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“Overall, I’m recommending this pod. For people who didn’t grasp Campbell’s Hero’s Journey in high school it may help them with the concept of the hero as an archetype. Anyone who has ever enjoyed a weekend trail ride and fantasize about horse packing will probably like it, too.
For those who have ever been 22 or know some 22 year olds, Matt’s impulse and his journey will feel familiar, even impressive.
As a woman who works with horses every day, I struggled to like Matt, though. His contention that the information he sought for how to distance-ride a horse, 20, 30, 40, or 50 years ago, was unavailable is simply wrong. His resources more seemed to be limited by his own age and gender.
Yes, he admitted that what he did would’ve been more difficult for a man with more melanin in his skin. He couldn’t manage to use the word privilege, though. His reluctance to call out the Amish for abuse when his own horses were seriously injured in their care baffled me. The chapter featuring Achilles was bonkers. It made me wonder what the real story was. Did Oli, a reportedly expert horse trainer, really think a green 110 percent Arabian stallion would make a good partner for a green kid riding 2000 miles? There has to be more to that notion. Either that or Oli was playing a cruel joke.
Ranchers living large on federal lands have been romanticized enough. The podcast producer could’ve listened to reporter Leah Sotille’s epic “Bundyville” on Oregon Public Broadcasting for context.
Overall, I was touched by the producer’s kindness to her subject.”
Lulululu1959 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/24
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“Best podcast that I’ve listened to in a long time. Such a great story and adventure. Shows what humans can do when they set their heart and mind to it. Thank you so much for bringing this story to us ! Sad that we’re having to wait for the rest if the story: can’t wait to hear it !”
RobLegal via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/02/23
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“Such a fantastic piece of journalism! Passionate, thoughtful, perfectly paced. The choice of music enhances the listener’s journey with Matt.Effective use of pause, allowing for listener self reflection and consideration. More please!!”
Lowlo Rider via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/05/23
“I am a podcast junkie. I have listened to hundreds, maybe thousands of episodes. This particular podcast might be my favorite. It is an adventure story but filed with insights into human struggle, love, compassion, pain and triumph. This will make any car trip better and leave you a better person...”Read full review »
Scottsdale Scott via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/19/24
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