The Flair Strips Story with Jim Chiapetta
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
In this special episode, Nicole is joined by Dr. Jim Chiappetta, equine vet, inventor and president of Achieve Equine, for a look at the story and science behind Flair Strips. Jim shares how the idea began, why nasal support matters for every horse and what decades of research have taught him about airflow, recovery and performance. They talk through the early testing, the disciplines now using the strip, the welfare focus behind the product and the new innovations Achieve Equine are working on. Highlights: How Flair Strips first came to life Why nasal collapse affects performance and...
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When Nicole Met: Katie Magee
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
In this episode of When Nicole Met, Nicole catches up with a rider who has enjoyed one of the most memorable breakthrough seasons of the year. Katie Magee reflects on her Badminton debut, two British National Championship titles and the partnership with Treworra that has grown into a genuine five star force. From rebuilding after injury to the steady guidance of Nicola Wilson and the realities of running a busy yard in the North, it is an open look at what it takes to keep moving forward. Highlights: Badminton first timer experience and a top twelve finish Producing Treworra into a confident,...
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The British Eventing Show: Blenheim and Beyond - Reflecting on 2025 with Rosie, Laura and Dickie
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
The 2025 season gave us new champions, new pressure points and a European Championships on home soil that delivered every emotion going. In this British Eventing Show, we look back at the moments that shaped the year and look ahead to what 2026 now demands. We’re joined by European Champion Laura Collett, Team GB Performance Manager Dickie Waygood, and Rosie Williams, CEO of British Eventing, for a conversation that moves from Blenheim celebrations to winter planning and everything in between. Highlights Laura on chasing, earning and finally claiming individual European gold Dickie on...
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The Grassroots Show: Winter Wins - Transform Your Dressage at Home
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
Winter might mean mud, dark nights, and frozen fingers, but it’s also your biggest opportunity to make real progress. In this Grassroots Show presented by Foran Equine, Nicole Brown is joined by Grand Prix rider, coach, and judge in training Charlie Ward to talk all things winter dressage. From sharpening up your basics to finding easy wins without an arena, Charlie shares smart, practical ways to build rhythm, suppleness, and confidence so you can head into 2026 feeling ready to impress between the boards. Highlights: Turning the winter months into your secret weapon What judges really...
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Red Mills Special: Ian Cassells on Lessons Learned From a Landmark Season
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
Irish event rider Ian Cassells closes out 2025 with a season that reads like a milestone list. A top 15 on his Badminton debut, a team silver at the European Championships, and two World Championship medals at Le Lion d'Angers. In this Red Mills Special, Nicole Brown catches up with Ian to look back at the highs, the turning points and the young horses now shaping his future. From the aura of Badminton to the pressure of anchoring the Irish team, Ian talks about how his system has evolved, what he has learned in the last two years and how he manages the expectations that come with big...
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When Nicole Met: Adrian Ditcham
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
From Burghley to Boekelo and even the London Olympic Games, course designer and builder Adrian Ditcham has shaped some of the most iconic tracks in modern eventing. In this Nicole Met episode, he joins Nicole to talk creativity, pressure, and the art behind building a fair but influential test. Adrian shares how he went from Pony Club to Burghley’s long-time build team, the story behind the London 2012 cross-country course, and why Boekelo is one of the most fascinating challenges in the sport. He also lifts the curtain on planning at Belsay as it steps up to four-star status and reflects on...
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Strawmax Stable Chat: Simon Grieve
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
It is always a good day when Simon Grieve joins the show. Fresh from a brilliant Burghley, he pops into the Strawmax Stable for a fun, honest and very feel-good chat. From secret musical talents to climbing Mont Blanc, we talk confidence, saying yes to opportunities and surrounding yourself with the right people. ]Highlights The chocolate ban before Burghley His hidden talent you might not expect The best advice he has ever been given How saying yes shaped his career Why the right people make all the difference A simple mindset habit that keeps him on track Guests Simon Grieve Five-star...
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Red Mills Special: Going For Gold with Nicky Roncoroni and Sally Parkyn
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
It’s the time of year when the next generation of eventing stars step into the spotlight. With the season wrapped, attention turns to Ireland and the Goresbridge Go For Gold Sale, where some of the sport’s biggest names hunt for future five-star winners. Nicole is joined by two of the experts behind the selection panel to take you inside one of the most influential young horse sales in world eventing. They break down what they look for in a future star, how the process works from start to finish, and why this sale has produced horses now competing at Europeans, Worlds and five-stars. From...
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#WearItPink: Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Fairfax & Favor
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
This special bonus episode celebrates ten years of Fairfax & Favor supporting the Breast Cancer Now campaign. Nicole Brown is joined by Fairfax & Favor co-founder Marcus Fairfax Fountaine to mark a remarkable milestone, with more than £500,000 raised for breast cancer research, care, and awareness. They talk about where the partnership began, the stories behind the iconic pink collection, and the powerful community that has made a real difference over the past decade. Marcus shares how the campaign has evolved, what it means to him personally, and the continued goal to raise both...
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The Grassroots Show: The Foundations of Feeding & Getting Nutrition Right
EquiRatings Eventing Podcast
This episode of the Grassroots Show, supported by Foran Equine, takes a closer look at where to start with feeding and nutrition. Nicole Brown is joined by Louise Jones, Connolly’s Red Mills and Foran Equine Nutritionist, to talk about how to assess your horse’s condition, understand what they need, and make simple, effective adjustments through the season. They cover everything from winter feeding and forage management to gut health, supplements, and avoiding prohibited substances. It’s a practical, easy-to-follow conversation that helps riders of every level make confident choices...
info_outlineWe’ve just wrapped up a European Championships week at Blenheim that will be remembered for a long time. Laura Collett and London 52 are the new European Champions, Michi Jung and fischerChipmunk FRH added another silver to their record, and Tom McEwen with JL Dublin delivered for Britain with individual bronze. Germany took team gold on British soil, Ireland claimed their first European team medal in 30 years, and Switzerland, Austria, and others proved they belong right in the fight.
Nicole is joined by Diarm and Catherine to unpack it all: the highs, the heartbreaks, the moments that swung the championships, and why this year felt like a changing of the guard.
Episode Highlights
- Laura Collett’s long road to the European title and what it means for London 52’s legacy.
- fischerChipmunk’s consistency and Michi Jung’s unmatched championship record.
- Tom McEwen and JL Dublin cementing their partnership with another major medal.
- Germany’s young squad stepping up to take gold from Britain on home turf.
- Ireland’s first European team medal since 1995 — a breakthrough moment.
- Standout stories from Austria, the Netherlands, and beyond.
- Mark Phillips’ swan-song track: tough on the clock, fair in the questions.
- The bigger picture: what this Europeans tells us heading into Aachen 2026.
Guests
Nicole Brown
Diarmuid Byrne
Catherine Austen