The Touch of a Mustang - Personal Transformation | Horse Guided Growth | Human-Animal Bond
Episodes
Beyond Talk Therapy--Why Horses Reach Veterans Differently with Kathleen Saucier | Episode 61
19 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I talk with Kathleen Saucier, case manager and co-founder of Samson’s Strength Sustainable Veterans Project, about the work being d...
How to Build a Successful and Sustainable Nonprofit with Rob Harter | Episode 60
12 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Building a nonprofit often begins with a powerful sense of purpose—but turning that passion into a sustainable organization requires more than good ...
How Horses Guide Us to Healing with Chloe Elgar | Episode 59
05 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we enter the world of horse medicine and intuitive guidance with Chloe Elgar, a psychic medium and intuitive guide living on her ranch...
Do Horses Really Help? What the Research Says with Leanne Nieforth
26 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Many of us who have spent time with horses understand that our time with them changes something about us. It's difficult to describe, to explain. ...
What it Takes to Truly Rescue a Horse with Rescue Ranchito | Episode 57
18 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dig into the realities of horse rescue with Erin and Casey of Rescue Ranchito. What does it truly mean to rescue a horse? What hap...
How One Women Pursued Her Dreams of Mustangs while Raising 8 Kids with Nicci Lynn | Episode 56
04 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes, it's worth going for your dreams, even if they seem unreasonable and unwise from the outside looking in. In this conversation, I talk w...
How Relationships are Built with Luke Reinbold | Episode 55
21 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Luke Reinbold has spent the last twenty-five years learning about and becoming a better man because of horses. Beginning as a self-described impatient...
Taught How to Love Correctly by a Difficult Mustang with Jimmy Wiseman | Episode 54
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Jimmy Wiseman, trainer and owner of 3Y Ranch & Rehab, shares the story of a Mustang who changed more than just his training approach. This horse r...
Say it Louder! Every Voice Makes a Difference
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with filmmaker and wild-horse advocate Ashley Avis—director, screenwriter, producer, and the founder of The Wild Beauty ...
She's Back! One Woman's Ride Across America with Mustangs | Episode 52
20 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
She did what most people only dream of! After six months on the trail, Patricia is back with us, full of stories from her epic adventure. Many of us l...
How to Come Back When You Become to Scared to Ride | Episode 51
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shalyce shares her personal journey of fear, healing, and regaining confidence after an intense accident. Whether it followed a fall,...
How Mustangs Can Change You with Jeff Cook | Episode 50
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Jeff Cook — lifelong horseman, trainer, and founder of Dream Horse AZ — to explore how wild Mustangs are transfo...
What I Wish I’d Known Before Adopting a Mustang | Episode 49
11 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
My Mustang journey has been one of the best experiences of my life. However, when I adopted my first Mustang, I had a lot of learning to do. In this e...
Letting Go and Finding Acceptance | Meditation Series | Episode 1
04 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is the first in a series of moving meditation—designed to be listened to while you're walking, driving, doing chores, or spending q...
No One Believed In Her with Addie Gonzalez | Episode 48
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, Shalyce sits down with Addie Gonzalez—a ranch manager, soil scientist, and first-time Mustang owner whose wild horse chan...
Holding the Wounded and Helping them Healing with Dave and Kathleen from SSSVP | Episode 47
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Shalyce Cluff sits down with the founders of Samson’s Strength Sustainable Veterans Project, Kathleen and Da...
Building True Partnership with Your Horse with Ashley Dudas | Episode 46
30 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, we're joined by Ashley Dudas—also known as The Savvy Equestrian—a passionate Professional Horsemanship Instructor, Clin...
A Journey of Healing, Horses, and New Beginnings With Jaime Davis | Episode 45
23 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by someone whose life has been shaped by horses from the very beginning. At just 13, she started working at a local hors...
Sacred Principles for Higher Living with Justin Dunn | Episode 44
14 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Touch of a Mustang Podcast, I’m joined by horseman and teacher Justin Dunn of the American Mustang School. Together, we explo...
Honoring the Horse through the Power of Partnership with Henry Merrill | Episode 43
04 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Touch of a Mustang Podcast, I sit down with Henry Merrill, a third-generation horseman with a deep-rooted history in ranching, ...
Capturing the Essence of the Wild with Tim West | Episode 42
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Touch of a Mustang Podcast, I sit down with Tim West, a passionate photographer whose journey into capturing the spirit of wild...
Join the World of Wild Horses | Episode 41
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special panel discussion, host Shalyce Cluff of The Touch of a Mustang turns the reins over to Hollie Tenberge as they delve into the world of...
A Second Chance for Retired Racehorses with Rebecca Forcier| Episode 40
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we’re joined by Rebecca Forcier, the inspiring founder of Wild Hearts Thoroughbred Adoption Society, a registered charity based in ...
Unveiling the Value of Mustang Horses in the Domestic World with Matt Manroe | Episode 39
24 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Step into the world of Mustang Champions with Executive Director Matt Manroe in this captivating episode. Discover how this trailblazing organization ...
Life is Not Meant to be Free of Struggle with Cope Wilson | Episode 38
17 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Veteran Cope Wilson to explore his journey from the harrowing front lines of war to life-changing moments of...
One Woman’s Upcoming 3,000-Mile Trek Across the U.S. with Her Mustangs | Episode 37
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we sit down with Patricia Petrina (better known as Penny Pett on Instagram), an avid horsewoman and back-country enthusiast, who is ab...
Building a Community of Healing with Mustang Recovery Challenge | Episode 36
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with the team behind The Mustang Recovery Challenge, a transformative nonprofit that blends substance use prevention and ...
Mustangs and Inmates Serving Each Other with Lynda Sanford | Episode 35
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Lynda Sanford, the founder of the Mustangs of America Foundation (MAF), to talk about her incredible journey from ci...
Giving Freedom Back to Wild Horses with Moksha Sanctuary | Episode 34
17 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Crystal Field had just opened a new hair salon in Portland, OR, but was soon guided to follow a call in another direction. During the pandemic of 2020...
My Reaction to My Animal Communication Session | Episode 33
11 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I dive into the fascinating world of animal communication, sharing my personal experience from a recent session I had with an animal ...
Finding Healing through Connection with At Ease Horsemanship | Episode 32
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Matson and Gabriel, from At Ease Horsemanship, to explore the transformative journeys they've had working with M...
Communing with the Mustang with Lindsay Knuth | Episode 31
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Lindsay Knuth, a former private practice bodywork and massage therapist for people, who made a life-changing leap int...
An Advocate for the Mustang with Trayce Stackhouse-Ghislain | Episode 30
22 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this inspiring episode, we sit down with Trayce, a passionate Mustang owner, to hear the incredible story of her bond with Wally, her Mustang, and ...
Uncovering Life Changing Truths Through Mustang Horsemanship with Justin Dunn | Episode 29
14 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, Justin Dunn, founder of American Mustang School, talks with host, Shalyce Cluff, in the first of a series of episodes, to ex...
Letting Go so You Can Grow | Episode 28
08 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share the profound lessons I’ve learned from my Mustang horses about the power of letting go and focusing on what I can truly con...
Capturing the Powerful Healing of Equines Through Film with Twila LaBar and Nancy Krenek | Episode 27
31 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Touch of a Mustang, we sit down with the visionary director, Twila LaBar, ofWhere the Horses Heal the Souland the inspiring fou...
Horses Ability to Teach Present Moment Living through Mindfulness | Episode 26
24 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the transformative relationship between humans and horses, specifically focusing on how these divine animals enhance ou...
Building Relationships Through Equine Assisted Learning with Kaity Proctor | Episode 25
16 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we sit down with Kaity from Alma Vida Horse Ranch, a passionate advocate for equine-assisted learning.Join us as we explore the trans...
Avoiding Destructive Methods of Escape through Emotional Release | Episode 24
30 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In a world where many turn to alcohol, drugs, and social media for escape, we delve into the unique bond between humans and horses, uncovering how Mus...
Regaining Confidence Through Mustang Connection | Episode 23
13 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode gets personal, as I share my personal journey of rediscovering confidence through the incredible bond I formed with my Mustangs.After fac...
A Veteran's Journey with Mustangs From Despair to Hope with Sean Hill | Episode 22
22 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, we hear the inspiring story of Sean, a military veteran who faced the daunting challenges of reintegration after his service...
Embracing the Life You Have | Episode 21
21 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join me in this enlightening episode as I delve into the powerful principles that have reshaped my horsemanship, my life, and my approach to parenting...
Faith-based Living versus Fear-based Living | Episode 20
13 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Life has thrown some intense challenges my way recently, including a wildfire dangerously close to home. In this powerful episode, I explore the trans...
Progress over Perfection | Episode 19
20 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the concept of focusing onprogress overperfection. Many of us have grown up with a fixed mindset, believing that we’re...
Admiring the Beauty of the Horse with Francisco Lisci | Episode 18
06 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Francisco and I talk about wild horses, particularly those being threatened in Canada. We also dive into the power of creativity...
The Payoff of the Try with Lily Reynolds | Episode 17
24 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Lily, a lifelong horse lover, to discuss her journey with horses and the profound lessons they’ve taught her along ...
Connection and Relaxation with Gareth Mare | Episode 16
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I share my unexpected conversation with Gareth Mare, founder of Heartfelt Horsemanship. What started with a dream about the name &quo...
Called to This Work with Brittany Ference | Episode 15
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I’m joined by Brittany Ference, the Executive Director of the Great Escape Mustang Collaborative, for an insightful conversation ab...
A Wild Love Story with Stargazer and Nora | Episode 14
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we dive into the incredible love story of Stargazer and Nora, a bonded pair of Onaqui Mountain wild Mustangs whose journey of separat...
Ambassadors for Mustangs and Catalysts for Healing with Patti Gruber | Episode 13
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I have the honor of speaking with Patti Gruber, the founder of Operation Wild Horse, and the proud owner of Padre, a Mustang dressage...
Working with Mustangs to Help Inmates Excel with Randy Helm| Episode 12
17 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Randy Helm, a certified horse trainer with over 30 years of experience working with wild Mustangs. Randy sha...
The Ultimate Teachers with Chris Waldhaus | Episode 11
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Chris Waldhaus, the founder of Cascade Trails, to discuss his incredible work providing sanctuary for Mustangs and ot...
Join the Family with Ann Souders | Episode 10
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Ann Souders, the Outreach and Education Director of Forever Branded, to discuss the profound impact Mustangs have had...
A Soft Place to Land with Diane Delano | Episode 9
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, I sit down with Diane Delano, a passionate advocate for America’s wild Mustangs, to discuss her life’s work with these incredible...
Follow the Mustangs with West Taylor | Episode 8
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode, West Taylor opens up about a pivotal moment in his life when he lost everything financially and received a life-changing mes...
A Home for Unwanted Mustangs with Kourtney Hardy | Episode 7
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this two-part episode, I talk with Kourtney Hardy of Nirvana Mustang Sanctuary about her Kind Horse Training and her Mustang Sanctuary. We explore ...
Rescued Horses Providing Reprieve for Humans with Chelsea Bollinger | Episode 6
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode we talk about the incredible work equines do in helping humans and allowing us to find present-mindedness in our busy fast-paced world...
Sanctuary for Horses and Humans with MacKenzie Whitsell | Episode 5
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This episode takes us on a journey with MacKenzie who was living a typical life as a business executive, when much of her life came crashing down. She...
Physical, Mental, and Emotional Healing Through Horses with Melissa Jarzynski | Episode 4
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we jump into a discussion of how horses heal us. Melissa Jarzynski first utilized horses to help individuals heal and grow physically...
Freeing the Mind to Unleash Your Potential with Aubrey Lawlor | Episode 3
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we delve into the power of the mind and how we an achieve greater success when we stop limiting our beliefs, accept our lives as they...
A System for Success with Justin Dunn | Episode 2
09 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Touch of a Mustang, I talk with Justin Dunn about how he connects so effectively with his horses to utilize them in helping peo...
We Suffer More in Imagination Than in Reality | Episode 1
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Shalyce Cluff, founder ofThe Touch of a Mustang, shares the transformative journey that began with the adoption of her first Mustang ...