The 3 Stride Podcast

In this episode we cover:The reality TV shows Laura absolutely needs to start watching.J.C.'s first riding lessons and what it's like teaching your husband to ride.GLPs for horses and the latest conversations around their use.Why being a horse trainer is one of the hardest jobs in the industry.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this episode possible!  You can use the code 3STRIDE for 10% off.  

In this episode we cover:  Back together in the new studio, catching up on the week, including Laura's trail rides with Garçon + a fight he had with another horse!Julia and Molly's horse show recap with favorite moments + lessons learned, including a big "ruh roh" moment from Molly...A conversation about moving up to the 1.40m level and why the challenge is more about riding, precision, and strategy than height.Tips on knowing when you're ready to move up and the mental and technical adjustments that come with it.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this episode possible!  You can use the code 3STRIDE for 10% off.  

In this episode we cover:Julia and Molly are still at the horse show and absolutely crushing itThe girls will finally be back in the studio next weekLaura and Engineer Andrew break in the new studioThe latest on Garçon and Laura's more casual approach to barn lifeWhy taking the pressure off has been a game changer for both horse and riderLaura shares some of the rituals she and her husband J.C. have built into their relationship over the yearsEngineer Andrew gives an update on his dating lifeThank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this episode possible!  You can use the code 3STRIDE for 10% off.  

In this episode we cover:Laura is solo this week while Julia and Molly are away at a horse showRecap from a recent trip to Austin and a barn conversation that sparked today's topicWhat the New World screwworm is and why it's making headlinesHow screwworm affects horses, livestock, and other animalsSigns and symptoms horse owners should knowTreatment and prevention tipsCould it spread in the United States?What horse owners should be watching for right nowThank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this episode possible!  You can use the code 3STRIDE for 10% off.  

Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of animal cruelty, violence toward horses, and ongoing legal proceedings. Listener discretion is advised.In this episode, we cover:A timeline of the Las Vegas horse stabbing case.What happened at the NBHA Vegas Super Show.The horses, owners, and competitors involved.The latest court hearing and legal developments.The equestrian community's response.Our thoughts on a tragedy that has deeply impacted the horse world.Please note that this case is ongoing, and information discussed reflects publicly available reporting available at the time of recording.Our hearts remain with the horses, owners, families, and everyone affected by this devastating event.If you have information related to this case, please contact the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department at (702) 828-3111 and reference the ongoing horse stabbing investigation. If you believe you have urgent information related to public safety, contact 911.

Our hearts go out to the horses, riders, families, and everyone impacted by the tragedy at the NBHA competition in Las Vegas. Las Vegas is home for us, and we are heartbroken by what happened. This episode was recorded prior to the incident, but we will be discussing it on our next recording. We are keeping everyone affected in our thoughts.In this episode, we cover:Nothing like a good meltdown in the car. New horse-related tattoos and Molly's tramp stamp era. A horse crashed into Julia and Andi! What's happening with Dover Saddlery? The drama surrounding Geoffrey Hesslink and the USEF yellow card.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.

In this episode we cover:We’re in the studio again!Our irrational fear with driving.Awkward Zoom calls (horse gal edition)Laura learned the art of sheath cleaning.What do horses actually want?Where are all the riding schools?!If we could keep only one thing from today's horse world and completely reinvent the rest, what did we all recommend saving?Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.

In this episode we cover:Back together in the studio, Garcon’s 3-month checkup and mesotherapy update, plus Julia navigating Andi coming up lame during her first week at a new job.A conversation around the fear of soft tissue injuries and why that anxiety is something so many horse people can relate to.The question raised by Noelle Floyd: has the wealthiest version of the horse world become the version everyone else is expected to answer for?Whether horses are really one sport or two very different experiences: elite competition versus the everyday horse person.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:Contact’s ashes arrived and discussion around the beautiful memorial boxLaura, Molly, and Julia discuss beliefs around what happens after horses passLaura rides a new horse and takes a lesson for the first time in awhileGarcon’s stubbornness about moving forward and arena resistanceHorsemanship conversation around patience vs. forceThank you to our amazing partner For Horses for supporting our podcast.  Use the the code 3STRIDE for 10% off.  

In this episode we cover:After losing Contact, Laura made the decision to move Garcon to a new barn so he could enjoy grass pastures.Taking a step back from the show ring to reconnect with the joy of horses.Riding at a barn without a trainer-for now.Molly shares her takeaways from the last show, including lessons on bending lines.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:One of the best forms of healing is laughter, so we share some much-needed laughs during a hard time.Laura admits she may have shared a little too much about losing Contact with her co-workers.Julia opens up about having to overcome a lot in the show ring at Temecula.Why stepping down in height can be the smartest move for both horse and rider.Learning to give yourself grace while staying focused on the long game.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

Laura is solo in this episode, with Molly and Julia returning next week. This is a heavier conversation that touches on loss, grief, and end-of-life decisions.In this episode, Laura covers:The day everything changed and the onset of colicNavigating the decision not to pursue surgery againProcessing grief, guilt, and questioning whether she made the right choiceFinding peace in the four beautiful months Contact had at the end

In this episode we cover:Celebrating 200 episodes with a huge thank you to our 3S community for all the love and support along the wayGetting a little deeper with some horse philosophical questionsWhy do we actually love horses…and has that answer changed over time?Describing our horses without anything tied to riding, training, or competingIf the sport disappeared tomorrow…what would our relationships with our horses really look like?If your horse couldn’t do the job anymore…would things truly stay the same?Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:Laura rode a dressage horse and now thinks she’s going to the Olympics.Molly and Laura negotiate over the sale of a saddle.Molly shares ways tack store owners can cause major drama with brands.The boot brand that always breaks down.  Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:What happened to Julia’s saddle that horrified her trainer. Judging other riders without knowing the whole story.Laura’s new discovery + her big book reveal.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.

In this episode we cover:We launched our new segment; “Breaking the Adult Amateur Stereotype”.  Send us your memes, reels, TikToks making AA’s look like inept and incapable riders so we can flame them.What could go wrong when you touch another person’s horse without them knowing-even if it was with the best intentions. The organization and standards of show barns. Molly and Julia's upcoming show plans.What Molly learned to do differently with riding Annie. Molly's confession!!!! Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:Julia’s latest horse communicator session-what she learned about Andi (and what surprised us)Julia’s wedding plan pivot-what changed and whyThank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.

In this episode we cover:We’re all over the “helpless amateur” stereotype. Why amateurs feeling undervalued despite contributing a lot of money and time to the industry.  The responsibility of trainers and the barn culture to not keep depicting amateurs as clueless horse owners.What does burnout and frustration look like for amateurs?  Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Note:  Laura apologizes for her audio quality!!!  Getting a better set-up for the next one.  At home recording life!!!

In this episode we cover:Julia’s wedding date and venue announcement and why it meant a lot to Laura. When your emotions come out on your horse in the wrong way.  Molly and her adult braces.What does “load the cluck” mean??  Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:Catch our video clips on social!  No full episodes on YouTube yet.  Garcon + Andi’s fitness routine-how long we spend trotting and cantering.Molly and Julia’s trainer got a note from USEF about showing a supposedly lame horse.Horse transformations when paired with the right person.  Julia’s 10-year old riding helmet-need to get that bad boy replaced.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:Update on Laura’s new gig + what happened to her eye week one.The longest we’ve all gone without jumping.How Contact is adapting to retirement life.  Molly’s update on Fiona + Annie.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:James Van Der Beek and GoFundMe Kaley Cuoco sleeping in separate bedrooms with her fiance Tommy Pelphey. Results of Garcon’s neck X-RaysWhat happened in Julia’s lesson to make her fall not once, but TWICE.  Molly and her panel w/ EQ Business Women!

In this episode we cover:Laura, Julia and Molly share their wins/losses of the past week.Molly’s digital detox.Laura just got TikTok and who she’s following. Random talk about sending nudes.   Thank you to our partners at For Horses for supporting our podcast.  

In this episode we cover:Saying goodbye to Mozie and the emotional whiplash of sending a lease horse back.What Laura passed along to the next leasee aka a novel of a note.Navigating communication with trainers when emotions are high and decisions are final.The very real, very insane cost of this sport emotionally and financially.Why horses teach us attachment, loss, and resilience all at once.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:Tell Me Lies, Beckham Drama + Heated Rivery    Contact took over an hour to load him in the trailer and then what happened?!How Contact is adjusting to retirement life.How did Julia’s show-highs and learnings.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:Laura’s tough decision about her lease horse Mozie (the best boy!!!).    Balancing your career and the horses. Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:We have Sagebrush Farms (+ Laura’s coach/trainer) Mickie Sage on the podcast!Mickie Sage is a force in the equestrian community not only showing at the highest levels from WEF to FEI World Cup Qualifiers, but also qualifying riders for Devon, Maclay Finals, and more.How to beat show nerves.Nonnegotiables in a good horse and her dealbreakers.Biggest advice for riders who want to move up.Mickie’s advice on how to prep yourself and your horse for a successful show.

Welcome to Season 5 of The 3 Stride Podcast!!!In this episode we cover:Molly, Julia + Laura are all back in the studio together!  Welcome to Season 5!  How did Molly’s daughter, Reese, break her leg?!Showgrounds live has rolled out video fees i.e. users can now pay to not have their videos available to the public.  Julia’s BIG announcement!!!

In this episode we cover:The story of finding Contact in Europe and trusting a friend and broker to help bring him into Laura’s lifeWhat the partnership was supposed to look like and how injuries slowly rewrote that plan.The subtle and not-so-subtle signs Contact gave me that he was ready for a different life.Finding the perfect spot for Contact to retire in Las Vegas.  Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.     

In this episode we cover:Having friends ask to ride your horse and the moment someone says “they’re a great rider” without context.The quiet tests you use to figure out if someone actually knows what they’re doing before they get onThe biggest equestrian controversies of 2025, from hair testing and training misconduct to helmet debates and EHV-1Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.   

In this episode we cover:Our idea to launch a dedicated show jumping channel on an audio platform-think curated music, live show commentary, and inspiring rider interviewsThe real highs and lows of leasing a horseLaura’s looming decision on what to do when Mozie’s lease is up in February.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.   

In this episode we cover:Thanksgiving recap, including Molly cooking for 40+ people and Laura getting to ride Julia’s horse, Andi.An update on Andi’s health and recovery after cellulitis.Laura’s first horse show with her new barn and new trainer.The warm-up exercise that totally changed Laura’s ride in the ring.A peek inside the VIP tent at Santa Anita Park.The latest on the EHV-1 virus circulating in the horse community and how Las Vegas is preparing ahead of NFR.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  Our listeners can add the code 3STRIDE to receive 10% off their order at forhorsesusa.com or tackofthetown.com.     

In this episode we cover:Laura’s fresh start with her new trainer and what those months really look and feel like.How to build trust, communication, and respect from day one and why the trainer/rider relationship is everything.New training exercises Laura is doing with Mozie (and how they’re already shifting her ride).Molly + Julia’s positive dynamic with their trainer Judy.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:The Italian origin story of For Horses and how Giovanna and Andrea fused fashion design with textile innovation.Anita Sguigna’s role as U.S. Sales and Marketing Manager Inside the brand and how FH selects riders, retailers, and collaborators.A look into FH’s design process, rider feedback, and what’s trending in equestrian fashion right now.What’s next for For Horses and where riders can find the brand.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:Molly’s husband, Ryan, was in a car accident-what happened?! Why Irish Olympian Darragh Kenny has been suspended and what it means for his career.A look at the FEI and World Anti-Doping prohibited list-including some surprising banned substances.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover:The horse show prep/training prior to Laura heads to Splitrock in Nov. at San Anita Park.The S Bend exercise and landing your leads.Airvests-are they still popular?  

In this episode we cover:Our latest pop culture obsessions including Task and a wild new book.Why Laura had to quit a book club.What happened to Julia’s horse Andi right before the show.How to spot the signs of cellulitis and what the treatment looks like.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible. 

In this episode we cover:Should other people be in the ring during your lesson-helpful or distraction.Inside look at the Gerry Mullins (International Olympic, World and European Champ) canter pole system at Sagebrush Farms.Breaking down what rideability really means and how to develop it.Laura’s new trainer, Mickie Sage, joins the Sagebrush team as Head Trainer-and she’s an Eagles fan too.Thank you to our partner For Horses for helping to make this podcast possible.  

In this episode we cover: Julia’s new headshaking supplement for Andi and how it’s working.What it takes for professionals to reinstate their amateur card.Pom poms in horses’ ears and whether they help.Why posting anonymously on Facebook is lame and why it’s better to own your opinion.Trainers using the word amateur to describe a bad rider and why that mindset needs to change.

In this episode we cover:Laura chipped her tooth in the most random way (and of course, it had nothing to do with riding)Our POV on The Summer I Turned Pretty and all of our thoughts on itMolly and Annie are back in the 1.20s!Molly shares her POV on handling nerves at showsHow do you know it was time to move upWhat boxes do each of us want to check before making that moveThank you to our partners For Horses and Whinny Water for helping to make these podcasts possible.   

In this episode we cover:It’s just Julia and Laura in the stu because Molly is at a show!  The anticipation before your ride: why morning classes feel easier and afternoons can dragMental resets at shows: practical ways to push through tough moments.Laura’s story of meeting Conan O’Brien and what he’s really like off-cameraThe weird thing Laura does when nerves kick inThank you to our partners For Horses and Whinny Water for helping to make these podcasts possible.   

In this episode we cover:How to ride with your child on the saddle with you.  Reese surprised everyone with what she did right after finishing her first canter.Julia shares her very detailed notes from the horse communicator session with Andi.Molly remains skeptical, but maybe we have a new believer!Thank you to our partners For Horses and Whinny Water for helping to make these podcasts possible.   

In this episode we cover:Trainer and Zone 10 Board Member, Angel Pitton, joins us to break down USEF, USHJA, and how riders can get involved with Affiliate ProgramsTreadmill vs. Hot Walker and which is better for conditioningAngel’s history with Molly including favorite stories and memories from her early riding daysTraining Laura and riding all her horses including who is the favorite and what makes teaching Laura both fun and challengingA walkthrough of the USEF Affiliate Program and the role it plays for riders, trainers, and the broader equestrian communityAbout Angel Pitton:  Angel started her riding career at nine years old and was all in from the start. She moved to Las Vegas in 1999 and opened Four Views Equestrian Center in 2001, where she developed juniors and amateurs to the highest levels of equitation, hunters, and jumpers, with juniors even competing in Grand Prix events. After recently selling her facility, Angel brought a small group of clients to Sagebrush Farms to continue her passion for riding and training. She also oversees the Southern Nevada Hunter Jumper Association, a USHJA affiliate, and serves on the USHJA Zone 10 Board of Directors.Thank you to our partners For Horses and Whinny Water for helping to make these podcasts possible.   

In this episode we cover:Virgo season is here!!!!Why is Laura’s horse Garcon labeled the menace at the barn?Taylor Swift and Julia Hanssen have only one thing in common.  What was the worst present Laura has ever been given thanks to Molly.Julia shares a wild secret. Thank you to our partners For Horses and Whinny Water for helping to make these podcasts possible.   

Veterinarian Dr. Leslie Schur joins us to unpack one of the most common challenges in equine soundness: soft tissue and tendon injuries. We cover:What causes these injuries and the different types horses can sustainHow new treatments like Prostride and Shockwave are being usedWhether arena footing quality really impacts a horse’s long-term soundness 

In this episode we cover: Adequan loading doses vs. monthly injectionsThe protocol for bringing horses back to work after joint injections.Why are Molly’s horse, Annie,legs swollen.Garcon was cleared to jump post tendon injury!Upcoming show plans.

In this episode we discuss:Julia's import, Andi, is HERE!Engineer Andrew returns to the studio.Laura's ziplining adventure at the travel conferenceThe purchase that Julia judged Tips for acclimating a horse to a new barn and environmentJulia's first jump school with Andi

In this episode we cover: Dr. Leslie Schur, our go-to vet and a cornerstone of the Las Vegas equine scene. She’s a Michigan State grad and co-founder of Desert Pines Equine, with decades dedicated to keeping equine athletes performing at their best.What the latest research says about joint health and steroid injectionsAre we seeing more neck and back issues in warmbloods?New joint therapies that are gaining tractionFeeding tips: grain vs. forage and what hay is bestSummer riding 101: how heat index and air quality impact your horse’s healthFollow Desert Pines Equine Center on Instagram:  @desertpinesequine

In this episode we cover:Julia shares what happened to her horse Uno in the pastureWe reflect on our heart horses and the special bonds we've hadJulia introduces her new horse, Andi, and how it all came togetherA look at the process of international horse transportationLaura talks about what went down when she tried to get on her horse bareback 

In this episode we cover:Key findings from The Chronicle of the Horse employee survey about the equine industry’s employee crisis.What are the top employee frustrations from their employers.What employees value most including mentorship and growth opportunities.Why the industry needs to embrace change to retain talent.