S2 EP 14 Send Help… Or Just Send Will! Special guest Will Shaw

In this special in-person episode of The Mounting Block, we’re joined by the man behind the magic — Will Shaw from Equine on the Move. The calm voice in our chaotic horse journeys, Will shares the real secrets behind horsemanship, confidence, and why sometimes… it’s not actually the horse that needs fixing.We dive into everything from float-loading disasters and gate dramas to the psychology of horses (and riders). Will breaks down the concept of a horse’s “two brains,” how to shift them from panic to calm, and why timing — not force — is everything.But this episode goes deeper than riding techniques. We talk about fear, rebuilding confidence as adult riders, and the mental load we bring into the saddle. Will explains why so many riders struggle — not from lack of skill, but from a missing foundation in true horsemanship.You’ll also hear Will’s incredible backstory — from cattle stations in Western Queensland to playing rugby overseas and even rubbing shoulders with royalty — before building a business that’s now helping riders across Brisbane feel safer, calmer, and more connected to their horses.This episode is equal parts practical advice, mindset shift, and reassurance that you’re not alone in your horse journey.Because as Will reminds us..Stop trying to fix the horse. Start working on yourself.