Connemara Pony Tales
Episodes
The White Way with Harlow & Chelsea White
07 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn the final episode of this Connemara Pony Tales season, host Lucinda Kelly sits down with one of the most talked-about duos in the UK pon...
Inside the 2025 Connemara Pony Market: Insights with Padraic Heanue & Emma Bevan
11 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWhat does the future hold for the Connemara pony market in 2025? In this episode, we sit down with two very respected voices in the industr...
Stars in the Making: Search for a Star Novice Championships 2025
21 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEpisode Description: Join us at the 2025 Connemara Pony World Search for a Star Novice Championships for a special vox pop edition of Conne...
Voices from Clifden: Celebrating the 100th Connemara Pony Show
28 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWelcome to a very special episode of Connemara Pony Tales. We’re here in Clifden, the heart of Connemara, celebrating the 100th Connemara...
Golden Tickets: The Road to Dublin 2025
21 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textNext up on Connemara Pony Tales...we’re bringing you a feel-good mash-up episode featuring the riders and ponies who’ve qualified for t...
The Hidden History of the Connemara Pony: In Conversation with Tom MacLochlainn
18 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, we’re honoured to welcome a truly iconic figure in the world of the Connemara Pony — historia...
Laminitis in Connemara Ponies: A Deep Dive with Dr. Kieran O’Brien
22 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textLaminitis in Connemara Ponies: A Deep Dive with Dr. Kieran O’Brien Hosted by Lucinda Kelly | Connemara Pony World PodcastAt this time of ...
In the Ring: Mastering Working Hunter with Native Pony Experts
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWorking Hunter is having a moment — and native ponies like the Connemara are leading the charge. In this special episode of Connemara Pon...
Breeding Legends: Inside Clover Hill’s Connemara Success Story
09 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, we chat to Bridget and Peter Lee of Clover Hill Connemara Ponies, the breeders behind some of the ...
Ponies & People: A Day at the Midlands Stallion Parade
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWe hit the road to the heart of Ireland for the Midlands Connemara Pony Breeders Group Annual Stallion Parade and Yearling Show. In this Vo...
Measuring Up: Putting the Experts in the Hot Seat on Connemara Pony Standards
06 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, we’re turning up the heat and putting three international experts in the hot seat to tackle some...
Beyond the Bullsh*t: The Truth About Judging Connemara Ponies
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textEver wondered what really happens behind the judge’s table? We’re cutting through the noise and getting straight to the truth.We’ve b...
The Road to London 2024: Ridden Connemaras in the Spotlight
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, host Lucinda Kelly explores the exciting world of ridden Connemara ponies in the show ring. Joined...
Across the Pond: Celebrating Connemara Ponies in the U.S
06 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, host Lucinda Kelly dives into the heart of the U.S. Connemara pony community with three passionate...
Heart of the Breed: Fairyhill Ponies with John Noel Mullen
09 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, we’re honoured to have John Noel Mullen of Fairyhill Connemara Ponies with us. Known for producing ponies true to type w...
Voices of Clifden: Inside the October 2024 Connemara Pony Sales
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWelcome to a very special edition of Connemara Pony Tales! This October, we took our microphones to the heart of the action at the Clifden...
Robbie Fallon and the Legacy of Cashel Bay Connemara Ponies
07 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, we are delighted to welcome Robbie Fallon from Cashel Bay Connemara Pony Stud in Connemara, County...
A Conversation with Lady Maria Levinge of Grange Connemara Ponies
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we chat to Lady Maria Levinge of Grange Connemara ponies and past, present and future ponies. https://www.facebook.com/C...
Tips & Tales from Native Pony Show Riders & Producers
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIntroducing some of our best show riders and producers of native ponies across UK & Ireland!1. Aimee Devane2. Charlotte Smiley3. Amber ...
Quick-Fire Insights: Your Burning Questions Answered by the CPBS Council
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, Daragh O'Tuairisg, the CPBS President and Cait Hennessy, HR Executive of theCouncil take on a whirlwind of quickfire ...
Fireside Chat with Malachy Gorham of Kingstown Stud
23 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textForeward – by Pam ClinganI have the honour of writing the foreward for this extraordinary bumper podcast of our host, Lucinda Kelly, in c...
Pony Chats with Midland Breeders Sean Dunne & Pat Rabbitt
10 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWelcome to the first episode of the 2024 series!Joining me are two highly respected Midland Connemara pony breeders, Sean Dunne of Garryhin...
Meet the Breeders: Australia
09 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we meet with 3 of Australia's Connemara pony breeders who are passionate about the pony and the promotion of the breed...
HOYS '22 Riders with Vikki Smith, Vicki Casey and Ciara Mullen
04 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a text The Horse of the Year Show 2022 kicks off at the NEC in Birmingham tomorrow! In this episode, I speak to three riders who have qualifie...
A Judges View on the Changing Connemara Pony
10 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, I speak to a group of our top pony judges about the evolution of the Connemara pony in line with todays market demand,.Joi...
Meet the Breeders: Importing Connemara Stallions
13 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of Connemara Pony Tales, I speak to breeders who have imported Connemara stallions to help with their breeding goals.Guests...
Skin Issues with your Connemara Pony with Dr Kieran O’Brien
01 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textHAVE ANY SKIN PROBLEMS WITH YOUR PONIES? Sweet Itch/Itching Ringworm Mud Fever Sunburn RainRotIn this episode we speak to Dr Kieren O&...
A Chat with Priscilla and Talitha Diamond of Diamonds Connemara Ponies
16 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we are delighted to welcome Priscilla and Talitha Diamond of Diamonds Equine in Renvyle, County Galway in the West of Irela...
Young Breeders Chit Chat
06 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we chat to three young breeders about how they got into ponies, their breeding goals and what they have lined up for 2022.J...
A Chat with British Breeders Andrew Morrey, Kerry Wainwright and Dianna Staveley
12 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWe are hugely grateful to the British Connemara Pony Society for organising the guests for this episode: 1. Andrew Morrey, President of th...
A Chat with Jimmy and John Canavan of Fernville Connemara Stud
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, we chat to Jimmy and John Canavan of Fernville Pony Stud in Moycullen, Co Galway. Jimmy talks about Abbelyleix Owen, Haz...
Connemara Pony Sales - An Overview of the 2021 market with Padraic Heanue and Joanne Hannigan
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we once again chat with Padraic Heanue and Joanne Hannigan about the Connemara pony market this year. What are prices like?...
Let's Talk Genetics with Dr Melissa Cox and Fiona Comer
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textGet ready to learn about Connemara genetics like never before!This episode we speak to Dr Melissa Cox and Fiona Comer about a range of gene...
Meet the Irish HOYS qualified riders and producers 2021
12 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textFor the first time, the Irish Pony Society was awarded qualifiers for the M&M ridden and working hunter classes as well as the In-Hand ...
Meet the Vets - The Pros and Cons of AI for your mares and stallions
26 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textGet ready to learn like you never have before! The topic of AI is a beast but something that we felt was worth discussing on the podcast....
Saddle Fitting with Fiona Cork and Lauren Coxhead
18 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode of Connemara Pony Tales we discuss all matters related to saddle fitting for your ponies.We have two amazing guests answeri...
Skærgården Connemaras - A Chat with Birgitte and Anna Gotske
07 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we chat to the Danish Stud, Skærgården Connemara ponies. Mother and daughter duo Birgitte and Anna fill us in on the hist...
Our Jumping Pony - A Chat with Mary McCann and Ger Foley hosted by Carol Henley
28 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, Carol Henley of Thornbrook Stud in Kildare chats to Mary McCann of Hartwell Stud and Ger Foley of Foley Ponies. We chat ...
The Height of our Connemara Pony - What Should We Do?
23 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, we chat about the height of the Connemara pony, both the demand for the larger pony and then the lack of smaller, quality ...
Top Tips for Feeding your Pony this Winter
23 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we chat with Shirley Jones from Topspec, a leading equine nutrition company, about feeding your ponies this winter. She i...
A Chat with Blanche Miller of Rosenaharley Stud
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWe were delighted to chat to Blanche Miller of Rosenaharley Stud in Dorset, UK. Blanche has been involved with Connemara ponies since the 1...
The History of the Connemara Pony Show with Tom MacLochlainn
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textWith the Connemara Pony Show meant to be taking place this week at Clifden in Galway, Ireland, this episode is with the ex CPBS President T...
A Chat with Show Producer Joe Burke
09 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, we chat to one of Ireland's most successful Connemara pony producers, Joe Burke. Joe is a CPBS and IPS judge and als...
Show Riders Chat - Ciara Mullen, Harrison Taylor and Sadhbh O'Connor
13 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we chat to top show riders Ciara Mullen, Harrison Taylor and Sadhbh O'Connor about what's going on in their yards...
Connemara Ponies Past and Present with William Micklem
30 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we speak to the incredibly knowledgeable William Micklem.William is a keynote speaker, author (best selling manual "Th...
Connemara stallions of the past with former CPBS President Tom MacLochlainn
23 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode we sit down with Tom MacLochlainn, former President of the Connemara Pony Breeders Society. Tom gives us an insight on the ...
Buying and Selling Ponies in 2020 - Padraig Heanue and Joanne Hannigan
17 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textThis episode we chat about buying and selling Connemara ponies with Padraic Heanue and Joanne Hannigan. Padraic Heanue is the Manager of th...
Getting to the Bottom of HWSD in Connemara Ponies
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textIn this episode, we cover Hoof Wall Separation Disease, also better known as HWSD. This is a condition that has been identified in Connemar...
Show Riders and Producers Chit Chat
09 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Send a textOur first episode we have with us renowned Galway girl Grace Maxwell Murphy hosting a session with top UK riders and producers Vanessa Comp...