MULE TALK! THE PODCAST ABOUT MULES, MULE TRAINING, AND THE MULE INDUSTRY.
A published author with a lifetime experience of riding, and working with horses since early childhood, Cindy K Roberts hosts the award-winning podcast, Mule Talk about mules and donkeys. Interviews cover care and handling of, mule and donkey events, anything mule and donkey! Cindy interviews mule owners, mule handlers, representatives of mule and donkey ranches, veterinarians, farriers, sellers, and promoters of donkeys and mules. Cindy K. Roberts began working with mules in 1985 and is a contributing feature writer in several equine magazines. In 2024, Meredith Hodges of the Lucky Three Ranch teamed up with Cindy K Roberts on Mule Talk. Together, they provide educational and entertaining content about mules and the mule industry. Cindy also interviews mule trainers making a difference in the mule industry. Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production.
Episodes
WINDING RIVER RESORT - GRAND LAKE, COLORADO - WILDERNESS ADVENTURE - WITH HEAD-HONCHO MITCH
- Find out what Winding River Resort has to offer to your wilderness vacation!
- Mule and horse owners camp at Winding River Resort.
- Ride trails just outside the campground!
- Wildlife and beautiful terrain.
- Certified - weed-free hay is available!
- Hay rides - pony rides - rental horses.
- Helpful and amazing staff to assist you.
- Don't miss this ep...
JACK HALL - CROSS COUNTRY TRAIL RIDE TACK STORE ABOUT FLY MANAGMENT
- Learn about the different types of fly sprays - what would be your best choice to use on your horse or mule?
- Fly boots?
- Using a fly sheet?
- Fly traps?
- Feed supplements that break down the life cycle of fly population. Poof! Flies will not hatch.
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www.MuleTalk.Ne...
MULE GIRL SHOPPING WITH TINA RUSSELL - TUCKER - TURQUOISE MULE AND TUCKER TACK
- Custom tack for mules and horses
- Bling Bling designs
- Half Chaps/Leggings custom designed
- Spurs & spur straps
- Bits
- Reins
- Cruppers and Padded Britchen for your mule
- Custom designed mule t-shirts
- Turquoise rings, earrings - get it all here!
Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production - www.EveryCowgirlsDream.Com
www.MuleTalk.Net
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MULE CONFORMATION - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH
- The ideal qualities to look for in a mule.
- What to look for in the ideal head, neck, and shoulders of the mule.
- Both the mare and the jack contribute to the qualities desired in the mule.
- Be selective in your breeding program to produce desirable mules.
- Bone structure is important when selecting a mule for a job or performance.
- The mule should have an overall b...
JERRY STROUP - MULE MAN - TEAMSTER - LIVING THE DREAM
Jerry Stroup is a Missouri Mule Man - Teamster - Living the Dream!
Here the adventures of Jerry driving his wagons across country with his lovely wife, Yolunda.
Jerry is breeding his fillies to the new jack he has acquired - he also has some good broke mules for sale.
Don't miss this episode!
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UPDATE ON NATIONAL EQUESTRIAN CENTER - JOE BRAZIL ST. CHARLES COUNTY COUNTY MISSOURI COUNCILMAN
- The facts regarding the operation of the National Equestrian Center.
- Who is running the NEC? Why are the Board of Directors absent from community meetings regarding the future of the NEC?
- Proactive equestrian people need to serve to help run the NEC.
- Rodeos, Cowboy Mounted Shooting, Truck Shows, Car Shows, Horse and Mule Auctions, ...
THE LANGUAGE OF LONGEARS & WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A MULE GIRL - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH
- Times have changed, which presents new challenges in working with your animals.
- Learn how to work with your mule.
- Video your progress when possible.
- Animals will mirror you and react to what your body is telling them.
- Become sensitive to the needs of your animals.
- Working with a coach may not work for you and your mule.
- Meredith...
STANDING STILL WHILE MOUNTING - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH
- It starts with good nutrition and being fed on schedule to reduce anxiety.
- Ground training is essential, using a logical approach.
- Begin mounting in the Round Pen first - using a mounting block.
- Desensitize your mule with gentle strokes to the body to learn his sensitive areas.
- Start with a mounting block to eliminate pulling on the saddle.
- Have an assistant wo...
DO MULES NEED TO BE SHOD? MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH
- Take into consideration where you will ride your mule.
- Find a knowledgeable farrier and work together.
- Include your mule in the conversation while working on his feet. Have your farrier acknowledge your mule and talk to him as well.
- Terrain - rocky - mud - sand - grass - mountain trails - prairie.
- Mules inherit their hooves through their genes.
- Climate and weat...
HUZZAH VALLEY MULE DAYS - RECAP WITH MAX BISHOP
- Huge success for the MidWest!
- Obstacle course set up.
- Mule Rodeo!
- Over 90 entries for the mule sale.
- Family oriented and well received.
- Planning for next year!
Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production - www.EveryCowgirlsDream.Com
www.MuleTalk.Net
Meredith Hodges Interviews:
www.LuckyThreeRanch.Com/Podcast-Appearances/
SURGE OF MULE SHOWS - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH
- Work with horse show organizers about letting your mules attend.
- Develop a positive and winning attitude to work with other exhibitors.
- Attending clinics.
- Open shows are a learning curve.
- All equines are safer on the trail with proper training and exposure to develop their confidence.
DESENSITIZATION AND YOUR MULE - FOLLOW UP - CINDY K ROBERTS - MULE TALK
- Learn about the mule for what he is.
- Learn about his physiological being - to understand how he thinks and reacts.
- Using oats as a reward.
- Do not overdue the desensitization process, which causes flooding and creates high anxiety in the mule.
- Flooding can develop the SHUT-DOWN mule.
- Developing your partnership and more!
Myths About Desensitization - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch
- Develop trust with your equine.
- Correctly apply desensitizing techniques.
- Approach obstacle training with safety in mind.
- Break down tasks to achieve solid, reliable behavior from your equine.
- Keep safety first and foremost.
- Apply what your equine knows from his previous training, while on the trail.
THE MAN - THE LEGEND - MULE GUY - STUNTMAN IN WESTERN FILM - HOWDY FOWLER
- Howdy Fowler from Texas shares his life story and what a story!
- Cowpuncher
- Stuntman in Western films
- Prop provider for Western films
- Amazing mule trainer for stunts/film
- Don't miss out on the adventures of Howdy Fowler!
Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production - www.EveryCowgirlsDream.Com
www.MuleTalk.Net
Meredith Hodges In...
On the Trail with Mules - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch
- How to condition your mule(s) for mountain trails
- Proper feed
- To use electrolytes or not?
- Packing food and essentials
- Using the tie line
- How to keep your mules from wandering off
- Beware of aggressive wildlife
Mule Talk is an Every Cowgirl's Dream production - www.EveryCowgirlsDream.Com
www.MuleTalk.Net
Meredith Hodges Interviews:
www.LuckyThreeRa...
So You Think You Want a Mule? Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch
- Where to buy a mule for you?
- What kind of experience do you have as a rider?
- What are your character traits?
- Learn how to select the right mule for you.
- Talk to experienced mule people to assist you.
- Learn how to evaluate the animal you are looking at.
- Have a vet and a farrier do exams on the mule.
- The option of asking for a trial period with the mule...
Leverage Versus Abuse - Meredith Hodges - Lucky Three Ranch
- Learn the proper use of restraints.
- Chains are severe and can injure the nasal cartilage or the incisive bones when abrupt pressure is applied.
- Learn how to use the lead rope for a "Quick Twist."
- Old-time twitches can do great damage to the equine's sensitive upper lip.
- Selecting the correct hobbles for the task at hand.
- Sedation and tranquilizers can be ve...
MULE TRAINER PAUL GARRISON III - WORKING WITH CLIENTS AND THEIR MULES
- Learn about different training methods to get the mule to focus on you.
- Paul talks about tack fitting properly, what to use, and what works.
- Starting a young mule at the age of 3 will add useful years to your mule's life.
- Don't push your mule on challenging rides until age 4.
- Advice for older riders - getting into shape.
- Paul is also available to come to your ranch...
CORRECT SADDLE FIT & PLACEMENT PART 2 - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH
- Girths - selecting the right girth for your mule.
- Britchen - how to fit and adjust to your mule.
- Cruppers - how to fit and adjust to your mule.
- Remember, comfort is everything to a mule, fit and proper tack is essential.
- Mules will act out from ill-fitting tack.
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CORRECT SADDLE FIT & PLACEMENT PART 1 - MEREDITH HODGES - LUCKY THREE RANCH
- My equines taught me that in order to make an educated decision about which tack and equipment to use, one needs to take into account the anatomy of the equine and the effect it will have on his body movement.
- Good conformation is important in allowing the equine to perform to the best of his ability, but so is developing core strength elements ...
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