The Plaidcast is a weekly equestrian podcast hosted by Piper Klemm, PhD, publisher of The Plaid Horse magazine. Guests include Olympic riders, top hunter/jumper and equitation riders, trainers, horse show managers and industry insiders, plus in-depth conversations on topics such as horsemanship, collegiate riding, the state of our sport and horse show how to’s for riders at every level. One episode each month is devoted to the mental side of riding with nationally recognized mental skills coach and author Tonya Johnston (Inside Your Ride).
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504. Lila Kilby, Kat Markham, and Baslam Mountain Preserve in Person
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Lila Kilby is the Equestrian Director at Balsam Mountain Preserve, a 4,400-acre private residential community in Sylva, North Carolina, set amid the Blu
Aug 28 1 h 14 min
503. 2026 Gladstone Cup Equitation Champion Emi Richard
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Emi Richard is a top junior hunter/jumper and equitation rider from Middlefield, Connecticut, competing out of Zone 1. At 16, Emi Richard has accomplish
Aug 21 31 min
502. Plaidcast in Person from Spy Coast Farm- Dr. Michele Frazer, DVM, Berry Porter, & Eleanor Rudnicki
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Dr. Michele Frazer, DVM, is a board-certified equine veterinarian at Hagyard Equine Medical Institute in Lexington, Kentucky — one of the world's o
Aug 13 1 h 28 min
501. Tonya Johnston's Inside Your Ride with Hailey Enyon and Sophia Donald by Taylor Harris Insurance Services
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Tonya Johnston, Mental Skills Coach speaks with researcher Janet Jones, Ph.D. about her new book, A Horse's World: A Neuroscienti
Aug 7 49 min
The 500th Anniversary Live Episode!
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Emily Elek is one of the most respected and prolific figures in American pony hunter sport — a trainer, breeder, and program builder whose Stonewall Pon
Jul 31 1 h 47 min
499. Plaidcast in Person- HorseGrooms' Dinette Neuteboom Live from Hartford, Connecticut
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Read about Dinette here: https://online.fliphtml5.com/kcndc/hvwa/#p=1
Dinette Neuteboom is a Dutch-born equestrian professional, writer, and educator,
Jul 24 1 h 21 min
498. Shelby Dennis, Equine Welfare Advocate
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Shelby Dennis is an acclaimed professional horse trainer, equine advocate, International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants (IAABC) certified eq
Jul 17 57 min
Plaidchat: The Five-Dollar Horse + My Show Strides Activity Book
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The Five-Dollar Horse by Ellen Feld
A boy, a horse, and an impossible dream...
When the school bully started teasing Drew Anderson, the young boy foun
Jul 13 49 min
494. US Center for Safe Sport CEO Benita Fitzgerald Mosley
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Benita Fitzgerald Mosley
Olympic gold medalist Benita Fitzgerald Mosley is the CEO of the U.S. Center for SafeSport. An established international leade
Jul 10 27 min
493. Dr. Erica Lacher, DVM, Equine Veterinarian and Owner of Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic
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Dr. Erica Lacher is an equine veterinarian and the owner of Springhill Equine Veterinary Clinic in Newberry, Florida, near Gainesville. With more than t
Jul 7 48 min
Inside Your Ride with Tonya Johnston
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Thank you so much for joining us today on the Plaidcast. This podcast is a labor of love, and every single episode exists because of
Jul 3 1 h 09 min
Plaidcast: Olivia Ferro, trainer and author of lowercase
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Olivia Ferro is a 24 year old author, equestrian, producer, and writer based in the United States. She describes herself as an author and equestrian who
Jun 29 55 min
Amy Dragoo
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Amy Dragoo has been shooting the Kentucky Three-Day Event for over 24 years, and she's been a photographer for Practical Horseman for more than 30
Jun 26 40 min
Plaidchat: Dr. Clair Thunes on Beet Pulp & Sonja Ochadlik on Purchasing Expectations
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Dr. Clair Thunes, PhD is an equine nutritionist and the founder of Clarity Equine Nutrition®, bringing over 35 years of hands-on experience as a horse o
Jun 22 1 h 11 min
490. The Devon Horse Show Amateur Owner Champions- Martha Ingram, Melissa Jacobs & Stephanie Danhakl
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Piper interviews the Amateur Owner Hunter Champions at The Devon Horse Show 2026- Stephanie Danhakl, Martha Ingram, & Melissa Jacobs.
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Jun 19 57 min
The Plaidchat: USHJA Programs Amy Center (EAP) & Megan Thiel (Zone Jumper Championships)
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The MZ Farms/USHJA Emerging Athletes Program (EAP) is a development initiative run by the U.S. Hunter Jumper Association to help up-and-coming riders bu
Jun 15 55 min
Tonya Johnston's Inside Your Ride with Janet Jones, PhD, by Taylor Harris Insurance Services
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Tonya Johnston, Mental Skills Coach speaks with researcher Janet Jones, Ph.D. about her new book, A Horse's World: A Neuroscientist's Journey
Jun 12 1 h 04 min
The Plaidchat: The Black Stallion Reading Project & the USEA TEAPRO Grant
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In this week’s Plaidchat, we welcome guests from two unique corners of the horse world, plus a Trainer Tuesday segment with Eric Chapman.
First, Nancy
Jun 8 51 min
Plaidcast in Person at Savannah College Art & Design with Archie Cox
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Recorded live at the Savannah College of Art and Design
Piper is joined by National Horse Show Hall of Fame Horsemen Archie Cox for a live discussion w
Jun 5 1 h 32 min
The Plaidchat: Tina Silva & Lizzie Rinehart
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Tina Silva is the founder of Equestrian Safety Group and Executive Director of Devil Dog Ranch. A former Lieutenant in the fire service, she brings real
Jun 2 37 min
Chart positions
Where The Plaidcast ranks today in each Apple Podcasts chart (US, Sep 3, 2026).
A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.
A fantastically hosted podcast which gives an in-depth look into multiple facets of the industry. Piper does a great job interviewing top professionals which gives those who may not have the resources to access their training a way to still gain knowledge and hear their insight on so many different topics. Highly suggested to any equestrian who wants to grow their knowledge!
That_hunterjumper · May 2025
I was so excited to discover the Plaidcast. With its engaging interviews, insightful commentary, and deep love for the sport, it strikes the perfect balance between entertaining and educational. The host does a fantastic job bringing in top riders, trainers, and industry professionals to share their stories and advice, making it feel like you’re part of the conversation. I always come away inspired and more connected to the equestrian community. Highly recommend!
Busterelhorse · Mar 2025
The Plaidcast delivers incredible deep dives into the equestrian world, blending expert interviews with practical advice. Each episode offers valuable perspectives from top riders, trainers, and industry professionals, making it a rich resource for both seasoned equestrians and enthusiasts like myself. Piper’s ability to distill complex topics into engaging and accessible discussions ensures that listeners come away with actionable insights and a deeper appreciation of the equestrian sport. The production quality from the show’s producer is top-notch, and keeps listeners engaged throughout.
HorseshowHusband · Jun 2024
Deep conversations that get to the heart of concepts, issues and ideas in the equestrian world. My favorite part though? I walk away feeling included in this sport, and I feel like a smarter horsewoman.
TorTor101512 · Dec 2022
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