The Fifth Gait Podcast
Episodes
15. Johannes Amplatz – Understanding Rider Weight Limits in Icelandic Horses
11 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
How much weight can a horse safely carry? In this episode of the Fifth Gait Podcast, we sit down with equine scientist and certified trainer Johannes ...
14. The Future of Icelandic Horsemanship | Reflections, Sales & 2026 Goals
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 14 of The Fifth Gait Podcast, we kick off the new year with an honest, reflective conversation about the past, present, and future of Icela...
13. Þorgeir Guðlaugsson - International Sport Judge, Writer, Educator & Icelandic Horse Historian
16 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 13 of The Fifth Gait Podcast, we sit down with one of the most influential voices in the Icelandic horse world: Þorgeir Guðlaugsson. Know...
12. Virginia Lauridsen — Developing Riders, Trainers & Breeding in the U.S.
01 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 12 of The Fifth Gait Podcast, we sit down with Virginia — USIHC President, Icelandic horse breeder, certified trainer, former professiona...
11. Hulda Geirsdóttir – Lessons from a Judge, Breeder, and Storyteller of Iceland
17 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Hulda Geirsdóttir—international FEIF judge, Icelandic horse breeder, journalist, and radio host—to explore her ...
10: Jessie Huijbers & Hörður Óli Sæmundarson - Training Young Horses & Breeding for Character
10 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Fifth Gait Podcast, hosts sit down with Iceland-based trainers Jessie Huijbers and Hörður Óli Sæmundarson of Gröf Farm to ...
9: Patrick Sullivan - Gamilah Unbridled & The Power of Liberty - Giving Horses Freedom to Think, Move, and Connect
26 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Fifth Gait Podcast, we sit down with Patrick Sullivan of Gamilah Unbridled, a renowned liberty trainer and brideless rider best...
8: Gumundur "Mummi" Arnarsson - Trainer, Innovator, & Ástund Saddle Maker for the Icelandic Horse
19 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In Episode 8 of The Fifth Gait Podcast, we sit down with Gumundur “Mummi” Arnarsson—renowned Icelandic horse trainer, riding teacher, and founde...
7: Meet Guðmar - Taking Icelandic Horses Worldwide: Hestaland Treks + Why Trainers Should Travel
12 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Fifth Gait Podcast, we sit down with Gudmar Petursson—renowned Icelandic horse trainer, educator, and founder of Hestaland in...
6: Importing Your Icelandic Horse - Vaccines, Shoes & Trees, Oh My! Empathizing with your Import
05 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Importing an Icelandic horse is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but it comes with unique challenges—from vaccines and hoof care to acclimating to t...
5: A Hard Look at World Championships: Shank Bits, Interesting Data + What’s up with walk scores?
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive deep into the 2025 Icelandic Horse World Championships—an event that only happens every two years and brings together the b...
4: Meet Oðinn Örn - Improving Animal Welfare, the Future of Breeding, + Oðinn’s Perfect Horse
22 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this week’s episode, we had the honor of interviewing Oðinn Örn Jóhansson, FEIF Breeding Judge, Breeding Show Ring Master, animal welfare offi...
3: Meet Robin from IamGlytja - Horse Names, "The Great Weight Debate" & Tölt Training vs. Big Lick
15 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s episode, we are interviewing Robin Guernsey, creator & manager of the world famous social media account, I Am Glytja. Robin is witty,...
2: Meet the Hosts- Breeding Trainability, Beating Burnout + Toxic Trainer Attitudes
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Fifth Gait Podcast:We have thrown around the idea of a podcast for years - but we finally made it happen, stuck in the truck together o...
1: Meet The Hosts- Stepping Back to Coming Back, What Horses Offer Humanity, Maturing as a Trainer
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the Fifth Gait Podcast:We have thrown around the idea of a podcast for years - but we finally made it happen, stuck in the truck together o...