Episodes

  • Episode 9: Importance of Spectators
    Dec 23 2024

    Join Derek and Mike this week as they talk about the importance of spectators for equestrian events. Spectators contribute significantly to the atmosphere and are vital in feeding the horses and riders with energy and excitement.

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    38 mins
  • Episode 8: Santa Anita 5*-W Recap
    Dec 16 2024

    Join Derek, Mike, Sami and special guest Ashlyn Moore as they recap the Santa Anita 5*-W that took place in November. Not only was this Split Rock’s first ever 5* event, but it was also the first time this facility was used for show jumping in 40 years! Tune in to hear how the team collaborated with Santa Anita Park and 1/ST racing to bring show jumping back to the historic racetrack!

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    1 hr and 13 mins
  • Episode 7: Everything Footing with Brett Raflowitz
    Dec 9 2024

    Excited to introduce the owner of ESI Footing, Brett Raflowitz to the podcast this week. Join Derek and Brett as they go into everything footing- one of the most important factors of any horse show or equestrian event. Filmed at the historic Santa Anita Park, they go over what went into building out the infield of the racetrack from nothing into functioning horse show rings with top-quality footing for the Split Rock Santa Anita 5*-W. With the high-level event at stake, Brett goes into all of the fine details that go into making footing perfect for the sport.

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    36 mins
  • Episode 6: Catching up with Karl Cook
    Dec 2 2024

    Join Derek and special guest and long time friend, Karl Cook as they film at the historic Santa Anita Park where they talk about what went into the production of turning the race track into a CSI5*- World Cup Qualifier. Listen in to hear insights from the silver medalist Olympian as he shares his thoughts about what makes the footing and facility special before and after he showed throughout the week.

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    35 mins
  • Episode 5: Juggling the Work/Home Life Balance
    Nov 18 2024

    Join Sami, Derek, and special guest Michelle Braun this week as they discuss the work/home life balance in the horse world. They talk about the commitment they make to the sport and the sacrifices they make for their jobs.

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    38 mins
  • Episode 4: Winter Show Scene
    Nov 11 2024

    Join Derek and Mike as they dive into the winter equestrian show scene. They cover the landscape of all the Florida show facilities that keep the horse industry alive during the cold winter months.

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    37 mins
  • Episode 3: Horse Show Costs
    Nov 4 2024

    Join Derek and Mike this week as they welcome special guest and long-time friend, Juan Ortiz where they discuss the hot topic of "Horse Show Costs". Listen in to hear from the perspective of show managers and riders about the ins and outs of equestrian event costs and correlated expenses.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Episode 2: What it Takes to Plan a Horse Show
    Oct 28 2024

    Welcome back to HorseShow360 Podcast! This week Derek, Sami, and Mike dive into what it takes to run a horse show. They outline what goes into planning an event from the initial prepping years in advance, up until the start of the show. They share key elements and learning experiences throughout the years that go into making a successful event.

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    56 mins