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Khadijah Mellah: The Teen Who Rode Into Racing History
08 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
From Peckham to Goodwood… this is a story that changed British racing. Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps sit down with Khadijah Mellah, the trailbl...
S3 Ep5: The Man Behind the Medals | Yogi Breisner
01 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What does it take to build an Olympic medal-winning eventing team and keep horses performing at the very highest level? This week on Talk Horse, we’...
S3 Ep4: Life on the Edge of the Saddle | Ben Atkinson
25 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by Ben Atkinson, one of the UK’s most electrifying equestrian performers, stunt riders and horse trainer...
S3 Ep3 : Natalie O'Rouke The Million Pound Fight to Save Her Stable
18 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa and Tristan are joined by a true powerhouse of the equine world this week. If you don't know Nat's story - then you really should!From being fir...
S3 Ep2: The Road to Cheltenham with Nico de Boinville
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
It's Cheltenham week! And who better to join Pippa and Tristan this special week than one of jump racing’s most successful riders, Nico de Boinville...
S3 Ep1: Joe Ashman on Free Rein and Finding a Passion
04 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back for Series 3 of Talk Horse! Did you miss us? We’re kicking things off in style with a guest hot off a flight from LA.Actor Joe Ashman, ...
S2 Ep19: Boyd Exell - Four Horses. One Man. Pure Excellence
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the last of our live specials, Pippa and Tristan speak to the incredible Boyd Exell. Our first guest from the world of carriage driving and what a ...
S2 Ep18: John, Donald and Jack Whitaker - Born to Jump
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode, recorded live on stage at the London International Horse Show, Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by three members o...
S2 Ep17: Geir & Johan Gulliksen - A Showjumping Dynasty
07 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In the first of these specials, recorded live at the London International Horse Show, Pippa and Tristan are joined by one of showjumping’s most resp...
S2 Ep16: Laura Kraut Olympic Showjumping Queen
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We're feeling festive in the studio and we hope you are too! In the last episode before our Christmas break Pippa and Tristan are joined by one of the...
S2 Ep15: Lee Middleton - the Man Behind Equine America
10 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a festive, feel-good episode of Talk Horse as Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps team up with Equine America and welcome long-time friend ...
S2 Ep14: Lydia Haywood Riding for Change
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by the incredible Lydia Haywood, the event rider shaking up the equestrian world. She’s the force behind...
S2 EP 13: From Hogwarts to Horsepower: Greg Powell Horsemaster and Stunt Man
26 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Riding intot he studio this week is legendary stunt co-ordinator and horse master Greg Powell, the man behind some of the most iconic action moments i...
S2 Ep 12: Marina Fogle Takes the Reins
19 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Marina Fogle rides into Talk Horse for a chat with Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps, diving into everything from pony-mad childhood memories to redisc...
S2 Ep 11: Oli Bell - Hitting His Stride
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by ITV Racing’s Oli Bell, one of the most recognisable faces in British horse racing. From his early sta...
S2 Ep 10: Becky Moody - Dressage Bombshell
05 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
After last week’s shenanigans, Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are firmly back in the equine world. They’re joined by dressage star and Olympic b...
S2 Ep9: Miles Nazaire - Made in Chelsea's Stallion
29 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's all a bit different this episode as it's Pippa Funnell's birthday, and everyone is very giddy. Luckily Tristan has bought her a special gift in t...
S2 Ep8: Matt Sampson and Kara Chad - Transatlantic Power Couple
22 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by show-jumping superstars, and engaged couple, Matt Sampson and Kara Chad.Kara grew up in Calgary and has...
S2 Ep7: Megan Elphick: Going Clear and Going Viral
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by eventer and social media star Megan Elphick, the rider behind Elphick Event Ponies, who has turned her ...
S2 Ep6: David Broome: Britain’s Showjumping Icon
08 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa and Tristan sit down with one of the true icons of British showjumping, David Broome CBE. A six-time Olympian, three-time Olympic medalist, and ...
S2 Ep5: William Fox-Pitt - Lessons from a Legend
01 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa and Tristan are joined in the studio by one of the tallest, and most decorated, figures in Eventing history, William Fox-Pitt. From his record-b...
S2 Ep4: Racing Ahead: The Rise of Saffie Osborne
24 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are Talking Horse with one of the most exciting young talents in British racing, Saffie Osborne. From a childhood spe...
S2 Ep3: All the King's Horses with Rebecca Bee
17 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Talk Horse, Pippa and Tristan are joined by Captain Rebecca Bee, Second in Command of the King’s Troop Royal Horse Artillery, one of th...
S2 Ep2: Hen Knight - Racing Royalty
10 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Pippa and Tristan sit down with one of racing’s most iconic trainers, Henrietta Knight - the woman behind the legendary Best Mate, ...
S2 Ep1: Hashtags and Horsepower with Harlow White and Demir
03 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are back for Talk Horse Series Two. And we're off to a flying start as we welcome two of the biggest names in equestr...
Special 4: Jodie Kidd Unbridled - from Reins to Runways
06 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the last of our summer specials, recorded on the morning of Derby Day in June 2025, right in the heart of Hickstead, Pippa and Tristan sadd...
Special 3: Shane Breen Jumping Machine!
23 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live on the morning of Derby Day, this special episode of Talk Horse with Pippa and Tristan features showjumper and breeder Shane Breen, spea...
Special 2: Running the Show - Inside Hickstead with Lizzie Bunn
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to the second of our Talk Horse summer specials. Recorded live at Hickstead on the morning of Derby Day, this episode takes you right to ...
Special 1: Saddles, Sequins and Staying Power with Angela Rippon
25 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Talk Horse proper will be back soon. But while we brew that up, enjoy the first of our special episodes, recorded earlier this summer, where we sit do...
Ep 26: The Rest is Horses
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BEST BITS COMPILATION THREEWhatever the story, the horse is at the heart. In the last of our best bits, w...
Ep 25: Getting Back in the Saddle
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BEST BITS COMPILATION TWO Life’s twists, turns, and the horses that carry us through We’re taking a short break, but don’...
Ep 24: Leading the Field - How to Reach the Top and Stay There
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BEST BITS COMPILATION ONE What an incredible first series it’s been! Since Christmas, we've absolutely loved Talking Horse with our brilliant l...
Ep 23: Double Trouble with Jack Whitaker and Joe Stockdale - Elite Showjumpers
28 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
They’ve been on our dream guest list from day one, so Pippa and Tristan were over the moon to welcome showjumping sensations Jack Whitaker and Joe S...
Ep 22: Blooming Legend Alan Titchmarsh
21 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a really special episode this week. Not only are Pippa and Tristan coming to you live from the Royal Windsor Horse Show, but we’re breaking t...
Ep 21: Hazel Jackson - In Polo Position
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa and Tristan are joined by the world number one women's polo player, Hazel Jackson. From her grounding in the New Forest Pony Club to bossing it ...
Ep 20: Join Our Club with Marcus Capel
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tack, Trotting and Tom Cruise!This week we have Marcus Capel, Chief Executive of The Pony Club in the studio. He waxes lyrical with Pippa and Tristan ...
Ep 19 BONUS : A Little More Piggy March
02 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Extra bonus bits of Piggy March in conversation with Pippa FunnellPiggy and Pippa just had so much to talk about we couldn't fit it in to one pod - so...
Ep 19: Piggy’s Path to the Podium – with Eventer Extraordinaire Piggy March
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa and Tristan sit down with eventing superstar Piggy March to explore the grit, grace, and guts behind her journey to the top. Piggy opens up abou...
Ep 18: Straight from the Horse’s Mouth with Equine Dentist Chris Warren
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week on Talk Horse, Pippa and Tristan are chomping at the bit to chat with top equine dentist Chris Warren. After starting his career as a j...
Ep 17: Tullis Matson – The Birds, the Bees & the Pipette, Please
16 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Pippa and Tristan are joined in their brand-new Talk Horse home by Tullis Matson, Managing Director of Stallion AI (that’s Arti...
Ep 16: Stable Foundations with Eventer Justine Ward
09 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Tristan’s still away, so the girls will play! Today’s pod is all about teenage laughter, life lessons, and the late nights that helped shape a car...
Ep 15: Bob Champion – Beating the Odds
02 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Grand National week, so who else could we have in the studio but Bob Champion - a man synonymous with his stunning and emotional 1981 victory o...
Ep 14: Taking a Leap with Louise Bell - Grand Prix Dressage Rider
26 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week there are a lot of laughs in the studio as Tristan and Pippa are joined by the inimitable 5* Grand Prix dressage rider - Louise Bell.Not onl...
Ep 13: Rosie Tapner – a Model Horsewoman
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There aren’t many people who can lay claim to gracing the cover of Vogue at 16 and presenting equestrian TV coverage for channels such as Sky Sports...
Ep 12: Head Groom Adam Short - in Stable Hands
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let’s hear it for the Grooms! This week, Tristan and Pippa are in conversation with the fantastic Adam Short, Head Groom for the world’s number on...
Ep 11: A Funnell Family affair – with Champion Showjumper William Funnell
05 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a special one this week as Tristan wrangles a pair of fabulous Funnells. He and Pippa are in conversation with Pippa’s husband of over 30 yea...
Ep 10: An Eventful Life - with Golden Girl Laura Collett
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Pippa and Tristan are joined by multiple Olympic medallist, Badminton champion, and all round fabulous British Eventer Laura Collett. From ...
Ep 9: Hot to Trot with Farrier Sam Wolfenden
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Excitement levels are high as internet sensation, handsome horseman, and experienced farrier Sam Wolfenden joins Pippa and Tristan in the studio. With...
Ep 8: Tina Cook – The Main Eventer
12 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Tristan and Pippa this week is the fabulous event rider Tina Cook. From the torment of being an Olympic reserve to the glorious highs of winni...
Ep 7: Rise, Fall, and Reinvention with Inspirational Jockey - Mick Fitzgerald
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Tristan and Pippa this week is the one and only Mick Fitzgerald. A memorable winner of the Grand National in 1996 and the Cheltenham Gold Cup ...
Ep 6: Natasha Baker - A Paralympic Powerhouse
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Pippa and Tristan chat with the phenomenal and inspiring six-time Paralympic gold medallist, Natasha Baker. 🏅🐎 From early challenges ...
Ep 5: Chasing a Lead - From Jockey to Journalist with Alice Plunkett
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Tristan is away—but fear not, we’ve got a very special episode for you. Pippa is in conversation with her old friend Alice Fox-Pitt (Pl...
Ep 4: Nigel Hollings - The Greatest Showman
15 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa and Tristan are joined by renowned equestrian judge and trainer Nigel Hollings, who shares his extensive experience in the world of showing—th...
Ep 3: Life's Hurdles with Showjumping Legend Di Lampard
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Pippa and Tristan chat to the incredible Di Lampard, the Performance Manager (or Chef d'Équipe) of the British Showjumping team. She’ll share insig...
Ep 2: Richard Davison - The Doyen of Dressage
28 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Talk Horse, the brand-new podcast for all things equestrian! Join Pippa and Tristan as they "talk horse" with Richard Davison, four-time Ol...
Ep 1: The Hollywood Horsemaster Dan Naprous
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Talk Horse, the brand-new podcast for all things equestrian! Join Pippa and Tristan as they "talk horse" with Dan Naprous, the man behind t...