'Talk Western to Me' Podcast Spotlight
Start 2026 right by tuning into our podcast. Editor Kate Wensley shares some of the exciting guests we have coming up on the show
One of the best things about Talk Western to Me is the people we get to sit down with.
Our guests are the doers, the thinkers, and the storytellers of the Western and wider equestrian world — the riders and trainers shaping what ethical, modern horsemanship looks like today; the industry voices building better businesses; and the creatives capturing the culture with honesty and heart.
Coming up on the podcast
Here’s a taste of who we’ve got joining us soon:
Tim Anderson — respected horse trainer and educator known for practical, horse-first training, clear communication and informative Youtube channel.
Joe Midgley — a deep-dive conversation on bitting: how to think about it, how to choose well, and how to keep it fair for the horse.
Warwick Schiller — internationally respected trainer and clinician, bringing his thoughtful approach to connection, feel, and training that holds up in the real world.
Wendy Winn — founder of WinnHorses, sharing insight on welfare, advocacy, saddle-fit - and what it takes to create meaningful change for horses.
…and plenty more.
Who you’ll hear from
Across the season, you can expect conversations with:
Riders and competitors across Western disciplines — plus the crossover crowd who move between Western and English worlds.
Trainers and coaches who can translate big ideas into practical, horse-first takeaways you can actually use.
Equestrian business owners, brand builders and makers — the people behind the tack shops, services, products, and platforms that keep our community moving.
Creators and media voices (writers, photographers, filmmakers, podcasters) who tell the stories that shape how the horse world sees itself.
Advocates and experts bringing fresh perspective on welfare, ethics, confidence, community, and the realities of life with horses.
What to expect from every conversation
You’ll get a mix of real talk and real value:
Straightforward, experience-led insight (no fluff, no posturing)
Practical advice you can take back to the yard
Honest stories about the wins and the wobbles
A bigger-picture look at where Western riding is going — and how we keep it inclusive, kind, and horse-first
We can’t wait to bring you along for the ride.
We kick off our line-up with on the 23rd January with Eloisa Atkinson, a young UK barrel racer who last year competed in the NHBA teen team at the Youth World Championship in Georgia. Don’t miss it!
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Got someone you’d love to hear on the pod? Hit reply and tell us who — we’re always building the guest list.