The Centauride: Apollo

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It's Apollo's birthday!

I threw Apollo a unicorn birthday party! Watch him open his presents to celebrate his 13th birthday :)

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S3E7): Kids + Horses = The Perfect Match!

Apollo loves kids, and the feeling is mutual. We have lots of adorable stories to share with you in this episode!

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S3E6): How to Train an Adventure Horse

What does it take to prepare your horse for a big adventure? In this week's episode, Apollo and Meredith share about their training journey together.

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S3E5): Apollo's New Digs

Apollo and his buddy Maverick have moved to a new pasture! They take host Meredith and special guest Dad on a tour of their new digs.

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S3E4): Apollo's great escape

Apollo has met thousands of horses across the country. Sometimes he makes a new best friend, and sometimes things don't go so great. Meredith talks about herd dynamics and how to introduce horses safely, and shares the story of Apollo's great escape..

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S3E3): What Hollywood got wrong

Hollywood loves a horse (and so do I, obvs). Is there anything more majestic than a horse running across the big screen? But in film after film, there are so many things that annoy any horseperson watching. Here are a few of my pet peeves (get it? because horses are ... nevermind). Plus, a scene from trail riding with Apollo, meet friend of the show Rex, and an update on Meredith and Apollo's plans to continue their cross-country journey.

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S3E2): Meet Apollo's herd! Plus some tips for new horse owners

It's our first simultaneous YouTube-version of the podcast! In this episode I introduce all of Apollo's horse friends, and share some tips for new horse owners.

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S2E5): Healthy as an adventure horse

Say "aaaaaahhhh"!

Keeping Apollo healthy is my number one priority. Careful considering is necessary for everything he eats, everywhere he sleeps, every step he takes. Of course, accidents still happen – sometimes they are unpreventable – and this, too, requires a unique strategy when you’re traveling the backroads of America by horse!

What do I love as much as horses? Reading about horses! It’s a rare day that doesn’t include time with my nose in a book. Let’s talk about a few of my recent (and Apollo approved!) favorites.

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What to Listen For:

00:25 Introduction to the episode

13:38 Eating for travel health

09:03 Playtime is the most dangerous part of the day

14:01 Safety on the road (keep off the grass!)

18:25 Social distancing before it was cool

21:19 The unavoidable

22:46 Horse books you should read

29:16 …and a bonus book review

32:44 Closing statements

33:25 End of episode

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A Good Horse is Never a Bad Color by Mark Rashid

The Faraway Horses by Buck Brannaman

Strange Planet by Nathan W. Pyle

Stranger Planet by Nathan W. Pyle

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S2E4): Workout with Apollo

Getting Apollo ready for the 'Ride in 2016

Over 8000 miles of walking is enough to get any horse in shape!

Of course, there is more to getting a horse in shape to do this kind of adventure, and keeping him that way for so many days (and years) and miles. In this episode, I’ll share with you Apollo’s fitness routine for getting ready and staying ready to accomplish this adventure.

Plus, we’ll hear from Karen of Equine Unlimited talks about her horseback journey through the Scottish isles with her rescue mare Connie.

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00:25 Introduction to the episode

01:41 Preparing the equine athlete to perform safely

02:20 The biggest fitness challenge

05:04 Work hard, play hard, take a break

06:30 Spring training

09:16 Daily warm up and schedule

15:40 Differences from competitive endurance riding

18:06 Our 2020 fitness plan

20:54 Guest Karen Inkster talks about riding in Scotland

42:54 Closing statements

44:30 End of episode

About our Guest: Karen Inkster

After a 25 year gap in horse ownership I got a rescue mare Connie. She ended up having major behavioural issues, hence the reason I went on a 300km unsupported journey with her and my rescue collie Pip. Since then I got another horse, a Spanish Mustang who also has major behavioural issues which I am working through. I am passionate about being barefoot and bitless and I am currently setting up my own natural equine centre in Scotland where I will also offer long distance trail rides, camping in the hills.

My two rescue horses have taught me so much, I now have such a better understanding of equine behaviour and I am passionate about rehabilitating "problem" horses.

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S2E3): Feeding an adventure horse

Feeding a horse is simple, right? They eat grass.

Well, yes. But also, no. There are many, many things to know about horse nutrition, and especially when you’re feeding an adventure horse.

Rule #1: Don’t forget to pack some apples.

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What to Listen For:

00:25 Introduction to the episode

01:25 Horses eat grass, how complicated could it be?

02:56 Proper horse nutrition is very important

04:52 The big problem of feeding Apollo during our journey

06:50 Why horses (usually) can’t change their diet from day to day…

14:32 … except Apollo does! (and why he’s just fine)

20:50 Apollo’s breakfast and dinner recipe

27:33 Treat time (do you know what a carrot sounds like?)

29:52 Adventure horses cannot be picky eaters

31:47 Closing statements

32:51 End of episode

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S2E2): It's Apollo's birthday party!

Happy belated birthday, Apollo!

Let’s celebrate Apollo’s safe return home, and his birthday too! He turned 12 in April. Do you know what age that would be in human years? In this “Apollosode” (get it? Apollo + episode!), we’ll talk about this and other interesting horse birthday stuff.

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00:25 Introduction to the episode

00:32 He’s baaaaack

02:32 Celebrating Apollo’s 12^th birthday

03:00 How does 12-horse-years compare to human age?

06:12 Apollo’s age through his training and the ride

11:48 Choosing an adventure horse (revisited) – the age factor

15:03 How a horse’s teeth reveal their age

18:23 Why horses need dentists, too

27:42 Closing statements

30:30 End of episode

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S2E1): Finding the perfect adventure horse

It’s not easy finding the perfect adventure horse to be your travel partner!

Season two is all about Apollo, and to kick it off, let’s talk about what qualities a good adventure horse requires.

Speaking of things that aren’t easy, stick around for the second half of the episode, when guest Angela Accomando talks about her journey to change the laws of New York state to make them better for domestic violence victims! She’s already succeeded to get one terrible law changed, and will be sharing just how she – an average citizen – was able to accomplish this!

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What to Listen For:

00:25 Introduction to the episode (and the season!)

01:30 Apollo’s big news

03:37 Why Apollo?

04:44 How did I find Apollo?

05:48 What qualities does an adventure horse require?

07:08 Young… but not too young

07:33 Training level

08:12 Healthy as a horse!

09:29 Size matters

10:35 Conformation

12:20 Personal preference

13:11 Apollo wants to be everybody’s friend

15:11 Never “buy pretty”

15:42 Why I love to “drive” a mustang

17:54 Welcome guest Angela Accomando

38:52 Closing statements

39:55 End of episode

About our Guest: Angela Accomando

Hi! I'm Angela an Anxiety Coach & Certified Meditation Teacher I help Women calm anxiety so they can live a peaceful, happy life. I do this work because I want to help others manage their anxiety so they can move forward with their dreams. I came into this work myself when I suffered from debilitating anxiety for many years. After leaving an abusive marriage & almost losing a child, these tools are what have been my saving grace. I want to help others get through tough times and thrive.

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S1E12): For horse kids of all ages!

Whether you are 1 or 100 years old, if you’re young at heart, this episode is for you! Guest Francine of Pixie Dust Fan joins us to talk about Disney horses, from Major in Cinderella to the real-life horses at the Disney parks that you can meet (and ride!). Then stick around for story time, when Meredith reads “Apollo’s Alphabet.”

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What to Listen For:

00:25 Introduction to the episode

00:45 Guest Francine of Pixie Dust Fan

02:42 Disney animated horses have changed through the years

04:23 Major and the three mice-turned-horses

05:22 Cinderella’s carriage was pulled by a unicorn

07:40 Disney pays attention to the details…

09:39 …while still making it fun for people who don’t care about those details!

10:32 The amazing live horses that work at the Disney parks

11:52 Are the live horses named for Disney characters?

12:30 The Headless Horseman’s horse at the Disney Halloween party

14:13 You can visit the horses at Circle D Ranch, next to Disney World!

16:19 Are the horses considered to be ‘cast members’ like other employees?

17:03 Disney pony rides, wagon rides, and more, at Fort Wilderness

19:03 About Apollo’s first book, “Apollo’s Alphabet”

19:52 Storytime! Meredith reads “Apollo’s Alphabet”

23:43 Find a coloring page, crossword puzzle, and more on www.centauride.org

24:49 Closing statements

25:22 End of episode

About our Guest: Francine of Pixie Dust Fan

I started my Pixie Dust Fan website to be able to share my love of all things Disney. The podcast was launched last year because I needed a way to bring MORE of that 'Disney Joy' in to my every day life. I share tips and tricks for planning the best vacation but I also help keep that magic alive for people in between visits!

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S1E11): The food episode

Confession time: I travel to eat. Sure, I have plenty of other good reasons for this ride, too. Food tourism, though, is a daily pursuit when I’m on the road with Apollo. In this episode, I share some of my favorite foods and food experiences from our travels, what Apollo likes for treats, and some surprising regional delights. Plus, Emily Davis, author of Damsel No More, talks about her inspiring story of healing from trauma with the help of horses.

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What to Listen For:

00:25 Introduction to the episode

00:57 Interview with Emily Davis

10:50 Traveling to eat

12:09 Snack bars

13:01 Donuts

16:30 Ice cream

18:40 New Mexican cuisine

20:32 Seattle-style biscuits and gravy

21:45 New York City, foodie heaven

23:00 My food hobby

23:59 Hot dish

24:32 Lefse

26:14 Fried okra

26:32 Elephant ears

27:02 Idaho-style snow cones

27:59 All-you-can-eat fundraisers reflect the region: crab, rocky mountain oysters, lutefisk, spaghetti

30:19 Where is Apollo when I’m eating these things?

32:28 Apollo’s favorite foods

33:04 Recipes

34:16 Closing statements

35:04 End of episode

About our Guest: Emily Davis

After leaving an abusive relationship, I spent three years reconnecting with my power through connecting with horses as a trail guide in the mountains of Lake Tahoe. It was also a huge step for me to reconnect with my intuitive gifts that were blocked by all the trauma of the abuse I suffered. I spent many years learning how to clear my trauma, heal, and re-learn my magic and then documented part of that process in my book Damsel No More!

I now help people to discover their purpose through accessing their own magic! We all have intuitive gifts (think psychic, medium, tarot, etc) but they are often blocked by the icky parts of life. However, clearing the path to our gifts helps us to realize and live in our purpose in all aspects. Listeners can download a copy of my book Damsel No More for free on my website and ask a free intuitive guidance questions!

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Snack bars review

Amish Crack donuts

New York City “5 Best Foods”

Scotchies recipe

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Have Horse Will Travel podcast (S1E9): How NOT to get squished on the road

Roads are not a safe place to ride a horse, but sometimes doing so is necessary. With a little preparation, though, road riding can be a (relatively) safe and enjoyable way to expand your riding horizons… without getting squished by a bad driver!

Listen weekly as Meredith and Apollo share about their multi-year 48-state journey (The Centauride), talk with interesting guests, and discuss the realities of domestic abuse.

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What to Listen For:

00:25 Introduction to the episode

01:20 Why would anyone ride a horse on the road?

04:51 How do you choose a good road for riding?

06:20 Preparing with safety gear

09:48 Be able to call for help

10:34 Hoof safety for road riding

13:46 Training your horse to think and to trust

16:04 “Scary things are going to happen.”

16:51 A list of scary things Apollo and I have encountered

18:02 That one mailbox…

19:37 The time we were buzzed by a helicopter

22:21 The (first) time we rode next to a train

25:46 Scary dogs and scary people

31:18 “It’s a big game of chicken, and I’m stuck in the middle”: dealing with bad drivers

34:14 Closing statements

35:16 End of episode

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Colorful quarter sheet

Colorful helmet cover

EquestriSafe: reflective tape and other safety gear

Clip-on red flashing lights

Helmet (Meredith’s favorite)

Mirror for helmet (Meredith’s favorite)

Leg holster for phone

Cavallo ELB hoof boots (Apollo’s favorite)

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