A Life Without USEF?

About this episode

The episode discusses a new jumping and dressage circuit, holiday wish lists, and breed inspections for stallions and foals.

It’s here! All the goodies on our holiday wish list for 2025. This month, we’re also talking to the founder of a brand new jumping and dressage circuit that wants to be the opposite of USEF. And ever wonder what goes into breed inspections for stallions and foals? You’re about to find out. Thanks for tuning in. Guests and Links Episode 142: Host: Justine Griffin, Award Winning Journalist with Down Magazine Host: Jessica Payne, International Event Rider for Payne Equestrian Host: Ellie Woznica Owner/Trainer of Double Barrel Creek Featured Image: Courtesy of Heels Down Drink Recipe: Werther’s Hot Toddy Link: JJ Torano squeaks out the win in the Maclay Final Link: Mud, Moisture, and Scratches: Fall Skin Challenges You Shouldn’t Ignore Link: HDHH is in the Washington Post! Guest: Doug Payne of Payne Equestrian Guest: David Reichert of UDJC Product Review: Heels Down Holiday Gift Guide | Email Justine at Justine@heelsdownmedia.com Subscribe: The Brief | Heels Down Spark | Donate | Our Patreon Join our Facebook Group: Search for “ Heels Down Happy Hour Podcast Lounge “ This episode is presented by: Ecogold (Introducing The Vertical, the latest innovative saddle pad from Ecogold) and…

People in this episode

Hosts: Justine Griffin, Jessica Payne, Ellie Woznica

Guests: Doug Payne, David Reichert

Topics covered

• holiday wish list
• jumping circuit
• dressage circuit
• breed inspections
• equestrian sports

Keywords

• USEF
• jumping
• dressage
• breed inspections
• holiday gift guide
• equestrian
• Maclay Final

Sponsors

Ecogold

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: USEF, Heels Down

Books & works: Heels Down Holiday Gift Guide

Places: Washington Post

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