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Join Noëlle each week, as she embarks on a journey to explore the vast and diverse游戏副本 world of horses, delving into the many sub-communities and cultures that shape our shared passion. This podcast is about more than just riding styles or training techniques; it's about celebrating the deep connection between humans and horses, and understanding the common threads that tie us together. Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting out, you'll find inspiration, knowledge, and a sense of belonging in every episode.
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- 4 days ago25 min
Welcome to the NOËLLE FLOYD Podcast!
Have you ever moved through a community — any community — feeling like you were watching from just outside the circle? Like everyone else had found their tribe and you were still looking? That feeling of not belonging might not be something to fix. It might be exactly what makes you exceptional. In this first solo episode of the Noelle Floyd Podcast, Noëlle Floyd makes the case that not belonging is one of the most underrated strengths a person can have — and shares the personal story, the science, and the poetry to back it up. You'll hear why Noëlle started this platform in the first place: not to broadcast to the horse world, but to be in genuine conversation with it. Fifteen years of writing, a magazine, a media platform, and now a podcast and Substack — all of it built on the belief that clarity and connection matter more than belonging to the right group. You'll learn about Noëlle's late ADHD diagnosis and how it reframed everything she'd believed about herself. For years, she told herself her questions were too many, too deep, too irritating. Neurodivergence, she now understands, was never a handicap — it's the engine behind everything she does. If you've ever been told you think too differently, ask too many questions, or just don't quite fit, this conversation is for you. You'll also hear Noëlle's introduction to the concept of outroversion — a framework proposed by psychologist Ramin Kaminski in The Gift of Not Belonging — and why she believes the horse world, and the world at large, would be better if outsiders were celebrated as much as insiders. The diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, disciplines, and ways of being that people bring is not a problem to solve. It's the whole point. Noëlle also shares why clarity is a form of care — not just for yourself, but for your horse. Because horses don't have a voice. Your unresolved questions, borrowed beliefs, and secondhand certainties become their lived experience. Seeking clarity isn't self-indulgence. It's responsibility. This episode closes with an original poem Noëlle wrote — Who Do You Think You Are? — a meditation on identity, individuality, and what it means to be exactly, irreducibly yourself. This is the Noelle Floyd Podcast — an equestrian podcast for curious minds, outsiders, and anyone who has ever felt like the horse world, or any world, was asking them to be a little less than they are. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN Why not belonging is a documented psychological strength — and how psychologist Ramin Kaminski's concept of outroversion reframes the outsider experience as a competitive advantage rather than a social failure How Noëlle's late ADHD diagnosis transformed the story she'd been telling herself about being too curious, too questioning, and too much — and why neurodivergence can be one of the most powerful traits a thinker and storyteller can carry Why your personal clarity directly affects your horse's welfare — because horses cannot articulate confusion, your unresolved questions and secondhand certainties become part of their daily experience What the difference is between communicating for a community versus to it, and how that single distinction shapes the kind of platform, podcast, and conversation Noëlle is building How to participate in Noëlle's upcoming Q&A series through Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, the Noelle Floyd+ platform, and Substack — where she will personally read every question submitted Why staying outside any single tribe or discipline gives you the objectivity to see patterns, ask harder questions, and contribute something no insider can What finally got Noëlle in front of the camera after months of hesitation — and the mindset shift that transformed a personal roadblock into the foundation of this episode CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS [00:00] Welcome to the Noelle Floyd Podcast: Why the Name Changed [00:30] Fifteen Years of Writing For the Horse World, Not To It [01:16] What These Solo Episodes Will Be: Real Conversation, Real Community [02:00] Clarity and Connection: The Two Pillars Behind Everything Noëlle Does [04:41] The Question Behind Every Question: How "Feel" Became a Central Theme [05:22] Why Information Is Power — and Withholding It Is a Welfare Issue [07:22] Noëlle's Origin Story: Barn Brat, Working Student, and a Lot of Jobs Before 21 [09:17] The Late ADHD Diagnosis That Reframed Her Entire Story<span class="Apple-
- 1 weeks ago44 min
The Rider Ego vs. The Horseman Standard: Turnout, Horse Karma, and Clear Boundaries Daniel Bluman Part 2
It is easy to get wrapped up in the competitive environment when prize money and recognition wait at the gate. Our natural human instinct causes us to objectify horses as high-speed pieces of equipment or treat them like sentimental human pets, yet both approaches cause immense confusion for the animal. When challenges arise, a rider focuses strictly on overriding the obstacle in front of them, whereas a horseman steps back to evaluate the wider picture and protect the partnership. Daniel Bluman breaks down the psychological differences between these choices, sharing the real-world management practices that establish what he calls horse karma. He discusses why daily turnout and social connection create a healthier brain for an athletic horse, allowing them to remain sound and happy for years. What is Horse Karma?: Daniel shares a childhood story from Colombia that shaped his belief that treating every horse with empathy always pays it forward. Clarity is Humanity: Loving a horse means giving clear, decisive training directions instead of treats, carrots, and confusing human sentimentality. Becoming Indispensable: Learning how the animal functions biologically makes a person scarce and highly valued, securing a sustainable livelihood. Managing Social Validation: Daniel urges us to handle the craving for online recognition and instead celebrate the unseen daily lifestyle. Meet Daniel Daniel Bluman is an Olympic athlete and co-founder of Bluman Equestrian. He is an entrepreneur and a producer of horses who believes patience is a massive competitive advantage. His philosophy rests on the conviction that horses are our teachers, and our primary mission is to provide them with respect and dignity. Explore the mission at: BlumanEquestrian.com This episode is brought to you by: Connaway & Associates Equine Insurance Services, Inc. The friendly and knowledgeable team at Connaway & Associates brings together more than 30 years of experience to offer a wide range of insurance services, including horse insurance, farm insurance, and liability insurance. Visit www.connaway.net | @connawayassociates | facebook.com/connawayassociatesequine Chapters and Time Stamps: 0:00 Horses are not equipment 4:00 Stop canceling riders you don't understand 5:10 Why clarity is kindness 8:32 The problem with humanizing horses 9:33 Why Daniel turns his horses out together 11:26 What stall life does to a horse's eyesight 12:54 When science catches up to horsemanship 14:00 Why the same ring every day limits your horse 17:00 The disappearing horseman 21:40 Horsemen always earn more than riders 25:35 Show jumping's social license problem 28:00 Managing the social media validation trap 35:50 Rapid fire questions
- 2 weeks ago41 min
The Rider Ego vs. The Horseman Standard: Choosing the Animal Over the Accolades with Daniel Bluman
We have all walked into the barn carrying the weight of a chaotic day, a mile-long to-do list, and a rider ego that thinks jumping twenty fences is the only way to improve. We get clumsy because we try hard to chase points, ribbons, and instant gratification. We end up losing the horse. Three-time Olympian Daniel Bluman helps us trade that frantic energy for a higher standard. Daniel represents Israel on the world stage, but his true strength lies in his ability to do less. He reminds us that our horse is an animal rather than a tool, and our success belongs in the quality of our bond instead of the ribbons we collect. If you feel tired of the frantic cycle, this conversation provides permission to stop performing and start listening. We dive into the shift from rider goals—those check-box milestones we want for ourselves—to horseman needs, which are the mental and physical foundations our horses require to thrive. The Glamorous Farmer Mindset: Daniel explains why elite success requires appreciating the daily, weather-independent lifestyle of a simple farmer. The Trap of Accolades: Chasing endless victories and high rankings leads to an unfulfilled career, whereas finding joy in the daily routine changes the game. Educating the Next Generation: Daniel shares his focus on raising his children to be great horsemen and happy, well-balanced people. Postponing Your Own Gratification: A true horseman stays honest to the path, protecting the horse above immediate ring results Meet Daniel Daniel Bluman is an Olympic athlete and co-founder of Bluman Equestrian. He is an entrepreneur and a producer of horses who believes patience is a massive competitive advantage. His philosophy rests on the conviction that horses are our teachers, and our primary mission is to provide them with respect and dignity. Explore the mission at: BlumanEquestrian.com CHAPTERS & TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 Daniel Bluman Joins Dear Horse World: Why He Reached Out 00:02:09 What Watching Other Riders Teaches You About This Sport 00:03:56 Glamorous Farmers: The Connection to Nature Every Horseman Needs 00:06:27 What Show Jumping Must Not Forget as Prize Money Pours In 00:10:06 Why Chasing Fame in the Horse World Leads to a Miserable Career 00:13:28 The Barns Around the World That Showed Daniel What Really Matters 00:15:19 How to Fall in Love With the Life of the Horseman 00:16:35 The Mentors Who Showed Him You Can Be Both Horseman and Champion 00:20:46 Rider vs. Horseman: Daniel's Full Breakdown 00:25:02 What's Happening Inside a Rider's Mind When the Horse Gets Left Behind 00:29:11 The Riders Daniel Fears in Competition — and Admires Most as Horsemen 00:31:27 Horse Karma: Treating Every Horse Right Is How Champions Are Made
- 3 weeks ago1h 21m
How Equine Bodywork for Horse Owners Transforms Your Horse Partnership with Jim Masterson
What if everything you've been calling a behavior problem is actually your horse asking for help? On this episode of Dear Horse World, Noëlle sits down with Jim Masterson — founder of the Masterson Method and a leading voice in equine bodywork for horse owners — to explore exactly that question. Jim has worked hands-on with an estimated 700 horses a year at peak, trained over 10,000 students worldwide, and built a method shaped entirely by what horses told him. This conversation will change how you see your horse. Jim and Noëlle unpack how the horse nervous system moves between sympathetic arousal (guarding, bracing) and parasympathetic release (dropping the head, yawning, shifting weight). You'll understand why an agenda — even a caring one — can block that release, and how approaching your horse with quiet, clear intention changes what becomes possible. Natural horsemanship principles run through everything: you're not working on the horse. You're working with it. IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN Why the poll-atlas junction is the single most important tension point in your horse's body, and how releasing it can shift movement, behavior, and comfort throughout the entire horse — not just the neck. How to identify when your horse's "behavior problems" — head-shyness, resistance to bridling, difficulty with one canter lead, sudden bucking — are expressions of physical tension, not disobedience. Jim's five levels of touch (air gap, egg yolk, grape, lemon, and hard lime) and how to stay beneath your horse's bracing response so tension can actually release instead of getting blocked. How to start the bladder meridian technique today — free, with no equipment — by following the blinks, yawns, and lick-and-chew responses your horse is already giving you. How your horse's nervous system moves between sympathetic guarding and parasympathetic release, and what visible signs tell you a real tension release has happened. Why approaching body work without a "fix it" agenda is essential — and how your own intention and presence either opens your horse up or causes them to shut down and block out the work entirely. Why regular body work is one of the only things you can do with your horse that is all give and no take — and how even one bladder meridian session can begin to transform your horse's trust in you. Jim Masterson is the creator of the Masterson Method Integrated Equine Performance Bodywork, author of Beyond Horse Massage, and former body worker for the US Endurance Team. He has certified over 650 practitioners in 20 countries and taught more than 10,000 students since 2006. Start your equine bodywork for horse owners journey at MastersonMethod.com. Instagram and Facebook Watch the free bladder meridian video on YouTube, and share this equestrian podcast with every horse owner in your life who has a horse they don't fully understand yet. Chapters: 00:00:00 When Behavior Is Pain: The Lens That Changes Everything 00:01:33 Jim Masterson on 10,000 Students and a Method Born From Horses 00:04:32 From Groom to Bodywork Pioneer: How It All Started 00:07:09 Discovering the Bladder Meridian and What Horses Were Showing Him 00:14:23 Congo, Baboons, and Learning to Read Animal Cues 00:20:09 The Three Key Tension Junctions Every Horse Owner Should Know 00:29:09 How Tension Travels Through the Body: Compensation and Connection 00:39:36 Why Releasing Tension Changes Your Horse's Performance and Well-Being 00:44:25 Body Work as the Fastest Path to Real Horse-Human Connection 00:51:45 Subtle Signs of Discomfort and How to Spot Them Before They Become Problems 00:56:03 Levels of Touch and What Makes the Masterson Method Different 01:07:15 How to Start Doing Body Work on Your Own Horse Without an Agenda
- May 6, 20261h 28m
What Your Horse's Nervous System Reveals About Trust and Liberty with Kaleigh Marie - Sponsored by Triple Crown Feeds
Liberty trainer and Braveheart Beasts founder Kaleigh Marie shares how training oxen, mammoth donkeys, and mules before ever seriously working with horses shaped everything she knows about connection, trust, and the nervous system. Kaleigh Marie is a liberty trainer and performer based in the Northeast who has spent the last decade developing a nervous system-informed approach to horsemanship rooted in connection, positive reinforcement, and the foundational lessons she learned working with cattle, donkeys, and mules long before horses became her focus. In this episode you will learn: Why Kaleigh's foundation in training oxen and mammoth donkeys gave her a unique edge with horses What "conversational quality" means and how it shows up in your relationship with your horse Why donkeys ask "why should I?" — and why that's actually a gift to any trainer How the nervous system underlies everything from leg aids to liberty work The honest story of how clicker training almost derailed her liberty performances — and what she rebuilt from the ground up The difference between expectation and intention when you're struggling in a session What to do when you're not showing up as the trainer you want to be Why dull horses are often the most sensitive ones — and how they got that way The "backpack" concept and how co-regulation with your horse actually works Why self-regulation — for both horse and human — matters more than connection To find out more about Kaleigh Marie: website | instagram | facebook This episode is sponsored by Triple Crown Feeds The secret to raising a healthy horse begins with nutrition that goes beyond. The team at Triple Crown is dedicated to helping our customers succeed by understanding your horse's unique needs and working to develop the right feeding program for the horse you love. www.triplecrownfeed.com | instagram.com/triplecrownfeed | facebook.com/TripleCrownFeed | youtube.com/@triplecrownfeeds If you love honest conversations about horsemanship, trust, and the ongoing practice of becoming a better horse person, subscribe for more. Chapters: 00:00 Meet Kaylee Marie 01:10 Road to the Horse Memories 03:38 First Meeting with Tik 08:12 Braveheart Beasts Origins 08:31 Farm Kid to Oxen Trainer 13:07 Riding Cows and Controversy 18:39 Back to Horses and Draft Life 20:16 Mammoth Donkeys in the City 24:01 Connection and Motivation Lessons 8:05 Conversational Quality Explained 32:22 Nervous System Awakening 38:31 Rescue Rehab and Roman Story 45:18 First Q&A Reset as a Trainer 47:30 Gut Brain Connection 48:27 One Percent Better 48:55 Expectation Versus Intention 51:44 Stop And Regulate 53:28 Co Regulation Release 56:41 Leg Aid Without Fight 58:40 Sensitivity Versus Expression 01:00:46 Rehab Dull Horses 01:04:17 Clicker Training Ethics 01:09:42 Rock Bottom Without Food 01:15:47 Pressure And Resilience 01:18:53 Clicker For Quality 01:22:10 Keep Learning Through Pain 01:24:03 Rapid Fire Favorites 01:28:23 Final Thanks And Wrap
- Apr 30, 20261h 18m
"Easy Keeper" Horses Are a Warning Sign… Here's Why with Dr Kent Tooman sponsored by Pegasus Training & Rehabilitation Center
In this episode of Dear Horse World, equine veterinarian Dr. Kent Tooman breaks down the truth about equine metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, and why more horses than ever are at risk of laminitis. Dr. Kent Tooman is an experienced equine veterinarian with over 30 years in practice, specializing in performance horses and metabolic health. In this episode you will learn: What's really happening inside your horse's body Why "easy keepers" may be misunderstood The subtle signs most owners miss (including fat deposits and barn blindness) Breed predispositions (ponies, Arabs, draft crosses, and more) Practical steps to reduce risk and manage weight safely How insulin affects your horse's health The connection between weight, metabolism, and laminitis Why modern horse management is increasing risk How to spot early warning signs before it's too late If you care about better horse health, training, and management, subscribe for more expert conversations. This episode is sponsored by Pegaus Training & Rehabilitation Center <div data-mesh-id="comp-m9lqnureinlineContent-gridContainer" data-testid="mesh-container-content
- Apr 22, 20261h 32m
The Most Powerful Thing you can Train isn't Your Horse—it's Your Mind with Barbra Schulte - sponsored by Total Feeds
Champion cutting horse trainer Barbra Schulte joins the Dear Horse World Podcast after teaching host Noelle her first cut in Weatherford, Texas, explaining her teaching approach through mechanics and nervous system regulation. They discuss staying in an optimal state between under-arousal and fight-or-flight, slowing down when things speed up, and building skills through fundamentals, clear sequences, repetition, and positive reinforcement (dopamine) to install neurological pathways rather than "muscle memory." Schulte outlines beginner learning, the discouraging "messy middle," refinement, and mastery, emphasizing between-lesson work, visualization, scripts/mantras, and self-coaching tools like "what's my job?" and "what do I control?" They address negative self-talk, fear of judgment, blame vs responsibility, and self-worth, and Schulte shares how human performance training influenced her competitive success, plus retreats and book recommendations. To find out more about Barbra - Website | Instagram | Facebook Barbra Schulte is hostin a Cutting Clinic September 17-20th 2026 in Pony, Montana. Click here for more info. This episode is brought to you by Total Feeds: Our mission to provide quality nutrition to people and animals puts us in contact with all manner of interesting folks. Whether you're interested in our animal feed, or the people involved in the animal industry: you'll find it at Total Feeds! Check out our line of Quality Animal Feeds here: https://totalfeeds.com What You'll Learn: Why your nervous system — not your technique — is the real ceiling on your riding performance How to find and stay in the sweet spot between flat and frantic, and what to do when you lose it Why positive reinforcement creates a dopamine cycle that accelerates skill acquisition The truth about muscle memory — and where new riding skills actually live in your body How to navigate the messy middle of learning without losing confidence or motivation Why nervousness is closer to peak performance than you think — and how blame moves you furthest away How Barbra used visualization and nervous system work to win two legs of cutting's triple crown Chapters: 00:00 Meet Barbra Schulte 01:00 Teaching With Awareness 03:40 Cutting Fundamentals Explained 07:06 When Things Speed Up 1 2:41 Dopamine And Learning Waves 19:38 Installing Skills And Practice Plans 31:41 Surviving The Messy Middle 35:48 Taming Negative Self Talk <p class= "
- Apr 14, 20269 min
Bring a Proven System Into Your Riding - an NF+ Masterclass Exclusive with Ian Millar and Amy Millar sponsored by Connaway & Associates
NF+ is proud to present our exclusive new Masterclass, The Millar Method Complete Training System, where Ian & Amy Millar introduce their system for building winning horses. Olympian Ian Millar returns on NF+ with Amy Millar to introduce the first of 16 episodes of the Millar Method, a consistent, repeatable system designed to develop horses that stay sound, confident, and ready to win. They share their backgrounds—Ian's record 10 Olympic Games, role with the Canadian show jumping team, and scholarship work in Ontario; Amy's two Olympic appearances, Canadian championship, team ambitions, and efforts to improve accessibility through Can Jump. The episode explains how their method applies from trail riding to top sport, grounded in understanding the horse's nature and using tools like lunging, round penning, gymnastics, grids, and courses. They emphasize principles that stay consistent while adapting teaching to how each horse and rider learns. A Program Responsible for nine Olympic Horses across two Generations. The Millar Method | Complete Training System - Save 25% on annual memberships with code DHW25 Learn the system that has developed top-level horses for Olympians lan and Amy Millar. Chapters: 00:00 Meet the Millar Method 01:12 Ian and Amy Introductions 02:26 Why Teaching Matters 04:44 Sharing the Method 05:28 What the Method Covers 06:47 Tools and Foundations 07:45 Principles and Adaptation 08:19 How Horses and Riders Learn 08:55 Teaching Wins The Millar Method | Complete Training System - Save 25% on annual memberships with code DHW25 Exclusively available on NF+, the equestrian masterclass platform for riders of all levels and disciplines. This episode is brought to you by: Connaway & Associates Equine Insurance Services, Inc. The friendly and knowledgeable team at Connaway & Associates brings together more than 30 years of experience to offer a wide range of insurance services, including horse insurance, farm insurance, and liability insurance. Visit www.connaway.net | @connawayassociates | facebook.com/connawayassociatesequine
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Join Noëlle each week, as she embarks on a journey to explore the vast and diverse游戏副本 world of horses, delving into the many sub-communities and cultures that shape our shared passion. This podcast is about more than just riding styles or training techniques; it's about celebrating the deep connection between humans and horses, and understanding the common threads that tie us together. Whether you're a seasoned rider or just starting out, you'll find inspiration, knowledge, and a sense of belonging in every episode.
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