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The Plaidcast

The Plaid Horse
Equestrian Sports
Mental Skills Coaching
Equestrian Training
Horse Design
World Equestrian Center
Horsemanship
Horse Care
Longines League Of Nations
Horse Show Entry Processes
IHSA
Strider
Event Management
Devon Horse Show
Grand Prix
Horse Training
Purina Animal Health
Equestrianism
Veterinary Telehealth
Hunter Jumper Training
Nick Haness

The Plaidcast is a weekly equestrian podcast hosted by Piper Klemm, PhD, publisher of The Plaid Horse magazine. Guests include Olympic riders, top hunter/jumper and equitation riders, trainers, horse show managers and industry insiders, plus in-depth conversations on topics such as horsemanship, collegiate riding, the state of our sport and horse show how to’s for riders at every level. One episod... more

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Piper speaks with trainer Jane Ehrhart of River Hill Farm in Wellington, Florida about adults showing ponies. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.

• Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse

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Tonya Johnston, Mental Skills Coach speaks with professional rider and trainer Dustin Goodwin. Tonya also discusses the mindset skills used by two outstanding gold medal athletes from the winter Olympics. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris... more

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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Piper speaks with Sonja Ochadlik about horse auctions. Listen in and s... more

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Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live audience at Wellington International in Wellington, FL with Dinette Neuteboom, Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen and Michael Cruciotti. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services. List... more

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Recent Guests

Dustin Goodwin
Top professional hunter/jumper trainer and rider
Seattle-area hunter/jumper program
Episode: Tonya Johnston's Inside Your Ride with Dustin Goodwin by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Dinette Neuteboom
Dutch-born equestrian professional, writer, educator, and founder of HorseGrooms
HorseGrooms
Episode: Plaidcast in Person at Wellington International with Dinette Neuteboom, Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen & Michael Cruciotti by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen
Accomplished equestrian and sister of Michael Cruciotti
Episode: Plaidcast in Person at Wellington International with Dinette Neuteboom, Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen & Michael Cruciotti by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Michael Cruciotti
Entrepreneur and brother of Kelli Cruciotti
MAC Sports
Episode: Plaidcast in Person at Wellington International with Dinette Neuteboom, Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen & Michael Cruciotti by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Rebecca Brown
Accomplished four-star level event rider and instructor, co-chair of USEA Young Rider Committee, passionate about youth volunteerism
United States Eventing Association (USEA)
Episode: Rebecca Brown (USEA) & Dr. Kallie Hobbs (on Septic Horses) by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Dr. Kallie Hobbs
Assistant professor at Texas A&M University focusing on Large Animal Internal Medicine and researching sepsis in horses
Texas A&M University
Episode: Rebecca Brown (USEA) & Dr. Kallie Hobbs (on Septic Horses) by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Brad Stulberg
Author, researcher, and coach focusing on performance and well-being
Episode: Tonya Johnston's Inside Your Ride with Brad Stulberg by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Lucy Deslauriers
Grand Prix show jumping rider and member of the Junior Board of GallopNYC
GallopNYC
Episode: The Plaidchat: Lucy Deslauriers (Grand Prix Rider)
Will Coleman
Professional US event rider with a wealth of experience in top-level competition.
Episode: Will Coleman (US Event Rider) by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services

Host

Piper Klemm
Publisher of The Plaid Horse Magazine; host of The Plaidcast; leader in equestrian media and show coverage.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 223 ratings
  • Invaluable insight for every rider!

    The Plaidcast is an incredible resource for riders at any level! Great guests, fun host, and always provides relevant and interesting topics! If you love horses and the community, give this a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dev2343
    United States3 months ago
  • Exceptionally educational!

    A fantastically hosted podcast which gives an in-depth look into multiple facets of the industry. Piper does a great job interviewing top professionals which gives those who may not have the resources to access their training a way to still gain knowledge and hear their insight on so many different topics. Highly suggested to any equestrian who wants to grow their knowledge!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    That_hunterjumper
    United States10 months ago
  • The Best Equestrian Podcast

    I was so excited to discover the Plaidcast. With its engaging interviews, insightful commentary, and deep love for the sport, it strikes the perfect balance between entertaining and educational. The host does a fantastic job bringing in top riders, trainers, and industry professionals to share their stories and advice, making it feel like you’re part of the conversation. I always come away inspired and more connected to the equestrian community. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Busterelhorse
    United Statesa year ago
  • Stellar Equestrian Podcast

    The Plaidcast delivers incredible deep dives into the equestrian world, blending expert interviews with practical advice. Each episode offers valuable perspectives from top riders, trainers, and industry professionals, making it a rich resource for both seasoned equestrians and enthusiasts like myself. Piper’s ability to distill complex topics into engaging and accessible discussions ensures that listeners come away with actionable insights and a deeper appreciation of the equestrian sport. The ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HorseshowHusband
    United States2 years ago
  • 🩷 live this!!!

    I love the plaid cast! Being a junior rider I always strive to be better and learn more each day!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    That horse gurl Lexi
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Excellent blend of coaching, race-to-results, and community topics
High-caliber guests and practical riding insights
Audience-friendly discussions that appeal to riders and parents
Diverse topics from mental skills to horse welfare and sponsorship
Consistently engaging, with strong production and host prep

Chart Rankings

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

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#60
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#96
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#6
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#66
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#105
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#159
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Tonya Johnston's Inside Your Ride with Dustin Goodwin by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Q: What was the impact of your hip replacement on your approach to riding and coaching others?
He shares the slow, patient reentry, pivoting to ground work and coaching, and using this experience to emphasize patience, plan, and ongoing visualization while rebuilding strength.
Tonya Johnston's Inside Your Ride with Dustin Goodwin by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services
Q: How did you cope with nerves when you were younger, and what practices do you use now?
He explains using visualization from a young age, rehearsing the course mentally, and creating a plan with specific steps, which helped him stay calm and perform regardless of pressure.
The Plaidchat: Romi Glessner, Owner of Five Leaf Clover Farm
Q: What are you looking forward to for the future? What's coming up?
Romi discusses her desire to expand the farm and continue to focus on positive reinforcement training with her horses.
The Plaidchat: Romi Glessner, Owner of Five Leaf Clover Farm
Q: So you ended up having Pete for 25 years until he passed away in 2016. What were those conversations like when you met and married your husband?
She humorously reflects on how her husband understood that Pete would always be a priority in her life.
The Plaidchat: Romi Glessner, Owner of Five Leaf Clover Farm
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about the first horse that really taught you about how you were going to live the rest of your life?
Romi shared about her first horse, Pete, who was a trail horse that she chose despite being sick and lacking trust.

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A weekly equestrian-focused show that pairs top riders, trainers, veterinarians, authors, and industry insiders with practical insights on performance, mindset, mentorship, and the economics of riding. Episodes cover mental skills, training timelines, sponsorship dynamics, community-building, and the human side of horse sport—from auctions and welfare to youth education and volunteerism—with guests ranging from Grand Prix show jumpers to clinical researchers. The conversational style blends actionable coaching takeaways with behind-the-scenes perspectives on how the sport operates, making it a valuable resource for riders, barn managers, and enthusiasts aiming to elevate technique, understanding, and engagement with the equestrian world.

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1. Practical Horseman Podcast
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The Plaidcast launched 9 years ago and published 557 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Plaidcast include:

1. Dustin Goodwin
2. Dinette Neuteboom
3. Kelli Cruciotti Vanderveen
4. Michael Cruciotti
5. Rebecca Brown
6. Dr. Kallie Hobbs
7. Brad Stulberg
8. Lucy Deslauriers

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