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Buck Off Banter
by Katie Summers and Karla Parsons
Katie and Karla know how dull mucking out or long schooling sessions alone can be. Join them every other Friday as they take a lighthearted look at all things equestrian and share the chaos of juggling home, work, children and horses.
Episodes
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Ep 100 The consensus is chaotic!
In this special episode to celebrate 100 Buck off Banter podcasts Katie and Karla listen and comment on some listener favourite stories.
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Ep 99b Are you as good as it gets?
In this episode Katie and Karla explain why they haven't managed to deliver an episode 100. This bonus episode contains news, including Boujee's latest dramatics, feeding zebras and giraffes and passport related dreams. They share their WOTW stories and finish with a plea for the 100 episode...
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Ep 99 Heart horses
In this episode, (that was supposed to have a topic), Katie and Karla have a general chat about their news. This leads them to talk about heart horses, Katie's plans for Karla's life and the start of Karla's career as an international horse agility competitior.
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Ep 98 Anyone for lego?
In this episode Katie and Karla talk about their recent lack of motivation and the struggles to get to shows with rain, dark nights and ill children. They then discuss two recent hot topics on social media and reflect on peoples right to comment. Does it help or hinder the sports appearance and…
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Ep 97 Mic dropped (then picked up)
In this episode Katie and Karla catch up on their news, this includes the reasons for the delay in the episode. They then attempt to have a serious discussion about the concerns regarding changes to eventing at the olympics. It must be noted this is quickly derailed by their suggestions for…
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Ep 96 New year, don't care!
In this episode Katie and Karla chat about their festive season. This includes Harry Styles (obviously), a black tie/hip hop wedding and Katie and other Carla's disagreement over what constitutes as a succsessful outing.They then chat about their ins and outs for 2024 which seems to involve vast...
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Ep 95 12 days of Christmas
In this festive special Katie and Karla play a couple of games (with a small amount of success) and also chat about Karla's new addition, why she wants to punch disco lights and why Katie feels like Mint is a bit too much in the holiday spirit. Wishing everyone the merriest of Christmass and we...
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Ep 94 Horse jackets, timed dressage and tail coat onesies.
In this episode Katie and Karla share their news and then move on to discussing Christmas. Katie Christmas has turned Karla, ( actually both of them) into christmas elves, so we hear about their Christmas preperations and then hear some of the listeners best and worst gifts. They conclude the...
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Ep 93 Edna's friendlier in the summer
In this episode Katie and Karla continue to attempt to help with listener's dilemas, once again the solution often appears to involve buying a horse, (or drinking baileys and eating cake).
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Ep 92 Bringing joy and wisdom
In this episode Katie and Karla do their best to give advice to some listener dilemas. Be warned, if you are in search of genuine wisdom, this perhaps is not the podcast for you. Spoiler alert, the answer often seems to involve spending yet more money on horses!!
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Ep 91 To avoid regret
In this episode Katie and Karla share lots of news (according to Ben as he put the music in thres "40 minutes of your news!!!) They then continue the popular topic of horse girl maths. The episode finishes with Katie and Karla's wanker of the week stories but the listener story is changed for a...
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Ep 90 Horse girl maths
In this episode Katie and Karla share what they've been up to in the last two weeks, this includes fireplay and taking Boujee to a show, I dont know what sounds like a worse idea! They then move on to discuss the extremley well supported topic of horse girl maths. If you need any spending...
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Ep 89 The shows that were no shows
In this episode Katie and Karla catch up on the latest horsey news. This doesnt include their show reports (but does include why there aren't any show reports!)
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Ep 88 Horsey barbie girls
Did you know Karla won £100 and Katie jumped 1.30?!!!!!!
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Ep 87 I'm pleased it's a Friesian
In this hugely mixed up episode Katie and Karla share their recent show highs, answer some listener questions and finish with a wanker of the week
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Ep 86 These are a few of our favourite things
In this episode Katie and Karla share their news and then move on to discuss horsey (and a few non horsey) "anti icks" Moustache anyone?
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Ep 85 Strung up like gammon.
In this episode Katie considers the best solution for her crooked riding. Karla remains unconvinced. Karla shares her latest outings and talks about finding the fun with Vince again. Inspired by a non horsey tiktok they then move onto discussing what you could say to make yourself relatable to...
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Ep 84 The toothbrush of power
In this episode Katie discusses her recent show and a big decsion and Karla shares a new hobby and a recent humbling. They then talk about some horsey employment horror stories.
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Ep 83 Harry Styles and soggy knickers
In this episode we hear about the long awaited Harry Styles concert! Katie and Karla then discuss why there is now a stigma with sending young horses away. They move on to a quick discussion about some of the aftermath of Badminton and (after multiple detours) finish up with Wanker of the week.
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Ep 82 This woman's on fire
In this hugely overdue episode, Katie and Karla give a catch up on whats been happening in the last few months. Expect drama, calamity, fire, poles (not neccessarily of the equine variety) and discover why 3 studs are preferable to 1 and no testicles are preferable to 2.
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Ep 81 Not an ideal episode
In this episode Katie and Karla discuss their news. This weeks topic is unpopular opionions. This leads the chat in a variety of directions. They finish up with their wanker of the weeks
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Ep 80 Christmas holiday chaos
In this episode Katie and Karla share their eventful Christmas holidays. Katie talks about a new kind of horse purchase and describes their new additions headwear. Karla shares how Vince attempted to go viral and why she needs to wear protective headwear. They also answer some new years questions...
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Ep 79 The powers of Christmas
In this festive episode Katie and Karla attempt to play some games that they've given a horsey twist. I think the operative word here is attempt! They share the latest in their podmas giveaway and finish up with their WOTWs.
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Ep 78 Powerpoint Christmas lists, elves with work ethic and a flying dog
In this episode Katie and Karla reveal their next podmas giveaway. This prompts Katie to share her Equiboodle wish list and Karla shares why she hasnt quite mastered the art of gifting. (Although she has a powerpoint presentation down.) They then discuss how advertising horses has changed since…
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Ep 77 On the first day of podmas
In this episode Katie and Karla kick off podmas with an incredible giveaway from Equicoat. This prompts them to chat about their christmas lists and how prepared (or not prepared) they are.They then discuss a couple of recent Tiktok videos and finish the episode with a listeners wanker of the…
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Ep 76 Trigger/satsuma stacking
In this episode Katie and Karla discuss their perfect horsey day, why its important to look back not forward and the happiest point in their riding life.They also cover the perils of eating too many satsumas, saving someones life too quickly and mucking out on instagram.
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Ep 75 This is not a geography lesson
In this episode Katie and Karla share some differences in horse care around the globe, this is hampered slightly by their absolutley non existent geography skills. In fact this is the sort of podcast where alongside learning about what Australians feed their horses, you will hear the phrase, "are...
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Ep 74 If you're supposed to have 2...
In this episode Katie and Karla chat about what they've been up to in the last month. It's perhaps not the horsiest of episodes but does include some inspirational life advice. The episode also includes a show report, a reframe from Caroline Powell, Iron man, runaway sharers and most importantly,...
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Ep 73 Who doesn't want a welsh A for dressage?
In this episode Katie and Karla catch up on news and share yet another idea for a TV show. They move on to discuss body image in riders and then have a brief chat about Burghley (in particular the very gorgeous Topspin.) They conclude the episode hastily with their WOTWs due to a teething and…
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Ep 72 Signals are like strides
Signals are like strides, when you don't have a good one, you're basically fucked! Sadly we have had plenty of experience with the latter but this episode brings us problems in the way of the former. I can't apologise enough. I have no idea what happened but I will try and work something out to...
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Ep 71 A hairdresser with salami
In this episode Katie and Karla share some savage horsey curses sent in by listeners. They then discuss their idea of the perfect horsey TV show. Think big brother, geordie shore, livery yard vibes. The episode finishes with the usual wanker of the week stories but there is absolutely nothing…
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Ep 70 Frisky foals, twerking, horsey curses and sweet itch rugs
In this episode Katie and Karla chat about resetting horsey goals, the best horsey curses and why they are unlikely to ever attract a sponsor. They are then joined by Henry, WARNING, if you are expecting him to talk about horses (because its a horsey podcast) think again. With the exception of...
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Ep 69 Seriously girl crushing on Kiera
In this episode Katie and Karla are joined by (and obsessed with) Keira Byrnes. They chat about a huge range of topics including holistic horse care, rider nerves and how horse welfare and top level competiton can go hand in hand. The episode finishes with an expensive battle for wanker of the week.
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Ep 68 Trimmed legs and a sash
In this episode Katie and Karla catch up on their news. This includes the name of the foal, how Katie managed to acquire a sash and.......THE Harry Styles concert!! They also play a horsey version of a game from tiktok and discuss, possibly more than necessary, the size of Karla's vagina (totally...
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Ep 67 Everyone needs a Ros Canter moment
In this episode Katie and Karla discuss Bramham. This includes their thoughts on course builder, Ian Stark's statement and also the Ros Canter moment. The episode was supposed to focus on random horsey acts of kindness but be warned, they both admit that this could be their most random episode...
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Ep 66 Do not be influenced by us!
In this episode Katie shares the highs and literal lows of the last two weeks. Karla talks about taking her 2 boys out to some showjumping and discusses the importance on keeping it fun. They briefly touch on their thoughts on producing young/green horses. The episode mainly focuses on equestrian...
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Ep 65 Pancake where's your troosers?
In this episode Katie and Karla chat about Katie's recent disasterous vet visit and Karla's lesson with the voice of David Beckham. The episode mostly covers their thoughts on Badminton horse trials, as expected Karla's thoughts focus mainly on the trot up, "not a nip slip in sight!" They briefly...
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Ep 64 Just stay on
In this episode Katie and Karla celebrate being reunited with an episode that covers a multitude of topics. This episode is jam packed with laughs and covers, (brace yourselves), getting the ick,a new horse, a report from weston lawns, why Lucinda Green should be wearing yellow and the discovery...
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Ep 63 Rachael to the rescue
In this episode Katie is joined/saved by her friend Rachael, (and the voice of Rachael's pony Topsy.) Rachael asks Katie questions sent in by the listeners, including plenty of farrier related questions for Ben, they finally decide on a voice for Mint and Katie finds herself longing for riveted...
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Ep 62 Selling our kids to fund our Koekibar habit
In this episode Katie and Christa are joined by Debbie from Koekibar. They chat about the importance of riders taking care of themselves and how the range of supplements offered by Koekibar can support riders. They then discuss a story of a woman selling her children to fund her horses. For…
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Ep 61 Chatting with The Galloping Housewife
In this episode Katie and Christa are joined by The Galloping Housewife for a hugely inspiring chat (baby Seb also joins for a short while, apologies for the gentle snoring. He doesn't like to miss out!) They also chat about the recent tack thefts and the recent social media storm surrounding the...
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Ep 60 We're (not were) going to a show
In this episode Katie and Christa focus on shows. They chat about tips, things they like, don't like and Katie desperately tries to work out why she actually goes to shows at all. They also share some of the responses from listeners (where the general reason for competing appears to be "to buy...
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Ep 59 Every horse owner needs a hero
In the first episode of 2022 Katie and Christa share the people that help them and hear about some of the incredible people that support their listeners. The episode is hopefully an antidote to the January blues so many horse owners feel.
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Ep 58 The donkey carried Mary!
In this festive episode Katie and Christa play a horsey version of shag/snog, marry, avoid. They also chat about some festive topics like best or worst horsey presents and share listeners opinions.
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Ep 57 The struggle is real
In this episode Katie and Christa catch up on their news. This includes Katie's experience dealing with a dealer. They move on to answer questions sent in by listeners. This includes a subject close to both their hearts, how to manage the guilt of juggling horses and anything else!!
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Ep 56 Young horses
In this episode Katie and Christa catch up on news, this includes shows and a new arrival. They then move on to discuss how they start working with their young horses. They also discover that they have both had a testing week trying to find the perfect neighbours for their horses (pun intended)
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Ep 55 The quest for sashes with Sarah Higgins
In this episode Katie and Christa are excited to be joined by Grand Prix dressage rider Sarah Higgins. Sarah runs a successful competition yard with partner, Olympic eventer, Alex Hua Tian. There are some fantastic top tips and insights that have helped Sarah become a successful dressage rider.…
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Ep 54 This or that?
In this episode Katie and Christa play the horsey version of this or that. It's supposed to be a. quick fire game but obviously their game includes going off on multiple tangents!
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Ep 53 Hold my haynet
In this episode Katie and Christa have a catch up. They cover the ups and downs of Katie's recent Arena UK trip, a new pony, oversharing children and the general chaos of life.
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Ep 52 Ponies love September
In this episode Katie and Christa share some of their early riding experiences. They consider the perils of being a first pony (and also of being the child riding said pony.) They discuss Christa wombling free, a frisby throwing pony and why Mary needed A&E. A very eclectic episode.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Katie and Karla know how dull mucking out or long schooling sessions alone can be. Join them every other Friday as they take a lighthearted look at all things equestrian and share the chaos of juggling home, work, children and horses.
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Katie Summers and Karla Parsons
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Katie and Karla know how dull mucking out or long schooling sessions alone can be. Join them every other Friday as they take a lighthearted look at all things equestrian and share the chaos of juggling home, work, children and horses.
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