START HERE: Welcome Curious Equestrian
Welcome to Curious Equestrian, a publication founded on one simple belief: horses deserve better than tradition for tradition's sake.
Ever noticed how often "that's just how it's done" is the answer to important questions about horse care?
Why Curious Equestrian Exists
The equestrian world is full of practices handed down for generations without question. Some are brilliant and stand the test of scientific scrutiny. Others persist simply because of tradition, despite evidence suggesting better alternatives.
But beyond training methods and care practices, there's something else that defines the equestrian experience: the profound relationships between horses and humans and the extraordinary stories that emerge from these connections.
Curious Equestrian was born from a recognition that the most revolutionary question in the horse world is often simply: "Why?" And the most powerful way to inspire change is through compelling stories.
What We Create
We bring together three essential elements to drive change in equestrian practices:
In-depth interviews with forward-thinking trainers, scientists, and behaviourists who aren't afraid to challenge convention
Extraordinary equestrian stories of resilience, connection, and transformation, from the rider who brought horses into her home during a tornado to the one who rebuilt trust with an injured horse through relationship-based training
Documentary-style films showcasing innovative approaches that prioritize horse welfare
Weekly podcasts and newsletters exploring evidence-based horse care that often contradicts "the way it's always been done"
Subscribe to Join the Movement
When you subscribe (it's free!), you'll get:
Weekly video & audio podcast episodes featuring both innovative equestrian professionals and extraordinary personal stories
Email notifications when new episodes are ready to watch
Occasional in-depth newsletters on important equestrian topics
Access to special guest expert newsletters from industry pioneers
Stories of remarkable horse-human relationships that will inspire your own journey
👇 Hit the subscribe button below to join us 👇
Where to Begin Your Journey
If you're new here, these cornerstone pieces capture what Curious Equestrian is all about:
From Track to Hurricane: A Story of Equine Love and Survival
Sometimes, the most extraordinary stories come from ordinary moments of courage. When former jockey Cammie Papineau brought her horses into her house during Hurricane Milton, she wasn't trying to go viral – she was simply following her heart. But her Facebook post struck a chord with horse owners worldwide, reminding us all of the lengths we'll go to protect our four-legged family members.
Painted Anatomy: How Gillian Higgins Reveals the Inner Workings of Horses
Gillian Higgins is revolutionizing how we understand horses - painting anatomical structures directly onto living horses to reveal what's happening beneath the skin. As founder of Horses Inside Out, she combines her passions for horses, anatomy, and art to educate equestrians about how understanding a horse's internal structures can improve their health, performance, and well-being.
Rethinking the Traditional Riding School: How Think Like A Pony is Transforming Young Lives
The memory still brings a smile to my face: a crisp Yorkshire morning, the wind gusting across the hills, and an atmosphere of calm that seemed to emanate from every corner of the facility. When Anna Louise first interviewed Lynn Henry for our podcast last year, both of us found ourselves reflecting on our own early riding school experiences. Those conversations sparked our curiosity - could there be a different way to introduce children to horsemanship? Armed with cameras and microphones, we set out to discover how Think Like A Pony is reimagining the traditional riding school model.
What Makes Curious Equestrian Different
In a world of equestrian media that often reinforces traditional practices, at Curious Equestrian:
We question practices others take for granted
We prioritize horse welfare above ribbons, trends, or tradition
We believe essential knowledge should be accessible to everyone
We share extraordinary stories of resilience and connection that rarely make it to mainstream equestrian media
We create space for forward-thinking equestrians to connect and support each other
Ready To Go Deeper? Join "The Inquisitive Herd"
For those ready to fully support this mission, joining our Inquisitive Herd (£4.99/month) gives you:
Early access to podcast episodes every Monday (before public release)
Ad-free viewing of all our content
Bonus Q&A episodes every Friday featuring member questions
Monthly team chats with Theresa and Anna Louise
Exclusive training videos from our expert guests
1% of your subscription goes to carbon removal via Frontier
What Subscribers Are Saying
OMG! Amazing video, beautifully said. We need to talk about this more and more. I loved listening to the video, it speaks to my heart.
This is a fantastic interview! So interesting and inspiring. - Ruth
Thank you for this wonderful interview X - Margarett
This is a great podcast it’s ahead of its time. People need to know this stuff if we want to help horses have less misunderstood lives.
The Curious Equestrian Promise
As a publication, we commit to:
Always putting horses first
Following evidence over tradition
Creating a space where questioning is encouraged
Sharing knowledge that can improve horses' lives
Amplifying extraordinary stories that inspire and transform
Are you ready to question everything you thought you knew about horses and discover inspiring stories of remarkable horse-human relationships?
👇 Subscribe now to join our community of curious equestrians 👇