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Talk Horse

Talk Horse

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 Saddle up for tales of triumph, drama, and equestrian life as we gallop through the highs and lows of the horse world. Hosted by Olympic eventer and equestrian enthusiast Pippa Funnell, alongside Made in Chelsea 's Tristan Phipps, a newcomer to the horse world. They’ll be joined by trailblazers and icons of the equestrian scene—from dressage to dead heats, ponies to polo, and everything in between.Joy Peddlers
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  • This Esme: From Pony Club Kid to Global Horse Influencer

    This Esme: From Pony Club Kid to Global Horse Influencer
    Apr 22 2026
    This week on Talk Horse, Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by one of the most recognisable faces in modern equestrian media, Esme Higgs, better known online as This Esme. Starting out as a young rider sharing her horsey life on YouTube, Esme has grown her channel into one of the biggest equestrian platforms in the world, reaching millions of viewers across more than 170 countries. But behind the glossy videos is a serious horsewoman with a deep passion for horse welfare, training, and bringing new audiences into the sport. Esme joins Pippa and Tristan to talk about growing up in an “unhorsey” family, how a simple YouTube channel turned into a global career and the realities of balancing content creation with riding. Plus a couple of big announcements for the upcoming Royal Windsor Horse show. Use the code TALKHORSE for 20% off tickets for the Thursday, Friday and Sunday. Let us know where you listen! info@talk-horse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Dressage Champion: Sadie Smith’s Journey from Riding School to Grand Prix

    Dressage Champion: Sadie Smith’s Journey from Riding School to Grand Prix
    Apr 15 2026
    Dressage rider Sadie Smith joins Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps on this week’s Talk Horse to talk about life inside one of equestrian sport’s most precise and demanding disciplines. Sadie became British Dressage National Champion at Grand Prix level in 2025, made her World Cup debut at the London International Horse Show, and was shortlisted for the FEI European Dressage Championships. Known for her sympathetic training style and ability to produce horses through the levels, she’s quickly established herself among the UK’s top riders. Sadie talks about her incredible partnership with Swanmore Dantina, the horse that helped take her to the top, as well as her journey producing horses from young prospects to Grand Prix performers. She also reflects on her time working with Carl Hester, gaining experience around legendary horses like Valegro, and riding professionally in the Netherlands. Do share your horsey stories with us info@talk-horse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • S3 Ep6: Khadijah Mellah: The Teen Who Rode Into Racing History

    S3 Ep6: Khadijah Mellah: The Teen Who Rode Into Racing History
    Apr 8 2026
    From Peckham to Goodwood… this is a story that changed British racing. Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps sit down with Khadijah Mellah, the trailblazing jockey who stunned the racing world when she won the Magnolia Cup at Goodwood in 2019. The first hijab-wearing jockey to ride in a competitive horse race in Britain, let alone win. Growing up in Peckham with no racing background, Khadijah’s journey into the saddle took off at the Ebony Horse Club in Brixton and quickly became one of the most inspiring stories in British sport. She talks about learning to ride as a teenager, the whirlwind of going from riding school to one of racing’s most famous tracks, and the pressure of competing in front of a global audience. Khadijah also reflects on what that historic win meant for diversity in racing and how horses changed the direction of her life. Plus, it’s that time of year again… Pippa and Tristan gear up for the biggest race in the calendar - the Grand National! We love hearing from you, so drop us a line on info@talk-horse.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 9 mins
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all of it was brilliant love the stories and such a diverse variety of equestrians -

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