High Waves & Horses and WEG for August 10, 2026 by WERM Flooring - Horses in the Morning

We take a look at the new documentary "High Waves & Horses" with guest Smokie Brannaman. We dive deep into Smokie’s journey—from surviving a difficult childhood alongside his brother Buck to his 23-year career in the U.S. Coast Guard and his lifelong connection to the healing power of horses. Plus, we bring you the latest updates from the 2026 Mongol Derby, and preview the upcoming excitement at the World Equestrian Games in Aachen, with a look at the U.S. Dressage and Eventing squads. Listen in...HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 4015– Show Notes and Links:Hosts: Jamie Jennings of Flyover Farm and Glenn the GeekJamie and Glenn's Amazon StoreTitle Sponsor: WERM FlooringPic Credit: Smokie BrannamanGuest: Smokie Brannaman on High Waves & Horses | Facebook | YouTube | WebsiteSponsor: ClariFly LarvicideSponsor: Spalding Labs Fly Predators Coupon: HRN10 for 10% off your first order.Additional support for this podcast provided by: Equine Network and Listeners Like YouTime Stamps: 01:20 - Mongol Derby race update03:20 - Daily Winnies (listener birthdays)05:20 - Introduces guest Smokey Brannaman06:45 - Origins of “High Waves and Horses” documentary08:20 - Childhood, foster parents, and life lessons10:24 - Why a cowboy joined the Coast Guard12:00 - Coast Guard career and duties14:04 - Returning to Wisconsin & post-service life15:32 - Shaping the documentary’s focus19:05 - First screening and film festival plans21:12 - Patreon, YouTube, Facebook info22:47 - Sam Elliott lookalike chat24:20 - Aachen WEG preview & U.S. teams