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
175 episodes
Conan O’Brien + Julia’s Show Debut with Andi
In this episode we cover:It’s just Julia and Laura in the stu because Molly is at a show! The anticipation before your ride: why morning classes feel easier and afternoons can dragMental resets at shows: prac...
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Season 4
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Episode 171
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40:31
Julia Speaks to a Horse Communicator
In this episode we cover:How to ride with your child on the saddle with you. Reese surprised everyone with what she did right after finishing her first canter.Julia shares her very detailed notes from the hor...
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Season 4
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Episode 170
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32:23
Deep Dive on USEF, USHJA + Affiliate Programs
In this episode we cover:Trainer and Zone 10 Board Member, Angel Pitton, joins us to break down USEF, USHJA, and how riders can get involved with Affiliate ProgramsTreadmill vs. Hot Walker and which is better for con...
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Season 4
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Episode 169
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35:04
Virgo Season, Tan Breeches, and Sourdough Bread
In this episode we cover:Virgo season is here!!!!Why is Laura’s horse Garcon labeled the menace at the barn?Taylor Swift and Julia Hanssen have only one thing in common. What was the worst present La...
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Season 4
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Episode 168
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25:32
Arena Footing and Soft Tissue Injuries
Veterinarian Dr. Leslie Schur joins us to unpack one of the most common challenges in equine soundness: soft tissue and tendon injuries. We cover:What causes these injuries and the different types horses can sustain...
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Season 4
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Episode 167
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26:36
Adequan, Legend, Mystery Swelling & Runaway Horses
In this episode we cover: Adequan loading doses vs. monthly injectionsThe protocol for bringing horses back to work after joint injections.Why are Molly’s horse, Annie,legs swollen.Garcon was cleared ...
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Season 4
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Episode 166
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25:13
Julia’s New Horse Andi, Crocs, and Ziplining
In this episode we discuss:Julia's import, Andi, is HERE!Engineer Andrew returns to the studio.Laura's ziplining adventure at the travel conferenceThe purchase that Julia judged Tips for accl...
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Season 4
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Episode 165
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33:52
An Interview with a Vet :: Joint Therapies and Heat Index
In this episode we cover: Dr. Leslie Schur, our go-to vet and a cornerstone of the Las Vegas equine scene. She’s a Michigan State grad and co-founder of Desert Pines Equine, with decades dedicated to keeping equine athletes per...
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Season 4
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Episode 164
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50:45
Remembering Uno: Heart Horses + New Beginnings
In this episode we cover:Julia shares what happened to her horse Uno in the pastureWe reflect on our heart horses and the special bonds we've hadJulia introduces her new horse, Andi, and how it all came together
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Season 4
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Episode 163
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41:02
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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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 4
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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