Taking the Reins with Clay Cavinder

A Good Saddle Costs How Much? with Calvin Waters

If you own and ride horses, buying and keeping saddles in working order is essential to both the comfort of horse and rider. Calvin Waters is a saddle maker and leather worker.  He owns and operates Calvin Waters Saddlery in Troy, TX.  In this episode of TTR, Calvin and Clay discuss why saddles can cost so much, along with some of the points of proper fit.  Calvin is an interesting guy and the quintessential Texas cowboy.  You’ll enjoy hearing his perspective on the horse business, running his own business, and building custom saddles.
 
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Journey On with Warwick Schiller

Warwick Schiller is a horseman with years of experience communicating with and training horses both in the show arena and beyond.  His approach to horsemanship has received international acclaim and garnered the attention of thousands of people who have been to his clinics.  Along with this, he has developed and maintained a successful podcast (Journey On podcast) and social media presence that gives insight to horse owners of all experience levels.  In this episode you will hear Warwick’s approach to the mental side of understanding horses and enjoy listening to his experiences with his own journey. 
 
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Warwickschiller.com
Podcast: The Journey On Podcast
Facebook: Warwick Schiller Attuned Horsemanship

From Horses to High Official with US Congressman Josh Brecheen

United States Congressman Josh Brecheen comes from a background rooted in the horse world.  In this episode of TTR, Josh relates the lessons he learned through hard work with horses, in combination with his deep-rooted faith, to his current work in politics.  From Oklahoma country boy to the political arenas of Washington, DC, you will be able to see value in Josh's perspective and life-story.
 
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Value of Learning: The Road Goes On...

Stepping into the world of horses can be a really tough endeavor.  In this episode, I spend time with 3 young, new horse interested people discussing how they have overcome some of the hurdles of trying new things.  Through surpassing their fears and being willing to be open-minded, they continue to develop their communication and capability with horses.  Through this entertaining and informative discussion, you too will realize that you are not alone in feeling anxiety over trying something new...and not just with horses!  Plus, the conversation leads into what they have learned over the past few months while working with their horses.
 
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TTR Quarterly Recap

In this episode, Clay simply recaps the past 5 months of Taking the Reins. He ponders the lessons and discusses the things he's learned through the first 10 episodes.  Don't miss this highlight!  It will be interesting if you have been listening to TTR, and if you haven't....you may just want to make sure you do!
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Mustang Magic with Taylor McIntosh and Jamie Lynn Gilt

On this episode of TTR, Clay chats with Taylor McIntosh and Jamie Lynn Gilt of Elevate Horsemanship in Vincent, AL.  Taylor is a past Mustang Makeover champion and their business focuses on creating a better riding experience for horses and their owners.  Taylor’s positive perspective coupled with Jamie’s direct and honest approach to training horses and instructing people, they have “elevated” themselves to new heights in the horse world.  They have a passion for colt starting, fixing problems, and helping others. Once you hear this episode, you’ll feel like you’re one of their friends! 
You can follow them on their Facebook page Elevate Horsemanship and on patreon.com/elevatehorsemanship
 
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The Backroad Cowgirls!

This episode of TTR takes a little detour from discussing equine related topics.  BUT....this is an interesting discussion with 2 phenomenal young women who are well versed in livestock and the entertainment world!  Kiah Twisselman Burchett and Courtenay Dehoff are both from multi-generation cattle and ranching families, but they have made their marks in the entertainment world through the Climbing with Kiah podcast, guest appearances on the Kelly Clarkson show, Good Morning America, and multiple speaking engagements all over and much more.  The episode focuses on the pilot digital series The Backroad Cowgirls, along with deep hearted discussion on how to handle success and failure.  You will enjoy the life experiences Clay, Kiah, and Courtenay share throughout this episode.  Take some time to enjoy the ride on Taking the Reins!
backroadcowgirls.com
fancy lady cowgirl (courtenaydehoff.com)
coachkiah.com
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Horse Training Stories with Rob Huddleston

Rob is back for another sit-down discussion on TTR!  In this episode, Clay and Rob shoot the bull about training horses and the “good old days.”  They both tell stories of riding horses and how their previous experiences with them have shaped their lives. Through humor and honesty, these stories give insight into practical ways to work with horses and communicate with them effectively. 
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Straight from the Horse’s Mouth with Dr. Allen Etheridge

Responsible care and management is an important part of equine ownership.  However, many people are unaware of just how important dentistry can be to their horse's overall health and well-being.  Dr. Allen Etheridge is a veterinarian and owner of Southern Performance Horse Dentistry.  In this episode of TTR, Dr. Etheridge outlines the importance of regular dental exams, as well as discusses how chiropractic care is influential in performance horses.
Dr. Etheridge' website: southernperformancehorsedentistry.com
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Equine Marketing Strategies with Joel McQuagge

Advertising and selling horses are something most horse owners will have to do at some point.  In this episode of TTR, Clay and Joel McQuagge of the University of Florida, discuss marketing strategies for horses going to sale.  They also share insight into what has and hasn't worked for them in managing university sale programs.  Even if you are not planning to sell your horse, this episode will give additional insight into what goes into selling horses in today's market of online and live auctions.
 
For more information: A New Era: Marketing Horses for Sale | Mississippi State University Extension Service (msstate.edu)
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