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Horse People Podcast

Gideon Kotkowski
Mongol Derby
Horse Racing
Horse Riding
Better With A Buckle
Mongolia
Rodeo
Polo
Equestrian Physiology
Strength and Conditioning
Physical Rehabilitation
Equestrian Training
Human Health
Equine Care
Horse Brasses
Horseproperties.net
Wild Horses
Equine Industry
Horses
Victorian Hardware
Alydar

A podcast diving into the stories behind some of the world's everyday equestrians. Horse People weaves a narrative journey about entrepreneurs, professionals, and riders alike, and the stories about the lives they’ve built.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes69Founded4 years ago
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Randy Sarf is an entrepreneur, lifelong horse racing fan, and co-owner of LSU Stables. He's been going to the track since he was five years old, claimed his first horse at 18 with his bar mitzvah money, and has since built a portfolio that includes H... more

Orchid Bertelsen spent the last 20 years building a career that took her from a law firm in DC to the Gucci sales floor, through digital marketing at Nestle, and eventually into private equity, where she now helps beauty brands grow profitably.

A f... more

Susan Friedland is a former middle school English teacher turned equestrian author based outside Chicago, Illinois. She traded the classroom for the page and has since written four books, including her latest, Marguerite, Misty, and Me, a deep dive i... more

This episode features Danielle Henson, Sport Communications Manager at the U.S. Equestrian Federation, equestrian, Louisville native, and the person behind one of the most genuinely useful newsletters in the horse industry: CLICK HERE

She talks abou... more

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Recent Guests

Randy Sarf
Entrepreneur with interests in horse racing, ice cream branding, and media ventures
Hildebrandt Ice Cream; Horse Whisperer Network (media project)
Episode: #69 - Randy Sarf: How Horse Racing Built an Ice Cream Business, a Media Network, and a Life
Orchid Bertelsen
Private equity and former Nestlé executive turned digital marketing and e-commerce strategist, focusing on beauty brands and consumer demand
Independent/Private Equity ecosystem
Episode: #68 - Orchid Bertelsen: Horses, Business, and Building an Audience
Susan Friedland
Author, researcher, and host guest who wrote Marguerite, Misty, and Me
Independent author
Episode: #67 - Susan Friedland: Misty, Marguerite, and the Magic of a Great Horse Story
Danielle Henson
Sport Communications Manager at the USEF, specializing in International Disciplines
United States Equestrian Federation (USEF)
Episode: #66 - Danielle Henson: From Churchill Downs to the USEF, Finding Corporate Work in the Horse World
Chloe Carabasi
Equestrian, actress, model, and social media creator
Independent/Entrepreneur
Episode: #65 - Chloe Carabasi: From Polo to Hollywood Sets - An Equestrian Actor's Journey
Pierce Dargan
Chief Executive Officer of Equine MediRecord
Equine MediRecord
Episode: #64 - Horse Racing: Pierce Dargan, Building and Selling Software for the Horse Industry
Michael Iavarone
Horse owner and investor; diversified into private equity and technology investments; owner of Big Brown and other racehorses
Self / Private equity and horse racing ventures
Episode: #63 - Horse Racing: The (Improbable) story of Michael Iavarone's Rise to a Horse Racing Legend.
Marissa Wells
Professional polo player
OC Polo / personal team
Episode: #62 - Polo: Marissa Wells is a 10 goal handicap!! Hear the story.
Jim Seilsopour
Cowboy, adventurer, and accidental insurance agent
Episode: #61 - Jim Seilsopour's Life on Horseback, A Life Measured in Mares

Host

Gideon
Lead host guiding conversations, introducing guests, and steering discussion

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Best Horse Podcast!!!

    Amazing Podcast!! I’m currently listening and enjoying it all! I love the diversity of all different equestrians in the horse world!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KRD07
    United Statesa year ago
  • Real passion based content

    Gideon's podcast is such a labor of love. The guests he chooses all share his addicting enthusiasm in sharing more About the state of horsemanship today. This type of cross discipline equine and rjder content is sorely needed and I'm thrilled to see how it grows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    shellmasterflex
    United Statesa year ago
  • Gideon Cares

    Gideon is the real deal. He has a deep feel for and keen interest in adventure horses and the people who ride them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FBE654
    United Statesa year ago
  • What a ride

    Great podcast. Love the host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Q Frank
    United States2 years ago
  • So freaking good

    The mongol derby episode makes me feel like I’m there!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fighting.illini.
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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The host asks engaging questions that draw out practical insights for riders and industry pros.
Diverse guest mix and authentic storytelling are consistently praised.
Episodes feel adventurous and deeply connected to horse culture.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#102
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#85
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#211
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#50
Italy/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#90
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#214
Ireland/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#64 - Horse Racing: Pierce Dargan, Building and Selling Software for the Horse Industry
Q: What was the turning point when you realized the business could scale?
The assistant discusses the 2018 launch, traction from high-profile trainers and veterinarians, and later international expansion, culminating in private equity investment after several years of persistence.
#64 - Horse Racing: Pierce Dargan, Building and Selling Software for the Horse Industry
Q: What was the biggest challenge in getting past the early doubts in the industry?
Pierce explains that initial resistance came from a conservative sector; success came from hands-on farm observation, aligning with regulators, and engaging early adopters who clearly saw the benefits, despite ongoing skepticism.
#68 - Orchid Bertelsen: Horses, Business, and Building an Audience
Q: How did Orchid transition from a corporate role to focusing on beauty brands and private equity growth?
She moved after recognizing the value of being close to how brands generate revenue and by leveraging experience in digital marketing to scale demand, eventually joining a growth agency and later private equity.
Episode #43 - Tom Morgan, Founder of the Mongol Derby Talks About How It Started, and What's Next!
Q: What do you hope riders and people watching take away from the Mongol Derby experience?
Tom hopes riders gain resilience and a profound experience, while viewers can find their way to incorporate chaos into their lives.
Episode #43 - Tom Morgan, Founder of the Mongol Derby Talks About How It Started, and What's Next!
Q: How are the horses prepared for the Mongol Derby?
Tom explains that they vet and catalog horses well in advance and work closely with herders to ensure the horses are suitable and trained for the race.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Horse People Podcast

What is Horse People Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A mix of intimate career journeys and big-picture discussions around horses, racing, and horse-centric entrepreneurship. Episodes center on founders, riders, and industry professionals who blend performance, media, and brand-building with deep equestrian passion. Notable threads include turning horse passions into businesses (from racing operations to software and media ventures), storytelling and audience-building in niche equestrian communities, and high-stakes perspectives from world-class trainers, athletes, and industry leaders. The show often features personal resilience, practical advice for breaking into horse-related careers, and creative partnerships that connect fans with the sport through media, branding, and technology. A stand... more

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Recent guests on Horse People Podcast include:

1. Randy Sarf
2. Orchid Bertelsen
3. Susan Friedland
4. Danielle Henson
5. Chloe Carabasi
6. Pierce Dargan
7. Michael Iavarone
8. Marissa Wells

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