{"podcast":{"title":"Adulting with Horses","slug":"adulting-with-horses-5486537","podcast_index_feed_id":5486537,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/adultingwithhorses/","website_url":"https://www.facebook.com/groups/533344735040721","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/a7b0691e-c622-471f-8960-8d3e77f76a17/24930129-1651605600501-2c237164c1bb5.jpg","author":"Adulting with Horses","episode_count":94,"summary":"Welcome to Adulting with Horses, the podcast for weird horse girls and the only place to be if you can’t be at the barn! This pop culture podcast is for adult equestrians who like to pretend they have other interests besides horses and enjoy a good laugh. Join co-hosts and authors Heather Wallace and Natalie Keller Reinert as they have a great time talking about all things popular in the horse world. Let’s get a little weird. Listen on all major podcasts platforms, including Equine Network, Spotify, Apple, Google, Amazon, iHeart Radio, and Stitcher.","last_synced_at":"2026-06-26T18:18:15.614289+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adulting-with-horses-5486537"},"episode":{"title":"Bitless Adventures: When Horses and Humans Go Hands-Free!","slug":"bitless-adventures-when-horses-and-humans-go-hands-free","published_at":"2026-01-16T09:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adulting-with-horses-5486537/bitless-adventures-when-horses-and-humans-go-hands-free","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adulting-with-horses-5486537","url":"https://www.facebook.com/groups/533344735040721","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bc5b88ac-8627-4682-9fd3-fa7899ecea54.mp3","summary":"In this engaging conversation, Natalie and Heather explore various themes related to self-care, equine care, and personal growth. They discuss the challenges of equine expos, the importance of morning routines, and the balance between work and personal life. The conversation also delves into riding techniques, understanding horse behavior, and the significance of setting boundaries. With a light-hearted tone, they share personal anecdotes and insights, emphasizing the joy found in simple things and the power of authenticity. Keywords self-care, equine expos, horse riding, personal growth, boundaries, adulting wins, bitless riding, mare energy, confidence, sleep, work-life balance Takeaways Morning routines set the tone for the day. Equine expos can be overwhelming but rewarding. Riding techniques can improve with practice and patience. Balancing work and personal life is essential for well-being. Sleep is crucial for productivity and mental health. Understanding horse behavior enhances riding experience. Confidence in riding comes from practice and self-awareness. Adulting wins can be found in small achievements. Setting boundaries is important for personal growth. Embracing the energy of mares can inspire strength and determination. Chapters 00:00 Morning Routines and Self-Care 02:57 The Challenges of Equine Expos 06:01 Understanding Horse Behavior and Circadian Rhythms 09:03 Balancing Work and Personal Life 12:05 Planning for Family Adventures 14:57 Exploring Bitless Riding and Training Techniques 19:57 Understanding Riding Dynamics 27:55 The Importance of Body Positioning 32:15 Managing Anxiety and Riding Confidence 40:53 Living Arrangements and Personal Space 41:49 Building Confidence Through Horses 42:18 Learning Boundaries from Horses 43:24 Listening to Horses: A…","meta_description":"In this engaging conversation, Natalie and Heather explore various themes related to self-care, equine care, and personal growth. They discuss the challen…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3776,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/adulting-with-horses-5486537/episodes/bitless-adventures-when-horses-and-humans-go-hands-free/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/adulting-with-horses-5486537/bitless-adventures-when-horses-and-humans-go-hands-free.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}