Explore every episode of the podcast Track Talk : A Podcast on Horse Track Systems
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| #31 Surfaces with Dickie Osborne | 11 Nov 2025 | 00:30:22 | |
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: Precision equestrian arenas facebook page 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #30 Interview with Danielle (Pensilva Track Livery) | 28 Oct 2025 | 00:39:41 | |
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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #21 Interview with Debora Brandao | 23 Oct 2024 | 00:59:36 | |
This Episode I'm talking to Debora she is a Paddock Paradise designer from Brazil. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #20 2nd Interview with Nathan and Nadine | 08 Oct 2024 | 01:08:01 | |
Welcome to my 20th 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #19 Interview with Louise Bach-Holler | 24 Sep 2024 | 00:55:22 | |
Welcome to episode #19 🎉 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #18 Solo episode Human vs Horses benefits | 10 Sep 2024 | 00:28:44 | |
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. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #17 Interview with Kelly Higgins | 27 Aug 2024 | 00:52:08 | |
Welcome to another exciting interview! 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #16 Interview with Kristen Stine | 14 Aug 2024 | 00:51:48 | |
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. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #15 Interview with Jo | 30 Jul 2024 | 00:57:05 | |
Welcome to episode #15. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #14 Interview with Nensi Bangoura | 16 Jul 2024 | 00:51:54 | |
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. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #13 Solo episode (Mild) Winter horse care on Track | 02 Jul 2024 | 00:22:08 | |
Welcome to another solo episode of Track Talk! Today, my monologue focuses on horse care during our mild winter on the Sunshine Coast, Australia. Love, Toma 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #12 Interview with Ivory Rose | 18 Jun 2024 | 00:50:38 | |
This weeks guest is Ivory Rose from Western Rose Equine. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #29 Solo episode more hay talk! | 15 Oct 2025 | 00:27:01 | |
Today I’m answering a listener question I received by email — and of course, it sent me off on a hay tangent 😄 In this episode I chat about:
Please send in your question - either by messaging me through your podcasting app, on my socials or website. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #11 Interview with Josepha Guillaume | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:54:17 | |
Welcome to another exciting episode of my podcast! Today, I have an incredible guest joining me all the way from Belgium. Josepha Guillaume is the author of the book "Dressage in Hand" and a pioneer in bitless dressage and so much more (you'll have to listen). 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #10 Interview with Nadine and Nathan Marshall | 04 Jun 2024 | 01:08:22 | |
Wow here we are my 10th episode and it's a great one! 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #9 Interview with Simone Rank | 28 May 2024 | 00:44:41 | |
Welcome to another interview with a fellow Trackie.
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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #8 Solo episode Track insights | 21 May 2024 | 00:35:24 | |
Welcome to a solo episode where I talk about a couple things that I've learned along the way.
The star picket covers I mentioned are from Gallagher click here to check them out. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #7 Interview with Jemima Key | 15 May 2024 | 00:46:40 | |
Jemima is a woman of many interests in the horse world which is amazing to hear about. She trains Brumbies and retrains off the track thoroughbreds, she competes in Eventing and makes use of clicker training where suitable. She has a Track system on 20 of her 180 Acres in Victoria QLD and still utilizes her large paddocks for horses that can be on them safely where she still uses ''Track principals'' on. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #6 Interview with Cynthia Cooper | 07 May 2024 | 00:47:05 | |
I am not sure if Cynthia Cooper needs introducing to our Aussies ! She is a renowned natural horsemanship trainer and educator and well-respected in the equestrian community for her holistic approach to horses. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #5 Interview with Emma Palmer | 30 Apr 2024 | 00:48:29 | |
This episode I'm chatting with Emma from Mataranka (writing this I realize now I've pronounced it wrong) , Northern Territory, Australia. Her Track on about 6 acres and will soon have 6 horses on it. Her beautiful horse is on the cover of PB Paddock Paradise Livery's latest issue of Happy Trackin' Magazine. I think it is so awesome that she has the connection to a very popular and experienced Paddock Paradise set up and can draw on that for her own Track. There are some great nuggets of her experience shared in this conversation that has certainly given me something new to implement and think about. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #4 Common assumptions and misconceptions about Track Systems | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:28:26 | |
Welcome to another solo episode! Excuse the Mare and Baby interruptions, you know mama (me) is trying to multitask- introducing a new herd member and entertaining a baby who woke up too early from her nap while trying to help horses.
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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #3 Interview with Tia Erdmann | 23 Apr 2024 | 00:40:20 | |
In this episode I interview my first guest Tia Erdman from Happy Hearts Horsemanship. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #2 Main pillars of a Horse Track System | 18 Apr 2024 | 00:12:47 | |
In this episode I describe what I perceive are the main pillars of a Track System. Without each of those the Track can't provide full benefits. This will give you more of an insight of what a Track is and how it works. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #28 Interview with Nikki from Gutzbusta | 09 Sep 2025 | 01:29:58 | |
In this episode I chat with Nikki, founder of GutzBusta Slow Feed Hay Nets. She shares how her business began, why slow feeding is so important for horse health, and how the right hay net can make a big difference in digestion, behaviour, and wellbeing. She's also a Hay farmer and Hoof trimmer and has a Bachelor of Applied Science in Equine Studies. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #1 What is a Track System | 16 Apr 2024 | 00:14:48 | |
Excuse the Audio I'm still learning :)
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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #27 Simone interviewing me (Toma Harper) | 12 Aug 2025 | 00:59:56 | |
In this episode Simone Rank is interviewing me about my Track. Please note that this has been recorded at the beginning of the year. QLD events coming up : Cowgirls Gathering 3rd - 5th October 2025 Horse Expo 25 14th-16th November 2025 We are chatting about: -Introducing Horses on a Track -Surfacing -Grass free Tracks -Hay And much more ! 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #26 Interview with Alicia Harlov | 02 Jul 2025 | 00:48:15 | |
Navicular Rehab – with Alicia Harlov Navicular isn’t always the end of the road. In this episode, I chat with hoof care practitioner Alicia Harlov about how track systems can help support navicular rehab. We talk movement, hoof health, environment, and what it really takes to give these horses a second chance. We cover: ✔ What navicular really means ✔ How tracks encourage healing movement ✔ Realistic rehab timelines and expectations If your horse has navicular — or you want to prevent it — this one’s for you. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #25 Hay with Simone Rank | 25 Mar 2025 | 01:20:36 | |
Hay, Hay, Hay, Welcome to our chat all about you guessed it: Hay! We are no 'experts' just two passionate horse and Track lovers sharing our knowledge and experiences. I hope you will take great value from this episode, please share if you do. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #24 Interview with Jill Willis | 11 Mar 2025 | 01:24:09 | |
Jill Willis is Jaime Jacksons business partner and a key figure in bringing Paddock Paradise concept to life. We chat all about the beginnings and her Paddock Paradise you can see in Jaimes book. For more information visit 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #23 Interview with Carolina | 25 Feb 2025 | 00:44:53 | |
This episode is sponsored by Happy Trackin' magazine subscribe here. This episode is all about winter on Track. Carolina is from Scandinavia, and I have chatted to her about her experiences of icy cold winters. Tune in to hear how she delas with frozen water and ground the darkness, snow and other challenges. 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #22 Interview with PB Paddock Paradise livery | 12 Dec 2024 | 01:24:56 | |
In this episode, I’m truly honored to chat with Maddie and Alyson from PB Paddock Paradise Livery and the one and only Happy Trackin’ Magazine! PB is a family-run, commercial track livery in the UK that specializes in rehabilitating horses from all walks of life and beyond. •their Website : www.pb-paddockparadiselivery.com Thank you so much for tuning in! 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #32 Interview with Louise Bach-Holler | 23 Dec 2025 | 00:59:01 | |
How closely is a horse’s environment linked to training? In this episode, Louise (a trainer and hoof care provider) and I dive into how a horse’s living conditions directly influence behaviour, learning, and training outcomes. Through real-life stories and shared thought processes, we explore how movement, footing, social connection, and daily environment shape the horse long before any “training” even begins. This episode offers some powerful insights and gentle mindset shifts that may change how you view both training and horse care. To connect with louise on : facebook Instagram her website 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #33 Interview with Amy Dell (Abbots view livery) | 13 Jan 2026 | 00:49:31 | |
In this episode I chat to Amy Dell from Abbots view livery: Barefoot and Back to Nature. In this episode, we talk about:
You can connect with Amy here: www.barefootandbacktonature.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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #34 Why Barefoot with Kelly | 13 Mar 2026 | 00:59:20 | |
*Apologies for my lisp, if this is your first time listening- it's not what I usually sound like 😆 (not that there is anything wrong with a lisp 😘) To fix up other sound issues this is how it came out I don't know why, I'm a Horse girl, no tech girl 😉 Kelly from 'one step closer paddock paradise' has come back on for a catch up And we chat Barefoot !!! Why should horses be barefoot ? Can every horse become barefoot ? and more ! 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||
| #35 Interview with Sophie- Integral Equine Nutrition | 09 Apr 2026 | 00:57:37 | |
In this episode of Track Talk, I am talking with Sophie from Integral Equine Nutrition for a really thought-provoking conversation around horse nutrition and management. Sophie brings a strong nutrition-first perspective and, interestingly, isn’t a big advocate of track systems, which made for a refreshing and important discussion. Are Tracks all they made out to be ?? This episode isn’t about proving one approach “right”, it’s more about opening up the conversation, challenging ideas, and learning from different perspectives in the horse world. This chat has reminded me to never stop questioning, observing and learning. Her Website is www.integralequine.com.au and you ca find her on Facebook and Instagram @integralequine. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39510325/ 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:
I also offer Track consultations, Tours of my Track and workshops/Talks check out my website for more info. | |||