The countdown is on my friends. It’s going to be an action-packed Best Weekend All Year in 2025, thanks to very big five-stars: the Kentucky Three Day Event and the Kentucky Invitational. We’re talking to the riders hoping to conquer some of the biggest eventing and show jumping tracks in America this month. Thanks for tuning in.

Guests and Links Episode 135:

• Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down Magazine
• Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne Equestrian
• Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel Creek
• Guest: Will Coleman
• Guest: Alex Granato
• Guest: Mary Bess Davis
• Featured Image: Traverse City Horse Shows
• Drink Recipe: Velvet and Vice from Cast & Crew
• Link: Kentucky 5* entry list
• Link: Kentucky Invitational 5* entry list
• Link: Favorite things to do in Lexington
• Product Review: SynChill Pure
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• This episode is presented by: SynNutra (Livello® Sleep), Traverse City Horse Shows, The Vertical from Ecogold (Coupon code: “happyhour” 15% off through April 25) and listeners like you! Thank you to our sponsors!

What makes some ingredients illegal when it comes to supplements and medications and horse showing? This week, we’re talking to a veterinarian on what goes into that process. Spring is here, which means you’re likely inundated with mud, like the rest of us. But don’t fret, we’ve got some tips. Thanks for tuning in...

Guests and Links Episode 134:

• Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down Magazine
• Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne Equestrian
• Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel Creek
• Guest: Dr. Edwin “Ted” Simpson, Founder and CEO of SynNutra Equine
• Guest: Charlotte Jacobs, show jumper
• Featured Image: Traverse City Horse Shows
• Drink Recipe: St. Patrick's Mint Martini (Thanks to Marlene in our Facebook group and Total Wine)
• Link: An update on the new FEI noseband testing protocol
• Link: Game on: USA wins big in the Longines League of Nations Ocala
• Link: Spring is mud season. Here are some tips to manage it
• Product Review: Ecogold + Armatec collab | Coupon code: “happyhour” 15% off through April 25
• Subscribe: The Brief | Heels Down Spark | Donate | Our Patreon
• Join our Facebook Group: Search for “Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Lounge“
• This episode is presented by: Traverse City Horse Shows and listeners like you! Thank you to our sponsors!

Dreaming of the spring horse show season? Us too. This week, we’re sharing our favorite DIY tips to make training tools you can easily use in your home arena. Thanks for tuning in.

Guests and Links Episode 133:

• Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down Magazine
• Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne Equestrian
• Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel Creek
• Guest: Derek Braun, Split Rock Horse Shows
• Guest: Danielle Burgess, Founder of Instagrooms
• Featured Image: Traverse City Horse Shows
• Drink Recipe: Le French
• Link: Pony conformation class drama
• Link: Laura Kraut in the show jumping hall of fame
• Product Review: DIY Training Tools for Your Arena
• Subscribe: The Brief | Heels Down Spark | Donate | Our Patreon
• Join our Facebook Group: Search for “Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Lounge“
• This episode is presented by: Traverse City Horse Shows and listeners like you! Thank you to our sponsors!