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Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am talking all about Bossmares and the incredible grants they offer for businesswomen in the western and equine industries with Ellen Bell and Marissa Burger! Building a business or pursuing your educational pursuits not only takes a lot of hard work, but also support from others. Bossmares is not just an organization that helps to fund your dreams, but helps women in the western industry network and connect with one another for advice and fellowship! When we have the support from others it gives us the confidence we need to see the our goals and ideas clearly for the good we want to do for others and for our businesses. Give your businesses the leg up you deserve and apply for a grant today!If you are interested in applying for a grant you can find the application here: Bossmares Inc due March 31stYou can follow them on Instagram and FacebookYou can purchase Marissa's books on Amazon or her websiteCowgirl Manifesto on InstagramEtalon Discount code: Cowgirl5Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am sharing my amazing conversation with a lady who I not only grew up showing horses with, but also has built an incredible career as an equestrian team coach. Tabatha Taylor is the head coach of the Texas Tech Equestrian Team and a longtime friend who has so many great insights into the challenges facing collegiate equestrian teams today and how we can help to ensure their future in the industry.The important impact being on a team can have on a student athlete's education and life from diversity, networking, and so much more. How it is important for them to stay connected with their community in the equine industry. Also, for the students who are looking to ride on a team in college or maybe you're a parent of a student she shares such amazing advice on what she looks for as a coach, how to choose the best team and school that is best suited for you, getting noticed by teams, and so more! I feel this episode will inspire more important conversations on this important topic and I hope it will help students who dream of riding on a competitive equestrian team! You can follow Texas Tech Equestrian Team on Facebook or InstagramIf you have any questions or want to reach out to Tabatha you can email her at [email protected] and use discount code Cowgirl5Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailNot a lot to say in this short episode of the podcast! I am just popping in to share with you my goals for this season of the podcast and the topics I hope to discuss with guests!This season my goal is to focus on the future of the equine industry from the next generations, breeding, the challenges it faces and so much more! Creating encouraging and educational conversations and inspire us to help make more positive changes for the benefit of the industry! Make sure you are following on whichever platform you listen to the podcast and on social media! EtalonUse discount code Cowgirl5 for 5% off! Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, it seems only fitting to talk about the future on New Year's Eve. I sat down and talked with Christy Landwehr who is very well accredited Master Riding Instructor and NRHA Sponsorship Director to name a few of her titles. Lesson programs play such a vital role for so many riders in the equine industry and a lot of us can remember that first lesson pony or horse we rode for the first time that we fell in love with and who changed our lives forever! In this episode, Christy and I discuss how what defines a lesson horse today has changed and how trainers in specific disciplines can do more to introduce new riders to the sport of riding. How open and honest communication between instructors and parents is essential to the safety of the student and for the running of the instructor's business, how thinking creatively can help attract parents to lesson programs and so many more topics. As we look into the 2026 and all the hopes and goals we have for the year, it is important to be having these type of conversations to remember that a student's first experience in the saddle is positive for them to continue to grow and thrive in the industry! Resources & Links: Christy Landwehr on InstagramChristy Landwehr on FacebookEmail: [email protected] your horse's future with EtalonDiscount code: Cowgirl5Join the TEC Email List!Check out the TEC blogSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailIn today's episode, I am honored to share with you my incredible conversation with Cheryl Cody. Recent inductee into the National Cowgirl Museum Hall of Fame and the NRHA Hall of Fame! She is an award winning journalist, photogragher, author and the smile reining competitors love to see at horse shows! She has truly built such a beautiful life and career and influenced everyone around her greatly! In this episode you'll hear her talking about the four main things she has lived by; to show up, work hard, be kind, and help the next person in line! How creativity is so helpful in the promotion and growth of the equine and western industries. As well as in managing horse shows, especially when unexpected obstacles come up! I had so much fun talking with Cheryl and left feeling so much more inspired with my own life! We talk about everything from who most inspires her, her foundation, what these recent honors mean to her and even about her love for Hallmark Christmas movies! Resources & Links: Take your horse's legacy to the next level with EtalonDiscount code: Cowgirl5Join the TEC Email List!Check out the TEC blogVisit the Cowgirl Museum!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I had the great opportunity of getting to speak with a very special guest who is changing the game for the horse industry in the form of jeans! Whitney Lloyd is the founder and owner of MarkWest Denim and as a horse girl and rider herself, she saw a need to create a riding jean for women that would help fix a lot of the common issues a lot of us girls have in the saddle from our jeans rubbing and giving us sores to having the perfect place to keep our phone while we are riding! Whitney shares her story of how horses shaped and influenced her life growing up riding on her grandfather's ranch and taking lessons, the design process, how MarkWest is supporting the industry and the community and so much more! I had such an incredible conversation with her and I can't wait for y'all to listen! markwestdenim.comIG: @markwestdenimFB: @markwestdenimSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailI know I am a day earlier than when I usually bring you a new episode, but I am just too excited about today's episode! This topic is something that has been on my heart to do an episode about for a long time and I knew I needed the right people to bring on to have this conversation with and boy did I pick the right people! Returning to the podcast from Season 1, Lauren and Ellie from Elevate Your Ride not only have the knowledge, but the experience to back up everything they share and talk about to help riders from a fitness and mindset perspective as you heard in our first episode together. In today's episode, what they both share about imposter syndrome and those feelings when we doubt ourselves and question if we deserve what we have is so incredible! Seriously, I am petitioning for them to speak at more events! I feel that Imposter Syndrome in the horse industry is often overlooked or swept under the rug and is something that needs to be talked about more! I took so much away from our conversation and I know you will too! Elevate Your RideFB: @elevateyourrideIG: @elevate.your.rideSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailToday's episode comes to you the day after my birthday and at the start of 4th of July weekend! I am joined by two returning guests this week Christa Lafayette and Laura Simiele of Etalon to introduce some exciting additions to their programs, the new research they have found and published about Roan Horses, and the launch of their July Promo! Roan horses are so uniquely beautiful with their eye-catching appearance and they have a long history in many different breeds of horses. Until now a lot of the research that was done previously about them was not published or we could not source it. That is where Christa and her team have stepped in to test and discover fascinating information about Roans and their genetic makeup. As a color genetics nerd, I learned so much from our conversation and it was so much fun talking with them again. I am so thankful that they chose me to have this important discussion that I believe will have a huge impact on the equine industry! etalondx.com to learn more about this researchFB: @etalondx and IG: @etalondxSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am talking with this week's guest all about not only equine law, but understanding that the more homework you do and the better you protect yourself the less confusion you will have in buying your next horse, running your horse business, or any of your dealings within the equine industry. Polly Hey of Hey & Hey Attorneys is an equine lawyer based in California, but is also licensed to practice in California and Tennessee and she is sharing her passion and knowledge for horses, the law, and the industry with me and you the listeners. We talk about several important topics that affect everyone in the horse world, trainers, owners, riders, and more. From sales and operating a business to current topics that might affect your transactions in the future. Polly and I had such an educational and fascinating discussion and I can't wait for you to hear it and I hope it helps you in starting to do your research for your next horse purchase or whatever business you are doing in the industry! Follow Hey & Hey or Blue Ribbon law on social media: IG: @blueribbonlawFB: @blueribbonlawYou can find her book on Amazon at this link! www.blueribbonlaw.comSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn Today's episode, I am sharing a conversation I had with a lady who also is a horse crazy lady like me, but that is where are familiarity ends because although we share the same last name we are not related.Cassidy Carpenter is a Co-owner of Olive Insurance Agency in Lubbock, TX that she has been very successful in running with her business partner going on 10 years now. She has developed quite the career specializing in equine and commercial insurance, but in this episode we focused on the equine side of course. Through her years in business she has seen a wide variety of claims and really built a team of agents and clients around her that she loves and works 24/7 for! She is so passionate about advocating for her clients' needs, educating them so they understand everything about their policies, working closely with carriers about what is working and what needs to change and more. We talk about so many other topics in this episode from Equine disease outbreaks to her latest cooking obsession! I had so much fun talking with Cassidy and I learned so much more about Equine Insurance that I didn't know before our conversation! Equine insurance isn't the most glamorous topic in the industry, but as Cassidy says in the episode it is life insurance for your horse and as horse crazy people we want to make sure that the people taking care of helping us protect our horses are communicating with us clearly and honestly so we can continue to enjoy what we love to do! Enjoy my conversation with Cassidy!You can contact Cassidy and her team through their website: theoliveagency.comFollow them on Facebook and Instagram @oliveinsuranceSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailEquine Genetics is probably a topic I nerd out about the most when it comes to talking about horses and the industry! So on today's episode, I am thrilled to share with you my incredible conversation with Christa Lafayette and two members of her team at Etalon to talk about all things genetics and more! There is so much more knowledge we can gain from looking at our horses' genetic makeup to help us become better owners, trainers, and breeders and ensure the sustainability and growth of the equine industry! Equine Genetics can tell us so much more than just how to determine what color a foal might be, it can give us more insights into what traits we should continue to pass along, which ones to watch carefully that we aren't passing on too many genetic abnormalities, and seeing the potential a horse can have in a certain discipline or in others. This information can do so much for the industry and really revolutionize how we see breeding and the equine industry for the future! We talk about this and more in the episode and i can't wait for y'all to hear it! Check out their website etalondx.com or you can follow them on social media!FB: @etalondxIG: @etalondxTikTok: @etalondxThank you to Medica Equine for sponsoring this podcast!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am so excited to share with you a very special episode with a lady who has so much heart and passion behind her business and helping to not only create positive changes with her clients, but for the equine industry! I met Lindsey Gabbard back in January at the Boss Mares event and she is the owner of Branded Equine Based Therapy Services in Harrison, Arkansas! Growing up in a non horse family didn't stop her from fostering a love for horses and getting bit by the horse bug with the encouragement from her aunt Patti Colbert who is a legendary cowgirl in the industry! She really shares in this episode her love for not only horses, but helping her clients heal and connect with horses and each other. She has also helped create a community with the veterans that have gone through her program! If you would like to get involved with Lindsey and Branded you can visit their website: brandedequinetherapy.org or follow them on Facebook and instagram! FB: @brandedequinetherapyIG: @brandedequinetherapyThank you to Medica Equine for sponsoring this podcast! Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am sharing my incredible conversation with a lady who has so much knowledge and passion for the equine sports medicine and rehabilitation field. Dr Sherry Johnson is one of the partners with the Equine Sports Medicine Team located in Whitesboro, TX and Scottsdale, AZ! There have been so many amazing strides made over the past several years to improve how we look at our practices in this field and how we treat our equine athletic partners. From improved technology to putting the horse first in order to care for every horse in a way that best fits each horse's individual needs and behavior. I had so much fun talking with Sherry and I learned so much on an area of the industry that I actually have been very interested in for a long time. We discuss so many topics, from creating a positive work culture with the team where everyone works together to put the horse first to how sports medicine and rehab has evolved in college programs in the horse industry. I can't wait for y'all to hear it!  You can learn follow Equine Sports Medicine Team on Instagram and Facebook @equinesportsmedicineesm and you can follow Dr Sherry on Instagram @sherryjdvmwww.eqsmr.comThank you to Medica Equine for sponsoring this podcast!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I will be discussing with you the five takeaways I took away from the Boss Mares Lead the Herd Workshop I attended this past January!Boss Mares is an incredible group run by amazing cowgirls that have such a passion for providing learning and networking opportunities to cowgirl entrepreneurs across the western and equine industries. Now even though I am only talking about the five things I took away from the workshop, there is so much more I walked away with that weekend. From new connections to discovering more about myself to build a better business and make an even bigger impact on the industry.   In the episode I talk about being a better networker, how important your support system is, continuing education, and more. I believe you will gain so much value from this episode and I can't wait for y'all to hear it!A big thank you to Medica Equine for sponsoring this episode! IG: @medicaequineTIktok: @medicaequineFacebook: @medicaveterinaryproductsSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode I am excited to share with you an inspiring and fascinating  conversation with a very impressive cowgirl who is making such an impact in the industry for rodeo athletes especially. Natasha McCann of McCann Athletic Therapy who works in the sports medicine field specializing in working with rodeo athletes. She has such an a powerful story of using the setbacks in her life to motivate her to do something different with her life and start her business and to help others. She also uses her gifts to help abused women and native women with War Party Ranch.We talk about so many incredible topics in this episode from business advice, the impact she has seen working with rodeo athletes at the top level, the experiences she has born witness to with the women at War Party and so much more and I can't wait for y'all to hear it! War Party Movement/RanchNatasha McCann is on all social media @mccannathletictherapy@warpartymovementSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailMerry Christmas Eve Eve! Boy do I have a great early Christmas present for y'all! On today's episode I am talking with the first woman to ever win the NRHA Open Level 4 Futurity in the 58 years it has been running! Kaci O'Rourke is a professional horse trainer who trains reining horses out of Aubrey, TX with her husband Jack Daniels. I feel so thrilled and blessed to be sharing this wonderful conversation with all of you today. Kaci is such a strong, inspiring person, but is also very humble in who she is. She believes that opportunities have to be earned by determination and hard work and that no one is going to give it to you! Which we can both agree on 100%! We talk about so many great things in this episode as well as some very important topics that have affected the sport of Reining over the past decade. I can't wait for y'all to hear it! Also, to learn more about Pond Hill Performance Horses or find Kaci on social media you can find that information through the links below. PondHill Performance HorsesPondhill MaresSocial Media: FB IG TikTokKaci O'Rourke on Facebook and Instagram Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailSeason 2 of the podcast is finally here! On today's episode, I am sharing such a fascinating conversation with you where I spoke with Savanna Mauch from Lamar Community College. She has such a love and passion for providing her students and potential students the best hands-on education and opportunities to learn and take them into their careers in the equine industry! Her goal is to make sure they have the experience they need to become the next leaders in the industry! In the episode we talk about the course she created with AQHLearn, what is special and unique about Lamar's equine program, and so much more. This is a great episode for this time of year for everyone, but especially for parents and high school students who are starting to think about college and what is next after graduation! Savanna makes some great points about the value of education and the hands-on approach community college programs can offer! If you love this episode and are interested in contacting Savanna about the program you can find her on Facebook @savannamauch! And you can learn more about Lamar CC and the equine program from the links below: Lamar Community College Horse Programs [email protected] or call her at (719) 336-1624AQHLearn Course Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am talking with Personal trainer Ellie Stiller and Mindset Coach Lauren Crivelli from the Elevate your ride podcast. I believe what they are doing with their platform and business is not only incredible for equestrian athletes, but in how it will value and impact the equine industry as a whole.We all know as riders that it's important to take care of our four legged athletes to make sure they healthy, fit, and ready for competition, but how are you doing with thinking about your own physical and mental fitness personally? Over the last few years the growth we have seen in the number of personal trainers and mindset coaches that work specifically with equestrian athletes is tremendous! Finally the world is starting to see WE ARE A SPORT and we don't just sit there! I can tell you if I just sat in the saddle on my horse during a sorting run I would quickly come off especially with how fast she turns to go after a cow sometimes! In this episode, we talk about that, injury prevention & recovery, growth mindset, tips for setting a plan and getting started on your journey today, and so much more! These ladies are so inspiring and knowledgable it is truly amazing and I can't wait for y'all to hear!You can find them on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok @elevateyourride. You can find all their podcast episodes on Spotify!  Elevate your ride website: elevateyourride.colaurencrivelli.comlopindowntherailfitness.comYou can find Lauren Crivelli on Instagram @lcrivelli4 and Elli Stiller on Instagram @ellile.stiller or @lopindowntherailfitnessSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailI am so excited about today's episode because I know the value it will bring to not only you my audience, but to the equine industry as a whole! I am sharing such a fascinating conversation that I had with a lady who I believe truly defines what an educated cowgirl is! Dr. Alyssa Logan is an assistant professor at Middle Tennessee State University and their horse judging coach. Her passion for teaching, her research projects,  her students, and the equine industry is so amazing and inspiring. I learned so much during this conversation and you are going to love everything that we talk about from the importance of education in growing the industry for the better, joint and bone health in horses, sportsmanship, and so much more! I have a feeling this is going to be one of your top favorite episodes! As well as one you will want to share with your friends! We cover so many important topics that impact the horse industry and Alyssa really is so knowledgable and brings so much insight to them!If you would like to follow Alyssa she is on Facebook @alyssalogan and Instagram @lysslogan. You can contact her as well through her email [email protected] the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailI am so thrilled to share with you a very special episode! if you follow the show on social media (like you should!) You know that a few weeks ago I was honored to be invited onto the Fit for Halter podcast by the host Amy Zabel! Where it was my turn in the hot seat! Amy and I talked about why I started the podcast, what I have learned from my amazing guests so far, what my goals are for the show, and more! We also discuss some important equine industry topics that since Amy was kind enough to share the recording with me I thought I would share it with you. If you missed the interview on Amy's podcast you can listen to it here, but you definitely should check out the Fit for Halter Podcast as Amy is an amateur halter exhibitor who has quite the experience with horses and showing. She has had some great guests on her show that are very knowledgeable about the halter horse industry and more! I hope to collaborate with her again in the future and bring her onto my podcast to her more about her story and discuss important topics that affect the industry! For now, I hope you enjoy my first podcast interview and my conversation with Amy! You can follow Fit for Halter on Instagram and Facebook and you can listen to her podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and youtube! Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am so excited to share with you my conversation with a couple who I believe have the biggest heart and passion for their business, faith, family and horses! Kason and Hattie Wolfe of Wolfe Select in Texas are not only very dear friends of mine, but have such an inspiring story and dreams for what they see for their business and the equine industry. We cover so many great topics in this episode from the exciting projects they are literally building at their ranch, horse sales, and how having the right people around is so important in life and in the industry!I also think this episode is so positive to listen to now as it highlights a trainer and business who believe that when someone buys a horse, that buyer and seller relationship should go beyond just signing a bill of sale and loading the horse in the trailer. They take the time to really help that new owner understand their new horse and help set them up to be successful as a team! I felt even more inspired after talking with them and I know you will too! If you would like to follow along with Kason and Hattie or get in touch with them about their breeding operations, horses for sales, clinics, or whatever you can find them at the links below!facebook.com/wolfeselectllcInstagram @wolfeselectTiktok: @wolfeselectWebsite: www.wolfeselect.comSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am talking with three ladies who work so hard and love spreading the word about an important topic that affects everyone in the equine industry whether you are a brand new horse owner or you have been involved your whole life! Ashley Harkins, Kelsey Buckley, and Andrea Manly work for the United Horse Coalition and the Equine Welfare Data Collective that works in collaboration with the American Horse Council to collect the data and report it in a way that we can understand for ourselves as well as educating others on owning responsibly and so much more! I had so much fun talking with them and I learned so much from our conversation! I really can't wait for y'all to hear it! I think this is a very important and interesting episode right now as equine welfare  is always something that owners and professionals in the industry are talking about and looking for ways to improve how we care for the horse, make things better for the community, and show the general public how much effort we do put into the standards and practices for the animal. If you would like to learn more about UHC you can visit their website www.unitedhorsecoalition.org or if you would like to reach out to these ladies you can email them! Ashley: [email protected]: [email protected]: [email protected] Make sure to follow UHC on Instagram @unitedhorsecoalition and Facebook at United Horse Coalition! Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailWe made it! We have reached 20 episodes of The Educated Cowgirl Podcast! Thank you so much for all the support and for listening to the show! I love bringing new episodes and amazing conversations that impact the Equine Industry! For today's episode, I know it's coming to you on a Monday instead of a Thursday like usual, but I have a very special one for you! As I am sharing an amazing conversation I had with two ladies that have so much love and passion for the equine industry, the horse, and the community! When this episode comes out it will have been about a week since the 2024 Legends of Ranching Performance Horse Sale concluded at Colorado State University where history was made with the highest selling horse ever in the sale's history so far, and larger sales numbers overall for the program! Which credits so much to the belief and hard work put in by all the students, instructors, and other faculty to make it great! In the episode you will hear from Jenna Hammel who trained this beautiful bay colt Poco 21 aka Benji all year and her journey with him as well as what the program and everyone has meant to her along the way! Also, her plans for the future post-graduation! You will also hear from one of the incredible instructors that helped her along the way, Alex Parsaye who is new to the CSU instructor role, but not new to the program or the University! Alex shares her love for the program, her students, her colleagues, and her hopes for the future of the program! I had so much fun talking with these ladies and loved hearing Jenna's story with Benji, the LOR program, and so much more! We share a few laughs in the episode as we are three horse loving gals who are excited about the industry, this program, and most importantly the horse!You can find more information about the LOR program on instagram @legendsofranching and on Facebook at www.facebook.com/legendsofranchingIf you would like to follow Jenna on Instagram she is @jennahammelSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan Mail I have a very exciting episode for you today! I am talking with someone who has become a dear friend of mine and someone who has made such an impact on the equine industry through the work she has done for the youth of the reining world! Sara Honegger the Director of Marketing, Youth & Affiliate programs at the National Reining Horse Association is not only wise beyond her years, but she shares her heart for the industry, learning from each other to make the horse community better, and she truly represents what it means to be an Educated Cowgirl! I had so much fun connecting and talking with her again after the time we spent in Italy last year. We cover a number of great topics about the industry in this episode and I can't wait for y'all to hear it! You can find Sara on Facebook and Instagram @sara_honegger and follow NRHA @nrhareining and @nrhya on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. To learn more about the programs they offer you can visit their website www.nrha.com and www.nrhya.com!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode, I am sharing a very educational and important conversation I had with someone who has dedicated her life and career to helping owners improve their horse's nutrition, to help them make the connection between the research side and what they see on feed store shelves. You may also know her from her own podcast the Feed Room Chemist and if you haven't, you should check it out! Dr. Jyme Nichols from Bluebonnet Feeds truly shows her heart for helping owners and the important topics that affect equine nutrition. This is such an important topic that we as riders, trainers, and owners need to learn more about as there is a lot of misinformation in today's digital world from people who claim to be equine nutrition experts, but don't actually have the credentials to make informed decisions about a horse's feeding plan. It is also important that we understand these nutrition concepts because the more we as owners can be informed about it the better the equine industry will be as a whole for animal welfare and proper, responsible horse care.I learned so much from our conversation, not only some new terms like what NSC stands for, but also what I should be looking for in creating a feeding plan for my own horse and more. I hope you enjoy this episode and you will definitely want to take notes for this one! You can find Dr. Jyme on social media on Facebook and Instagram @drjyme. If you are interested in learning more about bluebonnet and working with their nutrition consultants you can email them at [email protected]! *You may notice some audio issues in the episode as I had some microphone issues that I didn't find until post recording and I did my best to fix them, but some may still be there, but it shouldn't affect the quality of information I provide in this episode.  Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailI am so excited about today's episode, as I get to share with you my very candid conversation with a cowgirl who I have known and looked up to my whole life! She is a legend in the western and equine industries! Patti Colbert has been awarded the Fern Sawyer Award by the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame, has been inducted into the Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame, is a businesswoman and an accomplished competitor.  We talk about so many things in this episode from the importance of staying relevant in this industry and in business, to how she is helping cowgirlpreneurs with their own businesses and extended education needs, how her love for the lifestyle has passed down among generations in her family and much more. Cowgirls and Equestrians are capable of so many things and as Patti said we have to step up into those roles that will allow us to take action, move our feet, and make changes in the industry that will make it better! I can't wait to see what your thoughts are on this episode! To learn more about Bossmares Inc you can find them at www.bossmaresinc.org and on social media @bossmaresinc on IG and on Facebook!You can reach out to Patti herself by emailing her at [email protected] and on Facebook! Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailHey Cowgirls and Cowboys! I have a very cool episode for you this week and one I believe is not only approriate for this time of year, but to discuss the importance of the equine breeding industry and the facilities that truly care for the mares and preserving these bloodlines. Also, showing the excitement for what the future holds for breeding stronger, smarter, and more talents equine athletes! Over the past few years, I believe the equine industry has seen a tremendous amount of growth from not only new owners coming in, but with better genetics and breeding techniques facilities like Vista Equine are able to breed better and better horses which as Jake will tell you in the episode comes full circle as it is also making better horsemen as they have to rethink their training methods to train these talented horses. Jake has over 20 years experience working in the breeding world, so we talked about so many great topics in this episode and I hope you learn something new or gain knowledge about something you didn't know much about! As Jake says in the episode, breeding season can mean so many crazy, exciting things not only during this time of year, but for the industry as a whole! If you want to learn more about Vista Equine Colorado and their program by visiting their website www.vistaequinecolorado.com or follow them on Facebook @vistaequinecoloradoSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailHey Everyone! I am so excited to bring you today's episode with Madison Nirenstein or as she is known on TikTok @madisontnequine! I love her videos and her thoughts and opinions on important topics that affect the equine industry, but especially the horse show world. Madison grew up showing on the AQHA circuit, but over the last year she took her mare home and has started learning about the hunter/jumper world, taking jumping lessons, and competing a little bit. What she discovered was she loves to learn new skills as a rider and the knowledge that comes with it! Showing that stepping out of your comfort zone to learn a new discipline or skill can really impact you as a horse owner and rider for the better and open your mind to the many different facets of the horse world! I had so much fun talking with her on this episode and felt a real connection with her! I hope you enjoy our conversation and will share the episode with your friends and others! You can follow Madison on Tiktok and Instagram @madisontnequine to follow along with  her journey with her horses, jumping, and everything! Stay blessed and Ride on Cowgirls! IG: @theeducatedcowgirlTikTok: @theeducatedcowgirlfacebook.com/theeducatedcowgirlpodcastSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailHoly Cow! Where did the year go?! I can't believe we are already in the last week of 2023 and looking towards 2024! On Today's episode, I am reviewing some of the episodes I released this year and some of the important topics and ideas I discussed with the amazing guests I invited onto the podcast this year! I have been blown away by their stories and journeys of how they got to where they are and the impact they are making in the equine industry whether it's  through directly working with horses, working with associations, or helping coach equestrian athletes or business owners! They all are working hard to make sure to educate others and the future generations so the industry can thrive and to bring the horse community together! I also want to thank you all again for your amazing feedback, support, and kind words you have given to me whether it has been online or in person! It truly means a lot and I could not do any of this without your support! Enjoy today's episode and Happy New Year! If you love this episode please share it on your social media by taking a screenshot and sharing to your Instagram stories and make sure to tag me @theeducatedcowgirl and hit that follow button on Facebook, Instagram and Tiktok as that really helps me grow this amazing community I am building!  This has truly been the most incredible year with the podcast and I cannot wait for next year! IG: @theeducatedcowgirlFB: facebook.com/theeducatedcowgirlpodcastTikTok: @theeducatedcowgirlSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailI am so excited for today's episode! I am talking to two of my dear friends and two of the hardest working cowgirls around! We talk about so many things in our conversation from having a good support system, following your passions and what God has planned for you, the amazing benefits of these therapy services, and so much more! Jessie Wolfe and Baily Afdhal of J Heart Equine Services two women who believe wholeheartedly in what they do and work very hard to build relationships with clients that are formed based off honesty and working together to find the best solution for every horse. They believe in community first and educating the public and their clients.  I cannot wait for you to hear our conservation! If you are interested in learning more about J Heart Equine or want to follow along you can find them on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/JHeartEquineServicesyou can follow Jessie on Instagram @jessiedillin Baily on instagram @baily.afdahl and on tiktok @baily.coombsto follow me IG: @theeducatedcowgirlTikTok: @theeducatedcowgirlfacebook.com/theeducatedcowgirlpodcastSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailHey y'all! Fall is here and before we know it shorter days and colder months are coming! So on today's episode I will be talking about 5 tips that I think will be very helpful to you as you start to think about your winter horse care prep and goal setting to for the rest of the year to be ready to achieve them in the next year! I think having a plan can really help you to make sure your horses are happy, safe, and healthy all winter long! As I mention in the episode this is a preview for something I am currently working on that I hope to launch in the next month or so! Be on the lookout on my website for that! I have listed my sources below and if you could do me a favor, if you loved this episode please go to Apple podcasts and leave me a rating and review as that helps me know what you like about the podcast and anything I need to improve for future episodes! As that will help me be able to use my platform further to make an impact in the equine industry! Social Media: @theeducatedcowgirlSources:   https://www.extension.iastate.edu/equine/increase-hay-intake-winter#:~:text=The%20average%20horse%20requires%20approximately,percent%20for%20body%20temperature%20maintenance. https://extension.psu.edu/when-to-blanket-a-horse#:~:text=Blanketing%20a%20horse%20is%20necessary,is%20below%205%20degrees%20F. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_0qKOrC9f8&ab_channel=SchneiderSaddlery https://extension.umn.edu/horse-care-and-management/caring-your-horse-winter#cooling-down--52661 Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailHey y'all! I have another great episode that you will love! So if you have listened since the beginning or this is your first episode you know that apart of my mission behind starting this show is to promote the industry, but also to help bridge the gap between different disciplines and breeds! When we start out with horses or taking lessons we often start with one way or riding or breed and without even realizing it we can tend to close ourselves off in the bubble at times. I am guilty of that at times as well. However, when we do that that puts in our minds to believe the stereotypes we hear about barrel racers, dressage riders, jumpers, and more. Which only further drives us apart. We can grow so much as a horse community when we learn from each other and get curious to learn from someone outside our barn and that can help to bring more new people in! Well that is exactly part of what I talk about with my amazing guest Lainie Deboer who is an accomplished horsewoman in the hunter/jumper and AQHA circuits! Her voice for bringing in new ideas into the industry are fantastic and she is someone I have looked up to for a long time! I can't wait for you to hear our conversation! You can find her @lainiedeboer on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTokAs always you can find me @theeducatedcowgirl on all social media platforms as well.Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailI can't believe this is the 10th episode! Thank you all so much for your support! On today's episode I am talking with someone about a topic that I am sure can be a daunting word for every business owner in the equine industry! Marketing! From word of mouth, email marketing, and social media, promoting your business can seem very overwhelming, but it is important not only to grow our businesses but also to see the horse industry grow for the future!Denise Alvarez of Stormlily Marketing does a great job helping her clients find and make connections with the right people for their businesses to make connections with the people they want to work with and see their businesses succeed! She has such a strong mission behind her business and her insight in marketing and the industry is amazing! We talk about so many things from the comparison game to finding ways to stand out in a unique way on social media and more! If you like what you hear and feel inspired to reach out to Denise , you can go to the link below or find her on social media!@stormlilymarketing www.stormlilymarketing.comAlso, check out her podcast How to market your horse business for free content and advice!Don't forget you can always find me @theeducatedcowgirl on all social media pages!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailAre you struggling with your mental game and health during competition or running your business?Are you reaching out to experts for help but feel like nothing is working? Well on today's episode I was able to sit down and have a conversation with someone who I think can help you a lot! She is someone whose passion and enthusiasm for every single one of her clients jumps out at you with the care and attention she gives you to make sure you have the tools to succeed in your athletic pursuits, professional, and personal lives today and into the future! Her name is Katie Hollingsworth owner of Krave Coaching & Consulting and I am so excited to share our conversation with y'all! Having the right mindset and coaching can go a long way in seeing the success you want to see in your goals and dreams! Get those pens ready cause you are going to want to take notes! If you are interested in coaching from Katie you can visit her website at kravecoaching.com and if you need some financial assistance she is partnered with the western sports foundation to help with that, you can visit their website at westernsportsfoundation.org! And you can find her on social media@kravecoaching on InstagramKRAVE Coaching & Consulting on Facebook@kravecoaching on TikTokMy social media as always is:@theeducatedcowgirl  Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailI took away so many thoughts and opinions after seeing The Barbie Movie starring Margot Robbie! It is such a powerful statement that needs to be made in 2023 and I have seen the reviews from those who have closed their minds to the views Greta Gerwig worked hard to try and show in this movie and unfortunately their are those who don't see that! However, I see a lot of parallels between women in the horse industry and the commentary this movie was trying to make about how we as women are seen in this world! Although, we see a lot of women working and riding in this world we still get overshadowed by men!We have come along way in society as women in terms of career and life, but we struggle to be taken seriously and been seen as more than horse crazy little girls!Barbie movie showed us that it is okay to be seen as a professional, but to enjoy the freedom and beauty of being a woman without the pressures to be put into a box men like to put us in! Anyone who says that this movie isn't a true representation of  women in society today needs to watch it again with and really listen to what they are saying!This movie also inspired me about how I found my niche for how I want to promote my podcast and the horse industry and stand out among the other equine podcasts!I hope this week's podcast episode inspired you and sparks your own conversations about this topic!As always you can find me on Tiktok, Instagram, and Facebook @theeducatedcowgirl!Stay Blessed and Ride on Cowgirls!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailHey Cowgirls! I have a back to back episode for you today! I am very excited to share today's episode with you as I am talking about a topic that I am very passionate about in my life and that is judging! I love that I got to have a conversation about it with Patti Carter the Sr. Director of Education & Officials at NRHA (National Reining Horse Association). She brought so much insight into the industry and judging after being involved in it her whole life as a competitor, trainer, and as a judge. We discussed so many different things in this episode from education for judges to participation at shows and everything in between! I took so much away from our conversation and I can't wait for y'all to listen to it! I hope you feel inspired by what Patti had to say! You can find her on Facebook and Linkedin @PattiCarterAs always you can find me on all social media platforms @theeducatedcowgirl or visit my website www.theeducatedcowgirl.comSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailHey Cowgirls! On this week's episode I had the pleasure to talk with Devin Conley aka @devinoutwest as she is known on social media. She not only creates funny videos that show the realness of what it is like to own and show horses, but she also uses her platform to spread kindness and education to new horse owners!On this episode we talk about being a helping hand, being willing to learn more, the positive impact she is helping to make in the industry and inspiring others to do the same, her new role at Horse & Rider magazine, and so much more. I can't wait for you to listen to this episode! You can follow her on social media if you aren't already @devinoutwest on FB, IG, and TikTok!As always make sure to tag me in your stories @theeducatedcowgirl and tell me how you like the episode and leave me a rating and review on whichever platform you are listening to this podcast!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailThis week's episode I had the opportunity to talk with someone who is very passionate about improving the equine industry for the better and making horses more accessible to the general public whether from the APHA office or at shows! He talks about the importance of finding new ways to do better by our owners, exhibitors, and the community around us. I took so much away from my conversation with Billy Smith the Executive Director of the American Paint Horse Association! He really gets the bigger picture that if we find ways to get more education about horses out to the public, it will help everyone from the kids just starting out to our legislators in office creating laws that impact the industry! I hope you will feel inspired by this episode as much as I am! If you want to learn more about Billy Smith and APHA you can visit their office at the Ft Worth Stockyards or go online to aphaonline.org or find them on social media @officialapha on IG and Facebook and you can find Billy Smith on Facebook and @aphabilly on IGAs always you can find me @theeducatedcowgirl on all social media platforms!Stay Blessed and Ride on Cowgirls!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailThis week's episode is very exciting as I will be sharing with you my conversation with  a young woman who few years ago took a leap of faith and packed up her life as a filmmaker, actress, and producer in LA to begin a career as an assistant racehorse trainer in Louisiana! Anna has such a heart for racehorses, the industry, and promoting the sport to the younger generations to help bring the community together! I feel so inspired by her story to not be afraid to just go for it and try something new even if it takes some hard work to get there it is always worth it in the end because you never know what will come from it! I hope you will as well! Anna works mostly  out of at the Delta Downs and Louisiana Downs racetracks and you can follow along with her journey as well @thehorsegirldiaries on TikTok, @annalmclain & @horsegirldiary on Instagram! As always you can find me @theeducatedcowgirl on all social media pages! Don't forget to leave me a rating and review on wherever you are listening to this podcast!Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailWe all know that a new show season can come with many different feelings or excitement, ambition, nerves, anticipation,  and more. This is the time of year when we are all planning our goals for the year and the steps to accomplish them! On this episode I discuss six tips to help you prepare for the upcoming year of competition and to help set you up for success to make it possible for you to achieve those goals. Whether you are preparing for your very first show or rodeo, planning a comeback to the arena, or this is a whole new season for you I feel that you will take something away from this episode! Some of the tips I discuss in this week's episode are how to invest in your horse community and the importance of sportsmanship in competition, inspecting your tack and vehicles, ways to improve your riding out of the saddle, and more. Thank you so much for the amazing feedback and support you have given me since launching the podcast! I wish you all the best of luck in the 2023 show and rodeo season! And I will be back with a brand new guest on the next episode!Stay Blessed and Ride on! Social Media:@theeducatedcowgirl on IG, TikTok, FacebookSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailOn this week's episode I am talking to one of my dear friends Kelcey McNamee she is a wife, a momma, a cowgirl, and a barrel racer. She truly embodies what it means to put everything into your passions and your goals. Kelcey inspires me with how she is trusting God with the path He has set before her on this journey, but remembering that that is only part of who God made her to be. "This is what we do it does not define who we are." She is exactly who I thought of for you to hear from when I started this podcast as she understands the big picture of what it takes to grow the industry and keep it strong for future generations. It takes everyone working together in order for the community to grow and succeed. That there is no shame in asking for help when you need it and that money doesn't always buy you the world championship or title! If you have a calling on your heart from God and a strong work ethic there is nothing you cannot do! I had so much fun talking to Kelcey in this episode and I hope you take away just as much as I did from our conversation. I also hope you feel inspired by her story! Social Media: @kelcey.haasmcnamee IG Kelcey McNamee FB@kelcey Mcnamee on Tik Tok@theeducatedcowgirl on IG and Tik Tok The Educated Cowgirl Podcast on FacebookSupport the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter! 

Send us Fan MailWelcome to The Educated Cowgirl podcast! I am so excited to start this journey with you to help educate, promote and inspire the equine industry and bring us closer together as community! I will be uploading a new episode every other Thursday with new topics, and hopefully interviewing some amazing guests that are working and thriving in the equine industry to help make a name for themselves and promoting the community to make the industry better! I also hope to provide educational opportunities to the general public and to open your mind to learn new things about aspects of the industry you may not be apart of. I hope to close the gap between disciplines in the industry to inspire others to put community over competition and remind us that at the end of the day we all love horses and succeeding in our dreams! From the hunter/jumper world to the rodeo world and everything in between! Social Media:IG: @theeducatedcowgirlTikTok: @theeducatedcowgirlSources: horsecouncil.org/resources/economics/Support the showConnect with Abby and The Educated Cowgirl: Follow on Instagram @theeducatedcowgirl and @theabbymae2 Follow on Facebook @theeducatedcowgirlFollow on Tiktok @abbymaeTECCheck out the websiteDon't miss an episode so don't forget to follow the show or sign up for the email newsletter!