Grassroots and the BE80 Champs on the horizon, this episode of the Grassroots Show, presented by Foran Equine, is all about practical, honest mindset strategies for riders at every level. Nicole is joined by sports psychologist and BE-accredited coach Clare Chamberlayne, who brings a rare combination of expertise: she’s a five-star competitor, a coach, and an owner. Together they explore how to build...
May 02, 2025•38 min
Five-star season hits it's next stop — and this time we’re heading to the other side of the world. It’s Adelaide week, and Nicole Brown is joined by Sharon Ridgway on this Preview Show presented by Equilume, to set the scene for the only five-star in the Southern Hemisphere. From Bold Venture’s long-awaited five-star debut to the tight turns and big atmosphere that define this city-centre cross-country track, they break down what makes Adelaide a true test — and who’s best equipped to take it on...
Apr 30, 2025•45 min
The first five-star of the year is done and dusted — and Michael Jung has officially made history. In this episode, Nicole Brown is joined by Diarmuid Byrne and Annie Bishop to break down all the big stories from the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event: Mickey’s record 5th Kentucky title (6 at the venue), Boyd Martin’s epic weekend with three in the top seven, Harry Meade’s masterclass across the country, and a few warm and fuzzy moments that reminded us why we love this sport. From dressage domin...
Apr 29, 2025•53 min
The wait is over — the Inside Kentucky Preview Show is here. Nicole Brown and Sam Watson set the scene for one of the most competitive Defender Kentuckys we’ve seen in years. The field is stacked, the conditions could shake things up, and the storylines are electric. Can Boyd Martin finally win on home soil with one of the strongest strings he’s ever brought? Will Michael Jung and Chipmunk bounce back in style? And Tim Price and Tom McEwen are quietly turning up the heat in the world number one ...
Apr 23, 2025•1 hr 1 min
Nicole Brown catches up with Alex Bragg in this Connolly’s Red Mills special as he prepares to head to Kelsal Hill. With the lorry being loaded and just enough time for a cup of tea, Alex reflects on a standout 2024 season—third at Badminton, finishing on his dressage score at Burghley, and managing a yard full of rising talent. He opens up about his relationship with the extraordinary mare Quindiva, handling pressure on the biggest stages, and what it means to involve the entire family and team...
Apr 21, 2025•23 min
He’s got 65 international wins, three powerhouse horses, and unfinished business at Defender Kentucky. In this episode of Inside Kentucky , Boyd Martin joins the show to talk about his road to the 2025 five-star — from early wins Down Under to the lessons of a career comeback after hip surgery. With Commando 3, Fedarman B, and Luke 140 all peaking at the right time, Boyd shares what it’s like chasing the dream, building the horsepower, and why Kentucky still feels like home. Plus, hear his unfil...
Apr 18, 2025•24 min
