USEA Podcast

In this episode of the USEA Podcast, we kick things off with a quick but insightful conversation with Amy Dorm of Marshall & Sterling Equine Insurance, who shares a few key tips on navigating coverage and making sure you’re set up with the right policy for your horse.

From there, we dive into the fascinating world of cross-country course design with Adri Doyle and Beth Perkins—two of the leading female designers in the U.S. The...

In this episode of the USEA Podcast, veterinarian and FLAIR® Equine Nasal Strip founder Jim Chiapetta joins the conversation to discuss the importance of equine respiratory health in performance horses. He shares the story behind the development of the nasal strips and explains the science of how they help support the horse’s upper airway, allowing for more efficient breathing during exercise.

Chiapetta also highlights rese...

Eventing couldn’t run without dedicated volunteers, and this week on the USEA Official Podcast, host Nicole Brown speaks to Caroline Greathouse, longtime volunteer at the Defender Kentucky Three-Day Event, and Liz Poole, experienced British five-star volunteer who’s now based in the U.S. They chat about how Caroline and Liz started volunteering in the sport, their tips for getting involved, and some of their favorite jobs.

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It's that time of year again! Time for one of the favorite USEA Podcast episodes of the year - the USEA's Big Valentine's Quiz! This year, Nicole challenged U.S. eventers Ryan and Lillian Wood against New Zealand's Sam and Brayden Lissington. Which country will come out on top? Tune in to hear which couple has the strongest trivia knowledge about the sport, pop culture, and each other to claim the win! 

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In this episode of the USEA Official Podcast, Nicole Brown sits down with Molly Pellegrini, the newly appointed USEA President, to get to know the person behind the role. The conversation spans life on the West Coast and East Coast, the value of fresh perspectives in governance, and what it means to give back to the sport through service. With a clear-eyed view on sustainability, membership, and the future of eventing in the U.S., ...

Welcome back to the USEA Official Podcast and for this New Year special, we’re taking on one of the biggest conversations in equestrian sport: social liscence. What it is, why it matters, and how every one of us plays a role in the future of eventing. Olympic champion, five-star winner, USEF Chief of Sport, and USEA EA21 Director of Coaching David O’Connor joins the show to unpack trust, education, safety, and responsibility, and h...

In the quiet stretch between Christmas and New Year, this episode takes a moment to pause and look back on 2025. Nicole Brown is joined by Rob Burk and Diarmuid Byrne to reflect on the moments that defined the season, from standout performances and rising depth to the stories that reminded us why this sport matters. With one eye firmly on what comes next, the conversation also begins to turn toward 2026, as the next championship cy...

This episode takes you inside one of the most ambitious equine-athlete research projects in the sport, as leading veterinary clinician Dr. Cris Navas and five-star rider Jennie Brannigan unpack six years of groundbreaking work on arrhythmias, fitness tracking and performance monitoring. From the heart-rate data that reshapes conditioning plans to the real-world decisions it informs at the top level, they reveal how science and hors...

This episode of the USEA Podcast is all about the future stars of the sport. We dive into the USEA Young Event Horse Program with two riders who topped the 2025 USEA YEH championships with their promising young mounts on opposite sides of the country, Nicholas Cwick and Arielle Aharoni. From how the format really works, to producing confidence in 4- and 5-year-olds, to what it takes to give young horses the best start in the sport,...

To mark 400 episodes of the USEA Official Podcast, we are shining a light on the heart of the sport. The voices, stories and experiences that make US eventing what it is.

In this special episode, USEA CEO Rob Burk reflects on the vision behind the podcast, the power of transparency and community, and the shared passion that connects riders across the country. We also hear from two riders within the eventing family, whose journeys r...

Few horses capture the heart of fans quite like Off The Record. Known simply as Timmy to his team, he has become one of the most beloved eventers on the international circuit. An Aachen winner, World Championship team silver medalist, and five-star campaigner, Timmy's story is one of grit, consistency, and the magic of the right partnership.

In this episode of Through the Owners' Eyes, Nicole is joined by syndicate members Rich and...

The USEA Annual Meeting & Convention is just around the corner and this year, it’s all about access, transparency, and celebration. Nicole Brown is joined by CEO Rob Burk and outgoing President Lou Leslie for a full preview of what’s in store in New Orleans from December 11–14.

From the first-ever “open door” format that welcomes members into nearly every meeting, to keynote speaker Natalie Hummel’s work on mindset and performa...

The countdown is on for two of the biggest weekends of the season: the US Equestrian Open Final at Morven Park and the MARS Maryland 5 Star. With a million dollars in prize money across the Equestrian Open series, all eyes turn to Leesburg, Virginia, where Morven’s rolling old turf, iconic backdrop, and Derek di Grazia’s cross-country test promise a true championship showcase.

Nicole Brown is joined by Sharon White and Woodge Fulto...

The USEA Classic Series is more than a competition, it’s a chance to experience eventing the way it used to be. From roads and tracks to the thrill of steeplechase and the all-important 10-minute box, it’s tradition, horsemanship, and education all rolled into one.

Nicole is joined by Max Corcoran and Amanda Miller to break down what makes the Classics so special, why they matter in today’s sport, and how riders of every level can ...

In this episode of the USEA Official Podcast, Nicole Brown recaps the American Eventing Championships at Galway Downs with Frankie Thieriot Stutes and Adequan® Advanced Final winner Tommy Greengard.

Frankie shares her perspective from the commentary booth, highlighting the atmosphere, volunteer power, and standout performances across every level. Tommy reflects on his $60,000 win with the talented eight-year-old That’s Me Z, from a...

In this episode of the USEA Official Podcast, Nicole Brown is joined by USEA CEO Rob Burk and President Lou Leslie for a catch-up on everything happening behind the scenes — from membership updates and budgeting challenges to the excitement of high-performance results on the international stage.

With the American Eventing Championships at Galway Downs just days away, the team dives into what makes this year’s event so special. From...