Equine therapist and founder of The Masterson Method, Jim Masterson for many years worked on top U.S. equine athletes competing in events such as the FEI Grand Prix, Nations Cup, and Pan American and World Cup jumping, as well as with the USEF Singles Driving Team and U.S. Endurance Team.

His book Beyond Horse Massage has been translated into six languages and has sold over 70,000 copies. He spoke with Equestrian Hub Podcast host Charlie Brister, touching on a range of topics including:

• Developing a partnership with your horse
• The Bladder Meridian Technique
• Yawning means something
• Mystery hind end issues
• Slow down and pay attention
• Horses on military bases in the Philippines

https://mastersonmethod.com/

New Zealander Jody Hartstone was horse obsessed as a child and nothing has changed. From Pony Club to Grand Prix, she followed her passion to become an accomplished dressage rider whose entire approach was transformed after reading Dr Andrew McLean’s book Equitation Science.

She now specialises in coaching and lecturing in Equitation Science around the world, and has established Hartstone Equestrian as well as her Lusitano stud Cruzeiro Do Sul Lusitanos (Lusitanos of the Southern Cross).

Jody’s not to be missed conversation with podcast host Charlie Brister covers:

• Training the front legs more than the back
• Social licence
• The crossover of dressage and jump coaching
• Nervous system regulation
• Dressage without a nose band
• Behaviour modification through Equitation Science
• A happier horse for better performance
• Float loading super powers

At one time listed 3rd in the FEI event rider world rankings (an outstanding achievement for an Australian-based rider), there have been numerous highlights in Megan Jones’ stellar career, not the least of which was collecting team silver at the Beijing Olympics.

With a wealth of experience to share, Megan joined Equestrian Hub Podcast host Charlie Brister for a talk that ranged across multiple topics including:

• Keeping an open mind when training horses and riders
• From pony club to podium
• The importance of shifting your perspective
• Trials and tribulations of competing overseas
• Downsizing and finding balance
• Pace and line when riding