Join us for an unforgettable episode of "Horse of a Lifetime" featuring the legendary William Fox-Pitt! This special show dives into William's incredible career and the horse that defined it all.

🎙️ Listen as William shares:

• The moment this horse put him on the map.
• The unique challenges and triumphs of their partnership.
• Insights into managing such a talented yet sensitive horse.

William's tales are filled with passion, dedication, and true horsemanship.

Guests:

William Fox-Pitt is one of the world's most successful event riders. With a career that began in his teens, Fox-Pitt has represented Great Britain at numerous international competitions, including the Olympics and the World Equestrian Games. His accolades include three Olympic medals, team silver in 2004 and 2012, and team bronze in 2008.

Additionally, he has won multiple gold and silver medals at the World Equestrian Games. Fox-Pitt is also the rider with the most 5* wins (14). Beyond competing, he contributes to the eventing community through coaching and developing young talents at his training facility in Dorset.

Sponsors:

This podcast is supported by Agria, the company behind the UK's only lifetime equine insurance. Their mission is to raise the bar on horses' lifelong wellbeing and they offer up to £10,000 of vet fee cover, year after year - for life!

Their Horse of a Lifetime campaign celebrates the horses who enrich our lives. To find out more search for Agria Horse of a Lifetime, where you can enter on the Agria website, or catch up with Agria Equine on Instagram and Facebook.

We head back to 2022 to hear all about the incredible Caroline Moore.

Caroline Moore has all the answers for you as she talks through her journey of riding, coaching and owning event horses at the top of the sport.

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🎙️ Dive into the Luhmühlen Review Show! 🌟

Join Nicole and Catherine as they break down the thrilling moments and unexpected twists from the recent European five-star eventing competition at Luhmühlen. This episode is full of insights and exciting discussions, featuring:

🏆 Lara de Liedekerke-Meier's Homebred Victory: Celebrate Lara's incredible win making her the 1st Belgium winner of a 5*.

📈 Rider Placements: Get the scoop on top riders like Tom McEwen, Alice Casburn, David Doel, and more.

🔍 Team Selection: Explore how this show may influence the selection of the final teams for the Olympics.

🎉 Hear from Lara de Liedekerke-Meier: Dive into Lara's win, her preparation strategies, horse selection, and future plans.

Guests:

Lara de Liedekerke-Meier, a distinguished Belgian equestrian, has balanced a robust academic background with a successful riding career. She started riding at seven and excelled academically, earning a BSc in Business Administration and an MSc in Business Sciences from the Institut des Hautes Etudes Commerciales in Brussels.

Lara made her mark by placing 10th at the 2014 Badminton Horse Trials and has consistently represented Belgium in European Championships across all levels. Beyond competing, she trains young horses and manages international events at the Arville estate owned by her family. Married to German international rider Kai-Steffen Meier, Lara continues to be a leading figure in eventing, achieving the highest number of international runs and clear cross-country jumps in 2023.

Sponsors:

Achieve Equine are very kindly supporting our 5* shows this year and are offering all of our listeners a 10% discount code! Use the code PODCAST10 on the Equine Products UK website when purchasing your FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips to receive your discount.

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Sam is back with Rosie for another Ask Sam Anything.

This time he will answer "What stats do you prioritise when picking your Eventing Manager Team?"

If you have a question for Sam we would love to hear from you, send them in via social media or Discord.

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Join us for the next 5* preview!

Nicole, Spike and Catherine dive into both the 4 and 5* at Luhmühlen picking who they think will take the titles this weekend. Tune in as they discuss:

🏅 4* German National Championship

🏅 Olympic Selection for GB, France, NZL and Australia

🏅 Who will win the 5*

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When Nicole Met ... Lara de Liedekerke-Meier

Sponsors:

Achieve Equine are very kindly supporting our 5* shows this year and are offering all of our listeners a 10% discount code! Use the code PODCAST10 on the Equine Products UK website when purchasing your FLAIR Equine Nasal Strips to receive your discount.

Listen for free across all podcast platforms.

This episode is very kindly supported by FLAIR Strips

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As the Olympics are fast approaching we thought we would go back to 2019 to revisit The Greatest Team of the Decade!

Nicole, Sam & Diarm look back at some of the greatest team performances of the decade.

There are a few surprises thrown in as well as a few of the more obvious contenders!

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Join us for an exclusive conversation on the latest When Nicole Met show featuring the legendary Shane Rose!

In this episode, Nicole and Shane delve into the fascinating world of equestrian sports, exploring Shane's journey from an aspiring rider to a top-tier eventer. Tune in as they discuss:

🏅 Career Choices: Discover why Shane chose eventing and the unique opportunities Australia offers in the sport.

💸 Financial Management: Learn about the financial challenges of affording eventing.

🐴 Horse Breeding and Racing: Hear about Shane's journey in racing.

🏆 The Comeback: Hear about Shane's recent injury and his Paris comeback

Guest:

Shane Rose is an accomplished Australian equestrian who has competed in multiple Olympic Games, securing his legacy with three medals. Shane began riding at five years old at the Forest Hills Pony Club and has sustained a lifelong commitment to the sport. His Olympic successes include team silvers at the Beijing 2008 and Tokyo 2020 games, and a team bronze at the Rio 2016 Olympics. Shane is also a familiar face at major international competitions like the World Equestrian Games, where he consistently represents Australia. Based in New South Wales, Shane not only competes but also manages Bimbadeen Park, a horse training facility he runs with his wife, Niki.

Sponsors:

This show is very kindly supported by Bedmax.

If you want to listen to more When Nicole Met… check out some of our older episodes below.

When Nicole Met... Joseph Murphy

When Nicole Met ... Lara de Liedekerke-Meier

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Horse of a Lifetime continues and this time we chat to Sarah Ennis. She shares the captivating journey of Horseware Stellar Rebound, a.k.a. "Rocket" - the horse that not only captured the public's imagination with his zest and extravagant ways but also led Sarah to individual and team triumphs.

From humble beginnings to overcoming challenges with unwavering determination, Rocket's story is a testament to the power of partnership and resilience.

Guests:

Sarah Ennis is a prominent Irish event rider known for her exceptional talent and dedication to the sport of eventing. With a career spanning over several years, Ennis has established herself as a force to be reckoned with on the international circuit.

She has represented Ireland in numerous competitions, including the European Championships and the World Equestrian Games, where she has consistently delivered top performances. Ennis is celebrated for her skillful riding, strategic approach to courses, and the strong partnerships she forms with her horses. Beyond competition, she is also recognized for her contributions to the training and development of young riders and horses in Ireland, making her a respected figure in the equestrian community.

Sponsors:

This podcast is supported by Agria, the company behind the UK's only lifetime equine insurance. Their mission is to raise the bar on horses' lifelong wellbeing and they offer up to £10,000 of vet fee cover, year after year - for life!

Their Horse of a Lifetime campaign celebrates the horses who enrich our lives. To find out more search for Agria Horse of a Lifetime, where you can enter on the Agria website, or catch up with Agria Equine on Instagram and Facebook.