What do you do when life throws you a curveball and the path you’ve been on isn’t possible anymore? This week on the podcast, I’m joined by Subrina Hobart, whose journey in the show pen took an inspiring turn.

Sabrina started out in the pleasure arena, but when health challenges made riding unsafe, she wasn’t ready to give up her love of horses or showing. Instead, she discovered a brand-new passion in the halter pen.

In this episode, Sabrina opens up about: 💫 Her first steps into the paint horse world 💫 The challenges that made her step out of the saddle 💫 How she found joy, community, and competition through halter 💫 The horses and family moments that continue to inspire her

Behind every winning halter horse program is someone making sure everything runs like clockwork.

In this week’s episode, meet Natasha “Tosh” Bothwell — the right hand to top halter trainer Andy Staton. From sunrise feedings to late-night prep, Tosh shares what it’s really like to work 12–15 hour days at major shows like Congress and the World Show. Hear how Tosh keeps a top program running smoothly at the shows while staying passionate about the halter horse world.

We talk about: ✨ The reality of life as a trainer’s assistant ✨ Balancing horse care, client service & show schedules ✨ Why the behind-the-scenes role is her dream job

This week on the podcast, we’re heading to Australia to meet Melissa Eeles — a respected amateur halter horse exhibitor, breeder, and program builder with a passion for confirmation and class.

From working at the largest equine hospital in the Southern Hemisphere to preserving legendary bloodlines like Statutory and Mighty Awesome, Melissa shares her journey, her breeding goals, and what it’s really like to raise and show halter horses across Australia’s vast and challenging landscape.

✅ How Melissa’s early mentors shaped her halter career ✅ The traits she prioritizes in breeding top-tier horses ✅ The unique challenges (and perks!) of showing in Australia ✅ Her perspective on bloodlines old and new

Meet Ami & Kendall Bennett — a dynamic mother-daughter team who share not just their halter horses, but the road trips, early mornings, late nights, and the heart and hustle that come with this sport.

From Ami’s first halter horse to their current string of champions, their story is one of family teamwork, passion, and balance. You’ll hear how they choose horses with the perfect temperament for kids, the special backstory behind their world show yearling, and how even their riding horse with “quirks” has a place in the show lineup.

* How they got started in halter horses * What it’s like to share horses across generations * Selecting the right trainer-student combo * The sweet, behind-the-scenes stories of their 2025 show string * Tips for making showing a true family affair

Meet Aynslee Gavey: founder of The Arena Admin, a virtual assistant service tailored specifically for horse business owners and western entrepreneurs.

Learn more about:

🔹 How her passion for horses + business mindset led to The Arena Admin 🔹 Why most horse pros need a VA (even if just for an hour) 🔹 The kinds of tasks she takes off your plate 🔹 What makes equine-specific support different

This week, we sit down with Kathy Smallwood of Kathy Smallwood Quarter Horses — a renowned breeder and trainer whose halter babies shine in the pen and leave a lasting legacy.

Hear how Kathy’s passion began at a very young age, how she evolved her program through decades of dedication, and how she’s preparing the next generation of champions for the fall futurities. We talk daily prep, confidence-building in young horses, breeding insights, and what it really takes to peak at the right time.

Whether you're raising your first foal or fine-tuning your show calendar, this episode is packed with practical advice and inspiration.