On Surviving Summer, Heather and Natalie chat about how their summers are going, both the highs and the lows. Additionally, they talk travel preparation, gardening, and the challenging moment when your daughter rides your pony and he tests her. Important Links: Website: www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/adultingwithhorsespodcast/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/adultingwithhorsespodcast Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AdultingWithHorsesPodcast Support...

On this episode of Adulting with Horses, Heather and Natalie Chapter markers: 0:40 - We catch up and discuss Natalie's legal high, why Heather is sleeping on the couch and how she's building a podcast studio in her basement. 25:00 - A Year in Review. A lot can change in a short amount of time, whether it's work, family, or horses. Sometimes it doesn't feel like you're making any progress, but when you look back you can see how far you've come. Sponsor Link Support for this podcast provided...

On this episode of Adulting with Horses, Heather and Natalie discuss the term "horse addict". Lose the negative connotation and focus on the good things that result from being passionate about horses. Plus, Heather is injured and Natalie puts on her big girl pants to go on a trail ride. Chapter markers: 0:48 - Topic #Intro chat 8:50 - Topic #Don't call me an addict, it's about passion and we can (and should) walk away periodically. 21:56 Making friends is hard and Natalie goes on a trail...

On episode 26 of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Natalie and Heather check in on the progress they've made on their goals (or lack thereof) and speak candidly about the challenges of adulting, setting goals, and keeping them. Chapter markers: 0:49 - Intro Chat- Heather and Natalie catch up. 14:45 - Check in on goal progress. 40:00 - Adulting wins. Sponsor Link: Support for this podcast provided by:Equiotic Other Links: www.adultingwithhorsespodcast.com Instagram...

Yeah, we don't do interviews but for this bonus episode of Adulting with Horses we had to make an exception. Will Grant, Mongol Derby Rider and Long Rider who just published his book, The Last Ride of the Pony Express: My 2,000 Mile Horseback Journey Into the Old West talks with us about his adventures, what goes into riding the Pony Express trail, and why it's important to ride outside your comfort zone. Will Grant currently lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, where he’s a writer...

On episode 25 of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie discuss what they look for in a trainer- the difference in education, cookie cutter barns, and expectations for finding a unicorn to teach them how to progress in their horsemanship. What do you look for in a trainer or riding instructor? Has that changed over the years? Chapter markers: 1:00 - Intro Chat, Heather and Natalie catch up over recent events in their lives. 19:28 - What is an ideal trainer and do they exist?...

On this episode of the Adulting with Horses Podcast, Heather and Natalie are joined by fellow author and mean girl expert, Jessica Burkhart. As an expert, Jess can spot a barn bully from a mile away and we talk about our personal experiences, share some stories from the clubhouse, and more. This is one episode you won't want to miss! Segments: 0:48 - Let's Talk Mean Girls, Baby. 30:10 - Real Life Stories from the Clubhouse 50:38 - Adulting Wins of the Week Learn more about Jess Burkhart,...

On episode 23 of the Adulting with Horses podcast, Heather and Natalie reimagine horse shows for adults that involve having fun with other women who just want to have fun on horses. Forget competing against teenagers who are more flexible and have less fear than you. Such classes may or may not involve one-handed riding (because the other has a beverage), pushing a giant ball across the arena with your horses (mounted or unmounted), and a lot of giggles! Our clubhouse members jump in on this...

On episode 22 of Adulting with Horses, Heather and Natalie discuss the endless struggle of work/family/barn balance and avoiding burnout. As always, they have an open, honest conversation (yes, with cuss words periodically) and dare we say, maybe ended up with a solution? Now if they can only follow through and walk the walk. This episode is sponsored by FITS Riding. FITS is dedicated to the art and science of riding apparel. Known for its PerforMAX™ leather technology, FITS riding wear is...

Welcome to episode 21 of the Adulting with Horses podcast! This episode is WAY too much fun. Heather and Natalie discuss coming out of winter and setting goals for the spring, how food can bring back the most precious memories (especially when they involve tacos), sexy text messages, and much more! Make sure to listen in and join in all the fun and laughter. We've also just announced some exciting news! We have launched our Patreon page at www.patreon.com/adultingwithhorsespodcast where...

We've talked about what to look for in boarding barns, but what about ALL the red flags? Between the two of them, Natalie and Heather have a lot of experience at different facilities. They share what to watch for, and what to run FROM in this special bonus episode of the Adulting with Horses podcast. Run, don't walk to listen. The co-hosts haven't been lunged and let it all out in the arena.

On episode 20 of the Adulting Horses podcast, we welcome helmet and literacy advocate Caitlin Gooch, of The Black Cowgirl and Saddle Up and Read, as a guest host to chat all things helmets and hair. We dive into living on her family farm and how things are changing for her, why it's important for riders to consider their hairstyle for helmet safety, how brands need to change their mindset, and how you can donate a helmet to a child in need. This episode was sponsored by Redingote...

On episode nineteen of the Adulting with Horses podcast, co-hosts and authors Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert discuss what to look for when deciding on a boarding facility for you and your horse. As always, they are full of opinions, sass, and humor but a lot of good information too.

Welcome to our bucket list episode! On episode 18 of Adulting with Horses, brought to you by Redingote Equestrian, Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert discuss the Horse Nation article about lesson riders and their take on whether they are undesireable. Then, we get down and dirty with our clubhouse to discuss all the things they want to do with their horses if they had the chance. Heather and Natalie chime in with their own wish lists as always and have a huge laugh. (Heather even...

On episode 17 of the Adulting with Horses podcast, co-hosts Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert decide to forgo a theme and just follow their stream of consciousness. It makes for an episode that plots against their friend Glenn Hebert, involves Natalie throwing a grenade (and Heather riding through a bomb) and Heather, once again, being the problem. Join us for some laughs and we hope you join us in the Adulting with Horses clubhouse too on Facebook!

On this episode of Adulting with Horses, Natalie and Heather are joined by our title sponsors, Connie DeMaio and Allison Malenfant of Redingote Equestrian and FITS Riding to talk about our individual barn styles, how to go from the street to the barn, and favorite barn to street hacks! REDINGOTE Equestrian has introduced new and innovative pieces to the equestrian performance apparel space. Their fashionable and feminine pieces are all about function, comfort, and easy outfitting because...

We have two awesome topics for you today. First, we play a game of Am I The A*****e (AITA) with Heather acting as judge and jury on a marital mishap all horse girls will relate to. Then we get into a topic all adult amateur equestrians can relate to- smart horses- when to push them and when to back off. This is one episode you won't want to miss! Is Natalie an a*****e? What would you do if a horse tested you like this? Let us know in the Adulting with Horses Clubhouse here:...

Welcome to our first bonus episode of Adulting with Horses. Sometimes Natalie and Heather get really random and weird, so enjoy this special behind-the-episode show.

On this episode of Adulting with Horses Heather and Natalie talk about what makes the perfect horse for a rider, how the idea of perfection can change with time, and of course, our adulting wins of the week! Redingote Equestrian brought this episode to you. Time to think about stocking up for winter with the new releases from Redingote Equestrian. They have recently released updates to their famous one-piece jumpsuits- new/textured/rip-stop fabric and adjustable cords added to the hood so...

On this episode of Adulting with Horses, we discuss setting achievable but FUN goals and the toxic traits among weird horse girls in our clubhouse and probably the world at large. What is your toxic trait? Thank you for being a little weird with us, horse girl! If you like what you hear, subscribe to the podcast on your player of choice. Follow us on Instagram @adultingwithhorsespodcast or, even better, join our Adulting with Horses Clubhouse on Facebook where you can become part of the...

On episode 12 of Adulting with Horses, Mandee Flanders of The Leadline Podcast joins Heather as a co-host while Natalie retreats to her cave after talking to people for four days straight at Equine Affaire. We chat all about our time at the horse expo, and tips for keeping costs down (including some spending regrets) and Heather even gets an offer of marriage...well, kind've!

Most equestrians know they will fall off their horse- it's inevitable. In this episode of Adulting with Horses, Heather and Natalie discuss the fear of falling and what is behind it and how to set yourself up for success. We also bring Pop Corner back to discuss the recent trend of trolling and calling other equestrians out publicly on social media, as well as our Adulting Wins of the Week. This episode is brought to you by Redingote Equestrian, a small, women-owned equestrienne business...

Who doesn't love a good ghost story, especially when it involves our favorite topic- horses? Heather and Natalie battle some demons trying to take over the airwaves and tell spooky stories, both of their own experiences and with some help from the clubhouse. This is a not to miss episode. This episode is brought to you by Redingote Equestrian. The weather is turning, it's getting colder! Time to think about stocking up for winter with the new releases from Redingote Equestrian. They have...

Let's Go Girls! Today we are channeling our inner Shania Twain and celebrating the things that make us horse girls with a little help from our clubhouse!

This is for all partners of horse-crazy girls, whether they are husbands, wives, partners, spouses, etc. It can't be easy dealing with us on a daily basis. So on this episode we invite Glenn the Geek, from the Horse Radio Network and Horses in the Morning, also known as America's Horse Husband, to chat with us. We discuss how to introduce a significant other into our lives, what NOT to do, and of course our Adulting Wins of the Week. This is one episode you do not want to miss! This...