Life In The Saddle
Activity Overview
Episode publication activity over the past year
Episodes
Episode 50: Ben Longwell - Trust and Understanding
19 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
"Trust & Understanding"...are these simply catch-phrases that horse people toss out into thin air without understanding the true depth of what tho...
Episode 49: Interview with Amy Raymond
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
I've followed Amy Raymond's work online for a long time, as silversmithing is one of my interests, and it was great to finally meet her at the Pendelt...
Episode 48: Interview with Daniel Dauphin
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It was so much fun to visit with Daniel, whose podcast I was privileged to be on late last year. This guy will keep you guessing and I think you'll en...
Episode 47: Interview with Carlos Macias
30 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I really enjoyed my visit with Carlos, whose work I've followed a long time. It was great to hear about his different adventures with horses and ranch...
Episode 46: Ben Longwell - Purpose Vs Progress
23 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Why do those without a job to do with their horses often take too long to make progress and those having a job to do with their horses often rush the ...
Episode 45: Interview with 'Rancher Ryan'
12 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I've followed Ryan's adventures on social media for several years and was finally privileged to meet him earlier this year in Salt Lake City. We had a...
Episode 44: Ben Longwell - More on Response in Spite of Trouble
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I don't think there is a principle that is more universal and applicable to horse riders, regardless of breed or discipline. What does a horse, and th...
Episode 43: Ben Longwell - How Much is Too Much Exposure?
07 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
There can be such a tricky balance between exposing your horse to something that bothers him, but not making it a traumatic experience that confirms h...
Episode 42: Interview with Ryan Rose
24 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ben caught up and recorded this podcast live with Ryan Rose at the Western States Horse Expo. It was fantastic to get to know him better and find out ...
Episode 41: Ben Longwell - Wet Saddle Blankets
08 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"Wet saddle blankets" What does this old saying mean? Is it something beneficial or detrimental for our horses? What else does it take to make a great...
Episode 40: Ben's interview for 'Best Horse Practices Podcast' - Purpose Vs Progress
23 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Ben was recently interviewed for Best Horse Practices Podcast with Maddy Butcher and we share it here with permission. This will make a third vi...
Episode 39: Interview with Jessica Hedges
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
I hope you enjoy this fun conversation as much as I did! Jess and I followed each other on social media for a couple of years before finally meeting f...
Episode 38: Ben Longwell - Mounting Troubles
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Is it difficult to mount your horse? This can be a common issue but is not the actual problem. Tune into this episode as we dive deeper into the roots...
Episode 37: Ben Longwell - ”Just A Trail Rider”
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you just a trail rider? I hear this statement all the time in my clinics and on social media - "I'm just a trail rider..." As if to set the expect...
Episode 36: Interview with Michelle Scully
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It was fascinating to catch up with Michelle earlier in the year and hear more about her history with horses, a wreck breaking her back, and the journ...
Episode 35: Ben Longwell - Helping A Horse Get Haltered
18 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to discuss some communication keys for preparing your horse to be haltered with trust and understanding. These principle...
Episode 34: Tales From The Trail: Jeffery Mundell
27 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'Tales from the Trail' which is a special podcast series we are recording in person as we travel the west during our Winter Clinic Tour. Fr...
Episode 33: Tales From The Trail: Joni Voloshin
31 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'Tales from the Trail' which is a special podcast series we are recording in person as we travel the west during our Winter Clinic Tour. Fr...
Episode 32: Interview with Mike Beck
17 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is always an honor to be able to talk to someone I admire. I have loved Mike Beck's music about horses and the west for as long as I can remember. ...
Episode 31: Tails From The Trail: J.M. Capriola’s
22 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'Tales from the Trail' which is a special podcast series we are recording in person as we travel the west during our Winter Clinic Tour. Fr...
Episode 30: Tales from the Trail: Seidel Saddlery
23 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'Tales from the Trail' which is a special podcast series we are recording in person as we travel the west during our Winter Clinic Tour. Fr...
Episode 29: Interview with Duke Phillips
06 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
I was very excited to visit with Duke Phillips - a person I have looked up to for a long time and whose work I find very inspiring. Don't miss this on...
Episode 28: Tales from the Trail: Three Forks Saddlery
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'Tales from the Trail' which is a special podcast series we are recording in person as we travel the west during our Winter Clinic Tour. Fr...
Episode 27: Tales from the Trail: Buckaroo Businesses
29 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to 'Tales from the Trail' which is a special podcast series we are recording in person as we travel the west during our Winter Clinic Tour. Fr...
Episode 26: Interview with Nicole Masters
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It was such a pleasure to be able to talk to a regenerative agriculture expert like Nicole Masters. My wife, Natalie, and I are still early in our jou...
Episode 25: Ben Longwell - Storytime: A Bull in the Mountains
21 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's Story-Time! In these podcasts I share an exciting personal story from my life with horses and the lessons we can learn through the crazy adventur...
Episode 24: Ben Longwell - Horsemanship for the Flighty Horse
16 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we are going to discuss some communication keys for a Flighty Horse. Without us digging deeper and helping to build confidence, the f...
Episode 23: Interview with Vicki Wilson
11 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Tune in to listen to my conversation with Vicki Wilson, one of New Zealand's top equestrians. I first met Vicki during the inaugural Kaimanawa Stallio...
Episode 22: Ben Longwell - Response In Spite Of Trouble
24 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I'm excited to discuss one of my favorite subjects that is so applicable to all riders of any breed and discipline. We need to be spe...
Episode 21: Ben Longwell - Storytime: A Spoiled Mare & A Renegade Stallion
26 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It's Story-Time! In these podcasts I share an exciting personal story from my life with horses and the lessons we can learn through the crazy adventur...
Episode 20: Interview with Jeremiah Watt - part 2
26 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
**This episode is broken up into 2 parts...this is part 2** We got acquainted with Jeremiah when we used to import fine using gear and tack from the ...
Episode 19: Interview with Jeremiah Watt - part 1
26 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
**This episode is broken up into 2 parts...this is part 1** We got acquainted with Jeremiah when we used to import fine using gear and tack from the ...
Episode 18: Ben Longwell - The 5 Fundamentals - Part 5 ”Speed”
04 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Very excited to dig a little deeper into horsemanship and riding theory. Do you ever stop for a moment and wonder just what, exactly, you're supposed ...
Episode 17: Interview with Jeff Sanders - part 2
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part 2 of our conversation because it ended up so long! It is always a pleasure to visit with Jeff Sanders, whom I count as one of my ...
Episode 16: Interview with Jeff Sanders - part 1
17 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is always a pleasure to visit with Jeff Sanders, whom I count as one of my mentors. We share a lot of the same interests, particularly that of the ...
Episode 15: Ben Longwell - The 5 Fundamentals - Part 3&4 ”Balance & Strength”
04 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Very excited to dig a little deeper into horsemanship and riding theory. Do you ever stop for a moment and wonder just what, exactly, you're supposed ...
Episode 14: Interview with Ty Evans
04 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It was such fun to catch up with muleman, Ty Evans, to talk mulemanship/horsemanship and life! About Ty: Ty Evans is a Christian, family man, and mu...
Episode 13: Ben Longwell - The 5 Fundamentals - Part 2 ”Suppleness”
19 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Very excited to dig a little deeper into horsemanship and riding theory. Do you ever stop for a moment and wonder just what, exactly, you're supposed ...
Episode 12: Interview with Cole Cameron
01 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Was incredible to catch up with Cole again, learning more about his adventures and growing up with Craig Cameron as his dad! About Cole: Cole Cameron...
Episode 11: Ben Longwell - Storytime: High Diving Dixie
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's Story-Time! In these podcasts I share an exciting personal story from my life with horses and the lessons we can learn through the crazy adventur...
Episode 10: Interview with Anna Blake
29 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It was a lot of fun (and thought-provoking!) to visit with Anna, after having met her at Equidays here in New Zealand in '18. She has such a way with ...
Episode 9: Ben Longwell - The 5 Fundamentals - Part 1 "Forward First"
15 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Very excited to dig a little deeper into horsemanship and riding theory. Do you ever stop for a moment and wonder just what, exactly, you're supposed ...
Episode 8: Ben Longwell - Storytime: A Bear of a Time
02 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Join me today for a special story-time podcast - where I share an exciting personal story from my life with horses and the lessons we can learn throug...
Episode 7: Interview with Colton Woods
19 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It is an honor to have caught up with Colton Woods recently! We haven't met in person yet, but have enjoyed getting to know one another through social...
Episode 6: Ben Longwell - The Direct Feel
09 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I clarify the use and purpose of tools such as a rope halter, snaffle bit, or hackamore as a direct feel (as opposed to indirect feel...
Episode 5: Ben Longwell - Body Language
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I cover some of the details of 'body language' when it comes to horses. This catch phrase in the horsemanship world is often misunders...
Episode 4: Interview with Jane Pike
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
I always enjoy catching up with Jane, whether at an expo, a clinic or when our families get together for a meal! Jane works incredibly with a huge arr...
Episode 3: Ben Longwell - Reaction, Resistance & Response
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I cover what I call the "Three R's" -the differences between what these look like and how we set our horses up to truly be responsive,...
Episode 2: Interview with Warwick Schiller
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It was an honor to catch up with world renowned horseman Warwick Schiller again, hear more of his story and discuss fresh insights that he has been de...
Episode 1: Ben Longwell - Left Side, Right Side, Near Side, Off Side?
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I discuss some of the pitfalls of the traditional approach, which teaches us to work with our horses almost entirely with our horses o...