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Horse Show BestieAuthor: Crysta Brown
Come hang out with Crysta Brown, a APHA and AQHA All-Around horse trainer, and Scott Cooper, her favorite amateur sidekick, as they spill the tea on the all around Quarter Horse and Paint Horse world. Crysta brings the trainer tips and insider know-how while Scott keeps it real with the amateur perspective. Together they share the wins, the flops, the laughs, and all the behind-the-scenes moments that make horse showing such a ride. If you can't get enough of chatting with your besties in the stalls or in the stands, this podcast is your new happy place. Language: en Genres: Hobbies, Kids & Family, Leisure, Pets & Animals Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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Social Media, Western Pleasure, and Saving the Industry with Taft Dickerson
Tuesday, 10 November, 2026
We're talking all things horse training, social media, show ring strategy, and the ever-complicated relationship between trainers and amateurs with Taft Dickerson!Taft shares his journey through the horse industry, why social media has become such a valuable tool for trainers, and what he's learned from balancing life as both a competitor and a coach. We get into the realities of teaching non-pros, what makes someone successful in the show pen, and why sometimes the best lessons come from making a few mistakes along the way.We also get into the Western Pleasure conversation. You know the one. From public perception and educating the outside world to understanding how judges evaluate a horse, we talk about what actually makes a good pleasure horse and why showcasing your horse's strengths matters more than trying to fit every horse into the same little box.Plus, we're talking young horse prospects, the importance of communication between trainers and amateurs, creating better educational content, and why the future of our industry depends on working together instead of working against each other.Basically, there's a LOT to unpack. Grab your iced coffee. This one's a good one!In This Episode:Building a social media presence that actually means something for your businessThe balancing act of being a trainer, competitor, and coachWhat separates successful riders in the show penWhy making mistakes is part of becoming a better horsemanWhat to look for when evaluating a young horse prospectThe Western Pleasure conversation and changing public perceptionWhy understanding your horse's strengths matters in the show penThe art (and sometimes struggle) of coaching amateur exhibitorsHow trainers and amateurs can communicate betterThe importance of education, collaboration, and giving back to the industryWhy traditional classes might be having a moment againSupport Our Sponsors:NAC Equine : www.nac-equine-services.comCrysta Brown Horsemanship: www.cbhorsemanship.com
