The Eventing Podcast squad bring you on a weekly, data-fuelled journey through the world of eventing. Previews, reviews and analysis - all supported by EquiRati...
In this latest episode of the Eventing Podcast, we sit down with the inspirational Saffron Cresswell to reflect on her remarkable journey over the past year. Following a life-changing fall at Bramham that left her paralyzed from the chest down, Saffron shares her incredible resilience, her drive to embrace new opportunities, and her plans for the future. Highlights Include: The Road to Recovery: Saffron opens up about her hospital stay, rehab, and the patience she’s learned along the way. Spinal Games Triumphs: Hear how Saffron’s competitive spirit shone through as she explored new sports like wheelchair racing and archery. Eventing Community Support: From visitors to fundraising, Saffron reflects on the incredible solidarity within the eventing world. Looking Ahead: Discover Saffron’s exciting plans for coaching, sports presenting, and maybe even a new athletic pursuit. Guest: Saffron Cresswell is an accomplished rider who has shown extraordinary resilience following her accident at Bramham .Following her accident, she continues to embrace the challenges of recovery and looks ahead to an exciting new chapter in her life. Tune in to hear Saffron’s story —available now on all podcast platforms. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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Red Mills Special: Alice Casburn
In this latest Red Mills Special, we catch up with the talented Alice Casburn to reflect on an incredible season and the lessons learned along the way. With top-10 finishes at Burghley and Luhmühlen this year, Alice has established herself as one of eventing’s rising stars. Highlights Include: Topspin’s Quirks: Meet the homebred star who keeps Alice on her toes, both in and out of the competition ring. The Red Mills Difference: How switching to Red Mills feed has enhanced Spin’s performance and preparation. Looking Ahead: Alice shares her plans for Badminton, Burghley, and the promising young horses she’s bringing up the levels. Guests: Alice Casburn is one of eventing’s brightest young stars, known already for her consistency at five-star level and her natural ability to develop young horses. At just 22, she has already secured top results, including at Burghley and Luhmühlen, and continues to balance ambition with her genuine love for the sport and her horses. Sponsors: Connolly’s Red Mills supports Alice and many top riders in eventing with their range of expertly formulated feeds. Eventing Podcast listeners can enjoy 15% off Foran Equine products with the code EquiRatingsPodcast15. Explore the full collection here. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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Stepping Into 2025
Welcome to a brand-new year of possibilities! Join Nicole as she chats with special guest Aoife Leggett, a life coach and eventing enthusiast, who brings a wealth of insights on setting achievable goals and making sustainable changes for 2025. In This Episode: Goal Setting Deep Dive: Discover the effective "Wheel of Life" tool and how it can help you assess and balance different aspects of your life for a comprehensive outlook on your current situation. Expert Guidance: Aoife shares her journey from eventing to life coaching, offering actionable tips and techniques that cater to equestrians and professionals alike. Sustainable Changes: Learn how to create calm, attainable plans that can truly transform your year without overwhelming you right from the start. Guests: Aoife Leggett is an accredited Life Coach and Breathwork Teacher with over 15 years of experience in the equine industry. Known for her collaborations with renowned names like Cooley Farm, Aoife brings a unique, holistic approach to empowering riders at all levels, from amateurs to five-star professionals. Her expertise lies in enhancing mindset and resilience, helping clients build confidence, manage pressure, and achieve peak performance both in and out of the saddle. Passionate about the equestrian world, Aoife is dedicated to unlocking potential and fostering success. Find out more about Aoife's coaching by clicking here. Instagram handle: @aoifeleggettcoach Website: www.threesixtycoaching.ie Link to Wheel of Life and Goal Setting Tips Downloads: https://www.threesixtycoaching.ie/freeresources EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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Horse of a Lifetime: Best Bits 2024
We have had some amazing guests on the first Horse of a Lifetime series this year so we thought we would revisit some of the highlights from our guests in 2024. You can listen to all the shows below: Ros Canter Lucinda Green Ben Hobday Piggy March Sarah Ennis William Fox-Pitt Bubby Upton Kirsty Chabert Joseph Murphy Laura Collett Sponsors: We're delighted that Agria have come on board as partners of the 'Horse of a Lifetime' series on the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast in 2024. Established over 130 years ago, Agria have been at the heart of the insurance industry for many years but their recently launched Equine Lifetime Insurance has revolutionised the offering available. Agria's commitment to equine welfare and desire to protect your partnership with your horse makes them the perfect partner as we look forward to reflecting with some of the greatest names in the sport, on their horses of a lifetime. This podcast is supported by Agria, the company behind the UK's only lifetime equine insurance. Their mission is to raise the bar on horses' lifelong wellbeing and they offer up to £10,000 of vet fee cover, year after year - for life! Their Horse of a Lifetime campaign celebrates the horses who enrich our lives. To find out more search for Agria Horse of a Lifetime, where you can enter on the Agria website, or catch up with Agria Equine on Instagram and Facebook. For more information and to find out how the Agria team can support you visit Agria Pet Insurance. Agria Pet Insurance Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register Number 496160. Agria Pet Insurance Ltd is registered and incorporated in England and Wales with registered number 4258783. Registered office: First Floor, Blue Leanie, Walton Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7QW. Agria insurance policies are underwritten by Agria Försäkring. Artwork
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The 2024 Christmas Party
It’s that time of year again! Grab a drink, some nibbles (maybe a pork pie on toast), put your feet up, and join the Eventing Podcast team for their annual Christmas party extravaganza. This year, Nicole, Sam, and Diarm are back with all the festive fun, unexpected tangents, and signature banter you’ve come to expect (and love). Expect legendary quizzes, laugh-out-loud moments, plenty of nostalgia, and maybe even some Christmas carol attempts (you’ve been warned). With reflections on the year gone by, predictions for 2025, this is the perfect way to kick off your holiday season. Tune in for free across all podcast platforms 🎅🎁
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.