The Equestrian Podcast Bethany Lee

Scott Keach is a two-time Olympian with a remarkable 28-year gap between his Olympic appearances. Sharing his incredible journey and insights, Scott’s unique path from competing in eventing at the 1988 Seoul Olympics to show jumping at the 2016 Rio Olympics offers a fascinating look at dedication and perseverance in the sport. Scott reveals his essential practices for maintaining peak horse performance including training routines, care strategies, and the importance of understanding each horse's temperament. Listen in to hear Scott’s thoughts on the vital role of mentors in his career, his approach to guiding young riders today, and his advice for those aspiring to reach the top.

Sarah Louise Lilley is here to introduce us to EFT, an evidence based stress reduction technique which combines modern western psychology and the ancient eastern art of acupressure. It’s a tool that not only can be used to move past trauma, but also calm your nervous system and help get you into your body before working with horses. The best thing is, once you’ve learned the modality, it’s a free and easy tool you can use to release stress, limiting beliefs, and unwanted habits in all areas of your life. EFT as an emotional regulation tool, so you can choose how they show up as opposed to coming from a triggered, habitual or reactive place. Listen in!

More on the topic of all things fashion, Bethany Lee starts a conversation about what's in and what's out for summer fashion in 2024. Strictly from observing trends, Bethany shares her observations on everything from helmets to belt bags and sunscreen to hairnets. What would you add to this list? Listen in!

Jay Buxton the founder of Strides Equestrian and has built a reputation for sourcing, training, and leasing top-class showjumping horses, making high-level competition more accessible. Jay's wife, Paige, has joined, transitioning from a successful career at Deloitte to co-managing Strides Equestrian, bringing her business acumen and love for horses together. Her journey from a childhood hobbyist to a key player in the equestrian industry showcases her dedication to the sport and her innovative approach to managing their thriving equestrian center. Today, we’ll explore how the two have come together to run a  premier equestrian center in Croft known for its innovative approach to showjumping. Join us to hear insights on the future of showjumping, efforts to make the sport more inclusive, and the legacy Strides Equestrian hopes to leave in the equestrian world.

Resharing this super helpful packing for a horse show solo episode where our host, Bethany Lee, shares her recent endeavors on traveling for a horse show. Having to play the role of groom, barn manager, and trainer can be a lot, sharing from personal experience, Bethany literally unpacks all of her tips and tricks of important necessities to have in your car before the horses arrive at the show grounds. Being prepared is everything!! Listen in.

Callie Schott is an international U.S. show jumping athlete who grew up in Versailles, KY. Both of Callie's parents come from a background with horses, and Callie's mother, Elaine Schott, currently runs River Mountain Farm in Versailles, KY. After she graduated college, Callie was able to work under the leadership of John and Beezie Madden, producing young horses and competing at the national and international levels. Callie also has a background working in the horse racing industry, but quickly realized her love to continuing growing in show jumping. After recently being named on the U.S. Jumping Team Olympic Short List for Paris 2024, Callie has moved up in the rankings and made quite a name for herself. Listen in!
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