Track Talk : A Podcast on Horse Track Systems – Details, episodes &amp; analysis

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In this episode of Track Talk, I chat with Dickie Osborne, a professional arena builder with years of hands-on experience and specialised training in equestrian surface construction. Dickie shares his deep knowledge of what makes a great arena surface. We dive into footing composition, drainage, common mistakes and more.

Here is where you can find him and his business:

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website: https://precisionequestrianarenas.com

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#30 Interview with Danielle (Pensilva Track Livery)

mardi 28 octobre 2025 • Duration 39:41

Wohoo my 30th episode is up! I thank you all for tuning in regularly, if you enjoy listening and are on the same journey as me - to better the life of horses all over the world, please share or rate this podcast. So it can reach more people and horses.

We are chatting SURFACES ! This is the first of 2 episodes on my little surfaces series. Of course, I also had some general track questions for Danielle since she is a livery and I have not had many liveries on here yet. (But stay tuned for more to come ;-))

Please head to her facebook page and give her a like here : pensilva Track Livery

I hope you enjoy

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#21 Interview with Debora Brandao

mercredi 23 octobre 2024 • Duration 59:36

This Episode I'm talking to Debora she is a Paddock Paradise designer from Brazil.
I gain an insight on what goes into a high standard designed Paddock Paradise - Impressive!

Her website is Débora Bz Brandão Design
You can find her Paddock Paradise Instagram here and her general equestrian account here.

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#20 2nd Interview with Nathan and Nadine

mardi 8 octobre 2024 • Duration 01:08:01

Welcome to my 20th episode !
I'm talking to Nadine and Nathan Marshall from Innate Equine again. Nadine is a Naturopath, and Nathan is an equine Podiotherapist and they are located at East Gippsland, Victoria (Australia).

In this episode we are focusing on Laminitis rehab and how Innate equine approaches rehabilitation from a worst case scenario (penetration of the pedal bone). It is important to mention this absolutely requires professional expertise. But I want these examples out there, so people can hear that there are other methods out there now to rehab bad cases more naturally and permanently.

To find out more about Nathan and Nadine please visit www.Innateequine.com.au.
Or find their Facebook page here.

I hope you'll enjoy listening!

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#19 Interview with Louise Bach-Holler

mardi 24 septembre 2024 • Duration 55:22

Welcome to episode #19 🎉
This episode is another amazing interview!

Louise from Rebel horse care is a natural hoof care practitioner certified by AANHCP in 2008 (by Jamie Jackson) and has translated his book Paddock Paradise into Dainish. She was born in Denmark and is now living in Spain.
Committed to sharing her knowledge, Louise advocates for gentle, holistic care and training that nurtures both the horse’s health and the human-horse bond.

You can find her Website Rebelhorsecare.eu here and facebook and Instagram by clicking on the links.

We are chatting about:
-Tracks on the sloping hills and how to avoid erosion.
-Stories of benefits of tracks for the horses.
-Why grass isn't grass 😅

Enjoy listening!

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#18 Solo episode Human vs Horses benefits

mardi 10 septembre 2024 • Duration 28:44

In this episode, I try to tackle a thought provoking question: *Have you ever considered how we prioritize human benefits over our horses'?* I talk about the common choices many horse owners make—often investing in facilities like arenas or stylish tack that enhance our enjoyment, while overlooking what truly benefits the horse, such as herd life and enriching living environments. It’s a monologue about shifting our priorities from human enjoyment to equine welfare.

Please, please let me know what you think about this episode, it truly sounded better in my head and plans than it does, now that it's out, or is this me being too critical?

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#17 Interview with Kelly Higgins

mardi 27 août 2024 • Duration 52:08

Welcome to another exciting interview!
Today, I'm chatting with Kelly from K.R.H Natural horse care. Kelly is a hoof care practitioner and has recently opened up a livery yard in the UK. It's a unique opportunity to gain insight into what it's like to start a brand new livery yard, along with plenty of general "Track Talk."

We dive into everything from fencing and enrichment to the challenges, "mistakes," and future plans Kelly has. This episode offers a bit of everything, and I hope you enjoy listening. I have to say, I absolutely love Kelly's voice!

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#16 Interview with Kristen Stine

mercredi 14 août 2024 • Duration 51:48

As horse owners, we have stewardship over larger amounts of land than the average person, which gives us the power to influence the environment directly.

In this episode, we chat with Kristen from Ardani Farm about exactly that!

- How to care for our land
- Benefiting the ecosystem
- Plants and herbs
- And much more Track Talk 😉

You can find Kristen and her farm here:
www.ardanifarm.com
her facebook
her Instagram

Enjoy listening

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#15 Interview with Jo

mardi 30 juillet 2024 • Duration 57:05

Welcome to episode #15.
This interview is with Jo from Espri libre Equin.
She moved her whole family from England to France to start her Track livery.
Amongst many other subjects, in this episode we chat about:

- Donkeys
- Behind the scenes of a livery owner
- The journeys Tracks can take us on

Enjoy ☺️

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here:

Or on Amazon worldwide- just search for Toma Harper 'Track Notes' or 'Paddock paradise' for my info booklet.

I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info.

Please follow me on Facebook for all updates and visuals related to this podcast here.

And if you are interested in what I am doing on my Track, follow my Facebook or Instagram under Trailblazing_horsecare.

#14 Interview with Nensi Bangoura

Episode 14

mardi 16 juillet 2024 • Duration 51:54

In this episode, I'm chatting with Nensi about HIT Active Stables. These are similar to Track systems and Paddock Paradise but have a key difference: Specific footing and automatic feeding machines and gates, which reduce human interference. Nensi shares her insights on the benefits of these setups, drawing from her experience and role as a representative for HIT. This is valuable information worth considering.
If you are interested in the studies that have been conducted on Active Stables, please contact Nensi on Facebook or Instagram.
I hope you enjoy this episode

For your next Scoot boot order use my code Toma here

Use code TRACK10 on The Hoof CO range for 10% off. (Australia only)

For my Australian listeners you can get my Track System Info booklet, my colouring books and my Track notes planner on my website here: