It's the time of year when the next generation of eventing stars step into the spotlight. With the season wrapped, attention turns to Ireland and the Goresbridge Go For Gold Sale, where some of the sport's biggest names hunt for future five-star winners.

Nicole is joined by two of the experts behind the selection panel to take you inside one of the most influential young horse sales in world eventing. They break down what they look for in a future star, how the process works from start to finish, and why this sale has produced horses now competing at Europeans, Worlds and five-stars.

From vetting insights to buyer tips, the value of Irish education, and how amateurs and elite riders alike can find their next horse, this is the closest thing to sitting at the selectors' table.

Highlights:

• What sets the Go For Gold sale apart
• How horses are assessed and selected
• Advice for buyers at every level
• Realistic price ranges and expectations
• Why the Irish system produces event horses differently
• Success stories from past graduates
• What to look for in your next young horse

Guests:

• Sally Parkyn, experienced Irish event horse buyer, journalist and long-serving Go For Gold selector.
• Nicky Roncoroni, international event rider and producer, now part of the Go For Gold selection team.

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This special bonus episode celebrates ten years of Fairfax & Favor supporting the Breast Cancer Now campaign. Nicole Brown is joined by Fairfax & Favor co-founder Marcus Fairfax Fountaine to mark a remarkable milestone, with more than £500,000 raised for breast cancer research, care, and awareness.

They talk about where the partnership began, the stories behind the iconic pink collection, and the powerful community that has made a real difference over the past decade. Marcus shares how the campaign has evolved, what it means to him personally, and the continued goal to raise both funds and awareness for the future.

Highlights:

• Ten years of Fairfax & Favor supporting Breast Cancer Now
• Over £500,000 raised for research, care, and awareness
• The personal stories that inspired the campaign
• Real people behind the Breast Cancer Now collection
• Awareness, checking, and early detection as key messages
• The future of the partnership and what's next for the brand

Guests:
Nicole Brown with Marcus Fairfax Fountaine, co-founder of Fairfax & Favor

Find out more, check yourself, and support the campaign:

• Breast Cancer Now
• Wear It Pink campaign
• Fairfax & Favor Breast Cancer Now collection
• How to check your breasts

They've both lifted five-star trophies. They've both come to win.
Boyd Martin and Jonelle Price join Nicole in this Inside Maryland episode, as the countdown begins to the MARS Maryland 5 Star at Fair Hill presented by Brown Advisory, swapping stories, strategy, and a few good digs along the way. From mind games to mutual respect, it's all to play for at Maryland.

Highlights

• Boyd on his 2021 Maryland win and why this year's team feels ready to strike again
• Jonelle on bringing a first-timer across the pond and why Tim told her to just get on with it
• The inside scoop on Pierre Le Goupil's first Maryland 5 Star track and what to expect from a French designer
• How the sport has evolved, why the margins are smaller than ever, and what it really takes to win a five-star
• The friendly rivalry between two nations, and the mutual respect that keeps it fun
• Jonelle on balancing seven horses, two kids, and a chaotic post-Maryland week at Pau
• Boyd on home-ground distractions, mental focus, and tailoring his five-star game

Guests
Boyd Martin: U.S. Olympian and 2021 MARS Maryland 5 Star winner
Jonelle Price: New Zealand Olympian and five-star winner with Classic Moet

The Inside Maryland series is supported by Dubarry of Ireland, long-time friends of eventing and champions of the Maryland 5 Star. We're proud to have their support again in 2025.

Discover their full collection at row.dubarry.com/ and follow @dubarryofireland for the latest.

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📅 Eventing fans, the wait is over—Carolina International presented by Setters Run Farm is here! In this episode, we bring you the full preview of one of the biggest events on the U.S. eventing calendar.

Nicole is joined by Caroline Pamukcu, fresh off an international win just months after becoming a new mum, to talk about her season goals, her top horses, and how she's balancing it all. Holly Hudspeth also joins the show to give her expert analysis on what to expect from the field, the impact of Derek di Grazia's new cross-country course, and the key names to watch in the Sandy River Equestrian Center Four-Star.

🎯 What's Inside:
🏇 A look back at past winners and record-breaking performances
🔎 Top contenders in the US Equestrian Open series
📊 Predictions for the Four-Star & Three-Star divisions
🌿 What to expect from Derek di Grazia's first Carolina course

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The team catch up on all of the latest news plus there is a bit of lighthearted role play to keep everyone's spirits up.

Following the announcement of his second (& final!) retirement from Eventing last week we thought it was the perfect time to dig through the archives for another Eventing Podcast Classics.

Back in March 2017 Nicole & Sam spoke to Blyth about everything from his career highlights & plans for the future.

What's your favourite Blyth memory?

*BONUS EPISODE*

Unfortunately due to the current situation with CVID-19, Wandin Park, like most events worldwide, has been cancelled.

While there is obviously no longer an event we had already recorded a Preview Show with Amanda Ross & Jarryd Stanley as special guests and therefore have agreed to release this show as a bonus episode.  It's a fantastic venue & we will look forward to covering the event again in 2021!

Please take this in the spirit in which it is intended. Look after your families & your friends & stay safe.

Welcome to a brand new EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Series - Horse Heroes.

To get us started is us a horse who has gained a huge following with his brilliant consistency in the Event Rider Masters Series & who has represented Australia at Championship level, it's Shannondale Titan.

Nicole is joined by Bill Levett & Spike The Vet who treated 'Alfie' throughout his career to look back on the highlights and find out a little more about this very special horse.

We hope that you enjoy this - let us know who you would like to be featured next on #HorseHeroes.

In the final episode of our International Women's Day Specials listen to the full show of when Diarm met documentary maker Jessie Deeter.

In the penultimate episode of our International Women's Day Specials Nicole & Diarm speak to USEF Managing Director of Eventing (and our very own!) Jenni Autry.

#DreamBiggerFightHarder

Next up in our #IWD2020 Specials is Horse & Hound Magazine Editor Pippa Roome.

In the next episode of our International Women's Day Specials, Diarm speaks to Eventing Nation Editor-in-Chief Leslie Wylie.

We are very humbled that Leslie chose to share her story with us and we hope that you will take the time to listen.  

Remember, in a world where you can be anything, be kind.

Next up in our International Women's Day Specials is Di Brunsden. Di has been a major part in the commercialisation of Eventing but is also an enthusiastic owner of top level horses.  Including Diarm's firm favourite Leonidas.

To celebrate International Women's Day 2020 we are bringing you a very special series celebrating some great Women involved in Eventing! 

First up is the full, in depth interview with Sue Baxter. Sue has been on the Ground Jury at all 6 of the world's 5* events, plus she was President of the Ground Jury at the 2015 European Championships at Blair Castle.

In this episode, we break down EquiRating's High Performance Ratings (HPRs)—how they measure the best of the best and what we can learn from the greatest performances in eventing history.

Nicole Brown and Sam Watson dig into the numbers, comparing legendary performances from Lordships Graffalo, Fischer Chipmunk, London 52, and more to uncover what makes a performance historic. Plus, we look ahead to 2025—who will top the HPR charts this season?

• The Science Behind HPR – How it ranks performances beyond just finishing score and podium position.
• The Greatest Ever? – Who holds the highest five-star HPRs of all time?
• Where Will 2025's Best Performance Happen? – Will it be Badminton, Burghley, Aachen, or somewhere unexpected?
• Ones to Watch – Could horses like Chin Tonic, Cooley Rosalent, or Izilot DHI produce this year's standout moment?

• Sam Watson – EquiRatings co-founder, bringing the stats and deep analysis.
• Nicole Brown – Eventing podcast host, guiding the discussion and making the big calls.

With 2025 shaping up to be a thriller, we're setting the stage for the season's biggest moments.

🎧 Tune in now!

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To celebrate International Women's Day 2020 we are bringing you a very special episode celebrating some great Women involved in Eventing! This first episode features short clips of each of the in depth interviews which will be released throughout this week across 7 days and 7 shows. 

Featuring Leslie Wylie, Jenni Autry, Di Brunsden, Jessie Deeter, Sue Baxter & Pippa Roome. 

Talking about their careers, what IWD means to them, challenges & highlights we hope that you enjoy this very special show.

Who do you look up to on International Women's Day? 

In a brand new series Spike 'The Vet' Milligan will be delving a little deeper into some key areas of Eventing & Horsemanship, talking to experts within the industry and bringing you the fun & informative new show 'The Hold Box'.

First up is the topic of 'Fitness' with Sam Watson, the how and the why.  How can you measure your horse's fitness, how fit should they be? Tips & tricks that are perfect for whatever level you're competing at.

We would love to know what you think should be featured next on 'The Hold Box', let us know.

Nicole & Catherine look forward to this weekend's competition in Barroca as some big names look for early Tokyo qualifying results.

In the latest EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Tina Cook & Sarah Kellard join Nicole to talk about the work the Horse Trials Support Group are doing to support Equestrian Team GBR, what makes the Olympics so special & plans for 2020.

Subscribe here to make sure you don't miss a show.

Alphabetti is back & it's all things beginning with M.

From 'Mr' horses, Master Imp, Magic & Mental Health this episode has it all.

In the latest EquiRatings Eventing Podcast Special episode Nicole talks to reigning World Champion Ros Canter on everything from her rise to the top, becoming World No 1 and the new challenge of motherhood.

An episode not to be missed - enjoy!

This is an episode we have been talking about doing for a while but now seemed the right time to do it.

Social Media. The positives, the negatives and how it impacts on the world we live in.

We would love to know what you think about this one. Send us a message or comment below. Remember, in a world where you can be anything, be kind.

Tim had a year to forget in 2016. In one of our most popular episodes, he gave an honest interview about how it felt and how he put it into context. Two seasons later, he would become the FEI World Number 1. What a journey, some important lessons in here. 

Who wins Olympic Gold? Hits the World No 1 spot? Breaks through the ranks in 2020?

The team select their ones to watch for the season ahead.

Which riders would you pick?

With the 2020 season nearly upon us, Nicole, Diarm, Kitty & Catherine pick their horses to watch for the season,.

The '5* Winners', the 'Forgotten Horses', the 'Young Guns' & the 'Ones whose name you don't know now, but you will next year'.

Who do you think we need to look out for this year? Let us know!

The first big event of the U.S. eventing season did not disappoint! The Stirling Venture Capital $100,000 Grand-Prix Eventing Showcase at Bruce's Field, presented by Taylor Harris Insurance Services, brought high stakes, fast-paced competition, and record-breaking performances to kick off the year in style. Nicole Brown and Diarmuid Byrne break down all the action from Aiken in this Review, where Will Coleman and Chin Tonic delivered a history-making performance. But that wasn't all—Boyd Martin, Philip Dutton, and a stacked international field made this a must-watch competition.

• Chin Tonic's Dominance – A 17.3 dressage score, a record-breaking finish, and a statement win. Is he the U.S.'s championship horse of the future?
• Off The Record: The Ultimate Teammate – While Chin Tonic stole the headlines, Will Coleman's veteran superstar quietly delivered yet another flawless performance.
• Commando 3's Big Moment – Boyd Martin's rising star is proving he's ready for the next step. What's next for him?
• The Fastest Horses in the Game – Who mastered the tight, technical cross-country track? And what does this mean for the season ahead?

• Diarmuid Byrne – EquiRatings co-founder, bringing the stats, predictions, and storylines to watch.
• Nicole Brown – Eventing podcast host and commentator, guiding the discussion and making the big calls.

 We're here to break it all down and look ahead to what's next in the 2025 eventing season.

Tune in now!

Missed the action? Catch the replay on Horse & Country TV!

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Next up on Knowing Me, Knowing You is Spike The Vet. Find out more about everyone's favourite podcast vet, his career highlights so far, what is in store for the future & just how he got roped into being on the show!

Knowing Me, Knowing You, a title that UK listeners may be familiar with already, is our interview show where we can take a peek behind the curtain with some of our guests and delve deeper into their lives.

Nicole, Diarm & Spike answer YOUR questions!  From Eventing's future in the Olympics, who heads to Tokyo for Team GB & which event has the best bar.

Watch the show back on Facebook or listen here.

More questions you would like answering?  Let us know in the comments.

Ireland's Elizabeth Power talks to Sam Watson about both her Eventing & Show Jumping careers & what it is like growing up as part of an Equestrian dynasty.

Alphabetti Spaghetti is BACK & this time it is all about the letter 'L'. Diarm is joined by Nicole, Kitty King & Catherine Austen to talk London 2012, Long Reining, Looney Tunes & much more.

'Measure and Manage' is what the EquiRatings boys say...well let's look back at an episode from the old team (March 2018) where they picked out some dark horses. Did Nicole really pick Nereo to win Badminton at the start??! 

Horsemanship. What does it mean to you?

It's the theme for this year's International Eventing Forum next month so Nicole, Sam & Diarm talk to Eventing Legends Andrew Nicholson & Eric Smiley on their interpretation of it.

Rioghan Rua picked up the #ERHOTY19 crown to cap off a fantastic season for 'The Red Queen'.

Nicole & Sam catch up with Cathal Daniels to find out more about this special little horse who has a penchant for Eminem.

Watch out 2020, 'The Red Queen' is coming for you. 

A new year, a new start. This week we look at how Sam's training programme has developed over the last few years and what tools he used to measure and improve his performance. An EquiRatings Special. 

It's been an exceptional year of competition in the Event Rider Masters Series & Nicole is joined by Lucy Jackson, Paul Tapner & Mark Ruddock to relive some of the best bits.

What was your highlight of the year?

What happens when some of the biggest names in U.S. eventing go head-to-head in a fast, pressure-packed showdown? We're breaking down all the action from the Sterling Venture Capital $100,000 Grand-Prix Eventing Showcase at Bruce's Field presented by Taylor Harris Insurance Services, where top horses and riders kick off their season with big goals—and big prize money on the line.

This isn't your standard FEI event—it's an all-out sprint. Dressage sets the tone, show jumping raises the stakes, and cross-country delivers the excitement in a high-energy, condensed format. With past champions, exciting new faces, and a course designed to challenge and entertain, we're unpacking who's ready to make a statement, what to watch for this season, and why this event has become a must-see on the U.S. eventing calendar.

If you love top-tier competition, sharp analysis, and a little bit of friendly debate, this one's for you.

• Chin Tonic is Back – Will Coleman's superstar returns after an interrupted 2024 season. Can he pick up right where he left off?
• Boyd's New Ride – Cooley Nutcracker now has Boyd Martin in the irons. What can this new partnership do?
• A Stacked Field – From past winners like Will and Boyd to rising stars like Hallie Coon and Austin O'Connor, this lineup is seriously competitive.

• Diarmuid Byrne – EquiRatings co-founder, bringing the stats, predictions, and storylines to watch. predictions.
• Nicole Brown – Eventing podcast host and commentator, guiding the discussion and making the big calls.

This episode is packed with insight, hot takes, and a whole lot of excitement as we set the stage for one of the most entertaining weekends in U.S. eventing.

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Nicole, Sam & Diarm look back at some of the greatest team performances of the decade.

There are a few surprises thrown in as well as a few of the more obvious contenders!

Enjoy & Happy Christmas!!

Peter Scrooge. That's all you need to know.

Full team on this one trying to play a game that has no scoring system and made up rules. 

In a brand new episode of 'The Greatest', Diarm, Nicole & Spike look back on the key moments of 2019.

What is your favourite moment from the year?

It's back! #ERHOTY19 is here & the team record their first ever live show on Facebook to determine the shortlist.

Who makes it, who misses out, who is drinking bloody marys?

It's been an incredible year, who will finish it by being crowed #ERHOTY19?

The next instalment in our Fairfax Saddles Special is an episode with Harry Meade.

Harry talks candidly on his return from a career threatening injury, his ethos on training and looks forward to the future with an exciting team of horses.

We hope that you enjoy this one, we certainly did!

Alphabetti Spaghetti is back!

Nicole is in charge of this one with special guests Catherine Austen & Kitty King. There is a killer Ingrid Klimke stat, kidnapping, a look back at some famous knocked poles plus plenty of talk on Kit Kats & Kale.

Send in your box set recommendations too ;)

Wallaby Hill welcomes some big names this weekend as the likes of Clarke Johnstone, Amanda Ross & Shane Rose bid to battle it out for the title.

Nicole speaks to Amanda Ross on the chances of her super mare Koko Popping Candy who will look for a tough optimum time over Mike Etherington -Smith's Cross Country track. The returning Kiwi stalwarts of Clarke Johnstone & Balmoral Sensation are back and are bidding for an Olympics qualifying result.

We're looking forward to a top weekend of sport but who does the EquiRatings Prediction Centre think will win?  Find out over at equiratings.com.

In the latest episode of the Fairfax Saddles Specials Nicole & Sam talk to one of Team GB's brightest stars for the future, Tom Jackson.

With an established business, Junior & Young Rider medals plus a host of top 5* completions, Tom is a rider to watch.

We hope that you enjoy this latest insight behind the scenes, don't forget to share, like & subscribe to make sure you don't miss an episode!

Welcome to a brand new Eventing Podcast Series! 'The Greatest' will feature shows on some of the biggest moments in the Sport and to kick things off it is '5* Wins'. 

Nicole is busy moving house so Diarm takes charge (!) & alongside Sam & Spike they relive their favourite 5* wins this decade.

Which 5* win sticks in your mind?  

Ocala hosts plenty of big names over in the US this weekend with one of the final big events of the year.

Diarm & Frankie Thieriot Stutes talk through all of the ones to watch.

What does it take to be one of the most consistent riders in eventing? Will Coleman joins us for a fascinating conversation about the details that make the difference at the highest level. From refining his winter training program to balancing eventing and show jumping, he shares his approach to producing top horses, staying competitive, and continuously improving his program.

Winter Reset & Strategy – How Will structures the off-season to fine-tune his program and set his horses up for success.
Jumping for an Edge – Why high-level show jumping has become a key part of his training and how it translates to eventing.
Lessons from 2024 – The challenges of an Olympic year, what he took away from the experience, and how it's shaping his future plans.
Big Goals, Big Horses, Big Moves – Five-star plans, new talent in the barn, and the road to LA 2028.

Will Coleman – Olympic eventer, five-star rider, and the definition of cool under pressure.

This episode is stacked with insight, real talk, and a peek behind the curtain of one of the sport's sharpest minds.

More here: If you want to see just how impressive Will Coleman's record really is, check out the article "Coleman the King of Clinical" by Sam Watson on the U.S. Equestrian Open website. It's a great read that puts his consistency into perspective with some seriously eye-opening stats. 

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It's the final 5* of 2019 & so the team look forward to what will be a brilliant weekend of competition in Adelaide.

Nicole & Diarm chat to triple Olympic champion Andrew Hoy about what makes the event such a unique location & then preview the ones to watch with special guest Sarah Nevile.

Who is on top of your podium?  Make sure you cast your vote via the EquiRatings Eventing Prediction Centre.

It's the final 5* of 2019 & so the team look forward to what will be a brilliant weekend of competition in Adelaide.

Nicole & Diarm chat to triple Olympic champion Andrew Hoy about what makes the event such a unique location & then preview the ones to watch with special guest Sarah Nevile.

Who is on top of your podium?  Make sure you cast your vote via the EquiRatings Eventing Prediction Centre.