Stable Sisters

Episode 15: We Are Back! After an extended spring break, we're back—with updates, stories, and some exciting things on the horizon. In this catch-up episode, Emily, Shelley, and Shawna share what's been going on behind the scenes and what's coming next. In this episode: Emily opens up about Jellybean's serious health scare, what it took to advocate for her dog, and why trusting your gut matters. Shawna shares her journey back to riding after a major injury. Shelley gives a sneak peek into the launch of the Ride Well Training Tracker, which is why she's been MIA!  We're excited to be back with more stories, more horse talk, and more content to help you and your horse thrive. Thanks for sticking with us. We missed you! And don't forget the link to the wine we were drinking from Clementine Carter Winery. Such a special place!  

Winter weather, new horses, and busy barns—Shelley, Emily, and Shawna dive into the whirlwind of their lives in this heartfelt and entertaining episode. They swap personal stories about their horses, from the ups and downs of training to the deep emotional bonds that come with life in the equestrian world. Shawna shares the journey of her new mare, Mary Jane Chrome, as she transitions from the racetrack to a second career, while Shelley and Emily open up about their own experiences retraining thoroughbreds. The conversation also takes a reflective turn, touching on the impact of loss in their equestrian journeys and the excitement of new beginnings. And to top it all off? A bit of humor with PanGloss, a horse who just might have a future as an equine advice columnist. Join us for this lively, candid, and heartfelt discussion—you won't want to miss it! In this episode, we're drinking the Gratsi boxed wine again. Such a great everyday drinking wine. You can order it here and get 2 free glasses, which is fun! Emily is drinking her "grocery store wine" (we were in separate locations), Meiomi Pinot Noir. It's one of her everyday favorites.   

In this conversation, the hosts discuss their daily lives as horse owners, sharing personal anecdotes and experiences. They delve into the different perspectives they each bring to horse care and training, highlighting their unique roles in the equestrian world. The conversation covers insights into breeding practices, the importance of horse health and training strategies, and how to prepare horses for competition. The hosts emphasize the individuality of each horse and the need for tailored approaches in training and care. In this conversation, Emily and Shelley discuss the intricacies of horse training, emphasizing the importance of starting from a solid foundation, recognizing plateaus, and the role of physiotherapy in enhancing a horse's performance. They explore how to interpret horse behavior, the balance of stress in training, and the significance of documenting progress over time. The dialogue also touches on the development of young horses and the need for patience and understanding in the training process. Tonight we're drinking some awesome box wine! It's called  Gratsi and  their red and rose is really good. We haven't tried the white yet. Shawna has an affiliate link. Here's an offer for 2 Free Bàcaro Wine Glasses for your first order at Gratsi. To accept, use her referral link HERE. Also, this is fence Emily mentioned. Hard to believe the horse wasn't hurt but they literally barely had a scratch. Horses!

In this episode, Emily, Shawna and Shelley talk about the impact coaches have on students.  They talk about their personal experiences, lessons learned, and what they look for in a coach. It's a thought provoking discussion and will hopefully help you reflect on your coaching experience. If you are a coach, it's interesting to listen to the impact you have on students. It's a tricky job and can take a lifetime to get right! We're drinking wine from Sculpterra again. This will be a common occurrence.     We are drinking Pinot Noir from the Heroe line, which is both delicious and affordable (win win!). Learn more about the winery here: https://sculpterra.orderport.net/wines/Heroe  

In this episode of Stable Sisters, Shelley shares her annual public service announcement regarding horse health, emphasizing the importance of taking a horse's temperature when administering medication. She recounts her personal journey with her horse, Trep, detailing the challenges they faced with his health issues, the eventual diagnosis of cholangiohepatitis, and the lessons learned from their experiences. The episode serves as a poignant reminder for horse owners to be vigilant about their horse's health and to communicate effectively with their veterinarians.   No  beverage on this podcast, even though Shelley could use one while relaying this story.  

In this episode of the Stable Sisters podcast, hosts Emily Rosenbaum, Shawna Thomas, and Shelley Thomas brainstorm what features their dream barn and trailer would have, if money was no object. These features emphasize the importance of organization, airflow, safety, and comfort for horses.  We are drinking (much to Shelley's delight!) an old vine zinfandel called Wild Thing, from Carol Shelton Vineyard. It was a gift to Emily from her aunt, and we all enjoyed it! Thank you auntie!!   

Sometimes you need an instructor. Other times a trainer, and often you need a coach. What's the difference? How do you figure out what you need? Emily shares her thoughts in this "Stable Sisters Shorts" episode.

Winter can be tough! Frozen ground, darkness, and small indoor arenas that encourage too much circle work! In this podcast, Emily and Shelley give you 15 creative winter training exercises you can do with your horse to get through this dark, cold time. These exercises will help develop your horse's skills and improve your relationship. Enjoy! During this podcast we are drinking wine from Sculpterra, this super lovely winery in Paso Robles. Even if you aren't a wine drinker, it's worth going to the winery to see the giant sculptures and other artwork. We are drinking Pinot Noir from the Heroe line, which is both delicious and affordable (win win!). Learn more about Sculpterra Winery here: https://sculpterra.com/ Show Notes: Here is a list of the exercises Emily and Shelley shared. If you'd like a stretching program for your horse, request your free copy by sending Shelley as message here. Thank you for listening!  

Follow along as Shelley coaches Emily through analyzing her 2025 goals on her mare Pippa, and creating 8-week training blocks to move dreams to action. Our "action taking" beverage during this podcast is a cabernet from Ghost Pines. It was a gift to Emily from one of her clients - thank you! Show Notes: Ghost Pines Cabernet Sauvignon The goal setting and training block framework reviewed in this show. Interested in a goal setting session? Contact Shelley at [email protected] for details.  

Emily, Shawna, and Shelley give a big picture overview of their 2025 goals. They've each got some business and personal goals, and especially Shawna, are looking forward to closing out 2024. While dreaming and scheming, we are drinking some of our favorite "everyday" wine by Imagery. Even if you aren't a wine drinker, this winery creates beautiful wine labels that are worth checking out. Show Notes: Imagery winery. We were drinking the 2022 Cabernet Sauvignon. https://www.imagerywinery.com/our-story/art/  

In this episode, Emily, Shawna, and Shelley talk about their favorite moments in 2024, from horses on the international stage to personal moments. And since this episode was released in December, favorite holiday drinks are a hot topic!  Show Notes: Here's a mulled wine recipe Shelley likes: https://www.gimmesomeoven.com/mulled-wine-recipe/#tasty-recipes-61790 Here's a White Russian recipe Shawna uses, except she likes milk instead of heavy cream. You can use almost any milk (dairy or non-dairy):  https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/222900/white-russian-cocktail/ Emily's spiked hot chocolate recipe: ½ cup half-and-half- Emily uses Califa better half coconut almond creamer ½ cup milk milk alternative 3 tablespoons cocoa powder 1 dash vanilla extract 1 ounce chocolates liquor 1 shot peppermint schnapps 1 dash peppermint oil (optional but recommended) Whipped cream and candy canes optional for garnish Heat milk up in saucepan or mug, stir in cocoa powder then other ingredients, garnish and enjoy!   Fan girl picture - Emily & Mai Baum (aka Lexus), February, 2023 

In this episode, Emily, Shawna, and Shelley talk about resting and restoring horses as the year comes to a close. Not all horses benefit from long periods of rest, so they discuss ideas for making arena time fun and playful. They also talk about dealing with wild horses and offer some tips. Our drink this episode is a wine from Saviah Cellars, a lovely winery in Walla Walla, WA. Show Notes: Saviah Cellars - https://www.saviahcellars.com/ Links to Emily's Program -  Website: https://www.rosenbaumeventinganddressage.com/ IG: @rosenbaum_eventinganddressage FB: https://www.facebook.com/emily.b.rosenbaum Links to Shelley's program -  Website: https://shelleythomasphysio.com/ IG: @shelleythomaas_equinephysio FB: https://www.facebook.com/shelleythomasphysio/  

Emily, Shawna, and Shelley share thoughts about surviving (cuz thriving might be a bit ambitious) in the winter cold. They also get asked a lot of questions about clipping and blanketing horses so chat about those topics also. This episode pulls human and horse clothing and temperature management into one fun episode, while sipping espresso martinis.  Here are all the show notes, as promised!  Espresso Martini Recipe: Into shaker with ice 2 ounce vodka 1 ounce coffee liquor 1 ounce espresso Shake shake shake and pour Clothing Links:Action Heat heated insoles Ororo heated vest   Piper winter breeches  Free Ride Equestrian winter breeches  Mobile Warming heated gloves   Horze fleece lined boots  CC Beanie that we all wear!  Shelley's Ariat boots she loves Horseware blankets  

Welcome to the Stable Sisters podcast! This podcast is hosted by Emily Rosenbaum, Shawna Thomas, and Shelley Thomas. We are literal and figurative sisters, bonded by our love of horses and grit to live a horsey life. We like to say our passion is your entertainment. Join us as we share our dreams, failures, knowledge, ideas, and stories, usually while sipping a beverage together! We'd also love to see you on social.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stablesisters_  

We thought it would be fun to do a round of rapid fire questions (and we promise we didn't practice!). This episode continues on with introductions so you can learn more about our horse philosophies. We've got some fun beverage trivia to share too! Thanks for listening! We'd also love to see you on social.  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stablesisters_