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Awakening with Equines (and to love)

The Centaur

Kate Neligan is an equine-partnered coach and facilitator. She found her calling to awaken the world through the power of the human-animal bond. She partners with horses and goats to help people become more present and connected so they can shine brighter and achieve their dreams. She offers in-person and zoom sessions. She is based in California. www.kateneligan.com

Integrative Equine Health with Joyce Harman

The Centaur

Dr. Joyce Harman is a retired veterinarian who holds certifications in acupuncture and chiropractic care, and has received advanced training in homeopathy and herbal medicine. She created Harmany Equine Clinic, a holistic equine practice where she treated all types of horses from backyards to Olympic caliber. She has served as past president for the American Holistic Veterinary Medical Association. She currently offers Horse Healthmanship, an online holistic nutrition course. She is a nature photographer and a master naturalist. Learn more at and

Authentic Partnership: Let Horses Be Horses!

The Centaur

Julie Robins is an equine behavior and relationship specialist with a passion for helping equestrians confidently develop safe, fun, and functional equine partnerships for any discipline. She created The Horsemanship Academy in 2005 to share her knowledge and expertise. In 2023, she created the non-profit, Leg Up Experience to share the healing power of horses with first responders and veterans. She’s often seen riding bridle-less, having fun with liberty work, and educating others to build the equine partnership of their dreams! To learn more visit and

Movement Explorations with Horses

The Centaur

PAULA JOSA-JONES is a dancer/actor, choreographer, writer, visual artist and movement educator known for her visually rich, emotionally charged dance theater. Her work includes dances for humans, inter-species work with horses and dancers, film and video. Her dances have been produced in Russia, Europe, Mexico and throughout the United States. Paula produced RIDE, a theatrical performance that explores the bond between horse and human through a powerful mix of music, dance and aerial ballet. Paula is a Master Somatic Movement Educator and Therapist and works with clients in CT. Paula is the...

Caretaker of Wild Horses

The Centaur

Diane Delano is the founder of the Wild Horse Rescue Center in Webster, Florida. They are dedicated to the preservation of America's wild horses. They rescue, rehabilitate and find new homes for wild horses, burros and other vulnerable animals. The 44-acre ranch provides a home to almost 50 mustang horses that were once roaming freely somewhere in the United States. In 2014, they purchased a larger property, which enabled to expand their mission to rescue even more animals in need and find loving homes for them.

The Compassionate Equestrian

The Centaur

Susan Gordon is the co-author of The Compassionate Equestrian. She was a professional hunter-jumper trainer from 1983 to 2009. After retiring from training and teaching, Susan founded Green Pony Productions for the production of digital media content relating to social-justice issues for horses. She writes and blogs regularly regarding the 25 Principles of Compassionate Equitation.

Wild Herd Dynamics with Mary Ann Simonds and Barbara Wheeler, Part 2

The Centaur

Part 2 of a phenomenal interview with Mary Ann Simonds, an esteemed equine behavioral ecologist, and Barbara Wheeler, a wild horse photographer. This is the first time I had them speaking together about the myths about wild herds, the overview of how they operate, and functional and dysfunction behaviors. The Centaur Podcast is also on Youtube. Check out the episode so you can see Barbara's photos! More at

Wild Herd Dynamics with Mary Ann Simonds and Barbara Wheeler, Part 1

The Centaur

Part 1 of a phenomenal interview with Mary Ann Simonds, an esteemed equine behavioral ecologist, and Barbara Wheeler, a wild horse photographer. This is the first time I had them speaking together about the myths about wild herds, the overview of how they operate, and functional and dysfunction behaviors. The Centaur Podcast is also on Youtube. Check out the episode so you can see Barbara's photos! More at

Karen Sussman: Pioneer for Wild Horse Advocacy

The Centaur

Karen Sussman is the CEO of the International Society for the Protection of Mustangs and Burros (ISPMB. The organization was founded by Velma Johnston in the 1950s. We owe the survival of wild horses and burros on the North American plains thanks to Velma whose nickname was Wild Horse Annie. She dedicated her life to ending their inhumane treatment and slaughter. Karen has carried on Wild Horse Annie's legacy. Karen has been an accomplished rider since the age of four. She adopted her first wild horse in 1981. Karen Sussman started ISPMB’s first chapter in Arizona in 1985. The Chapter signed...

Piper Klemm: Educating the Next Generation

The Centaur

Piper Klemm is an educator, publisher, and equestrian who owns and publishes The Plaid Horse. Her mission centers around educating young equestrians in all aspects of the industry, with a particular emphasis on empowering young women to discover and share their voices and stories. The Plaid Horse thrives thanks to the collaborative efforts of a dedicated team of women. Piper also launched The Plaidcast, which has become North America's most listened-to horse show podcast, and co-authored the Show Strides book series. With a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of California, Berkeley, she...

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