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EquiRatings Eventing Podcast

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The Eventing Podcast squad bring you on a weekly, data-fuelled journey through the world of eventing. Previews, reviews and analysis - all supported by EquiRatings' data.
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Episodes

Alphabetti Spaghetti Round 2: The Letter B

Letter B round 2 has everything for you listeners. Diarm is joined by Nicole, Spike and Jenni to talk through the Bs, their favourite brands, bingo and the team's go-to breakfasts. Listen for free across all podcast platforms. This show is kindly supported by Strawmax a healthy, ultra-absorbent and economical equine bedding option for your horse. Find out more here. If you want to listen to more of the fun, laughter and carnage of Alphabetti Spaghetti click below. Alphabetti Spaghetti: The Lette...

Mar 04, 20221 hr 15 min

2022 Preview: Horses to Watch

In the second of the Eventing Podcast, 2022 Preview Shows Nicole, Georgia, Spike and Kitty pick out their Horses to watch this year. Who will win a 5* and what horse do we not know the name of now but we will this time next year? Let us know in the comments. This show is kindly supported by Equilume. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Mar 02, 202249 min

Inside Badminton #2: Rider Insight

Have you ever wondered what it takes to ride around Badminton Horse Trials ? Nicole is joined by former Badminton winners Andrew Nicholson and Pippa Funnell to get an exclusive insight into the event. 2022 hopeful first timers Kylie Roddy and Lauren Innes also share their unique journeys as they build up to their first Badmintons. From how to jump the Vicarage Vee, the affect of the crowds, the intensity of the course and favourite moments, this show has it all. Big thanks to Wellington Riding C...

Feb 28, 20221 hr 8 min

RED MILLS Special: Ian Cassells

Nicole and Sam catch up with the 2021 winner of the RED MILLS OBP league in Eventing Ireland, Ian Cassells. They take a look at what it took to win the league, Ian's introduction into horses and his string for 2022. This show is kindly supported by Connolly's RED MILLS. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Feb 26, 202236 min

Equilume Special: Ella Boyle

Nicole has caught up with Ella Boyle, the Equilume Power Average League winner in Eventing Ireland. She talks us through her accident at the start of the season, the wonderful mare she won the league on and what it means to win the Equilume Power Average League. This show is kindly supported by Equilume, a world leader in the research and development of light therapy solutions to assist the global horse industry in maximizing reproductive efficiency and performance. Listen for free across all po...

Feb 25, 202219 min

2022 Preview: Riders to Watch

In the first of the Eventing Podcast, 2022 Preview Shows Nicole, Rosie, Georgia and Felicity pick out their Rider's to Watch this year. Who will win the World Championships? Who is going to bag their first 5* win? Let us know in the comments. This show is kindly supported by Equilume. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Feb 23, 202256 min

The Hold Box Red Mills Special #2: Common Feeding Conundrums

Are you wondering what to feed your horse that has just come back into work? Is your horse a hot/lively horse? Our own Spike the Vet and Connolly's RED MILLS' Nia O'Malley have the answers, as they guide you through different nutritional scenarios to ensure your horse is in tip-top condition. If you are interested in any of the products mentioned in this show please click on the links below: Horse Care Ultra Cubes Horse Care 10/14 Cubes Horse Care 10/14 Mix PerformaCare Balancer If you have any ...

Feb 21, 202220 min

When Nicole Met... Tamie

"I thought to myself, I have no option but to succeed." The words of one of the most inspirational and hard-working riders in eventing. Nicole has caught up with the US leading Lady Rider of 2021, Tamie Smith, to talk through the challenges she has faced at the start of her career, how it has shaped her as a person and her future eventing plans. This episode is kindly supported by Bedmax Shavings who offer a 100% natural horse bedding developed and made specifically to help you keep your horse h...

Feb 18, 202242 min

Eventing Podcast Classics: Hall of Fame #6 Ian Stark

This classics show is an episode that everyone loved. Nicole is joined by none other than European Champion, Olympic medallist and 5* winner Ian Stark to look back on some of the highlights of an extraordinary career. From the early days, the superstars of his yard, the turning points of his career and what the future holds this is a superb insight into one of the best cross country riders of all time. For more Hall of Fame episodes and to hear from the likes of Lucinda Green, Cpt Mark Phillips,...

Feb 16, 202254 min

Eventing Power Couples take on The Big Valentines Quiz

To celebrate Valentine's day we've coupled up with the USEA for a game of Mr & Mrs! We're putting three couples to the test, Jesse and Georgie Campbell, Doug and Jessica Payne and Giovanni Ugolotti and Kathryn Robinson. Just how well do they know their better halves? Will they still be speaking at the end of the episode? Hit the play button to find out! If you enjoy the show then don't forget to check out the USEA Podcast , available for free across all podcast platforms and hosted by our ve...

Feb 14, 202258 min

Eventing Podcast Classics: RED MILLS Rider Special with Harry Charles

Today's Classics comes from our sister show the, Jumping Podcast. They have partnered up with Connolly's RED MILLS to give you interviews with some of the top riders in the world of Jumping. To kick things off is non-other than London International Leading rider and young star Harry Charles. Take a listen to find out about what is next for Harry and hear about his horses and plans for the future. This episode is kindly supported by Connolly's RED MILLS...

Feb 11, 202245 min

USEA Special: Horse Fitness, Building a Base

With the event season creeping closer, we've got a special episode from the USEA Podcast all about fitness for you! We have two of the best in the business on the show, Irish five-star eventer Sam Watson and FEI veterinarian Tim Randle, to talk about how best to build your horse's base of fitness and how to ramp up to hit peak fitness in time for your season's competition goals. Listen for free across all podcast platforms. Don't forget to click here to subscribe to the USEA podcast if you enjoy...

Feb 09, 202246 min

The British Eventing Show #1: Building a better BE

The EquiRatings Eventing Podcast welcomes the brand new BE podcast series this year. With a new CEO at the helm, BE is making positive changes to safeguard the future of eventing and the podcast keeps members in the loop and allows them to hear from the decision-makers first hand. As the season kicks off, we'll use all our unique EquiRatings insights to look at the horses and riders to watch across the levels, but also bring listeners helpful training tips, big rider interviews and so much more....

Feb 07, 202252 min

Alphabetti Spaghetti Round 2: The Letter A

Strawmax has come to the rescue and saved Alphabetti Spaghetti. Diarm is joined by Catherine, Frankie and Nicole to kick round 2 off with the letter A and in true Alphabetti style, they go down all sorts of rabbit holes. Listen for free across all podcast platforms. This show is kindly supported by Strawmax a healthy, ultra-absorbent and economical equine bedding option for your horse. Find out more here. If you want to listen to more of the fun, laughter and carnage of Alphabetti Spaghetti clic...

Feb 04, 20221 hr 3 min

The Overlander Overview Show #6

If the best horses in the world came together and competed against one another who do you think would win? Sam, Diarm and Nicole have the answer for you. They have put the top 35 horses in the world into the Prediction Centre to find out who would come out on top. Take a listen to hear another fascinating eventing debate. Listen for free across all podcast platforms. This show is kindly supported by Overlander Vehicles....

Feb 02, 20221 hr 10 min

#Future Stars: Heidi Coy

Keep your eyes peeled for this young GB rider. Heidi Coy has had a fantastic 2021 and joins Nicole and Spike to talk through her impressive 4* performances, how she started her eventing career and where she hopes to go in the future. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Jan 31, 202233 min

EquiRatings Special: Introducing HFI

A brand new risk management metric is out and who better to tell you about it than the creators themselves. Georgia Patrick and Sean Murray from the EquiRatings data team, join Sam, Diarm and Nicole to talk you through HFI, the new performance metric that allows riders to track their progress to plan ahead for future events. Take a listen to see how the metric works, what this means for riders and how they can use it to help their performance. Listen for free across all podcast platforms....

Jan 28, 202236 min

Any Question Answered #2

Nicole, Rosie, Kitty and Catherine are back with more answers to your questions. They give you an insight into how they made their way into their careers and what jobs their horses would do if they were human. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Jan 26, 202226 min

Eventing Podcast Classics: Hall of Fame: #3 Mary King

In today's classics episode, Nicole & Catherine talk to one of the most popular riders in Eventing, Mary King. Hear about how she started her career, her top horses and what it is like watching her daughter, Emily, compete at the top level.

Jan 24, 202254 min

Agony Hour #4

Our problem-solving trio are back with 4 issues to fix in today's episode. Take a listen to see how Diarm, Spike and Nicole tackle relationship issues, neighbour issues and a listener who is worried she is spoiling her niece. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Jan 21, 20221 hr 6 min

Looking forward to the big B's with Piggy

Nicole has caught up with the reigning Badminton champion, Piggy March, to look forward to having both Badminton and Burghley back in 2022. Listen to find out why these big five stars are vital to the sport, how Piggy has been spending her winter and to hear all about Piggy TV. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Jan 19, 202234 min

The Hold Box Red Mills Special #1: The Basics of Feeding

Feeding...where you start? We've teamed up with the specialists over at Connolly's RED MILLS to bring you all of the top nutrition tips on The Hold Box with our very own Spike the Vet . First up let's break down the basics of feeding, how to make sure your horse is getting a balanced diet and what you can do to track their progress. If you are interested in any of the products mentioned in this show please click on the links below: Copper-Max Cool 'N' Condition Cubes Karron Oil You can also list...

Jan 17, 202220 min

Any Question Answered #1

You asked and we answered. Nicole, Rosie, Kitty and Catherine are here to answer the questions that you sent in. Find out what non-equestrian sport they would do at the Olympics and what their signature dinner party dish is. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Jan 14, 202237 min

2022, a pivotal year for Eventing?

What is the future of eventing? What could change in 2022? Nicole, Sam, Diarm and Spike have their say on what we might see in 2022, the modern event horse and the role that prize money plays. Listen for free across all podcast platforms. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.

Jan 12, 20221 hr 32 min

A Cup of Tea with.... Bubby Upton

Nicole has caught up with Bubby Upton, the young rider recaps the highs and lows of 2021, her first 5* and talks about some very exciting new horses that have joined her this year. This show is very kindly supported by NAF. If you want to have a cuppa with another top-class rider, click below: A Cup of Tea with.... Caroline Harris A Cup of Tea with.... Laura Collett...

Jan 10, 202227 min

Eventing Podcast Classics: Hall of Fame: #1 Ginny Elliot

Today's Classics show takes you back to the first episode of the EquiRatings Hall of Fame series with the incredible Ginny Elliot. A great professional who created postcards with sponsors names and sought information from other disciplines. She has a list of achievements and a legacy very few have come close to since.

Jan 07, 20221 hr 2 min

A Cup of Tea with....our Giveaway winner!

Nicole talks to Rosie Sharpe, winner of the EquiRatings Big Christmas Giveaway! Find out what it means to Rosie to win, what she is most looking forward to & who she will be taking to the World Championships in Pratoni. Big thanks to everyone who entered the Giveaway and also to the amazing brands who supported it.

Jan 05, 20227 min

Behind Badminton #1: Badminton is Back

This year we will be taking you behind the scenes at Badminton Horse Trials as one of the biggest events in the calendar is back. Nicole speaks to Event Director Jane Tuckwell and Commercial Director Andrew Tucker to gain an exclusive insight as to what is in store for 2022, changes on the horizon and finds out what it is that makes Badminton quite so special. Listen for free across all podcast platforms, make sure you hit subscribe by clicking here ....

Jan 03, 202245 min

Eventing Podcast Classics: New Year, New Targets

We have dug through the archives and thought we would head back to the New Year, New Targets show that was first released on 1st January 2020. Take a listen to Diarm and Sam as they help you set goals for the new year. Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

Dec 31, 202151 min

The Greatest Moments of 2021

As we are soon to wave goodbye to 2021 we thought we would look back at some of the greatest moments of what has been an incredible year of eventing. Nicole, Diarm and Spike talk through their top 3 moments from the atmosphere at Bicton 4*L to Michael Jung's pin at the Olympics there is a real variety of moments. Listen for free across all podcast platforms. From everyone at the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast, we hope you have had a lovely Christmas and a happy New Year....

Dec 29, 20211 hr 12 min
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