The 3 Stride Podcast
A podcast that finds humor in the equestrian world. Hosted by three adult amateurs who love horses + like to dish on equestrian gossip. Laura Fernandez, who heads up a division at a top audio/tech company, Julia Hanssen, who works at an international influencer advertising agency, and Molly Heroy, who runs a successful e-commerce + mobile tack store; all with one thing in common; the passion for horses and the sport.
Episodes
166 episodes
The Equine Industry’s Employment Crisis
In this episode we cover:Key findings from The Chronicle of the Horse employee survey about the equine industry’s employee crisis.What are the top employee frustrations from their employers.What employees value mos...
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Season 3
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Episode 162
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37:29
Julia’s Trip to Europe to Horse Shop (Round 2)
In this episode we cover:Laura shares the details about her new barn in Las Vegas.What she’s focusing on in her new training programA few training tips Laura’s picked up latelyJulia’s back in Europe to hor...
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Season 3
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Episode 161
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39:46
Saying Goodbye: The Emotional Side of Barn Moves
In this episode we cover:In this episode, Laura opens up about the emotional journey of leaving her home barn after 13 years. Laura’s former barn was truly one of a kind...the kind of place you wish you could bottle up a...
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Season 3
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Episode 160
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23:22
An Interview with Heidi Brown and Mustang Rescues
In this episode we cover:A convo with Heidi Brown, a Las Vegas-based equestrian, photographer, mom of four, and mustang trainer, about her journey into working with wild horses.What the term “gentling” means and why it’s re...
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Season 3
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Episode 159
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34:55
Cannes Recap + Another Round of European Horse Shopping
In this episode we cover:Laura and Julia are back in the studio while Molly’s out living her best horse show life.Laura scored an upgrade on her 11-hour flight to Nice.A few highlights from Cannes…it involves a lot...
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Season 3
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Episode 158
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31:55
What it Actually Costs for a Grand Prix Horse
In this episode we cover:The true cost of buying Grand Prix horse Julia shares all the details from a $10M+ barn party in San DiegoLaura reveals her must-haves if she ever owned a barnA new rule on we...
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Season 3
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Episode 157
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29:33
An Interview with Jennifer Vancheri Porter
In this episode we cover:We’re kicking off our trainer interview series with Las Vegas-based professional rider and trainer, Jennifer Vancheri Porter.Learn how to build a business plan for launching a training program<...
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Season 3
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Episode 156
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19:57
PPE’s and Bloodwork
In this episode we discuss:Laura’s biz travel adventures and favorite airports.Watchouts with the pricing when buying horses in Europe. Why the horse that Julia was close to purchasing fell through.W...
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Season 3
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Episode 155
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17:32
Barn Manager Energy and Horse Eye Injuries
In this episode we discuss:Laura and Molly are in studio while Julia celebrates Mother’s Day in CaboLaura being mistaken for the barn manager and giving unsolicited advice to fellow riders.Horse wellness updates on...
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Season 3
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Episode 154
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36:31
The Story of Guverner :: LF Solo Episode
In this episode Laura discusses:Laura’s solo this week—Julia’s in Del Mar visiting her sister Katie, and Molly’s celebrating Reese’s 2nd birthday.An update on Julia’s horse shopping trip. Why Laura chose a ca...
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Season 3
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Episode 153
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16:50
Las Vegas Vet Dr. Frehner Found Dead
Warning: This episode contains graphic discussions of animal cruelty.In this episode, we cover a serious story out of Las Vegas: the recent death of Dr. Frehner, a veterinarian who had been facing accusations of animal cruelty.<...
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Season 4
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Episode 152
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28:18
What to Know About Buying a Horse in Europe
In this episode we discuss:Julia’s recent trip to the U.K. to find her next horse — and whether Europe really has better quality horses than the U.S.The barn vibes abroad: what’s different, what’s better, and what totally c...
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Season 4
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Episode 151
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31:12
The Right and Wrong Way to Leave a Barn
In this episode we discuss:How to make an exit from a barn without burning bridges (yes, it’s possible!)Signs it might be time to move on — and how to trust your gutJulia’s deep dive into the art of reading horse n...
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Season 4
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Episode 150
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27:05
Horse Shopping in the U.K.
In this episode we discuss: Julia is off to the U.K. for some serious horse shoppingHow she’s prepping to try horses abroadRiding through being sick (literally)The new animal at the barn that Laura i...
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Season 4
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Episode 149
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30:43
Tariffs and Importing Horses
In this episode we discuss:Julia’s exciting horse-related announcementThe ins and outs of importing horses — and the impact of tariffsA few more equestrian-themed “Let Them’s”Plus, Engineer Andrew surprise...
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Season 4
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Episode 148
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33:13
Andreas Helgstrand’s Return to the Sport
In this episode, we discuss:Danish dressage rider Andreas Helgstrand’s return to competition following a suspension related to animal welfare concerns at his training facility.What was revealed in the undercover docu...
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Season 4
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Episode 147
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22:43
SXSW Recap and Bobby Flay
In this episode we discuss:A recap of SXSW, including some celebrity sightings (including someone from White Lotus)Laura’s public apology to a social media influencer she may have trolledCatching up on our...
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Season 4
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Episode 146
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35:11
An Interview with an Equine Massage Therapist
In this episode we discuss:An interview with Marissa Moore, who is a certified equine massage therapist.Marissa shares her journey and what it takes to become an equine massage therapist, including schooling and certificati...
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Season 4
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Episode 145
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30:32
From Show Rings to Stolen Things
In this episode we discuss:Julia is on “PTO,” so it’s just Molly and Laura in the studio.Molly surprises Laura with a gift—what did she bring?Horse show recap: Molly shares how the show with Annie went and opens up...
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Season 4
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Episode 144
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29:41
The ‘Let Them’ Theory – Equestrian Edition
In this episode we discuss:Julia and Laura are holding down the studio while Molly keeps crushing it at Desert International Horse Park with Annie.We put an equestrian spin on Mel Robbins' ‘Let Them’ theory—because, let’s b...
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Season 4
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Episode 143
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26:30
The Right Retirement Plan for Your Horse
In this episode we discuss:Julia is back in the studio with Laura, while Molly is off crushing it at a horse show.Julia shares some big news about Uno and Pico.When is the right time to retire your horse?T...
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Season 4
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Episode 142
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38:30
Inside a Session with a Horse Communicator :: LF Solo Episode
In this episode Laura is solo and discusses the below It’s just Laura for this episode, but the whole team will be back in the studio next time!Laura recaps Week 5 at Desert International Horse Park.What was t...
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Season 4
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Episode 141
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19:28
Overcoming Horse Show Setbacks :: LF Solo Episode
In this episode Laura is solo and discusses the below:It's just Engineer Andrew and Laura because Julia/Molly had some work + life obligations. Aka, Laura asked them to record w/ less than 24-hours notice. What ...
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Season 4
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Episode 140
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23:06