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This podcast has
46 episodes
Language
EnglishPublisher
Cindy Hartzell & Laura LangfittExplicit
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Date created
2024/04/06
Latest episode
2026/01/28
Average duration
49 min.
Release period
16 days
Description
Welcome to The Holistic Horsemanship and Husbandry Podcast where your hosts, Laura & Cindy are coming together to alchemize hearts and horses for a more connected life. We're two horsewomen from vastly different backgrounds, united by our profound experiences with horses and the life lessons they've taught us. Our goal for this podcast is to empower you to look beneath the surface of your horsemanship journey to find a deeper connection, more meaning, and more confidence to do whatever you dream of with your equine. If you've ever felt like there's more to life with horses than what you currently see working with your trainer, at clinics, and in the day-to-day with your horse, you're absolutely right. There's a profound connection with these animals that can truly transform your life - an energetic world that you can't see, but it's very much alive. When you learn to tap into it, you achieve a level of potential beyond what you can imagine."Spiritually Empowered Horsemanship" is for the heart-driven horse enthusiast seeking to work within that energetic world that we can't see. Whether you're a seasoned equestrian or new to horses, this podcast will inspire you to see your horsemanship journey in a new light.Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month as we share insights into navigating your relationship with your horse, mindful riding practices, trusting your intuition in horse training and horse husbandry, and embracing an imperfect journey towards a deeper connection with yourself and your equine. Each episode seeks to enrich your knowledge, ignite your imagination, and deepen your awareness.
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#46 Normal Horsemanship Without the B******t with Lockie Phillips
2026/01/28
Check out Emotional Horsemanship with Lockie Phillips
This conversation isn’t about techniques or quick fixes. It’s about integrity, tradesmanship, doing the work to become an excellent horse person. We sit down with Lockie Phillips, who shares that Emotional Horsemanship was never meant to be a brand. It’s a way to find the people who are ready to be honest with themselves and do the work with their horses.
Together, we talk about what happens when horse people hit a pivot point. When what used to feel normal no longer does. When questions and thoughts stop being about what you do to the horse, and start being about who you have to become for the horse.
We cover:
What “emotional horsemanship” actually means in practiceThe difference between transitional people and those who are off the fenceHow emotion, learning, memory, and movement are linkedThe quiet, normalized violence still present in the horse worldIf you’ve been questioning the industry.
If you’ve felt out of place.
If you’re craving honesty over optics.
This episode is for you. Hit play now.
Photo by KAIKE TAPPE PHOTOGRAPHY
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#45 Embracing the Year of the Fire Horse
2026/01/06
Find a more grounded way of being with Cindy
In this episode, we revisit last year’s “First of the Year” episode, reflect on the goals we set, and laugh at how little of it actually unfolded the way we expected.
What we thought would be a year focused on riding turned into a year of shedding, relocating, grieving, rebuilding, and making changes we never saw coming. And somehow, we both ended up feeling more grounded and centered than ever.
We talk honestly about the pressure of traditional New Year’s goal setting and how easily it sets us up to feel behind or disappointed, especially when our season of life doesn’t support rigid plans.
As we look toward the Year of the Fire Horse, we talk about choosing intention over urgency. Feelings over metrics. Presence over performance.
If you’re feeling ready to explore a new way of being in 2026, hit play now.
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#44 A New Path for Horse-Human Education with Anna Twinney
2025/12/23
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In this episode, we sit down with Anna Twinney to talk about a totally different approach to horse training.
We discuss how horses experience us. Anna shares journey through natural horsemanship, training mustangs, and using animal communication, to help horses and their people.
We talk about what many of us were taught in the early days of natural horsemanship, why some of those ideas stuck, and where they quietly missed the mark.
If you’ve ever felt uneasy about dominance, pressure, or the idea that a “good” horse is a compliant one, this episode will make you feel less alone.
We touch on many topics that people don’t slow down enough to question.
At the end, Anna also shares about her non-profit Trainers Without Borders. It's a project focused on education, alignment, and meaningful change for horses around the world.
If you care about partnership over control with your horse, hit play now.
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#43 Four Powerful Steps That Can Change Everything For Your Horse
2025/12/09
In this episode, we talk about communication with horses. We explore how breaking things down into simple steps can change your entire relationship with your horse… and others in your life.
You’ll hear the stories, the struggles, and the breakthroughs we experience in our work with horses.
You’ll want to listen if you’ve ever felt:
Lost in your horsemanshipUnsure what your horse is trying to tell youOverwhelmed by the “right way” to do thingsAfraid of “ruining” your horseDisconnected from your own intuitionWe share the four-step formula that will help overcome the struggles listed above. Using it will shift the way you see yourself and your horse.
Press play to get the formula.
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# 42 Can Competition and Happy Horses Coexist? With Guest Kathy Baar
2025/11/25
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If you feel torn about competing with your horse, this episode is for you.
We sit down with USDF gold medalist and natural horsemanship instructor Kathy Baar. Kathy competes on a high level, but remains committed to putting the horse first.
In this conversation, we unpack:
How Kathy prepares for competitionGood management of competition horsesHow to tell if your horse actually enjoys competition The role of intuition, feel, and emotional fitness in modern horsemanshipWhat true “mastery” in horsemanship really looks and feels like over a lifetimeIf you’ve ever wondered, “Can I compete and still have a happy horse?” hit play now.
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#41 Allowing Your Horse to Be: Secrets to True Connection
2025/11/11
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What if the greatest act of love you could offer your horse… was allowing?
In this episode, we get into what allowing really means — for you, your horse, and your relationship together. We explore how releasing expectations and embracing presence can transform your partnership and your inner world.
💬 Inside this episode:
Why “allowing” is often seen as a bad word in the horse world — and why that needs to change.How to navigate negative feelings when your horse says “no.”What it looks like to build trust, flexibility, and genuine connection — instead of control.The power of a hug: how one simple act can shift energy, reset emotion, and deepen your bond.You’ll hear real stories of heartbreak, healing, and honoring boundaries — from life with a heart horse to the lessons that come when things don’t go as planned.
Because the truth is simple: When you allow your horse to be who they are… you finally allow yourself to be, too.
Hit play now to listen.
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# 40 A New Perspective On Winter With Horses
2025/10/28
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As the days grow shorter and the chill sets in, many horse owners dread the coming winter. But what if this season could become an enjoyable time with your horse? In this episode, we share how to shift your mindset and embrace winter as a season of rest, reflection, and deeper connection.
You’ll hear how we're preparing our herds and properties for the colder months—and how we're finding joy and purpose in the process.
🌿 In this episode, we explore:
How to flow with nature’s rhythm instead of resisting it.Why winter is the perfect time to slow down and reconnect with your horse.Simple ways to make barn work and prep feel rewarding, not stressful.Creative ideas to keep your horse mentally and emotionally engaged without formal training.How to care for your herd (and yourself) through the dark, cold months with presence and balance.The truth about seasonal energy shifts and how both humans and horses feel them.This isn’t just another chat about blanketing or feeding. It’s an invitation to align with the season and find harmony in the stillness.
✨ Tune in and learn how to love winter again—horse and all.
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#39 Dancing with the Goddess and the Warrior In Your Horsemanship
2025/10/14
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In this episode, we explore horses as our teachers and mirrors. We dive into how foddess and warrior energy show up in our work with our horses. We discuss the differences in the healed and unhealed energy of each of these archetypes.
You’ll hear a story about two semi-wild Mustangs, Chief and Saturday. Chief battles laminitis and EMS. Saturday stands guard, nurtures, and sets limits. Their contrast reveals how our energy shapes training, hoof care, and daily handling.
Listeners will learn to:
Build trust, connection, and communication without force.Balance positive reinforcement with fair boundaries.Read nervous system shifts: parasympathetic vs sympathetic.Stop the “unhealed warrior” spiral before it starts.
This episode is for horse-first riders, barefoot owners, and pros. If you crave ethical horsemanship, herd-sensitive training, and deeper partnership, press play.
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#38 How to Advocate For Your Horse
2025/09/23
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Advocating for your horse is something we all have to do. But it’s uncomfortable for many of us. In this episode, Laura shares a real-life example of how she recently had to advocate for MJ. You’ll hear the story of a move, the red flags she weighed, and the moment boundaries and intuition changed everything.
We talk hay, health, and hard choices. We talk energy and mindset.. It’s honest. It’s useful. It will help you keep your horse safe and stress-free.
What you’ll hear:
How to advocate in a boarding environmentWhy hay quality matters and how to assess riskWhen to move barns—and when to staySetting clear boundaries without dramaAn energetic practice for owning your spaceUsing your body’s signals to guide decisionsA simple “What if… then flip it” game to calm fearIf you’ve ever felt stuck between “it’s fine” and “my horse deserves better,” this episode is for you. It will help you trust your gut, hold your boundary, and create a healthier daily life for your horse. Press play now.
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#37 How to Stop Micromanaging Your Horse
2025/09/09
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How to Stop Micromanaging Your Horse
In this episode, we dig into a habit that many horse owners don’t even realize they have: micromanaging.
If you’ve ever found yourself holding the lead rope too tightly, correcting your horse over and over, or feeling the need to control every step, you might be micromanaging them. Your horse isn’t the only one affected when this happens.
The conversation explores:
What micromanaging really looks like with horsesHow micromanaging affects your relationship and your horse’s confidenceThe surprising ways micromanaging shows up in daily routines, like cross ties, hoof care, and groundwork.The emotional toll of perfectionism and how to break free from it
Listening to this episode will help you learn to respond instead of resist, releasing the need to micromanage your horse. Because when you stop micromanaging, everything gets easier and more fun.
Hit play now!
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#36 Breaking the Chains Within: Finding Inner Peace Through Wisdom of the Herd
2025/08/26
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In this special episode, Cindy shares from her book Breaking the Chains Within: Finding Inner Peace Through the Wisdom of the Herd. The book is a guide for anyone ready to reclaim their power, trust themselves, and create deeper connections in their life.
In this conversation, Laura shares her perspective as an early reader, and Cindy reads us a sneak peek chapter from the book. If you’ve ever felt stuck in old patterns, doubted your instincts, or longed for more peace, this one is for you.
✨ Breaking the Chains Within is available now on Amazon. Listen in now and don’t forget to get your copy at the link above!
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#35 Secrets to Balanced Riding Every Rider Should Know
2025/08/12
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In this episode, we talk about how imbalances in your body affect the balance in your horse's body —whether you're aware of it or not.
If your horse struggles with:
uneven muscle development
stiffness going in one direction
hollow back or sore shoulders
difficulty collecting, side-passing, or moving freely…it might be you, not them.
This episode will help you get curious and more aware. You’ll hear honest personal stories from the saddle, practical tips you can try today, and deeper reflections on what it means to truly partner with your horse physically, emotionally, and energetically.
We talk about how common rider imbalances (like uneven hips or tight shoulders) directly impact your horse. We go over compensation patterns and offer body awareness exercises to help you unwind tension before you pass it on to your horse.
Bring your breath. Bring your curiosity. Hit play. Let’s find a more balanced ride.
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#34 Big Life Changes: Horses, Walking With Fear & Starting Over
2025/07/22
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This episode is raw, real, and deeply personal.
Cindy opens up about an unexpected life change — losing the ranch she's called home for 11 years — and how it’s shaken her to her core. But instead of hiding from the fear, she leans into it with the help of her horses.
You’ll hear:
How her horses felt her emotional chaos before she could name it
Why our internal environment is part of our horses’ environment
What it really means to use our toolsIf you’ve ever struggled to stay grounded during major life upheaval, this episode will resonate. We talk a lot about self-awareness on this podcast and this is a real life example of how it plays out.
Whether you’re facing a transition, dealing with stress, or just needing a reminder that you’re not alone — this is for you.
💬 “Our horses don’t just mirror us. They offer us the safety we often can’t offer ourselves.”
Tune in, breathe with us, and know you’re not the only one walking through life’s challenges.
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#33 The Magic Connection Between Hoof And Gut Health
2025/07/08
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The Magic Connection Between Hoof And Gut Health
What do cracked hooves, laminitis, and slow hoof growth have in common? They often start in the gut. In this episode, we’re diving deep into the hoof health and gut health connection—and what you can do to support both.
Farriers and trimmers play a role, but your horse’s diet, environment, and microbiome are just as important to consider.
When you listen you’ll learn:
Why chipping hooves aren't always your trimmer’s fault
How over-supplementing can wreck your horse’s gut health
How to simplify nutrition without expensive hay tests
Laura shares what she’s testing with her own horses right now—including a real-time case study.
If you’ve ever said, “My horse can’t go barefoot,” or “I don’t know why his hooves look so bad,” hit play now.
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# 32 Tips and Tricks to Keep You Safe on the Trail
2025/06/24
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Tips and Tricks to Keep You Safe on the Trail
In this episode, we talk about what it actually takes to have a safe, fun, and connected trail ride with your horse.
Inside this episode, we cover:
Why trail riding is not “just trail riding”The real reason so many people end up injured on the trailHow to build muscle memory that kicks in when sh*t hits the fanWhat groundwork you need before hitting the saddleWhy hind end control matters way more than you thinkHow to do a quick pre-ride check that sets you up for successWhy wearing a helmet isn’t fear—it’s respect
Staying safe out on the trail comes down to partnership, communication, and mutual trust.
🎧 Listen now. Your horse will thank you.
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BeksNY 2024/12/11
Timely and Digestible!
I cannot say enough good things about this podcast. Each episode feels tailor-made to the questions I have about my horses and feels as though I am ta...
Trose523 2024/04/08
Inspiring!
I found this podcast so relatable and thought provoking. Such a great resource! I am totally going to stay tuned I feel like I will learn so much.
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