In this National Reining Horse Association episode, listen in as we step into the heart of reining’s biggest stage. We’re taking a deep dive into the runs, riders, and bloodlines that defined the 2025 NRHA Futurity. Ride along as we spotlight two Futurity champions —unpacking their preparation, training philosophy, standout moments in the pen, and the stories that powered their climb to the top. Get an inside look at what it truly takes to shine in one of the most competitive arenas in the sport...
Dec 11, 2025•31 min•Ep. 3834
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, listen in as we take you straight into the heart of the 2025 NRHA European Derby. You’ll hear directly from the champions themselves—what fueled their ride to the top and what’s next on their competition schedules. Then, hear from NRHA Corporate Partner Bur Oak Sports Medicine and Lameness on the intricacies of treating and maintaining reining athletes. From a seasoned legend of the reining arena to a rising competitor already turning heads, th...
Nov 13, 2025•38 min•Ep. 3815
We hear from the organizers of the Calgary Stampede and Exhibition, which in 2025 held an NRHA-approved event for the first time. Then, as we prepare for the NRHA Futurity, walk with us through NRHA history with NRHA Vice President Casey Hinton as he takes us back to where it all began. Listen in... Guests and Links: Hosts: Christy Landwehr and Samantha Oldfield Photo Credits: David Benard and Caey Hinton Guest : David Benard from the Calgary Stampede Guest: Casey Hinton, Vice President of the N...
Oct 09, 2025•47 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode listen in as the 2025 Run for a Million Champion Arnaud Girinon and the Open Shootout Champion Andrea Fappani talk about their horses, their runs and their journeys in the sport of reining. Guests and Links: Hosts: Christy Landwehr and Samantha Oldfield Photo Credits: Arnaud Girinon, The Run for a Million and Andrea Fappani, Cam Essick Guest: Arnaud Girinon | Facebook Guest: Andrea Fappani Visit the NRHA Chapters: 07:24 – Arnaud Girinon 23:25 – ...
Sep 11, 2025•49 min•Ep. 3772
We hear from leaders of the Interscholastic Equestrian Association and the Intercollegiate Horse Show Association to find out what youth from these programs have gone on to become great riders in NRHA. This show is sponsored by Bluebonnet Feeds to we will also be diving into some equine nutrition advice. The Right Here is Reining Podcast for August 2025: Hosts: Christy Landwehr and Samantha Oldfield Thanks to our title sponsor: Bluebonnet Feeds Pic Credit: IEA, NRHA, Bluebonnet Guest: Roxanne Du...
Aug 14, 2025•1 hr 5 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode listen in to hear NRHA Professional Casey Deary chat about his winning run and learn more about an equestrian coaching product brought to you by CEECOACH. HORSES IN THE MORNING EPISODE 3730: Hosts: Christy Landwehr and Samantha Oldfield Thanks to our title sponsor: CEECOACH , use code NRHA at check out for 15% off Guest: Catie Hoofnagle of CEECOACH Guest: Casey Deary of Deary Performance Visit the NRHA Takeaways: This episode features an insight...
Jul 10, 2025•40 min•Ep. 3730
In this National Reining Horse Association episode listen in to hear Kim Muehlstaetter chat about her journey as last year's NRHA Derby Non Pro Co-Champion and find out more about how the Bob's Custom Saddles that are awarded at this prestigious show are made. Listen in... HORSES IN THE MORNING EPISODE 3711: Hosts: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger Sponsor: Visit the NRHA Guest: Garrett Morris of Bob's Custom Saddles Guest: Kim Muehlstaetter Takeaways: We delve into Kim Muehlstaetter's remarkab...
Jun 12, 2025•37 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode listen in to hear from two NRHA Professionals of the year, Yonathan Baruch and Julia Roshelli. HORSES IN THE MORNING EPISODE 3687: Hosts: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger Sponsor: Visit the NRHA Guest: Yonathan Baruch of Baruch Reining Horses Guest: Julia Roshelli Takeaways: This podcast episode highlights the commencement of the National Reigning Horse Association's monthly episode on Horses in the Morning, emphasizing the vibrant equine comm...
May 08, 2025•33 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode listen in to hear from two international NRHA Professionals and their journey to train reining horses in the United States. Listen in... HORSES IN THE MORNING EPISODE 3666: Hosts: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger Sponsor: Visit the NRHA Guest: Cira Baeck of Cira Baeck Reining Horses Guest: Leonardo Kellerman...
Apr 10, 2025•34 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, listen in to hear In this National Reining Horse Association episode, listen in to hear from two top NRHA Professionals of 2024. Listen in.... Episode 3646 Links: Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Jason Vanlandingham Guest: Nico Sicuro...
Mar 13, 2025•31 min
For today's monthly NRHA episode of Horses in the Morning, Christy and Sara are joined by Luke Milholland, CEO of Vault Wealth, discussing his journey from the horse world to finance and offering key financial planning tips. Then, immigration attorney Will Velie explains the visa process for the equine industry, covering different visa types, application procedures, and common mistakes. Tune in for insights on both personal finance and navigating immigration in the horse industry. Episode 3626 L...
Feb 13, 2025•43 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, listen in for more memories from the 2024 NRHA Futurity and hear from a top NRHA breeder who is there from the start! Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Susi Hutchins , photo credit Cam Essick Guest: Kole Price , photo credit Impulse photography Time Stamps 5:45 - Susi Hutchins 20:52 - Kole Price...
Jan 09, 2025•37 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode we will hear from the NRHA Level 4 Open Futurity Champion Kaci O'Rourke, the outgoing NRHyA President, and Anderson Bean Boot Company. Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Kaci O'Rourke Guest: Aubree Leyva Guest: Paul Patterson, Anderson Bean Time Stamps 05:33 - Kaci O'Rourke 25:21 - Aubree Leyva 33:00 - Paul Patterson...
Dec 12, 2024•44 min
The NRHA Futurity and Adequan North American Affiliate Championships are from November 25 - December 7 in Oklahoma City. Join us today to hear about some of the events which make this event so special to the reining community. Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Steve Ross Guest: Ashley Baller Guest: Ava Welman...
Nov 14, 2024•45 min
Find out what happened during the incredible reining action at the American Quarter Horse Congress during the NRHA and All Star Reining Stakes classes. Tune in to learn more about the horses and riders that made it happen. Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Justin Billings Guest: Mandy McCutcheon Guest: Karen Shedlauskas...
Oct 10, 2024•37 min
From the World Youth Reining Cup to the NRHA Markel Sales at the Futurity, listen in to hear the fun ways that reining is promoting the equine industry. Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Angie Honeywell Guest: Ava Bush Time Stamps: 07:33 – Ava Bush 17:16 – Angie Honeywell...
Sep 12, 2024•24 min
In this Reining Podcast Episode we will be getting a behind the scenes tour of the iconic Four Sixes Ranch and finding out more about their breeding programs and stallions and then visiting with Toyon Ranch who focuses not only with quality stallions but amazing mares. Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Dr. Nathan Canaday, 6666 Ranch Guest: John Tague, Toyon Ranch Time Stamps: 09:00 – Dr. Na...
Aug 08, 2024•48 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode we will chat with our NRHA Derby 2024 Level 4 Open Champion Cade McCutcheon and our 2024 Level 4 Open Reserve Champion Trevor Dare. Listen in... Horses in the Morning NRHA Episode 3473 Links: Link to sound file for the hearing impaired Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Trevor Dare | Facebook Guest: Cade McCutcheon | Instagram Time Stamps: 0...
Jul 11, 2024•34 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode will we take a deep dive into the nuances of how to get an amazing reining back up on your horse with NRHA Professional Brandon Brant and NRHA Judge and Trainer Craig Schmersal. Listen in... Horses in the Morning NRHA Episode 3453 Links: Link to sound file for the hearing impaired Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Craig Schmersal | Website ...
Jun 13, 2024•41 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, we find out more from Jim Kiser, the owner of Kiser Arenas, on how to get your arena dirt perfect for you and your horse sport. We will chat with Taylor Zimmerman our NRHA Derby Freestyle Champion from last year and Gina Marie Schumacher our 2023 Derby Non Pro Champion to find out more about what to expect at the event this year. Listen in.... Horses in the Morning NRHA Episode 3428 Links: Link to sound file for the hearing impaired Hosts of th...
May 09, 2024•44 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, we are going to learn more about our Rookie Reiner program and how you can get involved after you do our Green Reiner program. Episode 3406 Links: Link to sound file for the hearing impaired Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Rayne Anderson Guest: Christine Loper Photos provided by Christine Loper and NRHA media team Time Stamps: 04:52 - Ra...
Apr 11, 2024•27 min
In this NRHA Reining podcast, we will chat about how to get to utilize the NRHA Novice Horse division. We will chat with NRHA Professional and 2023 NRHA World Champion Peter DeFreitas to find out more. We will also have our new NRHA Commissioner on the show Billy Smith to discuss the direction that the NRHA is headed. Episode 3386 Links: Link to sound file for the hearing impaired Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Ho...
Mar 14, 2024•34 min
In this National Reining Horse Association Reining podcast, we will be chatting about how to get involved in reining with the NRHA Green Reiner Program that is sponsored by Classic Equine. We will chat with NRHA Judge Ann Salmon Anderman and Non Pro Rider Allison Thorson to find out more. This NRHA Reining podcast episode is sponsored by EC Pro so we are excited to have founder Jamie Arnold and Russell Daws on to discuss this program. Listen in…. Episode 3361 Links: Link to sound file for the he...
Feb 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 3361
In this National Reining Horse Association Reining podcast, we will have the opportunity to chat with our 2023 Futurity winners Lane Colston and Brian Bell. This is the largest reining competition in the world and had nearly $3 million in prize money! Listen in…. Episode 3341 Links: Link to sound file for the hearing impaired Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Lane Colston Guest: Brian Bell...
Jan 11, 2024•49 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, we will chat with NRHA Corporate Partner CINCH Jeans and Classic Equine —both of which have been NRHA Corporate Partners for 25 years! We will also talk with incoming executive committee member, NRHA Judge and Professional Sebastian Petroll. Episode 3323 Links: Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Cassandra Nichols Guest: Sebastian Petroll Gu...
Dec 13, 2023•38 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, we will chat with Casey Deary past NRHA Futurity Champion and Frank Costantini past NRHA President and currently with Markel insurance who sponsors the Sale that takes place at the Futurity each year. Listen in.... Episode 3303 Links: Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Casey Deary Guest: Frank Costantini Time Stamps: 6:32 – Casey Deary 21:4...
Nov 09, 2023•48 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, we will be diving into the reining run down and sliding stop with NRHA judge Van Luse and NRHA Professional Josh Crawley. Episode 3284 Links: Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Van Luse Guest: Josh Crawley Time Stamps: 6:32 – Van Luse 21:49 – Josiane Gauthier...
Oct 12, 2023•39 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, we will discuss the nuances of the spin and how to train your horse one step at a time to achieve it with NRHA Judge Hoot Bricker from Pennsylvania and NRHA Professional Josiane Gauthier from North Carolina. Listen in.... Episode 3264 Links: Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Hoot Bricker Guest: Josiane Gauthier Time Stamps: 8:13 – Hoot Bri...
Sep 14, 2023•50 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode, we will dive into a specific maneuver in the reining pattern of the large and fast circles, the small and slow circles and the lead change with NRHA Professional Shane Brown and NRHA Judge Drake Johnson. Listen in.... Episode 3244 Links: Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Drake Johnson Guest: Shane Brown Link to sound file for the hearing i...
Aug 10, 2023•58 min
In this National Reining Horse Association episode; Coming off of an exciting 6666 NRHA Derby presented by Markel, learn more about youth programming, scholarships and opportunities through the National Reining Horse Youth Association Past Vice President Grace Wilson and current NRHyA President Adrianna Runzo. Episode 3224 Links: Hosts of the NRHA Monthly Episode: Christy Landwehr and Sara Honegger of the NRHA Title Sponsor: National Reining Horse Association Guest: Grace Wilson, Piedmont Airlin...
Jul 13, 2023•47 min
