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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Today, Piper speaks with Ryan Haselden, our May/June cover feature story of The Plaid Horse magazine. Listen in and share with your friends!
Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse
Guest: Ryan Haselden is a 15-year-old show jumper that has ridden and competed all over the world, splitting her training time between Atlanta, Ocala and Ireland, and is currently showing in Regional Grand Prix around the southeast. She is also a vocal advocate for the training and use of CPR and AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators) at horse shows. Read about Ryan in the May/June print issue of the magazine. 
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Tonya Johnston, Mental Skills Coach speaks with equitation commentator Ava Stearns who herself was a past winner of the ASPCA Maclay National Championship, Grand Champion at Junior Hunter Finals and an All-American Athlete for Auburn University. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.
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Guest: As a junior, Ava Stearns started out riding for her family's Pond View Farm on Martha's Vineyard, MA. She then became a working student for Missy Clark and John Brennan at North Run. Ava won the ASPCA Maclay National Championship, was second in the WIHS Equitation Championship and Platinum Performance USEF Show Jumping Talent Search Finals—East, and grand champion in at Junior Hunter Finals. As an athlete for Auburn University, she was an 8-time All American. These days, Ava is a sought-after commentator for top equitation events such as the Maclay Finals, Medal Finals, international Grand Prixs and other top equestrian events. 
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Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live audience at Linden Hall School for Girls in Lititz, Pennsylvania. 
Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse
Guest: Dr. Shauna Carter is the Head of School at Linden Hall. She is a servant leader with nearly 25 years of experience as a teacher and administrator in public and independent schools. She holds degrees in English, English Education, Educational Administration, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership. Passionate about empowering girls and young women, she has been active in organizations such as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated and The Links, Incorporated.
Guest: Erika Kurtz is the Riding Coordinator and Trainer at Linden Hall. With nearly 20 years of experience in the equine industry, Erika is a highly respected trainer, instructor, and 'r" hunter/equitation judge known for her strong horsemanship and thoughtful approach to rider development. She holds a degree in English Equestrian Studies and Equine Business Management from the University of Findlay. She also serves as Head Coach of the Franklin & Marshall College Equestrian Team and holds a trainer certification through the USHJA and instructor certification from the Certified Horsemanship Association. Erika also serves as Regional President for her IEA region. 
Guest: Diana Smedley graduated from Linden Hall School in 2010 where she served as Co-Captain of the Riding Team during her Junior and Senior years. After graduation, she studied Photography & Design at the School of Visual Arts and completed the Entrepreneurship Program at the International Culinary Center in New York City. After relocating to Lititz, PA, she founded Lancaster Gift Box- a specialty food store featuring over 150+ Pennsylvania food brands. Through Lancaster Gift Box, she donates 1% of annual sales to organizations in Hunger-Free Lancaster.
Guest: Izzi O’Brien is a member of the Class of 2029. Izzie rode for six years before Linden Hall and helps with school horses and the horses at Zone finals. Izzie also helps with the college horse shows on campus.
Guest: Sophie Suk is a member of the Class of 2026 and has ridden at Linden Hall for three years. She rode for IEA this year and was 4th place at Zone finals. Sophie will be attending Wellesley College in Boston, MA.
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Piper hosts Plaidcast in Person in front of a live audience at Maryland Horse Library & Education Center in Reisterstown, MD with Rob Burk, CEO of the US Eventing Association. Brought to you by Taylor, Harris Insurance Services.

Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse
Guest: Rob Burk is the Chief Executive Officer of the United States Eventing Association, where he leads one of the largest equestrian organizations in the country and works to support and grow the sport at every level. Eventing has been part of his life from the very beginning. He got his start in Pony Club in California, competed as a young rider, and spent time in Ireland working for an Olympian, experiences that shaped his lifelong connection to the sport. Before stepping into his role at the USEA, Rob built an extensive career in public service, serving as an Executive Director, Senior Adviser, and Chief Operating Officer across federal, state, and nonprofit organizations, where he worked closely with senior leadership at the highest levels and developed a collaborative, thoughtful approach to leadership.
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Welcome to The Plaidchat- an extension of The Plaidcast where we expand upon conversations in our sport and discuss the most recent issue of The Plaid Horse Magazine. Piper speaks with co-author of the Show Strides series Rennie Dyball about My Show Strides Journal. Listen in and share with friends!

Host: Piper Klemm, publisher of The Plaid Horse
Guest:  Rennie Dyball is the author or co-author of more than twenty books, including the award-winning SHOW STRIDES series, GOOD BOY, EDDIE, and THE ADHD FIELD GUIDE FOR ADULTS. She is a freelance editor, a college essay coach, and a lifelong horse lover who competes in the adult hunter and equitation divisions. 
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