Molly Hughes Bravo: Portuguese pride, Irish heart, and HHS talent
Today’s episode was recorded back in February at the Sunshine Tour, and to keep those sunny vibes going, we’re bringing you a brilliant young rider flying the flag for Portugal.She rides for Portugal, but with her deep Irish roots, she’s equally at home in Kilkenny. Today we are bringing you the incredibly talented Molly Hughes Bravo. Growing up surrounded by horses in her family’s Hughes Horse Stud, Molly has lived and breathed this sport from day one. She’s already made her mark in ponies, and now she’s working with a determination that’s impossible to ignore.In this episode, you’ll hear about her journey, her unique Irish-Portuguese identity in the sport, and the family that shaped her. Most importantly, you’ll get to know Molly as the bright, hardworking, and warm person she is - someone we know deserves to be in the spotlight.Trust us, you don’t want to miss this conversation !
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Seamus Hughes Kennedy: The Rhythm of Patience, the Eye of a Horseman, the Future of Team Ireland
Over the past few weeks, one young rider has been turning heads in the world of showjumping. He’s Irish, incredibly talented, and right now he’s shining bright on the 5* stage. We’re talking about none other than Seamus Hughes Kennedy.Since we recorded this episode back in Geneva, Seamus has made his Nations Cup debut at the 5* level — and within just a few weeks, he jumped double clear in the Grand Prix of Rome, double clear in the Nations Cup of La Baule, and followed it up with brilliant rounds in Rotterdam.Thanks to this streak of top performances, he’s officially been selected to represent Ireland at the Senior European Championships. It’s a massive milestone, and such a well-deserved one.In this episode, Seamus takes us back to where it all began — The Irish countryside on his sister’s wild pony — and how that start led to the world’s biggest showjumping arenas. He also shares what’s clearly a huge part of his success: his family and loved ones. If you’ve been to a show, you’ve definitely seen them — warm, passionate, and always by his side.With all the great work Seamus has done recently, we couldn’t resist asking Irish Chef d’Équipe Michael Blake what he thought. As he puts it, “Seamus is intelligent and talented, and Rocky is a freak.” So buckle up — this is just the beginning for this incredible duo.And as we always say on this podcast, our goal is to get to know the person behind the rider. Despite all the recent success, Seamus remains so humble, grounded, and kind. down-to-earth.
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Jules Orsolini: French Showjumping Excellence with a Vision Beyond the Saddle
We recorded this episode in Geneva with someone we’re really excited about: Jules Orsolini. He’s our first French guest recorded in English, and he just happens to be the reigning European Young Rider Vice-Champion.He’s one of those young riders who are equally driven in and out of the ring. He’s as passionate about basketball as he is about showjumping, he studies business at university alongside his riding, and he’s thinking beyond the arena. In this episode, Jules opens up about what it means to represent France, to join the Young Riders Academy, and to balance sport with studies and other passions. We say this often, but it’s true: we want to meet the person behind the rider. And today, you’ll get to know Jules. He is ambitious, sharp, and not afraid to carve out his own path.Today, we’re kicking off something special. This is the very first episode of our Young Riders Academy series. If you’ve been listening for a while, you know that many of our past guests have come through this prestigious program, supported by Rolex. It’s more than an academy—it’s a launchpad for future champions. So, we thought it was time to turn the spotlight on the newest members of the 2025–2026 class.
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Géraldine Straumann: Switzerland’s Brightest Young Talent, Rising with Heart and Humility
This episode marks the first of our special Geneva specials, and who better to kick things off than the future of Swiss show jumping herself? Yes, you heard that right. At just 20 years old, she made her 5* Nations Cup debut in Calgary, arguably the toughest show on the calendar. Today, we're joined by Géraldine Straumann.In this episode, you’ll get to know Géraldine: her incredible journey so far, how she met her dream horse, the iconic Long John Silver, she also shares the important role her family plays in her career, the decision to leave Switzerland and join the Schou Stables, and, of course, a series of memorable anecdotes that have shaped her path.As always, what matters most to us is getting to know the person behind the rider. And Géraldine? She’s truly one of the kindest, most thoughtful people we’ve had the pleasure of speaking with: curious, open-minded, and always eager to learn.We had such a great time recording this episode with her, and we’re sure you’re going to enjoy it just as much.
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Leonie Böckmann: Smart & Sharp, German Precision Meets Girl Boss Energy
We’re bringing you this episode from sunny Spain, recorded during the Sunshine Tour—and on Valentine’s Day, no less!This one’s extra special because we were joined by our very first German guest: the fun, refreshingly real, and seriously talented Leonie Böckmann.Leonie made her 5* Nations Cup debut just last year, and trust us—the red jacket suits her very well, and we have a feeling she’ll be wearing it a lot more in the future!From the moment we sat down with her, it just clicked. She’s so down-to-earth and genuine. We talked about everything from her family’s deep roots in the sport to how she approaches life both in and out of the saddle!Beyond being an incredible rider, Leonie brings such an inspiring energy and stays true to herself in a world that can sometimes feel intense and fast-paced. Sharing this moment with her was a lot of fun but also inspiring!
Welcome to Beyond The Stables! The multilingual podcast that bridges the gap to Showjumping's NextGen. We are Olivia and Alysée, a dynamic duo hailing from diverse corners of the globe – Cuba, Germany, Spain and Mauritius. Embark on a journey with us as we delve into the extraordinary lives of young riders with big dreams. Our exclusive insights, captivating interviews, and behind-the-scenes stories will transport you into the heart of the equestrian world. Where we bring you the thrilling highs, the challenging lows, and the unwavering passion that define our sport.
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