Horses in the Morning

The American Horse Council highlights Fairplay, Colorado’s iconic Burro Days, featuring an interview with special events coordinator Kelsey Spryers about the history of pack burro racing, how the event has grown into a major small‑town festival, and the unique personalities and challenges of racing donkeys at altitude. Julie and Emily also explain why the 2026 midterm elections matter to the horse industry, outlining key federal issues the AHC is working on—from the Farm Bill and rural veterinary shortages to guest‑worker access, tax policy, disease preparedness, and public land/trail access—and share practical ways horse people can engage their elected officials and make their voices heard.
HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 4031 –Show Notes and Links:
Your Hosts: Julie Broadway (President) and Emily Stearns (Health, Welfare, and Regulatory Affairs Liaison) of the American Horse Council
Sponsors: Absorbine and Pyranha Fly Spray
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Guest: Kelsey Spryers with Burro Race | Burro Days
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Time Stamps:
06:00 - Kelsey with Burro Race | Burro Days
39:10 - Legislative Update

It’s rescue day on HITM. Christina Rizzutto from Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue joins us to give us an update on the Friesians rescued last year and two drafts that they have up for adoption. Amanda Grace from New Vocations fills us in on how they help the Ex-Racers and you can adopt a cute one called Time to Shoot. Plus, Sarah Welk Baynum tells us a heart warming story from the USEA Championships last weekend. Listen in…
HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 4030– Show Notes and Links:
Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the Geek
Jamie and Glenn's Amazon Store
Title Sponsor: NA
Pic Credit: Gentle Giants and New Vocations
Guest: Christina Rizzutto from Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue, Adopt Poe or Peak
Guest: Amanda Grace from New Vocations Racehorse Adoption, Adopt Time to Shoot
Guest: Sarah Welk Baynum from Chronicle of the Horse
Link: Mighty Blue on the Appalachian Trail
Sponsor: Cavallo Hoof Boots
Sponsor: Spalding Labs Fly Predators Coupon: HRN10 for 10% off your first order.
Additional support for this podcast provided by: My New Horse, Equine Network and Listeners Like You

Time Stamps:
03:45 - Daily Whinnies
13:00 - Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue
28:00 - New Vocations
38:30 - Sarah Welk Baynum

HITM: We are joined by Auditor April Hardeman, who shares her experiences from the World Championships for Driving in Aachen. We also welcome Christian McCormick from Denali Professional Farriery & Rehabilitation, who joins us to discuss the top five things your farrier wants you to know and some Realli BAD Adz. Listen in…
AUDITOR POST SHOW: No post show.
HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 4029 – Show Notes and Links:
Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the Geek
Jamie and Glenn's Amazon Store
Title Sponsor: Purina
Pic Credit: April
Guest: Christian McCormick, Denali Professional Farriery & Rehabilitation
Guest: Auditor April
Spalding Labs Fly Predators Coupon: HRN10 for 10% off your first order.
Additional support for this podcast provided by: RideTV, US Rider, My New Horse, Equine Network and Listeners Like You

Time Stamps:
04:00 - Daily Whinnies
14:30 - Auditor April
22:15 - Christian McCormick
42:40 - Realli BAD Adz

In this episode of The Mustang Journey we chat with trainer Matt French, who shares the remarkable story of his once‑shut‑down $250 Mustang, Navarro, and their journey from rebuilding trust to representing Team USA at the Working Equitation World Championship in Spain. Along the way, they dig into partnership, pressure, training philosophy (“go slow to go fast”), and how Mustangs can be versatile, competitive athletes in any arena. The episode also highlights the upcoming Wild Mustang and Burro Finals in Edinburgh, Indiana, and ongoing efforts to showcase Mustangs on bigger stages.
The Mustang Journey Episode on Horses in the Morning Episode 4028 – Show Notes and Links:
Your Hosts: Danielle Aamodt, Director of Programs and Meg Magsig, Director of Marketing of the Mustang Heritage Foundation
Brought to you by: Mustang Heritage Foundation
Sponsors: Double Devil Wild Horse Corrals, EspañaSILK
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Guest: Matt French
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Lisa joins us as we remember the heart and soul of America, Dolly Parton. Then New York Times Best Selling Author Elizabeth Letts tells us about her new book “Fallen for France” and some mighty weird news. Listen in….
HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 4027– Show Notes and Links:
Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the Geek
Jamie and Glenn's Amazon Store
Title Sponsor: Chewy Equine
Pic Credit: Elizabeth Letts and Wikimedia
Guest: Lisa Wysocky
Guest: Elizabeth Letts, author of "Fallen for France"
Sponsor: Care Credit
Sponsor: Spalding Labs Fly Predators Coupon: HRN10 for 10% off your first order.
Additional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like You

Time Stamps:
01:00 - Dolly Tribute
13:30 - Daily Whinnies
19:30 - Elizabeth Letts
42:28 - Weird News