Welcome to On The Rail, the podcast exclusively for stock horse show amateurs, by amateurs. Join our passionate co-hosts as we explore every facet of the indust...
In this episode of the On The Rail Podcast, we get into the intricacies of saddle making with custom saddle maker Joey Wenger from East Berlin, Pennsylvania. Joey shares his journey from growing up in a horse show family to becoming a renowned saddle maker. He discusses the challenges he faced starting his business, the learning curve of working with leather and tools without any prior experience, and how he gradually perfected his craft. Joey also provides insights into the importance of saddle trees, the process of designing custom saddles, and the evolving trends in the industry, particularly the rise of ranch saddles. This episode offers a thorough look at the dedication, craftsmanship, and innovation required to excel in the saddle making business.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:22 Joey's Background and Early Years02:20 Starting the Leather Business03:39 Challenges and Learning on the Job06:12 Family Support and Initial Struggles10:54 Transition to Saddle Making20:22 Developing Custom Saddle Trees29:49 Saddle Making Process and Custom Orders38:56 Innovations in Saddle Design39:22 The Rise of Ranch Saddles42:39 Leather Tooling and Craftsmanship46:48 Challenges in the Saddle Industry50:33 The Impact of Rising Costs55:43 Future Trends and Opportunities57:17 Personal Reflections and Family Life01:01:25 The Importance of Quality and Customization01:08:20 Closing Thoughts and Contact Information
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137. A Spin in the Ranch Pen with Brooke Dixon
In this episode of the On The Rail Podcast, we welcome Brooke Dixon, a ranch horse trainer based in Gunnar, Texas at the DG Ranch. Brooke shares her journey from growing up in Delaware with a horse trainer father to becoming a professional trainer herself. She discusses her training philosophy which emphasizes understanding horses as individuals, ensuring they are confident, and meeting them where they are. Brooke highlights her transition from all-around horse shows to specializing in ranch riding, giving insights into her training routines, client relationships, and the importance of not putting too much pressure on oneself. She also shares her experiences working alongside her fiancé, Clint Thomas, and their goals for their business, Clint + Brook Performance Horses.00:00 Welcome to On the Rail Podcast00:47 Meet Brooke: From Delaware to Texas01:19 Brooke's Early Horse Training Journey02:35 Supreme Champion: Brooke's Dad's Legacy06:13 Balancing Sports and Horses13:12 Training Philosophy and Approach14:23 The Importance of Slowing Down28:40 Building a Training Business with Clint32:41 Navigating Horse Locations33:22 Building Client-Trainer Relationships36:49 The Versatility of Ranch Horses39:28 Breeding and Training Ranch Horses45:35 Lessons from Training Horses50:07 Common Mistakes and Misconceptions58:43 Future Plans and Contact Information
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136. The Parrish Chronicles: Part 2
In this episode of the On The Rail Podcast, we converse with recurring guest Chase Parrish and his brother Cody Parrish.They discuss their family background in the horse industry, Chase's transition from football to becoming a Marine and starting Stable Savers, and Cody's experiences running the family horse training business.The brothers talk about lessons learned, the importance of integrity and patience, their experiences with the pony business they started as kids, and the qualities of a good client and horse trainer.Additionally, they reflect on their family’s strong Christian values and how that has shaped their success and approach to life and business.Related Links/Products:-The ultimate membership for horse owners who like saving money! Be sure to use code ONTHERAIL20 for 20% off your membership of Stable Savers!00:00 Welcome to the On the Rail Podcast01:32 Meet Chase Parrish: Marine and Horse Enthusiast03:09 Introducing Cody Parrish: Life as a Horse Trainer06:25 The Evolution of the Horse Industry10:23 Lessons Learned from Growing Up in the Horse Business14:29 The Pony Business: Childhood Memories and Lessons23:47 Challenges and Advice for Young Trainers39:47 Family Values and Integrity in Horse Training42:40 Challenges of Balancing Family and Horse Training44:30 Faith and Values in Sustaining a Family Business46:56 Raising the Next Generation with a Love for Horses51:52 Lessons Learned from Running Stable Savers01:02:39 Qualities of a Good Client and Team Player01:09:13 Contact Information and Final Thoughts
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135. The Parrish Chronicles: Part 1
In this episode of On the Rail Podcast, we discuss the evolution of the Western Pleasure horse industry with Bret and Chase Parrish. Bret details his lifelong journey with horses, bred from family roots and personal passion, while Chase shares his dual life growing up in a horse-centric family while pursuing his dream of playing football. The conversation navigates through the development of family values, training techniques, mentorship, and the introduction of Chase's Stable Savers initiative aimed at making horse-related expenses more manageable. The episode offers an insightful look into the intersections of family, business, and passion in the horse industry. This is Part 1 of a two part series.Related Links/Products:-The ultimate membership for horse owners who like saving money! Be sure to use code ONTHERAIL20 for 20% off your membership of Stable Savers!00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview01:07 Guest Introductions: Meet Chase Parrish02:56 Guest Introductions: Meet Bret Parrish04:01 Bret Parrish's Journey in the Horse Industry13:05 Evolution of Western Pleasure Training27:34 Building a Family Business in the Horse Industry31:56 Chase Parrish's Path from Horses to Football35:19 Football and Horse Riding Success36:22 Balancing Family, Business, and Horses38:29 Reflections and Regrets39:59 Venturing into Horse Breeding41:49 Key Principles in Breeding49:20 Challenges and Trends in the Horse Industry53:12 Introducing Stable Savers58:47 Future of Stable Savers01:03:10 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
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134. From Amateur to Pro with Kathryn Baumann
In this episode of On The Rail Podcast we get into the fascinating journey of Kathryn Baumann, the owner and trainer at County Line Farm in Marengo, Illinois. Kathryn shares her path from growing up in a family immersed in the equestrian world to becoming a professional horse trainer. She talks about the challenges she faced during her transition from amateur to pro, and how she maintains a successful training and lesson program amidst personal challenges like back surgery and pregnancy. Kathryn also discusses the importance of fitness in her life, how CrossFit has improved her riding skills, and the impact of hormonal issues on her health. As she prepares for her former horse's induction into the Pinto Hall of Fame, Kathryn offers valuable insights and advice for aspiring trainers. Tune in to hear about her dedication, resilience, and passion for the equestrian sport.00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement01:41 Kathryn's Early Experiences with Horses03:05 Showing and Competitions10:31 Transition to Professional Training20:49 Building a Training Program28:19 Lesson Program and School Horses34:46 Cost of Western Riding Lessons36:14 Challenges of Maintaining Lesson Horses40:41 Marketing and Word of Mouth44:02 Adopting Technology for Scheduling50:38 Balancing Fitness and Riding01:00:50 Future Goals and Reflections
Welcome to On The Rail, the podcast exclusively for stock horse show amateurs, by amateurs. Join our passionate co-hosts as we explore every facet of the industry we all love, with engaging interviews featuring top competitors, seasoned professionals, and the Associations themselves. From behind-the-scenes insights to discussions on showing, economic impacts, and more, we cover it all. Saddle up and tune in every Monday to join our fellow amateurs on this exciting journey!
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