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• S2 Ep8: Matt Sampson and Kara Chad - Transatlantic Power Couple

  Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by show-jumping superstars, and engaged couple, Matt Sampson and Kara Chad. Kara grew up in Calgary and has represented Canada in Nations Cups, the 2018 World Equestrian Games and as a travelling reserve at the 2016 Rio Olympics. Matt is one of Britain’s most exciting talents - he progressed from pony championships and has gone on to claim major international victories, including being crowned Leading Rider at the 2023 London International Horse Show. The pair share how they first met in the showjumping ring - when Kara cheekily beat Matt - and how that friendly rivalry grew into a partnership both in and out of the saddle. They talk about their shared passion for producing top-level horses, the highs and lows of life on the international circuit, and the challenge of juggling two elite careers. Plus Matt’s unexpected singing talents… Also Tristan puts Pippa’s put on the spot in a game of “Horses for Choruses…” Please do keep telling all your horsey friends about us. We LOVE hearing from you. Email: [email protected]: @talkhorseofficialTikTok: @talkhorseofficialYouTube: @TalkHorse-OfficialFacebook: @talk-horse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S2 Ep7: Megan Elphick: Going Clear and Going Viral

  Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are joined by eventer and social media star Megan Elphick, the rider behind Elphick Event Ponies, who has turned her grassroots eventing journey into a true digital phenomenon.From early days at Pony Club to producing her own horses and sharing every high (and the occasional bump back down to earth) with hundreds of thousands of followers, Megan has built a passionate community who love her honesty, humour and genuine love for horses.Pippa and Tristan chat to Megan about balancing eventing and content creation, what life is really like as an eventing influencer, and how social media is reshaping the equestrian world.Plus, Megan gives Pippa a crash course in dating apps, and Tristan tests her Gen Z slang knowledge. Will she truly embody “Mane Character Energy”? Exclusive code for London International Tickets - TALKHORSE25Offer: 25% off Friday Afternoon, Friday Evening, Saturday Evening, Sunday Evening, Monday Afternoon and Monday Evening - valid for 2nd, 3rd, 4th price types for ALL performances listed, plus TOP price for Sun Eve and Mon EvePlease do keep telling all your horsey friends about us. We LOVE hearing from you. Email: [email protected]: @talkhorseofficialTikTok: @talkhorseofficialYouTube: @TalkHorse-OfficialFacebook: @talk-horse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S2 Ep6: David Broome: Britain’s Showjumping Icon

  Pippa and Tristan sit down with one of the true icons of British showjumping, David Broome CBE. A six-time Olympian, three-time Olympic medalist, and World Champion, David’s remarkable career spanned decades and helped shape the golden age of British equestrian sport.He opens up about his unforgettable partnership with Mr Softee, the horse that made him a household name, and the grit, glamour, and occasional chaos of competing around the world when British showjumping was at its peak. From early memories of growing up in Wales and building a career alongside his father, to his reflections on how the sport has evolved and what still drives his passion today, it’s a rare and personal insight from one of the greats.Exclusive code for London International Tickets - TALKHORSE25Offer: 25% off Friday Afternoon, Friday Evening, Saturday Evening, Sunday Evening, Monday Afternoon and Monday Evening - valid for 2nd, 3rd, 4th price types for ALL performances listed, plus TOP price for Sun Eve and Mon EvePlease do keep telling all your horsey friends about us. We LOVE hearing from you. Email: [email protected]: @talkhorseofficialTikTok: @talkhorseofficialYouTube: @TalkHorse-OfficialFacebook: @talk-horse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S2 Ep5: William Fox-Pitt - Lessons from a Legend

  Pippa and Tristan are joined in the studio by one of the tallest, and most decorated, figures in Eventing history, William Fox-Pitt. From his record-breaking string of five-star wins at Badminton, Burghley, and Kentucky, to flying the flag for Britain at Olympic Games and World Championships, William’s career has set the standard for generations of riders. To add to his accolades - he's one of the most requested guests on Talk Horse. We chat about his greatest horses, the highs and lows of life at the very top, and what it takes to stay at the sharp end of the sport for so long including his life changing accident in 2015, just before the Rio Olympics. Plus, Pippa relives some good times with her old friend, and Tristan delves into Pippa's own spectacular achievements. Please do keep telling all your horsey friends about us. We LOVE hearing from you. Email: [email protected]: @talkhorseofficialTikTok: @talkhorseofficialYouTube: @TalkHorse-OfficialFacebook: @talk-horse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• S2 Ep4: Racing Ahead: The Rise of Saffie Osborne

  Pippa Funnell and Tristan Phipps are Talking Horse with one of the most exciting young talents in British racing, Saffie Osborne. From a childhood spent eventing to becoming one of the flat racing world’s most talked-about jockeys, Saffie has carved out her own path in a sport that runs deep in her family’s bloodline. She opens up about her early days in the saddle, what drew her away from eventing and into the racing world, and how she’s making her mark in a fiercely competitive arena. She reflects on the devastating accident at Windsor, the long road back to fitness, and the determination that has since powered her to major wins on the track. From the thrill of big race days to the challenges of being a young woman in racing and a little bit of Pippa fan girling along the way. Plus Pippa introduces Tristan to Nay or Neigh… You’re gonna love it. Please do keep telling all your horsey friends about us. We LOVE hearing from you. Email: [email protected]: @talkhorseofficialTikTok: @talkhorseofficialYouTube: @TalkHorse-OfficialFacebook: @talk-horse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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