Equine'n'Wine

In this first episode of 2026, Lorna and Emma-Jane ease back into the saddle (and the podcast mic) with a chat about goals, intentions, and the occasional total lack of a plan. From SMART goals to slightly chaotic “vibes-based systems,” we’re tackling horsey hopes for the year ahead — and what happens when things don’t go to plan (again).

🎯 Emma-Jane vows to “fall off less”
📋 Lorna brings the wisdom (and a spreadsheet)
📩 Listener email from Tina in Galway: “Are vibes a valid strategy?”

Plus, Lorna’s Golden Nugget this week: “Practicing 'light-seat' up hills!”

Cheers to a year...

In this Q&A special, we’re diving into your brilliant questions — from canter aids that don’t quite make sense (Stephanie, we hear you!) to surviving moody mares and dodging fashion-based yard dramas.

Lorna shares her golden nugget on the elusive “ice cream scoop” cue for canter transitions 🍦 and we also chat about riding fitness, following trends in tack, and staying sane through seasonal chaos.

📝 Listener topics this week:
• What really works when asking for canter?
• Is my mare just hormonal… or just done with me?
• How to balance gym and riding fitness.
• Are...

"We thought we were wise… then our horses reminded us otherwise!"This week, we’re slowing things right down and reflecting on what we've learned about ourselves, our horses and what our horses have thought us. Turning the mic over to the horses (sort of).It’s a heartwarming, thoughtful episode with plenty of laughs, personal stories, and the kind of horsey truths that hit deep.

✨ Featuring:
• Lessons we’ve learned about ourselves this year
• What our horses have (gently or not-so-gently) reminded us
• Listener email from Dani in Bristol about slowing down and not slipping bac...

In this warm and reflective episode, Emma-Jane and Lorna dive into five powerful lessons horses live by — the ones we humans tend to forget in the rush, pressure, and chaos of everyday life. Inspired by real moments with their own horses, they explore how much calmer, clearer, and more connected we’d all be if we actually lived like our horses do.

You’ll hear:
1️⃣ Presence over pressure — why horses never live in “what ifs,” and how riders can learn the same.
2️⃣ Rhythm before speed — the quiet foundation that transforms confidence and balance.
3️⃣ Energy tells the truth — horses r...

Winter riding… we love it, we hate it, and sometimes we simply endure it.
In this cosy-but-chaotic episode, Emma-Jane and Lorna dive into the true reality of riding through the colder months — from mud that could swallow a pony to windy-day lunacy, frozen motivation, and the surprising opportunities winter actually gives us as riders.

Expect:
❄️ Honest winter struggles (and the bits nobody warns you about)
💪 The hidden perks and training opportunities the season brings
😂 A clothing shopping list to keep you and your horse cosy, including waterproof, fleece lined full chaps, 'bum warmers' and thermal ev...

This week’s episode is a little different.
Emma-Jane pops on for a short solo update to share why Equine’n’Wine has been quiet — after the heartbreaking loss of her beloved mare, Daisy.

In this gentle mini-episode, she opens up about the grief of losing a horse, the space needed to heal, and the enormous love that makes these bonds so special.

Thank you to everyone who has reached out with kindness and patience.
We’ll be back next week with a full episode — and a glass raised in Daisy’s honour.

Who really rules the yard — mares or geldings? In this week’s episode of Equine’n’Wine, sisters Lorna and Emma-Jane dive headfirst into one of the oldest (and most entertaining) debates in the horse world. From diva mares to dopey geldings, they share personal stories, listener confessions, and a few truths only real horse people understand.

You’ll hear:
✨ The honest pros and cons of mares vs geldings
🧠 Lorna’s expert insights on training and temperament
💬 A brilliant listener email from Megan in Colorado on balancing confidence between arena and trail
💡 Lorna’s “Golden Nugget” tip of...

Mares or geldings — who’s the real boss in the barn? 😂
Emma-Jane and Lorna from Equine’n’Wine share their funniest (and most brutally honest) thoughts on the great equine divide — from diva drama to dependable dopeyness.

Grab your glass and get ready for a laugh — because every rider has an opinion on this one! 🍷🐴

#EquineNWine #HorsePodcast #MaresVsGeldings #IrishHumour

It’s that time of year when the veil between worlds is thin, and even the most sensible riders might start to wonder if there’s something to all those old horsey superstitions...

In this special Samhain edition of Equine’n’Wine, Emma-Jane and Lorna swap logic for a little magic — diving into the curious, funny, and downright spooky side of equestrian life. From lucky socks and horseshoes above stable doors to ancient Irish folklore and the fearsome Púca, the mischievous shapeshifting horse spirit of legend, it’s an episode full of superstition, storytelling, and a splash (or tw...

This week, we’re handing the reins over to you — our brilliant listeners — for a special Q&A episode packed with real questions, honest answers, and a few laughs along the way.

From rebuilding confidence after a fall to knowing when it’s time to sell a horse that isn’t the right match, we’re diving into some of the most common (and most heartfelt) dilemmas riders face. Plus, Lorna answers a rare personal question from a long-time Daily Strides listener about the challenges she’s faced in her own riding journey — something she’s never shared on air befo...

What’s in a name? Well… apparently everything when it comes to horses! From the elegant and meaningful to the utterly absurd, this week Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa uncork a bottle and dive headfirst into the wonderful (and sometimes ridiculous) world of horse names.

They’re sharing their favourites, the most dramatic show names they’ve ever heard, and the nicknames that make them laugh every time they shout them across a field. Plus, they debate whether renaming a horse is bad luck or a fresh start, play a hilarious round of “Real or Fake?”...

Remember when your childhood riding goals were as wild as teaching your pony piaffe or jumping picnic tables? Somewhere along the way, those fearless dreams turned into adult overthinking and endless “what ifs.”

In this episode of Equine’n’Wine, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa uncork a bottle and dive into the funny, frustrating, and all-too-relatable world of riding goals. From perfectionism paralysis and fear of failure, to the partnership side of setting goals with your horse, they explore why adults find it harder to commit — and how we might steal back some of that ch...

Who really needs to be fitter — the rider or the horse? This week, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa pour a glass and tackle the age-old question of conditioning, balance, and stamina in the saddle.

From building topline and stamina in horses to core strength, flexibility, and endurance in riders, they explore how fitness impacts progress, performance, and partnership. Can one side carry the other — or do both need to sweat it out equally?

This week, Lorna takes the lead on the episode (with Emma-Jane battling through a bust eye!) and brings her...

From the thrill of the search to the heartbreak of regret buys, buying a horse can be one of the most exciting — and most nerve-wracking — parts of equestrian life.

In this episode of Equine’n’Wine, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa uncork a bottle and share the highs, lows, and lessons learned from horse shopping. They’ll cover red flags in adverts, the emotional rollercoaster of falling in love too quickly, and the reality of what you actually get versus what you thought you were buying.

With personal stories, a few laughs, an...

Polish up your saddles and dust off those full chaps — this week, we’re taking a trip down memory lane to the tack trends of the 90’s that are trotting back into fashion.

Join sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa as they chat about the gear that’s making a resurgence — from eggbutt snaffles to drop nosebands — all while cleaning their own tack live on the mic (so yes, you might hear the occasional squeak of leather polish!).

They’ll debate which old-school items deserve their comeback, which should stay firmly in the past, and...

Is progress made in the precision of the arena or the freedom of the open trail?

In this episode of the Equine’n’Wine Podcast, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa pour a glass and dive into the great debate: schooling vs hacking.

Lorna makes the case for structured arena work — the transitions, the discipline, the foundation every horse and rider need. Emma-Jane argues for the magic of hacking — building confidence, fitness, and joy outside the four walls of the school.

Along the way they share personal riding stories, training tips, an...

Some horses stay with us forever — whether they were our first ponies, the quirky ones who tested our patience, or the legendary names that inspired the whole world.

In this episode of the Equine’n’Wine Podcast, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa pour a glass and share the horses who shaped their journeys — from childhood ponies to the unforgettable “heart horses.”

They also celebrate the famous horses who left their mark on history, like Milton, Desert Orchid, and even Black Beauty, reflecting on what made them so special. Along the way, expect siste...

Let’s be honest — horses don’t just eat hay, they eat money too!

In this episode of the Equine’n’Wine Podcast, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa pour a glass and break down the real costs of horse ownership. From livery fees, farrier bills, and endless tack shopping to those surprise vet call-outs that make your bank account whinny in pain — nothing is off limits.

They share funny stories of unexpected expenses, compare prices between Ireland and South Africa, and offer their own horsey money-saving hacks (from barefoot trimming to DIY yard job...

Every rider falls off — the only question is how gracefully.

In this episode of the Equine’n’Wine Podcast, sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa swap their most memorable horse riding falls. From the first tumble as kids, to the funniest flops, to the scariest spills that shook their confidence, nothing is off-limits (except maybe our dignity).

You’ll hear how we dusted ourselves off, tips for rebuilding confidence after a fall, and a few hard-earned lessons every rider should know. Plus, our Sister Showdown this week: “What’s worse — falling in the...

To Shoe or Not to Shoe – The Barefoot vs Shod Horse Debate 🐴👢🍷

In this episode of the Equine’n’Wine Podcast, horse-mad sisters Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa uncork the wine and dive into one of the horse world’s most hotly debated topics: barefoot vs shod horses.

They share their own experiences — from managing barefoot hoof care on the Irish countryside to shoeing performance horses in the South African sun. You’ll hear the pros and cons of both approaches, common myths about barefoot horses and shod horses, farrier insights, hoof trimming tips, and th...

Join Emma-Jane in Ireland and Lorna in South Africa for Equine’n’Wine — the podcast that spills the tea (and sometimes the Merlot) on all things horses, from barefoot battles and tack room truths to unexpected horse hugs and pony poo disasters.

Whether you're a lifelong rider, returning after a break, or just dreaming of the equestrian life, this show brings you honest chats, expert insights, hilarious fails, and the kind of sisterly sass you didn’t know you needed.

New episodes weekly. Bring wine. Leave your ego at the stable door.

Fol...