# 145. Staying Respectfully Curious with HHRF

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Podcast: [Not Just A Pony Ride](https://stenobird.com/podcast/not-just-a-pony-ride-3546064)
Published: 2026-01-09T23:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

The first installment of a quarterly check in with HHRF! We’re joined by HHRF CEO, Pebbles Turbeville and 3 members of the HHRF community: Jo, Justin and Elizabeth. This episode is an honest exploration of how research, lived experience, and open-minded dialogue can (and should) coexist. We talk about the tension many of us feel between “this is how I’ve always done it” and “what if there’s more to learn here?”—especially when it comes to horse welfare, human outcomes, and best practices that continue to evolve. We challenge you to examine how experience can be both a strength and a blind spot, and why curiosity—rooted in respect, not judgment—is essential for moving our industry forward. You’ll hear reflections on: What “respectful curiosity” looks like in practice Why research isn’t meant to replace experience—but to deepen it How staying open can improve outcomes for both horses and humans The value of gathering diverse voices in one learning space HHRF Conference, Kissimmee, FL Feb 28-March 1: https://www.horsesandhumans.org/conferences Link for more information about the NEW mini course launching January 15: Trail to Sustainability: Securing Your Programs Future https://hetrauniversity.mykajabi.com/TrailtoSustainabilityMiniCourse Follow us on social and plug in here: https://hetrauniversity.mykajabi.com/HETRAUniversityLinks

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