What’s it really like to own a horse at the Olympic Games—or to get a call out of the blue asking if you’d like to co-own a future five-star winner? In the first episode of Through the Owners' Eyes, we sit down with Paula and David Evans, the brilliant duo behind some of eventing’s most exciting horses. From Vassily de Lassos’ medal-winning journey with Andrew Hoy to their newest star, Valmy Biats with Emily King, Paula and David share the stories, surprises, and big emotions behind the scenes. Highlights: The unexpected fall that started it all (thanks to the Wobbleberry Challenge!) Buying Vassily de Lassos… then watching him fly around Tryon and Tokyo Valmy Biats and the voicemail that led to a top-class new partnership What it’s like emotionally when your horse is on the world stage Badminton 2025 and why they’re more excited than ever Guests: Paula Evans – Passionate eventing owner and storyteller, co-owner of Vassily de Lassos, Creevagh Cooly & Valmy Biats David Evans – Lifelong eventing supporter, co-owner, and the steady hand behind the scenes Hosted by Nicole Brown This episode is powered by EquiRatings Horse Sales — the data-driven way to find your next superstar. From performance metrics to potential and price, EquiRatings helps take the guesswork out of buying and selling horses. Find out more here. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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Red Mills Special: Tom Rowland and the Build-Up to Badminton
Two horses, one massive goal, and zero interest in playing it safe. Tom Rowland is back on the podcast in this Red Mills Special, with his foot firmly on the gas as he gets ready to head down the road to Badminton—literally (he lives 30 minutes away). With Dreamliner looking to go even better than last year’s top-10 and Quintilius stepping up for his five-star debut, Tom talks fitness, form, and why this year, he’s not crossing the finish line wondering “could I have gone faster?” Highlights: Tuning up two very different horses for five-star Why "safe" isn’t on the game plan this year Mindset, motivation, and the beauty of just showing up Balancing a busy competition yard with big five-star goals Wild hacks, pre-fuel pastes, and a mare with serious opinions Guests: Tom Rowland, Connolly’s Red Mills rider and five-star eventer Hosted by Nicole Brown Sponsors: Connolly's Red Mills are offering 15% off Foran Equine products to Eventing Podcast listeners! Use the code EquiRatingsPodcast15 to receive your discount. View the full collection here. Note this does not apply to the already discounted Pre-Fuel & Refuel combo packs. If you have any other questions regarding feeding click here to ask the Connolly's RED MILLS experts. Special Offer: Purchase a 4.5L Kentucky Karron Oil and get a free Copper-Max syringe — offer running until 27th April! EquiRatings Eventing Podcast: Don't forget to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
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EquiRatings Special: The Power of Data in Horse Sales
In this episode of the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast, we're talking all things horse sales and how data is making the process easier, smarter, and more transparent for riders, owners, and agents. From finding performance potential to understanding what makes a horse a good fit, the EquiRatings Horse Sales Team shares their tips and insights on making the best decisions when it comes to buying your next equine partner. Highlights Include: Maximizing Success & Minimizing Regret – How data-driven decision-making helps riders find the right horse without second-guessing their choice. Performance, Potential & Price – The three key pillars of evaluating a horse, from proven competition records to untapped talent and fair market value. Bringing Clarity to the Process – The difference between EquiRatings’ Complete Search service and their Horse Search Light model, and how each suits different buyers. Real-World Success – Sam Lissington shares her own experience using data to find her latest competition horse, Lucas Stone. Guests: Sam Watson – Co-founder of EquiRatings and International event rider. Sam Lissington – International event rider and EquiRatings Horse Sales team member. Diarm Byrne – Co-founder of EquiRatings and expert in data-driven decision-making. Whether you're looking to buy, sell, or simply understand how data is transforming horse sales, this episode is packed with insights. EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Find out more at equiratings.com/solutions/horse-sales and follow us on Instagram and Facebook!
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The Grassroots Show: Setting your season up for success with Tim Rogers
Big goals, big dreams… and a sport that doesn’t make it easy. In this Grassroots Show episode, presented by Foran Equine, we’re talking all things eventing season planning—from setting the right goals to choosing events that suit you and your horse. Nicole Brown is joined by British Eventing Central Region Lead Coach Tim Rogers, who shares practical, down-to-earth advice for building a season that’s flexible, focused, and fun. Whether you’re aiming for your first international or just want to enjoy the ride, this one’s full of the good stuff. Highlights: Start Smart – Why your first event of the year should be about confidence, not collecting ribbons. Work Back from the Big One – Setting your end goal and building the stepping stones to get there. Train Like You Compete – Bring structure to your schooling, and prep with purpose. Step Down to Step Up – Why moving down a level can be your secret weapon. Know What Works – The power of reviewing past results and making informed decisions. Event Choice Matters – From terrain to course designers, learn how to pick events that play to your strengths. Guest: Tim Rogers – UKCC Level 3 coach, grassroots guru, and the man behind some very smart season plans. 🎧 Listen now and get ready to own your 2025 eventing season. Presented by Foran Equine, part of the Connolly’s RED MILLS family. EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFollow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2025 season on Instagram and Facebook.
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Riders to Watch 2025 presented by Equilume
It’s time to talk riders. With the 2025 season just getting underway, we’re looking beyond the headlines to spotlight the riders set to shape the year ahead. Nicole Brown, Diarm Byrne, and Spike Milligan return to throw down their predictions—from established stars chasing gold to breakout talents building momentum. Who’s peaking at the right time? Who’s flying under the radar? And who could top the world rankings by season’s end? Highlights: Championship Calls – Can Laura Collett finally land individual gold? Could Ros Canter or Yasmin Ingham take the European title on home soil? World Number One Debate – The case for Tim Price, Harry Meade, and a wildcard pick from across the pond (Boyd Martin, anyone?). Depth vs. Brilliance – What really counts when it comes to FEI points, and who’s built the horsepower to stay at the top? Next Gen Watchlist – Introducing the young guns you’ll be hearing a lot more about: Oscar Fitzgerald, Tom Nestor, Izzy Cook, and more. Guests: Nicole Brown – Ready to rein in the chaos and name names. Diarm Byrne – Letting the data do the talking (mostly). Peter "Spike the Vet" Milligan – Weighing in between vet calls and nappy changes. Three categories. Endless opinions. Some risky predictions. This is your front-row seat to the names you’ll be seeing all season long. Presented by Equilume – supporting equine health and performance through innovative light technology. Learn more at equilume.com. EquiRatings Eventing PodcastFollow the EquiRatings Eventing Podcast for more data-led insight, top-tier guests, and everything you need to keep up with the 2025 season on Instagram and Facebook.
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