Talk Horse
Talk horse
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A podcast about the equestrian world, hosted by Olympic eventer Pippa Funnell and Made in Chelsea's Tristan Phipps. Each episode explores stories of triumph, drama, and everyday life in horse sports, from dressage to polo. The hosts interview trailblazers and icons of the equestrian scene, covering everything from ponies to racing. It offers an insider's look at the highs and lows of the horse world.
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Pippa's Olympic Name Drama, Burghley Debrief & Starting Young Horses | Free Rein Friday 18.09.2026 29λPippa and Tristan catch up on a packed week in the equestrian world: Asian Games Countdown: Pippa shares the behind-the-scenes prep and travel logistics heading out to Japan. Burghley Highlights: Reflecting on past Burghley memories and celebrating Gemma Stevens' emotional and well-deserved five-star win with Chilli Knight. The Olympic Name Story: Pippa explains the hilarious (and slightly awkward) story behind her name change ahead of the Athens Olympic Games. To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan - go to nordvpn.com/talkhorse - Our link will also give you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan and there's no risk with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! 🎟️ London International Horse Show Tickets: Use code TALKHORSE10 at checkout for a discount on tickets: https://londonhorseshow.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Ros Canter: Olympic Gold, Burghley and the Horses Behind It All 16.09.2026 1ώ 7λRecorded live at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials, Pippa and Tristan are joined by one of eventing’s biggest stars, Ros Canter. Ros reflects on the moments that have shaped her remarkable career, from Olympic glory and championship success to the horses and people who helped her along the way. She also shares what it takes to perform under pressure, how she builds a partnership with each horse and what makes Burghley such a unique and formidable challenge. Plus, Ros reveals what it's like juggling life as a mother of two whilst being one of the best eventers in the world. To get the best discount off your NordVPN plan - go to nordvpn.com/talkhorse - Our link will also give you 4 extra months on the 2-year plan and there's no risk with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Pippa & William Funnell: “I’m Focused, Not Grumpy!” | Free Rein Friday 11.09.2026 48λWe’re all still recovering from the brilliance of Burghley, so we’ve got a slightly different Free Rein Friday for you this week. Recorded at Pippa’s yard in July, it’s double Funnell trouble, with an in-depth chat with Pippa and William from their sofa! They talk training, competition, life with horses and what they’re really like away from the arena. In this episode: Pippa vs William: We find out how their coaching styles differ, who is the tougher trainer and how they approach getting the best out of horses and riders. Life with Horses: Pippa and William talk about balancing riding, coaching, the Billy Stud and travelling, and whether they ever actually manage to take a day off. Training & Horsemanship: From working with young horses to getting the basics right, Pippa and William talk about how they train and the importance of building trust between horse and rider. Competition Nerves: Pippa and William compare how they are before a big competition, including Pippa's nerves and William insisting he's not grumpy, just "focused". Life at Home: We hear about gardening, barbecues, new cushions and William's idea of a romantic evening involving a tractor and spreading muck. Don't forget to use code TALKHORSE10 for a special discount on tickets for the London International Horse Show this December including the brand new eventing masterclass on Friday 18th. 🌎 Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use the code TALKHORSE at checkout. Download the Saily app or visit: Saily Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Live at Burghley - Keeping Up with the Fox-Pitts! 09.09.2026 56λRecorded live at the Defender Burghley Horse Trials, William and Alice Fox-Pitt join Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps for a very special episode of Talk Horse, brought to you in partnership with Musto. And we have a fantastic offer from Musto for the Talk Horse family! Use code TALKHORSE15 to receive 15% off everything on the website, including already discounted products, until midnight on 16 September 2026. Cannot be used with any other offer. William reflects on his extraordinary eventing career, the horses and moments that shaped it, and his many unforgettable experiences competing at Burghley. He also shares how his relationship with the event has changed since stepping away from competition and what it is like watching the next generation take on one of the toughest challenges in the sport. Alice takes us behind the scenes of her own life with horses, from competing and racing to becoming one of the most recognisable voices in equestrian broadcasting. Together, they reveal what life is really like in the Fox-Pitt household, how they balance horses, work and family, and whether they always agree when it comes to the sport they both love. Send us your questions for Fridays Free Rein Friday on [email protected] London International Horse Show are bringing us an eventing extravaganza at this December’s show. Get your tickets now for the evening performance on Friday 18 December for this historic masterclass! TALKHORSE10 to get 10% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Free Rein Friday - Burghley Look Forward, Young Horse Advice & Safari Adventures 04.09.2026 29λDon't forget to use code TALKHORSE10 for a special discount on tickets for the London International Horse Show this December including the brand new eventing masterclass on Friday 18th. Welcome back to another Free Rein Friday catch-up on Talk Horse! 🐴 This week, Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are diving into everything from exciting new partnerships to your most pressing equestrian questions. In this episode: The Safari Launch: We announce our new partnership with Steadfast and try on some rather "bougie" safari hats. For more details check out https://steadfast.africa/ and use code TALKHORSE for some lovely extras. Burghley & Norway: Tristan shares stories from his "international modeling" trip to the Norwegian fjords, and we look ahead to the action at Burghley. Training Your First Youngster: Pippa provides invaluable advice on the "ABC" method of training young horses, emphasizing trust, consistency, and reading body language. Career Reflections: Pippa answers what she might have done differently in her career (clue: it involves the water!) and shares the joy of the journey with every horse. Community Highlights: We reveal some incredible moss flower arrangements from our listeners and play another round of "Lone Ranger." 🌎 Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use the code TALKHORSE at checkout. Download the Saily app or visit: https://saily.com/talkhorse #TalkHorse #PippaFunnell #TristanPhipps #Eventing #HorseTraining #BurghleyHT #EquestrianPodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Karl Ude-Martinez: A Knight to Remember - From Jousting to Polo to Acting 02.09.2026 1ώ 7λWe have a big announcement! Our fabulous partners at London International Horse Show are bringing us an eventing extravaganza at this December’s show, with our very own Pippa as ambassador. Get your tickets now for the evening performance on Friday 18 December for this historic masterclass! TALKHORSE10 to get 10% off. This week, we’re joined by the multi-talented Karl Ude-Martinez, founder of The Knights of Middle England. Karl has had one of the most unusual and exciting careers in the horse world, spanning acting, international polo commentary, stunt riding and professional jousting. Karl shares the story of his “baptism of fire” as a teenage knight at Warwick Castle, how he balances the precision of polo with the chaos of the jousting arena, and his deep belief in the transformative power of horses. He also reveals the realities of performing at speed in full armour, the trust required between horse and rider, and some unforgettable stories from a career spent entertaining crowds both in and out of the saddle. 🌎 Get an exclusive 15% discount on Saily data plans! Use the code TALKHORSE at checkout. Download the Saily app or visit: https://saily.com/talkhorse Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Free Rein Friday - World Equestrian Games, Burghley Stakes & Rebuilding Your Confidence 28.08.2026 28λWelcome back to another Free Rein Friday! In this special episode, Pippa returns from an incredible week at the FEI World Equestrian Games in Aachen. We dive into the "battle of the titans" in the eventing world, celebrate the phenomenal British results across Dressage and Show Jumping, and share the inspiring stories of horse and rider partnerships that truly shone on the world stage. We also look ahead to the wide-open competition at Burghley, announce our exciting live show plans (come say hi!), and take a moment to answer a very moving listener question about finding the confidence to get back in the saddle after a tragic loss. We'll be interviewing equestrian power couple William and Alice Fox Pitt at the Musto Stand at Burghley after the Dressage (at around 4pm) on Friday 4th. Don't forget to use code TALKHORSE10 for 10% off your London International Horse Show tickets throughout August! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Rachael Faulkner on the Olympics, Lucinda Green & Reinventing Herself 26.08.2026 1ώ 9λOlympic event rider and equestrian entrepreneur Rachael Faulkner joins Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps on Talk Horse. Rachael shares her journey from growing up with horses in England and Canada to fulfilling a childhood dream of representing Team Canada at the Barcelona Olympics — and why reaching that goal ultimately led her to step away from competitive riding. She also reveals stories from training with Captain Mark Phillips, breakfast with Princess Anne, an unexpected positive drug test on the road to the Olympics, and how she went on to transform Tweeseldown into one of Britain’s best-known equestrian venues. Plus, Rachael discusses building the Lucinda Green XC Academy with Eventing legend Lucinda Green and her work helping to shape the future of British Eventing. Have questions, anecdotes or stories? Send them to [email protected] for a chance to have them featured on an upcoming Free Rein Friday episode. With thanks to the London International Horse Show. Use code TALKHORSE10 during August for 10% off tickets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Tilly, Turning Pro & Tristan’s Dream Discipline - It's Free Rein Friday! 21.08.2026 24λWelcome back to another Free Rein Friday on Talk Horse! 🐎 Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps dive into your questions and share some behind-the-scenes stories from the equestrian world. Pippa reveals how her beloved children's book series, "Tilly's Pony Tails," actually came to be (and whether we'll ever see Tilly grow up!). We also tackle a listener dilemma: what do you do when your horse seems "too careful" for eventing? Pippa shares her expert advice on reading your horse’s confidence and knowing when to stick with a discipline or try something new. Plus, we answer a brilliant question about making the leap to becoming a professional rider—proving it's never too late to chase your equestrian dreams. In this episode: The origin story of the Tilly books Advice for adult novices aiming to go pro Tristan’s dream equestrian discipline Understanding horse "carefulness" in eventing vs. show jumping Our new listener game: Lone Ranger! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and send in your questions for next week! [email protected] #TalkHorse #PippaFunnell #EquestrianPodcast #Eventing #HorseTraining #TillysPonyTails #FreeReinFriday Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Gemma Stevens: Breaking the Discipline Divide 19.08.2026 1ώ 1λPart of Britain’s gold-medal-winning team, Gemma Stevens joins Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps for the latest episode of Talk Horse, recorded just before the team’s success at the Eventing World Championships in Aachen. Gemma is a powerhouse and a rarity in the equestrian world - competing at the highest levels of both eventing and international show jumping. From growing up at her mother’s riding school to representing Great Britain at the Rio Olympics, her career has been anything but ordinary. In this episode, we dive into how Gemma manages to jump 1.50m tracks one day and tackle four-star cross-country the next, the fascinating story behind the clones of legendary stallion Chilly Morning, her Olympic ambitions and what she’s doing to prepare her current string of horses for LA 2028. Have questions, anecdotes, or stories? Leave a comment below for a chance to have them featured on an upcoming Free Rein Friday episode or email [email protected] With thanks to the London International Horse Show. Use code TALKHORSE10 during August for 10% off tickets. https://londonhorseshow.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Free Rein Friday - Dream Rides, Self-Doubt & a Feathered Friend 🐴 14.08.2026 27λIt’s Free Rein Friday, and Pippa and Tristan are tackling the important questions in life, like if money, time and skill was no object, which horses from all disciplines would they have in their dream stable? Pippa gets candid about imposter syndrome and whether even an Olympic champion can sometimes wonder if they’re good enough, while there’s a vital update from the Funnell vegetable patch. Plus, Tristan adds “wildlife rescuer” to his CV after coming to the aid of a baby bird. Just your average Friday at Talk Horse. Horses, honesty, home-grown veg and a very small feathered guest. What more could you want from Free Rein Friday? Do send you questions below or drop us a line at [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Rachel Proudley & Richard Howley - Jumping 7ft Walls & Producing Top Horses 12.08.2026 58λPippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined in the studio by European Young Rider Champion Rachel Proudley and top international showjumper, and her mentor and owner, Richard Howley, From fearlessly tackling 7ft Puissance walls to producing 5-star showjumpers, Rachel and Richard share an insider look into the high-stakes world of showjumping. They dive into Rachels non-horsey origins, the mental toughness required for big wall jumping, and what it really takes to build a successful career producing top talent at HK Horses. Have questions, anecdotes, or stories? Leave a comment below for a chance to have them featured on an upcoming Free Rein Friday episode or email [email protected] With thanks to the London International Horse Show. Use code TALKHORSE10 during August for 10% off tickets. https://londonhorseshow.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Free Rein Fridays! 🐎 A look ahead to Aachen and why Tristan refuses to do Reformer Pilates... 07.08.2026 26λIt's time for another Free Rein Friday – your bonus dose of Pippa and Tristan! ❤️ This week, the conversation turns to training outside the saddle, gym rivalries and why Tristan has sworn off Reformer Pilates after one unforgettable session. Plus we're answering more of your questions! And if you have one for Pippa and Tristan please drop us a line on [email protected] 🎧 New full episodes of Talk Horse every Wednesday, with Free Rein Fridays bringing you extra laughs and behind-the-scenes conversations every Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Mary King - True Eventing Royalty! 05.08.2026 1ώ 15λOne of our most requested guests joins us this week, as eventing royalty Mary King sits down with Pippa and Tristan in the studio. After an extraordinary 46 seasons at the top of the sport, Mary recently announced her retirement. She looks back on six Olympic Games, 13 championship medals and unforgettable victories at Badminton, Burghley and Kentucky. From a completely unhorsey background to the very top of her game, Mary never took the easy route. She reflects on competing while pregnant, returning after serious injury, producing a homebred five-star winner and supporting her daughter Emily’s own career. This is the remarkable story of one of eventing’s most admired and enduring stars. We’ll definitely need to get her back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Introducing... Free Rein Fridays! Your bonus dose of Pippa and Tristan. ❤️ 31.07.2026 23λYour new Friday tradition starts now! What better way to get you in the mood for a weekend of galloping, trotting and mucking out than Free Rein Fridays? Join Pippa and Tristan as they chew the fat, discuss the latest gossip and dole out their advice. It’s your chance to hear Pippa’s wisdom, Tristan’s jokes and get your burning questions answered. Email us on [email protected] or drop us a line on social media. The Talk Horse Podcast just got a weekend upgrade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Olympic Physio Ash Wallace on How Everyone Can Ride Better and Feel Stronger | Podcast FULL EP 29.07.2026 56λThis week we welcome the multitalented Ashleigh, or Ash, Wallace to the podcast. Her career spans over 20 years in elite sport, supporting athletes across seven Olympic cycles, and boy does she have some fabulous wisdom to impart. Whether you're an elite rider, a weekend trotter or anyone wanting to improve your health this is the episode for you! From representing South Africa in hockey to becoming an internationally renowned physiotherapist and, crucially for Talk Horse, former Head of Human Sports Science and Medicine at British Equestrian. She shares her unique perspective on why managing health is a complex problem that requires "collective wisdom" and interdependent teams. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join our Talk Horse community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
The Rise of UAE Showjumping with Olympians Omar Al Marzouqi & Abdulla Al-Marri 15.07.2026 49λHow do you build an Olympic showjumping team from the ground up? In this episode of Talk Horse, Pippa Funnell is joined by UAE Olympians Omar Abdul Aziz Al Marzouqi and Abdulla Mohd Al-Marri to discuss the incredible rise of showjumping in the United Arab Emirates. They reflect on their journey to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, training under William Funnell, the horses that helped them reach the sport's biggest stage, and the ambition driving UAE equestrian sport forward. The conversation also explores the importance of strong foundations, developing young riders, balancing elite competition with family life, and why representing your country is about far more than results. It's an inspiring insight into one of the fastest-growing nations in international showjumping - and the people leading the charge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Yoshiaki Oiwa: The 92-Year Wait, Olympic History and Pippa’s Burghley Winner 08.07.2026 42λIn this Talk Horse mini episode recorded at Pippa's home and training facility in Surrey, Yoshiaki Oiwa (Yoshi) joins us to tell the story behind one of the most historic moments in Japanese horse sport. At Paris 2024, Yoshi helped Japan claim team eventing bronze, the country’s first Olympic equestrian medal in 92 years, while also finishing seventh individually. And he did it riding a horse Pippa knows better than most: MGH Grafton Street, her 2019 Burghley winner. Yoshi opens up about the road to Paris, the pressure of riding for Japan, taking on a proven five-star star, and what that medal meant back home. Plus, Pippa and Yoshi reflect on their shared connection to “Squirrel”, the highs and setbacks of a career at the top of eventing, and the extraordinary journey that took horse and rider to the podium at Versailles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Sir Mark Todd Part Two - Eight Years Out, Straight Back To The Olympics 01.07.2026 49λIf you've not listened to Part one of our extraordinary conversation between Mark Todd, Pippa and Tristan - go back and listen now. Today we dive deeper into the extraordinary career and legacy of one of eventing’s greatest ever riders. After stepping away from elite competition for eight years, Sir Mark returned to the sport and somehow found himself straight back on the Olympic stage - a remarkable comeback that perfectly captures the determination and resilience that defined his career. Mark reflects on how eventing has evolved, what separates great riders from the very best, and the incredible partnerships that make success possible at the highest level. The episode also explores the emotional side of equestrian sport - from the heartbreak of losing beloved horses to the responsibility riders carry in always putting horse welfare first. Drop us a line on [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices -
Mark Todd from New Zealand Dairy Farm to Equestrian Icon PART ONE 24.06.2026 53λWidely regarded as one of the greatest event riders of all time, Sir Mark Todd’s career is the stuff of legend. In part one of this deep dive, we explore the journey of a man who crossed generations, broke records, and redefined the sport of eventing. From his harrowing first international experience at the 1978 World Championships in Kentucky, to his Badminton breakthrough. How a "shaggy little pony" he almost didn't ride became his greatest partner, leading to back-to-back individual Olympic Gold medals and his uncanny ability to hop on a strange horse and win at the highest level just days later. There was so much to cover, part two will follow next week! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and join our Talk Horse community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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