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Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Scope, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker dive deep into the sometimes rocky relationships between horses and their riders. They explore what happens when a horse might not be the right fit for a rider or when a trainer makes a less-than-ideal match. The conversation highlights critical aspects such as: •Trainer Responsibilities: The obligations of trainers when a horse shows physical limitations or fails to meet the rider’s expectations, including navigat...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Scope, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive back into the ongoing discussions surrounding the United States Equestrian Federation (USEF) and its leadership challenges. After receiving a surprising phone call from USEF President Tom O’Mara, the duo reflects on their previous conversations about the organization and the reactions they’ve stirred within the equestrian community. The episode kicks off with a humorous recount of Jen’s initial panic upon the c...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Scope, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner dive into the pressing issue of accessibility in the equestrian world, specifically focusing on making horse shows more affordable. As they unpack a range of solutions, they tackle some controversial ideas that may stir the pot among equestrians. Episode Highlights: •Rethinking Prize Money: Jen and Karen propose eliminating prize money in the amateur and junior divisions, arguing that it may not incentivize partici...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Scope, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner revisit their recent judging episode, which sparked a lively debate. Jen receives a text that feels like a summons to the principal’s office, and it turns out to be from their guest, Sissy Wickes. With a mix of humor and seriousness, they dive deep into what they got right and wrong in their previous discussion about judging in equestrian competitions. Sissy, an accomplished judge and trainer with extensive experien...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Scope, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker dive into the intriguing world of equestrian judging with their segment “Red Flag, Green Flag, Pink Flag: Judges Edition.” Drawing on recent discussions surrounding pony finals, the duo explores the complexities and controversies of judging standards, the pressures judges face, and the impact of their decisions on competitors. They kick off the episode with a light-hearted banter about vocal warm-ups and AI-driven f...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Scope, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker dive into the charm and community spirit of heritage horse shows, specifically focusing on the beloved Blowing Rock Horse Show. Reflecting on their podcast journey, they discuss the growth in their delivery and editing skills over 70 episodes, while also sharing their candid thoughts on some of their earlier encore episodes. Karen recounts her recent visit to Blowing Rock, a personal favorite, and highlights the uni...
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Scope, hosts Karen Tanner and Jen Barker welcome the esteemed Dr. Rhea Merck, a sports psychologist and author, to explore the intricacies of performance anxiety and mental health in the equestrian world. As a veteran of working with student-athletes, Dr. Merck shares her insights on the psychological challenges riders face, especially those stemming from anxiety. Karen and Jen dive deep into topics like the difference between healthy nervous energy and cr...
Send us Fan Mail In honor of one of our favorite events of the year, we’re trotting out this classic episode! In this lively episode of Scope, hosts Jen Barker and Karen Tanner share their thoughts on the excitement and stress surrounding Pony Finals, particularly for parents and young riders. The duo discusses the pros and cons of the event, offering insights from their own experiences—Jen recounts her time as a spectator and trainer, while Karen reflects on her unique pony-sized perspecti...
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