Forty years ago, Heather Smith saw a Lippitt Morgan for the first time, fell head over heels for the breed, and the rest is history. Today, she plays a vital role in preserving this uniquely American breed (and a lot of memorabilia) and has even spearheaded the creation of a new Lippitt Morgan breed registry database hub. Then Kristyn Sturken, equine product manager for Sentinel Horse Feed, joins us to share about the benefits of extruded horse feed! Sentinel by Kent and Blue Seal is the sponsor of the Breed Bonanza at Equine Affaire in Massachusetts. Listen in...

Horses in the Morning Episode 3716 - Show Notes & Links:

• Hosts: Allison Rehnborg and Glenn the Geek
• Title Sponsor: Equine Affaire
• Premier Sponsors: Chewy | Sentinel Horse Feed
• Guest: Heather Smith of Brook Hill Classic Morgans and the Lippitt Morgan Registry | Lippitt Club | Lippit Morgan Breeders Association
• Guest: Kristyn Sturken, Equine Product Manager, Sentinel Horse Feed | Facebook
• Equine Affaire App: Here
• To subscribe, search Horses in the Morning OR Equine Affaire in your favorite podcast player!
• Equine Affaire on Facebook
• Horses In The Morning on Facebook

Timestamp:

03:20 - Ancient Lore Village in Knoxville, TN

11:00 - Heather Smith

36:30 - Kristyn Sturken

This episode features a guest appearance from Coagi Long, president and owner of Equine Affaire! Allison and Glenn chat with Coagi about the "State of the (Equine) Affaire." Then we get the inside scoop from Alexis Miller, who competed in the 2025 Ohio Breed Bonanza and won! Alexis shares all about her beautiful Friesian, Ryklof. Listen in...

Horses in the Morning Episode 3692 - Show Notes & Links:

• Hosts: Allison Rehnborg and Glenn the Geek
• Title Sponsor: Equine Affaire
• Premier Sponsors: Chewy | Sentinel Horse Feed
• Guest: Coagi Long, president of Equine Affaire
• Guest: Alexis Miller
• Equine Affaire App: Here
• To subscribe, search Horses in the Morning OR Equine Affaire in your favorite podcast player!
• Equine Affaire on Facebook
• Horses In The Morning on Facebook

Timestamp:

02:00 - Equine Affaire News

08:00 - Coagi Long, president of Equine Affaire

30:00 - Alexis Miller

Day 3 of Glenn and Allison from Equine Affaire in Ohio. They bring you interviews with some of the fascinating clinicians, vendors and spectators that are attending this year! Listen in…

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3669 – Show Notes and Links:

• The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Jamie Jennings
• Guest Co-Host: Allison Allison Rehnborg, Marketing Coordinator at Equine Affaire, Inc.
• Title Sponsor: Spalding Fly Predators
• Guest: Kaylee Gingerich, eventer and new wife of Luke Gingerich
• Guest: Susan Friedland, author of new bio about Marguerite Henry
• Guest: Brook with Handmade Hats by Field and Flower
• Guest: LRP Rubber
• Additional support for this podcast provided by: Spalding Fly Predators, US Rider and Listeners Like You

Time Stamps:

06:00 - Kaylee Gingerich

19:00 - Susan Friedland

32:40 - Brook

35:40 - LRP Matting

48:10 - Auditor Post Show

Day 2 of Glenn and Allison from Equine Affaire in Ohio. They bring you interviews with some of the fascinating clinicians, vendors and spectators that are attending this year! Listen in…

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3668 – Show Notes and Links:

• The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Jamie Jennings
• Guest Co-Host: Allison Allison Rehnborg, Marketing Coordinator at Equine Affaire, Inc.
• Title Sponsor: Spalding Fly Predators
• Guest: Sam and Kellie Rettinger, Whispery Pines Percherons
• Guest: Andrew Nidy from Blueridge Farmstead
• Guest: Jamie Paxton from Little Blessings Veteran’s Outreach
• Guest: Beth Caudill from Horsehoodies
• Guest: Liberty Cunningham from Liberty’s Legend
• Additional support for this podcast provided by: Spalding Fly Predators and Listeners Like You

Time Stamps:

06:30 - Sam and Kellie Rettinger

24:20 - Liberty Cunningham

32:14 - Andrew Nidy

43:20 - Beth Caudill

48:00 - Jamie Paxton

55:17 - Auditor Post Show

Day 1 of Glenn and Allison from Equine Affaire in Ohio. They bring you interviews with some of the fascinating clinicians, vendors and spectators that are attending this year! Listen in…

HORSES IN THE MORNING Episode 3667 – Show Notes and Links:

• The HORSES IN THE MORNING Crew: Glenn the Geek and Jamie Jennings
• Guest Co-Host: Allison Allison Rehnborg, Marketing Coordinator at Equine Affaire, Inc.
• Title Sponsor: Kentucky Performance Products
• Guest: Lisa Diersen, founder/director of the Mustang Summit
• Guest: Megan Hensley, The Donkey Farrier
• Guest: Scott from Wild Horse Mustang Refuge
• Guest: Fran Severn on her new book called “Book of Barn Hacks”
• Guest: Deb Little - Artist
• Additional support for this podcast provided by: RideTV, My New Racehorse and Listeners Like You

Time Stamps:

06:14 - Lisa Diersen

18:52- Megan Hensley

30:36 - Scott from Wild Horse Mustang Refuge

41:50 - Fran Severn

50:52 - Deb Little - Artist

01:02:50 - Auditor Post Show

Allison and Glenn chat with two rising stars: Luke Gingerich and Nicolas Diaz! These extraordinary cowboys are making names for themselves in the world of equestrian performance. First up, Ohio horseman Luke Gingerich shares some exciting updates about his life and horse career, plus drops a few hints about his upcoming performance in Fantasia. Next, Nicolas Diaz and Allison chat about all things James Bond as they discuss the Diaz Family's performances in Fantasia. Get your Fantasia tickets while they last and make sure to come see Luke, Nicolas, and all our other incredible Fantasia stars at the Ohio Expo Center, April 10, 11, and 12. Listen in...

Horses in the Morning Episode 3651 - Show Notes & Links:

• Hosts: Allison Rehnborg and Glenn the Geek
• Title Sponsor: Equine Affaire
• Premier Sponsors: Chewy | Sentinel Horse Feed
• Guest: Luke Gingerich from Gingerich Horsemanship | Facebook
• Guest: Nicolas Diaz | Facebook
• Equine Affaire App: Here
• To subscribe, search Horses in the Morning OR Equine Affaire in your favorite podcast player!
• Equine Affaire on Facebook
• Horses In The Morning on Facebook

Timestamp:

09:26 - Luke Gingerich

29:34 - Nicolas Diaz

We're talking all things driving with driving aficionado Marcie Quist, who's presenting at Equine Affaire this spring on a range of driving topics. Then we're diving deep into the world of donkeys by chatting with Kim Elger, COO of Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue. Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue is partnering with Equine Affaire this spring to produce the first Donkey Extravaganza, a new special feature! The Donkey Extravaganza will feature educational presentations, demos, and a special wing of the trade show, all dedicated to donkeys. Listen in...

Horses in the Morning Episode 3631 - Show Notes & Links:

• Hosts: Allison Rehnborg and Glenn the Geek
• Title Sponsor: Equine Affaire
• Premier Sponsors: Chewy
• Guest: Marcie Quist
• Guest: Kim Elger, Chief Operating Officer of Peaceful Valley Donkey Rescue
• New Equine Affaire App: Here
• To subscribe, search Horses in the Morning OR Equine Affaire in your favorite podcast player!
• Equine Affaire on Facebook
• Horses In The Morning on Facebook

Timestamp:

10:00 - Marcie Quist

26:10 - Kim Elger

The race toward Equine Affaire in Ohio has begun! Join us for a sneak peek at the educational program waiting for you in Ohio as we visit with Luke Reinbold and Ryan Rose. First up, Luke Reinbold shares how you can become a peaceful destination for your horse. Then Ryan Rose joins us to share his perspectives and how he loves to combine modern technology (like YouTube) with horses to teach more people everywhere. Learn more about our clinician lineup (and buy tickets for Equine Affaire!) at equineaffaire.com. Listen in...

Horses in the Morning Episode 3606 - Show Notes & Links:

• Hosts: Allison Rehnborg and Glenn the Geek
• Title Sponsor: Equine Affaire
• Premier Sponsors: Chewy
• Guest: Luke Reinbold | Website | Facebook | YouTube
• Guest: Ryan Rose | Website | Facebook | YouTube
• New Equine Affaire App: Here
• To subscribe, search Horses in the Morning OR Equine Affaire in your favorite podcast player!
• Equine Affaire on Facebook
• Horses In The Morning on Facebook

Timestamp:

01:28 - Donkey Extravaganza Announcement

05:30 - Luke Reinbold

26:50 - Ryan Rose