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Adult Onset Horsemanship

An informal and candid podcast discussing real world horsemanship with respected and experienced experts. Daniel is a guy who is good with horses. He has a background in cutting where he was predominantly involved in developing aged event horses and started over 1000 head of colts, many of whom went on to win lots of cash. A very bad horse wreck at a horse show, involving his niece, prompted him to begin working with people and showing them a no BS version of how to not get killed by their horses. He’s since worked with thousands more horses and people from varying disciplines and breeds including many last chance problem horses. In addition to his general horsemanship knowledge he is an internationally known expert on bits and how and why they function. He has a well rounded knowledge base of horsemanship and is working hard at his communication skills with his own species. His wife is a firm believer that he really likes the sound of his own voice and that is the real reason he’s started this podcast. http://dauphinhorsemanship.com/

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108 Warwick Schiller, Ambassador of Airy Fairy Land Oct 12, 2026

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Warwick Schiller is one of today's most popular horsemen and without a doubt the most requested guest I've had. He's done clinics and expos all around the world. The Journey On Podcast is one of the largest out there. His subscriber count is to be envied. He wrote a great book, The 12 Principles of Training. He's also a very open guy who's been public about his struggles and his journey.

I was tickled when he commented on one of my posts and it lead to this conversation. There are a lot of things that get falsely attributed to him that we talk about and, for me at least, many things were clarified. We're not nearly as different as one might think. It's funny how that keeps happening. I'll also say that he was very generous with him time on this. There's lots to listen to getting unpacked.

You can find Warwick at the following links:

http://www.warwickschiller.com/

https://www.facebook.com/Warwickschillerfanpage

https://www.instagram.com/warwickschiller/

https://www.youtube.com/@WarwickSchiller

107 Lee McLean, Keystone Equine Aug 31, 2026

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Lee has been on the podcast a couple of times now. What makes this time different? I am so glad you asked. In a word, Mike, Mike makes this one different. Have you ever wondered what kind of man is married to this powerhouse author of the equine world?

Lee talks about her new book, "Think. Feel. Ride." which is available for pre-order right now. I was honored to be asked to write a blurb for this book and I can tell you it's a very raw collection of short stories. Lots of wisdom and emotion is revealed in the pages, as only Lee can do.

She's raced sidesaddle at the Calgary Stampede. She's studied dressage in Europe. She's produced memorable ponies for decades and is as comfortable on a traditional bridle horse as she is driving a carriage.

You can find Lee at the following links:

https://www.keystoneequine.ca/

https://www.facebook.com/livingwellridingbetter

https://www.instagram.com/keystoneequine

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106 Ben Longwell, True West Horsemanship Aug 17, 2026

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Ben Longwell and his wife Natalie own and run True West Horsemanship. They had a base in her native New Zealand and now operate out of their ranch near Pendelton, OR. Ben teaches about traditional Buckaroo Horsemanship and lists the hackamore as his favorite bridle. I feel like I have known Ben for a while, but we actually met face to face for the first time at Ty Evans' Mule Week this past July.

Ben has a wealth of knowledge and is a gifted teacher. He's also a family man and a good dude. Ben exhibits one of my favorite human traits in that there's more to him than you might expect. You see a cowboy, but there's a lot more under the surface. If you have the chance to ride with him, take it. Please enjoy this episode where we talk about horses, life, what being a clinician means for family, and a lot more.

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You can find Ben Longwell at the following links:

https://truewesthorsemanship.com/

https://www.facebook.com/truewesthorsemanship

https://www.instagram.com/true_west_horsemanship/

https://www.youtube.com/@TrueWestHorsemanship

You can find me, Daniel Dauphin of Dauphin Horsemanship at the following links:

https://dauphinhorsemanship.com/

https://www.thebitcourse.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@DanielDauphin

https://www.facebook.com/ddauphin77/

https://www.instagram.com/dauphin_horsemanship/

105 Josh Milburn, Holistic Equine Dentistry Aug 10, 2026

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Josh Milburn, a leading neuromuscular natural balance dentist. Milburn Equine brings a transformative approach to holistic equine dentistry — focusing on restoring the horse’s mouth to its natural balance, just as it would function in the wild.

This unique, whole-horse method has far-reaching benefits for wellbeing and performance, helping horses move, feel and function at their best.

Josh is based in Northwest England. His originial training was as a farrier and he spent many years working exclusively on muddy feet. His interest eventually turned to equine dentistry and he immediately saw the marriage that these two parts of the horse have.

Josh’s work supports:

✅ Improved hoof quality & posture

✅ Enhanced proprioception & freer movement

✅ Better gut health & reduced ulcer risk

✅ Fewer issues like shoe loss

✅ Stronger overall athletic performance

Josh now works primarily as an equine dentist, practicing natural balance neuromulscular equine dentistry, but does bring the feet and posture into his practice. We talk a lot about the TMJ complex in this episode and just how influenced it is by dentistry and how the rest of the body is then influenced by the TMJ. We do get into changes in the feet that Josh sees and can influence through dentistry.

You can find Josh at the following links:

https://www.milburn-equine.co.uk/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590004452145

Josh and I will both be presenting at the Masterson Method International Gathering in Stow on the Wold Sept. 4-6.

https://mastersonmethod.com/

While in the UK, I'll also be doing a clinic and an educational event in the north. Here 4 Horses is a non-profit

https://here4horses.org.uk/events/

https://here4horses.org.uk/event/beyond-the-bit/

Sand Hill Stables Clinic:

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Shining River Ranch:

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New Zealand Equifest:

https://www.equifest.co.nz/

Our clinics in New Zealand and Australia:

https://dauphinhorsemanship.com/upcoming-clinics-events/oceania-clinic-tour/

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104 Steve Halfpenny, Light Hands Equitation Aug 03, 2026

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Steve Halfpenny is a world renowned clinician, known for combining Natural Horsemanship and Classical Dressage into his Light Hands Equitation method. He got into horses as a young man for the most noble reason there is, to get closer to a girl. Before long the bug took and he turned his passion into his living. Steve and his wife, Irena, reside near Adelaid, South Australia at their ranch, Silversand Horsemanship Centre.

They offer clinics there and now have a limited travel schedule. Steve also offers online courses, and has a strong following in the equestrian community for his compassionate and effective training methods.

You can find Steve Halfpenny at the following links:

https://www.stevehalfpenny.com/

https://www.facebook.com/light.hands.equitation

https://www.instagram.com/lighthandsequitation

https://www.youtube.com/@shalfpenny

You can find Daniel at the following links:

https://dauphinhorsemanship.com

https://www.thebitcourse.com/

https://www.facebook.com/ddauphin77/

https://www.instagram.com/dauphin_horsemanship/

103 Mark Lyon, Horseman Jul 27, 2026

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Mark Lyon is one of those people I refer to as a horseman's horseman. He's highly skilled and I genuinely enjoy his take on things and the metaphors he uses to get his point across. Mark is on the road more often than not, but has gotten more regular on sharing videos on youtube. I'd highly recommend you subscribe to his channel.

He's an interesting blend of old school and new. Mark has a background as a competitive ballroom dancer, as well as a bronc stomper. He regularly trick trains horses and other animals to perfom in entertainment shows. He builds his own props, has fully customized his trailer, and is just plain handy. He's the kind of guy you could ask to do just about anything and then just get out of his way.

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You can find Mark Lyon at the following links:

https://www.lyonhorses.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@Lyonhorses

https://www.facebook.com/mark.lyon.52

You can find me at the following links:

https://dauphinhorsemanship.com/

https://www.thebitcourse.com/

https://www.youtube.com/@DanielDauphin

https://www.facebook.com/ddauphin77

https://www.instagram.com/dauphin_horsemanship/

102 Ivy Starnes, Ivy's Glide Gait May 18, 2026

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Ivy Starnes is a gaited horse clinician. She starts with relaxation and softness and then gets them gaiting. I find her common sense approach to be refreshing as well as her openness and curiosity. She started out with the idea that you could train a gaited horse to gait on a loose rein in a bitless bridle or simple snaffle bit.

Ivy has studied natural and classical dressage, trick training, and clicker training. She now combines these methods to help strengthen, supple, and improve your horse’s movement and balance. Clicker training has made it so much fun for her and the horses to go out and work together.

You can find Ivy at the following links:

https://ivyshorses.com/

https://www.facebook.com/IvysHorses

https://www.youtube.com/@IvyS

https://www.instagram.com/ivys.glide.gait/

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101 Trail Twats, Andi and Taylor Apr 06, 2026

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These ladies and their antics have crossed my feed a bunch lately and I was intrigued. They are truly enjoying themselves and their horses to the fullest. I am well aware that their moniker and informality may put some of you off, so fair warning if you're easily offended. If you're into fun on horses, laughing your head off, White Claws, and trail riding, then this one is for you!

They have a rapidly growing following and the week this is being released leads up to their 2nd annual trail ride event in Florida, Twatchella. So, whether or not you ride this way, I hope you have some friends and spouses that you can be your unabshed, authentic self with and really have some laughs and enjoy your horses.

#trailtwats #trailriding #horsebackcamping #funwithhorses

You can find the Trail Twats at the following links:

https://www.facebook.com/trailtwts

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100 Al Dunning, Living Legend Mar 30, 2026

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We’ve got a special guest for you on this 100th Episode!

To anyone in the Western Performance Horse World, Al Dunning needs no introduction. He and his group have won over 70 World Championships. He’s been at the top of everything from Western Pleasure to Reined Cowhorse, and has been a leader in our industry for over 50 years.

Al has served as President and Board Member of the Arizona Quarter Horse Association. With the AQHA, Al is a Director at Large, past Chairman of the Judges and Show Committee, and has served on the Hall of Fame Committee, and Nomination and Credentials Committees. He was Charter President and one of the founding members of the Arizona Quarter Horse Youth Association in 1969.

With the National Cutting Horse Association he is a past National Director and has served on the Nominations, Limited Age Events, and Rules Committees, and most recently, as Vice Chairman of the Competitions Committee. Additionally, he is a past President of the Arizona Cutting Horse Association.

Currently Al is a National Reined Cow Horse Association approved Judge, and he has judged the NRCHA Snaffle Bit Futurity four times, the NRCHA Derby three times, the World’s Greatest Horseman twice, as well as the Run for A Million Cow Horse Competition.

An author of many articles, multiple educational and training videos, and five books: Reining, Reining Revised, The Art of Hackamore Training, The Ultimate Level of Horsemanship, and Down The Fence. He is the owner of Dunning Consulting, LLC., a service that specializes in equine business start-ups, ranch and facility design, and development consulting. He also owns Team AD, an online training, accreditation and mentoring program, and AD Tack, an online store for quality western tack and training equipment.

You can find Al at the following links:

https://aldunning.com/

https://www.facebook.com/aldunning

https://www.instagram.com/aldunningofficial/

https://www.youtube.com/@AlDunning

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Or our regular website for more information on our clinics, virtual lessons, or other offerings:

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Podcast Update on Recent Messed Up Audio Mar 23, 2026

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