
Welcome to the International Society for Equitation Science (ISES) podcast, where we delve into matters related to horse welfare, training, and the horse-rider relationship. As a not-for-profit organisation, ISES is dedicated to promoting research in equitation science to improve the lives of horses. Our podcast engages with diverse members of the equine community, including academics, practitione... more
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 42 | Founded | a year ago |
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| Category | Education | ||||

In this episode, Erica Cheung explores her PhD research discovering how equestrians perceive and navigate horse welfare, drawing on interviews that reveal the complex role of culture, tradition, authority and cognitive dissonance in shaping everyday ... more
This episode explores a research paper surveying Canadian riding lesson facilities to understand how lesson horses are managed and the challenges of maintaining welfare.
Caleigh Copelin and Dr Katrina Merkies discuss findings showing that while hor... more
In this episode, we explore new research on using facial expressions and artificial intelligence to identify emotional states in horses, moving beyond pain detection to include states like anticipation, frustration, and disappointment with Dr Claire ... more
In this episode, Dr. Barbara Murphy discusses equine chronobiology and the role of light in regulating the horse’s circadian rhythms and biological clock. We explore how light exposure influences sleep, behaviour, reproduction, and overall horse welf... more
In this episode, Professor Christine Aurich discusses her review paper on the welfare of breeding stallions, exploring how social and emotional needs can be balanced alongside reproductive performance. The conversation challenges traditional manageme... more
In this episode, we explore how simple sensory checks (sight, touch, and smell) can help predict when hay may pose a respiratory risk for horses. We discuss how abnormal odour emerged as a strong indicator of harmful dust levels, how visible impuriti... more
This podcast focused on discussing research findings about the behaviour of off-the-track thoroughbreds, with Annie and Kate sharing insights from their study using the E-BARQ behavioural assessment tool. The discussion highlighted how racing experie... more
Join host Chloe Campbell as she sits down with Alessia to chat about student life, navigating different academic paths, and finding your way into equine welfare and behavioural science. From early riding lessons to research on the Five Domains and ri... more
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This series centers on horse welfare, training, and the horse-rider relationship, drawing primarily from academic researchers, veterinarians, and practitioners who work at the intersection of science and practice. Guests commonly discuss welfare assessment, behavior, training methods, equitation science, and the translational gap between research and real-world horse care. Episodes often explore how industry culture, education, and policy shape welfare outcomes, with practical takeaways for riding facilities, therapy programs, and breeding operations. A notable strength is its interdisciplinary approach, including AI and computer-vision applications, sensory evaluation of forage, lighting and circadian biology, and welfare-focused managemen... more
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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Erica Cheung
2. Caleigh Copelin
3. Katrina Merkies
4. Dr. Claire Ricci-Bonot
5. Barbara Murphy
6. Christine Aurich
7. Virginie Bouverat
8. Vinzenz Gerber
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